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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Copeland, Jasper Newton

Jasper Newton Copeland, age 74, minister of the church of Christ in Alachua, Fla., for thirty-five years, died in Gainesville on April 28, 1963. He was born in Lowndes County, Ga., near Valdosta, on November 14, 1888. Before coming to Alachua, he was minister of the church in Savannah, Ga. for six years. There were only twelve or fifteen members of church in Alachua when he began the work there. By hard work and great perseverance he built it up into a good working congregation. Since it was necessary for him to supplement his salary by whatever means he could, he organized the Copeland Sausage Company, which soon became well known throughout Georgia and Florida. He served as president of the Company for twenty years and then sold out. He took an active part in public affairs, anything that was for the good of the Community in which he lived. He was a former Mayor of Alachua and had served as City Commissioner for the past fifteen years. He was a former Trustee of the Alachua General Hospital in Gainesville. He was a Veteran of Foreign Wars, serving in France during World War I, and was a member of the County Draft Board during World War II. He was a charter member and past president of the Alachua Lion's Club. Funeral services were held at the church in Alachua by J. P. Prevatt and Forest McCann assisted by Alfred Reeves and John D. Arnold. Brother Copland planned his own funeral services and his request was carried out in every detail. Burial was in Newmansville Cemetery at Alachua. Survivors include Mrs. Rubye Folsom Copeland, his wife; a son, J. N. Copeland, Jr. of Gainesville; a grand-daughter, Miss Marilyn Copeland of Gainesville; three brothers, Pharis of Dasher, Ga., Archie and John of Valdosta, Ga.; and one sister, Miss Bessie Copeland of Dasher, Ga.

Mrs. J. N. Copeland.

Gospel Advocate, July 18, 1963, page 463.

Copeland, J. L.

On August 29, 1910, Brother J. L. Copeland, of the Union congregation, near Dasher, Ga., passed into the spirit land to await the resurrection morning. Brother Copeland was seventy-five years, three months, and twenty-three days old. He obeyed the gospel just a short while before going to the war. During the war he asked God to guide him. His officer seemed to favor him and always put him where he never had any fighting to do, consequently he went through the war without being hurt. He was faithful in the service of God until God called him to come up higher. Early in life he learned to read and study the word of God. By a faithful study of the Bible he learned his duty well. During the last few years of his life he was unable to do any work, and spent the greater part of his time reading the Bible, the Gospel Advocate, and the Leader-Way. He seemed to enjoy them so much. I have stayed in his home during several meetings, and he would enjoy talking on God's word and about heaven. He was a kind citizen, a loving father, and a devoted husband. His good wife preceded him to the land of the blest nearly two years. He leaves several children and grandchildren to mourn for him. We should not look upon death as being so sad, but as a means by which we are promoted to a higher and better life. I would say to the children: Be faithful, and you will meet your father over on the other side and live with him while eternity shall roll on. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; for their works follow with them." (Rev. 14:13.)

H. C. Shoulders., Nashville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November 10, 1910, page 1245.

Copeland, John A.

Brother John A. Copeland, of Rogers, Texas, fell asleep in Jesus on May 9, 1917. He obeyed the gospel five years ago, and very soon became a leader in the church, and at the time of his death was the most active member in the Rogers church. The church will miss him, the town has lost one of its best men, a wife is made sad, and three children are without a father. Brother Copeland just lacked a few days of being forty years of age. He was faithful unto death. The largest crowd ever assembled for a funeral in Rogers met in the Methodist church house, where the writer read a lesson from the New Testament in regard to the blessedness of the dead who die in the Lord. All the church is made very sad in the loss of "Uncle John," as he was known by all. We shall expect him in that number who come with Christ in that day; therefore let us not weep, but look up. A few more days, Sister Copeland, then the glad reunion.

L. F. Mason.

Gospel Advocate, May 24, 1917, page 515.

Copeland, John A.

John A. Copeland of 309 Mardi Gras, El Paso, Texas, died Dec. 9, 1982. Brother Copeland was never employed in full time church work; his uncommon knowledge and ability, and his compelling desire to teach New Testament Christianity spread his influence beyond his career and community.

Born in 1908, John completed his BA. degree at Daniel Baker College in 1928. He taught in public school for five years and completed a M.A. degree in English Literature at Texas Tech University. He was married to Virginia Ernestine Hendrick on Dec. 24, 1934. He taught for two years at Harding Christian College in Searcy, Ark. John became interested in the science of meteorology and studied on his own until 1939 when he began a career with the U. S. Weather Bureau. By 1954 he was named Director of the Meteorological Department of the Army's Electronic Proving Ground at Ft. Huachuca, Ariz. In 1959 John became Chief Signal Officer of the Dept. of the Army in Washington, D.C.

During his declining years, John and his wife, Ernestine, became deeply involved in teaching by correspondence in the World Bible School program. He was always amazed and encouraged that so many, especially in Africa, were interested in studying the Bible by correspondence.

He is survived by his wife; his daughter, Sulta Yates; three granddaughters, and one great-grandson.

Jack Pape.

Gospel Advocate, January 20, 1983, page 60.

Copeland, John Virgil

Copeland, Lilla Touchton

On January 22, 1911, John Virgil Copeland took Lilla Touchton to be his wife. Christ was taken into this home from the beginning and was reverenced and worshipped through the nearly fifty-seven years which the Lord permitted them to live together. The Bible was read in this home regularly. The Gospel Advocate was also received and read as long as I can remember. Mother would have her Bible open and read as she prepared meals for the family.

To this union were born six sons and one daughter. From the oldest to the youngest, these children can remember that Christ and the church always came first. Through these years all services of the church were attended faithfully. Father was the treasurer for the Dasher church of Christ for about thirty years. He also taught a Bible class for many years.

Father helped to put up the first building for Dasher Bible School in 1915. He served on the Board of Trustees for about thirty years. Through all the years he gave unselfishly of his time, along with a little money to help the school in many ways. Mother was a devoted wife and mother, supporting her husband in every good work. Together they sent all seven children through the school at Dasher.

Six of the children were then sent to Lipscomb and four of them went on to graduate from Harding College through the efforts and sacrifice of their parents. The children will never understand how they were able to do so much with so little. It certainly meant much hard work. Counting the years of schooling and working in a Christian school, this family together has over 200 years invested in Christian education. All of the children, every in-law, every grandchild which is old enough, and every one married to a grandchild (with one exception) is a faithful member of the church. Three of the sons are preachers and one is an elder in the church.

The home of "Uncle Virgil" and "Aunt Lilla" was always open to visitors, to preachers, and especially to boys and girls boarding at Dasher Bible School or Georgia Christian School. Many boys and girls found a "second home" in their home, and received much comfort and encouragement from them. Both were seen often at the school, helping and encouraging every good work.

After April of 1967, father and mother steadily weakened. One would be in the hospital and then the other. Finally, on October 12, her spirit left its earthly tabernacle. She was the same pleasant, kind, smiling and unassuming person right to the very end. The many floral offerings and gifts for benevolence in her memory, as well as the unusually large number who attended her funeral were a clear manifestation of the good influence she had been during her life of three score and fifteen years.

On December 17, father departed from this earth. Life was never the same with him after Mother was gone. Things of the earth seemed not to matter any more. Friends and loved ones again showed the same love and care as when she passed. This too was an expression of the good influence he had made during his three score and fourteen years. May the Lord bless their memory and the influence of their lives for his glory and honor.

J. V. Copeland, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, February 1, 1968, page 79.

Copeland, Susie P.

Sister Susie P. Copeland, of Dasher, Ga., died at Daytona Beach, Fla., on August 5, and was buried at Dasher, Ga., August 6 of this year. At the time of her death she was a few days over seventy-four years of age. Her husband, John Copeland, preceded her to the grave thirty-nine years ago. At the time of Brother Copeland's death Sister Copeland was left with six boys and one girl to rear and educate. She was left without financial means. She assumed her responsibilities with an undaunted courage and heroism. She brought them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. She and the children were seldom absent from the Lord's-day service during all these years. Under her kind and gentle influence, her children grew up in the church and are now regarded as pillars in the church where they live. Jasper Copeland, her second son, attended several Bible schools, graduated from the University of Florida, and is now preaching for the church at Alachua, Fla. O. P. Copeland, her oldest son, is a good businessman and an elder in the church at Dasher. Sister Copeland was spoken of as the mother of the Dasher Bible School, because her sons were the originators and the main support of the school. There was the largest gathering of friends and relatives that was ever seen at a funeral at Dasher Station, and the greatest profusion of floral offerings ever seen on such an occasion at Dasher, attesting the high esteem in which she was held by the community and the church. The church at Dasher will miss her fine Christian influence, for she left this world better for having lived in it. I had known Sister Copeland for more than forty years. I preached the funeral sermon.

M. L. Strong., Valdosta, Ga.

Gospel Advocate, October 12, 1939, page 975.

Copher, Pubulous Sipilo Wisdom

Sister Pubulous Sipilo Wisdom was born on November 25, 1856. She was married to Brother Benjamin Franklin Copher on September 24, 1875, in Independence County, Ark. To this union were born eleven children, nine of whom are still living. After spending a number of years in Missouri, Brother and Sister Copher with their family moved to Charlie, Clay County, Texas, September 1, 1900, where she had resided since that time. After several weeks' illness, Sister Copher departed this life on August 23, 1928, to enjoy the home of the soul, leaving behind in addition to her immediate family, a host of friends to mourn her departure. She was a faithful, zealous, devoted Christian, loved and esteemed by the church, and admired for her sweet, motherly disposition by all who knew her. Of her immediate family, her husband, B. F. Copher, seven sons, and two daughters are left to mourn their loss. They are: W. A. Copher, Fort Worth, Texas; Charlie Copher, Meers, Okla.; George Copher, Wink, Texas; Claude Copher, Chickasha, Okla.; Allen, Sidney, and Dewey Copher, Charlie, Texas; Mrs. Alice Stewart, Lawton, Okla.; and Mrs. Eva Pepper, Charlie, Texas. The influence of the Christian life she lived is now bearing fruit in her children, among whom we find some of Christ's most noble and devout servants in his kingdom here below. I would say to the family that the passing of our dear loved ones is hard to bear, but we have the consolation that after our race is run, the battle fought, and the journey ended, we, too, if we have been faithful here, can enter into the city of God and be reunited with all the redeemed where there will be no more sorrow, pain, or sadness, and all tears will be wiped away from our eyes.

W. M. Gower.

Gospel Advocate, January 31, 1929, page 115.

Copher, William A., Jr.

Sergeant William A. Copher, Jr., was killed in a plane crash, June 1, in the bay of Salerno, according to word received here recently by Central Church, Houston, Texas, where he served as deacon and song leader before his induction into the army. He had been reported missing since June, but final word of his death came only a few days ago. Brother Copher was born July 20, 1918, in Fort Worth, Texas, where he was graduated from Polytechnic High School in 1936. He attended Texas Wesleyan College, North Texas Agricultural College, and the Texas College of Optometry, Dallas, Texas, where he received his degree in 1941. He moved to Houston in January, 1942, and opened an office at 411 Travis Street, where he practiced until July, 1944, when he entered the army. His service with the army was in the CBI theatre. He was stationed with the One Hundred Forty-Second General Hospital, in Calcutta, during the greater part of his fourteen months' overseas service. While in Calcutta he organized a church of Christ, and worshiped faithfully while there, writing many letters detailing his experiences in that city. The severe blow to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Copher, Sr., and his wife, Mrs. May Copher, and little son, Donald Eugene, was all the more poignant because the tragedy occurred on the very day they were expecting a wire that he had arrived in the United States. He was returning aboard a C-54 transport, with thirty-seven other servicemen, when the huge craft burned only a few miles out of Naples. In addition to his parents, wife, and son, he is survived by a sister, Mrs. Clifford Huggins, of Dallas, Texas. Brother Copher was a very able song director and capable worker with young people. He was loved and respected by all who knew him. Central Church mourns the passing of this outstanding young Christian. His death was indeed a heavy blow to this church. To his wife, sister, and parents, as faithful fellow Christians, this church extends a deep feeling of sympathy and tender love. To his little son this congregation looks to carry on the worthy traditions of the faithful name his father earned in our midst.

Burton Coffman.

Gospel Advocate, December 5, 1946, page 1158.

Coplin, Lonnie Raines

Lonnie Coplin (nee Raines) was born on February 3, 1884, and died on April 22, 1921, at her home in Humboldt, Tenn. She was the daughter of W. Z. and Mary Elizabeth Raines. She was married to James R. Griggs in April, 1904. He died in May, 1907. To this union were born two children, both dying in infancy. In October, 1911, she was married to Dr. W. L. Coplin, with whom she was living at the time of her death. Lonnie leaves a father, mother, brother, husband, and stepdaughter, besides a host of other relatives and friends, to mourn her untimely departure. She was baptized by the writer when fourteen years old, was married by him, and at the funeral he tried to comfort the sorrowing and warn the living. Sister Coplin lived her religion. She spent much of her time and means looking after and caring for the sick and poor, thus laying up treasures in heaven. Truly one of God's noble women has left us, for "by their fruits ye shall know them." We hope to meet again just "over there," where partings will be no more.

J. L. Holland.

Gospel Advocate, July 21, 1921, page 698.

Coplin, W. L., Dr.

Dr. W. L. Coplin, for nearly half century a leading veterinarian, died in his sleep at his home, June 29. He was seventy-five. His death was sudden and unexpected. He was born in Crockett County, near Humboldt, Tenn., November 10, 1880, the son of William Lorenzo Coplin and Emma Jane Coplin. As a young man he moved to Bells and made his home with Prof. McDonald and was engaged in farming for several years. After graduating from Kansas City Veterinarians School he returned to Crockett County. In 1915 he moved to Jackson. He was first married to Miss Ora McDonald of Bells. After her death he married Miss Carrie Odel of Camden, and after her death he married Miss Elna Welsch of Crockett County. Dr. Coplin was a charter member of Central church of Christ in Jackson and served as an elder from its beginning. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Fay Rosenblatt of Los Angeles; Mrs. Robert Barker, of Joliet, Ill., Miss Mary Elna Coplin of Jackson, and a brother, Gordon Coplin of Beech Bluff, and a sister, Mrs. Julia Dungan of Union City. Services were held at Central church of Christ by Denton Neal. Burial was in Rose Hill Cemetery at Humboldt.

Mrs. W. L. Coplin.

Gospel Advocate, September 13, 1956, page 775.

Corken, Mary Lou

Mary Lou Corken of Jasper died at 67 in a family home in Flint, Mich., after an extended illness.

A member of the Sixth Avenue Church of Christ in Jasper said, "Mary Lou was a strong and faithful Christian. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her."

She is survived by her husband, Cecil Corken, who will reside in Michigan near his family.

Jasper, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, December, 1995, page 44.

Corkren, C. A. (Mr. and Mrs.)

On Sunday morning, September 29, 1974, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Corkren prepared themselves for worship services and set out on their usual journey to the Brock congregation in rural Marion County, Ala. After the worship services and an afternoon of visiting in the community they were returning to their home in Haleyville, Ala., where they were involved in an automobile accident which took the life of Sister Corkren almost immediately. Brother Corkren died a few hours later in a hospital in Florence, Ala.

One of the largest crowds in recent years to attend a funeral service in this area crowded into Nichols Funeral Chapel to pay their respects to this couple. After the service October 2, 1974, conducted by Ronald Sartin and Bob Carey, they were laid to rest in Brilliant Memorial Gardens.

To this union were born two daughters: Mrs. Lucille Downey, Greenfield, Ind., and Mrs. Robbie Landrum, Greenway, Ark. Five sons also survive: Cecil, who preaches for the Green Plains church of Christ, Murray, Ky., Horace, who preaches part-time, Haleyville, Ala., James Taft, who worships with the Brilliant congregation. Rebert, of Tuscaloosa, and Harold of Brilliant, Ala.

Both were survived by brothers and sisters.

Ronald Sartin.

Gospel Advocate, November 14, 1974, page 734.

Corley, Martha Prudence Kuydendall

Sister J. K. Corley (nee Martha Prudence Kuykendall), of Terrell, Texas, was born on June 8, 1856. On March 31, 1872, she was married to J. H. Corley. To this union ten children were born, eight of whom are living. Sister Corley was a woman of beautiful Christian character and was faithful in her duties. Frequently, in the last year, she attended the meetings of the church when she was really not able to do so. Her life was one of the most beautiful I have ever seen. On the night of February 19, 1916, as the first day of the week drew nigh, Sister Corley, surrounded by her children, passed into rest. Sister Corley belonged to one of the most prominent families in this section of the State, and the throng at her funeral was one of the greatest ever seen at a funeral in this city. The writer tried to speak words of comfort.

C. A. Narred.

Gospel Advocate, March 23, 1916, page 298.

Corley, John Paul

John Paul Corley lost his life in an automobile accident Sunday night, October 3, near Merigold, Miss. John Paul was on his way home following church services in Cleveland, Miss., where he was a member. He was born on September 22, 1940 and had just reached his twenty-fifth birthday. He was a graduate of Cleveland High School and served three years in the United States Army. He had served in Korea and Japan while in the Army. He was born in Merigold and had lived all his life in this area. He was a Junior at Delta State College.

Services were held Tuesday at 2 P.M. in the church of Christ in Cleveland with Bruce White officiating, assisted by Paul Sparks. Burial was in the New Cleveland Cemetery with Fletcher Funeral Home in charge.

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Corley of Shelby; two brothers, Bobby Corley of Drew and Danny Corley of Shelby; two sisters Mrs. Calvin Campbell of Mary Esther, Fla., and Mrs. Preston Porter of Belzoni, Miss., his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. McGovern of Cleveland and his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Corley of Merigold.

Kind hands ministered unto our every need in our hour of sorrow. He was such a kind obedient child.

Mamie and Paul Corley.

Gospel Advocate, December 16, 1965, page 815.

Corley, W. Tom

W. Tom Corley, an elder of the Exchange Street church of Christ in Union City, Tenn., for over twenty-five years, passed from this life on Sunday, April 21. His energies and interests in the Lord's work in Union City will be greatly missed.

Brother Corley's friendships with people both in and out of the church contributed much to the cause for which he labored. Telegrams of sympathy from Governor Buford Ellington and other state officials, as well as church leaders in Tennessee and several other states were sources of comfort to Sister Corley, the former Miss Mary Blancett of Rutherford. Brother and Sister Corley had made their home in Union City for the past thirty-one years.

Brother Corley was a salesman for the Southern Woodenware Company of Nashville before he entered business for himself nineteen years ago when he purchased the Union City Hardware Company. Because of declining health he was forced to relinquish personal direction of the business last December.

Over a period of years, Brother Corley was one of the most active members of the church in West Tennessee. His concern for the Lord's people and for the growth of the kingdom is a tribute to him as is attested by those who knew him best.

Services were conducted by the writer at the Exchange Street church building on April 23, 1968. Besides his wife and mother, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Milton Curd of Nashville.

Hoyt White.

Gospel Advocate, June 6, 1968, page 367.

Corn, Emily

Died, of pneumonia, at her home near Goddard, Kan., March 28, 1895, Emily Corn, wife of Elder George H. Corn, aged 52 years, 10 months, and 22 days. The life of this devoted disciple of the Lord Jesus deserves more than a passing notice, and more than our present limits will permit. Sister Corn's maiden name was Parks. She was born in Rabun County, Ga., where, in her 17th year, she was united in marriage with George H. Corn. The writer's acquaintance with our departed sister dates from 1880, since which time we have been continually associated, and if I ever knew a more single-hearted woman I am not conscious of it--the same in prosperity as in adversity, in sickness as in health--the same hopeful, diligent disciple to-day that she was yesterday. To know her once was to know her always. The words of Solomon, which were read at the memorial service, were never more appropriate in their application than when applied to our sister: "Her price is above rubies." Besides a devoted husband, our departed sister leaves two sons and eight daughters to mourn their great loss. But the promises of the Lord are theirs, and they are not called to sorrow as others that have no hope. There is not a cloud in their sky. The funeral was from Council Hill, near her old home in Sumner County, and was attended by an unusual concourse, which gathered to pay a merited tribute to one whom they had learned to love for her goodness and purity of life. The memorial discourse was preached by the writer from Acts xxvi. 8--the theme chosen by the family. All the family save three daughters were present at the interment. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints."

Joseph E. Cain.

Gospel Advocate, June 6, 1895, page 359.

Cornatzar, George M.

On August 31, 1909, at his home in Bells, Tenn., Brother George M. Cornatzar bade adieu to all things earthly and passed to his final reward. He was born in Rutherford County, Tenn., on January 15, 1845; moved to West Tennessee when but a boy; and obeyed the gospel when a young man. His membership was for years with the church at Gadsden, Tenn., where he proved his usefulness in many ways. For more than twenty years he looked after the needs of the church, providing wood for fires and oil for lights, cleaning the house, and ringing the bell at every service. Besides, he was liberal toward the support of the gospel and helping the needy. He was a successful business man, and was in a position to assist the poor and help them over rough places, which he did many times. He numbered his friends by hundreds. He leaves a wife, two sons, two daughters, and a host of brethren and friends to mourn his death; and yet we mourn not as those who have no hope, but believe we shall meet him again where no sorrows come, where sickness is not known, and where death is a stranger. The wife loses a devoted husband; the children, a loving father; the community, one of its best and most honored citizens; and the church, one of its most useful and faithful members. This parting is sad to us all; but God "doeth all things well," so we kiss the rod that seems to smite us, and say: "Thy will, not ours, be done." May God bless the family.

J. L. Holland., Greenfield, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October 28, 1909, page 1366.

Corner, Clyde C.

Clyde C. Corner, a faithful gospel preacher for fifty years, was born at Granby, Mo., April 27, 1904, and died in Oklahoma City on March 11, 1975.

Clyde was a graduate of Abilene Christian College, magna cum laude, 1932. He had preached in Springfield, Mo., Avon Park, Fla., Gladewater, Texas, Hot Springs, Ark., and at Wilson, Marietta, Oklahoma City, El Reno, Holdenville, Sulphur, Hobart, Grandfield, and Chandler, all in Oklahoma. He was also serving as an elder of the Chandler church at the time of his death. He had not missed a Sunday morning service since 1925 until he entered the hospital at the end of February, 1975.

His survivors include his wife, Audrey Gandy Corner, whom he married at Wilson, Okla., August 22, 1937, two daughters: Mrs. Linda Shaw of Denver, Colo., and Mrs. Karen Conley of Weslaco, Texas. Three brothers and six grandchildren also survive.

Services were conducted on March 13 in the building of the Chandler, Okla., church. Officiating were Curtis Camp of Amarillo, Texas, and Joe Mitchell of Chandler. Clyde's son-in-law, Frazier Conley, officiated at the grave in Rose Hill Cemetery in Ardmore, Okla.

Curtis Camp.

Gospel Advocate, April 24, 1975, page 271.

Corns, William Garland

William Garland Corns was born September 8, 1912, deceased November 14, 1958, in the Cabell Huntington Hospital at Huntington, W. Va. Burial was in the family cemetery on the home place farm near Crum, W. Va. At the age of fifteen or sixteen he hitchhiked some twenty miles and was ordained a minister in the Twelvepole Valley Association Baptist Church. In 1933 he was baptized by Roy Hall near Crum, W. Va. He was a Bible student. He also attended Freed-Hardeman College, Henderson, Tenn., a short time, and Marshall College, Huntington, W. Va. His labors took him into Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Southern Ohio and Virginia. He established many congregations and baptized about seven hundred people. A grateful Christian brotherhood stood waiting while he was ill (there was some five to forty in waiting rooms and corridors to see him) and at his funeral there was twelve hundred, by count of the Sheriff's department, who controlled traffic. Some eight hundred were members of the church from Ohio, Virginia, West Virginia and Kentucky. He leaves to mourn his passing five brothers and nine sisters, his wife and three children under fifteen years of age, and his father, who is now eighty-nine years of age. From those hills have gone many, but none have gone that will be missed as William Garland Corns. The aged that he had befriended in times of need, the orphans whom he asked clothing for from the brotherhood, those whom he hauled sixty-mile round trips to the doctor and hospitals will miss him. He was eighteen years converting mother to the gospel. The people followed him from meetinghouse to meetinghouse. They followed him to the hospitals for ten long years. They followed him down the highway, down a dirt road, up on the hill through sagebrush, saw briars and barbed wire fences. In sight of my father's home, at the foot of a stately oak, they laid his body to rest.

Ray Corns.

Gospel Advocate, January 15, 1959, page 47.

Cornwell, T. J.

Brother T. J. Cornwell was born on January 10, 1834. He was married to Elizabeth Spears on October 23, 1854, and to this union were born five children--two boys and three girls. He was married a second time, to Mrs. Jane Knight, on February 27, 1869, to which union were born five children- two boys and three girls. He was married a third time, to Miss Martha West, on November 4, 1883, and to this union were born four children--all girls. He was married a fourth time, to Mrs. Sarah Ann Temple, on June 15, 1908. No children were born to this marriage. To Brother Cornwell were born fourteen children, forty-three grandchildren, and thirty-one great-grandchildren. Nine of his children are now living, thirty-seven grandchildren, and twenty-five great-grandchildren. Surely he was made to believe the truth as expressed by David: "Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward." (Ps. 127:3.) Brother Cornwell was baptized on August 17, 1871, by Brother J. T. Reneau, and lived a consistent Christian life to the day of his death, which occurred on October 10, 1918. Like other men, Brother Cornwell possessed weak points, as well as strong ones. He was blessed with a strong physical body and strong mental powers; was an ardent lover of his wives, children, brethren in Christ, and friends; and, best of all, he was, like Abraham of old, strong in faith, giving glory to God. Brother Cornwell's home was the preachers' home, day or night, when they so desired, and the most humble Christian always found a welcome in his home. No Lazarus will rise up in the judgment and say to him: "You drove me from your gate hungry." He loved gospel preachers and the gospel, enjoyed hearing the

"old-time" songs of praise to God, and often rejoiced in the belief that he was aboard "the old ship of Zion" and was sailing homeward. We believe that Brother Cornwell is entitled to the blessing pronounced in Rev. 14:13: "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."

J. M. Dennis.

Gospel Advocate, October 23, 1919, page 1052.

Corum, Virginia True

Sister Virginia True Corum, wife of Brother Will Corum, is asleep in the Lord. She fell asleep May 31. Thus another good mother, good wife, and good Christian has bid adieu to earth, and gone to her rest. Thus Brother Corum is left in a lonely condition, and the little girl is never to know a mother's love. Sister Corum obeyed the gospel three years ago, and she loved the church and loved to attend whenever she had a chance, and never spoke unkindly of any one. But she is done with the toils and conflicts of earth, and, we believe, is at rest; for she did what she could. We say to Brother Corum not to grieve after her, but live soberly, righteously, and godly, looking for that blessed hope and the glorious reunion in the bright beyond where all tears are wiped away forever. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."

C. Petty., Huntsville, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, July 15, 1897, page 447.

Coss, Willie Mae

Willie Mae Coss passed away at 11:45 p.m. Saturday night Oct. 9, 1982, at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. She is survived by her husband Bill Coss, minister of the Benjestown Road Church of Christ in Shelby Forest, Memphis, Tenn. Two sons Jerry T. Coss of Birmingham, Ala., and Randall E. Coss of Allen Park, Mich., one daughter Patsy Reynolds, wife of Gerald R. Reynolds, minister of the Gilt Edge Church of Christ in Burlison, Tenn. One brother William Deason of Madison, Tenn. and two sisters Mrs. Jewell Olinger of Nashville, Tenn., and Mrs. Muriel "Kitty Wells" Wright of Madison, Tenn., and eight grandchildren.

Willie Mae Coss spent 61 years in this life and 43 of those years by my side and most of those years as a preacher's wife. During her three-year fight with Lymphoma, and the last five weeks of her life in the hospital she received hundreds of cards and letters along with flowers and phone calls from all over the country.

We spent a lot of years in the mission field of the Chicago area, and in the Midwest. For many years preachers would come through the area and they always knew they had a home away from home. Mae always made them feel at home away from home. She always encouraged preachers to "preach the word." I have heard this comment so many times from preachers, "I think you are one of the most dedicated preacher's wives that I have ever seen."

Those first few years in the mission work were lean years. She regularly worked with her hands helping to support us in preaching the Gospel of Christ. She taught children's classes, ladies' Bible classes, opening her home to those she served. She was always a busy Christian, she reached out to help others; the church was her life. She made many sacrifices so I could continue to preach and teach God's word; it would be hard to name them all. She loved the truth above all; and she was an excellent Bible student.

The family and I want to thank those all over this great brotherhood of ours for their prayers, flowers, cards, letters and phone calls while she was ill, and after she passed away. Thanks to all those Gospel preachers who went by the hospital to see her and have prayer in her behalf.

Her funeral was held in Madison, Tenn. She was my best friend. Her body now rests in the beautiful Springhill Cemetery next to her parents and very close to my parents, awaiting the great resurrection morning.

Bill Coss.

Gospel Advocate, December 16, 1982, page 759.

Cotham, Ben B.

On December 4, Ben B. Cotham, of near Coldwater, Ky., passed away after a lengthy illness. He was a retired farmer of Caldwell and Graves counties in Kentucky. Brother Cotham is survived by his wife, Sister Vera Cotham, who cared for him patiently during his extended illness. Brother Cotham has contributed to the world three outstanding sons: Perry and Preston Cotham, gospel ministers in Dallas, Texas, and Harry, a member of the English department at Memphis State University. Other survivors include: a sister, Mrs. Anace Walker, Lynn Grove, Ky.; six brothers, N. D. Cotham, Tucson, Ariz., Winston Cotham, Carruthersville, Mo., Stony Cotham, Benton, Ky., Leonard Cotham, Chicago, Ill., Noble Cotham, Oklahoma City, Okla., Elbert Cotham, Tulsa, Okla., and six grandchildren. Brother Cotham was a member of the Antioch church of Christ in Graves County, Ky. Funeral services were conducted in the Antioch church building on the afternoon of December 6 by J. B. Hardeman, assisted by the writer. Besides members of the family, nine gospel preachers were present for the services. Burial was in the Antioch Cemetery. Eternity alone can measure the extent of Brother Cotham's influence for good.

Harvey L. Elder.

Gospel Advocate, January 21, 1960, page 45.

Cotham, David Preston

David Preston Cotham, 77, died Feb. 5, at his residence. He served 21 years in Hillsboro as a minister with the College Hill Church of Christ and the Westside Church of Christ. Before working in Hillsboro, he served other congregations in Oklahoma and Texas. He preached the gospel for 60 years.

Cotham is survived by his wife, Loveda; two daughters, Kay Mickey and Beverly O'Dell; one son, David Cotham; two brothers, Perry and Harry Cotham; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were Feb. 7, at the College Hill Church of Christ.

Hillsboro, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, April, 1998, page 45.

Cotham, Delia Bates

Delia Bates was born near Pleasantville, Hickman County, Tenn., on September 27, 1860, and was the daughter of James and Phoebe Bates. She was united in matrimony to W. J. Cotham (who preceded her in 1927) on February 7, 1877. Eleven children were born to this union, nine of whom survive--six sons and three daughters: J. O., R. C., H. H., and S. R., of Dyersburg, Tenn. (the home); J. L., of Des Moines, Iowa; George S., of Tupelo, Miss.; Mrs. Mamie Daniel and Sue Cotham, of Dyersburg; and Mrs. D. L. Rice, of Roff, Okla. She is also survived by one sister (Mrs. J. W. Lynch, of Hohenwald, Tenn.), fifteen grandchildren, and fifteen great-grandchildren. She obeyed the gospel in her early married life and lived a faithful and devoted Christian until death. She was a devoted mother, a loving and faithful wife. She loved to go to church, and was always there when she was able to get there. She came home from church and took her bed and was never away from home again. This was March 8, during Brother Douthitt's meeting. She died May 6, 1938.

Mamie Daniel., A daughter.

Gospel Advocate, August 4, 1938, page 735.

Cotham, Teresa O.

Teresa O. Cotham died Jan. 7 at the Baylor hospital because of pneumonia.

Cotham, along with her husband, Perry, moved to Grand Prairie, Texas, to do worldwide evangelistic work under the oversight of the Skillman Church of Christ in Dallas.

She also taught preschool for several years and more recently helped to provide free Bible literature by working for Mission Printing in Arlington, Texas. She and her husband made mission trips to Brazil and the West Indies.

Cotham is survived by her husband; two sons, Perry Coleman and Harry Don; one daughter, Nan Elizabeth Macleod; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

The family requests that memorial gifts be made to the India Bible Fund, c/o Skillman Church of Christ, Dallas, TX 75206; or to Mission Printing, P. O. Box 2029, Arlington, TX, 76004.

Dallas, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, March, 1998, page 45.

Cotham, W. J.

My father, W. J. Cotham, died, at the Baird-Brewer Hospital, Dyersburg, Tenn., on September 21, 1927, after suffering for two weeks from an operation for bladder trouble. He was born in Perry County, near Denson's Landing, on November 25, 1847, and lacked only two months and four days being eighty years of age. He was the oldest of five children born to H. N. Cotham and Sallie Cotham. He was married on February 7, 1877, to Miss Delia Bates, of Cane Creek, Hickman County, who, with six sons and three daughters, survives him. The sons are: J. O., R. C., H. H., and S. R. Cotham, of Dyersburg; J. Larimore Cotham, of Mobile, Ala.; and Srygley Cotham, of Memphis, Tenn. The daughters are: Mrs. S. W. Daniel, of Daniel's Landing; Mrs. D. L. Rice, of Clarita, Okla.; and Sue Cotham, of Dyersburg. He is also survived by one brother, S. H. Cotham, of Sugar Tree, Tenn. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother J. W. Smith in 1893, and lived a faithful and consistent Christian thereafter. He was a kind and indulgent father, a good husband, and, I believe, had as many friends and as few enemies (if any) as any man. He was the soul of honesty and integrity. He loved the Gospel Advocate and the cause of Christ. Brother O. C. Lambert conducted funeral services at the church of Christ, and his body was consigned to its last resting place in Fairview Cemetery at Dyersburg. May we all so live that we can clasp hands with him where no tears or heartaches ever come.

