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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jan 9, 1913

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 90, No. 2.

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ORR.—Sister Jenette Orr was born in Collins, Erie Co., N. Y., May 28, 1830. She died at the home of her granddaughter, her only surviving relative. She was a faithful member of the Luce church, and an earnest Christian, although for years she was unable to attend services. The funeral was conducted by the writer. WM. OSTRANDER.
WYANT.—Ernest Wyant was born in Corydon, Iowa, March 29, 1870. At the age of seventeen years, while attending a camp-meeting held in Cherryvale, Kans., he was baptized into the third angel's message. Two years later he attended school at Union College. The family moved to California, and on Thanksgiving day, 1900, he was married. Twelve years from that day he fell asleep in Jesus at Healdsburg, Cal. His companion and two children, together with his parents and two sisters, are left to mourn. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Job 14:14 and John 11:25, 26. I. P. DILLON.
SIMS.—Died at Rock Hall, Md., Nov. 4, 1912, Sister Clara E. Sims. She was born in Rock Hall, Oct. 15, 1884, and was converted at the age of fifteen and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Sister Sims was an active and faithful church worker, being especially interested in the Sabbath-school. She possessed excellent qualities, and was a sincere Christian, her daily life testifying to her loyalty to her Saviour, in whom she trusted to the end. Her death is mourned by a husband, four children, a father and a mother, two sisters, one brother, and a large circle of relatives and friends. A large and sympathetic congregation was present at the funeral service. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. ROSCOE T. BAER.
PRINCE.—James Prince was born in London, England, April 12, 1838, and died at Camanche, Iowa, Oct. 31, 1912. The early part of his business life was spent as a sailor. In 1870 he came to Chicago, and two years later was united in marriage to Miss Annie Nelson. In 1878 he became a member of the first English-speaking Seventh-day Adventist Church in Chicago. At the time of his death, he held membership at Clinton, Iowa. For thirteen years Brother Prince labored as a colporteur in the Illinois Conference, residing for some time at Plano. His wife and one son mourn their loss. Interment took place in Grove Hill Cemetery, at Morrison, Ill., words of comfort having been spoken by R. M. Acherman, pastor of the Methodist church. A. N. ANDERSON.
MINNICK.—Sarah Jane Minnick was born March 24, 1835, and died at Carlisle, Pa., Nov. 12, 1912. She was an earnest Christian for many years; and when the light of present truth came to her, she gladly accepted it. She was baptized by the writer Oct. 16, 1910. The funeral service, which was conducted by the writer, was largely attended. A. R. BELL.
FLINT.—Mrs. Mary A. Flint was born in New York State, Sept. 27, 1843, and died at her home near Newalla, Okla., Nov. 5, 1912. In the year 1879 she accepted present truth under the labors of Elder R. M. Kilgore. A son and a daughter are left to mourn. Words of comfort were spoken at the grave, and we laid her to rest till God shall call forth his own. MRS. MINNIE FARNSWORTH.
HARDEN.—Eliza Tipton Harden was born in Missouri June 14, 1842, and died at her home in Reno, Nev., Dec. 2, 1912, aged 70 years, 5 months, and 18 days. She was married to William Davis Harden March 26, 1863, and the same year came to Nevada, which State was her home until her death. She was the mother of nine children, five of whom, together with the husband and father, are left to mourn. Sister Harden accepted present truth about twenty years ago, and until her death was a faithful, devoted follower of her Redeemer. We believe that she sleeps in Jesus. Words of comfort and admonition were spoken by the writer. J. S. HARMON.
COX.—Died in Sherman County, Oregon, Nov. 4, 1912, George Shelby Cox, aged 54 years. Some years ago he united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church at Vancouver, Wash.; but shortly after, the family moved to where there were none of like precious faith, and he drifted into the world. Before his death, however, his mind grasped anew the promises of God, and he died rejoicing in the hope of those who sleep in Jesus. His companion, four sons, and one daughter are left to mourn the loss of a loving husband, and a tender, companionable father. The writer spoke words of comfort and hope to those who attended the funeral service. The leading texts were Ps. 90:12 and 2 Peter 1:4. C. A. WYMAN.
COVEY.—Aurelia P. Casey was born in New York State Feb. 8, 1832. At the age of fifteen years she went with her parents to Battle Creek, Mich. At that place she accepted present truth, and was a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church from her thirtieth year until she fell asleep in Jesus, at Waverly, Kans., Oct. 21, 1912. The deceased was united in marriage with E. J. Covey in Albany, Wis., July 5, 1866. She taught for fifteen years in the public schools of Michigan and Wisconsin, and later in Iowa. For years she was a member of the Afton, Iowa, church, but in 1880 the family moved to Missouri, and from that time she was almost wholly deprived of church services, except for a short residence in Kansas City. Her aged companion and three daughters are left to mourn. Pastor West (Methodist), who often visited father and mother, conducted the funeral service. MRS. MAY C. SAMPSON.
