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Affolter, Rachael Affolter
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
The death of Rachael, daughter of ex-Commissioner Affolter, occurred at her late home September 2, in her 24th
year.
Maritally she became Mrs. Bert Pyles
in June 1888.
She leaves a young husband and a little boy to mourn her
loss.
Akers, Sarah Akers
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 7, 1893
Mrs. Sarah Akers, wife of Daniel Akers, died early on
Tuesday morning, September 5, aged 79 years.
Mrs. Akers was a member of
the M.E. church and was well respected by her many acquaintances.
An aged husband and four
children are left to mourn her death.
Alexander, Joshua Alexander
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 18, 1893
Mr. Joshua Alexander, a
former resident of Adams township and a man loved and
respected by all who knew him departed this life on Wednesday May 10.
His remains were interred in the Presbyterian cemetery at
Beallsville on Thursday.
Lung trouble was the cause of his death.
Alexander, Joshua J. Alexander 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 15, 1893
Joshua J. Alexander was born in Monroe county February 21,
1838, and died in Cameron May 10, 1893. Mr. Alexander was a man of even
temperament; each day found him the same in his relations with his fellowmen.
In his home associations he was a kind husband and a loving father. With others
he was honored and esteemed by all, and while he was quiet and somewhat
reserved in his manner, yet the friendships he formed were lasting. Besides
being a man of sterling worth, he possessed fine sensibilities, appreciating the beautiful, the true, and the good
wherever found.
He was a member of the Presbyterian church,
not a mere nominal member, but a true Christian in every sense of the world.
When the inevitable was apparent to him he resigned himself
to his fate without a murmur.
He had the christian’s
hope and possessed an assurance as to the outcome. A few days before he died he
said to the writer, “brother, it is beautiful, beautiful.”
He was a brother to Mrs. Vanlaw
of Cameron and an uncle to a former editor of THE SPIRIT, W. S. VanLaw,
now deceased.
He leaves a wife and one son and many friends to mourn his
loss. He rests in peace, awaiting the coming of the last day. REV. G.L. GUICHAED
Algeo, George S. Algeo,
Esq.
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 30, 1893
George S. Algeo, Esq., a
prominent citizen of Brownsville and well known throughout the county, died on
the 23rd inst. of stomach trouble.
He will be very much missed in the community where he
lived.
Allen, Infant child Allen
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 6, 1893
DIED—Near Stafford, Ohio, March 3, 1893,
infant child of A. W. and Lizzie Allen. The bereaved parents have the
heartfelt sympathy of the entire community for the loss of one whom God hath
recalled to transplant in a more genial clime.
The pale-robed messenger of death,
Came with a summons sad and drear,
And called away with silent breath,
Our earthy pet, our baby dear.
.
With aching hearts and tearful eyes,
We laid her in the silent grave,
To wait the summons from the skies,
Of him who is mighty to save.
(Submitters Note—Bottom
section of this obituary was missing)
Allen, Sarah Allen
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 24, 1893
SPRAGUE—Died August 5, Mrs. Levi Allen, and aged
and respected lady of near this place.
Interment, August 6, at Pleasant ridge
cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Scott assisted by
rev. R. Jackson.
A large audience assembled to pay to her the last tribute
of respect.
(Submitters Notes—Source:
Monroe County Death Records, Book 2—Name: Sarah Age:75 years, 10 months and 20days Cause of death: Cancer)
Ankrom, Henry Ankrom
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 11, 1893
The death of Mr. Henry Ankrom
occurred at Paden’s Valley and Mrs. V. R. Walton, a relative, left for that
city.
Armstrong, Louisa Armstrong
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 7, 1893
Mrs. Louisa Armstrong, widow of Thomas Armstrong, died at
her home in St. Clairsville, Ohio, November 25, 1893,
at the age of 78 years. Mrs. Armstrong was born in Belmont county
in 1815, was the daughter of Thomas Armstrong, who was one of the earliest
settlers of the valley of Captina in that county. Her
ancestory on her father’s side were residents of that
county as far back as 1796.
She united with the M. E. church in her early childhood and
continued to live a consistent and devoted Christian until her decease.
She completed her school life at Marietta, Ohio, in the
thirties, was always a great reader and student, and in 1888 graduated in the Chatauqua literary course.
She was married to Thomas Armstrong in 1837, when she, with
her husband removed to Beallsville, this county, where he was for many years
engaged in the mercantile business. Since that time she continued to reside in
that place until the time of her death.
She was a kind-hearted and devoted wife, a most
affectionate and loving mother, and well beloved neighbor, with a heart always
over-flowing with a kindly sympathy for others. A patient and self-denying
Christian and lover of God’s house and ordinances, always ready to meet every
obligation of duty with alacrity. So imbued was she with the spirit of the
Christ-life that nothing ever ruffled or disturbed the serenity of her mind,
always placid, loving and kind, she reflected the beauty of the religion she
professed.
She leaves three daughters, one brother, Dr. T. H.
Armstrong of Woodsfield, and one sister to mourn their irreparable loss. But
they have the consolation that their loss, sad as it is, is her infinite gain.
Baker, Nancy Baker 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 11, 1894
A sad occurrence was the death of our mother, Mrs. Nancy
Baker, who departed this life Saturday morning, December 30, 1893, at 20
minutes after 8 o’clock, being 70 years, 6 months and 14 days of age.
Mother went to visit her daughter early last fall and was
not there long till she took sick and after a severe illness of eleven weeks,
died.
It is hard to part with a mother, especially one so good
and kind. Just a little while before her death she said that her two little
children which had gone before came to her and said that there was room for her
in Heaven. She (missing information) at 2 o’clock by Rev. D.B.Cope.
I write this sad article, my eyes beclouded with tears and
wonder why our mother was taken from our midst but we can only console
ourselves with the expectations of meeting her if
faithful where parting will be no more.
She was one of the sweetest of mothers. We laid her to rest
in the beautiful little cemetery at Ozark.
Mother, dear, she was our guide,
And is lying now by father’s side;
Our parents both have gone before
To wait for us on the other
shore.
.
Then brother, sisters, let us prepare
That we may meet our parents there
In Heaven above, the land of peace,
For there our trouble and sorrows cease.
.
Then, one by one our little band
Will meet together in that land,
Where our dear Father, he is King,
Then songs of Jesus we shall sing. E.A.B.
Baker, Nancy Baker
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 11, 1894
Died, December 30th, Mrs.
Nancy Baker, at the residence of her son-in-law, W. J. Adair.
The funeral took place the 31st.
Baldwin, Eli Baldwin
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 13, 1893
CLARINGTON-- Eli Baldwin,
aged 76 years, died at his residence near Clarington on Sunday, April 2.
He was one of our oldest residents.
Barlown
, Mary Alice Barlow
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 31, 1893
Died, near Stafford, O., August 23, 1893,
of consumption, Mary Alice Barlow, in the 22nd year of her age.
Dear Alice began life with every prospect of happiness
before her, that usually awaits the young and fair, but disease laid his hand
on her fair form, and she faded like a rose that the rough blast suddenly crops
from its slender stem.
Early in life she gave her heart to God and united with the
M. E. church, and maintained a constant walk with her Saviour
to the last; her faith never waivered, but all
through her illness she trusted her Saviour and would
often shout his praises. She bore her sufferings with Christian fortitude, and
was never heard to murmur or complain. Her last words were, “Meet me in
Heaven.”
Her remains were laid to rest in the Sutherland cemetery,
followed by a large number of relatives, friends and neighbors. The funeral
services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Reinsbeger of the
M.E.church.
She leaves a widowed mother and a sister to mourn her
death, but she has left a precious memory of Christian graces to console them in
their grief, and they have the blessed assurance of meeting Alice again in the
“Sweet Bye and Bye.”
Barnes, Mr. Edward Barnes
Barnes, Mrs. Edward Barnes
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 1894
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Barnes, an aged couple who resided near
Somerton, died last week within a few days of one another.
Beardmore, T. J. Beardmore
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 16, 1893
T. J. Beardmore, the proprietor of the Malaga flouring
mill, died on Tuesday morning.
The funeral took place on
Wednesday at 10 o’clock.
Interment
at Bush church cemetery.
Beazella, Mary Beazella
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 25, 1893
Mrs. Mary D. Beazella, wife of
Rev. B. F. Beazella, who was pastor of the M. E.
church in this place several years ago, died at her home in Wilkinsburg, a
suburb of Pittsburg, a few days since. She had been in poor health for more
than a year.
Bertram, Mary Elizabeth Bertram nee Kindleberger
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 10, 1893
Died, Friday morning, August 4, Mrs. Mary
Elizabeth Bertram, wife of Mr. Frederick Bertram. She was born on the 13th
day of June 1824, in Germany, Rumbach, Canton Dahn. Her maiden name was Kindleberger.
She was united in marriage with Frederick Bertram in 1849
and came to this country in 1854; settled in Monroe county,
and resided in Malaga township until 1872; then moved to Center township,
within one mile of Woodsfield, where she lived until her death. Six children
were born to Mr. and Mrs. Bertram, of whom three are dead: one died at the age
of 16 years, one at 2 years and one as an infant.
The other three children are living in our midst, Jacob and
Fred, and the wife of Henry Buckio. Besides those three
children, she leaves a sad husband, one brother, Fred Kindleberger,
and two sisters who reside in St. Louis.
Mrs. Bertram was an honest, true and faithful Christian
woman; kind to everyone and contented in Christ, she lived a faithful life. She
found her Redeemer in early days and was true to him until the end.
Bishop, Anna Maria Bishop
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 30, 1893
Miss Bishop of Wayne township, who
was so severely burned three weeks ago while walking in her sleep, died last
week from effects of her wounds.
(Submitter’s note—Source:
Monroe county Death Records—Name of child-Anna Maria Age: 4 years and 24 days died—March 23, 1893)
Bishop, George W. Bishop
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 21, 1893
Died, December 15, 1893, George W., son of James M. and Synthia Bishop Bishop, aged 2
years, 2 months and 27 days.
The deceased was a bright and lovely child beloved by all
who knew him and the jewel of the household, but the reaper came a last and
plucked the bright flower from the loving embrace of his tender parents to be
transplanted in the fair climes of endices bliss and
glory; and a cloud of sadness seems to hover over the bereaved household as
this is the first dear child they have had taken to the better world.
Father and mother, two sisters and a brother
are left to mourn the loss of this dear loving child who has been removed in
loveliness and innocence of childhood to bloom forever in the paradise of God.
Farewell, Georgie,
why should we weep
To see thy spirit rise,
And through the heavenly
portals sweep
To live in paradise.
.
Too bright for earth the
flower fades
To bloom beyond the skies,
The sinless soul from sorrow
freed
To endless joys arise.
.
Because thy smile was fair
Thy lips and eyes so bright,
Because thy loving cradle
care,
Was such a dear delight.
.
Shall love, with weak embrace
Thy upward wing detain?
No! dearest
Georgie, seek thy place
Amid the cherub train. G.E. STACKHOUSE
Blankingham, Mrs. Blankingham
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 20, 1893
CLARINGTON—An old lady named Mrs. Blankingham
died a few days ago at Ward’s (or Stillhouse) run,
aged 81 years. She was spry and cheerful to the last.
Interment in the Clarington cemetery.
Blue, Etta Blue
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 3, 1893
A daughter of Silas Blue was buried last Saturday, which
makes the mother and five children or the entire family except Mr. Blue. Truly
his condition is lonely. Lung trouble has been the means of breaking up his
entire family.
(Submitters notes—Her name was Etta Blue death date: July 28, 1893
Age: 14 years, 10 months and
20 days Source:
Monroe County Death Records, Book 2)
Bracey, Margaret Bracey
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 4, 1893
JERUSALEM--Mrs. Margaret Bracey died near Pilcher, Belmont county, on
Friday, April 28.
Interment
at the Presbyterian cemetery at this place Sunday.
She leaves a husband, one son
and many friends to mourn her loss.
Bradfield, John Bradfield
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 19, 1893
John Bradfield, a pioneer merchant of Barnesville, well and
favorably known over eastern Ohio as tobacco and wool merchant, died Wednesday.
He was born in England in 1813 and came to America in 1827
Brister, James Brister 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 31, 1893
Mr. James Brister, of Brister, Ohio, while hauling lumber his team became
frightened, running away, throwing him in front of the wagon, two of the wheels
running over his head and neck, breaking his neck.
Mr. Brister was born in Seneca
township, Monroe county, Ohio, May 30, 1838 and was
killed August 16, 1893, being 55 years, 2 months and 17 days old.
He was married in 1856 from which union there were born
five children, three sons and two daughters, three of whom are living.
He was a kind husband and loving father, respected by all
who knew him.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Gardner,
and the F.A. and I.U.
The many friends extend their heartfelt sympathy to the
widow and her family. W.L.R.
Brister, James Brister
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 24, 1893
James Brister, of near Mero, was killed one day last week while engaged in hauling
lumber. His team became fightened and in running off
threw Brister out in front of the wagon. The wheels
passed over his neck breaking it and causing an instant death.
