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1947
Obituaries
NANCY JANE CAUDILL HOLLAWAY
Nancy Jane Caudill Hollaway was born September 4, 1858 and departed from this life May 19, 1947, making her stay on early 87 years 8 months and 15 days. She was married to Jacob Holloway April 10, 1887, who preceeded her in death many years ago. Unto this union were born 5 children 3 sons and 2 daughters: Jessie of Oxford, Ohio; Mack of Sparta, N.C., Bert of Galax, Va., Mrs. Martha Edwards of Sparta, N.C. and Mrs. Cora Crouse of Whitehead, N.C.
She professed a sweet hope in Christ in early life and joined the Primitive Baptist Church at Union by experience and baptism. She later joined the Regular Baptist Church at Landmark, then was granted a letter in an arm for the organization of the Church at New Salem and remained there a faithful member until death.
She leaves 5 children, 13 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her death. The children have lost a good mother, the grandchildren, a kind grandmother and the children an humble, faithful member, the community a good neighbor, but we all feel our loss it her eternal gain.
On Heaven's bank supremely fair
This lovely flower Blooms
Transplanted to its native air
And all the shore perfumes
Funeral services were conducted at New Salem by the writer and Elder A. C. Wooten. The body was laid to rest in the Church Cemetery to await the resurrection morn.
Written by Elder Walter Evans
LEE ANDREW BLACKBURN
Lee Andrew Blackburn was born December 25, 1863 and died October 16, 1945 following a long illness, making his stay on earth 81 years 9 months and 21 days. He was first married to Margaret Cleary. To this union were born 3 children, Willie, Lonnie and Cordelia. The mother, Willie and Lonnie preceeded him in death. He was later married to Mary Jane Brown April 1892. To this union were born 8 children, 5 girls and 3 boys. Charma Lee and John Robert died in infancy. Mrs. Mae Williams who lived at Jamestown, Ohio died in 1935.
He professed a hope in Christ many years ago and joined the Regular Baptist Church at Kentucky and later joined the church at New Salem, remaining a faithful member until his death.
Surving is the widow, Mrs. Mary Jane Blackburn of Sparta, N.C., and 6 children; Mrs. Rease Heath of Meadow View, Va.,; Mrs. Grover Caldwell of Edinburg, Ind., Mrs. Newman Tarter of Xenia, Ohio; Mrs. Grant Low of Paoli, Ind.; Sgt. James Curtis Blackburn of Sparta, N.C., Walter Blackburn of Sparta, N. C.; also 2 brothers: Minton Blackburn of Ronda, N. C.; John Blackburn of North Wilkesboro, N. C.; a number of distant relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were held at New Salem by Elders Walter Evans and A. C. Wooten.
FLOYD HENRY WAGONER
Floyd Henry Wagoner was born April 22, 1862, died December 13, 1945, making his stay here on earth 83 years, 2 months and 21 days. His wife proceeded him in death about 4 years ago. He had been afflicted about 2 years and bore his sickness with patience.
He professed a hope in Corist in early life. His wife made remarks that he was happy, but an never joined any church.
He was married to Betty Cook about 54 years ago. To this union were born 10 children, 4 boys and 4 girls are living, 2 dead. He leaves to mourn their loss the children, 30 grandchidren, 11 great- grandchildren and a host of friends. Funeral services conducted at Landmark Church by Elders A. C. Walker and A. C. Wooten.
WILEY C. JOHNSON
Wiley C. Johnson was born June 17, 1861, died August 1, 1947, age 86 years, 1 month and 14 days.
He was married to Leona Shepherd in 1886. To this union were born 13 children, alt living except 1 son who died in infancy. His wife preceeded him in death 13 years ago.
He had been in ill health for several years but bore his afflictions with muca patience. He professed a hope in Christ in August 1901 and joined the Regular Baptist Church at South Fork and was baptized August 31, 1901. He talked many times of this hope and said he was ready to die, and there was nothing in his way. He was kind and a good neighbor and loved by alt who knew him. May the God of all Grace prepare all the children to meet him, where parting will come no more. He leaves to mourn his death 12 children, 49 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, many kind friends and neighbors.
