“I am the resurrection and the life.”—*Jesus
“I am the resurrection and the life.”—*Jesus
Abbott.—Died at her home in Almond, Wis., Nov. 6, 1901, Sister Delilah Abbott. She was born in Akron, Ohio, Dec. 22, 1824. She accepted present truth twenty years ago, and was a firm believer in the second coming of Christ. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from John 11:25, to a large concourse of people.
Swin Swinson. Cummings.—Died at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. H. N. Truesdell, Port Huron, Mich., Oct. 16, 1901, Hattie Cummings, aged 32 years. She had been a great sufferer for the past twelve years, and during that time her life has shown the most beautiful traits of Christian character. Among her last words were, “Jesus is mine; I am thankful for that.” Irish.—Died at East Olean, N. Y., Sept. 24, 1901, Bennie W. Irish, son of N. Wardner and Ida Wightman Irish, aged 23 years. For four years he had had consumption, and the last six months was a great sufferer from an abscess. He was very patient, and died trusting in the Lord. By his request W. D. Burdick, pastor of the Nile Seventh-day Baptist church, preached the funeral sermon from 1 John 3:1, 2,—words frequently referred to by Bennie during his sickness.
W. D. Burdick. Loyd.—Died at her home in Princeton, Ill., Sept. 12, 1901, of pneumonia, Sister H. N. Loyd. She had been very feeble for some years, and we were all happily surprised to meet her on the ground at the recent Kankakee camp-meeting. She was, as ever, rejoicing in the keeping power of God. As an Adventist she stood alone in her family and town, but her light shone bright. Upon inquiry, her son wrote me that “she died as she had lived.” That being true, she sleeps in Jesus.
W. D. Curtis. Stephens.—Died at Island Falls, Me., Oct. 30, 1901, of consumption, Cosena E. Stephens, aged 25 years, 8 months, and 29 days. She accepted present truth several years ago, was faithful in the service of the Master, and died in the triumphs of faith. She leaves a husband and two small children, a loving father and mother, and several brothers and sisters to mourn their loss. May the Lord comfort their hearts. Remarks at the funeral were made by the writer, from John 11:23.
J. B. Goodrich. Alway.—Died at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Mankato, Minn., of a complication of ailments resulting from an operation for appendicitis, Emma May Alway, of Eagle Lake, Minn. She was next to the youngest of seven sisters. There were also two brothers, one of whom is Elder W. A. Alway, of Ogden, Utah. Emma’s life was one of quiet, unselfish service for others. Although not having made a public profession, a few hours before her death she expressed herself as being sure she loved Jesus, and that He was her Saviour. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder O. O. Bernstein and Elder Elijah Hale (Methodist).
M. B. Van Kirk. Morrill.—Died, Oct. 26, 1901, of internal abscess, Sister Sarah Morrill, wife of Brother Simeon Morrill, of Janesville, Minn., aged 75 years, 7 months, 22 days. Sister Morrill was a native of Vermont, having been born in Waterville, in 1826. She, with her husband, Simeon Morrill, came to Wisconsin in 1850, and then to Minnesota in 1862. While living in Wisconsin, they both accepted the Third Angel’s Message, in the faith of which Sister Morrill died. She leaves her aged companion, and four sons and a daughter, with their families. Her last resting place is in the beautiful cemetery at Janesville; and we hope that when the Life-giver shall appear, she will come forth to enjoy life everlasting. Words of comfort were drawn from Job 14:14.
M. B. Van Kirk. Van Deusen.—Brother J. S. Van Deusen was born in Vergennes, Mich., Dec. 6, 1840. He peacefully passed away in death in Battle Creek, Mich., Sept. 28, 1901, aged 60 years, 9 months, and 22 days. About the age of twenty-one he, with his elder brother, Elder E. Van Deusen, accepted the Third Angel’s Message, the Lord’s great work of truth for our time. He never gave up his faith in the great principles of this message, though at times somewhat discouraged. Several weeks before his death he had a bright experience, renewed his covenant with God, and found peace and acceptance. In his failing health he bore his suffering with patience. He leaves a wife, two daughters, and one son to mourn, but not without hope. Funeral services were held in the Tabernacle, and burial took place at Oakhill Cemetery, Sept. 30, 1901.
I. D. Van Horn. Craw.—Died at his home at Sadorus, Ill., Aug. 24, 1901, Brother Alvah Craw. Brother Craw was born July 20, 1820, consequently at his death was 81 years, 1 month, and 4 days of age. But few men are more true to principle and more upright than was Brother Craw. For many years after his conversion, he and his companion were associated with the Baptist Church. More than twenty years ago he became acquainted with the views of Seventh-day Adventists and heartily accepted them, and remained faithful and true to them until the day of his death. He was liberal with his means toward the cause of God, and his children were taught in the way of righteousness. His home was the home of the ministers and many worn pilgrims who chanced to stop underneath his roof. He leaves to mourn a loving companion, three sons, and three daughters, and a number of grandchildren. Among his children is Sister G. W. Baber. His funeral was so well attended that the large Methodist church of his town was not able to seat the people. All his children were present, and as we laid him away to rest, we did so with the expectation of meeting him in the swiftly approaching resurrection morn.
S. H. Lane.