Michel, Alfred E. Michel
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 24, 1893
Alfred E. Michel died suddenly Tuesday morning at his home
at Clarington.
The funeral will take place today.
Mr. Michel will be remembered as a candidate for sheriff
last spring.
Brown, Mrs. Henry Brown
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
The death of Mrs. Henry Brown of Beallsville occurred
October 29. For long years through her married life she has been a great
invalid sufferer, bearing it all with Christian patience and resignation.
Her church relations have been Presbyterian.
Through these many years of suffering the kind, considerate
attention and devotion of her husband have been to her greatly helpful—indeed
the administration of all her friends.
The funeral services of the above mentioned were conducted by Rev. Dr. Armstrong.
Bruny, Emma Bruny
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 18, 1893
Mrs. Emma Bruny of Morton died on
the 12th of consumption.
Buegel, Frederick Buegel
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 1894
Frederick Buegel, a highly
respected citizen of Brownsville, died at his home Sunday morning in his 92d
year. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Buegel
was the grandfather of Mrs. Jacob Reinherr of this
place.
(Submitters note—Source:
Monroe County Death Records, Book 2—Date of Death: December 31, 1893)
Burkhart, Martin Burkhart
Martin Burkhart Hit By a
Falling Limb and Killed Almost Instantly
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 2, 1893
LIFE CRUSHED OUT—A distressing accident occurred near
Woodsfield on what is known as the John Fleahman farm
on Tuesday afternoon. Martin Burkhart, of Michael and William Schwall were felling trees on the land of the former. As
the two men finished sawing a tree and stepped away, a loose limb which had
lodged in the tree, fell and struck Mr. Burkhart on the head and neck. The limb
was large and fell some fifty feet, fracturing the man’s skull and breaking
loose every rib from his spinal column.
Mr. Schwall called for help, gave
directions that the injured man be taken home and then hastened for a
physician.
Nothing could be done, however, and the poor man died about
an hour after the accident occurred.
He was about thirty-three years old and leaves a wife and
five small children.
Byers, William Byers
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 14, 1893
William Byers of Moose ridge, aged about 60 years, died on
Friday morning of last week.
The funeral took place on Sunday, and was conducted by the
Rev. W. P. Richardson G.A.R. post of which he was a member.
Interment in the Moose ridge cemetery.
Mr. Byers served his country faithfully during the late
rebellion, being a member of the 77th regiment, O.V.I.
Of late years he was a local preacher in the U.B. church.
He leaves a wife and several children to mourn his death.
Christman, Lucinda Christman
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 16, 1893
Miss Lucinda Christman, aged 22 years of Seneca township, died on Sunday evening last.
She was a daughter of Godfrey Christman
The funeral took place on Tuesday at Middle Church.
Christman, Lucinda Pason Christman 2nd
obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 23, 1893
In memory of the death of Miss Lucinda Pason Christman.
Jesus said unto them, “Give
place for the maid is not dead, but sleepeth,”—Math
9:24.
The angel of death has again
called away one of our beloved maidens, Miss Lucinda Pason
Christman, daughter of Godfrey and Catherine Christman, at an early age of only
25 years, 10 months and 11 days. She was born on the 31st day of
March, 1867, was taken in the covenant of God when an infant by baptism and
taken into the church of Christ when a young lady of 14 years by confirmation.
The vow she made unto her Savior on confirmation day she faithfully kept and
led a Christian life until the day of her death.
Somewhat more than a year ago
she commenced to being sickly and ever since she has been wasting away until
Sunday evening, the 12th inst. when her spirit departed this world
and ascended in the promised land of eternity.
Last Tuesday, the 14th
inst. Her body was laid in the Middle church cemetery to rest until the great
resurrection day.
She leaves a father and
mother, six brothers and one sister to mourn her departure.
Death will come sooner or
later for each and everyone, although “Death is swallowed up in victory” there is no
loss, but gain, for death calleth to rest.
“Sleep on, beloved, sleep and
take thy rest;
Lay down the head upon they
Savior’s breast;
We love thee well, but Jesus
loves thee best—good night.”
Rev. J. R. Mueller of Miltonsburg
conducted the funeral services.
Christman, Phillip Christman 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 23, 1893
Phillip Christman died at his home in Seneca township on February 16 of asthma.
Mr. Christman was born March 27, 1827 in Oberstienbach, Niederelsass,
Germany.
He leaves a wife and nine children.
The funeral took place on Sunday at the Middle church, Rev.
Mr. Mueller conducting the services.
Christman, Phillip Christman
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 23, 1893
CALAIS—DIED—February 17, Phillip Christman, an aged and
respected citizen of Seneca township. The deceased has
left a large family to mourn his sad departure to the spirit world. That form
that they have often looked upon has been stilled in death and has been
consigned to the home of the dead.
The deceased was quietly and peacefully laid to rest on
February 19, in the Middle Church cemetery.
Christman,
Philip H. Christman
[Source:
The Monroe Gazette Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Feb. 23, 1893]
Mr. Philip H. Christman an aged and very highly respected citizen of Seneca township,
John’s
Collins, John K. Collins
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 11, 1893
John K. Collins, head of the Collins Cigar company, died at
his home in Pittsburg last week, aged 38. His death was due to a cold
contracted in January during a fire which destroyed the building where his
place of business was. A few weeks ago the cold developed neuralgia of the stomach
and then typhoid fever. He was born and raised near Clarington, this county,
and went to Pittsburg in 1883, when he organized the Collins Cigar company. He
was a high Mason and a member of 11 other secret orders.
Cronin, Hester A. Cronin
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 19, 1893
Mrs. Hester A. Cronin, wife of Joseph Cronin of Wayne
Township, died October 11, aged 48years.
The funeral took place on Thursday; interment in the Connor
cemetery.
Cunningham, Three sisters Cunningham
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 13, 1893
The funeral of the three Misses
Cunningham occurred at Antrim and while the friends were at the
cemetery, another one died, and still another one is dangerously ill of black
measles.
Davidson, Mollie Davidson
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 30, 1893
In Memory of Miss Mollie Davidson of Burkhart Station, Ohio
.
Again we mourn the loss of one,
Who has left this wretched mortal shore
And gone where brighter sunnier shies
Will smile upon her evermore.
.
We mourn our loss but of what avail;
A life on earth is but a span,
We all that narrow path must tread
And die the common death of man.
.
The fairest flower on earth must fade,
The brightest hopes on earth must die;
Why should we mourn that life was made
To droop on earth but dwell on high.
.
The noblest songster of the date
Must cease when winter’s frowns appear,
The reddest rose is wan and pale
When autumn tints the changing year.
.
Her soul has gone above to reign
In worlds denied of pain and strife’
Then why should we mourn the loss of one,
The death that leads to happier life.
.
Again the angel of death has visited our community and
taken its prey, Miss Mollie Davidson, step-daughter of Mr. Mathias Rucker of
Burkhart, Ohio, who departed this life, October 8, 1893, aged 27 years.
She leaves a large circle of friends to mourn her loss.
Her remains were followed by a large concourse of friends
to the Braken cemetery on October 9, Rev. Mr. Shafer
conducting the services.
Ollie was a regular attendant at church, a Christian girl
and loved by all who knew her, and though a darkness now surrounds us, there is
one far off star of hope gleaming through the midst of time and futurity that
gives place to a sweet hope, and although it was hard to part from her, we
would not call her back again to this world of sin and pain, but leave her in
that land of rest in that mansion of the just, where we all have hope to be
ever blest. A FRIEND
Davis, Jefferson Davis
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 25, 1893
The remains of Jefferson Davis will be removed from New
Orleans on May 28 and will be reburied in Hollywood cemetery, Richmond on May
31.
Dennis, Jacob Dennis
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
Citizen Jacob Dennis, near Morton, died October 20 in his
52nd year. He was born and reared and died on the same farm where
his parents had lived and died.
He was the second of a family of three.
His parents and a brother, years ago, had preceded him to
the spirit land.
He leaves one sister and a number of relatives and friends
to mourn their loss.
His life was quietly and industriously spent on the farm.
Dennis, Willie T. Dennis
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
Died, of typhoid fever, October 10,1893
Willie T., son of Philip Dennis, aged 9 years, 11 months, 13 days. He was a
loving and affectionate child endeared to parents, beloved by brothers and
sisters.
After a brief and painful illness he passed from the clasp
of loving friends to meet those on the other shore. He faded as a flower before
the chilling blast of autumn and on Tuesday the silver cord was loosened and
without a struggle his
son went to his eternal destiny.
Dent, W.Y. Dent
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 19, 1893
W. Y. Dent, formerly a prominent resident of Beallsville,
died at his home in Delaware, Ohio.
Dickerson, Annie Dickerson
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 27, 1893
Annie Dickerson was instantly killed by lightning at Cadiz.
She was one of a party standing on a porch, but none of the others were
injured.
Dressler, John Dressler 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 23, 1893
John Dressler, who died at Pittsburg on February 14 was
born on July 6, 1864 near Woodsfield and was at the time of his death 28 years,
7 months and 8 days old.
He was confirmed and taken into the German Evangelical
church on April 2, 1882.
For the last nine years he has resided at Pittsburg.
His body was brought to this place, where it was laid to
rest on the 16th in the Woodsfield cemetery. The services were
conducted by the Junior order, assisted by Rev. S.
Egger.
He leaves a bereaved mother, one brother and six sisters.
Dressler, John Dressler
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 16, 1893
A telegram was received Tuesday announcing the death at
Pittsburg of John Dressler from typhoid fever.
The body was brought to this place Wednesday.
Driggs, Benjamin Ruggles
Driggs
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 8, 1893
Benjamin Ruggles Driggs was born in Connecticut, September 19, 1806, and
died June 3, 1893.
When a mere child he moved with his father to New York and
afterwards to St. Clairsville; coming to Woodsfield
in 1817 he remained here until 1853 when he took up his residence at Ozark,
where he died.
He was united in marriage in 1834 to Margaret Harrison at
St. Clairsville. For thirty –seven years he was a
member of church.
He leaves an invalid wife, who is over 80 years of age and
seven children.
One son was killed in the army.
Mr. Driggs was a brother of
Alfred Driggs of this place and an uncle of Judge
John B. Driggs.
Driggs, Mattie Driggs
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 28, 1893
Mrs. Benjamin Driggs of Ozark
died last Saturday afternoon after only a brief illness.
The funeral took place Sunday.
She was a lady highly respected by all who knew her.
(Submitter’s note—Mrs. Drigg’s first name was Mattie)
Drum, Alexander Drum
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 28, 1893
Alexander Drum died at his residence in Kansas City, Mo. on
Thursday, December 14 of heart disease. He was born on Jackson ridge, Monroe county, Ohio, January 2, 1830.
At the commencement of the
late war he was one among the first to answer to his country’s call. He fought
in all the hard-fought battles of the Cumberland. He was a member of Capt. J.
William’s company C. 25th O.V.I., that noble regiment which never
shrank from duty nor turned their backs on the foe.
After the war he moved to
Kansas with his family, and settled in Ottawa, where his first wife died and
left four small children to support. Then he moved to Spring Hill, Kas., and
married Anna Swarts, who still survives him.
He moved to Kansas City, Mo.,
in 1887, and there followed the commission business.
But for the last four months
he was confined to his bed. He was an honest, plain, generous man. Those who
knew him best loved him most.
He leaves a wife, four
children and one sister to mourn his loss.
The burial was largely
attended, the M.E. minister performing the ceremony. The deceased was laid to
rest in the Union cemetery in Kansas City, where was left his ashes in the
“pale realness of shade” to await the resurrection. B.M.
Duffy, Young son Duffy
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 28, 1893
A son of Charles Duffy of Mt. Carrick died Tuesday. This
makes the fifth death in this family in the last year.
Elliot, Benton S. Elliot
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 11, 1893
Benton S. Elliot, son of Jacob and Josephine Elliot, born
June 19, 1883, died April 29, 1893, aged 9 years, 10 months and 10 days. His
remains were laid to rest at Mt. Olive cemetery May 1.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. L. L. Fisher of
Hannibal.
Benton was a bright, cheerful, loving and loveable boy,
having no small degree of love and respect for the church of our blessed Christ
who said, “Suffer the little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me,
for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven.”
He has seen the beautiful earth decked in her hue of summer
grandeur for some nine summers, but when the tenth came round and called him
out to look with grateful admiration upon the animating beauties of spring and
listen to the cheering songs of birds, an all-wise Providence lays him on a bed
of affliction, leads him through the valley of death up to the everlasting
habitations of just men made perfect, to join his mother who had preceded him
three and one-half years to that Home not made with hands ,eternal and in the
heavens. His affliction throughout was severe and complicated and yielded not
to medical aid. With a seeming anticipation of death he approached the Monster
with trustful calmness saying: “When I get to the good world I’ll not be sick
anymore,” So saying, he passed from earth to Paradise, through death to life.