Arrayed in glorious grace
Shall these vile bodies shine
And every shape and ever face
Look heavenly and divine.
Written by request:
Elder Walter Evans.
MARTHA ETTA CROUSE BRAY
Martha Etta Crouse Bray was born February 14, 1882, died November 2, 1946, making her stay on earth 64 years, and 8 months.
She was married to Stephen Bray 45 years ago. To this union were born 6 children, 5 boys and 1 girl. Her husband and 2 children preceeded her in death.
She professed a hope in Christ in early life and joined the Baptist Church at New Home and remained until death.
Services conduoted at New Salem by Elders Walter Evans and A C. Woolen.
AMANDA McGRADY PRUITT
Amanda McGrady Pruitt was born April 12, 1869, died January 17,1945 at the age of 76 years. 9 months and 5 days. She was married to Melvin Pruitt in 1892. To this union were born 3 chudren 1 died in infancy, 2 living, Artis and Claude, 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
About the year 1902 she professed a hope in Christ and joined the Dunkard Baptist Church at Elk Creek and remained a member until death.
She was a good motoer to her children and did all she could for them. She was a greut sufferer but bore her afflictions patiently. She leaves to mourn their loss 2 sons, grand-children and great- grandchildren, many relatives and friends, but we feel our loss is her eternal gain. Funeral Servies were conducted by Elders Walter Evans, M. F. Pruitt und A. C.Wooten.
Written by request:
Elder A. C. Wooten.
WILEY ARTHUR MABE
Wiley Arthur Mabe was born February 11, 1883, died May 17, 1947, age 64 years, 3 months and 6 days. He was married to Flora E. Phouts November 1, 1913. To this union were born 7children, 6 boys and 1 girl: Hilry Howard Mabe, Charles Everett Mabe and Martha Eunice Mabe Taylor of Peach Bottom, Pa.; W. Edison Mabe and Gilbert Clay Mabe of Bell Camp, Md.; Dennis Ray Mabe and Wilmer G. Mabe of the home.
He made a profession in 1914, but never joined any church, but had often made the statement that he was ready to die.
He leaves to mourn his death besides .his loving wife and children, 4 brethers, 1 sister and many other friends and relatives.
Funeral services were conducted by Elders Walter Evans, M. F. Prultt, A. C. Wooten and A. C. Waiker.
JOE BILLINGS
Joe Billings was born July 29, 1878, departed from this life July 1 1947. making his stay on earth 68 years, 11 months and 2 days. He was married to Laura Watson. To this union were born 6 children 5 boys and 1 girl Rex, Alonzo, Ambrose, Odell and Clyde all living. Everett died in infancy. Laura died in 1920, leaving him with 5 children. He was later married to Emma Higgins who also was called away in 1933. He was later married to Mamie Perry. To this union were born 4 children. 3 girls and 1 boy, Ethylene, Irene, Georgie and J. C., all living.
He was in ill health for some years, last year he was taken to the hospital for an operation and seemed to improve for a while. About 3 months ago he was taken sick and grew worse until death. During this sickness he prayed almcst continuously until the day before he died. Ho said he saw a beautiful place and believed he was going to it. He also saw a beautiful light and said Jesus was in the midst of it.
He leaves a loving wife, 9 children, 21 grandchildren, 2 sisters and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his death. According to his last words, we feel our loss is his eternal gain.
Written by Elder Walter Evans.
SAMUEL WAYNE COCKERHAM
Samuel Wayne Cockerham, son of Duffie and Rosie Cockerham, was born June 1, 1920 and died May 27, 1947, making his stay on earth 26 years, 11 months and 28 days. He was married to Bernice Ayers December 1938. To this union were born 2 children, Roy Clarence and Patricia Ann.
Wayne spent 22 months in the Navy, 12 months of which were in China. He was blessed to come name to see his loved ones.
We feel that Wayne has gone to a better place. We believe he prayed while he was in the hospital. His dear mother had a vision of seeing him dressed in white. He was a good quiet boy, always good to his father and mother.
He leaves his father, mother, wife and children, 4 brothers and 4 sisters, also a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing.
He's here on earth no more
He's landed on the other shore
And may our souls be ready too
When we bid this world adieu.
