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Monroe County Obituaries

1889

 

 

Agins, David Agins

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 18 1889

David Agins, one of the pioneer residents of Monroe County, died at his home in this Township on last Sabbath.  About 15 years ago he was stricken with paralysis and since that time has been more or less feeble.  On last Saturday he was taken ill with the sickness which resulted in his death.  He was about 73 years of age, and was an honorable, upright and Christian gentleman.  Interment on Monday in the Moffett Cemetery.

 

Agin, David Agin – 2^nd Obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 18 1889

A neighbor to the late David Agin, of this Township, sends us the following account of his death:  This community was terribly shocked by the sudden death of David Agin, one of Center Township’s oldest residents.  He was taken seriously ill about 2 o’clock p. m., on Saturday, April 13^th, and died on Sunday afternoon, April 14^th.  Interment on Monday evening at the Moffett Cemetery, attended by a large number of friends and relatives.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Conaway.  David Agin was born Dec. 7^th, 1815, and died April 14^th, 1889, making his age 73 years, 4 months and 7 days.  He leaves a wife and nine children to mourn his decease.   He told his children and friends on Saturday evening that the end had come, and that he was ready to go.

 

Allen, “Grandmother” Allen

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 1 1889

Grandmother Allen, aged 92 years, mother of Mrs. Shepherd Philpot, died at the home of her daughter in Summerfield on Tuesday of this week.  Interment took place on Wednesday in the Summerfield Cemetery.

 

Allen, Sarah Allen

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 26 1889

Died, last Friday evening, Sarah, daughter of Reuben Allen, of this Center Tp, this County.  Deceased was about 21 years of age.  Interment Sunday in the Sloan Cemetery on Connor’s Ridge.  The deceased was a most estimable and worthy young lady whose death will be greatly regretted by a large number of relatives and friends.

 

Allen, Sarah E. Allen

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1889

Sarah E. Allen, born June 8^th, 1886 (sic), and died Sept. 20, 1889.  She was converted and united with the M. E. Church in 1885, and faithfully sought to bear her part in the work of her Master until life’s close.  In the death of Libbie, as she was known among her friends, our community has lost one of its most beloved members.  She will be greatly missed in Church, home and society, but we realize our loss is her gain.  No one who visited her during her last illness will forget the scenes of that sick room.  Yet her patience was remarkable under her afflictions.  Her eye sight had become so obscured that she could distinguish persons only by their voice, and her sufferings were most severe.  She was heard repeating many passages of Scripture, exhorting all to live near to Jesus so that they might meet her.  As she repeated “I am ready any time,” and on getting friends to sing and play with her she would mingle her voice with theirs in singing the songs she loved so well, and in praise to God for his mercy unto her.  Shortly before her death, she pointed upward saying, “Don’t you see them?”  She passed peacefully away as if going to sleep.  Her remains followed by a large number of friends were conveyed, by her request, to a family Cemetery on Hartshorn Ridge and interred beside her mother.

Dearest Libbie how we miss thee,

Miss thy kindly face and voice,

Yet from sin and sorrow free

We know you in a Savior’s love rejoice.       M.L.B.

 

Allen, Sarah Elizabeth Allen
Source: Monroe County courthouse records, Woodsfield, Ohio, September 20, 1889
Sarah Elizabeth Allen died in Center township, Monroe County, Ohio, September 20, 1889, aged 23 years, 3 months and 12 days, single, born in Center township, daughter of Reuben and Minerva Allen.

 

Armstrong, Herschel Armstrong

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 5 1889

Died, on Friday, Nov. 29^th, of Whooping Cough, Herschel, infant son of E. W. and Anna R. Armstrong, aged 20 days.  Interment on the following day in the Woodsfield Cemetery.  The services were conducted by Rev. J. B. England, pastor of the M. E. Church.  The sympathies of the community are extended to the parents and family.

 

Arn, Mrs. Samuel Arn

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 18 1889

Mrs. Arn, wife of Sam’l Arn, of near Oak, died on the 4^th inst, aged about 40 years.  Interment on the following Sabbath in the St. Jacobs Cemetery.

 

Baker, child of Geo. Baker

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 28 1889

A child of Mr. & Mrs. Geo. Baker, of near Malaga, died of pneumonia of the lungs on last Monday morning.  It was 6 months old.  The interment took place on Tuesday, in the R. C. Cemetery in Miltonsburg.

 

Baker, Melville Baker

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 21 1889

Melville Baker, won of Milton Baker, of near this place, died of typhoid fever on Friday, 8^th inst.  He had been employed near Barnesville and came to his home here, thinking he would soon recover.  But the fever developed in a violent form and resulted in his death.  The Barnesville Republican says:  Mr. Baker was a first-class young man, and was held in the highest regard by all who knew him.  Among his acquaintances here his death causes general sorrow.

 

Baker, Mrs. Baker

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 3 1889

Mrs. Baker, mother of Kasper Baker, of Malaga Tp, died on last Friday, aged about 65 years.  The interment took place on Sunday in the Middle Church Cemetery.  Services were conducted by Rev. Mueller of Miltonsburg.

 

Baker, Mrs. Jacob Baker

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 3 1889

Died, on last Friday morning, Mrs. Jacob Baker, wife of Jacob Baker, of Summit Tp.  Remains were interred in the Middle Church Cemetery on last Sunday.

 

Baltzell, Mary Baltzell

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 28 1889

Mrs. Mary Baltzell, wife of Lewis Baltzell, of Bethel Tp, this County, and sister of John S. Holliday, deceased, was born in Morristown, Belmont County, on April 3^rd, 1821, and died Feb. 14^th, 1889.  She was married in 1851, and moved to Woodsfield in ’54.  From here she moved to Washington County, and afterwoods to this County, where she resided until death.  She was a consistent member of the M. E. Church for several years.  For more than 25 years she was a patient sufferer with consumption.  An aged companion and an adopted son are left to mourn her death.

 

Bandi, Wife of Nicholas Bandi

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 7 1889

The wife of Nicholas Bandi of Green Tp, died on Monday of this week.  She was about 50 years of age.

 

Barkes, Charley Barkes

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 1 1889

Charley, the 8 year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Barkes, of Cemeron, died on last Sunday.  He was a bright little boy, whose loss will be sadly felt by his parents.  Interment Monday evening in the Cameron Cemetery.

 

Barkes, Charley Barkes

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 8 1889

Death has visited the home of our beloved Bro. A. J. and sister Lottie T. Barkes, of Cameron, and taken therefrom their only child, dear little Charley, who died on Lords Day, July 28^th.  Although but seven years of age, little Charley had so endeared himself to the hearts of his parents and the people of Cameron by his manly and winning ways, that it was a sore trial to them to say, “goodby;” but how consoling the words of our blessed Redeemer, “Suffer little children to come unto me.”  Although Charley suffered a great deal for two weeks, his mind was bright until the last, and on Lord’s Day before he died, when the second bell rang out for the children of the village to come to the house of the Lord, one who was watching him said, “Is that the first bell?”  No, he replied, “It is the last bell,” and then said of his Teacher, “O, how Allie will miss me.”  Then just before he crossed the cold stream of death, he clasped his arms around the neck of his dear mother and said, “Mamma I cannot stay here, any longer; come and go with me.”  The parents of the deceased have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement; they have been followers of the meek and lowly for a number of years; may God help them to bear their troubles and to discharge all of their Christian duties.  The funeral procession was all under the supervision of Elder Jessie B. Henthorn, assisted by the sisters of the Cameron Church of Christ.  It has never been my lot to behold a more beautiful funeral Cortege than that which followed little Charley to his last resting place, and to see those little boys and girls his associates marching in the procession carrying those beautiful flowers emblems of purity, and to see them after the lid was lowered to cover it with beautiful flowers.  God bless the children of Cameron; may they so live that when death comes to the, that they may meet Charley in that Eden of love where flowers ever bloom and never fade.  Funeral sermon by the writer of this; subject from Matthew, 19^th chapter, 14^th verse.

 

Barnes, J. W. Barnes

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

J. W. Barnes, editor of the Tyler (W.Va.) Star, died of Bright’s disease at his home in Middlebourne on Monday of last week.  He was about 42 years of age and a news paper man of good ability.  In his extreme youth he enlisted in the 20^th O.V.I., and served his country well for three years.  The interment took place at Summerfield, his old home.

 

Barnes, James A. Barnes

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

James A Barnes, of St. Clairsville, brother of the late Secretary of State, died suddenly of heart disease.

 

Beaver, daughter of Frances Beaver

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 3 1889

Died, on Sept. 18^th, of Diphtheria, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frances Beaver of Jackson Tp. – Deceased was 2 years and 4 months of age.

 

Benner, James Benner

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Parkersburg, W. Va., Feb. 8 – While James Benner, a farmer, near Murrayville, was hauling fire-wood in a wagon on a hillside on his farm, the load upset and fell upon him breaking his back.  When found, several hours later, he was dead.

 

Berlt, Nellie Berlt

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 18 1889

Mellie, the four-weeks-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. P. Berlt, died of cholera infantum at noon yesterday.  The funeral will take place at four o’clock this afternoon, interment in the village cemetery.  The bereaved parents have the sympathy of all in the sad bereavement of their first born. – Clarington Independent.

 

Bishop, Clay Bishop

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 6 1889

Summerfield: Clay Bishop, after a long spell of sickness, died Wednesday, leaving a wife and son.  The community will miss him very much, as he was a man highly respected by everybody who knew him.  He was one of the finest mechanics in the country, and by his industry and honesty had built up a large business in manufacturing of carriages and wagons of this place.

 

Bishop, Milton Bishop

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1889

Milton Bishop, son of Wesley Bishop, formerly of this County, but now of Steubenville, died at his home near Steubenville on Wednesday, Oct. 30^th.  He died from injuries received about a year ago while at work in a coal mine.  The remains were removed to Woodsfield and interred in the Moose Ridge Cemetery.

 

Bonar, Miss Ella Bonar

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 11 1889

Miss Ella Bonar, daughter of Wm. Bonar, of Salem Tp, died on Consumption on the 1^st inst.  Interment Wednesday in the Syke’s Cemetery

 

Bruen, Mrs. Edward Bruen

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

Argus: Mrs. Edward Bruen, who fell from a ladder while picking apples about ten days ago, died from her injuries on Monday night.  Interment in Presbyterian Cemetery, yesterday (Tuesday).  Rev. W. A. Williams, of Centerville, conducted the services.  This sad affair has cast a gloom over the community.  A very large concourse of friends followed the remains to their last resting place.  The bereaved ones have the sympathy of the entire community in this their dire affliction.

 

Butt, Michael Butt

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 29 1889

Died – Michael Butt, of Woodsfield, about 2 o’clock Wednesday morning.  Mr. Butt had been complaining for several days of a pain about his heart, but continued his work as usual and was about town on Tuesday evening.  He died very suddenly of paralysis shortly after he began to complain on Wednesday morning.

 

Cain, Lena Cain

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 3 1889

Lena, wife of Jacob L. Cain, of near Round Bottom, died at their home on Sept. 18^th, after an illness of several months.  Deceased was 29 years of age.  Interment on Friday at 1 p. m. in the Cemetery at St. Jacob’s Church.

 

Calvert, Mother Calvert

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Stafford: Yesterday Mother Calvert’s remains were brought here from her daughter’s, Mrs. Elliott’s who lives a few miles in the country, and taken to the Christian Church, where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Floyde of the M. E. Church, of which she was a worthy member.  She was very aged being about 93 years of age and much beloved by neighbors and friends of whom an immense crowd following her remains to our cemetery.

 

Campbell, Mrs. Lucinda Campbell

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 18 1889

Mrs. Lucinda Campbell, wife of Mr. Wm. Campbell, and sister of Mrs. Dr. Armstrong, of this place, died at her home at Campbell’s Mill, near Fairpoint, Belmont County, on Tuesday morning.  She will be interred at Crab Apple Church on Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock.

 

Carlisle, John Carlisle

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 5 1889

Mr. John Carlisle, one of the oldest residents in this Township, died last Sunday evening.  He was about 80 years of age.  Death was not caused by any particular malady, but was due to his extreme age.  The interment took place Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the Ozark Cemetery.

 

Carpenter, son of E. S. Carpenter

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 8 1889

The five year old son of Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Carpenter, of Seneca Tp, died on Tuesday of last week, after an illness of only a few moments.  Interment on Wednesday in the Calais Cemetery.

 

Christman, Louis Christman

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 21 1889

Louis Christman, of near Miltonsburg, died on Monday of Con…

 

Clegg, Richard Clegg

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 6 1889

Mr. Richard Clegg, aged about 80 years, died at his home in Green Tp on last Sunday morning.  He was one of the oldest citizens in the County, and was well respected as a man of intelligence.  Interment on Monday in the Presbyterian Cemetery at New Castle.

 

Colvig, James M. Colvig

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

Died, of brain trouble, on Sept. 17^th, 1889, in Salem Tp, James M., son of Wm. And Mary Colvig, aged 17 years, 10 months and 6 days.  Through all his suffering he bore it very patiently and passed off as if in gentle slumber.  The remains were taken to the Walton Cemetery, followed by quite a large number of friends and relatives, on the 19^th and laid to their eternal rest.

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Dearest brother, thou hast left us,

And your loss we deeply feel;

But ‘tis God that hath bereft us –

He can all our sorrows heal.                C. A. W.

 

Colvig, Jas. Colvig

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 26 1889

Died, on 17^th inst., Jas. Colvig, son of Wm. Colvig, of Salem Tp. – Deceased was 17 years of age, and was a young man of exemplary habits.  Death was caused by disease of the brain.

