Obituaries

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D. C. · Jun 8, 1905

Kivett.—Died at the home of her parents, near Cedar Grove, Tenn., April 18, 1905, of consumption, Sister Lee Kivett, wife of J. D. Kivett, and daughter of John and Josie Kelly, aged 23 years and 3 months. Sister Kivett accepted the third angel’s message under Brother Hagle’s labors. She left a babe four months old. Wm. J. Keele.

McGee.—Died in Beaverton, Ore., May 6, 1905, of a complication of diseases, James M. McGee, aged 69 years, 2 months, and 5 days. Brother McGee was a devoted husband, a good neighbor, a strict Sabbath-keeper, and looked gladly for the near approach of our coming King. He died in full hope of a glorious resurrection. He leaves no kindred but a loving and sorrowing wife, who is also looking for the consolation of Israel and a happy reunion. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. R. D. Benham.

Kloss.—Died at Takoma Park, Washington, D. C., of whooping-cough, May 14, 1905, Paul, infant son of Brother and Sister J. Kloss. Little Paul was only four weeks old when the last enemy, death, claimed him, and the little life ceased. Although he was so young, a great loss is felt in the home and hearts of the parents. Words of comfort and hope were spoken from Jer. 31:15-17. W. S. Hyatt.

Wood.—Died at Edgar, Neb., May 9, 1905, Sister Sharlott Wood, aged 82 years, 7 months, and 25 days. When young, she was a member of the M. E. Church. Last summer she accepted present truth under the labors of O. E. Jones and O. A. Hall. Her faith was strong when she fell asleep in Jesus. The funeral service was conducted by the writer at the home; text, 2 Tim. 4:6-8. Geo. H. Smith.

Hathaway.—Died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bert Allen, near Black Creek, N. Y., May 10, 1905, of heart failure, Brother John Hathaway, aged 70 years. He had been a firm believer in the soon coming of our Saviour for the last fifteen years, and his heart and home were always open to those of like precious faith. We miss him, but he sleeps in Jesus. Funeral sermon was preached by Rev. L. D. Cook (M. E. Church); text, John 11:25. H. L. Newman.

Nickel.—Died at Santa Ana, Cal., April 7, 1905, of appendicitis, T. A. Nickel, aged 39 years and 5 months. Brother Nickel united with the Adventist Church in his youth, remaining a member until his death. A wife and seven children are left to mourn. A large company of neighbors and friends attended the funeral services, at which the writer presented the evidence and value of the faith and hope that sustained Brother Nickel till the last moment of his life. W. M. Healey.

Gilbert.—Died in Tulsa, I. T., March 31, 1905, U. C. Gilbert, aged 52 years, 8 months, and 16 days. In his early years he united with the Christian Church. About one year ago he became interested in the coming of the Lord, and in September, 1904, he was baptized, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Oklahoma City, where the funeral service was held April 2. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Job 14:14. He died in full hope of the soon-coming Lord. A. E. Field.

Carr.—Died at his home in North Calais, Vt., April 28, 1905, Brother Jewett Carr, aged 71 years and 8 months. Brother Carr was converted in early life, and became a preacher among the First-day Adventists, continuing with them until twelve years ago, when he embraced the Sabbath and kindred truths, and with rejoicing did what he could to hold up the light of truth before others. He leaves three brothers, one sister, and two children to mourn his death. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. J. W. Watt.

Craig.—Died March 27, 1905, of pneumonia, Marilla S. Craig, aged 71 years. For nearly thirty years Sister Craig had been a member of the Parma, N. Y., Seventh-day Adventist church, and, with her husband, who died one year ago, had been actively engaged in whatever pertained to its interests. The prosperity of the cause of present truth was her joy; its enlargement her hope. An only son, Dr. C. S. Craig, is left to mourn. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Longwell (Baptist); text, Rev. 14:13. E. M. P.

Johnson.—Peacefully fell asleep at Boulder, Colo., April 3, 1905, my dear sister, Selma Johnson, on her twenty-fifth birthday. Alone we came from Sweden to America in 1896, aged ten and twelve years respectively. We were converted, began to observe the Sabbath, were baptized, and joined the church in Youngsville, Pa., and later canvassed together for “Prophecies of Jesus.” In the summer of 1897 we went to Battle Creek, to enter the nurses’ course. Being so young, she could not join the class until 1900, when, after remaining a member of the class for seven months, her health failed. She was fully resigned to the Lord’s will. Her parents, three sisters, and five brothers long for the time when we shall meet her “in a better land.” Mrs. Aug. Anderson.

Wilds.—Died at his home in College View, Neb., May 5, 1905, Joseph Warren Wilds, aged 63 years and 4 months. He came to the Nebraska Sanitarium at College View, three years ago, very ill and feeble. He was greatly improved in health, and was converted to God. He fully embraced the third angel’s message, was baptized and united with the College View church. He leaves a wife, two daughters, and three sons. He now sleeps at Anok, Kan. The funeral sermon was delivered by the writer; text, Job 3:17. Daniel Nettleton.

Seal.—Fell asleep in Jesus at Verndale, Minn., May 6, 1905, my dear mother, Helen Frances Seal, aged 63 years, 3 months, and 22 days. She became a Christian under the labors of Elders Curtis and Cady, and joined the church Sept. 2, 1889. At the time of her death she was superintendent of the Sabbath-school, also mission secretary for the church. She leaves a husband, three sons, and three daughters to mourn their loss, but not without hope. Rev. Parmeter (Methodist) spoke words of comfort at the funeral. Mrs. Mabel Merrill.

Harper.—George Harper was born in Erie County, Ohio, in July, 1836, and died near Laingsburg, Mich., April 30, 1905, of paralysis. In 1873 he was united in marriage to Alice M. Avery, who survives her husband. Mr. Harper, though making no open profession of religion, had great respect for the truth, for God and his Word, and in turn was highly respected by all who knew him. He was dearly loved by a large circle of relatives, to whom his death came as a shock. Two faithful sons are left to support their mother in her feeble health. G. C. Tenney.

Flint.—Died at her home in Long Beach, Cal., April 22, 1905, Jennie C. Flint, aged 47 years and 27 days. Sister Flint embraced the Sabbath and kindred truths when a young girl, and lived a devoted life, loved and esteemed by all who knew her. Her death was very sudden, supposed to be the result of heart-disease. She leaves a husband, two grown daughters, and a boy of twelve years to mourn their loss. The funeral service was held in the Methodist Church. Words of comfort were spoken from Job 14:14, showing that the resurrection is the only hope for those who fall asleep in Jesus. J. F. Ballenger.

Fletcher.—Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Tilden, Syracuse, N. Y., May 13, 1905, Harriett C., wife of Jas. R. Fletcher, aged 82 years. Her religious experience was mostly with the Adventist people, her hope being in the return of the Lord and the resurrection through him. She was ever thoughtful of the wants and comfort of others. Her death was caused by an asthmatic affection, resulting in great discomfort. At her funeral a small company of invited friends gave marked attention to a presentation of the hope of life. She is survived by a husband, children, and other relatives. S. B. Whitney.

Jones.—Died suddenly at Otsego, Mich., March 17, 1905, of heart failure, Harriet Jones, aged 78 years, 5 months, and 7 days. Sister Jones was born in New York, and came to Michigan with her parents when quite young, and settled where Detroit now stands. About 1854 she was converted, and joined the Seventh-day Adventist church at Jackson, Mich. In 1869 she came to Otsego, uniting with the Otsego church, and becoming one of its most honored burden-bearers. Four children survive her death. We laid her to rest March 19, after speaking words of comfort to those who are left to mourn. M. S. Burnham.