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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Apr 29, 1909

Obituaries

ROGERS.—Maurace, son of E. C. and Edna Rogers, was born at Oak Level, Ala., Dec. 25, 1907, and died of diphtheria at College Place, Wash., Jan. 10, 1909, aged one year and fifteen days. At a later date words of comfort were spoken in the college chapel by Elder W. B. White, assisted by Elder O. A. Johnson. Brother and Sister Rogers hope to meet their loved one at the coming of Jesus. OSCAR HILL.

WORDEN.—Died at her home in Burt, N. Y., Jan. 29, 1909, of pneumonia, Mrs. Joseph Worden. She was born Feb. 24, 1865. About twenty-five years ago she accepted the truths of the Bible for this time, and has ever since lived in the blessed hope. A husband and four children mourn their loss, but with a bright hope. The funeral was held at the home, remarks being made by the writer. H. W. CARR.

JOHNSON.—Died at Portland, Ore., April 3, 1909, Mrs. Louise Johnson, née Debord, aged forty-one years. When quite young, she gave her heart to God and joined the church. She has been an active worker in the church, serving in the capacity of clerk, organist, and teacher in the Sabbath-school. She leaves a husband, three children, and other near relatives to mourn their loss. A large congregation listened to words of comfort spoken by the writer. Job 14:14 and kindred texts were the basis of the discourse. W. F. MARTIN.

COE.—Died at Portland, Ore., March 31, 1909, of old age and general disability, Mrs. Elizabeth F. Coe, aged eighty-six years. Sister Coe was born in Ohio, April 27, 1823. She was married to Mr. Davies. Seven children were born to them, four of whom are now living. After the death of her first husband, she remained a widow until 1877, when she was married to Dr. Coe, who died in 1894. In 1884 she accepted the truths of the third angel’s message under the labors of Elders W. M. Healey and H. A. St. John. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Isa. 61:1-3. W. F. MARTIN.

WARREN.—Brother W. H. Warren was born Aug. 24, 1846, in Stoddard County, Missouri, and died at Cottage Home, Ill., Nov. 24, 1908, being sixty-two years and three months old at his demise. Brother Warren became a Christian early in life, and united with the Missionary Baptist Church, where he remained a member in good standing until he united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church about fifteen years ago. During these last years, Brother Warren was especially active in his Christian experience, and through difficulties and vicissitudes remained faithful to every church duty. He died in the blessed hope. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Rev. 14:13, to a large audience of relatives and friends. W. C. DALBEY.

TRUITT.—Julia Pearl Truitt, of Guthrie, Okla., was born Nov. 20, 1903; died Feb. 1, 1909. Her death resulted from the after-effects of diphtheria. She was a sweet child, and her mind seemed to dwell on heavenly things, especially after the death of her sister Grace, Nov. 17, 1908. We laid her to rest in the Summit View Cemetery, to await the Master’s call, when he shall take these little ones and place them in the arms of their parents. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Isa. 49:25, last clause. R. B. COBERLY.

DENNIS.—Died March 25, 1909, at Atlanta, Ga., of a complication of diseases, Sister Mattie E. Dennis, aged 59 years, 1 month, and 11 days. She joined the Baptist Church at the age of thirteen. Fourteen years ago she embraced present truth, and was ever a devoted and faithful member of the Montgomery, Ala., Seventh-day Adventist church, until stricken down several months ago by nervous prostration. Her life was one of unselfish devotion to the Lord’s work, and to the happiness of others. Two brothers, one sister, and a nephew remain in the family circle, but they sorrow in hope. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. W. C. WALES.

NIELSON.—Martin Nielson, eldest son of Elder Lars Nielson, was born Aug. 12, 1890; died suddenly of heart failure on March 28, 1909, aged 18 years, 7 months, 16 days. While in attendance at the Sheyenne River Academy, Harvey, N. D., he was converted and began the service of the Master, in December, 1908. He was of a sympathetic character, and was always quick to see the need of others, and to lend assistance when possible. He was attending the canvassers’ institute at the time of his death, expecting to canvass for “Great Controversy,” during the summer, attend school again in the winter, and when prepared, enter the ministry. His parents, one brother, one sister, and many friends mourn their loss. The funeral was held at the academy chapel, March 30. Comfort and instruction were drawn from Isa. 61:1-3 and Rev. 1:18, by the writer. N. W. LAWRENCE.

