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Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Tuesday, March 10, 1885.

FromThe Advent Review and Sabbath Herald, Vol. 62, No. 10. Whole No. 1605.

Obituary Notices.

“Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth.”—Rev.

Died near Corunna, Mich., Feb. 2, 1885, of paralysis, Mrs. Dawson, widow of Wm. Dawson, aged nearly 75 years. Sr. Dawson kept the Sabbath for more than thirty years, being among the first to observe it at Tyrone, Mich. Six children mourn their loss, of whom were absent in distant States. She was of a [Christian] disposition, and submissive to the will of God. Funeral discourse by the writer from Matt. 28:6. F. D. Starr.

Died of pneumonia, Feb. 3, 1885, at Emporia, Mo., my daughter, Orfa, daughter of J. F. and B. Mallory, aged 3 years. Comfort was spoken by Bro. Wren to mourning friends and a crowd of sympathizing neighbors. Jos. H. Mallory.

Died of pneumonia near Marksville, Page Co., Va., Feb. 1, 1885, Kirbie Lester, infant son of Henry and Ruth V. Painter, aged 4 days. These parents have for some time been keeping the Sabbath of the Lord, but have not united with the church. During this sad affliction, they seem willing to do anything, any sacrifice for the sake of meeting this dear little one. We hope that the obstacles which have stood in the way may be removed, that they may come out fully on this point, and at last meet little Kirbie with all the saved, where there will be no more. Words of comfort by the writer from Mark 13:14. B. F. Purdham.

Died in Salisbury, Mo., Jan. 11, 1885, of inflammation of the bowels, Margaret L., wife of Wm. Naylor, aged 64 years. Sr. Naylor was formerly a member of the Christian church, but on hearing the views of S. D. Adventists under the preaching of Eld. Geo. [??], united with the Salisbury church at the time of its organization, July 28, 1879. Since that time she has clung to the faith with an unwavering faith, manifesting a great partiality for her children and sisters, and attending the Sabbath meetings punctually as long as her health would permit. She was a member of the tract society, and tried faithfully to do something toward others in the truth she loved. Only a few days before her demise, in her report, with many regrets, she said that she had not been able to do more. She had been in feeble health for some time, but her nearest neighbors dreamed that the end was so near. Friday evening, Jan. 9, she was taken severely ill, growing rapidly worse until the morning of the 11th, when she peacefully breathed her last. Before losing consciousness, she talked calmly and fearlessly of death, which she knew was inevitable, and fully resigned, yet manifested great anxiety in regard to the welfare of her children, of whom there are four or five, all married. She wished to retain consciousness until her son and daughter should arrive, but the drowsy feeling overcame her and slumber carried her into a land of forgetfulness. Besides her children, she leaves a devoted husband. She sorrowed not, “as those who have no hope;” for her faith and love the same truth that was her consolation in the last, “Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.” Vita Morrow.

Died in Tarrant Co., Texas, Feb. 10, 1885, of consumption, Bro. Andrew Oliver, aged 67 years, 1 month, and 18 days. He had been a victim of that lingering disease two years, bore his sufferings patiently. His last hours were spent in exhorting those around him to follow their true pattern, the Saviour, and was clear to the last. He was formerly a member of the church, but seven years ago embraced the doctrines of the Seventh-day Adventists. For four years past he has been a member of the Cleburne church. He leaves a wife and four children, who feel that they have sustained a great loss. A noble example of patience and humility has been left us. We sorrow not as without hope; for we know if we are faithful we shall meet our loved ones when the Life-giver comes. H. L. and S. E. Oliver.

Died of membranous croup in East Washburn, Aroostook Co., Me., Nov. 16, 1884, Zoa A., youngest child of Peter and Adaline [surname illegible], aged 4 years and 1 month. Little Zoa was the center of attraction in the home, and her loss cannot be repaired until the bands of love are broken, and the children “come again from the land of glory.” As there were none of our ministers accessible, the funeral services were deferred until Feb. 22, when a full house listened to remarks from the writer. A. O. Burrill.

