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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D. C. · Feb 9, 1911

Obituaries

Bone.—Mary G. Bone, daughter of Joseph and Mary Draper, was born in Fayette County, Ohio, Aug. 9, 1832, and died in Wabash, Ind., Jan. 8, 1911, aged 78 years, 5 months, and 29 days. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Heb. 9:27, 28. H. A. Rife.

Covey.—Beatrice, daughter of William J. and Anna H. Covey, was born at Forman, N. D., Oct. 13, 1902, and died near Minatare, Neb., Aug. 29, 1910. Beatrice loved the Bible, and enjoyed telling her little brother and sister Bible stories. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder G. A. Kirkle to a large circle of sorrowing friends. John L. Burgess.

Hulse.—Preciosa E. Hulse was born Jan. 19, 1895, and died Dec. 16, 1910, at the home of her parents at North Yakima, Wash., aged 15 years, 10 months, and 27 days. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church at Walla Walla, and while attending school at that place, her sincere love for the Master and his work was manifested in many ways. During her illness she drew much courage from the twenty-third psalm. The funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by Brother W. A. Kinney. S. H. Kime.

Corbaley.—Died at the sanitarium at Hastings, Neb., Dec. 8, 1910, Sister Julia R. Corbaley, aged 56 years, 5 months, and 13 days. Brother and Sister Corbaley accepted the truth in Council Bluffs, Iowa, about twenty-two years ago, and three years later entered the work. As a faithful companion, Sister Corbaley accompanied her husband from place to place as they sought to work for the salvation of souls. The funeral services were held at the Seventh-day Adventist church in Council Bluffs, Dec. 11, 1910. A large and sympathetic company filled the church. J. W. Christian.

Olsen.—Malena N. Olsen was born in Iowa, Nov. 16, 1894, and died at the home of her parents at Falls City, Ore., Jan. 15, 1911. She was converted and baptized at the age of twelve. She was of a sweet and loving disposition. Her father and mother, three sisters, three brothers, and a large circle of friends are left to miss her company. We laid her to rest to await the return of the Life-giver. P. A. Hanson.

Milligan.—Mrs. Emma Milligan, born in Green County, Wisconsin, was forty-three years of age when she fell asleep. She leaves her husband, her mother, a brother, a sister, and three children to mourn. She first accepted the message under the labors of Elder C. N. Martin in 1891. The funeral was conducted from the home of her husband's brother, words of comfort being spoken by Brother D. H. Hanson. H. E. Brockman.

Buck.—Louisa May Wilson was born at Charleston, Ill., March 29, 1867. At the age of fourteen she moved to Arkansas with her parents. Nine years later she came to Michigan, and in May, 1892, was married to J. B. Buck. To this union were born seven children, all of whom are living. In youth she gave her heart to the service of her Heavenly Father. Sister Buck died Jan. 18, 1911, and was buried in the cemetery at Monterey, Mich. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Rev. 21:4. John W. Covert.

Kirby.—Katerine Cassell was born in Knox County, Ohio, April 16, 1840, and died in Columbus, Ohio, Jan. 18, 1911, aged 70 years, 9 months, and 2 days. Fifty years ago she was married to Nathan Kirby. Six children were born to this union. The husband, three children, and five great-grandchildren are left to mourn. She joined the Waterford Seventh-day Adventist church thirty years ago. The funeral service was held in the home of her daughter in Milo, and interment was made in Union Cemetery, where our sister rests in hope of a part in the first resurrection. John Francis Olmsted.

Nuding.—David E. Nuding, son of Jacob and Elizabeth Nuding, was born in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Dec. 14, 1859, and died Dec. 25, 1910, aged 51 years, 11 months, and 11 days. Two years ago Brother Nuding accepted the faith of the third angel's message, and was baptized. He leaves a widowed mother, a son, two brothers, and three sisters, together with many friends, to mourn. The funeral and interment took place at Anderson, services being held in the Seventh-day Adventist church. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, Elders Pool and Young assisting in the service. F. M. Roberts.