His Daughter.

Gospel Advocate, November 3, 1927, page 1049.

W. J. Cotham was born on November 25, 1847, and died on September 21, 1927, at Dyersburg, Tenn. The greater part of Brother Cotham's life was spent in Perry and Decatur Counties, where he was engaged in farming. "Bunty" was one of the most industrious men I ever knew. He obeyed the gospel in March, 1894. Brother Cotham was very firm in his convictions on all subjects, but especially so in his religious views. He was amply able at all times to uphold the truth, and yet he did so in a manner to command the respect of all with whom he came in contact. No one who knew him doubted his sincerity. His wife, Mrs. Delia Bates Cotham, and the following children survive: Oscar, R. C., Hix, Ray, Larimore, Srygley, and Mrs. Sue Cotham, of Dyersburg; Mrs. Mamie Daniel, of Daniel's Landing, Tenn.; and Mrs. Bessie Rice, of Oklahoma. "Bunty" was a devoted husband, an indulgent father, and a devoted son to his aged father and mother, who preceded him to the great beyond more than twenty years. I would say to the bereaved wife and children: We know from experience that your loss is great indeed, but we weep not as those who have no hope.

Daniel D. Bates.

Gospel Advocate, December 8, 1927, page 1168.

Cotham, W. L.

On November 20, 1932, the spirit of W. L. Cotham returned to God who gave it. His body was returned to mother earth on November 21, in the Cotham cemetery near the old Cotham home where he was born and lived all of his life. Brother Cotham was sixty-two years old, and was married to Fannie Daniel twenty-two years ago. He leaves his wife, two brothers and four sisters, and many friends to mourn. He was a good husband and a true and tried friend. Brother Cotham was a member of the church of Christ more than forty years. We weep because we never like to be separated from a brother that we love. We rejoice because this brother was a member of God's family, an heir of God and a joint heir with Christ. Funeral services were conducted by Brother Hutson. All are in sympathy with the bereaved.

A. H. Daniel.

Gospel Advocate, March 16, 1933, page 262.

Cothran, Margaret Phydelia Smith

Margaret Phydelia Smith was born April 9, 1873; died at the home of her sister, Mrs. E. B. Tatum, Flatwoods, Tenn., October 24, 1934. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Smith, of Lewis County, Tenn., faithful servants of God. She obeyed the gospel at the age of fifteen, under the preaching of Brother Norwood. She was first married to P. B. Graves, who died many years ago. Two children from this union (Leonard Graves, of Nashville, Tenn., and Mrs. Lillian Cothran, of Roxton, Texas) survive. She latter married W. H. Cothran, who with their daughter (Mrs. Cecil Mortan, both of Riverside, Tenn.) survive. Two brothers (John Smith, of Dyer, Tenn., and Sewell Smith, of Arkansas), four sisters (Mrs. Eliza Beal, Mrs. Estalee Sisco, and Mrs. R. W. Dobbs, all of Hohenwald, Tenn.; and Mrs. E. B. Tatum, Flatwoods, Tenn.), and seven grandchildren also survive. She was a splendid character. The Smith family is known for piety and godly living. Funeral services were conducted by H. N. Mann and J. W. Dunn. The undertaker, Mr. Guy Voorheir, who had known her for many years, also spoke briefly.

J. W. Dunn., Hohenwald, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 28, 1935, page 216.

Cothron, Saphronia Voorhies

Saphronia Voorhies was born on December 22, 1861; was married to W. H. Cothron on December 21, 1890; and died on June 2, 1907. This is the brief record of the life and death of a dear friend, and one of the most earnest and faithful members of the church of Christ at Riverside, Tenn. She was in declining health for some time before her death, yet in all of her sufferings and pain she trusted Him to whom she had committed her life. Many years of her life were spent in willing, loving service for the loved ones at home, for her neighbors, and for all the afflicted or distressed, as she had opportunity. Unless prevented by sickness, she was always present at the hour of worship on Lord's-day morning. She leaves a kind husband and one daughter, Prince Elbert, who miss her sadly. Two orphan children were kindly taken into the pleasant home of Brother and Sister Cothron as members of their happy circle. Hollis Nutt, the older boy, can never forget the kind, gentle, Christian woman who ministered to his wants as his own mother would have done. It was a pathetic scene when little Claudie Clay, the younger boy, stood near the casket looking at "Mamma," as he fondly called her, as she reposed in the silent, dreamless sleep that knows no earthly waking. He asked: "When will mamma wake up?" Funeral services were conducted at the grave by Elder W. R. Hassell, where a large number of sorrowing relatives and friends assembled to pay a final tribute of love and respect to her memory. The bereaved ones have the tenderest sympathies of the entire community. May her family and friends also be faithful to the Lord until death. "The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord."

(Mrs.) M. M. Roberts., Riverside, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August 22, 1907, page 542.

Cotton, Margaret E. Sweeney

Margaret E. Sweeney was born near Leiper's Fork, Tenn., on October 3, 1848, and died at the home of her niece, in Nashville, Tenn., on January 12, 1916. She was married to James Cotton on September 29, 1871. He preceded her to the grave twenty-five years. She obeyed the gospel in 1866, living a Christian almost fifty years. She leaves, to mourn her loss, eight brothers, a niece whom she reared from early childhood, and many other relatives. "Aunt Mag," as she was known to all, always attended the Lord's worship when she was able. It is hard indeed to give up our loved ones, but we know that our loss is her gain. She had been a subscriber of the Gospel Advocate for more than thirty years. After a short service at the grave, we laid her to rest by the side of her husband, at Southhall, Tenn.

J. M.

Gospel Advocate, March 23, 1916, page 298.

Cottrell, Clois Bradfield

Clois Bradfield Cottrell was born in the Christian Chapel Community near Wildersville, Tenn., on April 7, 1913, the son of Tom and Eliza Bradfield Cottrell. He grew up in the home of his grandfather, Dr. Dan Bradfield, a physician and an elder in the Christian Chapel Church of Christ.

He was married to the former Lucille Fesmire, of the Poplar Springs-Juno community near Lexington, Tenn., in 1937. The writer, who serves as minister of the Concord Road Church of Christ, Brentwood, Tenn., is their son. In addition to his wife and son, he leaves his daughter-in-law, Linda, and three beloved grandchildren, Chris, Craig and Cindy.

On Lord's day morning, Aug. 31, 1980, he arose to prepare to attend worship services. The effort exhausted him, and he sat down in his favorite chair to relax. A short time later, he passed from this earthly life. Dad's funeral was held on Labor Day, Sept. 1, 1980, in Humboldt, Tenn., where he and Mother had lived and worked for 43 years. Billy Clark, minister of the Christian Chapel Church of Christ, Wildersville, Tenn., conducted the funeral. The singing was provided in an excellent way by a group from the Humboldt Church of Christ, where Dad was a faithful member. Burial was in Rose Hill Cemetery in Humboldt.

No words can adequately express the deep sense of love and gratitude that I feel toward my dad. He was a wise man who taught me well, an excellent provider and a help in so many ways. His was a life of hard work and sacrifice to provide for his family. For over thirty years he worked for the Soil Conservation Service, Department of Agriculture. As my mother has said so well, he was very proud of his profession.

His last few years were filled with a great deal of suffering and pain. But thankfully, these brought him ever closer to the Lord. He lived and died in faith, and that is our source of comfort in our time of sorrow.

Danny Cottrell., P. O. Box 305, Brentwood, Tenn. 37037.

Gospel Advocate, October 23, 1980, page 670.

Couch, Belinda

Sister Belinda Couch, of Wartrace, Tenn., died Oct. 9, 1895. Had she lived one day longer she would have been sixty years old. She was baptized by Brother Smith Bowlin in 1865. Her husband, Brother Reuben Couch and her children are all members of the church of God. Her earnest Christian life exerted a good influence over them and others. I conducted a short funeral service at the open grave, in the presence of a large number of sorrowing relatives and friends.

R. A. Hoover.

Gospel Advocate, February 27, 1896, page 140.

Belinda Holt was born Oct. 10, 1835; married to R. W. Couch Nov. 11, 1865; and died Oct. 9, 1895, being at time of her death within one day of sixty years of age. In the summer of 1865 she confessed faith in Christ, and was baptized by Brother Smith Bowlin, and lived as a true Christian to the day of her death. It was her privilege to see her husband and all of her children come into the church of Christ. She was a woman of fine practical sense and of great firmness--a devoted wife; a careful, wise mother and kind neighbor. She has gone to enjoy the reward of the faithful.

J. D. Floyd.

Gospel Advocate, March 19, 1896, page 192.

Couch, E. E.

On May 10, 1897, Sister E. E. Couch, wife of Brother Henry Couch, died at Baldwin, Ark. Her death was sudden and unexpected to even her own family; in fact, she died within a few hours after her illness became alarming. A husband and seven children are left to mourn the loss of a wife and mother, but they do not weep as those who have no hope. Sister Couch was a devoted Christian; had been a member of the church of Christ about twenty years, having been baptized by Brother J. D. Floyd. She was born in Tennessee. She was married to Henry Couch Jan. 6, 1876; both were baptized in 1877, and moved to Arkansas in the fall of 1878. The saddest experience of this life is the separation from loved ones caused by death, but the Christian is able to look beyond the dark clouds of such adversity into the sunlight of God's promises. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth." The distressed ones are pointed to God and his word as the source of all comfort.

John T. Hinds., Fayetteville, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, July 15, 1897, page 447.

Couch, Pearl Marie

Pearl Marie Couch, 74, of Lincoln died July 5 at a Fayetteville, Ark., hospital. She was born April 14, 1908, at Fayetteville, the daughter of James A. and Londa Gray Bolen. She was a homemaker and a lifetime resident of the area. She was a member of the Johnson Church of Christ.

Survivors include her husband, Guy H. Couch of the home, to whom she was married May 28, 1927, in Fayetteville; three sons, Charles H. Couch of Fayetteville, Jim Couch of North Little Rock, Philip Couch of Batesville; two daughters, Mrs. Martha Ann Shay of Cabot and Mrs. Caroline Sue Kraft of Cassville, Mo.; 16 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Services were at the Johnson Church of Christ with Robert G. Dockery and Richard Fedell officiating. Burial was at Son's Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Moore's Chapel. Pallbearers were Dr. R. Berry Broyles, Carl Couch, Paul Wilcox, Austin Garrett, Eddy Shores and Paul W. Smith. She was dearly loved by all who knew her. She was a dedicated Christian to her Lord, to her husband and family.

Gospel Advocate, September 16, 1982, page 572.

Couch, R. B.

R. B. Couch of Macon, Ga., died suddenly December 27, 1977. Brother Couch was a fine man. He walked in humble but straight paths. He was a wonderful husband and father. His home was a place where genuine love and respect were very evident. He was the soul of honor; his word was his bond. He was an elder in the Central church in Macon. He took his duties as an elder seriously. The welfare of the church was always among his first concerns. He protected the church from unsound teaching and questionable practices. The church will sorely miss this good man's leadership and safe counsel.

Funeral services were conducted December 29, 1977, by me and Harry Darrow, a former minister at Central. I had a part in the funeral service for his ten-year-old daughter December 9, 1949. His body was buried by the side of his little girl in the Riverside Cemetery in Macon. He leaves a wife and daughter. They are saddened, but are Christians and know that death is in God's plan and they look upon a Christian's death as a gateway into brighter things.

How wonderful it is to die in the Lord!

A. S. Landiss.

Gospel Advocate, June 1, 1978, page 349.

Coulson, Rolfe

Rolfe Coulson--Born Aug. 14, 1913 to Conley and Ellen Coulson. Expired at his home in Hillsville, Va., Oct. 19, 1982. He is survived by his wife Lura Gravely Coulson, one daughter Mrs. Catherine Jeanette Webber of Salem, Va., one son Conley Rolfe Coulson of Boones Mill, Va., and three grandchildren.

He was married to Lura Gravely on Oct. 12, 1940 and baptized into Christ July 10, 1966 at the church of Christ in Grapevine, W.Va., by M. L. Lindsey and Willis Chafins. He was a coal miner for the greatest part of his life until forced to retire in 1968 due to ill health.

Brother Coulson was instrumental in helping to establish the church in Welch, W.Va., in 1970. In 1974 his family moved to Virginia where he continued to be a faithful servant and worker in the Kingdom. He was a kind, patient husband and father. His home was always open to preachers of the gospel and members of the church. Since June, 1978, Rolfe spent much of his time in hospitals and under oxygen, suffering from black lung. He continued to attend the services of the church when able to get out.

Brother Coulson is sadly missed by his wife, children and grandchildren. His determined attitude to serve the Lord and win souls to Christ, even in the worst of health, was an inspiration to all who knew and loved him. He was a well loved and respected brother in Christ whose presence is sorely missed.

Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Oct. 22, 1982 at the Round Knob Church of Christ near Hillsville, Va., with Lowell Altizer and Tom Racer officiating.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1983, page 213.

Coulter, Belle Ross

Mrs. Belle Ross Coulter was married to J. T. Coulter Dec. 19, 1865, in Monroe county, Miss., with whom she lived happily twenty-eight years. She was the mother of seven children, three of whom are dead. One daughter, three sons, a husband, and a host of friends and relatives are left to mourn her departure. She was all that it takes to make a grand, good, and noble woman, and those who knew her best loved her most. She was all that could be asked for as a neighbor. Her heart and hand were always open to the wants of the needy and distressed. Her last distressing illness was protracted for many weeks, but she patiently, calmly, and resignedly submitted without the least murmur. May 18, 1893, she fell asleep in Jesus, and is forever at rest with the dear ones gone on before.

Mrs. Belle Brown.

Gospel Advocate, June 29, 1893, page 405.

Coulter, B. F., Jr.

In the untimely death of B. F. Coulter, Jr., Los Angeles is bereft of one of its brightest and most sterling citizens. He was a representative of the best type of our young men--correct in morals, diligent in business, successful in the truest sense of the word. Never robust in constitution, he recently sought the much-coveted blessing of health by making a journey around the globe. He visited many lands, making such observations of men, governments, and customs as would be expected of one of his acute intellect and clear intelligence. Returning to his home and business, it was for a time hoped that he had received substantial benefit from his extensive travels; but in this his own hopes, as well as the hopes of his family and large circle of friends, were doomed to disappointment. The ravages of disease were merely checked for a little time, only to reappear in a more virulent form; and it soon became apparent to those who anxiously noted his daily diminishing strength that the end was not far off. And the end has come. The heroic battle with disease is ended. The present victory is with the enemy, death; but his end was peace, surrounded by those who were dearer to him than life itself, soothed and comforted by the promises and hopes of our holy religion, in which he was an ardent believer; in the full possession of his mental faculties, he gently passed from the scenes of time. His funeral was the occasion of one of the largest assemblages of leading citizens ever witnessed in this city. The services were plain, simple, and strikingly appropriate, in harmony with the character of the lamented subject and the honored family of which he was a member. His remains were followed to their last resting place by an immense concourse of mourners, the pallbearers being Messrs. H. G. Bundren, Walter Burnwell, Walter Chanslor, W. F. West, C. L. Truett, and C. A. Barnes. Peace to his ashes, and may his soul rest in eternal bliss.

Los Angeles Herald.

To the above notice it may be added that this is the second time during the past twelve months that our beloved brother, Elder B. F. Coulter, has been called upon to mourn the untimely death of a son. He is now bereft of all his sons, save one.

David Walk., 1543 Pleasant Avenue.

Gospel Advocate, October 14, 1897, page 653.

Courter, Clara Ella (Drewry)

Sister Clara Ella (Drewry) Courter was born near Greenfield, Tenn., September 1, 1885. She lived at that place till she was about thirteen years of age, when she moved with her parents to Campbell, Mo., where she lived till her death, which occurred on December 15, 1927. She was married to Brother Ora Courter on November 27, 1912. To this union was born one child. She is survived by her husband, her daughter, her mother and stepfather, three brothers, other relatives, and many friends. She obeyed the gospel at the age of thirteen. Her life was always that of a godly lady. She taught for many years in the public school of Campbell. Even though her religion was not very popular with the majority of the people in the town, her life was such that they found no fault in her. The audience that gathered at the meetinghouse to pay her the last tribute of respect and the beautiful floral offerings presented by her friends spoke more in praise of her noble life than is possible for any one to convey in human language. Sister Courter was a godly daughter, a good neighbor, a devoted wife, and a loving mother. The writer spoke at the funeral service.

L. E. Pryor.

Gospel Advocate, January 12, 1928, page 48.

Covan, Sue E. Williamson

Sue E. Williamson Covan died Feb. 16, 1984, while a patient at Jackson County Hospital in Scottsboro, Ala. She lost a battle with cancer. She suffered for some time with diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure and glaucoma.

She was married to Bill Covan. They have two sons, one daughter and nine grandchildren. Her mother is Mary Williamson. One sister and one brother survive.

Sue was baptized into Christ at the age of 12 and served him faithfully. In 1942 she married Bill Covan.

Her husband became a deacon and an elder at the Andrews Ave. Church of Christ in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. He was serving as an elder of the Broad Street Church of Christ in Scottsboro, Ala., when Sue passed away.

Their eldest son, Bill, married a deacon's daughter and became a gospel preacher. Their daughter, Cindy, married an elder's son who is now a deacon. Their son, Don, married a preacher's daughter and now serves as a deacon.

Her influence was felt in her family, the church, and the community. She is missed greatly. We thank God for this precious life.

Tim Pahman.

Gospel Advocate, January 3, 1985, page 26.

Covington, Kate L.

On the 19th of August, 1896, in Allensville, Ky., a bright light was extinguished in the happy household of Judge T. H. Covington, when his beloved and faithful companion, Kate L. Covington, fell into that calm and peaceful sleep from which none ever wake to weep. At the age of seventeen years she obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which made her an accepted daughter of the Lord. From that good hour till the messenger of death claimed her for his own she was true to her profession, and lived a consistent and exemplary member of the church. Full of energy and affection, so gentle and conciliatory in her character, she was loved devotedly by her family, and universally esteemed by all who knew her, those admiring most who knew her best. By her fidelity to the Master, meekness of spirit, and godly conversation, she exerted a salutary influence in recommending to all that pure and undefiled religion whose promises sustained her in affliction, and enable her in the hour of death to triumph through Him that loved her and gave himself for her. Now she enjoys undisturbed repose in the paradise of God.

Gospel Advocate, October 1, 1896, page 636.

Cowden, Ida May

Sister Ida May Cowden, daughter of Dr. John and Mary Cowden, died near Petersburg, Lincoln County, Tenn., April 1, 1891. She was born July 17, 1868, obeyed the gospel at Old Cane Creek in Sept. 1884. Having obeyed the Lord, she lived to adorn the doctrine of God her Savior, and to be loved by all who knew her. What she said was said so lovingly and what she did was done so cheerfully that it gave her power over all. She was a pure lady, a model girl, a polished child an humble Christian. We knew for some time that deaths arrow was too well aimed not to miss its mark in this golden link in our dear brother and sister's family, hence were expecting that fatal disease consumption to finish its march in this sweet flower which was removed from earth to the paradise of God. "Let not your hearts be troubled, you believe in God, believe also in me." "As I live you shall live are the words of Him who has passed through the Valley of the Shadow of death.

W. H. Dixon., Petersburg, Tenn., May 4, '91.

Gospel Advocate, May 13, 1891, page 297.

Cowles, Ambrose Monroe

Ambrose Monroe Cowles, passed peacefully and quietly from this life about 2:00 p.m. Feb. 14, 1983, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, Ky., where he had been hospitalized for over a week. He would have been 58 years old Feb. 18. He worked very diligently with the earlier members in establishing the Boiling Springs congregation approximately 25 years ago. His conviction, honesty, courage, dedication, sacrifice and trust in God will be remembered by his relatives, friends and brethren.

Memorial services were conducted by E. G. Nash and writer at the Boiling Springs meeting house on Thursday, Feb. 17, 1983. A very large crowd attended. Many of them were ones to whom he had reached out to help in days gone by. His remains now rest in the beautiful Boiling Springs cemetery next to his beloved companion, Pauline Helton Cowles, who preceded him in death Sept. 8, 1976 and near his late brother Ralph Cowles (Gospel Advocate, June 18, 1981; No. 12) awaiting the great resurrection day.

Survivors include two sons: Larry and Donald Cowles of Bowling Green, Ky.; three grandchildren, two brothers, six sisters, several nieces and nephews.

May the Lord bless his memory in the hearts of all those who knew him.

J. A. Floyd, Jr., 1103 McElroy Ave., Bowling Green, Ky. 42101, Minister of Boiling Springs congregation.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1983, page 214.

Cowles, Ralph

Ralph Cowles was born Jan. 3, 1922 in Warren County, Ky., to the late Holbert and Minnie Pennington Cowles and died in his sleep on the Lord's day morning May 3, 1981 on Route 12, Bowling Green, Ky. He was married to the former Dorlis Sandidge, March 27, 1948, who survives him. Other survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Ronnie Martin and Mrs. Monte Cannon; one son, Tommy Cowles; three brothers, Ambrose, W. V. and Paul Cowles; six sisters, Mrs. Alice Johnson, Mrs. Mildred Johnson, Mrs. Nellie Windham, Mrs. Margie Watt and Mrs. Evelyn Watt, all of Bowling Green and Mrs. Murline Bledsoe of Indianapolis, Ind. All of these survivors are members of the church of Christ. Also three grandchildren survive. He was a charter member of the Boiling Springs congregation which was established by him and others over 22 years ago. In 1939, Brother Cowles was baptized into Christ by Columbus Alexander Ashlock in a pond. About 250 people came to the Harding and Son Funeral Home chapel, Louisville Road, Bowling Green, Ky., where the memorial services were conducted by Tom Hall and the writer. Flowers at the service were in abundance from neighbors, friends, and relatives. An impressive graveside service was conducted by Tom Hall in the community cemetery at Boiling Springs, 11 miles northeast of Bowling Green. His passing brought grief to his host of relatives and others. But his leaving was triumphant. He has gone home to meet his God. His good works will be remembered by all who knew him. The writer has been a close friend of the family down through the years. This writer had known Brother Ralph Cowles from boyhood days and it is difficult to bid farewell to a close earthly friend.

J. A. Floyd, Jr., 1103 McElroy Ave., Bowling Green, Ky. 42101, minister of Boiling Springs Church of Christ.

Gospel Advocate, June 18, 1981, page 378.

Cox, Mrs. A. C.

Sister A. C. Cox passed from this earth March 15, 1965, at the age of 87. Her funeral was conducted by J. A. Thornton in the church building at Booneville, Miss. The eight-hundred seat auditorium was filled to over-flowing.

It was fitting her funeral should be conducted in the church building, because she loved the church. Her father, J. E. Wright, established the church in Booneville approximately sixty years ago. When she was a young lady the church was still meeting in her father's house. Sister Cox was a great woman. She was always present for worship. Up until her last illness when there was a meeting in the area she wanted to go. Many young preachers through the years, were encouraged by her quiet confidence in them as they preached the Bible.

She always had two or three well-worn Bibles in her bedroom. Several years ago I came through Booneville unexpectedly one Saturday night and stopped to see her. She had just finished reading the Sunday school lesson from the Gospel Advocate and, in fact, had one of the Advocate's maps of Paul's missionary journeys on her wall. She was a great, faithful Christian woman. She was gentle and accommodating except where a principle was involved. There is no way of estimating the great influence of her life. She was not remarkable for her work in society or business but in her service to the Lord. She has gone to be with him whom she loved so much.

Carroll B. Ellis.

Gospel Advocate, May 20, 1965, page 327.

Cox, A. J. (Jack)

Among the many accidents of the closing days of 1953, one took the life of A. J. (Jack) Cox, of the Temple-Moody, Texas, area. He and son Jack had gone on a short hunting trip, he refusing to go till assured they would be at some place for Lord's day worship. Near Llano as they returned home one of the many "road hogs" refused to dim his lights and crowded the Cox car off the road. It hit a hole beside the road and immediately plunged against a bridge buttment. Brother Cox was asleep beside the driver and died almost instantly. The rushing driver never even checked his speed. Jack, Jr., suffered only minor bruises. Brother Cox was sixty-three. He had served as an elder in Central Church in Temple many years. The last few years he had lived on a ranch near Moody and served as an elder there. This writer had worked with him in Temple and claims never to have had a better backer. He was a strong believer in the simple New Testament truth, though he had once been a prejudiced denominationalist. He leaves his wife, than whom there is none stronger in the faith, the son mentioned above, a son, Ned, of Denver, who preaches some, and a daughter, Mrs. Frances Prewett, of Denver. Seven sisters also survive him. The last services for Brother Cox were conducted at Central Church on January 1 by Thomas E. Scott, James Fowler and this writer. Central elders and two brethren from Moody were pall bearers. He was buried beside two sons, Roy and Frank. The latter was killed in an accident in Europe while trying to baptize a fellow soldier. The soldier came home and to Temple and had Brother Cox do for him what Frank gave his life trying to do. All who knew A. J. Cox as I knew him loved him sincerely.

F. L. Paisley.

Gospel Advocate, January 21, 1954, page 62.

Cox, Alfred

Elder Alfred Cox was born on October 14, 1840, and died at the home of his son, in Chatham, Miss., on December 11, 1924, aged eighty-four. He leaves his only son, John Cox, of Mississippi, and one daughter, Mrs. Whipple, of Louisiana, with grandchildren and great-grandchildren, to mourn his death. He was an elder in the church of Christ for many years, and a more scriptural one would be hard to find. Elder Cox located in Lawrence County, Tenn., near Summertown, more than thirty years ago, and was instrumental in building up the church at that place, where he worshiped until nine years ago. Since that time he has been with his son in Mississippi. Brother Cox loved the church, and we feel that we have a just cause for grief. Our hands have been weakened by his going away. His children brought his body back to the old home to be buried by the side of his faithful wife. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in the house that he labored so hard to build, and where he worshiped for many years. May his loved ones be blessed with the good things of this life and finally a home with him in heaven.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, June 11, 1925, page 570.

Cox, Andrew C.

Brother Andrew C. Cox, of Booneville, Miss., answered the summons to depart from this world, Friday, July 27, 1928. For the last eight months before death Brother Cox had endured and suffered much. During this time of fight to regain his health three operations were performed, but proved futile. He spent his entire life of fifty-four years at Marietta and Booneville. At these places he had the respect and esteem, not only of all the brethren, but of those in denominational bodies. He was faithful as an elder for many years, and every preacher visiting Booneville was impressed with his faithfulness and zeal. All who knew him recognized that he was what he was "by faith." He approached death with his faith undaunted, and said to his dear companion that Paul's language expressed his feeling toward the trying ordeal; that for them it would be better for him to stay, but to die would be his gain. The family, the church, and the town lost a great and good man; but the influence of his life will continue to live, and should provoke others to lives of greater consecration and service in the Master's cause.

C. P. Roland.

Gospel Advocate, August 30, 1928, page 833.

Cox, Andrew J.

Andrew J. Cox was born March 17, 1858; died July 28, 1936. He obeyed the gospel at the age of fourteen and began preaching at twenty. He faithfully preached the gospel for over fifty years in Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi, Arizona, and New Mexico, for many years being the only gospel preacher in the last named State. He was a real pioneer in the work in this State. Going into the virgin territory of the West, with the help of his faithful and devoted wife, he was instrumental in leading many souls to the truth. To his labors most of the churches of New Mexico owe their existence. He was admired, respected, and loved by all who knew him for his godly life and his untiring devotion to the cause of the Master. He is survived by his widow, two daughters (Mrs. L. P. Glasscock, Hope, N. M., and Mrs. Will Moody, Cairo, Ill.), two sisters (Mrs. Lily Thurman, Rock Springs, Texas, and Mrs. E. J. Rucker, Kingman, Ariz.), and three brothers (Albert Cox, Young, Ariz.; George Cox, Buckeye, Ariz.; and E. P. Cox, Hope, N.M.). Funeral services were conducted by the writer in Artesia, N. M., on July 29, and his body was laid to rest in Woodbine Cemetery.

Allen E. Johnson.

Gospel Advocate, August 13, 1936, page 791.

Cox, Bessie Pearl (Goldsmith)

Bessie Pearl (Goldsmith) Cox died May 10, 1983, after a short illness at the age of 86. She was born in the beautiful land of the caves in Hart County, Ky. On Dec. 15, 1912, she married Israel J. Cox who preceded her in death April 29, 1976. To this union three children were born. Joseph H. Cox, well-known evangelist of Louisville, Ky., is the oldest of the children. J. Vernon Cox is a successful businessman of Monrovia, Ind., and Luvenia Robinson is a housewife and lives in Carlsbad, N. M.

Sister Cox, known to most of us as "Grandma," lived the past 22 years with Joseph and his devoted wife, Wanda. Her love for the Truth and her willingness to abide by its directives were in evidence daily in her life as she went about doing good. She had been a member of the Auburndale Church of Christ in Louisville, Ky., for the past 22 years where Joseph is the preacher.

It was an honor for me to be asked to conduct the funeral services. I was ably assisted by Denny Pence, Earl Dulin and Johnnie McMillan. A large audience was present at the services in Louisville and then at the graveside in Horse Cave, Ky. With the lightning flashing and the thunder rolling, her body was laid to rest on the beautiful hillside by the side of her husband to await the resurrection and the judgment. Surely our loss is her gain.

Warren Rainwater, 203 McBroom Dr., Louisville, Ky. 40214.

Gospel Advocate, October 6, 1983, page 604.

Cox, Beulah Benton Nash

Mrs. Beulah Benton Nash Cox was born at McDade, Bastrop County, Texas, March 21, 1863. She passed away on April 25, 1948, in a hospital, in Wichita Falls, Texas. She was married to the late Edward Hall Cox on November 14, 1884, at Hico, Texas. To this union seven children were born--four boys and three girls. Two children preceded their mother in death--Louis Cox and Hazel Dell Hutson. Surviving children include: J. Oscar Cox, Wichita Falls, Texas; Mrs. Ruby Fields, Wichita Falls; Mrs. Lula Little, Sherman, Texas; Frank L. Cox, Spur, Texas; and Elwyn Charles Cox, Mount Vernon, N. Y. She is also survived by a brother (Chris Nash, of California), fourteen grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews. Sister Cox was a devoted Christian mother, having obeyed the gospel in 1885. Her son, Frank L. Cox, is a well-known writer and able gospel preacher, working at the present time for the church in Spur, Texas. Sister Cox possessed a kind and loving disposition and loved the cause of Christ. Funeral services were conducted at the Tenth and Austin Streets Church, April 26, by the minister, George H. Stephenson, assisted by A. O. Colley and Charles Goodnight.

Gospel Advocate, June 17, 1948, page 599.

Cox, J. B.

On February 14, 1972, J. B. Cox, one of the great song leaders of the church departed this life. J. B. (I never knew what the initials stood for) was born in Murray, Ky., in 1892. He lacked only a few weeks of reaching his four score years. These years were filled with dedication and service to his family and the church. J. B. taught school for many years in his native county in Kentucky and also served with distinction as Superintendent of Clay County Schools. He also taught in Alaska for several years. However, Brother Cox was best known as a worker in vacation Bible schools and song leading. He had the rare ability to get every person in almost any audience to sing. In vacation Bible school the children dearly loved him. He led singing for me in many meetings. He worked closely for a number of years with G. C. Brewer, N. B. Hardeman, L. L. Brigance and many others. I first met J. B. in a vacation Bible school in 1945. From then till the day of his death I loved and appreciated him. I never heard him speak an unkind word about any person. All gospel preachers were thought of as great men by him. Brother Cox was an endless talker; however there was one occasion when he was literally speechless. On July 29, 1954, he and Clara White were married on the popular television program "Bride and Groom." He and Clara made their home at 440 Southwest 23rd Avenue in Miami, Fla. Whenever a chorus sings or a song leader announces a number, I am most likely to compare the performance with my great and good friend, J. B. Cox.

Levoy Bivens.

Gospel Advocate, March 23, 1972, page 190.

Cox, James F.

James F. Cox Sr.--former professor, dean and president of Abilene Christian College--died September 30, in Cox Memorial Hospital. He was 90.

Funeral services were Tuesday, 2 P.M., in College church of Christ. George Bailey, Dr. Don H. Morris, and Dr. Walter H. Adams, dean of the college officiated.

Brother Cox was a member of the first ACC faculty (1906-1907) and served two terms as president (1911-12 and 1932-40). Professor emeritus of Bible and president emeritus at the time of his death, he was the only man to twice serve as chief executive of ACC.

Brother Cox was born in McLeansboro, Ill., April 2, 1878. The son of native Tennesseans, he and his family moved to Erath County, Texas, in 1884 and he had been a Texan ever since.

Graduating from the University of Texas in 1904, he accepted the presidency of Lingleville Christian College for two years until his health failed. He resigned to take his first job with ACC. In 1906 he joined A. B. Barret, Charles H. Roberson and others on the first faculty of Childers Classical Institute, now Abilene Christian College.

In May, 1911, he was chosen president of Childers, succeeding R. L. Whiteside. After only a summer of work, he was called to Midway where his wife lay critically ill, and had to resign.

He returned to Abilene Christian in 1919 and served as head of the Department of Education until 1923. Then from 1924 to 1932 he was dean of the college under President Batsell Baxter and helped move the college from the old six-acre campus downtown to the present site in 1929.

From 1932 to 1940 he served as president again, taking the school through the gloomy days of the depression. After eight years, Cox asked to be relieved of the presidency to teach full time.

For eleven years he taught Bible and devoted more time for his duties at College church, where he had been an elder since 1920. He retired from ACC in May, 1951.

He had lived in Abilene near the college since 1951. In 1956 he received the honorary Doctor of Laws degree from ACC.

Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. E. C. Thompson of Richardson; a son, Dr. James F. Cox, Jr., Houston; a brother, Dr. A. B. Cox, Austin; a sister, Mrs. C. H. Carr, Abilene; and four grandchildren.

Bill England.