Funeral services were conducted at Mt. View Church at Low Gap, N. C., by Elders R. A. Shaw and Claude Bartley. Burial was in the church cemetary.
Written by Elder R. A. Shaw.
1948
Obituaries
JAMES LEE CROUSE
In memory of James Lee, son of Kenneth and Wadie Crouse was born February 8, 1921. He volunteered for the service of his country September 10, 1942. Served in the U. S. Navy 10 months. Killed in action July 10, 1943, on the ship U. S. S. Maddox, when it was suddenly destroyed. Making his stay on earth 22 years, 5 months and 22 days. He gave all any boy could give for his home and his country and that was his life, which was near and dear to him and his home. He told his mother not to worry about him for he would he all right. He leaves father, motner, 3 brothers, Greek, Bain, Louis; 5 sisters, Verna Harris, Grace Shores, Bessie Whitehead, Leroa and Ruth of the home and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his death.
Prepare us Lord, to meet him o're the bounding billow's foam,
Yes, I know tnat we shall greet him in the angel's heavenly home.
Where we'll part again no never, but with joy no tongue can tell.
We shall live together ever, where angelic spirits dwell
Written by request Elder Walter Evans,
PFC. CHARLES HUSTON CAUDILL
Pfc. Charles Huston Caudill, son of James and Fannie Caudill, was born November 18, 1914. He was married to Opal Anders in 1934. To this union were born two daughters, Lelia June and Audra Izetta. He was inducted in the U. S. Army, April 5, 1944. After 5 months training at Camp Blanding, Florida, he was sent overseas and in active service until he was killed in action January 9, 1945, making his stay on earth 30 years, 1 month and 21 days. He wrote his mother that he was glad Hellen had joined the Church and to pray for him and that he hoped it would not be long until he could kneel by her side and pray; and that he would live a different life when he returned, home, which makes us feel he had met with a change. He leaves wre and children, father, mother, 3 sisters, Mrs. Vea Anders, Mrs. Blanche Ahthony and Mrs. Hellen Galyean; three brothers, Ralph, Don and Leo and a host of relatives alnd friends to mour his death.
His toils are past. His work is done
And he is fully blest. -
He fought the - fight -The victory was won
And he entered- into rest
Funeral services were conducted at the Church at Mt. Olivet by Rev. Lonnie Shaw and Elder Walter Evans in the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing friends.
Written by Elder Water Evans
1949
Obituaries
PORTER GRAVES GOODSON
Porter Graves Goodson, was born August 2, 1902 and departed this life June 12, 1949. He was married to Myrtle Branock about 26 years ago. To this union were horn two daughters, Mrs. Arvil Walker, of Galax, Va., Lucille Goodson, of the home. He leaves a wife, two daughters, two grandsons, an aged father and mother, four brothers, two sisters, one brother and sister preceded hirn to the great beyond. A host of relatives and friends to mourn his loss.
He never joined any church but was a loving brother and husband, a good neigh'bor a-nd was ready to lend a helping hand in time of need. His body was laid to rest in the church cemetery at Fishers Gap, in the presence of a large number of sorrowing friends, beneath fragrant flowers that testified of the beauty of his life.
Funeral services were conducted Elders John Crews, Walter Beasley, and J. C. Dunbar.
Thou art gone, my precious brother.
Here we'll see your face no more
But we'll meet you over yond'er, on
That bright and happy shore.
Though sad the hour of parting,
Our hearts with grief are torn,
Our homes are dark without him,
He sleeps within the tomb.
Heaven now retains our treasure,
Earth the lonely casket keeps
And sunbeams. love to linger where,
Our loving brother sleeps.
Written hy his sister, Mrs. D. D. Lowe.
JAMES HOWARD CAUDILL
James Howard Caudill, son of Benjamin and Celia Caudill, was born June 14, 1921. He was instantly killed while driving a truck near Independence, Va., March 25, l948. Making his stay on earth 26 years, 8 months and 11 days. He was married to Stella Virginia Owens Sept. 7, 1940. To this union were born three children, 2 girls and 1 boy, all living. His companion. told us that there had been a great change in his life some how in the last month or two, and that he had been in a deep study. He leaves his compaion and three children, of Galax, Va. A loving mother and stepfather, A. R. Richards'on, Whitehead, N. C., three brothers, Homer and Boyd, of Maryland; Benjamim, Junior, Washington, D. C.; four sisters Geneva Grafton, Mary Lee Andrews, Nora Matherly, of Maryland and Edna Ham, of Galax, Va.; land many relatives and friends- to mourn his death. We hope our loss is his gain.