WINKLEY.—Died at Le Roy, N. Y., Dec. 5, 1912, Mrs. Julia Winkley, aged 70 years and 6 months. Sister Winkley led an unusually busy life for one of her age, having been almost constantly engaged in her chosen profession of nursing. Feeling the need of rest, she was visiting relatives and friends, and on the evening of December 4 retired to her room feeling as well as usual. The next morning she suffered some distress, which was relieved by simple treatment, but about noon she passed peacefully away. The deceased was one of the pioneers of the message in western New York. She was ever active, courageous, and faithful in all her duties and charities, and made many friends wherever she went. She was faithful unto the end. A large company of relatives and friends attended the funeral. We laid our sister to rest by the side of her husband, who died four years ago, to await the call of the Life-giver. H. W. CARR.
BLANKENSHIP.—Died in Petersburg, Va., Nov. 18, 1912, Andrew Wesley Blankenship, in his sixty-fifth year. He was a patient sufferer during his last illness, and fell asleep in the hope of a part in the first resurrection. Several years ago he embraced this message, and at the time of his death was a faithful member of the Richmond Seventh-day Adventist Church. The writer conducted the funeral services. J. DRURY REAVIS.
NEWELL.—Emma Jane Parker was born in 1857. She was married to John Kerr Newell on Jan. 11, 1878. To this union ten children were born, nine of whom are left to mourn. For thirty-two years Sister Newell was a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. She was a loving wife, a devoted mother, and a humble Christian. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Rev. 14:13 and Ps. 116:15. We laid her to rest in the Liberty cemetery, four miles west of Mount Vernon, Ohio. D. E. LINDSEY.
THOMAS.—Elsie Louise Putnam was born in Machias, Maine, Jan. 15, 1876, and died Dec. 6, 1912. She was married to Ollie Thomas Aug. 16, 1909. Although Elsie never made a profession of religion, yet we have every assurance that she gave her heart wholly to God before her death. She had a smile and a kind word for every one; and while we miss her sadly, we have the assurance that if we are faithful, we shall meet her again in the earth made new. The funeral service was conducted by Pastor R. H. Hiner, as no Seventh-day Adventist minister was near. Her husband and parents-in-law are left to mourn. MRS. FRANCIS THOMAS.
RHODES.—William S. Rhodes was born Sept. 1, 1879, in Sugar Grove, Ohio, and died Dec. 8, 1912, at Columbus, Ohio, aged 33 years, 3 months, and 7 days. He was a constant sufferer for the last three years of his life, but he was resigned to the will of God, and fell asleep in the blessed hope. The deceased was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church at Watrousville, Mich. He attended Sabbath services after he was too weak to walk unassisted, and enjoyed the blessings and promises of God. His wife, parents, one sister, with other relatives and many friends, are left to mourn, but they sorrow not as those who have no hope. JOHN FRANCIS OLMSTED.
MORRIS.—Fatima B. Morris was born in New Hampshire, July 23, 1821, and died in East Aurora, N. Y., Dec. 5, 1912, aged 91 years, 4 months, and 12 days. Sister Morris accepted present truth in 1870, and was baptized by Elder Cottrell. During the last years of her life she did not enjoy the privilege of meeting with those of like precious faith, yet she maintained her integrity toward God and stood firmly for the truth. She saw the stars fall in 1833, and was able to describe this sign of Christ's coming to those who called to see her. She was a constant reader of our good papers, and well informed as to the progress of the message. Two daughters, one son, and one stepson are left to mourn. T. B. WESTBROOK.
NETHERY.—Died at College Place, Wash., Mrs. Ida Nethery, aged 31 years. Mrs. Nethery was the daughter of Elder N. P. and Andrea Nelson, so long and favorably known as burden-bearers in this cause. At the age of twelve she was baptized and united with the Swan Lake, S. Dak., church. In 1897 she entered Union College. Upon completing her work she was appointed Sabbath-school secretary of the Nebraska Conference, holding this position for two years. She was later called to a like position in the Texas Conference, serving this conference also as conference secretary. However, she took the greatest comfort in the help she was able to render her father as his private secretary during his arduous labors as local and union conference president. In 1906 she was united in marriage to W. G. Nethery. Removing from Texas, they made their home in Sheridan, Wyo. Three children were born to them, two girls and one boy. Death claimed the boy a little more than six months ago. Sister Nethery began failing in health, and, hoping that a change would be beneficial, they moved to College Place, but without avail; and Nov. 1, 1912, she quietly passed away. As the end drew near, she often expressed a hope in the soon-coming resurrection. The funeral service was conducted by Elder O. A. Johnson, assisted by the writer. C. W. FLAIZ.
GRIMES.—Ellen Grimes was born near Indianapolis, Ind., Sept. 26, 1825, and died at Arkansas City, Kans., Sept. 20, 1912. For nearly forty years she was a firm believer in present truth, and although in limited circumstances, was always ready to give her mite toward its promulgation. One son and one daughter are left to mourn. The funeral services were conducted by Pastor George, of Winfield, Kans. A. G. NEWMAN.
