p. 351 | “I am the resurrection and the life.”-Jesus

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · May 28, 1901

“I am the resurrection and the life.”—Jesus

Obituaries

“I am the resurrection and the life.”—Jesus

HAFFNER.—Died at Okeene, O. T., April 13, 1901, Brother G. W. Haffner, aged 28 years, 6 months, 14 days. He accepted the present truth in his seventeenth year, and from that time his only effort was to prepare to work for the Master. He attended Union and Walla Walla colleges, and afterward labored under the direction of the Conference for several years. After completing a two-years' nurses' course, he was sent, in company with his wife, to Germany to labor. Failing health caused him to return to America, and his death occurred one year later. Funeral services were conducted by Brother G. Hetze. O. W. MILLER.

MARTIN.—Died in Alma, Neb., Feb. —, 1901, Jessie, daughter of Brother Joseph Martin, aged 1 year. Services were conducted by the writer. W. H. WHITE.

LARGE.—Died at Adobertown, Mont., Jan. —, 1901, Brother Abraham Large. His health was poor for the past three or four years. He was faithful to the end, and was hopeful of the soon coming of Christ. J. T. WOODWARD.

BRADBURY.—Died at Lebanon, Neb., March 6, 1901, Sister B. F. Bradbury. She accepted the truth many years ago in Wisconsin, and died in hope of the first resurrection. Remarks at the funeral were made by the writer, assisted by Rev. Willson (Baptist). W. H. WHITE.

YOUNG.—Died near Fristoe, Mo., Jan. 3, 1901, of consumption, Lucinda E., wife of H. S. Young, aged 39 years, 2 months, 9 days. She accepted the views held by Seventh-day Adventists, in 1884, and lived faithful until death. She leaves a husband and six children, besides other relatives. M. E. BOAZ.

FROST.—Died in Elgin, Ill., of tuberculosis, Sister Emma Frost, aged thirty-five years. She accepted the truth a few months ago, and fell asleep, strong in the hope of sharing in the first resurrection. She leaves a husband and three children. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, using 1 Cor. 15:49. L. D. SANTEE.

RAYMOND.—Died at her home in Fayette, Ohio, March 28, 1901, Sister Millie Raymond, aged 50 years, 2 months, 25 days. She had long been a firm believer in the Third Angel's Message. She was a patient, uncomplaining sufferer. She sleeps in Jesus. Words of comfort were spoken from Rev. 7:14. M. J. SNYDER.

HOOPER.—Died at Vance Creek, Wis., Dec. 3, 1901, Samuel H. Hooper, aged 51 years. He was a faithful member of the church here. His death was due to injuries received from a wood-saw. He leaves a faithful wife and six children to mourn. Words of comfort were given at the funeral by Brother D. C. Burch, from Job 14:14. J. B. SCOTT.

SCHMALZ.—Died in College View, Neb., April 9, 1901, of diabetes, Carl Schmalz, aged 19 years and 13 days. He was converted at the age of fourteen, and joined the College View church. His sufferings were great, but the cross of Christ made up for it all. At the funeral, words of comfort were spoken from John 12:24–26. JOHN T. BOETTCHER.

HOLLENBECK.—Died Feb. 2, 1901, of heart-disease, Irene, wife of Nicholas Hollenbeck, aged 74 years, 2 months. Sister Hollenbeck had lived in the faith about twenty-six years. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church of Mt. Vernon, Wash. A husband and four children survive. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. D. T. FERO.

FULTZ.—Fell asleep in Jesus, April 14, 1901, near Rochester, Ind., Mary E. Fultz, aged 48 years, 11 months, 21 days. For the last seven years mother had suffered untold misery caused by cancers, yet she endured it all patiently. Eighteen years ago she accepted present truth. It was her greatest desire to live till Christ's coming, but it was His will for her to sleep. NELLIE E. FULTZ.

MITCHELL.—Died near Englevale, Kan., April 13, 1901, Amanda Bell, wife of Brother J. J. Mitchell, aged 34 years, 8 months, 16 days. She was the mother of five children, of whom two remain, with the father, to mourn. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church. The funeral services were conducted by the writer at Englevale, Kan. Text, Isa. 25:8, 9. W. E. TUTTLE, pastor Church of God.

SEYMOUR.—Died in Battle Creek, Mich., April 5, 1901, of catarrh of the stomach, Alexander Seymour, aged 75 years, 1 month, and 21 days. He accepted the truth about forty-five years ago in Washtenaw County, Mich., under the labors of Elder J. N. Loughborough, and has since lived an earnest Christian life. He died with faith in God, and a hope of the life beyond. Remarks were made by the writer. W. B. WHITE.

