History of the Restoration Movement

This file contains a list of the obituaries that appeared in the Gospel Advocate from 1855-2006. See main page for more information. The listings on this page are not in alphabetical order. Therefore, to locate click "File," then "Search" to locate the persons on this page. This page contains a list of those whose last name begins with

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Kile, Mary A.

Mrs. Mary A. Kile was born in Tyler County, W. Va., April 9, 1872; died at her home in Sistersville, W. Va., August 23, 1939. She was the daughter of Noah and Sarah Jane Booher. She was married to Frank Kile, November 15, 1888. He survives with the following children: Mrs. Welea Pierpoint and Mrs. Cora Garman, Marietta, Ohio; Ben Kile, now living at the old home, near Sistersville; and Mrs. Laura Ash, Sistersville. She is also survived by six grandchildren, three brothers, and one sister. Sister Kile was a faithful and active member of the church. She attended services as long as health permitted. She was loved by all who knew her. Her life was one of usefulness. She was always ready to help those who needed assistance. Her sweet and loving disposition won her a host of friends. Short funeral services were held at the home, followed by services at the meetinghouse at Pursley. The sermon was preached by a close friend, Fred E. Dennis. Oliver Johnson assisted in the service.

A Friend.

Gospel Advocate, November 16, 1939, page 1095.

Kilgore, S. M.

Brother Vickrey and family started from Perry, Ark., on August 11, with his brother-in-law, S. M. Kilgore, and wife, she being a sister of Sister Vickrey, to Ford it through to California. They traveled on till in the mountains of New Mexico, when Mr. Kilgore took seriously ill, and they stopped and doctored him up for nearly a week, thought he was better, and started on again, when he grew worse, and at the Needles in California they flagged the train and put him and his wife on, sending them to the hospital in San Bernardino. Mr. Kilgore died at the hospital on Saturday morning, September 23, at 1 A.M. Mrs. Kilgore came on to Sierra Madre, shipping the remains here, and the body was laid to rest in the Sierra Madre Cemetery, the writer conducting the services. It was a very sad affair indeed. Mr. Kilgore had contracted malaria before leaving Arkansas. He and his wife were well and favorably known in Dallas and El Paso, Texas, also at Russellville, Ark., where they were living before coming to California. They were married in Dallas, Texas, on August 12, 1908, by Brother L. S. White, and lived most happily together. Having been a strong, healthy man, his sudden death was a terrible shock to those near and dear to him, especially his dear companion, who is in delicate health.

J. H. Moore.

Gospel Advocate, October 19, 1922, page 1002.

Killebrew, Benjamin H.

On March 24, 1908, the death angel visited the home of Brother and Sister E. D. Killebrew and took their only child, Benjamin H. Killebrew. He had the measles about one year ago, which settled on his lungs. He came West for his health, but to no advantage. He leaves a father, a mother, a wife, and many friends to mourn his death; but they weep not as those that have no hope. Ben was born on October 22, 1888. He obeyed the gospel at the age of fourteen years, under the preaching of Brother F. L. Young. He was married to Miss Gladys Curby on August 11, 1906. The better one knew Ben., the more he loved him. He was buried at Rice, N. M., funeral services being conducted by Brother James A. Scott.

L. E. Diamond.

Gospel Advocate, June 25, 1908, page 410.

Killebrew, George

Taylor, W. D.

Our dear Brother W. H. Killebrew and family, of Oakland congregation, near St. Bethlehem, Tenn., have been called upon recently to pass under a great cloud of affliction and sad bereavement. Bereavements, like blessings, really seem to come in clusters. One sorrow seems to closely follow another Brother Killebrews son, George, died of fever on the 23d of last August, while his little daughter, Bessie, lay sick with the same disease in another room so near deaths door that all were afraid to inform her of her brothers death. Hence he was quietly but tenderly and lovingly borne away and buried without her knowledge. Eyes must be dried, tears must be wiped away, and the sobs of grief which the hearts of loved ones were almost bursting to utter must be suppressed in her presence. Therefore the increased sorrow of this bereavement, and the anxious waiting and watching by the bedside of another darling. Eight days after Georges death, and while Bessie still lingered on the brink of the grave, Brother W. D. Taylor, son-in-law to Brother Killebrew, quietly died of consumption. In the following Christlike way Brother Killebrew writes about all this trouble: We have almost more than we can bear. Our son-in-law, W. D. Taylor, quietly passed away at sunset on Friday, and all that is earthly of him repose in our family burial place. He stayed a week and a day after our dear sons death. Oh, my brother, I find the tears streaming from my eyes, and my chest heaving with sobs, and almost instantly I am ready to shout for joy when I recall the purity of their lives. Both, as you remember, were members of the congregation at Oakland, and both devoted to the cause of the blessed Master. George confessed our Savior eight years ago, when 16, and has never failed in his attendance at worship since, when in the neighborhood. In fact, I cant recall that he has been absent more than twice in the eight years from Lords day serviceonce while on a visit to relatives in Christian county, and once after he was taken sick. He was born August 13, 1870, hence 24 years and 10 days old. Billie Taylor came into the church at your first meeting with our congregation, and, barring bad health, has been remarkably faithful in discharging his Christian duties. His poor wife, our daughter, seems in danger of losing her reason. First her brother, and then in a week her husband! How hard to bear! But blessed be the name of our heavenly Father, we mourn not as those without hope. While George did nothing more than his loving duty, yet it is remarkable that a young man with all the temptations around him to do otherwise should be absent from Lords day service only two days in eight years, and one of them, too, while he was sick and could not attend, and all, too, between the ages of sixteen and twenty-four. How delightful must it be to him to be with his Lord all the time! Brother Killebrew again says: My dear old mother has been with us all the time, and only left this morning. She is in her seventy-sixth year. But what relief it gave me to bow my head in her lap and sob over this great, great grief, as I did half a century ago over my childhood disappointments. A man strong physically and mentally, in the very zenith of manhood, in sorrow and grief, will turn to his wife, his mother, and his God. In them we find comfort and support. We thank God for wives and mothers, and above all for the expression, As a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him. May the Lord strengthen this grief-stricken family to continue to bear as Christians this burden of sorrow. May the promises of God cheer them, and the love of the church sustain them. May God bless young Sister Taylor, and be indeed a judge and husband to the widow. Great is that trust, strong is that faith, sweet and bright is that hope, and sublime is that resignation which amid all this can say, Not my will, but thine, be done. Little Bessie Killebrew is recovering.

E. A. Elam.

Gospel Advocate, October 18, 1894, page 657.

Killebrew, W. H.

W. H. Killebrew was born near Oak Grove, in Christian County, Ky., on May 13, 1838, and died on February 19, 1918. His parents, George W. Killebrew and Mary Ann Moore, were stanch Baptists, consequently he was reared in that faith; but upon reading the Greek Testament in early life was convinced, as he expressed it, that the disciples have the Book on the Baptists. He halted, however, for several years between the two, finally at the age of thirty-seven deciding to become and be a Christian only. But little time passed before he was ordained an elder in the Oakland congregation by fasting, prayer, and laying on of hands, Brethren Charles M. Day and Miles taking part in the service. In this congregation he spent practically all his religious life, faithful and true to the cause he had espoused. During the last forty years of his life he was absent perhaps less than half a dozen times from the Lords-day worship. Brother A. L. Johnson referred to him as the best elder he had ever met among all the congregations of his large acquaintance. He was married to Nora Johnson on November 23, 1864, while on parole during the Civil War. Nine children were reared to be grown, and all confessed

their Savior during early life. His wife and six children survive him: Mrs. G. M. Rawlins, Clarksville, Tenn.; Mrs. J. S. Downer, Guthrie, Ky.; Sam Killebrew, New Mexico; Jim Killebrew, Muskogee, Okla.; Mrs. R. H. Peter, Denison, Texas; Mrs. W. E. Graham, Birmingham, Ala. Well could it be said when he was called to his reward: Truly, a prince in Israel hath fallen. He fought the good fight and kept the faith. He was a devoted husband, a dutiful father, a true friend, and a faithful shepherd in the house of God. Praise His name for the fifty-three years of happy sojourn we had together here. Farewell, loved one, but not for long, for I hope soon to meet you in that blissful home where death shall hold no sway.

Nora.

Gospel Advocate, May 9, 1918, page 450.

Killgore, Ruth Jordan

Ruth Jordan Killgore passed from this life on April 20, 1983 after a brief illness. She was 90 years of age. Her funeral services were held at Gateway Church of Christ, Pensacola, Fla., and graveside services at Samson, Ala.

Ruth Jordan Killgore was born in Highland Home, Ala., Aug. 31, 1892. She was the 11th child of a family of 12. Her father, Samuel Jordan was a pioneer preacher and educator in Alabama. Ruth attended school at Highland Home College and attended graduate school at Columbia University where she majored in music. She went to Samson, Ala., to teach music in 1917. There she met and married Phonso Killgore. Three daughters were born to them in Samson.

With two other women she started meeting and teaching the Bible. The three families met together for many years. A church of Christ was established and it continues as a result of these efforts. She trained her children and grandchildren to love the Lord and his word.

Her husband died in 1939 and she managed his business in Samson until her children were married. For 20 years she lived with her sister in Birmingham and taught music at Birmingham Christian School. After her sisters death in 1977, she went to Pensacola to live with her daughter and son-in-law.

From time to time she visited extensively in Arkansas, Alabama, and Florida. Wherever she went she contributed immensely to life. She loved life and thanked God for the privilege of living. She greeted each day with This is the day that the Lord hath made, let us rejoice. She loved the church, people, flowers, music and children, and most of all her family. Wherever she went she left a little of herself.

She left a legacy of three daughters whose husbands are all elders in the church; nine grandchildren, all Christians, and three great-grandchildren.

So much love, energy and zest for life was wrapped in such a small woman. Angels will certainly rejoice at her coming, though we are saddened by her departure. All her family joins in thanksgiving for the great legacy she leaves behind for each to treasure and draw strength from in their respective lives.

Sammie K. Burden, daughter.

Gospel Advocate, June 2, 1983, page 344.

Killian, Lyman J.

I write this to report the death of Brother Lyman J. Killian, knowing that brethren will be interested in learning of his unfortunate death. Brother Killian was one of our best gospel preachers, a noble Christian character, and we should sorrow not as those who have no hope. The facts seem to be about as follows: Brother Killian, who lived at New Wilson, Okla., an oil town, at the time of his death, which occurred early last spring, was out walking at night, and seems to have been walking along the railroad track. He was very hard of hearing, and, it seems did not hear an approaching train, and, as it had no lights displayed so that he could see them, he was run down by it and killed, his body being discovered next day. He leaves wife and several small children to mourn his loss, one child having come since his death. His widow and children are at present at Dixie, Okla., where they, as I understand, are engaged in chopping cotton for a living. Brethren, let us remember Brother Killians bereaved family in our prayers, and those who have known Brother Killian and have profited by his sacrificing labors in the past should send something to Sister Killian to assist her in bearing lifes burdens. Brother Killian was one of the most self-sacrificing preachers of my acquaintance. His sacrifices and afflictions are ended and he has reached his eternal reward. May we all live faithful. I am writing this without the knowledge of Sister Killian and altogether on my own motion.

U. G. Wilkinson.

Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1918, page 644.

Killom, Ethan Allen

Ethan Allen Killom, a preacher of the gospel for 55 years, died Aug. 1. He served churches in Louisiana, Tennessee, Alabama and Michigan as well as Canada. His wife, Nell, served God faithfully with him for the 54 years they were together. Also surviving are two sons, Don in Brentwood, Tenn., and Paul of Mt. Clemens, Mich.

Few people have served God with such simple dignity as did Brother Killom. With unassuming stedfastness he carried, in both demeanor and speech, the message of Jesus to the many lives he touched.

Upon Brother Killoms retirement in 1975, he and Nell moved to Sterling Heights, Mich., where he worked as an associate minister with his son Paul. Although he refused a few years later to accept support from the church, he continued to serve his Lord in congregational visitations, teaching Bible classes, and special minister and counselor to the many who sought solace in his wisdom.

We are a richer people because he was a part of our lives.

John Williams, Metro Church of Christ, Sterling Heights, MI.

Gospel Advocate, November 6, 1986, page 673.

Kilpatrick, Mary Lee

Mary Lee Kilpatrick was born in Lawrence County, Tenn., October 18, 1874, of John D. and Harriet Grindle Kelly. Her father was a pioneer gospel preacher in that area. She was married to Samuel Allan Kilpatrick April 2, 1891. Four sons and six daughters were born to them The sons are John, of Colorado Springs, Colo., William A., of Stockton, Calif., Barney, of Bolivar, Mo., and Bonnie E., of Chowchilla, Calif. The daughters are Stella Maynard, of Beaver, Okla., Elberta T. Murray, of Fresno, Calif., Mayme Williams, of Sand Springs, Okla., Marian Vaughn, of Vale, Ore., Mildred Indermill, of San Diego, Calif., and Neva McKenzie, of Chowchilla, Calif. There are forty grandchildren and sixty-one great-grandchildren. A brother, William Kelly, lives in Arkansas. A half-brother, Frank Kelly, lives in Santa Cruz, Calif. Three half-sisters survive, Isabel Long of Fresno, Bernice Howard of San Francisco, and Viona Houston of Glendale. S. A. Kilpatrick had preceded his wife in death, April 21, 1952. She passed away at Chowchilla, Calif., March 2, 1954. As a young man Brother Kilpatrick rode some twenty-five miles over the Tennessee hills to be baptized by Brother Goodson, then in a meeting in Lawrenceburg. This courageous beginning was followed consistently as he and his faithful wife and children in a one-horse hack drove seven miles each Lords day through the woodlands to worship and to hear T. B. Larimore preach. The Kilpatricks, the Wesley Smiths, and the Henry Mitchells planted the first congregation in Beaver County, Okla. Here Brother Kilpatrick served as an elder for twenty years. Moving to Baca County, Colo., in 1928, the Kilpatricks again pioneered resulting in the establishing of the work in that new community. In 1935 they came to Chowchilla, Calif. Of the survivors of this godly pair, some are elders, song directors and teachers. Four grandsonsDon, Bill, Wayne Williams and Edwin Dale Kilpatrick, are gospel preachers. Of all who have encouraged me more than these, my wifes parentsa real father and mother in Israel. The funeral service, in the meetinghouse of her home congregation, was conducted by Brother Boyer, T. M. Craig, Vernon Morris and Porter Norris.

A. C. Williams.

Gospel Advocate, April 15, 1954, page 302.

Kilpatrick, S. A.

On Monday afternoon, April 21, 1952, the earthly life of S. A. Kilpatrick came to a close after eighty-five years, ten months and six days. He was born in Lawrence County, Tenn., on June 15, 1866. In the fall of 1890, six months prior to his marriage to Merica Marylee Kelley on April 2, 1891, he heard that a Brother Goodson was conducting a meeting in Lawrenceburg, Tenn., some twenty-five miles away. He rode horseback the entire distance for the purpose of obeying the gospel. His wife obeyed the gospel in 1891. The two of them raised ten children, forty grandchildren and fifty great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife surviving him are his ten children: Mrs. W. S. Maynard, of Beaver, Okla.; Mrs. Elbertha Murray, of Fresno, Calif., Mrs. A. C. Williams, of Parsons, Kans.; Mrs. Ross Indermill, of Visalia, Calif.; Mrs. Bland Vaughn, of Vale, Ore.; Mrs. L. D. McKinzie, of Chowchilla, Calif.; John, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; Barney, of Bolivar, Mo.; W. A., and Bonnie E., of Chowchilla, Calif. Of the remaining ninety descendants, all but one survive him. From the time he became a Christian sixty-two years ago, he was active in the church in so far as he was physically able. In 1904 the family moved west and home-steaded in No Mans Land, which is now Beaver County, Okla. In the community of South Flat Brother and Sister Kilpatrick, with the Wesley Smith and Henry Mitchell families, established the church, the first of any kind in that area. He served as an elder there for twenty years. Today that congregation, meeting in a beautiful new edifice, is the only active religious group in the community. In 1928, the Kilpatricks moved to Colorado where Aubrey J. Bradshaw, who is now an elder in Weatherford, Okla., came to hold a meeting in the auditorium of the schoolhouse in Two Buttes, and another church was established. Brother Kilpatrick served this group as an elder for some seven years. Moving to Chowchilla, Calif., in 1935, the Kilpatrick family joined with the small group then meeting here and for some five years Brother Kilpatrick served as an elder, becoming fairly inactive in the last few years due to ill-health. His main interest in life was centered around spiritual things, even so much so that the greatest consolation he received during his last hours were the words of the Scriptures read to him by his family. All through his married life he taught and studied the Bible with his family day by day. He was instrumental in encouraging A. C. Williams, a son-in-law, to preach and also aided another son-in-law, W. S. Maynard, to find the truth while in error. (Brother Maynard now serves the church in Beaver, Okla., as an elder.) His son, Barney, of Bolivar, Mo., is an elder, and another son-in-law, Ross Indermill, of Visalia, Calif., serves as an elder there. Several of his grandsons are gospel preachers. With a few exceptions, each of his descendants, from the age of accountability upward, are members of the body of Christ. He was laid to rest on April 25, 1952, in the Chowchilla Cemetery, with Porter Norris and the writer officiating, assisted by Vernon Morris, Elbert Garretson and T. M. Craig. Surely his life should cause those he leaves behind and all who knew and loved him to strive to make certain that the circle will be unbroken. He being dead yet speaketh.