He leaves tender grandparents, father and a host of intimate friends to mourn
his departure. “But be ye ready also, for in such an hour as ye think not the
Son of Man cometh.”
Elliott, J. T. Elliott
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 27, 1893
J. T. Elliott, proprietor of the McConnelsville
Herald, died at his home in that place., July 15, of
cancer of the stomach. With the death of Mr. Elliott the profession of
journalism has lost an able member.
Ellrod, Arminda Ellrod
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 16, 1893
Arminda Ellrod
was born August 16, 1861, and died at Antioch, Sepember
28, 1893. She was the daughter of John Ellrod of
Antioch. Her mother having died several years ago, she was deprived of her own
mother’s care and counsel, but this loss was largely supplied in her
step-mother, who proved to be a real mother to her in her afflictions.
She was formerly a member of the Christian church but at
the time of her death she was a member of the M.E. church, having joined a few
years ago on confession of a living faith in Christ.
It can be truthfully said of her that she was a good said
of her that she was a good girl; she was industrious, kind, and possessed with
a submissive spirit.
For several years she was a very great sufferer not able to
wait upon herself, but in all those years she was not heard to murmur or
complain, but was frequently heard to say, “It is all for the best.”
Those who knew her best loved her most. Her father said to
the writer: “If she had any faults I did not know of them, she never gave me an
unkind word.”
She delighted to have her pastor visit her, pray with her
and talk to her about Christ.
When nearing the river of death she said that she was not
afraid to die, but that she was ready and willing to meet her Savior. She left
such evidence behind as that we feel safe in saying she is at rest with the
redeemed. H.L.WARD
English, Young child English
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 19, 1893
A little child of J. F. English at Rinard’s
Mills while playing last Saturday fell into a kettle of boiling apple butter.
It suffered great agony and died about ten hours afterwards. The child was
about 4 years old.
Enochs, Sarah L. Enoch nee Stephen
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 21, 1893
We are called upon to chronicle the sad departure of Mr. J.
L. Enochs, wife of James Lee Enochs,
who resides near Sarahsville. Mr. Enoch’s maiden name
was Stephen, daughter of E. S. Stephen of Calais.
After Lou (as she was always called) took sick she came
home to reside with her parents, where she was properly cared for until her
Father called her spirit from earth away. Her spirit peacefully took its flight
to the “summerland of bliss” at 2 o’clock p.m. on
December 9. Her age was 33 years.
Before her death she made known the kind of casket she
wished to be laid away in and who she wished to preach her funeral discourse
and the scripture she wished read on the occasion, and the song she wished
sung.
Rev. Mr. Moran of Sarahsville
preached her funeral in the M. E. church at Calais to a large audience. The
scripture read was 1st Corinthians, 16th chapter and from
the 20th to 28th verse. The song was:
Jesus lover of my soul
Let me to thy bosom fly.
After which she was followed
by a large concourse of relatives and friends to the Calais cemetery and laid
away on December 11 to await the resurrection.
(Submitters notes—Source:
Monroe County Death Records, Book 2—Mrs. Enochs first
name was Sarah—Date of death :December 9, 1893)
Enochs, Sarah L. Enochs
nee Stephen 2nd
obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 1894
Died, at Calais, Ohio, December 9, Mrs. H. L. Enochs, daughter of E.S.Stephen,
aged 31 years. Although her sufferings were great and of long
duration she bore them with Christian fortitude and fully resigned to her fate
and died with bright hopes.
She has been a member of the M. E. church since her youth
and lived a Christian to the end.
Her remains were laid to rest in the Calais cemetery,
Monday, December 11, followed by a large concourse of relatives and friends.
The funeral ceremony was by Revs. Shafer of Summerfield and
Gamble of Batesville.
Mrs. Enochs was married in June
1844. She leaves a husband, father, mother, three brothers, six
sisters, besides more than one hundred other relatives.
(Submitters
note—Source: Monroe County Death Records, Book 2—Gives Mrs. Enochs
first name as Sarah L.)
Ensinger, Adam Ensinger 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 23, 1893
GOODWIN—Mr. Adam Ensinger, an old
citizen of Ohio township, died at his home at this place, March 13, 1893, aged
81 years, 10 months, 9 days. He had been a member of the German Methodist
Church for about fifty years and as long as he was able to he was always in his
seat at church. Now he has received the crown which God had prepared for him.
Mr. Ensinger’s remains were
interred in St. John’s cemetery.
The funeral service was conducted by Rev. J. Kuster of Hannibal.
Ensinger, Adam Ensinger
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 23, 1893
MOUNT UNION--Adam Ensinger, an aged but much respected citizen of this
township, died on the 13th inst.
Interment at St. John’s cemetery the 14th
inst.
Farnsworth, Mary M. Farnsworth
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 10, 1893
Mary M. Farnsworth, wife of William Farnsworth, died
Saturday morning, August 5, of consumption.
Interment
at Moose ridge cemetery on Sunday.
Rev. R. F. Sears conducting the services.
The deceased was 40 years of
age and was a member of the M.E. church. She leaves a husband, three children
and many friends to mourn her death.
Fleahman (Twin infants) Fleahnam
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 2, 1893
ALTITUDE—Mr. and Mrs. John W. Fleahman
were the happy parents of twin babies, only to be with them for a very short
time on earth.
The little babies were both laid silently to rest in the
Goudy cemetery to await the coming of our Savior, who has said, “Suffer little
children to come unto me and forbid them not for such is the kingdom of Heaven.
(Submitters Note-Cause
unknown date of death-February 18,1893 age -4 days
Mother-Mary Roth Source: Monroe
County Death Records-Book 2)
McElfresh, Young son, McElfresh
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 2, 1893
A little son of Henry McElfresh
died on the 13th inst.
Interment in Bush cemetery.
Ford, Thomas Ford
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 15, 1893
Thomas Ford died rather suddenly Sunday night at his home
near this place. He had been a sufferer for many years past but on the day
previous to his death he seemed in his usual health.
Mr. Ford was born in Harrison county, near what is now
Scio, December 4, 1817, and came to Monroe county in 1839 and has live in or
near Woodsfield ever since.
He was well known throughout this section and was the owner
of the “old Ford mill.”
He leaves four children
The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon at Hope ridge
cemetery.
Foulke, Elizabeth Foulke
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 22, 1893
The funeral of Grandmother Foulke
took place from the house Friday, June 16, where was gathered a large number of
neighbors, friends and relatives to mourn her loss.
The remains were taken to Beallsville for interment.
The deceased was a member of the M. E. church, and has
lived a Christian life for many years. She was 81 years of age and has living
children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and
all are enjoying the best of health. (Submitter’s notes- Source: Monroe County
Death Records died-June
14, 1893 –Cause of death: Paralysis Age: 81 years 10 months Deathplace: Malaga
township)
Frankhauser, Anna Frankhauser
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 30, 1893
Mrs. Anna Fankhauser died at the
infirmary last Saturday at the age of 69 years.
She came from Switzerland township,
but for that last nine years has been an inmate of the county infirmary.
The funeral took place on Sunday, conducted by Rev. S.
Egger.
Gains, W. H. Gains
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 4, 1893
W. H. Gains, an old-colored local preacher of Cambridge
awoke his wife one night and told her he had a vision of heaven. The angels
assured him he would die April 28. In spite of his friends ridicule, he made
his preparations accordingly. He showed no signs of leaving this earth until
nearly seven o’clock, the hour appointed, when he lay down and died.
Givens, Alexander H. Givens
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 14, 1893
It is with sadness today that we note the death of our
friend and neighbor, Mr. Alexander H. Givens, who died November 29, 1893, aged
60 years. Mr. Givens formerly lived at Sycamore Valley, but for the past two
years has been living in Sprague.
Mr. Givens was a member of the Christian church and served
a great many years in the capacity of elder in the Creighton Ridge congregation
and lived a life that would be profitable for all who knew him to pattern
after.
As a friend and neighbor a community would need no better,
he was always cheerful and ever ready to lend a helping hand to those in need,
and give a word of good advice to all. He seemed to have always had his share
of dis-appointments and adversities of this life but bore them with Christian
grace and fortitude, never murmured or complained, but was willing and
submissive to the will of him who doeth all things well.
He leaves a wife and seven children to mourn his departure.
They have the sympathy of the community in this their sad bereavement and may
they look forward to blessed anticipation and glorious hope of a coming day
when they shall meet father in that blissful land where sad farewells never come
and parting is no more.
The funeral services were conducted by Elder Barker. After
paying the last respect to one we dearly loved, the remains were followed by a
large concourse of friends to the cemetery.
The pale robed messenger of death
Came with a summons sad and drear
And called away with silent breath
Our nearest friend, our father
dear.
.
With aching hearts and tearful eyes,
We laid him in the silent grave;
To wait the summons from the skies
Of him who is mighty to save.
.
Farewell, husband, father, friend,
Thy voiceless form no more we’ll see,
O may we all our lives to end,
That we may share a home with
thee.
.
A sad farewell thy children say,
As round that vacant chair they stand;
God help them all in that great day,
To meet thee in that better
land.
.
Thy former friends too with tears
Remember thee with friendship true,
And now as death doth end thy years
They bid you last and sad adieu.
.
Once more farewell thou cherished one.
Whom angels’bands
are hovering near.
(Last 2 lines missing)
Graham, Edward J. Graham
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 23, 1893
Edward J. Graham, ex county recorder, died at his home in
Woodsfield on Tuesday morning. Only a week previous, he had left his school
room, no longer able to bear up against disease. His death resulted from
asthma, with which he had been afflicted for a long time. He has been sickly
for years but bravely fought against odds until Death finally conquered.
Mr. Graham was born on August 3, 1844 in Monroe County, and
resided here almost all his life. He was one of the best and favorably known
men in the county, having taught school in several towns and serving two terms
as county recorder. During the past year he has been teaching the grammar room
in Woodsfield schools.
When a very young man he entered the army and served
creditably.
On March 9, 1868, Mr. Graham and Miss Dollie
Johnson were married. Seven children were born to them—five of whom are left
behind to mourn with the bereaved wife.
Mr. Graham had a gentle disposition, was kind and
affectionate and will be sorely missed.
He was a member of the M. E. church and led an upright
Christian life. He belonged to the G.A.R., F&AM and I.O.O.F., the latter
order having charge of the funeral.
The funeral took place at the M. E. church on Wednesday
afternoon, the house being crowded to its utmost capacity. The funeral sermon
was preached by Rev. R. F. Sears.
Grimshaw, Hannah Grimshaw
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 25, 1893
Mrs. Hannah Grimshaw, wife of Dr.
Samuel Grimshaw, formerly of Woodsfield, died at her
home in Canton, Illinois on May 17, aged seventy-seven years.
Hamilton, William Hamilton
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 9, 1893
GRIFFITH—On Friday, February 3, the people of this
community were shocked to learn of the sudden death of our neighbor, William
Hamilton. On Friday, January 27, in the evening, he took sick and on Friday
between 8 and 9 o’clock in the morning, his spirit took its flight to the God
who gave it.
His suffering was intense, though he bore it without a
murmur. The physicians did all in their power to bring him back to health but
it was beyond human skill.
The deceased fully realized that it was his last sickness.
His past life had not been what he wished it had been; he exhorted his friends
not to live as he had; but before he left us he acknowledged Christ as his
Savior.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Ward of
Antioch. His remains were borne to their last resting place in the Moffett
cemetery by soldier pall bearers, and were followed by a large concourse of
people.
In the spring of 1861, the
deceased answered to the call of our country and enlisted in Company C., 25th
O.V.I. and left his parents and friends and the land of his childhood and went
out to face the death missiles of the enemy in defense of his country. He
served, in all, three years and three months under the grand old stars and
stripes and was always at his post of duty.
He was 52 years and 16 days
old.
In May 1865 he and Elizabeth
Fisher were united in marriage. To this union there were born six children, 4
boys and 2 girls; but in January 1879 God saw fit in his providence to take the
mother from them, and in April 1881, he was united in matrimony to Tillie Marple. To the second union there
resulted in 7 children—3 boys and 4 girls, making in all 13 children to mourn
their loss. They were all present except two. The widow and children
have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.
A loved one from us is gone,
A voice we loved is stilled;
A place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled.
.
`Tis hard to break the tender cord
When love has bound the heart,
`Tis hard, so hard, to speak the words,
“We must forever part.”
Hass, Nicholas Hass
Hass, Mrs. Nicholas Hass
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 1, 1893
There was a double tragedy at Marietta Sunday afternoon,
May 21, when George Lankford shot and instantly killed his wife, and then shot
himself, the bullet in each case entering above the eye and passing through the
brain. Jealousy was the cause.
Four months ago, the same day, Nicholas Hass, step-father
of Lankford, killed his wife by cutting her throat and then shot himself. The circumstances were very much the same in each
case.
Hawkins, Jared Hawkins 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 10, 1893
Mr. Hawkins was born near Cumberland, Md. September 24, 1818,
and spent his youthful days there and in Virginia. He came to Monroe county in December 1831.
