OSCAR ALTSCHUL DEAD.
A telegram was received here Saturday morning by relatives that Mr. Oscar Altschul had died at nine o'clock Saturday morning at Ashville, N.C., where he had gone for his health. Mr. Altschul, who had been a prominent figure in the tobacco industry here for a number of years left here last September with his family for Ashville in the hope of regaining his health, he being a sufferer from tuberculosis, and it was thought by his friends here that he was getting along nicely, although they knew that his condition was serious. His father left here on last Friday to pay him a visit and reached there just a few hours after his death. His wife, son and mother were at his bedside when the end came. His body was laid to rest in the Jewish cemetery at Bainbridge, Ga., on Tuesday afternoon, Rabbi Landaner conducting the funeral services. Quite a number of friends and relatives from here went up to be present as the last sad rites were said over the body.

Mr. Altschul had been connected with the tobacco industry here in Quincy for a number of years, coming here about fifteen years ago and opening a cigar business. Later on he worked with one of the leading tobacco packing houses here in Quincy for a number of years, finally going into the business for himself. Besides buying and handling tobacco, he run(sic) several plantations. During all the years that he made Quincy his home Mr. Altschul was prominently identified with the interests of the city, being at all times a loyal, progressive citizen. He was a charter member of the local Elks and a Woodman of the World. Mr. Altschul is survived by his wife, son, Mr. Arthur T. Altschul, father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. J. Altschul, and sister, Mrs. Jacob Weil of Quincy, two sisters, Mrs. A. Cohn of London, England, and Mrs. L. G. Baum of New York, and one brother, Mr. Chas. D. Altschul of Chicago.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 17, 1919] (He is buried in Oak City Cemetery, Bainbridge, GA)

Mrs. Raymond Arnsdoff Passes Away Monday P. M. Berma Callaway Arnsdoff, wife of Raymond L. Arnsdoff, passed away at her home in this city Monday night following a brief illness of only a few days. Her death came as a terrible shock to her many friends in the city, few of whom even knew that she was ill. Mrs. Arnsdoff had undergone an operation almost a year ago and had never entirely recovered from the effects of it, however, it was not thought that she was in a serious condition whatsoever. For several days preceding her death she had complained of an attack of tonsilitis and Monday she grew worse, the end arriving in the early evening. The deceased woman was the devoted mother of four little children, Raymond L., Jr., 8; Betty, 6; Jenne, 4; and Bobby, 2. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Callaway, of Atlanta, Ga., having been long a resident of that city. Since her marriage in 1919 she had been living in Quincy. The funeral services were held yesterday morning and interment was made in the Arnsdoff lot in Attapulgus, Ga., with Rev. Blackwell, of this city, officating assisted by the Methodist preacher of Attapulgus. Mrs. Arnsdoff was a member of the St. Paul's Methodist church in Atlanta and had long been a Christian worker. She is survived by her husband and children, her parents, two sisters, Mrs. J. T. Simpson, of McDonough, Ga., and Miss Helen Callaway, of Atlanta, and two brother, Ralph and John, A., Jr. Mr. Arnsdoff is employed as a bookkeepter with the American Sumatra Tobacco company of this city.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 20, 1929]

C. B. Arrington, 54 Dies in Richmond
Claude B. Arrington, 54, prominent business man and public official in the County since 1910 died at a hospital in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Oct. 27, following a long illness. Mr. Arrington was born in Hurtsboro, Ala., and moved to Havana in 1910 where he married Miss Leo Miller. He was co-founder and president of Arrington and Miller, Inc., leading business in Havana, and was associated with Thompson Chevrolet Co. In 1936 he was appointed as member of the District Welfare Board and served as chairman until 1942. He was Lt. Col. on Gov. Holland's staff in 1940. Mr. Arrington served as a member of the Havana Town Council for 20 years and was president of the body for eight years. He was a past master of Masonic Lodge No. 167 and a Shriner. During the past several months he has not been active in business due to failing health. He had taken treatment in Richmond several months ago and returned recently after suffering a recurrence of his ailment. He is survived by his widow, a son, Lt. C. Fred Arrington, of Camp Gordon, Ga.; four brothers, C. W., of Damascus, Ga., A. C., of Hurtsboro, Ala.; Jack, of Perry, Fla.; and N. B., of Charlotte, N.C.; and a sister, Mrs. Fannie Wilson, os Hurtsboro. Another brother, Lee W., died Oct. 24, at his home in Havana. The funeral was conducted at the Havana Methodist Church, of which he was a member, Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Rev. A. R. Buhrman, pastor, officiated, assisted by Rev. E. F. Quarterman and Rev. H. B. Jamieson. Burial was in the Shelfer Cemetery with Butler-Morgan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were members of the Masonic Lodge.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 4, 1943]

L. W. Arrington Died at Age 58
Lee W. Arrington, 58, died at his home in Havana Sunday afternoon after a long illness. Mr. Arrington was born in Hurtsboro, Ala., and moved to Havana 27 years ago. He was a merchant and farmer and served as member of the Havana City Council for a number of years. He was a member of the Havana Methodist Church and the Havana Masonic Lodge. The funeral was held at five o'clock Monday afternoon at the Methodist church with the pastor Rev. R. Buhrman, officiating and assisted by Rev. E. F. Quarterman, of the Presbyterian church and Rev. H. B. Jamieson of the Baptist Church. A Masonic service was held at the Havana cemetery with Butler-Morgan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Besides his widow, Mr. Arrington is survived by a son, Bobby, of Havana; five brothers, C. W., of Dawson, Jack of Perry, A. C., of Hurtsboro, Claude, of Havana, and Mack of Charlotte, N. C.; and a sister, Mrs. T. Wilson, of Hurtsboro. Pallbearers were members of the Masonic Lodge.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 28, 1943]

Death of Little Girl
The body of the 4 months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Atkinson of Gibson was laid to rest in Old Salem Cemetery at 1:30 p. m. Friday, following services conducted by Rev. Floyd P. Davis, Havana Baptist church pastor. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of their many friends in the death of their little girl.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 18, 1934]

In Memoriam - William Edward Atwater
In the passing of Mr. William Edward Atwater, of Chattahoochee and Old Mt. Pleasant, which occurred suddenly at his home on the evening of July 17, we know that one has gone who will be greatly missed not only by his family, but scores of friends whom he loved and who love him. Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Martha Wilkes Atwater, and seven children. They are Charles J. Atwater, of Ft. Lauderdale; Mrs. Oliver Evans McKeown, River Junction; DeWitt Atwater, of Chattahoochee; George M. Atwater, of Quincy; Mrs. Joseph J. Wooten, Milledgeville, Ga.; Elton L. Atwater and Miss Rossie Atwater, of Chattahoochee. Mr. Atwater had attained the age of 71 and had lived a life of which anyone might well be proud. He was a man of high ideals and had the courage of his convictions; a citizen who held an honored place among his fellowmen; a Christian true and devout, a member of the Methodist church where he was a lay leader and Sunday school superintendentent for thirty years. It has been said of him that he never turned a deaf ear to a person in need or to a worthy cause. Much of his life was given in servie to others. What a wonderful religion. For the Master has said, "Inasmuch as ye did it unto the least of these my brethren, ye did it unto Me." Death for our departed brother had no sting, the grave no victory.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, July 28, 1927]

J. T. Bailey, 69 Died Thursday
John Temple Bailey, 69, of Chattahoochee, died of a heart attack near his home last Thursday. Mr. Bailey had interests in farm and lumber industries of Chattahoochee since 1921, and had been prominently identified with civic life of the community. He was married to Mary Davis in Gordo, Ala., in 1897. He is survived by his widow and seven children, one son, H. C. Bailey, preceeded him in death. The children are: Mrs. Thomas Sanders, Aliceville, Ala., Mrs. Lane Timmons, Quincy, Mrs. George M. Creighton, Quincy, Pvt. Frank D. Bailey, Ft. Belvoir, Va., Mrs. O. W. Jenkins, Lindale, Ga., Mrs. Mark Munroe, Jr., Quincy, and Mrs. Carl Rude, Madison. Active pallbearers were Stillman Bell, W. O. Bell, H. H. Hirt, Archie Whigham, W. P. Johnson and Dr. B. F. Barnes. Honorary pallbearers were W. D. Atwater, M.S. Reeves, Jone Lines, R. H. Hatcher, Dr. W. D. Rogers, Chester Mayhall, D. H. Morgan, Dr. J. H. Therrell, N. S. James, A. B. Cook, Leo Daffin, Edgar Scarborough and John Bell. Clark-Bell Funeral Home, of Chattahoochee, was in charge of arrangements.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, December 23, 1943]

Joseph Green Ball Dies in Sanford
Word has been received here of the death at 1 o'clock this morning in Sanford of Joseph Green Ball, 63, a native of Gadsden county, where for many years he made his home. He was a son of the late Green Ball, of Gadsden county. While the direct cause of the death of Mr. Ball has not been learned, it is known that he was a sufferer for some years of diabetes. Burial will be made Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock in Sanford, where for this past thirteen years the deceased has made his home. Prior to going to Sanford to engage in the hardware business, Mr Ball had been engaged in this line of mercantile business in Quincy. Mr. Ball is survived by three sisters and two brothers,, living in Thomasville, Ga., a sister, Mrs. Howard Sylvester, of Quincy, and by one brother in California, as well as by his widow and the following named children: Hodgson, Sanford; Henry, Miami; Mrs. Katherine Steed, Kiissimmee; Merrie Frances Brown, Sanford.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 21, 1929]

In Memoriam - Mrs. Orion O. Barber
Mrs. Orion O. Barber was the daughter of Carroll and Sarah Johnson, and was born in South Florida on January 9, 1847. She was married to Jordan Barber in 1877. She joined the Baptist church when she was about 22 years old, and remained a member through her long life. She had lived in Concord, Florida, practically all her life, and formed, and was well known, by a large circle of kindred and friends, meriting and holding their high esteem through all the years. She had only two children born to her and these died when very young. She had lived "four score years and ten." 80 years, 8 months, 16 days, being her exact age. Nearing the end of her earthly pilgrimage, she realized she could not remain much longer here among us, but awaited with confidence and a willingness to go, the final farewell. Her mortal remains were committed to the silent tomb in the Concord cemetery to lie in dust until the resurrection morning. Funeral rites were conducted by Rev. S. N. Burns, pastor of the Methodist church in Hinson, Fla., assisted by Rev. W. J. Gray, also of Hinson.
---S. N. Burns.
[Obituary Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 6, 1927]

H. C. Bare Dead
News has been received here of the death of H. C. Bare, of West Palm Beach, which occurred in Tuson, Ariz., where he had just gone to live . Mr. Bare was married August 15 to Miss Katie Nicholson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Nicholson. Mrs. Bare has the sympathy of her friends here in her bereavement.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, November 3, 1927]

Body C. G. Barlow Shipped Mississippi for Burial
Following an illness of several weeks, C. G. Barlow, 46, died at the Gadsden County Hospital Monday of a complication of brights disease and malaria. Mr. Barlow had been a resident of Gadsden county for only three monts, having come to Florida from Mississippi three years ago. He had no relatives in this state, his father and mother and other relatives resideing in Mississippi. The body was propared for burial and was shipped to Algoma, Miss., by the N. J. Clark Funeral Home, of Quincy.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929]

George W. Bassett Died at Age of 85
News of the death at 8 o'clock last night of George W. Bassett, 85, at the home of his son, Geo. W. Bassett, Jr., was received with regret by the many friends of the aged Confederate veteran this morning. Services will be held this afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Gretna Presbyterian church, of which Mr. Bassett was a member, services being conducted by Rev. W. P. Chalmers. Burial will be made in Sunnydell cemetery at Gretna. Surviving members of the family of the deceased are three sons, Geo. W., W. N. and Robert Bassett; three daughters, Mrs. Annie Johnson, Mrs. Betty Moseley and Miss Mortimer Bassett, all of Gadsden county. Mr. Bassett was born at Macon, Ga., but spent practically his entire life here. He served with distinction in the Civil War and was active in the United Confederate Veterans organization in the state.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 21, 1929]

Death Saturday of Mrs. J. A. Bauldree
The many friends of Mrs. J. A. Bauldree, 63, were grieved to learn of her death which occurred Saturday at 4:10 p. m. in Gretna where she had made her home for the past ten years. Her death resulted from a paralytic stroke. Mrs. Bauldree was born and reared in the Sawdust community and had spent her entire life in Gadsden county where she was held in the high esteem of friends and neighbors. Funeral services were held from the Methodist church at 3:30 p. m. Sunday, the Rev. Earl Dodd, Baptist minister of Greensboro, officiating. Burial followed at Sunny Dell cemetery, near Gretna. Mrs. Bauldree was buried by the side of her husband, who died three years ago. She was a devoted member of the church and took an active part in church work. Pallbearers were Lane and Clifford Timmonns, George Bassett, Charles Humphrey, John Thompson and Mr. Peters, all of Gretna. Surviving Mrs. Bauldree is one brother, John Hermanus, who lives north of Quincy, and a step son, James Bauldree, Jr., of Gretna.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 4, 1934]

Death of Mrs. Beard
Our community was saddened Thursday morning when the death angel came and took from our midst our beloved neighbor and friend, Mrs. W. A. Beard. She was a faithful mother and wife. She leaves to mourn their loss besides her husband, four daughters and one son; Mrs. Mary Austin, Miss Ora Beard, Mrs. Hattie Lowe, of Midway; Miss Lillian Dennis and W. A. Beard, Jr., both of Tampa; besides a host of grandchildren and friends. The remains were laid to rest at the Reese family grave yard.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, February 22, 1934, excerpted from the Midway social news column]

Last Rites Held for Charles W. Bell------Charles Walter Bell, 71, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Leonard Butler, in Concord on June 1. Interment in Concord Cemetery. Born in Leon county, he had resided in Pahokee, until recently when he made his home with his daughter in Concord. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ethel Bell, of Tallahassee; five daughters, Mrs. Leonard Butler, of Concord; Hattie Bell, Mrs. M. W. Green, Mrs. John D. Gable, Jr., all of Tallahassee, and Mrs. T. L. Fields, McAllen, Texas; three sons, C. W. Bell, Jr., and Lewis Bell, of St. Augustine, and David B. Bell, U. S. Army.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated June 1945.]

Havana Mourns Death of Mrs. Mary Bell
A host of friends of Mrs. Mary Bell will regret to learn of her death at the home of her youngest daugher, Mrs. R. C. Butler, after a long period of illness. Mrs. Bell was born in Hendersonville, N. C., February 17, 1836. She was the daughter of John Herring, who moved to this county when Mrs. Bell was only one year old. She was married to Ira W. Bell in 1854 and was the mother of four girls and one boy. Mr. Bell died 51 years ago. She was a member of the Methodist church and always took an active interest in the work of the Lord. She was beloved by all who knew her and the sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved ones.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 17, 1929]

In Remembrance of My Darling Mother
The Death Angel visited our home Thursday morning, October 10, and took my dear mother, Mrs. Mary M. Bell. For two years mother had been almost an invalid, but was not entirely confined to her bed. She could sit up in her chair part of the time and look out the window. She was happy and cheerful all the while and it is like a ray of sunshine taken from us. My mother was 93 years, 8 months and 11 days of age at the time of her death. She is survived by three daughters, and a host of grandchildren, great and great great grandchildren. Oh, mother, you have left me and it is so lonely for me; I cannout see you again sitting by the window. You were so happy to sit and look at the beautiful sunshine, the flowers and the beauties of nature. Rest on, darling mother, you have a better home than I had for you. Rest in spirit, sleep while your heartbroken daughter o'er you weep. You were loved by all who knew your. Some day I will be with you, I hope.
Written by her youngest daughter, Mrs. R. C. Butler, Havana, Fla.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 17, 1929]

Norman C. Bell Died Sunday Evening After Three Weeks' Illness
After three and a half weeks of patient suffering, Norman C. Bell, aged sixty-two years, died Sunday evening at 6:15 at the Gadsden County Hospital. Mr. Bell was operated on for appendicitis and removal of an abcess from his liver four weeks ago and a week later a second operation was necessary for removal of an abcess back of the large intestine. While in a weakened state, he showed improvement the latter part of the week and his condition was regarded as encouraging, when Saturday night he developed pulmonary embolus in the right lung, cutting off the blood supply and resulting in his death the following evening. Surviving children are Mrs. L. L. Willis and L. A. Bell, of Quincy, and Mrs. G. P. Wood, of Vilas. four sisters, living in Grady county, Georgia, also survive him. Mrs. Bell, who was Miss Luella Bates, of this county, died eleven years ago. Funeral services were held from the Methodist church Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The officiating minister was Rev. F. J. Patterson, pastor, assisted by Rev. R. T. Russell, of the Baptist church, and Rev. D. J. blackwell, of te Presbyterian. Rev. Russell opened the services with prayer; he was followed by Rev. Blackwell, who paid a fine tribute to the Christian character of the deceased. Rev. Patterson delivered a beautiful sermon in which he sought to show that in the death of such men as Mr. Bell "death is swallowed up in victory." The church building which Mr. Bell took such a large part in erecting and maintaining was filled to capacity with relatives, friends and members of the Masonic fraternity, the latter marching in a body from the residence, with eight of their number officiating as pall bearers. The business houses of the town closed during the services. Upon conclusion of the church services a great throng of men, women and children followed the bier to the Eastern cemetery, where the last rites of the church were said by Rev. Patterson. With Past Master W. B. Greer as Worshipful Master, the solemn Masonic burial services were then conducted b Washington Lodge No. 2, of which Mr. Bell had been for many years a loyal member. Born and reared in which is now Grady county, Georgia, Mr. Bell moved to Quincy twenty-one years ago to engage in the retail hardware business. His business career here was one marked by fair and honorable dealing and he had made more than the average of success. At the time of his death he was president of the Bell and Bates Hardware company, with which he had been associated since coming to Quincy and which is one of the largest retail business houses in this county. He remained active in the business until the illness that ultimately resulted in his death bore him down and brought to a close the career of one of the most honorable men that ever engaged in trade. A quiet, gentle, unassuming man, "with charity for all and malice towrad none," Mr. Bell lived and acted the Christian gentleman that he was. Although a man void of vice in any form and living a clean, moral and upright life, he was the embodiment of tolerance and clothed the shortcomings of others with the broad mantle of Christian charity. There was a quiet, grave dignity about the man, ad his eearnestness and sincerity were such outstanding characteristics that men and women in all walks of life respected and revered him, while children looked upon him as their sympathetic friend and companion. An ardent religious worker, without bigotry or pretense, Mr. Bell was devoted to his church and gave liberally of his time, means and talents toward the upbuilding of the Methodist church of Quincy, of which he was treasurer. Truly among us a Galahad has fallen--a light that has proved a beacon to many a weary wayfarer is forever dimmed and there is abroad in the community a genuine and widespread grief that time will not soon allay. A great and good man and citizen has answered the summons to that better world, for which he was so well prepared. In the Eastern cemetery the body of Mr. Bell was laid to rest in the embrace of our common mother earth, and under a mound of floral offerings, which though profuse and costly were but a feeble expression of the sincere grief that struck dumb with awe the hundreds who had learned to love him with an affection accorded to few men.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 16, 1925]

In Memoriam
Photo Vernon Taylor Bell was the son of Larkin and Marguerette Bell, and was born in Gadsden county, Florida, near the village of Concord on March 21, 1845. He served through the War Between the States in the Confederate army. He was first married to Miss Florence Taylor, and eight chhildren were born to them, five of whom are now living, two sons and three daughters. After the death of his first wife he was married to Elizabeth N. Cromartie on April 9, 1890. Seven children were born to him by his second marriage that were raised to adult age. He joined the Methodist church, South, at Concord on September 29, 1915, during the pastorate of Rev. J. D. Murray. He was well known throughout the county, and was held in great honor and high esteem by all who knew him as an upright citizen and neighbor. His mother was born in Maryland and his father in North Carolina. During his last illness (if it might be called such, he always claimed that he was not sick), it seemed that he faded away as an autumn leaf, or a ripened sheaf for the garner above. He continually expressed the desire that his wife go with him to the "better land." He received constant and kind attention from his family and neighbors, who watched and waited for his final departure. He died on August 28, 1925, in the eighty-first year of his age, and was buried at Concord cemetery, Rev. W. J. Gray, a former pastor, officiating at his funeral by his special request. He was the last of twelve children reared by his father and mother. -- S. N. Burns, Pastor.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 22, 1925]

Prominent Citizen Answers Last Call Early Sunday A.M.
Dr. W. S. Bell Was Loved and Admired Throughout Community; President Bell Manufacturing Co.
Dr. William Stillman Bell, one of Quincy's most beloved citizens, died Sunday morning at Blackman's sanitarium in Atlanta, Ga., after a lingering illness of several months. Mrs. Bell and daughter, Miss Mary Edna Bell, were at the bedside of the deceased man when the end came. The body was brought to Quincy and funeral services were held in the Presbyterian church at 4 o'clock Monday afternoon. The interment was mede in the Eastern cemetery of this city. Dr. Bell was born in Pickens county, Alabama, and was 55 years of age at the time of his death. His early childhood was spent in and about Pickens county and he was educated in the public schools there. Entering the University of Alabama he graduated with honors, receiving the degree of Bachelor of Arts and later that of Medical Doctor. While at college he was a member of Kappa Signa social fraternity. After securing his doctor's degree he practiced medicine for many years and then removed to Gordo, Ala., and became engaged in the lumber business there. After many years there he came to Quincy and liking the city moved his family here and has since made this his home. While here he engaged in the lumber and manufacturing business being president of the Bell Manufacturing Company, with headquarters in Chattahoochee. Dr. Bell was a trustee of Palmer College in DeFuniak Springs and has always been known and admired as a man living a life of religion, love of humanity and charity. The deceased man is survived by his wife and four children, Mary Edna, Mabel, William and Lewis; a brother, J. R. Bell, of Selma, Ala., and two sisters, Mrs. Mattie Jordan and Mrs. J. S. Free, both of Tuscaloosa, Ala. The services Monday afternoon were conducted by the pastor of his church, Rev. D. J. Blackwell. Active pall bearers were Messrs. W. O. Bell and Stillman Bell, of Chattahoochee, James bell, J. R. Barrett and E. E. Barrett, of Munroeville, Ala., and J. V. Robertson, of Tuscaloosa, Ala. E. F. Quarterman, J. w. Woodward, Y. L. Watson, Fountain H. May, B. F. Smith, F. P. May, R. K. Shaw, R. J. Love, S. C. Crouch, J. F. Harper, F. P. May, Jr., N. H. Shaw, E. P. Woodward, P. H. Thomas. Dr. Bell was an officer of the church, having served for some time as a senior member of the executive board.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 16, 1929]
In Memory of Our Friend and Fellow Elder Dr. William S. Bell

The following resolutions were passed by the session of the Presbyterian church of Quincy, Fla., at a meeting May 13, 1929:

WHEREAS, our All wise Heavenly Father, on Sunday monring, May 12, 1929, in Atlanta, Ga., did call from earth to Heaven, our beloved brother and faithful officer, Dr. William S. Bell.

Now, therefore, be it resolved:

First. That though our hearts ache at this and dispensaton of God's unerring providence, we humbly bow to the Will of Him who is too wise to err, too good to be unkind.

Second. That in his departure to the land of Heavenly bliss our church has lost one of its most useful elders, and beloved and faithful members, a man who loved the brotherhood, helped the poor and needy, who loved the house of God and its sacred worship, who loved God's book andmade its teachings his rule of life, and who was devoted to the program outlined by our Devile Lord and Master.

Third. That we have lost a citizen who was always ready to support with purse and personal effort every cause that was for the moral uplift and social betterment of the community.

Fourth. That during his few years stay in our community we saw in him the ideal husband and father, the true friend, the Christian gentleman. Truly he was one of God's real nobleman.

Fifth. That we extend to his grief stricken family and sorrowing relatives our deepest sympathy and assure them of our Christian love and esteem.

Sixth. That a copy of these resolutions be recorded in our minutes, a copy given to the Gadsden County Times, and a copy be given to his bereaved family.

"We'll not forget thee, we who stay
to work a little longer here,
Thy name, they faith, thy love shall live
On memory's tablet, bright and clear."
D. J. Blackwell
Y. L. Watson
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 16, 1929]

J. H. Belyeu, Aged Citizen of Quincy, Died Saturday A. M.
J. H. Belyeu, aged citizen of Quincy died at his home on King street early Saturday morning, death coming at 3:15 o'clock. The cause of his death was given as senility. Mr. Belyeu had been in declining health for the past several years and the end was not unexpected. He was born April 25, 1853, and at the time of his death was approaching his seventy-fifth milestone. The remains were carried to Chipley Sunday afternoon and were interred in a cemetery there at 3:30 o'clock, services being in charge of Rev. F. J. Patterson, pastor of the Quincy Methodist church, of which deceased was a member. Today his body rests alongside that of his son, O. C. Belyeu, who was killed while on transport duty with the U. S. Navy during the World War. Mr. Belyeu was well and favorably known in Quincy, Gadsden county and elsewhere. He was respected by all who knew his simple, rugged honesty and steadfastness of principles. His passing cast a shadow over a large circle of relatives and friends. Mr. Belyeu was a well-known figure in the Quincy business world up until three years ago when he disposed of his mercantile business to his son and retired. There were born to Mr. and Mrs. Belyeu twelve children, of whom eleven survive. With Mrs. Belyeu they are, daughters, Mrs. G. M. Thornhill, Barwick, Ga.; Mrs. M. D. Hayes, Chattanooga, Tenn.; Mrs. L. williams, Chipley; Miss Jennie Lou Belyeu, a teacher in the Miami city schools; Miss Kittie Mae Belyeu, Quincy; sons, J. C., Gadsden, Ala.; B. S., Dothan, Ala.; D. W., Headland, Ala.; L. M., V. D. and M. H. Belyeu, Quincy.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 6, 1927]

Mrs. A. E. Bennett, daughter of H. L. Edwards of this county, died at her home in Wakulla county on Tuesday of last week (that would have been August 14). Funeral services were held and interment was made at Woodville. Mrs. Bennett leaves a husband and two small children, a boy and a girl. Mr. Edwards was at the bedside of his daughter when the end came. The family has the sympathy of the many friends in this sad bereavement.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, August 23, 1917]

Mrs. John G. Bert Died At Home Of Sons Near Havana Friday Night
Following an illness of two years, Mrs. John G. Bert died at the home of her sons, Gus and Harold Bert, near Havana, Friday evening. She was 65 years old. Prayer services were held at the home Monday afternoon, after which the body was shipped to New York City for burial in Greenwood cemetery, accompanied by the bereaved husband, her son, Harold, and wife (Jean). The concluding services were held in New York today. Mrs. Bert was born and reared in New York state, but for the past two years or more had made her home with her sons in this county. She had been in ill health during her entire stay here, but bore her sufferings with the Christian fortitude which was characteristic of her life. Endowed with a strong mentality, Mrs. Bert had read much in literature and periodicals and her alert mind and gracious personality readily won for her many admiring friends. Aside from her husband and two sons, Mrs. Bert is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Wm. B. Cristin, of Gloverville, N. Y. The family has the sincere sympathy of their large circle of friends in the loss of the devoted wife and mother.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, July 17, 1924] (Note by Angela Cassidy: Her given name was found in the records of Greenwood Cemetery, Brooklyn, New York]

Chas. F. Bevis Dies Mount Pleasant Home
After suffering for a year with high blood pressure and subsequent complications, Charles F. Bevis, 65, died at his Mt. Pleasant home late Thursday night. Burial was made Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock in Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery, services being conducted at the grave by Rev. Wyatt, Methodist minister, assisted by Rev. E. M. Claytor, of St. Paul's Episcopal church, Quincy. Born in Jackson county on March 4, 1895, on the day Lincoln was inaugurated president of the United States for his second term, Mr. Bevis grew to young manhood there. In early life he moved to Gadsden county, where he was united in marriage to Miss Fannie Creswell and made his home here until the end of his useful life. Mrs. Bevis died thirty years ago and upon the father devolved the responsibility of rearing his three children, one son and two daughters. During his long residence in the Mt. Pleasant community Mr. Bevis was ever active in everything that pertained to the public welfare and his kind and charitable deeds, his loyalty and devotion to friends and neighbors will long be remembered by the residents who held him in such high and affectionate esteem. His devotion to his family, his sacrifice in their behalf and his unselfish attitude toward all were characteristics that will not soon be forgotten and his death is deeply and sincerely mourned by the entire community. Surviving relatives are: One son J. R. Bevis, Quincy; two daughters Mrs. J. T. Evan, Jr., Bonifay, and Mrs. George M. Jones, Mt. Pleasant; four brothers, J. M. Bevis, of near Quincy; W. E. and J. W. Bevis, Chattahoochee, and G. P. Bevis, Miami.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 14, 1929]

Mrs. E. E. Bevis Died at Mt. Pleasant Home
Death claimed one of Gadsden county's oldest matrons Friday night, when Mrs. E. E. Bevis passed away at her Mt. Pleasant home at the age of 86 years. Infirmities brought about by advanced age had so impaired her once robust constitution that she never rallied from an illness of two months ago and grew gradually worse until the end came. Mrs. Bevis was born near Old Mt. Pleasant, in which neighborhood she spent nearly her entire life. Her husand died about seventeen years ago. The following named children survive her: C. F. and W. E. Bevis and Mrs. E. E. Grubb, Mt. Pleasant; J. M. Bevis, Quincy; J. W. Bevis, Waycross, Ga.; G. P. Bevis, Miami. Services were held at Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery at 3 o'clock Saturday afternoon, being conducted by Rev. Gilbert, pastor of the Methodist church of Mt. Pleasant. The funeral was attended by a large assemblage of sorrowing friends and numerous beautiful floral pieces were placed upon the last resting place of the kind and gentle old lady. Mrs. Bevis was a member of the Mt. Pleasant Methodist church and during her younger years gave generously of her time to the advancement of the Christian religion.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 16, 1926]

Mrs. R. A. Bishop Dies In Camilla and Buried At Dawson Thursday
The body of Mrs. R. A. Bishop, 69, who died at the home of her son, R. G. Bishop, in Camilla, Ga., December 29, was buried Thursday forenoon at Dawson, Ga., following services at the home of a newphew, W. D. Grubbs, with the pastors of the Methodist and Baptist churches of Dawson officiating. Coming to Quincy in 1915, Mrs. Bishop and husband made their home here until August of last year, when they moved to Camilla to reside with their son there. During the early part of September Mrs. Bishop had a fall that resulted in breaking her right hip and from which she never recovered. She was placed in a hospital in Thomasville for treatment, but continued to grow worse and three days before her eath was returned to Camilla. Mrs. Bishop was born in Dawson, Ga., and with her husband and family resided for a number of years in Bainbridge previous to coming to Quincy, where during later years the aged couple made their home with Mercer Bishop, a son. She was a member of the Methodist church of Dawson through all the years. A kind, sympaathetic woman, Mrs. Bishop was held in high esteem by acquaintances and friends and it was with genuine regret the news of her death was received in Quincy. Surviving children of Mrs. Bishop are Mrs. M. D. Blue, Lubbock, Texas; Gary Bishop, Atlanta, Ga.; R. G. Bishop, Camilla, Ga., and Mercer Bishop, Quincy.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 26, 1927]

Photos, scroll down Funeral services for Mrs. Rebecca Mariah Blount, of Providence, who died of bronchial pneumonia at her home Saturday, were held Sunday afternoon in the Providence Baptist church with Rev. G. T. Hunt officiating, assisted by Rev. B. C. Land. Burial was in the Providence cemetery. Mrs. Blount had been a semi-invalid for several years but had been seriously ill only three weeks preceding her death. She was 84. Mrs. Blount was born August 25, 1856 in the Hamburg settlement in Madison County, Florida, the daughter of James and Rachel Humphreys. Her father was an officer in the Confederate army. Her parents died when she was 11 and she went to live with her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Rachel Harwell, in Brooks County, Georgia. In December, 1874, she married Solomon Franklin Blount, the son of Charles and Eliza Blount, of South Carolina. Mr. and Mrs. Blount moved to Lafayette County, Florida, in 1876 where they spent six years. In 1882 they moved to the Antioch community in Gadsden County, where Mr. Blount was a farmer. At Antioch Mr. Blount began preaching in the Missionary Baptist church and later organized a Sunday school at Federal Roads. Mrs. Blount was active in church work at Antioch until 1894 when the family moved to Providence and became connected with the Providence Baptist church. She was interested in church activities until her death and took an active part in them until she became a partial invalid. Mrs. Blount was postmistress at Alamo for several years until the office was discontinued and mail was distributed by rural routes. She is survived by a brother, Bill Humphrey, of Perry, a sister, Mrs. Donie Sapp, of Lake Alfred, two sons, Charles E. and B. Blount, of Quincy, and two daughters, Mrs. Ralph Green, of River Junction, and Mrs. A. D. Hinsey, of Sarasota. There are also 25 grandchildren. They are Willis Blount, Mrs. Thelma bowen, Mrs. Verdie Clark, Mrs. Jewell Mitchell, Mrs. Rachel Suber, of Quincy; Ira Blount, of Greensboro, Miss dorothy Blount, of Chattahoochee, Mack, Lillian, Esther, Harold Harry, Margaret, Martha, Clyde Blount, of Providence; Mayo, Leonard, Herschel and Vernon Blount, of Tallahassee; Mrs. Hazel Beggs, of Tampa, Albert Dexter Hinsey, of Sarasota, Wayne and Nolan Green, of Dallas, Tex., and R. J. Green, of San Antonio, Tex. Honorary pall bearers were Meade A. Love, N. B. Jordan, J. D. Godwin, F. F. Morgan, George Hinsey, Dr. O. W. Gardner, J. W. Green, J. E. Suber, Sam Chason, John Dean, S. W. Dean, Ralph Richards, E. B. fletcher, T. B. Fletcher, and O. S. Bowen. Active pall bearers, all grandsons, were Eugene Blount, Albert Dexter Hinsey, Herschel Blount, Leonard Blount, Vernon Blount and Mayo Blount. The Rouse Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 10, 1941]

Death in Jacksonville Hospital of Mrs. T. W. Blount Saturday Night
Friends and former neighbors in this county of Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Blount were grieved to learn of the death Saturday night of Mrs. Blount at the Riverside Hospital in Jacksonville, following an operation. The body was taken to Madison county for burial at Lee, Monday afternoon, services being conducted there by the pastor of the Baptist church in Madison. Mrs. Blount is survived by her husband and a 7-year-old son, as well as by her father, W. T. Sullivan, of Lee, and the following brothers and sisters: T. B. Sullivan, Valdosta; J. L. Sullivan, Madison; W. R. Sullivan, Miami; M. D. Sullivan, Palatka; Mrs. Annie Williams and Mrs. F. G. Glass, Madison; Mrs. S. F. Isler, Pablo Beach. Mr. and Mrs. Blount moved from their country home in this county to Welaka several months ago, where Mrs. Blount was taken ill some weeks ago. She was taken to the Jacksonville hospital to undergo an operation on her neck last week, from which death resulted. Mrs. Blount was essentially a home woman, devoting her time principally to the duties of her home and the rearing of her son. That this kind and sympathetic soul should be taken away during the flower of young womanhood is one of the unfathomed mysteries, but the loved ones left behind seek consolation in the knowledge that He in whose mind are purposes infinite, and in whose heart is eternal love, has a home, a use and a care for such women as Mrs. Blount.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, November 13, 1924]

C. J. Boynton Dies in Thomasville
C. J. Boynton, brother of J. H. (should be John O.) Boynton, Gadsden County representative in the Legislature, and a veteran of the First World War, died at the Archbold Memorial Hospital in Thomasville late Monday afternoon. Mr. Boynton established an oil agency in Tallahassee in 1929 after he had spent a number of years at Midway in the naval stores business. He fought with the famous Wildcat division in France in the World War and was discharged as a second lieutenant. He was active in the American Legion, and was also a Kiwanian, Mason, Elk and a member of the Trinity Methodist Church in Tallahassee. Funeral services were held in Tallahassee Wednesday morning with Dr. Jack Anderson officiating and Dr. Paul Fletcher and Rev. K. Hollister assisting. Burial was in the Shelfer Cemetery in Havana. Butler-Morgan Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 8, 1943]

Died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Boynton in Tallahassee Friday morning, May 5, after an illness of whooping cough and pneumonia, Joseph Miller Boynton, aged 6 weeks, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Boynton. The funeral was held in the Miller lot at Shelfer cemetery Friday afternoon with Rev. S. R. Simpson, officiating. Messrs. Claud Arrington and Marvin Miller served as pall bearers. Mesdames Bob McDavid, Lamar Miller and Miss Caroline Shelfer sang, "Asleep in Jusus" and "Abide with Me." The numerous and handsome floral designs overflowed the little mound. There can be no sorrow as deep as the loss of a little child and the tenderest sympathy goes out to the grief stricken young parents, the sisters and other relatives of this little one, whose mission on earth was finished so quickly.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 9, 1929, in the Havana Social news column]

Death At Midway Of Mrs. Evelyn L. Bray
Daughter Meets Tragic Death in Automobile Accident--Double Funeral Saturday at Winder, Ga.
Mrs. Evelyn Lucindy Bray, 69, wife of E. F. Bray, died at the home of her son, J. F. Bray, at Midway Midnight Wednesday, She had been ill for four months, cancer of the stomach being the cause of death. For the past three months Mrs. Bray and her husband had been making their home with their son and family at Midway, coming to this county from Winder, Ga., where they had resided for some years and where burial was made Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services were conducted from the Methodist church at Winder, of which deceased was a member. Mrs. Bray is survived by her husband, one brother and a sister, of Comerce, Ga., and by the following named children; J. F. Bray, Midway; W. E., Winder, Ga., T. A., Charleston, S. C.; T. L., Albany, Ga.; Roy, Americus, Ga.; Mrs. George Barnette, Chattahoochee, ga.; Miss Louvie Bray, Columbus, Ga. During the three months of her residence at Midway Mrs. Bay made many friends among the residents of that place, her gentle manner and patient suffering winning for her the love and esteem of all with whom she came in contact.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929]

Mrs. J. C. Brewer Died Thursday at Greensboro After Long Illness
Greensboro, April 26.--In the death at her home here on Thursday morning, April 21, at 1:30, there passed from our midst a real mother in Israel, whose quiet home life and neighborly helfulness has left its imprint on the entire town and community, Mrs. J. C. Brewer. Mrs. Brewer was in her seventh-first year. She was born in Georgia, the daughter of Henry and Lamana Branson, and was left an orphan at an early age. In her early womanhood, at the age of seventeen, she united with the Baptist church in her community and during all the years was a faithful and consistent member of that demonination. In 1881, she was married to Mr. J. C. Brewer, and to this union were born six children. One of these died in infancy, another, Oscar Brewer, died three years ago, and a daughter, Mrs. W. H. Dones, preceded her only six weeks. Two sons, H. Q. Brewer, of Panama City, and Olin C. Brewer, of Greensboro, and one daughter, Miss Jessie Brewer, of Greensboro, together with the husband and father, survive her. The funeral services were conducted by the pastor Thursday afternoon from Greensbor Baptist church, of which she was a member and interment was made in the family plot in Providence. While the entire community was saddened by Mrs. Brewer's going, the death was not unexpected. Just a year ago she suffered a stroke of paralysis, which had kept her confined to her room and bed ever since, and the second stroke from which she never rallied came about ten days before her death. The entire community feels a real loss in the death of Mrs. Brewer and sincerely sympathizes with the family and especially with Mr. Brewer whose faithful, loving companion she has been for forty-six years. All the children were present at the death and funeral, as were also a daughter-in-law, Mrs. W. O. Brewer, and children, of Macon, Ga., and a nephew, W.A. Branson, his wife and son and daughter, of Darien, Ga. [Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, April 28, 1927]

Oscar Brewer, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Brewer, of Greensboro, died at River Junction Monday, according to information received here. A week previous he suffered a paralytic stroke from which he died. Mr. Brewer was in the railway mail service, running between River Junction and Pensacola, which position he had held for a number of years. He was a brother of H. Q. Brewer, formerly of Quincy but now of Panama City, and of Olin and Miss Jessie Brewer, of Greensboro.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 21, 1924]

In Memoriam
In loving memory of W. Oscar Brewer, born March 26, 1884, died February 18, 1924, River Junction, Florida. The deceased was the oldest son of Jesse C. and Mary L. Brewer, of Greensboro, Florida. On December 8, 1909, was was united in marriage with Miss Katie Lou Howard, of Macon, Ga. To this union there were born five children, William O., Jr., Howard, Mary Kate, Ouida and Nolda, all of whom together with his widow, survive him. He is also survived by his aged parents, two sisters, Mrs. W. H. Dones, and Miss Jessie Brewer; also two brothers, Henry Q. and Olin C. Brewer. When Oscar was 21 years old he was united with the Baptist church of Culhbert, Ga., and led a consistent Christian life up to the itme of his death. He had been in the railway mail service for 22 years and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He was a man of sterling worth, an upright Christian gentleman. God in his Infinite Wisdom has seen fit to call our loved one from our midst and with the poet we would say;
Dearest Oscar, we have laid thee (rest is missing).
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 28, 1924]

In Memoriam - Mrs. Laura Francis Broome
Whereas, on May 4, 1934, God in His providence called Mrs. Laura Francis Broome to her home eternal in the heavens, therefore be it

Resolved, That Washington Chapter No. 43, Order of the Eastern Star, record our deep sense of loss in the passing of one of our members. She inspired all who came under the influence of her beautiful life; and be it

Resolved, That we express our gratitude in God for her long life, her daily walk and conversation among us, ever reminding us "To be more perfect with God." And be it

Resolved, That we express our love and sympathy to her family and the large circle of friends who regard her going a personal loss. And be it further

Resolved, As a token of our loving rememberance, we recommend that a page in our minute book be dedicated to her memory, that this memorial be spread thereon, a copy be sent to her family, and a coy be sent to the Gadsden County Times, and to the Gadsden County Herald for publication.

We will not say good bye, but just good night.
For her the barber bar is past,
Her kindly ways and gentle smile,
Are only lost to us for a while.
Sometime, Somewhere, 'twill all be right
And so till then we will not say farewell,
But just good night.

