Obituaries

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D. C. · Mar 16, 1905

In loving memory of our dear daughter Gladys, who died in South Haven, Mich., March 16, 1904, aged 19 years and 1 month. “Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep.” C. D. and C. L. Hall.

Thompson.—Died at the James White Memorial Home, Feb. 16, 1905, William Thompson, aged 80 years. He accepted the advent message and was converted in 1889, at Wichita, Kan. He and his wife have resided at the James White Home for five years. He was a faithful, humble, devoted Christian. L. McCoy.

Brush.—Died in Fresno, Cal., Jan. 9, 1905, Brother Leander Brush, aged 66 years. December 23 his right leg was broken by a fall from a wagon, and amputation became necessary. He fell asleep with the blessed assurance of a part in the first resurrection. Words of comfort were spoken by Brethren Dart and Thurston, from Rev. 14:13. Mrs. M. E. Brush.

Meek.—Died at Ellsworth, Kan., Jan. 22, 1905, of heart failure, Sister Elizabeth Meek, aged 60 years and 9 days. For about eight years she has been a valued member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her death came very suddenly; but her parting words were an expression of trust in the Lord. A husband, one son, and three daughters survive her. B. E. Fullmer.

Beaman.—Died at the home of her son, at Sedalia, Mo., Feb. 9, 1905, of pneumonia, our dear mother, Mrs. S. A. Beaman. Mother accepted present truth about twenty years ago. During the last few years her time was devoted to spreading the message. She leaves a husband and four children to mourn her death. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder H. K. Willis. Mrs. Maud Kivet.

Lackey.—Died at the home of her son, at Traverse City, Mich., Mrs. Deborah Lackey, aged 66 years, 5 months, and 7 days. For forty-five years the truths of the third angel’s message have been precious to her. Although it has been her lot for several years to be an invalid, she bore her sufferings patiently. Two sons are left to mourn their loss. Funeral service was conducted by the writer. J. J. Irwin.

Bartlett.—Died at his home, near Willis, Mich., Jan. 18, 1905, after suffering for years with cancer of the eye, George W. Bartlett, aged 78 years. Brother Bartlett was one of the first members of the Willis church. He leaves an only daughter. Brief services were held at the Congregational church near his home; and he was laid to rest till the Master “shall come to be glorified in his saints, and to be admired in all them that believe.” M. Shepard.

Brintnalls.—Died at Dresden, Kan., Jan. 23, 1905, of cancer of the stomach, Mrs. Laura L. Brintnall, nee Odgers, aged 42 years, 7 months, and 1 day. She united with the Greenleaf Seventh-day Adventist church in 1887, and lived a consistent Christian life, falling asleep with perfect faith in the risen Saviour. A husband and nine children are left to mourn. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. W. L. Andrews (Baptist); text, 1 Thess. 4:14.

Ferguson.—Died at Olympia, Wash., Feb. 14, 1905, Henry Ferguson. Brother Ferguson was born in Illinois, Nov. 8, 1836. He accepted present truth eight years ago, under the labors of Elder J. L. Wilson. About three months ago he suffered a stroke of paralysis, and la grippe set in, causing his death. He leaves a wife and seven children. By his request the funeral text was John 11:25. Services were conducted by the writer. W. F. Martin.

Youmans.—Fell asleep in Jesus, at Mainard, Mo., Jan. 30, 1905, my dear father, John T. Youmans, aged 69 years, 8 months, and 9 days. He united with the Willow Springs (Mo.) church in 1895, and until death remained a faithful observer of the Bible Sabbath. He leaves a wife, two sons, and numerous friends and relatives to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken at the funeral by Mr. John Brown (Baptist). Frank Youmans.

Moris.—Died at her home, near Severy, Kan., Jan. 18, 1905, of consumption, Mrs. Nellie Moris, aged 26 years and 29 days. When about eight years of age, Sister Nellie was converted, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church of Severy. She was faithful till the day of her death. She leaves a companion, two stepchildren, an aged father, four brothers, three sisters, and a large number of friends to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken from 1 Thess. 4:18. G. A. Vance.

Huguley.—Died in Battle Creek, Mich., Feb. 20, 1905, three days after returning from Colorado, Daniel Huguley, aged 38 years. For two years he had been suffering with lung trouble, but the immediate cause of his death was heart weakness. He was a graduate nurse from the sanitarium training-school, and was held in the highest esteem by all who knew him. A devoted Christian who lived to serve others, he was greatly beloved and lamented by all. He accepted the Seventh-day Adventist faith in his youth, and his consistent, godly life attested his loyalty to its sacred principles. L. McCoy.

Fisher.—Died at the home of his father, Brother Rudolph Fisher, near Deshler, Ohio, Feb. 6, 1905, Lawrence Marion Fisher, aged 41 years, 4 months, and 15 days. About four years ago he suffered a severe attack of la grippe, which was followed by pulmonary trouble. He left the comforting assurance that all was right between him and his God. A father, mother, three brothers, and four sisters—one of whom is the wife of Elder H. H. Burkholder—are left to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Job 14:14 and Rom. 8:28. R. G. Patterson.

Coy.—Died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E. C. Cushman, on the school farm two miles southeast of Hemingford, Neb., Jan. 22, 1905, of pneumonia, John Coy, aged 76 years, 11 months, and 20 days. He was converted under the labors of Elders Snook and Brinkerhoof and also a faithful brother-in-law. He united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and remained a faithful member till death. He loved present truth, and looked forward to the time when God’s people will be gathered home. Words of comfort were spoken by G. A. Kirkle, from Rev. 14:13. E. C. Cushman.

Maddock.—Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Daniel Marrs, near Arrington, Kan., Feb. 6, 1905, Mrs. Susan Maddock, aged 88 years, 8 months, and 8 days. At the age of sixteen she united with the Baptist Church; for the last thirty years, however, she was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. For many years she was a constant sufferer, but was very patient, resigning all to the will of her Heavenly Father, in whom she had the utmost confidence. Her walk in life was such that commanded the most profound respect of all with whom she came in contact. The funeral service was held at the home. The remains were taken to Nebraska for interment.