Written by request, Elder Walter Evans
1950
OBITUARIES
PFC. EUGENE E. SHAW
Pfc. Eugene E. Shaw, son of Elder and Mrs. R. A. Shaw of Sparta, N. C., was born Nov. 4th, 1923, and was klled in Mainz, Germany, on March 28, 1945, making his stay on earth 21 years, 4 months and 24 days.
He was a rifleman in the
317th Infantry, 80th Division of General Patton's Third Army.
Eugene was struck by a shell fragment from German artillery and died instantly, according to information sent his parents by the War Department.
He was buried in a U. S. Military Cemetery at Stromberg, Germany, on March 31,1945. His body was sent later to the United States for reburial on Nov.16, 1948 at Crab Creek Cemetery.
Pfc. Shaw entered the service on July 26, 1944, and went overseas Dec.31, 1944.
He was a graduate of Sparta High School, finishing with the class of 1941.
He was a fine young man, industrious and honest with everyone. He had a chance for deferment but refused. He told his parents he had rather go than see married men leave their wives and little children, saying he was no better to go and fight and die if need be than any other man He asserted that if he did have to pay the Supreme Sacrifice that he would be doing a noble deed, and that he was not afraid to die.
He had written his parents and friends how he was praying and was trusting in God. We feel that he is at a place of peace and rest. He is missed greatly and was loved by all who knew him.
He leaves his father and mother and one brother, H. A. Shaw, Jr., to mourn theii' loss and also many friends and relatives.
Sleep on, dear soldier, and take your rest
God called you home, He thought it best.
Funeral service was conducted by Elder Edd Douglas, Elder Walter
Evans and Elder M. F. Pruitte.
Written by a friend
EDITH MAY WOODRUFF
Edith May Woodruff was born Oct.29, 1863, the youngest daughter of Nancy Burgess and Andrew Jackson Woodruff. She was reared at her birthplace, old Cherry Lane, in the shadow of Bull Head Mountain, during the troubled Reconstruction Period, following the War Between the States.
She was married to Alex A. Woodruff, who preceded her in death, March 17, 1941. To this union were born five children: Pearl, Ruby, Sadie, Nannie and Herbert.
In 1908 she joined the Primitive Baptist Church at Little River and was baptized into the faith by Elder Smith Webb. She lived a consistent and faithful member until death. Being a cripple, she was unable to attend her Church as she would have wished.
Edith Woodruff's life was truly so unselfish and so devoted to the service of others as to be outstandingly inspirational and beautiful. She loved people and expressed that love in both word and deed. She brought her children up in the fear and love of the Lord and no sacrifice was too great if she were called upon to make it.
In 1920 she suffered a broken hip and leg injury which left her a cripple. Since the death of her husband, she has been an invalid. Much of the time a shut in. Though suffering so much and almost constantly, she bore her afflictions with patience, and was always spreading sunshine and cheer to all with whom she came in contact.
On May 4,1950, Edith Woodruff's beautiful spirit returned to the God who gave it. Surviving are the five children: Pearl and Ruby Woodruff, Mrs. Sadie Hash, Mrs. Nancy McCann, Herbert Woodruff, a foster daughter Agnes Wolfe. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Alex, Edith, Lewis and Hugh Hash, and Herbert, Elizabeth and Jane McCann and Alex McCann Woodruff with whom she lived.
Funeral service and burial was at Woodruff Primitive Baptist Church at Cherry Lane. Funeral service conducted by Elder R. A. Shaw, Rev. Wayne Thompson, and Rev. C. H. Hutton.
BERTHA ESTELLE CAUDILL RICHARDSON
Bertha Estelle Caudill Richardson was born Oct. 29, 1902, and departed this life Sept.27, 1946, making her stay on earth 43 years, 10 months and 22 days.