Sarah A. Harris, Wallace Crofton, A. N. Lester, committee.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 7, 1934]

Cornelius Brown Dies Friday Here at Hospital
Cornelius B. Brown, one of the oldest citizens of Quincy, died at the Gadsden County Hospital Friday morning at 6 o'clock, where he had been taken on Wednesday evening, after a fall that rendereed him unconscious and from which he never rallied. Mr. Brown was well known by most of the citizens of Quincy, among whom he had lived during his entire life and his familiar figure on the streets will be missed. He was a man of more than average intelligence, had read considerable in literature and was well informed on public men and questions. His wife, who was a sister of J. J. Gatlin, of Quincy, died some years ago. Burial was made at Antioch cemetery Friday afternoon, services being conducted at the grave by Rev. D. J. Blackwell, pastor of the Quincy Presbyterian church. The funeral was attended by several of the county officials and by other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements were in charge of N. J. Clark, local undertaker.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 7, 1929]

Death Mrs. Brown
Mrs. Mattie Brown, who lived near Jackson Bluff, was claimed by death Friday morning about 9 o'clock. She arose in the morning feeling as well as usual, but in a few hours began to have pains in her head which is supposed to have caused her death. She was about middle age. Her death is a mystery. She leaves eight children and several grandchildren to mourn their loss.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 15, 1927]

Franklin M. Brumby Dies Suddenly Sun.
Franklin M. Brumby, 64, died suddenly and unexpectedly at his Quincy home Sunday at 1 o'clock. Although he had been ill for some weeks, his condition was not regarded as serious, the direct cause of death being a sudden heart attack which took him out almost instantly. Mr. Brumby had been a citizen of Quincy for the past 15 years. He was a man ofkeen business acument and had been eminently successful in the mercantile and other lines of business, since coming to Quincy, where he amassed considerable residential and business property. At time of death, he was the owner of a successful mercantile business near the S. A. L. Railway depot. The deceased is survived by his widow and the following named relatives: Mrs. Ralph W. Long, Misses Carrie Bell and Mary Frank Brumby, of Quincy, daughters; J. W. and M. C. Brumby, Ocklocknee, Ga., brothers; Mrs. J. A. Boutwell, Tallahassee, sister. Services were conducted from the home Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock by Rev. D. J. Blackwell, pastor of the Quincy Presbyterian church, assisted by Dr. W. M. Vines, pastor of the local Baptist church. Burial was made in the Eastern cemetery. Mr. Brumby was born and reared in Georgia, where his family was prominent, his parents being among the first to settle in Thomasville.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 28, 1929]

Mrs. Rivers H. Buford Buried Here Sunday in Western Cemetery
Citizens of Florida everywhere extend sympathy to Rivers H. Buford, attorney general, in the loss of his wife who died in a Tallahassee hospital Saturday night. Quincy citizens, especially, were saddened Sunday morning to learn of the death, as this was the former home of Mrs. Buford, and many relatives and friends live here. The notice of the death came rather unexpectedly, as it was thought she was recovering from an operation which had been performed about a week previous to her death. Accompanied by Mr. Buford and the six children, Governor Hardee and his cabinet, together with scores of Tallahassee friends, the body was brought here late Sunday afternoon for burial in the Western cemetery. The funeral services at the grave were conducted by Rev. Bunyan Stephens, pastor of the First Baptist at Tallahassee, and Rev. J. W. Senterfit, pastor of the Baptist church at Marianna. The honorary pall bearers consisted of Cary A. Hardee, governor; H. Clay Crawford, secretary of state; Nathan Mayo, commissioner of agriculture; J. C. Luning, state treasurer, and W. S. Cawthon, superintendent of public schools. The active pall bearers were composed of close friends of Mr. Buford and included many attorneys of Tallahassee. They were Glenn Terrell, supreme court justice; G. T. Whitfield, clerk of the supreme court; Guyte P. McCord, former mayor of Tallahassee; B. A. Beginnis (Meginnis?), present mayor; A. H. Williams, and Fred H. Davis, members of the house of representatives. Mrs. Buford was the daughter of the late Dr. T. F. Munroe, of Quincy, and leaves a number of relatives. Among those who will miss her most are six children, Martha, Maxie, Alice, Jack, Bertha and Harriett. The two last named, Bertha Buford and Harriet Foster, were adopted children. Those who had been left motherless and taken by Mr. and Mrs. Buford to raise. Among her relatives in Quincy is her mother, Mrs. Mattie Munroe, two sisters, Mrs. J. F. Lines and Mrs. T. E. Cupper, and one brother, W. B. Munroe. Many close friends of the family gathered at the cemetery Sunday afternoon despite the inclement weather. The esteem and love of friends everywhere were denoted in the bountiful floral offerings which covered the grave following the burial. Many friends came from Marianna to attend the funeral and extend a word of sympathy to Mr. Buford and the children.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County times, September 18, 1924] (From grave stone: Mary C. Munroe, Beloved Wife of Rivers H. Buford, born September 16, 1881, died September 13, 1924)

Mrs. Thomas Bullock, 28, died at her home south of town at 12 o'clock last night, leaving a husband and five small children. An infant baby, born just before her death, will be interred with the body of the mother. Burial was made this afternoon at 4 o'clock at Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery . Mrs. Bullock was born at Adel, Ga., and moved here from that state about three years ago, where Mr. Bullock is employed with the Floridin company. Funeral arrangements were in charge of T. L. Macon, local director and rector.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 13, 1927]

Sudden Death of Mrs. M. S. Burwell, Mother of Mrs. Julian Howard
Many people in Quincy who knew the deceased lady will regret to learn of the death of Mrs. Mannie Smith Burwell, of Jacksonville, who died suddenly in Norfolk, Va., last Sunday. Mrs. Burwell was a frequent visitor to Quincy as the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Julian Howard, when that lady, now of Orlando, was a resident of this city. The Times-Union of Tuesday gives the following account of the death of Mrs. Burwell: "Mrs. Mannie Smith Burwell, well known and beloved resident of Jacksonville, who had been spending the summer in Brevard, N.C., died suddenly Sunday in Norfolk, Va. The last three weeks Mrs. Burwell had been in New York, where she had joined her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Blair Burwell, Jr., and her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Julian Howard, of Orlando, and was in perfect health when she left them a few days ago to visit her sister, Mrs. T. W. Roby, in Norfolk. Mrs. Burwell was one of the most prominent women in Jacksonville, and was one of the ten original founders of the Friday Musicale. She was an active member of St. Margaret's Guild of St. John's Episcopal church of which she was a communicant. She was also interested in other civic and philanthropic movements, being an unselfish and tireless worker in any organization with which she was associated. Surviving her are one son, Blair Burwell, Jr., and one daughter, Mrs. Julian Howard, of Orlando, and one grandson, Blair Howard. Mr. and Mrs. Burwell and Mr. and Mrs. Howard hastened to Norfolk from New York when the news of Mrs. Burwell's death was received. The body will reach Jacksonville at 8:35 o'clock tonight, the funeral to be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, from the residence, 315 West Ashley street."
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 9, 1924]

Lonnie I. Bush Passed to Reward Saturday Night---Burial at Providence
After an illness of about a year, during the last two months of which he was confined to his home on King street, Lonnie I. Bush succumbed to carcinoma at 12 o’clock Saturday night. He was 36 years old. While the end was not unexpected the death of this young business man caused widespread grief among his many friends throughout the county where he was known so well. Funeral services were held from the First Baptist church at 4 o’clock Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev. R. T. Russell, pastor, assisted by Rev. D. J. Blackwell, of the Presbyterian church. The choir sang the two familiar hymns, Abide With Me and Face to Face. A large number of sorrowing friends gathered at the church to pay their last respects to the departed. Following services the body was taken to Providence, where it was laid to rest in the cemetery, a number from Quincy accompanying the remains to the grave, although the weather was inclement. Many beautiful floral tributes were in evidence. Mr. Bush was born in Providence in this county, and had spent his entire life in the county of his birth. For the past nine years he was connected with the Quincy Furniture Co. in the capacity of salesman; he was a stockholder in the company. Always pleasing in his manner and speech he made friends readily and enjoyed a wide and well deserved popularity among his compeers. The deceased is survived by a widow, one brother and three sisters. Wm. H. Bush of Quincy is the surviving brother and his sisters are Mrs. J. F. Hemanus, Quincy; Mrs. W. E. Clark, Lake Wales, and Mrs. Cliffie Shepard, Providence. Lonnie Bush was a good and likable man, with always a smile and friendly word for all. He will be affectionately remembered by relatives and kindly remembered by everybody who knew him for his true worth. He so lived that when his summons came he was unafraid and passed peacefully from this earthly labors to the reward that awaits the righteous.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, August 7, 1924]

William H. Bush Found Dead in Bed at Owens House Sunday Morning
William H. Bush, familiarly known to everybody in Quincy as "Will" Bush, was found dead in bed in his room at the Owens house last Sunday morning about 9 o'clock. George Hemanes, his nephew, and wife were occupying rooms in the same house and Mr. Bush took his meals with them. He was in the habit of taking a dose of medicine about 8 o'clock in the evening and going to bed, and on Saturday night he told George Hemanes to wake him up at 9 o'clock Sunday morning. At that time, Mrs. Hemanes knocked on his door and after repeated knocking and getting no answer she summoned her husband, the door was opened and Bush was found lying on his side dead. The position was a natural one and his face wore a peaceful expression, indicating that he had died without a struggle. Jesse A. Edwards, an old friend of many years, was at once phoned for and when he arrived Dr. Wilhoit was called, also W. B. Greer, coroner, Sheriff Gregory and J. Baxter Campbell. Dr. Wilhoit found some slight warmth in the body although the feet were cold and applied a stethoscope to see if there was any heart action, but there was none. Dr. Wilhoit thought that Bush had been dead about two hours. Mrs. W. H. Bush, who was in Jackson county, was at once informed of the death of her husband and came to Quincy at once. A sister living in Lake Wales was also notified by wire and two others sisters, one at Providence and one near town, were notified and all came to Quincy as soon as possible. After viewing the remains, Mr. Greer decided that death was due to natural causes and no inquest was held. About twelve years ago Will Bush was prostrated with pneumonia and a section of a rib was taken out to drain the pus from his lungs. That affected his heart and since then until he died he had spells of heart trouble at times. His death was due to heart failure superinduced by other causes. His funeral took place Monday afternoon with interment in the family burial ground at Providence church, where his parents and brothers and sisters are buried. Rev. R. T. Russell, of this city, was the officiating minister, and there were sincere mourners at the grave for a young man cut off in his prime and who had many friends who knew him better than casual acquaintances and appreciated his good qualities. These all testify that he was a man of marked kindness of heart, generous and charitable and always ready to help a friend. William Harrison Bush was born in the Providence community forty years ago last January, a son of George H. and Mary Bush, long deceased, who were old settlers in that part of the county and highly respected people. In addition to his wife his immediate relatives are three sisters, Mrs. W. E. Clark, of Lake Wales, Mrs. Kierce Wyrosdick, of the county, and Mrs. J. F. Hemanes, who lives near Quincy, all of whom were present at the funeral. On Tuesday morning at the instance of J. Baxter Campbell, attorney for Mr. Bush, N. B. Jordan was appointed administrator for his estate consisting of the equipment of the pool room he operated on the south side of the square, a Studebaker automobile and other personal property.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 2, 1925]

Sudden Death of J. R. Butler Havana Thurs.
J. R. Butler, 67, living on the Norman Parrot place four miles west of Havana, dropped dead on the road near the store of J. E. Shelfer, at Havana, about 4:30 Thursday evening. The body was viewed by W. B. Greer, coroner, and it was decided that no inquest was necessary. He is survived by his wife and five small children. The body was prepared for burial by Arrington and Miller, of Havana, and taken to Georgia Friday for interment.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, August 29, 1929]

L. F. Butler, Aged Citizen, Passed Away Monday----Mr. L. F. Butler of Havana, Fla., one of the most respected citizens of Gadsden county, passed to his reward Monday morning, December 11, and his body was laid to rest in the family plot at the Butler cemetery near Concord. Mr. Butler was born in Decatur, now Grady County, Ga., December 16, 1843, and he remained in this section for a number of years and after serving about four years in the Confederate Army in Virginia and other states, he came home at the end of the war and was married to Miss Mary A. Moore November 28, 1865. To this union nine children were born, six boys and three girls. Of this number six children are living now as follows: H. M. Butler, L. E. Butler, J. H. Butler, who live in Grady county, Georgia, Gadsden county, Florida, Jacksonville, Florida, respectively, and three daughters, Mrs. J. E.Shelfer, Mrs. J. L. Bell, Mrs. W. E. Sanders, who live at Havana, Jacksonville and near Concord, respectively. After the death of his first wife, who died in August 1904, Mr. Butler was married to Miss Amanda Spooner of Donalsonville, Ga., July 11, 1906. After living at Cairo, Ga., about twelve years, he moved to Quincy, where he resided for about four years and about two months ago he purchased a home at Havana, where he moved to be near his children. Shortly after arriving at Havana he was taken ill and his many relatives and friends hoped that he would soon be right again, but he seemed to gradually grow weaker and last Monday morning the end came, and while the devoted wife and all six children as mentioned above were gathered about the bed Brother Butler was called to his eternal reward. Mr. Butler was a very consistent member of the Primitive Baptist church for about thirty years, and his loyalty to his church was unsurpassed by any member of his congregation. In spite of the inclement weather that prevailed the day he was buried a great host of sorring relatives and friends gathered at the cemetery to pay their last tribute of respect to one they loved so dearly. In the absence of his pastor, who was not able to attend the funeral, Rev. W. A. Burns of Quincy and Rev. I. I. Roberts of Havana conducted the funeral services.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated 12-14-1922]

DEATH OF W. H. BUTLER.
W. H. Butler passed away at his country home last Saturday night with pneumonia at the age of 42. He was sick just a few days. He left behind a wife and child, aged father L. F. Butler, Quincy; three sisters: Mrs. J. E. Shelfer, Quincy; Mrs. W. E. Sanders, Concord; Mrs. J. L. Bell of Jacksonville; and three brothers: L. E. Butler, Concord; M. H. Butler, Calvary; J. H. Butler, Jacksonville. Funeral service by Rev. Moneham. Buried in family burying ground near Calvary (Butler Cemetery north of Concord just below the Florida state line).
[Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times January 31, 1918]

On January 4, 1929, the Divine Gavel sounded and closed the life work of Sister Carman, a noble Christian and a worthy member of our order. We pause in silence a moment to pay our loving tribute to this dear sister who has crossed the bar. Quiet and unassuming, she put into practice the lessons taught by our order and endeavored to instill those principles into theminds of others and to make those around her wiser, better and happier. The memories of the association with her will long remain in the hearts of those who knew her kindness of heart, unselfishness and willingness to serve others.

She has whispered her last farewell,
Passed to the Order above
And there 'neath the smiles of the Savior,
She will finish her labor of love.

Therefore, be it resolved, that we bow in humble submission to the will of our Heavenly Father.

Second, that we extend to her husband and other loved ones our heartfelt sympathy.

Third, that a copy of these resolutions be spread on our minutes, sent to the family, and printed in the Gadsden County Times.

Committee---Mrs. Will Winans, A. L. Hinson, Leona Faircloth.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 14, 1929]

Photo John Riley Causey, 78, passed away at his home in Concord on Friday, June 1. Interment was at Concord Cemetery. Mr. Causey was born in Wayne County, Ga., but had resided in Concord for a number of years. He was a member of the Concord Methodist Church. Survivors: wife, Mrs. Lilla Causey, one daughter, Mrs. Mattie Perkins, and two sons, C. B. Causey and J. I. Causey, all of Concord. Pallbearers were Joe Johnson, Hunter Johnson, Arthur Peavy, Miles Walsh, Jr., I. S. Hanlon and Lamar Gray. [Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated June 1945.]

Attapulgus, Ga., May 20--Mrs Sarah L. Chester died at the home of her brother, A. Mitchell, on Friday evening after an illness of five weeks. Mrs. Chester was a native of Gadsden county. She was born May 1, 1843. Mrs. Chester was, before her marriage, Miss Sarah Lockett Mitchell, daughter of William and Emily Kyle Mitchell. She was a true and consistent member of the Methodist church and a devout Christian. All who knew her loved her. Funeral services were held at her brother's home at 3 o'clock Saturday afternoon, conductued by Rev. Williams, of the Attapulgus circuit. Burial was made at the family burial ground on the Mitchell plantation. She leaves two devoted brothers and a number of nieces and nephews to mourn their loss.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 22, 1924]

Mrs. G. A. Chewning of Jacksonville, formerly of Concord, died in Jacksonville and was buried in the Havana cemetery Tuesday.
[Excerpt from Concord news column, courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated January 4, 1934]

Death Monday of Mrs. G. A. Chewning in Jacksonville Following her death in Jacksonville Monday, the body of Mrs. G. A. Chewning was brought to Havana where it was interred Wednesday afternoon beside that of her late husband who passed away more than two years ago. Mrs. Chewning was greatly beloved by a large number of friends among whom she lived in the eastern part of the county for some years before the death of her husband and news of her passing was received with deep regret by those who knew her for her many womanly virtues.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated January 4, 1934]

Death of D. N. Clark
D. N. Clark, born and reared in Gadsden county, for nearly two years had been afflicted with paralysis, the last paralytic stroke taking effect the first of last week. From then on until Friday night at 11:07 the Death Angel lingered near, waiting to carry the spirit of Mr. Clark to the place from whence it came. Mr. Clark is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie Clark, twelve children and a number of grand children and a host of relatives and friends. Mr. Clark was a member and deacon of the church here. Saturday afternoon the funeral and burial services took place, Rev. F. M. Wells being in charge of the funeral services. The singing was in charge of Misses Jesse Brewer and Lois Vanlandingham, W. H. Dean, G. D. Fletcher, W. D. Richards and Oliver Bowen, with Mrs. V. C. Jackson at the piano. Many beautiful flowers were tendered. Our deepest sympathy goes out in the death of this most loved citizen.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, November 13, 1924]

DEATH OF AGED LADY. Juniper, Apr. 24--On last Wednesday, April 18, about 3 o'clock God called our beloved sister Mrs. Emma Jane Elizabeth Clark to come and rest with Him. She was staying with her daughter, Mrs. Drew Shepard, where she had been since the death of her husband twenty five years ago. She was 81 years 4 months and 21 days old. She was carried to Providence Cemetery, where her remains were laid to rest by the side of her husband, William Clark. Rev. F. M. Wells of that place preached the funeral services. Mrs. Clark had been blind and almost helpless for six months, although she was in bed only about a week. She was one of the oldest and most respected citizens of Gadsden County. She was the mother of twelve children, of which she leaves six daughters and three sons to mourn her death. They are, Mrs. Geo. Mears, Mrs. Drew Shepard, Mrs. Ollie McKeown, Mrs. J. D. Pitts, David Clark and John Clark of Hardaway, Mrs. John Shepard of Flat Creek, Mrs. W. D. Richards of Juniper, and Willie Clark of Simsville.
[Full text from news article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 26, 1917.]

White Youth Killed on Spanish Trail in Automobile Accident
Steve Clark, Hardaway Boy, Killed 12 Miles from Town Monday Night
Was Driving at High Rate Speed
Driver Loses Control of Car When Passing Another--Companion Hurt
Steve Clark, aged about 18 years, was killed in an automobile accident on the Spanish Trail about 12 miles west of Quincy Monday night when the Ford car he was driving crushed a wheel. The dead boy was the son of John F. Clark, who lives near Hardaway. Young Clark and a companion, George Shiver, had borrowed a car from a man living in Hardaway to bring two young ladies in to Quincy to the pictures. The car was loaned to Shiver as Clark was said to know but little about driving. They came in to the pictures and the young ladies and Shiver got out for the show while Clark remarked that he would remain in the car. It is presumed that he changed his mind and started on a ride by himself. Not far from town he picked up a man named Tom Croom, who was in the car when the accident occurred. It is said that Clark was driving the Ford at a hig rate of speed and when he passed a car swerved to the left toward the ditch. He then made a quick turn to the right, which carried him across the road toward the other ditch. Making another turn to the left the right rear wheel collapsed and the car overturned, killing the driver instantly, his skull being crushed and brains scattered all over the road. His companion was not seriously hurt. Croom, who lives in Cottondale, was on his way home on account of the illness of a relative and was picking up rides on the way. He says that Clark would not tell him where he was headed. The deceased was buried Tuesday afternoon.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 7, 1927]
In Memoriam - Steve Clark
It was on the evening of the fourth of July, between 8 and 9 o'clock when Steve Clark was killed. He was killed in an automobile wreck on the state road No. 1, and we are all hoping that he has gone home. I know that my dear mother surely has been blessed, Because Steve is the first one God has taken to rest. He was nearly 17 years of age when he was called away, And when we meet we shall miss him in every way.
Mamie Clark.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 14, 1927]

C. C. Cook Passes Away
Charley C. Cook of Concord died on April 29, 1929, at the home of his brother, R. A. Cook, in Concord. He was 58 years old, 10 months and 28 days of age at the time of his demise. He was born at Concord, Fla, on May 31, 1872. He leaves three brothers living, R. A. Cook, Ben F. Cook and T. J. Cook. He was buried in the Concord cemetery in the midst of a large number of relatives and friends, many of them coming from Havana, Fla., and from distant parts of the country. The very high esteem in which he was held by all who knew him was shown by their presence. He united with the M. E. Church, South, and was received into its fellowship on August 5, 1888. He was always pleasant in his bearing and manner and always wore a smile for every one.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 9, 1929]
Card Of Thanks
We wish to thank the friends who kindly assisted us during the illness and at the death of our brother and uncle, Chas. C. Cook, Havana, Fla. Especially do we tender our thanks to those who so kindly helped us to lighten the burden of our sorrow, and for the many beautiful floral offerings.
--R. A. Cook and family, B. F. Cook and family, T. J. Cook and family
. [Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 9, 1929]

In Memoriam
Chattahoochee, May 20--Vida Beatrice Cook died Wednesday, May 9. She was born January 17, 1915. Her death was very unexpected and almost sudden, from piercing a nail in her foot, which resulted in lockjaw just a few days later. Many of the very large sympathetic group that gathered in the Chattahoochee Methodist church, at the funeral of little Vida, whose short period of suffering had awakened so much interest and sympathy, "wept with those who wept." Vida was in the third grade in the public school; she did her work well and was dearly loved by her teacher and classmates. Last summer she gave her heart and life to God and united with His holy church. She was a good worker in the Sunday school of which her father is the superintendent; a splendid and loyal member and worker in the Junior League. The large and beautiful floral offerings by the various departments of the church, public shool and hospital, words of sympathy from a host of friends, all sought to mitigate the sorrow of the bereaved family. Those who love little Vida..... [the rest is missing]
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 22, 1924]

Card of Thanks
We wish to extend thanks to our many friends who were so kind and good to us during the sickness and death of our precious daughter, Vida. Those kindnesses will ever be remembered and appreciated. May the good Father bestow blessings and considerations upon each of you, is our earnest prayer--Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Cook, Chattahoochee, Fla. May 17, 1924.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 22, 1924]

Daniel Cooper was found dead at his home here Monday morning (January 1) and was buried at the Barber cemetery Monday afternoon.
[Excerpt from the Concord news column, courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, dated January 4, 1934]

Sister of Mrs. J. C. Davis Dies in Atlanta
News of the death in Atlanta Monday afternoon of Mrs. Channing Cope, sister of Mrs. J. C. Davis, of Quincy, was received with profound regret here by friends of Mrs. Cope. Mrs. Davis left Monday forenoon for Atlanta upon receipt of advices that her sister underwent an emergency operation Sunday afternoon, from which she was not expected to recover. Mrs. Cope, formerly Miss Nellie Marquet, was well known in Quincy, where she was a frequent visitior at the home of her sister. She was a young woman of culture and refinement and during her visits here made many friends who were deeply grieved to learn of her death and entend sympathy to the family in their loss. Mrs. Cope is survived by her husband, her father, Louis Marquet, two brothers, Fullam and Louis, Jr., of Atlanta, and one sister, Mrs. J. C. Davis, of Quincy. Interment was made in Atlanta Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929]

Baby Boy Strangles to Death in Kiddy Coop
A. D. Covington, Jr., ten-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Covington, of East Jefferson street, was strangled to death on Wednesday evening at the home of his parents. The little boy had been put in his kiddy coop by his mother who had gone to prepare his supper. He had been left alone but a little time and when his mother returned to take him out of the enclosure, she found that he evidently had stood up and tie strings of his little sweater jacket became caught in the corner of the coop. The youngster had slipped or attempted to sit upon the floor of the coop, causing the neck tie to strangle him to death. The body was still warm when his mother found him. Drs. Davis and Goddard were called, but all arts of first aid were unable to restore the spark of life which but a few moments before had left the little body. A sweet tempered, smiling, happy little boy was no more. Beloved by his parents and his four-year-old sister, little A. D. passed on, having performed in the space of a few months life on this earth a work that only babies can do, to open the hearts and minds of parents and older friends to the beauty and visions that surround babyhood. His death was a tremendous shock to his parents and their host of friends and relatives in Quincy. Burial will be held late this afternoon, after the arrival of the baby's grandfather, F. H. May, who has been visiting at Dade City. Funeral services this afternoon at 4 o'clock at Presbyterian church.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 29, 1925]

Heart Trouble Fatal to Crofton
Clarence Lanier Crofton, aged 55 years, a well known truck farmer, residing a mile south of Quincy, died last Thursday afternoon at his home. He was a victim of heart trouble, and had been ill less than a week. The funeral and burial occurred at the Eastern cemetery, Rev. E. M. Claytor, of the Episcopal church, officiating and assisted by Rev. R. A. Guy, of the Methodist church. The services were in charge of the Musgrove Funeral home. Mr. Crofton was born March 30, 1878, at Oconee, Georgia, kbut had been a resident of Gadsden county neary fifty years. He alwasys engaged in agricultural pursuits. He is survived by his widow, who prior to their marriage last March 22 was Miss Eloise Freeman, of Havana; his mother, Mrs. J. W. Pinson; a step sister, Mrs. Marie Smith; a brother, W. S. Crofton; two half brothers, Wade and Clayton Pinson, all of near Quincy, and a step brother, Perry Pinson, of Tampa.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, February 22, 1934]

In Memory of Mrs. W. C. Cromartie
Mrs. W. C. Cromartie (nee Mary Isabell Cunningham) was born in Abbeville, S. C., January 26, 1859, and died May 5, 1934 at Lake Jackson. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at Meridian Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. The Rev. E. N. Caldwell officiated. The pallbearers were M. E. Moore, F. E. Moore, Lee Roberts, Troy Nicholson, Archibald Nicholson, and R. F. Bradfird. She was laid to rest in the family cemetery near the little church she loved so well. She leaves a devoted husband, three sons, Eugene, John and Grady Cromartie, and three daughters, Mrs. Ralph Coe, of Meridian; Mrs. A. Nicholson, of Havana; and Mrs. T. F. Moore, of Lake Jackson; one sister, Mrs. R. J. Bannerman, and nine grandchildren who so sadly miss her devoted love and care, and a large circle of relatives and friends whose hearts are filled with sorrow and sadness at the thought of her absence. All was done that loving hearts and hands could do but to no avail; her life work was done, and she seemed like one who has finished her work and was waiting for the message to come higher. Therefore, let us bow with humble submission to His will who doeth all things well and say: "Thy will be done." She had been a faithful member of the Presbyterian church for more than fifty years, and her daily walk in life proved her to be one of the noblest of Christians, and now she is living the new life in the home eternal which Jesus has prepared for her. No more will her voice be heard, but with those who loved her will ever remain memories of her smiling face and kindly deeds. Oh! we know how lonesome and sad it is in the home, caused by the vacant chair, the hush of the kindly voice, and the absence of the dear form of a loving wife and one of the best and noblest of mothers and if it were not for: "The hope, the blissful hope, which Jesus' grace has given, the hope when days and years are passed, we shall meet in heaven." How could we stand this separation. Kind Father, we commit them to thy loving kindness and care, and may they follow the way she has led and join her in that home above where there will be no more parting, but where all in joy and peace forever more.--Edrie. [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 24, 1934]

Death of J. W. Cross at Gretna, January 11
J. W. Cross of Gretna died Tuesday, January 11, at 7 o'clock, a.m., after a few days illness. Pneumonia was given as the cause of his death. He was 67 years of age. Interment was in Antioch cemetery on the following afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. S. T. Matthews of the Quincy Baptist church. Mr. Cross was a prosperous farmer of Gadsden county living three miles south of Gretna. He leaves a widow and eight children, all of whom were present at the funeral with one exception, Mrs. G. J. Parmer of Lancaster, Pa., who was unable to come on account of illness in her family. His surviving sons are: Frank W. Cross of Miami, Clarence R., Joe E., P. W. and Alfred Cross, all of Gretna, and three daughters, Mrs. G. J. Parmer of Lancaster, Pa., Mrs. S. W. Carman, Jr., and Miss Alice Cross of Gretna. Besides these he leaves two sisters, Mrs. Martha Rudd of Juniper and Mrs. Matilda Tomblin of Antioch. Mr. Cross was a member of the Gretna Baptist church and highly esteemed by a large circle of friends and relatives.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 27, 1927]

Native of County Claimed By Death
Mrs. John W. Cross, aged about 75 years, a native and lifelong resident of Gadsden county, died Wednesday night about 8 o'clock at the home of her son, Pharoah Cross, who resides about four miles west of Quincy in the Douglas City neighborhood. Her husband died more than ten years ago. Besides the son, with whom she had been making her home, she is survived by several other children, Joseph and Simon Cross, of Quincy; Frank Cross, of Miami; Mrs. Annie Carman and Mrs. Alice Gray, both of Quincy, and Mrs. Guy Parmer, of Pennsylvania. Funeral services, in charge of the Faircloth Funeral Home, have not been completed in detail, but the burial will be in the Antioch cemetery.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 7, 1934]

Mrs. Laura L. Cross Is Buried At Wetumpka
The funeral of Mrs. Laura L. Cross was held Friday afternoon, June 8, at 3:30 o'clock in Antioch church. Interment was in Wetumpka cemetery. Rev. W. M. Vines, pastor of Quincy Baptist church officiaited at the services. Mrs. Cross was 67 years of age, and had been a resident of this county since she was twelve years old. She was the widow of John W. Cross, who preceeded her in death seven years ago. Since Mr. Cross' death, she had resided with her son, Pharoah, who lived on the Spanish trail three miles west of Quincy, at the time of her death. She is survived by eight children: Mrs. Guy Parmer, Mrs. Willis Carman, Mrs. Shelley Gray, Pharoah, Joe, Frank W., Alfred and C. R. Cross, all of Quincy except Mrs. Parmer who lives in Pheems, Pa., and Frank W., Cross, Miami, Fla. One sister also survives her, Mrs. Mollie Gatlin, of Quincy. The Pallbearers were Joe Woodbery, Dan Smith, J. W. Stewart, Linwood Bevis, David Carman and Talmadge Lambert. The Faircloth Funeral Home was in charge.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 14, 1934]

Powell Dansby Suicides By Sending Bullet Thru His Brain Saturday
The people of Chattahoochee were deeply shocked last Saturday evening about 7 o'clock when the news quickly spread through the community that Powell Dansby, a young white man well known there and who was a hostler in the Atlantic Coast Line round-house at River Junction, had just committed suicide in the public street in front of the garage of the Chattahoochee Motor company. The facts of the tragic occurrence are as follows: Dansby had been over in Jackson county during the day in his car, and returning to Chattahoochee a little before 7 o'clock, put his car in the garage of the motor company. Tearing off a piece of blank paper lying on a table he went to the rear end of the garage, wrote there for a few moments and returned to the front where there were several young men. Handing the note he had written to Homer Hurt he took his pocketbook knife and bunch of keys out of his pockets, placed them on the table and remarked "I'm going to leave you." There was nothing in the words or his manner to indicate his desperate purpose, and the young men were startled a few moments later when they heard the report of a pistol in the street in front of the garage. Rushing out, they found Dansby lying in the street in a dying condition with a bullet hole through his head and a 32-calibre automatic lying by his side. The bullet had entered his right temple and emerged from the left temple. He lived only a few moments after his body was discovered. The note he had handed to Hurt gave no intimation of his reason for killing himself beyond stating that in an automobile accident a year before, he had been hurt and didn't wish to be a burden on anybody. He also directed the return of some souvenirs in his possession and asked his brother to finish making the payments on his car. Dansby has a brother, Frank, who lives in Graceville, Fla., and his mother resides at Verbena, Ala., to which point his remains were shipped and buried Tuesday morning.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 9, 1924]

Mrs. Henry Darsey of Darsey Crossing, died at her home early Monday morning after an illness of several months that had alternately taken changes for the better and then for the worse for some time. Death came in the early morning, the affliction being a form of heart trouble. She is survived by her husband, a prominent farmer of that section, and other relatives. Interment was made in the Barber Cemetery.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated Thursday, March 22, 1928.]

Judge Davidson Dies Quincy Home Tuesday A. M.
Well Known Attorney and Public Official Passed Away Tuesday After Long Illness
Funeral services for Judge James Little Davidson were held at the Quincy Presbyterian church Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock, Rev. D. J. Blackwell, pastor, officiating. Interment followed at eastern cemetery. Judge Davidson was at the time of his death the oldest practicing attorney in the Gadsden county bar. He was admitted to the bar in 1893, and since 1897 had been, as mayor for many years and of late years as municipal judge, on the city court bench with the exception of one short term. "Jim" Davidson, as he was affectionately known to his hundred of friends, is described as one of the most popular men that ever grew to manhood in Gadsden county. His extremely genial nature manifested itself at all times in a uniformly courteous attitude toward all, and he was loved by rich and poor alike. Early in life, his personality impressed itself on the minds of scores of his friends who crowded the church Wednesday to pay their last respects to him; and at no time throughout his career was he known to fail to come up to the social expectations of him, which continually added to his personality. As a mark of respect, the circuit court adjourned Wednesday afternoon, with instructions to a committee that an appropriate resolution be drawn for the court records honoring the memory of Judge Davidson. Business houses in Quincy closed during the funeral hour Wednesday, and hundreds followed the remins to the cemetery, nearly 200 cars being in the procession. Honorary pall bearers were: Justice R. H. Buford, of the Florida Supreme Court, Tallahassee; Judge W. J. Owen, of Tallahassee; Y. L. Watson, O. J. Clayton, Paul Gregory, Hugh Taylor, William Doss, Frank Thrower and J. Baxter Campbell, of Quincy. Active pall bearers were: Eddie Blake, George Munroe, John Curry, Kenneth MacGowan, Arthur Corry, Frank May. Among other prominent members of the bar from Tallahassee who were at the funeral were Judge W. H. Ellis and Judge J. B. Whitfield, of the State Supreme Court. Services at the church included music by a mixed choir of six, singing "Lead Kindly Light," and "Heaven of Rest." Hundreds of beautiful, rich floral offerings expressed the respects of a host of friends. Judge Davidson, who was born on March 12, 1872, was the younger son of the late Congressman R. H. M. Davidson, who represented the Third Florida district in Congress for 14 years. He married Miss Bessie Monroe, of Quincy. He had no children. Two adopted sons, E. M. Covington, of Tallahassee, and DeCarr Covington, of Dade City, were present at the funeral. Judge Davidson was active in public affairs from the time he became grown until his death, and soon after being admitted to the bar in 1893, his position in politics reached a point of prominence and continued to grow in strength through the years. During the Spanish American war he was a captain of a militia company. As a lawyer, he represented, among other large clients, the Seaboard Air Line Railway for many years. His practice of law brought him into contact with the leading minds of the state, and at the same time brought him into contact with the more wretched persons seeking defense in legal matters, or brought before the city court bench. All of these contacts demonstarated the winning personality of Jim Davidson, and created for him hundreds of enthusiastic friends in all walks of life. Judge Davidson had been in failing health for a long while, and two weeks ago suffered a serious turn for the worse. The end came at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning, at the residence. His wife and two sisters, Mrs. J. L. McFarlin and Mrs. C. S. Curtis, a brother and sister in law, Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Davidson, were with him. Surviving relatives, other than those mentioned above are; An aunt, Mrs. A. D. Stark, of Jacksonville; four cousins, W. D. Stark, of Jacksonville, and Misses Clara and agnes Davidson, of Jacksonville, and Mrs. May Lehy, of Jacksonville.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 31, 1929]

George I. Davis Died Saturday at Hospital in Jacksonville
Friends in Gadsden county learned with profound regret of the death of George I. Davis Saturday in Jacksonville. Mr. Davis was well and favorably known in this county, where he was born and reared. He was the father of Eugene Davis, of Midway, and Mrs. D. A. Avant, of Mt. Pleasant, and a brother of Thomas J. Davis, of Mt. Pleasant.

Burial was made in Tallahassee Monday afternoon, relatives and a large number of friends from Gadsden attending.
The following account of the death of Mr. Davis is taken from the Tallahassee State (this must be a newspaper) of Tuesday:

The funeral of George I. Davis, of this city, whose death occurred Saturday afternoon in a Jacksonville hospital, was conducted from Trinity church at 3:30 Monday afternoon by Rev. H. A. Spencer. The pall bearers were P. T. Mickler, F. D. Moor, C. C. Ashenhart, G. E. Lewis, O. C. VanBrunt and J. W. Collins.

Deceased was 71 years old and was widely known as one of the most prominent men of this city and section. He was a member of the memorial state constitutional convention of 1885, and was four years postmaster in this city. The firm of Gilmore and Davis, of which he was a member, were extensive builders and contractors and hardware merchants. In late years Mr. Davis was associated with his son in a large manufacturing business at Ocklocknee. At the time of his death he was chairman of the board of trustees and a member of the board of stewards of Trinity Methodist church of which he was a devoted member. He was one of the most prominent men in Florida Methodism, and was annually elected a delegate to the state conference.

Mr. Davis was born and reared in Gadsden county but spent the greater portion of his life in this city. He leaves a wife, son, Eugene, and daughters, Mr. D. A. (Fenton Garnett) Avant, of Mount Pleasant, two brothers, and along line of relatives who deeply deplore his loss.

Mr. Davis had been a sufferer for several months with serious nose and ear trouble, and was recently carried to a Jacksonville hospital for treatment. As an operation for mastoiditis was decided on Thursday. He was never conscious after the treatment and died Saturday afternoon.

George I. Davis was one of the best beloved men in the life of Tallahassee. He was the soul of honor and integrity; a true friend, a devoted citizen and a consistent Christian.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 27, 1927]

Rev. H. G. Davis Dies After Brief Illness at Macclenny Home
Jacksonville, Oct. 26.--The many friends of the Rev. Hiram G. Davis, 57, a well-known minister of the M. E. church, South, and pastor of the Macclenny Methodist church since last June, will regret to learn of his death, which occurred at his residence at Macclenny at noon Sunday, following a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Margaret Beasley Davis, two daughters, Mrs. S. F. Griffin, Boca Grande, and Mrs. W. L. Griffith, Arcadia; two sons, William Beasley Davis, who is attending the Bob Jones college, Panama City; Morrison Moseley Davis, attending Massey Business college, Jacksonville; three brothers, M. F. Davis, of Birmingham, Ala.; D. W. Davis and Dr. John L. Davis, Gordo, Ala. The body was removed to the parlors of Burns Clymore, 45 West Church street, and prepared for burial. The body of Rev. Davis, accompanied by the bereaved family and a delegation of Methodist ministers from the Jacksonville district, was forwarded last night to Gordo, Ala., his former home, where funeral services will be held this afternoon from the Methodist church there. Interment will be in the family burial grounds there. News of the death of Rev. Davis was received with keen interest by the Methodist congregation and his many other friends and admirers here, where for seven years he was pastor of Centenary Methodist church. It was during the pastorate of Rev. Davis that the local Methodist church was erected and it was largely through his efforts that Centenary church took its place as one of first importance in the Florida conference. Aside from his clerical duties Rev. Davis took keen and intelligent interest in all civic affairs and gave freely of his time and talents to further all worthy progressive movements. Rev. Davis left here four years ago to accept a pastorate at Aberdeen, Miss., but after serving one year there was transferred to the Florida conference again, serving churches at New Smyrna, Hastings and Macclenny. He had previously served some of the largest churches in the Methodist church, South, including New orleans, Birmingham and Miami.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 27, 1927]

Dies of Pneumonia
W. H. Dawkins, 56, died at his home eight miles south of Quincy Sunday of pneumonia. He had been ill for two weeks. Services were conducted from the home by Rev. D. J. Blackwell and burial was made in Sunny Dell cemetery with the N. J. Clark Funeral Home directing.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 15, 1929]

Sgt. Robert Dean Killed in Africa
Sgt. Robert L. Dean, of Quincy, was killed in action March 14, in North Africa, according to a notice received from the War Department by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Dean. Sgt. Dean was 24 years old and had spent all his life in Gadsden County before entering the Army in February, 1941. He was inducted at Camp Blanding soon after volunteering and in May of last year was sent to England. He was with the first invasion forces that landed in Africa and in letters received by relatives since he landed there he told of being in almost constant action. His promotion to sergeant came after he arrived in England and in his North African fighting he had distingushed himself with able leadership of the men under him. In the letters he wrote a few days before he was reported killed, Sgt. Dean was cheerful about the conditions under which fighting was being done and was looking forward to the first of May when he would be eligible to apply for furlough to return home. Sgt. Dean has three brothers in the service. They are, Pvt. Maston Dean, of Bainbridge; Pfc. Harold M. Dean, of Ft. Benning; and Pvt. Billy Dean, of Camp White, Ore. Other survivors are : three brothers, Jimmy, of St. Augustine, Hershel, of North, S. C., and H. A., of Quincy; a sister, Mrs. Harry Shepard, of Chattahoochee; three uncles, Otho Rowan, of Providence, John Rowan, of Quincy, and Jim Dean, of Greensboro.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, April 1, 1943]

The news of the death of T. M. Delacy, who died at his Hinson home September 9, following a stroke of paralysis, reached the times too late for publication last week. Mr. Delacy was 63 years of age and leaves a wife, a daughter, Mrs. Henry Chester, and a son, T. M., Jr., to mourn their loss. Interment was made in Barber cemetery Sunday following his death.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 21, 1916] (This is Thomas M. Delacy, b. 9-13-1853, d. 9-09-1916, m. 12-25-1879 to Nancy F. Alderman, Gadsden Co., FL. Son/o Andrew and Susan Jane Connell Delacy.)