Robert A. Bolton.

Gospel Advocate, June 5, 1952, page 374.

Kimbro, William C.

William C. Kimbro was born on October 18, 1908. He passed from this life July 8, 1977. The funeral was held at the building of McGehee Church of Christ, 500 North Fourth, McGehee, Ark. O. S. Lanham and Julius Nolan officiated.

The funeral was well attended by relatives and friends in McGehee and surrounding areas. Interment was in the Tillar cemetery in Drew County, Ark., of which he was a lifelong resident.

Brother Kimbro was a deacon and an elder of the McGehee church of Christ for approximately twenty-seven years.

The writer was acquainted with Brother Kimbro for twenty-five years, served under him as a deacon for approximately two years and with him as elder for eleven years.

His family were charter members of the McGehee church of Christ and he was loved and respected by all who knew him.

In my twenty-five years in association with Brother Kimbro I never heard one word of criticism regarding his spiritual, business, or social life.

Brother Kimbro is survived by his wife, Mrs. Louise McGriff Kimbro, two daughters, Mrs. Chartene Stewart of Statesboro, Ga. and Mrs. Lou Ellen Glasup of Fort Lewis Wash., and five grandchildren.

Ernest Gilliam.

Gospel Advocate, August 11, 1977, page 510.

Kimmel, Sarah

Sarah Kimmel was, until her death, a member of the North Houston congregation in Houston, Texas. She was confined to bed for more than four years. Her middle-aged daughters, members of denominational churches, were much devoted to their mother. During this period of illness the North Houston church provided Sister Kimmel a hospital bed in her home, and members of North Houston cheerfully ministered to her needs both day and night. The cheerful warmth of Christian ministration during these years demonstrated to these daughters the spirit of true Christianity. The ladies from the church had opportunity to talk about the church, to leave tracts, and gospel papers to be read. This cheerful ministration from members of North Houston continued until Sister Kimmels death. Sometime after Mrs. Jane Headrick, one of the daughters in Odessa, Texas, returned to her home, she called Kenneth J. Arrington, preacher in Odessa, and became simply a Christian.

Hoyt Bailey.

Gospel Advocate, June 8, 1961, page 367.

Kincaid, Emma Elizabeth

Sister Emma Elizabeth Kincaid, wife of John W. Kincaid and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Richardson, was born on January 15, 1877, and died on December 10, 1924, at her home in Ethridge, Tenn. She obeyed the gospel early in life and thus became a member of the church of Christ. She died, as she had lived in the Lord. She leaves her husband and four children. In her childhood home she leaves father, mother, three brothers, and three sisters to mourn her death. She suffered long and much, but with true Christian patience. She was ready to go, and asked her loved ones to meet her in heaven. Sister Kincaid lived a Christian life devoted to the church, friends, and loved ones. The home seems all broken up since mother has gone away, but the influence of her beautiful life is still with them. After funeral services by the writer at the church of Christ in Lawrenceburg, the body was laid to rest in Mimosa cemetery. A large number of friends and loved ones were present to show their love for this good woman and sympathy for the bereaved. Beautiful floral designs were placed upon the casket and mound by the hands of those who loved her.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, July 9, 1925, page 665.

Kincaid, Sam

Sam Kincaid, the subject of these lines was a son of D. A. and S. C. Kincaid. He was born April 9, 1859, and died at the home of parents on South Cherry St., in this city June 30, 1887, being a little over 28 years of age. On May 23, 1881 he was married to Miss May Florence White, daughter of Thomas and Carrie A. White. His wife died October 12, 1884, leaving a little daughter, Mamie Sue, now 5 years old, who has been adopted by her grand-parents White, who will endeavor to bring her up in the Christian faith of her parents so that they may all meet in the sweet by and by. Brother Kincaid was buried n the family graveyard at Campbells Station, a large number of friends being present. He was for years an employee of the L. & N. Railroad, and at the time of his death and for several years before, was freight conductor on the Decatur division. He enjoyed the confidence of the officers of the road and was a general favorite with all his associates and especially with his crew. He obeyed the gospel about three years since and though he had neglected his Christian duties a good deal, he confessed his sins and joyfully committed his spirit to God through our Savior Jesus Christ and died in the hope of a better life. May the Lord comfort and bless his aged parents and sanctify his death to all the family and friends.

Thos. White.

Gospel Advocate, July 20, 1887, page 463.

Kindrick, Vera Maude McNeil

Vera Maude McNeil, daughter of Brother Sanders McNeil and Sister Lottie McNeil, was born on April 12, 1892, and died on January 7, 1928. She was married to Brother John Kindrick on November 8, 1913, and to this union were born five childrentwo girls and three boys. She was baptized into Christ at the age of sixteen, and lived a faithful, Christian life until death. She was an obedient and most estimable daughter, a true, affectionate, and industrious wife, a fond and loving mother, a good and accommodating neighbor and friend. She is survived by her parents, her husband and children, one sister and one brother. To all of these I would say: You have the bright and glorious hope of the gospel. She has gone to the beautiful home of the soul and is there awaiting your coming in the sweet by and by. Prepare to meet her over there.

G. W. Farmer.

Gospel Advocate, November 8, 1928, page 1078.

King, Mrs. C. B.

How saddened we were when came the message: Sister C. B. King passed away. But like a rainbow across the storm cloud came the thought that she was a Christian. The deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Tipler. She was born in Middleton, Tenn., in 1888, and died on April 11, 1928, at the Baptist Hospital, Memphis, Tenn., where she underwent an operation for appendicitis. In 1903 she was baptized by Brother N. B. Hardeman while attending the Georgie Robertson Christian College (now Freed-Hardeman College). Her influence was such that by association one was inspired to nobler deeds. Sister King was modest in dress and manner, kind, with an unassuming disposition that won for her many friends. She was a member at Harbert Avenue, Memphis, before she became identified with the Coleman Avenue church of Christ. In 1904 she was married to C. B. King and soon afterwards moved to Memphis. To them were born six children. Of these, two girls and three boys are living. Besides these, she leaves a husband, father, and two sistersMrs. J. O. Lowry, of Obion, Tenn., and Mrs. J. W. Matheson, of Macon, Tenn. Her life was a beautiful example of just what constitutes a real, ideal home; the mother, chaste, a model keeper of the home, adorned with that inward adorning, a meek and quiet spirit. She was laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery. We sorrow, not as those who have no hope, but because we shall see her face on earth no more. The writer spoke words of comfort to the bereaved.

E. L. Whitaker.

Gospel Advocate, June 28, 1928, page 624.

King, E. M.

E. M. King was born on February 14, 1860, and died on August 14, 1920, being sixty and one-half years of age. Brother King obeyed the gospel in 1890. He began preaching three or four years later, and was instrumental in doing a great deal of good. He located in Houston County, Ala., about twenty years ago, and labored extensively with the Christian Home congregation. He preached monthly for this congregation practically all the remainder of his life. He loved the cause of Christ and rejoiced to see it prosper. I was engaged with this home congregation in a meeting while Brother King was sick. I was there in his home. I had spent a week with him a year ago and had learned to love him for his work and his works sake. He manifested great interest in my work in the South. Brother King was married n 1884 to Miss Sarah A. Jones. He was the father of ten children--five boys and five girlsone of whom is Brother Russell King, of David Lipscomb College. Two are dead; the others are all Christians, save the baby boy. He was a good man in his home, in the community, and in the church. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord. I shall expect to see him on the other side.

Van A. Bradley.

Gospel Advocate, October 21, 1920, page 1034.

King, Earl M.

The death angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earl M. King on Wednesday morning, February 6, 1918, and greatly saddened the life of Mrs. King by taking her loving companion from her. Mr. King was born on August 8, 1893. He obeyed the gospel in 1907 or 1908, being baptized by Brother G. A. Dunn, and had ever since lived faithful to his Master. Of course, we none live above sin, but Mr. King was faithful to confess his faults and pray to be forgiven. He was quietly and happily married to Lillie Raines on October 27, 1915. He was a faithful, loving companion, and made Mrs. Kings life one of happiness. To them was born a sweet little girl on November 2, 1916. She, too, will miss the tender love of a father. The remains were placed in the family graveyard near the home of his father. He leaves behind a wife and baby, a father, mother, four brothers, four sisters, and many friends and loved ones, to mourn their loss.

Gospel Advocate, April 25, 1918, page 407.

King, Elizabeth Hamby

Sister Elizabeth Hamby King was born on March 25, 1850, and departed this life on February 15, 1929. She was married to G. W. King (deceased) on May 14, 1872, and to this union seven children were born, all of whom survive her. Being born into the family of God at the age of seventeen, but not knowing the unscripturalness of instrumental music in the worship and humanly devised missionary societies, Sister King remained among these things until seven years ago. Since then she had been faithful in the discharge of her Christian duty, worshiping only as it is written. Though she had been sick for a long period, she bore it with patience and cheerfulness until the end, hopeful of regaining sufficient health to again be permitted to worship with the saints. Funeral services were conducted by the writer among many sorrowing friends and kinsmen, after which the body was laid to rest in the cemetery at Scottsville, Ky.

Charles M. Campbell.

Gospel Advocate, March 7, 1929, page 235.

King, George Gowan

George Gowan King, son of Brother and Sister W. H. King, of Lebanon, Tenn., was born on February 11, 1880, and died on April 26, 1913. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Joe McPherson, in October, 1910. He had been in poor health for some time, yet was very patient in all his afflictions. Even in his last sickness, while his suffering was intense, he bore it with the fortitude of a true Christian soldier. Brother King was a most estimable young man in every way. He was an obedient and affectionate son, of gentlemanly deportment at home and abroad, and his friends were coextensive with his acquaintance. While cut down young in life by the hand of the reaper, Death, yet we believe the sheaf was fully ripe for the heavenly garner. God knows best. Young men, commit your ways to the Lord: and whether you live long or die soon, all will be well.

George W. Farmer.

Gospel Advocate, August 28, 1913, page 836.

King, Henry

Brother Henry King, of Lecanto, Fla., died on February 14, 1921, aged seventy-five years. He leaves a wife and five children to mourn his departure. He obeyed the gospel about forty-five years ago, and proved faithful to his duty as a Christian. At a time when it looked like the cause would go down here, he, with two or three other faithful brethren and his wife, held up the light, until now there is a very strong little band of faithful Christians here worshiping as the New Testament teaches. His companion is very ill, and it looks as though she will soon follow. Many friends attended his funeral. Every one that knew him loved him. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in the little Lecanto meetinghouse, and his body was laid away to rest in the Lecanto cemetery.

R. E. L. Taylor.

Gospel Advocate, March 3, 1921, page 217.

King, Henry Clay

Henry Clay King, an old and respected citizen of the Summertown neighborhood, died on January 9, 1919, at the advanced age of seventy-eight years, two months, and thirteen days. He leaves behind five daughters and one son and quite a number of grandchildren to mourn his death. Brother King obeyed the gospel in early life and thus became a member of the church of Christ, and died in the faith. His good wife was called away some ten years ago, but he was still blessed with good children that will be a blessing to the world. He sold his farm a few months ago that he might settle up his earthly affairs and be ready to go. We buried his body at Pleasant Garden in the presence of many of his neighbors and friends. Funeral services were conducted by his friend and brother in Christ, Thomas C. King.

Gospel Advocate, February 13, 1919, page 164.

King, Henry Thomas

Henry Thomas King was born in Perry County, Tenn., December 28, 1884. He was the son of the late G. A. and Huldah H. King. During his early life he attended short-term country schools. He left school at the age of fifteen to do farm work and timber cutting. He was baptized in October of 1899 and began preaching shortly thereafter. In 1906 he was married to Miss Pearl Black of Lewis County. For several months he worked with the Hohenwald Herald, later becoming its owner and editor. He soon gave up newspaper work to devote his full time to preaching. Through the encouragement of H. Leo Boles he entered the Nashville Bible School in 1913. Family responsibilities prevented his remaining until graduation. At the suggestion of David Lipscomb, an elder in the old College Street Church in Nashville, he was asked to preach regularly at that congregation. For several years Brother King preached for churches in Middle Tennessee and Kentucky. Mrs. Pearl Black King died in 1923 leaving two teen-age children, the present Edith K. Lowe and the late Edward L. King. Brother King was preaching for the Belmont Avenue congregation at that time. He continued until 1925 when he resigned to become Executive Secretary of the Nashville Community Chest, which position he held until 1933. In 1927 Brother King was married to Miss Lydia Burcham, of Maury County, Tenn., who survives. Their daughter, Margaret, now Mrs. Pete Ragus, lives in Corpus Christi, Texas. From 1933-36 he was executive secretary of the St. Joseph, Mo., Community Chest, after which he moved to Memphis where he served in that capacity until 1953, having suffered a heart attack in 1951. The years from 1953 to 1958 were among the most gratifying years of his life,

although during this period he suffered further impairment in health. Applying his remarkable knowledge of fund raising, he gave capable assistance to Christian schools, including Memphis Christian School (now Harding Academy), Houston Christian Schools, and Harding College. He conducted a successful campaign promoting the establishment of North Central Christian College in the Detroit area. During the past two years he has rendered invaluable assistance to the union Avenue church in Memphis in financing a $500,000 building program. The elders at Union Avenue feel that much of the success of this building program has been due to his capable planning and diligent work. Funeral services were conducted in Memphis on February 17 by the writer and Dr. L. M. Graves. Burial was in Nashville on February 28.

Clarence C. Dailey.

Gospel Advocate, May 4, 1961, page 286.

King, J. W.

Brother J. W. King was born, in Illinois, on June 5, 1861, and died, in Dunklin County, Mo., on April 11, 1904. He, with his father, moved from Illinois to Missouri in 1870 or 1871. Soon after his father died. Brother King became a Christian under the preaching of Brother Con. West. He was ever found at his post of duty after he became a child of God. All who knew him were his friends. At the time of his death he was one of the deacons in the church at Lulu, Mo. Brother King was a loving father, a kind husband, and honorable citizen, and a worthy Christian. He leaves a wife, seven children, a mother, one brother and one half-brother, one sister and one half-sister, and a host of relatives and friends, to mourn their loss. To these I would say: Weep not for him as though you had no hope; but trust in God, do his will, and some day you will meet Brother King in the paradise of God, where no sorrow, pain, parting, or sadness ever comes, but where all is joy, peace, and love. May God, in his mercy, keep you from all harm.

John F. Summitt.

Gospel Advocate, June 9, 1904, page 362.

King, Jack Warren

Jack Warren King was born in Cleburne, Texas, December 1, 1916, the son of Mr. and Mrs. T. H. King. He grew up in Cleburne and was baptized by C. A. Norred at the age of twelve. He was encouraged to preach the gospel early in life and during his high school years filled appointments within driving distance of Cleburne. He attended Abilene Christian College, Texas Christian University and Howard Payne College. He was married October 25, 1936, to Miss Carlene Wheeler of Cleburne. They were the parents of three boys and one adopted daughter. Brother King labored with the churches at Eastside in Graham, Texas; Melwood Avenue in Brownwood, Texas; Northdale in Bonham, Texas; Littlefield Drive in Littlefield, Texas; Houston and Broadway in Kilgore, Texas, in his twenty years of local work. He also conducted several meetings each year. Through his labors he baptized over 2, 600 into Christ, many of whom are now gospel preachers and elders. Brother King worked with the state officials in welfare cases and many Christian homes are blessed with adopted children through his efforts. New church buildings, preachers homes and educational buildings are a memorial to the growth of Gods kingdom where he labored. The latest project in which he was deeply interested was the Bible Chair at Kilgore Junior College, Kilgore, Texas. Brother King was stricken with a heart attack Sunday, May 31, 1959. He fell in the pulpit after having preached about twenty minutes. He was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital. Funeral services were conducted at the Houston and Broadway building June 2, 1959, and at the West Side Church in Cleburne at 5:00 P. M. Words of consolation were spoken by P. D. Wilmeth, Billy Barr, Melvin Vaughn and the writer. His body was laid to rest in Rose Hill Cemetery in Cleburne. He is survived by his wife; Kerry and Keith Lynn are capable young preachers; Jack, Jr., Carol Anne, and his mother, Mrs. T. H. King of Cleburne; also several brothers and sisters. As a tribute to this great man of God, the Texas House of Representatives adjourned June 2 and set aside a page in the House Journal in respect and memory of him. Surely no greater blessing in death could be gained by those who walk with God than to die while preaching the gospel of him who died for them. A great soldier of the cross has laid his armor down. May the sons of this gospel preacher carry on the good fight of faith of their father.

