Obituaries

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D. C. · Sep 7, 1905

NEWTON.—Died July 27, 1905, Martha Newton, aged 72 years, 5 months, and 18 days. She was born in England, and soon after her marriage came to the United States. She resided in Ticonic, Iowa, for about thirty years, with the exception of two years recently spent in Oregon. She united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church about twenty-three years ago, and from that time was one of the most faithful members of the Smithland church. She rests in hope. A hundred and six children remain to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from 2 Cor. 1:3, 4. J. C. CLEMENS.

WHITE.—Died at his home in Fultonville, N. Y., Aug. 8, 1905, of stomach and bowel trouble, Lester W. White, aged 57 years and 6 months. He always stood firmly for the truth since first accepting it in 1877 at Jamaica, Vt., when Elder Orcutt was laboring there, and was ever a loyal supporter of the cause by his influence, efforts, and means. For many years he was elder of the Jamaica church. His hope had grown brighter as the Saviour’s coming drew nearer. We believe he sleeps in Jesus. A wife and three daughters and other relatives are now looking forward to the day of reunion. Sermon by the local Methodist pastor. J. G. WHITE.

POGUE.—Died at Feeley, Minn., Aug. 1, 1905, Mrs. Florence J. Pogue, wife of Jasper M. Pogue. She met her death by drowning while crossing the Swan River in a boat in company with four others, three of whom went down to a watery grave. The deceased was born on Bermuda Islands, Aug. 27, 1870. She lived there till womanhood, coming to the United States with her husband in 1897. She accepted present truth at Sunrise, Minn., and remained faithful until her death. For some time before her death, the Lord had been giving her experiences which seemed to fit her for her sudden and unexpected end. She leaves a husband, four children, a mother, brothers, and sisters, and a large circle of friends to mourn their loss. We believe she sleeps in Jesus. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from John 11:23-25. J. F. POGUE.

McELROY.—Died at the Knowlton Sanitarium, Knowlton, Quebec, Aug. 6, 1905, of appendicitis and pneumonia, Mildred E. McElroy, daughter of Frederick W. and Ella T. McElroy, aged 18 years, 1 month, and 21 days. Sister McElroy had nearly finished the first year of the nurses’ course, and her earnest desire was to be fitted for some place in the Master’s cause. Diligent and faithful in all her work, she was loved by all, and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn. The funeral service was conducted by the writer in the M. E. church at West Bolton; text, Jer. 31:17. S. A. FARNSWORTH.

NICHOLS.—Died at Milton, Ore., March 21, 1905, Mrs. Sarah Nichols, wife of Wm. Nichols, aged 50 years, 9 months, and 27 days. Sister Nichols was born in Canada, and while young crossed the plains with her parents and others who were seeking a home in the West. She was a member of the church at Milton, where she acted an important part in church and Sabbath-school work. She leaves a husband, five sons, and one daughter to mourn, but they look forward to the time when they will meet her in the morning of the resurrection. Elder W. F. Martin assisted at the funeral, which was attended by a large number of friends and neighbors. A. J. BREED.

MILLER.—Fell asleep in Jesus, at Vancouver, Wash., Aug. 7, 1905, Gertrude Miller, aged 47 years, 4 months, and 16 days. Sister Miller accepted present truth in 1895. Her home was in Friend, Ore., but being a great sufferer, she went to the sanitarium at Vancouver. The doctor gave her but little encouragement of surviving the operation, which seemed the only hope of relief; she preferred to run the chances, and went to the operating-table singing a hymn; two days later she died of exhaustion. A husband, three small children, and four stepchildren are left to mourn their loss. The funeral was held at the home, and was conducted by D. S. Wheeler and the writer; texts, Rev. 14:13; 1 Thess. 4:14. F. M. SMITH.

GREY.—Died in New York City, July 7, 1905, of Bright’s disease, Mrs. Mary Minerva Grey, aged 44 years, 7 months, and 8 days. At an early age Sister Grey was converted, and joined one of the prominent denominations of the city. Being of an exceedingly conscientious disposition, she gladly accepted the teachings of present truth as soon as the light shone upon her pathway, and for six years was a faithful member of New York City church No. 1. Her husband and two children deeply mourn, but not as those without a glorious hope beyond the grave. Her last words to her sorrowing children were given in a whisper, “My grace is sufficient for thee.” The funeral service was conducted at the home by the writer. C. H. EDWARDS.

AVERY.—Died at the home of his son, James Avery, near Morrice, Mich., Aug. 19, 1905, Brother J. M. Avery. He was born in Essex County, New York, in 1821. He came to Michigan in 1835 when the State was very new, and lived continuously in the neighborhood where he first settled, and where he died. With his wife he embraced the faith of Seventh-day Adventists more than fifty years ago, and they have ever remained faithful to the light then given them. Father Avery left a wife and five children, who sorrow, but not as those who have no hope. He left that which was of the greatest value, the heritage of a godly life and example, a record for kindness and faithfulness in all the relations of life. His work was well done, and he went down under the infirmities of old age. A large number of neighbors and friends were present at the funeral, when comfort was drawn from the words, “Be not afraid, only believe.” G. C. TENNEY.