SAMUEL DEZELL DIED AT MT. PLEASANT HOME. May 6 - died May 1 at age of 89. Served as a Union soldier. Married Mary Ford in 1862. Five children, four living: Miss Allie Dezell and Mrs. I. F. Shepard of Mt. Pleasant; Mrs. Lizzie Shepard of Jacksonville, and James A. Dezell of Greensboro. Moved to Gadsden county in 1886.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, Thursday, May 19, 1918]

Henry Abram Dike dies At Home of Mother At Havana December 27
Havana, Jan. 4---Henry Abram Dike, of New York, passed away on December 27 at the home of his mother, Mrs. Jennie M. Osborn, who lives near Havana. Mr. Dike had been visiting at hismother's home for two weeks. It was the first visit that he had made his mother and the first time that she had seen him in 22 years. He was in his 51st year. The deceased is survived by his mother, a brother, James I. Dike, a sister, Mrs. Alice L. Bartholomew, and an uncle, Nathan Dike, all of Havana. He also leaves a daughter, Esther Dike, of Los Angeles, Calif., Lewis A. Dike, a brother, of Britton, S.D., and two sisters, Mrs. Elma D. Johnson, of Twin, Iowa, and Mrs. Iva L. Pankon, of Modesta, Calif. Burial took place on December 29 at the Vickers cemetery, Havana, Rev. R. E. Wicker officiating.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 6, 1927]

Samuel Dickson Dies At His Home Paris, Texas
Word has been received of the death in Paris, Texas, of Samuel Dickson, July 3. Mr. Dickson formerly made his home in Quincy, moving from here to Texas many years ago. He will be remembered by many of the older residents here as a good citizen and neighbor and a man of integrity and fine character. Deceased was a brother of Mrs. H. C. (Harriet Cornelia Dickson) Lester, of Bainbridge, Ga., formerly of Gadsden county; F. R. Lester, of Quincy, and Dixon (Dickson) Lester, of Havana, are nephews of Mr. Dickson.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, July 11, 1929]

Henry Abram Dike dies At Home of Mother At Havana December 27
Havana, Jan. 4---Henry Abram Dike, of New York, passed away on December 27 at the home of his mother, Mrs. Jennie M. Osborn, who lives near Havana. Mr. Dike had been visiting at hismother's home for two weeks. It was the first visit that he had made his mother and the first time that she had seen him in 22 years. He was in his 51st year. The deceased is survived by his mother, a brother, James I. Dike, a sister, Mrs. Alice L. Bartholomew, and an uncle, Nathan Dike, all of Havana. He also leaves a daughter, Esther Dike, of Los Angeles, Calif., Lewis A. Dike, a brother, of Britton, S.D., and two sisters, Mrs. Elma D. Johnson, of Twin, Iowa, and Mrs. Iva L. Pankon, of Modesta, Calif. Burial took place on December 29 at the Vickers cemetery, Havana, Rev. R. E. Wicker officiating.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 6, 1927]

Died Before Reaching Jail
(Quincy) Deputy Sheriffs Long and DeVane were called upon Friday night to go to Hinson and arrest James Dike, 65, who was thought intoxicated. When the officers reached the home of a relative they found Dike sitting in a chair in a stupor, apparently under the influence of alcohol. He was brought to Quincy for the purpose of holding him in jail until the effects of whiskey had disappeared. Upon arrival here the officers found when they commanded the man to alight he paid no attention to their orders, and further investigation disclosed to the bewildered officers that Dike was dead.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 15, 1927]

H. M. Durden Died at Havana Home Sunday Night
After an illness of six weeks, H. M. (Marion) Durden died at his home in Havana Sunday night, death resulting from an attack of typhoid fever. Mr. Durden was engaged in the cross tie business near Havana and was regarded as one of the best citizens of that part of the county. He is survived by widow (Tillie Vickers Durden) and five children (Clifton, Lamar, Leroy, Johnny, and Glennie Mae), who have the sympathy of a large circle of friends and neighbors in their loss. Burial was made at Vickers cemetery, three miles northeast of Havana Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Services were conducted at the grave by the pastor of the Havana Methodist church.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 26, 1924]

Miss Sue Durham, an aged lady who has been in the family of A. L. Wilson, Sr., for the past forty years, died at the Wilson home on west Jefferson street Tuesday afternoon, death being due to infirmities of old age. For the past fourteen years Miss Durham had been blind and during all this time she was given every care and attention. Burial was made Wednesday forenoon in the Eastern cemetery, following services at the grave conducted by Rev. D. J. Blackwell, of the Presbyterian church. Miss Durham was a member of the Methodist church, but in the absence of the pastor, Dr. Buhrman, Rev. Blackwell officiated.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 19, 1924]

Thomas Dykes died at his Concord home Friday. One more of Gadsden county's old Confederate heroes passed from this life May 3rd and his remains were laid among the silent tombs in the Johnson cemetery (now known as the Woodbery-Womack Cemetery). Mr. Thomas Dykes was born in this neighborhood about 1840. Served with Gen. R. E. Lee's commands in Tennessee and Kentucky. He leaves one son and three daughters.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times Thursday, May 19, 1918]

Service Tues. For Adolphus Edwards
Funeral services for Adolphus Edwards, 71, who died Sunday, were held from the Methodist church at Old Mount Pleasant at 10 a. m. Tuesday, the Rev. J. E. Skipper, pastor of the Greensboro Methodist church, officiating. Burial was made in the church cemetery nearby. Mr. Edwards was born at Old Mount Pleasant in this county on September 12, 2862. During the major part of his business career he engaged in the turpentine business in Georgia and in the southern part of Florida. After retiring from this vocation, he engaged in farming in this county. Surviving relatives are two sons, A. M. Edwards, St. Petersburg, and Chester Edwards, Apalachicola; four daughters, Mrs. T. E. Whittle, Greensboro; Mrs. H. W. Bishop, Bishopville; Mrs. W. C. Prince, Greenville; Mrs. R. E. Smith, DeLand. One brother, Ralph Edwards, of Blountstown, also survives. The late Frank Edwards, formerly proprietor of the Quincy Hotel, was a brother. Mr. Edwards was united in marriage with Miss Bell Chester, of Wetumpka, who died April 15, 1924. The deceased was a member of the Methodist church and throughout his life was a man of fine Christian character. He wa affiliated with the order of the Knights of Pythias.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 17, 1934]

Mrs. H. L. Edwards Dies at Country Home After Illness Several Years
After an illness extending over a period of several years, Mrs. H. L. Edwards, 59, died at a Jacksonville hospital Tuesday night at 10:30, following an operation some hours earlier. It was the third operation she had undergone during the past few years. Mrs. Edwards is survived by her husband and the following named children: Newell, of Tallahassee, Herschel, of Miami, and Mrs. Lala Petty, of Cocoa. One daughter, Mrs. Ola Bennett, preceded her in death eleven years ago. Other surviving relatives are three brothers, Joseph, George and Elmer Suber, all of this county, as well as one half brother, W. F. Cowan, and one sister, Mrs. Charles Vanlandingham. Mrs. Edwards was a devout member of the Providence Baptist church and her Christian virtues wer manifested in her many deeds of kind and charitable nature. Her death is deeply mourned by the entire community in which she resided and where she will be so greatly missed. Services will be held from the home at 3:30 o'clock this afternoon and burial will be made in the Edwards cemetery near Sawdust. In the absence of the Baptist pastor of Providence, Rev. D. J. Blackwell, of the Quincy Presbyterian church will officate. [Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times June 27, 1929]
(Della E. Suber, born 10-5-1869, died 6-25-1929, w/of Herschel Lee Edwards, dau/of Lemuel P. and Emiline Weatherington Suber)

Many Attend Burial Mrs. H. L. Edwards Thurs.
Many friends gathered Thursday afternoon to attend the services and burial of Mrs. H. L. Edwards, who died at a Jacksonville hospital following an operation on Tuesday previous. Services were conducted from the home near Sawdust by Rev. J. E. DuPree, pastor of the Providence Baptist church, of which deceased was a member, assisted by Rev. D. J. Blackwell, of the Quincy Presbyterian church. The body was taken to the Edwards cemetery for burial where it was laid to rest beneath the shades of the sheltering trees and myraids of beautiful flowers, emblematic of the pure and beautiful life of the departed wife and mother. The pall bearers were N. B. Jordan, L. D. McMillan, C. H. Gray, M. B. Bates, Dr. R. L. Munroe and R. L. Sweger. O. C. Musgrove, of the N. J. Clark Funeral Home, was the director.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 4, 1929]

Life-time Concord Resident Dies-----
Photo Mrs. Nora Walsh Edwards, 69, died last Sunday morning, November 7th at Riverside Hospital in Bainbridge, Ga., following an illness of ten days. Mrs. Edwards was born in Concord, May 4th, 1879. Funeral services were held at the graveside at Vickers cemetery. Survivors: her husband, T. L. Edwards, a son, Morris, of Concord; a daughter, Mrs. Nan Warlick of Tallahassee; four sisters, Mrs. J. J. Perritt, Panama City; Mrs. Frank Perritt, Sr., Miss Allene Walsh and Mrs. George W. Barber all of Concord; a brother, L. R. Walsh of Quincy and three granddaughters, Miss Barbara Powell, Miss Donna Warlick and Mrs. Wesley Thornton of Jacksonville.
[Article courtesy of Gadsden County Times dated November 1948]
(Daughter of Patrick and Nancy Callahan Walsh of Concord)

Havana Mourns Death of Elizabeth Ellinor
Havana, May 22--The death of Elizabeth Ellinor, the 12-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. F. (Samuel Fleming and Mary Zadie Waites) Ellinor, Tuesday morning at 2:30 has cast a pall of sorrow over all Havana. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Hill, of River Junction, Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock at the family residence, interment in the Ellinor lot at Shelfer cemetery. Ernest Shelfer, Adger Butler, Byron Sasser, Clarence Morgan, Conrad Harrell and Pascal Sapp were pall bearers, while Misses Edith Campbell, Elsie Porter, Louise Winburn, Maggie May LeVar, Bertie Winburn and Virginia Campbell, coworkers in B. Y. P. U. and classmates at Sabbath and day school of Elizabeth, were an honorary escort. The stream of sympathetic callers and numerous floral tributes bear witness of the love of which she was held and the desire to comfort the heartbroken family. An unusually bright child, gifted in a marked degree, with a frail body that held a soul that served God and loved everybody.

Her work so well done here will continue to perfection in Heaven, and her memory fragrant with love and unselfishness will live in the hearts of loved ones. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Ellinor, one sister, Miss Louise, Mesdames Waites, of Sanford; Annie Ellinor, of Havana, grandmothers; Mrs. Oliver Waits, of Sanford; Mrs. R. S. Andrews, of Madison, aunts; Joe and Lawson Ellinor, of Havana, uncles; and numerous cousins.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 22, 1924]

Express Gratitude for Kindness and Flowers
Havana, May 27--Out of the hearts of loving remembrance and gratitude, Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Ellinor and Miss Louise Ellinor desire to express their appreciation of the many beautiful acts of kindness shown and lovely flowers given to their little daughter and sister, Elizabeth, not only at her death, but during the many months of her illness. And it's such a comfort to know that loved friends and neighbors did the very last things for her. In such an hour only divine and human love and sympathy can sustain us.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 29, 1924]

N. Eubanks Died at His Home Near Havana After Illness of Two Days
N. Eubanks died at his home near Havana Friday after an illness of two days of gall stones. Burial was made in the Shelfer cemetery Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Services were held at the grave, conducted by Rev. R. T. Russell, pastor of the First Baptist church, of Quincy. Mr. Eubanks is survived by his widow and the following named children: Mrs. Mary Butler, Havana; Mrs. W. V. Miller, Orlando; Mrs. J. L. Slappey, Bainbridge, Ga.; I. W. Eubanks, Madison; J. E. Eubanks, Largo; C. C. Eubanks, Clearwater; B. T. Eubanks, Marianna; M. L. Eubanks, Savannah, Ga.; C. R. Eubanks, Henderson, N. C.; J. H. Eubanks, Havana. Mr. Eubanks was one of Gadsden county's oldest and best known citizens and his death came as a distinct surprise to his many friends throughout the county. He was unusually active for a man of his age and took a real interest in the affairs of his county and state up to the time he was taken ill. He possessed a cordial, pleasing personality which gave him a wide acquaintance and made for him friends without stint. He was the type of man that will be missed.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 9, 1924]

Little Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Evans, Jr. Died At Mt. Pleasant
Frances, the six-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Evans, Jr., died at the home of the parents of Mr. Evans at Mt. Pleasant Tuesday morning, after an illness of about one week. Burial was made at the Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery Wednesday forenoon. Services were conducted from the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Evans, Sr. by Rev. W. P. Chalmers of Gretna and Rev. J. R. Gilbert of Mt. Pleasant. Mr. and Mrs. Evans reside at Vero Beach and were visiting the parents of Mr. Evans at Mt. Pleasant when the child was taken ill and died. Mrs. Evans is a daughter of C. F. Bevis.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 13, 1927]

Aged Citizen Passes Away at Greensboro
Greensboro, August 9.--Sunday afternoon Garnett Faircloth passed away, after a long illness, a victim of paralysis. He had reached the ripe age of 80 years, all of which had been spent in this county. In 1869 he was united in marriage with Miss Laura Spear and to this union were born fourteen children, nine of whom are living. He also leaves forty grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren, besides his widow. A number of years ago the deceased professed faith in the Savior and united with the Baptish church at Pleasant Grove. Services were conducted at Flat Creek church by Rev. S. T. Matthews, of Quincy, and Rev. J. E. Dupree of Greensboro, and the remains put away at the church yard adjoining. Up until a few weeks ago Mr. Faircloth was active in farming and had retained unusual strength for a man of his age. He will be greatly missed by loved ones and friends.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, August 11, 1927]

Negro Is Slain After Friendly Bout At Party
Willie Green Is Held on Second Degree Murder Indictment in Connection Death of Sammy Ferguson
Willie Green, aged 20 years, negro, is held in the county jail on a second degree murder charge, following the death last Saturday night of Sammy Ferguson, aged 22 years, negro, who was shot at a party at the home of Joe Walker in the Sawdust community. The killing is said to have been the aftermath of what at first was a friendly tassle. Green is said to have shot at the victim three times with a revolver. Two bullets took effect, one in the chest and another in the right hip. Ferguson died on the way to the Gadsden County Hospital. He was married, while Green is single. Following the shooting, Green ran to his home, where he was found a little later, and arrested by Deputy Sheriffs Pierce Luten and Otha Edwards. He told the officers he threw the pistol away, and it has not been located. Frank B. Thrower, justice of the peace, Mondey morning conducted a Coroner's inquest, with the following Cortelle Edwards, Tom Shepard, J. jurors: Wilfred Strom, O. F. Watson, A. Lee and Maxwell Strom.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, March 1, 1934]

Hosford, Jan. 16--Mrs. Herbert Ferrell died at her home here Monday morning at 2 o'clock. She had been ill for several months. She leaves a husband and two children, one brother, and four sisters to mourn their loss. Her friends extend deepest sympathy to all her loved ones. Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist Church here by Rev. J. C. Bishop, pastor of the Baptist church, assisted by Rev. K. O. Kroff, pastor of the Methodist church.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 17, 1924]

Death of Mr. Fletcher
Mr. George Fletcher died Saturday afternoon about 1 o'clock, after a long illness. Mr. Fletcher is survived by his wife, Mrs. Eliza Fletcher, a number of children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, two brothers, a host of relatives and loved ones. The burial services took place Sunday afternoon on the Fletcher property, Rev. F. M. Wells officiating. Many beautiful flowers covered the newly made grave. Our sympathy goes out in the death of our older citizen.
[Excerpt from the Providence News column courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, December 11, 1924]

Greensboro, Jan. 23---In the passing of the spirit of Mrs. William H. Fletcher at her home at Sycamore on Wednesday night, January 16, the community lost one of the best women that ever lived, and the bereaved family has a vacancy that can not be filled. She left an aged, afflicted husband to mourn, besides a large family of children and grandchildren. One son, Rev. Wm. G. Fltecher, of Fresno, California, and the youngest son, Clarence, of Miami, could not come. Mrs. H. K. Bubenzer, of Bunkie, La.; G. S. Fletcher, Miami, H. B. Fletcher and family, Cedar Key, arrived in time to attend the funeral. Another son, J. L., who lives near his parents, and Mrs. W. J. Mahaffey, the youngest daughter attender her during her brief illness. Death was rather sudden, being due to pneumonia, and came as a great shock to her loved ones and friends, some of whom did not know she was ill. Interment was made in the family plot at Old Sycamore cemetery, after a brief service in the church conducted by Rev. Thos. Williams, of the Methodist church. He was assisted by Rev. F. E. Steinmeyer, who was at one time pastor and a special friend of the Fletcher family. To the bereaved family the entire community extends sympathy.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 24, 1924]

Preston Ferguson Dies at Age of Eleven Years
Preston, the 11 year old son of Mrs. Mattie Ferguson, of near Greensboro, died Monday in the Gadsden County Hospital, where he had been under treatment for five weeks, following a leg injury. Burial was made at Providence cemetery Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock, following services conducted by Rev. D. J. Blackwell, of the Quincy Presbyterian church. Many sorrowing friends of the family attended the funeral of the little boy, who was a favorite of all neighbors. The grave was covered with beautiful flowers, symbolic of the innocence of the youth, whose death brough pangs of sorrow to the entire community in which he resided and was so well known. Preston is survived by a devoted mother, four brothers and two sisters. [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929]
From the Providence News column, Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929:
Death Preston Ferguson
Preston Ferguson, eleven year old son of Mrs. Mattie Ferguson, working on the farm of Mrs. Sarah Anderson, died at the Quincy hospital and was buried in local cemetery here Tuesday afternoon. Preston, while attending Greensboro school, in an accidental way, received an injured leg, later spending five weeks in the hospital before death. Rev. D. J. Blackwell of Quincy conducted the services, with Mr. Dockery, of the Davis tent meeting, leading the singing. Many beautiful flowers covered this eleven year old boy's early grave.

Death Near Concord of Miss Beulah Ferrell
With the passing of Miss Beulah Ferrell, 34, at her home near Concord recently a much beloved woman passed to her reward. Burial was made in Barber cemetery at Concord, with services conducted by Dr. Floyd P. Davis, pastor of the Havana Baptist church. The deceased lived with a brother, two of whom survive.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 18, 1934]

Remains of O. B. Floyd Brought Here for Burial
The ashes of the late O. B. Floyd, 77, who died at his home in Orlando February 8, were deposited in Eastern Cemetery in this city Sunday afternoon, beside the grave of his mother, Mrs. Martha Floyd. Mr. Floyd, formerly of this county, was, before his retirement from business, prominently identified with the citrus packing business of Orange county. Surviving relatives of the deceased are his widow, three sons, Carol, Marcus and Bruce, of Orlano; three daughters, Mrs. Olive Goodwin, of Jacksonville; Mrs. Marie Palmer, of California, and Miss Mae Floyd, of Orlando; three sisters, Mrs. W. H. Shelfer, of Quincy, Mrs. Annie Ellinor, of Havana, and Mrs. M. C. Kennedy, Malone. Burial was in charge of the Neal Faircloth Funeral Home.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, February 15, 1934]

Native of Quincy Dies at Madison
Albert E. Fraleigh, aged 66, a native of Quincy, but who went to Madison to live while yet a small boy, died Wednesday morning of heart trouble, an attack of which he suffered while at one of his farms. He was an extensive shade tobacco grower and packer, and for some years had taken a prominent part in the business and social life of Madison. He is survived by his widow and five children, Mrs. J. G. Ashely, Madison; Mrs. R. C. Cates, Jr., Spartanburg, S. C.; Mrs. A. G. Paul, Jr., Bend, Ore.; A. E, Fraleigh, York, Pa.; and Theodore Fraleigh, Madison. Funeral services are to occur this Thursday afternoon, with the burial at Madison. Mrs. Meade A. Love and Mrs. R. J. Love went to Madison this morning to attend the funeral.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 14, 1934]

Death of Infant Son of Dr. and Mrs. Gainey
Dr. and Mrs. J. G. Gainey are receiving the sympathy of their many friends in the loss of their infant son, who died Saturday night at the Gadsden County Hospital, of hemorrhagic fever. The funeral services was conducted by the Reverend Mr. C. W. White Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock a the Eastern cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Clanton, parents of Mrs. Gainey, who were called to Quincy on account of the illness of Mrs. Gainey, will remain while Mrs. Gainey is convalescing.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 7, 1929]

S. J. Gissendaner Dies at River Junction
S. J. Gissendaner, for many years a prominent citizen of River Junction, died at his residence there Sunday afternoon. Mr. Gissendaner was about 60 years of age, and had been agent for the Seaboard Air Line railway at the river landing for a number of years. Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday morning, the Rev. Charles L. Wattenbarger, Baptist pastor, officiating, after which the remains were accompanied to Pinckard, Ala., for interment. Masonic honors were accorded the deceased at the funeral by the local chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. Mr. Gissendaner had been a member of the Baptit church for a number of years, was prominent in local Masonic activities, and had earned the love and respect of all his home town citizens. Surviving relatives are: His widow; two daughters, Mrs. Annie Mae Smith, of Miami; Mrs. Norine Seaman, Decatur, Ala.; three sons; Douglas Gissendaner, Montgomery, Ala.; Robert Gissendaner, and S. J. Gissendaner, Jr., both of River Junction; two brothers, A. M. Gissendaner, J. G. Gissendaner, both of River Junction; one sister, Mrs. W. D. Spivey, of River Junction.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 7, 1929, from the River Junction social news column.]

In Memoriam - George Glenn
We, as a Sunday school class, want to express our sympathy to our beloved classmate's mother, brother and sisters in the loss of their son and brother and our classmate. If it had been in our power to keep him, we feel we could not have let him go. But we have an all-wise Heavenly Father who knoweth and doeth all things well. We miss his bright and cheerful smiles, and his many winsome ways that made his life worth while. Though our hearts are crushed and broken, there is one sweet consolation after all, "Tis better to have loved and lost, than never to have loved at all." Though God allowed this beautiful blossom to stay with us only a short while to brighten our community and Sunday school, those years will linger forever. It seems to those of us left behind that the burden is too heavy to bear, and as a Sunday school class we wish to convey our sincere sympathy to the family and loved ones. He was one of the earth's jewels who has gone to brighten heaven for the loved ones there, and we all hope to meet him in that eternal home over there when our Lord calls us.
Committee--M. H. Parker, Teacher; Trudie Whittle, Ben Johnson, Essie Potter.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, July 28, 1927]

W. H. Glenn Died at his Home near Greensboro Early Tuesday Morning
W. H. Glenn, aged 58 years, died at his home three miles from Greensboro early Tuesday morning, following a congested chill. Mr. Glenn was taken ill Monday morning as he was about to begin the day's work on his farm and grew gradually worse until the chill came on and ended his earthly career. Services were held from the Old Sycamore church Wednesday forenoon at 10 o'clock, Rev. R. T. Russell, pastor of the Quincy Baptist church, officiating. Burial was made in the cemetery there. The deceased is survived by a widow and eleven children, besides the following brothers and sisters: Charles Glenn, Gretna; Owen Glenn, O'Brien; Mrs. F. W. Edwards, Quincy; Mrs. Henry Haire, of this community. Mr. Glenn was well known throughout Gadsden county, where he was born and reared and spent his entire life.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 23, 1925]

Father of Mrs. Arthur Womack Dies in Ala.
Mr. and Mrs.Arthur Womack of Havana left Saturday night for Birmingham, Ala., to attend the funeral services of Mrs. Womack;s father, W. R. Glenn, 87, who died at his home there Saturday afternoon. Other surviving children are two sons and three daughters. Mr. Glenn was well known in Havana and vicinity where he had visited his daughter and where he made many friends who learned with regret of his demise.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 24, 1934]

Death of Infant
On Sunday morning the 8 month old baby girl of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Godwin died, after a prolonged illness. The body was taken to Madison for burial. Mr. and Mrs. Godwin have the profound sympathy of all their many friends in their loss.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, August 29, 1929]

Charles H. Gray, Superintendent, Died Wednesday
Was School Superintendent 29 Years and Member of National Educational Policy Commisson 8 Years

Charles Hyram Gray, Superintendent of Public Instruction in Gadsden County for 29 years and the oldest in service of any County Superintendent in Florida, died at the Archbold Memorial Hospital, Thomasville, Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. He was 61 years old. Mr. Gray had been ill with colds for several weeks but about a week ago pneumonia developed. He seemed to be responding to treatment satisfactorily until the past weekend when his condition became critical. He was carried to the Thomasville hospital but treatment there was too late.

Mr. Gray was appointed Superintendent of Public Instruction in April, 1914, after the death of the former Superintendent, J. R. Key. He was a candidate for election to the office in June, 1914, and was elected. He was the son of J. H. Gray, who was a County Commissioner of Gadsden county for a number of years before retiring in 1912. He was born Oct. 8, 1881, in South Georgia and soon afterward moved with his family to the Concord community where he was reared. He attended the University of Florida, then located at Tallahassee, and was a teacher in the rural schools of the county before he became Superintendent.

During his administration, Mr. Gray saw the construction of every school building in the County with the exception of the old Quincy High School building. He guided the consolidation of rural schools of the county and helped establish transportation systems necessary to bring children. Under his leadership and largely through his influence the school system of Gadsden County is now recognized as one of the best in the State. He helped formulate the policy of the Florida Educational Society when the organization was young and was always an active member. He was given the honor of being elected to the National Educational Policy Commission for eight years and was sent to Denver, Col., last summer to serve on this committee for the National Educational Society.

Mr. Gray was a Past Worshipful Master of the Washington Lodge of Masons and a Stewart in the Centenary Methodist Church.

Funeral services are being held this afternoon at 4:30 at Centenary Methodist Church with Rev. S. A. Wilson, the pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery with Rouse Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

The County School Board met yesterday after Mr. Gray's death and instructed all schools of the County to close today.

Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Gertrude Darsey Gray; two sons, Dr. Edwin and Charlie; three daughters, Mrs. M. L. Haire, Evelyn and Jimmie Gray.

Active pallbearers are George W. Munroe, James A. Shanks, H. E. Nixon, L. D. McMillan, George Bates and Hugh Taylor. Honory pallbears are: M. B. Bates, George Gregory, Jack Key, Tom Macon, Lamar Lester, Otho Edwards, Bob Lester, Fount May, Fred May, Horace Curry, Fisher Williams, John Curry, J. W. Woodward, F. F. Morgan, W. M. Inman, A. B. Blackburn, L. L. Willis; S. C. Crouch, Dr. H. V. Porter, J. P. Smith, Frank Thrower, Clint Bassett, R. L. Green, Steve Edwards, Donald Livingston, Newel Edwards, B. F. Smith, Johnny Hinson, Leo Batt, Henry Weinberg, Earnest Mahaffey, Rabe Love, A. L. Wilson, Edward Woodbery, N. B. Jordan.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, March 18, 1943]

Mrs. Gray, 86, Died in Gretna Oct 19
Mrs. Elizabeth Strickland Gray, 86, died at her home in Gretna, Oct. 19. Mrs. Gray was born in the Concord community and moved to Gretna in 1920 where she lived since. She was a member of the Gretna Baptist Church. Funeral Services were held at the church at four o'clock in the afternoon, Oct. 19, with Rev. Joe Hough, pastor, officiating and assisted by Rev. Graden. Burial was at the Mt. Pleasant cemetery with Butler-Morgan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. S. L. Smith, Woodville, Mrs. I. L. McDougal, Chattahoochee, Mrs. A. J. Smith, Gretna, and Mrs. Sam Woodbery, Havana; a sister, Mrs. R. H. Clemons of Woodville, and 11 grandchildren. Pallbearers were Charlie Timmons, Hugh McKeown, Byron Suber, T. D. Presnell, Joe Woodbery and G. H. Chester.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 28, 1943]]

An Old Resident Died Last Sunday
George F. Gray, 78, farmer, who had lived in Gadsden county for the past forty years, died Sunday at his home near Gretna from causes due to advanced age. Mr. Gray was considered one of Gadsden's best citizens and had friends in nearly every section of the county. His remains were interred in Mt. Pleasant cemetery Monday forenoon at 10 o'clock. He leaves a widow and the following named daughters; Mrs. Sid Smith, of Woodville; Mrs. A. J. Smith, of Orlando; Mrs. Sam Woodbery, of Havana, and Mrs. Fay McDougald, of Quincy, also one brother, and sister (Cenie Gray Vickers) living at Concord. C. H. (Charlie) Gray, superintendent of public instruction of Gadsden county, is a nephew of the deceased.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 1, 1927]

In Memoriam
James Forest Gray was the son of James H. and Sarah C. Gray. He first saw the light in Concord, Gadsden county, Florida, on November 20, 1892. He spent most of his life in his home ocunty. He was very quiet in disposition and somewhat reserved in his manners; always kind and courteous to all with whom he came in social contact. For fourteen years he made his home with his brother, G. H. Gray, in Quincy, Florida, always spending the week-ends with his mother at the old home, where she stilll resides. He never joined any church or religious order, but often attended public worship; neither was he ever a member of any fraternal order. He was never obtrusive, nor did he seek prominence among his associates, and the great esteem with which his friends always regarded him was uniform and constant, because of his personal worth. He was thirty-four years, four months, and four days of age at the time of his death.

He died in the Gadsden County Hospital at Quincy, March 24, 1927, and was buried that afternoon in Concord cemetery by the side of his father, who died nine yers ago.

The funeral director was T. L. Macon, undertaker, of Quincy. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. S. N. Burns, pastor of Hinson charge, assisted by Rev. F. J. Patterson, pastor of First Methodist church, Quincy; Rev. R. E. Wicker, First Methodist church, Havana, and Rev. W. J. Gray, a former pastor, now living at Hinson. the cortege was of great length from the residence to the cemetery, where the obseqquies were held and the floral offerings were abundant, beautiful and in a variety of design. Besides his mother, his brothers and sisters now living are: Brother, C. H. Gray, county superintendent public instruction, Quincy; Clarence Gray, Concord; Claude Gray, Concord; H. C. Gray, Havana, and Lamar Gray, Jacksonville; sisters, Mrs. Lulla M. Laing, Calvary, Ga.; Mrs. Lee Laing, Calvary, Ga.; and Mrs. Nona Owens, Quincy.
S. N. Burns.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 7, 1927]

Photo Death of James H. Gray, last Thursday (January 31) at his home near Concord. He was aged 65 years. Survived by wife and 11 children: Mrs. G. A. Lang and Mrs. R. M. Lang of Calvary, Ga; C. H., James Gray and Mrs. J. L. Owens, Quincy; W. B. Gray, Amsterdam, Ga; Claude, Clarence, Howard, Lamar and Miss Lessie Gray, Concord. Three brothers and two sisters: G. F. Gray, Gretna; John H. Gray, Concord; A. J. Gray, Corpus Christi, Tx; Mrs. John Vickers, Gretna; Mrs. Millie Burkett, Corpus Christi. Funeral services by Rev. Henry of Hinson Methodist church at 1 o'clock Friday. Woodmen of the World funeral. Interment at cemetery at Concord (Cemetery).
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated February 7, 1918]

Photo Mrs. Laura Gray, widow of the late W. B. Gray, died (November 29, 1922) in a Bainbridge hospital after a brief illness. Predeceased by husband, W. B. Gray, brother of (School) Superintendent (Charles H.) Gray. Survivors: 2 sons ages 11 and 8, and a daughter 14.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated December 7, 1922]
(Notes by Angela Cassidy: Laura Alice Johnson Gray was the dau/of Irvin and Arrenvie Poppell Johnson of Concord, and was born October 29, 1881. She was married to William Byron Gray, son of James H. Gray and Sarah Catherine Johnson Gray. William Byron Gray died June 14, 1922. The children were Josephine, Willie, and Wilson, and they were each raised by different relatives.)

Our entire community was shocked Tuesday when we learned of the death of Mrs. Wilbur Green; our hearts were all saddened. She was Miss Julia Bowen of Greensboro before her marriage. She lacked a few days of spending eight months in marriage life. She leaves several loved ones to mourn for her, but our loss was her gain. The remains were laid to rest in Providence cemetery Wednesday (August 22) afternoon; a host of friends and relatives came to bid their last farewell.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated August 24, 1916, in the Providence news section]

Former Slave Passes To Her Last Reward
Milly Green, a well-known and highly regarded colored woman, entered into eternal rest Thursday. She was born in 1847, two years before the gold rush to California, and was the slave of the late Judge P. W. White. "Aunt Milly," as she was called by her white friends, gave the last 35 years of her life to the nursing and care of infants and there is hardly a home in Quincy that has not known her faithful and kindly ministrations. Beautiful floral offerings were sent by her white friends, many of whom gathered at her home to show their respect. There are few of her kind left and her passing removes from our midst a gentle and kindly character.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 27, 1929]

Death At Greensboro Sunday, Mrs. Carl Green
Greensboro, August 7.--On Sunday (which would have been August 5) afternoon the death angel visited our little town and bore away the spirit of Mrs. Carl Green. She had suffered for several months and although loving hands did all they could for her, it seemed to no avail, and the life passed into the great beyond. Before her marriage two and a half years ago she was Miss Ola Gardner, of Pavo, Ga., and was well known and loved here, where she had frequently visited relatives. All of her immediate family reached her bedside just before (the rest was in another column and missed in photographing). [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, August 9, 1917]

Pleasant F. Green, one of the oldest citizens of Greensboro, passed away at his home Monday of this week. Mr. Green had been ill for several weeks before his death, but up until that time was able to be up and around. His death is mourned by a great host of admiring friends as well as by his devoted relatives.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated January 3, 1918]
(Pleasant Frederick Green was born October 12, 1848, and died December 31, 1917. He was the first child of Susan Wethington and Richard Pryor Green and the first grandchild of Frederick and Lovey Wethington. He was named for both of his grandfathers and called Ples. He was married to 1) Emily "Emma" J. McKeown and 2) Mary Cooper or Mary White (unsure of surname). Source: "The Frederick Weathington Family of Gadsden County, Florida 1830-1984" by Laura Belle Edwards, no date, pages 32, 33, 34)

MRS. GREEN DIES AT GREENSBORO---Estimable Woman gone to Her Reward After Many Years on Earth ---On last Monday, May 6, as the sun was going down, the soul of one of Greensboro's oldest and most loved citizens passed into the great beyond. Mrs. Susan Green, wife of the late Rev. R. P. Green, had been in ill health for some years and although her death wasn't such a shock to those with whom she lived, it was no less sad to them and her friends throughout the country.
Her husband passed out of this life in the year 1899, after a life of usefulness as a minister.
Mrs. Green had reached the ripe old age of 82 years, and was a great sufferer for a long time, yet she bore her suffering with much patience and was submissive to the will of the Heavenly Father, whom she loved and trusted.

She was the mother of seven children, two of whom died in early childhood. The surviving children are P. F. Green, Mrs. A. H. Strange, Mrs. M. E. Clark, J. W. Green, all of this place and neighborhood. A son, Thomas A. Green, died about 20 years ago.

The remains were laid to rest in the old cemetery known as the Westington place (Weathington cemetery) on Tuesday morning, Rev. H. S. Howard conducting the services. Her loved ones should feel comforted by the thought that their loss is Heaven's gain and the separation will be for only a while.
"blessed are the dead who die in the Lord."
A Friend.
[Excerpted from "The Frederick Weathington Family of Gadsden County, Florida 1830-1984" by Laura Belle Edwards, no date, page 33.]
(Susannah "Susan" Green was born in North Carolina on November 20, 1829, and died May 6, 1912. She was the wife of Rev. Richard Pryor Green.)

Mrs. W. B. Greer, 66, Died Last Night
Mrs. W. B. Greer, 66, died at her home on N. Calhoun St., in Quincy at 11:15 Wednesday night after a serious illness of about nine months. Mrs. Greer came to Quincy in 1914 from Kentucky and until her illness forced her retirement was active in church and social affairs of the city. She was a member of the Methodist Chruch and Order of the Eastern Star. Funeral services will be held Friday from the Rouse Funeral Home with Rev. S. A. Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, W. B. Greer, two daughters, Mrs. Mary T. Gunn, of Atlanta, and Mrs. Alma Lee rench, of Jacksonville, and a son, William T. Greer, of Sanford, Fla. Pallbearers will be S. H. Solomon, B. J. Butler, Hugh Stephens, Steve Edwards, E. C. Mahaffey and C. C. Guy.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, Thursday, December 23, 1943]

The sad news of the death of Mrs. Archibald Gregory who died in Atlanta was received here Sunday. The body was brought here and interred in Siloam cemetery Tuesday afternoon at 3:30. Funeral services were held at the residence of Mrs. Kirk Gregory, conducted by Rev. D. J. Blackwell. Mrs. Gregory was 80 years of age.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 21, 1916] (Note by Angela Cassidy: This is Ann E. Gregory, born May 19, 1838, died September 18, 1916, buried in the Jason Gregory Cemetery, but her grave stone cannot be found due to the overgrown nature of the cemetery and the many broken stones. See Jason Gregory Cemetery index in the Cemeteries section.)

H. L. Gregory died at his home in Havana Thursday afternoon of last week; after a stroke of paralysis the previous Sunday. Aged 49. Leaves a wife and 5 children. Interment in cemetery in Havana. Rev. Folsom conducted the last rites. Brother of Sheriff G. Scott (Gregory) and Albert Gregory of Quincy.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, Thursday, May 30, 1918]

Death of Mrs. Jaco Floyd Gregory of Havana
Mrs. Jaco Floyd Gregory, aged 58, widow of the late George B. Gregory, and daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. M. B. (Matthew Benjamin and Martha Dalton) Floyd, died at her home in Scotland, after an illness of several months, brought sorrow to a large circle of relatives and friends. The funeral was held at the home Friday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev. Patterson, of Quincy, officiating. Messrs. O. P. Duggar, Clyde Eubanks, Lawson Ellinor, Perry Shelfer, Arthur Womack and Robert Cantey, of Quincy, served as pall bearers. Interment at Shelfer cemetery in the Gregory lot was largely attended. The many handsome floral pieces spoke mutely of the place she held in the hearts of her friends. A woman who made a career of her family and home, whose beautiful devotion and unselfish life will ever live in the hearts of her loved ones can't be dead, but she will continue her ministering even in Heaven. What she has wrought here will be an influence through the years that stretch out and onward for happiness and goodness. Surviving her are Mrs. Leon Russ of Miami, daughter; Charley Gregory, of Sylvania (GA); Clyde Gregory of Quincy; Ray and George Gregory of Havana; Tom, Ben, and Lewis Gregory, of Scotland, sons; George B. Gregory, Floyd King Gregory, Leo Gregory, Russ Sam, Robert, Alice Florence and Margaret Candler, grandchildren; Mesdames Emma Sclott, of Orlando; Elizabeth McIver, of Jacksonville; Annie Ellinor, of Madison; Clifford Kennedy, of Malone, and Zella Shelfer, of Quincy, sisters; Messrs. O. B. Floyd, Orlando and L. M. Floyd, Hartford, Conn., brothers; Sam, Joe and Lawson Ellinor, Charlie and Alec Shelfer, of Havana, E. B. Shelfer, of Quincy, nephews; Mesdames Annie McManus and Jim (Cliffie) Harris, of Havana, nieces; to whom the heartfelt sympathy of a host of friends is extended in this their hour of sorrow.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 15, 1925]

News of death 8 o 'clock last Friday evening of Mr. K. B. Gregory at his home four miles SW of Quincy. Mr. Gregory was veteran of the civil war. Leaves behind a widow and 3 sons. Internment in the family burying ground near the home. Funeral services held Saturday afternoon by Rev. Blackwell of the Presbyterian church.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, Thursday, June 6, 1918]

Death of Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Gregory
After an illness of short duration, Margaret, the 4 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Gregory died at their Scotland home Saturday morning. the death of this charming little girl brought deep seated grief to the fond parents, who have the profound sympathy of their friends and neighbors in their loss.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 31, 1929]

Mrs. Griffin Dies in Chattahoochee
Mrs. Virginia Griffin, 36, died at the home of her brother, Bill Humphrey, in Chattahoochee, Friday morning after an illness of several weeks. Mrs. Griffin was born in Gretna, and had lived in Gadsden County all her life. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Funeral services were held at 5 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the Gretna Presbyterian Church, with Rev. R. M. Holmes and Rev. E. F. Quarterman in charge. Burial was at Sunny Dell Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Grady Griffin, of Gretna, her mother, Mrs. J. A. Humphrey, of Gretna, two sister, Mrs. Audrey Mae McElvin, of Shamrock and Mrs. James Vickers, of Havana; two brothers, W. J. Humphrey, of Chattahoochee, and Jack Humphrey, of the U. S. Navy. Pallbearers were Frank Russ, Murray Whiddon, Chas. Howell, Kenneth Maxwell, Hugh McKeown, and J. C. Gissendaner. Clark-Bell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 13, 1943]

William T. Griffin Dies at Age 73 Sunday
After an illness dating back for many years and keeping him confined to his bed for seven months, William T. Griffin, 73, died at the home of his son, E. C. Griffin, on West Jefferson street Sunday afternoon at 4:30. Interment was made in the Eastern cemetery Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock, following services from the home. Born and reared near Savannah, Ga., Mr. Griffin moved to West Florida with his family of four children 27 years ago and until coming to Quincy to make his home with his children several years ago resided in Jackson and Calhoun counties. For thirty years Mr. Griffin followed the ministry, serving Baptist churches throughout West Florida and South Georgia without salary or other compensation. He was a man of large heart and generous impulses and will be remembered for his deeds of kindness and generosity. Mr. Griffin is survived by a widow and the following named sons: K. C. and W. A. Griffin, Quincy; S. A. Griffin, Douglas, Ga.; J. H. Griffin, Tarpon Springs. All were present at the burial Monday.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 21, 1927]

Death of Little Girl....The many friends throughout this section of Mr. and Mrs. William Hagood deeply sympathize with them over the loss of their bright little ten-year-old daughter, Helen, whose sad death occurred t their home, about two miles from here, on Tuesday morning of last week. Little Helen, prior to her death, had been ill only a short while and her sudden death came as a great shock to the bereaved parents and friends. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. N. P. Quarterman and the remains were gently lowered to their last resting place by loving hands in Siloam Cemetery, on Wednesday morning of last week.
[Newspaper clipping had no date, was probably the precursor to The Gadsden County Times. Submitted by Robert Lightfoot.] (According to family history sources, Helen was born April 30, 1903 and died in 1913.)

