Obituaries

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D. C. · Mar 30, 1911

ESKEW.—Brother Samuel Eskew, born Jan. 25, 1834, died at his home near Leach, Tenn., Dec. 12, 1910. When the third angel's message was first preached in Tennessee, about twenty-five years ago, he and his companion accepted it, and became members of the first church organized in this State. They have both been faithful. The aged wife is left to mourn the loss of a devoted husband. Brother Eskew was buried in the new church cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by Elder C. F. Parmele. Wm. J. Keele.

KING.—Died at his home near Williamsfield, Ill., Brother James King, in the eighty-third year of his age. Nearly forty years ago Brother and Sister King accepted present truth. He is survived by his wife and four children. During the Civil War, Brother King served his country faithfully, and the same faithfulness that he manifested in following the flag was shown in his later life. The funeral, which was largely attended, was held in the Methodist Episcopal church in Williamsfield, and was conducted by the writer, assisted by the Methodist minister. Text, Rev. 14:13. He was buried by his comrades of the G. A. R. L. D. Santee.

WEST.—Margaret Everett, born at New Lisbon, Ohio, March 21, 1831, died at the home of her granddaughter in Blue Mound, Kan., March 2, 1911, aged 79 years, 11 months, and 19 days. She was married to George S. West, March 27, 1852, and to this union six children were born. The husband and five sons having departed this life, only one child survives, together with other relatives and many friends, to mourn. Sister West was converted when about twenty-two years old, and later accepted the truth of the third angel's message, to which she has strictly adhered. Isa. 3:10 was selected by her as the text to be used at her funeral, which was held in the Baptist church at Blue Mound, Kan. S. S. Odell.

MORTENSEN.—Brother Jens Mortensen was born in Denmark, Feb. 27, 1827, and died at Monitor, Ore., March 7, 1911, in the eighty-fifth year of his age. In 1858 he was united in marriage to Miss Karin Olsen. To this union twelve children were born, ten of whom, with his wife, survive him. Brother Mortensen left Denmark with his family in 1865, settling in Racine County, Wisconsin. Four years later he went to Minnesota, where he resided until 1897, when he moved to Oregon. In 1872 he heard and accepted present truth. On his arrival in Oregon he joined the Monitor church, where he continued as a member until his death. Our brother loved the message of the soon-coming Saviour, and fell asleep in the hope given thereby. We laid him to rest to await the call of the Archangel. P. A. Hanson.

WAITE.—The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Waite, as well as the entire community, were inexpressibly shocked and saddened by the terrible accident which resulted in the death, by drowning, of the husband and father, together with his only son, near their home in Gobleville, Mich. The father lost his life in endeavoring to rescue his son. Clarence W. Waite was born in Bloomingdale, Mich., Aug. 28, 1878, and was therefore 32 years, 6 months, and 5 days old at the time of his death. Little Clyde was seven years and two months old. The stricken wife and mother is left with one child. Her comfort in this great bereavement is found in the promises of God. An aged mother, one brother, and five sisters, the father, mother, and brother of the stricken wife, and a wide circle of relatives and friends, feel most keenly their loss. The funeral, which was largely attended, was held from the Methodist Episcopal church, the pastor, Rev. J. T. Cavers, kindly assisting. Words of comfort were spoken from Rev. 21:3, 4, and father and son were laid side by side in the same grave to await the call of the Life-giver. Clifford A. Russell.

KNIGHT.—Rhoda Coate was born near Greenville, Ohio, Nov. 28, 1835, and fell asleep Jan. 31, 1911, at the home of her daughter at Snyder, Tex. She united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church about thirty-five years ago. She lived a faithful life, and died with a bright hope of a part in the first resurrection. Four children and other relatives are left to mourn. Words of comfort were spoken from John 14. Mrs. A. R. Cool.

PALMER.—Sister Addie B. Palmer was born in Jacksonville, Fla., and died in Boise, Cal., Feb. 3, 1911, aged forty-two years. She had been a Christian since childhood. Not often do we meet those who have greater faith and trust in God than she had. How much she was loved was shown by the profusion of flowers that covered the casket, and the many friends who followed her to her last resting-place. Every Christian who knew her hopes to meet her when the Life-giver claims his own. C. L. Taggart.

CONOVER.—Mrs. Minnie Conover, wife of S. W. Conover, died March 7, 1911, at her home in Tillamook, Ore., aged 32 years, 10 months, and 11 days. For a number of years she has been a firm believer in the message and an active worker in the church. Sister Conover fell asleep with a steadfast hope, leaving a companion, a son, three sisters, one brother, and a father and mother to mourn their loss. These were comforted in this trying hour by the assurance that she sleeps in Jesus. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. G. W. Pettit.