 

Cooley, Clara Cooley nee Ullman

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 27 1889

Clara, wife of Herman Cooley, and daughter of E. M. and C. E. Ullman, departed this life on the 1^st inst., of that dreaded disease, consumption.  She was 24 years, 5 months and 3 days of age.  Interment in the Unity Cemetery on the Sabbath afternoon.  The deceased was born near Antioch, and was the daughter of highly and esteemed Christian parents; she united in youth with the Baptist Church with which denomination she lived a consistent life.  On November 23^rd 1887, she was married to Mr. Herman Cooley, after which they removed to Athens, Ohio, where they resided and there remained until some time during her illness, when the thought came o’er her mind to return to her former home.  Her father, mother and husband accompanied her, but before they reached their destination, the angel of death came and bore her spirit to God who gave it.  There was born to Mr. and Mrs. Cooley, one daughter which was too bright for this world.  Though earth has again been visited by the white-winged angel, and home has been robbed of its brightest jewel, and bereaved friends have been stricken with grief, we console out hearts with the blessed assurance that our loss is her eternal gain, and that our beloved sister is gone to that celestial land where the pall of death never falls, and where “God shall wipe away all tears.”

 

Craig, Sallie Craig

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 19 1889

Miss Sallie Craig died of typhoid fever, in Allegheny on Sunday evening, Dec. 8^th, after a brief illness.  Deceased was 21 or 22 years of age and a daughter of Mr. James Craig, of Salem Tp.  She was a young lady of excellent character, beloved and respected by all.  Her remains were taken to Clarington on the Ben Hur Monday evening, and from thence to her late home, from whence the funeral took place on Tuesday.  The remains were interred in the Ollom burying ground on Opossum Creek.

 

Crook, Thos. Crook

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 9 1889

Mr. Thos. Crook, of Jackson Co., W. Va., died on last Friday evening at the residence of Bowen Hixenbaugh, east of town.  Mr. Crook was an uncle of Mrs. Hixenbaugh and was visiting there at the time of his death.  He was about 77 years of age.  The funeral took …

 

Dangel, child of Julius Dangel

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 25 1889

A little child of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Dangel, of Switzerland Tp, died on Saturday, 13^th inst.  The interment took place the following day in the cemetery at the Brick Church.  Services were conducted…

 

Davis, Mrs. Elizabeth Davis

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, who resided on Wheeling Island, died on 2^nd inst, at the age of 98.  She was a daughter of Jas. Davis, an aide of Washington’s in the Revolutionary War.  Mrs. Davis could remember all the presidents from Washington to the present time.

 

Davis, Sarah Davis

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 19 1889

Jerusalem:  Mrs. Sarah Davis, of near this place, died Dec. 9^th at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. Thomas.  The remains were interred in the Quaker Cemetery south of town.

 

Decker, Geo. Decker            

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 14 1889

Mr. Geo. Decker, Sr., one of the oldest and best known citizens of Monroe County, died at his home in Sunsbury Tp on Tuesday of this week.  He was 77 years of age, and had resided for 72 years on the farm on which he died.  He was a good citizen, energetic and industrious, and an exemplary member of the Christian Church for 54 years.  The interment will take place at 10 a.m. today (Thursday) in the Baptist Cemetery near Beallsville.  Services will be conducted by Elder W. J. Roberts.

 

Dickerson, Alex. Dickerson

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1889

Died, on the 4^th inst., at his home near Summerfield, Mr. Alex. Dickerson, aged 83 years.  Interment the following day in the McVicker’s Cemetery.

 

Diehl, Chris Diehl

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 11 1889

Mr. Chris Diehl, of Highland co., died on Monday of this week.  He was a brother of Mr. Fred Diehl, of this place.

 

Diehl, John H. Diehl  [Source: The Spirit of Democracy Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., April 11, 1889]

    John H. Diehl, a prominent German citizen of this township died Friday, April 5, 1889 at the advanced age of 83 years. Mr. Diehl was a native of Germany and came to United States in 1837, moving direct to Pittsburgh, where he resided for 19 years. In 1856, he came to this county where he made his home for the remainder of his life. He was a member of the Lutheran Church, and was associated with the Lewisville branch of that denomination for 33 years.    
    The funeral services were conducted on last Sabbath by the Reverend Egger
 Interment in Barber Ridge cemetery. Mr. Diehl was the father of five children, three of whom are deceased.

 

Dillon, Elizabeth Dillon nee Thornberry   2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Antioch: Our Antioch correspondent favors us with the following facts concerning Mrs. Dr. Dillon, mention of whose death was made in our last issue: Since our Monday’s communication, a gloom has been spread over our village and vicinity, caused by the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Dillon, daughter of Mr. Wm. Thornberry, deceased, of Jerusalem, this County, and wife of Dr. John E. Dillon, of this place.  Her death occurred Feb. 4^th at 1 o’clock p.m.  She was in her 43^rd year, being born Nov. 27^th, 1846.  She was a consistent Christian, and a worthy member of the M. E. Church.  She was a Dyspeptic, and her suffering for past months has been intense.  Her loss will not only be felt around the family fireside, but the whole community in which she was held in the highest esteem, mourns her loss and will share in their bereavement.  Services were held at the house conducted by Rev. A. E. Barnes; interment in the Woodsfield Cemetery.

 

Dillon, Mrs. Dillon nee Thornberry

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Mrs. Dillon, wife of Dr. Dillon of Antioch, and daughter of Wm. Thornberry formerly of Jerusalem died on Monday.  Interment in Woodsfield Cemetery on Tuesday.  An extended account will appear next week.

 

Dotson, Lou Dotson

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 12 1889

Once more the angel reaper of death has visited our community, and took for its prey Miss Lou Dotson, daughter of Benjamin and Kate Dotson, of Swazey, O., who departed this life Nov. 9^th, 1889, aged 23 years.  She united with the M. E. Church about a year ago.  She leaves a father, mother, three brothers, one sister and a large circle of friends to mourn her loss.  Her remains were followed by a large concourse of friends to the Swazey Cemetery; Rev. Cummings conduction the services.  The departed one, notwithstanding her short stay on earth, had endeared herself to many warm friends, in fact, to know her was to love her.  To the bereaved friends we would say we doubt not there is a feeling of loneliness in your hearts; not alone in your hearts, but in your home as wee; a vacant place which can never be filled; not only in your hearts, but in the hearts of the many who loved to call her “friend.”  But how great the consolation that when the loved ones are torn from us that they have only departed to a better home.  The bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community, the prayers of the people and the promise of the Gospel in this sad hour.  Lou was always smiling, and the smile was still on her face when the Lord in mercy called her home to live with him forever.

 

Dougherty, Simon Dougherty

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 25 1889

Mr. Simon Dougherty, of Washington Tp, died suddenly on the morning of the 14^th inst.  He had been out hunting the night before, and was relating the exciting experiences of the chase, when he made a convulsive movement or two and settling back in his chair, instantly expired.  He was a prominent Democrat and one of the leading farmers of that section, and about 60 years of age.  The interment took place on the 15^th inst, in the Catholic Cemetery on Little Muskingum.

 

Draper, Wm. Draper

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1889

Died- On last Sunday morning Wm. Draper, an aged and respected citizen of Summit Township.  He was over 79 years old.  Has been a member of the M.E. Church for 46 years.  His remains were laid to rest in the Bracken Chapel Cemetery on Monday last.

 

Eaton, Grandma Eaton

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 11 1889

Stafford:  Grandma Eaton, whose sickness has been noticed from time to time, after much intense suffering, passed quietly to her rest at 2 o’clock p. m., on last Thursday.  She was 75 years of age, and for many years has kept hotel.  On Friday, her remains were taken to the M. E. Church, of which she was a worthy member, where an impressive funeral discourse was preached by Rev. Floyde.  At the conclusion of the sermon, a very large concourse of people filed past the elegant casket.

Charlie Shaffer, wife and daughter, of Harrietsville, and J. S. Eaton and wife, of Middle Creek, attended the funeral of their mother, the latter remaining until Sunday.  Miss Lizzie Eaton will keep the hotel for the present.

 

Eaton, Mrs. Sarah Eaton

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 11 1889

Mrs. Sarah Eaton, of Stafford, died on Wednesday of last week, of lung trouble.  She was 76 years of age, and had been ill for several weeks.  Interment in the Stafford Cemetery on Thursday.

 

Edington, John Edington  2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Beallsville: Since our last, John Edington a mute of our town has departed this life.  The funeral services were conducted by Elder Elmore, of Indiana, and his remains were interred in the Presbyterian cemetery.

 

Edington, John Edington

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 7 1889

Mr. John Edington, of Washington Tp, died on 23d inst, at the advanced age of 68 years.  Interment on the following Monday in the Connor Cemetery.  Services were conducted by Rev. W. G. Lemmons.

 

Edington, John W. Edington

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Death has again visited our town and invading the home of Mrs. Edington, took from her, her only son.  At the age of about 11 months, he had an attack of spinal meningitis which left him deaf and dumb.  About six weeks prior to his death, he took a severe attack of Inflammatory Rheumatism; he also took diphtheria, which with organic lung trouble resulted in his death, at about 20 minutes past 4 o’clock, on the morning of January 30^th, 1889.  He died in the 19^th year of his age.

 

Edman, Alice Ehman

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 21 1889

Died, Oct. 20^th, 1889, Alice, youngest daughter of Lazarus Ehman.  She had been ailing since the holidays of 1887, at which time she contracted a severe cold, resulting in Lung Fever; from this came that dreaded disease, Consumption.  She received medical treatment at Wheeling during August and September, returning home one week before her death.  She was born Nov. 24^th, 1878, and for one so young her sufferings were borne with great fortitude.  She goes to join her mother and sister on the other shore, “Where sickness and sorrow never come.”  The father, remaining sister and brother have the sincere sympathy of the community.  Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Hubbard, after which the remains were interred in the Lentz Cemetery.

 

Edwards, Mahlon Edwards – 2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Mahlon Edwards, an old and respected citizen of Monroe Co., died at his home near Stafford on Feb. 21^st, in the 67^th year of his age.  He was born in Londen (sic) Co., Virginia, and came to Ohio when but 13 years of age.  By industry and good management, he succeeded in gaining a fair portion of this world’s goods.  He was a sufferer for many years, being afflicted with asthma, which finally merged into dropsy.  He died, trusting in the Lord for the future.  The bereaved family have the sympathy of many friends.

 

Edwards, Mahlon Edwards

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 28 1889

Mahlon Edwards, father of M. O. Edwards, of Wayne Tp, died on Thursday night of last week, of dropsy.  The interment took place on Saturday.

 

Eisenbarth, Casper Eisenbarth

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Ohio Township: Casper Eisenbarth died on the 18^th inst, aged 75 years.  Funeral on the 20^th inst.

 

Eisenbarth, Casper Eisenbarth

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 28 1889

Mr. Casper Eisenbarth, who died on Monday of last week, at his home near Hannibal, was an old patron of this paper.  He was a native of Switzerland and emigrated to the United States in 1830.

 

Elliott, Louisa J. Elliott nee Martin

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 5 1889

Louisa J. Elliott, wife of Jacob Elliott, and daughter of E. J. and F. W. Martin, born July 13, 1859, died Nov. 25^th, 1889.  She leaves a husband, one child, father, mother and two brothers to mourn her loss.  She was converted about the age of 14, and was a faithful member of the M. E. Church from that until her death.  She gave bright testimony in her last hours that Christ is able to save to the uttermost.  She exhorted her friends to meet her beyond the Pearly Gates whither she has gone to go out no more forever.

 

English, John W. English

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

John W. English, a well-to-do Noble County farmer, suicided on Thursday night of last week.

 

Faber, Mrs. Faber

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 16 1889

Mrs. Faber, mother of Henry Faber, of Summerfield, died at her home in Malaga Tp, on last Thursday morning.  Death was caused by cancer, with which disease she had suffered for many years.  She was born in Saxony, Germany, and was 66 years of age.  Interment on Saturday in the German M. E. Cemetery in Malaga Tp.  Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Meck, of Woodsfield.

 

Farnsworth, Howard Farnsworth

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 18 1889

Howard Farnsworth, the subject of this sketch, was born in Belmont Co., O., on March 16^th 1831, and died at Redhouse Shoals, Putnam Co., W. Va., on the 8^th of this month.  In early life he located in Wayne Tp, this County, where he lived until the spring of ’81, when he moved to West Virginia where he resided until his death.  He had many friends in his new home, who will unite with his old friends here, in sorrowing over the departed.  He leaves a widow and son, J. M. Farnsworth, aged 21 years, who is now very low with Consumption, and can not survive the father very long.  Mr. Farnsworth’s death was brought about by the lengthy trip to Denver, Colorado, where he took his son in the hope of improving his health.  His own death occurred 18 days after their return home.  The deceased had been a member of the Christian Church for about 40 years, and was a very zealous and devoted Christian.

 

Farnsworth, Howard Farnsworth

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1889

Howard Farnsworth, husband of Sarah Farnsworth, died at his home below Red House Shoals, W. Va., April 8, 1889, aged 58 years and 23 days.

Mr. Farnsworth was the son of David and Elizabeth (Brewer) Farnsworth, and was born in Belmont County, Ohio, March 16^th, 1831.  He was married May 20^th, 1853, to Miss Nancy Cronin who died October 6^th 1861, leaving him three sons and one daughter who are now living.  In Monroe County, Ohio, November 27^th, 1864, Mr. Farnsworth was married to the wife who survives him and who was Miss Sarah Drum, the daughter of Simon and Lydia (Noffsinger) Drum.  He remained a citizen of Monroe County till 1881, when he bought himself a good farm below Red House Shoals and moved on it, living an industrious, peaceful and prosperous life up to the time of his death.  From his second marriage, he had two sons, the elder of whom, Madison, died in July of 1888.  The younger son John M., who is mentioned in this sketch, survived his father just one week.  His son Madison has been a sufferer from Catarrh which terminated in Consumption which was the cause of his death.  In the fall, symptoms of the same disease began to manifest themselves in the younger son John.  Medical advice was immediately sought and every effort made to check the progress of the disease but without avail.

Deeply troubled for the life of their youngest son, the parents determined to try a change of climate which seemed to hold out the last hope to them.  Cherishing this hope, Mr. Farnsworth hastened with his son to Colorado.  The result disappointed their fond hopes.  The change was too severe for the weak condition of the patient.  Instead of improving he rapidly grew worse.  But the son was not the only sufferer.  The mental worry and trouble of the father’s anxiety at the precarious condition of his son, together with the fatigue of the journey and the change of climate were too great a tax on the aged constitution of the parent.  He broke down under the heavy strain and by the time they were home again, he was the greater invalid of the two.  He went away in health and was not gone two months, but came home to die.  He took his bed immediately on arriving at home and did not leave it till he entered upon the journey to his eternal abiding place. 