FRANCISCO.—Fell asleep in Jesus at his home at Norvell, Mich., March 10, 1901, Brother John Francisco, aged 76 years. The last few weeks of his life were marked with the rich blessing of God. The Lord seemed to be fitting him up for the change that was coming. He leaves a devoted wife, in feeble health, three daughters, and two sons. The remains were taken to Allegan, Mich., for burial, and services were conducted in the Seventh-day Adventist church at that place by the writer. R. C. HORTON.

BEAVAN.—Died at our home in Galway, N. Y., March 17, 1901, my dear husband, Charles Beavan, aged 71 years. A very comforting sermon was preached by Elder A. R. Hyatt, from Isa. 25:8. ELEANOR BEAVAN.

MANTZ.—George H. Mantz was born in Schuylkill County, Pa., July 2, 1849, and died in Keota, Iowa, April 30, 1901, of general paralysis. He was a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist church. W. M. ADAMS.

CRANDALL.—Died at her home near Iowa Falls, Iowa, March 22, 1901, of pneumonia and heart-disease, my dear mother, Mrs. De Witt Crandall. She was a true Christian, and died believing in the soon coming of our Saviour. The funeral, held at the Congregational church, was conducted by the pastor, Rev. T. M. Price, and the interment took place in the Friends' cemetery. Died April 4, 1901, of typhoid pneumonia, my twin sister, Cora Crandall. In 1883 she began her work as teacher, and taught many terms in Hardin and Franklin counties. Always earnest and conscientious, her work in the schoolroom stands a fitting monument to her memory. Her illness at first was not thought to be dangerous, and she continued to care for mother until the disease developed into pneumonia. Her life was one of sacrifice, and she died a firm believer in Jesus' soon coming. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Price at the Congregational church, April 6. GRACE CRANDALL.

HILL.—Died March 19, 1901, Orpheus B. Hill, aged 79 years, 11 months, and 19 days. He accepted present truth under the preaching of Elder F. I. Richardson, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Sand Lake, Mich., in 1892. He was an earnest, devoted Christian, and rests in hope of seeing his Saviour at the first resurrection. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder Eugene Leland. MARY E. HILL.

PAXTON.—Died May 17, 1901, of pneumonia, George Paxton, aged 73 years, a resident of the Bronx, New York City. He was a patient sufferer, and died with a bright hope of immortality. He was born in England, came to the United States in 1873, traveled in many States, and accepted present truth on becoming acquainted with it about eight years ago. Remarks were made at the funeral from Prov. 14:32. L. T. NICOLA.

SWEET.—Died at Blockville, N. Y., April 19, 1901, of uremic poisoning, after nearly eight weeks of sickness, my dear mother, Ann H. Sweet, aged 34 years, 11 months, 23 days. She became interested in the Third Angel's Message in 1877, and shortly after was baptized. She fell asleep with the bright hope of a part in the first resurrection. Words of comfort were spoken by W. L. Brisbin. FLORENCE SWEET.

McCLAFLIN.—Died at Humbird, Wis., May 5, 1901, of pneumonia, Brother Elisha McClaflin, aged 70 years, 11 months, 1 day. He became a Seventh-day Adventist about twenty years ago, and was one of the oldest members of the Humbird church. He passed away with a bright hope of eternal life. Two sisters and five children are left to mourn their loss. Comforting words were spoken by the writer, from Job 19:25–27. H. L. HANSON.

ALLPHIN.—Died in Corvallis, Ore., April 3, 1901, of consumption of the bowels, Sister Mary Allphin, aged 68 years, 1 month, 16 days. Sister Allphin was a pioneer of the State, and also a pioneer in the work of the Third Angel's Message, having accepted the truth about twenty years ago. She loved the truth and lived a consistent life. She leaves six children to mourn their great loss. The funeral sermon, by the writer, was based on Isa. 61:1–3. R. D. BENHAM.

JORDAN.—Fell asleep in Jesus, Feb. 5, 1901, at Winona, Wash., of pneumonia, whooping-cough, and chicken pox, Orval Vernon Jordan, aged 6 years, 5 months, 16 days. Although heart-broken, we expect, if we follow the Lord in all things, to meet him in the resurrection morning. He talked much of the Lord's coming, asking many times when we thought it would be. Funeral sermon by Elder Smith, of Spokane. GEORGE AND MINNIE JORDAN.

JACKSON.—Died near Lockland, Ohio, June 5, 1900, Levenia Carrington Jackson, wife of Benj. F. Jackson, an elder in the Lockland Presbyterian church, of which she was a member. Her Christian life was ripened into such perfect trust and resignation to the divine will; that the inspiration of her daily prayer was: “Heavenly Father, grant me such grace and resignation that to do thy will may be my meat and my drink.” Funeral service was held at 10 A. M., June 8, in Lockland Presbyterian church. Interment was made at Spring Grove cemetery. B. F. J.