She was married to Oscar Richardson June 23, 1920. Unto this union were born five children, three girls and two boys: Mrs. Jean Brown of Texas; Mrs. Anna Ruth Vaughn of Mt. Airy, N. C., Mrs. Irene Douglas of Redan, N. C., Hoke and Brice, both with the U. S. Navy. She professed a hope in Christ Aug. 14th, 1919. She united with the Church at Little River and remained a faithful member until death. She will be missed in the Church, home and community. She was loved by all who knew her. She is resting from all her labors, waitng the Resurection Morn when God shall call and none shall hinder.
A precious one from us is gone -
A voice we loved is still,
A place is vacant in our home
That never can be filled.
Written by request, cousin
PHEOBE McKNIGHT EDWARDS
Pheobe McKnght Edwards was born March 14, 1857 and departed this life March 10, 1950, makingmer stay on earth 92 years, 11 months, 26 days. She was married to Isom Edwards about the year 1875. Unto this union were born ten children, three boys and seven girls. Husband, two sons and one daughter proceded her in death many years ago.
She professed a hope in Christ about the year 1891, and the Church at Mt. Olive, Carroll County, Va. Later on moved her membership to the Glade Creek Church and then moved her membership to New Salem Church, and there remained until death.
She leaves to mourn her death seven children. Andy, Della, and Rosa of Galax, Va.; Celie of Whitehead, N. C.; Carrie of Carsonville, Va.; Mattie and Nettie of Sparta, and 61 grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren.
She was loved by all who knew her, but our loss is her eternal gain.
The pain bf death is passed,
Labor and sorrow are no more;
Gone to meet with loved ones
On that bright Celestial Shore.
Written by request, Grandson
LEE ANDREW PETTY
Lee Andrew Petty was born Sept 15, 1869, and departed this life June 22, 1949, making his stay on earth 79 years, 9 months and 7 days.
He was married to Allie Irwin Dec. 26,1891. Unto this union was born 11 children, seven sons and four daughters, two of whom preceded him in death. Also surviving are 21 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
He professed a hope in Christ and united with the Church at Prathers Creek in l888 and remained a member until death.
He bore his sickness with great patience, and called his family to his bedside and told them that he was ready to go, and there was nothing in his way. He was a kind and loving father to his children. He said the Lord only knew how much he had prayed for them. He rejoiced in his home many times while talking to his family.
This is his favorite verse that he read over and over for many years:
Oh death, oh death, happy thought of me,
That I must come and go with thee;
Oh death, oh death, happy thought of me,
I am prepared for e-ter-ni-ty.
Yes I have come to get your soul,
To leave your body and leave it cold;
To drop the flesh off froom the frame,
The earth and worms, both have their claim.
Oh, how could I think of father,
Without a tear or sigh,
I cannot find another
Between the earth and sky,
That ever will be like him.
Though he has gone from me,
I hope that I will meet him
In that eternity.
He lived on earth so many years
His locks were old and gray,
His heart was peirced with sorrows,
But now they're gone away;
But while my body is sleeping,
My soul will be at rest,
So children don't be weeping,
While I'm among the blest.
Dear children, may you meet me,
In that bright world above,
We'll surround the throne of God
And sing redeeming love.
Written by his daughter, Pearl McMillan
THOMAS HARVEY RUTHERFORD
Thomas Harvey Rutherford was born December 14, 1860, this life January 19, 1950, making his stay on earth 89 years, 1 month 5 days.
He was married to Maldora Maines. To this union were born 4 children: one son Carl, and three daughters, Mrs. Baxter Kennedy, Mrs. Walter Petty and Mrs. Willie Joines.
God saw fit to call his companion away in 1903, leaving him with 4 motherless children.
He was later married to Amy Brown. To this union were born 11 children: 7 sons and 4 daughters, Mrs. Greely Austin, Harve, Andy, Tom, Mrs. Earl Oakley, Lon, Mc. and Odell.
He received a hope in Christ Sept., 1935 and united with the Church at Mt. Olivet and was baptized in the fellowship of the same. He remained a faithful member till death.
He leaves to mourn his passing 9 children, 32 grandchildren 24 great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends.