Gospel Advocate, October 31, 1968, page 703.

Cox, James Henry

Brother James Henry Cox departed this life Nov. 29, 1896, aged forty-seven years. Brother Cox died in the full triumph of a living faith. In his death the community has lost one of its best citizens; the church, a zealous, faithful, and devoted member. I have known Brother Cox from boyhood through a period of some thirty-seven years. I do not know of anything detrimental to his Christian character. Nothing could be said that would savor of extravagance. A more careful and conscientious man I never knew. As a husband, father, citizen, he had no superior known to me; and, while we mourn and lament his departure, we sorrow not as those who have no hope, for the living, if faithful unto death, have the full assurance that they will meet him "on the other bright shore, clad in spotless white." Let me say to his dear wife and children: Imitate his noble, Christian life, and all will be well in the end. Our loving Heavenly Father will comfort and sustain you in this dark hour of affliction; and over there in the blessed reunions where there are no more partings, no more heartaches, no more pain and death, God will wipe away all tears from your eyes.

N. R. Wallace.

Gospel Advocate, April 1, 1897, page 199.

Cox, Joseph

Joseph Cox, 89, died Nov. 11, 2003.

A retired minister for the Auburndale Church of Christ in Louisville, Cox had preached the gospel for 70 years, including local work in Indiana, Ohio, Florida and Kentucky. He wrote for several brotherhood papers.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Wanda. He is survived by three sons, Vernon, Merrill and Foy; one sister, Martha Robinson; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Louisville, KY.

Gospel Advocate, February, 2004, page 45.

Cox, Julia Minerva Compton

Julia Minerva Compton was born in Sumner County, Tenn., on January 23, 1843, and died near Lingleville, Texas, the latter part of September, 1920. She was married to Van Buren Cox in October, 1868. To this union ten children were born. Eight of them are living and were present when the end came: Mrs. W. R. McClellan, Fort Worth; W. J. Cox, Lingleville; Mrs. Sarah Henderson and Mrs. Mary Haggard, Lingleville; Bates Cox, Thurber; James F. Cox, Abilene Christian College; Alonzo B. Cox, Agricultural and Mechanical College; and Mrs. C. H. Carr, New Mexico. Sister Cox became a Christian, under the preaching of the lamented A. J. McCarty, in 1898. Those who knew her best were unstinted in their praise of her life as a Christian. The children she reared are a living monument to her life and usefulness. Brother G. A. Dunn and the writer spoke words of consolation at the funeral services. A very large crowd from all parts of the county were present. She and her husband were both reared near Gallatin, Tenn., and had been readers of the Gospel Advocate for a half century or more. Brother Cox preceded her to the better land seven years. She was "faithful until death."

R. V. Robinson.

Gospel Advocate, January 20, 1921, page 80.

Cox, Lucy E.

On March 19, 1913, at 5 A. M., at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. T. O. Jones, near Italy, Texas, in her seventy-fifth year, Lucy E. Cox finished the voyage of life. She was the eldest daughter of the Yowell family, of Holly Springs, Miss., and became a Christian only in her girlhood. She was married three times. James Sutton, John I. Collier, and W. H. Cox, in the order named, were her husbands. She was mother of two sons, William and James, by her first husband, and stepmother of a great number of children by former marriages of Messrs. Collier and Cox. Her son, James, all of her husbands, and many of her stepchildren preceded her to the unknown. Her voyage was stormy, but by faith, hope, and love she sailed calmly into the eternal haven. She was intelligent, kind, sunny, interested in and encouraging to all. May the Lord bless her loved ones and all who have been kind to her.

M. H. Armor., Tupelo, Miss.

Gospel Advocate, May 29, 1913, page 524.

Cox, Mary D.

Mary D. Cox (wife of W. G. Cox, and daughter of Daniel and Mary Johnson.) died at her home, Bloomington, Putnam county, Tenn., June 21, 1891. Sister Cox first married Tase Gee, of Tomkinsville, Ky., and several years after his death she married W. G. Cox, of Bloomington, Tenn., who survives her. She was much devoted to her husband, and specially to her Lord. Children, she did not leave any to mourn her loss, but a mother, one brother and her husband and besides these, many friends wherever she was known. She was kind, obedient and affectionate in that which was right, but unyielding in opposing that which was wrong. She was tender in heart and ready to forgive, and ready to touch with praise, that which was morally beautiful, spiritually pious and good, and admired an intelligent life, both morally and spiritually. She was quiet, good and obedient to both the Lord and her husband. She seemed to glory in living well and right, both in the sight of the human family, and of God. But at last the angel of death came and her spirit has taken its flight from the society of the human family and church on earth, to that of the sanctified and redeemed, as we trust. Thanks! Thanks!! to the Lord for the thought, or hope of heaven, where the saints shall die no more.

Hyram Pharris.

Gospel Advocate, July 22, 1891, page 453.

Cox, Mary Elizabeth Bard

Miss Mary Elizabeth Bard was born in Lincoln County, Missouri, February 26, 1847. She was married to T. C. White on December 7, 1865. To this union five children were born, four of whom are still living. She lost her companion in 1903. In 1906 she was married to J. J. Cox, who passed from this life in 1920. Sister Cox answered the summons of the death angel on August 20 in the stillness of early evening. She became obedient to the Savior in early life and lived according to his blessed will all the remaining part of her life. Nothing greater can be said of any one than that that one was a Christian. She has gone, but her Christian influence lives on. She was buried at the old family burial place near Sidney, Texas. The writer, who has known her for some time and has oftentimes been in her home, conducted the services. She was a devoted reader of the Gospel Advocate for years. She was a good wife, a consecrated Christian, and a saintly mother.

Lyle Price.

Gospel Advocate, October 27, 1927, page 1030.

Cox, W. A.

Mr. W. A. Cox fell asleep in Jesus on July 25th, 1887, at his Aunt's near Shop Springs, Tenn. Was 26 years and 10 months old. He was sick eight days with the flux. He was a member of the Christian church four years before he died. Was always faithful to attend preaching but was called away while young and vigorous. He left a mother to mourn his departure, but did not mourn but seven days till she was called home with the same disease. She said she was prepared and ready to go and be with her son.

Mrs. Martha Sims.

Gospel Advocate, November 30, 1887, page 767.

Cox, W. M. B.

W. M. B. Cox was born May 14, 1878, at Marietta, Miss.; departed this life May 18, 1939, at his home in National City, Calif. Brother Cox and family came to Los Angeles, Calif., about 1923, and later moved to Ontario, Calif., where he was manager and Sister Cox head matron of the church of Christ Children's Home for three or four years. They returned to Mississippi for a year or two, but for the past few years have resided in San Diego, Calif., and vicinity. Brother Cox was a man of great faith and loyalty, and served the cause diligently to the best of his knowledge and ability. He had a marvelous understanding of the Scriptures, and was regarded by all who knew him as a teacher of exceptional ability. He leaves a devoted companion and two daughters--Vivian Cox, principal of the Wilmar School, near Los Angeles, and Mary Riley, of San Francisco. Funeral services were conducted by the writer at San Diego, and several of his preacher friends from Los Angeles made short talks at the cemetery near Whittier, Calif.

Samuel E. witty.

Gospel Advocate, August 10, 1939, page 759.

Cox, Wiley B.

The Tenth and Broad Streets church of Christ was greatly shocked on December 13, 1951, when Wiley B. Cox died unexpectedly of a heart attack. Brother Cox was well known among members of the body of Christ, having been a faithful and active worked in the vineyard of the Lord for many years. He was born March 3, 1884, in Florence, Ala., but spent most of his life in Oklahoma. Brother Cox did much to advance the cause of Christ in Shawnee, Okla., where he served as a deacon, song leader, and then as an elder for many years. He gave of his time, his talents, and his money to the advancement of the cause of Christ. He had lived in Wichita, Falls, Texas, for the past four years. He was vice president of the Wichita Falls Real Estate Board at the time of his death. He had not missed a Lord's day worship in thirty-five years. He loved the church and was a friend of all faithful gospel preachers. We rejoice in the hope we have that he has gone to a better world. Brother Cox is survived by his widow and by one son, Eugene Cox of Wichita Falls. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Eddie Carrol, of Shawnee, Okla. A large audience was present for the funeral service at the Tenth and Broad Streets church of Christ on December 16, which was conducted by the writer and Gilbert Copeland.

George H. Stephenson.

Gospel Advocate, January 10, 1952, page 30

Coyle, Virginia Steele

Virginia Steele Coyle, wife of Henry Coyle, elder of the Owingsville church of Christ died June 1, 1979, at the age of 64. She was a native of Bath County, Kentucky.

The words of Solomon, describing the virtuous woman, ably fit the life of this great woman. She was a devoted helpmeet to her husband, a wonderful mother, and her influence can be seen in the wonderful Christian family she had a great part in rearing. The church in Owingsville has surely lost one of its greatest members. Over 400 individuals signed the guest register at the funeral home.

She is also survived by two brothers and two sisters.

The funeral service was held on Sunday, June 3, 1979 by Lowell D. Hillis, minister of the Owingsville Church of Christ.

Gospel Advocate, September 6, 1979, page 569.

Coyle, Mrs. W. J.

The passing in recent weeks of Sister W. J. Coyle has been a great loss to the Grant Street Church, as well as the city of Decatur. Sister Coyle was principal of the Joe Wheeler Grammar School here, and was faithful in her efforts to mould the characters of her children into the likeness of our Lord. She was loved dearly by every child and parent of this school. Her life was identified with every interest of the church. Because of her meek and quiet spirit, the loveliness of her character, and her faithfulness to the Lord, the memory of her shall always live and serve as the guide to others in the way of truth and right. Sister Coyle is survived by her husband and a number of brothers and sisters. She was laid to rest in Huntsville, Ala.

Rufus D. Underwood., Decatur, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1943, page 1031.

Crabtree, I. M.

One by one we pass away. Brother I. M. Crabtree, a good and faithful servant of Jesus Christ, passed from the scenes and experiences of this life into the life invisible on Tuesday, March 18, 1913. Brother Crabtree was born on September 5, 1881. For a period of seventeen years he was a beloved disciple of Christ. I have known him from early boyhood, and have enjoyed his associations in his home and in his school life. I can see him in my imagination as he trod the paths of truthfulness and justice; I can see him again as he assembled with the disciples of Christ, singing hymns of praise to Jehovah's name; I can see him again on the stage of life as he played his part in its great drama, exercising the principles of truth and justice that were so firmly fixed in early life. In his home he was ever loyal and obedient.

I was called to conduct the funeral services near the old home church. I heard the statement time and again that he left no enemies. Father, mother, brother, and sisters, you should feel grateful that this can be said; and you should ever remember how sweet to think that, when the darkness of light and the long day of trouble and disappointment shall have closed, there shall be one bright, cloudless day with no night beyond it. There shall be no night of sin there; there shall be no night of sorrow; there shall be no night of heartbreaks; there shall be no night of bereavements; there shall be no night of disappointments; there shall be no night of parting with loved ones; there shall be no night of sad farewells. We shall be as one happy family where all will be joy, peace, and contentment, and there live a life eternal with the faithful. In the light of divine truth, let us "sorrow not, even as others which have no hope." (1 Thess. 4:13.) But we should ever remember the statement: "There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God." (Heb. 4:9.) But we may keep in mind the precious truths revealed in God's book, and when the archangel shall come forth to sound the trumpet that shall shake this old earth from pole to pole and assemble the great host of the redeemed of all ages around the resplendent and everlasting throne of God, may we be permitted to meet him and enjoy the blessings of heaven forever and ever.

O. L. Carnahan.

Gospel Advocate, May 8, 1913, page 454.

Crabtree, Newton F.

Brother Newton F. Crabtree was born on December 28, 1852, and departed this life on November 26, 1926, aged seventy-three years, ten months, and twenty-eight days. On November 11, 1880, Brother Crabtree was married to Miss Carrie Rehorn, and to this union three sons were born--Otis, Bertie, and Fred. Brother Crabtree's death came as a shock to all. The day before his death he was up and about and went for his mail as usual, but the next day he had a congestive chill and passed away late in the afternoon. Brother Crabtree was an earnest, quiet, Christian man, and was highly esteemed both by the church and the world. He was one of the elders of the Tompkinsville church, and had been for years. He was very simple and quiet in his manner of life, humble and consecrated. He was a devoted husband and father, a splendid citizen, and loyal to the church, and the church at Tompkinsville will feel very keenly its great loss. To Sister Crabtree, the three sons, and the many relatives and friends, we tender our sympathy. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in the church house at Tompkinsville in the presence of a large audience, after which the remains were conveyed to the Evans Cemetery, where his body was placed in the tomb, there to await the resurrection day. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."

Willie Hunter.

Gospel Advocate, March 10, 1927, page 238.

Crabtree, Richard Franklin

Yesterday, February 27, 1947, we buried the mortal body of Richard Franklin Crabtree. He died February 24. His good wife, who survives him, has been a Christian for many, many years; but "Uncle Dick" was baptized by the hands of A. C. Knight, San Angelo, Texas, only five years ago, at the age of seventy-nine. Sister Crabtree had long hoped that he would obey the Lord, and it seemed sometimes that her faith and hope were in vain. Do not give up, dear hearts; your loved ones may yet be saved by his grace. There are six children and seven grandchildren surviving Brother Crabtree. His only daughter, Mrs. Blanch Burnett, lives in Garden City, Ala., the home of the Crabtrees. Four of the boys are scattered from New Mexico to Northern California, and one, Philip, lives in Birmingham, Ala. The other boys are: Charley, Claud, Harry, and Rupert, the latter two of whom were unable to come home for the funeral. I read a part of 1 Thess. 4 and Rev. 7 at the funeral, and tried to comfort the bereaved with "these words" of Scripture. A large crowd attended. Brother Crabtree was eighty-four years old at his death.

Pryde E. Hinton.

Gospel Advocate, March 13, 1947, page 223.

Craddock, Beulah

Mrs. W. M. (Beulah) Craddock, mother of our Edward J. Craddock, passed away Saturday morning, December 13, 1958, at a local hospital after an extended illness at the age of eighty-three. Funeral services were conducted on December 15, at the Twelfth Avenue church of Christ, Nashville, Tenn., by S. P. Pittman and Henry Silverman. Even though being a shut-in for the past fifteen years, she kept in constant touch with the Lord's work and always remembered other shut-ins or the sick in Tennessee and many other states with thoughtful cards to help them bear their burdens, too. Although she fought a marvelous battle against cancer for the past twelve years, she remained spiritually and intellectually powerful up until the minute she passed away. Up until five months ago Mrs. Craddock had taken care of the personal correspondence and phone calls pertaining to Brother Craddock's evangelistic work. She is survived by her husband and two other sons, Elmer D., and B. C. Craddock, one daughter, Mrs. Ruby Mullins, twelve grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her but her influence and love for others will go on with us throughout the years.

E. R. McCarty.

Gospel Advocate, January 8, 1959, page 30.

Craddock, Edward J.

Edward J. Craddock, died at his home in Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 22.

Craddock began preaching when he was 17 at the 12th Avenue Church of Christ in Nashville, Tenn. He preached until he died in cities across the United States and Canada.

It is reported that thousands were baptized as a result of his preaching, new congregations were formed, and many young people were encouraged to become leaders in the church. As a member of the Civitan Club, he was afforded opportunities to deliver messages to hundreds of high school students.

In 1967 Craddock created and published The Christ Emphasis New Testament. During his last years, he edited the work of dozens of Christian writers who were working on The Christ Emphasis Bible.

Funeral services were conducted Jan. 26 by Steve Hale, Charles Davis and Ray Dillard, close friends of Craddock. He was buried in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery on Lebanon Road, Nashville.

Gospel Advocate, April, 1993, page 58.

Craddock, Mattie A.

Death has taken from us one of our best and most faithful sisters. Our dear sister Mattie A. Craddock was born January 6, 1865, was married to Bro. B. A. Craddock on November 2, 1882, and died February 23, 1891. Sister Craddock obeyed the gospel in her thirteenth year and has since that time lived a correct and Christian life. She leaves three children, all boys, Carl, David and Pole, and a good husband. Bro. Craddock obeyed the gospel last summer and is one of our most faithful workers. It is sad to see a loving and Christian mother taken from her little children and broken-hearted husband. But we sorrow not as those that have no hope, and we commend Bro. Craddock and little ones and all the rest to God and the word of his power which will comfort and build them up and give them a home and a reunion where parting will be no more.

J. A. Carter., Curve, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 22, 1891, page 251.

Craft, George W.

George W. Craft was born on April 2, 1859, in Newton County, Mo., near Neosho, and departed this life on March 24, 1931, being seventy-one years, eleven months, and twenty-two days old. He lived in Missouri until 1902, when he moved with his family to Konawa, Okla., and lived there until 1915, at which time he moved to the Imperial Valley, in California, and from thence to Santa Ana, Calif., in 1923, and lived with his daughter, Mrs. C. R. Brower, until his death. He obeyed the gospel at the age of twenty-four, and lived a faithful, Christian life. About forty years of his life were spent as a servant to the church in the capacity of an elder. The writer was very intimately acquainted with the deceased, having served with him as elder for some time in the South Side congregation in Santa Ana. We have talked over many Scriptural points together. Brother Craft could always be depended on to take a Scriptural stand on any proposition and stay there. Six children survive him to mourn his death, besides a host of friends and brothers and sisters in Christ. The children are: Mrs. C. R. Brower, Santa Ana, Calif.; Mrs. D. L. Sullivan, Delano, Calif.; Mrs. Edna Elder, Konawa, Okla.; Mrs. Ethel Lechner, Imperial, Calif.; Mr. George Craft, San Pedro, Calif.; John Craft, Long Beach, Calif. Brother S. E.

Witty, of Los Angeles, and Brother I. W. Paul, of Santa Ana, had charge of the funeral services, and Brother A. C. McShane offered prayer, after which the remains were laid to rest in the New Haven Cemetery at Santa Ana. Our hearts go out in sympathy for the bereaved ones at this time, but we sorrow not as those who have no hope. Death is a blessing to such a person. "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." The death of the Christian is like the stars that vanish from view at the approach of day, but reappear the following night--we see them again.

Edward Mackey.

Gospel Advocate, May 28, 1931, page 661.

Craft, Mary

"Aunt Mary" Craft, eighty-six, passed on February 9 at Louisville, Ky. Her husband, Henry Craft, died in 1915. She was baptized in 1894 by the lamented M. C. Kurfees. The following is from an obituary written by T. Q. Martin: "The preachers now living who have within the last quarter of a century conducted meetings with the Campbell Street (now Haldeman Avenue) Church, Louisville, Ky., will remember Aunt Mary. A visit to Aunt Mary's home was a benediction. She is survived by two sons (Theodore and Henry Craft), one nephew (William Craft), three nieces (Misses Anna and Betty Craft and Mrs. Mary Craft Alton, all of Louisville), and four grandchildren. The mother of William Craft and his three sisters died with the children were all small, and Aunt Mary took them to her home and as nearly took the place of a mother to those children as mother's place can be filled by another. Here is an outstanding fact in the history of the home life of the Craft family: When these children were all together in the home of Aunt Mary, no visitor in that home could ever tell which of those composing the group of children were the children of Sister Craft and which were nephews and nieces, either from her actions toward them or their actions toward her. Truly was she a 'mother in Israel'; and when one such mother leaves this earth, the old world is left poorer by her going."

Gospel Advocate, March 22, 1934, page 295.

Crafton, George

It is with a sad heart that we write of the death of Brother George Crafton, who, on December 6, 1898, was called away by death. He died at his home in Bessie, Tenn., of pneumonia. He was about forty-five years old and had been a member of the church for several years. He leaves an aged mother, one sister, and five brothers. We hope their loss is his eternal gain, and weep not as those who have no hope. We say to the mother, sister, brothers, and friends: Be faithful unto the end, and our Heavenly Father will grant you a happy reunion on the bright, eternal shore, where there is no death or separation.

M. E. Parke.

Gospel Advocate, February 9, 1899, page 90.

Crafton, Ida May

Today I found them--her Bible and the Gospel Advocate--just where she had placed them last. The next day she had attended services at Jones Chapel, the congregation which she had helped to start years ago. It was that night when she fell sick of pneumonia. Eight days later, on November 25, she left us. Ida May Crafton was our aunt and our mother. I was a tiny baby when my mother passed away, and some of my brothers and sisters were young. Aunt assumed her responsibilities--thirty years of selfless service. She made our home in every sense a home. The church and the community were also taught by word and example all the virtues of "old-fashioned goodness." Her industry, thrift, purity of life, clarity of thought, and words of advice inspired all. To the whole community she was "Aunt," who responded to every call of the sick. She read her Bible daily, and the Advocate was a weekly visitor ever since I can remember. She found a serenity and a happiness in Christian living that surpasses all other proof of the value of "The Way." Aunt was born February 6, 1875, and spent her life in Lake County. She was a charter member of the Jones Chapel congregation, established under the leadership of John R. Williams, her favorite preacher. Later, when the family moved to the present homestead, near Tiptonville, Aunt shared in establishing the Tiptonville Church. Ad Foster, long a friend of the family, conducted the funeral services at our home. Burial was in the family cemetery on the farm.

Norman L. Parks.

Gospel Advocate, December 12, 1935, page 1199.

Cragwall, W. T.

W. T. Cragwall was born on August 21, 1847, and died of appendicitis on July 22, 1905. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of J. M. Kidwill in June, 1874. He was a man of strong convictions, and from the time of his obedience was unfaltering in his allegiance to the truth. He made no compromise with error, accepting no teaching nor practicing anything in worship not taught in the Bible. He loved the church, and was always pleased to hear of the success of the cause of Christ. He was faithful in his attendance upon the Lord's-day meetings, and practiced his religion in his daily life, visiting the fatherless and widows and ministering to the wants of the sick and afflicted. He did not claim perfection, but often spoke of his faults, and was ever ready to redress any wrong he had done. He died, as he had lived, in a calm and abiding faith in the promises of God. He leaves a wife and six children, three of whom are Christians; and we trust the others may follow his example and obey the gospel. He is missed in his family, in the church, and by his friends. May we all so live that we may meet him again in that "city whose builder and maker is God."

Gospel Advocate, March 8, 1906, page 156.

Craig, Anna Maria Brandon

Sister Anna Maria Brandon was born on June 27, 1830; was married to O. T. Craig on July 17, 1856; and died on October 18, 1908, being seventy-eight years and nearly four months old at her death. She was an exceedingly quiet, unassuming woman, but was firm in her convictions of truth and duty in all her relations. As a wife, she had great confidence in the practical judgment of her husband, and in his goodness and fidelity, and was always confiding and submissive to his judgment, and was as loyal to him as Sarah was to Abraham. Hence their lives ran smoothly and pleasantly together. As a mother, she was gentle and kind to her children, and always anxious and laborious in trying to train them in the right way; and, so far as the writer can remember, they all came into the church early in life, and two of her sons became regular preachers of the New Testament order of things. As a citizen and neighbor, she was gentle, pleasant, and in every way kindly disposed. She never had any troubles or disagreements with neighbors, and was always highly respected by them. When married to Brother Craig, she was a Methodist; but within a very few years she saw wherein she had been mistaken, and corrected these mistakes by the plain teaching of the New Testament, and was firm and faithful in that teaching to the end of her life. Her home was truly a Christian home. She, like her husband, was full of hospitality, and their home was generally the preacher's home, and a pleasant home for all the children of God that came their way. Sister Craig was respected and honored by all that knew her as a faithful, pure, good, Christian woman, and truly a keeper at home. She left eight children (four sons and four daughters), several grandchildren, and many relatives and ardent friends, to mourn their loss. But they have all the hope the glorious gospel of Christ gives for her welfare in the home of the soul; and if they will follow her example of faithfulness through life, they may have every assurance of meeting her in "the home where changes never come," and where all may rest forever in the mansions which Jesus has gone to prepare.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, November 19, 1908, page 746.

Craig, Crate

It is with sad regrets that I write the death of my dear nephew, Crate Craig. He was born April 12, 1878, and gave himself to Christ in 1894, and was baptized by Brother Harding, of Nashville. He departed this life, September 27, 1897. Although but a babe in Christ, he was always prompt and faithful in his Christian duties. His last duty before taking his deathbed was to meet with our little band of disciples and commemorate the broken body and spilt blood of our dear Lord and Savior. Crate was a loving and obedient son and an affectionate brother, with a smile and kind words for all with whom he came in contact. He had just completed his business education, and was developing into such a bright and promising young man; he would have been a great pleasure to his parents, and a credit to his community. He leaves a father, mother, and eight brothers and sisters, besides a host of loved ones and friends to mourn his loss; but we have the consolation of knowing that we weep not as those that have no hope, for we know if we hold out faithful to the end that we will all meet in that great beyond, where there are no more sad partings.

Mrs. R. E. Lee Wilson., Golden Lake, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, October 21, 1897, page 669.

Craig, Daniel Powell

On Sunday, December 25, 1955 near the noon hour the life of Daniel Powell Craig ebbed slowly away. Realizing his serious condition he wrote to his sister, Mrs. Jesse Adams, "I am fully conscious of my serious condition. If I should go the way of all the earth, I have no fears. . . .I never had any other desire from boyhood only to serve my Master and I think I have done the best I could." I have known Brother Craig since my childhood days and I fully believe his above statement is true. I well remember the day he preached his first sermon at the age of sixteen. He loved the Bible and even when a small boy he spent much time searching the Scriptures. As he grew older he also grew in wisdom and knowledge of God's word. He preached the gospel in a number of states and also worked in the Canal Zone in the Republic of Panama. His last work was in Memphis, where his health failed and made it necessary for him to give up his work last August. He then went to live with his son in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. For many years he was employed by the G.M.&O. Railroad as depot agent. He was born February 24, 1887, the son of James Lee and Olivia Florence Joyner Craig. He was married to Ella Lee Jones who passed away several years ago. Surviving him are two sons, James Edwin and Daniel Kermit, of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and two daughters, Mrs. James Peterson, of Tuscumbia, Ala., and Mrs. Denver Cardwell, of Memphis, Tenn.; one brother, Troy Craig, of Bogalusa, La.; three sisters, Mrs. Jesse Adams, Ripley, Miss., Mrs. W. G. Tapp, Blue Mountain, Miss., and Mrs. W. E. Harrison, New Albany, Miss. Funeral services were conducted by Emmerson J. Estes. He was buried in Harmony Cemetery, near Walnut, Miss.

Gospel Advocate, February 23, 1956, page 189.

Craig, Eugenia Jameson

At 3:30 in the morning of February 1, 1922, Mrs. Eugenia Jameson Craig, wife of Mr. Woodford T. Craig, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. T. Carpenter, Nashville, Tenn. Mrs. Craig, before her marriage, was Miss Eugenia Jameson, member of a prominent Sumner County family, where she was born near Gallatin, June 3, 1846. She was married to Mr. Woodford T. Craig, of Nashville, on December 15, 1869. The burial took place in Nashville. Beautiful and impressive services were held at the home by the minister of her church and the Daughters of the Confederacy, of whom she was an honored member. For many years Mrs. Craig lived in Dyer County; some years were spent in Hickman, Ky.; but the latter years of her life she made Nashville her home. She was the mother of eight children; one child died in infancy, and a daughter, Mrs. James P. Sandling, died in Dyersburg some years ago. She is survived by her husband; one brother H. C. Jameson, of Texas; and the following children: James T. Craig, of St. Louis, Mo.; W. H., of Dyersburg; Woodford B., of Nashville; Mrs. H. Y. Coker, of Dyersburg; Mrs. J. T. Carpenter and Mrs. W. F. Blair, of Nashville. Mrs. Craig obeyed the gospel early in life and spent the years of her active life in the service of the Master. To those given the privilege of knowing her, her faith was an inspiration. A devoted mother and wife, generous and sympathetic to all who needed her, she gave herself freely, and ever held to the highest and noblest ideals of life. Her life was one of service to God and her fellow man. It can be said she possessed to an unusual degree "the Supreme Gift." She was tenderly loved in life and honored in death by the presence of the old friends who followed her to the grave. Death did not quell her spirit nor chill her soul, but calmly and sweetly she entered into life.

Woodford T. Craig.

Gospel Advocate, February 16, 1922, page 160.

Craig, G. Mack

Men have lived and men have died; men still live and men are still dying. Some of those who have died have lived so as to honor the race and glorify God; and some of them have neither benefited society nor honored their Maker. The world has always been the better for the lives of those who have walked with God. The man who walks with God manifests in his life the very highest ideals of human endeavor. Among the dead the church at Franklin, Tenn., has been called upon to number a loved and lovable man. G. Mack Craig was born and reared in Williamson County, and lived in the town of Franklin sixty-odd years, with a few years otherwise a citizen of Davidson County. Having early learned the tailor's trade, for many years he carried on a successful business in the town of Franklin, and thus secured quite a handsome estate. He died at his home, one mile west of Franklin, at 7:30 A. M., on Monday, March 15, aged eighty years, eight months, and thirteen days. Funeral services took place at the church in Franklin, Tuesday forenoon, conducted by Elders James E. Scobey and F. W. Smith. Interment at Mount Hope Cemetery. After Brother Craig became a Christian, to the day of his death his chief delight seems to have been in the discharge of his Christian duties. The advancement of the Lord's cause lay near his heart, and the success of the gospel in the conversion of sinners was to him a source of joyous delight. In all the well-directed activities of the church he helped with a liberal hand. He made no ado about his deeds of charity, nor

did he sound a trumpet before him in giving alms. He will be greatly missed in the church and in the community. He was one of those men who honored God and glorified his name. He had made friends of the mammon of unrighteousness, who, I trust, will receive him into everlasting habitations. Such a life as his has been is both a benediction and a blessing to any people among whom that life has been spent. He believed in his God, trusted his Savior, and had no fear of the future, and I hope that through the settling of the mist and darkness of death about his dying couch he had a vision of that unfading crown which the Master will place above the brow of every self-sacrificing, faithful soldier of the cross.

James E. Scobey.

Gospel Advocate, April 22, 1909, page 502.

Craig, Isaac, Jr.

Isaac Craig, Jr., was born in Dade county, Ga., June, 1862, obeyed the gospel under the preaching of the lamented Brother W. Y. Kuykendall in 1879, was married to Mary Wilkinson Sept. 16, 1887, and died at his home, near Trenton, Ga., Aug. 18, 1893. He bore his sickness, which lasted about a month, with patience and fortitude. It was my pleasure to have known Brother Craig intimately for several years, and a better type of a genuine man, as well as a Christian, I have never known. He truly held the "mystery of the faith in a pure conscience." I recently visited Union, where he worshiped, and found the whole church and the entire community overshadowed with sorrow on account of his death. He was the leader in the song service, and I might say in every good work. He leaves a wife and two children to battle with life without a husband's and father's help and affection. May our heavenly Father overshadow with his comforting grace the bereaved ones, and preserve them all unto his heavenly kingdom, whither the loved one has gone.

J. D. Floyd.

Gospel Advocate, October 5, 1893, page 636.

Craig, James Alexander

James Alexander Craig departed this life on January 12, 1931, while visiting his daughter, Mrs. J. E. Webster, at Glendale, Calif. His remains were brought to Graton, where the funeral was conducted by Brother W. H. Trice. The writer also made a short talk. Interment took place at Forestville. Brother Craig leaves a wife, four children, twelve grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. One child died in infancy. Mrs. R. R. Hayes, the oldest, resides in Graton; Mrs. H. E. Glenn, Merced; Mrs. J. L. Webster, Glendale; M. T. Craig, Hanford. Brother Craig was born at Franklin, Tenn., May 20, 1863; married Emma Notgrass, of Brentwood, Tenn., November 13, 1884; moved to Goldendale, Wash., in October, 1905, where he remained till February, 1907, when he moved to Hanford, Calif. With the exception of a few years in Riverside and a few years' preaching trip to the north, in Oregon, Washington, and Canada, Brother Craig and family spent most of the recent years in Hanford. From this place he has evangelized in both the northern and central part of the State during the past twenty years. I first met Brother Craig at Lone Star, Calif., where we attended a Bible reading conducted by S. O. Pool, in 1907. I have assisted him in a number of meetings and visited him in his home, and he has visited in mine. We were also associated a number of years as coeditors of the Pacific Christian, published in Fresno. He was an able preacher and a strong defender of the one faith. He loved and sacrificed for the truth, and always preached the same in love. Brother Craig is the author of a number of tracts, such as "The Work of the Holy Spirit" and "The One Body," which are still being circulated. His son has taken up his mantle as a preacher, and thus the influence of this good man will go on and on to bless humanity and glorify God.

E. N. Glenn.

Gospel Advocate, July 2, 1931, page 824.

Craig, James M.

James M. Craig was born in Garrard County, Ky., August 26, 1851; died at his home in Shelbyville, Ky., September 19, 1940. He was a faithful member of the church for sixty years, being a charter member of the Shelbyville Church. Until illness confined him to his home he missed only two Lord's day meetings of the church in fifty-two years. He was a contractor, and erected the building now used by the Shelbyville Church, in which his funeral services were conducted. He is survived by his companion for sixty-five years, Mrs. Jane Elizabeth Craig, and by the following children: Samuel E. Craig, Manila, P. I.; James R., Coffeyville, Kan.; Roy, Lakeland, Fla.; H. D., Nampa, Idaho; R. A. and Palmer C., Shelbyville, Ky.; Mrs. Lydia Movies, Fern Creek, Ky.; Susan Douglas, Lagrange, Ky.; and Mrs. C. D. Stout, Shelbyville. Three sons preceded him in death. He is also survived by thirty-six grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Brother Craig had been a reader of the Gospel Advocate for many years. Funeral services were conducted by Robert Williams, Cecil B. Douthitt, and the writer. His body was laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery in Shelbyville, Ky.

Allen Phy.

Gospel Advocate, October 24, 1940, page 1031.