IN MEMORIAM
(communicated) On Saturday, November 10, Mrs. Susan E. Hagood died at the home of her son, Mr. L. Pierce Hagood, with whom she had lived for the past twelve or fifteen years. The funefal was held at his home Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, conducted by Rev. C. W. White, of the Methodist church. Burual at Philadelphia cemetery, in charge of N. J. Clark, mortician. The following were pall-bearers: A. H. Campbell, A. C. Wells, K. R. Duncan, R. C. Wallace, T. Sullivan and N. M. Belyeu. Great quantities of beautiful flowers expressed the consideration and sympathy of loved ones and friends. Mrs. Hagood was Miss Susan E. Jeter, born near Greenville, MeriweatherCcounty, Georgia, January 15, 1831. Her parents moved to Gadsden county while she was yet a child, and on July 13, 1847, she married the late Richard R. Hagood, a pioneer citizen of this county, who moved here with his widowed mother's family from Virginia about 1828. There was born to this union eleven children, of whom nine reached their majority. Five are still living: William R., L. Pierce, Lewis H., of this county; Nesbit W., now of Hartford, Conn., and Mrs. R. C. Gatlin, of Tallahassee. There are numbers of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, most of whom are worthy citizens of Gadsden county, who are rproud of their loyal Christian yeoman forefathers. This faithful, Godly woman, who had lived nearly to within two years of a century, was spared to mother four generations. She had been a tower of strength and a source of comfort and information to her numerous posterity and friends, until the last few years of her life, when she was forced by a fall to live in a wheel chair when not confined to her bed. Even then her fortitude and patience were examples for others to follow. During her last few months on earth she was confined constantly to her bed, but the tender, untiring care of her son and his faithful wife, with the assistance of competent nurses, made her days as peaceful and comfortable as possible. This, with the faith and hope she had in her Savior, were factors to soothe the grief-stricken hearts of the loved ones she was leaving behind. Her loyal husband had preceded her 45 years, having died October 7, 1883. Imagine this reunion in that celestial city of perfect bliss, where time cuts no figure at all, and there is no night, no pain, no tears. Reunited with loved ones in Heaven, her suffering and sorrows are over, her joy begins.
[Article from The Gadsden County Times, November 1928, submitted by Robert Lightfoot]

In Memoriam - Mrs. S. E. Hagood
In memory of Mrs. S. E. Hagood, who died November 10, 1928
One year ago today you left us,
And Your smiles we see no more,
Our hearts are filled with sadness,
For time can heal no sore.
More and more each day we miss you, (mother) friend;
All think that the wound is healed,
But they little know the sorrow
That is in our hearts concealed.
What is home without a mother,
All things a world may send,
For when we lost our dearest mother
We lost our dearest friend.
She was the crown of patience,
Through the years she struggled on,
And those hands that rest forever
Are the hands that made our home.
Soft and bright the stars are shining
On a lonely grave,
Where lies the one we love so dearly
Whom we tried so hard but could not save.
--Her Children.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 14, 1929]

W. L. Hagood Was Buried At Mt. Zion Church
Mt. Pleasant, Dec. 15--The funeral services of W. L. Hagood were conducted Sunday at 4 p.m. at Mt. Zion church, in the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing friends and relatives, with interment in the church yard. He died Saturday night, after a brief illness of pneumonia. In addition to his widow, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ada Steadman, a mother, Mrs. Susan Hagood, two sisters, Mrs. R. C. Gatlin and Mrs. W. A. McIver, four brothers, W. R., N. W., L. H., L. P. Hagood, all residents of this county.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, December 18, 1924]

Death of Henry Hair
Our community was shocked when it came known that Henry Hair was found dead Tuesday morning, July 9, about 8 o'clock. He was sitting up in bed alone when death struck him. Later his son, T. O. Hair cme into the room and discovered that he was dead. For some time ill health had caused him to be disabled. On Friday he fell and suffered injuries that confined him to his room most of the time. Mr. Hair was born in 1854 and had he lived a few more days, would have been 75 years old. He was married to Miss Rebecca Glenn and to this union were born the followed named children: Mrs. Unice Shester, Ethel and Dan Hair, these three have already passed away. Those living are T. O. Hair and Eldridge Hair. Henry Hair was of a quiet disposition and alwasy peaceably inclined; He left no enemies. He loved his home and family and labored industriously for their comfort and happiness as long as his health and strength would permit. A few nights before his death, Mrs. T. O. Hair was awakened by a noise in Mr. Hair's room and rushed in to ascertain the trouble. She found him only dreaming and he told her that in a vision he saw his loved ones up in heaven and what a wonderful place it was. Now he has left us for that heavenly home. We miss him, we miss his smiling face, but we hope we will meet him in that land of love and peace where his soul is at rest. His body was brought to Sycamore where the funeral was conducted by Rev. J. E. DuPree Wednesday morning, July 10. This was attended by a large crowd who extended their sympathy and love to the bereaved ones.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 18, 1929]

In Memoriam Mrs. Henry Hair
Sycamore community was saddened Monday, May 20, by the death of Mrs. Henry Hair, who has passed to her reward. She had been in bad health for several years, suffering with rheumatism and death was not unexpected. Mrs. Hair was born in Gadsden county, Florida, May 15, 1855, and was married to Mr. Henry Hair about 60 years ago. Before her marriage she was Miss Rebecca Glenn and was one whose quiet home life and neighborly helpfulness has lefts its imprint on the entire community. Mrs. Hair was stricken with paralysis during the night of May 12, and could not drink even a swallow of water up to death. She has gone from us but is not forgotten and her good deeds will linger on. She leaves to mourn her passing her bereaved husband, two sons, T. O. Hair and Eldreage Hair. The remains were brought from Quincy to Sycamore and were interred in Old Sycamore cemetery Monday afternoon in the presence of sorrowing relatives and friends. Funeral services were in charge of Rev. J. E. DuPree. Many beautiful flowers attested the love and esteem of many friends and relatives of this good lady.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 23, 1929]

In Memoriam
Mr. J. C. Haire was born October 26, 1849, near Albany, Ga., and died at his home in Chattahoochee Friday morning, November 28, 1924. This city has lost one of its best citizens, one of its purest and most exemplary men. The life of "Uncle Josh" was truly a life "hid with Christ in God," and every life he touched was made better and brighter because he lived. One June 30, 1870, he was united in marriage to Miss Sarah Grover of Cairo, Ga., and to this union, which was an unusually happy one, was born one daughter, Mrs. J. B. McCallum, who preceded her father to the Glory World six years ago. Besides his devoted and faithful wife, he leaves two aged sisters to mourn their loss, Mrs. Porter of Greensboro, and Mrs. H. C. Pinson of Cairo, Ga. For many years, Mr. Haire was employed by the A. C. L. Railroad company and held the very highest esteem of the entire company. During the last few years, due to failing health, he had retired from active service and spent the time very quietly at his beautiful home in Chattahoochee. His home was the home of all Christian ministers. He came early under the influence and power of the gospel of Christ and united with the Christian church. The funeral services were conducted at his home early Sunday morning by the Rev. Mr. Dykes, pastor of the Baptist church, assisted by Rev. A. H. Hancock, pastor of the Chattahoochee Methodist church. A magnificent amount of flowers and one of the largest attendances, came to pay a tribute or respect to one they learned to love so well by his fine disposition and Christian character. He was laid to rest in the beautiful Laurel Hill cemetery at Thomasville, Ga., to await the resurrection morn. His spirit returned to God who gave it, in that Heavenly land, where we shall meet one another again, free from sickness and accidents and care, where crepe never hangs on the door and tears are all wiped away. The services were conducted at the cemetery by the beautiful and impressive Masonic burial ceremony.--A. H. Hancock.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, December 18, 1924]

Body Mrs. Haire Taken Thomasville for Burial
Mrs. J. C. Haire of River Junction died Tuesday morning at her residence and remains were taken to Thomasville for interment. Mrs. Haire had lived in River Junction about 25 years, coming there from Waycross, although her original home was Thomasville. Her niece, Mrs. Joe Morgan, of Lakeland, was with her at the time of her death. Mrs. Haire had been a member of the Baptist church and an active worker for many years, until a few days ago when stricken with the fatal illness.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 7, 1929]

Drank Too Much Cane Skimmings
Ben Hamilton, colored, 75, was found dead Thursday on a public road about three mile southwest from Midway, where it is thought he lay down to rest his weary bones after imbibing too freely on cane skimmings, and possibly something else that contained more cheer. Old "Uncle" Ben had been an employee of the fullers earth mine in that section for a number of years and was considered a faithful laborer. He was buried in the colored cemetery in the section of the county in which he had lived for a long time.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 8, 1927]

Little Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hancock Dies
Lena Mellie, the 4-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Hancock, died at the home of her parents on Roberts street early Wednesday morning of last week, after an illness of four days. The little girl was not believed to be seriously ill and death came unexpectedly. Burial was made at Cool Spring near Faceville, Ga., Thursday forenoon at 10 o'clock.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 19, 1927]

Death Notice - Mrs. J. H. Hand, wife of Dr. Hand, of Blakely, Georgia. Married 20 years. Buried at Quincy cemetery. Sisters: Mrs. W. B. Munroe and Mrs. Nicholson.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated Thursday, January 31, 1918] (Note by Angela Cassidy: She is buried in Eastern Cemetery in Quincy. Her name was Rossie V. Hand, born July 18, 1866, and died January 19, 1918)

Lawrence W. Harley, aged 48 years, died Friday, October 7, in the state hospital at Chattahoochee. Mr. Harley was born near Midway, in this county, and had many friends and acquaintances. At one time he was owner of the Quincy Bakery, and for some time was engaged in the mercantile business in this city. His remains were brought back to Quincy and interred in the old Johnson cemetery near Hinson on Saturday. He leaves a wife and one child, a boy about ten years of age.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times October 13, 1927]

DEATH OF EUNICE HAWKINS--Eunice Hawkins, the 15-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Hawkins who live near Littman crossing, died last Friday of typhoid fever. She was sick for several weeks and everthing possible was done to prolong her life but to no avail. Her body was laid to rest in the Eastern cemetery on Saturday, after funeral services at the Presbyterian church conducted by Rev. H. G. Davis. Eunice was well known here, having attended the Gadsden county high school up to the time of her last illness and the many floral offerings attest her popularity.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times May 17, 1919]

S. C. Hawkins Died Monday
Samuel Carlisle Hawkins, 67, died at his home in Quincy Monday afternoon of a heart ailment. Mr. Hawkins had apparently hbeen in good health when he went to work at Edwards Grocery Monday morning but had gone home at 11 o'clock seriously ill. He died at about 2 o'clock in the afternoon. "Mr. Sam" as he was known to most Quincy people, was born at Condry Mill, near Quincy. For some time he was employed by the Love & Hearin Co. at rush periods and in 1926 he moved to Quincy to be regularly employed at the store. He went to the Blue Ribbon Grocery after Love & Hearin was closed and worked there until the store was changed to a Jitney-Jungle self-service style. Since then he had been employed at Edwards Grocery. Mr. Hawkins is survived by his wife, Catherine Virginia Hawkins; two daughters, Mrs. C. C. Coleman, of Quincy, and Mrs. Ivan Truman, of Plainfield, Conn.; and four sons, Wallace, of Quincy, Sgt. M. M., of Camp Kilmer, N. J., Corp. Edgar P., of Camp Stanenon, Calif., and J. B. C., of the USN somewhere in the Pacific. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock at the home, with Rev. S. A. Wilson, pastor of the Centenary Methodist Church, officiating and assisted by Rev. E. F. Quarterman. Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery with Rouse Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were Hugh Wilson, R. J. Love, Pasco Walsh, George Watson, Will Crofton and Bill Edwards.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times April 1, 1943]

Wilbur C. Hawkins Dies Early Sunday Morning
The death at 7 a.m. Sunday of Wilbur C. Hawkins, 20, son of Mr.and Mrs. Samuel C. Hawkins at the parental home on West King street brought genuine, deep-seated sorrow to themany friends and admirers of the young man, as well as to the family. Death is supposed to have been caused from an abcess on the forehead, following an attack of influenza, which had been operated on at a Thomasville, Ga., hospital February 21. Young Hawkins returned home three days later and was apparently much improved, when he took a turn for the worse Thursday of last week, but his condition did not become alarming until Saturday night. Services were conducted from the home of the parents Monday forenoon at 10 o'clock, with Rev. C. W. White, pastor of the Methodist church of Quincy, officiating. Burial was made in the Eastern Cemetery, funeral arrangements being in charge of N. J. Clark. Wilbur was a member of the Methodist church. Surviving relatives are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel C. Hawkins, four brothers, Edgar, of Jacksonville; Wallace, Malcolm and James, at home; two sisters, Lois, who is teaching in Apalachicola, and Louise, at home. A young man of industry and fine character, Wilbur Hawkins had the admiration and respect of old and young alike. In his duties as truck driver for the Love & Hearin Co., local retail and wholesale merchants, he was ever prompt and faithful and conscientious, his manly bearing and disposition to give his employers and the public they serve the best that was in him, making of him a favorite of employers and customers alike. Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins and the surviving brothers and sisters have the profound sympathy of their large circle of friends throughout the community in their bereavement.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 7, 1929]

Herty Hays, Negro, is Shot and Killed Early Sun. Morning
Coroner's Jury Implicates Two in Wedeles Quarter Shooting
Firer Fatal Shot is Under Arrest
One Supect Surrenders to Sheriff; Another Caught Wednesday
Herty Hays, colored, aged 24, was instantly killed Sunday morning at 2:30 in the Wedeles quarters, a section of the city principally inhabited by negroes, when he attempted to enter a room which Ezekiel Bell and Isiah Oliver were occupying in a rooming house in that section. Herty received one shot which proved fatal, though four or five shots were fired at the retreating intruder as he was leaving the house. It is not definitely ascertained whether the fatal shot was fired by Bell or Oliver. Oliver surrendered to Sheriff Gregory Sunday afternoon, while Bell is still at large. The shot which killed Hays struck him in the back just below the left shoulder and pierced his heart, causing instant death. An inquest was held Sunday and the verdict rendered implicates the two men in the killing. The man killed and the two charged with the crime are Mississippi products, where killings are freguent and punishment light, and it is thought possible that they did not consider the taking of human life much of an offense. "Red", Adams Patrick, alias Bell, was apprehended by Sheriff Gregory yesterday working at a sawmill 12 miles southwest of Quincy, and placed in the county jail to await action of grand jury at the fall term of court.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 1, 1927]

C. Henderson Dies at His Quincy Home--Burial in Mobile, Ala.
After an illness of many months, C. Henderson, 44, died at his home in this city Tuesday forenoon at 10 o'clock. Bright's disease was the cause of death, but a stroke of paralysis three weeks ago hastened the end. The body was taken to Mobile Wednesday morning, where burial was made that afternoon. Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday evening, with Rev. F. J. Patterson officiating, assisted by Rev. D. J. Blackwell. Mr. Henderson is survived by a widow and one sister, Mrs. Kate Stimpson, of Mobile. Prior to coming to Quincy to engage in the real estate business two years ago Mr. Henderson had for many hears been in the lumber business in Mobile. He was a business man of marked ability, a man of broad reading who had traveled extensively and was well informed on a variety of subjects. For the past year Mr. Henderson had been secretary of the Gadsden County Chamber of Commerce, in addition to attending to his personal interests. In his capacity as secretary, a position in which he had had no particular training, his knowledge of business principles and organization enabled him to accomplish much work of a constructive nature of Quincy and Gadsden county at the minimum of expense. It was largely through his efforts that the organization succeeded in having the federal government establish a motor mail route between Quincy and Bristol, in Liberty county. He cooperated with the West Florida Poultry Association in enlarging its scope and was secretary of the association. The movement to organize a credit association of business men in Gadsden county had its inception in his active mind. Many other accomplishments of a constructive and helpful nature are numbered among the achievements of Mr. Henderson during his residence here.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times October 6, 1927]

Resolution of Exchange Club of Quincy Upon Death C. Henderson

In the prime of life with the fruits of his splendid service ready for the harvest, our fellow Exchangite, Cleveland Henderson, has been called to his Great Reward, leaving a splendid heritage to those who wer fortunate enought to come in contact with his plans and purposes, and share in the labors which he rendered for the service of this community and his fellowman: and

WHEREAS: the members of the Quincy Exchange club were among those who enjoyed the benefits of associating with him as a fellow member and reaped the benefits of his rich and unselfish service, both as a member and as a citizen of a community made better by his untiring intellect; and

WHEREAS: we feel the loss of this untiring worker, stricken from our roll of membership by an unknowable providence who doeth all things well, and are resigned to inevitable will of Him who called to a devine service and reward our fellow Exchangite, while in the midst of making and executing plans for even greater service to his community and fellow man; BE IT

RESOLVED: That the Quincy Exchange Club takes this means of acknowledging the great debt we owe to him we so greatly miss and whose memory we would perpeturate, both for his brilliant accomplishments, and moral example as a citizen and husband, as a fellow Exchangite and a friend, and holding firm to the precepts taught by his untiring labor, and firm faith in the future of this community, its citizens and institutions. BE IT FURTHER

RESOLVED: That as a memorial which we would most desire, we hereby make firm our determination to carry on to fruition the work that he inaugurated in our midst, and while a member of this club, in order that the light of his character, faith and fellowship may continue to shine in the vanguard of progress; and forever serve to strengthen and inspire those who would follow as he led, in the work and service of his fellowman: BE IT

RESOLVED: That a copy of these resolutions conveying our feeling of graditude for his life among us, and our sympathy to his loved ones in their bereavement in this hour of parting, be presented to his companion and wife, a copy be spread upon the minutes of the Exchange Club, and a copy published in the Gadsden County Times, at Quincy, Florida.

The Quincy Exhange Club, George B. Gregory, H. M. Taylor
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times November 10, 1927]

Mt. Pleasant Mourns Death of Mrs. Sallie Pittman Hendry--Burial in Georgia
Mt. Pleasant, July 1--Another one of God's children has been called home. At the Gadsden County Hospital in Quincy Wednesday afternoon of last week, the sweet soul of Mrs. Sallie Pittman Hendry, wife of Rev. G. P. Hendry, took its flight to the Heavenly home. Mrs. Hendry had been ill for six weeks and was taken to the hospital in the forenoon of the day of her death. The deceased was born in Worth county, Georgia, February 1, 1889. On August 29, 1909, she was united in marriage with Rev. G. P. Hendry, of Marven, Ga., with whom she lived happily for nearly fifteen years. She was a faithful and devoted wife and a tender and loving mother. She is survived by six children; three others preceded her in death. In her early girlhood Mrs. Hendry united with the Methodist church and has been a consistent member, living a sweet, Christian life, always following the Golden Rule. She was active in Christian work and was ever faithful to her church and Sunday school. She will be greatly missed in the community. Besides her husband and six children, Mrs. Hendry is survived by her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Pittman; sisters, Mrs. Charles Murphy, of Coolidge, Ga.; Mrs. P. W. Hall, of Pavo, Ga.; Misses Ola and Allie Pittman; brothers, George and J. C. Pittman, besides a host of other relatives and friends. The body was prepared for burial by Funeral Director T. L. Macon, of Quincy, and was shipped to Marven, Ga., for burial in the family burial grounds, beside two young children, who preceded her a few years.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, July 3, 1924]

In Memoriam
William Hentz was born at Albany, Ga., January 26, 1839, and died March 30, 1924, Greensboro, Fla.

Most of his boyhood days were spent in Quincy, where he attended school at the old brick academy. He served during the entire four years of struggle between the states. He was first married to Miss Olivia Carson, near Bristol, and three children were born to them, one of whom is still living, R. A. Hentz, of Bristol.

In 1868 he was married to Miss Louisa V. Durham. Eight children were born to gladden their hearts and six of the number are living. They are J. G. and J. I. Hentz, Mrs. G. L. Pritchard, Mrs. W. W. Johnson and Mrs. T. B. Fletcher. One son, William M., died in 1910 and another, F. A., died in 1912. A daughter, Clara, died in 1887, when quite young.

Death came after an illness lasting several months, during which time he and his devoted wife were at the home of their daughter, Mrs. G. L. Pritchard, near Greensboro.

Years ago, Mr. Hentz gave his heart to God and was a consistent member of the Methodist church. As long as he was able he was always to be seen actively engaged in church work. His life was a living monument and everyone who knew him recognized the true Christian spirit.

The body was taken to the old home at Bristol and laid to rest in the Lake Mystic cemetery. The services were in charge of Rev. Thomas Williams, of Greensboro, Rev. Hancock, a former pastor of the deceased. Scores of sorrowing loved ones and friends gathered to pay the last sad tributes and extend their sympathy to the bereaved family.

Though mourning for their loved one, the family has the assurance that his passing was to a fuller, richer life and he was ready to meet the end when it came.------ A Friend.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 24, 1924]

Miss Rosa May Hill, State Hospital Nurse, Dies of Pneumonia
Chattahoochee, Mch. 24--The State Hospital was shocked and pained beyond expression last week when the sad news was brought of the death of Miss Rosa May Hill. Miss Hill was one of the most able and most beloved nurses in the institution and it can truly be said of her: "None knew her but to love her." Possessed of a charming and attractive personality, she was always ready, always patient, always kind. For over three years she had been employed here as a nurse and attendant, and during this time had given the greatest satisfaction. On March 10 she left for a week's vacation at her home at Grand Ridge. Only a few days before her death she contracted pneumonia, from which attack she never rallied. Her associates in service and the patients, who had been under her care, are alike grief stricken, and the latter are inconsolable. To her family and loved ones our hearts go out in sympathy and to them we offer the comfort of our full appreciation of her noble character and her active, useful life and service.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 27, 1924]

Sister Passes Away
Mrs. Velma Hilton, aged 46 years, died recently at her home in Norwich, Conn., and was buried on Monday of last week at Spring Creek cemetery, Bainbridge, Ga. The funeral was in charge of Rev. C. L. Wattenbarger, pastor of the River Junction Baptist church. Before her marriage she was Miss Velma Turnage. She is survived by four brothers and one sister, A. M., H. B., and R. E. Turnage, of Chattahoochee; R. N. Turnage, San Fransico, and Miss Eva Turnage, of Waycross, Ga.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 7, 1934]

Mrs. Axie Nicholson Hinson Died Yesterday Morning After Long Illness
Mrs. Axie Nicholson Hinson, 65, wife of Ben H. Hinson, of Hinson, died at an early hour yesterday morning, after an illness that had made her an invalid for the past two years. Burial was made yesterday afternoon in Nicholson cemetery, near the place of her birth. Services were conducted by Rev. W. A. Burns, Mehtodist minister of Hinson, assisted by Rev. W. G. Gray, of Hinson, and Rev. Howell, of the Havana Methodist church. Many sorrowing relatives and friends were present at the services at 4 o'clock, the beautiful and varied floral pieces evidencing the high esteem in which the deceased was held. Mrs. Hinson is survived by her husband and the following named children; Mrs. W. R. Doss, Mrs. J. R. Doss and Miss Beulah Hinson, of Hinson; Mrs. Paul Johnson, of Jacksonville; Mrs. John Barber, Orlando; Mrs. Wm. Hardaker, Kathleen. A son died while serving with the A. E. F. in France. Other surviving relatives are two sisters, Mrs. Mary E. Wilson, of Quincy; Mrs. G. E. McGriff, of Tallahassee, and one brother, Hugh I. Nicholson, of Quincy. Mrs. Hinson was a daughter of the late Archibald and Adelia Wyatt Nicholson, of near Quincy. She had been a lifelong resident of Gadsden county, where she was loved and respected by a large circle of friends. She was a devout Christian woman and a faithful member of the Hinson Methodist church. A woman of great strength of character, she never failed to make her impress upon even casual acquaintances and her fine womanly sympathies made her beloved of all who enjoyed her friendship. The pall bearers at the funeral were O. P. Duggar, W. P. Woodbery, Pierce Hinson, Arthur Womack, George F. Gregory and Lamar Miller.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated November 23, 1927]

Death of Miss Gertrude Hinson at Orlando Home
Services were conducted from the Methodist church by Rev. R. A. Guy at 3 p. m. Monday for Miss Gertrude Hinson, who died at the family home in Orlando Saturday. Buried followed at the Barber cemetery at Concord. Taken ill eighteen months ago, Miss Hinson was forced to resign her position as secretary to D. M. Barnett, vice president and cashier of the Barnett National Bank in Jacksonville, a position she had held for eight years, since which time she made her home with her mother in Orlando. Miss Hinson was a woman of rare charm and personality and was known and beloved by a large number of friends in Jacksonville and this section of the state. Besides her mother Miss Hinson is survived by several brothers and sisters, one of whom is Mrs. Joseph Woodbery, of this county. She was a member of the Methodist church of Jacksonville.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 4, 1934]

Miss Gertrude Hinson of Jacksonville died at the home of her sister in Orlando and was buried in the Barber cemetery Monday.
[Excerpt from Concord news column, The Gadsden County Times, dated January 4, 1934]
(dau/of Daniel M. Hinson, Jr. and Sibby Ida Vickers Hinson, b. 04-14-1888, d. 12-30-1933, 1900 Gadsden Co. Census: Gertrude b. 4-1887)

Mrs. Margaret Hinson, nee Laing, was born at Concord, Fla., October 1, 1849, and departed this life at the home of her son, N. D. Hinson, Hinson, Fla., 17th of June, 1916. She was married in her teens to B. F. (Bartlett) Hinson. To this union were born five children, four of whom survive her, her husband having preceded her to the grave a number of years ago. She had been a faithful member of the Methodist church for years, always attending the services when her health would permit. She was always willing to sacrifice for the church. Since I have been on the work, I have always felt free to go to her home at any time, for she and her son, with whom she lived, and who is a steward and prominent factor in the home church at Concord, always gave me a warm, hearty welcome. She was good, patient, and kind; she never boasted of her deeds, but gentleness and meekness distinguished her character, "making her great in the sight of the Lord." I, with her relatives and a host of friends, will mourn very deeply her absence, but we are consoled with the assurance of meeting her in the "Glory Land."
J. D. Murray
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated July 13, 1916] (Note by Angela Cassidy: On gravestone: Maggie M. Hinson, b. 09-08-1846, d. 06-16-1916. She and Bartlett are buried in a small fenced plot in a field on Bell Road in Concord, within sight of the Barber Cemetery.)

William Pasco Hinson was the son of M. L. and Luella Hiinson, and was born on August 15, 1927, and died on April 9, 1929. Much of its brief span of life was spent in sickness and suffering. Once I heard an eminent minister illistrate God's loving care for us by saying a mother feels the greatest interest and sympathy for the little one that is sick and helpless. It is a source of comfort to know that our Lord Jesus, the mighty God, cares for the children, especially when He takes one to Himself. "Suffer the little children to come unto me." Let the sorrowing heart be comforted by the thought that Jesus has taken to Himself little William Pasco Hinson, and be greatly consoled.
S. N. Burns, Pastor.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 29, 1929]

Death of J. O. Hollman
Mr. J. O. Hollman died at his home in this at 4 o;clock Tuesday morning, of hemorrhagic fever. Mr. Hollman had not been in very good health for some time, but was not taken seriously ill until a short time before his death. The deceased was aged about seventy five years. He leaves, besides his wife, a family of three sons and three daughters. Mr. Hollman was a highly respected citizen and his family has the sympathy of the community in their bereavement. Funeral services were held yesterday, burial being made in Antioch cemetery.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, August 23, 1917]

Death of Mrs. William Horton at Hospital Wed.
The death at the hospital in Quincy of Mrs. William Horton, of Jamieson, Wednesday morning at 4 o'clock broght wide spread grief to her many friends and acquaintances in the eastern part of the county. Mrs. Horton had made her home at Jamieson for the past several years, where she was highly regarded for her many womanly virtues. Her death was sudden and unexpected and her family, friends and neighbors feel keenly the loss. Mrs. Horton is survived by her husband, two sons, Cecil and Samuel, and one daughter, Faye. They have the sincere sympathy of all in their bereavement.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929]
Mrs. Horton Buried Friday at Sylacauga, Alabama
The body of Mrs. Exah Grace Horton, who died at her home in Jamieson on October 23, was taken to Sylacauga, Ala., Friday for funeral and interment. She is survived by her husband, W. B. Horton, and three children, Cecil, Sam and Faye Horton; three sisters, Miss Letitia Stewart, of Plant City; Mrs. J. P. Crawford, of Birmingham, Ala.; and Mrs. Pat Adkins, of Tampa; four brothers, W. S. Stewart, of Sylacauga, Ala.; J. T., Chas. K. and W. A. Stewart, of Birmingham.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 31, 1929]

Miss Annie Hough Dead
S. V. Hough returned home the latter part of the week from Milltown, Ga., where his mother, Mrs. Annie Hough, died Monday and was buried. Mrs. Hough was on a visit to one of her children in Milltown where she was taken ill some months ago and was unable to return to her home with her son in this county. She was 87 years old. In the loss of his mother, to whom he was so much devoted, Mr. Hough has the sympathy of all his many friends. She was a lady of fine and noble character and her departure leaves a void in the lives of her splendid family. [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 6, 1921]
(Newspaper date is a Thursday, so her death date was January 2, 1921)

Death of Rev. H. S. Howard in Asheville
Greensboro, Dec. 14.--News of the death of Rev. H. S. Howard, which occurred on December 2, in Asheville, N. C., came as a shock to his family and friends here. For more than a year his health had been impaired and no doubt his condition was more serious than he or anyone realized. Death came suddenly from a stroke of apoplexy. Rev. Mr. Howard came to this county in 1907 and was instrumental in organizing Greensboro Baptist church, serving as pastor for about a year. In 1908 he an Miss Myrtice Fletcher married and the soon went to Lousiville, Ky., where he attended theolgical seminary. Following this he held several pastorates over the state, including Panama City, Blountstown, Greensboro, Providence and Cocoa. He was chaplain during two terms of the Florida legislaturre. For four years he was pastor of French Broad Avenue church in Asheville. Services were held in Asheville and interment made in Chattahoochee near loved ones who had preceded him. Besides the sorrowing wife the deceased left three brothers and three sisters. Mrs. Howard has the sympathy of a host of friends in this sad hour.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 8, 1927]

Death Mrs. Howell
Mrs. Charles W. Howell died at her residence in Quincy Tuesday morning about 6 o'clock, and was carried to Dykes cemetery, four miles from Sneads, for funeral and interment late Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Howell (leaves) children, Eugene, 2 1-2 years old, and Felix, eight days old.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, August 15, 1929]

Ex-Sheriff Franklin County Killed Friday P. M. on Spanish Trail
S. D. Hoze, for Two Years Quincy Resident, Crushed to Death
Had Stopped to Change Tire
Jake McDonald, Driver of Death Car, Released by Coroner's Jury
S. D. Hoze, ex-sheriff of Franklin county and for the past two years manager of one of the Prine Lumber company mills near Quincy, was killed in an automobile accident on the Spanish Trail (U.S. Hwy. 90) five miles east of Chattahoochee Friday night. He had just completed changing a tire and was hanging the tire on the rack when he was struck from behind by a car driven by Jake McDonald. He was badly broken up and died about an hour later at the State hospital at Chattahoochee, where he was taken by Dr. B. F. Barnes, whom McDonald called following the injury. Mr. Hoze was driving west along the Trail and when the tire blew out called to a negro youth to help him change the tire, telling him that he would give him a ride home. As the change was complete Mr. Hoze saw the a approching car and yelled to the negro to jump, which he did, but he was not fast enough himself and was caught between the approching car and his own and sustained injuries of which he soon died. He had his left hip, right arm and right ankle broken, a fractured skull and a ruptured left kidney. Jake McDonald, driver of the car that inflicted the injuries, was placed under arrest, pending the findings of the corner's jury. He was later discharged, the jury holding the death an accident. Mr. Hoze came to Quincy about two years ago and engaged in the lumber business with the Prine Lumber company. He made many friends during his residence here who mourn his untimely end. Previous to coming to Quincy he was sheriff of Franklin county, having been appointed to that office upon the death of his father. This work did not appeal to him, however, and he soon resigned. He was a lieutenant in the United States army prior and during the World War and resigned his commission to accept appointment as sheriff. The remains were taken to Apalachicola, his boyhood home, where he was given a military funeral Monday by members of a militia company. He is survived by his wife, who resided with him in Quincy, and his mother, who lives in Apalachicola.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated August 4, 1927]

Mrs. Hubbard Killed
While on her way to attend the funeral of her mother at Winder, Mrs. Worta Hubbard, 30, of Albany, Ga., was instantly killed in an automobile accident near Lawrenceville, Ga., Thursday night at 9 o'clock, when the car in which she was riding with two brothers and several others collided with a truck on the highway. Mrs. Hubbard was a widow and is survived by three small children. Burial was made at Winder, Ga., Saturday afternoon at the same time of burial of the young woman's mother.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929]

D. C. HUDSON DIED SUNDAY. D. C. Hudson died at his home here Sunday about 12 o'clock from an attack of pneumonia at the age of 53 years. He had been sick for over two weeks and although the end was not unexpected, it came as a shock to his friends here. His body was laid to rest in the Eastern Cemetery on Monday afternoon after services at the home conducted by Rev. D. J. Blackwell. Mr. Hudson is survived by his wife, who was at his bedside when the end came, and one brother of Cordele, Ga., who came over immediately upon being notified of his death. Mr. Hudson was a well known figure in the business life of Quincy, having made this his home for fifteen or twenty years, being employed at the time of his taking sick at the Coco(sic) Cola bottling plant. [Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times May 24, 1917]

Death at Mt. Pleasant of Mrs. T. D. Hunt
Mt. Pleasant, July 30---All of Mt. Pleasant community was surprised and filled with sorrow when on July 20 the news of the sudden and unexpected death of Mrs. T. D. Hunt was spread abroad. Mrs. Hunt seemed to be as well as usual at 9 o'clock when she and her husband retired and at 10 o'clock she awoke him breathing heavy, and without responding to any effort that was made to arouse her, she soon passed to her heavenly reward. Before her marriage she was Miss Josephine Andrews. She was born in Decatur county, Georgia, January 5, 1861, and on March 7, 1882, she was married to Mr. T. D. Hunt. To this union were born eight children, two of which preceded their mother to the better land, D. R. and Dewitt Hunt, when mere infants. Four boys and two girls still survive their mother, D. I. Hunt, Chattahoochee; Mrs. Ellen Mary Poston, Decatur county, Georgia, B. T. Hunt, W. F. Hunt, E. D. Hunt, all of Chattahoochee; Mrs. Gladys Margaret Loraine, Miami. With the six children she leaves her aged husband, a host of kindred and friends sad and lone. There is a vacancy in their lives none other can fill, save the Comforter of all men, Jesus. May His gracious presence fill their hearts with comfort and reconciliation to His will. Mrs. Hunt was a faithful member of the Mt. Pleasant Methodist church and those of her neighbors who knew her best said she was a Christian and a good neighbor. Her body was tenderly laid to rest Monday afternoon, July 25, in the Freeman cemetery by the side of her two children, about four miles from her home. A large host of relatives and friends attended the funeral service conducted at the cemetery by her pastor, Rev. G. P. Hendry, and Rev. A. H. Hancock, pastor of the Chattahoochee Methodist Church.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, July 31, 1924]

Mrs. Irene Hutchison Dies Local Hospital
Mrs. Irene Hutchison died Saturday morning, August 24, at the Gadsden County Hospital, Quincy, after an illness of seven weeks, with a complication of diseases. Funeral services were conducted a the family burying grounds at Bascom. Rev. Pierson, pastor of the Methodist church of Greenwood, conducted the service. Mrs. Hutchison is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Pelt; sisters, Miss Inez Pelt and Mrs. A. J. Davis, of Havana, and Mrs. Geo. W. Loyd, of Lake City; one brother, J. E. Pelt, of Tampa, as well as by a number of other relatives and friends, who mourn the passing of this young woman.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, September 5, 1929]

In Memoriam - Mary A. DeLacy
Photo Mary A. DeLacy was the daughter of Andrew and Susanah DeLacey, and was born on June 11, 1847, and died on October 14, 1927; age 80 years, 4 months and 3 days. She married Wm. L. Ingram December 24, 1873. Two boys and five girls were born to them. All are now living but one son, who died when two and one-half years old. The names of the living are given in the order of their births: Mrs. Eula Bowan, of Climax, Ga., the olderst child; Mrs. Lula Beckham, of Atlanta, Ga.; Mrs. Mattie Nelson, of Ojus, Fla.; Mrs. Mary Johnbson, of Lakeland, Fla.; Robert D. Ingram, of Columbus, Ga., and Mrs. Susan Perkins, of Concord, Fla. Sister Ingram professed faith in Christ when young and joined the Missionary Baptist church. She afterwards joined the Methodist church, of which she remained a member until her death. A few days before she left us she asked me, her pastor, "Brother Burns, are my sins forgiven?" "Oh, yes," said I, "your sins and mine were forgiven nearly two thousand years ago, when Jesus died for us, the just for the unjust. God forgave the sins of the whole world." "But my sins have been committed since then." "Yes, and so have mine. But your parents provided bread for you, and a home in which to live, before you were born. So our Heavenly Father provided forgiveness and the 'bread of life' for us and all the world before we were born. It is for us now to receive by faith our forgiveness and eternal life." The last time I saw her she said, "I am so happy. My sins are all forgiven." She died in this faith. The funeral services was conducted in the Methodist church in Concord, Fla., and concluded at the grave, by Rev. S. N. Burns, pastor, assisted by Rev. W. J. Gray, of Hinson, Fla., and Rev. Camp, of Havana, Fla., pastor of the Baptist church in Concord. She was buried in the BArber cemetery near Concord. "blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Yea saith the spirit, that they may rest from their labors."---S. N. Burns.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, November 3, 1927]

Death Wednesday Mrs. Lilla Inman
Mrs. Lilla Fletcher Inman, 61, widow of the late J. C. Inman, died Wednesday afternoon at 4:45 o'clock at the home of her son, Wm. M. Inman, on West Washington street, following an illness of two weeks. Mrs. Inman was born in the Providence community December 16, 1872, and made her home there until September 28, 1892, when she was united in marriage with Joseph Cornelius Inman, who died August 11, 1924. She lived in Greensboro until a year ago when she moved to Quincy to make her home with her son. Funeral services will be held from the home at 3 p. m. today and burial will follow at the Sycamore cemetery. Dr. Wm. M. Vines, pastor of the Baptist church, will officiate in the absence of Rev. R. A. Guy, pastor of the Methodist church, of which Mrs. Inman was a member. Rev. J. E. Skipper, pastor of the Methodist church of Greensboro, will assist Dr. Vines. Arrangements are in charge of the Faircloth Funeral Home. Mrs. Inman is survived by one son, Wm. M. Inman, of Quincy; seven daughters, Mrs. E. C. Mahaffey, Mrs. Chas. Timmons, Mrs. P. D. Clark, Misses Ethel and Madie Gwynn Inman, of Quincy; Mrs. James Johnson, of Havana; and Mrs. H. N. Dupree, of Jacksonville; two brothers, G. D. and T. W. Fletcher; five sisters; Mrs. J. W. Edwards. Mrs. A. Edwards, Mrs. D. D. Edwards, Mrs. M. Edwards and Mrs. M. J. McAlpin, all of this county. Pallbearers will be F. F. Morgan, F. H. May, Jack McFarlin, Hope Hine, J. W. Thompson and Meade Strickland. Mrs. Inman was an active member of the Methodist church for many years and was a member of the local chapter of the Eastern Star. She leaves hundreds of friends to mourn her passing.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 11, 1934]

In Memoriam - Mrs. J. C. Inman
Whereas, It has pleased the All Wise Father in his providence to call home Mrs. J. C. Inman, a member of the Morgan-Wesley Bible Class of the Methodist church.

Therefore, be it resolved, that our class has suffered a distinct loss in the passing of one of its most loyal and faithful members:

Be it further resolved, that we tender to her sorrowing family our deepest sympathy in their bereavement, and commend them to Him who comforteth us in our tribulations, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are conforted of God.

Be it further resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family; a copy to the Gadsden County times and the Gadsden County Herald for publication, and a copy be spread on the minute book of the class.

"God knows the way, he holds the key,
Guides us with unerring hand.
Some day with clear and tearless eye
We'll see and understand."

Mrs. R. G. Harris, Mrs. G. B. Gregory, R. B. Lester, Committee.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 18, 1934]

In Memoriam - Mrs. J. C. Inman
Wherein our Heavenly Father saw best to call our club member, Mrs. J. C. Inman, to her Heavenly home, Heaven's gain is our loss.

Therefore, be it resolved that our Woman's Club has suffered a great loss in the passing of one of its loyal and faithful members.

Be it futher resolved that we extend to her sorrowing family our deepest sympathy in their bereavement.

Be it futher resolved that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family, a copy to the Gadsden County Times for publication and a copy included in the minutes of the local club.

Servant of God well done;
Thy glorious warefares past;
The battle's fought, the race is won,
And thou are crowned at last.

Committee--Mrs. J. E. Skipper, Mrs. O. M. McKeown, Mrs. H. L. Baker.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 25, 1934]

In Memorian - Mrs. Lilla Inman
The members of Washington Chapter are again bereft of one of their members. Sister Lilla Inman has been called to that bourne from which no traveler returns.

WHEREAS by her entrance into her eternal home our Chapter has lost a valued member be it RESOLVED:

First--That we thank our Heavenly Father for her useful life, for the good influence she spread in her home and community, her sincere devotion, unfailing loyalty, and eminent service in the cause of her Savior.

Second--While here going has severed a link in the golden chain that binds our hearts together we bow in humble submission to His will, knowing that Jesus doeth all things well.

Third--That we extend to her devoted children and relatives our heartfelt sympathy and commend them to the grace, mercy and peace, of a loving Heavenly Father.

Fourth--That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the family, a copy to the Press, and be spread upon the pages of our minutes.--Maude A. Hendrix, Wallace Crofton, Philip Davis, committee.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, February 22, 1934]

Negro State Prisoner Dies From Wounds
River Junction, Sept. 17.--Worthy Irvin, a colored state prisoner, died at the State hospital at Chattahoochee Monday afternoon. He was brought to the hospital for treatment after having been shot near the location of road camp No. 2 at West Bay. No details as to the cause of the shooting were obtained here.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, September 19, 1929]

Dr. Jackson Dead
Miss Phronia Jackson, who teaches the second grade in the primary school, was called to her home at Rock Bluff on Tuesday of last week on account of the illness of her father, Dr. Jackson. She arrived in time to talk with him before he sank into unconsciousness. He died early Thursday (that would have been November 28)morning and was laid to rest in the family burying gound. Until a few years ago Dr. Jackson was actively engaged in the practice of medicine and was known in this and adjoining counties as one of the best physicians of his time. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him. Miss Jackson has the sincere sympathy of her friends in this bereavement. She returned to her work here Monday morning.
(Note by County Coordinator: He could not be found on the Mormon Tomb Index of 1957, so either he was buried outside of Gadsden County, on private land the Mormons did not survey, or his marker in a Gadsden County cemetery rotted away.)
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 6, 1917]

Father of Local Man Passes Away
E. H. Jernigan, well known business man and merchant of this city, was called from his home here to Mayport, Fla., last week by the death of his father, Henry Jernigan, who passed away in that city on May 21. Mr. Jernigan was a very popular and well known man in Mayport, having lived there for a number of years. At the time of his death, Mr. Jernigan was 84 years old and was a Civil War veteran having served with the confederate forces during the war between the states. Mr. Jernigan had the distinction of possibly, as far as is known, being the only man who served during the entire war and was never mustered. When he joined the army an officer told him that he was far too young to fight, he being only a small boy, and as he departed with tears in his eye, another officer of less rank saw him and induced him to stick around with the army without the usual muster formality. This he did and he was in several of the most important battles of the war, fighting for his cause but never officially recognized as a Confederate soldier. The deceased man leaves a host of sorrowing friends to mourn his passing. During his life he was a public spirited man and a supporter of every cause that could possibly bring help or prosperity to his community. He was a member of the Masonic order, the Order of Eastern Star and Woodmen of the World.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 30, 1929]

Andrew Johnson Dies Advanced Age of 83
Greensboro, March 19.---Andrew Johnson, 83, civil war veteran, died at the home of his son, Ollie Johnson, with whom he had made his home for many years, March 11, death resulting from infirmities due to advanced age. Born in Gadsden county in 1845, Mr. Johnson was one of its oldest and most highly respected citizens and died beloved and regretted by friends and acquaintances alike. He is survived by four sons, George, Lafayette, Henry and Ollie, as well as by fifteen grand children and twelve great-grand children. Burial was made in the family (Vickers) cemetery at Concord, with services conducted by Rev. DuPree, of Greensboro, and Rev. Camp, of Havana.
(Note by County Coordinator: He was the widower of Dora Vickers Johnson, a daughter of Drew and Caroline Collins Vickers.)
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 21, 1929]
Card of Thanks
We take this means of expressing our sincere thanks for the many friends who assisted us during the illness and at the time of the death of our father and grandfather, Andrew Johnson.
---His children and grandchildren.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 21, 1929]

Old Resident Dies at concord Thurs.
Photo Mrs. J. E. (should be I. E. ) Johnson, a life resident of Gadsden County, died last Thurday morning at her home in Concord. The deceased had been ill for a very long time and it was known that she was fighting a losing fight, but the community was shocked to hear of her death. Survivors: husband and several children, Hunter, Walter, and Web Johnson, all of this county, and Mrs. Oliver (Claudia) Stephens and Mrs. (Lilla) Causey of Havana. Interment was made in Concord Cemetery.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 13, 1929]
(Note by Angela Cassidy: Although the article says her husband was J. E. Johnson, he was Irvin E. Johnson, Civil War veteran. Arrenvie Poppell Johnson was the daughter of Bennett and Amarintha Holland Poppell, who moved from Concord to Texas when Arrenvie was a young woman. She was also survived by son Joe Johnson, of Concord, and a daughter, Ella Jean Johnson Kemp, who were not mentioned in the article.)

The death angel visited our home May 14 at 6 o'clock and took one of the brightest birds, Little Bertie, 1 1-2 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Johnson. Our home is very sad and lonely; there's a vacant space that never can be filled, but we have one good concilation. She can't come back to us but by the help of the Lord we can live to meet her. We feel that heaven is worth living for because we have two little angels there looking this way, watching and beckoning for us to come. She did not get to stay with us long but Jesus needed her up in heaven more than we did on earth so He called her away.