We have heard him talk so - many times of the hope he had of going to a better home. We feel he has gone on to be with mother and brothers and sisters on the other shore:
Where we hope to meet them,
Where separation comes no more.
Dear Daddy how we miss you,
Since you passed away,
I often listen for your voice,
From day to day.
Funeral service was conducted at Mt. Olivet Church by Elders Tyra Brooks, Walter Evans, and Charlie Wooten, and his body was laid to rest in the cemetery to await the resurrection. Then we hope to be a reunited family to be parted no more.
Written by a daughter, Mrs. Willie Joines
ROSCOE JONES
Roscoe Jones, son of Monore and Ollie Jones, was born April 6, 1912, and departed this life Oct. 29, 1949, making his stay on earth 37 years, 6 months, 13 days.
He didn't profess a hope in Christ, or unite with any Church that I know of. Though I know he loved preaching, praying and singing, and loved to talk about the Scripture.
The last time he visited my home, we were reading and talking about the Heavenly things and he seemed to enjoy that better than talking about worldly things.
He was an humble character. He would kneel with me to pray and I believe God will hear and answer prayer, and by the Grace of God I will see him again.
He leaves to mourn his passing, father, mother, 2 brothers, one sister.
The loving Master called him home,
The One who knows the best; -
He has taken him from us
To a land of peace and rest.
His body was laid to rest at Mt. Ararat Church.
Funeral service was conducted by Elder R. A. Shaw, Elder Walter Evans, Elder Tyra Brooks and Bro. Chancey Fields.
Written by his sister, Mrs. Lula Monday
LAURA HOPPERS RICHARDSON
Laura Hoppers Richardson, daughter of Elizabeth and Franklin Hoppers, was born June 17, 1871, and departed this life June 24, 1950, making her stay on earth 79 years and 7 days.
She was married to Linvell Richardson Dec.28, 1893. Unto this union was born 3 children: Robert Glenn, William Frank Richardson, Whitehead, and Geneva Elizabeth Joines, Sparta, N. C. William Frank preceded her in death July 30, 1932.
She professed a hope in Christ and joined Land Mark Baptist Church and was baptized Oct. 18, 1896, by Elders Adam Wagoner and Andy McKnight. Later on was ordained deaconess and lived a faithful member until death.
She leaves a loving husband, 2 children, 7 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends to rnourn her passing.
She was in ill health for some time, but bore her suffering with the greatest of courage and fortitude Some time ago when she was advised by her physician to take it easy for longer days, and her remark was, 'I feel like I have lived a long time and I have a better home waiting fur me." About 6 o'clock Saturday morning she said, "I am going Hom,e, arid I want the Angels to bring me wings to fly away." At 6:30 o'clock Saturday evening the Angels knocked and announced the time to go, and took from our embrace and carried through space the form we cherished so.
Often we think of you dear mother,
And our hearts are grieved with pain.
Oh! this world would be a heaven
If we could hear your voice again,
But the pain of death has passed,
Labor and sorrow are no more,
Gone to meet with loved ones
On that bright Celestial shore.
Remember friends as you pass by,
As you are now, so once was I;
As I am now, soon shall you be,
Prepare for death, and follow me.
Funeral services were conducted at Land Mark Church by Bro. R. N. Joines and Elder Walter Evans in the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing relatives and friends. Her body was laid to rest in the church cemetery to wait the Resurrection Morning.
Written by request, Earnest Hoppers
PHEOBA CHEEK CROUSE
Pheoba Cheek Crouse was born Aug.15, 1863, departed this life Sept, 9, 1950, making her stay on earth 87 years and 24 days. She was married to Reeves H, Crouse Jan. 1, 1892, Unto this union were born four children: Elmer, Arza, Harvey and Charlie who preceded her in death Jan 24, 1916. Her husband also preceded her in death Dec.27, 1936.
She received a sweet hope in Christ many years ago. For some reason she never united with any church.
She leaves 3 children, 11 grandchildren, 4 great-grarldchildren and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her passing.
A precious one from us is gone
A voice we loved is still,
A place is vacant in our home
That never can be filled.