Earl Prater.

Gospel Advocate, November 12, 1959, page 734.

King, John

On June 5, 1905, the angel of death claimed as its victim Brother John King, of the church of Christ meeting at Spring Warrior , Fla. Brother King obeyed the gospel in 1899 and lived a faithful life till the Lord called him hence. He was married to Sallie McCall in 1899, and to them were born three children, one of which went to be with Jesus in infancy. It was my privilege to be with Brother King a great deal while preaching in that section of country. He enjoyed talking on religious subjects and always seemed to be happy. He was thirty years, six months, and three days old when he died. Besides a loving wife and two little children, he leaves a father, a mother, four brothers, three sisters, and a host of friends to mourn their loss. We feel confident that their loss is his gain. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. May Gods blessings rest upon the family, and may his grace sustain them in their time of sorrow.

H. C. Shoulders.

Gospel Advocate, August 17, 1905, page 522.

King, Lucy

Sister Lucy King departed this life, at Lecanto, Fla., on February 18, 1921, aged seventy years. She was the wife of Brother Henry King, who died only four days before. She leaves five sons, besides a host of friends and relatives, to mourn her death. She was a faithful member of the church of Christ. She was always found, with her husband, and at her place in the church, willing to do her part. On the day she went away to live with her companion, as we have hope, in the paradise of God, her two sons, who had lived for many years in sin, obeyed the gospel. Before they returned to her home from the water she had breathed her last. Her body was laid beside that of her husband in the Lecanto Cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in the presence of a host of friends.

R. E. L. Taylor.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1921, page 294.

King, Martha

Mrs. Martha King, who died at the residence of Mrs. Elizabeth Weaver on the 3d inst., was one of the oldest and most respected citizens of Itawamba county. She came to this county in 1843 with her husband, the Rev. Nathaniel King, and her brother, Thomas P. Weaver, who died in December last. No one had more friends than Aunt Patsy, as she was familiarly called, and no one was more deserving than she. Her life has been a beautiful exemplification of loving-kindness and Christian piety. She had been a member of the Christian Church for forty years, and her husband was one of the ablest and most faithful defenders of that doctrine that has ever been in this county, and during his long and useful life there was a beautiful light by his side that made life sweeter, nobler, and brighter, and that light was Aunt Patsy. Her pure life adorned him; her tears softened his tender heart, and her constant prayers sustained him. During her years of widowhood she never lost devotion to him, and choosing three of Itawambas best citizens to see her decently buried, she asked to be laid as near him as possible without digging into his grave. Her request was complied with most nobly by her friends whom she selected. While she was so much devoted to the memory of her husband, she lost none of her zeal for the church of her choice. She gave of her means freely for the support of the ministryher tears and prayers were for the salvation of the world. She has gone home to glory to wear a robe of righteousness made white in the blood of the Lamb. Our loss is heavens gain. The Lord giveth, and the Lord taketh away, and blessed be his name.

A Friend.

Gospel Advocate, June 21, 1894, page 390.

King, Merle

Merle King, minister who had twice served the Azle, Texas, church of Christ, was killed Dec. 7 near here in an auto accident. He was moving to Wisconsin where he also had worked earlier.

King is survived by his wife, Oneida; three sons, David of Los Angeles; Warren of Amarillo; and Carl of Oklahoma Christian College; and a daughter, Mrs. Patsy Barnam of Gruver, Texas; and eight grandchildren.

Ardmore, Okla.

Gospel Advocate, January 25, 1979, page 59.

King, Paul

The church in the Western states lost a loving servant Feb. 16 when Paul King died after suffering a massive stroke.

At his death King was serving as an elder for the Peninsula congregation in Portland, Ore., and as director of church relations at Columbia Christian College, also in Portland.

With his wife, Fern, King devoted many years to Christian education. Before taking Columbias church relations post in 1982, King worked 12 years as the colleges director of admissions. He came to Portland from Malibu, Calif., where he served four years as dean of men for Pepperdine University.

After graduating from Abilene Christian, King preached for Churches of Christ in Compton, Merced, Sacramento, Stockton and Yuba City, Calif. He also helped organize Sierra Bible Camp, north of Sacramento, and served as a camp director and board member for 14 years. During the past several years King was active in Yosemite Family Encampment, as a speaker, teacher and director.

King was born Sept. 23, 1923, in Celt, Mo., to Jonathan and Ida Mae King. He attended school in Doniphan, Mo., where he met his wife, the former Fern I. Griffin. They were married Sept. 23, 1943.

In addition to his wife, King is survived by his son, Richard, Portland, Ore.; his grandson, Ryan King, Sacramento, Calif.; and his brothers, Othel, Clearlake, Calif.; Oval, Doniphan, Mo.; and Guy, St. Louis, Mo. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Judy, in 1963.

Michael C. Armour, Columbias president, wrote these words, which were read at Kings funeral Feb. 21 in Portland, Ore.: He was a friend of every good work, and selflessly so. He cared deeply about people, about the kingdom, about life.In a sense, his life was like his house, whose interior walls he removed so he could crowd more people in. He invited us all into that giant heart of his and we basked in its warmth. We shall miss him for the friend he was.

Kelly Deatherage.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1983, page 213-214.

King, Nellie B. Hille

Mrs. Russell S. King, of Umatilla, Fla., passed away on March 9after a short illness at the Waterman Memorial Hospital at Eustis, Fla. Services were conducted at the Christian Home church of Christ, near Dothan, Ala., on March 11. Mrs. King was the former Nellie B. Hille, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Hille, of Hopkinsville, Ky. She was married to Russell S. King in 1911. They made their home in Nashville for a number of years when he taught at David Lipscomb College and was minister at Chapel Avenue church of Christ. In later years they lived in Florida, where Mr. King passed away in 1956 and was buried near Dothan, Ala. Mrs. King is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Glenn H. Bolles, of Umatilla, Fla.; three sisters, Mrs. A. P. Richardson, of Clarksville, Tenn.; Miss Frances Hille and the writer of Nashville, Tenn.; one niece, Mrs. Davis Lusk of Honolulu, Hawaii; three nephews, H. P. Richardson, Jr., of Nashville, John Minor Richardson and Hille Richardson of Clarksville, Tenn.

Marie C. Hille.

Gospel Advocate, March 30, 1961, page 208.

King, Russell Shelby

Russell Shelby King, a preacher of the gospel for almost fifty-two years died June 7 in a Leesburg, Fla., hospital after an illness of five days. He was sixty-eight years old at the time of his death. He started preaching the gospel at the age of seventeen and missed very few Sundays preaching somewhere. He preached regularly for the churches in Chicago, Ill., New York City, Indianapolis, Ind., Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Homestead, Belle Glade, Ocala, Fort Pierce and Tavares, Fla. He started churches in Anniston, Ala., Belle Glade and Tavares. He laid the blocks for the Tavares church, performed the first wedding, the first baptism and his was the first funeral to be preached at this church. A native of Airton, Ala., Mr. King attended the University of Alabama, was graduated from Potter Bible School in Bowling Green, Ky.; did graduate work at George Peabody College for Teachers; was school principal at Oxford and Cottonwood (Alabama) schools for several years; taught at Bowen Prep School in Nashville, Tenn., and also at David Lipscomb College in Nashville, Tenn. He worked for the Life and Casualty Insurance Company at Nashville, Tenn., later going to Chicago, Ill., as manager for the Manhattan Life Insurance Company, and New York City as field supervisor for the same company. In 1927 he went to Indianapolis, Ind., as state manager for the Union Central Life Insurance Company. He came to Florida in 1933 and devoted the balance of his life to the cause of Christ. He was a graduate of Carnegie Tech School of Insurance and conducted summer courses all over the United States, preaching every Sunday he had the opportunity. While living in Indianapolis, he was listed in Whos Who in Indiana. He was manager of Florida Christian Estates, a proposed home for the aged in Tavares and was chaplain (Captain) of Lake Squadron, Civil Air

Patrol, Lake Co, Fla. He is survived by his wife, Nellie Bob King of Tavares; one daughter, the writer, of Eustis, Fla.; four sisters, Mrs. P. T. Thomley, Mrs. John Rudd, Mrs. J. T. Speigner, all of Newton, Ala., and Mrs. Roscoe E. Perry, of Pinckard, Ala.; two brothers, Harvey and Paul King, of Newton, Ala.; and several nieces and nephews. Local services were held at the Tavares church of Christ with Bert Brown officiating. The remains were forwarded to Alabama where family services were held at the Christian Home church of Christ at Newton, Ala., with Floyd O. Barker in charge. Interment was in the family plot at Newton.

Marie Bolles.

Gospel Advocate, June 30, 1955, page 550.

King, S. C.

S. C. King, aged fifty years, died at his home in Falkville, Ala., June 5, 1939, after a six weeks illness. Brother King, previous to his illness, was employed by the State Highway Department as carpenter foreman. He had held this position for about a year and a half. Funeral services were held at Piney Grove, June 6, at 2:30 oclock. Lindsay Allen, of Decatur, Ala., and James M. Benson, of Vinemont, Ala., conducted the funeral. G. G. Tillery, of Vinemont, had charge of the singing, and Drinkard-Howell were in charge of the funeral. Brother King is survived by his widow, one son (Chester), two daughters (Marie and Rubye Kate), one brother (R. L. King, of Stevenson, Ala.), and one sister (Mrs. Mary Henson, of Falkville, Route 1). Brother King was an earnest worker in the church in his home. The congregation of the church of Christ has met in his home for almost two years. He had been a member of the church for a good many years. He will be greatly missed in the church, but especially in the home will he be missed most of all.

Marie King.

Gospel Advocate, July 20, 1939, page 687.

King, Sarah

It is with a sad heart, that I chronicle the death of our beloved sister in Christ, Sarah King, of Olive Branch, Texas, wife of brother Royal King, and daughter of J. B. Hill, also grand-daughter of Abner Hill, whom many of our pioneer preachers will remember, as he preached in the days of E. A. Smith, Stone, and Campbell. She breathed her last on Tuesday, Oct. 12th, after an illness of eleven days. She was 49 years, 6 months, and 19 days old. The writer was with her during her illness, and must say, I never saw such calmness exhibited in any one, as she did in the hour of death. She said she had obeyed her Savior at the age of eighteen, and had no fear of death whatever; her only regret was the absence of a beloved daughter who was living out West, and could not be there. So was truly an exemplary woman. All who knew her loved her. Her talks to her only remaining brother, could not have been more composed in perfect health. That brother had never made the good confession. Just twenty hours before her death, her oldest brother, Alek Hill, breathed his last. Truly they were a bereaved family, but they mourned not as those who had no hope. She leaves a husband and four dear children to mourn her loss. All of her children have obeyed the Savior, and I pray that they may all meet that beloved mother over the river.

M. L. Bonnean., Millsap, Tex.

Gospel Advocate, November 12, 1891, page 715.

King, Susan R. Kennemer

Susan R. Kennemer, daughter of Joseph and Ann Kennemer, was born near Athens, Ala., on February 14, 1854; passed away on July 29, 1940, being eighty-six years old. She was married to Thomas C. King on January 15, 1874. To this union five children were born. Two of themMrs. J. R. Speigle, of Newport News, Va., and Maypreceded their mother to the grave. Those who are left are: Mrs. James Trimble, of Cullman, Ala.; Walter, of Jacksonville, Fla.; and Mrs. Marcus Weaver, of Kensett, Ark. She was a true Christian, a faithful wife, a loving mother and grandmother. The funeral services were conducted in the home by J. H. Stribling and Gilbert Gibbs. The body was laid to rest on July 30 in the beautiful John Lay Cemetery, at Ethridge, Tenn.

Mrs. James Trimble.

Gospel Advocate, October 17, 1940, page 1007.

King, Thomas C.

Thomas C. King was born in Lawrence County, Tenn., in 1852; died at his home, in Lawrenceburg, August 29, 1940. When he was only seven, his parents moved to Alabama, where Brother King grew into manhood and where he did his first preaching. On January 15, 1874, he was married to Susan Rebecca, daughter of Joseph and Ann Kennamer, and they lived happily together for more than sixty-six years. She passed away at the age of eighty-six, just one month before Brother King. They became the parents of five childrenMrs. Annie Trimble, Cullman, Ala.; Walter, Jacksonville, Fla.; Mrs. Minnie Weaver, Searcy, Ark.; Mrs. Wessie Speigle, Norfolk, Va.; and May. The last two preceded their parents in death. Brother King was a minister for more than fifty years, doing evangelistic work in northern Alabama and middle Tennessee. For the last thirty-five years he had lived in Lawrence County and held many meetings in tents and school-houses, and, as a result, many people were converted and several churches now perpetuate his memory. He was much beloved by the church and by all who knew him. As evidence of this, he preached more funerals and performed more marriage ceremonies than any preacher in the county. Funeral services were conducted in the church at Lawrenceburg by E. O. Coffman and the writer. His body was laid to rest in the John Lay Cemetery, at Ethridge.

G. F. Gibbs.

Gospel Advocate, November 14, 1940, page 1103.

Kingcaid, Pearl

Mrs. Pearl Kingcaid, one of the most estimable women of this county, died on August 2, 1905, after a lingering illness of consumption. Mrs. Kingcaid was twenty years old and the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. J. N. Watkins. She is survived by her husband, C. M. Kingcaid. She was ready and willing to go when the final summons came. Her last feeble effort was to sing her favorite song: We shall reach the river side. The interment took place at the Vickers burial ground. The funeral services were conducted by Elder Wright, of the Christian Church. Mrs. Kingcaids death was deeply mourned by a large circle of friends.

Smithville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August 24, 1905, page 542.

KinKaid, Lidelle Carver

Lidelle Carver KinKaid, born January 15, 1898, near Mt. Juliet, Tenn., passed away February 1, 1968 in Waxahachie, Texas. Her husband, Charles R. KinKaid, Sr., passed away November 20, 1951. She is survived by two sons, Truman and Charles R. KinKaid and six grandchildren, all of Waxahachie. Also two sisters, Mrs. T. O. Shelton of Dallas, Texas and Mrs. E. H. Grimes of Louisville, Ky., and two brothers, Hubert E. Carver of Nashville, Tenn., and Leslie Carver of Franklin, Ky.

She obeyed the gospel in her early teens and had the priceless privilege of being brought up by consecrated parents in a Christian home where we had regular reading of Gods word and prayer. E. H. Ijams spoke at my fathers funeral in February 1949. He referred to fond memories of the hospitality he enjoyed in our home. Particular emphasis was placed on my fathers showing his joy in seeing all six of his children grow up strong in the faith.

Delle was an extremely energetic person and had a most cheerful disposition. Particularly was she interested in the work of the church. Brethren England and Cosgrove read and spoke words of comfort, hope and encouragement at the funeral, calling attention to her notable faithfulness in church attendance and service.

She was laid to rest in Waxahachie City Cemetery, there to await the resurrection of all humanity.

G. Leslie Carver.

Gospel Advocate, March 21, 1968, page 190.

Kinnard, Phoebe Derryberry

Sister Phoebe Derryberry Kinnard was born on July 23, 1855, and died on February 27, 1928. Her union in marriage with M. C. Kinnard was forty-four years, and in this union they reared five childrenfour boys and one girl. Sister Kinnard obeyed the gospel at about twelve years of age and was a member of the church about sixty years. She loved the cause of Christ and proved herself a faithful member to the end of life. She was a member of the Derryberry family of noted singers, and she had a sweet voice and could sing well. Members of the Derryberry family sang at the funeral. Sister Kinnard was an exceptionally good home-keeper and filled her place as wife and mother admirably. She had many friends, and always greeted them with a pleasant smile. Her beautiful life is greatly missed, but we trust that the life she lived gave her a glorious hope of the life eternal in the blissful home over there, where we shall know as we are known. May the Lord bless each member of the family and heal their broken hearts with the sweet and exceeding precious promises given in this holy word.

F. C. Sowell.

Gospel Advocate, April 5, 1928, page 334.

Kinslow, Max

On Feb. 1, 1981, physical death came to Max Kinslow, an overseer in the Southside church of Christ in Manchester, Tenn. Services were Feb. 3 at Manchester Funeral Home with Olan Bassham and Robert Taylor officiating. Graveside services were Feb. 4 at Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery in Cookeville. Survivors are his wife, Barbara; three children: Stanley, Kathy, and Sandra; his father, Ray Kinslow, and his brother, Paul Kinslow.