Mr. Farnsworth was a good citizen and neighbor, a faithful and affectionate husband, a kind father, and an industrious, persevering, honest and conscientious man.  He had been a professed member of Christ’s Disciples for many years before he died and has, we trust, been called home “where the inhabitants never grow sick and where the weary are at rest and pain and sorrow cease from troubling.”

 

Farnsworth, John M. Farnsworth

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1889

John M. Farnsworth, son of Howard and Sarah Farnsworth, died April 15^th 1889.  It would seem as if the Lord tries by severe affliction them, whom he would make perfect.  In nine months Mrs. Farnsworth has lost her husband and two sons who were her all.  The husband and youngest son were taken in one week.  John M. Farnsworth was born in Monroe County, Ohio, May 12^th, 1867, and was therefore aged 21 years, 11 months and 3 days.  He was taken away just when life was opening up before him.  He held up manfully against the disease, being hopeful to the very last.

He was resigned but would have chosen, if it had been in his power, to remain to comfort and cheer his mother.  But he did not leave his mother comfortless for it is always a comfort to those who are left behind to feel that the departing ones are prepared to go.  He had given himself into His hands who neither slumbers nor sleeps but who giveth His beloved sleep.  In life he had many social and friendly traits which won for him many friends who mourn his loss.  By all who knew him, he was esteemed as a young man of regular habits, courteous bearing and manly purpose.  But our loss is his gain.

White it is better with this father and son who went so nearly together on the heavenly journey, yet it was a heavy bereavement for the widow and childless mother who is left to mourn the loss of all that made earth dear to her.  But affliction draweth hearts nearer and many hearts are warm toward her and many pray that “The God of all comfort and the Father of all mercies may comfort her as one whom his mother comforeth.”  B.H.

 

Farnsworth, John M. Farnsworth

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 25 1889

Bellaire Tribune: John M., son of Howard and Sarah Farnsworth, died of consumption April 15^th 1889.  He was born in Monroe Co., Ohio, May 12^th 1867, and was therefore aged 21 years, 11 months and 3 days.  He held up manfully against the disease which had taken hold upon him and was hopeful to the last.  Yet he was ready to died, if it was the will of Him into whose hands he had committed his life.  Mr. Farnsworth was known by all as a young man of steady, moral habits and amiable disposition, and is mourned by many friends and associates.  He had never connected himself with the visible church but before he died gave evidence of an intelligent and sincere faith in his Savior, and we trust is now at rest where disease cannot come.

While it is better with this father and son who have entered the heavenly land so nearly together, yet it is a heavy bereavement for the widow and childless mother who is left to mourn the loss of what made earth dear to her.  For in nine months she has seen her husband and both sons laid away.  But affliction draweth friends nearer, and many hearts warm toward her and many souls pray that the “Father of mercies and the god of all comfort” may confort her “as one whom his mother comforteth.”

 

Feioch, Catherine E. Feioch

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 18 1889

Mrs. Catherine E. Feioch, mother of Geo. Feioch, of near Lewisville, died at the home of the latter on the 13^th inst, aged 84 years.  She was born in Rheinpfalz Baiern, Germany, on Oct. 4^th, 1804, and came to the United States in 1847.  Her husband died in ’56.  She was the mother of one son and two daughters.  The interment took place on Monday in the Lewisville Cemetery, and was attended by a large number of friends and relatives.

 

Fisher, John Fisher

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 4 1889

Mr. John Fisher, of Baresville, died on Thursday of last week.  He was about 78 years of age.

 

Frank, Henry Frank

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 26 1889

Mr. Henry Frank, of near Harriettsville, a son of Oscar Frank, of this county, accidentally shot himself while on his road home from Lewisville on Tuesday of last week from the effects of which he died and was buried on Thursday.

 

Frazier, Geo. F. Frazier

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Last Wednesday’s dailies conveyed the sad intelligence that Geo. F. Frazier, son of Judge Wm. Frazier, of Caldwell, had been found dead, sitting in a chair in his room in New York city, where he was attending the College of Physicians and Surgeons.  Mr. Frazier was well known in Woodsfield, where he frequently visited relatives.  His many friends here will be saddened to hear of the unexpected closing of so promising a young life.

 

Gadd, Mrs. Mary Gadd

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 18 1889

Jackson Ridge: Mrs. Mary Gadd, an aged and respected widow, died on the 14^th inst, after a severe illness.  Rev. Barnes of the M. E. Church conducted the funeral services, which were largely attended by neighbors and friends.

 

Gano, P. Gano

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 25 1889

P. Gano, who formerly resided at Sardis, where his father still lives, and from whence he enlisted in the 25^th Ohio, in which regiment he was a commissioned officer by promotion, died at New Martinsville on the 12^th inst.  He was an attorney for several years in W. Va., and during the Cleveland Administration was a clerk in the pension department.  He was 51 years of age.  Interment at Sardis.

 

Garard, Leota Bell Garard

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 3 1889

Died, of Consumption, Sept. 17^th, 1889, Leota Bell Garard, in the 16^th year of her age.  Bell was a delicate and obedient little girl, always pleasant and cheerful.  She was disposed to look upon the bright side of all things.  During her sickness she was never known to utter a word of complaint, looking hopefully for the time to come when she should regain her health, but alas! God called her home to dwell in the eternal sunshine of everlasting felicity, where joy, peace, and love endure throughout the cycles of a never ending eternity.

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Be still, sad heart, thou hast no sorrow,

We know we’ll meet in the glad to-morrow,

In that bright clime on the other shore,

To strike glad hands forevermore.

 

Gatchell, Mrs. Robert Gatchell

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 21 1889

Mrs. Gatchell, wife of Robert Gatchell, of Jerusalem, suddenly died on last Monday morning, of cerebral hemorrhage.  Interment yesterday in the Friends’ Cemetery, south of town.

 

Gatchell, Mrs. Robt. Gatchell – 2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 21 1889

Jerusalem:  Mrs. Gatchell, wife of Robt. Gatchell, died this morning with cerebral hemorrhage.

 

Gibbins, “Grandfather” Gibbins

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 19 1889

Jerusalem:  Grandfather Gibbins, of Quaker Ridge, died at the home of his son, Thomas, Dec. 7^th.  Remains were interred in the Bush Cemetery.

 

Gillespie, Eliza Gillespie

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 13 1889

Eliza, daughter of Geo. Gillespie, of Adams Tp, died on last Saturday, of diphtheria (sic).  Deceased was 12 years of age, and was only sick three days.  Interment on Sunday in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery.  Services were conducted by A. K. Conley.

 

Gillespie, Lucy Myrtle Gillespie

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 23 1889

Died, of whooping cough, on April 27^th, 1889, Lucy Myrtle, daughter of O. and N. Gillespie, aged 5 weeks and 3 days.

Weep not because your darling

Was borne to worlds on high,

Before her charms did half unclose,

To your admiring eyes.

She has joined her angel sister,

And they’re waiting till you come;

Pray God to guard and keep you

Till you safely meet at home.                        (Emma)

 

Gillespie, Lyde Gillespie

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 27 1889

Died, of Diptheria (sic), on Saturday evening, June 8^th 1889, after a few days sickness, Lyde Gillespie, aged 11 years and 28 days.  She was the fourth daughter of the seven children of George and Lucy Gillespie, of Mt. Carrick.  She was a bright little girl, much loved by the family, Church and community she will be sadly missed; but God being a Father of Love and all wise, we are resigned to his will.  These visitations are the Father’s love manifested in a way we cannot at the present comprehend.  This, we do know, that God who gave her for a season has, for a good and wise purpose, called her to himself.

Lyde has passed from earth away,

No more she’ll know of grief and care;

The summons came she could not stay,

And those left behind should not despair.

 

Gosney, Mrs. Rhoda Gosney nee Wetzel

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 16 1889

The last living direct descendant in West Virginia, of the famous old hunter and Indian fighter, Louis Wetzel, passed away on Tuesday last, in the person of Mrs. Rhoda Gosney, nee Wetzel, widow of the late Hamilton Gosney.  She was a niece of Louis Wetzel, and had reached the advanced age of 85 years.

 

Graham, Mrs. Phebe Graham

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 13 1889

Mrs. Phebe Graham, formerly a resident of Powhatan, but since the year 1870 residing on a farm near Brazito, Mo., died May 11^th, in the 77^th year of her age.

 

Greenlee, David Greenlee

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

David Greenlee, an aged citizen of this County, and father of G. W. Greenlee of Clarington, died of dropsy of the heart, at his home near Round Bottom on 28^th inst.  He was 77 years of age.  Interment in the Chapel Hill cemetery on Wednesday.

 

Griffith, Samuel Griffith

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 19 1889

Argus:  Samuel Griffith, well known in this vicinity, died at his home 1 mile west of this place, on Nov. 29^th, at 11:42 p.m.  He had been quite feeble for past two years.  He was a native of Pennsylvania, being born in Washington County, on the 28^th of March, 1801.  In 1831 he located in Sunsbury Tp on a farm, on which he resided until his death.  He was one of the earlier settlers of this vicinity.  A great portion of the country being covered with the natural forest at that time.  He was one of the founders of the Presbyterian Church at Beallsville, and was a very consistent member of the Church of his adoption until his death.  The funeral took place Dec. 1^st, from the family residence, Rev. W. Darby, of this place, who had been personally acquainted with the deceased for some two and a half score of years, conducted the funeral services, whose remarks were very appropriate and duly appreciated by the large number of near relatives and intimate friends.  Deceased leaves three sons and one brother.  The interment took place in the Presbyterian Cemetery of this place.

 

Grimes, Dr. Grimes

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 5 1889

Dr. Grimes, a prominent citizen of Fairview, died rather suddenly at his home in that place the past week.  The Doctor was sick, and after taking his medicine called his wife to him and told her that he feared he had taked (sic) too much … room to the other, and laid down by the fire.  His fears, however, proved correct, and in a few moments after he was found to be in a dying condition, and all remedies were without avail.

 

Hall, child of A. Hall

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. A. Hall, of Cochransville, died on Friday of last week.  Interment on Saturday in the Carson Cemetery.

 

Hall, S. Hall

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Mr. S. Hall, of Clarington, died on the 1^st inst., after a sickness of only a few days.  Asthma was the cause of his death.  He was about 60 years of age, was a photographer by profession, and an intelligent and highly respected man.

 

Hamilton, Sylvester G. Hamilton

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 14 1889

Sylvester G. Hamilton, who died of consumption in Louisville, Ky., on Oct. 24^th, had a remarkable history.  He was born in Woodsfield, about 1850, and when a young man went to Wheeling, where he obtained employment in a wholesale dry goods house.  He spent several years in Wheeling, and married Miss Blanche McAfee.  About 1878 Hamilton left Wheeling with his wife, and when next heard of he was plunging in Wall Street, a member of the Stock Exchange, and the owner of a $250,000 house on Fifth Avenue.  For the succeeding two or three years Hamilton’s operations rivaled some of the financial experiences of Monte Cristo, or rather those of more recent “Napoleons of finance,” and then came a crash, which left him stranded on the shores of impecuniosity.  He left New York, and after a good deal of drifting about he reached Louisville, where he died as stated.  His remains were taken to Wheeling for interment.  He has a number of relatives in Monroe County.

 

Handschumaker, Mary Handschumaker

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 21 1889

Jerusalem:  Mrs. Mary Handschumaker, a well-known and highly respected Christian lady, departed this life on Sunday night.  Deceased leaves a husband, two children and many friends to mourn her loss.  Funeral services were held on Tuesday.  Interment in the Presbyterian Cemetery at this place.

 

Hannahs, Mrs. Hannahs

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

The remains of Mrs. Hannahs, who died at Bloomfield, were interred in the Brownsville Cemetery.  Rev. Barnes conducted the services.

 

Harbin, Mrs. Darling Harbin

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 5 1889

Died, Mrs. Darling Harbin, of Lewisville, this County, on Saturday morning, Nov. 30^th, 1889, of dropsy of the heart, in the 73d year of her age.  Mrs. Harbin was born in Virginia in 1816, and came to Ohio in 1828, and has been a resident of Lewisville … remains of the deceased were interred in the Buchanan Cemetery Sunday afternoon, and were followed by a large concourse of relatives and friends.  The mourning ones have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.

 

Haught, son of Geo. Haught

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 2 1889

On the morning of April 19^th, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Haught, of Jackson Tp, awakened to find that their infant son had died during the night.

 

Heck, Annie Heck

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 26 1889

Miss Annie Heck, daughter of John Heck, of this place, died of Consumption on last Saturday, after an illness of several weeks.  Short services were conducted at the house on Sabbath, and were participated in by the elders and brethren of the Christian Church – of which the deceased was a member.  The remains were interred in the Bush Cemetery near Malaga.  She was about 17 years of age, and a young lady of many admirable qualities.  The entire community tender warmest sympathies to the sorrowing relatives.

 

Hendricks, Henry Hendricks

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 4 1889

Henry Hendricks, the subject of this obituary, died March 18^th, 1889 at Mancelona Mich.  He was for many years a citizen of Monroe County, Ohio; about two years ago he moved to Northern, Mich., where he resided until the messenger of death released him from his suffering.  He leaves a companion and three children in Michigan, one in Ohio, one in Arkansas, and one supposed to be in Indiana.  Besides this there are many distant relatives and friends in this County who mourn their loss.

 

Henthorn, Mrs. Margaret J. Henthorn

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 9 1889

Mrs. Margaret J. Henthorn, aged about 64 years, died at her home in this place on last Tuesday night.  The deceased was the widow of Captain Wm. Henthorn, of the 25^th O. V. I., who was killed in the battle of Cheat Mountain in 1861.  She was a good, kind Christian lady, and although sick nigh unto death for about seven months, yet she bore all her sufferings without a murmur.  When only 12 years of age, she united with the Christian Church and from that day to the time when death claimed her, she never faltered in her faith.  The greater part of her life was spent in Woodsfield, where she was well respected and admired for her true worth.  Interment today in the Goudy Cemetery.  Services will be conducted by Rev. Meck.