A precious one from us is gone,
A small voice we loved is stilled,
A place is vacant in our home
That never can be filled.
In the cemetery sweetly sleeping
Where the gentle flowers bloom,
Lies the one we loved so dearly
In her lonely silent grave.
We loved her, yes, we loved her,
But angels loved her more,
For they have sweetly called her
To yonder shining shore.
The pearly gates were open,
A gentle voice said come,
With farewells unspoken
She calmly entered home.

The Family
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 14, 1934]

We wish to express our thanks and appreciation to the hospital doctors and nurses and our many friends for the kindness and favors shown us during the illness and death of our darling baby, Carlie Wayne, who died at the hospital at Chattahoochee, February 11, and was taken to Madison and laid to rest in Oak Ridge cemetery at Madison. Carlie Wayne was 3 months and 7 days old when our Savior called him home with the other angels. Rev. McAfee of Madison conducted the funeral services. May God's richest blessings rest on all who gave their assistance. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Johnson.
[Card of Thanks courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 21, 1924](Note by Angela Cassidy, per Oak Ridge Cemetery Index, Madison County, C. Wayne Johnson born November 4, 1923, died February 11, 1924, apparently the son of Carlie W. Johnson)

Family Too Sick to Attend Burial
Relatives and neighbors Monday afternoon performed the last sad offices over the body of Frances Johnson, aged 3 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Philip M. Johnson, of Sycamore, who died early that morning, a victim of measles and pneumonia. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson and their seven other children are all sick, and none was able to attend the funeral and burial. The service, conducted at 5 o'clock, was at the Old Sycamore church, Rev. J. E. Skipper, of Greensboro, officiating. Burial was in the churchyard cemetery.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 17, 1934]

Death of Irvin E. Johnson------
PhotoThe Concord community was saddened Friday, November 21, when death called home to God the spirit of Irvin E. Johnson, one of Concord's pioneer citizens. Mr. Johnson had been confined to bed for some time and death was not unexpected. He was born May 15, 1848, and was married April 7, 1873. Interment in Concord Cemetery. Survivors: sons, J. W. Johnson of Hobe Sound, W. B., H. I., and Joe Johnson, Mrs. B. A. Kemp, Mrs. O. L. Stephens, and Mrs. J. R. Causey of Concord.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times November 1930]
(Note by Angela Cassidy: Irvin Ebenezer Johnson was the son of John & Elizabeth Johnson and served in the 1st Fla. Res., C.S.A. He was preceded in death by his wife, Arrenvie Poppell Johnson and his daughter, Alice Johnson Gray. His surviving sons were John Walter, Webster B., Hunter I. and Joe. His surviving daughters were Ella Jean Kemp, Claudia Stephens, and Lilla Causey.)

Friends of J. R. Johnson, a beloved Civil War veteran, were grieved to learn of his death which occurred on Friday morning at his home at Sycamore. No long obituary is needed to acquaint the people with Mr. Johnson's life. Every one who knew him and enjoyed his friendship can say truthfully that he lived a true, Christian life and will be missed in the community more, possibly than any other person. His remains were interred at the family lot near Sycamore church after services conducted by his pastor, Rev. Thos. Williams. Several of the children of the deceased were with him for some time before the end came. All the family has the deepest sympathy of their friends throughout the county, over the passing of their loved one.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, July 31, 1924, located in the Mount Pleasant News column]

Photo Mr. Joe Johnson of Concord, died February 20th. Survived by wife: Sarah (Walsh), sons: Elmo Johnson, Albert Johnson, and Willard Johnson, three brothers: H. I. Johnson (Hunter), of Havana, W. B. (Webster) Johnson, Tallahassee, and J. W. Johnson, Stuart, FL, sisters: Mrs. J. R. (Lilla) Causey and Mrs. B. A. (Ella) Kemp, Concord. [Obituary courtesy of The Havana Herald dated February 10, 1949]

Another one of God's children has been called home. On Sunday evening, March 22, 1925, at 10:20 the sweet soul of Mrs. Myra Hubbard Johnson took its flight to her heavenly home. Mrs. Johnson was born in Gadsden county in October, 1844. In early life she was married to John Johnson of Gadsden county, who preceded her by a number of years. She was the mother of five children, three dying in early life. The surviving ones are Albert Johnson, of Mt. Pleasant, Mrs. B. F. Barnes, of Chattahoochee. To know her was to love her. Always living "the Golden Rule," she was ever faithful to her home and her friends and a true and devoted mother. She will be greatly missed in the community. Mrs. Johnson was the twin sister of Miss Amanda Hubbard, who preceded her to her heavenly home by a few short days. It seemed providential that they should leave so near together. They had spent practically all their life together. Funeral services were held at Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery Monday afternoon conducted by Rev. H. W. Tyler, assisted by Rev. A. H. Hancock, of Chattahoochee. She was laid to rest beside her sister in the presence of a number of sorrowing relatives and friends. The floral offerings were numerous enough to cover the graves of both sisters. We commend the sorrowing ones to "Him who doeth all things well." She cannot come back to us but we can go to her. Besides a son and daughter, she is survived by four sisters and one brother: Mrs. Wm. Johnson and Mrs. Elizabeth McPhaul, of Mt. Pleasant, Mrs. Jennie McPhaul, of Lacoochee, and Mrs. Ann Roberson, of Orlando, and W. J. Hubbard, of Mt. Pleasant, besides a host of relatives and friends. "There is a world above Where parting is unknown, A long eternity of love Formed for the good alone, And faith behold the dying here, Translated to that glorious sphere." --One Who Loved Her
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 26, 1925]

Dies of Scarlet Fever
Greensboro, Jan 3.--This community was saddened Friday by the death of little Nalda Fay Johnson, year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Johnson. Having been stricken with scarlet fever about two weeks ago, which developed into pneumonia, the little girl put up a desperate fight, and was believed to be on the road to recovery when, on last Friday morning, other complicatins set in, and in spite of all doctor and nurse could do the end came about night. She was buried Saturday afternoon at Vickers cemetery, near Concord in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends, with Rev. J. Earle Dodd, pastor of the Greensboro Baptist church conducting the funeral.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 4, 1929]

Sycamore Farmer Is Laid To Rest
William B. Johnson Passes Away Following Two Paralytic Strokes
William B. Johnson, aged 76 years, well known Sycamore farmer, died Sunday at his home. He recently suffered two paralytic strokes, and had been bedfast since May 21. Besides his wife, he is survived by several children, including Phillip Johnson, of Sycamore; Mrs. J. M. Rowan and Mrs. O. W. Edwards, both of Quincy; Lafayette Johnson, of Jacksonville, and William Johnson, Jr., of Chattahoochee. Funeral services were conducted Monday morning at 10 o'clock at the Sycamore church with Faircloth's Funeral Home in charge, and burial in the cemetery at that place. The services were conducted by Rev. J. E. Skipper, Paul Redfearn and W. M. Vines.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 14, 1934]

Annie Laura Jones, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs.Orbie Jones, now of Tallahassee but formerly a well know Havana resident, died at their home in Tallahassee Wednesday afternoon. The funeral was held Thursday morning at Nicholson cemetery with Rev. Ralph Dodd officiating. The arrangements were in charge of Arrington and Miller.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 30, 1929]

Funeral services were held in Blakely Georgia, Sunday over the remains of E. V. Jones, who died at his home here Saturday, after an illness of several days' duration. The deceased was born at Midway, Alabama, March 31st, 1871, and lived in Alabama for several years. Later he moved to Georgia. He came to Quincy two or three years ago, since which time he has filled very efficiently the position of agent at the F. F. and A. depot. During his residence here, he has made many friends who are very much grieved over his untimely demise. He is survived by one sister, three brothers, a wife and two children.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 17, 1919]

Fred Jones Dies Suddenly of Acute Dilation of Heart
A jolly picnic party came to a sudden and tragic end at Lillian Springs Thursday evening, when a member of the party, Fred Jones, 23, died suddenly of acute dilation of the heart. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Harris were entertaing a few visitors and friends at the springs when Jones, an employee in their Quincy store, was taken suddenly ill and died within a few minutes. The party had been at the springs only a short time, when young Jones, who had been diving and swimming in the pool, came out of the water and lay down on the cement walkway. Other members of the party were unaware of his illness until a few moments later his groans attracted their attention. Dr. W. W. Massey, local physician, who was present, went to the young man immediately and found him pulseless. A heart stimulant and artificial respiration were fruitlessly resorted to and two minutes later he was dead. Fred Jones had for the past six months been making his home with Mr. and Mrs. Harris and was regarded as a member of the family. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Thaddeus Jones, of near Havana. He was a young man of high moral character and was active in affairs of the Baptist church, of which he was a member. Funeral services were conducted from the Baptist church at Quincy at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon, with Dr. S. T. Matthews officiating. Burial was made in the Nicholson cemetery near Havana. The deceased is survived by his parents and the following named brothers and sisters; Thaddeus, Jr., Lee, John, Aubrey and Mary.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, August 25, 1927]

Resolutions on Death of Fred Jones

WHEREAS, we have been greatly shocked since the Almighty, in His Providence, has seen fit to call from us one just entering upon the threshold of manhood, our friend and fellow-worker, Fred Jones,

WHEREAS, as a member of the Godard Bible Class and other church organizations, he was always a loyal, devoted member, a faithful and sympathetic friend,

AND WHEREAS, although we believe he was ready to go and know that it was for the best, his passing has left a vacancy that will be hard to fill.

BE IT RESOLVED, that we bow in humble submission to Him who doeth all things well, and that we extend to his immediate family and to his adopted family our deepest sympathy in their bereavement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of these resolutions be sent to his mother and father, one to Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Harris, one to the Gadsden county Times, and that one be recorded in our minutes. Godard Bible Class, Jack Davis, C. W. Dean, Emmett Matthews, committee.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, August 25, 1927]

Died June 13, 1922, Mrs. Carrie Kemp at her home near Jamieson. Age 54. Born and reared near Concord, lived in Jamieson since her marriage to W. W. Kemp. Survivors: sons James, John, and Marvin. Predeceased by daughter, Janie, who died three years ago.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated June 22, 1922.]
(Note: Her name was Damarious Caroline "Carrie" Laing, b. 1863 in Gadsden Co., FL, to William R. Laing and Delila Vickers Laing. Married [1] William Bell Kemp, b. 12-9-1831 in Decatur Co, GA, d. 2-1-1901 in Gadsden Co, FL, and [2] William W. Kemp, b. 2-1859 in Gadsden Co, FL, m. 12-17-1884 in Decatur Co GA, d. after 1930. Genealogical notes provided by Angela Cassidy from Nola Laing's "Descendants of Cornelius Laing")

Little Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hancock Dies
Negros are Victims of Accident at Sawmill Near Hardaway Wednesday
Grant Keenan, colored, was killed, another received injuries from which he died later, while four others suffered minor injuries when a boiler at the sawmill lof E. Wells, near Hardaway, exploded yesterday morning at 8 o'clock, soon after the crew went to work. Keenan, a foreman, was killed instantly. The injured were taken to the hospital at Chattahoochee for treatment, where another died as a result of internal injuries in the afternoon.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 9, 1927]

Mrs. W. R. King Is Claimed by Death
Mrs. Ola King, aged 60 years, wife of W. B. King, of the Old Mt. Pleasant neighborhood, died last Sunday night at her home, after a long illness. She is survived by her husband, several children and other relatives. She was a native of Georgia, but had lived in Gadsden county for a number of years, her husband being employed at the State Hospital at Chattahoochee. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock, Rev. Paul Redfearn of the Chattahooche Methodist church officiating. Burial was in Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 31, 1934]

Quickly Follows Wife in Death
W. R. King, aged 64 years, for several years a resident of Chattahoochee and employed at the State Hospital, died early Wednesday at his home in that place. His wife, Ola King, aged 60 years, died May 27, and was buried in the Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery. Mr. King was in ill health for some time, but his death is said to have been due to heart trouble. He is survived by five daughters and two sons, all residents of Gadsden county. Funeral services are to be held this Thursday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock at the Old Mt. Pleasant church, Rev. Paul Redfearn, pastor of the Chattahoochee Methodist church, officiating. Burial, in charge of the Faircloth Funeral Home, will be in the churchyard cemetery.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 14, 1934]

Family Row Ends in Killing Near Havana
Isaac Moore, colored, almost decapitated the head of Ernest Knight, a brother-in-law, at Havana Sunday night about 11 o'clock over a trivial family dispute, it is said by withnesses. The two men were employed and lived on the Shelfer & Ellinor farm about two and a half miles southwest of Havana. Pocket knifes were the weapons used in the deadly combat, both having "keen kutters." Isaac, however, using his knife with more precision, and getting the first whack sent Ernest to the green grass with a severed jugular vein, where he expired in a few minutes. Isaac received a severe scalp wound from the knife of Ernest Knight and bled profusely, and had it not been for prompt medical attention it is thought the wound which he received would have proved fatal. Sheriff Gregory arrived on the scene soon after the tragedy occurred and placed Isaac Moore under arrest, but his condition was thought to be too serious for him to be removed and placed in jail and he was held under guard until it was determined that the wound which he received would probably not be fatal. He was brought to Quincy Monday and lodged in jail, where he will be held for trial at the circuit court, which convenes in Quincy on the fourth Monday in October. Justice W. B. Greer held an inquest over the body of Ernest Knight Monday and the jury returned a verdict that he came to his death through a knife wound inflicted by Issac Moore, who was held charged with murder.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 6, 1927]

Resolutions

Whereas, it has pleased Almighty God, Ruler of the Universe, to remove from among us Brother C. R. Laing, after a year or more of illness on November 15, 1927, at the age of 68 years,

Mrs. Mattie LeBlanc Dies of Pneumonia in Tallahassee Hospital
Mrs. Mattie LeBlanc, sole suvivor of an automobile accident near Havana two weeks ago, died in a Tallahassee hospital Monday, following a series of complicationns, pneumonia being given as the cause of her death. Mrs. LeBlanc was thought well on the road toward recovery from the effects of injuries sustained when the automobile in which she was riding collided with a G., F. & A. Train on the Spanish Trail (S.R. 12) between Quincy and Havana. With two companions she was on her way to Quincy on a pleasure ride. The car in which they were riding, said to have been traveling at a high rate of speed, was struck squarely in the center and all occupants injured, the other two women dying of injuries the same day. Mrs. LeBlanc, a widow, is survived by five children who are being looked after by the King's daughters. An estate left by the deceased Mr. LeBlanc is said to have been divided among several heirs.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, July 28, 1927]

David A. Leon, Native of Quincy, Died At Jacksonville On Friday
Jacksonville, Jan. 21--David A Leon, 45, president of the Leon Motors Finance Company and manager of the Jacksonville Guardian Life Insurance Company, died yesterday afternoon at his residence, 1965 Herschel street, following a short illness. He was taken ill at his home at 11 o'clock Wednesday night and although given every possible medical aid, grew worse and died about 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon. Funeral services will be held at the residence at 10:30 o'clock Sunday morning, Rabbie I. L. Kaplan officiating. Interment will be in the Temple cemetery. The deceased is survived by his father, A. K. Leon, and his widow, Mrs. Ruth Leon, both of Jacksonville. He was born in Quincy but has lived here since infancy. He was well known in fraternal circles, having been a member of Barnett lodge, F. & A. M., the Scottish Rite, the Morocco temple of the Mystic Shrine, Jacksonville lodge of the Elks and the B'nai Brith.
[Obituary coutesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 27, 1927]

Death of Mrs. R. B. Lester Early Sunday Morning
Photo, Myrtle left, sister Ruby right All of Quincy was genuinely saddened on last Sunday morning when the news spread through the community of the death of Mrs. Myrtle Hall Lester, which occurred at her country home near Quincy in the early morning hours of January 28. While her death was not entirely unexpected, coming as it did, after a week's serious illness with double pneumonia, it was a shock to all who knew her. Besides her husband, Robert B. Lester, she leaves behind to mourn her, four beautiful children, one sister, Mrs. George B. Gregory, of Quincy, and two brothers, Guyton Hall, of Tallahassee, and Elwood Hall of Quincy. Her grief-stricken family also includes her grandmother, Mrs. Elizabeth Shepard, her aunt, Mrs. I. W. Martin, and Mrs. Leon Lindsay, George Martin and Malcolm Martin, cousins, who were reared with her. Mrs. Lester was born in Quincy on August 5, 1893, and died in her thirtieth year. All of her life was spent here except two years in which she attended school in Tallahassee [FSCW]. For several years she has been a devoted member of the Methodist Church, and always lived a life of practical Christian. Her mantle of love and charity was ever ready for any needy soul. A cultured woman, a sympathetic and kind friend, it can truly be said of her. None knew her but to love her, None named her but to praise. The depth of the loss of her family has sustained in her going cannot be measured. She was a shining example of an ideal mother and a devoted wife. This phase of her life will long be green in the memory of those who were near to her. The heart of the entire community goes out in deep sympathy to those who have been so bereaved. Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon at 3:30 in the Methodist church, Dr. H. G. Davis, Rev. H. A. Love and Rev. W. A. Burns officiating. The church overflowed with sympathizing friends who came to pay a last tribute to this gentle and good woman. Their floral offerings were both numerous and beautiful. During the service, a quartette sang softly, Lead, Kindly Light, and Haven of Rest, songs which she herself had, months before, selected to be sung at her funeral. Dr. Davis paid a beautiful tribute to her gentle character, her high ideals, and the devoted love she bore her family and friends. Immediately following the services in the church, burial was made in the Eastern Cemetery; and there, in a flower-covered mound, she sleeps securely against the day of her awakening in the peace of God.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, February 1, 1923] (Submitted by Lawson Miller Smith)

R. N. Lester Dead
Mr. R. N. Lester, father of Mrs. E. B. Woodbery of this city, died at Attapulgus, Ga., yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock in his eighty seventh year. Mr. Lester had been ill for two months. Besides Mrs. Woodberry he is survived by three other children, Mrs. R. W. Samallwood, Climax, Ga.; R. H. Lester, Ft. Worth, Texas, and Wm. Lester, Tallahassee. Burial was made at Attapulgus at 2 o'clock this afternoon, Rev. D. J. Blackwell, of the local Presbyterian church, officiating.
(Note by county coordinator: The father of these surviving children was Nathan Nixon Lester, not R. N. Lester.)
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 8, 1917]>br>

In Memoriam
Brother N. N. (Nixon Nathan) Lester was born in Leon county, Florida, on the 20th day of January, 1830, and died at Attapulgus, Ga., on November 7th, 1917. Since 1867, Brother Lester has lived among us, and was always considered an upright man and Mason. He was an active member of our Lodge, often filling the most important offices from the time he came amoung us until old age caused him to cease to attend our regular meetings, although he demitted from the Lodge several years ago, yet it was always his pleasure to express his great love for the institution, and offer a word of encouragement to younger Masons, therefore;

Be it Resolved, that in the death of Brother Lester, the neighborhood has lost one of its oldest and best citizens, and our Lodge, one of its best friends and supporters.

Resolved Second, that we bow in humble submission to the grand Architect of the Universe.

Resolved Third, that we dedicate a page of Minute Book to the memory of Brother Lester, and spread a copy of these resolutions upon our minutes.

Resolved Fourth, that a copy be sent to the "Bainbridge Post Search-Light" and the "Gadsden County Times" for publication and a copy be sent to the (family).
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 20, 1917]

R. W. Long, 44, Dies of Pneumonia
Ralph Wheeler Long, 44, of Quincy, died in Panama City early Sunday morning of pneumonia. Mr. Long was born in Thomas County, Ga., and moved to Quincy in 1918 where he had lived since. He had been employed in Panama City for some time as a shipfitter. He was a deputy sheriff in Gadsden County for nine years. Dr. H. A. Parker, pastor, of the First Baptist Church of Quincy, of which Mr. Long was a member, conducted the funeral at the chapel of Butler-Morgan Funeral Home at three o'clock Monday afernoon. Burial was in the Eastern Cemetery. Mr. Long is survived by his wife; four daughters, Doris, Marjorie, Shirley Ann and Nancy Ellen, all of Panama City; his father, M. P. Long, of Cairo, a brother, A. F. Long, of Thomasville, and five sisters. Pallbearers were B. J. Butler, Ben Holloman, E. C. Griffin, Jim Toole, R. T. Freeman and H. C. Gregory.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 18, 1943]

Mrs. Laura Loyd, 87, Is Dead
Mrs. Laura Spencer Loyd, 87, died at her home in Havana Friday afternoon. Funeral services were held Monday at the graveside with Rev. E. F. Quarterman and Rev. K. Hollister officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn (Woodland) cemetery at Havana. Mrs. Loyd was a native of Henderson, Ala. She moved to Havana 35 years ago. She was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church at Troy, Ala. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. J. H. Rollo and Mrs. F. A. Whittle, of Havana, and Mrs. T. B. Folsoam, Augusta, Ga., and several great and great great grandchildren. Pallbearers were R. S. Spooner, Barney Whittle, Hubert Whittle, Horace Head, H. C. Gray and T. B. Folsom. Butler-Morgan Funeral Home was in charge.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, April 29, 1943]
(She was the mother of William Spencer Loyd of Havana)

William S. Loyd Dies At Havana
Was One of Outstanding Citizens of County--Burial Wednesday Forenoon
William S. Loyd, one of Gadsden county's foremost citizens, died at his Havana home early Tuesday morning, after a lingering illness. Burial was made in the Shelfer Cemetery Wednesday forenoon under the auspices of the Havana Masonic Lodge, number 169. Mr. Loyd was 45 years old at the time of his death, and for the past five years had suffered from an ulceration in the stomach, this organ having been perforated and a cancer developed which was the cuase of his death. Heroic measures had been tried to bring him relief and several operations were undergone and treatments taken in various hospitals, but to no avail. Up to within a few months ago he maintained his interest in his business and the welfare of his community, and was active even to within two months. While he no doubt realized that sooner or later he would have to surrender in his fight against the forces of Nature, he carried on with commendable determination to the very end.

Mr. Loyd had been a citizen of Havana since 1907, coming to east Gadsden county from his old home at Troy, Ala. He engaged in the mercantile business until 1916 when his business was wiped out by fire which destroyed Havana, just then getting under way as a town. After the fire he opened a real estate agency and acquired the representation of the Strout Farm Agency. In his new field he became a factor in the development of Gadsden county, especially the eastern part, and during the past ten years brought in many new settlers who have made good on the farms and in the mills and have been important citizens in the community.

In 1924 he opened his own real estate agency, operating under his own name and extended his influence and sent out the message from Gadsden county of the opportunities to be found hereabouts for work and pleasant living. He was one of the strong factors in the county that maintained faith in the ultimate destiny of Gadsden county and West Florida.
Mr. Loyd was highly regarded by his friends and neighbors. He was blessed with a pleasing personality and easily made and held friends. In his community he carried the affectionate title of "Neighbor Loyd," always ready to do his part for the upbuilding of his town or county for which he maintained a dogged enthusiasm and faith in the ultimate successes that have been achieved.

He formerly was a member of the town council of Havana and served as its mayor during 1920, and was a material factor in starting the progressive spirit and forward movement that the eastern part of the county has so well maintained during recent years.
He is survived by his widow, Dora E. Brinson Loyd, a sister of Dr. Brinson, of Havana, whom he married at Brinson, Decatur county, Georgia, in 1911. Also one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Nellie) Spooner, of Havana, an only child by an earlier marriage, and by his mother, who makes her home with Mrs. Spooner, as well as three sisters, Mrs. J. H. Rollo, of Havana; Mrs. Widdle, of Monticello, and Mrs. Folsom, of Nashville, Ga.

The ceremony at the grave was conducted by the Havana Masonic Lodge under the direction of Master C. D. Wilcox. The funeral sermon was preached by Reverend D. J. Blackwell, of Quincy, assisted by Rev. Chalmers, of the Havana Presbyterian church, and Rev. Burns and Rev. Gray, of Hinson.
Out of respect to Mr. Loyd, Havana business halted on Tuesday during the funeral. The work that he loved, his counsel and his creed gave much to the development of his community and his state.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 20, 1927] (Note by Angela Cassidy: Mr. Loyd was not related to the Shelfer family, in whose cemetery he was first buried. Shortly after his demise, the Havana Sewing Club decided that a public cemetery was needed in Havana, they bought the land, and started Woodland Cemetery on Hwy. 27 south of Havana. At that time, Mr. Loyd was disinterred and was the first person buried in Woodland Cemetery. See article in the preface of the Woodland Cemetery Index on this website.)
From the Editorial Page of The Gadsden County Times, January 20, 1927

(Times Editorial)
In the passing of William S. Loyd, at Havana, on Tuesday, Gadsden county has lost one of her foremost citizens. While handicapped during the last two years from his earlier active work, he carried on with a faith that recognized no obstacles and yielded to no adverse pressure from without. Mr. Loyd believed in Gadsden county, her people andher resources like few other men. While especially active in the eastern end of the county, he brought in new settlers to all parts of the county, and through his development work has probably done more toward the actual upbuilding of the county than all other similar agencies combined. Through his efforts new plows turned the furrows, more farmers were brought here to add greater wealth to Gadsden's resources.
His faith in the ultimate destiny of Gadsden county and her people, as well as all of West Florida, inspired all who came in contact with him, and through his direction and his industry this community received great benefit. In many paths he blazed a trail and it is through the efforts of such men as William S. Loyd that empires are built.
The world is much better for his having lived.

Dade City Shocked At Death of George Massey, Eminent Citizen
Probably nothing has ever shocked the people of Dade City so profoundly as the news, received early Thursday morning, of the death of George B. Massey, at the home of his brother-in-law, Mr. Philip May, in Jacksonville, from heart disease. His body was prepared for burial and accompanied by the members of his family and a number of friends and was carried to his former home in Quincy where the funeral will be held this afternoon at 3 o'clock. Mr. Massey, in company with Mrs. Massey and Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Huckabay had been attending the state convention of the American Legion Auxiliary in St. Augustine, and at its close had gone to Jacksonville to visit Mrs. Massey's brother. He had been suffering some time with a weak heart and it is presumed that the reaction after the excitement of the convention and reunion festivities was too much for him. George B. Massey had been a resident of Dade City for the past twelve years, during which time he had been local manager of the Sunny Brook Tobacco Company. He was quiet, unassuming in manner, yet his ability had made him one of the prominent business factors of this section. He served four years as a member of the city council, was a director of the Bank of Pasco County, and was a loyal and active member of the Dade City Chamber of Commerce and Kiwanis Club. He was a consistent member of the Presbyterian church. Mr. Massey leaves, besides his widow, one daughter, Miss Daisyanna, and three sons, Herbert S., Frank M., and George B. Jr. ---- (reprinted from) Plant City Courier.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 16, 1925]

Death of Mrs. M. S. Massey

Mrs. M. S. Massey died at the home of her sister, Mrs. A. S. Woodbery, in Quincy, Friday (which would have been August 10) about noon, after an extended illness that had kept her confined to the house for several months. She had been in a very weak condition and the end was not entirely unexpected. Funeral services were held from the house of Mrs. Woodbery Saturday, conducted by Dr. H. G. Davis, pastor of the Methodist church. Interment was made in the Eastern Cemetery. Mrs. Massey is survived by one son, Mr. George B. Massey, of Dade City.
[Note by Angela Cassidy: Either she was not buried in Eastern Cemetery, or her marker rotted and the grave is now unmarked. Her name was not on the Mormon Tomb Index dated 1957, and it's not in my current index of Eastern Cemetery. I was trying to find her given name.]
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times August 10, 1917]

The belated news of the death of D. L. Maxwell at his home at Concord was received too late for last week's paper. Mr. Maxwell died on the 8th of September of cancer, at the age of 70 years. The remains were interred in the family burying grounds at Concord.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 21, 1916] (This is Daniel L. Maxwell, b. 08-23-1842, d. 09-08-1916, buried Concord Cemetery. Son of James G. and Moley Butler Maxwell. Husband of Laura A. Maxwell.)

F. H. May, Aged and Beloved Citizen, Died Saturday Afternoon
Fariss H. (Hagood) May, one of Gadsden county's most prominent and highly respected citizens, died at his home 5 miles north of Quincy Saturday morning, February 23. For several years the deceased had been in ill health, but for no great length of time had he, on any occasion, been confined to his home. The end came eary Saturday morning with but little warning, and the community was shocked as the information passed from person to person announcing the death of one who was so justly esteemed by all who had known him.

Born in this county April 3, 1849, he was one of five children of Joel Fariss May and Jane E. Hargood, both of whom were natives of Virginia, and among the early settlers of this county. On January 28, 1880, Mr. May was united in marriage to Miss Lula Perry, of Baker county, Georgia, and to this union were born Mrs. H. H. Mallare, of Mascott; F. Perry May, of Quincy; Oscar F. May, of Mascott; Mrs. J. M. Oliver, and Fountain H. May, of Quincy; Edward Q. May, of Trenton; Fred L. May and Lucien M. May, of Quincy, all of whom, together with a brother, Frank P. May, Sr., survive him.

Mr. May, on January 6, 1872, united with the Presbyterian church of this city, and throughout that long period of time had been one of its most faithful and influential members. With a cordial greeting for, and a sympathetic interest in, all with whom he came in contact, he easily won friends, and with a sincerity and devotion that were characteristic of him, bound them more closely to him as their a cquaintance ripened. And yet, it was in home that one must have known him to have become aware of the most attractive and admirable qualities of the man. There, as a tender and considerate husband and father, he was also one of the most thoughful and hospitable of hosts, and ever experienced genuine pleasure in the entertainment of his friends.

In the presence of a great number of relatives and life-long friends, the funeral service was conducted Sunday afternnon at 3:30 0'clock in the Philadelphia church, the Reverends D. J. Blackwell and H. A. Love, officiating; and the body was laid to rest in the family burying ground, adjoining the old church, near which he had received the greater part of his education, and had spent his life.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 28, 1924]

Great sorrow, with a sense of great loss, came upon the Woman's Club when the news was flashed abroad that Mrs. F. P. May had gone from us. Her ready sympathy when it was most meeded, her quick-spoken word to uphold the policies of the Woman's club when it was yet young, and her willingness to work when she could, make her one whose place can never be filled. Therefore, be it resolved, That we express to her family the loss which we feel, extending them our sympathy, reminding them that "God doeth all thing well." Also that this express be placed upon our minutes and printed in the Gadsden County Times.
Mrs. R. F. Godard,
Mrs. M. A. Love,
Mrs. C. C. Guy,
Committee
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 24, 1924] (Wife of Frank Pierce May, Died November 30, 1923)

Cypress Father Commits Suicide
Shoots Self Following Attempt to Kill Suitors of Daughters
Hardie Shelfer and W. H. Dixon, employes of the State Hospital for the Insane at Chattahoochee, are recovering from pistol wounds received early last week at the hands of W. H. McCroan, aged 60, of Cypress, who objected to the young men calling on a couple of his daughters. The shooting occurred on Sunday evening, after the young women had been returned to their homes about 8:30 from a church meeting. When the girls were returned to their home the father, who protested against their having engagements, grabbed his pistol and turned it on the escorts. Shelfer was shot in the leg and Dixon in the arm, the bullet passing through the flesh of his chest. The young men drove to the Chattahoochee hospital where their wounds were dressed. Early Monday morning McCroan committed suicide by shooting himself in the head. The body was buried in the Cypress cemetery. McCroan is survived by his widow, five daughters, five sons, one brother and four sisters. [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 17, 1934]

J. J. McCullagh Dies at DeFuniak Springs
J. J. McCullagh, 65, died at his home in DeFuniak Springs Tuesday, after an illness of several months. Mr. McCullagh and family formerly resided in Quincy and news of his death was received with deep and sincere regret by his many friends here, where he was highly regarded as a man and a citizen. Burial was made in DeFunak Wednesday forenoon at 11 o'clock, following services conducted at the Presbyterian church by Rev. D. J. Blackwell, pastor of the Quincy Presbyterian church, of which Mr. McCullagh was a member. The pall bearers were all Quincy friends of the deceased, Sheriff G. S. Gregory, J. E. Graves, Arthur Corry, Frank Smith, W. S. Snider and Wm. Cox. Mr. McCullagh is survived by his widow and several sons and daughters.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 28, 1929]

Sad Death
The soul of James Warwick McDearmid winged its flight to the Great Beyond Tuesday morning at 6 o'clock, leaving a heart-broken wife, an infant boy, father and mother, four brothers and three sisters, besides many relatives and a host of friends to mourn his departure. The deceased was born in Gadsden County, Nov. 8, 1875, and resided here until 1895, when he left for Tampa, going there to follow the cigar makers trade; marrying Miss Estell Sumner of Gary, Fla., while residing in Tampa, and making that his home until last year when his health became so bad that he was complelled to seek outdoor employment, when he came to Quincy and bought the MdDearmid home and has since that time been engaged in the cultivation of tobacco. Although Mr. McDearmid's demise was not unexpected, he having tuberculosis, Death must needs leave its sting, and we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family and friends. Mr. McDearmid was a model citizen, industrious, honesy and a Christian and to know him was to admire and honor him.
[From the precursor to The Gadsden County Times, the clipping had no newspaper name or date. Submitted by Robert Lightfoot]
(Died September 3, 1907, buried Eastern Cemetery, Quincy. Son of James S. McDearmid and Mildred Augusta MOSELEY King Brockman McDearmid; married to Kizzie Estelle Sumner; two children: James Warwick McDearmid, Jr., and Willie Robert McDearmid.)

MRS. M'DEARMID
Passed Into the Great Beyond Monday...
Photo Monday, at her home near Tallahassee, the soul of Mrs. Mildred McDearmid winged its flight into the Great Byond, from whene no soul returneth. While Mrs. McDearmid had been an invalid for a number of years, her death was a sad affliction to her loved ones and many friends. Mrs. McDearmid was born in Alabama, but has resided in Gadsden County since her early childhood, having moved here with her parents in ante-bellum days. Besides her husband, Mr. Jame (James) McDearmid of Tallahassee, Mrs. McDearmid leaves four sons, Messrs. Cecil, Albert, Allan and Paul McDearmid of Quincy and one daughter, Mrs. (J. P.) Roberts (Anna Lou) of Tallahassee, and a large number of other near relatives and friends to mourn her loss.
[Newspaper was the precursor to The Gadsden County Times, clipping had no newspaper name or date, but she died September 1908.] (Submitted by Robert Lightfoot)

The many friends of Wm. W. McDonald were grieved to learn of his death Friday at his home in the Hanna settlement in this county, near the Georgia line. Mr. McDonald is reported as having been taken ill following the picnic at Chattahoochee which he attended Thursday, the cause of his death being paralysis. He was about 62 years old. The deceased was born and reared in this county and during his entire life had been a resident of the county. He was a member of a prominent family and was highly regarded by all who knew him. He was a brother of J. H. McDonald, cashier of the Gadsden County State Bank at River Junction, and of J. G. and Daniel McDonald. Mrs. J. H. Tolar, of Greensboro, and Mrs. S. J. Fletcher, of River Junction, are sisters. Following services, burial was made Saturday.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 29, 1924]

Death W. L. McElhenny at Old Mt. Pleasant
W. L. McElhenny died at his home in Old Mt. Pleasant community on Saturday, June 9, after an illness of about six weeks. vHe was the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Vincent McElhenny and was born June 5, 1885, in Jasper county, Georgia. When he was a young man he moved to Schly county, Georgia, where he married Miss Daisy Holloway at the age of 21. He moved to Atlanta, Ga., in 1913 and lived there until 1920 when he came to Gadsden county where he lived the remainder of his life with the exception of two years he spent in West Palm Beach, from 1926 to 1928. Mr. McElhenny was of a genial disposition making many friends who mourn his passing away. He joined the Methodist church in Jasper county, Georgia, at the age of thirteen years, and lived a noble Christian life, expressing himself at the last as being ready and willing to go when his call should come. He is survived by his widow, two sons, Joel and Milton, one daughter, Aline, five brothers, R. V. McElhenny, Charleston, S. C.; W. H., J. H. and E. J. McElhenny, all of Monticello, Ga., one sister, Mrs. A. L. Holloway, of this county.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 21, 1934]

Death of Mrs. Julia McIver at Greensboro Tuesday
Mrs. Julia McIver died at her home Tuesday night, after a short illness. She was 69 years of age. Wednesday at 4 p.m. funeral services were conducted by Rev. F. M. Wells at Sycamore and the remains laid to rest in the cemetery just outside. She leaves behind to mourn her death a husband; two daughters, Mrs. Susie Holt and Mrs. Mary Sutton; two sons, J. H. Lambert and Jessie McIver, and several grandchildren, a mother, one sister and several brothers.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, December 25, 1924]

James Madison McKeown Died Suddenly From Apoplexy Fri. Afternoon
Quincy lost another of its old and highly respected citizens Friday, when James Madison McKeown, a life-long resident of the county, dropped dead while working in the garden of his son, George McKeown, on West Washington street. In company with Mrs. McKeown, Mr. McKeown went to the home of his son in the same block Friday afternoon to cut grass and weeds from the garden that it might be ready to plant, and while thus engaged, his wife noticed that he failed to reply when spoken to and turning toward him saw him fall, as she believed from exhaustion. A passing physician was immediately summoned and pronounced him dead from apoplexy. Mr. McKeown was born at Providence, in this county, February 12, 1860, being at the time of his death 65 years old. He lived and farmed in that community until 24 years ago, when he moved to Quincy and engaged in the mercantile business, in which calling he had been since engaged and in which he had been eminently successful. The deceased is survived by a family of a widow, two sons and one daughter. The children are George and Walter McKeown, of Quincy, and Mrs. W. B. McLeod, of Everglades. He leaves one sister, Mrs. E. C. VanHorne, of River Junction; four brothers, W. M., Josh, Thomas, and O. L. McKeown. For 38 years Mr. McKeown had been a consecrated member of the Baptist church and Sunday afternoon services were held from the First Baptist church of Quincy, with Rev. R. T. Russell officiating. Burial was made in the Eastern cemetery. The large number of people from all parts of the county who attended the funeral Sunday and the wealth of beautiful floral offerings indicated the high regard in which the deceased was held by the people among whom he had spent his entire life. James Madison McKeown is dead, but those who knew him longest and best have faith to believe that his closing eyes read a mystic meaning which only an enraptured and parting soul could know; that in the silence of a receding world, he must have heard the great waves breaking on the further shore and faced unshrinkingly the breath of an eternal morning, for he knew that there awaited him a perpetual greeting. He was a good, kind, gentle and considerate man whose heart was filled with the milk of human kindness and sympathy, and as such, he will be remembered by his devoted family and friends.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 9, 1925]

Mrs. J. M. (should be John N.) McKeown, the oldest citizen of the Concord settlement, died at her home early Sunday morning, (December 17) at the age of 81 years. Mrs. McKeown was a well known, respected, Christian lady and her funeral Monday was attended by many sorrowing friends. Interment was made in Concord cemetery. Services were held at the home of the deceased, conducted by Rev. J. D. Murray, of the Hinson Methodist church. Mrs. McKeown is survived by two sons, P. P. McKeown and J. M. McKeown, Jr.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, December 21, 1916]

Body of Young Officer Laid to Rest in Native Soil----The body of Lt. Oliver McKeown was shipped from France to New York and from there to Quincy and delivered by escort to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. McKeown. Services were conducted at Sunny Dell Cemetery on Sunday, by Rev. W. A. Burns of the Baptist Church of Quincy, assisted by Rev. Frank Grant. There was a large attendance at the funeral, with many former service men present.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, no date due to clipping of article]
(Note: Lt. McKeown's grave in Sunny Dell has his death date as 05 Oct 1918.)