Died in Canaan, Me., Feb. 16, 1885, Stephen L. Hilton, [age illegible] years. He had been afflicted about seven months, and all his sufferings were very great, they were borne with patience. May the blessing of God rest upon the family, and may they all heed the advice, and prepare to meet him in a world that knows no pain. Remarks at the funeral by the writer from the text selected by the deceased, John 14:14. P. B. Osborne.

Died at Vanderbilt, Mich., Jan. 24, 1885, Frank, eldest son of [name illegible] and Sr. Adgate, aged 8 years. Frankie was a member of our Sabbath-school, and we miss him very much; but we hope to meet him when Jesus comes. Dota Whitmarsh.

Died of dropsy of the heart, at her home near Mt. Jackson, Feb. 20, 1885, Mary Ellen, wife of Walter Craig, aged 59 years, 6 months, and 26 days. Sr. Craig embraced the Sabbath through the efforts of Eld. [name illegible]. She was baptized by Eld. L. Sanborn, and united with the Quicksburg church, since which time she has sustained a Christian character. A husband, nine children, and a large circle of friends mourn her loss. Funeral service by Eld. Ellies and [another], from Rev. 13:14. A. C. Neff.

Birmingham.—Died at Battle Creek, Mich., Aug. 27, 1884, Frank Birmingham, aged 30 years. Bro. B. was a member of the Alma church; for some time after the death of his wife he had been away from Alma until a few weeks previous to his death. His consistent life and devotion had greatly endeared him to the church, and all who had acquaintance with him. Upon a severe attack of disease of the kidneys he felt he must go at once to Battle Creek for medical advice; but in one short week his body was returned to Alma, where he was laid to rest by the side of his beloved wife until the words of the funeral are fulfilled as recorded in Rev. 14:6, 3, from which Eld. [name illegible] (Baptist) spoke words of comfort to the mourning friends in a large congregation. While we miss our brother from the Sabbath-school and social meeting, we cannot mourn as for those without hope. But our desire is to be prepared to meet him in those mansions that Jesus has gone to prepare. James Gargett.

Purdham.—Died very suddenly of congestion of the lungs, at Ticks ville, Va., Feb. 16, 1885, James Ambrose Purdham, aged 60 years, 1 month, and 13 days. He leaves a loved companion and four children to mourn their loss. He once belonged to the Methodist church; but for some time has believed the third angel’s message, although he did not take his stand to obey the truth. Words of comfort by the writer. George A. Stillwell.

Robinson.—Died near Bolivar, Polk Co., Mo., Feb. 8, 1885, Polly Robinson, in the 80th year of her age. She was born in Kentucky, and when sixteen years of age commenced to serve the Lord. About seven years ago she heard the truth preached and embraced it, uniting with the Seventh-day Adventist church in Newton Co., Mo. Soon after, she came to live with her sister in Polk County. The last year of her life, during which she was a great sufferer, she was deprived of the privilege of meeting with Sabbath-keepers; but the Review was a weekly visitor at her home, and she took great pleasure in reading it. She was highly esteemed by a large circle of friends. The funeral discourse was delivered by Eld. J. W. Watt, from Rev. 14:13. We trust she is one of the number described in that text, who rest from their labor till the Life-giver shall come. Dan T. Jones.

Martin.—Died in Galesburg, Mich., Oct. 7, 1884, Mary L., wife of Wm. Martin, aged 71 years and 4 months. She embraced present truth in 1857, from hearing a course of lectures by Elds. Waggoner and Bates, at Colon, Mich. She highly prized the REVIEW, and was a faithful Christian, making friends everywhere by her kindness to the sick and suffering. Her loss is mourned by a companion and three children, to whom her last words of admonition and counsel to a faithful life were given before she fell asleep. Funeral services conducted by the writer, and attended by a large concourse of neighbors and friends. Wm. C. Gage.