Craig, Jane Elizabeth

Sister Jane Elizabeth Craig, widow of James M. Craig and mother of a well-known Kentucky gospel preacher, R. A. Craig, passed away, in her ninety-third year, August 20, at her home in Shelbyville, Ky. Sister Craig was the mother of twelve children, nine of whom survive and all of whom are members of the church. Among her survivors are six sons (Samuel E., James R., H. D., Robert A., Roy O., and Palmer C. Craig), three daughters (Mrs. Holly Morris, Mrs. Joe Douglas, and Mrs. C. D. Stout), thirty-four grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Her long life of nearly ninety-three years had been well spent in Shelby County, Ky., where she was known and loved by all. She had been a faithful member of the church for fifty-four years. Her lovely Christian character and deeds of charity make Solomon's description of a worthy woman fittingly applicable to her. Seldom in the human realm of loveliness does a fairer, sweeter flower ever bloom than that exemplified in the life of Sister Craig. Funeral services were conducted by E. E. Shoulders and

Cecil B. Douthitt in the church's meetinghouse at Shelbyville, and a great many of the large audience followed to beautiful Grove Hill Cemetery, where the mortal body of a worthy woman whose "price is far above rubies" was tenderly placed in its final resting place "for the long, long sleep of death."

Cecil B. Douthitt.

Gospel Advocate, October 9, 1947, page 814.

Craig, John

Brother John Craig was born on December 7, 1878; was married to Sister Loula Derryberry on July 19, 1905; and died on September 27, 1906. John Craig was reared on the farm, and just as he was entering manhood he turned his will power to seek an education, and was a close student, and was successful in teaching school for two or three years in the country for the public. He loved his mother most dearly, and never left home to be gone any length of time without telling her where he was going. He was never ashamed to tell his mother where he had been when he returned home. Of course such a dutiful son as this made a good husband. His dear companion was perfectly devoted to him, and his pupils loved him dearly. He was a good, zealous Christian, and died in the faith. The funeral was largely attended, and many were in deep sympathy with the family. Indeed, this family sustains a great loss. I have known John nearly all his life, and he has always been of good report. May the love and providential care of our Heavenly Father be over and about the dear loved ones who are left behind to tread the path of sadness and sorrow.

F. C. Sowell.

Gospel Advocate, February 7, 1907, page 92.

Craig, Mabel Clare

Mabel Clare Craig, oldest daughter of our Brother W. D. Craig, preacher of the gospel, departed this life on February 22, 1913, at the age of twenty-four years, eleven months, and six days. At the age of twelve years, while her father was holding a meeting, she remarked after the service one evening: "It is strange when the truth is so plain that the people are so slow to accept it." Her father replied: "If the truth is so plain to you, it applies to you as well as the others." The next evening she confessed her faith in Christ and was baptized. From that time she lived an earnest, active Christian life. Like Dorcas, she was full of good works, always thinking, planning, and working some good work. Like Ruth, she trusted God and lived a life of purity and usefulness. Realizing the end was near, she called her father, brothers and sisters, and friends and gave each an affectionate farewell, offered a prayer for all, and asked God to take her spirit into his care and keeping. A pure and beautiful life--a beautifully touching death! She was laid to rest beside her mother near Sumas, Wash., on February 24. "Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God."

J. Madison Wright.

Gospel Advocate, April 17, 1913, page 380.

Craig, Marlin H.

Brother Marlin H. Craig was born in Landersville, Ala., on May 9, 1880, and died on January 25, 1929, at the hospital at Decatur, where he had been taken on the previous Sunday from his home not far from Moulton. Funeral services were conducted at Aldridge Grove, his home congregation, by Brother James R. Greer, of Decatur. Brother Craig had been in the service of our Master since his baptism by Brother T. B. Larimore when he was sixteen years of age. His life had been spent mainly in Lawrence County. Wherever he was for any length of time, he took an active part in the local church work. He was a good instructor in the Lord's-day study of the Bible. He saw clearly Scriptural teaching. While, like all other human beings, he was not without his faults, yet his strong personality was always on the side of right, and he did not hesitate to express his convictions and to act accordingly. Brother Craig was left motherless at the age of six and fatherless at the age of twelve, and knew what it was to struggle into young manhood. Having very high ideals, he educated himself and taught school successfully and served his county well one term as Superintendent of Education. He was married twice, each time to a member of a leading and influential family of the county. His first wife was Miss Maude Alexander, and to them five children were born, one of whom died in infancy. His second wife was Miss Lonna Burch, and to this marriage nine children were born, the oldest of whom is fifteen years of age and the youngest sixteen months. The bereaved mother and children have the deepest sympathy of fellow Christians and of friends and relatives, and the prayers of many a child of God ascend in their behalf. The mother and the older children have a burden to bear which can best be borne only by the help of the Master, and the little ones left need the help of Him who cares for the fatherless. Brother Craig will be long and deeply missed by the members of the Aldridge Grove congregation and the community in general.

Earl M. Hodson.

Gospel Advocate, February 28, 1929, page 212.

Craig, Mary T.

Sister Mary T. Craig, a member of the congregation worshiping at Franklin, Tenn., exchanged her earthly home for a heavenly one, on Jan. 17, 1891. For forty years, or more, she was a faithful disciple of Christ. She was punctual in her attendance, and always manifested a deep interest in the welfare of the church. She loved everybody, and everybody loved her. To know her, was to love her. Many have said, that if the Bible was being written, that her name and deeds would be among those of the noble women which adorn the sacred page. She will be greatly missed in the church and community, and many will long cherish her memory. May God bless the mourning ones.

F. W. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, February 4, 1891, page 69.

Craig, Nancy A.

On February 9, 1908, we laid to rest the remains of our beloved sister, Aunt Nancy A. Craig, after a long and eventful life. Her body rests on Sand Mountain. This is the most picturesque burying place that I have ever seen; it is right on the top of the famous Sand Mountain, overlooking the wonderful little Lookout Valley. Near this burying place Aunt Nancy had lived almost fifty years. Her husband, whose good deeds of charity, sunshine, and love the good people of Dade County (Ga.) well remember, went before her to this mountain home of clay. Aunt Nan was almost seventy-seven years old, having been born on April 26, 1831. She was a member of the church of Christ at Union, in Dade County, for about forty-five years. She took great delight in entertaining the children of the homes which she visited by telling of the trials and hardships of the great Civil War. Since the death of her husband, which occurred about four years ago, Aunt Nan has lived with Brother and Sister Hugh A. Price, and I am sure she has never had a harsh or unkind word from their children. And now may we with fond memories and happy hopes march on toward that happy and eternal home.

R. P. Ramsey.

Gospel Advocate, March 26, 1908, page 204.

Craig, Olivia Florence Joiner

Sister Olivia Florence Joiner Craig moved from her earthly tabernacle into that house not made with hands on January 5, 1933. She was born in Wilmington, N. C., November 7, 1862, and was married to James Lee Craig in 1886. To this union five children were born--two sons and three daughters. Her husband predeceased her several years ago. In 1889 she obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of A. G. Freed, and lived a Christian till death. She was devoted to her family and her friends, but always held the interest of the church above her earthly ties. Just a few weeks before her death she was talking to the writer about the advancement of God's cause, and wept because she was not able to do more for the spreading of Christ's kingdom. All of her children are Christians through her influence. Brother Dan of Walnut, Miss., is a splendid gospel preacher. Brother Troy is teacher of the advanced class in the church in Ripley. "Truly a mother in Israel has fallen." It was impressive to see her sons and sons-in-law bear her body to its last resting place. The high esteem in which she was held was attested by the concourse of friends that gathered to pay their last respects. The writer spoke words of comfort to the bereaved. Her remains were laid to rest in the Tiplersville (Miss.) Cemetery.

E. L. Whitaker.

Gospel Advocate, May 25, 1933, page 502.

Craig, W. H.

My dear husband, W. H. Craig, a nephew of O. T. and Mack Craig (deceased), died on April 10, 1928. He was eighty-three years and six months of age when he passed away. He was born in Franklin, Tenn. He obeyed the gospel when he was about twenty-four years of age, and lived a Christian until death called him home to live with those who had gone on before. He was one among the best Bible students. Not many could surpass him in rightly dividing God's word. He was happiest when trying to show some one the truth. His home was always the preacher's home. He never missed a Lord's-day service if he could possibly get there. He was diligent in admonishing those with whom he came in contact to study and obey God's word. He held up the hands of the little congregation he met with for the last fifteen and a half years, and the last three years he was working so hard to prepare them to carry on God's work. He was so devoted to the cause of our dear Lord and Master that he often gave the last cent he had, not knowing where the next would come from; but God always helps his children. God loves a cheerful giver. I am almost heartbroken, after living with him for almost fifty-eight years, but I mourn not as those who have no hope. I hope to meet him in that city where our Savior has gone to prepare a place for all those who love and obey him.

Mrs. W. H. Craig.

Gospel Advocate, May 17, 1928, page 479.

Craig, William Davis

William Davis Craig, son of O. T. and Anna M. Craig, was born in Franklin, Tenn., on March 20, 1859. He was struck by a train in Tacoma, Wash., on April 14, 1919, from which he died the following day. He was married to Dora Beech, of Williamson County, Tenn., in the spring of 1887, to which union were born four boys and four girls. The wife preceded him to the spirit world about thirteen years, and the oldest daughter, Mabel, about six years. Being of a very quiet, unassuming disposition, he was not so widely known as some who, perhaps, do no more and no greater work than he. While yet in his "teens" he began making talks on Sunday afternoons to those who would gather at the schoolhouse in the hill country of his native county. By these efforts he gradually grew in grace and knowledge of the truth and soon began to reach out into other fields, confining his work almost solely among the poor and unlearned. Not long after marriage he moved to Arkansas, and then, after a year or two, to Mississippi. In these States and West Tennessee he spent a number of years, where he established a number of congregations, teaching the truth to many who never before had heard. Later he lived and labored in like manner in Alabama and Florida. In the fall of 1905 he and family, in company with the writer and family, removed to the State of Washington, where he made his home till the fatal accident. He always lived a poor man among the poor, never seeming to try to accumulate the things of this world, but rather set his "affection on things above," "where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God," "not on things on the earth." The house in which he lived was once destroyed by fire; an appeal was made (without his knowledge) through the Gospel Advocate, and in a short while, having received sufficient funds to replace the very little furniture, he requested that no more be sent to him, but to others more needy. I have labored more or less in the same territory, and found that he was held in high esteem wherever he lived. When John was despondent in prison, he sent two of his disciples to Jesus to ask: "Art thou he that should come, or do we look for another?" Jesus replied: "Go show John again those things which ye do hear and see: the blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them." Brethren, we may not be able, and are not able, to accomplish the healing of all these physical ailments as was the Savior; but by a proper administration of the gospel, the true spiritual remedy, we may be able to heal those, or at least many of those, who are spiritually blind, lame, deaf, or dead, and it is certain that we can see that the gospel, "the power of God unto salvation," is preached to the poor. We are glad indeed to know that though the children are left orphans, they are Christians, and the older ones will do all in their power to be father and mother to the younger. May Heaven's choicest blessings be theirs.

J. A. Craig.

Gospel Advocate, July 10, 1919, page 666.

Craig, W. W.

Brother W. W. Craig departed this life August 31, 1895, at 8 o'clock P.M. This upright Christian man was born in Williamson County, Tenn., in 1817. In the fall of 1845, under the preaching of Jesse B. Ferguson, he made the good confession and started upon that upward walk to eternal life. For fifty long years he made it his chief aim in life to serve his blessed Master. In 1847 he moved to Obion County, Tenn., and in 1884 moved to this state. For a number of years he has been a sufferer with catarrh in his head, but with that patience and fortitude that has ever adorned his Christian character he bore without complaint his sufferings until the summons came and called him to his eternal rest in the presence of his God. I have known him several years, but have never heard one word against him. He was well posted in the Bible, delighted in the Lord's-day service, and was always found at his post of duty. No better legacy could have been left his children and grandchildren than his long life of almost spotless reputation. He said he was not afraid to die. To his sorrowing children and many friends: we must not sorrow as those without hope, for if we all live godly in this present world we shall meet him again where there is life and joy forevermore.

D. R. Hardison., Italy, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1895, page 638.

Crain, Virginia Smith

Virginia Smith Craig was born to faithful Christian parents, John Neal Smith and Josephine Wilkins Mullinicks, in what was then called the Linton Community of Nashville-Davidson County, only five miles from Fairview, Tenn. She was baptized at an early age in the Harpeth River, and during most of her younger years attended the South Harpeth Church of Christ. In addition to being a medical doctor (having practiced in the area where they lived and later in North Nashville), her father was a carpenter, ran a grocery store, and was very active in the church. He did some preaching, and helped to start several congregations.

Sister Crain graduated at the top of her class from the Coleman Brown School, and began immediately to teach school, attending the George Peabody College for teachers in Nashville during the summers. Although she did not teach in public school but for ten years, this training and experience helped her to do a work for which she was far more qualified. That work was to teach Bible classes in the church. As far back as her children remember, she taught classes wherever she attended. First, only small children, then teen-agers, and finally Ladies' classes. She taught a Wednesday morning class at the Park Avenue congregation in Nashville for a number of years, and then a Sunday morning class. Her classes were always among the most popular and always grew.

Albert Lemmons, present minister of the Radnor congregation where she held membership the last five years of her life, and where she taught a Sunday morning Ladies' class for four of those years until ill health prevented her from doing so, said of her, "She knew more Bible, Bible History and Geography than most professors I had in college."

Sister Crain's memorial service was conducted on Monday, March 14 at the Broadway Chapel of Roesch-Patton Funeral Home by Jimmy Dorris, minister of the Brookmeade Church of Christ, and David Joe Spann, youth minister at Vultee Church of Christ and teacher at Ezell-Harding Christian School. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Donna Rodriquez of Costa Mesa, Calif., and Virginia Hooper of Nashville, Tenn., and one son, Sellers S. Crain, Jr., minister of the Old Hickory Church of Christ in Old Hickory, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1983, page 283.

Crane, C. J.

C. J. Crane passed away January 26, and funeral services were conducted by E. W. Clevenger the following Wednesday. Although he was only fifty-two years old, he had accomplished more than most people ever accomplish. He held a responsible position with the Illinois Central Railroad Company, and the faithfulness with which he performed his duties doubtless shortened his life. The family received many flowers and telegrams from his business associates and competitors as expressions of the high esteem in which he was held. The chairman of the traffic commission in an adjoining state wrote: "He was the greatest man that ever appeared before the commission." He was a Christian gentleman in the true sense. He was interested in the growth of the church, and probably he and his wife have done more to spread the cause in Memphis than any other couple here. He always worked where he thought he could do the most good. He never tried to take the lead, but everyone recognized his ability, and his advice was generally sought and followed. He was a man of few words, but what he said meant something. He was a faithful friend, a kind father, and an ever kind and loving husband. He was perhaps the best-loved man in the congregation at Third Street, and will be greatly missed. He was faithful till the end; and while our hearts go out in sympathy to the family, we know they have the assurance that he is at rest.

B. F. Brandon.

Gospel Advocate, April 9, 1942, page 355.

Crane, Lillie May

Lillie May Crane was born May 24, 1889, at Dover, Tenn., the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Green, of Summertown, Tenn. She was married to L. W. Crane, December 19, 1904; departed this life at a hospital in Nashville, January 25, 1933. She leaves her husband and four children. In her childhood home she leaves her father, mother, three sisters, two brothers, and one half brother. Lillie was a member of the church of Christ since early in life. Having died in the Lord, she has the promise of a rest that remains unto the people of the Lord. Her funeral was held at her late home in Summertown, where she spent most of her life, on January 26, conducted by the writer. The large concourse of friends and loved ones, with the profusion of flowers, attest the esteem in which she was held. Mr. Crane is one of the active business men of Summertown, having been in the mercantile business and also a magistrate for a number of years. He has the sympathy of many good friends.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, May 11, 1933, page 456.

Cranford, Elizabeth Bacchus

Mrs. Elizabeth Bacchus Cranford was born April 25, 1834, in Henry County, Tenn., daughter of Asa W. Bacchus, who moved in 1849 with his family to Ouachita County, Ark., where he became first county judge. She taught in public schools capably from 1859 to 1870, and at intervals for many years. She was known and loved by many as "Miss Lizzie." Married in 1870 to H. G. Cranford, she soon became a Christian; with him maintained a devout, Christian home; and was a source of strength and encouragement to him through many years of preaching the gospel. He died December 11, 1911. Sister Cranford continued her lovable personal and Christian activities many years, having remarkable use of all faculties well into the nineties, such as reading her Bible without glasses. With many friends she celebrated her one hundredth birthday with a basket dinner, April 25, 1934. She died September 29, 1935, and was buried by her husband's side at old Whitefield, where they had labored in the gospel many years. She is survived by a sister (Mrs. Susan Criner, aged ninety), three daughters, ten grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted by the writer and Hugh R. Hogg.

Harvey W. Riggs.

Gospel Advocate, May 14, 1936, page 479.

Cranford, Lafayette

With sadness we chronicle the death of Brother Lafayette Cranford, of Walker County, Ala., who, after seven long, weary months of suffering, died May 27, 1896. If my memory serves me, he obeyed the gospel under the preaching of the writer in 1876, while quite young. He was humble, faithful, and useful, fond of music and a great leader in the song service; but he is now singing the songs of "Moses and the Lamb." He leaves a good Christian wife and father and mother and seven brothers and six sisters and a host of loving friends, all made sadder by his death. May the Lord help us all to prepare to meet him in the sweet by and by.

J. H. Halbrook., Trenton, Fla.

Gospel Advocate, July 2, 1896, page 431.

Cranford, L. E.

L. E. Cranford, 76, died Oct. 20, 1996, of a heart attack. He was a minister for the church of Christ, a missionary, a writer and a securities broker. He owned Nashville Securities Company.

Cranford was born Aug. 25, 1920. He married Marjorie Lipps of Paris, Tenn., June 29, 1941.

An Air Force veteran of World War II and architectural draftsman, he helped build Camp Tyson, south of Paris. After the war, he built several houses and worked for Bell Telephone Company.

Cranford has degrees from Freed-Hardemen and Lipscomb universities and George Peabody College.

In 1950 Cranford was retained as associate minister at the Hillsboro Church of Christ. During this time, he worked with B. C. Goodpasture and Batsell Barrett Baxter. In 1953 he was the leader of a group who started a Christian student center near Vanderbilt University to serve the colleges and hospitals in that area.

During the 1950s and 1960s, Cranford made numerous trips to Germany, Poland and Russia. He helped establish the first congregation in Poland. He distributed Bibles in the Russian language throughout Russia and Poland. Cranford and his wife made several mission trips including a mission trip to Egypt.

Cranford also helped start the Bellevue and Northern Churches of Christ in Nashville.

He is survived by his wife; his three sons, Scott and Lee of Nashville and Barry of St. Charles, La.; two sisters, Katherine Garlock of Memphis, Tenn., and Sue Williams of Jonesboro, Ark; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Nashville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, January, 1997, page 44.

Crank, Oura

Sister Oura Crank, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Crank, died on October 18, 1903. She had been a member of the church for a little more than a year, having obeyed the gospel under my preaching. She was loved by all who knew her, and her abiding confidence in God and her desire to learn and do his will in all things will be an inspiration to all her friends. To the bereaved ones I would say: Sorrow not as those who have no hope; your loved one has gone to her reward.

A. O. Colley., Hazel, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, December 24, 1903, page 830.

Crank, Mrs. S. D.

Sister S. D. Crank was born on October 1, 1827, and departed this life on May 18, 1916, having spent eighty-eight years, seven months, and seventeen days on the earth. A number of these years had been spent as a faithful member of the body of Christ. This dear old sister had expressed a desire to leave this world, feeling no fear at all. She wrote on a slip of paper, which she kept in her Bible, long before her death, several statements, among which were, "Gone to rest," and, "She lived a Christian life and died in full hope of a glorious resurrection." Paul says that no man knows the things of man, save the spirit of man that dwells in him. (1 Cor. 2:11.) Our sister's own statements should have more weight than all the eulogies of men; it shows her own spirit's knowledge of her Christian character, the sincerity of which it is possible to hide from others. Sister Crank had two strokes of paralysis during the week immediately preceding her death. She died in the home of her daughter at Conyersville, Tenn. She was of a highly respected family, and leaves behind children that reflect honor on the family history. The writer spoke the message of comfort at the burial of this aged sister in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends.

T. B. Thompson.

Gospel Advocate, July 6, 1916, page 686.

Cravens, J. B.

J. B. Cravens was born on May 16, 1863; died at his home near Hopkinsville, Ky., on January 16, 1907. He leaves a wife and seven children. Brother Cravens had been a member of the Christian Church for about fourteen years, holding membership with the Ninth Street Church until last June, when, in a meeting conducted by the writer, he took membership with the Hille's Chapel congregation. My short acquaintance with him confirmed me in the belief that he was an earnest Christian, and those who knew him better bear the same testimony. The funeral services were held on January 17, at Hille's Chapel, and the body was interred in Hopewell Cemetery.

N. A. Jones.

Gospel Advocate, February 14, 1907, page 108.

Crawford, Addie A.

Sister Addie A. Crawford, of this congregation, was born August 15, 1858, in Effingham, Ill. She was married to W. W. Crawford in 1878, who preceded her in death some nineteen years. She is survived by three children, twenty-one grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Sister Crawford became a member of the church in 1873, when she was fifteen years old, living almost seventy years in the church. She was a grand character. She was an invalid for the last four years, blind during the last year of her life; yet cheerful, patient, and happy, an inspiration to all who knew her. She was a power with her family, was dearly loved by her grandchildren. Until she died she was seemingly the central force around which the entire family revolved, looking to her for counsel and guidance, which she calmly and gently gave. She always talked about the Bible; she loved it and the church. The earth is poorer for her passing, but heaven is richer.

A. C. Grimes., Box 419, McAlester, Okla.

Gospel Advocate, August 26, 1943, page 775.

Crawford, Alice Jameson

Alice Jameson Crawford was born in Brown County, Texas, on December 2, 1879; obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother E. M. Borden in 1900; was married to Brother E. L. Crawford on February 2, 1904; and died in San Angelo, Texas, on April 22, 1908. She leaves a husband, two children, a father, one sister, one brother, a grandmother, and a host of friends to mourn for her, but not as those that have no hope. I have known Sister Crawford for four years. She was strong in the one faith. Brother Crawford is one of our deacons. We hope to meet our dear sister where parting will be no more.

J. D. Shipman.

Gospel Advocate, July 9, 1908, page 442.

Crawford, Harry P.

Died, Jan. 13, at the home of his parents, in Shelby County, Ky., Harry P. Crawford, in the 26th year of his age. The news of this young man's death brings a shadow over many hearts, for in him many have lost a loyal friend. He was bright and genial and full of promise. During his long and tedious illness he clung tenaciously to life, for there was much he hoped to accomplish; but in the rosy morn of his life the grim reaper came and cut the bright buds of hope. He was carefully ministered to by loving hands which were ever ready to shield him, but the time came when no human hand could lend him aid, yet they have the sweet consolation that in that dark hour he was not alone. "For though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil, for thou art with me." In 1883 he confessed his faith in Christ, and the life he has lived was honorable, upright, and pure. "Blessed are they who do his commandments, for they shall have a right to the tree of life, and shall enter into that city whose builder and maker is God."

Gospel Advocate, February 28, 1895, page 143.

Crawford, Mary H.

Sister Mary H. Crawford, wife of Bro. Henry P. Crawford, daughter of William H. and Rebecca A. McBrayer, was born Dec. 19, 1851, in Coosie county, Ala. Removed to Texas with her widowed mother and three sisters in 1866; was married to Bro. Crawford Nov. 6, 1870; obeyed the gospel under the teaching of Bro. Jasper in Denton county, Texas, in 1877. Sister Crawford fell asleep in Jesus Dec. 14, 1892, leaving a sorrowing husband and six dutiful children. Sister C. has been a faithful member of the Wilson Prairie congregation ever since we began to meet. She was always at her place. I never knew her to willingly absent herself from the house of worship. She was very kind and was above an average for evenness of temper and good judgment. She was laid to rest at Wilson Prairie surrounded by a number of sorrowing friends and relatives. Sister Crawford was loved by all who knew her. Our hearts are made sad to see a kind wife and mother taken away from a faithful husband and loving children. But we submit to the will of him who doeth all things well.

J. A. Nall., Wilson Prairie, Tex., Feb. 10, 1893.

Gospel Advocate, March 9, 1893, page 156.

Crawford, Mary Susan

The somber shadow of death has again fallen in our midst. On November 24, 1905, Sister Mary Susan Crawford, relict of Brother G. W. Crawford, quietly and peacefully passed over the river. Her death was sudden and unexpected. She had been in poor health for some time, but no one thought the end was so near. Sister Crawford was born on October 15, 1848, and was married on October 18, 1866. She was a member of the church of Christ, and has, we trust, been reunited with the husband of her youth. To the grief-stricken ones we would say: Sorrow not as those who have no hope, but trust in God and earnestly strive to do his will; and when life, with its joys and sorrows, shall have ended, you can confidently hope to be forever reunited with the loved and faithful ones who have gone before. The funeral services were conducted by the writer, after which the body of our sister was laid in the cold and silent grave, there to sleep in peace till the resurrection morn. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."

Thomas Gewin., Madison Station, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, December 21, 1905, page 815.

Crawford, R. C. (Reuben)

R. C. (Reuben) Crawford died at Lake Shore Hospital, Lake City, Fla., at 5:30 A. M., November 11, from injuries received in an automobile accident near Trenton, Fla., November 10. Brother Crawford, with his wife Vannah Mae, was en route to Trenton to attend a meeting when the left rear tire on the car Brother Crawford was driving blew out, and the car turned over throwing both out of the car. Brother Crawford sustained a fractured skull and failed to regain consciousness. Sister Crawford was painfully injured and admitted to the same hospital. Brother Crawford was the son of the late William Crawford of Lake Butler. He was born December 21, 1879, near Lake Butler and has been a minister of the gospel for about fifty years. He has preached in various parts of the United States and Canada. He has baptized thousands. He was loved by everyone that knew him. Although he ran a store and farmed for some time, he did this as a side line and put his preaching first. He had a nice personality and seemed to be contented with the things he had and with a very bright outlook on life. The funeral was held at Mid Way church of Christ near Lake Butler with burial in the church cemetery. Survivors in addition to his widow include two daughters, Mrs. J. M. Gunn, Tallahassee, Fla., and Mrs. Marie E. Klein, Ocala, Fla. Three sons, Fred C., Ocala, Fla., H. C., Clearwater, and Leon C., Tallahassee, Fla.; one brother Calvin of Winter Gardens and sixteen grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren.

M. J. F. Steen.

Gospel Advocate, December 1, 1955, page 1097.

Creacy, Emmett G.

On November 24, E. G. Creacy of Horse Cave, Ky., fell at home suffering a broken hip. He was hospitalized the same day and had surgery on November 27. His recovery from the surgery was satisfactory and he showed signs of improvement until he developed pneumonia. He passed away Sunday, November 30, at 5:00 A. M. He bid farewell to his faithful wife and a host of friends in Christ to keep the divine appointment of death, from which no man can escape.

Emmett Creacy was born in Hart County, Ky., November 9, 1897. Early in life he became a Christian and began preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ at the early age of 17 years. Over a period of sixty-one years he became known as one of the greatest evangelists and debaters of the church, traveling in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, West Virginia and Tennessee. He was also an effective writer of several tracts and made many contributions to a number of religious papers published by brethren.

Services were conducted December 2 in Horse Cave. A fervent prayer was presented by Allen Phy, and the sermon by the writer. I had been instructed and baptized by Brother Creacy when I was fourteen years of age. Brother Phy also offered some words of consolation at the graveside. Paul Smith closed the service with a prayer. The faithful in Christ turned from the graveside with the high hope in their hearts. "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."

Joseph H. Cox.

Gospel Advocate, December 25, 1975, page 835.

Creacy Joseph H.

Brother Joseph H. Creacy was born on November 28, 1815, and died on March 30, 1905. Just as nature had begun to take on new beauty and life, the flowers and the trees to show forth their sweet fragrance, Brother Creacy went from this land of beauty to that one where the flowers and trees bloom forever. His life had been one of true devotion and absolute submission to the will of Christ as revealed in the New Testament. While yet in his "teens" he was baptized into the body of Christ by Brother John Mulky. He united with the congregation at Bearwallow, Ky., and was an elder there till death. "Thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things." He was an elder that had the confidence of both the church and the world. Every one, so far as I know, believed Brother Creacy to be a Christian; therefore, a good man has gone. He had been a constant reader of the Gospel Advocate almost since its first number. We can truly say to the family; You sorrow not as those who have no hope, since father has only gone before to enjoy that rest that remains for the people of God. The few remaining days you have to remain at the old home, be faithful to God; and when it is your time to be gathered home, you may enjoy the privilege of entering the beautiful gates that lead to the eternal city of God.

T. A. Dunagan.

Gospel Advocate, April 13, 1905, page 236.

Creacy, Ola Denice (Bowles)

Ola Denice (Bowles) Creacy, departed this life on Saturday, July 23, at Glasgow, Ky., at the age of 87 years. She was a graduate of the Summershade Public School, Summer Shade, Ky., April 2, 1915. She received a special certificate of honor for achievement in addition to receiving her diploma. She was united in holy wedlock to the late and venerable Emmett Garvin Creacy, of Horse Cave, Ky., June 10, 1919. J. W. Renean officiated as minister and Mrs. Dollie Branstetter and Martie Renean were honored witnesses on the occasion.

This devoted couple shared their joys and sorrows as one for almost 60 years. They lived most of their lifetime on the old Creacy farm estate near Horse Cave, which had been in the Creacy family for much more than a century. With Ola's willingness to work with Emmett in his freely preaching the gospel of Christ, she manifested faith and demonstrated wisdom in helping him manage the farm so he could book his meetings as the calls came, without thought of what support he might receive from the brethren. Much credit is due to silent dedicated women in the Lord's church, one of which was Ola Creacy. She was Emmett's greatest earthly strength and encouragement as he met the giants of error in public debate. The Creacys loved the truth and no sacrifice was too great for them to make in defense of the truth. They had humanitarian hands and benevolent hearts, in most cases lending heart and hand to the needy without letting "the left hand know what the right hand doeth." (Matthew 6:3.) Most of their earthly estate was left for a humanitarian cause to alleviate human suffering.

Your scribe was honored to deliver the sermon and eulogy, assisted by preaching brethren, J. H. Floyd, Jr., Paul Smith and R. S. Lowe. Sister Creacy's body was laid to rest in the beautiful Horse Cave Cemetery by the side of her late husband who preceded her in death Nov. 30, 1975. We now by faith and hope await the glad day when our corruptible bodies shall be changed "like unto his [Christ's] glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto himself." (Philippians 3:21.)

Joseph H. Cox., 1311 Marret Pl., Louisville, Ky. 40215.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1983, page 567.

Creacy, Sarah Quintilla

One of the quietest, sweetest, and purest human lives I have ever known began on June 2, 1848, and peacefully came to its close on October 16, 1923. This briefly and truly tells the life story of Miss Sarah Quintilla Creacy. It can be said of her that she loved everybody and that every one that knew her loved her. Early in her girlhood days, under the preaching of Samuel A. Kelly, she gave her life to God. For years she was an invalid, but uncomplainingly bore her sufferings. Often she could be found reading the Bible, also the Gospel Advocate andChristian Leader. The Creacy home, with "Aunt Quinnie" and "Aunt Ellen" to entertain, has always had a warm welcome for true gospel preachers. Sister Creacy is survived by one sister, Miss Ellen Creacy, and a nephew, Emmett G. Creacy, a well-known and beloved young preacher, of Southern Kentucky. When Emmett was only five days old, he was left, a motherless infant, to the care of his aunts; and as the subject of this sketch was the older of the two, it was perhaps her motherly care, oversight, and example that helped most to mold and direct Emmett's mind and life in the way of truth. "Aunt Quinnie" will be missed by her loved ones and friends; but her sweet, Christian influence will continue to live in the lives of others.

F. H. Woodward.

Gospel Advocate, December 13, 1923, page 1211.

Creacy, Virginia Ellen

Virginia Ellen Creacy died at her home, near Horse Cave, Ky., Sunday, January 16, 1938, at the age of seventy-five years. She was born and spent her life in the community in which she died. She was the aunt and foster mother of E. G. Creacy, by whom she is survived. She was diligent and faithful in her task of rearing him in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. He was greatly devoted to her, and cared for her tenderly through several years of illness. In this devotion and care Sister E. G. Creacy gladly shared. Sister Ellen Creacy became a Christian early in life and was a faithful member of the church to the end. She lived a quiet, Christian life, and was faithful in her attendance on the services of the church until ill-health made it impossible for her to attend longer. Funeral services were conducted at the home by E. C. Koltenbah, of Indianapolis, Ind.; Ben F. Taylor and F. H. Woodward, of Bowling Green, Ky.; Warren Dunagan, of Cave City, Ky.; and the writer. Burial was in the family cemetery on the Creacy farm.

Allen Phy., Glasgow, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, March 31, 1938, page 310.

Creel, Mary

Sister Mary Creel, beloved wife of M. A. Creel, was born on March 2, 1890, and was called away from this life to her reward in heaven on May 17, 1924. Our sister's maiden name was "Nigg." She leaves her father, mother, three brothers, and one sister, to mourn her death. In her immediate family she leaves a devoted husband and five children--three girls and two boys. Her husband, Brother M. A. Creel, is a faithful gospel preacher, now located at Cullman, Ala. I trust that he and his dear children will be remembered by the churches where he has so faithfully labored in the years gone by. In early youth our dear sister heard the gospel of Christ, believed, repented, and was baptized. Thus she became a member of Christ's body, the church. She loved the church and the pure word of God, and she praised the Lord for his goodness. Funeral services were held at the church of her childhood, at Hanceville, Ala., conducted by the writer. Many friends and loved ones were there to show respect for the dead and sympathy for the bereaved ones.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1924, page 618.

Crenshaw, James C.