KEELE.—The father of Brother W. J. Keele died at Leach, Tenn., Dec. 17, 1910, being a little over eighty-five years of age. For over two years he had been so paralyzed as to be almost helpless. By a good example, earnest prayers, and sincere exhortations he was led to surrender his heart to God in his last days, and in word and deportment gave evidence of the change that had come into his life. The funeral service, which was conducted by Elder C. F. Parmele and the writer, was held in the new Leach church building, which was well filled. H. C. Balsbaugh.

LOVEJOY.—Louise R. Wood was born at Blue Hill, Me., July 7, 1826, and died at Belvidere, Ill., March 6, 1911, in the eighty-fifth year of her age. In 1859 she removed with her parents to Illinois. In 1876 she became a Seventh-day Adventist, and united with the church at Rockford, of which she continued a faithful member until her death. Sept. 24, 1867, she was married to Nathan J. Lovejoy, who died Feb. 22, 1897. Sister Lovejoy was a devoted Christian. Ps. 116:15 was used by the writer as a basis for his remarks in conducting the funeral service in the Methodist church at Rasco, Ill. F. J. Harris.

GIBBS.—Sarah Dove was born in Pelham, England, March 26, 1826, and died Feb. 26, 1911, aged eighty-four years and eleven months. She was married to Knowler Gibbs, Dec. 1, 1846, and to this union eight children were born. They came to America in 1850, first settling in Sandusky, Ohio, and later removing to Ingham County, Michigan, and from there to Gratiot County, in 1857, settling on the farm where she resided at the time of her death. Sister Gibbs was a Christian woman, and was loved by all who knew her. We believe she will come forth from the tomb at the resurrection of the just. C. L. White.

NELSON.—Died at Granger, Wash., Feb. 28, 1911, Mrs. Pearl Stewart Nelson, aged 34 years, 3 months, and 24 days. She was born in Butler County, Iowa, Nov. 4, 1876, and accompanied her parents to Nebraska at the age of ten. She was converted when about fifteen years old, and united with the church at Crawford, Neb. Oct. 9, 1898, she was married to Oscar Nelson. Three children were born to them. Sister Nelson became a charter member of the Granger church about six years ago, and has lived a consistent Christian life. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. F. A. Detamore.

ELLIS.—Died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fisherdick, on the Laplata River, San Juan County, New Mexico, Miss Elva Ellis. Elva was the daughter of Brother and Sister J. M. Ellis, and lacked three days of being thirteen years of age at the time of her death. A short service was held at the house, and also at the grave, by the writer. We believe Elva will be called from the “land of the enemy” when Jesus comes. W. A. T. Miller.

FREEMAN.—Died at her home in Fredonia, N. Y., Feb. 21, 1911, Caroline Freeman, aged 78 years, 9 months, and 11 days. Sister Freeman accepted present truth about eleven years ago, and rejoiced in the Lord from that time to the end. After an illness of only four days she fell asleep in Jesus, and was buried in the little cemetery at Fredonia, there to await the coming of the great Life-giver. She leaves one brother, who resides in California, besides many friends, to mourn. T. B. Westbrook.

MCDONALD.—Fell asleep at South Milford, Ind., Dec. 23, 1910, Mrs. Elizabeth J. McDonald, in the ninety-third year of her age. In her youth she gave her heart to God, and has ever remained faithful. Nearly twenty years ago she heard the third angel's message. Since then she has lived in patient waiting for her Lord. Eight of her thirteen children still live, besides a host of other relatives and friends. The funeral service was held in the Baptist church, and conducted by Elder T. J. Mawhorter. W. A. Young.

WINSTON.—Nancy Jane Winston (née Simmons) was born Oct. 6, 1867, and fell asleep at West Scio, Ore., Feb. 1, 1911, aged 43 years, 3 months, and 26 days. She was married to J. C. Winston in 1886. To them were born two sons, both of whom, with the husband, were with her in her last illness. In 1891, at Joseph, Ore., she accepted the truths of the third angel's message, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, of which she remained a faithful member to the last. The funeral services were conducted by W. J. Burden. The great sorrow of family and friends is tempered by the comforting faith that she sleeps in Jesus. Mrs. Ida Burden.

CHRISTENSEN.—Died at Irene, S. D., March 1, 1911, aged 73 years, 9 months, and 25 days, Brother Ever Christensen, formerly of Wessington Springs, S. D. Brother Christensen was born in Norway, May 6, 1837. He came to this country at the age of twenty-three, and located at Boscobel, Wis. At the age of twenty-eight he was married to Nelia Brecka, also of Boscobel. Here they accepted the truths of the third angel's message. They continued to make their home at this place until the spring of 1907, when they removed to Wessington Springs, S. D., living there until about two months ago, when Sister Christensen died. A brief service was held at the home of his daughter at Irene, S. D. The remains were then taken to Pipestone, Minn., and placed beside those of his faithful wife. Funeral services were conducted from the church at Pipestone, by the writer. C. M. Babcock.