Reed.—Died at Twin Bluffs, Wis., Dec. 17, 1910, Sister Sarah E. Reed, aged eighty-three years. She was born in West Virginia. When nine years old, she moved with her parents to Illinois, and two years later to Wisconsin, where she spent the remainder of her life. In 1845 she was married to Francis Cleveland. To this union was born one daughter. In 1852 she was married to Geo. W. Reed, and to this union were born seven children. In 1886 she accepted the third angel's message, and remained faithful until her death. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer at the funeral service. Text, 1 Thess. 4:13. W. S. Shreve.

Marvin.—Died at Nevada, Iowa, Jan. 7, 1911, Mrs. Phebe Knowles Marvin, aged eighty-nine years. She was born in Allegany County, New York, in 1822, removing with her parents at an early date to Michigan. In 1841 she was married to Asahel Marvin, who preceded her in death nearly eighteen years. The greater part of their life was spent in Fayette, Iowa. In 1868 they accepted the truths of the third angel's message under the labors of Elder G. I. Butler, and continued faithful until death. Three children survive her. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, Jan. 8, 1911. Interment was made at Fayette, Iowa. M. N. Campbell.

Prentis.—Mrs. S. D. Prentis, of Coudersport, Pa., fell asleep Jan. 8, 1911, aged seventy years. Two weeks before her death she attended all the meetings held in connection with the general meetings. She was faithful in all her church duties. Her husband and one daughter, with many friends and relatives, are left to mourn. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Ps. 116:15. W. F. Schwartz.

Moyers.—Died at his home in Graysville, Tenn., Dec. 30, 1910, Patrick D. Moyers, aged seventy-nine years and 2 months. On July 31, 1851, he was married to Martha Kane Campbell, and to them were born eleven children, ten of whom are still living. In 1868 Brother Moyers was converted, and six years later, being convinced of the importance of obeying the third angel's message, he accepted this truth, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, in which relationship he lived a faithful and loyal member until the day of his death. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder H. W. Pierce. M. B. Van Kirk.

Husten.—Rachel Walker Husten (née Miller) was born in Somerset County, Pa., July 3, 1831, and died at Burkett, Neb., Dec. 29, 1910, aged 79 years, 5 months, and 26 days. Mrs. Husten was the mother of three daughters. At an early age she was converted, uniting with the Christian Church. She afterward accepted the views held by Seventh-day Adventists, and united with that body, of which she has long been a faithful and consistent member. Mother has left us, but her memory will ever be cherished for her good deeds and many acts of kindness. The funeral services were held at Burkett, Dec. 31, 1910, conducted by Elder L. A. Spring. Mrs. W. F. Seward.

Taylor.—Polly Ann Post was born in Wayne County, Michigan, Jan. 22, 1837, and died at her home, Dec. 28, 1910, aged 73 years, 11 months, and 6 days. Nov. 30, 1854, she was married to James Taylor, soon after which they moved to River Junction. To this union nine children were born, seven of whom are still living, and with her husband mourn the loss of a loving mother and a true and faithful wife. In 1884 she, with her husband, accepted present truth, and remained loyal until her death. Her life testified to her faith, and we believe she will come forth in the resurrection. The funeral was held at the home. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Rev. 14:12. D. P. Wood.

Spear.—Charles C. Spear was born in Charlotte County, Vermont, Aug. 23, 1828. At the age of twenty-eight he was united in marriage to Miss Mary Jeff. In 1860 they moved to Allegan, Mich., where they remained for thirty-two years. In 1892 they moved to Chicago, and in 1905 to California, living for three years in San Diego, and the last two years in Santa Barbara. Father Spear passed away Jan. 21, 1911, at the age of 83 years, 4 months, and 29 days. His aged wife and five children are left to mourn. He accepted the truths of the third angel's message over fifty years ago, and always expressed a desire to live until the coming of the Lord. Brief funeral services were held Jan. 23, 1911, prior to the body being taken to Flagstaff, Ariz., for burial. Noah Paulin.