Our much esteemed brother, James C. Crenshaw died April 25th after a painful illness of several months, which was borne with patience and Christian fortitude. He leaves a heart-broken wife and four dear children to feel how lonely and desolate life is without his loving presence. He was calm and submissive in the departing hour, leaving his dear ones the comforting assurance that he was ready for the rest prepared by our blessed Savior, whom he strove to faithfully follow in life. He had been an elder in the congregation at Hartsville for a number of years and how sadly we miss his presence and his gentle voice in our meetings. Gentleness and forbearance characterized his actions in all the relations of life. We feel that such are truly the salt of the earth and can but weep when our allwise heavenly Father sees fit to take them to himself. He knows best when the life-work should be finished. We trust his example may ever live in the hearts of his dear children to influence them to lead noble and useful lives.

S. J.

Gospel Advocate, May 23, 1888, page 15.

Crenshaw, J. P.

J. P. Crenshaw died at Forrest City, Ark., May 23. He was en route to Centerville, Tenn. Brother Crenshaw was born in Richmond, Va., November 2, 1890, and came to Roswell, N. M., in 1914, where he obeyed the gospel and was married to Leora Jones. He began preaching in Denver, Colo., in 1918 and has been active in the Lord's vineyard since that time. In the summer of 1956 he suffered a light paralytic stroke from which he recovered enough to lead a life of limited activity. At that time he resigned his work with the church in Phoenix, Ariz., and moved to Roswell, N. M., and purchased a home with the bounty that came from brethren and churches where he had labored. He has been such a help to the work at South Main in Roswell in spite of the fact that he has been away a lot of the time preaching somewhere almost every Lord's day, and he has held several meetings during that time, too. Jon Jones, of Pampa, Texas, assisted in the funeral service at the South Main church building Monday, 26, and John T. Smith, of Lubbock, Texas, spoke for the graveside service in South Park Cemetery.

Fred Custis.

Gospel Advocate, June 19, 1958, page 398.

Crenshaw, Mary

Mrs. Mary Crenshaw was born on October 19, 1845, and departed this life on January 13, 1904. She was baptized into Christ at the age of thirteen years, and was a Christian till the day of her death. On December 24, 1866, she was married to J. M. Crenshaw, and was ever a fond and loving companion. Her husband, seven children, and an aged mother survive her. May they realize that God does all things for the best. She is free from her sufferings now, and is happier far than she could be here. For many years she had been a sufferer from that dread disease, consumption; but she bore her sufferings bravely, and was a patient and loving mother and wife. Everything possible was done for her, but God saw best to take her home. She has only gone on before, and will be waiting to welcome her loved ones on the other shore, where sad partings never come. May we remember that life is short, only a brief pilgrimage, and may we be ready when the summons comes to enter into that rest prepared for the people of God, where sufferings and sorrows are unknown and where "the weary are at rest."

L. F., Hartsville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 3, 1904, page 138.

Cretsinger, Lacie Vernon

Lacie Vernon Cretsinger was born June 14, 1905 and died Jan. 2, 1982. I never knew the man named Abner of whom it was said, "Know ye not that there is a prince and a great man fallen this day in Israel," but I did know brother Cretsinger quite well. I conclude they must have been alike in many ways.

Brother Cretsinger was an elder in the Lord's church at Shady Valley where he took the "oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly." I never knew him to act as "lord over God's heritage," but always was an excellent example to the flock. I have worked with many elders in my 18 years of preaching and brother Cretsinger was among the best. He was an overseer to the flock and a friend to the preacher. He traveled with me often as I worked in gospel meetings among the black brethren as well as the white. I feel a personal loss but am gladdened at the knowledge that another friend and brother has "fought a good fight, finished his course and kept the faith."

V. W. Harris.

Gospel Advocate, March 18, 1982, page 183.

Crews, Felicia Simms

After a few days' suffering Sister Felicia Simms Crews departed this life, at her home in Lawrenceburg, Tenn., on March 17, 1921, aged seventy-three years. Sister Crews was preceded by her husband, Brother D. B. Crews, two years ago. She leaves four sons and one daughter--Billy, James T., John, G., and Frank Crews, and Sister Thomas McArtor. Sister Crews was a most amiable Christian. This was touchingly manifested by the number that called at her home during her short illness. She was a true and devoted mother, always taking a deep interest in the welfare of her children. The interment was at Mount Ararat, preceded by services at the home, conducted by J. E. Thornberry and T. C. King, of the church of Christ.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1921, page 340.

Crews, J. B.

In the passing away of Brother J. B. Crews, a long and active life came to a close, December 10, 1929. He was almost eighty years of age. He was a prominent citizen of his community, having served some fifteen years as a member of the County Court. No higher tribute could be paid to any man than that which we can say of him. He was a true Christian, a good citizen, a faithful friend, a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather. Brother Crews, with the help of a good wife, brought up their children in the way they should go, and he lived to see all of his five children and one stepdaughter, Sister J. R. Hollis, in the church. Funeral services were held at the church of Christ in Lawrenceburg, Tenn., conducted by the writer, with burial at the Freeman cemetery. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, February 13, 1930, page 168.

Crews, Marcus A.

My father, Marcus A. Crews, was born in Lawrence County, Tenn., August 7, 1891. He lived over eighty-three years and departed this life at Gaskin in Walton County, Fla., on February 2, 1975. He was baptized into Christ in 1948 and began preaching the gospel the next year.

Most of his local preaching was in Florida serving at Springfield in Panama City, Highland View at Port St. Joe, South Side in Zephyr Hills, and three different periods at Key West. From January, 1965 through January, 1968 he helped establish the church at Launceston, Tasmania, Australia. From 1959 to 1961 he labored with the Gaskin church, and again from June, 1973 until the time of his death.

Services were held February 4 in the Gaskin building with burial in the Gaskin Community Cemetery. U. L. Allen and Kenneth Cook spoke words of comfort.

He leaves behind his beloved companion of over fifty-five years, the former Alice Unna, and the writer who is minister with Central church of Christ in Norfolk, Va., three grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Mother is now making her home with us.

Stanley D. Crews.

Gospel Advocate, March 13, 1975, page 173.

Crews, Robert Scott

Robert Scott Crews was born on January 9, 1850, and died on January 9, 1914. He had been a member of the church of Christ about thirty-five years. Brother Crews was engaged in handling produce and merchandise and was ever ready to talk Scripture. For some months he had been gradually failing and at times suffered much pain; however, his departure was rather sudden and quite unexpected to all but a few friends, as he was in bed but two days. He talked of his death quite often to his family, and sung "Nearer, my God, to Thee," and "Over Jordan We Shall Meet." He leaves a wife, adopted daughter, her two children, and many relatives to mourn his departure. Brother Crews, when able, attended both the Bible-study classes conducted by the writer and the regular meetings for worship. When called upon in his home, he frequently had his Bible and was ever ready to talk on Bible themes. He was also ever ready to give a reason for his faith therein. After the funeral services in Florence, on January 10, the body was removed to Jackson County, Ala., his old home, for burial.

Isaac C. Hoskins.

Gospel Advocate, February 5, 1914, page 188.

Crews, Teelie Shaffer

Mrs. Thornton (Teelie Shaffer) Crews, born Nov. 25, 1894, died March 2, 1984, in Dallas, Texas. She was the daughter of W. J. Shaffer and Amey Anthony Shaffer. She was married to Thornton Crews Feb. 11, 1912. To this union, eight children were born, six of which survive them. One of this number is a gospel preacher. Thornton Crews died Dec. 11, 1973.

As a team they worked together in local work for more than 50 years. This work carried them into six states. While rearing a large family brother Crews in addition to his local responsibilities managed to hold several meetings each year.

Perhaps I would never have become a preacher but for the encouragement Thornton Crews gave me. I led singing with him in many meetings. The 58 years I have preached the gospel can be attributed in part to the fact Thornton Crews married my sister.

Gilbert E. Shaffer.

Gospel Advocate, October 18, 1984, page 634.

Crick, Julia

Sister Julia Crick was born on June 29, 1830, and died, at her home, in Midland, Rutherford County, Tenn., on June 30, 1903. One of the saddest features of death is the final separation and the breaking up of happy families in this life. In this case an aged husband and three children are left to mourn the loss of a loving wife and a kind and affectionate mother. Sister Crick was a member of the Methodist Church from her early childhood until about twelve years ago, when she heard the plea of the church of Christ--a plea so plain and simple--and took her stand with the disciples of Christ, where she continued true and faithful till the end of her life. She was an invalid for many years, and was confined to her bed for two years. She loved to talk of the home which Christ has prepared for all those who love and serve him, and expressed herself as being ready and willing to die. To the husband and children I would say: Do not delay your obedience to the gospel, but prepare, while time and opportunity are afforded you, to meet God in peace; then shall you meet your loved one in that beautiful home above, where there is no sickness, pain, or death.

Hattie E. Bryant.

Gospel Advocate, November 5, 1903, page 714.

Crim, Mary

Sister Mary Crim was born in Waverly, Tenn., on October 24, 1844, and died in Nashville, Tenn., on October 13, 1905; aged sixty years, eleven months, and twenty days. She leaves eight sons and a large number of friends and relatives to mourn her departure. She had been a member of the body of Christ for a number of years, and died in the triumphs of a living faith. She was buried at Waverly. Funeral services were conducted by the writer.

A. S. Derryberry.

Gospel Advocate, November 2, 1905, page 704.

Crisman, B. C.

The church of Christ at Winchester sustains a great loss in the death of this excellent man. Bro. Crisman was born November 3, 1846, was married September 30, 1875, and died April 1, 1888, leaving a wife and six children, the youngest only five days old, to mourn his loss. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Bro. Marcrom in October 1882, and from then until death exemplified beautifully in his life the benign principles of the gospel. His death throws a cloud of gloom and sadness over the family, but I pray they may look beyond the darkness of the present and behold the bow of God's promise, "I will never leave thee nor forsake thee." "All things shall work together for good to them that love God," and that they "sorrow not as those who have no hope, for if we believe that Jesus died and rose again even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him."

J. D. Floyd., Flat Creek, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, May 2, 1888, page 14.

Criswell, Thomas Abel

Thomas Abel Criswell was born, in Williamson County, Tenn., on May 4, 1839, and departed this life on February 20, 1921. He was married to Miss Cal Rebecca Mosley on August 20, 1866. For fifty-three years they lived a happy life together. Sister Criswell preceded him to the grave, December 2, 1919, at the age of eighty-four. Six children were born to this union, five of whom are now living. Many years ago Brother and Sister Criswell became members of the one body, the church of Christ, and, so far as earthly minds are capable of judging, lived faithful to the end. The writer conducted the funeral service at the Dorris Chapel meetinghouse, in the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing brethren and friends. "Be thou faithful until death, and I will give thee a crown of life."

Fred Blanchard.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1921, page 294.

Crittenden, Nancy

It grieves our hearts to-day to inscribe the death of our beloved friend, Miss Nancy Crittenden, who was born Sept. 3, 1860, and departed this life May 8, 1894, aged 33 years, 8 months, and 5 days. She had that dreaded disease consumption, which stole her young life away. She was buried with Christ in baptism a few hours before she died. She bore her long suffering with meekness and patience. She was not afraid to die, and to the day of her death told her sorrowing friends to shed no tears for her, but to live right and meet her in heaven. May God console her broken-hearted parents, brothers, and sisters, and guide them into the harbor of eternal rest, where she is now peacefully resting in God's everlasting love.

Minnie B. Moss., Prosperity, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June 7, 1894, page 358.

Crittenden, Mrs. M. T.

Sister M. T. Crittenden died April 16, 1895, near Lockhart, Texas. She was born in Montgomery County, Ala., in 1858, and was married to Brother J. E. Crittenden in 1882. She was baptized by Brother J. M. Barnes about three years after her marriage, and lived a devoted life to the day of her death, dying in the triumphant faith of our Lord. A gentleman who has known her from childhood said to the writer; "If there ever were any true Christians she was one." She leaves a husband, four children, and a host of friends to mourn for her. To the bereaved ones we extend our sympathies, and would say, "Sorrow not as those that have no hope," but wait for the coming of the Lord, when we shall meet to part no more forever.

L. F. Cochran.

Gospel Advocate, June 13, 1895, page 380.

Crofford, Margarett T.

Died June 10, 1888, sister Margarett T. Crofford, wife of Bro. A. D. Crofford. Born in Williamson county, Tenn., March 24, 1820, became a member of the church of Christ at Old Green Hill, Limestone county, Ala., in 1850, under the preaching of Bro. J. H. Dunn. Sister Crofford lived a faithful, devoted member of the church, and died in full faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Died exhorting her friends to meet her on the other side of the rolling river. Sister C., left a fond husband and six children to mourn their loss.

Let us all so live that we may meet sister C., in the sweet by and by, is the wish of her friend and brother.

T. L. Weatherford., O'neal, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, August 1, 1888, page 15.

Croom, Adlai Stevenson

Adlai Stevenson Croom went home to be with the Lord on Feb. 16, at Searcy, Ark.

He was born Feb. 20, 1892, at Oxford, Ark., first called Croom's Mill, to Wiley Croom and Sarah Jane Pearson Croom. He was the youngest of 10 children. His father died in 1910 and as was the custom, he stayed home to farm for his widowed mother until he was 21 years old, then proceeded with his schooling, working his way.

He attended Freed-Hardeman College from 1912 to 1914, and was baptized by L. L. Briggance, a professor at the school. He also studied Greek and Hebrew at the Baptist Seminary under A. T. Robertson. He completed his education with a master's degree in mathematics at Harvard University in Boston, Mass. While in Boston he helped commence the first congregation of the Lord's people in that city.

Brother Croom began teaching mathematics at Harper College in Kansas and while traveling for the school to raise money met Margaret Price Harris of Blackwater, Mo., who thereafter came to school and they were married in 1922.

He began preaching in 1914 and continued his preaching throughout his adult life, and except for a time as a young man never accepted remuneration, as it was not needed. He began selling life insurance in 1927 to make a living and support his religious activities.

He felt his best effort, with the help of the Lord, was at Enid, Okla. At the time he went to Enid, the church was meeting in the Seventh Day Adventist building with just a handful. He worked in Enid for approximately 20 years as district manager for the Equitable Life Assurance Society of New York, and although having opportunities for promotion to better positions with Equitable he wished to stay in Enid to establish the Lord's church. There are now two strong congregations in Enid.

He returned to Harding College as business manager until his retirement.

Brother Croom has published over 250 articles in various publications, and has published four books: Christians and War in 1945; The Early History of Harding College; Man's Salvation by God's Grace; and The Second Edition of the Early History of Harding College.

Funeral services were conducted Feb. 19, at the College Church of Christ, Searcy, Ark., with Jimmy Allen and Alan Isom in charge. Burial was at Oak Grove Cemetery in Searcy.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Harris Croom, who is in Leisure Lodge Nursing Home, Searcy; three children, John Adley Croom, an attorney in Edmond, Okla., Dr. William Sterling Croom, Lubbock, Texas; and Sarah Ann Croom Hatch, Boulder, Colo.; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

John A. Croom., Edmond, Ok

Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1985, page 218.

Croom, D. F.

On January 19 of this year my oldest brother, D. F. Croom, of Oxford, Ark., passed from this earth to a better land. He was born in Izard County, near Franklin, Ark., and lived most of his long life in this county. Born on January 20, 1869, he only lacked one day of being eighty-six years old when he died at Palm Springs, Calif. He had been living there with his son, Ralph Croom, for only a few months before his death. "Uncle Dave," as he was familiarly called by those who knew him best, was enshrined in the hearts of his people to an extent known by few men. If he had an enemy in the world I know nothing of it. He had been elder of the church at Oxford and a reader of the Gospel Advocate for more than forty years. Although I was quite young at the time, I can remember his being baptized at the same time as his brother, H. F. Croom, who passed away in 1939 at Tempe, Ariz. I cannot be sure but as I remember the man who baptized them was E. N. George, one of our pioneer preachers. He served the Lord faithfully for approximately sixty years. Among those who knew him best any eulogy of him would be superfluous. His life was his best benediction. While it was hard to give him up, we feel that it was as Paul said, "Better to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord." It will be hard to fill his place in the Oxford congregation but we feel that the influence of his life still lives there and will be a fruitful source of strength to the Lord's work. Farewell, brother, till we meet again.

T. W. Croom., Brother.

Gospel Advocate, June 23, 1955, page 525.

Cross, Malinda

Died at her home near Morganville, Ga., May 22, 1894, Mrs. Malinda Cross, wife of Joel Cross, whom she survived about two and one-half years, aged 67 years. She obeyed the gospel about the year 1860, and lived a consistent Christian life. Her last words were, "I have traveled that glorious path." Her disease was complicated--suffering great, which lasted almost seven weeks. She spoke calmly of death, and often said, "Oh, how sweet it will be when I am relieved of pain, and present with Jesus!" Her only regrets were leaving loved ones to mourn their loss.

E. A. C.

Gospel Advocate, June 14, 1894, page 374.

Crouch, Mary Lou McDowell

Mrs. C. D. Crouch, the former Mary Lou (Mamie) McDowell, was born September 3, 1884, and entered into rest February 13, 1966. A native of Sulphur Springs, Texas, she grew to maturity at Saint Jo, in Montague County, Texas. She was born again into Christ in early life, and remained faithful to her Lord throughout life.

She was married, on January 1, 1913, to C. D. Crouch, a gospel preacher for fifty-seven years. T. B. Thompson said the ceremony. Her husband preceded her in death by nineteen months, lacking three days. He had done located work with churches in Texas, Tennessee, Illinois, Louisiana, Arkansas, Arizona, Mississippi, and Ontario, Canada. Meetings were conducted by him in other states.

Following his death, Sister Crouch made her home in Camden, Tennessee, with her son, Charles E. Ten weeks before her passing she went to live a while with her other son, Brodie, in Shreveport, Louisiana. She died there, in a hospital, following a heart attack. Her funeral was conducted in the church house at Portland, Tennessee, by B. F. Jernigan, a close family friend. Interment was in the Portland Cemetery.

Though somewhat frail in body, she used her strength to God's glory. She loved the beauty in nature and in good music. She was an ardent lover of flowers, and grew dahlias for many years. But most of all she loved the cause of Christ, her home, and the beauty of Christian character. She was one of the gentlest and purest of saints.

Charles E. Crouch.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1966, page 190.

Crouch, Mattie

It becomes my painful duty to mention the death of my much esteemed friend, Miss Mattie Crouch, who departed this life on Sept. the 3rd 1876, at the residence of her grandfather. No more shall we look upon her smiling face, no more shall we speak to her on this earth. Another bright gem has been plucked from our midst, another flower has faded and gone. She no more shall share our trouble on this earth, her pains and troubles have ended, let us not therefore grieve her loss, but only be influenced by her death to prepare for the solemn change that awaits us all. I deeply sympathize with her dear relatives and friends whom she has left behind to mourn her loss.

A. S., Franklin Ky. Sept. 8, 1876.

Gospel Advocate, November 16, 1876, page 1112.

Crouse, G. T.

G. T. Crouse was born in Tennessee on March 22, 1851; was married to M. V. Blackwood on December 19, 1872; and was called home on April 18, 1907, leaving a wife and three children--O. T. Crouse, of Dixon; Miss Nannie Crouse and G. H. Crouse, of this city--to mourn the loss of a true husband and loving father. There are also two brothers and a sister, besides a host of brethren and many friends, that feel heavily the bereavement. Brother Crouse obeyed the gospel under the preaching of David Lipscomb at the Antioch Church in 1876, and shortly after became a member in the Nazareth Church. For several years past he has lived in Kentucky, and has always cast his lot with the loyal brethren, being a firm believer in apostolic simplicity and having no use for modern plans in religion and no sympathy for those who willfully depart from the truth. The funeral took place at his house here in Morganfield, Ky., and the body was taken by train to the old home burying ground near Murfreesboro, Tenn., for interment, and there in the presence of a large concourse of sympathizers all that was left of earth was placed underneath the cold clods. We mourn not as those who have no hope; and with a firm confidence that our brother is with his Lord, we press on in the battles of life, that we, too, may win the never-fading crown.

C. S. Black., Morganfield, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, June 13, 1907, page 382.

Crowder, John R.

John R. Crowder, of Fayetteville, Tenn., died at Nashville, Thursday night, March 17, 1960. Brother Crowder was born at Appleton, Lawrence County, Tenn., November 1, 1884 the son of the late Thomas Campbell and Eliza Conway Crowder. He was married in September, 1907, to Velia Belle Daugherty of Giles County, who survives. He is also survived by a brother, W. O. Crowder, Sr., of Lawrenceburg; four sisters, Mrs. M. D. Harrison of Goodsprings, Mrs. Ethel Boyd and Mrs. Rona Warren of Lawrenceburg, and Mrs. Elmer Chapman of Five Points; one son, the writer, of Nashville; three daughters Mrs. Ennis A. Norman and Mrs. James Porter Clark of Fayetteville, and Mrs. Irvin Gottfried of Nashville; and by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Brother Crowder had been a civic and business leader in Fayetteville and Lincoln County since moving there from Lawrenceburg in1917. From 1902 to 1952 he was a wholesale collector and exporter of raw furs and other country produce. In 1949 he entered radio broadcasting as principal owner of Radio Station WKSR, Pulaski, which he sold in 1951. Since 1950 he had been senior partner and general manager of WEKR, Fayetteville, and since May, 1959, president and part owner of WMCP, Columbia. In 1954-55 he was part owner and director of WHDM, McKenzie. He served as alderman of the city of Fayetteville 1934-38, 1940-42 and 1950-54. He had served the Fayetteville and Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce as president and director and was especially active in recruiting new industry. He was an active member of the church and interested in helping any good work.

G. Paul Crowder.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1960, page 223.

Crowder, Mary Brown Hill

Mary Brown Hill Crowder, 67, Nashville, Tenn., died of an apparent heart attack June 17, 1983.

She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Grady Paul Crowder; twin children, John Paul Crowder of Florence, Ala., and Mrs. Woodie Joe (Joan) Stegall of Huntsville, Ala.; and four grandchildren.

She was baptized March 6, 1927, by Clyde Schacklett at the Chapel Avenue church of Christ.

Mrs. Crowder was a 1935 graduate of David Lipscomb Junior College; a teacher in Davidson County, Tenn., from 1944-47; and secretary for the Hillsboro church of Christ in Nashville from 1951-1973. While working at the Hillsboro congregation, she served Batsell Barrett Baxter and Tom Brown. Her duties involved transcribing, mimeographing and mailing 1,000 of the Baxter sermons delivered at Hillsboro and performing most of the editorial work on the first three volumes of Preachers of Today.

Mrs. Crowder (known to her friends simply as "Brown") was also involved in the WPLN (FM) Nashville talking Library for the Blind, the Meals-on-Wheels program, and served as president of the Lipscomb Patron's Association in the 1950's.

Gospel Advocate, December 1, 1983, page 730.

Crowe, Nancy

Mrs. Nancy Crowe of Statham, Ga., passed from this life August 31, at the age of ninety-one. Sister Crowe, was a faithful member of the church in Bogart, Ga. The congregation here will miss her very much. She was a devoted, dedicated and lovable member. She would often attend the services when she was weak in body. She had the love and respect of all members of the Lord's body here. She was a cheerful giver. Her motives were good, her aims lofty and her steps upright. It is my belief that as Sister Crowe was a jewel here on earth, she will be a jewel in heaven. Services were conducted in the Bogart, Ga., church building by the writer.

B. C. Hogan.

Gospel Advocate, September 23, 1971, page 606.

Crowley, W. W.

W. W. Crowley was born on September 7, 1891; obeyed the gospel, in Fayetteville, Tenn., in 1908; joined the United States Navy on July 21, 1912; lost his life while bathing, near Norfolk, Va., on June 23, 1918. His remains were brought to his former home, at Fayetteville, and buried in Rose Hill Cemetery on June 29. He made a fine soldier and was rapidly forging to the front. He was gunner for a long while on the Minnesota, and had just been transferred to the Pennsylvania, with promotion. His letters to his mother, Mrs. Belle Crowley Vickers, show that his faith in God and the power of his word never lessened. "Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.

T. C. Little.

Gospel Advocate, October 17, 1918, page 1000.

Crowson, Herbert V.

Herbert V. Crowson, eldest son of Brother and Sister A. J. Crowson, of Brownsboro, Ala., departed this life on June 10, 1914, after a continued illness. Herbert was born into the Crowson family on April 11, 1893; was born into the family of God on April 15, 1914; and was devoted and faithful to Christ until the time of his death, and only craved to live that he might do more in the vineyard of our Lord. The writer assisted him in his obedience and conducted the memorial service. His body was laid to rest on June 11, in the Shiloh cemetery, in the presence of a large and sorrowing concourse of the best people of his acquaintance. He leaves the father and mother, two brothers and two sisters, and a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn his death; but they should not weep as those who have no hope. We do not doubt that his obedience and fidelity to the Christ entitle him to the promise of Rev. 2:10: "Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life."

J. D. Jones.

Gospel Advocate, September 17, 1914, page 994.

Crowson, Mary E.

Sister Mary E. Crowson died at the home of one of her sons, at Brownsboro, Ala., on March 31, 1916, at the age of seventy-four years. She was a member of the church of Christ about fifty years, and we are sure that much good has been accomplished through her efforts to bless the world and honor God. I have known her about thirty years, and during my entire acquaintance with her she was afflicted, and a more patient sufferer I have never known. With patience and Christian fortitude she endured her affliction, and to the extent of her ability she was a faithful worker for the Lord. Her devoted and faithful Christian husband departed this life about ten years ago, leaving her and seven children to mourn their loss, and now the children can but testify that mother also is gone; and while these dear ones think of father and mother with tears and heartaches, we feel to say: Weep not as those who have no hope. Our Lord says: "Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life." (Rev. 2:10.) We believe that Brother and Sister Crowson were faithful to Christ until the time of their death, and by faith we say of them: "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord: . . . that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them" (Rev. 14:13.) After the funeral service, conducted by the writer, and attended by a large congregation of neighbors, friends, and relatives, the body of Sister Crowson was laid to rest in Shiloh Cemetery, near Brownsboro, Ala., to await the resurrection morn, to meet her blessed Savior and loved ones gone before, where sad partings come no more.

J. D. Jones.

Gospel Advocate, September 14, 1916, page 934.

Crozier, Lillie B. Merritt

Lillie B. Merritt Crozier died Sept. 15, 1995. She was 94.

She and husband Frank Merritt, who died in 1950, had five sons and one daughter, all active church workers.

In 1953, Crozier moved to Abilene, Texas, where she was a member of the University Church of Christ.

Her house was adjacent to Abilene Christian University, and she rented rooms to ACU students. She worked in the office of the Christian Chronicle in its early years and worked for many years in the bookstore across from ACU.

She married C. C. Crozier of Abilene in 1971. Crozier preceded her in death in 1990.

Mrs. Crozier lived with her daughter, Kathleen, in Little Rock until her death.

Crozier is survived by her daughter; four sons: Norman of Scottsdale, Ariz., and Jake, Bryon and Allen, all of Abilene; two brothers; two sisters; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Besides her husbands, she was preceded in death by a son, N. F.

Little Rock, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, February, 1996, page 45.

Cruickshank, Hugh

It is with deep sorrow that we have to report the death of our esteemed brother, Hugh Cruickshank, who passed away very peacefully on Saturday, October 16, in the eighty-first year of his age. Funeral services were conducted by Brother William Johnson. Brother Cruickshank was a native of Buckie, Scotland, and joined the church there forty years ago; but after fifteen years of fellowship he emigrated to America, where, with the exception of several visits he paid to the homeland, he was separated from the brethren he loved, in spite of which he remained faithful to the end, and remembered with joy the privilege he had of entertaining, among many others, such eminent brethren as Launcelot Oliver, George Collin, and T. K. Thompson. His proud boast was that he had lived to see four generations, three of whom were earnest followers of his Lord. Truly can it be said of him: "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord; for they rest from their labors, and their works do follow them."

R. Johnson.

Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1920, page 1110.

Crum, Carrie Snow

Mrs. Carrie Crum (nee Snow) was born, near Braggs, Ala., on August 7, 1861, and died, at her home in Farmersville, Ala., on January 1, 1904. She was married, to Mr. Abe S. Crum, on January 18, 1883, into whose home she brought happiness and cheer until her death shrouded it in gloom. She was a faithful, devoted wife, and looked well "to the ways of her household." She was baptized, by Dr. Thomas Adams, in 1887, and remained a loyal member of the church of Christ till death. Her untimely death was caused by an abscess of the stomach, and during the past few years her life was more or less a battle against disease. Her last illness was brief, but severe. She suffered untold agonies; yet she bore her sufferings with great fortitude, no impatient murmur ever escaping her lips. She seemed to forget her own sufferings in thinking of her husband, whom she was soon to leave bereft, for God had denied them the blessing and comfort of children. She tried more than once to quote to him the words of Jesus to his disconsolate disciples; "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me." She was perfectly resigned to the will of God, and as she drew near "the valley of the shadow of death" she said: "I am in the hands of my Savior." A devoted husband, kind friends, and skillful physicians did what they could, but all in vain; while under the surgeon's knife, as the last resort, she unconsciously passed into the presence of the great Physician, who can heal all diseases. Those who mourn her departure sorrow in hope of a joyous meeting "in the sweet by and by." May they find consolation and sweet peace in Him who was sent "to bind up the broken-hearted" and "to comfort all that mourn."

Gospel Advocate, April 28, 1904, page 266.

Crum, Irving Maywood

Irving Maywood Crum was born at Antioch, Ohio, January 9, 1878. He departed this life December 1, 1955. Some of his earliest work was in the field of teaching. Soon he abandoned this to begin work in the offices of the Baltimore and Ohio Railway in Wheeling, W. Va. Before leaving Antioch he was married to Miss Mary Alice Finch, who survives him. To this union four children were born, two of whom survive. In 1907 Brother Crum moved to Birmingham and soon entered the construction business, where he achieved considerable success. From the first he vigorously identified himself with the work of the church. Although his activities took him far and wide he never missed prayer meeting, Bible study or the meetings of the Lord's day. He was a charter member of the West End Church, where he served long as an elder. During his connection with this congregation he taught one class for forty-three years. He also saw the work grow from one congregation to something like thirty. He helped start most of these churches, and in many instances built their meetinghouses. He was a fine Christian gentleman and an admirable elder. He was widely loved. The church will keenly feel his loss. Funeral services were conducted from the meetinghouse of the West End Church. The writer was assisted in the services by John T. Lewis, who had been associated with Brother Crum in the work of the church for forty-eight years. In a great concourse of friends the body was laid to rest in beautiful Elmwood Cemetery. We confidently expect to meet him in that better country.

C. A. Norred.

Gospel Advocate, December 22, 1955, page 1170.

Crum, John B.

John B. Crum was born at Antioch, Monroe County, Ohio, November 15, 1887; passed at Maggee Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pa., July 2, 1939, following an illness of several months. In October, 1919, he was united in marriage to Mary O. Brown, who survives him. Five sisters and three brothers survive: Mrs. Ira Dean, Redlands, Calif.; Mrs. Ida Hudson and Mrs. Lilly Harper, Beallsville, Ohio; Mrs. Dorothy Jones and Mrs. May Neiswonger, Akron, Ohio; I. M. Crum, Birmingham, Ala.; Wade H. Crum, Mobile, Ala.; and Rubert Crum, Canton, Ohio. During his first meeting in Pittsburgh, Foy E. Wallace, Jr. baptized Mr. and Mrs. John B. Crum. Brother Crum became a leader in the Oakland Church, his efforts having weighed largely in the church becoming well established. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by John Fairs Nichols.

W. A. Henry.

Gospel Advocate, March 7, 1940, page 239.

Crum, Olivia

Mrs. Olivia Crum was born on February 10, 1862; was married, to W. E. Crum, on December 19, 1879; and died on June 9, 1904. Her husband had been from home for a number of days, engaged in a series of meetings in Memphis, Tenn.; while she, the faithful co-worker, remained at home and cared for their little ones. She and the three little ones retired to rest on Wednesday evening in their usual health. On Thursday morning the eldest son, at home, tried to wake her; but failing in this, he called the family physician, who found her dead. Heart failure, with which she had long been threatened, caused her death. Of her it may be truly said: "She hath done what she could." For twenty-four years she toiled through weary days and kept the vigils of the night, that her husband might go forth and preach the gospel. Who shall say that, in the great day of final accounts, she will not be credited with at least half of what he had been able to accomplish? She was a conscientious Christian, a faithful wife, a devoted mother, a thoughtful daughter, a kind and helpful neighbor, and was honored and beloved for her many virtues by a large circle of friends. May God's mercies rest upon the desolate home and cheer the sorrowing hearts of the bereaved husband and motherless children until he shall call them home, never to part again. May they cherish her memory and emulate her virtues, that they, like her, may "be ready when the Lord shall come."

W. A. Crum.

Gospel Advocate, July 14, 1904, page 445.

Crumbliss, Nell (Loving)

Mrs. Nell (Loving) Crumbliss was born at Richard City, Tenn., October 3, 1892, and passed away on March 3, 1968, at Macon, Ga., after a brief illness. She was the widow of Sewell H. Crumbliss who had preceded her in death eight years earlier. She had been a resident of Macon for thirty-eight years. Four children survive her: Miss Lennie Rose, Joe, Jim, and Raymond. She is the last of ten children of her parents. In 1908 she was one of twenty-seven persons who responded in a Methodist meeting, and was the only one of the group who insisted on being immersed. Nevertheless, some questions having arisen in her mind, she was baptized in strict accord with the Scripture by Oliver Cunningham in Macon in 1942. She was a steadfast member of Central church for more than twenty-five years, and at the time of her departure had been a member at Shurlington church for more than a year. The love and the good repute in which she and her family were held by the church and the community was evidenced by the scores of floral arrangements at her funeral and by the constant stream of callers who came to share her family's sorrow. Don Latham, preacher at Shurlington, spoke words that were both touching and appropriate in the memorial service. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery, Macon, on March 5.

Raymond H. Crumbliss.

Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1968, page 223.