 

Henthorn, son of Dr. Henthorn

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 6 1889

Wetzel Democrat:  A son of the late Dr. Henthorn of Rockport, Monroe Co., O., died last Sunday of typhoid fever.

 

Henthorr, Hannah Henthorr

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 4 1889

Mrs. Hannah Henthorr, of Green Twp, died March 17^th, aged 84 years.  She was an invalid for 6 years.  Interment in the Salem Cemetery.

 

Highman, David Highman  [Source: The Spirit of Democracy Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., July 25, 1889 and another printing was made on Aug. 15, 1889]
    On last Friday, July 19, 1889, Mr. David Highman, one of the oldest residents of Wayne Township died at his home on Rich Fork creek. He had reached the advanced age of 89 years. Interment in Conner Ridge cemetery on last Sabbath.
    August 15, 1889, issue: On July 19, 1889, David Highman, one of the oldest residents of Wayne township died at the residence of his son, Marcus Highman, on Richfork Creek in Wayne township, this county, aged 89 years, two months, and six days. Deceased had eleven children, fifty-seven grandchildren and ninety-six great grandchildren. He was married to Jane Lowe in 1824, near Bellaire, Ohio. He lived in Ohio until his first child was born, then moved to Pennsylvania where three more children were born, then moved to Virginia when three more were born, then moved to Ohio some fifty years ago and four more children were added to them. He entered eighty acres of land under Van Buren which he held until about five years ago when he sold out to his son with whom he lives. On the 28th February 1877, he was stricken with paralysis of the right side which caused him to lay in bed for over twelve long years, but during all this period of time, there never was a murmur or complaint escaped his lips. He did not seen to suffer much until about four weeks before he died, but then he suffered untold agonies and even then in his patience he reminded one of Job, such patience and seeming cheerfulness the writer never witnessed. He had all the care that loving hands and sympathizing friends could administer to him. He died without an enemy and was always a good neighbor, friendly with everybody. To know him was to love him. He was followed to the Connor cemetery by a large concourse of people, the long, which showed the esteem in which he was held, and was laid to rest besides his wife who preceded him some nine years ago. Six children are left to mourn the loss of a king and an affectionate father and the community loses one of its best citizens. His life and character was one worthy of imitation. L. W. W. 

 

Highman, David Highman – 2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1889

Died July 19^th, 1889, David Highman, at the residence of his son, Marcus, in Wayne Tp, this County, aged 89 years 2 months and 6 days.  Deceased had eleven children, 57 grand children and 96 great grand children.  He was married to Jane Lowe in 1824, near Bellaire, Ohio.  He lived in Ohio until his first child was born, then moved to Pennsylvania where three children were born, then moved to Virginia where three more were born then moved to Ohio some fifty years ago and 4 more children were added to them.  He entered 80 acres of land under Van Buren which he held until about five years ago when he sold out to his son with whom he lived.  On the 28^th of February, 1877, he was stricken with paralasis (sic) of the right side which caused him to lay in bed for over twelve long years, but during all this period of time there never was a murmur or complaint escaped his lips.  He did not seem to suffer much until about four weeks before he died, but then he suffered untold agonies and even then in his patience he reminded one of Job; such patience and seeming cheerfulness the writer never witnessed.  He had all the care that loving hands and sympathizing friends could administer to him, he died without an enemy and was always a good neighbor, friendly with everybody.  To know him was to love him.  He was followed to the Connor Cemetery by a very large concourse of people, the procession being about one-fourth of a mile long, which showed the esteem in which he was held, and was laid to rest besides his wife who preceded him some 9 years ago.  Six children are left to mourn the loss of a kind and an affectionate father, and the community loses one of its best citizens.  His life and character was one worthy of imitation.   L.W.W.

 

Highman, David Highman

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 25 1889

Edwina: On last Friday, Mr. David Highman, one of the oldest residents of Wayne Tp, died at his home on Rich Fork Creek.  He had reached the advanced age of 89 years.  Interment in the Connor Ridge Cemetery on last Sabbath.

 

Hines, Wm. Hines

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 22 1889

Wm. Hines a prominent farmer and well-respected citizen of Malaga Tp, died on Thursday of last week of Inflammation of the Bowels.  His death was expected as he had been an invalid for 5 years.  He was born in Marietta and was 52 years, 2 months and 16 days of age.  He was a most exemplary citizen, and had been a member of the German M. E. Church for many years.  The remains were interred in the German M. C. Cemetery, near Middle Church, on Saturday.  Services were conducted by Rev. Meck, of Woodsfield, assisted by Rev. Karl Mueller.

 

Hissom, Eva A. Hissom nee Wright

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 28 1889

Eva A. Hissom, wife of John L. Hissom and daughter of William Wright, born in Monroe County, Feb. 19^th, 1865, married Jan. 13^th, 1886, and died at her home near Long Reach, W. Va., Nov. 18, 1889.  She was converted at the age of 16 and united with the U. B. Church of which she was a consistent member and faithfully bore her cross until she was called from the church militant to the church triumphant where she will receive her crown of glory around the throne of God.  The cause of her death was dyspepsia of which she had been a patient sufferer for some years.  Her last words were, “Brighter and brighter,” “The light is brighter.” She leaves a husband and two children who have the sympathy of their many friends.  Her remains were conveyed, by her request, to the U. B. Cemetery at the Locust Grove in this County.

 

Hixenbaugh, Geo. Hixenbaugh

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1889

On last Saturday afternoon, Geo. Hixenbaugh and his son-in-law named Burkhard, started out hunting, both being armed with shot guns.  The field over which they expected to look for game was only about a mile distant from Woodsfield and near the home of Boen, a brother of Geo. Hixenbaugh.  Along toward evening, Hixenbaugh found himself near the home of his son-in-law and hallooed to his daughter, inquiring if her husband had returned.  He was answered in the negative and continued his hunting.  Shortly afterwards his daughter heard a shriek followed by the report of his gun.  She thought nothing strange, supposing he had bagged some game.  Some time afterward Burkhard returned, but his companion failed to put in appearance.  A search was instituted and he was found dead about 150 years from the house, and about ten feet from his gun, with a charge of shot in the region of the heart.  The generally-accepted theory is that it was a case of suicide.  He was about 51 years of age.

 

Hixenbaugh, Geo. Hixenbaugh

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 22 1889

Griffith: The remains of Mr. Geo. Hixenbaugh were interred in the Jackson Ridge Cemetery on Sabbath, 11^th inst.  Mr. Hixenbaugh formerly resided in this neighborhood.

 

Hobbs, Mrs. T. T. Hobbs

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

We omitted to make mention last week of the death of Mrs. T. T. Hobbs, of Antioch, which occurred on the 8^th inst.  She had been a sufferer for some time with Consumption, and her death, while greatly deplored, was expected.  She was about 35 years of age, a member of the M. E. Church, and an intelligent and worthy woman.  The interment took place in the Moffett Cemetery on the 9^th.

 

Holland, Mrs. S. S. Holland

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Stafford: The eldest daughter of Mrs. Okey, wife of S. S. Holland, died on Thursday of childbed fever, only a few lots distant from where the mother lay wrestling for life, while brothers and sisters were forced to hide the tears and choke the sobs that would betray to the mother that the beloved daughter for whom her faint voice inquired was already beyond care and suffering.  Mrs. Holland was a young woman and leaves a husband and seven small children to mourn the loss of a good wife and affectionate mother.

 

Howell, Caroline Howell nee Pontius

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 14 1889

Once more the angel reaper of death visited our little village and took for his prey Caroline Howell, wife of Abner A. Howell, and daughter of Chas. And Christina Pontius.  The deceased was born in Washington County, Ohio, April 5^th, 1856, and departed this life Oct. 4^th, 1889, being 33 years and 6 months old at her death.  The funeral services were conducted by Elder R. S. Bennett, assisted by Rev. Bodmer, on Oct. 6^th, at 11 o’clock a.m.  They tolled the funeral march to the Church nearby, where an immense throng of sympathizing friends and neighbors had assembled to pay their last sad tribute of respect to the departed one.  After services, and when the friends had taken their farewell leave, the pall bearers, twelve in number, took up the corpse and marched in front of nearly five hundred sympathizing friends to the cemetery.  The departed one, notwithstanding her short stay on earth, had endured herself to many warm friends.  She was a lady of high accomplishments and of sterling qualities; in fact, to know her was to love her.

To the bereaved friends we would say, we doubt not there is a feeling of loneliness in your hearts; not only in your hearts but in your homes as well – a vacant place which never can be filled, not only in your hearts and homes but in the hearts and homes of the many who loved to call her “friend.”  In fact I never have known so many outbursts of responsive sympathy from as many sources for one so young.

 

Hudson, Mrs. Ellanne Hudson

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 1 1889

Beallsville: Mrs. Ellanne Hudson, an aged lady, and one of the oldest residents of Beallsville, died the past week.  Her remains were laid in the M. E. Cemetery to rest until the resurrection morning.  She was a most excellent Christian lady.

 

Isenbarth, Mrs. Mary

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 8 1889

Mrs. Mary Isenbarth, of Ohio Township, this County, committed suicide on the night of July 27^th, by jumping into a cistern.  For some time back Mrs. Isenbarth had been worrying over financial matters, and this is supposed to have been the cause of her rush act.  Her husband died last February, leaving everything to his wife during her lifetime, and Mrs. Isenbarth has since been worrying for fear she would do something to jeopardize her children’s interests.  Saturday evening she went to bed as usual, but some time in the night she got up, dressed herself, and going down to the yard, took off the top of the cistern and jumped in.  She was not missed until daylight when not being found in her room a search was instituted, which ended in the discovery of her body in the cistern.  She was 69 years old.

 

Jackson, Silas Jackson

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 20 1889

Mr. Silas Jackson died of Gangrene, at the residence of his son, Brice, near Chariton, Lucas Co., Iowa, on Sunday, June 9^th.  Deceased was 78 years of age, and was ill for about four weeks.  He formerly resided on Jackson’s Ridge, this co., and about 14 years ago moved from there to Iowa.

 

Jenni, daughter of Julius Jenni

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 3 1889

Died, on Sept. 24^th, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Jenni, of Switzerland Tp.  Deceased was about 18 months of age.

 

Jennings, A. M. Jennings

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

A.M. Jennings, a prominent farmer residing near Caldwell, died Saturday, 2^nd inst, after a week’s illness, aged 71 years.  He was an upright Christian man, and the father of Prosecutor Jennings, of this County.

 

Jennings, Abram Jennings

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Prosecutor Jennings, of Woodsfield, was called to this place by the illness and death of his father, Mr. Abram Jennings, of near this place, last Friday. – Caldwell Journal.

 

Johnson, Ada Johnson

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 28 1889

Miltonsburgh:  Miss Ada Johnson, of Malaga, died Tuesday evening of consumption.  Remains were interred to-day (Thursday) at 10 o’clock.

 

Johnston, Ada Johnston

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 28 1889

Ada Johnston was born Oct. 26^th, 1860, and died of Consumption, in Malaga, Nov. 20^th, 1889, having passed the 29^th year of her age.  She has been a member of the M. E. Church for nearly 12 years, having joined in 1877, and for the last few years has been a very earnest worker in her Master’s vineyard.  Poor health during the past year, caused her place to be often vacant in the house of God, but we felt sure of her prayers for us in the interest of the cause of Christ.  As a teacher in the day school, she was loved by her scholars and honored by the parents.  Her class of little girls in the Sabbath School was delighted with her and would not give her up until it became impossible for her to teach them.  Humble submissiveness characterized her actions in the Church.  Like a soldier brave, she fell at the post of duty.  A few days before her departure, she was heard repeating the words, “God be praised.”  She seemed to rejoice as the end drew near realizing no doubt, that she had kept the faith, finished her course and that a crown of glory awaited her.  Earthly joys flew away at the approach of, a blessed immortality beyond the grave and as earthy scenes faded with their imperfections, the heavenly opened in more glorious and sublime perfection.  No wonder that heaven was all she wanted.  A member missed in the Church below, but found in …  The attendance of so many relations and friends attested the high esteem in which she was held.  Funeral services were conducted by the pastor – W. G. Lemmon.

 

Johnson, J. T. Johnson

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

Mr. J. T. Johnson, of Pittsburg, husband of Barbara Johnson nee Kindelberger, died at their home in that place on Tuesday of last week.  Mrs. Johnson is now with Woodsfield relatives.

 

Kanzig, Samuel Kanzig

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 25 1889

Sam’l Kanzig, a former resident of this County, died at his home near Kansas City, Mo, on April 4^th, of cancer of the stomach.  He was a brother of mrs. M. Mehl, of Clarington.

 

Kerr, John Kerr

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1889

Mr. John Kerr, one of the oldest and most prominent residents of this Township, departed this life on last Sunday morning.  He was born in Sanquar, Scotland, on Feb. 16^th, 1808, and was, therefore, in the 81st year of his age.  In the year 1826, he was united in marriage – while living in Scotland – to Jeannette Davidson.  After coming to America he resided for a short time in Baltimore, then in Wheeling, and in 1837 came to Monroe County and located on the farm on which he died.  At the time of his coming here, there were but one or two houses in Woodsfield, and he had to cut a road through the densest of woods in order to reach the expected location.  He was the father of twelve children, nine of whom are dead.  Mrs. Kerr died in February, 1885.  Mr. Kerr was an honest, upright citizen, a man of pure motives and clean methods.  His ability and worth were recognized in 1844, when he was appointed to the trustworthy position of County Treasurer, afterwards being elected to the same position for another term.  He was a consistent member of the Presbyterian Church and died in that faith.   The interment took place on Wednesday, the remains being interred in the Woodsfield Cemetery, to which place they were attended by a large number of friends.  Services were conducted by Rev. John B. England, pastor of the Woodsfield M. E. Church.