BEAN.—Sophia R. Bean died at the home of her daughter in Bedford, Mich., Jan. 31, 1911, and was laid in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Battle Creek, Mich., by the side of her husband, Elder Lewis Bean, whom she survived nearly twenty-three years. She was born in Williamstown, Vt., Feb. 16, 1823. Brother and Sister Bean were united in marriage, Jan. 26, 1843. They experienced the disappointment in 1844, and were among the pioneers of the Seventh-day Adventist faith. Sister Bean was a faithful wife and mother, and her kindness and gentle, loving spirit won her many friends. She continued a devoted Christian to the last, manifesting a fortitude and confiding trust during her last hours which will be a source of consolation to the sorrowing family. Sister Bean is laid away in bright hope of a part in the first resurrection. The funeral services were held in Battle Creek. Discourse by the writer, from 2 Cor. 4:17, 18. R. S. Owen.

CHEW.—Thomas Gilbert Chew was born Oct. 23, 1895, at Glenwood, Ind., and died Feb. 28, 1911, in an explosion which wrecked the building containing the lighting plant of the Beechwood Academy, near Fairland, Ind. At the age of thirteen he was converted and baptized. Very soon after this he entered the academy. Last summer he canvassed to earn a scholarship, entering the academy again at the opening of school last September. Three weeks before his death, Elder Morris Lukens held revival services at the academy, and Gilbert was among the first to respond to the call for unreserved consecration to God. His influence for good in the school was strongly felt; and in his death the school, as well as his father, brothers, and sisters, is bereaved. Memorial services, conducted by the president of the conference, assisted by the principal of the school, were held in the Academy, March 1. March 2, services were conducted in the Methodist church of Glenwood, by Elder Morris Lukens, assisted by the writer and the Methodist pastor. Clifton L. Taylor.

FRENCH.—Luciana Katherine Peabody was born July 23, 1887, at Milton, Ore. Her parents removed to Walla Walla, Wash., where she attended school until she was thirteen years old. Her parents then removed to Louisiana. While living there, she was sent to Keene (Tex.) Academy, to attend school. Oct. 19, 1905, we were married at Keene. Having accepted an invitation the following year to teach in Union College, College View, Neb., she accompanied me there, where we remained two years. In May, 1908, in answer to a call for a man and his wife to enter school work in Sierra Leone, West Africa, she willingly and gladly consecrated her life to that dark land. About two and one-half years were spent in self-sacrificing labor here in school and church work. She accompanied me to Axim, Gold Coast, at the beginning of 1911. Having contracted malaria, she was taken ill with a severe attack of blackwater fever, January 17. All that skilled medical aid could do was done to save her life, but she died suddenly of heart failure, Jan. 18, 1911. She leaves her husband, a father, two brothers, a sister, and many friends to mourn their great loss. T. M. French.

SMITH.—Harriet N. Stevens was born at Paris, Maine, Oct. 21, 1831. At this place she passed the early years of her life. Her parents, Cyprian and Almira Stevens, were among those who looked for the coming of the Lord in 1844; and though but a child, the scenes and experiences of that time were indelibly impressed upon her mind. At the age of twenty-three she became connected with the publishing work at the Review and Herald Office in Rochester, N. Y.; and after its removal to Michigan in 1855, she again connected with the office at Battle Creek in the spring of 1857. On June 7 of that year, she was united in marriage to Uriah Smith. From this time until her death, mother remained a resident of Battle Creek, and a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church in that place. She had a wide circle of acquaintances, which extended beyond her church community, and will be remembered by many for her interest in charitable work in her church and city. March 6, 1903, she was deprived by death of the companionship of her husband, the separation from whom was very keenly felt. Her last illness, which was due to carcinoma, was of several months' duration, terminating Feb. 28, 1911. Her experience during the last days of her sickness was bright, and she rests in hope. She retained her mental faculties unimpaired to the last, and calmly bade her children good-by as they stood around her bedside waiting for the end. Her death takes one more from the rapidly diminishing number of those whose memory goes back to the scenes of the first advent message. She was the mother of four sons and one daughter, all of whom are living. Funeral services were held at the Tabernacle, in Battle Creek, Mich., March 2, conducted by Elder E. W. Farnsworth, assisted by Elder G. W. Amadon. L. A. Smith.