Crumbliss, Raymond Howard

Raymond Howard Crumbliss, 90, a minister of the church of Christ for more than 50 years, died Oct. 20, 2000.

Beginning in 1940, he served as minister for the Strathmore Boulevard Church of Christ in Toronto for four years and directed the Omagh Bible School in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, for several summers.

From 1943 to 1954, Crumbliss worked with two congregations in the Birmingham, Ala., area--Tarrant and Woodlawn, now known as Roebuck Parkway Church of Christ.

From 1954 to 1960, he was the minister of a congregation in Tuscumbia, Ala. Crumbliss and his family returned to Tennessee in 1960 and worked in the Chattanooga area for 20 years with the Red Bank, Lake Hills, White Oak and East Side congregations. He retired from full-time preaching in 1979.

He was in the 1956 centennial issue of the Gospel Advocate as a member of the 100 Cub and was a regular on the weekly "Know Your Bible" TV program for 20 years.

Crumbliss was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel, in 1985. He is survived by two daughters, Rosemary Sauter of La Mesa, Calif., and Judy Crumbliss of Brentwood, Tenn.; one son, Joseph Crumbliss of Abilene, Texas; and six grandchildren.

Brentwood, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, January, 2001, page 45.

Crump, Denar

A life of faith, love, and prayer, ever looking unto the eternal home, is the most beautiful, most admirable, and most noble of all. Such a life ended in the death of Brother Denar Crump, of Haynesville, La. Brother Crump was born on July 13, 1886, and died on December 19, 1918. He was the son of M. N. and Alice Crump, of Haynesville. He hardly knew what it is to have father and mother, for he was left an orphan when he was only a lad of five years. He was married to Georgia Ware, of Haynesville, on September 11, 1904, and leaves her here to mourn her great loss. They had no children, but they had a happy home. One bright day in August, 1913, these two were baptized into the body of Christ, and from that date they were true coworkers in Christ. Brother Crump was a faithful Christian, a good citizen, and a loving companion. He had as few enemies and faults as any man we know here. His good wife is very sad and lonely. May our Heavenly Father watch, guard, guide, protect, and comfort her. Our lamented brother also left a number of brothers, sisters, and other near relatives, together with a host of friends to grieve over their great loss and to rejoice in the noble life which was finished as such a glorious consummation.

O. E. Billingsley.

Gospel Advocate, June 12, 1919, page 575.

Crump, Fannie

Sister Fannie Crump was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Newton Morgan, both of whom preceded her to the beyond several years ago. She was about sixty-two years of age at the time of her decease. She leaves behind a son and daughter, one sister, and many relatives and friends. Sister Crump was in the true sense a Christian. Many years ago she confessed Jesus as Lord, and, through storm and sunshine, was loyal to that confession, sacrificing and serving for the good of others, spending and being spent in the Master's vineyard. Truly, a mother in Israel has answered the call: "Here, Lord, am I." It was my happy privilege to be associated with our sister in three church activities for some twenty years, and the touch of her influence was helpful and uplifting. Sister Crump was never strong physically, hence labored under a great handicap, and therefore her labor at times was by sheer will power. Possessed to a marked degree with that sweetest and most precious of all gifts, a meek and quiet spirit, she cared little for the glittering glory of the world. Surely such a life has not been lived in vain, but will be measured with those "which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb." To the dear hearts, made lonely by the separation now, I point you to Him who comforted the hearts of Mary and Martha, and who said: "I am the resurrection, and the life." On Monday, April 26, 1926, at 3 P.M., at the Twelfth Avenue church house, in the presence of a large gathering of people, W. Silas Moody and Lytton Alley conducted the funeral service, after which the remains were laid to rest, under a bed of fragrant flowers, in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Lytton Alley.

Gospel Advocate, May 20, 1926, page 479.

Crump, Mildred B.

Mildred B. Crump (nee Bullock) was born on July 3, 1824, and died on March 26, 1904. She was twice married, and since the death of her second husband she had lived in our home. She obeyed the gospel at the age of eighteen years and was ever afterwards a consistent Christian, devoted to the body of which she was a member. For several years she had been in a feeble condition, physically, suffering greatly from a diseased heart; but she bore her sufferings with patience and fortitude. She said to me: "I do not fear to die, but I dread the struggle with death." I am thankful to our kind Father, who ever watches over us, that she fell asleep in Jesus as peacefully and gently as a little child falls asleep in its mother's arms.

Mary E. Woodson., Bethpage, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June 30, 1904, page 410.

Crump, William

William Crump, son of John and Mary Davis Crump, was born on May 18, 1856, in Sumner County, Tenn., and departed this life on March 30, 1925, at Nashville, Tenn. He was married to Annie Elizabeth Morgan on May 1, 1877. This union was blessed with twelve children--seven boys and five girls. Of this large family, the mother and seven children still survive. Brother Crump was a remarkable man in many respects, chief of which was his lovable personality, which drew a host of friends to him and held them with an imperishable bond. His faith in the promises of God was an outstanding virtue of his godly life. No man believed stronger than he in the all-sufficiency of the word of God, and it was his privilege to serve Jehovah through storm and sunshine for more than fifty years. He was baptized into Christ in early life by Dr. Hobson, at Cottontown, Tenn. A pillar in the church of God on earth has been removed to find a place in the eternal tabernacles of His heavenly kingdom. May His almighty arm support those who are bowed under the burden of grief and sorrow till Jesus shall wipe all tears away at the happy reunion "over there." Lytton Alley and H. Leo Boles conducted the funeral service at the Twelfth Avenue church house in the presence of a large assemblage of sorrowing and sympathizing friends.

Lytton Alley.

Gospel Advocate, May 28, 1925, page 526.

Crutcher, Roy Ward

Roy Ward Crutcher was born in Madison, Ala., February 10, 1901, the son of A. B. and Nannie Crutcher. He departed this life in Nashville, Tenn., August 28, 1976, following a heart attack.

Memorial services were held at the West End church in Nashville on the afternoon of August 29. The funeral was conducted the following day in Shreveport, La.

Brother Crutcher was a resident of Shreveport for some fifty-four years. He was a charter member of the church in Shreveport and for forty-five years served as an elder.

In 1924 he was married to Irma Merryman. To this union was born one son, Wilfred, who survives. Sister Irma died in 1970. On August 21 Brother Roy was married to Mrs. Frances Hill of Nashville, Tenn. In addition to his son, other survivors include his widow, three step-sons, Edwin Hill of El Paso, Texas, William Hill of Canada, and Jack Hill of Nashville, Tenn. Also surviving are a brother, Edwin P. Crutcher, and a sister, Mrs. Pauline Gee, both members of the Lakeshore congregation in Shreveport, La.

Brother Crutcher loved the church. He was a good Bible student. He felt keenly his pastoral responsibility and pursued his righteous course unto the end.

Homer Putnam Reeves.

Gospel Advocate, October 28, 1976, page 703.

Crutchfield, Coston

Coston Crutchfield was born on March 2, 1874, and died on January 4, 1908. He leaves a wife, a father, a mother, and three sisters to mourn his loss. A broken column most fittingly represents the untimely death of a man in middle life, when it was so desirable to live and when the work to be done had but just commenced. It is indeed painful to know how impossible it is to silence with words the grief of the young wife. But what a glorious thought that, if she will live faithful and true, she will meet Coston on the other shore! May God comfort all his relatives. So, therefore, dear parents, weep not for him as though you would have him back again; but, instead of weeping, look up with eyes of faith to our Heavenly Father and double your energies to serve him, and in the "sweet by and by" all will be reunited and happy again.

Alice Crutchfield.

Gospel Advocate, March 19, 1908, page 188.

Cudd, Thomas E.

Thomas E. Cudd, 81, died June 14 in Abilene, Texas.

He is survived by his wife, Ellen Faye Ferrill, of Abilene, whom he married Oct. 19, 1933; one son, Tim Cudd, Bridge City; one daughter, Jane McMullin, Abilene; five grandsons; and one great-grandson.

The funeral was conducted June 5 by Royse Clay, Curtis Camp, Perry Cotham and Donald McMullin at the Elliott-Hamil Funeral Chapel in Abilene.

Gospel Advocate, July, 1992, page 37.

Cullum, David C.

On the morning of the 28th of May, Bro. David C. Cullum, of Sycamore, Tenn., whilst at his post on the line of labor at the Sycamore Powder Mills, met with a terrible accident, which took him away a few hours later. He was foreman of the powder line, and labored in the graining mill, the last mill through which the powder passed until glazed for use. The mill had been running nicely about fifteen minutes, and was a mill of the latest improvement, being made of copper, brass and zinc, non-fire producers. He was standing in the door of the house, watching the work, when suddenly from some cause unknown, he saw a flash, and broke to run, but alas! to no avail. The flash of twenty-eight hundred pounds of powder soon told the story. The house was blown to atoms and the fragments strewn around him. His clothing being deeply saturated with powder, burned off him almost in the twinkle of the eye. He fell about twenty-five yards from where he started, and when found, was upon his hands and knees, calling upon the Lord. He was completely roasted alive, being burned from the crown of his head to the tops of his shoes. Five of our best physicians and a surgeon from Nashville were called to his relief, but his wounds were past their healing, so, after ten hours of the most terrible suffering, the Lord released him from his pain, and his spirit took its flight to the Lord who gave it. He was born January 23, 1837, departed this life May 28, 1891, being, at the time of his death, 54 years, 4 months and 5 days old. He was a good citizen, a good neighbor, a good father, a good husband and a good Christian. He was one of the elders of the little band worshiping at that place. He leaves a heartbroken wife, eight children, with a host of relatives and friends to mourn his loss here. "For I reckon that the sufferings of this time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us." "There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God, let us strive to enter into that rest."

R. W. Norwood., Ashland City, Tenn., June 4, '91.

Gospel Advocate, June 17, 1891, page 371.

Cullum, Ida

It is my painful duty to announce the death of another valiant soldier of the Lord, Sister Ida Cullum, wife of Brother J. H. Cullum. Sister Ida was born July 26, 1873, and departed this life Jan. 30, 1895. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of the writer in September, 1887, and lived a devoted Christian the rest of her days. Not seeing or knowing but little of her after I baptized her, I made inquiry as to her Christian life, and all who knew her, both in and out of the church, spoke in the highest terms of her. The life she lived is far superior to the wealth of Vanderbilts. If all who come into the church would make the same effort to live the Christian life that they do to accumulate wealth, there would be a unity among the churches. Sister Ida was a kind woman, a devoted wife, and leaves a husband and one infant to follow after her. We would say to the members of New Hope church, of which she was a member, that you have lost a devoted member of your body, and one worthy to be imitated in precept and example. May the husband continue to live the Christian life, and raise his child to so live and act as to meet its mother in the paradise of God.

J. P. Grigg.

Gospel Advocate, July 18, 1895, page 461.

Cullum, Norma Louise

Norma Louise Nunnally was born in the State of Mississippi on June 21, 1891. On December 15, 1907, she was married to J. A. Cullum, at Grandview, Texas. To this union three children were born, two of whom, one boy and one girl, survive. Sister Cullum was baptized by Brother W. K. Rose, at Rome, Texas, in 1909, and from that date to the day of her death (January 1, 1920) she lived in the faith. Brother Cullum has done much gospel work in Memphis, Tenn., and Sister Cullum greatly endeared herself to those who knew her here. She was known for her devotion to the truth and for her unselfish spirit. Her life was an encouragement to Brother Cullum. May the memory of her life be an inspiration to him. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, at Cordova, Tenn. Brother E. C. L. Denton and Brother F. L. Paisley, both of Memphis, were present and assisted at the services. Sister Cullum had asked that one of the songs at the services should be "God Will Take Care of You." This song was in keeping with her faith. May the blessings of the Father of mercies rest upon the sorrowing and sanctify their grief to their eternal glory.

C. A. Norred.

Gospel Advocate, January 15, 1920, page 64.

Culp, James C.

James C. Culp died on January 28, 1925, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Fultz, in Eagle Mills, Ark. He was born in Alabama on July 20, 1837, and moved with his parents to Arkansas in 1840. He married Miss Jane Chambliss in February, 1861, and to this union two girls were born, one dying in infancy. He became obedient to the Lord in 1861, being baptized by a Methodist preacher. He was always satisfied with his obedience to the gospel, and was a regular attendant at the Salem church of Christ, his wife, who died fifteen years ago, being a member of the Salem church. He sought membership with the Salem church, but refused to be reimmersed. He went through the Civil War and served his beloved Southland with honor. He was an honored member of the Masonic order. "Uncle Jim" Culp (as he was familiarly known) was honored and loved by all who knew him. He was eighty-eight years old at death. He died suddenly at night in his bed, apparently without a struggle. He leaves a daughter, five grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren, with numerous other relatives and friends, to mourn his death. A Christian has entered into rest. His family lost a dear father, and I a true and beloved friend. The writer conducted the funeral, and the Masons buried his mortal body.

John A. Cook.

Gospel Advocate, July 23, 1925, page 713.

Culp, Nell Cox

Nell Cox Culp was born August 24, 1894. She was married to the writer January 16, 1910. To this union were born six children. Sewell, Rebekah, James, Mary Nell, Tony and Latney. She lived to see all six children graduate from high school, all become Christians, marry and take their place in the affairs of this world. The four sons entered and survived the last world war. She lived a Christian life for forty-one years. Her home was often the home of the preacher. She made many friends and knew how to keep them. She was much loved by the young people who were so often entertained in her home. She was a beautiful character and a beautiful woman. If she ever lost a friend I never knew it. She never forgot an important day in the life of her friends, such as birthdays, Mother's Day and Father's Day. And she saw to it that I did not forget our anniversary. During her few months' illness she never despaired and kept a welcome smile for all who attended her bedside. She did not complain or find fault with her doctor and nurses and she received the very best of attention. It was her desire to choose her own casket some time before leaving us. And she requested her four sons and two sons-in-law to bear her casket. The wonderful display of flowers both during her illness and at the funeral, indicated the esteem in which she was held by her friends. S. P. Pittman, Romie Black and Don Kester made appropriate talks at Cross Roads Church. Mrs. Culp has said, "I meant well, I loved much and failed often." Brother Pittman made impressive comments on these words. It was estimated that fifteen hundred people were present at the funeral. She died July 6 and was laid to rest in Belview Cemetery, July 8, 1951. Of her N. B. Hardeman said, "Sister Nellie was a fine woman and all who knew her surely loved her." She is survived by six children, thirteen grandchildren and the one who knew and loved her best, her husband.

L. M. Culp.

Gospel Advocate, December 6, 1951, page 781.

Cummings, Bob

Cummings, Mary

On December 11, 1941, at the age of eighty-five, Uncle Bob Cummings, of Belfast, Tenn., passed to the great beyond. On July 20, 1942, the gentle spirit of Aunt Mary, his devoted wife, followed him into eternity. They are survived by three sons and one daughter, five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. When Uncle Bob was nineteen years old, he married Mary Petty, who was seventeen. She was the sister of C. Petty, a faithful gospel preacher, who passed several years ago. Uncle Bob and Aunt Mary were members of the church before their marriage in 1874. They lived together for sixty-six years. They had been readers of the Gospel Advocate as long as anyone now living can remember. Their home was a place of welcome for gospel preachers.

James M. Benson., Tallassee, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, March 11, 1943, page 234.

Cummings, David

On April 27, 1964 a faithful soldier of Christ laid his armor by and passed on to his eternal reward. David Cummings was born in Oden, Ind., February 15, 1869. He lived a long and useful life as a gospel preacher and farmer. He had lived most of his ninety-five years in Texas--at Dallas, Laketon, Wheeler and Panhandle, Texas. He became a Christian in 1892, and in the early 1900's he began preaching the gospel. When asked how he began preaching Brother Cummings replied that someone needed to preach the glad message. He married Miss Carrie Lea in Denton in 1892, and to this union thirteen children were born. Ten children and Sister Cummings survive him. Other survivors are forty-nine grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren. A remarkable thing about this large family is that its members have followed the worthy example and teachings of Brother and Sister Cummings. All the children and their companions are faithful members of the Lord's family, and most all the others. Because of the help and wonderful cooperation of Sister Cummings and the family Brother Cummings was able to answer many calls to preach the gospel in destitute places. Many lives were blessed by the teaching and preaching of this servant of the Lord. The writer spoke words of comfort at the Panhandle church of Christ. The body was laid to rest in the Panhandle Cemetery, Panhandle, Texas, where he had lived many years.

E. R. Carver.

Gospel Advocate, June 18, 1964, page 399.

Cummings, Louisa

Mrs. Louisa Cummings, wife of W. L. Cummings, on October 29, 1920, left her husband, three daughters, and one son, and went to the home where changes never come. She was the youngest daughter of "Aunt Betsey Biggers, of blessed memory, and obeyed the gospel about the time she was grown; and not long after her obedience she was married to Brother Cummings. She was a home-keeper, for she was always at home. She loved her home. She was a good wife, a good mother, a good neighbor, and a good friend. But she has finished her work on earth, her toil is ended, and thus comes rest to the weary. While she never lived near so that she could attend church often, her faith abode in her Savior to the end. But all is over now, and we will see her no more here, and can only say farewell till in the sweet by and by we can meet again.

C. Petty.

Gospel Advocate, November 25, 1920, page 1156.

Cummins, John O., Dr.

Funeral services for Dr. John O. Cummins, 89, a retired dentist, held April 16, at Jefferson Avenue Church of Christ, with Glen McDoniel officiating. Burial was in Smyrna Cemetery.

Dr. Cummins, a native of Jackson County, died suddenly Wednesday, April 14, 1982, at his home at 342 Cherry Street. He was the son of the late Jubel Herdon and Genevra Thruman Cummins.

Dr. Cummins was educated in Jackson County schools and graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1915, the year he started his dental practice in Cookeville and which he practiced for over 60 years. He served as an elder at Broad Street Church of Christ and Jefferson Avenue for many years, retiring on his 80th birthday.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Edwina Cummins of Cookeville; three daughters, Mrs. Josiah Donnell and Mrs. Robert Hargrove, both of Nashville; and Mrs. B. S. Luckhardt of Phoenix, Ariz.; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Jim Hanson; two step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Guille Prehn and Miss Mary Cummins, both of near Cookeville; a brother, Henry Cummins of near Cookeville; and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Carl Cummins. A four-year-old son, John O. Cummins Jr., preceded his father in death in 1924.

Gospel Advocate, May 20, 1982, page 312.

Cummins, M. W.

Died at his residence in Jackson county, Tenn., Feb. 1st, at 9:35 P.M., Elder M. W. Cummins, aged 66 years and 6 months. He was born in North Carolina, in 1820. His father soon afterwards moved to Rutherford county, Tenn., where the early boyhood of the deceased was spent. From there the family moved to Roaring River, Jackson county, and they remained until he was about 19 years old, from there they moved to Blackburn's Fork of Roaring River, where he lived until the time of his death, excepting five years he spent in Overton county.

The deceased has been a faithful, consistent member of the Christian church for many years, which body he served as an elder, with prayerful diligence. He was kind to the poor, let no sufferer go unrelieved when in his power to tender the needed assistance, unless known to be an undeserving character.

May the Lord help all those that are left to so live that they may meet him where parting shall be no more.

J. B. Cummings.

Gospel Advocate, March 16, 1887, page 175.

Cummins, William G.

William G. Cummins was born in Jackson County, Tenn., on February 24, 1837; obeyed the gospel in 1861; was married to Miss Irene Sims, of Putnam County, Tenn., on April 12, 1871. Four children were born to this couple. One died in infancy; three (Claude Cummins of California; Dr. Walter Cummins, of Harriman, Tenn.; and Miss Nannie Cummins, of McMinnville, Tenn.), together with his second wife, who was Miss Fannie Shackleford, of Woodbury, Tenn., to whom he was married on March 8, 1896, survive him. The last thirty-four years of his life were spent in McMinnville, where, after a painful illness lasting fourteen weeks, he died early in the morning of August 27, 1913. Near the end of creation, God said: "Let us make man in our own image." W. G. Cummins came as nearly fitting this measure of a man as any I have known. Living in the world, he did not live for the world; and though a semi-invalid throughout his long life, he went his way, ever kind, cheerful hopeful, enduring "as seeing Him who is invisible." His influence was ever for good; for evil, never. He ever helped those he touched, hindered nor harmed them never. Such lives are rare, but always a benediction wherever found; an inspiration and a blessing to those left behind, when themselves have risen to higher and brighter realms. As representing the salt of the earth, he never lost his savor; as representing the light of the world, he continued unto the end. With a spirit undarkened by the corrosion of the world's depravity and undimmed by its tarnishing breath, he reflected the light which streams from the Source Eternal upon the paths of men. As measured by Him so "laid the foundations of the earth" and "stretched his line upon it," W. G. Cummins' life was an eminent success. He suffered much here, but his sufferings are forever ended, and he has entered upon the unending, ever widening, ever deepening and expanding life of whose glories and triumphs the feeble mind of man in the flesh cannot even dream.

Albert Seitz.

Gospel Advocate, September 25, 1913, page 932.

Cunningham, A. H.

On April 2, 1903, Brother A. H. Cunningham passed out of this life into the life eternal. He was a man of unquestioned integrity and honor, a devoted husband, and a kind father. He was ever faithful to his conceptions of right and was a zealous worker in the church of Christ. At the time of his death he was the superintendent of the Sunday school at his place of worship, and was also the teacher of an interesting class in the school. In his death the Sunday school and the church have lost a zealous worker and a much-loved member. There is a vacancy that can never be filled at the fireside, a home saddened by his death. A heartbroken wife and sorrowing boys look out from the somber darkness to the comforting promises of Him who sees even the sparrow when it falls.

Birdie Derryberry.

Gospel Advocate, April 30, 1903, page 284.

Cunningham, Elizabeth Clark

Elizabeth Clark Cunningham died May 14 at age 90. Mrs. Cunningham was an active member of the Hendersonville, Tenn., Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver Cunningham. She is survived by three sons, David, Phillip and John; and four grandchildren. Hendersonville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, July, 2004, page 41.

Cunningham, James Andrew

James Andrew Cunningham was born on February 25, 1849, in Williamson County, Tenn. He was married to Miss Mattie L. Clark on February 17, 1874, to which union were born twelve children--six boys and six girls. One died in infancy; eleven lived to be grown, but five of these have passed on. Brother Cunningham obeyed the gospel thirty-five years ago under the preaching of Brother Willie Craig and began preaching the gospel the next year. He moved to Del Rio, Texas, fourteen years ago; a few months later he removed to Bowie, where he made his home until called up higher. All of his children were present at his burial, except the oldest daughter, Florence, whose home is in Tennessee.

A. O. Colley.

Gospel Advocate, March 10, 1921, page 244.

Cunningham, James F.

Brother James F. Cunningham was born on March 4, 1873; was married on September 29, 1897; and was killed at his home near Olmstead, Ky., on July 13, 1908. A wife and three little girls are left to mourn his death. Brother Cunningham was a good boy and grew up to be a most useful man. He was a member of the Bethany congregation. When possible, he was always present at the Lord's services and was ever ready to take any part in the worship that he could. On the day before his death he and his family, in company with a number of other brethren and sisters of the Bethany congregation, spent the day at a tent meeting a few miles away, and did not reach home until late at night. On the next morning, between six and seven o'clock, he was ruthlessly murdered in the presence of his wife and children by a negro man. No deed in that neighborhood ever caused more sorrow than this. Brother Cunningham was universally loved and respected by all who knew him. In his death a loving wife and children have lost a devoted husband and father; the community, a most honorable and useful citizen; and the church, a devoted member.

J. W. Shepherd.

Gospel Advocate, October 15, 1908, page 666.

Cunningham, J. S.

J. S. Cunningham was born on March 6, 1848, and departed this life on July 6, 1921. He was a fine Christian character, whose exemplary life became a great inspiration for good among his neighbors and friends. Brother Cunningham was one of the leaders in the Bethany congregation, near Olmstead, Ky., and it was here that his light shone the brightest, and he will be sorely missed. He married Elizabeth Brake on September 6, 1870. This good woman died a few years in advance of her husband. There are several children who survive their parents and who are now receiving sympathy and encouragement from their friends. Brother Cunningham was noted for his hospitality and kindness and integrity of purpose. He suffered many trials, but throughout them all displayed faith and courage that were truly remarkable. May God bless and sustain the bereaved is our prayer in Jesus' name.

A. B. Lipscomb.

Gospel Advocate, August 18, 1921, page 796.

Cunningham, Laura Clagett

Mrs. Laura Clagett Cunningham, widow of the late Armstead H. Cunningham and daughter of the late Horatio and Elizabeth Clagett, departed this life August 4, 1945. She was born February 15, 1855. She and Armstead Cuningham were married in the year 1875, and she became a widow in 1903. The issue of this marriage was eight sons, of whom four survive--John H. Cunningham, lawyer, of San Antonio, Texas; Southern S., banker, of Centerville, Tenn.; James R., poultryman, of Centerville, Tenn.; and Field F., bank examiner, of Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. One brother survives--John H. Clagett, lawyer, of Centerville. Mrs. Cunningham was born and reared in Centerville, where she was educated and resided the greater part of her life. She obeyed the gospel a short time after her marriage, and was a staunch Christian, true and faithful, and a constant reader of the Bible in her later life. Nothing prevented her presence at Sunday-morning services as long as her physical condition would permit. We have the assurance that she is at rest and has been rewarded for her faithful obedience to the gospel.

Maggie., Cousin.

Gospel Advocate, October 4, 1945, page 551.

Cunningham, Leslie Clark

Leslie Clark Cunningham, who was born in Williamson County, Tenn., on August 29, 1882, was instantly killed near his home, Las Cruces, N. M., by a railroad engine striking an auto truck in which he was riding. He was the second son of Elder and Mrs. J. A. Cunningham, of Bowie, Texas, and was well known here, having lived in this community several years. Besides his aged father and mother, he leaves three brothers and four sisters, as follows: R. H. Cunningham, of Nashville, Tenn.; Arthur B. Cunningham, of Dallas, Texas; Earl Cunningham, of Bowie, Texas; Mrs. Florence A. Foster, of Mount Pleasant, Tenn.; Mrs. Mamie I. Hudson, of Denton, Texas; Mrs. Irene Worley, of Krum, Texas; and Mrs. Lavisa Lowry, of Wichita Falls, Texas. He also leaves a wife and two little children--Leslie Paul, aged two years, and Flora Mai, one month old at the time of his death, to sorrow because of the loss of their loved one. He lost his life at his post of duty, laboring for the comfort and happiness of his little family, to whom he was very devoted. Leslie loved home and family ties, and in boyhood and early manhood he willingly labored and sacrificed in helping to care for a large family. He was a pleasant companion and was universally liked by his associates. He will be remembered by his schoolmates and friends of the family at Little Lot and Shady Grove, Hickman County, Tenn., where he spent most of his boyhood days. For his wife and dear little children we feel deep sympathy and with them mourn until we, too, are called from the sorrows and afflictions of this world. May the God of love bless and strengthen each one of us for this sad bereavement.

His Father.

Gospel Advocate, May 27, 1920, page 534.

Cunningham, Oliver C.

Oliver C. Cunningham--a minister of the gospel for 40 years, died on January 18th, 1979 at the age of 63. He and his wife lived in Hendersonville, Tennessee, where he had retired. At the funeral on January 20th comforting words were offered by James Vandiver, Minister, and Joe Sanders, Educational Director, of the Hendersonville Church of Christ. The love and care of this faithful congregation were great blessings to each of us in the family.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Clark and three sons: John of Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, David of Clinton, Tennessee and Philip of Niceville, Florida and two brothers, Robert of San Marino, California and John of Greenbrier, Tennessee.

Oliver was devoted to preaching Christ and often repeated Paul's statement, "Woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel." He served churches in Georgia, Louisiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Oklahoma and Tennessee.

He was a native of Nashville and prepared himself to preach at David Lipscomb College. In the ministry he conducted vacation Bible schools and boys' training classes wherever he worked. Several men are preaching today who first spoke publicly in one of these classes. Through his letters he found great satisfaction in helping preachers find located work. He reported regularly to the brotherhood through the Gospel Advocate.

He had been ill for several years before his death. (Picture included)

Mrs. Oliver C. Cunningham., 113 Dorris Drive, Hendersonville, Tenn. 37075, Tel. 824-0644

Gospel Advocate, June 14, 1979, page 380.

Cunningham, Edna Downey

Mrs. Preston B., formerly of 2101 Crystal Drive, Donelson, Tenn., passed away February 27, 1969 in Nashville.

Sister Cunningham, nee Edna Downey, was born December 16, 1912, in Hohenwald, Tenn. Her parents were the late Joseph Smith and Ida Edwards Downey. She was married September 6, 1940, to Master Sgt. Preston B. Cunningham of the U. S. Air Force. Brother Cunningham died July 17, 1961.

Sister Cunningham was a faithful, dedicated member of the Donelson church of Christ. She had a smile for everyone, no matter what may have troubled her heart at the moment. She was mild in manner, calm in judgment, kindly in speech and action, and patient in tribulations.

Sister Cunningham is survived by two sons, Dale of Bowie, Maryland, and Gerald of Dallas, Texas; three sisters, Mrs. A. H. Thornberry of Brentwood, Tenn., Mrs. W. N. Gibson of Paducah, Ky., and Miss O. M. Downey of Dallas Texas.

Sister Cunningham's funeral services was conducted by this writer and her body was laid to rest in National Cemetery in Nashville with her husband.

Harold S. Baker.

Gospel Advocate, April 10, 1969, page 243.

Cunningham, Sallie A.

Sister Sallie A. Cunningham was born on February 9, 1847, and departed this life on August 15, 1916. "Aunt Sallie," as she was affectionately and tenderly known, numbered her friends by the score, and she leaves on this side of the mystic stream a large circle of loved ones bereft of her helpful presence. In many respects our dear sister was a remarkable woman. Never very strong physically, she was not at all times permitted to enjoy assembling with the saints; nevertheless, her faith was made strong by a childlike trust in the promises of God. The good influences of one's life live after he or she dies. This was brought vividly to the mind of the writer when he remembered the many encouraging words spoken by this faithful soldier of the cross when he was a mere boy, striving to preach the gospel. And what was true concerning our dear, departed sister may be true with all Christians. What a priceless heritage left to posterity! Sister Cunningham's maiden name was "Blackburn," and she leaves several relatives by that name who reside at Franklin, Tenn. On August 16, 1916, at seven thirty o'clock P.M., in the presence of a large gathering of friends and neighbors, at the residence of her son, the writer conducted the funeral service. Burial was made at Franklin, Tenn., with services conducted by Brother F. W. Smith.

Lytton Alley.

Gospel Advocate, October 12, 1916, page 1024.

Cunyus, Walter

The funeral of Walter Cunyus was held at the Peatown Christian Church in Gregg County, near Longview, November 25. Mr. Cunyus was born February 2, 1859, and lacked only a few months of being ninety-eight years of age when he passed away. He was born in Gregg County, Texas, near Longview, and lived there his whole life. He received his mail from the same post office for more than ninety-seven years. He was an aggressive farmer and cotton ginner and was a supported of every community interest and always aligned with the moral forces in every issue. He was a life-long member of the Christian Church. He was a subscriber of the Gospel Advocate for more than sixty years. His life was one of heavy responsibility. His father passed away and left his widowed mother and the younger children under his care. His sister passed away only a few years later and he had the oversight and support of her children and besides he reared a large family of his own.

H. H. Watson.

Gospel Advocate, January 3, 1957, page 15.

Curd, Harris

Harris Curd was born on December 17, 1880, and died on May 15, 1910. In his brief life the virtues of patience and fortitude were exemplified to a rare degree. At the age of fourteen he had a spell of fever, from the effects of which he never fully recovered, yet he was always hopeful of some day being well. His was a lovable nature, kind and gentle, and all who came within his influence learned to love him, and it is safe to say he had no enemies. He lived more in the home circle than most young men, so that his place there seems doubly vacant. He was a good son, loving and tender to his parents, a kind brother, and a true friend. We often wonder why death claims our dearest ones, but to the Christian who trusts the Heavenly Father this is no mystery. We know that in his infinite wisdom he makes no mistakes, and that what he does is and must always be right. So the to sorrowing father, mother, and brothers, I can say: Trust him always, and he will sustain you. He has said: "All things work together for good to them that love God." So in this, your great bereavement, look up and cast your burden on him, and he will never fail you. The Father took your loved one to himself, and we know it is best--best for you and best for him. Some glad day in the bright beyond we shall know why sorrows come. Until then we must walk by faith, and in all things say: "Thy will be done."

Gospel Advocate, January 5, 1911, page 22.

Curd, Mary Caldona

My beloved mother, Mary Caldona Curd, 82, died July 20 after having suffered a severe stroke one month earlier.

She was the first known member of the Lord's church in Marion, N. C., and in all of McDowell County. She was baptized in 1942 by Kenneth Tucker and was influential directly or indirectly in leading several hundred precious souls to the Lord. Not an educated person, she was a proficient student, nevertheless, and an avid student of the Word of God.

She is sorely missed by eleven children, forty-four grandchildren, fifty-three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, many of which are faithful children of God.

She was buried in the cemetery at the Dysartsville church of Christ near her home. Gary Ogden and Vernon Crawley officiated at her funeral service.

Bruce R. Curd.

Gospel Advocate, September 7, 1978, page 574.

Curd, Ruby Jean

Ruby Jean Curd passed away on Sunday, Aug. 22, 1982 at Port Charlotte, Fla., where her husband, Bruce R. Curd, is minister of the church. She is survived by her husband; two sons: Dennis Lynn and Daryl Bruce, both of the United States Army; three daughters: Mrs. Michael Taylor of New Llano, La., Mrs. Keith Bailey of Temple Terrace, Fla., and Miss Diane Curd of Tampa, Fla.; one daughter-in-law, five grandchildren her mother, Mrs. Minnie Rice of Marion, N.C.; two brothers: William O. and Harrill V. Rice, both of Atlanta, Ga., and one sister, Mrs. Roland Roberts of New Hope, Ala.