DONALDSON.—Elizabeth P. Lyman was born at Cuba, N. Y., Nov. 5, 1844. At the age of eighteen years she was married to George W. Donaldson, and soon after they moved to Michigan. She accepted the third angel’s message about nineteen years ago, under the labors of Elder J. L. Edgar and others, and was one of the charter members of the Kent City Seventh-day Adventist church, organized at that time, and of which she remained a faithful and honored member until her decease. Grief over the loss of her only daughter three years ago, and of her husband two years later, evidently hastened her death, which occurred March 26, 1909. She leaves a brother and his family and a few other relatives to mourn their loss. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. F. E. George (Methodist), in whose church they were held, assisted by Elder R. C. Horton and the writer. A. SMITH.

BAXTER.—Elizabeth Baxter, wife of Samuel Baxter, was born at Stanley, York County, New Brunswick, July 7, 1867. She came to Fredericton when fourteen years old, and was married in 1891. To this union was born one daughter. Our departed sister united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, under the labors of Elder W. A. Andrews, about seven years ago, and continued faithful to the end. She died of tuberculosis, March 31, 1909, after a lingering illness of five months. She leaves behind a kind husband and loving daughter, as well as many relatives. Our little church will feel the loss of Sister Baxter, for she was always active. She had reached the age of 41 years, 7 months, and 24 days. The funeral was held at her home, and was conducted by the writer, assisted by Brother Rideout, the Baptist minister of the place. It was attended by a large company of sympathizing friends and relatives. J. O. MILLER.

McCAMISH.—Mrs. Effie McCamish was born Jan. 10, 1886, in Williamson County, Illinois. She was converted at the age of thirteen, and united with the Baptist Church; later she united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, where she had an especially rich Christian experience, remaining faithful until her death, Nov. 24, 1908. Her age at death was 22 years, 10 months, and 24 days. Sister McCamish died of a complication of diseases, ending in tuberculosis. At times her afflictions caused severe pain, but she bore all with Christian patience. Her neighbors said, “Truly we laid away a true Christian.” She sleeps in Jesus. Words of comfort and cheer were spoken by the writer, from 1 Thess. 4:13, to one of the largest audiences it has ever been his lot to witness at a funeral. W. C. D.

HARTGROVE.—Franklin Hartgrove was born in Carroll County, Ohio, Dec. 1, 1859; and died of diabetes at his home in Hartgrove, Mich., March 28, 1909, aged 49 years, 3 months, and 27 days. He was married to Miss Nellie Struble, and to this union were born one son and two daughters. He was loved by all who knew him. His kind and generous disposition was manifested in a marked degree in supplying the needs of the suffering poor, who were never turned from his door. A wife, three children, father, two brothers, and three sisters, besides many other relatives and friends, survive to mourn their loss; but they sorrow not as they which have no hope. He was brought to Isabella County for burial. Funeral was held in the Chippewa Methodist Episcopal church, words of comfort being spoken by the writer, from 1 Cor. 15:26. W. C. HEDNER.

EDGERTON.—Died near Grass Creek, Ind., April 3, 1909, of cancer of the bowels, Brother Charles F. Edgerton, aged 31 years, 8 months, and 20 days. He had been a sufferer for more than a year, but never manifested any other spirit than that of patience and trust, and although he desired to live and work for God, he was resigned to his Heavenly Father’s will. He united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Grass Creek, Ind., in the month of January, 1909, during a series of meetings conducted by the writer. As he had taught several terms in the public schools in the vicinity of Grass Creek, he therefore leaves behind a host of loving pupils and fellow teachers. A father, mother, three sisters, and many sympathizing friends mourn their loss. The many floral gifts with which his casket was adorned, showed the high esteem in which he was held by his pupils, fellow teachers, and others. The funeral services were conducted by the writer, the text being 1 Cor. 15:19. J. M. ELLIS.

JANNEY.—Died of heart trouble and dropsy, at Neosho, Mo., April 9, 1909, William Janney, aged 74 years, 3 months, 1 day. The deceased was born and raised in the State of Ohio; removed to Carthage, Mo., in 1867, and from there to Sedgewick County, Kansas, in 1883, and thence returned to Missouri in 1900. His parents were of Friend-Quaker descent, to which belief he held until the year 1887, when he accepted present truth, which he received through some tracts. He joined the Seventh-day Adventist church at Wichita, Kan., of which he was a member for several years. After returning to Missouri, he did not identify himself with any church; for we were isolated, being the only family of the Adventist faith in the vicinity. He was a firm believer in the advent message to the last. Although he was not an active worker in the cause himself, he gave liberally of his means to send others to proclaim the message. He often expressed his desire to live until Jesus comes; but the Lord knoweth best. Without a murmur, and fully trusting, he fell peacefully asleep in Jesus. He was a kind and loving husband and father. He leaves a wife, a son, an adopted daughter, one brother, and one sister to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder W. H. Brown, of Joplin, Mo. MRS. S. A. JANNEY.