Funeral services were conducted at New Salem Church by Elders M. K. Cook and Walter Evans in the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing relatives and friends. Her body was laid to rest in the family cemetery to wait the Resurrection Morning.
Written by Elder Walter Evans
BRENDA SUE LYONS
Brenda Sue, a little daughter, was boni April 2, 1947, to Earl and Cleo Lyons and the same day its little spirit was taken from this world to rest in the arms of Jesus till the Ressurection Morning. She leave to morn her loss, father and mother and a host of relatives and friends.
We say never weep for little Brenda Sue. She has only missed a world of trouble.
Her little spirit just budded on earth to bloom in Heaven,
We could not wish it back abain, but say dear baby with God
remain.
We'll strive to gain that peaceful shore, when
we will part no more in Heaven above.
Written by a friend
JUNIOR RAY WOOTEN
Junior Ray, little son of Ray and Lucille Wooten, was born July 1, 1919, and died Nov. 5, 1949, making his stay on earth four months and four days.
He leaves father and mother and a host of relatives and friends.
God saw fit to take him to yonder shining shore
Where trouble is no more
We know he is happy with Jesus,
With Him he is free from care.
He is resting sweetly with loved ones,
Where there is no more pain to bear.
Written by his uncle, Emmett Lyons
EDDA VIOLA JORDAN
Edda Viola Jordan was born March 26, 1902, departed this life Jan.21, 1950, making her stay in this world 47 years, 9 months and 26 days.
At the age of seventeen she was married to Joseph Albert Jordon, on January 12, 1919. To this union were born three sons. One preceded her in death twelve years ago, Harvey Eugene. She became a Christian at the age of fourteen, united with the Pleasant Home Baptist Church. Later in life she moved to Fries, Va., where she united with Fries Baptist Church and lived a faithful life to her Lord until the end came.
She was not always able to attend her Church as she so much desired to do, but she loved her Church and its services and always enjoyed the privilege of worshipping her Saviour.
She has now passed over the river to live with Him whom she loved devotedly.
Leaving behind her testimony, I am going
home to be with Jesus;
I'll soon be walking the streets of Gold.
She was a faithful wife, a good mother, devoted to her home and family, and was loved by all who knew her.
She leaves to mourn her gong her husband, Joseph Albert Jordon, two sons, Harvey and Eugene of Galax, and mother and step-father, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Rector of Sparta, N. C., one sister, Mrs. Ivan Rector of Galax, Va., one grandchild and a host of loving friends.
I cannot say, and I will not say,
That she is dead, she is just away
With a cheery smile, and a wave of the hand
She wandered into an unknown land.
She has wandered into an unknown land,
And left us dreaming how very fair
It must be, since she lingers there-
And you, oh you, who the wildest yearn
For the old-time step and glad return
Think of her fairing on as dear
In the love of there, as the love of here.
Mild and gentle as she was brave
When the sweetest love of her life she gave
To the simple things where the violets grew,
Pure as the eyes they were likened to;
The touches of her hand have strayed
As reverently as her lips have prayed;
Think of her still as the same I say,
She is not dead, she is just away.
James Whitcmb Riley
Funeral services were held at Fries Baptist Church January 24, 1950, at 11 o'clock by Laurie J. Atkinson, Pastor. Song No.241, "Shall We Gather at the River." Scripture, Psalms 121 rind 2:3, Prayer. Song, "Precious Memories,"by choir. Reading of obituary, Message: The Glory of Death, by Pastor. Song No.349, "Sweet Bye and Bye," choir.
MRS. RUTH SHUPE
Mrs. Ruth Shupe was born Sept. 25, 1861, at Independence, Va., passed away Feb.25, 1949, making her stay on earth 87 years, 5 months.
She professed a hope in Christ in young life and joined the Missionary Baptist Church.
She was married to James H. Shupe Feb. 21, 1887. They lived at Independence, Va., before moving to Sloan, Iowa, in 1916.
Her husband preceded her in death 17 years ago.
Unto this union were born 7 children, 4 sons, Summit of Whiting, Iowa, and Lloyd of Sioux City, Iowa, Carl of Hormick, Iowa, and Lon of Baywqod, Va., and :3 daughters, Mrs. Mattie Lyons of Galax, Va., Mrs. Gencie Adams and Mrs. Mae Peterson of Sloan, Iowa, 40grandchildren and 76 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grand-children.