Ruby Jean Curd spent 35 of her 58 years as a gospel preacher's wife. During her five-month bout with cancer she received some 200 cards and letters from virtually every congregation where they have lived. The following quotation is representative of the comments concerning her dedication: "I still think you are the most perfect person to be a minister's wife that I have ever been in contact with."

She regularly worked in nursing homes volunteering her services. Her hands were always busy. When not teaching Bible classes or opening her home to those she served, she made an innumerable array of sewn goods for others. She was truly a modern day Dorcas. Her husband, in a tribute read at her funeral by this writer in Marion, N. C., on Aug. 26, stated: "Her hands were hands that reached out and uplifted. They never rested, but were always busy in doing something for others."

In all her service her family was not neglected. Her husband testifies to this as well, "Never did I come home from work to find a dirty house, unwashed dishes, unmade beds, or a meal unprepared. She always had a plan and worked her plan."

Ruby Jean learned the truth from her husband prior to their marriage and was baptized by him in the face of overwhelming prejudice. They, in turn, taught her sister, Edith Rice Roberts, the wife of the writer of this tribute, and she too was baptized by brother Curd.

Ruby Jean's piety was beyond question. Once again her husband wrote, "Never in all my life have I heard a word of deceit, lying or even an exaggeration come from her lips. Honesty and integrity, even if they meant personal loss and sacrifice, were her constant handmaidens. She hated sin and would not tolerate it in anyone without a genuine rebuke when she thought it would be profitable."

Her body now rests in the little country church cemetery near Marion, N. C., awaiting the great resurrection morning.

Roland D. Roberts., and her husband, Bruce R. Curd.

Gospel Advocate, October 21, 1982, page 633.

Curle, Mabel Rowland

Sister Mabel Rowland Curle fell asleep in Jesus, December 22, 1930, at the home of Mrs. Donie Curle, Walnut, Miss. She had been in bad health for some time. Her death was a shock to her relatives and friends. She was a daughter of T. A. Rowland, and a member of one of the oldest and most prominent families in Tippah County, Miss., where she was born and reared. For a number of years she had made her home in Memphis, Tenn., where she was well known and a member of a church of Christ in that city. In her earlier years she was a member of the church of Christ at Tiplersville, Miss. Sister Curle was thirty-six years of age, and she leaves two children and five sisters to mourn her death. Her remains were laid to rest in Mohundro cemetery, near Walnut, Miss. The writer conducted the funeral services. She suffered much. An earnest and devout Christian, we behold her through the eye of faith in a better world, one of that great host, holding a palm of victory in her hand and arrayed in a robe of righteousness, where God hath wiped away all tears from her eyes.

D. P. Craig.

Gospel Advocate, January 15, 1931, page 70.

Curlee, Andrew Johnson

Andrew Johnson Curlee departed this life, at his home in Fort Worth, Texas, May 27, 1928, being sixty-one years, seven months, and six days old. He leaves, to mourn his death, a wife and four children, as follows: Miss Abigail Curlee, Paul Curlee, and Mrs. W. C. Orville Harris, of Fort Worth, Texas, and Mrs. A. Hill Colbert, of Lafayette, Ga. He also leaves a brother and three sisters. They are: R. J. Curlee, of Temple, Texas; Mrs. J. F. Dooley, of Belton, Texas; Mrs. G. A. Dooley, of Fort Worth, Texas; and Mrs. M. A. Carpenter, of Dallas, Texas. For forty years, since his baptism at Rock Hill Church, in Rutherford County, Tenn., he had been a member of the church of Christ. For some time prior to his death he had been working on a chart of the Bible. The opening headlines of his work are a clear indication of the thoughts and nature of his life. He begins by quoting from 2 Tim. 2:15: "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." The members of his Bible class had looked with much

interest to the completion of this chart, for it contained a systematic arrangement of the finest thoughts in the Bible. His class especially joins with his many friends in mourning his death. But with the Christian life that he lived and with the glorious promises of the gospel, we know that beyond the curtains of the clouds all those whom death has separated for a time shall meet, to part and die no more. In the city of the blest there is no death, but there is life eternal and happiness supreme. And the sorrowing wife and children can dwell with tremulous rapture upon the coming of the hour when they shall meet again their husband and father, and, together with all the redeemed races of mankind, shall rejoice forever.

A. D. Roach.

Gospel Advocate, January 10, 1929, page 45.

Curlee, Emily Susan

Sister Emily Susan Curlee died July 27, 1896, in the twenty-sixth year of her age, at the home of her parents in Bell County, Texas. She was the daughter of Peyton B. ad Sister Martha R. Curlee, and also a granddaughter of Brother Calvin Curlee, a noted preacher of an early day in Tennessee. She was born in Coffee County, Tenn., in 1869, and moved to Rutherford County in 1889, and she was baptized at Rock Hill, in 1890, by Brother J. W. Bryant; and soon after, in the same year of her conversion to Christ, she came with the family to Bell County, Texas, where she was lovingly identified with the church of Christ till the day of her death. It was a very sad and sudden death. There were scarce four days of illness, and then the swift messenger of death came in and paralyzed the muscles of that noble face and body of our dear sister, which only a few days before were strong and vigorous in health. It was the dreaded lockjaw, caused by a puncture from a nail in the foot. The stealthy disease, proceeding from so slight a wound, awakened no alarm until it was too late. Though thus surprised, she was ready--ready in the faith, hope, and love of a Christian. Within that mortal form, suffering from the parozysms of that fearful disease, was a spirit as brave, bright, and beautiful as ever met death. It was truly heroic. While all about her were trembling with grief and sympathy, she alone remained calm, and requested a farewell talk. She said to the Christian mother, sisters, and brothers: "Meet me in heaven." To others out of Christ, embracing an aged father, she said, with all the pathos of an unselfish soul in death, that seemed to forget self in her great, eternal interest for her people: "Obey the gospel, and meet me in heaven." It is to be hoped that they will heed that warning voice, coming back, as it were, from one so near the dark river. While living, Sister Emily was popular, enjoying the friendship and love of a large circle of acquaintances. At home she was the guiding spirit, and possessed in a high degree the love and confidence of her aged parents. They all loved her dearly, and greatly lament their loss. Her manner was pleasant, with earnestness and sincerity, combined with firmness and decision of character. She loved the church, and that cheery greeting and benignant smile, so peculiar to her, will be sadly missed in our Christian meetings. But let the bereaved be not too sorely grieved. Let us so live as to meet and see her in the spirit land. Let us say: "Thy will be done." She was buried in the beautiful cemetery near Pendletonville, after the funeral services conducted by the writer, before a large assemblage of weeping brethren and friends.

J. L. Hutchison., Temple, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, September 17, 1896, page 605.

Curlee, Helen

On the eve of June 10, 1896, the death angel swept in on sable wings and bid our dear Helen close her eyes. Sister Helen was the beloved wife of Brother E. A. Curlee, who resided near Pendletonville, Texas. They had been married only two years and six months. Her maiden name was Southerland. She was twenty years of age. How young, how beautiful, to be cut down so early! But it was God's will to take her. We all miss her, but anticipate a day when we all shall meet again where death will not be permitted to cut the chords of affection or interrupt our peace and happiness. She was an obedient child, a loving wife, and a lover of all things that were good. One of the largest crowds that was ever seen in Pendletonville Cemetery followed the remains to their final resting place.

Hattie Dooley.

Gospel Advocate, July 16, 1896, page 464.

Curlee, J. P., Dr.

Dr. J. P. Curlee was one of God's noblemen. In his passing I feel keenly the loss of one of my dearest friends and sympathizers. He was a good man and a Christian. He did much good during his life on earth. His home was in Cannon County, near Woodbury, Tenn. His life was not free from sorrows and disappointment, for often the shadow was on his home and heart. But, strong in faith and hope, he endured every affliction and braved every storm, and died in the triumphs of a living faith. He was born November 30, 1857; obeyed the gospel at an early age. He practiced medicine in all his active life. He retired from the practice of medicine in 1912, and devoted the rest of his life to preaching the gospel. He fell asleep in the Lord on August 11, 1934, at the ripe age of seventy-six years, eight months, and eleven days. He has left the rich inheritance of a good name. His manly, godly life lives on, though his body has gone to the dust and his spirit unto God.

C. M. Pullias.

Gospel Advocate, September 27, 1934, page 943.

Curlee, Mrs. M. R.

My mother, Mrs. M. R. Curlee, wife of P. B. Curlee, died at Waxahachie, Texas, on August 13, 1903; aged sixty-seven years. The father and seven children are sorely bereaved; but we weep not as those having no hope, for we confidently believe that mother is now in the home of the redeemed. The loss of our loved ones is the saddest thing that we are called upon to bear, but the sadness is mitigated if we realize that their taking away means their transplanting in a world without cares or troubles; and what a blessed hope we have of a reunion with those loved ones, if we will live faithfully the Christian life! We did all in our power to stay the hand of Death; but God knew best, and we resignedly say: "Thy will be done." In every relation of life she was faithful, especially exemplifying the teaching of the Master; and the memory of her life is a priceless legacy to the bereaved ones.

Mattie Vail.

Gospel Advocate, November 12, 1903, page 730.

Curry, Annie Harbin

Mrs. Annie Curry (nee Harbin) was born near Totty's Bend, Hickman County, Tenn., on September 23, 1822, and lived there until her marriage to John W. Curry, of Maury County, in 1854, and died at her home, near Hampshire, on February 26, 1906. The funeral services were conducted by C. R. Wade at Cedar Hill Church, and the interment was at the Ramsey burying ground. Mrs. Curry is survived by four children--James Curry, John Curry, Mrs. Lottie Liles, and Mrs. A. D. Liles. Mrs. Curry had been a consistent member of the church of Christ for more than fifty years. She will be greatly missed in her community, as she was a good neighbor, kind and obliging to all; but she will be most missed in the homes of her children, who were all devoted to her, and knew no pleasure greater than having a visit from "mother."

Gospel Advocate, April 19, 1906, page 255.

Curry, Fannie

God in his wisdom saw fit, on July 21, 1911, to take from us one of our most beloved and useful members, Mrs. Fannie Curry. While we deplore our loss, we know she has gone to join her loved ones in her Father's house. I lovingly recall the many times we took sweet counsel together and walked into the house of God together. We wonder why she was taken, and though we see through a veil darkly, yet some day we will understand. She was indeed a blessing to her loved ones and her friends. We can but feel that in calling her into his heavenly courts the Master has only promoted her into a higher and wider service. We bow in sorrow for the loss that has come upon us, and our hearts go out in tender sympathy for the dear children that she loved and cared for. A sad vacancy has been left in her home, her church, and many loving hearts. He who was "acquainted with grief" comfort the bereaved family.

Mrs. T. L. Beard., Cross Bridges, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August 10, 1911, page 884.

Curry, Jessie Osteen

Jessie Osteen Curry, 51, a gospel preacher, died on June 16, 1985. His funeral service was conducted at the Waynesboro Church of Christ by members of his family. His brother-in-law, Charlie Mark Brown, Macon, Ga., led congregational singing. His two sons, Jeff and John, his son-in-law Joe Paul Bryant, minister of Flatrock Church of Christ, Hohenwald, Tenn., and his cousin Tommy Anderson all participated. The private burial was conducted by another brother-in-law, Rick Brewer. It was a sincere, moving service which gave eloquent praise to Jess by words and the faith of his family.

He was born in Lewis County, Tenn., attended Freed-Hardeman College, Harding Graduate School of Religion and Troy State University. He held a B.S. degree in history and Bible and an M.A. degree in history. He preached in many congregations in the South and served the following churches of Christ as a regular; preacher: Northside Church, Jeffersonville, Ind.; Hamilton Cross- Roads Church, Brundidge, Ala.; Brownsville Church, Brownsville, Tenn.; and Kimmons Church, Hohenwald, Tenn.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley; daughter, Mrs. Lynn Bryant; sons, Jeff and John; his mother Lula Mac; brothers, J. W., Charlie, Jerry Paul, and Dick; a sister, Mrs. Joy Hibbs; and two grandchildren, Jessica, 4 years old and J. P., 2 years old.

Jess Curry was a courageous, powerful and effective preacher of the gospel. He and his wife were close personal friends of ours. He brought life and light into the lives of many people and will be missed.

Carroll B. Ellis., Chapel Avenue Church of Christ, Nashville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1985, page 408.

Curry, Marthy A.

Sister Marthy A. Curry was born on July 11, 1826, and died on February 3, 1913. She was married to James L. Curry in October, 1851, and was baptized in her eighteenth year. She was the daughter of Thomas and Fannie Beard, of Cathey's Creek, Maury County, Tenn. She was the mother of four sons and one daughter, all of whom are living. Sister Curry was a faithful, good wife, and a kind and affectionate mother. She died in the triumphs of a living faith. Her words of comfort and good cheer will be long remembered by those who knew her best. Let us imitate the virtues of our beloved dead and live so that eternity may be filled with joy and not despair. Take comfort, then, dear weeping friends, and press forward to the home where changes never come.

W. S. Morton.

Gospel Advocate, April 10, 1913, page 356.

Curry, Mira Mary Adeline

Mira Mary Adeline Curry was born June 4, 1894, to Joseph T. and Mary Fanning, of Seven Rivers, N. M. She was baptized on March 19, 1908. On August 13, 1919, she was married to Basil M. Curry. To this union were born two daughters, Mary Jo and Alice Beryl. Alice Beryl preceded her in death on January 19, 1945. Sister Curry passed on to be with her and her Lord on August 14, 1956. Surviving are her husband, Basil M. Curry; her daughter, Mrs. Mary Jo Treat; and two grandchildren, Jay C., and Mary Alice Treat, all of Tucson. She also leaves her mother, Mrs. Mary Fanning of Tucson, three sisters, Mrs. Anna Stephens of Tucson, Mrs. Arra Cheney, of Albuquerque, N. M., and Mrs. Veola May, of Lovington, N. M.; five brothers, George Fanning, Foy Fanning of Tucson, Roy Fanning of Flagstaff, Frank Fanning of Springerville, and John Fanning of Phoenix; and one uncle, Dave Beckett of Tucson. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in Tucson, on August 17, with burial beside her daughter in beautiful Evergreen Cemetery.

Loyd R. Brents.

Gospel Advocate, September 20, 1956, page 791.

Curry, Will C.

Will C. Curry, a member of the Fairfax church of Christ, Winchester, Kentucky for seventy-four years passed away Monday, June 13, 1966 at eh age of nearly 90 years. Funeral services were conducted in Winchester Wednesday, June 15 by James W. Garner and A. T. Pate.

Brother Curry was born July 8, 1876 and was baptized at the Fairfax building, November 20, 1892 by the late T. B. Larimore. On July 24, 1901 he was united in marriage to Miss Kate Green in a ceremony performed by J. W. Harding, father of James A. Harding.

Brother Curry is survived by two daughters, Miss Annette Curry and Mrs. Margarette Curry Wade, both of Winchester. Another daughter, Catherine Brown, drowned several years ago at the age of six years. Three sons, Paul of Yorktown, Indiana, a deacon in the Westside church of Christ, Muncie, Indiana; Richard, who preaches for the Oak Acres church of Christ, Memphis, Tennessee and William, who preaches for the church in Palmyra, Indiana; nine grandchildren and one great-grand child.

In addition to the two sons, Richard and William, who preach full time, the third son Paul, and a son-in-law Franklin Wade, also preach.

Harding Lowry.

Gospel Advocate, August 18, 1966, page 527.

Curtis, Eva

On Monday, January 16, 1922, the sweet spirit of our dear Eva went to the eternal home above. It is sad to part, but how sweet it will be to meet in that home above, where there is neither pain nor sorrow! She was a good wife and mother and was always ready to help those in need. She was loved by all who knew her. She was born on November 3, 1887, near Fort Deposit, Ala., and moved to Montgomery, Ala., in 1888, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Hicks, where she was reared. She obeyed the gospel in 1902, being baptized by Brother J. M. Barnes, and lived a faithful, Christian life. She was married to H. S. Curtis on April 24, 1910, in Selma, Ala.; moved to Auburn, Ind., where she lived for two years; then went to Los Angeles, Cal., where she and her family made their home until a few months ago; then moved to Bradentown, Fla., and hoped to make it their future home in order to live near her mother. She is survived by her husband, two stepsons, mother, four brothers, and one sister. Her body was laid to rest in the Bradentown cemetery. Brother John Hayes conducted the funeral services.

Mother.

Gospel Advocate, February 9, 1922, page 143.

Curtis, James M.

Brother James M. Curtis was born on March 22, 1841, and died on November 22, 1908. He was a member of the church of Christ fifty years and a preacher of the glorious gospel of our blessed Master thirty-nine years. He was always satisfied to be governed in everything by what "is written," believing that the Scriptures are perfect and furnish us with every good work. He is survived by a faithful, loving wife and four daughters, two sons and one daughter having gone before him to the spirit land. His life was an open book and was sublimely beautiful in its Christian simplicity. He was a kind and loving husband and father. The funeral services were conducted at his home by Brother J. I. Stockton, a life-long friend and neighbor who was able to speak many words of comfort to the bereaved family, after which the deceased was laid to rest beside his loved ones in the family burying ground at his home at Curtis Wells, near Decatur, Ala., to await the resurrection morning. A large crowd of sorrowing friends gathered to pay their last tribute of respect to this good man. Brother Curtis had been in feeble health some six years. He had consumption, but did not fear death, having made peace with his God. His hopes grew brighter as the end drew near. He expressed himself as ready and willing to go. He had traveled and held protracted meetings in several States besides his native State, Alabama, and was an able and eloquent speaker, and eternity alone will reveal the good he has done. In August before his death he preached an excellent sermon on the subject of faith to the College Grove Church. Being unable to stand, he delivered the sermon sitting in a chair. This congregation was established some thirty years ago, mainly through his labors and those of my father, B. H. Darmer, and doubtless the best part of their life's labors were spent here. Their friendship was beautiful, like that of David and Jonathan. I am sure the world is better by their having lived in it. Brother Curtis' brethren and friends erected a beautiful monument over his grave, which shows the high esteem in which he was held; and Sister Curtis wishes to say to all that she cannot find words to express her appreciation and thanks for their love and kindness shown to them in their great trouble.

(Mrs.) Jessie McBride.

Gospel Advocate, December 30, 1909, page 1654.

Curtis, Lillie

Just a very short time since I was requested to chronicle the death of Sister Lillie Curtis, daughter of Sister Joan Warren, Plant, Tenn. I remember her well--remember her delicate form, her Christian-like deportment, and her firm conviction of duty. When the writer was at New Hope last she was too feeble to attend the services, and she expressed great regret that she could not meet with us. Her obituary is so fully given by her neighbor, Sister Virgil Barnett, I will insert it: "If you remember, Lillie was in very poor health when you preached here a year ago last August, and the last of that month she was taken down, and was confined to her bed from that time until Nov. 15, when God called her weary spirit home. I never saw any one suffer more intensely than she did, especially the last two months of her life; but she bore her affliction with true Christian courage and patience. She always thought of others, telling them she was so much trouble, but could not help it. She frequently said she would be so glad when the time came for her to go to meet her dear grandmother, where she would never suffer any more. When that time came, she called her friends around her bed, bidding them farewell, and pointed towards heaven, as if to say, 'Meet me there.' Then she passed away as happily and peacefully as a little child going to sleep in its mother's arms. She became a Christian eight years since, and always walked worthy of the vocation wherewith she was called. She was born March 2, 1869; died Nov. 15, 1893. She was a peacemaker in time of strife, and a gentle, loving daughter to her mother, who feels almost heartbroken, but we trust she may live so as to meet her daughter in a better world."

R. P. Meeks.

Gospel Advocate, February 8, 1894, page 87.

Curtis, T. I.

Brother T. I. Curtis was born on November 14, 1858, and died on March 20, 1930. On March 8, 1883, he was married to Miss Susie A. Jenkins, who through the years has proven herself to be truly a great woman. She and eight children survive him. Brother Curtis was truly one who came out of darkness--yea, the darkness of infidelity--into the glorious light of God's Son. He was, indeed, a good soldier of the cross. He accepted whole-heartedly "the faith which was once for all delivered unto the saints," and never failed to use any opportunity to openly condemn those who would dare to try to change it. He believed literally the teaching of Jesus Christ and his apostles, and gladly rebuked those who taught any other doctrine. He loved the church with a fervent love, and hated foolishness and iniquity as much as any man. I had the pleasure of being acquainted with him. He loved the brethren, and he never willingly allowed a brother to be abused. He was especially fond of those brethren who are devoting their lives to the preaching of the gospel. Brother Curtis has passed into the great beyond, and having passed this way has left his mark on the sands of time. The little meetinghouse at Edenwold, Tenn., was a result of his personal, prayerful effort, and he was an elder there until his going. He was happiest while there engaged in worship. Brother Curtis often admitted errors common to the flesh, and was always thankful that "we have an advocate with God the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: and he is the propitiation for our sins." Therefore we "sorrow not, even as those which have no hope," but we are looking ahead toward the glad reunion.

John W. Beasley.

Gospel Advocate, June 12, 1930, page 570.

Cutchin, Harriet Booter

On March 9, 1910, sister Harriet Booter Cutchin died at her home near Nashville, Tenn. Sister Cutchin had lived out her full age, being at the time of her death more than threescore years and ten. She, as Miss Harriet Booter, during her early life was a teacher, and as such was well known in Rutherford and Williamson counties. After the Civil War she married a soldier of the Confederate Army, who, having made a faithful soldier in the "lost cause," is now doing valiant service in the army of the Lord. She always said she married Martin Cutchin because she felt sure she could live a Christian with him. A short time after their marriage Sister Cutchin taught a school in Spencer, Van Buren County, Tenn., for one session. For the past twenty-two years she has lived near the Fanning Orphan School, and zealously attended the services of the congregation worshiping at that place, never being absent when her health permitted. She was buried near the place she was born, on the Brittain farm, near the Rock Spring meetinghouse, in Rutherford County. She leaves no children and no close relatives, but an aged husband and many friends mourn her. As her life was spent in the service of her Master, we fully believe that she is now resting in one of those beautiful mansions that Jesus has prepared for his people, in the "house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."

D. L., Jr.

Gospel Advocate, April 21, 1910, page 502.

Cutchin, M. V.

On June 17, 1844, near Salem, Ill., there was occasion for rejoicing in the Cutchin home when the Lord gave to them a little boy name "Martin," or M. V., who, with his parents, twelve years later, moved to Lavergne, Tenn., around which place he spent the remainder of his very useful life. At the age of twenty-one, at the old Seminary Schoolhouse, near Smyrna, Tenn., under the teaching of Brother E. G. Sewell, he obeyed the gospel. On February 19, 1878, Brother Todd performed the ceremony which united him with Miss Harriet Booker, with whom he lived very happily until March 9, 1910, when she went to a better home. Brother Cutchin was indeed a godly man. In fact, I do not believe there has ever been a character in our country who loved and lived for the cause of Christ more than he. His last years were spent in the homes of Brother John Britton and Brother W. E. Carter, whose good wives were related to him and who spared no pains in making him comfortable. During the last eight years he spent considerable time with me in protracted meetings, usually about eight meetings each year. We roomed and slept together, and he was always glad of an opportunity of doing something for the Master. He suffered much in his last days, but never too much to keep him away from the Lord's-day worship, even when it took two men to carry him to the car and into the church house. His last Lord's day was spent serving his God at Rock Springs, near Smyrna, while Brother Sim Jones was engaged in a meeting, and that day he made a short talk. The next day, August 25, 1919, just after finishing his dinner in Brother Britton's home, he crossed his knife and fork on the plate, his head dropped on the table, and he fell asleep in Jesus. Then we could see the beauty of God's statements: "Better is the day of a man's death than that of his birth." "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." Surely Brother Cutchin is at rest; and while we miss him greatly, we submit to God's will and rejoice with "Brother Martin." Let's go to him.

R. V. Cawthon.

Gospel Advocate, May 20, 1920, page 511.

Cutchin, William

On the morning of November 3, 1914, Brother William Cutchin answered the summons which called him from all earthly pain and trials into that peaceful rest which awaits the people of God. This good man was born, in Illinois, on February 19, 1849, and moved to Tennessee in early childhood. He was married on January 15, 1880, to Martha Oliphant. As a result of this union, two children were born--a son and a daughter. He is survived by his wife; his daughter, Mrs. Cercie Harrison; one brother, M. V. Cutchin; and a stepson, M. D. Oliphant, of Baird, Texas. The son, T. H. Cutchin, died at Fort Worth, Texas, in 1907. Brother Cutchin obeyed the gospel and was baptized in1908. His funeral was conducted by Brother L. L. Yeagley at the home of his daughter, near Nashville, Tenn., and interment took place at the Wheeler burying ground, near Meade's Chapel. He was humble and unassuming in his disposition and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He was a true companion, a kind and loving father, and a good citizen.

D. D. Young.

Gospel Advocate, July 8, 1915, page 678.

Camp, Curtis B.

Curtis B. Camp died Aug. 24 at the age of 90.

Camp was born May 11, 1914. He attended Abilene Christian, Freed-Hardeman, West Texas A & M and Eastern New Mexico universities.

Camp was a gospel preacher and author. His work took him to Oklahoma, Texas, Idaho, California, Oregon and New Mexico.

He is survived by a daughter, Gail Stuggs, and two sons, Lynn and Paul, all of Amarillo; nine grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

Amarillo, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, December, 2004, page 36.

Campbell, Mary Louise

Mary Louise Campbell, 89, died Dec. 21, 2005.

Mrs. Campbell was a charter of the Cloverdale Church of Christ, where she met her husband, former elder Barney J. Campbell.

She was preceded in death by her husband. She is survived by her children, Grace Campbell, Kathleen Harwell, and Charles Andrew Campbell; and her sister, Jo Booth. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery.

Montgomery, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, May, 2006, page 41.

Carter, Alice Montgomery

It becomes my duty to record the death of another Christian soldier. Sister Alice Montgomery was born April 4, 1870 and was married to Mr. J. F. Carter Sept. 11, 1887. At the age of eleven she united with the M.E. church and lived with that body until June 3, 86, when she heard the gospel in its purity and simplicity and was buried with her Christ in baptism and arose to walk in newness of life, which thing she did up to her death, which occurred July 3, in the city of Nashville. She was a kind and faithful wife, a zealous Christian and a dutiful child. She leaves a host of friends to mourn her loss. She leaves an infant babe whom we trust the father will raise up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord and prepare it to follow its mother and meet her in the realms of eternal bliss. Then farewell dear sister, till the resurrection morn, when all the children of God shall meet to part no more.

J. P. Grigg., Nashville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, July 11, 1888, page 11.

Chumley, Charles

Charles Chumley, 86, died Dec. 12, 2004.

Chumley was a long-time minister for the Granny White Church of Christ in Nashville. He was a radio announcer with WLAC and WSM and was known as The Man With the Bible on the TV program Know Your Bible. He served as president of Athens Bible School in Athens, Ala., taught in the Bible department at Lipscomb University, and served as dean of the Nashville School of Preaching.

He is survived by his second wife, Mary Nelle Hutcheson Chumley; two children, Charles R. Chumley and Judy Faye Chumley; stepsons, Bill Srygley, Fletcher Srygley and John Hutcheson; step-daughters, Jane Srygley Wells and Margaret Hutcheson Deaton; one brother, S. E. Chumley; two sisters, Betty Joy Reese and Marie Sissy Martin; 15 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Nashville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February, 2005, page 41.

Clardy, Bob

Bob Clardy, 67, died Aug. 6.

Clardy graduated from Alabama Christian College, now Faulkner University. He served churches in Alabama, Florida and Georgia during his 41-year ministry.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary; his daughter, Michele Neiland; his son, Mike Clardy; his sister, Diane Campbell; and two grandchildren. Services were held Aug. 9 in Rosswell, Ga.

Cunning, Ga.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2005, page 41.

Collins, Nancy Hobertson Holiday

Nancy Hobertson Holiday was born in 1825; was married to James B. Collins on January 10, 1856; and died on March 17, 1899. Sister Collins was baptized into Christ by T. W. Caskey, in 1846, and lived a faithful member of the church until death. Sister Collins had been in feeble health ever since my first acquaintance with her, but she seemed to bear it all patiently, and her faith was simply sublime. For a long time she stood alone in her community, and would read the Gospel Advocate and have preaching when Brothers John Taylor, Robert Ussery, Jerry Randolph, and Dow Randolph would pass through; and they were always sure of receiving a hearty welcome, no matter what hour they should chance to call. She finally succeeded in gaining her husband and three children, all of whom are still living and are members of the church of Christ. It was sad to stand beside the grave and see the aged husband, two sons, one daughter, and the grandchildren all weeping; but to them all we would say: Sorrow not as others who have no hope, for your dear one is sweetly sleeping in the arms of the blessed Jesusyes, resting on the promise, Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.

James S. Wood.

Gospel Advocate, April 20, 1899, page 251.

Cowhorn, Zipporah Phillips

Zipporah Phillips was born on September 30, 1883, and died on August 5, 1909. She was married to Harry Cowhorn on April 27, 1904. She was a consistent Christian. She obeyed the gospel when twelve years of age, and lived and died in the triumph of the Lord. She called the family to her bedside and told them she wanted to see them all before she died. She asked her sister Willie to take care of her baby, and asked that her papa and mamma rear him as they did her, that he might be loved by all. Her husband died a little more than two years ago. She leaves a father, a mother, two brothers, four sisters, besides other relatives and a host of friends, to mourn her loss.

Ella M. Charter.

Gospel Advocate, October 28, 1909, page 1366.

Cox, Mary E. Meadows

Mary E. Meadows was born in Marshall County, Tenn., in January, 1849; was married to Dr. J. T. Cox on January 20, 1868; moved to Williamson County, in 1883; obeyed the gospel on July 30, 1908, under the preaching of W. W. Barber; and died on January 2, 1910, at her home. Her remains were placed in the grave on the afternoon of the following day, after a short talk by the writer. I never knew any other person, not being any relation, that I loved so well. She was gentle and kind toward all. I have met her in public, in her home, and on the highway; but I never met her when she did not greet me with a loving smile and a holy hand shake. If I knew her (and I think I did), she was one of the purest, gentlest, and mildest ladies I ever saw. She leaves two sons and two daughters, all of whom are married, and a large number of relatives and friends, to mourn their loss. But our loss is her gain, for she has gone where trials and troubles are over. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Then let us make ample preparation to meet her when our pilgrimage on earth is done.

Morris M. Beard.

Gospel Adocate, January 27, 1910, page 118.

Crews, T. B.

T. B. Crews, 88, died Aug. 28.

Crews was a faithful servant of God, preaching His Word for more than 60 years throughout Texas and Oklahoma. He was the son of the late John and Jenny Crews.

Crews was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Helen Crews, and his second wife, Jackie Crews. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Ann Dickey of Round Rock, Texas; three step-daughters, Karla Witt, Kathy Sartor, and Kay Latimer-Zulch; two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren.

Interment was at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Ft. Worth, Texas.

Ft. Worth, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, December, 2005, page 40.

Crosslin, John Ellis

John Ellis Crosslin, 84, died May 2.

Crosslin enjoyed a 65-year preaching career, 20 of those years spent at the Covington Church of Christ in Covington, Va. He also spent seven years ministering in and around Jerusalem and made short-term mission trips to Moldova and Ukraine.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mildred Louise Sutton Crosslin; his daughters, Linda Crosslin McDill of Moorpark, Calif., Terre Crosslin Conner of Dobson, N. C., and Tracy Greenwood of Mt. Airy, N. C.; his son, Mark Crosslin of Suwanee, Ga.; his sister, Carrie Woods of Ocala, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

Mt. Airy, N. C.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2005, page 41.

Campbell, George W.

The subject of this sketch was born in Giles county, Tenn., May 25, 1845, and died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Anna Smith near Lynnville, in said county, May 10, 1885. He was the son of the late Dr. Campbell, who was a most valuable and worthy citizen of the same county. He entered the Confederate army as a mere boy, rose rapidly in favor with all his comrades and was soon placed in command of a company of cavalry and made one of the truest and bravest Captains in the service. In 1864, while leading a recruiting party through the country not far from his home, he was attacked by the Federals, severely wounded and left by them as dead. Some young ladies found him and bore him from the field in a blanket and secured for him proper attention. From the effects of this wound, he always suffered, and it was not doubt the remote cause of his death. Shortly after the war he became a Christian, and in 1869 or 70, entered the Bible College of Kentucky University at Lexington, Ky., to prepare himself to preach and teach. Returning from college, he was married on Sept. 3, 1873, to Miss Anna E. Hannah. She was a faithful wife, a true help-meet to him, and at her death, a few years ago, left him the care of their two little girls. He was true to his trust and strove to do his whole duty to them as a father. He left them models of Christian training, members of the church, brought in under his own ministry, and baptized by his own hands.

Lynville Academy was founded by Bro. Campbell, and for nine years he was its principal. As a teacher, he was unusually efficient and universally popular. From the first, the school grew in favor and was a success, being the means of great good to the community and the surrounding country. During this period he preached for the church at Lynnville, which was always blessed under his ministration. If he injured them in any way, it was by laboring for them without pay. This he did with the view of enabling them to help the more, those without preaching around them who were unable to pay for it. He greatly desired them to do missionary work.

A few traits of his character may be given with profit. He was a man of remarkable strong will-power. Whatever he resolved to do he Did. His motto was, I will. And hence we find him possessed of marvelous self-control, forcing himself to take regular exercise at any sacrifice of physical feeling, and holding himself to the most rigid rules of diet. Thus, with his body kept under and disciplined into subjection, his health was the better preserved, his life prolonged and he enabled to do so much and such efficient work as a preacher and teacher through years of suffering and invalidism. Since he did so much, we should be greatly encouraged, who have not his hindrances.