As a Bible teacher he was superb. As an overseer Max was unsurpassed by any of whom I am acquainted, in meeting the qualifications. He was above reproach able to teach, uncontentious, free from the love of money. He believed in simplicity, honesty, and fairness to all. He believed and trusted the Word of God completely, and he was a worthy example in life and teaching. He will be sorely missed both in his home and in the church.

Gordon Matthews., Manchester, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 16, 1981, page 250.

Kinton, Julia

Mrs. Julia Kinton, wife of T. R. Kinton, of Quito, Tenn., was born Feb. 7, 1830; and died Feb. 1, 1897. She survived her husband not quite two years. A good woman has gone from this to a better world. She obeyed the gospel at seventeen years of age, and for fifty years has worked in her Masters vineyard, never shrinking from any duty, but ever ready to lend a helping hand to the cause of God. She was familiar with the Scriptures, and took the word of God as her guide, relying upon its precious promises. She availed herself of all opportunities of attending church. As her church was not convenient, she frequently had preaching at her home, and invited all denominations to attend. She murmured not at her sufferings. In her death her children lost a devoted mother, who taught them to love and obey God; the community lost a good and obliging neighbor. She was called Aunt Julia by all the young people, and their vigilance during her sickness proved their zealous love. We will all miss her; her place cannot be filled. She cannot come to us, but we can go to her. Dear friends, let us meet her over the river, under the shade of the tree of life.

W. E. Yancey.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1897, page 188.

Kinton, M. N. (Dock)

M. N. (Dock) Kinton, son of R. D. and Amanda Neal Kinton, was born in what is now a part of Crockett County, near Alamo, Tenn., August 29, 1861; died Saturday, April 6, 1935, eight miles west of Trenton, Tenn. On February 23, 1881, he was married to Emma Lou Taylor, and moved with his bride to the home where he died, having lived in the house just fifty-four years to the day, with the exception of about six years when he resided in Dyer, Tenn. To this union were born five children, two of whom died at birth; a daughter, Eunice, died in 1914; and two, W. R. Kinton and Miss Lillie Kinton, survive. He is also survived by his wife. At the early age of eleven years he obeyed the gospel under the preaching of the late Elihu Scott, going into the water with and being baptized at the same time his mother was immersed. He labored in the Masters vineyard for sixty-two years. He was active in his younger days in the organization of the Bethany congregation, and after the meetinghouse was moved he was one of the organizers of the Doris Chapel Church, which he served as one of its elders until his demise. Death followed a long illness, during which he suffered with great fortitude. He took much interest in the sermons broadcast from Central Church, Nashville, and had been a reader of the Gospel Advocate for more than fifty-two years.

W. R. Hassell, Route 3, Trenton, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, July 11, 1935, page 671.

Kinton, R. D.

Brother R. D. Kinton was born on April 5, 1827, near Oxford, N. C.; and died, at Dyer, Tenn., on January 26, 1903. He moved with his fathers family to Middle Tennessee when a youth. There his mother died, being buried in the same grave with her only daughter. In 1847 he came to West Tennessee, locating near Alamo, where, on June 28, 1850, he was married to Amanda Neil. As a result of this union, ten children were born. Four daughters and two sons survive him. In 1864 he moved to Gibson County, Tenn. His son writes of him: In 1869 he confessed faith in Christ and was added to the church. Since then he has attended to his duties in a very quiet way. He was always ready to help the needy, and those who were in trouble were never turned away when calling on him for help. During his active life his financial plans were successful. He was greatly afflicted during the last four years of his life, but he patiently bore his sufferings to the end. To his children he often quoted Eccles. 12:1, while verses 13 and 14 of that chapter were a favorite text with him. His family were all very much devoted to him. His aged and faithful wife and his older son gave much of their time to him for several years, watching over him day and night, while the other children were willing helpers. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.

T. E. Scott.

Gospel Advocate, March 5, 1903, page 154.

Kinzer, Alice A. Godbey

Mrs. Alice A. Godbey-Kinzer was born in Pulaski County, Virginia, June 18, 1856, and passed on to her well-earned reward, at her home, near Durham, Okla., March 30, 1932. She was married to Richard H. Kinzer on December 23, 1874, in Mercer County, West Virginia. To this union were born twelve children. Nine are living, three having preceded her in death. Her husband died on March 12, 1923. It can be truly said that Mrs. Kinzer was a true mother in Israel. This good woman made the wise choice in making her calling and election sure early in life. She made that grand confession at the tender age of sixteen, and I am persuaded that her Lord and Christ was her constant companion throughout her life. A consoling and impressive talk was made by O. D. Dial, of Cheyenne, Okla. Brother Dial spoke some very beautiful words. This good sister had her share of sorrow in life. She buried the husband of her youth on one day and her daughter the following day. She was one of those souls that could take lifes bitterest dregs with grace. She moved to Oklahoma in 1905, and remained here until death. Besides her immediate family, she leaves three brothers and one sister to mourn their loss. In the language of the great apostle, we believe she could justly say: I have fought a good fight, I have

finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them.

Guy E. Gabbart.

Gospel Advocate, December 22, 1932, page 1367.

Kinzer, Ben

Ben Kinzer, and elder of the Central church since June 16, 1974, died here in late November. He moved to Florida seven years ago after retiring from the DuPont Company at Old Hickory, Tenn.

He was born in Santa Fe, Tenn., and is survived by his wife Mary Sue Gyp, a daughter Mary Fay Tincher, three sisters, three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral was at the Moss Lakeside Chapel in Clearwater on Nov. 28, and burial was Dec. 1 at the Santa Fe, Tenn., Cemetery.

Clearwater, Fla.

Gospel Advocate, January 11, 1979, page 31.

Kinzer, Edna

Sister Edna Kinzer departed this life at her home near Columbia, Maury county, Tenn., Jan. 5, 1891, aged 56 years, 10 months and 25 days. Was united in marriage to S. B. Kinzer in the summer of 1854, with whom she lived in peace and happiness until the death of her husband which was in the fall of 1872. She joined the church at the age of fifteen and lived a consistent life. She expressed herself a short time before her death. Said she was willing to go at any time. She leaves twelve children and four grandchildren, two brothers and three sisters to mourn her loss, but our loss is her gain. She has gone to that blissful abode and cannot come to us, but we can go to her. Let us all be ready when the summons comes to go hence.

N. W. Godwin., Theta, Tenn., Jan. 18, 1890.

Gospel Advocate, January 28, 1891, page 57.

Kirby, Fannie

On April 6, 1922, the angel of death wafted to the paradise of God the spirit of Sister Kirby. She was born on May 4, 1841, in Clay County, Tenn., where she resided nearly all of her life. She was married to Brother Claiborne Kirby on January 25, 1865. Her husband preceded her to the glory land several years ago. She was the mother of seven children, six of whom are still living. She became a member of the church of Christ in early life and was faithful until death. Aunt Fannie (as she was familiarly known) was one of the best of women. She was a loving and considerate mother, friend, and neighbor, loved and respected by all who knew her. She was ever ready to help and administer to the needs of any one who needed her assistance. To the bereaved children I would say: Your mother is not dead, but is sweetly resting in that place God has prepared for those who faithfully serve him in this life. Let us not grieve for her, nor wish her back in this sin-polluted world, but let us all try to imitate the life that she lived, so that when the summons shall come for us we may be prepared to meet her on the eternal shore of sweet deliverance, where there will be no more sad partings and heartaches, but all will be joy and peace and happiness for evermore. After funeral services, conducted by Brother Bill Bean, her mortal remains were laid to rest in the Whitley Cemetery at Red Boiling Springs, Tenn.

J. E. Jackson.

Gospel Advocate, June 1, 1922, page 523.

Kirby, Henry R.

H. R. Kirby was born on August 24, 1872, and died on February 10, 1926. He was married on January 10, 1901, to Miss Georgia Tobias, and was baptized into Christ about sixteen years ago. He leaves a wife and one daughter, with a host of relatives and friends to mourn his death. Ten or twelve years ago Brother Kirby moved to Bay Minette, Ala., where he was supervisor on the Louisville and Nashville Railroad, in which capacity he served faithfully until death called him home. At the time Brother Kirby moved to Bay Minette there was a small band of Christians meeting in the courthouse to worship. In a short time the Baptist moved into their new building and offered for sale their old one. Brother Kirby mortgaged his home and bought the house. From that time on, under the leadership of this God-fearing, Christian man, they prospered and grew. Once before, in Opp, Ala., Brother Kirby sold his home and built a meetinghouse in which he and a few humble followers of the Lord could meet and worship as it is written. It was my good fortune to be thrown with this good man in a meeting at Bay Minette. Since then it has been my pleasure to visit Brother and Sister Kirby several times. I have always been benefited by this sweet association and encouraged by his unselfish devotion to the cause of Christ. A true and loving husband, and father and a loyal Christian has been taken from us, but our loss is his gain. Funeral services were conducted by Brother J. H. Hines and the writer, assisted by Brethren I. L. Bowles and F. M. Little, at the residence of J. A. Windham, Montgomery, Ala. His body was laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery.

D. E. Mason.

Gospel Advocate, April 8, 1926, page 328.

On February 10, 1926, Brother Henry R. Kirby, of Bay Minette, Ala., answered the summons of the last enemy and said good-by to the world he had so blessed by his conquering faith and godly manner of life. Though he was made of the stern stuff of which heroes and martyrs are made, his disposition was so gentle and winning that no one could talk with him for even a short while without feeling the magnetic influence of his compelling Christian character. Indeed, the elements were so mixed in him that one could certainly say to all the world, This was a man. And blessing, he was blessed. He was blessed with a life companion every whit worthy of this Christian princea wife as gentle and brave, as loyal and good, as ever inspired man to scale the peaks of the faith. Their home was blessed with only one child, Ferrell, herself a worthy product of a Christian home and Christian education. As the old leaves of some trees protect the young buds till danger of frost is past, then wither and fall, we, too, must pass on that new homes and families may be founded, new souls be born and trained to meet Heavens appointments. But great and good men, as Brother Kirby was, are badly missed and their places not easily filled.

I. L. Boles.

Gospel Advocate, December 9, 1926, page 1173.

Kirby, Samuel

The never-tiring hand of death came to the home of Sister Polly McKinnas, of Kirbys Grove, with whom he was living, and claimed our beloved brother, Samuel Kirby. He was born in Smith County, Tenn., on October 3, 1832, and died on October 5, 1908. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Pendergrass and was baptized by him at old Mount Rose, Tenn., on October 26, 1851. He was united in matrimony to Miss Martha Wallace, of Macon County, Tenn., in October, 1857. To this union were born eleven children. His wife and three of the children preceded him to the land beyond. We would say to the bereaved ones: Weep not as those who have no hope, but strive to emulate the example of that noble, Christian father, that you may meet him in the sweet by and by.

N. W. Proffitt.

Gospel Advocate, April 1, 1909, page 406.

Kirk, Bertie B.

Mrs. Bertie B. Kirk was born on January 21, 1874, and died on February 12, 1924. She was the daughter of E. K. and N. C. Shelby. She was born and reared up to sixteen years of age in Hickman County, Tenn. She obeyed the under T. A. Smith, at Salem Church, in Dyer County. She was married to George W. Kirk on December 28, 1898. Four childrenthree girls and one boywere born to this union. All are living. She leaves one brother, G. F. Shelby, of Alamo, and one sister, Willie Harris, of Yorkville. Her home was at Newbern up to the time of her husbands death, six years ago. She and her children then made their home with her brother, George, till death claimed her. She suffered untold pain through an illness of eight months, but was patient and submissive. She was a devoted wife and a self-sacrificing mother. May her influence inspire the children to live and follow in her footsteps as she followed in the steps of the Savior. Brother Woody conducted the funeral services at Cairo Church, after which she was laid to rest in the Cairo cemetery.

A Friend.

Gospel Advocate, October 16, 1924, page 1012.

Kirk, Clarinda Worley

Clarinda Worley Kirk, aged seventy-five years, two months, and seven days, died at her home, near Hampshire, Tenn., on February 12, 1923. She was the mother of nine children. Two little girls died in childhood, and one son, S. W. Kirk, about four years ago. She leaves five sons, one daughter, and thirty-one grandchildren. She was married to G. O. Kirk when she was eighteen years old, and was a faithful wife until his death, ten years ago. She became a Christian in her early girlhood and was always interested in spiritual things. One of her greatest pleasures was reading the Gospel Advocate, of which she was a lifelong subscriber. She was always good and sweet, so calm and serene amid all the trials and struggles of life. She literally obeyed the command, In nothing be anxious, and as a result she appeared remarkable young until her health failed. She suffered much the last years of her life, but was ever patient and uncomplaining. We shall miss her wise and loving counsel, but we should rejoice that she is beyond all suffering and sorrows. Brother W. S. Morton spoke words of comfort to her many sorrowing friends and loved ones, and she was laid to rest beside her husband.

One Who Loved Her.

Gospel Advocate, March 22, 1923, page 291.

Kirk, G. O.

G. O. Kirk, Sr., aged seventy-one years and six months, died of heart trouble, at his home near Isom, Tenn., on September 9, 1912. When the Civil War began, he enlisted as a Confederate soldier and served well the cause he believed to be right. He always liked to attend the reunions of the old soldiers, but he has gone now to a grander and greater reunion. He had been a loyal member of the church of God since 1866. In the same year he was married to Miss Clarinda Worley, who, with six sons and one daughter, survives him. He had lived out his allotted time, yet at heart he was still a boy. He was gifted in conversation and had a keen sense of humor which did not leave him through all the trying months of illness that preceded his death. He always visited the sick and was given to hospitality. When his many friends came to see him while he was sick, he tried in his old way to entertain them, to make them welcome. He said he was not afraid to die, but, with that cheerful spirit which was his chief characteristic, he always hoped to be better soon. We miss him so much, but we must submit to the Lords will and strive to be ready at any time for the hour that comes to all. Brother W. T. Boaz and Brother Cook conducted the funeral at Catheys Creek Church in the presence of a large crowd of sympathizing friends. Interment took place at the family graveyard.

One Who Loved Him.

Gospel Advocate, January 2. 1913, page 18.

Kirk, John E.

John E. Kirk, an elder in Central Church of Christ in Topeka, Kans., for more than thirty-five years, departed this life early on January 18, 1973. He was an unusual man in many things. His education was obtained under difficult circumstances. He was a pioneer in the Trust field, at one time having drawn more wills than any attorney in Kansas. With the exception of one other man, I can recall no person in my lifetime, who equaled him in service to his fellow man in Topeka, the kind of service which was unselfishly rendered and which called for no remuneration. His memorial service was attended by more persons than ever had assembled at the largest funeral home in Topeka. This was true in the face of the fact that he was nearly 82 years of age. It was because he had laid up treasure in heaven, rather than on earth. My father assisted many Kansas churches in their infancy preaching by appointment. His greatest work in the vineyard was as an elder. He maintained that the church needs today more good elders than good preachers, for good elders will cause good preachers. He was a man of integrity. He understood and practiced Bible love, recalling that Jesus said As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten. In kindness for those made in the image of God he stood for the truth, though he was often maligned. Central church in Topeka is known for its liberality. Gospel preachers who worked locally or who preached in meetings were appreciated and remuneration reflected it, this in great measure due to his appreciation for their sacrifices. Dad was an elder who took the oversight. He had special conviction concerning elders, their qualifications and work and had been writing for purposes of publishing a book which he believed very needed today in the brotherhood. We would hope to bring these things together for publishing in his name. He had served on the boards of Harding and Pepperdine, at one time possessed one of the finest religious libraries among us, especially in the area of debates. His counsel was sought by many brethren. Our mother preceded him in death by eleven years. Herbert Broadus officiated at the service, serving as preacher under him for twenty-one years. Three sons survive: Dean of Dallas, Robert of Topeka and Wyatt of Springfield, Mo., also our step-mother, Lucille Robison Kirk and two stepsons, Gene Robison of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Dan Robison of Hutchison, Kansas.

Wyatt L. Kirk.

Gospel Advocate, May 10, 1973, page 306.

Kirk, John H.

Jno. H. Kirk was born January 17, 1848, died August 11, 88, consequently he was 40 years, 8 months and 6 days old. He was a consistent member of the Presbyterian church for twenty years. In 1887 he united with the church of Christ under the preaching of Bro. E. G. Sewell. He suffered for many years with that terrible diseaseconsumption. In whatever community he lived, he was loved and respected. He lived so that he often said he was ready and anxious to be released from his sufferings and go to the rest in his Fathers house. The bereaved wife and relatives have this to comfort them, that he died in Christ. We can only point them upward to God who doeth all things well. He was a man who held up through many trials and through all his intense suffering was thoughtful for the welfare of others.

