Obituaries

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D.C. · Apr 5, 1906

MORRILL.—Died at Portland, Ore., while on the way from Oklahoma to their new home in Washington, Aug. 28 and 30, 1905, of cholera infantum, Albert and Bertha, infant son and daughter of F. L. and Lydia Morrill, aged ten months. We miss our darlings, but mourn not as those who have no hope. We laid them to rest together in Portland Cemetery. Comforting words were spoken by Elder Burden, in the undertaker's chapel. MRS. BELLE ROUSSEAU, MRS. AGNES L. BURROWS.

GEIS.—Died in New Orleans, La., Dec. 22, 1905, Mrs. Helen DeGrey Geis, aged 39 years, 9 months, and 21 days. Sister Geis accepted present truth in California about nine years ago. Through all pain and anguish of body she displayed Christian patience and fortitude. Her great desire was to see her family accept the message, and before her death one son and two sisters were rejoicing in present truth. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by Prof. J. E. Tenney. S. B. HORTON.

HUYKE.—Died at his home in Coldwater, Mich., March 8, 1906, Henry F. Huyke, aged 87 years, 11 months, and 19 days. This aged brother had been an Adventist for many years; he was a consistent Christian, a good neighbor, and a worthy church-member. He leaves a wife, two daughters, and several grandchildren. His funeral, held in his old neighborhood, at Kinderhook, Mich., and attended by a large number of his old and respected neighbors, was conducted by the writer, who based his remarks upon Ps. 23:4. H. NICOLA.

DONOVAN.—Fell asleep in Jesus, at her home, near Stanleyton, Va., March 2, 1906, Mrs. M. C. Donovan, aged 62 years, 3 months, and 10 days. Sister Donovan was paralyzed last September, and suffered much at times, but bore her suffering with patience. She was a consistent member of the Stanleyton church, and when able was always present at the services of the church. The funeral was conducted by the writer, and the interment was in the family graveyard near by. Words of comfort were spoken from Rev. 22:4. R. D. HOTTEL.

JOHNSON.—Died at Richland, Iowa, March 12, 1906, of acute indigestion followed by congestion of the bowels, Charles Milton, son of Charles A. and Maud C. Johnson, aged 7 months and 21 days. He seemed to be in the best of health until a few days before his death. It was a comforting thought to the parents that their little darling will be borne to them by the angels in the glad resurrection morning. Words of comfort and admonition were spoken from Jer. 31:15-17 and other texts, by the writer, assisted by the Dunkard minister. R. J. BRYANT.

COFFIN.—Died at the home of his son in Elgin, Ore., March 8, 1906, Peter M. Coffin, aged 81 years, 6 months, and 7 days. Twelve years of his early life were spent on the seas. He was one of the pioneer settlers of the Grande Ronde Valley. About sixteen years ago he lost his eyesight, and of this loss he afterward said, “I am glad I became physically blind as it caused me to see spiritual things and accept this truth.” The last fourteen years he lived an exemplary Christian life, and although at times his sufferings were intense, he bore them without murmuring. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. S. H. CARNAHAN.

REED.—Died at College View, Neb., Feb. 13, 1906, of membranous croup, Valeda June, the youngest daughter of E. C. and L. D. Reed, aged 5 years, 8 months, and 11 days. She was a patient sufferer till the last, and was not afraid to die. She understood that death is only a sleep in Jesus. She leaves a father, mother, brother, and sister to mourn their loss. Her remains were brought to their home near Comstock, where the funeral was conducted by the writer, assisted by the M. E. minister. She was laid to rest in the Wescott Cemetery, to await the Life-giver's call. L. E. JOHNSON.

GORDON.—Died at the home of his son, Lester Gordon, near Bellaire, Mich., Feb. 4, 1906, Henry Gordon, aged 79 years. He first heard present truth preached by Elder Frisbie, and gladly received it. He was one of the charter members of the Wright church, which was organized Dec. 17, 1861. He was a faithful and devout Christian, and I believe that Acts 10:4 is also true in his case. He was laid to rest in the Wright church cemetery. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. S. E. WIGHT.

DENMAN.—Fell asleep at Vinton, Iowa, Dec. 21, 1905, Moses Denman, aged 72 years, 5 months, and 21 days. In 1860 Elder M. E. Cornell pitched his tent in Vinton, and Brother Denman was one of the number that heard and believed the gospel message. He was a cripple for many years, and seven years ago he suffered a second and very severe stroke of paralysis. Although a great sufferer, he was ever happy in the Lord. He was a kind husband and a loving father. The wife, two sons, and two daughters are left to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were drawn from Ps. 17:15, by Elder E. G. Olsen. J. W. CROUSE.

MERRICKLE.—Died at Oconomowoc, Wis., Feb. 22, 1906, of paralysis, Mrs. Phoebe Merrickle, aged 86 years, 10 months, and 16 days. Brother and Sister Merrickle accepted the advent message about forty years ago under the labors of Washington Morse. Their lives were devoted to the interests of the message, and during life they bore a faithful testimony. He died five years ago. She had a bright hope of soon meeting her Saviour and her sleeping companion. Six children, seventeen grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren, and one lone sister mourn their loss. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. R. T. DOWSETT.