 

Kerr, John Kerr

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1889

The family of the late John Kerr, of this Tp, desire to tender their sincere thanks to their friends and neighbors for the many acts of kindness extended to him and them during his sickness, death and burial.

 

Kerr, Mary Kerr

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 28 1889

Miss Mary Kerr, sister of Geo. Kerr of Kerr’s Station, died on --- after an illness of three or four years.  She was 61 years of age.  Funeral services were held at the home of the deceased on Friday, and were conducted by Rev. W. H. Day, of the Presbyterian Church, of which denomination Miss Kerr had been a consistent member for several years.  The remains were interred in the Woodsfield Cemetery, and were accompanied thither by a number of friends and relatives.

 

Keysor

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 28 1889

Keysor, the man who was accidentally shot at Antioch, died on Tuesday morning.  The boy Eddington who did the shooting, has been re-arrested and laced under an additional bond of $1,000.

 

King, Mrs. Wm. King

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 8 1889

Mrs. King, wife of Wm. King, of Green Tp, died on Monday.  She was about 60 years of age.  Interment Tuesday in Presbyterian Cemetery at Laings.

 

Koontz, Katie Koontz

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 1 1889

Katie, wife of Geo. Koontz, of Malaga Township, died of Consumption on July 18^th.  She was well known in Woodsfield where she had many friends who will regret to hear of her early death.  The funeral services at Hope were attended by a large number of people, and were conducted by Revs. Pettay and Egger, the former delivering an address in English and the latter in German.

 

Lamping, Fred Lamping

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 5 1889

Mr. Fred Lamping, of New Matamoras, died on last Saturday night of Cancer of the Throat.  Mr. Lamping was formerly a resident of Monroe County, and an ex-Commissioner of the County.

 

Lapp, child of Geo. Lapp

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 25 1889

A little child of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Lapp, of Switzerland Tp, died on last Friday.  Interment on Sunday in the M. E. Cemetery.  Services were conducted by Rev. W. A. Rutledge, of Clarington.

 

Lapp, Michael Lapp

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 28 1889

Mr. Michael Lapp, a prominent citizen of Switzerland Tp, died on the 20^th inst, at the advanced age of 76 years.  He was stricken with paralysis.  Interment Friday in the Bethel Cemetery.

 

Laura R. Moznea (sic), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Moznea (sic), died September 7^th, 1889, aged 1 year, 3 months and 13 days.

Oh, dear Laura, how we miss thee!

And how hard with thee to part!

But we give thee to the Lord,

Who can heal a broken heart.

 

Little, Mr. Thos. Little

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Information was received here last week of the death of Mr. Thos. Little, at the home of a brother in Des Moines, Iowa.  Mr. Little was born at Smithfield, Jefferson Co., O., in 1808, and was, therefore, 81 years of age at the time of his death.  He learned the trade of hatter in Smithfield, and afterwards moved to Reading, Pa., where he pursued the business for a time, and then returning to Smithfield.  He came to Woodsfield about 60 years ago, and resided here until ’87, when he went to relatives in Iowa.  Last July he was made perfectly helpless by a stroke of paralysis, and his return here made impossible.  He was married twice, the first time to a sister of G. W. Carrothers and the last time to Rebecca Jeffers, daughter of Moses Jeffers.  He was a man of strict integrity, good intentions, and possessed of an intelligent mind.  For about 30 years he was elected Assessor of Center Tp., and was subscriber to The Spirit from the date of its first issue to the time of his death, over 46 years.

 

Lohry, John Lohry

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 4 1889

Jackson Township: Died, March 3d, Mr. John Lohry, aged 44 years.  His remains were interred in the Trail Run Cemetery March 5^th.

 

Lollathan, Caroline Lollathan – 2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 19 1889

Caroline, daughter of John and Caroline Lollathan, was born Nov. 10^th, 1862, and died Nov. 25^th, 1889, aged 27 years and 15 days.  She became obedient to the gospel and was a member of the West Union congregation (Disciples of Christ) where her parents, two brothers and sisters are members.  Although she did not have the opportunity of meeting with us, she died in the full triumphs of the gospel and a promise of a resurrection to eternal life beyond the grave.  She suffered almost beyond measure.  But with her

          “Life’s fitful dream is over,

          She sleeps in peace.”

Sadly was she born by kind friends to her last resting place in the Cemetery.  To the assembled friends Elder H. E. Winland spoke tenderly of the deceased and portrayed in beautiful terms the life Christians must live in order to meet the departed loved one on the Evergreen Shore.  When by request of her sister Mary, a parting hymn was sung:

          “Asleep in Jesus blessed sleep,

          From whence none ever wakes to weep;

          A calm and undisturbed repose,

          Unbroken by the last of foes.”

Toil on a little longer, faithfully, father, mother, and when the summons comes you will meet your lost one to dwell with her in the realms of eternal bliss.   H.J.W.

 

Lollathin, Caroline Lollathin

Source: Spirit of Democracy Dec 5 1889

Miss Caroline Lollathin, daughter of Mr. Jno. Lollathin, of Lee Tp, died on last Thursday morning, after an illness of about nine months.  She was about 27 years of age and a consistent member of the Christian Church.  The remains were interred in the West Union Cemetery, on Saturday.  Services were conducted by Elder Henry Winland.

 

Lorentz, Michael Lorentz

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 5 1889

Michael Lorentz, who formerly resided in Switzerland Tp, this County, died at his home near Newport, O., Aug. 28^th.  The remains were removed to Clarington and on Thursday interred in the German M. E. Cemetery at this place.  Deceased was the father of John Lorentz, a well-known citizen of Wheeling.  He was nearly 80 years of age.

 

Loring, Mrs. Hezia Loring

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 23 1889

The remains of Mrs. Hezia Loring were taken to Clarington by the Steamer Courier on the 16^th inst, and interred the same day in the Cemetery at that place.  She was laid beside her husband who preceded her nearly 11 years before.  The funeral took place at 4:30 p.m. from the residence of her granddaughter, Mrs. Chas. Hill.  The deceased was born at Steubenville, Ohio, on Oct. 15^th, 1810, and died at Bellaire, O., on the 15^th inst, being therefore in her 79^th year.  Mr. and Mrs. Henry Loring and Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Morrill, of Bellaire, accompanied the remains to Clarington.  Mr. Loring and Mrs. Morrill are grandchildren of the deceased.

 

Ludy, John Ludy

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 22 1889

Died, on last Friday, John, son of John Ludy, of Ohio Tp.  Deceased was about 20 years of age.  Interment on Sunday in the Salem Cemetery.

 

Lumbattus, Nettie Lumbattus

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 5 1889

Died, on Aug. 24^th, Nettie, daughter of Geo. Lumbattus, of Flint’s Mills.  Remains were taken to Paden’s Valley, W. Va., for interment.

 

Maleth, Mrs. Jennie Maleth

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 5 1889

Mrs. Jennie Maleth, of Belmont County, died on Tuesday, of last week.  She was a daughter of Mr. Gotlieb Rousenberger, of Salem Tp.  The remains were interred near her old home in this county on last Thursday.

 

Martin, daughter of J. P. Martin

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Stafford: A good deal of sickness is prevailing among children – scarlet fever in a light form in most cases – only one case having been fatal thus far, that was a bright little daughter of J. P. Martin.

 

Martin, Mary E. Martin nee McWilliams

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1889

Died, Oct. 25^th, Mary E. Martin, nee McWilliams, wife of Wilson Martin, J. P., of Sardis.  She was born in Jefferson County, Feb. 1836, but had the greater part of her life in the village in which she died.  In her early life she was a member of the Presbyterian Church.  About the beginning of her connubial felicity she professed conversion and joined the M. E. Church, of which she lived a very consistent member until she was called from the church militant to join the church triumphant “Which is without fault before the throne of God.”  She was one of those good, true, Christians whom to know is but to love.  She was a soldier in the aggressive army of Jehovah, marching continuously onward; always standing in the front of the battle she was one of those brave, courageous, warriors, who never dream of rest while on the field of battle.  Her remains were interred in the Sardis Cemetery.  Funeral services were conducted by Rev. L. D. Fisher who spoke to the relatives and friends in words of tender emotion and sympathizing sorrow.

“Death rides on every passing breeze,

And lurks in every flower;

Each season has its own disease,

Its peril every hour.”                 M.

 

Martin, Mary E. Martin

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 14 1889

Mary E., wife of Wilson Martin, quietly fell asleep in Jesus, Oct. 26^th, 1889, aged 53 years.  Sister Martin leaves a companion, two daughters, and a large number of friends to mourn her departure.  She was highly esteemed by those who knew her.  She united with the Church when quite young, and was regarded as a very devoted and consistent Christian.  We miss her voice in the Sabbath School and the Church services; she has laid down the cross to take up the crown.  Through the crystal portals, may husband, children and friends pass and join her again amid unfading splendor and perpetual bliss.  In her death the temperance cause looses a firm advocate.  Ere we laid her to rest we tenderly placed over her heart the white ribbon, and upon her casket a floral triangle, a myrtle wreath, and a floral anchor, emblems of the S. of T., the W. C. T. U., and the M. E. Church, to each of which she was so loyal. 

 

Martin, Wm. Martin

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 11 1889

Wm. Martin, a steamboatman, and well known in Jackson Tp, where he had relatives, died at his home in Sistersville, on March 29^th.  He was 62 years of age.

 

McCain, Sarah McCain

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 24 1889

Mrs. Sarah McCain died at her home in Cameron on Wednesday of last week.  She was probably the oldest native-born resident in Adams Tp, having lived there for the past 74 years.

 

McKelvey, Mahala McKelvey

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan 2 1898

Mahala, wife of Geo. McKelvey, was born in Belmont County, Ohio Aug. 24^th, 1828.  She died Dec. 16^th, 1889, aged 61 years, 3 months and 22 days.  She was married three times, and had five children born to her, three of whom survive to mourn the loss of a king mother.  In her early life she belonged to the M. E. Church.  She afterwards joined the Presbyterian Church, and for the last twenty-five years she was a faithful member of the United Presbyterian Church.  A large procession followed her to her last resting place at Pleasant Ridge, where she rests from labor.  Funeral services were conducted by the writer, W. A. Rutledge.

 

McVey, Mrs. Sinclair McVey nee Diehl

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Mrs. McVey, wife of Sinclair McVey, of Lewisville, died suddenly on last Thursday morning.  She was unwell the evening before, and was being lifted to a sitting posture in bed when the heart ceased to pulsate and she instantly expired.  Deceased was a daughter of Christian Diehl, of Lewisville.  Interment on Friday in the Buchanan Cemetery.

 

McWilliams, Mrs. W. T. McWilliams nee Weaver

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 11 1889

Mrs. W. T. McWilliams, of Rochester, Pa., died of blood tumor at her home in that place on March 28^th.  Deceased was known to Woodsfield people as Miss Annie E. Weaver.  Her Christian life was full of peace and her death triumphant.

 

Meckling, Mrs. Geo. Meckling

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 29 1889

Died, about 2 o’clock on last Monday morning, Mrs. Geo. Meckling, of Center Tp.  Interment in the Lewisville Cemetery.

 

Mellott, Wm. Mellott

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 21 1889

Captain Wm. Mellott, formerly of the 7^th W. Va. Infantry, recently died at his home in Wileyville, W. Va.  He was born near Cameron, this County, and from there enlisted in the army, where he served from beginning to end.  He moved to West Virginia about 1870, and four years later was seriously injured by a log rolling over his body.  Her never entirely recovered from these injuries.  Deceased was about 72 years of age.

 

Menkel, Henry Menkel or Menkle

A sad loss to the village of Miltonsburg, Ohio, during the past week is the death of Mr. Henry Menkle, who had resided in that place for many years, and by living the life of an honest, upright and kind-hearted citizen, had won the admiration and respect of the entire town and vicinity. He died last Monday morning at 1 o'clock, of brain fever, after a short ilness. Mr. Menkle was about 66 years of age, and had been a resident of Miltonsburg about forty years. He came to America from Londow, Germany, in 1844. Deceased leaves a wife, five sons, three daughters and many other friends to mourn his loss. To these the Gazette extends its sympathy. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon and was conducted by the I.O.O.F., of which the deceased had been a member many years. The funeral is said to have been the largest witnessed in Miltonsburg for years, as hundreds of old friends for
miles around were present.  [Died: 29 JUL 1889 in Miltonsburg, OH]

 

Menkel, Henry Menkel

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 1 1889

Died, at Miltonsburg on last Monday, Mr. Henry Menkel, of brain fever, an aged and respected citizen of Monroe County.  Mr. Menkel came from Londow, Germany, to this County in 1844.  He has been a citizen of Miltonsburg for 38 years, and was revered by all who knew him.  His remains were interred in the Miltonsburg Cemetery on last Tuesday by the I.O.O.F., of which he had been a member for 41 years.  Mr. Menkel was 66 years and 6 months old when he died.  He leaves a wife, 8 children and numerous friends to mourn his death.

 

Merryman, Mrs. Mary Merryman

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 14 1889

Mrs. Mary Merryman, mother of Judge St. Clair Kelley, died at her home in St. Clairsville on the 3d inst.  She was probably the oldest citizen in St. Clairsville.

 

Miller, Christina Miller

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Miss Christina Miller, sister of Philip Miller, a well know citizen of Switzerland Tp., died at the home of the latter on the 2^nd inst.  She was about 60 years of age.  Interment in the Lutheran Cemetery.

 

Minor, Mrs. Solomon Minor

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1889

Mrs. Minor, wife of Solomon Minor who formerly resided on Sunfish Creek, Adams Tp, died of consumption at their home in Wetzel Co., W. Va., on Friday, Oct. 25^th.  She had a number of friends and relatives in this County who will be saddened to hear of her decease.