O. E. McKeown, 67, Died Early Friday
Oliver Evans McKeown, 67, County Commissioner and member of the County Democratic Committee, died at his home in Chattahoochee early Friday morning after a prolonged illness. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 5:30 o'clock at the Chattahoochee Baptist Church. Rev. H. G. McLeroy, assisted by Rev. R. M. Holmes and Rev. C. B. Clayton, officiated. Burial was at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Mr. McKeown had served as Standard Oil agent in Chattahoochee for about 25 years. He was a charter member of the Chattahoochee Baptist Church, had been superintendent of the Sunday School for 25 years, and was superintendent emeritus of the Sunday School. He was born in Greensboro, but had made his home in Chattahoochee for about 35 years. He is survived by his wife, Gertrude McKeown, of Chattahoochee, one daughter, Mrs. W. E. Chillis, of Jacksonville, one grandson, Thomas E. Davis, of Avon Park, four sisters: Mrs. Annie Johnson, of Greensboro, Mrs. J. L. Adkinson, of Prescott, Ariz., Mrs. E. L. Atwater and Miss Zadie McKeown, of Chattahoochee; and three brothers: George, Felder and Edgar McKeown, of Chattahoochee. Pallbearers were Lee McDonald, Robert Dyer, Edgar Scarborough, Walter McDonald, Henry Russ and A. O. Duke. Clark-Bell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, front page, May 4, 1944] (Note: Actual death date was April 28, 1944)

Death Takes Walter L. McKeown This A. M.
Walter Lee McKeown, aged 43, died at his home in this city at 4:40 a. m. today following an illiness of two years. Death was due to a heart failure. Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 4 p. m. Plans for the service have not been completed. Mr. McKeown is survived by his widow, one brother, George W. McKeown, of this city, and one sister, Mrs. D. W. McLeod, of Everglades. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. M. McKeown, pioneer residents of Gadsden county. Walter, as Mr. McKeown was known to his intimates, was a man of kindly and pleasing personality and was beloved by a large circle of friends who deeply and sincerely mourn his passing.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 25, 1934]

Funeral services for Walter Lee McKeown, who died at his home early Thursday morning (January 25) after a lingering illness of about 18 months, were conducted from the home Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock in the presence of a large gathering of relatives and friends. Interment was in the Eastern Cemetery, services being conducted by Dr. H. A. Love, of the Presbyterian church, and Dr. W. M. Vines, of the First Baptist church. The Neal Faircloth Funeral Home was in charge. Active pall bearers were Herbert Day, Robert Armstrong, E. D. Davis, I. J. Council, T. J. Farr and T. R. Smith. Honorary, N. B. Jordan, E. S. Rarick, B. C. Bevis, Dr. J. C. Davis, Jr., W. F. Lester, Meade A. Love, L. D. McMillan, P. H. Thomas and C. R. Shaw. Walter, as he was known to everybody, was born at Mt. Pleasant, Fla., March 14, 1890. The family moved to Quincy in the year of 1900 and have lived here continuously since. He was educated in the Quincy high school of the former days. He began his business career early in life, being associated with his brother, Geo. W. McKeown, in the wholesale grocery business for about 15 years. Since then he was connected with the C. R. Shaw Auto Co., up to two years ago when his health failed him and it was necessary that he give up all work of any nature. He married Miss Rebecca Mulloy of Sumter, S.C., in 1914. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. M. McKeown, pioneer residents of Gadsden County, his father being a prominent local merchant and property owner. He is survived by his widow, one sister, Mrs. Dan W. McLeon, of Everglades, Fla., and one brother, Geo. W. McKeown, of Quincy, as well as a host of relatives in this county and state.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 1, 1934]

In Memoriam
Rev. G. A. McLane was born July 19, 1863, and died March 17, 1925. He was a member of Pine Grove Baptist church and an ordained minister for eighteen years. He leaves a widow and five children to mourn their loss. We feel our loss is our Savior's gain and humbly bare our heads to the will of Him that doeth all things well. Committee---A. J. Wilder, C. W. Harbin, W. H. McAlpin.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 21, 1925]

Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Shelfer McManus, 65, who passed away Wednesday afternoon (September 23, 1936) at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. (James Sherman) Harris in Havana, after a brief illness, were held in the Havana Methodist Church Wednesday afternoon with Rev. A. G. Cox, assisted by Rev. Ernest Quarterman, officiated. Interment was in Shelfer Cemetery. Mrs. W. E. Woodward sang "Crossing the Bar" and a choir composed of members of the three Havana church choirs sang "Sweet Bye and Bye" with Mrs. J. G. (John Gill) (Grace) Fischer accompanying. The Floral offerings were numerous and lovely. Mrs. McManus was a devout Methodist. Those who knew her loved her for the unselfish nature she possessed. She was devoted to her invalid mother, her sister and brothers. She was always ready to help those in distress and worked long and hard for church and family. Pallbearers were: Bryon Ellinor, Robert McDavid, John Boynton, Henry Barfield, George Gregory and Maxwell Walker. Surviving Mrs. McManus are her mother, Mrs. William Shelfer (Zella Floyd), sister, Mrs. J. S. (Cliffie) Harris and three brothers, C. B. (Charles) Shelfer, Havana and E. B. (Elbert) and A. O. (Alex) Shelfer, Quincy.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 1936] (Submitted by Barbara Boynton)

Former Local Man Killed in Miami Brawl
H. K. McPhaul, for many years a resident of Gadsden county, was killed in Miami March 24, although the news failed to reach the Times for the issue of last week. The death was caused by a knife wound, inflicted by a J. R. Bailey, supposedly a very close friend of McPhaul's, who was living in the home of the slain man. Early in the evening of the 24th, McPhaul and Bailey engaged in a slight quarrel over the loss of some money and after an exchange of words a fight took place. Mrs. McPhaul had left the room as the quarrel began and on returning saw that her husband had been injured and also observed a butcher knife in the hand of Bailey. There were not actual eye witnesses to the incident, although Mrs. McPhaul came in only an instant after the stabbing had occurred. McPhaul is survived by four brothers, George, Bob and Willard, of this city, and Gordon, who lives in Tallassee, Ala., two sisters, Mrs. J. Quincy Williams, of this city, and Mrs. H. L. Powell, of Miami, and also his mother, who resides in Miami. The slain man was born and spent his youth in Mt. Pleasant, but for the past fourteen years has resided in Miami. Bailey is being held under a charge of murder.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 4, 1929]

ALEX M'PHERSON DEAD
Mr. Alex McPherson, representative-elect, died at his home at Juniper Friday night, after an illness of several months, the last of which he was confined to his bed. He was aged 74 years. The deceased was a life long resident of Gadsden county and was a citizen which the county can ill afford to lose. Honest and honorable in his business relations and loyal to his family and friends, he is indeed a man who will be missed. While a man of ability and tact, possessing a keen insight into governmental affairs, Mr. McPherson never sought office, but in the June primary, the citizens of the county honored him by electing him to the State Legislature. Mr. McPherson was a veteran of the civil war and served the Southland loyally in the cause. The aged veteran leaves a family of two daughters and four sons to mourn his departure. His wife preceded him to the Great Beyond some twenty years ago. Interment was made in the family burying ground Saturday afternoon at 3:80 (3:00?) o'clock. Services were conducted at the grave by the Rev. Smith of the Midway Methodist church. Many sorrowing friends accompanied the remains to the grave to pay their last tributes of respect to the honored and beloved old gentleman.
[This article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times newspaper, December 7, 1916]

Little Boy Died
Mr. and Mrs. Arch McPherson have the sympathy of their many friends throughout the county in the death of their little boy who died at their home near Havana Monday morning. He was three and a half years old.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 27, 1917]
Card of Thanks
We wish to extend to all of our neighbors and friends our sincere thanks for the help and sympathy tendered us during the illness and subsequent death of our little boy.
--Mr. and Mrs. Arch McPherson.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 27, 1917]

Mrs. Julia McRae, age 84, a native of Calvary, died February 6. Survived by daughters: Mrs. Hunter Johnson, Miss Eddie McRae, by son: Duncan McRae.
[Obituary courtesy of The Havana Herald dated February 10, 1949.]
(Note: Julia McRae was the wife of Philip McRae, and they are both buried in the Vickers Cemetery, Concord. She was the daughter of Jesse Stephens and was born in Decatur Co., GA. Her surviving daughter, Mrs. Hunter Johnson, was the former Nannie Pearl McRae.)

Despondent In Love Edward McRaney, 21, Kills Self Tuesday
Suicides in Local Hostelry When Love for Girl is Unrequitted
Had Planned to Shoot Sweetheart
Plot to End Girl's Life Revealed in Notes to Her and His Parents

Disappointment in love caused Edward McRaney, a 21 year old lad, to blow his brains out Tuesday evening in a local hotel. He was employed at the McRae mills, four miles south of Quincy, where he was highly regarded by his employers and associates. His friends were shocked because of the boy's desperate deed, brought on by despondency over his love affairs.

Young McRaney was in love wiht a girl, but his amours were not reciprocated. Last Saturday the girl had refused to marry him, asking him to bide his time. Life's outlook darkened for the young fellow, and he despised his lot, planning vengeance upon the girl of his love and himself.

Tuesday morning he laid off from work, coming into Quincy about 10 o'clock, where he picked up a number of friends and drove around the city and county for the rest of the day. About 5 o'clock he drove to his hotel, bade his companions of the afternoon a friendly goodby and retired to his room.

Once in the room he carefully locked the door, and sat down to pen a farewell note to his sweetheart and his family. In the note he stated that he also planned to kill the young lady, for what he could not have, he would not leave for another. His courage faltered, apparently, for he went on to relate that life's outlook was now too black for him to attempt to carry on longer.

Placing the note on the table where it would be easily found, he apparently went about his preparation to meet his death with deliberation and careful planning. Seating himself upon the edge of his bed, he loaded a shotgun with number 4 shot, placing the barrel to his head at the seat of the brain, and pulled the trigger.

The report of the gun brought other occupants of the hotel to his room, where upon forcing the door they found a gruesome sight, the lad's body in the last throbs of life, his brains scattered about the walls, and blood spots everywhere.

The boy's parents live at McRae's mill, where his family is highly regarded. He had gone to his father's home Tuesday morning to secure the ill-fated gun, on the pretext of going hunting. Later he joined his friends, who had little suspicion of the powerful moving thoughts engaging the youth throughout the day.

A coroner's jury was called at the inquest, and they returned a verdict of instantaneous death caused by wounds self inflicted.

Young McRaney's body was taken to his old home at Cypress, Fla., where burial was made yesterday. The funeral arrangements were in charge of T. L. Macon, local undertaker.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 22, 1927]

Elbert Moore, the 20-year old son of Frank Moore, passed out (should say "passed away") Saturday night. Elbert had been very low for nine weeks with typhoid fever, heart failure, rheumatism and hookworms. He leaves a father and four brothers to grieve; but our loss is his eternal gain. No one can tell how much Elbert suffered, but he bore it with patience. His remains were laid to rest Monday at the old Friendship cemetery.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated October 19, 1916, in the Sedalia News column]

Robert M. Morgan Dies in Jacksonville as Result of Injuries
Former Citizen of Gadsden County was Struck by Auto Truck Monday and Died Tuesday
Robert M. Morgan, 61, died at St. Lukes hospital in Jacksonville Tuesday morning as a result of injuries sustained when struck by an automobile truck Monday morning while crossing Main street between Fifteenth and Sixteenth streets. The deceased was a brother of F. F. Morgan of Quincy. He died without gaining consciousness after being struck by the truck driven by Ollie Perry, 19, who was held without bond by police. Morgan, a former employee of the City of Jacksonville, was almost blind. He had made his home in Jacksonville for a number of years, going there from Gadsden county, where he was born and reared. Upon receiving advices from Jacksonville Tuesday morning that his brother had died, Mr. and Mrs. F. F. Morgan left here that day for Jacksonville to attend the funeral yesterday afternoon. Other relatives of the deceased who attended the burial were J. C. Morgan, of this city, Miss Annie Morgan, principal of Woodstock grammar school, Jacksonville, and Mrs. Eva Blalock, of Tallahassee.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 30, 1927]

Mrs. Florence, widow of Wm. Munroe, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. R. E. Cantey, in this city Monday morning (April 23) at 1:15 o'clock. Mrs. Munroe suffered a stroke of paralysis while in Jacksonville last Decemeber and had never recovered from the effects. For the past three weeks she was very ill and last week had another stroke, following which she gradually became weaker until the end came. The remains of the deceased were laid to rest in the Eastern Cemetery Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock; services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cantey, conducted by Rev. Burns of the Baptist church, in the absence of Dr. H. K. Davis, pastor of the Methodist church, of which Mrs. Munroe was a devoted member. The remains were accompanied to the last resting place by many sorrowing friends and many beautiful floral offerings marked the tomb of the beloved woman. Mrs. Munroe is survived by one brother, Geo. B. Gregory, of Scotland; three daughters, Mrs. R. E. Cantey and Miss Helen Munroe of Quuincy, and Mrs. R. V. Covington of Jacksonville.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 26, 1917]

E. F. MORGAN DEAD FOLLOWING APPENDIX OPERATION ALABAMA
News of the death at a Birmingham, Ala., hospital Sunday forenoon of E. F. Morgan, 57, was received with keen regret here, where Mr. Morgan was born and reared and was well known. He was a son of the late R. M. Morgan and brother of F. F. Morgan, clerk of the circuit court of Gadsden county. Mr. Morgan was operated on one week prior to his death for appendicitis and was apparently recovering until peritonitis developed and death followed. Services were held in a Methodist church in Birmingham, of which deceased was a member, Monday and burial was made in Oakloawn cemetery, Atlanta, in the afternoon, where a former wife and daughter are buried. Mr. Morgan is survived by his widow and the following named relatives. Children: Mrs. E. V. Pope, Birmingham; Frank, of St. Louis, and William, of Birmingham; brothers, F. F. Morgan, Quincy; George M. Morgan, Mobile, Ala.; sisters, Miss Annie R. Morgan, Jacksonville, and Mrs. Eva M. Blalock, Tallahassee. Leaving here when but a youth to make his way in the world, Mr. Morgan lived the greater part of his life in Atlanta and Jacksonville. For many years he was connected with the Armour Fertilizer Co. as credit man, but during the last several years was engaged in the life insurance business. He was a successful business man and his genial good nature made him popular with men in all walks of life. During his last visit here one month before his death, Mr. Morgan was appareantly in the best of health and announcement of his death so soon afterward came as a distinct surprise to friends here to were not aware of his illness.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 5, 1934]

In Memoriam
Resolutions adopted by the faculty of the grammar school, Panama City, Florida.

Whereas, Mr. John P. Neel was called to be the principal of our grammar school for the year 1926-27, he having served in that capacity with efficiency and acceptance for seven months.

And whereas, he having been taken from us by the Grim Monster of Death on the 26th day of March, his death occurring without notice or warning to us, therefore, be it resolved by the faculty of the grammar school of which he was principal:

First, that we do hereby go on record as expressing our appreciation of his wise counsel and efficient leadership. We feel that his life was to young, and his capacities for usefulness too great for both to meet with so sudden a close, but still we bow in submission to the will of an All Wise Providence, knowing that while he moves in a mysterious way his wonders to perform, yet it is certain that he doeth all things well.

Second, that we do hereby express to his family our sympathy. We know that if the Father of All will take notice of the falling sparrow, surely he has taken note of his passing spirit, and the hearts of his passing that are bleeding, over his going. We commend them to the tender care of that one who knows our sorrows and is acquaninted with our grief.

Third, that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family, a copy given to the Panama City Pilot, the Gadsden County Times and the Marianna Times Courier for publication.

Signed R. E. Johnson, Addie Davis, Maggie Williams, Committee.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, April 14, 1927]

Mrs. Paul J. Neeley Died Friday Evening.
Mrs. Mary Francis Neeley, 35, wife of Paul J. Neeley, died at the Gadsden County Hospital Friday evening, following an illness that dated back several months, culminating in an operation, from which she never rallied. Interment was made in the Eastern cemetery Saturday afternoon, following services at the First Baptist church at 3 o'clock. Officiating clergymen were Rev. W. A. burns, of Panama City, Rev. S. T. Matthews and Rev. F. J. Patterson, local pastors. Services were opened with prayer by Rev. Patterson and hymns by the Baptist choir, followed by scripture reading by Rev. Matthews and a eulogy by Rev. Burns. Mrs. Neeley was a devout member of the local Baptist church in which she took an active and intelligent part. During the pastorate of Rev. Burns here, Mrs. Neeley was one of the foremost workers in the church, and the clergyman spoke in eloquent terms of the virtue and fine Christian spirit of the deceased young woman. Mrs. Neeley is survived by her husband and 7-year old son, Paul, Jr. Other surviving relatives are three sisters, Mrs. J. H. Mathis and Mrs. A. B. Turner, of Quitman, Ga., and Mrs. Scott Wimberly, of Lovett, Fla., all of whom attended the services here. Relatives of Mr. Neeley in attendance at the funeral were his mother, Mrs. J. N. Neeley, sister, Mrs. J. J. Anderson; brother, J. R. Neeley; uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Harley, all of Monticello. Many floral tributes of rare beauty were placed upon the last resting place of the departed, typifying the beautiful life she had lived, her noble example of patience, fidelity to truth and faith that were exemplified in her every day life.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated November 18, 1926]

Robbery Motive For Brutal Murder Allen Nelson Early Sunday
Aged Negro Found With Skull Crushed in Quincy Home Sunday A. M.
One of the most gruesome murders enacted in this county in some years came to light here Sunday morning with the finding of the dead body of Allen Nelson, aged negro man, in his home on North Adams street, just inside the city near the light and power plant. Twelve gashes in his skull inflicted by a sharp instrument gave unmistakable evidence of the manner in which he met his tragic end. The skull was fractured in four places. The body of the dead man was found by his sister in a sitting position under a table Sunday forenoon at 10:30, and reported the murder to Sheriff Gregory. The body was cold and rigid when discovered, indicating the old negro had been dead for some time. Nelson lived alone in a small house on North Adams, where he carried a small stock of groceries and confections in one room of his home. He usually ahd a small amount of money in his house, but when officers arrived the money box was found empty, as were the two open pocket books on the counter of the storeroom. Nelson was regarded as a good negro by all who knew him. He was industrious and thrifty and beyound the average in intelligence. He was well known by many as the talkative peanut vender, corner of Jefferson and Adams streets, where he cried his wares in tones that attracted attention for several blocks around. A coroner's jury was empaneled and after meeting Sunday afternoon rendered a verdict that Nelson came to his death at the hands of an unknown party. (Note--some of this article was omitted because it referenced alleged perpetrators and was not about Mr. Allen. The entire article can be read in the August 15, 1929, issue of the Gadsden County Times, on this web site under Newspapers.)
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, August 15, 1929]

Lamar NICHOLSON, 25, at home of his aunt, Mrs. W. B. Munroe, at 3 o'clock yesterday morning (Wednesday, April 17). He was son of Mrs. and Mrs. M. J. Nicholson of near Havana. Died of cancer. Interred at Eastern cemetery.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 18, 1918]

Death of A. L. Newell at Home of Son in Quincy
A. L. Newell, 78, died at the home of his son, M. Newell, in Quincy Thursday night. Mr. Newell had been in bad health for several years and his death was not entirely unexpected. The body was taken to Nettle Ridge, in Calhoun county, Friday, where burial was made Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Services were held at the grave. Deceased is survived by his widow and two sons, R. G. Nrwell, of Apalachicola, and M. Newell, of Quincy, with whom he and Mrs. Newell made their home for several years.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, August 29, 1929]

J. R. Nicholson, prominent farmer, died last Saturday (March 11). Died of paralysis, Saturday morning at his home three miles this side of Havana after an illness of 5 weeks. Son of Archibald Nicholson. Lived and died on the old Archibald Nicholson homestead and "was" laid to rest in the old family cemetery there. He was 58 years old. Survived by widow, Eliza, sister of County Judge P. S. Thomson, 5 daughters and one son. Sisters: Mrs. W. W. Wilson of Quincy; Mrs. Emmett McGriff of Tallahassee; and Mrs. B. H. Hinson of Hinson. Brother Hugh Nicholson, near Quincy.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated March 14, 1918]

Death Calls Rev. T. J. Nixon at Bradenton
News of the death Tuesday night of Rev. T. J. Nixon, 73, at Bradenton was received with deep regret by relatives and friends in Gadsden county, where the aged minister was born and reared. Burial will be made in Madison this afternoon at 3 o'clock, services having been held yesterday in the Bradenton Methodist church. Rev. Nixon is survived by his widow, one brohter, D. L. Nixon, of Mt. Pleasant, three sons and two daughters, as well as by more distant kin. T. J. Davis, of Mt. Pleasant is a cousin. Entering the ministry in early youth, Rev. Nixon followed this noble called for nearly fifty years. Due to advanced age he was superannuated at the time of his death. Among those attending the burial at Madison today are: D. L. Nixon, Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Nixon and children, Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Nixon, Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Atwater, Miss Ola Nixon, D. L. Nixon, Dr. J. M. Nixon, of Panama City; D. L. Nixon, Jr., and family, of Amsterdam, Ga.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 7, 1929]

Mrs. A. M. Owens, 66, died at her home on East Washington street Saturday forenoon at 11:30 o'clock, after an illness that had kept her confined to her bed for three days, but which in reality dated back to five years ago, when she suffered a stroke that left her throat in a partially paralyzed condition. Burial was made Sunday afternoon at 5 o'clock in the Edwards cemetery seven miles west of Quincy. Services were held from the residence, conducted by Rev. W. ? Buhrman of the Methodist church, in the absence of Rev. R. T. Russell of the Baptist church. Mrs. Owens was a member of the Providence Baptist church and during her younger and more active life devoted a goodly part of her time toward the promotion of church activities. Mrs. Owens was the mother of five living children. They are L. (_) Owens, St. Joe; Mrs. R. C. Campbell of Tifton, Ga.; Mrs. Charles Phillips of Quincy; Loren Owens, Clearwater; and Mrs. J. F. Williams, city. All were present at the funeral Saturday. The father died September 1922. The deceased was a native of Gadsden county, where she spent her entire life and where she was widely known and highly respected. She was a motherly old lady whose heart beat in kindly sympathy for mankind and who came to the end of her earthly journey with the supreme confidence that the peace awaits the righteous awaited noble soul.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 25, 1924] (This is Ida V. [Mrs. Andrew M.] Owens, buried in the William Edwards Cemetery, born 9-30-1856, died 9-20-1923.)

Mrs. John Owens died at her home at Dogtown Tuesday afternoon (September 12), aged 80 years. Interment was made at Providence cemetery yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Funeral services were conducted at Providence church by Rev. J. S. Murray.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 14, 1916]

Mrs. L. M. Owens Died Sunday At Age of 63
Following an illness of nine months, Mrs. L. M. Owens died at her Dogtown home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. During the last two weeks of her illness she was confined to her bed and her children were summoned to be with her during her last hours. Mrs. Owens was born in North Carolina, coming to Gadsden county when a small girl, where she married and reared a family. Interment was made at Dogtown cemetery Monday at 11 o'clock in the presence of the family and a large number of sorrowing friends, following services at the Methodist church conducted by Rev. Burns, of Hinson. A deep and widespread grief is felt by the numerous friends and acquaintances of the deceased and her family, which only time will alleviate.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 8, 1925]

In Memoriam - Anna Lee Owens
Anna Lee Owens was the daughter of Thomas and Margaret A. Tucker. Her mother, after the death of her first husband, married Mr. Stokes. Sister Owens was born in Nash county, North Carolina, on May 30, 1863. She was married to Mr. Fayette Owens July 6, 1887, nearly thirty-nine years ago. Nine children were born to them, six of whom are now living. She joined the Methodist church when young and was ever true to its vows she assumed when she joined. The Lord, whom she loved, worshipped and faithfully served, took her home on October 4, 1925. She was a true wife, a loving and devoted mother, a good, hospitable neighbor, and highly esteemed by all who knew her. She deserved the love and felt secure in the confidence her husband and their children reposed in her. She was plain and positive, but kind and considerate in her speech. Upright and perfectly sincere, she knew nothing of haughtiness or insolent pride. With what vigorous hope and joy young love plans and labors through this checkered life to build, furnish and decorate for itself, and for all it holds dear, a quiet, peaceful home. Fruits and flowers, luxuries and music and willing service are laid under tribute to increase the happiness of life and enhance earthly pleasures and human bliss. But at last remorseless time destroys every pleasing prospect here. Fruits fail, flowers fade, and what once was is made to cease forever. Such seems to be our lot when mother leaves. -- S. N. Burns
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times October 15, 1925]

Mexie Parker Dies at Local Hospital
Mexie Parker, 20, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Parker, of Hardaway, died at the Gadsden County Hospital Monday, after an intermittent illness of about one month of influenza. He was brought to the hospital here several days before his death, when his condition became alarming, but grew gradually worse until the end came Monday. The young man was a junior in the Mt. Pleasant high school, where he was popular with both students and faculty, as he was with all who knew and appreciated the qualities of fine American manhood he possessed in such abundance. Burial was made in Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery Tuesday, with services being conducted at the grave by Rev. Wattenbarger, of River Junction. Surviving relatives are his parents, three brothers, Virgil and Charles, of Chattahoochee, and Winnifred, at home, as well as one sister, Mrs. Rex Turnage, of Norfolk, Va. Mr. and Mrs. Parker have the sincere sympathy of their many friends throughout the county in their bereavement.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 21, 1929]

Excerpted from Concord News: Mrs. Paterson of Amsterdam, GA, formerly of this place, was buried here Sunday morning. She was respected, honored, and loved wherever she lived.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times March 7, 1918] (Note by Angela Cassidy: Although the obituary does not provide Mrs. Paterson's given name, there was only one Mrs. Paterson in Concord, Georgia O. Johnson Paterson. She was the daughter of Thomas Carroll Johnson and Sarah Holland Mills Johnson. She was born February 22, 1850, and died March 2, 1918. She was survived by her husband, Donald Paterson, notary and Justice of the Peace, who died in 1935.)

Man Is Stricken When Called to Attend Funeral
Called to attend the funeral of his brother, H. L. Patterson, who passed away Tuesday night at his home in the Concord neighborhood, William M. Patterson, of Tallahassee, on Wednesday morning was stricken with a sudden heart attach and died. H. L. Patterson, aged 64 years, passed away after an illness of more than two years. He suffered a complication of ailments. He is survived by his wife; one son, Curtis Patterson, of West Palm Beach; two daughters, Miss Sarah Patterson, at home, and Mrs. Pennie Smith, of Gretna, and two sisters, Mrs. Katie Eubanks, of Havana, and Mrs. Lizzie Stevens, of Madison. The funeral and burial took place Wednesday afternoon at Concord. William M. Patterson was aged 61 years. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Robert and Earl Patterson, of Tallahassee, and a daughter, Mrs. Winnie Mae Brown, of Cordele, Ga. The funeral was held Thursday morning in Tallahassee, and the body taken to Madison for burial. The Pattersons were sons of the late Donald Patterson, a pioneer of Madison and Gadsden counties, each was born in the Concord neighborhood. Their father was very active for many years in agriculture and politics. They were brothers of the late Robert J. Patterson, a former county judge in Madison, and subsequently a state tax equalizer, by appointment of former Governor Sidney Catts. Each was born in Gadsden county, and H. L. Patterson spent his entire life in agricultural pursuits. William N. Patterson had resided in Tallahassee for several years, and had lived retired. The latter was a brother in law of A. N. and S. B. Hubbard, of Mt. Pleasant. The funerals and burials of the brothers were in charge of Arrington & Miller, undertakers, of Havana.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, February 22, 1934]

James W. Peacock Found Dead Monday at River Junction
With a bullet through his head, the dead body of James W. Peacock, 49, was found in a chair at his desk in the American Railway Express company office at River Junction Monday forenoon. The body was reclined backward, the arms limp at his side and on his adbomen rested a .38 calibre pistol with one exploded cartridge. A lighted cigarette on the desk beside the body indicated he had been dead only a short time when found. The body was discovered by J. P. Linton, railroad agent, who finding the office locked and the shades drawn, entered by use of a pass key. For the past sixteen years, Mr. Peacock had been in the employe of the express company as cashier, prior to which he was employed at the State hospital at Chattahoochee. He was a highly respected citizen of River Junction where he had lived for more than twenty years. Mr. Peacock is survived by one son and two daughters, his wife having died about a year and a half ago. Several brothers and sisters also survive. The body was taken to Altha, in Calhoun county, his former home, for burial Thursday afternoon.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 4, 1934]

Child Passes Away
Muriel Peacock, six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Peacock, died last Friday evening at the family home on North Roberts street. She was a victim of measles and pneumonia and had been ill for several days. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. M. Vines Sunday afternoon at 4:30, followed by burial in the Old Mt. Pleasant cemetary.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 21, 1934]

Two Liberty Co. Residents Killed
Two Liberty county men met death last week in unusual ways, one being killed by another man and the other being drowned. J. K. Peddie, living near Hosford, was shot and almost instantly killed by Albert Kyle, when the two men engaged in a dispute over some timber. The argument grew rather waxed and a fight began in which Peddie was shot. Kyle immediately surrendered to the sheriff of the county and admitted the killing, although he claimed self defense as the cause. A cornoner's jury was called Tuesday and the verdict of that body allowed Kyle to go free, deciding that the shooting was justifiable.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 4, 1929]

PERKINS BODY REACHES U.S.----Tampa Soldier's Father Receives News of Arrival----Word has been received by Chase H. Perkins, 2818 Jefferson Street. (Quincy, FL), that the body of his son, Clarence E. Perkins had arrived in New York city and was being held until notice of disposition had been sent the Graves Registration Service. Mr. Perkins has wired the authorities instructing them to ship the body to Tampa for interment. The deceased was mortally wounded Nov. 9, 1918 near Verdun, while engaged in action with the 324th infantry. Just two days later the armistice was signed. Turkey, as he was well and favorably known in this city, was at one time a valued employee of The Times having worked in the stereotype department. He left Jacksonville Aug. 15, 1918 for Camp Jackson, but was soon transferred to Camp Sevier where he was made cook of his outfit. Co. I, 324th Infantry. He was employed on the Jacksonville Metropolis about two years prior to enlisting in the armed forces. His regiment was a part of the famous Wildcat division which made a name for itself for aggressive fighting. No arrangements have been as yet, for his funeral, as it will be necessary to await instruction from New York as to the time of arrival of the body. He will be given complete military funeral by U. S. S. Tampa Post No. 5, The American Legion. The deceased is survived by his father and mother, by three sisters, Mrs. Burns Warfield, Misses Gertie and Ida May Perkins and one brother, Jewell Anthony Perkins.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, 1918]

Funeral Services Mrs. Peters Friday
Funeral services for Mrs. Ida Peters, 58, who died Wednesday morning, January 31, were held from her home in Gretna Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Services were conducted by Rev. Harper of the Church of Christ, Sneads. Interment was made in Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery. Mrs. Peters had lived in Gretna for several months, and had endeared herself to everyone who knew her, especially to young people and children, because of her sunny disposition.

She will be missed, but her friends and loved ones may be comforted by the thought that, though:
"A precious one from them is gone,
A voice they loved is still,
A place is vacant in their home,
Which never can be filled.
God, in His wisdom hath recalled,
The boon His loved had given,
But though her body slumbers here,
Her soul is safe in Heaven."

She was the widow of the late D. E. Peters, who passed away four years ago. Besides a host of relatives and friends, she leaves, to mourn her passing, ten children: Mrs. E. B. White and A. E. Peters, Quincy; Mrs. Guy Fordham and W. L. Peters, Tampa; S. L. Peters, Fort Myers; W. R. Peters, Greenville, Miss.; J. D. Peters, Memphis, Tenn.; C. B. Peters, Niceville; Harlan and Harold Peters, of Gretna.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, February 8, 1934]

W. J. Pierson is claimed by Death
William J. Pierson, aged 55 years, a well known farmer, died last Thursday night at his home just west of Quincy. Two weeks previously he had submitted to an operation for appendicitis at the Gadsden county hospital, and was regarded as getting along nicely. He was a native of Georgia, but had resided in Gadsden county a number of years. He leaves five children by a previous marriage, Mrs. W. H. Davidson, Mrs. G. P. Watts, Mrs. T. M. Dodd and Winona Pearl Pierson, all of Jacksonville, and G. R. Pierson, of Miami. He was married to Jessie Belle Pitts June 18, 1922, and there were four other children, William J., Jr., Harry Milton, J. Benjamin and Cleopatra. Funeral services were conducted Saturday evening at the Faircloth Funeral Home, Rev. W. M. Vines officiating. Burial was in Eastern cemetery.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 31, 1934]

Death John Pittman
This community was shocked and saddened by the death of John Pittman last Friday. Mr. Pittman was among the oldest residents of his community, being 81 years old the latter part of October. He had been in failing health for about five years. A few weeks ago he contracted influenza, which caused his death. He was laid to rest in Antioch cemetery Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. Oliver officiating. He is survieved by two brothers, J. E. Pittman and Ben Pittman; one sister, Mrs. Mary Ann Darsey; his wife, Mrs. Lizzie Pittman, and a step-daughter, Mrs. C. W. Blount.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, Wetumpka social news column, December 1, 1927]

In reporting the death last week of John A. Pittman the Sycamore correspondent omitted the name of Prof. J. W. Pittman as being a brother of the deceased. John A. Pittman was one of Gadsden county's oldest citizens and was well known throughout the county for his many sterling qualities. His entire life of eight-one years was spent on a farm in the Wetumpka settlement, where he applied himself dillgently to cultivation of the soil and the milling business. For several terms he served as a member of the board of county commissioners with credit to himself and to the county.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 8, 1927]

Mrs. O. W. Pittman, Sr., one of the oldest residents of this city, where she was born and reared and spent her entire life, died in an Atlanta hospital immediately following an operation Friday (June 9), at the age of 68 years. The body was brought to Quincy Saturday and interment was made in Eastern cemetery in the afternoon, funeral services being held at the grave by Rev. Burns of the Baptist church. The funeral was in charge of Funeral Director Ball.
Mrs. Pittman was the mother of eight children, five sons and three daughters, all of whom survive her. They are: J. C. and A. R. Pittman, of Waycross, Ga.; A. W. Pittman, of Americus, Ga.; C. G. Pittman, of Thomasville, Ga; R. F. Pittman, Mrs. H. L. Campbell, Mrs. F. A. McDaniel, all of Atlanta; Mrs. C. V. Pinson, of Quincy. All of the children were in attendance at the funeral of their mother.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 15, 1916]

Mrs. Poietevint Dies After Short Illness
Mrs. Lennie Bell Poitevint, 40, died at the Gadsden County Hospital Tuesday, following an operation. Mrs. Poietevint had been in ill health for some weeks, parmlelous malaria being in a large measure responsible for her death. Mrs. Poitevint was the mother of the following surviving children. Mrs. Charles Scandalis, Misses Imogene Augusta, Mary Ellinor Poitevint, city; Mrs. G. E. Ward, Tallahassee; Mrs. W. M. Campbell, Decatur county, Georgia. Her husband and five brothers and two sister also survive. Services were held fromt he home at 3:30 Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. C. W. White, of the Quincy Methodisit church, of which deceased was a member. Burial was made at Hannatown cemetery. Mrs. Poietevint was born in Decatur county, Georgia. She and her family moved to Gadsden county twelve years ago, where they have made their home. The passing of Mrs. Poitevint has brought deep seated grief to all who knew and appreciated the fine womanly qualities she possessed in each abundance. The sympathy of all is extended the family in their bereavement. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the N. J. Clark Funeral Home, of Quincy.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 4, 1929]

Death of Robert Potter, Former Gadsden Citizen
Greensboro, Feb. 18-- Saturday night the spirit of Robert Potter, one of this community's most beloved old men, was called home. "Uncle Bob," as he was familiarly known to all, had been confined to his home for some time, but during all the long weeks of his suffering he bore up patiently and showed a keen appreciation of the many kindnesses extended by loved ones and friends. Mr. Potter was born January 2, 1864, in western Florida and came to Gadsden county when a young man to make his home. In 1916 he was united in marriage with Miss Daisy Emanuel, of Decatur county, Georgia, and together they lived in Gadsden county for some time, later moving to Decatur county. The deceased is survived by a devoted wife and two brothers, M. P. Potter and C. B. Potter, both of Sycamore. Sunday afternoon the remains were laid to rest in Old Sycamore cemetery, funeral services being conducted by Rev. Thomas Williams, of Greensboro.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 27, 1924]

Death of a Little Girl
Tallahassee, July 21—On the night of July 26 at midnight Annie Lee Presnell, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Presnell, formerly of Gadsden county, died at the home of her parents.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, August 7, 1924]

S. J. Quarterman Passes Away at Advance Age 91
The ranks of the few remaining survivors of Confederate Civil War veterans were further thinned Sunday, when S. J. Quarterman passed away at his home on West King street, Quincy, at the age of 91. Mr. Quarterman had been in ill health for some time, death resulting from infirmities of advanced age. During the latter years of his life he lived alone in a cottage nearby that of a nephew, E. F. Quartreman, where he received every care and attention a devoted nephew and his wife could possible bestow. E. F. Quarterman and another nephew, S. R. Quarterman, of Savannah, Ga., are the only near surviving relatives. The late Rev. Quarterman, pastor of the local Presbyterian church for many years, was a brother. Services were conducted by Rev. D. J. Blackwell, of the Quincy Presbyterian church, and burial was made in the Eastern cemetery Monday forenoon at 10 o'clock. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the N. J. Clark Funeral Home.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929]

Mrs. Elizabeth G. Reddick, 79, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. H. Jernigan, at 3 o'clock Friday morning, where she and her husband were on a visit. The remains were taken to her home in Freeport Friday afternoon, where interment was made Saturday afternoon, after services at the grave, Rev. Revels, of Bristol, officiating. Mrs. Reddick is survived by her husband, Capt. W. H. Reddick, who is crippled and has been blind for the past twelve years; daughters Mrs. C. P. McDonald, Foxworth, Miss.; Mrs. J. C. Grace, McRae, Ga.; Mrs. Claude Williams, Mobile, Ala.; Mrs. E. H. Jernigan, Quincy; sons, William O'Neal, Valparaiso; L. M. O'Neal, Ponce de Leon; John H. Reddick, Houston, Texas; W. H. Reddick, River Junction. During the illness of Mrs. Reddick in Quincy her sister, Mrs. A. E. bowers, of DeFuniak Springs, was with her as nurse and her sons, L. M. O'Neal and J. H. Reddick and W. H. Reddick were with her during her last illness.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 17, 1924]

Samuel Revels Succumbs to Attack of Typhoid
Samuel Revels, 23, died at the local hospital Friday, following an extended illness of typhoid fever. The body was taken to his former home at Sopchoppy for burial. Mr. Revels was an employee of the McRae Lumber and Manufacturing Co., south of Quincy. He is survived by a widow and one child.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 17, 1927]

Victim of Axe Passes Away at Quincy Hospital
M. C. Rich, of Telogia, Is Terribly Butchered in Liberty County Conflict
M. C. Rich, aged 68 years, of Telogia, Liberty county, died Tuesday afternoon at the Gadsden county hospital of injuries he suffered last Saturday night when he is reported to have been terribly butchered with an axe in the hands of William Gray Brown, also of Telogia. Brown is held in the Liberty county jail at Bristol, to which place he was taken by Sheriff Chestang some time after the alleged attack took place, and doubtless will now face murder charges.

Rich was laid open across the chest by gashes from the axe, and his heart and lungs were exposed. The left collarbone was cut through, four ribs completely severed, muscles in his left arm and chest gashed through. The alleged attack occurred Saturday night about 9 o'clock, but the patient did not reach the hospital in Quincy until about two and a half hours later. Several blood transfusions were made, but the victim developed pneumonia Monday night and passed away Tuesday morning about 4 o'clock.

It is reported that bad blood had existed between the two men for some time. It is claimed that Brown once faced a murder charge in Liberty county, for alleged complicity in the killing of Oakley Russell. He was acquitted by the trial jury, however. In that case it is said Rich appeared as a state's witness, hence the engendering of ill feeling between the men.

Rich was a native of Georgia, but had lived in Liberty county for some time. He is survived by his wife and several children, as well as other relatives.

The body was turned over to the Faircloth Funeral Home and on Wednesday taken to Telogia, where the funeral and burial took place.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 31, 1934]

Saturday afternoon at 5:15 C. H. Richards passed into the Great Beyond, after having spent nearly seven years in bed with rheumatism. A month or two ago he began to grow weaker until the time of his death. Mr. Richards lacked only 4 months of being 60 years old. He was a member of the Baptist church. He was the father of 11 children; his oldest child died last April and his youngest child a few years ago. Mr. Richards is survived by widow and the following named children: Mrs. J. C. Crawley, Boston, Ga.; Allen and Elborn Richards, Georgia; Mark, Nora, Hentz, Van, Ettie, Billie and Minnie Ola, at home. The following sisters and brothers survive; Mrs. J. E. Dean, MRs. W. F. Dean, Mrs. D. H. Anderson, of community; Mrs. A. C. Bratcher, Pine Castle; Mrs. D. L. Ferrell, Greensboro; W. B. Richards, Chattahoochee, and four grandchildren, together with hosts of other relatives and friends. All the near relatives were present for the burial service, except one sister, Mrs. Bratcher. Burial services took place Sunday afternoon in the cemetery here at 4:30. nearer My God to Thee was the only hymn rendered in the funeral service. A large gathering withnessed the burying of the departed one.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 5, 1927, excerpted from the Juniper News column]

Henry Marion Rogers is Claimed by Death
Henry Marion Rogers, aged 14 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rogers, died of pneumonia Monday at the family home in the Smyrna community. His father is the well known superintendent of the Smyrna Sabbath school. Funeral services were conducted from the church Tuesday, Rev. C. L. Wattenbarger, of the Baptist church, officiating. Young Rogers was a member of the church. The church building was not large enough to accomodate the large crowd present for the services. Besides his parents, he is survived by four sister, Misses Norma, Almena and Karol Rogers, and Mrs. Elra Williams, and one brother, Sam Rogers, of Chattahoochee.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, March 1, 1934]

Death of Mrs. T. F. Ronk in Quincy Saturday P.M.
Mrs. T. F. Ronk, 70 years of age, August 20, last, mother of Mrs. W. P. Buhrman, passed away from this life suddenly at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon, November 1, at the Methodist parsonage. Mrs. Ronk was born and reared in Indiana. She had been living here for the past two months with her daughter, Mrs. Buhrman, who is the wife of the Methodist preacher of Quincy. Though not very strong, Mrs. Ronk was apparently in her usual health with the exception of a cold, and her death, therefore, was a very severe shock to her loved ones. She was a good woman, and in the days of her more active life she practiced the Christian virtues of helpfulness and kindness with a generous spirit that won the confidence of all in the genuineness of her righteousness. By virtue of her sterling qualities she had made for herself, in her quiet way, an unusually large host of friends. In her girlhood she gave her heart to Jesus Christ, joined the church, and gave evidence of abiding true and loyal to the end. According to a paper prepared by her some months ago for her children's eyes after her death, she had chosen for her life's motto: "Not the interest of myself but the interest of others." Several years ago her husband preceded her to the better land. There remain her brother and her sister and of children living, Mrs. W. P. Buhrman, Quincy; W. S. Ronk, Fresno, Calif.; Mrs. R. W. Lookabill, Mrs. L. B. Lookabill, and Morton Ronk, Indianapolis, Ind. The many kindnesses shown by the Quincy people in the time of bereavement could not have been greater, even if she had been one of them for years. No kinder nor gentler nor more loving hands ever ministered in acts of preparation and last rites than did so in her case. Had she been conscious of it all, she could have had no other feeling than that of being among those who claimed her for their very own. A very simple service was conducted here at the parsonage, just before the departure for the North by Rev. W. H. McLeod of appropriate Scripture reading, prayer and song. A beautiful and comforting solo was rendered by Mr. Jeff Wall, entitled "Good Night and Good Morning." Mrs. Buhrman took the body to Indianapolis, arriving there Monday noon. On Tuesday, November 4, 1924, at 10:30 a.m., Mrs. T. F. Ronk was laid to rest by the side of her husband in the cemetery at New Ross, Indiana.
[This article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, November 6, 1924]

Death Mrs. E. J. Rudd
After a week's illness, Mrs. E. J. Rudd died Saturday afternoon about 5:45. All the children were present but one, Elmer Rudd, of Pocatello, Idaho. Mrs. Rudd was the mother of ten living children and one dead. The living children are Mrs. Webster Suber, of Jacksonville; Mrs. Guye Rudd, of community; Mrs. Robert Sundburg, Misses Opal and Lois Rudd, of Jacksonville; Sharod, Misses Somona, Louise and bernice Rudd, of Community; Elmer Rudd, of Pocatello, Idaho. There are seven grandchildren. Mrs. Rudd was of the Mormon denomination, but often attended services at the church here. Burial services took place Sunday afternoon, Rev. J. E. Dupree conducting the funeral services.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 12, 1927, excerpted from the Providence News column]

DEATH OF ISHAM K. RUSS. On May 19th Isham K. Russ, second son of Mr. and Mrs. I. A. Russ, of Aspalaga, after a short illness of ten or twelve days, succumbed to an attack of pneumonia. He was buried at Smyrna Presbyterian church the day following by Rev. N. G. Stevens. The large gathering of sympathetic relatives and friends from Freeport, Grand Ridge, Chattahoochee, River Junction, and vicinity testified to both the popularity of Isham and the bereaved parents. He leaves to mourn his death a father and mother, one brother, three sisters, and a hos of relatives and friends.--N. G. Stevens.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 31, 1917]

From "Havana Items"------The aged mother of J. H. Sappington died at his residence here Thursday night (March 9) after a lingering illness and was buried at Old Salem Cemetery. O. P. Dugger, Lee Arrington, J. W. Shelfer and H. L. Atkinson served as pall bearers.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated March 16, 1922]
(Note: Fannie E. Sappington, 1854-1922, no stone, just a funeral home marker in Old Salem Cemetery)

Tom Scandalis Dies Sun. After Prolonged Illness
Tom Scandalis, 44, died last week at the State Hospital at Chattahoochee, where he had been ill for some time. Deceased was a brother of Charles Scandalis, proprietor of the B & B Cafe in Quincy, which he opened in 1912. Burial was made in the Eastern cemetery Tuesday afternoon, with the N. J. Clark Funeral Home directing, following services at the Episcopal church in Quincy, conducted by Rev. E. M. Claytor.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 15, 1929]

Former Quincy Resident Dies at Avon Park Sunday
George Schumaker, 47, died at his Avon Park home Saturday, August 27, according to reports reaching here. Mr. Schmaker formerly resided in Quincy, where he was superintendent for the W. P. Kennedy Construction company while engaged in street paving. He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Mrs. Holt Crowell, of Jacksonville. Burial was made at Avon Park Sunday.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, August 8, 1929]

Charles F. Sessons Dies as Result of Injuries Sustained While Diving
Charles F. Sessons, 22, died at the Gadsden County Hospital Tuesday night as a result of a spinal and brain injury sustained nine days previous when he dived into a swimming pool near Havana. The young man was brought to the hospital two days following the accident with his body completely paralyzed and failed to respond to the medical treatment. Sessons was an employee of the Town of Havana and an undertaker from there took the body back for burial yesterday.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 16, 1927]

In Memoriam - George Emmett Sessom
George Emmett Sessom was the son of David and Eliza Sessom, and was born in Gadsden county, Florida, nearly sixty-seven years ago. His father and mother having died when he was a small boy, an uncle, George Mills, took him and raised him. His mother was a sister of John Mills, who was the father of William and Woody Mills, and their sisters. Brother Sessom married Miss Joyner near Havana. She died when their children were small. He united with the Baptist church. Among all who knew him, he had a good name, which is "rather to be chosen than great riches." A quiet, unobtrusive man, he never meddled with other men's affairs, and never intentionally did any one a wrong. He loved his children and was a good citizen. He was ill some time prior to his death. On the morning of July 4, 19027, he was called away very suddenly and leaves two sons, George and Lamar Sessoms.
S. N. Burns.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 14, 1927]

Death Takes B. F. Shaw at Tallahassee Home
Benjamin F. Shaw, who as former deputy internal revenue collector was well known here, died at this home in Tallahassee of a heart attak Tuesday evening while seated in his home. He was 62 years old. Until recently he was transfer man for the State Prison Bureau. He is survived by a widow and four daughters. Funeral services were held from the First Baptist church in Tallahassee Wednesday afternoon. Burial was in charge of the Masonic order.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 11, 1934]

E. B. Shelfer, Sr. Dies Here After Long Career
76 Year Old Business Man was Pioneer Merchant of Quincy; Built Some of City's Modern Buildings.
Photo Elbert B. (Elbert Benjamin) Shelfer, 76, died quietly at home Sunday morning (February 7, 1943) at 2 o'clock. Funeral services were held Monday at 11 o'clock at Centenary Methodist Church at Quincy. The pastor Rev S. A. Wilson, officiated, Rev. Earnest Quarterman, pastor of the Havana Presbyterian Church, and an old friend of Mr. Shelfer, assisted. The church was filled to capacity with Mr. Shelfer's friends and the alter and bier were banked with flowers. The church choir sang "Old Rugged Cross," and "Son of My Soul". "A Charge to Keep I Have" was played on the chimes which Mr. Shelfer gave to the Church several years ago in memory of his mother. Burial was in the Eastern cemetery. Mr. Shelfer was one of the best loved residents of the county. He was born near Havana in 1867 and had always taken a great interest in civic and church affairs. He was influential politically although he never took an active part in politics. In August, 1942, he celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of his business as a Quincy merchant. His store was in what was then known as the Dismukes building. The building included warehouse rooms and cotton platforms extended from the corner of Madison and Washington sts. to where the Bell and Bates hardware store is now located. In 1892 there were no paved streets in Quincy, no running water, no telephones, radios or automobiles. The Dismukes block was considered the most modern because it had board walks. There were three other mercantile establishments in town at that time, the A. L. Wilson Co., T. S. Stearns and Bros, and what later became the Love and Hearin store. Mr. Shelfer retired from the mercantile business in 1928 and opened a business office on Washington St. from which he acted as overseer of his several plantations in which he had placed the active management in the hands of his sons. He also engaged in limited sales of fertilizers and insecticides. Mr. Shelfer was the kind of man everyone felt free to go to for advice, information and just plain reminiscing. He had a retentive and very eager mind and was always willing to share his information with those who asked for it. He was originally a member of the Presbyterian Church but later to unite with his family in Centenary Methodist Church. He held a life membership in the Quincy Masonic Lodge and was also a member of the Elks Lodge and Woodman of the World. He was director of the Quincy State Bank and Havana State Bank. Mr. Shelfer is survived by his widow, Lucy Bates Shelfer, three sons, Staff Sgt. Elbert, Jr., stationed at Camp Beauregard, La., Jeff B., of Quincy, and Lt. Marcus, with the Army Air Corps at Fort Myers, Fla; a sister, Mrs. J. S. Harris, of Havana, and two brothers, C. B., Havana, and A. O., of Quincy. Pallbearers were John Curry, George Munroe, A. L. Wilson, Edward Woodbery, W. D. Doss, Marvin Miller, Conrad Harrell and William DeCosta. Butler-Morgan Funeral Home was in charge.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 1943] (Submitted by Barbara Boynton)

Mr. H. M. (Henry Mitchell) Shelfer died at the home of his son, A. J. (Andrew J. "Drew") Shelfer, near Attapulgus early Monday morning (April 2, 1917), after an illness that had kept him confined to his bed for some weeks. He was aged 85 years. Mr. Shelfer was one of the oldest and most respected citizens of Gadsden county and was the last of his family to pass away. He was an uncle of Messrs. E. B. (Elbert Benjamin) Shelfer, W. E. (Wiley Eustace) Shelfer and J. E. (Joseph Edward) Shelfer of this city and of P. W. (Perry Wallace) Shelfer of Havana. Interment was made at the Shelfer Cemetery near Havana Tuesday forenoon at 10 o'clock, after services at the grave. The deceased was the father of three sons and one daughter living. They are J. W. (James W.) Shelfer of Havana, N. H. (Nathan Henry "Nate") and A. J. (Andrew J. "Drew") Shelfer of Attapulgus and Mrs. B. F. (Sarah Celeste) Wilson of Attapulgus. The passing away of Mr. Shelfer removes one of Gadsden County's landmarks and a man who during the long years of his life lead a noble and exemplary life.
From the Gadsden County Times, April 15, 1917 Issue.
[Note by Angela Cassidy: Son of Nathan Henry Shelfer and Nancy Womack, husband of Eliza Green Wilson. He was a Civil War veteran.]