He was married to Isabel Snodgrass, a lady of his youthful
acquaintance, March 30, 1848. To them were born eleven children—five sons and
six daughters—all of whom the father took great pains to educate.
The remark has often been made that Mr. Hawkins raised a
family of school teachers, and we can say they are an honor to the profession.
Some of them are graduates from good institutions.
Mr. Hawkins’s death, which occurred August 1, 1893, was the
first of the family. He has been a sufferer from paralysis for about three
years, but for the past six weeks he was confined to his bed where his every
want was looked after by his family and friends.
He has been a devoted member
of the M. E. church for over fifty years.
He lived to the ripe old age
of 74 years, 10 months and 7 days. He came as living and dying without an enemy
as any man can. He was honorable in his dealings and charitable to all. There were few if any who spent more of their time in relieving
the wants of soldier’s families during the civil war than Mr. Hawkins did. In
fact we can truthfully say he was a model man.
His funeral procession was
the largest we have ever seen on Jackson ridge. The funeral services were
conducted by Rev. Mr. Ward of Antioch, who preached a fine sermon from Job,
chapter 14, verse 14, which was listened to attentively by the people and we
join the friends and neighbors in extending our heartfelt sympathy to his bereaved and aged
companion, who has the consolation of knowing she has a good family of children
to lean upon in her irreparable loss.
A
FRIEND
Hawkins, Jared Hawkins
Source: Spirit of democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 3, 1893
Jared Hawkins of Center township
died Tuesday evening after a long illness. His death was due to paralysis. He
was about eighty years of age, and leaves a family.
Hayden, Maria Hayden
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 27, 1893
The remains of Maria Hayden, relict of Abram Hayden
formerly of this place, were brought here Tuesday from Rochester, Pa. for
interment.
Hendershot, Benjamin Hendershot
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 24, 1893
Benjamin Hendershot died at his
home in Woodsfield August 17, in his 69th year of his age.
Mr. Hendershot was a kind husband
and father, an honest and upright citizen and had the respect of all who knew
him.
He had been a consistent
member of the Christian church since 1865, living closely to the religion he
professed.
The funeral services were conducted by Elder M.A. Harvey,
services being held in the Presbyterian church.
He leaves a wife, several children and many relatives and
friends to mourn his departure from our midst. May he rest in peace.
Hoeffler, Michael Hoeffler
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 21, 1893
It was with much regret that the people of Woodsfield
learned Saturday morning of the death of ex-Auditor Michael Hoeffler.
While the news was not altogether unexpected, as he had been confined to the
house for several weeks, yet the report of his demise was received with sorrow.
Michael Hoeffler was born in Hochsteiner, Eisenschmeltz,
Germany, in 1823. In 1852 he emigrated to this
country, locating at Pittsburg, and two years later he removed to Woodsfield.
Here he worked at carpentering and cabinet-making until 1864, when he was
elected auditor, serving four years. In 1872 he was again elected auditor and
served four years, and was appointed to fill a vacancy of one year of Auditor
Weddle’s term. All together Mr. Hoeffler was auditor
and deputy auditor of Monroe county for sixteen years
in succession. From 1879 to 1884 he was auditor and secretary of the Bellaire
& Southwestern railway, now the B.Z.& C.
Michael Hoeffler was probably the
best known man in this county, and was a highly respected citizen. He had many
good qualities, and his continued re-election to office showed the high regard
of the people among whom he lived.
About two years ago Mr. Hoeffler
was examined by a specialist in throat trouble and was informed that he had a
cancer formed by much smoking. He had been a familiar figure on our streets
until a few days ago, but for the last ten days, he had taken bedfast.
Mr. Hoeffler was married after he
came to this place. His wife is still living, as well as his six children: Mrs.
Mary Weisend, Louis Hoeffler,
esq., Miss Barbara Hoeffler
and Charles W. Hoeffler, of this place; Mrs.
Josephine Keemle of Wilmington, Del., and Mrs. Louise
Kaltenbach of Paterson, N.J.
Mr. Hoeffler was a leading member
of the R.C. church, and the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Father Cawley. The funeral took place on Monday and was very
largely attended.
Hollister, Clara Hollister
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 9, 1893
Mrs. Clara Hollister, wife of Rev. Charles Hollister, died
last week at Fort Worth, Texas of consumption.
Mr. Hollister is a son of Warren Hollister, and lived in
Woodsfield some years ago.
Homer
Watson
Homer Watson died September 26, 1893. He was born November 25, 1891.
Eva Bella McVay
Eva Bella McVay died November 20, 1893. She was born
August 28, 1871.
Howell, John Howell
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 25, 1893
John Howell of Jacobsburg,
Belmont county, was run over and killed by the cars in the B.&
O. yards at Bellaire on the 16th. He was 68 years of age.
Huber, Jacob Huber
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 9, 1893
Died—Jacob Huber, the 22nd of
February, on his farm, one and one-half miles northeast of Woodsfield.
He was born on the 10th day of July, 1812, in Hemmingen, Wuerttenberg, Germany.
In 1837 at the age of 25 years, he came to this county.
He was married twice—the
first time, 1841 with Barbara Senetre, who died in
1863. They had four sons, but only two are now living, George and John, in the
West.
In 1867 Mr. Huber was married to Elizabeth Bott. Three children were born to them, of which only Miss
Pauline Matilda is left in the land of the living.
Mr. Huber was one of the oldest settlers of this county. He
died at the age of 80 years, 7 months and 12 days.
Huffman, Harry Huffman
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 11, 1894
Harry Huffman, son of Frank and Mosouri
Huffman, was born October 10, 1889, and departed this life December 28, 1893,
aged 4 years, 2 months and 18 days.
The circumstances of his death were rather peculiar: About
three weeks ago in playing with some grains of corn he swallowed one which
lodged in the windpipe; a surigical operation
performed in Wheeling seemed to have removed the obstruction and he improved
from that time with the exception of occasional spells of choking and coughing
until the time of his sudden death on the above date referred to.
The death of this bright and beautiful child was a great
shock not only to the parents but also to the grandfather of the boy (Mr.
George Huffman) who visited the child regularly twice each day __of his liking
for the boy. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of their many friends in
this community. The text used was Songs of Solomon vi
chapter, part of 2d verse: “My beloved is gone down into his garden * * * to
gather lilies.” God has taken another flower for the conservatory of Heaven,
and added another tie to bind us to Heaven’s fair land.
“ Gentile Harry, how we
miss thee
In our broken household band
Miss thy voice so full of kindness
And thy ready helping hand.
Ah! The world knew not thy value
The shady paths thy feet have trod,”
Leading,” thee by quiet waters
Flowing from the throne of God.”
“We were loath to have thee leave us
All thy friends and loved one’s dear
And we know
1twill sadly grieve us
That thy voice no more we’ll hear.
But the Lord who worketh
ever
In his own, his righteous way,
In his own good time he’ll call thee
From thy rest, to home, sweet
home.
WILLIAM
CLARKE
Pastor of the Locust
Grove U. E. church
Huffman, Letecia Huffman nee
Stewart
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 1894
Died, at her residence in Lee township,
Monroe county, Ohio, December 20, 1893, Letecia, wife
of Philip Huffman, deceased, aged 94 years.
The subject of this sketch was born in Green county, Pa., about the year 1800, and she and her husband
(who preceded her in death about 27 years) moved to this county to the farm on
which she died, sixty-nine years ago.
She was the daughter of James Stewart, who lived and died
in Green county, Pa. Also a sister to Richard Stewart,
residing in Antioch, Monroe county, Ohio.
She was the mother of fourteen children, one half of whom are still living to mourn her loss. Nearly all of them lived
to manhood and womanhood.
She has seventy-seven grandchildren, one hundred and
forty-four great-grandchildren and forty great-great grandchildren.
She was a generous and kind-hearted Christian lady who did
much to feed the hungry and make all about her comfortable and happy, much
beloved by all.
The Stewarts are noted for longevity. Her mother, Eleanor
Stewart, lived to the age of ninety-six.
Huffman, Letetia Huffman
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 21, 1893
Mrs. Letetia Huffman near Benwood died Wednesday morning, aged 93 years and 8 months.
(Submitters note—Source: Monroe County Death Records, Book 2—Death date:
December 19, 1893)
Hutchins, O. C. Hutchins
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 2, 1893
On Thursday afternoon of last week Mr. O. C. Hutchins of
Summerfield, one of the bridge carpenters on the B.Z.&
C. railroad met with a fatal accident. He was working on trestle No. 179 near
Kelsey station, and when in the act of boring a hole in one of the timbers his
weight caused it to tip; seeing the circumstances under which he was placed he
jumped to the ground, a distance of some 12 feet. He was a man of considerable
weight and it is supposed that the jar caused concussion of the brain, rendering
him unconscious at once. He was brought to Woodsfield where he received medical
aid and the next day he was taken to his home at Summerfield. He remained
unconscious and died Sunday evening at 8:25. Mr. Hutchins was a kind, sociable
man. He leaves a wife, two children and many friends to mourn his sad fate.
Jones, John Jones 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
Citizen John Jones of Malaga township,
died October 8, in his 78th year.
May 24, 1839 he united in marriage with Miss Margaret Long.
Their married life extended several years beyond their golden wedding. But long
as such life has been to Mr. Jones, the end has suddenly come.
Retiring to rest in usually good health, ere the dawn of
morning he slept, “the sleep that knows no wakening.”
Some several years ago he united with the Presbyterian
church of Buchanan. His life has been exemplary—a citizen greatly esteemed in
the community where he has so long resided.
Jones, John Jones
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 12, 1893
Mr. John Jones, a well-to-do farmer who resided near Miltonsburg, was found dead in bed Sunday morning last.
Mr. Jones was in Woodsfield Saturday and to all appearances
was enjoying his usual health. No direct cause of his death is known but it is
stated to have been heart failure.
He was a man of good report, a kind husband and father and
an obliging neighbor.
The funeral took place Tuesday. His age was 80 years.
(Submitters Notes—Source:
Monroe County Death Records, Book 2—Date of death: October 8, 1893)
Jones, Johnson I. Jones
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 9, 1893
Johnson I. Jones of Dilles
Bottom, Belmont County, died last week, aged 81 years, in this county at Clarington.
Kertner, Infant child Kertner
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 14, 1893
The reaper death made his call at the home of John Kertner on Saturday the 2d, and
with his sickle keen took away his infant child.
Interment at the Lutheran
cemetery.
Kiger, Mrs. Thomas Kiger
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 16, 1893
Mrs. Thomas Kiger, wife of a prominent music dealer of
Barnesville committed suicide early Thursday morning by hanging herself with a
clothesline in the coal house.
King, Isaac King
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 16, 1893
STAFFORD—Mr. Isaac King died last Wednesday and was
interred in Stafford cemetery on Thursday.
He was born in Fayette county,
Pa., in 1819; came to Monroe in 1854, and made his home with his widowed mother
and only brother, William. His mother dying in 1883, the two brothers, both
unmarried, lived in the nice home place surrounded by comfort and plenty.
Mr. King was somewhat
eccentric but honest and industrious and highly respected. His death leaves his
brother alone without any relations in Monroe county.
Their mother was a sister of Mr. Fleming, a former resident of Woodsfield.
Knight, John L. Knight
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 1894
John L. Knight, the subject of this sketch, was born in
Monroe county, Ohio. He died of paralysis at his home
in St. Marys, W. Va., December 7, 1893, at the age of
46 years.
His health had been gradually failing for about two years
until a week before his death when he grew suddenly worse. Everything that
physician and loving friends could do proved fruitless; death claimed him for
his own. His life for the past twenty years was spent in St. Marys where he filled the offices of clerk of county and
circuit courts.
He was well known in the public mind as an able business
man and politician, holding to the democratic faith. He was a prime factor in
the several societies to which he belonged, viz., I.O.O.F.&
A.M. and G.A.R. But it was in his private life where his magnanimous spirit
shone brightest.
He was a friend to all and had everyone for his friend.
Those in need never doubted his help, knowing that his hand was ever ready to
relieve. His delight seemed to be in giving favors to those from whom he
expected no return except good will. This he had in abundance for many times has it been said “he died without an enemy.” He took great
interest in the church and Sabbath school, having held the office of trustee in
the former and secretary in the latter for many years.
He was the son of William Knight of Sardis, Ohio.
He leaves a lonely, heart-broken wife, a loving son and
daughter who were his all in all. No wish of theirs was left unsatisfied by
this tender father. He was one of the “loving links that bound a family of six
children to earth. While his death calls out the full diapason of our sorrow
and tenderness we know that
“When we’ve crossed the river’s brink
We shall find each broken link
Some sweet day bye and bye.”
Kotzebue, Charles Kotzebue
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 23, 1893
Charles Kotzebue of Middlebourne, W. Va., well known in
this city, died last week after a short illness.
The remains were interred in the Bush cemetery near Malaga.
Laird, Sue Laird
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
Mrs. Sue Laird, aged about 50 years, died at St. Johnsburg, Vt., a few days ago.
