Obituaries

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D.C. · Sep 5, 1912

NORTH.— Helen North was born in Denver, Colo., July 21, 1907, and died in Hutchinson, Kans., Aug. 18, 1912. Little Helen was an obedient child, and loved the Saviour. The Sabbath-school was one of her greatest pleasures. Her parents and little brother are left to mourn. The funeral services were conducted by the writer. N. T. SUTTON.

STECH.— Roscoe Floyd Stech was born at Hagerman, N. Mex., Oct. 18, 1899, and was drowned in the Willamette River, near Salem, Oregon, Aug. 9, 1912. He had crossed the river in a rowboat, and in stepping out at the landing slipped into the water. Roscoe was a faithful boy, happy and cheerful. He had always attended church-school, and could repeat many Bible verses. We believe he will come forth in the first resurrection. Words of comfort were spoken to a large circle of friends and relatives by the writer. C. F. FOLKENBERG.

LAWHEAD.— In Hillsdale, Mich., Aug. 5, 1912, Mrs. Cora W. Lawhead, aged 52 years, 2 months, and 26 days, fell asleep in Jesus. Cora Wright was born near Hillsdale, Mich., May 9, 1860. Her parents, John D. and Mattie Wright, were believers in the third angel's message, and the daughter was brought up in the faith. At the age of twelve years she was baptized and united with the church in Battle Creek, Mich. She completed her education at Battle Creek College and at the State normal school at Ypsilanti, Mich., from which she was graduated in 1879. After teaching five or six years in the public schools of Battle Creek, she became a member of the faculty of Battle Creek College in the winter of 1885-86. She was married to James W. Lawhead June 27, 1886, but continued her class work in the college until her husband was called to be principal of Union College, College View, Nebr. While he held that position, and later during the term of his presidency, Mrs. Lawhead was an efficient helper, both in the class-room and in administrative work. From 1896 to 1904 Professor Lawhead was the principal of Mount Vernon (Ohio) Academy, and from 1904 to 1907 he was president of the Washington Training College at Takoma Park, D. C., and during both periods Mrs. Lawhead shared her husband's labors and responsibilities. In 1908 Mrs. Lawhead suffered from a severe illness, which caused her friends considerable anxiety for some months; but her recovery seemed to be complete, and she continued in usual health until the fall of 1911, when some indications of cancer appeared. During the winter, this dread disease developed further, and in the early spring of the present year, an operation was performed by a skilful surgeon, which brought temporary relief, but the best medical skill was unable to effect a permanent cure. A few weeks before her death, she was taken to Hillsdale, Mich., where she could have the benefit of her mother's association and care. She made all preparations for the final change, knowing that it was near, and fell asleep with full trust in the Saviour, whom she had loved and served during all the years of her active life. She leaves a husband, two sons (Cecil aged 18 and Harold aged 13), a mother, and a sister (Mrs. S. N. Curtiss), besides many intimate friends in various places, all of whom hold her in affectionate remembrance. The funeral services were held on August 7, and she was laid to rest in the family lot near Hillsdale. Mrs. Lawhead's winning disposition endeared her to all who became acquainted with her, and through her sincere and consistent Christian life she exerted a helpful influence. Many a former student will remember her acts of kindness and her encouraging words. She rests in hope, and will awaken on the morning of the resurrection to greet again those who have here shared her joys and sorrows. Blessed sleep! W. W. PRESCOTT.