 

Miracle, Jesse Miracle – 2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 14 1889

Jesse Miracle, the subject of this obituary, was born in Belmont County, Ohio, on McMahon’s creek, near Bellaire, on March 16^th, 1813, and died in Monroe County, Ohio, March 1^st, 1889.  He was converted at the age of early manhood, under the ministry of Rev. Robert Taylor, and united with the M. E. Church, making that his home the remainder of his life.  His death is a loss to the church and community in which he lived, while in the home where his affable presence made sunshine, his loss is irreparable.  He was a staid and faithful guide, a constant companion, a loving and kind father, and in the church he was true to all its interests.  He was a regular and devout attendant on all the means of grace, for several years a member of the official board, filling the office of Leader, Trustee and Steward, over forty years.  His care for the church only ceased with his life.  For some years he was afflicted with Asthma, and suffered in body more than many knew, yet he never murmured.  On Dec. 5^th, three years previous to his death, he was stricken down with Paralysis, sustaining two subsequent strokes, the last one he only survived about two weeks.  He was married twice.  He was married to Jane Scott, April 14^th, 1836, and with her shared the joys and sorrows, the lights and shadows of thirteen years.  She, dying, left his with five small children to mourn her loss.  He was again married to Mrs. Miranda McVay, Aug. 10^th, 1850, who, with five children, survive him.  He calmly conversed about his end, sent messages to his absent friends and then peacefully fell asleep.  Funeral services were conducted at the residence, after which the remains were taken to Sutherland Church, and a sermon preached by the pastor, Rev. M. Floyd, From Rev. xiv-13, in presence of a sympathizing audience, the writer assisting in the services.

 

Miracle, Jesse Miracle – 3rd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 14 1889

Stafford: Jesse Miracle an aged and respectable citizen of this township died on Friday of palsy, aged 76.  He had suffered the fourth stroke of this disease.  Was unconscious most of the time during last sickness but recovered speech to bid his friends adieu and express hopes of a blissful hereafter.  Funeral services at Southerland conducted by Rev. Floyd.  One by one the aged fathers and mothers are passing away with the silent boatman.

 

Miracle, Jesse Miracle

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 7 1889

Died on Friday, March 1^st, Jesse Miracle, Esq., of Paralysis, one of Franklin township’s oldest and most respected citizens.

 

Mitchell, Prof. O. H. Mitchell

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 11 1889

Prof. O. H. Michell, of Marietta College, died on Friday, of Typhoid pneumonia.  He was a young man of high attainments and good ability.  Our people will remember him as an instructor at the Institute two years ago, where he impressed the teachers as a student of original methods and advanced ideas.

 

Mobley, Mrs. Jno. Mobley

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

Mrs. Mobley, wife of Jno. Mobley, of Adams Township, died at their home on last Saturday.  She was about 58 years of age.  Interment on Sunday in the U. P. Cemetery on Irish Ridge.

 

Moore, Annie B. Moore                  

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 4 1889

Miss Annie B. Moore, daughter of H. J. and S. Moore, of Freedom, Noble Co., died March 25^th, aged 6 years and 11 months.  Funeral services were held in the M. E. Church, and were conducted by Rev. J. L Cunningham.

 

Moore, Robert Moore

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Robert Moore, who recently died in Barnesville, was born near Graysville, this County, and when a mere boy enlisted in Company D 174^th Reg’t O.V.I., and served throughout the entire war.  The cause of his death was consumption.

 

Moore, son of Amos Moore

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

The eighteen-year-old son of Amos Moore accidentally killed himself, while hunting near Salineville.

 

Morris, Randall Morris

Source:  Waynesburg Republican, Waynesburg, Greene County, Pennsylvania, 20 June 1889, page 1, column 6.

          Sabbath, June 9th, '89, one of Graysville's oldest citizens, Mr. Randall Morris, departed this life after months of suffering. Brother Morris was connected for years with the M. P. Church, and in all his suffering was patient and resigned to the will of God, and often expressed a desire to depart and be with Christ. He was born in Ohio and was 67 years old. He entered the Union services April 7th, 1864, in Co. C, 18th Reg't, Pa. Vol. Calvary and was finally discharged May 25th, 1865; was mustered into the Smith Post, No. 428, Dep't Pa., May 15th, 1888. On Monday, June 10, the remains were taken to Fairview church, followed by a large concourse of friends and neighbors, where funeral services were conducted by his pastor, A. R. Rush, and his remains were buried by his comrades in the honors of war. He leaves a beloved wife and four children and a number of grand-children to mourn his demise. The family have the sympathy of all who knew them

.----A. R. R.

 

Morrow, Geo. Morrow

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 16 1889

Mrs. S. Spangler, of this place, received a telegram on Monday announcing the death of her brother, Geo. Morrow, of near St. Clairsville.  The deceased was at one time a resident of this County.

 

Morrow, George W. Morrow – 2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 23 1889

From the St. Clairsville Gazette: George W. Morrow, a man well known to almost every citizen of St. Clairsville and vicinity, died last Monday morning at 9 o’clock, at his residence on National Road, aged 67 years.  He had been a strong, hearty, industrious man who worked hard, late and early, until within the last two years, when failing health compelled him in a measure to take matters more moderately, and about a week ago, he took his bed from which he was carried to be dressed for burial.  He was born in 1822, on what is known as the “Iddings Section,” northwest of St. Clairsville, and in youth with his father’s family removed to Monroe County.  For more than thirty years past he has resided in Belmont county, where he was respected by all who knew him, as an honorable man and a good citizen.  He was married October 19, 1876, to Miss Nancy H. McMonies, daughter of his employer, whom he had served so long and she with two children, a son, and a daughter, Ralph and Luetta, survive and mourn the death of a good husband and father.  Of his father’s family, two brothers and four sisters survive him – John Morrow, Sardis, O.; Thomas Morrow, Round Bottom, O.; Mrs. Jane Spangler, Woodsfield, O.; Mrs. Ellen Mellott, Powhatan, O.; Mrs. Ellen Mellott, Powhatan, O.; Mrs. Sarah Pascoe, Monroe Co.; and Mrs. M. Thomson, Kansas; all of whom, with his immediate family have the sympathy of the people of this community who knew him so well.  He died in the faith of the Methodist church, with which he unted, by formal profession about three years ago.  The funeral took place yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock, the services being conducted by his pastor, Rev. James H. Hollingshead, D. D.  Interment in the Episcopal Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

 

Moser, John Moser

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

John Logan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Moser, of Salem township, died on Friday Sept. 27^th, at 2 p. m. of inflammation of the bowels, aged 1 year, 6 months and 16 days.  Funeral on the following Sunday at 10 o’clock; interment in the cemetery at the Brick Church.

 

Mozena, Laura B. Mozena

Mozena, Lawrence E. Mozena

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 26 1889

Laura B. Mozena was born in June 1888, and died Sept. 6^th 1889.  Lawrence E. Mozena was born Nov. 20^th 1885, and died Sept. 12^th, 1889.

These were the only children of Chas. And Elizabeth Mozena, of Buckhill Bottom, Ohio.  The sickness was of short duration, and the end such as has left many a once happy home desolate.  The parents and friends have the assurance that those little ones are now free from all suffering, “for of such is the kingdom of heaven.”  The bereaved parents have the sympathy of all persons in the vicinity.

          The bird-like voices, whose tones

Made glad this scene of sin and strife,

Sing now an everlasting song,

Amid the Tree of Life.        J. M. S.

 

Mozena, Lawrence Mozena – 2nd obit

Mozena, Laura R. Mozena – 2nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

The angel of death visited the home circle of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Moznea (sic), of Buckhill Bottom, Ohio, on September 11^th, 1889, and took from them their little darling, Lawrence, aged 3 years, 9 months and 22 days.  We greatly sympathize with the bereaved, but with them can rejoice in the assurance that the mortal is but exchanged for the immortal; so we may find precious comfort in the sad affliction by ever looking to the great and king Jesus who took his little angel spirit to dwell with him above.  His stay on earth was brief; he was a bright and promising little boy and loved by all who knew him.

Little Lawrence, thou has left us,

Here thy loss we deeply feel. 

But ‘tis God that bereft us,

He can all our sorrows heal.

 

Mozena, Lewis Mozena

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Mr. Lewis Mozena, aged 79 years, died at his home in Clarington on last Thursday.  He had been a resident of Clarington for many years.

 

Munnell, Nannie Munnell

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 25 1889

Nannie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Munnell, of Wheeling, died on Wednesday evening of last week, at the residence of Mrs. Munnell’s father, Jacob T. Morrill of Clarington.  It was about ten weeks old.  The remains were taken to Wheeling on Thursday evening for interment.

 

Nalley, David M. Nalley

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 25 1889

Our community was very much shocked to hear of the death of David M. Nally (sic), one of Wayne Township’s best citizens.  He was taken seriously ill on Tuesday, 16^th inst, and died on Friday, the 18^th.  The interment took place on Sunday in the Moose Ridge Cemetery, and was attended by a large number of friends and relatives.  The deceased was born Jan. 9^th, 1850, and was, therefore, 39 years, 3 months and 10 days of age at the time of his death.  He was married in 1872, and leaves a wife and 9 children.  The former has lost a loving husband, the latter a kind father, and the community a good and generous citizen.  He was ever ready to visit the sick and relieve the needy and thus made himself beloved by all.

 

Nally, Mrs. Melissa Nally nee Baker

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 23 1889

Died, of mumps, on 18^th inst, at her home near Bellaire, Belmont County, Mrs. Melissa Nally, wife of Henry A. Nally, a former citizen of this County.  The deceased was a daughter of Martin Baker, Jr., of this Township, and was born August 6^th, 1860, being therefore in her 29^th year.  She united with the United Brethren Church in 1877 and was a member from that time until her death.  Interment in the Moose Ridge Cemetery on Saturday, 19^th inst.  Funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. H. Byers.

 

Nesperly, Franciscus Fannie Nesperly

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 3 1889

Franciscus Fannie Nesperly was born in Lauden (sic) Co., Va., in 1803, and died August 25^th, 1889.  She united herself with the German M. E. Church about 45 years ago, at St. John’s Church, and was a faithful member until her death.  She had been in very poor health for about four years, and the last six weeks of her life she was helpless and suffered intense pain, but bore it with patience until death called her away to join her children and companion who had gone before her.  She leaves eight children and a large circle of friends behind to mourn.

 

Neuhart, Anna Neuhart

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 12 1889

The family of Geo. Neuhart, of Malaga Tp, is sorely afflicted with typhoid fever.  On Wednesday of last week, Anna, one of his daughters, aged about 26 years, was buried.  She was interred in the Lutheran Cemetery in Miltonsburg.

 

Neuhart, Arthur Neuhart

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 29 1889

A very sad accident occurred at Sardis on last Thursday in which Mr. Jacob Neuhart’s little boy Arthur was drowned.  He and a companion were bathing in the River when the waves from a boat caught them and carried the boys out into deep water.  His companion swam to shore but Arthur being unable to swim lost his life.  He was a bright and intelligent boy of eleven years and his sudden death was a shock to the community.  His remains were brought to Woodsfield and laid to rest in the Cemetery of this place.  His bereaved parents and friends have the heartfelt sympathy of the people of Woodsfield.

 

Neuhart, Lucetta Neuhart

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 12 1889

The family of Geo. Neuhart, of Malaga Tp, is sorely afflicted with typhoid fever.  On Wednesday of this week, Lucetta, aged about 23 and a sister of Anna Neuhart, was laid to rest.  She was interred in the Lutheran Cemetery in Miltonsburg.

 

Nixon, Edward W. Nixon

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Died, at the residence of his son-in-law, Calvin Butter, in West Hendricks Tp, Shelby County, Ind., March 3d, 1889, Mr. Edward W. Nixon.  He was buried at Forest Hill Cemetery, near Shelbyville, on March 4^th.  Mr. Nixon was born in Washington County, Pa., on Sept. 1^st, 1798, and moved to Ohio in 1843, and settled near New Castle, Monroe County, where he lived till 1881, when he moved to Shelby County, Indiana, where he lived with his sons and daughter.  He has been a member of the M. E. Church for the last forty-five years.  He leaves a wife and six children to mourn his loss.

 

Paith, Homer Paith

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 26 1889

Homer, the two-year old son of Wm. Paith, of this Township, died of inflammation of the bowels on Thursday of last week.  The interment took place Friday in the Buchanan Cemetery.  The services were conducted by Rev. Pettay, assisted by Rev. Meck.

 

Pancoast, Mrs. Mary Pancoast

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 6 1889

Mrs. Mary Pancoast died at the home of her son, Samuel, in Sistersville, on last Wednesday.  She resided in this County for many years, and was the widow of Stephen Pancoast of Cameron.  She was an intelligent and kind hearted Christian lady.  The remains were interred in the Cameron Cemetery.

 

Parks, Mrs. Hugh Parks

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

Mrs. Hugh Parks, a wealthy lady of near St. Clairsville, died recently, and left $5,000 to the United Presbyterian congregation of that place.  Suit has been begun by relatives to break the will, alleging undue influence by members of the congregation.

 

Perkins, Viola Perkins

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

The angel of death once more visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ruben Perkins, of Crab Apple, on March 11^th, and took from them their lovely daughter, Viola, aged 10 years.  She was the delight of her fond parents, and grand parents, and loved by all who knew her.

 

Perry, Mrs. Perry

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1889

The angel of death has again visited the Perry family, of Cameron, Adams Township, and taken from it their dear mother.  Mrs. Perry was an aged lady, much respected, and for sex months previous to her death, her sufferings were intense, until on the 13^th day of July, the angel reaper of death took from her beloved family a fond parent, an interesting and loving mother.  There is darkness now in the once happy home circle, and her devoted children now mourn the loss of their loving mother.  On the evening of the 14^th of July while the setting sun was gilding the western clouds, and shed a halo of light around us, many friends did week with them that wept, as her children with sad hearts and empty arms, turned away from the grave, leaving their loving mother in the arms of death.  How hard it is when our eyes are blinded with tears, to see that all things work together for good to them that love God.

          She rests, the sainted one,

          Her days of trial are o’er;

          The work of life is done,

          It waits her hands no more.”      J.B.H.