She was raised here and was a sister to Captain Stephen
Thompson.
Lankford, George Lankford
Lankford, Mrs. George Lankford
Hass, Nicholas Hass
Hass, Mrs. Nicholas Hass
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 1, 1893
There was a double tragedy at Marietta Sunday afternoon,
May 21, when George Lankford shot and instantly killed his wife, and then shot
himself, the bullet in each case entering above the eye and passing through the
brain. Jealousy was the cause.
Four months ago, the same day, Nicholas Hass, step-father
of Lankford, killed his wife by cutting her throat and then shot himself. The circumstances were very much the same in each
case.
Latzech, Harriet Latzech
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 1, 1893
Died, on May 22, Harriett Latzech, daughter of Charles and Rhoda Latzech
of near Cameron. She was born July 25, 1875, being 17 years, 9 months
and 27 days old at her death.
The deceased was taken down with typhoid fever, which in
the course of only one week did its fatal work.
Harriet was a bright and estimable young lady. She leaves a
father, mother, three sisters and a number of friends and relatives to mourn
her departure. The bereaved family have the sympathy
of the entire community in this, their sad bereavement.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. O. H. Pennell,
pastor of the M. E. church of Beallsville, Ohio.
Interment in Grandview cemetery on
Tuesday, May 23.
A precious one from them is gone,
A voice they loved is stilled,
A place is vacant in their home,
Which never can be
filled.
Lieuellen, Stephen Arnold Lieuellen
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 27, 1893
The deceased Stephen Arnold Lieuellen
was born in Seneca township, Monroe county, Ohio,
August 20, 1861. He lived on his father’s farm until about 1880, when he
entered upon his college life.
In early life he received a common school education and
received a 6 month’s certificate at the age of 16, and began teaching in the
common schools, which he continued until death.
In 1880 he entered the Ohio state university as a freshman,
in which he remained for four consecutive years, pursuing a mathematical
course, preparing himself for a civil engineer. After surveying ten miles of
standard railroad at Columbus, and assisting the engineers in making the survey
of the viaduct which is now building at Columbus and numerous other works he
concluded that engineering would not agree with him.
He then left O.S.U. and went west and taught a school at Waitbery, Washington until recalled on account of the
serious illness of his brother Joseph, who shortly afterward died. After his
return from Washington, he re-entered the O.S.U., once more, taking this time a
select course. He never graduated from this school although attending in all
about five years and being perfect in all his studies.
After leaving school he taught normal schools, one each
fall, in all eight terms, teaching 7 to 9 months of common school each year. In
1887 he received a ten year’s certificate from the Ohio board of examiners.
About three years ago he began reading law with R.W. McCammon
as preceptor and was admitted to the bar in December last.
He was principal of the Lewisville schools at the time of
his death. He was at the same time, solicitor of the town of Lewisville, making
a complete and systematic change in their ordinance.
His father died some years since, when he was appointed
executor to administer a large and complicated estate, which he did with credit
and which position he still held at his death.
He has been twice a candidate for office in Monroe county
but never successful—once for clerk and once for surveyor. He was one of the
delegates sent to Columbus to secure a repeal of a law establishing a special
district at Chapel Hill, this county, which added largely to his defeat in his
surveying race. In commenting over his defeat he more than once said, “My
connection with that special district matter caused my defeat, but I care not;
I would do it again. I will at all times and at all events, stand up for the
rights and free institutions of our American people.”
From overwork and exposure he has gradually fallen away
since Christmas until March 6, he took a serious attack of pleurisy, to this
was added a complication of diseases, principal among them was an abcess which ruptured and passed off through the right
lung. He lingered, gradually growing worse, until April 22, 1893, at 7 o’clock
a.m. when he died, remaining conscious until the last. He realized his
situation and in speaking of it said on several different occasions: For the
future I feel perfectly safe and have no fears whatever and feel perfectly
satisfied to die as I have lived.”
He was engaged to be married in the near future to Miss
Amelia E. Matz of Lewisville, who was at his bedside
during all his illness except the first week, assisting in satisfying his wants
and making his last day on earth as pleasant and comfortable as possible.
During his illness, he said to her, “I wish I could take you with me; you are
all I regret to leave.” His last words to her were, “Be cheerful, dear.”
He was buried by the Jr. O.U.A.M and I.O.O.F organizations
at Summerfield, Sunday afternoon, April 23. A special
train conveyed the funeral from Lewisville to Summerfield.
Mr. Lieuellen was a man of great
ability and would doubtless have been a model lawyer, as that would have been
his profession. In short he was a man of that class that could only be rightly
appreciated by persons well acquainted with him and his true merits as a man of
education and ability could only be testified to by men that have---(remainder
of obituary is missing)
Litman, Ernest J. Litman
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 13, 1893
Ernest J., son of J. B. Litman of
Mt. Union, was born on the 9th of February 1878 and died on March
23, 1893, aged 15 years, 1 month and 14 days.
He united with the church of the United Brethren in Christ
at the above place three years ago and lived a consistent life and died in the triumps of living faith.
He sleeps in Jesus; his warfare is ended.
His last words were expressions for all to meet him in
Heaven.
The services were conducted by the undersigned at Mt. Zion
U. B. church.
William
Clarke, Pastor
Little, Frank C. Little
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 24, 1893
Frank C. Little, formerly of this place, was found dead in
his room at the Sturtz hotel in Zanesville on the
morning of August 17.
Mr. Little was a former express messenger of
the B.Z.& C. railroad but of later date had been with his parents
on Wheeling Island.
He had many friends here and
along the line. He was 22 years of age and unmarried.
The funeral took place in
Woodsfield on Saturday, being conducted by the members of the K. of P. lodge,
of which he was a member.
Lucinda
Rosan Christman [The Monroe Gazette
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Feb. 23, 1893]
In Memory of the death of Miss Lucinda Rosan
Christman.
Jesus said unto them: “Give place for the maid is not dead
but sleepeth.” Matthew II, 24. The Angel of death has
again called away one of our beloved maidens Miss Lucinda Rosan
Christman, daughter of Godfred and Catherine Bauman
Christman, at the early age of 25 years, 10 months, and 11 days. She was born
March 31, 1867, was taken in Covenant of God when an infant child, by baptism,
and taken into the
Somewhat more than a year ago she began to fail and ever since she has been
wasting away until Sunday, February 12th, 1893 when her spirit departed this
world and ascended to the Promised land of eternity.
Tuesday the 14th her body was laid in the
One sister died in 1871, and a brother, Ludwig J.
Christman, died February 18, 1889. She leaves a father, mother, six brothers,
and one sister to mourn her departure. Death often comes unexpected and often
we see it coming gradually. Often sickness precedes death and very often a
broken heart precedes death. Death will come sooner or later for each and everyone. Although “Death is not swallowed up in victory” there is no loss, but again for death calleth to rest. “Sleep on, beloved sleep and take thy
rest, lay down thy head upon the Savior’s breast. We love thee well, but Jesus
loves thee best.” Good night.
Reverend J. R. Mueller of Miltonsburg conducted the funeral services.
Luedy, Frederick Leudy
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 16, 1893
FOX—Our people were shocked and
deeply grieved to hear of the death of Mr. Frederick Luedy,
which occurred Sunday, March 5. Mr. Luedy had not
been sick long but his suffering was terrible.
His remains were interred in Salem cemetery.
He leaves a wife and three
children.
Mann, James P. Mann
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 15, 1893
James P. Mann was born March 28, 1839 and died June 8, 1893
at his home at Malaga. He had been ill for the last three years, having being
stricken down with paralysis.
He leaves a wife, two sons and one daughter. His father and
mother survive him, and also two brothers, William C. and Lyman J. Mann.
Captain Mann was one of the
best and most favorably known men in Monroe County. He was a man of strong
convictions, and was always sincere in his beliefs and tried to follow the path
of duty.
He was a strong partisan, but
never acted discourteously to his opponents. He had hosts of friends, each one
with a good word for him. No one had a word of reproach for him. He was a man
of excellent qualities and much ability. He was a member of the Universalist
church.
When the war of the rebellion
broke out he was eager to take up arms in defense of his country. He enlisted
as first lieutenant in Co. C., 116th Reg. O.V.I. in August, 1862,
and after Captain Arckence was killed in the battle
of Winchester, Va., in June 1863, he was promoted to
captain of Company C, and was in command until Lee surrendered at Appomatax. Captain Mann led his men in sixteen battles,
always encouraging them never fearing danger, his only object being to save his
country from disunion. One of the prominent members of his company said a few
days ago, “He was as good a soldier as ever buckled a sword around him or
carried a musket.
The funeral was held on
Saturday, eleven members of his old company being present. He was buried by the
Somerton post G.A.R. Captain Thomas commander. Old soldiers and comrades were
present from Barnesville, Woodsfield, New Castle, Beallsville, Lewisville, Miltonsburg and Calais.
He was carried to his last
resting place by eight of the members of his old company: F.J.Staudt,
M.I.Slusher, D.T.Sears,
Allen Mason, Walter Tacker, Samuel Stonebraker, C.I.Eberle and Louis
Sulsberger. The funeral was very largely attended.
Marty, Edna M. Marty
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 12, 1893
Edna M. Marty, died at the home of her parents in Jackson township, September 26, aged 14 years, 7 months and 9 days.
She was the youngest daughter of Fred and Rosa Marty and she leaves father, mother,
three sisters and four brothers to mourn her departure. Thus doe we record the
departure of another loved one, in the beautiful springtime of life. With this
world so fair and beautiful before her, she closed her eyes upon it all, and
gone with Death over the river to the Land Beyond.
She obeyed the gospel in her 12th year, was
immersed by Eld. D.W. Harkins September 20, 1891, and
became a member of the Church of Christ, worshiping at West Union, Ohio.
We rest assured that our departed sister has secured that
peace, eternal rest, by obedience to the law of Christ and a holy, consecrated
life, as becometh his saints, thus we can sing. “Over
Jordan we shall meet, by and by.”
H. E. Winland conducted the funeral services, and after
reading Ezekiel 18th chapter, preached a discourse to her memory and
her favorite song was sang:
Asleep in Jesus; blessed sleep,
From which name ever wake to weep—
A calm and undisturbed repose,
Unbroken by the last
of foes.
“Blessed are all they that put their trust in Him.” H.J.W.
Mathews, Rev. William Harvey Mathews
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 4, 1893
Rev. William Harvey Mathews was born at Round Bottom,
Monroe county, Ohio, June 22, 1856 and died at his
home in New Athens, April 23, 1893.
At the age of twelve years he identified himself with the
M. E. church and continued to adorn his profession by a devoted, consistent
life,
In June 1891 at a session of the Barnesville district
conference held at Bellaire, Ohio, he was licensed to preach, and labored, as
opportunity was afforded, in the capacity of a local preacher until death. He
was for several years, a successful school teacher in his native and adjacent
counties. He was for some time a student in Scio college.
He was engaged in teaching near New Athens, when stricken down with an attack
of typhoid fever, culminating in his death in about two weeks.
On November 21, 1892, he was
united in marriage to Miss Minnie Trimly of near Beallsville, Ohio.
Soon after their marriage they
located in our village, identifying themselves with the M. E. church and
entering heartily into church work.
In the last hour of his stay
on earth he heard the bells of the churches summoning the people to their
devotions and said to his wife, “Minnie, let us go to church.” He doubtless
went to church on that Sabbath morning, but it was to the Church triumphant
instead of the earthly sanctuary where he had been accustomed to go. The
psalmist’s words seem to be applicable in this providence: “The days of his
youth has thou shortened.” While his exit from the
stage of action just as life’s plans were being projected seems to us
inexplicable, yet we know the providence is the product of infinite wisdom and
love.
During
their brief stay among us Brother Mathews and his now bereaved wife, won the
confidence and esteem of those with whom they mingled. His willing resignation to the will of God was a
marked feature in all his sickness and suffering. He said that if his work was
done he was willing and ready to go, and the Master sealed the fact of its
accomplishment by taking him unto himself. Services were conducted at the home
by the pastors of the several churches at an early hour on Monday, after which
loving friends and relatives conveyed the remains to the old home, and on
Tuesday, interred him beside his kindred as he had requested.
The wife and relatives have the sympathy and prayers of our
community. R. H.
STRAHL
Pastor of M. E. church, New Athens, O
Matthews, William Matthews
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 27, 1893
Our neighborhood has again been visited by the messenger of
death. Mr. William Matthews died in New Athens, Harrison county,
Sabbath, April 22 at 10 o’clock a.m. of typhoid fever. He was resigned to go at
the Master’s bidding. He was brought to his father’s home on Monday.
Interment
at Chapel Hill on Tuesday. He
leaves a wife and many relatives to mourn his loss.
Mr. John K. Sawyers brought the sad news of the death of
William Matthews to his friends on Monday, and remained home a few days.
