p. 31 | Obituaries

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jan 9, 1908

Obituaries

Marchus.—Died at San Pasqual, Cal., Nov. 28, 1907, Dorothy Marchus, daughter of C. G. and Marie Marchus. While Dorothy tarried in this "vale of tears" for only seven months, her life was like a sunbeam, and every day was an inspiration to her parents and three little brothers. W. M. Healey.

Jones.—Died at his home in Calistoga, Cal., Lewis Jones, in his sixty-fourth year. Brother Jones was a faithful and beloved member of the Calistoga church, and fell asleep in the blessed hope. His wife, a son, and a daughter feel their loss keenly. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. J. H. Behrens.

Finch.—Died in Hanford, Cal., Nov. 28, 1907, of pneumonia, Mrs. Susan A. Finch, aged 86 years, 8 months, and 20 days. She had been a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for over twenty-five years, and died with a bright hope of a part in the first resurrection. The funeral service was held at the Seventh-day Adventist church, and was conducted by the writer. J. W. Bagby.

Leduc.—Died at her home in Belgrade Township, Minnesota, Dec. 11, 1907, of pneumonia, Emily Leduc, aged nearly 81 years. She was married to Joseph Leduc in Vermont fifty-six years ago. She, with her companion, moved to Minnesota forty-four years ago. They have been keeping the Sabbath about thirty years. Her husband, now eighty-three, and six children, are left to mourn. The funeral service was conducted by the writer in the Congregational church at Belgrade, the local pastor assisting; text, Ps. 116:15. R. A. Underwood.

Harvey.—Died at Beaver City, Neb., Dec. 3, 1907, Eugene W. Harvey, aged 65 years, 3 months, and 18 days. In 1878 he was converted to the Seventh-day Adventist faith under the labors of Elders Boyd and Cudney. He remained a faithful Christian until death. His wife and two daughters survive him. The funeral service was held in the Christian church of Beaver City, and was conducted by the writer, assisted by the pastor, Rev. Lemon; text, John 10:10. B. M. Garton.

Stearns.—Died at Lemoore, Cal., Aura J. Stearns, wife of L. J. Stearns, aged 41 years. She was sick only a few hours, dropping from apparently perfect health into the grave. The stroke was heavy upon the husband and children, but their firm trust in God showed the blessedness of the Christian's hope in time of trouble. Sister Stearns accepted the truth under the labors of Brother Hilliard, and remained firm in the truth to the last. Funeral service was conducted by the writer. B. L. Howe.

Smith.—Died at San Francisco, Cal., Dec. 6, 1907, Rachel Smith, wife of O. P. Smith, of North San Juan, Cal., aged 64 years, 1 month, and 28 days. She was a Methodist before accepting present truth about fourteen years ago, at North San Juan. She was being taken to St. Helena Sanitarium, but collapsed at Oakland. Funeral service was held in the Methodist church at North San Juan, and as there was no Seventh-day Adventist minister at hand, the Methodist minister kindly officiated. *

Coffin.—Died at Elgin, Ore., Nov. 25, 1907, Sarah Frances Coffin. She was born in Kentucky, Aug. 27, 1840, and professed Christianity in early life, uniting with the Dunkards. About twenty years ago she accepted the third angel's message; and although an invalid for many years, she remained faithful until the end. The Methodist minister conducted the funeral service, and she was buried in the cemetery beside her husband, who was laid to rest less than two years before. S. H. Carnahan.

Smith.—Fell asleep at Barrow, Wis., Dec. 4, 1907, Sarah A. Smith, aged 47 years. Five years ago she heard the third angel's message, and united with the remnant people of God. She has ever remained a faithful Christian, and true to the message. Many live to bless her for her kind ministry to them in times of sickness. Her death is mourned by an aged mother, one brother, one sister, and seven children. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from John 14:19. J. B. Scott.

Donaldson.—Died at his home at Kent City, Mich., Nov. 15, 1907, Dr. G. W. Donaldson, aged 65 years, 3 months, and 10 days. In 1888, under the labors of Elder J. L. Edgar, both my husband and myself accepted the third angel's message. He was a firm believer in present truth, and I believe that it is well with him. It was hard to part after walking life's journey together for forty-five years, but "He doeth all things well," and I have the blessed hope of meeting the loved one again in the first resurrection. Words of comfort were spoken from the text, "I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee," by Elder Rexford (Baptist). Mrs. G. W. Donaldson.

Gardner.—Died at Spokane, Wash., Nov. 9, 1907, of nervous prostration, Mrs. Elizabeth Gardner, aged 54 years, 3 months, and 23 days. At the age of thirty-four years Sister Gardner gave her heart to Christ, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, of which she was a faithful member at the time of her death. She was a loving and devoted wife and mother, beloved by all who knew her. She was the mother of nine children, eight of whom still survive. At the time of her death, she was visiting her children in Spokane. The remains were brought to Michigan for burial. The writer spoke words of comfort from 1 Cor. 15:26 and Rev. 14:13. W. C. Hebner.