She died at the home of a son, Lloyd C. Shupe at Sioux City, Iowa.
MRS. MYRTlE SHUPE
Mrs. Myrtie Shupe was born May 31, 1894, and passed away Feb. 26, 1949, making her stay here on earth 54 years, 8 months, 26 days.
She was married to Summit Shupe in 1914. They went to Iowa in 1915.
Myrtie of Whiting, Iowa, was found dead at her home early Saturday less than 24 hours after the death of her mother-in-law. Death was caused by a cerebral hemorrhage according to her doctor.
Survivers, besides her husband, are 2 sisters, Mrs. Molly Day of Winston-Salem, N. C., and Mrs. Cora Cockerham of Galax, and one brother, Joseph Bennet of Galax, Va.
She professed a hope in Christ in young life and joined the Glade Creek Church at Hooker, N.C.
Double funeral services were held at 2 P. M. Sunday at the Wesleyan- Methodist Church at Albaton, Iowa, by Rev. J. S. Odermann of Sioux City and Rev. Howard Johnson of Sloan, Iowa. Burial was in the Albaton Cemetery.
Weep not children, our life is passed,
Your love was dear until the last;
Weep not for us, but pity take
And love each other for our sake;
Death breaks the ties of strongest love,
Fills many hearts with grief and pain,
But those that meet in Heaven above
Will never, never part again.
Written by Emmett Lyons
ROWAN BROWN
Rowan Brown was born January 12, 1871 and passed on to his heavenly home on March 7, 1950, making his stay on earth 79 years, one month, and 25 days. He was the son of the late Walter and Rachel Cleary Brown. He joined the Regular Baptist Church at New Salem on January 23, 1925 where he remained a regular and devoted member.
Surviving him are: three brothers, Jim, Floyd, and Luther all of Whitehead; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Jane Blackburn and Mrs. Celia Richardson of Whitehead, Mrs. John Wagoner and Mrs. Isac Brinegar of Sparta, and a host of friends and neighbors.
For the past 25 years he has made his home with Mr. and Mrs. Arza Crouse.
Rowan was a wonderful friend and neighbor to everyone. He bore his sufferings patiently and never complained. He was kind and gentle to everyone and as many friends have said, we never knew of him saying or doing an unkind deed to anyone.
Funeral services were conducted at New Salem Church by Elders Walter Evans and Charlie Wooten.
A precious one from us is gone,
A voice we loved is still,
A place is vacant in our home,
That never can be filled.
It is but the casket beneath the sod,
We know your spirit lives.
It is a part of God's great plan,
To take back what he gives.
Written by his niece, Mrs. Arza Crouse
JIM BROWN
Jim Brown was born June 12th, 1875, son of the late Walter Rachel Cleary Brown. He was married to Mallie Richardson April 25th, 1896. Unto this union was born 5 children: Lonnie, Bessie Martha, Cary and Hattie, all of Whitehead.
His wife, Mallie, passed away August 8, 1919. One son, Lonnie was killed in an accident May 23, 1927.
Surviving also are the following brothers and sisters: Celia, Mary Jane, Floyd and Luther 6! Whitehead, Lauzanne and Dannie of Sparta. One brother, Rowan, passed away March 7, 1950.
He joined the Church at Land Mark Oct. 13, 1896, and was baptized Oct. 15, On Oct.25, 1920, he was dismissed by letter to into the Constitution of New Salem Church.
On April 29th, 1937, he was married to Jessie Rector who survives. Also surviving are ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
He departed this life March 23, 1950, making his stay on earth 74 years, 9 months and 11 days.
He was an affectionate husband, a kind and loving father and was loved by all who knew him.
He will be missed in the home and community.
He's here on earth no more,
He's landed on the other Shore,
And may our souls be ready, too,
When we bid this world adieu.
Funeral services were conducted at Union Primative Baptist Church by Elders Walter Evans, A. C. Wooten and Bro. R. N. Joines.
His body was laid to rest in the Church Cemetery to wait the Resurrection Morning.
Written by the family