McCurdy, Benjamin McCurdy
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 2, 1893
The following appeared in the Morgantown New Dominion
concerning the death of the father of Mr. I. McCurdy of Laings,
this county; on Friday, January 6, Benjamin McCurdy died at his home near McCurdyville, this county, after an illness of some length,
aged 81 years. The cause of his death was more particularly his extreme old
age. His remains were laid to rest on Saturday in the old family graveyard.
Mr. McCurdy was married twice. A widow and eight children
are left to mourn his loss.
He was a very prominent and much respected man in his
locality and wherever known.
He was postmaster at McCurdyville
for several years, the town taking its name from him. He was assessor on the
west side for four years, and in his official capacity was well liked.
McIntire, David McIntire
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 2, 1983
David S. McIntire of Round Bottom, died Sunday morning,
January 22, aged 86 years, 2 months and 7 days. Mr. McIntire has been a
resident of this county for many years
Interment in Chapel Hill.
McKelvey, Mrs. Henry McKelvey
nee Sykes
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 13, 1893
CLARINGTON--Mrs. Henry McKelvey, a daughter of Louis Sykes, died Monday. She was
confined a few days ago, but the child died.
McLivaine, Andrew McLivaine
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 1, 1893
Andrew Mclivaine, an old citizen
of Goshen township, Belmont county, was struck by a B.&O.
passenger train near Burton’s station on Tuesday of last week, and instantly
killed.
McVay, Eva Bella McVay 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 30, 1893
Miss Eva Bella McVay was born on
the 28th day of August, 1871. Mr. A. H. Clause adopted her as his
child in her eighth year and had her baptized and confirmed in the German
Evangelical church in Miltonsburg when she was 13
years old. She attended school and Sunday school for many years.
Her father died in 1886. In her 18th year she
started to live out and worked for several years at Barnesville, then two years
at Woodsfield, where she became a member of the Christian Endeavor society and
was well thought of and respected and beloved by all..
Last July she went to Pittsburg to work, but in September
returned home sick and weak with severe despondency. She claimed to have no
home, no friends, no Savior and no Heaven; this thought seemed to trouble her
so much that she had no pleasure in living longer. Although Mr. and Mrs. Claus
treated her with the greatest kindness there was no change to be seen in her
condition until two weeks ago when she became brighter, so that there was good
hope of her recovery.
On Saturday, the 18th, she wished to go to
Malaga for some things needed and while there bought poison. Of this she took a
large dose on Monday morning at 8 o’clock and then went to a neighboring house
on an errand. At dinner time she took sick. Mr. Claus was sent for and he took
her home and sent for medical aid. She died at 3:30 p.m.
Miss McVay, while in her health,
was very kind to her sick mother who resides near Woodsfield. Mrs. McVay, Mr. Claus and family and many friends are much
grieved over the sad occurrence.
The funeral took place at 10 a.m. in the German cemetery at
Mitlonsburg, Rev. J. R. Mueller officiating. Miss McVay must have had her mind affected so that she lost all
control of herself. In health she was a respectable lady, a true and faithful
Christian, but in sickness her faith failed; she believed she was cursed.
Judge not and condemn not; we are yet in good health but we
know not what may cross our path; we are aiming for heaven, but it is uncertain
whether we get there. Exodus 4, 11; Romans, 9, 15 and 16. E.
McVay, Eva McVay
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 23, 1893
A very sad affair was the suicide of Miss Eva McVay which occurred at Miltonsburg
Monday evening.
Miss McVay had been despondent for
some time, but no one thought she would take such a step as she did.
Some months ago she went to Pittsburg, but returned in a
week or two, and went back again to live with the family of a H. Claus. She
didn’t seem to be satisfied anywhere, and was heard to complain frequently that
she had no home.
On Monday she took a dose of arsenic to end her life, and
although medical aid was brought as soon as possible she died in about an hour.
Mr. and Mrs. Claus had always been kind to her, and whe was well liked and had many friends.
McVeigh, Mr. McVeigh
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
Mr. McVeigh of Switzerland township
died recently. He had been ailing for some time.
Meeker, David W. Meeker
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 7, 1893
Again the angel of death has visited our community and
taken its prey, Mr. David W. Meeker, who departed this life September 10, 1893,
aged 37 years, 9 months and 19 days after a lingering illness of eight months.
He was a dutiful and obedient son, a kind, loving,
affectionate husband and parent; as a scholar, he was always sociable; as a
neighbor, always obliging.
He became a member of the Christian church September 15,
1889, and ever after lived a consistent member. When nearing the close, he
remarked, “I am ready and willing to go. Oh what a fine thing
to have such a beautiful home to go to!”
He leaves a wife, three children, brother and sister,
besides many relatives and friends to mourn his departure.
The bereaved have the sympathy of the entire community in
this their sad bereavement. We must not too deeply mourn our loss, for our loss
is his eternal gain. Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the
morning.
(Monroe Gazette and Clarington Independent please copy.) X.Y.
Mellott, Charlie Mellott
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 21, 1893
Charlie, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Mellott
of Beallsville, died December 11.
Montgomery, John Montgomery
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 14, 1893
John Montgomery, who was born in Monroe county, December
25, 1800, and lived here for 41 years, died December 6 in Tyler county, W.Va.,
where he has lived since moving from Monroe county.
Morgan, Leona Morgan
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 16, 1893
Word was received here Tuesday of the death of Leona,
youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Morgan of Wellsville, Ohio.
Morrow, Letitia Morrow nee Adams 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 25, 1894
Mrs. Letitia Morrow (nee Adams) was born in Wheeling in
1829.
Her parents removed near Clarington in 1840.
In 1866 she was united
martially with John Morrow.
Soon thereafter, under a high
sense of moral obligation, she identified herself with the Presbyterian church
of New Castle. In church and social relations her life has been a benediction.
Many are ready “ to rise and call her blessed.”
Little ministries of kindness
and good will from her hands brought cheer and comfort to those in need of
sympathy and help. The later years of her life were spent in Sardis, Ohio. The
last year she became a victim of consumption. All medical means were
unavailing. On the 25th of December her Christian life was ended and
her spirit took its flight to God.
Her remains rest in the Sykes
cemetery, till God shall bid them rise.
MARY
Morrow, Mrs. John Morrow 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 1894
SARDIS--Mrs. John Morrow died
on the morning of the 25th and was buried at Sykes cemetery on the
27th.
She leaves a lonely companion
who has the sympathy of many friends and neighbors.
Mrs. Morrow was a noble
woman, a good neighbor and friend. She will be sadly missed in the town as well
as in her own home but she has gone where none ever say, “I am sick,” where
there is no pangs of death. May the heart of her
companion be comforted in the hope of a reunion ere long.
Morrow, Mrs. John Morrow
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 28, 1893
Word was received here Tuesday morning of the death of Mrs.
John Morrow of Sardis. Mrs. Morrow had been sick for some little time past.
The funeral took place Tuesday.
Much, Katie Much
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 16, 1893
Miss Katie Much, of Seneca township,
who has been working in Zanesville for some time, died suddenly on Monday, aged
about 22 years.
The funeral services were held at Wells creek R. C. church.
Myers, Joseph Myers
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 23, 1893
We learn that Joseph Fox of Benwood
received word a few days ago of the murder of Mr. Joseph Myers of Sedalia, Mo.,
by his son.
It seems that a dispute arose between them in regard to
some lumber when the son became angry and struck his father in the head with a
hatchet.
Mr. Myers was formerly a resident of Green township, this county, and served two terms as sheriff.
His many friends much regret to learn of this sad
occurrence.
Nelly, Charles Nelly
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 15, 1893
Charles Nelly, a hotel proprietor of New Matamoras dropped
dead Friday morning from heart disease. He was about 65 years of age.
Nesbit, James Nesbit Esq. 3rd
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 22, 1893
An esteemed and well known citizen of
Sardis, Ohio, in his73d year, on the 8th of May, 1893.
The active life of Esq. Nesbit was spent on the farm where
he resided. October 2, 1845 he was united in marriage with Miss Caroline Wells,
Tyler county, W. Va. To these parents were born 10
children—9 of whom are living-7 were present in his last illness.
The last 14 years he had been in declining health, the last
2 years, suffering greatly in body and mind with paralysis.
In his domestic relations he was always cheerful and happy.
His home was the house of quietness and peace. His example was always on the
side of virtue and good morals. Charitable and kind of heart, the poor always found in a friend, nor went away empty from his door.
Employes long years in his service spoke in
sympathetic terms of kind, considerate treatment while in his employ. For many
successful years the community gave him full expression of their confidence and
good wish in his continued election to the office of Justice of the peace. On
the10th of May, in the presence of his bereaved family and a large circle of
sympathizing friends in the community near and far, funeral services were
conducted by Rev. Dr. Armstrong of Woodsfield. “COM.”
Nesbitt, James Nesbitt Esq. 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 18, 1893
James Nesbitt, the subject of this sketch, was born in
Wheeling, W.Va., on the 25th day of August, 1819, and died in Sardis
on the 8th day of May, 1893, in the seventy-fourth year of his age.
He came to this place about the year 1830 with his
grandfather, Jonathan Patton, who was the founder of the town of Sardis.
Mr. Nesbit was well known and respected in this community.
He was a good citizen and neighbor and was very liberal in his dealings with
his fellow man and charitable almost to a fault. No worthy person could come to
his house in want and go away empty handed. He leaves a family of seven
daughters and two sons, and two aged sisters to mourn his loss.
Funeral services were held at his late residence by the
Rev. Dr. Armstrong, of the Woodsfield Presbyterian church, after which he was
laid to rest in the cemetery near Sardis.
The bereaved family have the
sympathy of the entire community. The writer of this has known him long,
intimately and always found in him a warm and true friend. The children have
lost an affectionate father, the sisters, a kind brother and the community a
good citizen. G. Sardis, Ohio May 10
Nesbitt, James Nesbitt
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 11, 1893
Word was received here Monday evening of the death of James
Nesbitt, a prominent citizen of Sardis. No particulars have been learned. Rev.
Dr. Armstrong went from this place Tuesday morning to attend the funeral.
Okey, Maria Okey
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 23, 1893
Mrs. Maria Okey, relict of John Okey, was born September 21, 1823 and died February 14,
1893. Last November she came from her home in Colorado to visit her daughter,
Mrs. Joseph Witten near Sardis, where she died.
She united with the Woodsfield M. E. church in 1856, under
the ministry of the Rev. M. W. Dallas.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Fisher of Baresville.
Mrs. Okey leaves ten children to
mourn her departure.
Orange, Thomas Orange
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 12, 1893
Mr. Thomas Orange of Greenbrier died September 29, aged 38
years. Mr. Orange had been in poor health for some time, but bore his
afflictions with Christian fortitude.
He leaves a wife and six children and many friends to mourn
his death.
He was a consistent member of the Christian church and dies
in full hope of resurrection in Christ.
His remains were interred in the Craton
ridge cemetery, Boston township.
Paith, Young child Paith
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 30, 1893
A nine-month-old child of William Paith
died on Monday and was buried Tuesday in Buchanan cemetery.
Rev. S. Egger conducted the funeral services.
Patterson, James Patterson
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 23, 1893
James Patterson was born September 12, 1822 in Washington
county, Pa., and removed when a small boy with his parents to their home near
Beallsville.
When a young man he returned to Washington and learned the
tanners trade. While there he married Miss Sarah F. Miller, but in a few years
came back and settled in Woodsfield, where he resided for twelve years. Soon after coming here his wife died leaving him with one little
son, who is still living and is in Lucas, Iowa.
While still here he married Miss Sophia Gray of this
county, daughter of the late Arthur Gray of this county. They moved in 1862 to
the Muskinghum valley and settled in the village of
Cool Run, Washington county, where he was engaged in
the mercantile business for 23 years.
By his last marriage he had one son, who has been deputy
auditor of Washington county for over eight years and
is still there.
He was an active and consistent member of the M. E. church
over fifty years, holding responsible positions in church, always at the post
of duty. He had a billous attack last July and the
last of November began to run down. All that medical skill could do was of no
avail; he gradually failed till February 23rd, he peacefully and
triumphantly passed away.
He was a man that was upright and honest in all his
dealings and of unflinching integrity. He was well respected by all that knew
him.
Pennington, Sarah J. Pennington nee Okey
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 9, 1893
Mrs. Sarah J. Pennington, nee Okey,
wife of John R. Pennington, was born May 18, 1830. She was married to John
Pennington, September 1, 1853 and died near Antioch, January 30, 1893.
She was a consistant member of
the M. E. Church, having united with said church in early life. She was a kind
and loving wife and mother.
Many kind friends and neighbors ministered to her wants
during her last sickness and she expressed herself to them, that she loved
everyone, and felt that she was fully resigned to the will of God.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Ward and her
remains were laid to rest in the Moffett cemetery February 1, 1893.
The day was very unpleasant yet a large number of friends
and aquaintances were present to pay their respects
to her memory.
May we all profit by her example and be ready to meet death
when He shall call us. May the Holy Spirit sustain and comfort the bereaved
husband and family.