Peaceful be his rest! His influence will live after him. May we all die the death of the righteous.

J. C. M.

Gospel Advocate, August 29, 1888, page 15.

Kirk, L. E.

Sunday morning, Jan. 29, our brother L. E. Kirk, age 82, passed from this life. He was survived by his wife, Mrs. Clara Edwards Kirk, two daughters, Mrs. Connie Crews, and Mrs. Carole Berry. There are six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

From an early age he was a faithful member of the Lords church. For 12 years following his retirement he devoted his full time to preaching and teaching for rural congregations.

L. E. Kirk made a difference in the lives of many people. Though most of his life was spent in two very rural counties in Tennessee (Perry and Wayne), his influence was felt in many parts of the world.

For 46 years he shaped the minds and changed the destinies of hundreds of young people as a teacher, coach and principal in public schools in Tennessee. For more years than that he taught Bible classes at church and in private studies in homes.

He served as an officer in both county and state teachers associations. His name and opinion were respected by government officials at both county and state levels. More than one governor of the state of Tennessee has sought his aid and advice before and after election.

He will be missed by all who knew him but his influence lives on in those whose lives he touched.

Norman Berry.

Gospel Advocate, March 1, 1984, page 156.

Kirk, Martin

Brother Martin Kirk, of Mount Pleasant, Tenn., died on July 20, 1906, aged seventy-nine years. He was born in Virginia, and moved to Tennessee in his early manhood. He obeyed the gospel under Brother W. H. Dixons preaching nine years ago. He loved to read his Bible, and he let the word dwell in him richly. He was energetic in his business, fervent in spirit, and as the years went by his life gave evidence of a steady spiritual growth.

R. A. Morrow.

Gospel Advocate, November 22, 1906, page 748.

Kirk, Oscar Matthew

Oscar Matthew Kirk was born on June 9, 1875, and departed this life on June 9, 1924; hence, he died the day he was forty-nine years of age. He obeyed the gospel about twenty years ago, and he had been a faithful Christian since. When I visited Patterson, Cal., soon after I came to the State in 1917, I met Brother Kirk, and we were good friends from that time till he passed away. After his health failed, he moved to Graton, Cal., hoping that he might regain his health, and also that he might have his children in the Pacific Christian Academy. His death occurred while Brother J. N. Armstrong was in Graton, and he conducted the funeral. Brother Kirk was buried in the cemetery at Graton, and his wife and four small children are still living in Graton. He suffered much during his last illness; but with the aid of his brother, Walter Kirk, a number of physicians, and the good brethren of he community, he received every possible attention. The community, the church, and the home will miss Brother Kirk; but we sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.

W. Halliday Trice.

Gospel Advocate, January 29, 1925, page 114.

Kirk, William Thomas

On February 2, 1910, Brother William Thomas Kirk bade farewell to friends and closed his eyes on the scenes of this life. He was born on May 13, 1843; was married on December 25, 1866, to Miss Harriet Cunningham, who survives him. He is also survived by three childrenone daughter and two sonsand a number of grandchildren. He enlisted in the Confederate Army, under General Morgan, when quite young, and served as a brave and gallant soldier till the close of the war. He was of an industrious nature, doing his little chores as long as he could walk around. His health became impaired three years ago, and he fell a victim to tuberculosis with a complication of heart trouble, from which he suffered intensely. He was a loving husband, and indulgent father, a kind and honest neighbor. He joined the Baptist Church in early life, but later united with the church of Christ at Cottontown, Tenn. His funeral was preached by Elder D. M. Hamilton at his late residence in the presence of a large assemblage of relatives and friends, after which his remains were laid tenderly to rest in the family burial ground. He was anxious to live, but willing to die. The hope of a happy reunion some sweet day should be an unfailing consolation to his bereaved family and friends. He giveth his beloved sleep.

A Friend.

Gospel Advocate, May 12, 1910, page 598.

Kirkland, Jack

On April 25 our brother, elder and good friend, Jack Kirkland, departed this life. It was a very sad day in many ways when we think of how much his children, Ky and Beverly, and his good wife, Ann, needed him. That is to say nothing of how much the church looked to Jack for his fine leadership in the eldership here. I do not believe I have ever seen a congregation of people saddened more over the departing of one of its own as was seen here over the departure of Jack. He was a great man of faith.

It was a great day in that Jack was faithful unto death. He was present at all services on Sunday, and at a business meeting on Sunday night prior to his death on Thursday of the same week. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord: yea, saith the Spirit that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them.

A memorial fund in honor of Brother Kirkland is set up to help young men preparing to preach the gospel. Make checks payable to the Robertsdale church of Christ. This writer conducted the funeral.

Johnny Emerson.

Gospel Advocate, May 30, 1974, page 351.

Kirkpatrick, Caleb J.

Caleb J. Kirkpatrick was a great preacher possessed by a deep faith in the will of God. He sacrificed much for the Lords church in weak places. Prior to his death on January 24, 1974, he resigned from full time work with the church in Tiptonville, Tenn.

Brother Kirkpatrick was born May 21, 1917 in Sentinel, Okla. He was a graduate of David Lipscomb College and obtained his masters degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He was a veteran of World War II and held the rank of Captain when discharged from the Army.

He was first married to the late Esther Gibson Kirkpatrick and following her death, he married Mrs. Grace Harris Kirkpatrick, who survives.

Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Tommy Morris of Obion, Tenn., one step-daughter, Mrs. Steven Woodhouse of Muncie, Ind., a foster son, Leon Nason of Red Bank, N. J., and six grandchildren.

How Big is Your Bible is the last lesson he presented at the Obion church before he entered the hospital for the last days of his life.

Brother Kirk, as he was affectionately known, gave comfort, faith, strength and encouragement to his brethren in Christ.

His body was laid to rest in Obion, Tenn., on January 26, 1974. William O. Mitchell and Curtis Dowdy conducted the services.

William O. Mitchell.

Gospel Advocate, February 28, 1974, page 142.

Kirkpatrick, Emily C.

Mrs. Emily C., wife of Albert Kirkpatrick, died Oct. 25, 1895. She was born March 18, 1820, consequently was 75 years and 8 months old. She joined the Christian Church when only sixteen, and was baptized by Elder Newton Mulkey, in the beautiful waters of the Cumberland River, in Tennessee. She was the daughter of John and Alice Tinsley, and married Albert Kirkpatrick Jan. 1, 1844. She lived a devoted Christian wife and mother. She was the mother of ten children, three of whom died in infancy, three others died since their marriageall of whom were members of the Christian Church. She leaves a husband 74 years old, children, grandchildren, kinsmen, and many friends to mourn her loss; yet we feel that we should not mourn, because our loss will be her gain, for I am sure that she has gone to meet her other loved ones in the beautiful beyond. She was buried at Celina, Collin County, Texas, where she had lived since moving from Tennessee in 1880. The funeral services were conducted by Elders J. R. Darnell and Hugh R. Gearhart.

S. B. Kirkpatrick, M. D.

Gospel Advocate, November 14, 1895, page 733.

Kirkpatrick, Sarah Evalyn

Sister Sarah Evalyn Kirkpatrick was born on December 11, 1874, and departed this life on October 22, 1929. She was fifty-four years, ten months, and eleven days old. Sister Kirkpatrick formerly lived in Jackson, Miss.; but after her marriage to Brother John L. Kirkpatrick, on December 15, 1926, her home was made in Nashville, Tenn. About two months before her death she came to Jackson to visit her two sisters. Soon after she came she was stricken. After patiently suffering for about a month an operation was decided on. She rallied splendidly from it, and all thought she would recover, but the end came peacefully at 10:45 A. M., Tuesday, October 22. Sister Kirkpatrick was converted and baptized by Brother J. Porter Sanders a short time before her marriage; and to quote Brother Sanders, she was the most thoroughly converted person that he had ever seen. With her, God came first. It was her greatest delight to be about her Fathers business. She loved so much to read and study the Bible, and it was her daily companion. The blessing of those who die in the Lord will surely be hers to enjoy beyond the sunsets radiant glow. Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. (Rev. 2:10.) Funeral services were conducted at the meetinghouse by the writer, and interment was made in beautiful Lakewood Memorial Cemetery.

C. B. Thomas.

Gospel Advocate, November 28, 1929, page 1151.

Kirkpatrick, Samuel Tolbert Fanning, Dr.

Dr. Samuel Tolbert Fanning Kirkpatrick was born on June 28, 1839, in Williamson County, Tenn., where the greater part of his life was spent. For the past few years he had lived in Nashville, Tenn., where he died on January 27, 1911. His body was taken to Franklin, and the funeral services, attended by a large number of the citizens and his friends, were held in the church, being conducted by J. W. Shepherd and James E. Scobey. He was buried at Mount Hope Cemetery.

In his early life he studied medicine, and for years, in the vicinity of Franklin, he practiced his profession. He married, October 15, 1862, Miss Almira Peay, and from this union sprang nine children. He is survived by his wife and six children.

When quite a young man, he embraced the religion of Christ. He was a consistent and devoted worker in the vineyard of the Lord, fully determined to secure for himself the blessings of a life consecrated to doing good, and to influence and help others secure the comforts and consolations of the gospel of Christ. He was a subscriber to and reader of the Gospel Advocate from the first number published to the close of his earthly career.

I have known him for more than a quarter of a century as a consistent, Christian gentleman. I have never heard his conduct seriously criticized, his uprightness called in question, his business integrity challenged, or his honesty impeached. If he did wrong, he was open to conviction, and never, when convinced or convicted, did he fail to confess his wrongs, whether in thought, word, or deed.

But, after all, he was, like all men, frail, liable ever to sin and liable to death. He fought the battle of life like a faithful soldier of the cross, leaving behind him the odor of a good name, an inheritance for his family more valuable than silver and gold. May they all, as well as all his friends, emulate the good in his character, seeking, as he sought, through the grace of God and the gospel of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to be heirs to that inheritance which is incorruptible, undefiled, and that fadeth not away.

We sorrow for the death of our dear brother; but we sorrow in hope that the unfading crown of righteousness may, by the hands of the loving Lord, be placed upon the brow of this faithful soldier of the cross.

James E. Scobey.

Gospel Advocate, February 9, 1911, page 190.

Kirkpatrick, William J.

William J. Kirkpatrick, who edited three music books for us The New Christian Hymn Book, Seventy-Seven Sweet Songs, and Praise Him is dead. A letter from his wife, written October 12, announces his death: Your letter of October 6 was received, but your friend was not here; he quietly fell asleep on September 29. I found him as I thought asleep, but he had passed on to join the heavenly choir. He was an honest and upright gentleman in all his dealings with us. He was considerate and kind, and his last letter to me suggested a compiler of music well equipped to bring out a new book for us. I rejoice that I was permitted to associate and work with him, for he was truly a great man. Mrs. Kirkpatrick sends me his last prayer:

Just as thou wilt, Lord! That is my cry
Just as thou wilt, to live or to die.
I am thy servant, thou knowest best;
Just as thou wilt, Lord, labor or rest.

Just as thou wilt, Lord! Which shall it be,
Life everlasting waiting for me,
Or shall I tarry here at thy feet?
Just as thou wilt, Lord, whate'er is meet.

J. C. MQ.

Gospel Advocate, October 27, 1921, page 1045.

Kiser, Noah

Kiser, William Henry

Two good men have fallen in Israel, father and son. Noah Kiser was born November 15, 1864; died November 6, 1934. He was almost seventy-five. He obeyed the gospel September 22, 1934, but had always been a good man. When he heard the truth, he accepted it. Thirty days after his death, his son, William Henry Kiser, died. The latter was born October 5, 1886; died December 6, 1934. He obeyed the gospel September 26, 1933. The writer baptized both and preached both funerals. It is not difficult to talk about such good men. The church at New London, near Overton, Texas, was filled with friends on these two occasions. William Kiser had worked for the humble Oil Company for eleven years. He leaves his wife, who obeyed the gospel at the same time he did, and a son two and a half years old.

W. T. Hines.

Gospel Advocate, January 10, 1935, page 47.

Kitch, Martha Hansford

Mrs. Martha Hansford Kitch was born, at Somerset, Ky., on August 27, 1836. She was the daughter of Rebecca and M. G. McAlister and granddaughter of the noted pioneer minister, Martin J. Owens, of Kentucky. Both father and grandfather were ministers of the Reformation during Alexander Campbells time. She married, at sixteen years of age, Lewis French, son of a cotton merchant, of Nashville, Tenn. She was left a widow when twenty years old. Her second husband, William Kitch, died twenty-eight years ago. Aunt Mattie lost her only child in infancy, a daughter by her first husband; but she mothered several orphans and partly reared two nephews, M. G. McAlister and G. R. Bethurum, and one niece, the writer. Truly, a good woman has gone to her reward. Her faith in God was steadfast, and her loyalty and devotion to the worship and service of the Master was worthy of imitation. On October 18, 1926, her prepared spirit left the worn-out house of clay and was carried by angels to the home of the soul for a glorified body never to grow old. Her happy, sunshiny spirit and her godly walk and talk made many love her company. Her remains were taken to the residence of G. R. Bethurum, where, in the presence of a large crowd of friends and loved ones, Brethren S. H. Hall, J. E. Acuff, and James A. Allen paid a beautiful tribute to her memory. Her grave was made beside that of her last husband, William Kitch, in New Hope Cemetery, at Franklin, Tenn. Loved ones covered the mound with flowers. We hope to meet her again, some sweet day, nevermore to part.

Mrs. T. E. McLean.

Gospel Advocate, June 30, 1927, page 619.

Kitchens, Mattie Lewis

Sister Mattie Lewis was born into this world twenty years ago. She obeyed the gospel at the age of fifteen and remained faithful until death. Two years ago she was married to Brother Frank Kitchens. She departed this life on December 18, 1921. After five weeks illness, she died of typhoid fever. She leaves a husband, mother, two brothers, two sisters, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her departure. None knew her but to love her, and her friends were numbered by her acquaintances. She was laid to rest at Hardies Chapel, where she enjoyed so much to go to worship. We miss that face which carried so much sunshine. Our loss is her gain.

One who love her.

Gospel Advocate, May 25, 1922, page 498.

Kittrell, Addie

On Wednesday, Sept. 26, 1893, while anxious loved ones were patiently, prayerfully, and tenderly watching over her, rendering every possible assistance, that unseen and seemingly cruel angel of death crept softly and unobservedly into that then happy home, and took from its earthly house the spirit of Sister Addie Kittrell (wife of Colonel Kittrell, and daughter of Brother and Sister J. M. Dodson, of Linden, Tenn.) to the house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. She leaves a husband, three bright little girls, mother, sisters, brother and a host of friends and relatives to mourn their loss. The little girls that cried so piteously at the grave for mamma do not realize their loss, but the older ones do. You should be comforted with the thought that your loss is her eternal gain. Love and serve Jesus, and we will all be reunited in the sweet by and by.

Emma Godwin.

Gospel Advocate, February 22, 1894, page 124.

Kittrell, Mrs. Harry

After a long illness, Mrs. Harry Kittrell passed from this life on Monday morning, September 24. Funeral services were conducted for her on Wednesday morning, September 26, and her body was laid to rest in Crestview Memorial Cemetery in Gallatin, Tenn., to await the glorious day of the resurrection. Sister Kittrell was a member of the Lords church from her early teens. She was strong in the faith, and though retiring in her nature, and quite willing to take second place, yet she was always glad to be of service and do what she could for the church and her fellow man. She was a faithful and true helpmeet to her husband, who has served as an elder of the South Water congregation in Gallatin for a number of years. She left for her family and for all of us who knew and loved her, a wonderful example of Christian womanhood, a genuine sense of humor, and quiet dignity, the memory of which will enrich our lives. Sister Kittrell is survived by her husband, two wonderful Christian daughters, Mrs. W. C. Law and Miss Ann Kittrell, both of Nashville, Tenn.; two brothers, R. C. Spivey of Fresno, Calif., and C. B. Spivey of Goodlettsville, Tenn. Also, two sisters, Mrs. Naomi Brown of Gallatin and Mrs. William Carpenter of Cottontown, Tenn. The church here will miss Sister Kittrell.

Charles E. Cobb.

Gospel Advocate, December 6, 1962, page 782.