Bartholomew.—Sarah Downing was born March 5, 1859, in Birch Run, Saginaw Co., Mich., and died at Campobello, S. C., Jan. 19, 1911, aged 51 years, 10 months, and 14 days. Aug. 26, 1877, she was married to F. N. Bartholomew, during which year she accepted present truth under the labors of Elder R. J. Lawrence. She has been a faithful believer ever since. Her husband, two daughters, three stepsons, her mother, three sisters, two brothers, and a large circle of friends and relatives, who were much saddened by her sudden death, are left to mourn. She was a faithful mother and wife. We laid her to rest with the hope of seeing her in the resurrection morning. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder Carey, from John 11. F. N. Bartholomew.

Atkinson.—Died at Sand Prairie, Wis., Sister Clarinda Atkinson, aged seventy-eight years. She had been a believer in the truth for many years. The funeral was held in the Seventh-day Adventist church at Sand Prairie, Dec. 15, 1910. Text, Rev. 20:4. W. S. Shreve.

McCape.—Mrs. Eliza McCape was born Nov. 20, 1836, in Grant County, Wisconsin, and died at Fresno, Cal., Jan. 7, 1911, aged 74 years, 1 month, and 27 days. She came as a pioneer to this place in 1870, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church here in 1877. She fell asleep with the blessed hope of soon seeing her Saviour. Two sons, one daughter, and a large circle of friends are left to mourn. Text, 2 Tim. 2:19. C. L. Taggart.

Dempsey.—Linda Sarah Clapsath was born Dec. 31, 1868, in Niagara County, New York, and fell asleep in Jesus, Jan. 9, 1911, after a short illness. She was married to Everett Dempsey in 1890. After living near Flushing, Mich., for some time they moved to Oceana County, Michigan, where they were living at the time of her death. She accepted present truth over fifteen years ago, and has been a consistent Christian ever since. She leaves a husband and four little children to mourn. A. R. Sandborn.

Husted.—Martha Jane Husted was born Sept. 10, 1845, and departed this life Jan. 21, 1911, aged 65 years, 4 months, and 11 days. In 1870 she was married to Benjamin C. Husted. In 1872 she was converted and united with the Christian Church, but a few years later she joined the Seventh-day Adventist Church, of which she remained a faithful member till death. She was a kind and loving wife, a devoted mother, and a conscientious and faithful Christian. She leaves to mourn her death her husband, two sons, and one daughter. Words of comfort were spoken to the bereaved from Ps. 116:15. John P. Gaede.

Starr.—Nellie Devereaux was born in Freeborn County, Minnesota, June 28, 1875, and died at North Yakima, Wash., Jan. 4, 1911, aged 35 years, 6 months, and 6 days. She was the daughter of J. W. and S. J. Devereaux, and was one of a family of eleven children. Thirteen years ago she was united in marriage to John A. Starr, of Battle Creek, Mich. Sister Starr was highly esteemed by all who knew her, and will be greatly missed in the home. She leaves her husband, one daughter, her parents, five brothers, and five sisters to mourn. We laid her to rest in Yakima cemetery, there to await the call of God. Words of comfort were spoken to relatives and friends by the writer, from Job 14:14 and Rev. 14:13. W. A. Kinney.

Town.—“Uncle John” Town, as he has been known for many years, died at his home in South Russell, N. Y., Jan. 23, 1911, aged 90 years, 2 months, and 17 days. He was the oldest man in town at the time of his death. Father was born Nov. 6, 1820. June 4, 1851, he was married to Miss Minerva Gilmore, who still survives him. Eleven children were born to them—four boys and seven girls. In 1853 father purchased land in South Russell, St. Lawrence Co., N. Y., and there in the rocky wilderness he founded the home in which he spent the remainder of his days. His first religious experience was with the Methodist Church, of which he was a member for twenty-five years. In 1884 the writer, who was then the only son with him on the farm, united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. This caused great grief to father, and resulted in our separation. But in 1901 I had the pleasure of receiving father and mother as members of the South Russell Seventh-day Adventist church, of which he remained a faithful member until his death. His mind was clear until the end. His hope was bright, and he often expressed a desire that the end come, so he might be at rest. He leaves to mourn their loss, our aged mother, eight children, twenty-five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder J. W. Lair, from John 3:16. N. Z. Town.