 

Pittman, Mrs. Jas. Pittman

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 18 1889

Mrs. Pittman, wife of Jas. Pittman, of Sunsbury Tp, died of inflammation of the bowels, on last Sabbath.  She was 32 years of age.

 

Pool, son of L. C. Pool

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 17 1889

Jolly: The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Pool died on Sunday, Oct. 13^th.

 

Prescott, Samuel Prescott

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 2 1889

Mr. Sam’l Prescott, aged 48 years, died at Indianapolis, Ind., on April 14^th.  He was the only brother of Mrs. Geo. Newhouse, of Clarington, and son of Mrs. Jas. Ray, of Cameron.  He was a member of Company “B” of the 25^th Ohio.

 

Price, Mrs. Susanna Price nee Brown

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Mrs. Susanna Price, whose clothing took fire on the 26^th day of Jan. 1889, at the residence of her son, Philip Holliday, of Bethel Tp, this County, was burned so severely that she died on Feb. 5^th.  She was born Jan. 30^th, 1814, consequently was 75 years and 6 days of age.  She was born in Belmont Co., and removed with her father, William Brown, to Switzerland Tp, this Co., when a small girl.  She was married three times; first, to Philip Burkhammer, second, to Peter Holliday, third, to Sam’l Price; all of whom are dead.  She was the mother of 8 children, six of whom are known to be living at this time.  She was a member of the Christian Church for 55 years, and a constant attendant until her advanced age and infirmities prevented her regular attendance for the past few years.  She died in the full faith that she would reach a better world.  The remains were interred in the Mount Hope Cemetery, the funeral being largely attended by neighbors and mourning relatives.  Services were conducted by Rev. Luman.  She lived to see the almost unbroken forest from the Ohio river to the lakes, become the happy home of thousands of weathy (sic) farmers.  Farewell!! Mother; God has called yon to rest.  Thomas Murphy.

 

Price, Susan Price

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Susan Price, an aged lady living 2 miles east of town, during the absence of the family, fell in front of the fire in a helpless condition, her clothing caught fire and she was so burned that after two weeks suffering she died on Feb. 5^th.

 

Reichman, Michael Reichman

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 9 1889

Michael Reichman, son of Jacob Reichman a well to do farmer of Summit Tp, died on last Sunday of typhoid fever.  The disease was contracted in Wheeling, where he has been employed, and he had returned home but a few days before his death.  He was about 21 years of age.  Interment on Monday, in the Catholic Cemetry (sic) at Miltonsburg.

 

Rice, Leta Rice

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 27 1889

Sistersville Democrat: Mr. Theodore Williamson, wife and children, of Sardis, O., were here on Monday, attending the funeral of little Leta Rice, who was a grandchild of Mr. and Mrs. Williamson.

 

Roome, Mrs. P. J. Roome

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 28 1889

Jerusalem:  Mrs. P. J. Roome died Monday afternoon of consumption.  Deceased leaves a husband, two children and many friend to mourn her loss.

 

Rose, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rose

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 29 1889

A little son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rose, of Center Tp, died Thursday, aged about five months.  Interment Saturday in the Buchanan Cemetery.  Services were conducted by Rev. W. G. Lemmon.

 

Roth, Mrs. Rosa R. Roth

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 20 1889

Died, at her home in Switzer Township, Monroe Co., O., on May 9^th 1889, Mrs. Rosa R. Roth, aged 62 years, 6 month and 1 day.  Upon May 12^th her remains, followed by a large concourse of friends and relatives, were conveyed to and interred in the Evangelical Church Cemetery.  Funeral services were conducted by Revs. Berges and Andrea, preaching from Romans 14^th chapter, 7^th – 9^th verses.

Deceased was born in Wurtemberg, Germany, Nov 8 1826, emigrated to America with her parents and four sisters in the spring of 1839, landed and settled in the fall of the same year upon the farm which was her home at the time of her death.  She leaves one son, five daughters and twenty-two grandchildren to mourn their loss.

She was a kind and loving mother, a good neighbor, loved and respected by all with whom she came in contact, a faithful and consistent member of the German Evangelical Church, and died in the full triumphs of a living faith, leaving a bright and shining testimony to her family and friends that she was going to her Savior, in whom she had so many years been trusting.

 

Roth, Mrs. Rosena Roth

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 16 1889

Mrs. Rosena Roth, of Switzerland Tp, died on last Thursday, aged about 62 years.  The interment took place in the Lutheran Cemetery on Saturday.  The deceased was an aunt of Mr. C. Lude, of this place.

 

Ruffener, Abraham Ruffener

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

About two weeks ago, Abraham Ruffener, a brother-in-law of Commissioner Ruby, left his home in Ohio Tp and went to Wheeling to attend to some business.  He failed to return after a reasonable absence, and his wife, becoming alarmed, went to Baresville to make inquiries concerning his whereabouts.  Where there, the startling news reached town that his dead body had been found floating in the river at Texas, a point several miles below Baresville.  An inquest was held by Coroner Potts but we do not know what verdict was reached.

 

Rutter, Mrs. Nancy Rutter

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 27 1889

Mrs. Nancy Rutter, widow of John Rutter, and mother of W. H. Rutter, of Sunsbury Tp, died at her residence in Clarington, on the 14^th inst.  Death was caused by an abscess in the side.  She was about 75 years of age.  Interment in the family Cemetery, on the old Rutter farm, on Sunfish Creek.

 

Schaub, Sarah Schaub

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Mrs. Sarah Schaub, wife of Jacob Schaub, died at their home in New Martinsville on Jan. 17ths.  Mrs. Schaub was born in this County.

 

Schott, Mrs. Schott

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Ohio Township: Mrs. Schott, an aged resident of this township, was buried on the 17^th inst, in the Lutheran Cemetery.

 

Schwob, J. A. Schwob

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 9 1889

Died – On last Tuesday evening, at 7 o’clock, at his home, on Monroe St., 1^st Ward, J. A. Schwob, aged 58 years, from pneumonia.  Mr. Schwob had been sick but a few weeks.  His suffering was great, though he bore it with becoming Christian fortitude.  While death was not wholly unexpected, it was a great shock to the entire community.  He was much beloved by all who knew him, for his upright character and kindly disposition.  Too much praise could not be given his as a husband,… and Christian gentleman.  He leaves a wife and four children. Who have the heart-felt sympathy of everyone.  Funeral from residence today (Thursday) at 1 o’clock p. m. – Moundsville Sun.

Mr. Schwob, for many years, was a respected citizen of this County, and resided at Miltonsburg, where he was engaged in the manufacture of a grain cradle of his own invention.  About 10 years ago, he moved to Moundsville, where he re-engaged in the manufacture of cradles on a more extensive scale.  His death will cause sorrow among many of his old friends in Monroe.

 

Schwob, John A. Schwob

From "HISTORY OF THE UPPER OHIO VALLEY,"  Vol. I, pages 733-734. Brant & Fuller, 1890.

          John A. Schwob, born in Scholbach, Loraine, France, February 26, 1831, died at Moundsville, April 9, 1889, was one of the most noted citizens of the city, and the founder of one of the important manufacturing institutions of Moundsville.  He was the son of John A. and Caroline (Faber) Schwob.  In 1832, in company with his mother, he was brought to this country by his grandparents, Henry and Christina Faber, and soon after their arrival his mother died in Pittsburgh, Penn.  The grandparents removed to Monroe county, Ohio, where John A. lived upon the farm until he was seventeen years old, he then went to Wheeling and learned the trade of cabinet-maker, remaining there two and one-half years.  From Wheeling he went to St. Louis, residing there and at Hannibal, Mo., until the spring of 1852, when he went to Miltonsburgh, Ohio, where he opened up a cabinet-making shop, and remained there until 1879. 

          On July 19, 1853, he was married to Wilhemina, daughter of Peter and Phillipena Schuetz, a native of Vorderweidinthal, Bavaria, Germany.  Six children were born to them, viz: John W., born May 26, 1854; Amelia L., born October 19, 1856; Eliza, June 28, 1859; Mary, February 25, 1861, died September 11, 1861; Herman H., July 2, 1865, died March 29, 1867, and Charles C., March 23, 1869. John W. was married to Elizabeth Egger, of Monroe County, Ohio, on the 3d of July, 1879; three children were born to them, viz.: Oliver O., Albert A. and Elsie E.  Amelia L. was married to E. C. Grisell, of Moundsville, W.Va., April 1, 1880, one child was born to them, Elmer F.  Eliza was married to Louis Dressel, of Moundsville, W.Va., November 13, 1880, two children were born to them, viz., Trella F. and Mabel Amelia. In 1860 Mr. Schwob, in connection with cabinet-making, began the manufacture of grain cradles. 

          In 1875 he abandoned cabinet making and manufactured grain cradles exclusively, inventing his own machinery, and coming to Moundsville, W.Va., in 1879, where he established a factory which is now under management of his sons, John W., Charles C., and son-in-law, E. C. Grisell, turning out 4,000 grain cradles per year. 

          Mr. Schwob was honored with the office of treasurer of Malaga township, Monroe Co., Ohio, for ten years, and was justice of the peace of the same township for six years.  He was an elder of the Presbyterian church, to which his widow belongs.    (Linda Fluharty)

 

Shrieve, John William Shrieve

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

Died, in Wheeling, W. Va., September 28^th, of typhoid fever, John William, second son of John and Rebecca Shrieve.  Deceased was 27 years, 9 months and 21 days of age.  Remains were taken to his home at Baresville, O., and interred in the Cemetery at that place.

 

Shroeder, Fred Shroeder

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Fred Shroeder, a driver, was struck and instantly killed while crossing a railroad track at Steubenville.

 

Shutts, Wm. Shutts

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

Wm. Shutts, an aged gentleman of 70 some years, died on Monday at his home in Wayne Tp.  Interment Tuesday in the Cemetery at Graysville.

 

Slack, A. V. Slack

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 2 1889

Mr. A. V. Slack, formerly of this place, died at his home in Graysville on april 20^th, of hemorrhage of the lungs.

 

Snyder, D. W. Snyder

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Mr. Jacob Snyder, of Wheeling, brother of D. W. Snyder, arrived here on Monday, but only to find his brother in a dying condition.  He only survived about two hours after the arrival of his brother.

 

Snyder, Daniel W. Snyder

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 21 1889

Daniel W. Snyder, son of Jacob Snyder, of Wheeling, and brother of John Snyder, of the Driggs House, Woodsfield, died at the home of the latter on Monday afternoon.  We are informed that he was operated on about three years ago, for Malignant Sarcoma and that a tumor weighing about three and a half pounds was removed.  Owing to the nature of the case, the operation was unsuccessful and his health steadily declined.  He came here several months ago, hoping to be benefited by a change of surroundings, and for a time his health slightly improved, but the symptoms soon became worse and the disease made such rapid progress that death could not be averted.  The remains were taken to Wheeling on Tuesday for interment.  Deceased was 24 years of age.

 

Snyder, Mrs. Jacob Snyder

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 29 1889

Mr. John Snyder left on Tuesday for Wheeling to attend the funeral of his mother, Mrs. Jacob Snyder, of that city.

 

Sprague, Mrs. Mary Sprague

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 4 1889

Mrs. Mary Sprague, an aged lady living near Cameron, died on the 24^th inst.

 

Sprague, Mrs. Sprague

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 4 1889

A Mrs. Sprague of Switzerland Tp, died on June 25^th.  She was about 60 years of age.  Interment on the 27^th in the Ruble Cemetery.  The funeral sermon was preached the same day in Mars Hill Church by Rev. Rutledge, of Clarington.

 

Stacy, Richard Stacy

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1889

Deacon Richard Stacy died at his home in Benton Township, Monroe County, Ohio, September 2^nd.

Brother Stacy was born at Sommerset Shire England, April 29^th, 1810.  He went to Newfoundland in March, 1828, and came to the United States in May, 1832.  He joined the M. E. Church in June 1838.  On June the 25^th, 1854, he united with the Unity Baptist Church and was ordered (sic) deacon in Feb. of the following year.  Brother Stacy has been a faithful consistent Christian, ever standing at his pastor’s right hand fulfilling faithfully his duties as deacon.

Rev. H. Lyons preached the funeral discourse at the Unity Church from the words “Neither can they die any more,” Luke 20:36.  The leading thought at the discourse was the immortality of the soul.

His remains were laid in the Unity burying ground by the side of his wife who preceeded him a few years.  He leaves a large family of children and grand children to mourn his loss.

His last message to the Church was: “May the Lord bless you and keep you faithful to the end that we may all meet again as members of the glorified Church on high.”  “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.”  L.L.

 

Stegner, Godfred Stegner

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 14 1889

Godfrey Stegner, of Switzerland Tp, died of heart disease and dropsy on the 4^th inst.  He was about 64 years of age, and leaves a wife and 9 daughters.  Interment in the Lutheran Cemetery.

 

Stephens, Retta Stephens

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 4 1889

Agins: A fatal accident occurred in our community on Feb. 21^st.  Retta Stephens, aged 24 years, when convalescent with mumps, was stricken with apoplexy, and fell into a very hot fire in an old-fashioned wood fire place, and was so badly burned that medical aid could not save her life.  No one was present in the room at the time, and her rescue from the flames was not a speedy one.  After eight days of intense suffering she died.  Interment in the Neuhart Cemetery.  She leaves a widow mother and two brothers to mourn her loss.

 

Stimpert, John R. Stimpert

Source: Spirit of Democracy April 18 1889

John R. Stimpert, son of David Stimpert, of this Township, died on the 12^th inst.  The improvement in his condition, mention of which was made two weeks ago in this paper, was only temporary.  Deceased was 13 years, 6 months and 28 days old.  Interment on last Saturday in the Buchanan Cemetery.

 

Sutter, Child of Jacob Sutter

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 2 1889

An infant child of Jacob Sutter, of Hannibal, died on Thursday of last week.  Interment on the day following, in the Harter Cemetery.

 

Swallow, Blanche Swallow

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 22 1889

New Matamoras Mail: Blanche, aged about 8 months, infant daughter of Johnson and Bell Swallow, departed this life Aug. 7^th, 1889, after a few weeks suffering with Whooping Cough.  The funeral took place on Thursday, Aug. 8^th, at the home of the parents near Brownsville, and was conducted by Rev. Gruber, of Matamoras.