Kittrell, James Rhodes

James Rhodes Kittrell was born June 12, 1821, and died at his residence, on Catheys Creek, Maury County, Tenn., Jan. 18, 1895, in the 74thyear of his age. He was married to Miss Mary J. Kennedy, daughter of G. A. and Elizabeth Kennedy, August 21, 1845. Under the preaching of Brother Joshua K. Speer he united with the church at Catheys Creek about forty-five years ago, and ever afterwards continued to be through life an earnest, active, and faithful Christian. His house was a home for the preaching brethren through a long series of years, and especially on occasions of protracted meetings. Very many can testify to his generous and friendly hospitality. He was very punctual in attendance at the weekly assemblings of the church, and took part in the reading and study of the Bible, and endeavored to conform to its teachings in practical life. Possessed of excellent judgment, and being emphatically a man of work, he succeeded in business affairs and provided well for his family. He was highly respected as a citizen, and had a host of friends who cherish the memory of his noble and generous nature. His last illness was of short duration, during which he was calm and tranquil, bore his sufferings with resignation, and passed peacefully away, surrounded by friends and relatives, sustained in his expiring moments by the promises of the Savior and the glorious hope of eternal life. His funeral was preached by Brother E. J. Meacham to a very large gathering of neighbors and kindred. His remains were laid to rest in the family graveyard, there to await the resurrection to immortal life and happiness.

A.B. Cathey., Isom, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1895, page 222.

Kittrell, M. B., Maj.

Maj. M. B. Kittrell was born July 17, 1821, and died Dec. 31, 1893. Forty years ago the writer became an inmate of the family of Maj. And Mrs. M. B. Kittrell, and for several years it was his home. Some three years ago his good wife left him for the unseen world, to be followed sooner than was expected by her devoted husband. When she went away I felt that I had lost a mother, and now, in the loss of Major Kittrell, I cannot but feel that I am bereft of both father and mother. While my home was with them they lived near Taylorsville, in Wilson county. At the time of his death he had been living near Kittrell, in Rutherford county, for nineteen years. The title of Major was earned in the Confederate Army, where he remained until the close of the unholy strife. Coming home, he sold his farm soon after and removed to Cannon county, near Woodbury, where he lived for some time, and thence to the place bearing his name, where he died, it was during the stay of the writer at his home in Wilson county, and in the year 1855, or 1856, that he obeyed the gospel under the teaching of Brother Jesse L. Sewell, at Bethel, in the same county. He stood almost alone in the defense of what he deemed Bible Christianity in his community, as there were none others besides himself that the writer can now call to mind. There were at the time not more than two congregations in the county having regular services and occasional preachingBethel, where he obeyed the gospel, and Bethlehem, some ten miles northeast of it. It is difficult to live the Christian life deprived of the association of the disciples, and unable, for want of convenience, to meet and worship regularly with those who are striving to meet the Master in his requirements. Previous to the war he led a very active life, and was perhaps the largest and most successful stock trader in the county. He was quick in his decisions, and had the reputation of being fair and liberal in his dealings. He was a man of unaffected hospitality, and hence his home was open alike to all. The poor never left him empty-handed, nor did those who proclaimed the unsearchable riches of Christ ever fail in receiving from him the aid and encouragement they so often needed. Our brother was married three times, but survived his last wife some three years. One daughter by his first marriage, a son by his second, and also one by his last marriage, are all the children that survive him. A daughter, the wife of Hon. W. C. Houston, died very soon after the death of her father. In the evening of his days our old brother leaned with more confidence upon the promises of his Savior than he had done while so actively engaged in the affairs of life. He lived a retired and quiet life, and read his Bible, and also good religious literature a great deal of his time. But a short time before his death he had been reading Franklins Gospel Sermons, and his spectacles were on the book where he had left them shortly before the end came. He had been sick but nine days with la grippe, and then pneumonia. He was thought to be out of danger and almost well when his existence was suddenly and unexpectedly ended by heart failure. The death decreeDust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou returnissued more than eighteen hundred years ago, has never been revoked, and hence we see those we have long known and loved falling constantly as its victims. Our brother had his faults as well as his virtues. Let us shun the former and imitate the latter. Most sincerely does the writer join in sympathy with the friends and family of the deceased, and most earnestly does he pray that the Master may watch over the sleeping dust, and bring it at the last day a spiritual and immortal body.

John M. Hill., Tuckers X Roads, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 22, 1894, page 182.

Kittrell, Mary J.

Mrs. Mary J. Kittrell, relict of the late James R. Kittrell, died at her home on Catheys Creek, Maury County, Tenn., Jan. 18, 1897. Sister Kittrell was born June 23, 1826. When quite young she obeyed the gospel of Christ. If we are not mistaken, she and Brother Kittrell learned their duty from a discussion between William Ralston, Presbyterian, and my father James E. Anderson, in 1841 or 1842. Sister Kittrell was a humble, devoted child of God. On August 21, 1845, she and Brother Kittrell were united in marriage. They lived pleasantly, happily together until January 18, 1895, when she was called to give up her husband. At 3 oclock on the morning of Jan. 18, 1895, Brother Kittrell departed; at 5 oclock, Jan. 18, 1897, Sister Kittrell breathed her last. Their only son W. A. Kittrell, died in November 1891. Two daughtersSister E. Jones, who lives near the old home, and Sister Kittrell, who lives far away in Texas, with Sister William A. Kittrellconstitute the family left behind. I suppose no Christian wife, mother, relative, neighbor, friend, discharges her duty more faithfully than did she. We enjoy the thought that she died in Jesus, and that God will bring her with him when he comes.

W. Anderson., Carters Creek, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 18, 1897, page 109.

Kittrell, William A.

Died at his home on Catheys Creek, Nov. 2, 1891 of typhoid fever. Bro. Wm. A. Kittrell in the 37th year of his age. Bro. Kittrell obeyed the gospel when quite youngabout fourteen years of age. The vast assembly of brethren, neighbors, and friends who were present at his burial bear testimony to his worth, socially and religiously. The general expression was he was a good man and one who will be greatly missed in the community, the church, and the county. Others were heard to say he was the life of the community and the church. Having known him from his boyhood, it affords me pleasure to bear testimony to his sterling worth as an upright, energetic, zealous man in whatever he undertook to do. He was the only son of a devoted mother and father who are now in their old age deprived of his protection and assistance. He leaves a devoted wife and dear little ones to breast the waves of time without his counsel and strong arm upon which to lean. He leaves a host of relatives, brethren, and friends to mourn his loss. But we sorrow not as those who have no hope. Let us be faithful to the endthe good will meet after a while.

W. Anderson., Leipers Fork, Tenn., Nov. 11, 91.

Gospel Advocate, November 26, 1891, page 753.

Kivette, John Jr.

John Kivette Jr. died Sept. 5, 1984, at Brookwood Medical Center, Birmingham, Ala. He was born May 4, 1920, to John and Sena Kivette in Marion County, Ala. He was employed by Kimberly Clark most of his adult life, having been forced to retire in 1972 because of failing health.

He was married to Robbie Estes in 1942. He was baptized in 1951 in Childersburg, Ala., by W. C. Quillen. When the church was established in Columbiana, Ala., he and Robbie were among the charter members. He was appointed to the eldership immediately, an office in which he served faithfully until his death.

John Kivette loved the Lord and often became disturbed when others didnt. He was a faithful husband, devoted father and a devout Christian. Children loved him, his brethren admired him and people of the community respected him. The works of this godly man will follow after him.

The funeral service was conducted Sept. 7, in the church building he helped to construct, by Curtis Cates, assisted by Quentin Crowe and Joe W. Pruett, with burial in Pinelawn Cemetery in Columbiana.

He is survived by his wife, Robbie; a daughter, Sheila Gidden of Franklin, Tenn.; a son, Rick Kivette of Wilsonville, Ala.; three grandchildren; his father; a brother, Grady Kivette and two sisters, Mary F. Weatherly and Essie Mae Fredrick.

Joe W. Pruett, P. O. Box 1332, Columbiana, AL 35051.

Gospel Advocate, October 18, 1984, page 634.

Kizer, Oscar

Oscar Kizer was born January 17, 1926. On April 3rd he suffered a heart attack. He died April 20. His forty-four years were lived to the full. Every day was a pleasant day for Oscar and for all who came in contact with him. He always praised God for the day that he learned the truth and was able to obey it. From that day his life was a life of growth and service in the Masters kingdom. He was baptized by C. J. Garner during a meeting conducted in the house of Jim Porter. Brother and sister Porter have been called to their reward, but not until they were able to see the church firmly planted in the lives of such people as Oscar Kizer. Brother Kizer often preached by appointment. He was a diligent personal worker. He was an excellent song leader, and was the regular song leader at Shackle Island church. In 1969 he organized and led a campaign to Wadena, Miss., doing personal work and leading the singing. He was a good citizen, a hard working Christian, a faithful husband and devoted father. He is survived by his wife, Levis, and five children: Steve, Bobby, Paul, Leann and Danny. He is also survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Kizer, Sr., two brothers R. G. (Jack), G. P. and two sisters, Mrs. Henry Curtis and Mrs. James Smith.

Funeral services were conducted in the church building at Shackle Island, where Oscar served as a deacon. The services were conducted by Ed Vaught, Jay Smith, Mark Hearn and the writer.

Willie Cato.

Gospel Advocate, June 11, 1970, page 383.

Kleiser, Matilda

In company with our esteemed sister Hall and her daughter, sister Coleman, I have recently made a sad journey. At 10:50 P.M., May 8, 1887, the spirit of sister Matilda Kleiser left its earthly tabernacle. Thus ended a useful life of 79 years. For a long weary month her body was racked with pain. More recently her sufferings were intense. Her constant prayer was for deliverance, yet patiently she waited the will of her Heavenly Father. As a Christian she was unostentatious, possessing the meek and quiet spirit. She was never known to speak harshly of any one; of the sin of tale-bearing and gossiping she was entirely free.

A disciple of Jesus for 57 years, her delight was in the law of the Lord. Her chief joy was found in the practice of religion.

Possessed of a sweet and uncomplaining spirit, teachable, loving, affectionate, she stands before us in memory today as a monument of the power of the religion of Jesus to transform us. Her genial face wreathed with a happy expression will be missed from the house of God, the sweet voice mellowed by age will be heard no more.

With feelings of sadness her daughter and grand-daughter had the remains of the loving mother transferred to Eminence, Kentucky. There amid a large circle of sorrowing friends I spoke of a few of her virtues, endeavored to draw a few lessons from her sweet and calm life; prayed that consolation might rest upon the bereaved ones and there by the side of her husband, beneath the shade of spreading trees, where the sweet note of the song bird is heard, where pleasures spring and the air is laden with perfume, where the rising sun will first kiss the green sod, loving hands placed her to rest, and we turned away, but not altogether in sadness for she died in hope of a blissful resurrection.

Arthur M. Growden., Franklin, Tenn., May 13, 1887.

Gospel Advocate, June 1, 1887, page 351.

Kleyn, Cyril Frederick

Cyril Frederick Kleyn was born September 19, 1881, in Calcutta, India, where his father was employed by the English government. He died October 2, 1937, in Detroit, Mich., in an explosion in a sewer tunnel which was under construction. He is survived by his wife and four children. The children are: Thelma Lavina, aged seventeen; Cyril Frederick, Jr., aged sixteen; Claude Herbert, aged thirteen; and Alice Muriel, aged twelve. Mr. Kleyn finished high school in Calcutta; later attended the university in London, England; came to America and in 1915 graduated from the University of Michigan as a civil engineer. He was married to Miss Lavina Canby, of Ann Arbor, Mich., December 25, 1918. He was formerly a member of the Church of England. After his marriage he entered the Christian Church, of which his wife was a member. They became much displeased with many things they observed in the life, work, and worship of the church of which they were members, and finally in January, 1932, under the preaching of Jewel Norman, in Ferndale, Mich., Mr. and Mrs. Kleyn and Thelma, feeling that they had not before fully understood and obeyed the requirements of the gospel, made the good confession and were baptized into Christ. They were among the band of Christians who in March, 1935, started the Strathmoor congregation in Northwest Detroit. Brother Kleyn was a faithful Christian and an efficient leader in the church. As an example of his unselfish service, he directed the work on the recent new meetinghouse for the Dearborn congregation, and thus saved the church about $4,000the charges of a contractor. Other congregations of Detroit and vicinity, as well as Strathmoor, keenly feel the loss of this valuable man. The funeral service was conducted by the writer and Homer A. Utley in the Dearborn Church, and his body was laid to rest in the Forest Hill Cemetery at Ann Arbor, Mich.

O. K. Alexander.

Gospel Advocate, February 24, 1938, page 191.

Kline, Glenn Leslie

At 9:45 a.m. on Aug. 14, 1982, Glenn Leslie Kline was separated from this life. He was one of the largest beekeepers in the United States, and a real inspiration to those who knew him. His life and sermons from the pew gave force to that which was proclaimed from the pulpit. Glenn was ill for over 15 years and critical since May of this year. Yet, he wanted to be in worship. Much of the time he went in a wheel chair or was carried along in some way.

He was converted from the Evangelical United Brethren Church in the mid fifties through the friendship of James H. Bailey, now a gospel preacher (but at that time a honey customer), and was taught and baptized by Kenneth W. Franklin. Since then he has been a faithful and active member of the Carlisle, Penn., congregation. This congregation was truly his first love.

Glenn contributed, along with his good and faithful wife Helen, to every good work. He was an unassuming and unpretentious man. He gave away much of his product to people as samples. His business grew beyond what even he may have expected. For 48 years he and his good wife stood by each other in all things. Yet Christ and his church were first. He supported Christian education, took orphans into his home and helped orphan homes and radio and TV programs to preach the gospel. His thoughts were always for others. He refused to purchase a mobile home in Florida once because the park would not allow children. If his children could not bring their children there, he did not need that place. He had 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Helen, who cared for him diligently during his 15 years of illness. His son Donald G. Kline is a Gospel preacher in Lebanon, Ind. His son Robert C. Kline is a member of the Circleville, Ohio, church of Christ and professor at Ohio State University. One daughter, Joan Ludwig of Carlisle, is a beautician, and works for a nursing home. His younger son James W. Kline lives near his parents.

Aug. 17, Ed Dyche preached the funeral lesson at the Walnut Bottom Road Church of Christ in Carlisle. He compared Glenns life to that of Joseph of Arimathaea as a good, just and honorable business man, and one who loved the Lord.

Donald G. Kline, P. O. Box 416, Lebanon, Ind. 46052.

Gospel Advocate, September 16, 1982, page 572.

Kline, William L.

Funeral services for William L. Kline, 57, owner and operator of Watson-Kline Hardware Store, were conducted at the Flomaton church of Christ, Flomaton, Ala., November 1, 1963, by the writer, assisted by V. P. Black and Dan Harless. Brother Kline passed away suddenly on Wednesday October 30. Burial was in the Flomaton Cemetery. He was a native of East Tennessee and while attending the University of Tennessee met Ethel Watson of Flomaton, whom he later married. They have two sons John W. and William L. Brother Kline was baptized into Christ in May 1935, and for the last fifteen years was a pillar of the church at Flomaton. He was able and willing to do what needed to be done in the church and he did it well. He is sadly missed here and in all South Alabama. We rejoice in the trust that one day we may be reunited with him in heaven.

May the Lord richly bless Sister Kline, who means so much to the church here, John and Bill in their great loss.

Curtis C. Cates.

Gospel Advocate, January 2, 1964, page 15.

Klingman, Mrs. John A.

Sister John A. Klingman departed this life September 27, 1943, in Atlanta, Ga. She had been sick some two or three months when the end came. Though these months were filled with suffering for her, yet she never complained one bit. Sister Klingman was born in Germany, April 14, 1869. When her family, the Danners, came to this country, she was about eighteen years of age. They settled in Louisville, Ky. They attended the German Lutheran Church. This is where Sister Klingman met John Klingman. Some years later both Brother and Sister Klingman were baptized by George Klingman. The Klingmans lived together forty-one years. Sister Klingman was a great inspiration to her husband in his preaching work. She was loving and kind to her children, Paul and Ruth. She lived a noble, Christian life, and was loved by all the members of the church and by neighbors and a great host of friends. The writer conducted the funeral services, assisted by H. C. Hale.

J. M. Powell.

Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1943, page 1031.

Knight, David H.

David H. Knight, for more than fifty years a preacher in North Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, passed at the age of eighty-three, at his home, five miles northeast of Lafayette, Tenn., at 3 A.M., Thursday morning, February 15, following an illness of six weeks. Brother Knight leaves four sons (Jesse, John, Nicholas, and Dave, Jr., all of Macon County), also four daughters (Mrs. Leo Bandy and Mrs. Elmer Fishburn, of Macon County; Mrs. J. I. Blankenship, Russellville, Ky.; and Mrs. B. B. Thomas, Waverly, Ill.), and one brother (J. B. R. Knight, who lives near Red Boiling Springs, Tenn.). The funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon of last week by T. H. Kennedy, of White Oak, with interment in the Driver Cemetery, near the Knight home.

Brother Knights labors were mostly in about a dozen counties around his home county, in Tennessee and Kentucky. In addition to his preaching, he engaged in a number of religious debates, and was said to be a very able exponent of the Scriptures. The brother who survives him is also a gospel preacher.