Mrs. E. B. Shelfer Dies Suddenly at Home In Quincy
Photo Mrs. E. B. (Elbert Benjamin) Shelfer, 67, wife of the late E. B. Shelfer, Gadsden county mercantile pioneer, died suddenly Tuesday afternoon (February 3, 1948) at her home in Quincy. She was born in Mt. Pleasant, Fla, March 15, 1881, and married Mr. Shelfer at Quincy in 1905. Mrs. Shelfer was a long-time social and religious worker throughout Gadsden county and the area, and a charter member of the Quincy King's Daughters. She is survived by three sons, Marcus, Jeff and Elbert; one sister, Mrs. L. E. Rigsby; and two brothers, M. B. Bates, Sr., and George Bates; and a granddaughter, Betty Ann Shelfer, all of Quincy. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning in Centenary Methodist Church with the Rev. Milton Wyatt and Rev. E. F. Quarterman officiating. Burial was in Eastern Cemetery at Quincy with Butler Morgan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
[Obituary courtesy of The Havana Herald, February 1948]

In Memoriam
Photo The death of Capt. W. H. Shelfer which occurred at the home of his son, Mr. E. B. Shelfer in this city last Wednesday afternoon (October 12, 1910) at five o'clock from paralysis, has caused much sorrow throughout Gadsden county. Captain Shelfer was Confederate soldier, having served in Scott's batallion and also under General John Dickerson. He was in the Battle of Olustee and many other important engagements in this state. He was a brave soldier and answered always the call of his country, both in peace and war. Captain Shelfer was born near Havana in 1832 and was among the oldest inhabitants of Gadsden County, having lived within its borders all the days of his life, and up to the time of his death was greatly interested in every movement that was for the benefit of its people. He was a charter member of the Concord Masonic Lodge, one of the oldest lodges in the state, and was held in high esteem by all members of the Masonic fraternity. He was stricken with paralysis on Monday night, from which he never rallied and passed away Wednesday afternoon at five o'clock surrounded by the members of his family, who have the deepest sympathy of the entire community over their irreparable loss. Capt. Shelfer leaves a wife (Zella Floyd) and five children: Messrs. E. B. (Elbert Benjamin), C. B. (Charles Boatman), and A. O. (Alexander Oliver) Shelfer, Mrs. Annie McManns (McManus) and Mrs. J. S. (Cliffie) Harris, all of whom are now grown and among the most prominent citizens of Quincy and Gadsden County. Capt. Shelfer was laid to rest in the family burying ground (Shelfer Cemetery) Thursday morning near Havana, and in sight of the old Shelfer homestead, a large concourse of friends and relatives being present at the last sad rites.
[Source: unknown Quincy paper prior to The Gadsden County Times.] (Submitted by Barbara Boynton with this note: Newspaper clipping in the Bible of the James S. Harris family.)

Child Dies Eight Days after Mother
Betty Ruth Shepard, aged two and a half years, died early Monday morning at the home of her father, O. D. Shepard, near Greensboro. She was a victim of pneumonia and passed away eight days after the death of her mother. Besides her father, she is survived by two brothers, aged six and eight years. The funeral and burial occurred at Sycamore Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 7, 1934]

Mrs. Shepard Dies
Mrs. Dewey Shepard, aged about 30, died Wednesday night at the Gadsden county hospital. The body was taken in charge by the Faircloth Funeral Home, but funeral arrangements have not been completed. Mrs. Shepard resided with her husband on a farm in the Greensboro neighborhood. [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 24, 1934]

Beloved Quincy Woman is Dead. A beautiful life drew to its close when on Saturday morning, April 12th, the spirit of Mrs. Elizabeth McDearmid Shepard turned again home. She was born in Erwin County, Georgia, March 3rd, 1844 and came to Florida when but a little girl of four years of age, since which time she has resided in Gadsden county. Her family located in the southwestern part of the county and were prominent in the affairs of the neighborhood, highly respected and beloved. She married Elijah Shepard and together they made a charming home in the country where their friends and neighbors gathered to enjoy the hospitality and warmth afforded only in such homes. Left a widow forty-seven years ago, Mrs. Shepard remained at the old homestead until her children were grown and educated and several years ago came to Quincy to live with her four grandchildren that had been left motherless by the death of her oldest daughter [Lilla Shepard Hall married to O. B. Hall]. To these she gave the same loving care and patient service that she had given her own. She was fully repaid for to them she was their all in all and they gave to her a world of love and later in life they showed their gratitude and loyalty by an earnest desire to please and listen to her in all things. After these children had grown up to take prominent places in the business and social life of this city, Mrs. Shepard lived with her widowed daughter, Mrs. Ettie S. Martin, where she was residing at the time of her death. Funeral services were held at this home and were in charge of Dr. W. M. Vines of the Baptist Church. Mrs. Shepard having been a member of that faith since a girl of sixteen. His remarks were both appropriate and impressive. Mrs. J. D. Vriese, Mrs. R. J. Love, Mrs. L. L. Willis, and Mrs. W. D. Mayo composed a quartet which rendered two songs, Rock of Ages and Some Day We Will Understand. The funeral arrangements were in charge of N. J. Clark, Pallbearers were A. L. Hinson, Y. L. Watson, L. L. Willis, E. F. Quarterman, F. H. May, E. B. Woodbery, interment being made at the Eastern Cemetery. A silent tribute of love and esteem was paid to the deceased in the many beautiful flowers that were arranged and sent by loving friends and neighbors. Mrs. Shepard has lived in and around Quincy for the past eighty years, a daily inspiration to those who know her best. Hers was one of those lives, which like the stars simply pour upon us the steady light of their pure and faithful being, and out of which we gather calm and courage. She knew no divided loyalties, single-minded devotion to duty, with not thought of self, guided each day, and as she moved quietly along her way, she radiated to others, something of the sweet serenity of her own soul. She was the friend of little children of those who sorrowed, and of those who suffered, and her gifts of loving service and sympathy and kindly cheer were above rubies. She loved flowers, and growing things, and the seasons, as they came and went, and her joy in them she imparted to others, making them feel with her that the world was good and beautiful, and life worth living. Hers was a full and faithful life, passed practically within the radius of her own home, yet few have touched a wider circle through the sheer force of Christian living. Those left behind to mourn her loss besides her own daughter, are her grandchildren, mrs. Geo. B. Gregory, Elwood Hall, Guy Hall of Inverness, Fla., G. I. Martin of Tallahassee, Malcolm Martin of Nashville Tenn., Mrs. L. M. Lindsey of Brigantine, N. J.. Her great-grandchildren are: Fay Hall, Ruby, Robert, Frances and Warren Lester, Betty and Bruce Lindsay, George and Lewis Gregory and Newell Martin. She is also survived by one brother, Mr. J. S. McDearmid of this city.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 12, 1930] (Submitted by Lawson Miller Smith)

After many weary weeks of suffering Henry L. Shepard, one of Gadsden county's finest citizens, a native son of strong and noble type, passed away at his home in Mount Pleasant about 2 o'clock Tuesday morning surrounded by wife and children and devoted friends. When the news of his death became known there as deep and unaffected sorrow, not only in his home town but in Quincy and other sections, of he as widely known in all parts of Gadsden county and no citizen was honored and respected more.

His funeral occurred on Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. G. P. Hendry officiating, and interment was made in the family burial ground at New Center, about six miles from Mount Pleasant. A large concourse of friends and neighbors were present to do honor to his memory, including all the county officails from Quincy and a number of others living here who had been long acquainted with the deceased. All the county offices in the court house were closed during the hour of the funeral.

Mr. Shepard was born at New Center, Gadsden county, and had spent practically his entire life in the county of his birht. He was in the seventy-third year of his age at the time of his death. He taught school for a period during his young manhood and for about eighteen years he was the tax assessor of Gadsden county, finally declining to again be a candidate and was succeeded by S. W. Carman who now holds the office. After leaving the assessor's office Mr. Shepard retired to his farm in the suburbs of Mount Pleasant and liver there until his death.

He is survived by his widow, a lady originally from Alabama, and four sons, Jack and Tom, now living in South Florida, Isaac, a youth, living at home in Mt. Pleasant, and George, an engineer on the Seaboard, also four daughters, Miss Olga Shepard, of Quincy, Misses Kitty and May Shepard, of Mt. Pleasant, and Mrs. Hazel Overhultz, of Medicine Hat, Canada. There are quite a number of other relatives living in various parts of the country.

Mr. Shepard was a man of strong and rugged charactrer, brusque sincere and invincibly honest. These were his characteristics from boyhood up and dominating them all were hat his friends call the kindest heart that ever beat. No man in Gadsden coungy was ever more charitable according to his means, and while he may have been abrupt in speech at times when his aid was sought his hand was ever ready with relief for those who needed it.

He was a member of the Methodist church and he lived a long life of practical Christianity, doing good to others. It is doubtful if any man ever died in Gadsden county more generally regretted or who left behind him a memory fragrant with more good deeds.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 17, 1924]

Death of Little Girl at Hardaway Monday
Hardaway, Dec. 17--After several days' illness, Lillie Thelma, baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Shepard, of Hardaway, died Monday. Tuesday evening funeral services were conducted by Rev. F. M. Wells in Providence church, and the remains laid to rest in the cemetery just outside. While it is an occasion for bereavement, it is also a time to thank God for the love of the little one for the brief period of one year, two months, and twelve days, and for all of the elder children He has loaned to the parents for longer periods, for they are all God's children, with other endowments. After looking to God for more lifht and comfort in this time of trouble, the parents take this method to thank all who came to their assistance in the sickness and death of Lillie Thelma. [Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, December 18, 1924]

Mrs. Shepard Dies
Mrs. Sarah Ann Shepard, better known as Aunt Sally, died Thursday evening about 8:20, after a few weeks' illness. Had Aunt Sally lived four months more she would have been 90 years old. She and her daughter, Tennie, were living together. Three daughters, Mrs. Ben Flournoy, of Antioch, Mrs. Lockwood, of Jacksonville, and Tennie, at home here, a brother in Alabama, a number of grand children, great grand chidren, great great grandchildren, a number of other relatives and friends survive her. Aunt Sally was a member of the church here. Funeral and burial took place Friday afternoon at the local church and cemetary. Rev. J. E. DuPress was in charge of the funeral services and Mrs. DuPree was in charge of the music. The songs "Nearer My God to Thee" and "Safe in the Arms of Jesus" were rendered. Many beautiful flowers were placed on the grave by loving hands. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Shepard lived near Aunt Sally and Tennie and attended to their needs when necessary.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, Providence News column, July 11, 1929]

Young Mother is Buried at Sycamore
Funeral services for Mrs. O. D. Shepard, aged 28 years, who died last Wednesday evening at the Gadsden county hospital, where several days before she had submitted to an operation for appendicitis, were held Friday afternoon at the Old Sycamore Methodist church, Rev. J. E. Dodd, of the Baptist church, officiating. Burial was in the churchyard cemetery. Besides her husband, she is survived by her father, J. H. Goodson; four brothers, S. M. Goodson, of Greensboro; Harmon Goodson, of St. Petersburg; Ellis Goodson, of Miami, and Clayton Goodson, of Havana, and four sisters, Mrs. Lollie Pierce, of Miami; Mrs. James F. Shepard, of Sycamore; Mrs. Charles H. Chester, of Greensboro, and Mrs. Oscar Jay of Miami. She also leaves three small children. The deceased resided with her husband and children on a farm in the Greensboro neighborhood.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 31, 1934]

Life Long Resident of Quincy Dies Wed.
Mrs. W. F. Skipper, a life long resident of Quincy and Gadsden county, answered the call of the Supreme Ruler yesterday morning when she passed away at her home in Quincy after a lingering illness of more than two years. Death came at 3:10 a. m. Mrs. Skipper at the time of her death was 64 years old and since her birth in Quincy had made that city her home. During her life time she had made a great following of friends who sorrow at her passing. The deceased woman leaves three children, Robert, Cecil and Doris, and four sisters and two brothers. Her sisters are Miss Sallie and Miss Julia Gee, of Quincy, Miss Mattie J. Gee, of Tampa, and Mrs. Miles Womack, of Havana. Her brothers are Mr. R. H. Gee, of Quincy, and Mr. J. S. Gee of Tampa. Mrs. Skipper had for many years been a devout member of the Methodist church and was always a willing servant to her church and its interests. Interment was made Wednesday afternoon in the Eastern cemetery in Quincy with Rev. C. W. White of the Methodist church officiating. The funeral arrangements were in charge of Mr. O. C. Musgrove of the Clark Funeral Home.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 30, 1929]
[Note by Angela Cassidy: This is Willie Elizabeth Gee, born December 2, 1863, died May 29, 1929]

Lightning Kills Negro and Mule
Victim Engaged in Stacking Hay When Bolt Strikes at Hardaway
Lightning late last Thursday afternoon claimed the life of Dave Slater, aged 26, negro employed by A. H. Campbell on his plantation at Hardaway. The negro was engaged in stacking hay when the bolt struck. One mule was also instantly killed by the bolt. Slater was married.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 31, 1934]

S. J. SLAPPEY DIES AT THE AGE OF 77 YEARS
[This article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times newspaper, November 30, 1916] More, in a subsequent issue.....
FUNERAL OF S. J. SLAPPEY
The funeral of S. J. Slappey was held on last Thursay afternoon, burial being made in the Eastern cemetery at 3 o'clock. Services were held at the home of the deceased's daughter, Mrs. D. C. Hudson, conducted by Rev. Blackwell of the Presbyterian church, Rev. Burns of the Baptist church, and Rev. Dutill of the Methodist church. All of the children of Mr. Slappey were present with the exception of one ddaughter. Numerous beautiful floral offerings given by friends of the deceased man and his family decorated the last resting place of the venerable gentleman.
[This article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times newspaper, December 7, 1916]

Youth Meets Tragic Death Saturday A. M.
Almost Instantly Killed When Thrown From Truck Enroute to Quincy With Vegetables
Thrown from a moving automobile truck, Alexander Smith, 14, was almost instantly killed Saturday morning about 8:30 two miles west of Quincy on the old Chattahoochee road. The youth had his skull fractured, his jaw crushed and his neck may have been broken when hurled from the truck on which he was riding. The lad was a son of Mr. and Mrs. William Smith, who live on the Mahaffey plantation of the Max Wedeles Tobacco company, seven miles west of town. The truck was loaded with vegetables for the Quincy market and was driven by Walter Smith, an older brother, when the accident that brought such sudden and tragic death to the little boy occurred. He was in the act of adjusting a crate of vegetables from falling off when he was hurled violently to the ground and expired a few minutes later, without speaking. The body of Alexander was taken to Slyvania, Ga., former home of the Smiths, Sunday where burial was made at 11 a. m.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, June 9, 1927]

Mrs. B. F. Smith Dies Here Saturday Night
Mrs. B. F. Smith died at her home in this city Saturday night after a long illness. A member of the Presbyterian church, she was of a very pleasant disposition and was devoted to her home and she was greatly beloved by a large circle of admiring and loving friends. The services were held from the Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon with Rev. D. J. Blackwell officiaiting. The interment was made in the Eastern cemetery. Mrs. Smith was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brooker Thomas of Gadsden county and the sister of Paul Thomas, well known business man of this city. She was fifty five years of age at the time of her death. Besides the above mentioned relatives she leaves her husband, five children and two sisters to mourn her passing. Her children are Mrs. Mary Duncan, of Atlanta, Ga., Misses Helen, Lois and Gertrude Smith, of this city, and Ben Smith, Jr. One of her sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Ball, resides in DeFuniak Springs, while the other, Mrs. A. J. ingram, lives in Fowlstown.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 16, 1929]

In Memoriam
Bertie Mignon Smith was born in Gadsden county January 31, 1884, and departed this life March 30, 1925. In March, 1904, she was united in marriage to J. J. Pyle. A great sufferer from heart disease for several years, and confined to her bed for six weeks, her death was not unexpected, yet her condition was much improved for a few days preceding her death and relatives and friends were shocked to learn that she had passed early Monday morning at her home in Carrabelle. Interment was made late Tuesday evening in the cemetery at Carrabelle, Rev. Eads of the Methodist church officiating. The many beautiful flowers gave silent testimony to the esteem in which she was held. Early in life she united with the Baptist church, and none who came in contact with her ever doubted that she was loyal to her Lord. Gentle and good always, a faithful friend to all who needed her friendship, she practiced the Golden Rule, always doing to others as she would be done by. She possessed patience and fortitude rarely seen, accepting her affliction and suffering without a murmur of complaint, realizing she was led by One who never makes a mistake. Death is always sad, but i nthe beautiful springtime when all nature is rejoicing in new life, it seems even more sad. But we love to think that in the beautiful place to which she has gone, it will always be springtime; that the chilling winds of winter and the storms of summer never can reach that peaceful shore. Besides her husband she leaves behind to mourn their loss the following brothers and sisters, all of this county: L. B., M. N., W. L., and G. H. smith, Mrs. B. A. Tolar, Mrs. M. A. rowan, Mrs. tilden Shepard and Mrs. G. W. Rowan. Though there is an ache in our hearts at the separation, we know she was ready to go, and some sweet day may we all be reunited up yonder "in our Father's house." --- One who loved her.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 9, 1925]

Negro Dies From Gunshot Wound
Eugene Smith, 45, died Tuesday night from a pistol wound inflicted by Joe White, 25, Sunday night five mile west of Quincy. They are negroes, and the trouble is supposed to have arisen over a bottle of whiskey in the possession of White. Smith is said to have taken a bottle from the coat pocket of White in a playful manner, which angered White who without further words shot Smith, the ball from his pistol striking a vital spot of the body. White made his escape and his whereabouts have not yet been learned at the sheriff's office. Justice W. B. Greer held an inquest over the body of Smith and the jury returned a verdict that he came to his death through a gunshot wound inflicted by Joe White.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 22, 1927]

Henry Smith Is Taken By Death
Henry Smith, aged 76 years, a well known farmer in the Flat Creek Section, died last Sunday night at his home. He had been in failing health for some time. His wife died about two years ago. He is survived by two sons, Edward and William Smith, both of Gadsden county, and three daughters, Mrs. T. H. Shepard, also of Gadsden county, Mrs. Eldridge Hare, who resides in Alabama, and another married daughter, also of Alabama. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Old Sycamore church, Rev. Charles Wattenbarger, of the Chattahoochee Baptist church, officiating. Burial was made in the churchyard cemetery.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 17, 1934]

John R. Smith died at his Gretna home last Thursday, aged 70. Survived by wife and children. Remains laid to rest in Sunny Dell cemetery at Gretna Friday morning. Services at grave by Rev. N. W. Stephens of the Presbyterian church.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 13, 1918]

Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. J. Smith deeply sympathize with them over the death of their 16-months-old baby daughter, Kate McNair Smith, who died at their home near Quincy early Wednesday moringing of last week after a week's illiness of colitis. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. W.A. Burns and Rev. H.A. Love. After the services the little body accompanied by numerous friends of the family, was taken\ to Hinson, where interment was made in the family burial lot.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, January 10, 1924]

Death Lindsey Smith
Several from here attended the funeral service of Lindsey Smith Thursday at Flat Creek. Mr. Smith was well thought of by all who knew him. He was a loving father and a faithful husband. He was first united in marriage with Lilla Tolar, who passed away several years ago, leaving four children. Later he married Alma Fletcher, and leaves a wife and five children to mourn their loss, besides others who are closely related. He was laid to rest in the Flat Creek cemetery on Thursday afternoon, September 30. Rev. S. T. Matthews, of Quincy, conducted the funeral services. His death leaves a vacancy in his home, which can never be filled.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 6, 1927]

Following a stroke of apoplexy, the third she suffered in three weeks, Mrs. M. E. Smith, 79, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. A. Edwards, on West King Street, at 2:30 Saturday morning (September 18). Burial was made in the Eastern cemetery Saturday afternoon at 5 o'clock, with services conducted at the grave by Rev. F. J. Patterson, pastor of the Methodist church. Mrs. Smith was born in Evergreen, Ala., coming to Jefferson county, Florida, in the late 70's. Her husband died in 1888 and in 1900 she moved to Quincy, where for the past 21 years she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Edwards. Surviving children are A. J. Smith, Orlando; Mrs. L. T. Hewitt, Tampa; Mrs. J. A. Edwards, Quincy; Mrs. Glover Beasley, Port Tampa City; E. D. Smith, Santa Barbara, Cal. She is also survived by a brother, T. J. Ray, of Ofassie, Ala. Mrs. Smith was known as a kind, home-loving woman, possessing all the splendid attributes of the woman of the old South. She was a member of the Methodist church. [Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 23, 1926]

After an illness of three months, T. P. Smith, 74, died at his home near Gretna Wednesday of last week. He was one of the oldest residents of the county, where he had lived for the past fifty years and where he was a well respected and useful citizen. Burial was made at Sunnydell cemetery Thursday at 10 a.m. Services were conducted at the graveside by Rev. R. T. Russell, of Quincy. Mr. Smith is survived by a widow, six children and one sister, Mrs. S. E. Boggs, of Marianna.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, October 8, 1925]

Mother of Quincy Woman is Called
Mrs. Missouri Spence, aged 73 years, mother of Mrs. R. T. Freeman, of Quincy, died on Monday of last week at her home in Pelham, Ga. She had been ill many months and while her death was not expected, yet her passing came as a profound shock to many relatives and friends. She was a member of the Macedonia Baptist church, and always took an active part in its affairs, when health permitted. Besides Mrs. Freeman, she is survived by the following children; Mrs. J. L. Yates, Gainesville; J. E. Spence, of Atlanta; Miss Lois Spence, Pelham, and F. E. Spence, Pelham, with whom she made home. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Macdonia church, conducted by Rev. P. U. Shepherd, her pastor, assisted by Revs. C. C. Kiser and Mart Taylor. The pallbearers were her grandsons, A. B. Shiver, Byron Shiver, Jr., Braxton Yates, Austin Hudson and Fred Richter. The floral offerings, according to the Pelham Journal, were numerous and completely covered the family burial lot at Pelham cemetery. [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 17, 1934]

Well Known Woman Claimed by Death
Mrs. Loretta Edwards Stephens, aged 74 years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. P. Kennedy, Friday, May 11, following an invalidism of 25 years. Funeral services were held at the home at 4 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, the Rev. E. M. Claytor, rector of St. Paul's Episcopal church, officiating. Interment was in Laurel Hill cemetery, the family burial ground, in Thomasville, Ga., the Neal Faircloth Funeral Home directing. Pall bearers were I. G. Gardner, Paul Gregory, Paul Thomas, H. F. Sharon, Sanford May, John Allen, R. L. Sweger and Tom Beauchamp. Mrs. Stephens was born in Madison and in early life was wedded to E. B. Whiddon who died in 1910. Later she married J. J. Stephens, of Thomasville, Ga. Surviving Mrs. Stephens are two daughters, Mrs. Kennedy, and Mrs. Kincadi Harper, of Miami, and one son, E. B. Whiddon, of New York. Practically her entire life was spent in Thomasville where she was prominent in social and church activities. Many beautiful floral offerings expressed the sympathy of friends. [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 17, 1934]

Death of Mother of Mrs. H. H. Sapp of Havana
Pelham, Ga., Oct. 3---Mrs. R. L. Stephens died at her home here Wednesday. Mrs. Stephens was born and spent her life in and near Pelham. she was a member of the Primitive Baptist church. She married when quite young Eli Adams, who preceded her to the grave some years ago. This union was blessed with the following children: W. J. Adams, Pelham; H. J. Adams, Cotton; Mrs. H. H. Sapp, Havana, Fla.; H. C. Adams, Oklahoma City, Okla., and L. G. Adams, Cairo, all of whom survive her. In later life she married R. L. Sstephens, of Pelham, and is survived by him and a brother, T. A. Glenn, and two sisters, Mrs. J. W. Glausier and Mrs. Noah Adams, all of Pelham.
[This article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times newspaper, October 16, 1924]

Aged Visitor Passes Away Here on Monday
William S. Stewman, 78, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. N. J. Clark, in Quincy, Monday forenoon, after a week's illness of pneumonia. Mr. and Mrs. Stewman moved to Quincy from Gainesville three months ago and were making their home with their daughter, while making preparations to build a residence here. Mr. Stewman had recently retired from the mercantile business, in which he had been engaged in Gainesville and Reddick for more than forty years. He was born in Lancaster, S. C.

The deceased is survived by his widow and daughter and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. R. N. Johnson, Reddick; Mrs. A. J. Mayfield, Marianna; Mrs. J. K. Harrison, Williston; Mrs. D. N. Mann, Belleair; F. F. Stewman, Lowell. The body was taken to Reddick, Marion county, for burial Wednesday, where interment was made in the family plot, following services conducted by the Presbyterian minister there. Funeral arrangements were in charge of O. C. Musgrove, of the N. J. Clark Funeral Home, Quincy. Mr. Stewman was a member of the Presbyterian church and the Masonic fraternity.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, Februry 14, 1929]

Death at Concord of Mrs. Joseph Strickland
Services were held at the Concord cemetery where burial was made Tuesday afternoon for Mrs. Joseph Strickland, 62, who died at her home Monday afternoon. Mrs. Strickland had been a lifelong resident of the Concord community and her passing brought genuine sorrow to a large number of friends and neighbors among whom she had spent her useful life. The deceased is survived by her husband and a large family of children, as well as by several brothers and sisters, who have the profound sympathy of all in their bereavement. Before her marriage, Mrs. Strickland was Miss Laura Chester.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 4, 1934]

Mrs. Joe Strickland died at her home Monday, after a short illness.
[Excerpt from the Concord news column, The Gadsden County Times, dated January 4, 1934]
(Grave stone says 1871-1934, 1900 Gadsden Co. Census: Scotland Precinct shows birth date as 3-1870, b. FL)

E. O. Stuart Found Dead in His Studio
E. O. Stuart, the local photographer, was found dead Tuesday afternoon by a negro who had gone to the studio after some pictures. The negro made two trips, leaving the first time after receiving no response to his knocking. In a short time he returned, and knowing that Mr. Stuart was often to be found in some part of the studio, entered and found the body cold and stiff. Authorities were notified and Sheriff Gregory responded, calling Dr. R. F. Godard, who pronounced death having occurred several hours before from heart failure. Report of the death spread quickly and many visited the little studio. Mr. Stuart was on the streets about eight o'clock Tuesday morning and the supposition is he returned to his studio and lay down, dying soon afterwards. The body was lying on the bed with elbows extended and knees slightly drawn up. It was known the dead man had not been well, and on Monday he remarked to friends that his heart had been troubling him. A search of his papers failed to find any trace of relatives, and the officers sent several telegrams in an effort to locate some of his people. While waiting for replies, an ambalmer came from Tallahassee and prepared the body for burial. After sending numerous telegrams in an effort to locate relatives, but to no avail, the body was buried Thursday, J. B. Ball having charge of the funeral. Mr. Stuart was about 64 years of age. It is known he had a son living in Ohio, and several reports are in circulation that he was once wealthy. Mr. Stuart had been a citizen of Quincy for several years, having first came here with a tent. Later he moved into the studio where his body was found. He was an expert photographer and the only recreation he ever had was attending the national association. While possessing many friends, he made no intimates. He lived in his studio alone, paid cash for all he bought and attended to his own business.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, date unavailable]

DEATH OF CHILD MONDAY. Mr. and Mrs. Duncan Sullivan had the misfortune to lose their 18 months old daughter, she passing into the great beyond about midnight Monday after an attack of malaria. Her little body was laid to rest in the Eastern Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. W. A. Burns conducting the funeral service. Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan have sympathy of a host of friends in their bereavement.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 24, 1917]

Youth Loses Life as Truck Overturns South of Junction
Frank Summerford, 18, Dies as Result of Injuries Sustained Tuesday
Frank Summerford, 18, died at the state hospital at Chattahoochee Tuesday afternoon, as a result of injuries sustained when a lumber truck which he was driving turned over three miles south of River Junction earlier in the afternoon. Summerford was in the employ of W. T. Marshall, sawmill operator of Sycamore, and was returning from River Junction with a load of lumber when the truck overturned at the foot of a steep hill. There were no witnesses to the accident and the young man was unable to tell the story of hte tragedy when C. E. and A. H. Edwards came along and found him in an unconscious condition. At the point where the truck turned over was a deep sand bed and it is believed Summerford lost control of the truck when it struck the sand. He died an hour after reaching the hospital. The dead man was a son of J. W. Summerford, of Sycamore, whsre the body was taken for burial Wednesday.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 14, 1927]

Guy Summers Dead
Died at his home in Bristol Friday about 6 o'clock, Master Guy Summers, the youngest child of Mr. W. S. Summers, aged 15. When the news was circulated Thursday morning that the little fellow was dangerously ill, scores of people came from all over the community and every assistance was rendered, but all in vain and
Death came with friendly care
The opening bud to Heaven Conveyed
And took its blossom there.
Thus over a happy home the shadow of a little grave has fallen; and as has been said, it is wonderful how long a shadwo a little grave will throw. The funeral services were held at the Christian church Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. O. N. Revell and the remains were laid to rest alongside of his mother, who preceded him only four months ago. The deceased is survived by his father, two sisters, Mrs. Grace McElvath, of Wildwood, and Mrs. Cona Turner, of Bristol, and one brother, Jay, of Bristol, and a score of relatives and friends who are grieved at his sudden death.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 30, 1929]

Mrs. J. W. Sunday is Claimed By Death
Mrs. J. W. Sunday, aged 58, died last Friday at her home at Old Mt. Pleasant, after an illness of three weeks. Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. J. R. Gilbert officiating, and the burial was in the Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery. The funeral and burial were in charge of the Neal Faircloth Funeral Home. She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Mrs. W. T. West, of Linnett, Ga., and Mrs. Jeff Rushing, of Mt. Pleasant; two sons, J. M. and J. C. Sunday, both of Mt. Pleasant; one sister, Mrs. Sam Matthews, of Lake City, four brothers, Alex Presnell, of Hardaway; Tom D. Presnell, of Gretna, and Ben Presnell, of North Carolina, and her mother, Mrs. N. E. Presnell, of Mt. Pleasant. She was long an active member of the Mt. Pleasant Methodist church and a teacher in the Sunday school until her illness.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, March 1, 1934]

Death of Rev. Switzer
Rev. D. Lee Switzer died yesterday morning at Chattahoochee at the age of 55 years. Rev. Switzer was a brother of Mrs. A. S. Woodbery and the funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. Woodbery this morning at 10 o'clock. Burial was made in the Eastern cemetery. Rev. Switzer had been a member of the Methodist conference for nineteen years and had served a number of churches in this conference. Funeral services were conducted by Dr. H. G. Davis.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, December 6, 1917]

Death of Mrs. J. T. Taylor at Dogtown Sunday
Mrs. Margaret Taylor, widow of the late James T. Taylor, of this county, died at her home in Dogtown about 6 o'clock Sunday afternoon and on Monday afternoon her remains were interred at Attapulgus, Ga., in the presence of a large company of sorrowing relatives and friends. Rev. Burns of Hinson and Rev. Williams of Attapulgus officiating at the funeral. A little more than six months ago Mrs. Taylor's husband died and she was so broken down with grief over his death that she never recovered her health and gradually declined until she passed away at the time stated above. She was a native of this county and prior to her marriage she was Miss Owens, daughter of John M. Owens, a well-known citizen. Her marriage to Mr. Taylor occurred in 1884 and of that union five children are living, three sons, Lamar, J. M. and J. L. (John Lewis) Taylor, and two daughters, Miss Trudie Taylor and Mrs. Smith, living in South Florida. All are residents of Gadsden county except Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Taylor's husband, the late James T. Taylor, was an old and very highly respected citizen of Gadsden county and was for a long time a member of the board of county commissioners and chairman of the board. The pall-bearers at the funeral of Mrs. Taylor Monday afternoon were M. W. Munroe, E. B. Shelfer, John Woodward, A. J. Key and Mack Smith, W. E. (William Erastus "Bud") Smith and Will Thomas, many of the same gentlemen having served in a like capacity at the funeral of her husband last September. Mrs. Taylor was about 55 years of age at the time of her death and her passing brought genuine sorrow to a wide circle of friends as well as her relatives, for she was a lady of sterling charactrer, a devoted Christian and in every relation in life she was an example of all that a good woman should be.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 27, 1924]

Wm. L. Taylor Died Suddenly Saturday
News of the sudden death Saturday morning of Mr. Wm. L. Taylor brought genuine grief to many hearts throughout the county, in all parts of which Mr. Taylor was well and favorably known. Mr. Taylor died at 8:30 o'clock in his automobile, while going from his home at Dogtown to a neighbor's a half mile distance. A colored man whom he passed on the road observed the automobile zigzagging from one side of the road to the other and finally coming to a stop after running into a ditch at the roadside. Upon reaching the automobile, the negro found Mr. Taylor with his head dropped forward and his lip badly bruised, as though he had fallen forward and struck it on the door of the automobile. He was unconscious then and in ___. _______ indicating that he died of an attack of indigestion or of heart trouble. He and his family were preparing to go to Pelham, Ga., that morning and he was on his way to get another passenger when the end came. Mr. Taylor was known among men and a man of the highest integrity and as such he enjoyed the love and esteem of all who knew him well. He ably represented Gadsden county in the house of representatives for several terms. While sixty two years of age, Mr. Taylor remained a bachelor until a few years ago, when he married. Not being blessed with any children of his own, Mr. Taylor several years ago adopted two little boys from the Orphans' Home in Jacksonville, to whom he was a father in every respect. Services were conducted at the house by the Rev. W. A. Burns, of the Quincy Baptist church, after which the Masons of the Attapulgus Lodge, of which Mr. Taylor was a member, took charge of the funeral services. They were joined by members of the Masonic lodges from Quincy, Gretna and Havana. Interment was made in the family burying ground on the plantation of the deceased. Brother Masons acted as pall bearers and around the grave they gathered and administered the last sad, impressive rites of the Masonic Lodge. The complete ceremondy was gone through. Mr. Taylor was also a member of the Quincy Lodge of Elks and a large delegation of members were present to pay their last repectes to their deceased brother. Mr. Taylor is survived by a widow and two brothers, Samuel and James, who live on adjoining plantations.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 1, 1917]

The news of the death of Mrs. Callie Thomas, who lived with her daughter, Mrs. Ben Smith, west of town, was received yesterday with great regret by the many friends and acquaintances of this aged and highly respected lady. Death came very unexpectedly about 9:30 in the morning. Tuesday Mrs. Thomas had an attack of asthma and a physician was summoned, but she rallied and seemed to be getting along well until a very short time before her death. Mrs. Thomas was about 70 years of age and leaves to mourn their loss a family of four children, Paul Thomas, Mrs. J. B. Ball, Mrs. Ben Smith and Mrs. Ingram, besides two brothers, F. P. May and E. H. May. Funeral services were heldl this morning and interment was made in the cemetery at Philadelphia church. Services were held at the church, conducted by Rev. Dutill of the Methodist church.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, August 17,1916]

Death Sunday Afternoon of James E. Thomas
James E. Thomas, an aged and respected citizen of Liberty county, died at the home of his son, Jack Thomas, on the Selman plantation near Quincy, Sunday afternoon, after an illness of several weeks. Mr. Thomas was on a visit to his son when taken ill. His condition grew worse until the end came last Sunday. The body was taken to Providence Monday afternoon, where services were conducted at the Baptist church by a Bainbridge, Ga., minister and burial was made in the cemetery there. Mr. Thomas is survived by his widow and a number of children.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 10, 1929]

Mrs. H. S. Thompson Dies at Quincy Home Tuesday
Mrs. H. S. Thompson, 49, died at her home on East Jefferson street Tuesday forenoon at 11 o'clock, after an illness of about four weeks. Interment was made in the Eastern cemetery at 4 p.m. Wednesday, with services conducted by Dr. Wm. Vines, of the Quincy Baptist church, at the grave. Mrs. Thompson had made her home with her family in Gadsden county for the past four years. She was known as a devoted wife and mother and was held in high esteem by friends and neighbors. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Roycroft, of Tuscaloosa, Ala, who survive her. She is also survived by her husband and five children. Mrs. Thompson was a member of the Baptist church and was a devout Christian.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, October 24, 1929]

John Thompson Died Sunday
John H. Thompson, 50, died at his home in Chattahoochee Sunday morning at 10:30 after several weeks' illness. Funeral services were held at the Chattahoochee Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock with Rev. C. B. Clayton officiating. Burial was at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Mr. Thompson had lived in Chattahoochee for 13 years. He was employed by the Florida Gravel Company. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Lovie Thompson; two daughters, Mrs. Clinton D'Alemberte, of Richmond, Va., and Catherine Thompson, of Chattahoochee; his mother, Mrs. Ellen Thompson, of Ocoee, Fla., one brother and six sisters. Pall bears were C. L. Mullens, Paul Thomas, Felder McKeown, C. G. Grimsley, Fern Johnson and Homer Hirt. Clark-Bell Funeral Home was in charge.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, March 4, 1943]

Gretna, Sept. 22--On Sunday afternoon, September 19, at her home in Gretna, Mrs. W. H. Thompson passed from her earthly home. She had been in ill health for some time, and the end was not unexpected, her husband and children being present with her and doing all that human hands could do to stay the dread messenger. Mrs. Thompson was before her marriage Sarah Timmons, of Timmonsville, S.C., her parents being Elizabeth Long Timmons and Samuel Brantley Timmons. She was born June 17, 1857, and was a sister of the late W. S. Timmons, of Gretna. She was married to William Henry Thompson, of this county, on October 28, 1878, and besides her husband, the following children mourn the loss of their mother: Joe E. Thompson, John W. Thompson, Mrs. D. E. Griffin, D. N. Thompson, Mrs. Oscar Vickers, A. L. Thompson, all of Gretna community; W. H. Thompson, Jr., of Daytona and Mrs. A. A. McNeil of St. Petersburg. Mrs. Thompson was a member of the Gretna Baptist Church, having been a follower of her Lord since early girlhood. Her life was three-fold serving unselfishly her home, her church, her community. Her going is not only a loss to her immediate family, but to her church, her neighbors and friends. Of her it can be truly said "She hath done what she could." [Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated September 23, 1926]

William Simeon Timmons Died at Gretna Home
Gretna, May 11---Last Saturday at his home near Gretna, Mr. William Simeon Timmons, after an illness of several weeks, through which he was a most patient sufferer, passed into the beyond. Surviving him are four sons, Samuel Brantly, Charles Long, Clifford Talmadge and Edmund Lane, and one sister, Mrs. W. H. Thompson, his wife having preceded him in 1921. Interment took place at the Sunny Dell burial ground Sunday afternoon, following funeral services which were held at the Gretna Baptist church and were conducted by Rev. R. T. Russell. Mr. Timmons was born in Gadsden county, near Concord, on August 6, 1859. He came of good old South Carolina stock, his early ancestors having been the founders of Timmonsville, S.C. His parents were Samuel Brantly and Elizabeth Timmons. On November 24, 1887, he was united in marriage with Miss Betty Thompson, of near Quincy. To this union were born five children, four sons, and one daughter, Alice, who preceded her parents to the grave in 1903. At an early age Mr. Timmons united with the Melrose Baptist church and on his removal to near Gretna became clerk of the Sunny Dell Baptist church; he retained that office until the Gretna Baptist church was funded. He was always prominent in church affairs, and as a devoted and consistent Christian worker. As the writer has often heard remarked: "Those who did not know Brother Timmons personally, know that he had a high motive always, and that his example of clean living and pure thinking is showed by the sons he has reared to honor their father by living the kind of lives he has set the example for." In the passing of Mr. Timmons, Gadsden county has lost one of her stalward citizens, whose upright life was an inspiration and example to all of those around him, who felt the influence of his upright life and gained inspiration and renewed faith from his Godly walk.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 14, 1925]

Bryant Tolar, 84, Dies at Sycamore
Bryant Tolar, 84, died Wednesday night at his home in the Sycamore community. The funeral was held Friday afternoon at Old Sycamore church with Rev. Joe Hough, pastor of the Greensboro Baptist Church, and Rev. G. E. graden, pastor of the Methodist Church, officiating. At the age of 25, he was married to Miss Margaret Ann Smith, who died ten years ago. They were the parents of ten children, six of whom survive him. They are: Mrs. Cora A. Rowan, Bryant Albertus Tolar, Mrs. Magie Bateman, Mrs. Allie Rowan, Mrs. Edith Snowden and Miss Minnie Edwards. Also surviving are 23 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Mr. Tolar joined the Old Sycamore church in early life, later moving his letter to Greensboro Methodist church, where it remained to his death. Mr. Tolar loved his church and was an active member. For many years he served as church school superintendent and in other official capacities.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 27, 1943]

Henry Tolar Dies After Long Illness
Henry Tolar, aged 76 years, a well known resident of the Smyrna community, died last Friday morning at his home, following a long illness. He had been bedfast for the past nine weeks and was a sufferer from Bright's disease and heart trouble. He was born December 24, 1858, in South Carolina, the son of Jhon R. and Susie C. Tolar, but had resided in Florida for 65 years. He was married January 20, 1885, to Miss Mary Ann McAlpin, who died July 26,, 1931. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Salle Dellie Stokes, wife of B. B. Stokes, of Smyrna, and six grandchildren, May and Meda Stokes, of Cleveland, O., and Mary, Virginia, Marvin and Macon Stokes of Smyrna. Another daughter, Lucy Cornelia McGowan, died about twelve years ago. There are also two brothers, Rufus and Wright Tolar, of Greensboro. Mr. Tolar was an active member of the Smyrna Presbyterian church for about 35 years, serving as a deacon since July 5, 1900. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at the Smyrna church, and were largely attended.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 1, 1934]

John H. Tolar, 68, died at home at Greensboro, Sunday afternoon. Leaves wife and 8 children, 5 sons and 3 daughters. Funeral services Monday at Flat Creek Baptist church. Conducted by Rev. F. M. Wells. Interment in the cemetery there.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 23, 1918]

Death of Capt. W. E. Tomlinson at State Hospital Sunday Afternoon
Captain W. E. Tomlinson, for many years a well-known citizen of Quincy, and conductor on the G. F. & A. Ry., and who was sent the the State hospital for the insane at Chattahoochee in July, 1922, died in that institution last Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock.