PERRY.—Died at his home in Enosburg, Vt., Feb. 12, 1906, of paralysis, Wm. Alvah Perry, aged 64 years, 7 months, and 21 days. Brother Perry accepted the third angel's message in 1882 under the labors of Elders Hutchins and Kellogg, and since has held several offices of trust in the church; he was deacon for many years, and was first trustee at the time of his death. He will be greatly missed in the church and in the community in which he lived. He was the father of ten children, and is survived by a devoted wife, five sons, and two daughters. Words of comfort were spoken to the bereaved family and a large company of sympathizing friends by a local pastor. W. E. TATRO.

WHITNEY.—Died at her home in Augusta, Maine, March 11, 1906, of valvular disease of the heart, Mrs. Letta Whitney, wife of George W. Whitney, aged 49 years, 2 months, and 15 days. She received a knowledge of the truth in Norridgewock, Maine, from Elders J. N. Andrews and M. E. Cornell in 1865, and was soon after baptized and united with the Norridgewock church. She was a kind and loving companion, and a friend to the poor and needy. She fell asleep with the assurance that the Lord accepted her as his child. She leaves a husband and one brother to mourn their loss. Funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder J. B. Goodrich; text, Rev. 22:12. S. J. HERSUM.

BUNCH.—Fell asleep in Jesus, at the home of his parents, in Coos County, Oregon, Jan. 20, 1906, our much loved brother, Charles Ringer Bunch, aged 23 years, 6 months, and 5 days. He was converted when quite young, and united with the Adventist church at Gravelford. He was a student of the Gravelford Academy from its foundation until three and one-half years ago, when he chose for his life-work the gospel ministry, and entered the Walla Walla College to prepare himself for that calling. While there, he contracted the disease that resulted in his death. His noble character and cheerful disposition won for him many friends. Though his life purpose was not carried out, he left an example of the patient endurance of suffering, trial, and disappointment. His faith grew stronger and his hope brighter till the end. Words of comfort were spoken on the funeral occasion by Elder H. E. Giddings, and interment took place in the Dora Cemetery. ELVA M. BUNCH.

HYDE.—Died at North East Bight, Bonacca, Bay Islands, Central America, Feb. 6, 1906, Hattie Hyde, twin daughter of Mrs. Julia Ann Hyde, aged 7 years, 6 months, and 24 days. Hattie attended the church-school, and we shall never forget the childlike faith that beamed from her eyes as she read the sweet Bible stories. Her death is mourned by a widowed mother, two sisters, and four brothers, besides her school friends. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, 1 Cor. 15:26 serving as the basis of his remarks. GARFIELD SMALLEY.

ARNOLD.—Died at Cleveland, Ohio, Feb. 19, 1906, Richard J. Arnold, aged 44 years, 3 months, and 10 days. His death was the result of valvular disease of the heart, from which he had suffered uncomplainingly for years. Upon his conversion in 1885 Brother Arnold united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Battle Creek, Mich., later transferring his membership to Onaway. He died in the full assurance of faith, looking forward with confidence to the happy reunion of loved ones at the marriage supper of the Lamb. Besides his companion and one son he leaves a father, two brothers, and five sisters. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by Pastor F. D. Butchart (Christian). W. C. MOFFETT.

HURLEY.—Died at her home at Whatcheer, Iowa, March 10, 1906, Martha E. Hurley, the beloved wife of Dennis Hurley, aged 47 years, 11 months, and 10 days. This faithful and devoted servant of God, who was blind from childhood, calmly fell asleep in Jesus. She leaves a husband, who is also blind, to mourn the loss of a faithful and loving sharer in affliction. Together they walked hand in hand for seven years, rejoicing in the precious truth they so much loved, and devoting much of their time to missionary work, scattering the printed page, and telling to all whom they met the glad tidings of the soon-coming Saviour. She also left a brother and an aged father. Words of comfort and instruction were spoken by the writer. J. A. SKINNER.

HALLOCK.—Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. A. Curtis, of Sheridan, Ill., Feb. 10, 1906, of paralysis, Mrs. S. A. Hallock, aged 82 years, 10 months, and 10 days. The deceased was converted in early life, and united with the Methodist Church. In 1872 with her husband she accepted the truths of the third angel's message and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Wells, Minn., of which she remained a faithful member until her death. She was kind and gentle, and was loved by all who knew her. She loved the Word of God and the house of prayer. Her faith and hope were strong. Three brothers, two sons, one daughter, eight grandchildren, and many friends are left to mourn their loss. The funeral service was conducted by Elder F. J. Harris. E. A. CURTIS.

McCORMICK.—Died at the home of his daughter, near Prattsburg, N. Y., March 9, 1905, after a long and painful illness, Harrison McCormick, aged 71 years. When fourteen years of age, Brother McCormick was converted and united with the Christian Church. While he and his wife were visiting in Michigan in 1875, they came into possession of a number of our denominational tracts, and after carefully reading and investigating began the observance of the true Sabbath, and united with the remnant church. Six years later the wife was laid to rest. The husband continued to spread a knowledge of the truth by the printed page. He was a shining example of the Christian life to all. He leaves three daughters and two sons to mourn their loss. Funeral service was conducted by the writer, and a large audience listened attentively to remarks based upon John 11:25. JOHN S. WIGHTMAN.