Gospel Advocate, February 22, 1940, page 189.

Knight, Mrs. I. F.

Sister Knight was formerly a member of the Carmon family, many of which are members of the church. She was born on February 3, 1855. On July 25, 1880, she was married to Brother I. F. Knight, and to this union three children were born, two of which survive her. She obeyed the gospel in early life, having been a member of the church for more than fifty years. She departed this life about the dawn of day, March 24, 1928, to the loss of all who knew her. A better Bible student was not to be found among women, and it can be truly said that she was a living epistle. The hungry were given food from her table, and the naked were clothed, regardless of color or creed. She was an honest, upright, and motherly woman, and always delighted to render a blessing to humanity. Her home was the preachers home, and one which he could truly love and appreciate. She was a good wife, mother, grandmother, and a splendid neighbor. The writer conducted the funeral services from her home in Scottsville, Ky., after which the body was laid in its final resting place in Macon County, near Westmoreland, Tenn. The church has lost a devoted member; the community, a good woman; and the Gospel Advocate, a lifelong reader and admirer. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them.

Chas. M. Campbell.

Gospel Advocate, April 19, 1928, page 384.

Knoles, Lena

Sister Lena Knoles was born on October 18, 1847, at Albion, N. Y., and departed this life on February 19, 1915. She was married to Brother M. V. Knoles some fifty years ago, and to this union one son was bornBrother Fred Knoles, who is still living. She died very suddenly of heart trouble. Sister Knoles was a devoted Christian, having obeyed the gospel thirty years ago in the State of Illinois. She always enjoyed hearing the gospel and talking on the Scriptures. Her home was always open to the faithful preacher of the gospel. She will be missed in the community where she has lived so long. She leaves a sorrowing husband, one son, two brothers, three sisters, and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn her death. The writer spoke words of comfort and consolation to a large crowd of sorrowing friends.

L. H. Havill.

Gospel Advocate, July 1, 1915, page 654.

Knott, Emma

Sister Emma Knott, wife of Brother Jesse Knott, died at her home on Tuesday night, September 2, 1913. She was buried at the Pine Hill graveyard. The funeral was conducted by Brother Prescott. She was a devoted wife and a loving mother; and she was a good woman, loved by all who knew her. She leaves a husband, nine children, a father, two sisters, one brother, nine grandchildren, and a host of friends to mourn her death. I would exhort them to live the Christian life and be prepared to meet their loved one in yonder world. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them.

Missouri Carroll.

Gospel Advocate, September 18, 1913, page 908.

Knox, Arthur Noble

Arthur Noble Knox passed from this life on Oct. 29, 1982. This Christian soldier was a song leader at Tallassee, Ala., Church of Christ for over 20 years.

He leaves a good name, and very many who mourn his death. He happily gave many donations to Alabama Christian College.

His nephew, Billy Hilyer preached his funeral on Nov. 1, 1982. Jim Vansandt and DuWayne Wooton spoke a few words also. His favorite song was sung. Hand in Hand With Jesus.

He leaves two children and a Christian wife, many beautiful memories. He hath done what he could.

Mona Knox Thornton., His daughter.

Gospel Advocate, January 20, 1983, page 60.

Knox, Carrie A. McKinley

Carrie A. McKinley Knox was born in Jefferson County, Ky., on August 6, 1870. She was united in marriage to Walter B. Knox on February 27, 1893. To this union five children were born, three girls and two boys, all of which survive her. She obeyed the gospel several years ago in Louisville, Ky., under the preaching of Brother R. H. Boll. She passed away on March 8, 1913, in the triumphs of a living faith. Surely another of the Lords faithful ones has gone to rest. She leaves a husband, two sons, three daughters, a father, and one brother, besides many other relatives and a host of brethren and sisters in Christ, to mourn her death. Dear ones, let us strive to meet her in the city of our God. May God help us not only to strive, but help us to strive lawfully. (2 Tim. 2:5.) Funeral services were conducted at the family residence, 2863 Henrietta Street, by the writer, with Brother H. G. Cramblett assisting, after which the remains were laid in St. Matthews Cemetery, there to await the voice of the son of God.

James H. Baldwin., St. Louis, Mo.

Gospel Advocate, July 17, 1913, page 692.

Knox, Mattie E.

Sister Mattie E. Knox was born on October 10, 1856, and departed this life on March 21, 1910. She was married to Joseph M. Knox on January 29, 1874. To this union were born seven childrensix girls and one boy. Two little girls and one grown daughter preceded their mother to the spirit land. Sister Knox remembered her Creator in the days of her youth. She obeyed the gospel about thirty-three years ago under the preaching of Brother B. C. Young. This was the most important transaction in her life. It prepares us for life and fits us for death if we keep in memory the words delivered unto us. (1 Cor. 15:1-4.) I had known Sister Knox all of her life. She came nearer keeping the Golden Rule than any other person I ever knew. She lingered for a time in her illness, but bore it patiently. She will be missed in her home and in the community where she lived; but we sorrow not for her as for those who have no hope, believing that our loss is her gain. We hope we shall meet her again in the home of the soul, where sickness and suffering are unknown and where death can never come. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. May the sorrow-stricken husband, daughters, and son so live as to be worthy of meeting the sainted mother in the saints bright home. Dr. J. P. Curlee and the writer spoke words of comfort to the family and many friends, from the Book which Sister Knox loved so well, and then her body was laid to rest in the cemetery at Thyatira to await the resurrection morn.

J. H. Knox.

Gospel Advocate, May 19, 1910, page 623.

Knox, Nessie

Sister Nessie Knox was born on October 6, 1888; obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Logan when she was only thirteen years old; and died on July 22, 1907. She was a daughter of Brother Thomas Knox and Sister Bell Knox, of Bradyville, Tenn., and was the joy and life of their home. She was regular in attendance at the worship of the Lord on the first day of the week and at our weekly prayer meetings. Her life, though short, was beautiful. Possessed of a lovable disposition, she was loved by all who knew her. Beautiful in life, calm and serene in death, she sweetly rests and reposes in the tender, loving arms of Him who gave his life that she might live. To the heartbroken family we can only say: Weep not as those who have no hope, but rather let her Christian example strengthen and encourage us to be faithful until death.

J. H. Knox., Bradyville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November 28, 1907, page 763.

Knox, R. A.

On March 4, 1914, Brother R. A. Knox was called from this world to the home above. Brother Knox was in his seventy-seventh year. At the beginning of the Civil War he volunteered for the defense of his beloved Southland and served faithfully until the close. He was twice married. His first wife was Catherine Griffin. Seven children blessed this union, all of whom survive him. Brother Knox obeyed the gospel some forty years ago. He was a loyal member of the church of Christ, and he will be greatly missed by the faithful band of Christians who worship at Curlee, Tenn. He was a member of the County Court at one time, a merchant, and a miller, and all he came in contact with praise him for his honesty and kindness to all. He leaves behind a loving and loyal companion who feels her loss more heavily than any one else. To her I would say: Weep not, for he is now free from the suffering, heartaches, and pain of this world. In the death of Brother Knox we have sustained a misfortune with all who had the pleasure of knowing him can feelingly estimate. The name he left behind should be a priceless legacy to his children. Services were conducted by Brother G. B. Mears; interment at the Curlee burying ground.

Belle Mears.

Gospel Advocate, May 21, 1914, page 567.

Knutsen, Hattie Griffin

Mrs. Hattie Griffin Knutsen of Charlotte, N. C., Route 9, went to her eternal reward on November 2 at the age of sixty-five years. She was the daughter of the late Milton R. Griffin and Susan Davis Griffin of Anson County, N. C. She was an active member of the church for years, attending Central Church in Chattanooga, Tenn., and later the West End Church in Atlanta, Ga. She had been in failing health for several years, and we know she has gone home to rest. She is survived by her husband, Oscar Knutsen, three daughters (Mrs. Thelma Coney of Lufkin, Texas, Mrs. Houston E. Stewart of Ekron, Ky., and Mrs. J. I. Fuller of Charlotte, N. C.), two sons (K. G. Hasty of Wingate, N. C. and Max Knutsen of Los Angeles), and two sisters (Mrs. Ada Williams of Marshville, N. C., and Mrs. Anna Williams of Peachland, N. C.).

Mrs. J. I. Fuller.

Gospel Advocate, November 30, 1950, page 781.

Kraft, Theone M.

Theone M. Kraft, 91, died June 25. After her husbands death, she ministered at the Eddy County Jail and taught Bible classes at the Lakeview Christian Home.

Kraft was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd, and a son, Larry. She is survived by a niece and a nephew.

Carlsbad, N. M.

Gospel Advocate, September, 1998, page 45.

Krause, Lewis N.

Lewis N. Krause (April 18, 1878-March 30, 1945) was, like Barnabas, a good man. He was a good son, brother, uncle, and husband. He was a good singer, teacher, giver, and worker. Like Paul, he fought a good fight, kept the faith, and finished the course. He was courageous and resolute. He was bold to speak the words of the gospel. Like John, he was diligent to care for those whom circumstances assigned to his gentle hand. Brother Krause was married to Miss Anna Maria Cady on April 8, 1911, at Calera, Okla. Two years later they obeyed the gospel. She was worthy of the companionship of the noble, Christian man. Every gospel preacher who in the last quarter century has preached at Mead, Okla., where this splendid couple lived, will assent to these words. Blessed be the memory of Lewis Krause. Gray Carter assisted in the funeral services at Durant, Okla., on the second day of April.

John W. Pigg., Sulphur Springs, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, May 10, 1945, page 263.

Kreager, Willis

Willis Kreager was born at Sherman, Texas, December 11, 1890, and grew up in that area. He attended the Gunter Bible College, Thorp Springs Bible College, and David Lipscomb College in Nashville. He married Amanda Emily Legate on September 11, 1911. There were four children born to them One son, Willis, Jr., of Glendale, Calif.; Mrs. Grace Bernard, of Abilene, Texas; Mrs. Alene Pyeatt, of Tucson, Ariz.; and Mrs. Mildred Elkins, of Irving, Texas. Brother Kreager was baptized at the age of eighteen by the late L. S. White. He did his first preaching in 1914 at Tioga, Texas. At this time he was a dairy farmer. In 1926 he started full-time work as a preacher. His first work was at Burkburnett, Texas. He had worked with churches in Texas all of his life. He served Colorado City, Carlyle, Commerce Street in Gainesville, San Augustine and Spring Grove, east of Gainesville. He spent several years in the work at Boles Home. Brother Kreagers first wife died in January of 1929 and on August 4 of that same year he married Mattie Francis Hall. They had two girls, Mrs. Joyce Shobris and Nancy Kreager of Chicago. These, with eleven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, survive. Brother Kreager has three brothers, John of Sherman, Texas; Jim of Compton, Calif.; and D. J. of San Angelo, Texas; four sisters. Mrs. Esther Knox and Loma Millsap of Sherman; Narcisis Bookout of Hemmet, Calif., and Orlena Hooker, Poplar Bluff, Mo., who survive him. Brother Kreager had been failing in health for a year and a half. He was about his work till within fifteen minutes of his death. He passed away October 15, 1962. He was known as a tireless and unselfish worker for the Lord. He is missed in Cooke County, Texas, where he worked so much of his life. He baptized more than one thousand persons in his lifetime and was influential in the decision of twenty-five young men becoming preachers. Funeral services were conducted in the Commerce Street church building in Gainesville with C. A. Buchanan, Harbert Hooker and William Willhoit officiating. Burial was in Sherman, Texas.

L. W. Mayo.

Gospel Advocate, November 22, 1962, page 751.

Kreiter, George Peter

On Tuesday, June 24, 1952, funeral services were held in Megargel, Texas, for George Peter Kreiter. Wesley Mickey was in charge of the service. Brother Kreiter was born in Northern Russia October 8, 1866, departing this life on Sunday afternoon, June 22, 1952, at the home of his eldest daughter in Henrietta, Texas. On June 2, 1885, Brother Kreiter was united in marriage with Miss Eva Elizabeth Dummler while still living in Russia. She preceded her husband in death, passing away February 7, 1935. To this union were born nine boys and three girls. Six boys and one girl died in infancy in Russia, while one son, Adam, died in this country in 1918 at the age of sixteen. Among those surviving are two sons, Bill of Megargel, and Paul, of Wichita Falls; two daughters, Mrs. Molly Schaffner, of Henrietta, and Mrs. Emma Ewing, of Ranger. Fifteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren survive. Brother Kreiter came to this county November 21, 1908, locating on a farm north of Megargel, where he passed the remainder of his days with the exception of ten years which were spent at Henrietta due to ill-health. He is remembered in this community as a man who searched out the truth of Gods word and went according to his convictions. When he came to this country he was a Roman Catholic; however, due to the preaching of Fred McClung in 1930, he obeyed the gospel, remaining faithful unto death. He was a man who loved and appreciated the truth enough to meditate upon Gods word by day and by night. He was a man who prayed to God always, not forsaking his Lords service. Though he is at rest, his life will serve to remind all of his devotion to Christ and the Church.

W. B. Cox.

Gospel Advocate, July 31, 1952, page 501.

Kurfees, Mrs. J. F., Sr.

In deep sorrow the church once more weeps with those who weep in the loss of our beloved Sister J. F. Kurfees, Sr., who on September 27 reached the end of lifes road and passed on into the bliss of the boundless beyond. Sister Kurfees obeyed her Lord in baptism on February 23, 1888, becoming a member of the Campbell Street Church (now the Haldeman Avenue Church), Louisville, Ky., over sixty years ago; and as to membership, with two exceptions she was the oldest member. We shall miss Sister Kurfees in her accustomed place in church, as she so faithfully attended all its services, except when providentially hindered; and no higher praise could be bestowed on anyone than when we say she was a devoted child of God, and, hence, was prepared for the final summons when it came. To her many friends and loved ones, especially her devoted husband, whom the church honors so highly, the church expresses its heartfelt sympathy. May they remember that death for their loved one on earth is daybreak for her soul with God. Interment was at Cave Hill after a service held in the Kurfees home. Brother McCord read some Scriptures, and Brother C. A. Taylor led the prayer. Thirty-five years ago, at a service for Sister Kurfees father, Brother Taylor led in prayer also. He did also when her mother was buried. It was fitting that he should do so on this occasion. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Gospel Advocate, October 14, 1948, page 1005.

Kurfees, John Wesley, Sr.

John Wesley Kurfees, Sr., was born November 12, 1868, in Davie County, N. C. He was married to the former Miss Flora Petree, October 25, 1891.

Brother Kurfees made many contributions to the welfare of his generation. A part of his early life was devoted to teaching school in Stokes County, N. C. Later he was in the mercantile business in King, N. C. For thirty-nine years he served as sales representative for the Kurfees Paint Company, of Louisville, Ky., from which he retired in 1938.

His greatest contributions and those he will be remembered by were made in the Lords kingdom. Obeying the gospel under the preaching of his brother, the late M. C. Kurfees, at the early age of fourteen years, he faithfully served the Lord the remainder of his life. His love and zeal for the faith once delivered unto the saints caused him to spend a great deal of his time in teaching the gospel publicly, privately, and by means of the pen. Perhaps due to this teaching and influence more than any other one person, the church in Winston-Salem remained loyal when all around churches were being swept away by the digressive movement. His devotion to the New Testament church was evident from his faithfulness to its services. His last Lords day on this earth found him assembled with the saints of God around the Lords table to commemorate the Lords death and to worship God in spirit and in truth.

Surviving are his wife, three sons (Clifton S., Marshal C., and John W. Kurfees, Jr.), one daughter (Mrs. Ralph S. Church), two grandchildren, all of Winston-Salem, N. C.; three brothers (J. F., Sr., and M. M. Kurfees, of Louisville, Ky., and J. Lee Kurfees, of Mocksville, N. C.).

He was a faithful and loyal husband; a kind, wise, and devoted father; an excellent provider; a faithful, understanding, and sympathetic brother in the Lord.

His presence will be missed by all who knew him, but his influence for good will be felt for years to come.

Funeral services were conducted by the writer, August 12, at Corinth, in Stokes County, and interment was in the church cemetery there. The host of friends, brethren, and relatives, with the beauty and abundance of flowers, bespoke the esteem in which he was held.

Cecil L. Derryberry, 923 Holland Street, Winston-Salem, N. C.

Gospel Advocate, September 2, 1948, page 860.

Kurfees, Rosa E.

Sister Rosa E. Kurfees, a member of the Bardstown Road Church of Christ, Louisville, Kentucky, went to rest March 13, 1979, at age 94, and was buried in Resthaven Memorial Park, Jefferson County, Kentucky. She was survived by a daughter, Elinor Kurfees and a nephew, Francis Kurfees. She was the widow of M. M. Kurfees, who was the brother of J. F. Kurfees and Evangelist M. C. Kurfees. In years past they all attended the old Campbell Street Church of Christ, Louisville, Ky., until it moved to Haldeman Avenue.