GUE.—Our beloved sister, Fannie Gue, fell asleep in Jesus, at Yale, Ohio, Nov. 27, 1912, in her sixty-third year. She was never more happy than when serving others, and died in the bright hope of this truth, which she embraced twenty-nine years ago. Her husband and eight children are left to mourn. She was a member of the Alliance, Ohio, church at the time of her death. Elder H. F. Graf conducted the funeral service. FANNIE EMMEL.
REINHARDT.—Isaac Reinhardt was born near New Bedford, Ohio, Oct. 29, 1856, and died at his home in Winfield, Kans., Dec. 20, 1912. In November of 1880 he was married to Julia C. Hileman. To them were born four children, two of whom survive. Brother Reinhardt accepted present truth a number of years ago, and he fell asleep in the blessed hope. His companion, one son, and one daughter mourn their loss. The writer conducted the funeral service, speaking words of comfort from Job 14:14 and John 3:16. H. L. SHAFER.
DE VINE.—Mary Elizabeth De Vine, née Johnson, was born June 16, 1844, in Zanesville, Ohio, and died at her home in Pittsburgh, Pa., Dec. 10, 1912. She leaves to mourn her death a devoted husband, two daughters, one brother, and two sisters. Sister De Vine was a patient sufferer for many years. She was of a cheerful disposition, and was firm in the belief of the truth. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for twenty-three years. The writer conducted the funeral service, assisted by Elder W. A. Westworth. Text, Ps. 116:15. JOHN P. GAEDE.
JAMES.—Thomas H. James was born in Wabash County, Indiana, Oct. 3, 1845, and died at Loma Linda, Cal., Dec. 13, 1912. The deceased made no profession of religion until he was forty-nine years of age. His wife accepted present truth years before, and diligently trained their children in the fear of the Lord. Their united prayers were agencies in bringing the loved father to the Saviour, and the last eighteen years of his life were spent in service for the Master. His companion, four sons, and one daughter survive. They sorrow, but it is with the assurance that they will meet their loved one when Jesus comes. CLARENCE SANTEE.
CLEASBY.—Mrs. Huldah H. Cleasby, aged 86 years, fell asleep in Jesus at the home of her adopted daughter in Nashua, N. H., Nov. 24, 1912. Sister Cleasby was sick but a few days after the shock which caused her death. She leaves one son, two adopted children, one sister, and one brother. It was at East Washington, N. H., under the labors of Elder O. O. Farnsworth and wife, in 1890, that she began the observance of the Sabbath, uniting with the Washington Seventh-day Adventist Church. She afterward transferred her membership to Nashua, where she was an active and valued member until her death. Her closing years were made very comfortable by the loving ministration of her niece, who was quick to anticipate her every wish. The funeral was conducted by the writer, the text being Num. 23:10. Interment at East Washington. F. W. STRAY.
FISTER.—Edwin Fister was born in 1837, and died Dec. 8, 1912. Although death came very suddenly, we feel certain that he sleeps in Jesus. During the last few months of his life he had a deep Christian experience. He was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for sixteen years. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from John 11:25. GEO. G. SIMS.
HANSEN.—Bernice Moore was born in Montcalm County, Michigan, Feb. 27, 1884. Her death occurred at her home near Trufant, Mich., Dec. 16, 1912. Nov. 20, 1905, she was married to Warner Hansen, who, together with her mother, sister, and brother, is left to mourn. A few months before her death Sister Hansen was baptized and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church at Trufant, and she fell asleep in the hope of a soon-coming Saviour. The funeral services were conducted by Elder C. F. McVagh, assisted by the writer. J. M. HOYT.
JOHNSON.—Almira Barton Johnson was born in Albany, N. Y., in 1823, and died at the home of her daughter, in Hancock, Wis., Oct. 19, 1912. She was married to Robert Johnson at Rochester, N. Y., in 1841. Eleven years later the family settled in Deerfield, Wis., where she lived the remainder of her time in this world. The deceased was the mother of nine children, four of whom are left to mourn. About fifty years ago Sister Johnson united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and she remained a faithful member of the same until her death. W. H. THURSTON.
RINE.—Florence Ella Rine, née Butcher, was born Jan. 20, 1866, at Vacaville, Cal., and died Nov. 27, 1912, at St. Helena, Cal. She was married to Prof. George W. Rine Sept. 4, 1890, at Healdsburg, Cal. For a number of years they resided in Healdsburg, Professor Rine being connected with the faculty of the Healdsburg College. At the time of her death he was a member of the faculty of Pacific Union College. When fourteen years of age, she was baptized and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and from that time until her death she led a devoted, godly life. Her family and the church, as well as the community, sustain a great loss in the death of Sister Rine. She leaves her husband and five children, a mother, three brothers, and four sisters to mourn. The funeral was held at Healdsburg, conducted by the writer. The text used was John 11:23. E. E. ANDROSS.