Pittman, Benjamin Pittman
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 13, 1893
Benjamin Pittman died at the county infirmary Tuesday, aged
between 70 and 75 years.
He met with financial misfortune, but was a
straightforward, honest man.
He was a member of the East Sunsbury
Baptist church for forty years.
The interment was made in the cemetery of that church
Wednesday.
Mr. Pittman’s wife has been
dead for a number of years, but he has five children living.
Poulton, John W. Poulton
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 4, 1893
John W. Poulton of this place,
died Tuesday after an illness of only about a week. Mr. Poulton
was born in Washington township, this county in 1846
and removed to this place almost ten years ago, where he has since been engaged
in business. During the war he served about a year in the Union army. He was a
man of kindly disposition and was well liked by all his friends and companions.
Mr. Poulton was a member of the R. C. church. The
funeral will take place Thursday morning at 10 o’clock.
Ramsey, Samuel Ramsey
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 10, 1893
Samuel Ramsey, a brakeman on the B.Z&C. railroad, was
killed by the cars near Herlan station last Thursday.
One of the cars had gotten off the track and Ramsey jumped to a bank, down
which he rolled under a moving car, and was horribly mangled.
He was unmarried and his home was at Captina.
Reller, Edward Reller
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 18, 1893
Me. Edward Reller formerly of
this place, died of typhoid fever at Apollo, Pa., on
Thursday, May 11. His mother had been called to his bedside some days before
his death. His many friends here were shocked by the sad news.
Reusser, Fredreka Reusser
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 26, 1893
Died—Mrs. Fredreka Reusser at her home in Lee township, Monroe county, September 22, after a brief illness, at the age of
forty-six years and seven months.
She leaves a husband and seven children to mourn her loss.
The deceased was a native of Germany, emigrated
to America with her parents while young.
She married John W. Reusser. This
union was blessed with nine children of which two
daughters have gone before.
From her first illness she seemed to realize there was no
hope for recovery and expressed a willingness to obey the call of her Master
only regretting to leave her loved ones. She was held in high esteem by all who
knew her, a good neighbor, a fond mother and a true wife.
She requested to be laid by her mother in the German M.E.
cemetery. Her funeral services were conducted by Father Gehring
and the pastor in charge of the German M.E. church in the presence of a large
congregation of sympathizing friends. Her husband and family have the heartfelt
sympathy of the entire community. A
FRIEND
Robinson, Glenwood Robinson
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 21, 1893
So far and so lonely our darling has left us,
And gone to the angels to be ever blest;
Left our home once so happy, now darkened with
sorrow,
God called our darling to a haven of rest.
.
Though called far away from us dear loving
parents,
To a home where no sin has ever beguiled,
Called by the angels with serene blessings,
Called to God’s bosom our sweet
little child.
.
`Tis sad, It is lonely, but we know if we only
Be faithful to God and sin not deposited,
We’ll meet him in Heaven, our dear little Glennie,
For God is a friend to his obedient child.
.
It is seldom we are called to chronicle so sad a death as
that of little six-weeks old child of Mr. and Mrs.
Joseph E. Robinson of this place, which occurred at about 6:15 Thursday
evening. His death was brought on by chicken pox. Everything that could be done
to save his precious little life, but all failed to lay aside the sword of
death and a happy home is now robed in mourning. But we know that God is wise
and good, and now that we realize that awful loneliness, that depth of sorrow,
that intense feeling of desolation that rests over parents when a loved one is
suddenly taken from them, we try to sympathize with them. There is a sweet
source of consolation; his deal little soul is in heaven, and we can go to him.
There is a ray of light that reaches through the midst of
time and futurity, and from the ray we can gather consolation.
In the Holy Bible we read:
“ But when Jesus saw it he was much displeased,
and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me and forbid them
not, for of such is the kingdom of heaven. Verily I say unto you, whosoever
shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child he shall not enter
therein.” W.A.R.
(Submitters Note—Source:
Monroe County Death Records, Book 2--Name of child: Glenwood—Date of death:
October 14, 1893)
Rose, Charles Rose
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 7, 1893
News of the death of Charles Rose, who it seems was drowned
in the Allegheny river a few days ago, has been
received by his father Fred Rose, of this place.
He had been employed by one of the traction companies.
He has a wife and two children at Morristown.
The family
have the sympathy of the community.
A son just recently recovered
from the fever, it is said is afflicted to the extent that he is unable to
walk.
Rose, Mrs. S.A. Rose
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 14, 1893
The following obituary notice of Mrs. S.A. Rose, mother of
Fred Rose of near this place is taken from a paper at Mt. Pleasant, Mo.
Died—At her home in Mt. Pleasant,
Mo., August 19, Mrs. S. A. Rose.
Deceased was born in Woodsfield, the county seat of Monroe county, Ohio. Brother and Sister Rose were married February
10, 1849, to them were born seven children, three sons and four daughters. Two live in Ohio, one in Kansas, and four in this county.
She was a member of the M. E. church, having with her husbamd united with that church in 1864. She was a worthy
member. She was held in high esteem by all who knew her, a good neighbor, a
fond mother and a true wife.
Her funeral was preached by H. P. Tandy, pastor of the
Christian church, at the home of her bereaved husband in Mt. Pleasant. The
funeral was largely attended and her remains were followed by a large
procession of sympathizing friends to High ridge cemetery, where her body was
laid to rest to await the resurrection morn.
Brother Rose and his family have the heart-felt sympathy of
the entire community. H.P.
TANDY
Rush, Isaac Rush
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 13, 1893
Isaac Rush departed this life on the 22d of March. He was
born July 9, 1815, thus making his age 77 years, 8 months and 13 days.
He made his home at Jacob Mellott’s
since the death of his wife (which event occurred on January 2, 1887). He
leaves five sons and three daughters to mourn his loss; two sons died in
infancy and one in the army, making in all eleven children.
Father Rush was a member of the church of the United
Brethren in Christ for about forty years, most of the time as an exhorter. On last
4th of July he had a reunion of his children and grandchildren. May
they all meet again and realize:
“How sweet it will be in that beautiful land
So free
from all sorrow and pain,
With songs on our lips and with harps in our
hands,
To meet one another again.”
The funeral was conducted by the undersigned at Mt. Olive
cemetery.
William
Clarke, Pastor
Scheufele, Young Child Scheufele
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 9, 1893
The youngest child of Henry Scheufele
died at Beallsville early Wednesday morning.
It will be buried in the Beallsville cemetery.
Schroeder, Fred Schroeder
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 9, 1893
Fred Schroeder died at Pittsburg last week from typhoid
fever. His remains were brought to Miltonsburg
Friday, where they were interred.
Scott, Jane Scott nee Kelly 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 1894
Mrs. Jane Scott was born in Randolph county,
Va., January 22, 1827, and died December 25, 1893, at the age of 66 years, 11
months and 3 days.
She moved at the age of 7 years with her parents, Isaac and
Lucinda Kelly, to Monroe county, Ohio, where she lived
and died near Brister.
On the 28th of March 1844, she was married to
John Scott. To this union was born two children, a son and a daughter.
The son (Isaac) died 10 years ago, the 8th of
October last; the daughter and husband still survive her.
It can be truthfully said of this good mother and kind
companion that she was industrious and possessed with a submissive spirit. On
Wednesday, December 20, at 6 p.m. she had a paralytic stroke (being the third
one) from which she did not recover, and lingered in a comatose state until
called from labor to reward,
Weep not, mourn not, do
not cry!
I am with my Savior on high.
Mrs. Scott was converted at the age of 14 years and joined
the M. E. church, to which she belonged all her life, being a kind, generous
Christian, ever ready to work for the Master.
The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Mr. Shafer. He
first announced the hymn, “Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep.” After which was
preached a very interesting and impressive discourse from Numbers 23rd
chapter and a part of the 10th verse. “Let me die the death of the
righteous, and let my last end be like his.”
Shudder not to pass the stream;
Venture all thy care on Him.—
Him, whose dying love and power
Stilled its tossings,
hushed its roar.
.
Safe is the expanded wave,
Gentle as the summer’s eve;
Not one object of his care
Ever suffered shipwreck there.
.
See the heaven full in view;
Love divine shall hear thee through;
Trust to that propitious gale;
Weigh thine anchor,
spread thy sail.
.
Saints in glory, perfect made,
Wait thy passage through the shade;
Ardent for thy coming o’er,
See, they throng the blissful shore. R.S.S.
Scott, Jane Scott
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 28, 1893
Mrs. Scott of near Burkhart had a stroke of paralysis
Saturday while at the table eating, and expired shortly afterward.
The funeral took place Sunday.
(Submitters notes—Source:
Monroe County Death Records, Book 2--Mrs. Scott’s first name was Jane –Date of
death December 25, 1893)
Shankland, Newt Shankland
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
Mr. Newt Shankland, who has been
spoken of in your columns as being on the sick list, died a few days ago and
was taken to Cameron, Va. for interment.
He was a member of the M. E. church and died resigned. The
short time he and family resided here they made a very favorable impression on
quite a number of citizens who visited them.
His age was about forty years.
Shaw, Margaret E. Shaw nee Duffy
Duffy, Ida M. Duffy
Duffy, James F. Duffy
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 14, 1893
On the 19th of June 1893, Margaret E. Shaw, nee
Duffy, passed away, being near 20 years of age and married but a short time
before her death. She was a member of the M. E. church at Mt. Carrick and died
in the full triumph of faith in Christ.
On the 23d day of July, 1893, another daughter, Ida M.
Duffy, died, aged 22 years and 3 months. She was a consistent member of the
Christian church and has gone to live with the Lord Jesus. Her last days were peaceful
and happy.
On the 23d day of September 1893, James F, Duffy died,
being near 16 years of age. James had never united with the church but attended
Sabbath school and was a kind loving son. Seldom have we chronicaled
a more sad and solemn bereavement than the fore-going—all children of Charles
L. and Hannah Duffy.
The last child taken from them, except one son living at
Bellaire, married.
Sloane, Philip Sloane
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 11, 1894
Tuesday morning, December 19, Philip Sloane, son of John
and Caroline Sloane departed this life after an illness of long duration from
consumption. He was born October 3, 1869 and was therefore at the time of his
death 24-years, 2-months and 16-days old.
He came to Toronto about five years ago, working three
years in the brickyard, then owing to failing health going into the grocery
business, which he was continued until last May, when he was compelled to take
his bed. He was a patient sufferer and will be remembered by his acquaintances
as a kind-hearted young man of commendable energy.
He leaves a father and mother, two brothers, Frank and
Charles, to mourn his loss, besides two half-brothers, John and William, three half sisters, Mrs. T.M. Hamilton, Mrs. J.W. Hamilton of
Beallsville, and Mrs. Willis of Belmont county.
His funeral took place the following Wednesday. Interment
in the Toronto cemetery, Rev. Mr. Thrapp officiated. J. Toronto,
Ohio
Smith, Amelia Smith
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 9, 1893
Miss Amelia Smith, daughter of Jacob Smith of Miltonsburg, died on Wednesday of last week, aged 22 years.
The funeral took place on Friday.
Smith, Annie Smith
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 8, 1893
Mrs. Annie Smith died June 2 at Lewisville of general
debility. She was the wife of A.I. Smith of Wheeling.
At the time of her death she was in her 25th
year. A husband and child are left to mourn her departure.
The interment took place at Buchanan on Sunday.
Smith, Jacob Smith
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 5, 1893
Mr. Jacob Smith, of near Miltonsburg,
died Thursday morning, aged 66 years.
Mr. Smith was a member of the Luthern
church and was well respected by those who knew him.
The funeral will take place today at Miltonsburg
cemetery.
(Submitters Notes—Source:
Monroe County Death Records, Book 2
date of death: October 3, 1893)
Steed, Mrs. Charles Steed nee Yoho
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 20, 1893
The remains of Mrs. Charles Steed were brought down from
Martin’s Ferry and buried in the Walton cemetery a few days ago. She was a
Yoho.
Stegner, Casper Stegner
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 9, 1893
The infant child of L. E. Stegner
died last Thursday.
The funeral was at Lewisville Saturday at 10 o’clock by
Rev. S. Egger of Woodsfield, Ohio.
(Submitters Note- Child’s
name was Casper d.
March 2, 1893 at the age of 4 months. Source of information: Monroe County
Death Records)
Stoffel, Columbia Anna Stoffel
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 9, 1893
Once more the angel of death has visited our community and
removed from our midst one who is near and dear to us
by all ties of nature. Once more we have been called upon to witness a scene
warning us of the uncertainty of life and the necessity of our preparing to
meet death at his coming. May we learn a lesson and profit thereby from the
noble life led by one whose hours on earth have been fleeting.
Columbia Anna Stoffel was born October 15, 1877, died January 28, 1893,
on the 22nd day of her sickness of typhoid fever and pneumonia
fever.
Deceased was
a devoted Christian and a member of the M. E. Church at Road Fork, Duck Creek.