Over the years sister Kurfees was a wonderful Christian person, strong in the faith, and especially concerned about the young people in the church.

If we can know a tree by its fruit, a flower by its beauty and fragrance, or a person by their outward manifestations, we can say a very wonderful child of God has gone to her reward.

Gospel Advocate, July 26, 1979, page 477.

Kuykendall, Catharine

Sister Catharine Kuykendall, wife of Noah Kuykendall, was born September 20, 1816, and passed into the world beyond January 24, 1891. Her maiden name was Anderson, and was born and reared in Jackson county, Tenn. She was raised by Baptist parents, but never became a member of that church. Her marriage brought her under the influence of the plain truth of the Lords word, and after careful study and investigation of the Lords will as revealed in the New Testament, she embraced it, and was baptized into Christ by Peter Kuykendall, a pioneer preacher of Tennessee, but afterward moved to Texas. She was a faithful member of the church of God for about fifty years. She was a quiet, useful woman in the neighborhood, and one of the most industrious women I have ever known. She was the mother of a large family, most of whom crossed over the river before her, among whom was the much lamented W. Y. Kuykendall. She took so much interest in her family, and in her home, that she found no time to spend with idle or vain talkers, and gave her life as thoroughly to the interest of her family as any woman it has ever been my privilege to know. She always taught and impressed upon her children the importance of trying to look up in the world, and to make themselves useful and upright. And the facts are that she raised a large and respectable family, and through the influence of herself and husband evidently, they came into the church as they grew up, and some of them made very useful preachers of the gospel of Christ. She was truly a keeper at home, and a very faithful one, both as wife and mother. Thus after a long and useful life, at something over seventy-four years of age, she yielded up her spirit into the hands of him who gave it. Her husband and surviving children are blessed with the precious hope of the gospel in her behalf, and will not sorrow as those who have no hope. They have the earnest sympathy of many in this their sad bereavement. A few more days or years of faithfulness and they all may meet her where parting will be no more.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, April 1, 1891, page 195.

Kuykendall, Emily

Sister Emily Kuydendall, Algood, Tenn., was born on October 2, 1864, at Celina, Tenn., and departed this life on December 5, 1931. She was the daughter of John and Martha Stone. She came into the church at an early age, and was married to Franklin Kuykendall on October 2, 1883. To this union were born three boys and one girl, all of whom are living. She was an invalid for many years, and was patient in her suffering, saying: When the Lord gets ready, he will take me. Every one who knew her loved her. Besides her children, she leaves a husband and five grandchildren and many friends to mourn their loss. Funeral services ere conducted from the home by Brother O. H. Tallman. Interment took place in the old Smyrna Cemetery, near Cookeville, Tenn.

Mrs. W. L. Swallows.

Gospel Advocate, January 28, 1932, page 128.

Kuykendall, Malinda Tinsley

On September 4, 1912, Sister Malinda Tinsley Kuydendall departed this life. She was born on December 6, 1843. She was married to Brother P. D. Kuykendall on December 6, 1866, and to them three children were bornMrs. T. A. Hutcheson, Cookeville, Tenn.; Mrs. S. H. Fleming, Bonita, Texas; and Brother E. T. Kuykendall, Livingston, Tenn. While they were small death claimed her husband, and she bravely did her part in caring for them. She obeyed the gospel early in life and lived a noble Christian life. Her influence was always for good; and although she is gone, her example will always be a blessing to those who knew her. She was sick for three months, and bore her pain without a murmur. Funeral services were conducted by Brother Polk Whitefield, of Oklahoma, and her remains were laid to rest at the Smyrna Cemetery, near Cookeville, Tenn. May we all live so we can meet her where there will be no more pain nor death.

A Friend.

Gospel Advocate, January 23, 1913, page 90.

Kuykendall, Noah

Noah Kuykendall was born May 23, 1811, and died July 6, 1893 making him a little over 82 years old at his death. He was married Oct. 4, 1832, and he and his wife lived together nearly sixty years. She passed over the river a year or two in advance of him. They were blessed with a large family of children, the larger part of whom have passed over the dark river, while some of them still linger on the shores of time, to struggle yet longer with the cares and responsibilities of life. Not one of the family has yet died out of Christ, and all of them now living are earnest members of the church, and all, therefore, hope for a grand family reunion in a better world. This is but a natural result, when we remember that for fifty years of his life he was a faithful and earnest member of the church, and strove earnestly to bring up his children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother J. J. Trott, and soon after he came in, a congregation was started up in Putnam county, Tenn., some five miles north of Cookeville, near the home where he lived most of his life, and where he closed this mortal life. The meetinghouse was called Smyrna, and though a new house has been build in the neighborhood, and at a different place, it is still known by the same name. He was appointed an elder of this congregation early in its history, which work he continued in till the day of his death. During all this time he was very watchful for the interest of the cause of truth, and for the welfare of all the members. Eternity alone can tell all the good that godly man did during his lifetime. Three of his sons preached the word more or less, while all his children have been good workers in the church, and, as far as the writer knows, his grandchildren that are old enough are members. This is a good showing for the Christian influence of that earnest man of God. His earnest life has not only exerted a good influence while he lived, but will reach down through the present generation to many yet unborn. The influence of such men does not die when they leave the earth. Nor do his children and friends sorrow as those who have no hope. Let them, therefore, strive to live as he lived, and thus prepare to meet him where these sad partings shall be no more. I do not think I have known a man of a more artless, honest, earnest, sincere and devotional life than that of Brother Kuykendall. Much will be missed by his children, the church, and the whole community. But their loss is his gain, and the hope that he leaves to his family and friends is all that the religion of Jesus can give.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, July 27, 1893, page 476.

Kyle, Elizabeth

The subject of this sketchour venerable sister in Christ, Mrs. Elizabeth Kyle, wife of our venerable brother, A. Kyle, of Ioni, Anderson County, Texas, who survives herdied triumphantly, in the hope of immortality, at her home near Ioni, Sept. 27, 1896, of cancer of the breast. With this terrible malady she lingered, and, in the exercise of Christian patience and resignation, suffered much for two or three years previous to her death. Though she had borne the burden and heat in the battle of human life to the great length of eighty-eight years, seven months, and thirteen days, yet she bore her sufferings with a Christlike patience that was indeed impressive, and will serve as a memento to her devoted husband, who yet lingers on this side, but is hovering near the border line, viewing now his eighty-first year in the signboard of time, strong and rejoicing in the Lord. She was in word and deed a Christian for fifty-six years; she became such while a single woman, and wearing her maiden name (Edwards), under the gospel eloquence of the lamented T. Fanning, at Somerville, Morgan County, Ala. She was tranquil, and rejoiced in death, in full assurance that she would, in putting off this mortal, which she had offered as a living sacrifice to God, receive instead a glorified body. Being personally acquainted with her, and for twenty-five years frequently associated with her as a Christian, I verily believe her to have been one among the most Christlike women that I ever knew. Hence we entertain for her an unwavering hope of a glorious resurrection.

G. M. Hollingsworth., Grapeland, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, February 18, 1897, page 109.

Kyker, Rex Paxton

Rex Paxton Kyker, 75, longtime Abilene Christian University professor, gospel preacher and Abilene civic leader, died Dec. 12, 1996.

Kyker was born in 1921 in Texico, N. M., and was a 1938 graduate of Farwell High School. From there he came to ACU where he graduated cum laude in 1943 with a bachelors degree in speech, drama and Bible. He received his masters degree from the University of Iowa in 1946 and a doctorate from the University of Florida in 1957. He married Christine White in 1946.

Kyker was a member of the ACU faculty for 38 years. He began as an instructor in 1944 and was promoted to associate professor in 1949. He served as director of summer school and of a dorm. From 1954 until early 1957, he was the director of the graduate school. In February 1957 Kyker was appointed head of the department of communication, a position that he filled for more than 20 years. He also coached the debate team who received invitations to the National Debate Tournament at West Point several times.

He served as The Voice of the Big Purple during band performances at half-time shows and at ACUs traditional opening ceremonies. Kyker directed dramatic productions, including six musicals. He also portrayed several roles on stage, including Mark Twain.

During a two-year leave of absence from ACU, he was a visiting professor at Southwest Texas State University. He retired as a professor in 1982. Kyker also authored five books.

In addition to his service in the ACU community, he was involved with the Abilene community. Kyker was a member of Kiwanis International, Taylor County Heart Association, Texas Speech Association, Southern Speech Association, and Speech Association of America. He served offices in several of these organizations.

Kyker spoke at several congregations and served as an elder at Southern Hills Church of Christ. During his retirement, he was an associate minister of University Avenue Church of Christ in Austin and Baker Heights Church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Christine; three daughters, Jeri Pfeifer, Lindy Fullerton of Grapevine and Jan Bryan of Springfield, Mo.; two sons, Rob of Richardson and Ricky; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild. All five children are ACU graduates.

Abilene, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, February, 1997, page 44.

Kemper, Ella Eliza Gault

Ella Eliza Gault was born on August 18, 1857. She was married to D. C. Kemper, of Fort Worth, Texas, on December 4, 1883. She obeyed the gospel some six years later under the preaching of J. W. Lober, of Fort Worth, Brother Kemper moved with his family to where he now lives, near Homer, Texas, where they resided at the time of Sister Kempers death, November 28, 1909. She was a devoted Christian and was loved by all who knew her. She leaves a husband and six children (the oldest of which is the wife of the writer) to mourn her departure. The disease that resulted in her death was that almost unknown disease, pellagra. She was sick for more than a year, but bedfast for only about three months. It showed up first as indigestion, but could not be controlled. Later yellow pimples began to break out on her hands, and these would run and cause others, until finally the whole hand and arm was all but raw, both hands and arms being affected. It looked like a virulent case of eczema, but gave no pain, save itching. In this condition she grew gradually worse till death relieved her. I have the hope in Christ for her, and am sure that she rests with the redeemed awaiting our Lords return to call his own.

Kidwill, Minervia

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Mrs. Minervia Kidwill, wife of Elder J. M. Kidwill, of Smithville, Tenn., quietly, peacefully, and willingly passed away August 13, after several days of patient suffering, of typhoid fever. She was born Dec. 19, 1834, and embraced Christianity early in life, and spent her whole life in doing good. She was indeed a Christian mother. From her daily walk and conversation, her faithful obedience to the commands of God, and her never-failing confidence in his promises, we have the pleasure of fully realizing she is at rest with Jesus. She stood firmly by her husband in his young manhood when he was having to fight so many hard battles for his Masters cause. She was loved by all who knew her. She was a faithful attendant at church and prayer meeting. Oh, how the church and community will miss her work and charity! All her family but two preceded her to their heavenly home. She leaves two Christian daughters to mourn their loss, viz., Mrs. T. W. Shields, Smithville, Tenn., ad Mrs. George Davis, of Nashville, Tenn., together with many friends and relatives.

T. J. Potter.

Gospel Advocate, September 19, 1895, page 603.

Kidwill, Susan

A great woman has passed away; a mother in Israel has fallen. On Dec. 26, 1896, old Sister Susan Kidwill finished her earthly course, and, having kept the faith, she crossed the river in triumph. She was born March 27, 1813. She was sick only a few days. She repeated portions of familiar hymns, and expressed herself as ready to go, and even rejoiced to see the end approaching. In the presence of a large assembly of her old friends, neighbors, and relatives the writer conducted a funeral service, and her remains were laid to rest beside those of her husband in the Webb graveyard. Sister Kidwill was not an educated woman in the current sense of the word, but she was a strong-minded, modest, Christian woman. She was a representative of that class and generation of women that are almost gone. She followed the instincts of a true woman and the light of Gods word, and lived to see the good fruit of her patient toil and labor of love. She raised eight childrensix boys and two girlsall of whom became Christians. Three of her sons became able preachers. Two of them (W. T. and T. L.) survive her, while the beloved James M. preceded her to the glory world. What woman has done more for the glory of God and the good of man than she who raised and gave to the church these men? It is in this field that I think woman can best honor God and do good. Such may go unhonored, uncrowned, and unobserved by the world, yet serving God grandly in obscurity. Sister Kidwill rests from her labors, and her works do certainly follow her.

W. H. Sutton.

Gospel Advocate, February 25, 1897, page 125.

Kidwill, Thos. J.

Thos. J. Kidwill, the subject of this sketch, was born in Virginia, about seventy-five years ago. His father moved to Tennessee when he was quite a boy. He confessed faith in Christ in 1833 or 1834, and was baptized into the Church of Christ. He was soon after married to a good woman, who has been a devoted, pious, Christian wife and mother, and still survives Bro. Kidwill. May the Lord abundantly bless her in her declining years. Bro. Kidwill leaves a nice family of children, all grown, and members of the church. Two of his sons are able preachers of the primitive faith. They are left to still contend for that faith that Bro. Kidwill so well loved. He was a good manfriendly, amiable and courteous with all his associatesand no doubt is gone to reap that reward that awaits all the faithful in Christ. Oh, what a consolation to the bereaved. And may we all be prepared to enter that celestial clime when the summon comes.

P. G. Potter., Dibrell, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 25, 1885, page 115.

King, Nathaniel

Died, at his residence, eight miles south of Fulton, in Itawamba county, Miss., Bro. Nathaniel King, of typho-malarial fever, November 11, 1884, after an illness of fifteen days, which he bore with Christian fortitude. He was born in Lancaster district, South Carolina, May 27, 1812, and was married to Martha Weaver, March 20, 1835; with whom he lived a quiet and happy life up to the time of his death. They were never blessed with any offspring. He joined the Christian church in 1852, and was baptized by Robt. Ursey; commenced preaching the gospel in 1861. Not only as a preacher, but as a citizen, his loss will long be felt. He was a man of strong character, firm, but kind disposition. His friendships were strong and enduring, and, among the young men, no man had more or truer friends. He was a great lover of the Bible. We have often heard him say, if he were banished to some lonely isle, he would ask for the Bible; if that were refused him, he would ask for the book of John; if that were refused, he would ask for the third chapter of John; if that were refused, he would ask for the sixteenth verse of that chapterFor God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. To the loving wife, who had been to him a helpmeet indeedwho, for almost half a century, had traversed with him lifes troubled sea, through sunshine and shadowwhose joy had been his joy, and whose sorrow was his sorrowwe humbly beg leave to tender our most sincere sympathies; and we earnestly beseech Him who tempers the wind to the shorn lamb, to look down upon her in mercy, and give her strength to bear this great affliction. And if there be any consolation for so great a grief, may it not be found in the words of her idols great countrymen, alluding to an event of five centuries ago? She saw him die; her deepest sigh

Joined in a kiss his parting breath!

Gone to loved ones gone before

Gone to meet to part no more;

Gone to worlds that are pure and blessed;

Gone where the weary are at rest.

M. L. Reed.

Gospel Advocate, March 11, 1885, page 152.

Knight, Eliza

Eliza Knight died on Saturday, Oct., 4, 1886, after a short illness. Sister Knight was the wife of our lamented brother, John B. Knight, of Hopkinsville, who preceded her to that better land a few years ago. She was 68 years old at the time of her death, having been born and raised at Hopkinsville. She leaves a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn her death. She also leaves four living children. Sister Knight was the third daughter of John Bryan, one of the first settlers of Kentucky. She also has two brothers, Thos. and John Bryan and two sisters living in Hopkinsville and one in California, Mrs. Judge Crockett.

The life and death of Sister Knight deserves more than a passing notice as her example may stimulate others to a more faithful life. I was intimate with the family for more than twenty years, and during that time, I cannot call to mind a single absence from the Lords table on the Lords day, no matter how cold, hot or disagreeable the day she was always in her seat, unless sickness kept her away. She was modest and unassuming, yet decided in convictions. I have seldom known any one more intelligent in the scriptures or more ready to defend the truth. She was often brought in contact with progressives, but always stood firm for the old land marks, contending earnestly for primitive apostolic practice in work and worship. Although she was amply able to dress in the highest style of fashion and in keeping with the age, yet her dress and adornments were so simple and neat that the poorest of the congregation could take a seat by her without feeling mortified. I say to the dear children who are left, remember your godly father and mother, they both left you an example if followed that will make you happy and useful in life and give you a home with them where sad hearts and partings are unknown.

Sister Knight will be missed by the poor, she will be most of all by her four children who are left, and her brothers and sisters. And my loss will be sadly felt, for she always had a word of comfort and cheer for me amid the darkest hours of opposition and conflict for the truth. May we all be faithful as she was and at last meet her with all the redeemed around the throne of our God.

V. M. Metcalfe.

Gospel Advocate, December 1, 1886, page 764.