 

Taylor, Jesse Taylor

Source: Spirit of Democracy Oct 17 1889

Mr. Jesse Taylor, of Crab Apple, died last Sunday evening of cancerous trouble.  Interment took place in the Belmont Ridge Cemetery on Monday at 2 p. m.

 

Taylor, Mary Taylor

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 16 1889

Mary, wife of John Taylor, of Cameron, died last Saturday of inflammation of the stomach.  Interment in the Cameron Cemetery on Sunday.

 

Thomas, Mrs. A. K. Thomas

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 22 1889

Mrs. A. K. Thomas, of Jerusalem, who has been a sufferer for several years with cancer of the lung, died on yesterday morning.  She was about 35 years of age.  We have no particulars as to the time or place of interment.

 

Thompson, Mort Thompson

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 27 1889

Mort Thompson, son of Capt. S. Thompson, formerly of Clarington, but now of Pittsburg, died of typhoid fever on last Monday.  He was about 18 years of age.  The remains were taken to Clarington and interred in the Cemetery at that place on Wednesday.

 

Topp, Aug. Topp

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 6 1889

Mr. Aug. Topp, a mention of whose dangerous illness has been frequently made in these columns, died at his home in Clarington on last Tuesday morning.  Mr. Topp was a successful Merchant Tailor, and had followed his business for many years in Clarington, where he was universally esteemed as an honest man and a Christian gentleman.  He was past 75 years of age.  The funeral services on Thursday were conducted by the Odd Fellows, of which order he had long been a useful member.  Interment in the Clarington Cemetery.  In the death of Mr. Topp Clarington loses one of her oldest and most substantial citizens.

 

Turner, Elizabeth Turner

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 7 1889

Mrs. Elizabeth Turner, wife of Richard Turner, was born in Calvert Co., Maryland, and died Feb. 27^th, ’89, at their home in Franklin Tp, this County.  Mrs. Turner came to Ohio in 1839, and was married in ’66.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. R. E. Carpenter, of the M. E. Church, of which denomination she had been a member for 40 years.  The remains were interred in the Southland Cemetery, and were attended thither by a large number of friends and relatives.  Mrs. Turner was a good woman, and bore her illness of many years’ duration.

 

Turner, Willie E. Turner

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 18 1889

The angel of death visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Turner, of Franklin Tp, on June 25^th, 1889, and took from them their dear little boy, aged one year, eleven months and six days.  Willie was the delight of his fond parents, and an interesting and loving little child, but there is darkness now in the once happy home circle and the devoted young parents mourn the loss of their darling little boy.  Too delicate a flower to bloom in this cold world, it has faded from our midst and God has gathered the bud to his home to bloom and brighten his eternal mansion.  In its purity and innocence it has gone where angels will ever guide the peaceful slumbers of its soul.

          Weep not, your little bird has flown,

          Away from earth to worlds unknown;

          Sweet warbler in a land of rest,

          Its home is with the pure and blest.      A Friend.

 

Twinem, Asher W. Twinem

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 22 1889

Asher W., infant son of Jas. And Sarah B. Twinem, died Wednesday, August 14^th, of Cholera Infantum.  The period of the little one’s sojourn here was brief – eight weeks and three days; but it was long enough to win the love which only a father and mother can give.  On the way through the desert lands of this world to the flower-crowned hills of Heaven, he soon made the journey.  His sun seemed to go down while it was yet day – in so short a time it passed from vies.  It was meant to lighten only a few spots on earth and then to on to add its brilliancy to a world of light.

 

Unknown, Mary Unknown

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 22 1889

Died, on Saturday, Aug. 10^th, Mary, wife ….  She was 57 years of age.  Dropsy was the immediate cause of death, although she had never entirely recovered from an operation by which a cancer was removed from her breast.  The funeral took place on the following Monday, remains were interred in the Gates Cemetery.

 

VanMeter, William VanMeter

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 18 1889

Hon. William VanMeter, of Sarahsville, died on July 6^th at the Athens Asylum.  Mr. VanMeter represented Noble County in the Legislature, and was also a member of the State Board of Equalization in 1870.

 

Vernon, Jacob Vernon

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 30 1889

Jacob Vernon, a wealthy farmer, and former resident of Calais, this County, died at his home in Oskaloosa, Iowa, on the 24^th inst., and was buried Sunday the 26^th.  His death will be greatly regretted by his old friends in Monroe.

 

Vernon, Samuel Vernon

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1889

Guernsey Times:  A Guernsey County boy falls hear to a fortune of nearly $50,000 by the recent death in Iowa of Samuel Vernon, formerly of Monroe County, that amount being one-fifth of the decedent’s large estate.  His name is Homer Wharton, of Center Township, and he is a son of the late well-known Dr. Wharton.  Mrs. Wm. D. Lowry, of Wayne township, Noble County, a short distance south of Senecaville, who is a daughter of Mr. Vernon, falls heir to a like amount.

 

Walters, Nick Walters

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 21 1889

Mr. Nick Walters, one of Switzerland Township’s best known German citizens, died on Wednesday of last week.  He was about 80 years of age.  Interment took place in the Lutheran Cemetery on Friday.

 

Walton, Mrs. Margaret Walton

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 27 1889

Mrs. Margaret Walton, wife of Jere Walton and mother of Judge Walton, of this place, died at her home in Ludlow Tp, Washington Co., on Monday, of this week.  Deceased was about 76 years of age.  Interment Tuesday in the Cameron Cemetery.

 

Ward, Henry Ward

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 28 1889

Early on Friday morning of last week, Henry Ward, a farmer residing in Salem Tp, this County, remarked to his wife, “That is the last night on Earth for me, as sure as there is a God in Heaven,” and placing the muzzle of his rifle against his forehead, raised the hammer with his foot, and discharging the gun, fell to the floor with his brain oozing out through the bullet hole in his head.  The terrified wife and family were witnesses to the horrible scene, but his movements were so sudden that they were unable to prevent an execution of what was plainly his intentions.  The interment took place in the Rutter Cemetery on Sunday.  He was about 40 years of age. 

 

Watters, Rev. G. G. Watters

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 4 1889

Rev. G. G. Watters, well known in this and Noble County, died in Chicago on last Monday, and was buried on last Wednesday at Orwell, this State.  Rev. Watters was a prominent minister in the M. E. Church, and leaves many friends and relatives in Monroe County.

 

Way, G. A. Way

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jun 13 1889

Concerning the death of Dr. G. A. Way – a mention of which was made in a recent issue of this paper – the Caldwell Press says: Dr. G. A. Way was born at Marietta about the year 1842.  In his boyhood the family moved near Graysville, Monroe County, where he was principally raised.  He was a graduate of Miami Medical College; a bright young man by nature, with a mind well stored with useful information, and a man who was well fitted by nature to adorn his profession and to become a useful citizen.  We learn that for the last few days of his life he was under the treatment of Dr. McKee.  The immediate cause of his death was the failure of the heart’s action.  He leaves two children, his wife having died a year or so ago.  His brother, Wm. G. Way, of Marietta, took his remains on Tuesday to Meigs County for interment beside his wife.

 

Wichterman, Mrs. Christian Wichterman

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 28 1889

Mrs. Wichterman, widow of Christian Wichterman, of Salem Tp, died on Monday.  Interment in the Rutter Cemetery.

 

Wiggins, Elizabeth Wiggins

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 28 1889

Mrs. Elizabeth Wiggins, aged 32 years, died at her home in Clarington on 15^th inst.  She leaves two daughters, one aged 9 and the other 11 years.

 

Williams, F. E. Williams – 2^nd obit

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 30 1889

Concerning the death of Mr. F. E. Williams, mention of which was made last week in this paper, the Wetzel Democrat says:  Mr. Williams was about 79 years of age and was the son of Jeremiah Williams, one of the pioneers of West Virginia.  He lived when a boy on the place where he died, has seen this country when it was a primeval wilderness, and he by his own labor helped to make the desert rejoice and blossom as the rose.

Full of years he was laid to rest by the side of his companion, who had preceded him, and near the spot where his eyes first saw the light – in the old graveyard set apart by his father as a resting place for the dead of other years long gone by. 

 

Williams, F. E. Williams

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 23 1889

Died, on Saturday, 18^th inst, at his home in West Virginia, opposite Hannibal, Mr. F. E. Williams, aged 79 years.  Mr. Williams was a well known and highly respected citizen, and was an uncle of Mrs. W. F. Hunter, of this place, and of Jere Williams, Esq., of Washington, D. C.

 

Williams, Joshua Williams

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 9 1889

Joshua Williams, Jr., a farmer residing in Franklin Tp, this County, died very suddenly on last Monday.  He had been ill for about two weeks with some form of erysipelas, but had so far recovered and improved as to go out on Monday for the purpose of giving personal direction concerning some work being done near the house.  He had just reached the place where the men were at work, when he fell down dead.  Deceased was about 40 years of age, and leaves a wife and nine children. The interment took place on Tuesday in the Sutherland Cemetery.

 

Willison, Mrs. Wm. Willison nee Smith

Source: Spirit of Democracy May 9 1889

This community was very much shocked on Saturday morning when it was learned that Mrs. Willison, wife of Wm. Willison, of Wayne Tp, had committed suicide by hanging.  On that morning, she arose and prepared the morning meal, as usual, and nothing in her behavior indicated that she was contemplating anything so horrible as taking her own life.  When breakfast was ready, she summoned the family, poured out the coffee, and after attending to their immediate wants, left the breakfast room.  As she was in the habit of attending to some outdoor duties while the family was eating, nothing strange was thought of her departure.  It was afterwards found that she had procured an inch rope, gone to the corn crib, and standing on a milk-stool, attached the rope to a beam overhead.  The deed was completed when she pushed the stool from under her feet.  No satisfactory cause can be assigned for the act, as there were no domestic troubles – nor trouble of any kind.  The only reason to be found, probably, is that of poor health, which may have weakened the mind to such an extent that in a temporary fit of despondence, she concluded to take her own life.  She was the daughter of Dorcas Smith, of Adams Tp, and was an intelligent, well informed Christian lady, and was highly respected by all her friends.  In this sad affliction, the friends and relatives have the sympathies not only of immediate friends, but of all those acquainted with the facts.  The funeral on Sunday was attended by a large number of people.  Interment in the Barber Ridge Cemetery.

 

Wilson, Rachel Wilson

Source: Spirit of Democracy Sep 12 1889

Mrs. Rachel Wilson, a well known lady of Beallsville, died at her home in that place on last Sunday.  She was so badly afflicted with erysipelas as to be a helpless invalid for years.

 

Wilson, Rebecca Wilson

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 7 1889

Mrs. Rebecca Wilson, an aged and respected lady of Summerfield, died suddenly on Tuesday morning.

 

Windland, Mrs. Windland

Source: Spirit of Democracy Jul 18 1889

Agins: Mrs. Windland, an aged lady, formerly of this place, died June 9^th, interment in the West Union Cemetery.

 

Workman, Mrs. David A. Workman nee Hunter

Source: Spirit of Democracy March 7 1889

Mrs. David A. Workman (nee Hunter) died of heart disease on the 8^th day of February, 1889, at Exira, Iowa.  The deceased was born near Woodsfield, Ohio.  Aunt Emma has been called across the cold dark river of death to join the angelic throng above.  She was a member of the M. E. Church.  The deceased leaves a bereaved husband and six weeping children to mourn her departure.  Her remains were interred in the cemetery (sic) at Exira, Iowa.

 

Yackee, Henry Yackee

Source: Spirit of Democracy Nov 14 1889

Edgerton (Ohio) Earth: Henry Yackee, the subject of this sketch, was born in Germany, May 20^th, 1815, and died at the residence of his son, Philip Yackee, in Edgerton, Ohio, Oct. 31^st, 189, aged 74 years 5 months and 11 days.  He came to this country when quite young, with a relative, with whom he lived for one year in Tuscarawas Co., O., from whence he came to Williams Co., where he remained the rest of his life.  In 1841 he was married to Miss Sophia Neidhardt.  Four sons and one daughter were the result of this union.  His wife died some years ago, and his later years were spent with his son, Philip, where he was tenderly cared for.  He has been a member of the Reformed Church from his youth.  The funeral services were held at the residence Saturday afternoon, Rev. Kohler Officiating.  Five children and twenty grandchildren survive him.  The following relatives from a distance were in attendance at the funeral: Fred Yackee, Napoleon, O.; Christ Neidhardt and wife and C. L Neidhardt, Toledo, O.; A. A. Yackee, Roberts, Ill.

Mr. Yackee was an uncle to Sheriff Sulsberger.

 

Yaussey, Anna Yaussey

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 22 1889

Anna, daughter of Sam’l Yaussey, of Ohio Tp, died on Monday of last week.  She was 24 years of age.  Interment on Tuesday in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery.

 

Yoho, Jacob Yoho

Source: Spirit of Democracy Aug 1 1889

Mr. Jacob Yoho, a prominent citizen of this Township, died at his home west of Woodsfield on last Wednesday.  He had been ailing for some time and his death was not unexpected.  He was 63 years of age and had lived all his life on the farm where he died.  Mr. Yoho was an honest, upright, intelligent Christian gentleman; a member of the M. E. Church for many years; a man of good judgment and broad sympathies; the community has lost not only one of its oldest citizens, but also one of its best.  The remains were interred in the Woodsfield Cemetery on Friday, and were attended by a large number of people.  Services were conducted by Rev. Pettay assisted by Rev. Meck.

 

Young, Mazy Young

Source: Spirit of Democracy February 14 1889

Mazy, wife of Hannibal Young, of Cameron, died n lung trouble on the 3d inst.  She was 45 years of age.  The interment took place in the cemetery of the Christian Church on the following Tuesday.  Elder Bennett conducted the services.  Mrs. Young was a most estimable woman, and in Cameron where she resided for the greater part of her life, she will be greatly missed.

 

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