The funeral services were
conducted by Rev. Reinshergher and were very
impressive. A very large concourse of friends and neighbors followed her
remains to Mt. Creyton cemetery,
where she was laid to rest to await the coming of the Lord. She rests by the
side of a brother and sister who preceded her to the better land.
During her sickness she sung hymns and a short time before she expired she sung the
beautiful hymn;
Oh to be robed and ready,
Ready when the Lord shall come
Oh to be watching, waiting
Watching for the summons home.
.
Kind, gentle, quiet and
affectionate, she made herself attractive and agreeable to family and
associates. As she lived a Christian life and was loved by all who knew her,
she left a shining mark so that all who knew her may so live to meet her and
all their friends in that better world where sorrow and parting never come.
How vain is all beneath the
skies!
How transient every earthly bliss!
How slender are the fondest
ties,
That bind us to a
world like this!
But though earth’s fairest blossoms
die,
And all beneath the sky is vain,
There is a brighter world on
high,
Beyond the reach of toll
and pain. A
FRIEND
Talbot, Upton L. Talbot
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 9, 1893
Upton L. Talbot, an old resident here, who died and was
buried in Bellaire, was disinterred and brought here and buried beside his wife
near their residence.
Taylor, Myria Taylor
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 23, 1893
With a sad and lonely heart, I feel as though I want to
note the death of our dear little sister, Myria, a
loving daughter of Thomas H, and Caroline Taylor, which occurred on the 11th
day of October, 1893, she being 9 years, 7 months and 13 days old.
2) minutes of 2 o’clock the reaper
of death took from our midst our pleasure and joy. It was so hard to part with
one that was so young, so innocent, gentle and kind.
Only a few short years was she spared with us. There is no
one that can fill her place at the table or her vacant chair around the fire
these long and lonely evenings. No more on earth can we see her smile again or
hear her prattling tongue, nor see those hands that are now still and cold that
were always busy at work or play.
How lonely it is now, our family circle is broken, not only
that but our hearts are sad and broken.
She is not only missed at our home, but at Sunday school,
and at school. But she was only a bud here on earth to bloom in heaven.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Cope. Her
remains were laid to rest in the Ozark cemetery Friday morning. She was the
youngest child of our now sad and lonely parents.
She leaves a father, mother, three sisters and two
brothers, besides many relatives and innumerable friends to mourn her
departure. Death has cast a gloom over our desolate home. But we must not too
deeply mourn our loss, for our loss is her eternal gain. As our parting will
only be for a little while and then if faithful we’ll meet to part no more.
Gentle sister, how we miss thee,
In our broken household band;
Miss thy voice so full of kindness,
And thy ready helping
hand.
Ah! The world knew not thy value,
The shady paths thy feet have trod:
Led thee by the quiet waters,
Flowing from the house
of God.
.
We were loath to have thee leave us,
All thy friends and loved ones dear,
And we know `twill sadly grieve us,
That thy voice no more we’ll hear.
But the Lord, who worketh
ever
In his own, his righteous way;
In his own good time he’ll call thee
From thy rest, to
home, sweet home. A
SISTER
Thompson, Catherine Thompson nee Scott
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 9, 1893
QUARRY—Died--Mrs. Catherine Scott Thompson, on February 19,
1893. Interment at Hopewell cemetery on the 21st.
Funeral services conducted by Rev. H. C. Parker.
Mrs. Thompson was born in Guernsey county,
September 12, 1823; was married to James Thompson, September 14, 1843.
She joined the M. E, church when quite a young girl and
lived a consistent member of church for over fifty-eight years.
A few days before she died she said, “I have been a long
while getting ready and now if the time has come, I am ready to go.”
She was the mother of nine children, five of whom survive
her.
Thonen, Mary Thonen
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 28, 1893
Mrs. Mary Thonen, widow of David Thonen, died December 19, of old age.
She was born in 1805 in Sannen Canton Berne, Switzerland, and removed to America in
1833.
From that time on she had resided in Ohio township, Monroe county, Ohio.
Six children are left to mourn her departure, three having
preceded her. She has fifty-nine grandchildren and forty great-grandchildren
living.
She had been a member of the Evangelical church at Mt. Zion
for over fifty years, and was noted far and wide for her many good traits of
character.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.J. Bodner; interment at Mt. Zion cemetery December 22.
Tilton, William Tilton
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 16, 1893
William Tilton, the oldest person in southeastern Ohio, if
not in the state, died at his home in Dexter City last week of diseases
incident of old age.
He was born July 14, 1790. He has been in excellent health
until the past few weeks.
Troy, Charles V. Troy
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 25, 1893
Charles V. Troy of Clarington died on Saturday evening of
last week. His ailment was
typhoid fever.
Troy, Rebecca Troy
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 14, 1893
Mrs. Rebecca Troy died on Saturday night of flux, and was
buried Monday.
It was a large funeral. The discourse was preached by Rev.
Mr. Manley, pastor of the M. E. church, of which she was a faithful exemplary
member.
(Submitters Notes—Source:
Monroe County Death records
Book 2--Date of death: September 13, 1893 Age: 60Years, 10 months, 26 days)
Truax, Cyrus S. Truax 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 30, 1893
It has been learned that the death of Cyrus S. Truax, whose death occurred at Nocatur,
Kans. and whose body was brought to Beallsville for interment was caused by his
being sandbagged in St. Joseph, Mo.
He had been living some time with a gentleman who removed
to Kansas. Truax remained about the old place for a
time but his former employer wrote him to come to his new home in Kansas. He
concluded to go and while on his way there, passing through St. Joe, he was
sandbagged and robbed of his watch and $160. When he recovered from the effects
of the sandbagging, he went on and reaching Norcatur,
told of his frightful experience.
The effects of the attack were soon more pronounced and the
next day he died. His murderers will probably never be known.
Truax, Cyrus S. Truax
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 23, 1893
Cyrus S. Truax, who formerly
lived at Beallsville, died in Kansas last week, and his remains were brought to
Beallsville for burial.
Truex, Sed Truex 3rd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 30, 1893
Sed Truex,
who was brought here from St. Joe, was buried in the cemetery last Wednesday.
Rev. Sedgwick of Martins Ferry came with the funeral from Bellaire and preached
one of the finest funeral sermons we ever heard.
The circumstances surrounding his death are reliably
learned to be as follows: He was walking the streets one evening and was
sandbagged and robbed of $165 and a gold watch. Death resulted from concussion
of the brain.
Mr. Truex was raised here and was
highly esteemed. His parents and numerous friends have our sympathy in their
affliction.
Van Keuren, Lizzie Van Keuren
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 3, 1893
Lizzie, the ten year-old daughter of Charles Van Keuren, a hotel keeper of Wheeling, was burned to death
near Bridgeport last Friday. She was making a fire of leaves in the woods when
her dress caught fire. She was burned to a crisp.
Walton, Mattie I. Walton nee Willison 2nd obit
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 2, 1893
The sad news of the death of Mrs. Mattie I. Walton, wife of
Dr. James C. Walton, formerly of Woodsfield but now of New Cumberland, W. Va.,
was received at Edwina October 25, and was a great shock to her many relatives
and friends. Her death was very sudden and unexpected—causing the shock to be
greater—being sick but four days.
The deceased was the daughter of Jacob and Margaret E. Willison, and at the time of her death, October 24, 1893
was only 25 years, 10 months and 20 days old. It seems rather hard to give up
one so young, so good, so kind, so loving and so gentle. It seems that she was
called away just as her good work and usefulness had begun. She was a dutiful
and obedient daughter, and a kind, loving and affectionate wife. As a
schoolmate, she was always sociable, and as a neighbor, ever obliging. Her
hands that now lie still and motionless forever were always ready and willing
to administer to the wants of the sick and afflicted. No one ever associated
with her but must say they were bettered by the association. She was ever
willing to let her light so shine that others seeing her good work might
glorify God.
She became a member of the Christian church when she was
but sixteen years of age and ever after she lived a consistent member-doing
unto others as she would that others should do unto her. Her whole life was a
noble one, full of good deeds, and a worthy example. Blessed are they that die
in peace.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. D. W. Harkins,
of Woodsfield, assisted by Rev. Mr. Barker of Hartshorn.
The services were held at her father’s residence October 26, and a very
interesting sermon was delivered by Rev. Mr. Harkins, after reading portions of
the 30th divisions of Psalms, 19th chapter of Job, and 14th
chapter of Revelations. After the above reading he quoted as appropriate
quotations and from which he spoke: “He that believeth in me though he were
dead, yet shall he live again; and, he that liveth
and believeth in me shall never die.” After the ritual services the inanimate
form was removed to the Barber cemetery where it was laid to rest, mourned by
friends and relatives.
She leaves a husband, a sweet little babe only 18 months
old, a father, mother, two brothers and a sister, besides many relatives and
innumerable friends to mourn her departure. The bereaved have the sympathy of
the entire community in this their sad bereavement. We must not too deeply
mourn our loss, for our loss is her eternal gain. She has bu
gone over the cold tidal wave of death to eternal life there to dwell with
Christ and that angelic babe which preceded her but a short time. Our sorrow
seems hard to bear but let us console ourselves with the thought that at no
distant day we will join her at God’s right hand in Heaven.
“Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the
morning.”
E.A.EVERSON
Walton, Mrs. George Walton
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 19, 1893
On Sunday last the widow of George Walton deceased, a very
aged lady, who died at the residence of her son-in-law, a Mr. Ross, at
Wellsburg, W.Va., was brought here to her daughter’s, Mrs. Tice, who lives up
Goodhue’s run, and buried yesterday at the Walton cemetery.
The sermon was preached by Rev. J. B. Manley and was very
appropriate. It was noticeable that more persons attended this funeral than
ordinarily.
The pall bearers were, B.R. Mallory, esq.,
Wesley Brague, Frederick Stephen, Jacob T. Morrill
and Valentine Schneider.
Walton, Mrs. James C. Walton nee Willison
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 26, 1893
Mrs. Dr. James C. Walton of New Cumberland, W.Va., formerly
of Woodsfield, died Wednesday morning of this week. The remains will arrive
here on the noon train Thursday. I
Interment
in the Woodsfield cemetery.
The cause of her death is unknown. She was the daughter of
William Willison of Edwina, Ohio.
Whitaker, Young daughter Whitaker
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 7, 1893
A daughter of a Mr. Whitaker, living the first place above
the mouth of Fish creek, died recently and was buried Sunday. Some thirty years
old and resided in Wheeling.
Williams, Rebecca Williams
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 30, 1893
Mrs. Rebecca Williams, who has called to leave this world
October 19, 1893, was born in Belmont County, Ohio, July 1, 1811.
She was united in marriage to Moses Williams August 25,
1831. To this union was born eight children, four sons and four daughters. Five
of these with father and mother have passed down through the valley and shadow of death.
Mrs. Williams was a member of the Christian church for 59
years, living and dying believing in Jesus.
The old home being broken up she made her home with her
daughter, Mrs. Amanda Morrow. She leaves many relatives and neighbors who will
ever remember that in times of sickness and affliction she was ever ready to
lend a helping hand.
Farewell, conflicting hopes and fears,
Where lights and shades alternate dwell;
How bright the unchanging morn appears!
Farewell, inconstant world farewell!.
Wilson, H. G. Wilson
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 16, 1893
The body of H. G. Wilson , the
defaulting Bellaire treasurer, was found back of Wheeling last week, where he
had committed suicide. It was supposed the body had lain out for probably a
month, but it was well preserved, owing to the recent cold weather.
Wilson, Martin Wilson
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 21, 1893
Martin Wilson, a former well known citizen of Summerfield,
where he still has a number of relatives, was murdered at his home in Kansas a
week or so ago.
He had hired a boy to assist in threshing, and in the
evening gave the boy 50 cents, the agreed price. The boy wanted a quarter more,
which was refused. The next day the boy and his father put in an appearance in
Mr. Wilson’s corn-field, armed with corn-cutters, and attacked Wilson and his
son Dode, murdering the father and badly injuring the
son.
Yost, Joel Yost
Source: Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 21, 1893
Joel Yost was born at Martin’s Ferry, Ohio, October 26,
1808, and died at his home near Clarington, December 3, 1893.
His early life was spent near his birthplace—at the little
village of Burlington. His father, Robert Yost, served in the war of 1812 and
died when his son Joel was sixteen years of age, leaving him with his mother to
care for a large family of brothers and sisters.
In 1833 he was married to Nancy Walton, who died eight
years ago. They had a family of eleven children of whom four sons and three
daughters are still living.
During the active years of his life he filled a number of
offices of public trust. Was trustee of his township for a number of years; was
county commissioner for two terms; was representative in the state legislature
during the years 1845 and 1846; and was appointed draft commissioner by
President Lincoln in 1863.
He had been a subscriber to THE SPIRIT OF DEMOCRACY from
the time it was established.
He was a man of the strictest integrity, upright and
honorable in all his dealings.
He was laid to rest in the old Walton cemetery which has
been the burial place of the family for years. The funeral services were
conducted by Rev. Mr. Manley of the M. E. church. W.
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