His mind was hopelessly disordered from the time he was first sent to the hospital, and about two weeks ago a rapid physical decline set in and he passed away at the time above stated. When Captain Tomlinson was sent to the hospital his wife, accompanied by his little children, returned to her native home in Charlotte, N. C., and lived there until she was notified about two weeks ago of her husband's rapid decline, when she with the children, at once came to Quincy and remained here until the end as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Crouch on West Jefferson street.

During that time she was a frequent visitor at the bedside of her stricken husband, but it is doubtful if he recognized either her or his children. After his death his brother, Robert Tomlinson, of Atlanta, a postal inspector in the government service, came down and he, accompanied by Mrs. Tomlinson and the three little girls, left River Junction Monday afternoon with the body, which was transferred from the Seaboard to the G. F. & A. and from Cuthbert to Atlanta over the Central of Georgia. From that city the route was over the Southern to McDonough, the native home of the deceased, between Atlanta and Macon, and there interment was made soon after arrival of the body.

Captain Tomlinson was 53 years old at the time of his death and had been a railroad man since youth. He had lived in Quincy for 10 years or more while running as conductor on the G. F. & A. between here and Havana and prior to that was conductor on the main line. He was also for a time conductor for the G. S. and F. in charge of the Dixie Flyer running into Jacksonville, and before that had been in the employ of the Southern railway for sixteen years. He was a member of the Order of Railway Conductors and had good rank as a competent conductor during his many years of service on various roads.

He is survived by his widow and three little daughters, the eldest about 9 years old, his brother, Robert, his mother and one sister, unmarried, in Atlanta, and three married sisters, one at Macon and the other two at McDonough.

Captain Tomlinson was a quiet, reserved man who had little to say as a rule during his long residence in Quincy, but he was sincerely respected by our people and was considered a good citizen from every point of view. The melancholy end of his life and his long months of mental darkness at the hospital while he was still a comparatively young man were deplored by all who knew him and to his afflicted widow and little (rest missing)...
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 27, 1924]

HENRY TOOTS FOUND DEAD. Henry Toots, one of the oldest darkeys in Quincy and one of th most unique characters of his race in this city, was found dead in his front yard Sunday morning, apparently having frozen to death--Henry was in the habit of imbibing large quantities of Hainer's tonic and from all appearances he got too much Saturday night, fell at his door and was unable to get up again to enter the house. The key to his door was found on the ground beside him. Scratches and bruises on his face indicated that he had fallen by the wayside.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 1, 1917]

Death of Collins Truluck, 14, last Thursday. He was the son of Mrs. And Mrs. Walter Truluck of Amsterdam. He was laid to rest at Hinson.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 25, 1918, Havana News section] (Submitted by Barbara Boynton)

A. W. Turner Dies at Hospital Here Sunday
A. W. Turner, 63, of Bristol, Liberty county, died at the Gadsden county hospital here Sunday afternoon, death resulting from cancer of the stomach. He had been a patient at the local hospital for seven weeks. Mr. Turner was for many years county agricultural agent in Liberty and was highly esteemed as a citizen there. He was born at Hosford and spent his entire life in the county of his birth. Surviving relatives are his widow, Mrs. Maggie E. Turner, Bristol; daughters, Mrs. H. L. Baker, Mrs. B. Eubanks, Mrs. Arthur Shuler, Misses Zella and Aleen Turner,, Bristol; Mrs. E. M. Stanfill, Freeport; sons, M. E. Turner, Jacksonville; Robert Turner, Telogia, and Jesse Turner, Telogia. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. O. N. Revell Monday and the remains interred in Lake Mystic cemetery, in Liberty county.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, February 14, 1929]

The death of Mrs. Ella Womack Turner at the family residence September 24, after a long illness brought sorrow to a wide circle of relatives and friends. The funeral was held at the home Saturday afternoon with Revs. Wicker and Burns officiating. The Eastern Star, which she helped organize, had charge at Johnson cemetary (now known as Woodbery-Womack Cemetery). Messrs. Lawson Ellinor, Jim Darcey, Sam Woodbery, Bob Spooner, Julian and Perry Shelfer served as pall bearers. A woman whose heart beat in sympathy with suffering humanity, who lived each day for service for her Master and fellowman, can never be dead, but her golden deeds of love, sympathy and practical religion will live on after her, a fragrant memory and a blessed benediction, and such was the life of Mrs. Turner. A Dorcas indeed, who will ever be an inspiration to all to emulate her broad, charitable life and kindly deeds. She was not only a second mother to her sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews but to all who needed her and she sought those who needed help and gladly gave of herself to alleviate pain and sorrow. The handsome floral designs were so appropriate of her life lived for others. Among the many noted were from the city council, P.T.A., Methodist Woman's Missionary Society, Presbyterian Woman's Auxiliary, Quincy Chapter of O.E.S. and Havana Chapter of O.E.S. She is survived by her husband, J. T. Turner, to whom she gave her best, Mrs. E. H. Slappey, sister, Messrs. Miles, Harry, Arthur and Lee Womack, brothers, Ruby Lee, Barbara, Rebecca and Eythe Womack, nieces, Ernest, Jack, Keenan Womack and Henry Womack Slappey, nephews, to whom the loving sympathy of countless friends is extended in their sad bereavement.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, September 30, 1926]

In Memoriam
Our community was saddened last Sunday when the Death Angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. W. Vanlandingham and bore away the spirit of Mrs. Cannie Vanlandingham, a bride of only five short weeks. She was taken sick on Thursday before and the physician was at once summoned. His efforts were futile, though, and it seemed that nothing could be done for her. She never regained consciousness from Saturday noon.
The deceased was the sixteen-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stevens of Leesburg, Fla.
Although her time spent here was short, she had endeared herself to all who knew her.
always of a happy, joyous disposition, she made many friends among her new acquaintances, who will remember her brief stay in our midst.
Her devoted parents arrived Monday afternoon, and, with the bereaved, stricken husband, took the remains to Leesburg, where intermet took place on Wednesday.
The sympathy of their friends was evidenced by many deeds of kindness--the last tributes to be paid her who had been taken away in the very bloom of youth.
A Friend
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated March 24, 1916]

M. F. Vanlandingham Dies After Lingering Illness
On Friday, October 28, at 7:30 a. m. , the loving spirit of M. F. Vanlandingham passed into eternity. He had been suffering from paralysis for several years and on the Satruday previous to his death his condition changed for the worst. Funeral services were held at Old Sycamore Methodist church and interment was made in the cemetery there. Mr. Vanlandingham was 65 years old and had been a member of the Methodist church for a number of years. He was one of Gadsden county's oldest and most belvoed farmers; such a fine character will be greatly missed by all. Mr. Vanlandingham is survived by his wife and three daughers, Mrs. Ettie Fletcher, of Juniper; Mrs. Guy Jones, of Tallassee, Ala., and Mrs. L. Morris. of Quincy. Surviving sisters are Mrs. Martha Johnson, of Miami; Mrs. Sudie Johnson, of Sycamore, and one brother, C. A. Vanlandingham, of Juniper.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, November 3, 1927]

W. L. Vanlandingham Died Marianna Tues.
Superintendent of Boys Industrial School, and Native of Gadsden County Succumbs to Pneumonia
News of the death early Tuesday morning of W. L. Vanlandingham, 44, superintendent of the Boys' Industrial School at Marianna, was received with keen regret by friends of Mr. Vanlandingham in Gadsden county. He was born and reared near Greensboro, in this county and for a number of years prior to receiving appointment as superintendent of the industrial school, was employed at the State Hospital at Chattahoochee. He is survived by his widow and one son. Funeral services were held at Marianna today, after which the body was taken in charge by Gee Lodge, F. & A. M., of River Junction and a Masonic burial was given at Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery, many members of Washington Lodge of Quincy attending. Mr. Vanlandingham was a member of Gee Lodge and had received the higher Masonic degrees having been a charter member of DeMolay Commandery of Quincy. He was a noble of Morocco Temple, Jacksonville, and was held in high esteeem by his Masonic brethren, as well as by all who knew him. Mr. Vanlandingham had been ill only a few days of pneumonia, a weak heart contributing to his sudden and unexpected demise.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 14, 1929]

Young Wife Is Killed In Auto Wreck On Road
Mrs. Mildred Vason, aged 18 years, wife of W. C. Vason, Jr., of Chattahoochee, died Monday night about 11:30 at a hospital in Tallahassee, of injuries she received in a bad automobile collision on the Tallahassee Quincy highway, about three miles this side of the capital city. Her husband received a fractured jaw, a severe cut on the leg and lost several teeth in the same accident. He was taken to a Tallahassee hospital, but his condition is not serious.

In addition, three negroes, Willie Bell, Walter Hines and John Alexander, all of Tallahassee, were killed and two others, Gilbert Jones and Alex Jones, were severely injured. They are in the A. and M. College hospital, where they have been placed under arrest on charge of reckless driving.

According to attaches of the office of Sheriff Frank Stoutamire, of Leon county, who investigated, one machine driven by Gilbert Jones and carrying five negroes was racing with another. In attempting to pass the other car, it is reported, the Jones machine crashed head on into the Vason auto. Negroes of Leon county, according to witnesses, had been celebrating Emancipation Day at Lake Jackson and Lake Hall and traffic on the highway was heavy during the day.

Mrs. Vason was a daughter of H. D. Alday, an employee of the Chattahoochee Motor Company. She and young Vason had been married only a comparatively short time. The young wife suffered fractured hips, internal hurts about the chest and head injuries. She died without regaining consciousness.

Young Vason is a son of W. C. Vason, Sr., who is superintendent of the State Hospital farm at Chattahoochee. He was employed as a bookkeeper for his father. The young couple had driven to Tallahassee Monday afternoon to call on his brother, John Vason, who is employed by the state, and to do some shopping. They were enroute home at the time of the accident.

The body of Mrs. Vason was removed to Chattahoochee Tuesday morning. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Chattahoochee Methodist church, Rev. Paul Redfearn officiating. The burial was in the Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery. Three Negro Men Also Lose Lives in Smashup Near Tallahassee
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 24, 1934]

In Memoriam, Don A. Vickers
Photo For a man who is made for immortality, to have lived "four score years," and be loved and trusted in highest esteem by all who were of kin, and by all who knew him, is an achievement that deserves and receives the greatest commendation. Such was the life and character of Don A. Vickers, who was the son of Jordan and Mary Vickers, and was born near Concord on September 13, 1847, and died in the same community in which he had lived all his life, on October 14, 1928. From his boyhood, he had never been of robust health. But he had been a person always of temperate and regular habits, which no doubt added much to lengthen his life. He was married to Miss Florence J. Laing on February 7, 1877. He professed religion and joined the Methodist Church South about forty-two years ago and eight or nine years after his marriage. From this happy union of two well-mated souls seven children were born, four sons and three daughters. All these children were reared to be grown; five of them are now living. Oliver, the first born was the first to depart this life. Harvey (Hardy) next......... a few miles south of ------- father's home. Sam was the third child and died several years ago. Arthur, the fourth-born, lives in Concord. Of the girls, Achsa, the oldest, married C. G. Perritt and lives in Tallahassee. Minnie E. was married to H. B. Walsh, Concord. Etta M. was married to J. B. Joiner and they live on part of the home place. Additionally twenty-three grand and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services in the Methodist Church at Concord. Body laid away in Vickers Cemetery. ----- S. N. Burns.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated October 1928.] (Note: Don Albin Vickers was survived by his wife, Florence Jane Laing Vickers. The son "Harvey" should have been Hardy.)

Lafayette Vickers Dies At His Home at Concord-------Concord, Dec. 17. On December 10 the death angel visited the home of Lafayette Vickers, 70, and called to his reward one of the best men and citizens of the Concord community. Mr. Vickers was married 45 years ago to Miss Malissa Finkley and to this union were born three daughters and one son. He was a faithful husband and father and was a man who commanded the respect and admiration of a host of friends who deeply regret his passing. Funeral services were conducted and burial was made at the Concord cemetery, with Rev. A. C. Camp of the Concord Baptist Church officiating.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 13, 1929] (Note by Angela Cassidy: William Lafayette Vickers was born June 18, 1859, and died December 10, 1929. He was buried in the Vickers Cemetery in Concord, not the Concord Cemetery. He was the son of Alfred and Matilda Brady Vickers, and was survived by his wife Maliscia Lugenia Vickers, his daughters, Tillie (Mrs. Marion) Durden and Miss Lunie Vickers, and a son, George Oma Vickers.)

Thomas Joseph Wagner Dies at County Home
Thomas Joseph Wagner, 68, died at his home five miles north of Quincy early Sunday morning, after an illness of one week, death resulting from pernicious malaria. Born in Viola, Tenn., Mr. Wagner moved to Gadsden county six years ago, locating at River Junction, where he lived for three years, when he purchased the small tract of land near Quincy, where he made his home until his death Sunday. His vocation was sawmilling and in this business he had been successful. Funeral services were held from the home Sunday afternoon at 3:30 with Rev. D. J. Blackwell, of the Quincy Presbyterian church, officiating. Burial was made in the Eastern cemetery at Quincy, with the N. J. Clark Funeral Home directing. For many years Mr. Wagner had been affiliated with the methodist church as was regarded as a man of high principle. He is survived by his widow and one son.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, August 8, 1929]

Midway Man Killed Accidently Sat. In Hardwood Mill
James Taylor Wall, night sawyer of the Midway Hardwood Lumber Co., was killed last Saturday morning about 5 o'clock when he was struck by a piece of timber on the carriage of his saw. Wall was too quick in returning the steam carriage which works very swiftly and the slab caught on the edge of the machine and striking the sawyer cut and bruised his body to the extent that he died within forty five minutes after being struck. Mr. Wall's brother, of Marked Tree, Ark., made the long trip from his home to attend the funeral and after the ceremony collapsed from the shock and long trip. At present, he is in the Gadsden County Hospital suffering from a loss of memory. Dr. Gainey, who is attending Mr. Wall, is of the opinion that the relapse of memory is only of a temporary nature brought on by the shock of his brother's death and by the advance of old age. The deceased man had been a resident of this county about three months. He leaves a wife and the one brother survive him. Services were held at Eastern cemetery in this city with Rev. D. J. Blackwell conducting and N. J. Clark in charge of the funeral arrangements.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 4, 1929]

Little Sarah Lee Walsh, one year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Walsh of Havana, died Friday, May 24, at their home near Havana. The many friends of the sorrowing mother and father extend comforting sympathys to them. The funeral was held Saturday in Grady county, Ga.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 30, 1929]
(believed to be the child of Ferdinand and Cora Poppell Walsh)

Thomas L. Ward Died Very Suddenly Last Evening
The many friends of Thomas L. Ward were shocked to learn of his death which occurred suddenly last evening about 6 o'clock. Mr. Ward was one of the oldest citizens in Quincy, having come here many years ago from Brunswick. For many years he was engaged in the mercantile business, but of late yeares had been engaged in farming. Up until the time of his death he had been actively attending to his business and with the exception of a slight cold, his health seemed to be perfect. He ate supper last evening as usual and was sitting in a chair talking when suddenly his head fell back, and within a few minutes he had breathed his last. Mr. Ward leaves a widow, one son, W. R. Ward, and daughter, Mrs. W. B. Malone. Deceased was 65 years of age. Interment was made in the Western cemetery this afternoon at 4 o'clock. He was given a Masonic burial, having been a prominent member of that fraternity.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, Thursday, October 19, 1916]

Child is Claimed Suddenly at School
Miss Bernice Watkins, Aged Eleven, Buried at Mt. Zion Cemetery
Miss Bernice Watkins, aged 11 years, daughter of Mrs. Ona Watkins, rural route No. 2, Havana, died suddenly last Thursday afternoon at the Quincy school. The child, a pupil in the fifth grade, is said to have been seized with a paroxysm of coughing, while eating a sandwich, and suffered a heart attack. Her death came before physicians could render any aid, and much to the surprise of teachers and associates. Besides her mother, she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Allen, of Carrabelle, and Mrs. Rosa Mae Cannon, of Columbus, Ga., and other relatives. The family resided on the H. E. Corry plantation. Funeral services, in charge of the Musgrove Funeral Home, were held Friday morning at 10 o'clock at the residence, Rev. E. M. Claytor, pastor of the Quincy Episcopal church, officiating. Burial was in the Mt. Zion cemetery.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 31, 1934]

Death Frank Webb in Tallahassee
Former Resident of Gadsden County and Clerk of House of Representatives Passes

Tallahassee, Jan. 15.--Frank Webb, clerk of the Florida House of Representatives since 1927, died in Johnston's sanitarium here shortly before last midnight. Webb, who had been in failing health since undergoing a major operation about a year ago, was taken to the hospital in a critical condition yesterday morning. A few weeks ago he suffered a stroke by which he was partially paralyed and from this attack he never fully recovered. He was 50 years old.

Webb succeeded Ben A. Meginniss of Tallahassee as Clerk of the House in 1927. He was a close friend of Sidney J. Catts, war time governor of Floriday. Prior to his connection with the legislature Webb had engaged in the publication of more than one newspaper in Tallahassee and in this seciton of the state. He founded the Wakulla County News in Crawfordville, later disposing of that property to the Daily Democrat, following which he established and for some time edited the River Junction Tribune. At one time, Webb was associated with the Floridian, a Tallahassee newspaper, and later was connected with the State Hospital at Chattahoochee in an official capacity.

Webb was a native of Tennessee. He came to Tallahassee 13 years ago from Greenville, Tenn. Between sessions of the House during the past four years, Webb was connected with a gravel company as a salesman. Quite recently he became associated with B. M. Johnson in the real estate business and maintained offices in the Masonic building.

Immediate members of the family surviving are his widow, the former Miss Ida Summers, of Reidsville, N. C., four daughters, Louise, 20; Irene, 15; Betty, 13; and Helen, 7; and one son, Paul, 18 years old.

Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. W. F. Dunkle at four o'clock Thursday afternoon in Trinity Methodist church. Interment will be in Oakland, and will be in charge of the Masonic lodge.

All Master Masons were asked by the Worshipful Master today to assemble at the local lodge room at 3:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon, from which point the members will proceed in a body to the church to attend the funeral of Frank Webb.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 18, 1934]

A Tribute by F. P. May
Milton J. Whaley died on August 5 at his home in Kosse, Texas. He was the last one of the Whaley family who were prominent in Quincy and vicinity during and just before the Civil War. The family consisted of father, mother, three sons, John, Thomas and Milton; two daughters, Mary and Rebecca. Milton was the youngest. The father was a wealthy planter; his town home was on the lot now owned by Mr. E. B. Shelfer; his plantation and negro quarters were six miles west of Quincy. He died a year or two before the beginning of the war, which was a sad blow to the mother and five children, the youngest being about six, the oldest about 14. Every one of them was bright and handsome. The war began in 1861; neither of the oldest could elist on account......(some cut off on photographing this column)....the oldest, joined within a year or two, as soon as they would take him, and his brother, Tom, followed his example as soon as the enrolling officer would permit. They both went to the front where fighting was almost continuous. It was only a very short time before their mother learned that one of them was desperately wounded. She left at once for the hospital near the battlefield, but arrived there only soon enough to see him die. In the meantime, Tom, the younger brother, had contracted pneumonia and was at the point of death. Exhausted by travel and exposure, the frail mother could not withstand these added burdens; she collapsed and died. Tom died also. There, surrounded by the horrors of war, the three older members of this splendid southern family were taken within a few days of each other, breaking up completely a happy home. The three left had to be provided with new homes. Mary, the oldest, went to her mother's sister, Mrs. John P. Mathison, Rebeka and Milton to the home of Mr. John dickson, their mother's brother. A few years after the war Rebeka married Mr. H. D. Durr, an ex-Confederate soldier, who had been flat bearerin many battles and was shot ....... (more cut off in photograhing or editing).... Whaley plantation to live. They remained there for a few years and Mary died, leaving a little baby boy, Robert. This left of the Whaley family only Milton, who went to Texas soon after. The first time I ever saw Milton was soon after his sad bereavements on the Mathison farm one night at a sugar boiling. From that night on, attachment sprang up between us, which increased during the following five or six years. We were in the old Philadelphia school together and our friendship never grew dim in all of our fifty-three years of separation. Our correspondence was kept up until closed by his death. I was one year his senior and just before we had reached manhood, our paths diverged. I went away to school and he went to Texas. We met only twice since. He spent a few months here in the summer of 1876 and I visited in his home at Kosse, Texas, a few days in 1905. The noble qualities which were prominent during his whole life were conspiculously shown even in his boyhood and youth. Truth, loyalty, courage and justice were engraed deeply in his noble heart, matured from seeds sown there by a loving Christian mother. He went to Texas without money, stopped for a few years at other points, but finally married and settled in Kosse, where he went into the mercantile business in which he was successful. He leaves a wife, two sons and two daughters, all of whom are grown men and women, of whom any father would be proud. He stood high in his town, was a prominent member and Sunday school superintendent of the Methodist church; was loved and honored by all who knew him. It has been helpful and inspiring to enjoy the confidence and love of a friend like Milton J. Whaley.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times dated December 23, 1926]

Adam C. White Died in Eightieth Year---Former Gadsden Citizen
Belated news of the death at Citra of Adam C. White, brother of the late Judge P. W. White and former citizen of Gadsden county, has been received here. Although Mr. White left Gadsden county 25 years ago he is remembered here by many of the older citizens, to whome the news of his death was received with deep regret. The following account of the death of Mr. White is taken from the Ocala Star of January 4:
News was received in the city this morning of the death at Citra, at 9 o'clock, of Adam C. White, one of the well known residents of that community. Mr. White was in his eightieth year and the infirmities of old age, together with failing health, were the immediate causes of his death. Deep regret is expressed by friends of the family, who respected the deceased for his many fine traits of character and sterling worth. Coming to Marioin county 25 years ago from Quincy, where the family has prominent connections, Mr. White made his ome at Citra and ever since had been identified with that northern Marion city's development. He was a Confederate veteran, having served with distinction with the Southern army during the war between the states and took great interest in the meetings of Marion Camp, U.C.V., always coming to Ocala to meet with his old comrades and discuss those stirring times of the sixties which will ever e the chief interest of those whose numbers steadily are diminishing with each passing year. Mr. White is survived by his widow and one son, David L. White, a civil engineer, who at present is stationed at Natchez, Miss., being connected with the war department inthe engineering corps. Arrangements for the funeral have not been announced pending arrival of David White.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, Thursday, January 13, 1927]

Two Liberty Co. Residents Killed
Two Liberty county men met death last week in unusual ways, one being killed by another man and the other being drowned. J. K. Peddie, living near Hosford, was shot and almost instantly killed by Albert Kyle, when the two men engaged in a dispute over some timber. The argument grew rather waxed and a fight began in which Peddie was shot. Kyle immediately surrendered to the sheriff of the county and admitted the killing, although he claimed self defense as the cause. A cornoner's jury was called Tuesday and the verdict of that body allowed Kyle to go free, deciding that the shooting was justifiable.
The second death occurred when D. A. Wilder, of Bristol, was drowned in an unknown manner Sunday afternoon. It seems that Wilder set out to cross the creek near his home and was not seen again. Monday morning the boat he was using was found down the creek and the father of the lost man together with some friends began to drag the creek bed. After quite some time the body was recovered.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 4, 1929]

Man Meets Tragic Death This Morning Near Quincy
Killed When Truck Leaves Road in Unexplainable Manner, Neck Broken
R. I. Williams, of Point Milliken, was instantly killed this morning when the truck which he was driving went off the road and into the deep fill this side of Point Milliken early this morning. The exact cause of the accident has not been determined but it is thought that Williams was partly blinded by the heavy rain that was failling and allowed the truck to get too near the left hand side of the road causing the trailer which was attached to the truck to swerve slightly and go off the fill pulling the truck and driver with it. Williams' neck was broken and his head was crushed by the lumber which was on the vehicle falling on top of him at the bottom of the hill. The victim was employed by Mr. T. J. Lambert who was haulding logs and lumber for the Thomas-Little Lumber Co. He is survived by a wife and one child, at Point Milliken and his parents and other relatives of Bainbridge, Ga.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 2, 1929]
Card Of Thanks-RI Williams Family
We wish to thank our dear friends for their kindness to us during the death of our beloved husband and father, and also for the beautiful flowers. May God's richest blessing reach and abide upon each and everyone, is our prayers.
--Mrs. R. I. Williams and daughter.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, May 9, 1929]

Sudden Death of Dr. J. H. Willis at River Junction Yesterday
Yesterday afternoon L. L. Willis received a telegram from River Junction announcing the sudden death in that town of his brother, Dr. J. H. Willis, well known both there and in Quincy. Mr. Willis at once went to River Junction and remained there until the funeral which took place this forenoon at 1 o'clock, with interment in the cemetery at Mount Pleasant. Dr. Willis was a native of South Carolina, a little past 50 years old, and came to Gadsden county when he was a young man and practiced medicine for several years in Quincy. From here he went to South Florida, where he remained for a number of years and then returned to Gadsden county, locating at Concord. From there he removed to River Junction and remained there until he died. Surviving him are his widow and three children, the latter all grown, a son in St. Augustine, a daughter in New Orleans and another in Jacksonville. He has two brothers and a sister in South Carolina and two brothers in Florida, L. L. Willis, of Quincy, and Dr. W. M. Willis, a dentist at Marianna. The sudden death of Dr. Willis is attributed to a dilated heart and his unexpected passing ha brought sorrow to many friends. He was a man of attractive personality, a learned and capable doctor and his kindness of heart and fidelity to his friends were marked characteristics. He came of good old Carolina stock and in his medical practice he was recognized as a physician of more than ordinary ability.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, April 2, 1925]

L. L. Willis returned Thurday evening from Greenwood, In Jackson county, after attending the funeral of his brother, Dr. R. A. Willis, who died at his home in Greenwood on Wednesday of last week after a long illness. Dr. Willis was one of the most eminent and beloved citizens of Jackson county, where he had resided for nearly 40 years, going there from his native state of South Carolina. His death is widely mourned and the funeral procession accompanying his remains to the grave was a mile long. He was state senator from that district for four years and was for ten years state prison physician. He practiced medicine for many years, engaged also in agriculture, organized the bank of Greenwood, and was its president for nearly 20 years. He leaves a widow and five children, one sister and five brothers, including L. L. Willis, of quincy, and J. H. Willis, of River Junction.
[Article courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, November 27, 1924]

George W. Wilson Dies of Heart Attack Today
George W. Wilson, 78, died of a heart attack at his home in the Dogtown community early this morning. He was in a corn crib when the attack from which he died instantly, seized him. The deceased was one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of the community and his death has caused deep seated grief among the friends and neighbors who held him in such high esteem. He is survived by his widow and seven children. Mrs. J. M. Whittley, of Quincy, is a daughter. Funeral arrangements had not been completed at noon today.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 11, 1934]

George W. Wilson Dies at His Country Home
George W. Wilson, a resident of Gadsden county for the past 45 years, died of a heart attack at his home nine miles north of Quincy on January 11. Mr. Wilson was 78 years of age. He was born in Decatur county, Ga., and later moved to Gadsden county where he farmed. Throughout his life he was active in church work and was always interested in anything for the betterment of the commmunity. Interment was in the New Bethel cemetery. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Julia Wilson; two sons, George Wilson, Jr., of Jacksonville, and Ernest Wilson, of Jamieson; five daughters, Mrs. Marvin Whittle, of Quincy; Mrs. Beverly Haskins, of Havana; Mrs. Aline Johnson and Miss Betty Lee Wilson, of Atlanta, and Mrs. J. D. Faircloth, of Ohio, and seventeen grand children.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, January 25, 1934]

Heart Attack Proves Fatal
P. G. Wilson Found Dead in Barnlot in Hardaway Community by Twelve Year Old Foster Son
Overcome by a heart attack while engaged in feeding some hogs at the old dairy barn on the Rosemead farms in the Hardaway community, about nine miles northwest of Quincy, P. G. Wilson, aged 57 years, died unattended last Thursday night. His body was found the following morning by Thomas Earnes, a twelve year old foster son. Mr. Wilson had been employed for thirty seven years by the Hardaway Construction company, and for the past three years had been superintendent of the Rosemead farms and commissary. He had always been in apparent good health, and his sudden death came as a shock to family and friends. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Ella E. Wilson; two daughters, Rebecca and Dorothy Wilson; a son, Selwyn Wilson, all at home, and several brothers and sisters, as well as his mother. The mother is Mrs. Mary Wilson, of Sylvania, Ga., who resides with a daughter, Mrs. S. P. Gray. Other brothers and sisters are William Wilson, of Thomasville, Ga.; Arnold Wilson, Bremo Bluff, W. Va.; Norman Wilson, Birmingham, Ala.; Hayward Wilson, address unknown; Mrs. Elma Whitten, of near Chattahoochee; Mrs. Maggie Johns, Recovery, Ga., and Mrs. Zeria McKinney, of near Albany, Ga. Mr. Wilson was born in Decatur county, Georgia, but had spent most of his life in Florida. Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at the home, Rev. C. L. Wattenbarger, of the Chattahoochee Baptist church, officiating. Burial was in the Green Shade cemetery in Georgia. [Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, March 1, 1934]

Tallahassee Merchant Well Known in Quincy, Passed Away Monday
News has been received in Quincy of the death of P. W. Wilson, 64, a native and life-long resident of Tallahassee, who died at 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon at his home on Meridian Heights after an illness of two years. The funeral will be held from the late residence at 4 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. the Rev. E. N. Caldwell, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, officiating. Interment will be in the Episcopal cemetery. Mr. Wilson was one of Tallahassee's most popular and respected citizens and was head of one of the oldest mercantile houses in Florida. The business was established by his grandfather in 1836 and was incorporated several years ago as P. W. Wilson & Company. Mr. Wilson was twice married, first to Miss Anne Papy, daughter of Mariano d. Papy, one time attorney general of Florida, and after her death about seventeen years ago, to Miss Mary Essick, who survives him. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. H. M. Long, of Memphis, Tenn.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, November 24, 1927]

In Memoriam
To the Worthy Matron, Worthy Patron and Members of Washington Chapter, No. 43, Order of Eastern Star:

Your committee appointed to draft resolutions of respect to the memory of our late brother, W. C. Wilson, respectfully report as follows:

Whereas, our friend and brother, W. C. Wilson, has been summoned from this earthly chapter to that Heavenly Chapter above, therefore be it

Resolved, in the death of Brother W. C. Wilson, Washington Chapter No. 43 O. E. S. has last a true and loyal brother, who will be missed and be it futher

Resolved, that Washington Chapter No. 43, O. E. S., extend to his siter and his relatives its sincere sympathy in their loss. Be it futher

Resolved, that this Chapter be draped for thirty days as a token of love and esteem.

Resloved, that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the family of our deceased brother, that a copy be furnished the Gadsden County Times and a copy be spread on the minutes of this Chapter,

Respectfully submitted, Loula Smith, Paul S. Thomson, Wallace Crofton, Committee on Resolutions.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, April 14, 1927]

Death Little Girl
Frances, 16 months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wolfe, of Midway, died at the hospital in Quincy yesterday morning of colitis. The baby was brought to the hospital here Saturday in a serious condition and failed to respond to medical treatment. Burial was made at Old Mt. Pleasant cemetery this afternoon.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, April 28, 1927]

Ansel C. Wood Dies After Brief Illness
Photo Ansel C. Wood, 40, died at Riverside hospital, Bainbridge, Ga., following a brief illness. About two days before the end came he was stricken with an incurable malady and was removed from his Concord home to the hospital. Originally from Orland, Maine, he acquired some property at Concord in 1925 and moved there with the other members of the family. He was a electrician and had operated a contracting business. Lately, however, he had accepted a position at Panama City in the shipyards. At the time of his fatal illness he had returned to Concord to spend Christmas holidays, intending to return to the shipyards afterwards. Funeral services held at the Baptist church at Concord, of which he was a member. Interment was at Vickers cemetery. In addition to his wife, the former Miss Lottie Walsh, he is survived by five sons, Charles, in the Navy, Dennis, Lowell, Bruce and Zane Wood, of Concord, and a daughter, Katherine, of Concord. Three brothers, Holman, of New York; A. S. and B. N. Wood, of Vancouver, Wash.; and three sisters, Mrs. K. Hunting and Mrs. Raney Whaley, of San Francisco, and Miss Fannie M. Wood, of Havana, also survivie him.
[Obituary courtesy of The Havana Herald, date unknown due to clipping of article, but he died in 1945]
(Ansel Crowell Wood, son of Lewzon A. and Fannie Mae Partridge Wood, born 1905, died 1945)

In Memoriam - Mrs. Fannie Wood
Mrs. Fannie M. P. Wood was the daughter of Charles and Clara Partreadge and was born in Orland, Maine, on August 30, 1872, where she was married to Lewzon A. Wood, and where they lived until 1918. From there they moved to Oregon, coming to Concord, Gadsden county, Fla., in 1924. To them were born ten children, five sons and five daughters, two of whom had passed on before, one son and one daughter. This son served as executive officer on one of the U. S. S. ships during the World War. Brother Wood, the father, had been in the Marine service since his young manhood, and during the war was also executive officer on the U. S. S. Philadelphia. Sister Wood came of a long line of honorable English ancestors. She was a member of the Universalist church in Orland, Maine, believed in the holy scriptures, and in the gracious Lord of whom they are a devine revelation. The sacred songs of the church were to her a benediction and a great delight. The children now living are Anrester, Christine, Mealley, Ansel, Pannie, Holiman, Virginia and Victoria. The deceased had been sick about ten weeks, but seemed to be improving and believed she would get well soon, but in a little while the summons came. The funeral service was conducted in the M. E. church, South, by Rev. S. N. Burns, the pastor, which by her request was closed with the Lord's prayer. Her favorite songs were sung "Nearer My God To Thee,: "Rest for the Weary," and especially "Shall We Gather at the River." Arrington and Miller had charge of the cortege and James A. Darsey, Claud B. Arrington, D. M. Butler, G. B. Poppell, C. W. Gregory and S. S. Hanlin were pall bearers. The body was laid in the tomb at the Vickers cemetery, near Concord, Gadsden county, Florida, on June 17, 1929. Beautiful flowers, symbols of hope and the resurrection, were laid upon the place where her body will sleep in undisturbed repose until the last trumpet blast shall wake all that "sleep in the dust of the earth," when we shall meet God and loved ones "face to face."
S. N. Burns.
[Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 11, 1929]

In Memoriam - Fannie M. P. Wood

Whereas, it is with a keen sense of sorrow and regret that Havana Chapter No. 130, Order of the Eastern Star, records the passing of our late Sister Fannie M. P. Wood, who entered into rest June 16, 1929.

Whereas, Sister Wood, nee Fannie M. Partridge, was born in Orland, Maine, on Augutst 30, 1872. She was initiated into the Order of the Eastern Star at Riverside Chaper, Orland, Maine. Later becoming its worthy matron. In 1910 Sister Wood, with her family, moved to Oregon, afterwards coming to Concord, Fla., in 1924, and, as soon as possible, affiliated with Havana Chaper, No. 130.

She was constant in her friendship, true to every trust and loyal to every obligation, an ernest member and desired to see Havana Chapter succeed.

Be it Resolved, that a page of our minute book be consecrated to her memory, and that our Chapter extend to her family our sympathies in their sorrow.

Be it further resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the Havana Journal for publicaiton, and a copy be furnished the family.

"From our chain this link has fallen,
In our land this star has set,
But enshrined on memory's tablet
Her true worth we'll ne'er forget.
Beautiful life s that whose span
Is spent in duty to God and man,
Beautiful calm when the course is run:
Beautfiful twilight at set of sun."

Ruby Womack, Mabel Miller, Mellie McLellan, Committee.
[Article courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, July 18, 1929]

Pioneer Resident of County Dies Friday at Home Near Here
Mr. J. M. Woodbery Spent Entire Life in Gadsden County
Mr. J. M. (Jonah Milton) Woodbery, a life long resident of Gadsden county, passed away Friday night about 7 p.m. at his home in Dogtown after an illness of more than eight months. The funeral was held from the home Saturday afternoon with Rev. Burns officiating and interment was made in a private cemetery near the deceased man's home. Mr. Woodbery was born in Gadsden county eighty five years ago and had always made his home in the county of his birth. He was for many years prominently identified with the farming and planting activities of the county and had a large plantation near Dogtown. However, for the past several years he had retired and rested from the labors of his younger life. The deceased man was very well known in this county and this entire section of the state and in south Georgia. He leaves to mourn his death a wife and five children, all of whom live in Gadsden county. His children are, Mrs. M. G. Johnson, Mrs. L. L. Gee, Mrs. L. B. (Roberta) Ellinor, Dr. C. H. Woodbery and Mr. Traube Woodbery. During his life Mr. Woodbery devoted much of his time to the interests of his community, his friends and his church, he being a devout member of the Methodist church. He was also a fraternally prominent man, being an esteemed member of the Masonic Order. Beloved and admired by hundreds of friends, he will be greatly missed and mourned. The funeral arrangements were in charge of N. J. Clark. [Obituary courtesy of the Gadsden County Times, May 23, 1929]

In Memoriam - J. M. Woodbery
Photo Inasmuch as Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, did, on the 17th day of May, 1929, summon the spirit of our loved brother, J. M. Woodbery, to eternal rest, be it

Resolved by Washington Lodge No. 2, F. & A. M. (Free & Accepted Masons):

Mrs. Augusta Sylvester Woodward Died Saturday
The passing Saturday forenoon of Mrs. Augusta Sylvester Woodward, widow of E. W. Woodward, in her eighty-eighth year, removed another of the South's noble-hearted women of ante-bellum days, whose life-long residence in Gadsden county was a benediction and whose passing has left a void in many aching hearts. Although confined to her room for only two days, Mrs. Woodwawrd had not been in good health for four months and was able only occasionally to leave the home of her daughter, Miss Mary Violet Woodward, with whom she lived and where she died at 10:30 Saturday forenoon. Born and reared near Quincy, the daughter of Joseph and Violet Sylvester, two of this county's early white settlers, Mrs. Woodward spent all the days of her life here, where she was widely known and dearly loved for her strength of character, gentility of bearing and fine womanly sympathies. With a faith that passeth understanding and a heart full of love for all humanity, Mrs. Woodward lived and died like the splendid Christian character that she was, leaving to her five surviving children a heritage more to be sought than material wealth. Mrs. Woodward was the oldest member of the Quincy Presbyterian church, where throughout her life she was a devout worshipper, and in which during the active yeaers of her life she took an active and intelligent interest. Services were held from the church Sunday afternoon at 3:30, with the pastor, Rev. D. J. blackwell, officiating. Burial was made beside her late husband in Philadelphia (church cemetery), who died four years ago. Funeral Director N. J. Clark was in charge. Many sorrowing friends of the family gathered at the church to attend the last rites and to accompany the body to its last resting place. Myriads of beautiful flowers bore mute evidence of the high esteem in which this consecreated woman was held by the folks among whom she spent such a long and useful life. Surviving childdren are J. W., Robert W., E. P., Miss Mary Violet Woodward and Mrs. J. D. Gilbert, all of Quincy. Her eldest son, Howard, died during the influenza epidemic of 1918.
[Article Courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, March 14, 1929]

Mrs. Mary Elisabeth Woodbery died at her sister' s home, Mrs. Hattie Munroe, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Age 71. 4 sons and 4 sisters. Services by Dr. H. G. Davis, Methodist church, interred in Eastern Cemetery.
[Obituary courtesy of The Gadsden County Times, June 20, 1918]