Obituaries

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D.C. · Oct 15, 1903

Mack.—Died at Bay Lake, Minn., Sept. 18, 1903, Susan L. Mack, in the forty-second year of her age. A husband and five children are left to mourn, but with hope of meeting her at the coming of the Life-giver. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. Andrew Mead.

Harrison.—Hazel May Harrison, daughter of Brother and Sister Charles Harrison, of Grass Creek, Ind., was born April 27, 1902, and died Aug. 29, 1903, of cholera infantum. Soon Jesus, who took the little ones in his loving arms, will come, and death's cruel reign be forever broken. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Zech. 9:12. J. C. Harris.

Ruple.—Mrs. Rebecca Ruple died Aug. 5, 1903, aged 75 years and 5 months. Sister Ruple accepted the Seventh-day Adventist faith in the spring of 1896, and remained a faithful witness to the truth till the day of her death. She was laid to rest at her home in Elkhart, Ind., to await the summons of the Life-giver. Funeral services were conducted by the resident pastor of the M. E. church. W. H. Granger.

Straw.—Died at her father's home, Aug. 28, 1903, of quick consumption, Sister Laura Straw. Sister Straw was born at Almon, Wis., in 1884; she was married to Walter Straw in 1899, and later she and her husband accepted the principles held by Seventh-day Adventists. Her everyday life was that of a consistent Christian. Funeral services were held in the Plainfield church, remarks being made by the writer, from Rev. 14:13. G. Swinson.

Butler.—Died at his home near Stanleyton, Va., Sept. 8, 1903, William Daniel Butler, aged 38 years, 1 month, and 24 days. He was a kind and affectionate husband and father, and was held in high esteem among his friends and neighbors. His last moments were spent in earnest prayer to God. He leaves a wife and seven children to mourn this sad affliction. The funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by the elder of the church, A. J. Painter, and Rev. J. R. Brown, of the Baptist Church; text, Rev. 21:4. B. F. Purdham.

Nolan.—Died at West Brownfield, Me., Aug. 29, 1903, of paralysis caused by an injury, Harold L. Nolan, only son of E. G. and Christie H. Nolan, aged 11 years, 3 months, 8 days. For seven years Harold was a patient sufferer. Words of comfort were spoken from 1 Thess. 4:13, to a large number of friends. H. H. Dexter.

Jackson.—Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Brown, in Birmingham, Ala., Aug. 8, 1903, of bowel trouble, Sister Dele Jackson, aged 73 years, 2 months, and 4 days. Sister Jackson lived a devoted life. She accepted present truth six years ago. Her last hours were bright, her last words being, “I am ready, I am waiting.” Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from 1 Thess. 4:13-18. W. L. McNeely.

Ard.—Aug. 5, 1903, Sister Sarah A. Ard, of Elsmore, Kan., passed peacefully to rest till the resurrection morn. She was born in Beaver County, Pa., April 20, 1851. At the organization of the Elsmore Seventh-day Adventist church in the spring of 1896 she united with that church, and was a faithful member till the day of her death. Funeral services were held in the United Brethren church, conducted by Elder Howell (U. B.) and the writer. J. W. Norwood.

Spear.—Died near Boise City, Idaho, Sept. 2, 1903, of apoplexy of the brain, Florence Spear, aged 43 years, 5 months, and 12 days. She accepted the Seventh-day Adventist faith under the labors of the writer, in 1893, and united with the Boise church. Her life was devoted to the cause of God. It can be truly said of her, “She did what she could.” She leaves a husband and three sons to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from 1 John 2:17. W. W. Steward.

Coble.—Died at her home near Tell City, Ind., Aug. 3, 1903, of brain fever, Hettie F. Coble, aged 36 years, 4 months, 14 days. Sister Coble was converted when about thirteen years of age, and united with the M. E. Church, and later accepted the Adventist faith. She died with a bright hope of having a part in the first resurrection. She leaves a husband and four children to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Job 14:1, 2, 14; Eccl. 9:5, 6, 10 last part; 2 Thess. 4:13-18; Rev. 22:14. Aaron Terry.

Stewart.—Fell asleep in Oakland, Cal., Aug. 21, 1903, of heart failure, Will N. Stewart, aged 29 years, 4 months, and 7 days. He was the only son of Elder T. M. and Mrs. M. E. Stewart, and the only brother of Mary A. Stewart. He was a most indefatigable, persistent, intense worker, and his frail physical frame could not endure the constant strain. His last hours were peaceful in resignation to God's will. He sent a message of hope and cheer to his parents. His companion, Mrs. Mabel Gage Stewart, mourns, but with hope. M. C. W.

Dunn.—Fell asleep in Jesus, Aug. 6, 1903, Sister Helen Dunn, in her seventieth year. Brother and Sister Dunn joined the Adventist Church under the labors of Elders A. P. Heacock and J. A. Coffman. Sister Dunn lived a devoted Christian life, and her death is mourned by an aged husband, four sons, and four daughters. In the presence of a large assembly, a few hymns were sung and prayer was offered, and Sister Dunn was laid away to await the call of the Archangel. Funeral services will be held as soon as one of our ministers is present to conduct them. H. B. Counts.

Snyder.—Departed this life in Jackson, Mich., Aug. 5, 1903, Charles Henry Snyder, aged 30 years, 10 months, and 5 days. Quite early in life he gave his heart to God and accepted the Sabbath truth, to which he remained true for several years, then becoming discouraged, he departed from the Lord; but before he closed his earthly career, he again returned to the fountain of living waters, found peace in believing, and died happy in the Lord. A loving wife, two sisters, and one brother are left to mourn. The funeral services were conducted by the writer at Jackson, Mich., after which the remains were taken to Kalamazoo, Mich., for interment. R. C. Horton.

Tarbell.—Died at West Wilton, N. H., Aug. 12, 1903, of paralysis and peritonitis, Louisa Farnsworth Tarbell, aged 85 years. Sister Tarbell accepted the first angel's message in 1844, and later the third angel's message, and united with the New Ipswich, N. H., church, of which she remained a much-loved member till the time of her death. I visited her about two weeks before she died, and her tear-dimmed eyes, quivering lips, and general animation as I talked to her of the closing work of God and the soon-coming Saviour, spoke volumes which her tongue could not utter. She had not forgotten her experiences in 1844. How precious the Christian's hope to these aged pilgrims! Brief remarks were made by the writer at the funeral. A. E. Place.

Jeffers.—Died at Fruithurst, Ala., Aug. 28, 1903, of dropsy, my dear wife, Mrs. Olive A. Jeffers, in her sixty-ninth year. She was born in the State of New York. At the age of eighteen she moved to Michigan, from which State, on account of failing health, in 1879 we went to Sioux Falls, S. D., where, the same year, she accepted present truth under the labors of Elder S. B. Whitney. Hoping a change of climate would benefit her, in 1895 we moved to College View, Neb., in 1896 to Leavenworth, Kan., where she held her church membership at the time of her decease. In 1899 we made our home in Fruithurst, Ala. She was a subscriber to the REVIEW for about twenty-three years. As all who know her can testify, her Christian life was a faithful one. She leaves a husband, a son, and a daughter, who mourn not without hope; for she sleeps in Jesus. C. T. Jeffers.