Elder Ira G. Bigelow

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jul 31, 1913

Elder Ira G. Bigelow

Obituaries

Elder Ira G. Bigelow

In the year 1895, Ira G. Bigelow, together with his twin brother, Isaac, accepted the truth at Indianapolis. Their earnest zeal was marked from the beginning. They were compelled to give up lucrative positions in order to keep the Sabbath, which they did readily. Brother Ira Bigelow soon entered the canvassing work as a colporteur. Later he acted as field agent in the West Pennsylvania Conference, and then served in the same capacity for the Columbia Union Conference, also carrying the work of union missionary secretary and secretary of the young people's department. As an ordained minister, he was able to serve these positions in double capacity.

About one year ago he was compelled to drop some of his active work on account of sickness. Pellagra soon manifested itself; and, although every attention was given by specialists and others, the disease could not be stopped. In the hope that a colder climate might be helpful, he went to Fitch Bay, Quebec, where, excepting for the company of his wife, he was entirely among strangers. Although a stranger, he found kind friends among brethren and others and everything possible was done for his comfort and relief. He died at the home of Sister Euretta Rickard, July 1, 1913, at the age of 45 years, 3 months, and 14 days. His brother Isaac was summoned, but reached the place only in time for the funeral. Elder W. J. Tanner gave the sermon.

Brother Bigelow was married to Cora E. Heath in 1891. She accepted the truth soon after her husband did, and with him has led a consistent and godly life. She feels her loss, but has the assurance of seeing him again. Many friends will join in Christian sympathy with her and Brother Isaac Bigelow. L. A. HANSEN.

WOODHOUSE.—Neva Minerva Adams was born at Yerba Buena Island, San Francisco, Cal., July 17, 1894. She was converted at the age of twelve years, while attending Prof. B. L. Howe's school in San Francisco, and was baptized, uniting with the church in that city. On Feb. 10, 1913, she was married to John Woodhouse at San Jose, Cal., and died June 30, 1913, at Providence Hospital, Oakland. Her companion, parents, two sisters, and one brother survive. B. E. BEDDOE.

WILLIAMS.—Sarah Margaret Williams was born in Hardin County, Ohio, Oct. 20, 1846, and died in Loma Linda, Cal., June 26, 1913, aged 66 years, 8 months, and 6 days. Her home was in Ohio until 1911, when with her husband she came to California. Sister Williams was led into the light of present truth through the labors of Elder P. C. Shockey, and remained loyal to the message until her death. Although suffering much during the last six months of her life, she was always patient and thoughtful of those about her. A husband, two sons, one brother, and one sister are the surviving relatives. A lesson of comfort and assurance was drawn from Job 14:10-15. CLARENCE SAWYER.

WILLIAMS.—Sarah Agness Williams, of Powder Mills, Ky., was born in Hart County, Kentucky, April 17, 1835, and died at her home June 8, 1913, aged 78 years, 1 month, and 22 days. In the winter of 1875 she attended a series of meetings conducted by Elder S. Osborn, and with her husband became convinced of present truth. She united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, remaining a faithful member until her death. On May 21, 1857 the deceased was united in marriage with P. A. Williams. Six children were born to them. She was a devoted mother, and a kind, affectionate wife. Although a great sufferer during her last sickness she bore all with Christian fortitude, and sleeps in Jesus until the resurrection morning. Her aged husband, three daughters, two brothers, and two sisters survive. P. A. WILLIAMS.

BISHOP.—Mary Evelyn Bishop, youngest daughter of Brother and Sister Bishop, of Asheville, N. C., died July 10, 1913, aged 3 years, 10 months, and 19 days. She suffered much during the last days of her life, but manifested the utmost patience. She was a general favorite and an obedient child, and will be missed from the Oak Grove Sabbath-school, of which she was a charter member. The parents and two sisters survive. J. S. KILLEN.

NEWTON.—Sarah Elizabeth, daughter of William and Maria Lafferty, was born near Pricetown, Ohio, Oct. 22, 1847. On Sept. 1, 1867, she was united in marriage with Thomas Newton. In 1892, she attended a series of meetings conducted by Elders J. W. and W. L. Iles and gladly accepted the light of present truth. She was an earnest Christian, and always anxious to tell others of the truth she loved. Sister Newton fell asleep in Jesus May 8, 1913, aged 65 years, 6 months, and 16 days. Six of her thirteen children, with their father, survive. The funeral service was conducted by the pastor of the Disciple Church. HATTIE MOUNT.

TURNER.—J. M. TURNER was born in Barron County, Kentucky, March 26, 1835, and died June 15, 1913, aged 78 years, 2 months, and 19 days. When twenty-one years old he was united in marriage with Martha N. Nunn. To this union were born nine children, five of whom, with the wife and mother, survive. In 1883 the deceased united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, of which he remained a faithful member until his death. He was a man highly esteemed by all who knew him. We laid him to rest until the Life-giver comes to claim his own. Elder E. E. Farnsworth conducted the funeral service. W. H. TURNER.

DEVEREAUX.—J. W. DEVEREAUX was born at Chautauqua, N. Y., in 1831, and died at North Yakima, Wash., May 2, 1913, aged 82 years, 9 months, and 27 days. For the last few years of his life father made his home in Mountain View, Mo., but desiring to be near his children, came to Washington, arriving at our home May 1, 1913. The following day he fell asleep in Jesus. He will be remembered as a pioneer in this message. For years he lived in Minnesota and South Dakota, and his home was always open to our ministers and workers. His wife and ten children mourn the loss of a kind, loving husband and father. MRS. A. R. STARR.