KING.—Edith G. King, of Grand Island, Neb., died of typhoid fever, April 28, 1901, aged 18 years, 9 months. At the time of her death she was connected with the missionary training class for nurses, in Chicago. The Master's words in John 11:25 were used by the writer in seeking to comfort the bereaved parents and friends. She was laid to rest at Central City, Neb. J. W. BOYNTON.

PLANTE.—Died near Tigerton, Wis., April 22, 1901, Hannah M. Plante, née Petersen, aged nearly 31 years. She was struck by a limb falling from a tree near the house, which caused her death four hours from the time the accident occurred. She was converted when a child, and baptized at the age of fifteen, and had since lived a consistent Christian life. Her greatest desire was to do the work of her Master, and be a living witness to her friends and neighbors of the truth she held so dear. L. A. PETERSEN.

CHILDS.—Died in Oakland, Cal., April 18, 1901, of heart-disease and dropsy, M. W. Childs, aged 70 years, 4 months, 18 days. The last nine or ten years of his life were devoted to the humble service of God, although he was in poor health. He expired suddenly while seated by the grate fire at the beginning of family worship. He leaves a wife, two sons, and two daughters, one of whom is the wife of Elder W. T. Knox. The blessed hope is the source of their comfort. Funeral services were held in Oakland; interment took place in Los Angeles. H. A. ST. JOHN.

APPLEGATE.—Died March 22, 1901, at Indianapolis, Ind., of chronic nephritis, Sarah A. Applegate, daughter of Andrew C. and Mary A. Knight, aged 38 years, 10 months, 24 days. She and her husband accepted present truth about twenty years ago, and united with the church at Hutchinson, Kan., in which the deceased was a consistent member. Rom. 6:23 formed the basis of remarks by the writer, at Indianapolis. The remains were taken to Eagletown, Ind., for interment, where Elder L. Thompson spoke to the friends cheering words from Rev. 14:13. A. L. MILLER.

ROACH.—Died in Battle Creek, Mich., April 1, 1901, Alfred T. Roach, aged nineteen years. Brother Roach accepted the message, and became a member of the Mansfield, La., church at its organization last October. Inspired by a heavenly zeal, his desire was to be trained for the Master's service, but his Heavenly Father chose that he should rest. Services were conducted by Elder McCoy and the writer. Interment was made at Oak Hill cemetery, Battle Creek. S. B. HORTON.

ROBERTS.—Died in East Alton, Ill., April 21, 1901, Elder Elias F. Roberts, aged 83 years, 11 months, and 12 days. He was born in the town of Durham, Me., May 15, 1817; preached his first sermon in Manchester, Ind., in May, 1838; began the practice of medicine in Tippecanoe Co., Ind., in 1848; crossed the plains with an ox team to California in 1850, where he worked, preached, and practiced medicine in Dallas, Polk Co., and the East in 1851; traveled in Central America during the summer of 1852; returned to California the same year, and drifted into Oregon; preached and practiced medicine in Dallas, Polk Co., and in Eugene, Lane Co., Ore.; returned to the East in 1857, and settled in Newport, Ky.; in the winter of 1859–60 moved to Jeffersonville, Ind., and was employed by the government to take charge of convalescents; was commissioned chaplain of the Forty-fourth Regiment of the Indiana Volunteer Infantry, in 1863; resigned commission in the army on account of sickness in family, and resumed the practice of medicine and preaching in Jeffersonville, Ind., until the fall of 1864, when he was sent to Oregon by the Board of Missions of the Episcopalian church; labored in Roseburg, Summerville, Ore., and afterward in Seattle, Wash.; was elected chaplain of the soldiers' home in the fall of 1893, and served them two years; made fifteen voyages at sea, preached in twelve States, traveling altogether over one hundred and twenty-eight thousand miles in his labors, and had scores of acquaintances in California, Oregon, Indiana, and other States. In February, 1901, he went to the St. Helena Sanitarium, Cal., where he received the kindest of treatment and was greatly benefited. He accepted the truth of the Third Angel's Message in 1877, and traveled thousands of miles, much of it on foot, preaching the soon coming of the Lord and warning the people to get ready. He left the sanitarium on or about April 15, arrived at my house April 21, very much fatigued; took to his bed, which was already prepared for him by his niece, my wife, where every attention was paid him until the end, which came very peacefully. He was full of hope and Christian courage, and was conscious to the last. May we be as ready as he to answer the summons when it comes. SILAS G. COOPER.