Another marked trait in his character was great reverence for the Word of God, and hence we find his strong will lovingly resigned to the Divine will in all things, while he diligently exercised himself to have always a conscience void of offence toward God and man. All respected and loved him for he was an example of the believers, in word, in manner of life, in faith, in purity. He was unusually energetic and industrious. All his time was wisely used in good work. Under the influence of the energy and industry for which he was so noted, he no doubt over-taxed his strength to some extent. But he greatly desired to do all he could and was determined at least to be on the safe side. Few work too much. As a preacher, he endeavored to obey Pauls instruction to Timothy, mediate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all; and in business, his exhortation to the Roman brethren, Be not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord. And faithful he was in this obedience.

To these he added the virtue of frugality. While he received nothing for preaching, by close attention he made some money by teaching. Being able and ever ready to help those in need, he was always a very kind and generous hearted person and grew liberal as he became able, giving from time to time as the Lord prospered him. Few men have been more charitable than he, and few have served their fellow-men more faithfully and efficiently. He was a public servant and blessing, and the entire community mourns his loss. The motto of the Court of Arms of the Prince of Wales is, I serve, so on the Christian life of Bro. Campbell, there was written in letters of love, I serve, and if as Ruskin says, he is most kingly who most truly serves his people, then was our dear brother kingly.

A large congregation gathered at the church in Lynnville to attend his funeral. The words of Paul, II Tim. 4:7-8, were chosen as a text, For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. 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 in that day and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. After the sermon a goodly number followed the body to Campbellsville to the family burying-ground where a large concourse of sorrowing friends were in waiting. On the top of a beautiful hill, in the early Spring-time when earth had received the kiss of heaven, we laid him away to rest beside his sleeping wife and with sorrowing, loving hearts, his pupils, with gentle hands filled the grave.

Abel like, our dear brother, being dead yet speaketh, or rather, is yet spoken of, for his works which were many and good, do follow him, and live to his praise, and as a blessing to those who came under their influence of his devoted Christian life. May we imitate his virtues and so live as to meet him in the summer land of bliss. May the Lord lovingly preserve and bless his two little girls, Ruby and Pearl, and keep them in the right way, through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed at the last time, and may he grant wisdom and strength and grace to their aunt, Sister Annie Smith, to whose care they are left.

R. Lin Cave.

Gospel Advocate, July 15, 1885, page 442.

Carson, William

Carson, Caroline

Brother Carson was born March 25, 1829; sister Carson was born April 3, 1834; they were married March 24, 1853. they were baptized in November, 1878, by Brother John Harris. Sister Caroline Carson died April 20, 1895; Brother William Carson died Aug. 20, 1896. On the evening of Aug. 19 he was in his usual good health, and eat a hearty supper, in a cheerful and happy mood. About 11 oclock he had an attack of colic, and was attended and ministered to by his neice; and, being relieved, she left him alone. Next morning he was found dead.

R. A. Hoover., Bellbuckle, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November 19, 1896, page 747.

Chaudoin, Randall

Randall Chaudoin, 65, died May 25.

Chaudoin was a graduate of Lipscomb University, George Peabody College for Teachers, and Middle Tennessee State University. His career in education spanned 38 years. He was serving as the minister of the Dilton Church of Christ at the time of his death.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mary Jo Chaudoin; his daughter, Joy Arnold of Murfreesboro; his sons, Jay Chaudoin and Barrett Chaudoin; and three grandchildren.

Interment was at Evergreen Cemetery.

Murfreesboro, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August, 2006, page 45.

Chisholm, Isabella

Isabella Chisholm, wife of Dr. L. C. Chisholm, was born on December 12, 1844, and died, at Anniston, Ala., on July 6, 1904. Her remains were carried to Tuscumbia, Ala., by a few friends, and quietly laid to rest at her old home.

I believe that her deeds of love to the orphan, her faithful servitude in managing her household duties, and, above all, her fidelity to the service of God deserve to be recounted for the benefit of the living. No higher praise could be given her than a true statement of her work on earth, but that is not possible in this short notice.

In childhood she was left an orphan and was reared and educated by her relative. When about grown, she was baptized, by Brother John Taylor, at Frankfort, Ala. In 1864 she was married to the writer, then a widower with six children, the oldest being about twelve years of age. This was a brave start for a girl of twenty years. But her work of labor and love in this new relationship was a marvel to many older heads. In 1867 the family moved from Tuscumbia to Nashville, Tenn., and settled near Franklin College (now the Fanning Orphan School), and worshiped with that congregation for nearly twenty years. Here her work in rearing and educating the children was so marked by diligence that Sister Charlotte Fanning said: Her work as a stepmother ought to forever put to shame the anathemas so often visited upon stepmothers. She never had any children of her own; but she was greatly attached to her youngest stepchildren, from whom she soon gained a mothers love, and a due parental regard from all. Her devotion to her husband was very great. She was ever ready to make any sacrifice to forward his interest. In sickness she was a natural born nurse; in misfortune she was patient and hopeful; in persecution she was the consoling adviser to patience, trust in God, and resignation to his will.

In the investigation of religious questions she always took a very deep interest. In the discussion of sect baptism, many years ago, she read everything written on that subject. She took much more interest in it than I did at that time, and I confess that I owe much of my knowledge of the subject to her. She soon took the position that faith in the gospel of Christ was the real issue and became very much dissatisfied with her obedience of faith. I tried to reconcile her, but failed. Although she had lived an orderly life for twenty years, she determined to obey the commands of the Lord, with full purpose of heart to enjoy his promises. In accordance with her own wishes, I took her to one of Brother Greens Lords-day meetings, on Rutherfords Creek, in Maury County, Tenn.; and he baptized her for the remission of sins and the promise of the Holy Spirit, as preached by Peter on the day of Pentecost. From that day to the close of her life she was a different woman. One thought dominated her whole lifeviz. If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above. No Lords-day meeting was ever forgotten or neglected by her. If impossible to meet with a congregation, the emblems were prepared and we worshiped at home. No one could know the depth of her Bible knowledge without discussing these in private conversation; for her voice was never heard in the public assembly, save in song of praise to God.

But her work is done; she has crossed the river, to await the coming of the loved ones. No infant ever fell asleep on its mothers breast more gently than she passed away.

Father, to thee alone do we look for strength to say: Thy will be done.

Husband.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1904, page 554.

Cocke, Margaret A.

Died, at her residence near Franklin, Tenn., Nov. 22, 1885 Sister Margaret A. Cocke, widow of Col. D. F. Cocke deceased, aged 63 years. The death of this highly cultivated and most estimable Christian sister is greatly lamented, and has cast a deep gloom, not only over her sadly bereaved children, who loved her so tenderly, and the Christian church of which she was so long an active, faithful, zealous and loved member, but the entire community in which so many of the last years of her amiable, beautiful and valuable life had been spent. All respected, honored and loved her, and long will her many virtues and precious memory be cherished. Five of the children of this dear woman survive her, three daughters and two sonsMrs. Josephine R. Winston, Mrs. Pauline S. Crockett, Mrs. Hortense C. Campbell, all living near Franklin and Messrs. John S. and Samuel Cocke, of Memphis, Tenn. Sister Cocke had been a member of the Christian church for about 35 years, and possessed in a very large degree, not only the confidence and love of the entire church, but all who were blessed with her association and companionship, and the religion which she loved so well, and which she had lived so faithfully, triumphantly sustained her in approaching the last river and bore her triumphantly over it, to the blessed shore of the glory world. Her faith never, for a moment failed her. She talked much and tenderly to her sorrowing and loving children, assured them she would soon have to leave them for her glorious mansion in the Heavenly country, exhorted them to continue to love each other, Jesus and his blessed religion, telling them, they would soon meet her and they would again enjoy the higher and more blessed companionship of each in the Christians beautiful home, in the deathless, world of the many mansions, where sickness and sorrow, pain and death, are felt and feared no more. Not long before saying Farewell she repeated with much pathos the 23rd, Psalm and seemed so much to enjoy it. This truly noble Christian Sister learned fully and happily to realize, that which the Godly Poet so beautifully expresses,

Death cannot make our souls afraid, If God be with us there

We may walk through its darkest shade and never yield to fear.

She would often repeat appropriate verses of many beautiful hymns and especially did she delight to recite the hymn that was sung long years ago, when she went forward to confess her faith in Christ. As she approached the end of her pilgrimage, she felt more and more that

Jesus can make a dying bed, feel soft as downy pillows are, while on his breast we lean our heads and breathe our lives out sweetly there.

Well may it be said of our sainted sister, that whether as wife, mother; Christian, neighbor or friend, her life in all its relations are beautiful. Let us not think of her as dead, but as now enjoying a higher nobler life, not as lost, but only as gone before.

H. B. Todd.

Gospel Advocate, December 30, 1885, page 824.

Coffman, James Burton

James Burton Coffman, 101, died June 30.

Coffman was baptized in 1923 and began his career as a minister in 1930 in Wichita Falls, Texas. He served congregations in Lawton, Okla., and Sherman, Texas, before moving to Houston. There he helped raise funds to build the Central Church of Christ, where he was minister from 1938-1951. He served at the Sixteenth Street Church of Christ in Washington, D.C., as the vice president of Harding University, and then began ministering in Manhattan, N.Y. Coffman held meetings throughout the U.S. and baptized more than 3,000 souls.

After retiring in 1971 and returning to Houston, he wrote a 37-volume commentary on the entire Bible, which is now sold all over the world.

Coffman was preceded in death by his first wife, Thelma Sissy Bradford; three brothers; and one sister. He is survived by his second wife, June Bristow Coffman; three daughters, Cynthia Shry, Mary Glenn Kochendefer, and Nancy Willis; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Interment was at Forest Park Lawndale.

Houston.

Gospel Advocate, August, 2006, page 45.

Cooksey, Susan Elizabeth

Sister Susan Elizabeth Wheeler, daughter of Alpha D. and Mary M. Wheeler, was born Aug. 1, 1869; married to E. W. Cooksey March 23, 1891; died Sept. 22, 1897. She was baptized into Christ about twelve months before her death. She leaves a husband, three small children, a mother, four sisters, and two brothers, who sorrow not as those who have no hope. We thank God for the Christians hope; a hope of the resurrection of the dead and the immortality of the soula hope which amid the sorrows and troubles of this life rises like a beacon on the shore of eternity, to guide, cheer, and console us as we pass through the sad and trying scenes of this world; which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which entereth into that within the veil; whither the forerunner is for us entered, even Jesus, there to make intercession for all his people until the grand purposes of intercession shall be accomplished. Her mother says in a letter: Dear brother, say all you can, and you cannot do her justice. Words cannot explain her life. My dear daughter is not dead; she is asleep in Jesus. How happy we will be when we all get home!

J. W. E..

Gospel Advocate, October 28, 1897, page 685.

Corlew, Jerry

On Saturday morning, July 16, 1983, Ripley, Tenn., Lauderdale County and this entire area were shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden and totally unexpected death of Jerry Corlew, faithful and able preacher of the gospel and County Executive of Lauderdale County, Tenn. He had entered Baptist Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., two days before for some medical regulation touching a heart problem with possible by-pass surgery later if necessary. The tests were gong routinely and he was in good spirits following a hearty breakfast when suddenly he experienced a massive heart attack and the best of medical help instantly available could not save him though he was in one of the finest hospitals in the country.

Funeral services were conducted for him at the Ripley church of Christ building on Monday morning, July 18, 1983, by Alan E. Highers and this writer. The second largest audience ever assembled in our building congregated to pay final respects to a great, good and godly man. Among those present were family, friends, community leaders, county leaders, leaders from several surrounding counties and representatives of state government in Nashville, Tenn. Extra chairs had to be put out to accommodate the vast throng who came.

Jerry was a native of this area and graduated from Halls High School in 1953. He served in the military for awhile. After leaving the Navy he attended Freed-Hardeman College, David Lipscomb College, Union University, Middle Tennessee University and the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa. He held two Masters Degrees from the last two named institutions. He was well educated and remained a careful student to the very day of his death. For a number of years he taught school and did counseling along with his preaching. For nine years he served either as County Judge or County Executive with the change of this office coming in his tenure just a short time back. He was community-minded and served in many, many capacities. His accomplishments and achievements were many. His name was permanently inscribed in Whos Who in Service To God and Humanity. He was very humble and never boasted of his talents or his many accomplishments.

His first love and foremost priority was that of a Christian. He was a scholarly student of the Bible and never ceased to grow in its knowledge and wisdom. He was an excellent student of the English Bible and had a good grasp of the Greek as well. He was a member of the Ripley church of Christ but preached most every Sunday elsewhere. For many years he taught the Wednesday night Bible Study Adult Class at our Mid-Week Service.

Jerry was successful as husband and father. He was married to the former Martha McBride who has been a faithful and talented help meet. Three lovely children, all Christians, survive. They are Steve, Carol (Mrs. Steve Boyd, and Marc. Jerry had one granddaughter of whom he was especially proud.

Alan spoke of him as a good man using Acts 11:22-24. I spoke of his leadership in so many crucial areas and the many qualities he adapted and adopted from great and godly Bible characters. He loved God, Christ, the church, the Bible, his family and his fellowman. He was a great admirer of brother Guy N. Woods and read with relish what brother Woods wrote. A prince and great man in Spiritual Israel has fallen. He was a true and loyal friend to me and I have sustained a great earthly loss in his passing. Tears stain my cheek as I pen this tribute. The world is better because he lived. He belonged to a vanishing breed of men, real men.

Robert R. Taylor, Jr., P. O. Box 464, Ripley, Tenn., 38063.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1983, page 539.

Cox, Willis Garrett

Willis Garrett Cox, a servant of Jesus Christ, of Middletown, Ky., departed this life on the morning of October 23, 1914, aged seventy-eight years, one month, and twenty-eight days. During his last years he had broken much both mentally and physically, and death at last relieved him, when he developed only the day before death came a case of pneumonia.

He was born in Shelby County, Ky., and was one of a family of four brothers and seven sisters, only two of whom survive himMrs. Margaret McDonald and Elder B. H. Cox, both of Middletown, Ky.

On May 18, 1871, he was married to Miss Anna Worthington, of Mason County, Ky. To this union was born one child, a daughter, Ruth, who is now the wife of Dr. L. D. Mason, of Middleton, Ky., and with whom the father made his home. It was from this home the funeral took place on Saturday morning, October 24, 1914, Brother M. C. Kurfees, of Louisville, Ky., officiating. Brother Kurfees spoke tenderly and impressively of the deceases reverence for the word of God and of his aversion to accepting any addition to, or alteration of, its instructions. His words ministered much comfort to the bereaved.

W. G. Cox came of a family distinguished for piety and religious enthusiasm, and so there is no wonder that of the four brothers three became preachers. He received his ministerial training at Eminence College and the Bible College of Kentucky University, and his labors were distributed principally among the churches of Mason, Fleming, and Jefferson counties, in Kentucky. He was a constant and careful student of the Bible and possessed unusual skill in teaching it to others. The writer, a nephew, who was associated with him as one of his pupils in the church school at Middletown, owes much to him as a teacher who inspired a love for Bible study and a loyal obedience to its commandments.

His death came as a relief from the sufferings of a diseased body that had incapacitated him for active work the last twelve years of his life. In the old cemetery at Middletown his body now lies by the side of the grave of the wife who preceded him to the spirit land sixteen years ago last April. Thus closed the earthly career of a godly man, whose example of faith and piety might well be followed.

William H. Tharp.

Gospel Advocate, November 12, 1914, page 1184.

Creath, Jacob

We have through Bro. Cave learned of the death of Bro. Jacob Creath, at his home in Palmyra, Mo., Jan. 8, 1886. We learn that his death was sudden, but have not learned the particulars. While his age warned us that his departure was to be expected at almost any time, still his death will cause a feeling of deep regret among the disciples. There are but few of the old pioneers of the reformatory movement now left. We presume there are none now whose labors were so active, and extended over so large a field, as was Bro. Creaths. He was in travels and labors abundant. He was intimately connected with the early planting of the truth in Kentucky, whence in the early days of the reformatory movement, he made visits to Tennessee and the South. He removed to Missouri, and labored much in building up the cause of truth in that state.

Bro. Creath has always been true and loyal to the Scriptures, and maintained to the end an unmovable opposition to all efforts to introduce human expedients into the worship or the work of the Church. He was loyal to the appointments of God, and had unshaken faith in their sufficiency and efficiency for occupying the time, means and energy of his children. Bro. Creath had remarkable strength of both body and mind. He retained his vigor of both mind and body to the end. His writings were noted chiefly for their robustness, vigor and force. But in his preaching he was frequently as simple as a child, as tender and gentle as a woman. This was strangely, too, connected with great irritability and irascibility of temper. He would rebuke and scold an audience on slight provocation, with severity, but present to them the gospel of the Son of God with the simplicity and tenderness of child-like faith in the Savior. I have heard but few preachers that could present the gospel with more simplicity, tenderness and love, than Bro. Creath. He had by nature an irritable temper to contend with: he made manful efforts to master it. He was pre-eminently a man of prayer. He prayed much, studied his Bible faithfully and constantly to the end of his life. And with his human weakness and infirmity, but few persons have we met who seemed to more fully during into the spirit of the Bible as presented in both its precepts and in the example of its ancient and worthy heroes. His life, his talent, his years from early manhood till he passed his four-score years, have all been conscientiously and with true self-denial, devoted to the service of his Master.

He leaves an aged companion lonely and desolate, to wait on the shores of time a few days longer, then to join him in the home where Gods children never grow old, and where all infirmities of body and spirit are healed by Christ, where sorrow never enters.

Gospel Advocate, January 20, 1886, page 38.

Crumbliss, Hazel Ruth

Hazel Ruth Crumbliss was born June 12, 1910, in Marion County, Tenn., and was schooled there, graduating from South Pittsburg High School in 1928. Her parents, T. D. and Annie Lewis Smith, were long-time members of the Lords church. She, too, became a member in May, 1925, being baptized by J. Bedford Beck. Her constancy therein never wavered.

In 1925, also, an acquaintance with this writer began (she was the only girl I ever dated) which progressed to courtship and marriage, July 25, 1930. This acquaintance continued unbroken for 60 years, ending only with her decease Nov. 18, 1985.

To us were born three children: Rosemary Sauter, a paralegal secretary of San Diego, Calif.; Judy, an officer of First American Bank in Nashville, Tenn.; and Joseph H. Jody, a physician of Abilene, Texas. There are five grandchildren. Her one brother, Mark Smith, is a successful photographer in South Pittsburg.

Married in the difficult times of the early 30s, she worked outside our home for a few years, but with the birth of our first child, she became a full-time homemaker, believing this to be her God-ordained role.

From girlhood she was active in congregational activities, teaching small children and women, and other appropriate functions. Hers was the principal influence in bringing me to Christ, my conversion occurring in December of 1933 in Macon, Ga., where we resided some 10 years.

Hazel encouraged me to preach as often as possible. After about seven years of training among several congregations, I decided to enter full-time local work, giving up the secular work I had previously followed.

In 1940 our family moved to Toronto, Ont., in a mutually sight un-seen arrangement in which I was to work with Strathmore Blvd. for one year. We remained four years. We were active in Omagh Bible School, a summer project now nearing its 50th productive year.

After Toronto came Birmingham, Ala., where our twins, Judy and Jody, were born. We worked there for six years with the Tarrant church. Then followed periods at Woodlawn (now Roebuck Parkway) in Birmingham; Tuscumbia, Ala.; Red Bank in Chattanooga; East Side in Cleveland, Tenn.; and Lake Hills and White Oak in Chattanoogaafter which came semi-retirement at the Hickson address.

In all these lifetime meanderings she was at my side. She was my loving critic, ardent supporter and unfailing companion. In due time, each of our children became Christians and are still worshiping with the church of Christ in their localities.

Her priorities were constantGod, Christ and His church; husband; family; friends. Her Bible was her measuring rod.

Perhaps the most exhilarating experience we shared was the celebration of our 50th wedding anniversary provided by our children in 1980. Hundreds of brethren, family and friends came to share it.

Also indicative of the impact she had upon the lives of others was the throng of people who came by the chapel while she lay in state. One chapel attendant remarked, In all my experience here, I have never seen such a display of love and respect for any individual.

A memorial service was conducted Nov. 20 in Lanes R. J. Coulter Chapel near our home. Interment was in Hamilton Memorial Gardens, also near our home. Her body was borne gently by selected men from among family friends including younger men whom she had encouraged and who loved her dearly. A grandson, Michael Crumbliss, 11, read scripture. William Greer Jr., a young preacher-friend, gave an appropriate eulogy, James Eaton an old preacher-friend, gave the sermon. Hack Baker, a Chattanooga elder, led a talented group in the musical portion, including Each Step I Take, her long-time favorite.

Unquestionably, the blackest hours I have been called upon to endure, were those shortly before, during and after her decease. Did I not know that she had lived and died in Christ, I dont think I could have borne those hours. But now, because of hope theres even greater reason for finishing the course and reaching heaven at last.

Raymond H. Crumbliss., 4339 Comet Trail, Hickson, TN 37343.

Gospel Advocate, December 19, 1985, page 761.

Cobb, Charles Edward

Charles Edward Cobb, 84, died July 8 after a lengthy illness.

Baptized at the age of 12, Cobb began his ministry at 16 at Stony Point Church of Christ. Throughout his life he served churches in Alabama, Florida, Arkansas and Tennessee. His final work was with the Larkinsville Church of Christ, where he worked for 17 years.

Cobb was speaker on the weekday radio program, Talks From the Bible. The program was broadcast for 37 years. He was also editor and publisher of a monthly gospel paper, The Tennessee Valley Christian.

He is survived by his wife, Charlene; sons, Sam, Mike and Jim; daughters Shirley White and Becky Knutson; a brother, James E. Cobb; 12 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Pauline Rowden, his sister Eula Lambert; and his brother, Gene Cobb.

Services were held at the Broad Street Church of Christ. Burial followed in Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Scottsboro, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, September, 2004, page 41.

Carthel, Mary M.

Sister Mary M. Carthel was born March 10, 1806, in Warren county, N. C., and died Sept. 4, 1885, at Mt. Vernon Texas, having reached the advanced age 79 years. She confessed the Savior and was baptized by Joel H. Hayden about 1840 and had lived an exemplary Christian life ever since. During the war she removed from Missouri, Texas, and has been one of the leading pillars in the Mt. Vernon church since that time. She raised five sons, all of whom are active members of the one body. She was especially the friend of the preachers, always remembering their wants and making them such presents as were necessary to their comfort. The church and community will miss Aunt Mary in a thousand ways; but she is now at peace in the arms of Jesus.

C. M. W.

Gospel Advocate, December 9, 1885, page 776.

Castleman, David

Bro. David Castleman, of Davidson county, Tenn., was born Dec. 10th, 1809, and died Dec. 28th, 1885. His wife preceded him to the grave about one year. He lived to hear the gospel proclaimed in its fullness, and obeyed it under the preaching of A. J. Smithson in 1880. Bro. Castleman seemed to possess a meek and quiet spirit, which an apostle tells us Is, in the sight of God, of great price. All of his children had reached years of maturity, saving him from the painful thought of leaving a number of helpless orphans dependent upon the charities of the world. Some of these are members of the church. May their sorrows draw them closer to each other and to God. May those of his family and friends who are out of Christ be persuaded by the loving appeals of the gospel to turn and prepare to live forever.

J. L. B.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1886, page 184.

Cathey, Rebecca

Mrs. Rebecca Cathey was the daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth Allison, and was born July 26th, 1797, in Gillford county N. C. She was married to James Finley, March 4, 1814, and with her husband moved to Maury county, Tenn., in 1816. In 1819 they moved to Missouri, and in 1824 they moved back to Maury county, Tenn. Her husband died July 3d, 1824. She lived a widow until 1835, was then married to Gifffith Cathey, with whom she lived until his death, October 17th, 1854. She died March 30th, 1885, being 87 years, eight months, and four days old.

In 1832, under the preaching of Dr. John Brown, she confessed the Savior and was baptized, and from that time till the close of her long and useful life upon the earth, she was a faithful member of the church at Catheys Creek, loved, honored and respected by her many acquaintances on account of her pious walk and Christian character. She was an attentive reader of the Bible and could repeat many passages from the Old and New Testaments from memory. She was noted for punctuality in attendance at the house of worship, until advancing age and feebleness prevented her from this great privilege and happiness. She was a constant reader of the Advocate for many years and advised her children to take it as long as they lived. She passed her declining years at the quiet and comfortable home of her son-in-law, James Whiteside, surrounded by loving and venerating kindred, including the fifth generation. She was blest with the unremitting care and attention of her only surviving daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Whiteside, and other relatives, who have the satisfaction of looking back to her example and precepts, and who can thus be encouraged to continue to seek for glory, honor, immortality and a crown of righteousness n the eternal life to come. The church at Catheys Creek, of which she was a beloved member, feel a pleasure in cherishing the memory of Aunt Beckie as she was called in affection by many of the younger people, and there are some who may read these lines in distant States who will join with us in this tribute of respect.

A. B. C.

Gospel Advocate, September 9, 1885, page 568.

Clayton, Naomi E.

Naomi E. Clayton, wife of Bro. S. M. Clayton, of the Gum Springs congregation, died at her home in Lincoln county, Tenn., August 25, 1886. She was born May 15, 1886. Obeyed the gospel in October 1870. There are no circumstances perhaps where death is unaccompanied with sorrow; but it is peculiarly sad when a mother and wife is snatched away from a weeping husband and little children, leaving them to grapple with the world. Yet it is a matter of joy to believe this meek and devoted Christian mother has gone to rest. Her labors of love, mothers toils, trails and cares and sufferings have ceased. Sister C., was sick only a few days, hence the great sadness caused by her death when we remember how well she looked during our meeting in August, just a few days before her death and how much she seemed to enjoy it. She leaves five little children, a weeping husband and many brethren, friends, brothers and sisters to mourn her loss, yet we sorrow not as those who have no hope.

W. H. Dixon.

Petersburg, Tenn., Sept., 23, 1886.

Gospel Advocate, October 6, 1886, page 636.

Clemmons, Mary E.

Died, at Benton, Ill., July 11, 1885, Mrs. Mary E. Clemmons, daughter of Wm. and Eliza Lane. She was born near Lebanon, Tenn., in 1842, was united in marriage with R. P. Clemmons in 1860, and obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Bro. Jesse Sewell, at Mt. View, Wilson county, Tenn., in 1862. She was a favorite in the society of the good and the true, possessing many noble qualities which ever endeared her to a host of friends, wherever her lot was cast. She leaves a husband, two daughters, a father, two sisters, and a very large circle of loving friends to mourn her absence.

Bettie Chapman Puckett.

Akin, Franklin county, Ill.

Gospel Advocate, September 9, 1885, page 568.

Cody, Rebecca

Sister Rebecca Cody was born in Rockingham county, North Carolina, Oct. 8, 1801; died Jan. 16, 1886; aged 84 years, 3 months and 3 days. Settled at an early day in Williamson county, and about the year 33 moved to Franklin where she has ever since resided. September 9, 1866, she was baptized into Christ by Bro. J. F. Brown, who was at that time pastor of the church in Franklin. Sister Cody was an honest, open-hearted, openhanded, Christian woman; industrious and vigorous, to a remarkable degree, until a short time before the close of her long and useful life. Pneumonia ended her earth life, but thank God she was prepared to meet the summons; and without fear or any misgiving entered the dark valley and shadow of death, through which she has passed to rest forever in peace. 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. Funeral services by the writer. Interment in Mount Hope cemetery vault.

E. B. Cayce.

Gospel Advocate, January 27, 1886, page 56.

Combs, Nancy

Sister Nancy Combs, of Campbellsburg, Henry county, Ky., fell asleep in Jesus the 23d of March in the 73d year of her age, after an illness of several days, during which she suffered intensely, but she bore it without murmuring. The writer has known sister Combs for fifteen years. During that time I do not think I ever saw a more devoted Christian. She leaves a devoted husband who doubtless will feel lonely, but the separation will not be long; also two sons and one daughter and four grandsons to mourn her loss, but they sorrow not as those who have no hope, for all the family are members of the church of Christ. Bro. G. H. Combs, known to many of the readers of the Advocate, being one of her grandsons. May God in his great mercy keep them all faithful and bring them to his everlasting kingdom, is my prayer.

H. W. Baker.

Gospel Advocate, June 2, 1886, page 344.

Compton, Kizziah

Died at Pleasant Valley, Texas, July 25th, 1886, our beloved mother and sister in Christ, Mrs. Kizziah Compton, after a long protracted illness and a great deal of suffering. Sister Compton moved from Monroe county, Ky., in 1854, and has lived here since that time. Has left three children and a number of grand-children to mourn her loss; also a great number of near and dear friends. She has lived a consistent member of the body of Christ for thirty odd years. We feel assured she has gone to reap the reward of the Finally Faithful. She departed in the 67thyear of her age.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1886, page 552.

Cone, Martha

Sister Martha Cone, wife of Bro. Lewis Cone, died at their home near Pineapple, Wilcox Co., Ala., June 28th, 1886, age 72 years and 14 days. She and Bro. Cone were married Dec. 5th, 1833, and in 1835 both united with the Missionary Baptist church where they remained 31 years. About 1866, under the teaching of the writer, they came out from the Baptist, and united with the Christian brotherhood on the Bible and the Bible only, here they have stood together with unshaken confidence, till she was called to join the happy throng in that beautiful home above. She was a quiet unobtrusive Christian; always delighted to meet brethren or sisters, however poor, or much neglected by others, they always found a hearty welcome under her hospitable roof and at her bountiful table. About two months before she died she realized that her time was short, and the ties that bound her here and to loved ones of earth must soon be severed, and

that she would never more be able to go to the Lords house to worship there and to commemorate His last sufferings. She greatly desired that this privilege be granted her at her home. Accordingly in the afternoon on Lords day a few weeks before she was called hence, a little band of disciples gathered around her bed-side and in a very solemn manner took with her, her last Commemorative Supper. Sister Cone was not only a good Christian, but an affectionate wife, a loving mother, and a generous neighbor. We sympathize with our Brother, bereaved of his companion in his old age, and with the children and relatives, but we sorrow not as others who have no hope.

D. A.

Gospel Advocate, August 25, 1886, page 531.

Cook, W. A.

It is my sad duty to record the death of our much beloved brother, W. A. Cook, who died Dec. 4, 1885. Bro. Cook was born Feb. 24, 1843. Thus while his sun of life had barely reached its noon, he was called away. He had just fairly entered upon his life work. He left his farm about a year before his death and began to preach with a zeal and energy hitherto unknown to him. His preaching was the outgrowth of duty; he never stopped to ask how much pay he was to get, or what would people say about it, the only question with him was, Can I go and can I do good by going? This was the measure of duty with him. I have known him intimately from boyhoods earliest recollections, and I can truthfully say, that in every department of life, from that early beginning, I have never known a truer or better man. His life, like a deep river, moved grandly and smoothly on; I do not mean that he never blundered, for such is not the case, but I do mean that he always did what he thought was right, regardless of consequences. His bitterest religious enemies regarded him as always strictly honest. In many a lifes battle he had been victorious, but the greatest of all victories was his victory over death. He conquered without a struggle. He met death with a joyous resignation never witnessed by me before. He knew of his death some two days before it occurred, and during that time he sent for many of his relatives and friends with whom he wished to talk about death and the future. I dont think I ever saw him happier in all my life than he was when death struck him. He said that all he would want to live for, would be the pleasure of dying again. He talked much, and earnestly requested that none should weep for him. Told me what to say at the funeral tomorrow. Said many people would be there whom he had not seen, and he wished me to tell them what a glorious thing it was to be a Christian. After talking to us all in this joyous way, he then called his family and friends, one by one, and gave to each an affectionate farewell, with an earnest request that each should meet him in heaven. That this last request of my dying friend and brother may be granted, as the last pulse of each is hushed in time, is the earnest wish of the one who writes this. To his devoted Christian wife who struggled so hard to weep not in his presence, and who will miss his coming so much, we extend our heartfelt sympathy. No human hand can dry those tears, and no human skill can heal that wounded heart. God alone has the power. To Him we commend you.

J. R. Farrow.

Gospel Advocate, February 17, 1886, page 104.

Cooksey, G. C., Judge

Died at Bowling Green, Ky., March 16th, 1886, Bro. Judge G. C. Cooksey, aged fifty-one years and fifty days. Bro. Cooksey was born and principally reared in Warren county, about ten miles from Bowling Green. In August of 1866 he became a candidate for the Attorneyship of the commonwealth of Warren county. Being elected to this office and fulfilling it with credit to himself and to the people in whose behalf he was laboring, he was re-elected the two succeeding terms, filling the office during the unbroken period of twelve years, whereupon he was elected to the office of Judge of Warren county court two successive terms of two years each, which would have been completed in August of 1886, had he lived until that date. But the most consoling of all the facts connected with his life and death, he tried to live a consistent Christian life. He embraced the Christian religion at the age of 16, and was a consecrated member of the Christian church ever since, and we trust died in the triumph of the glorious gospel of the son of God. A more benevolent heart never beat, a more forgiving disposition was never known, there are many objects of charity in the circles of his life whose voices of sympathy, as they tell of unforgotten deeds of benevolence, stand as living monuments of his goodness. His funeral services were conducted by the writer, his pastor, in the Bowling Green Christian church after which, having been followed by a long and solemn procession of weeping relatives and friends, his remains were interred in the city cemetery to await Gabriels voice and the trump of the Lord at the last day. Our loss is great, but we hope it is only his gain. May we all live in such an earnest discharge of our devolvent duties, in all the relationship of this life, that at last we may be enabled to exclaim,

Oh! Grave where is thy victory;

Oh! Death where is thy sting?

and be permitted to strike hands with him our loved one on the brilliant shores of eternal day. May the gracious Lord be very near sister Cooksey and heartrended little ones, and keep them ever in the brilliant path of Christian duty, and that their broken hearts may be bound and consoled by Him who can and does most sincerely sympathize with the bereaved.

S. Turner Willis.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1886, page 216.

Cox, Henry

With a sad and aching heart, I announce the death of my beloved father, Henry Cox, who departed this life Dec. 23, 1885, at his home in Dunklin county., Mo. My father was born in Nodaway county, Virginia, in the year 1822. He obeyed the gospel and was baptized by W. C. Huffman, and united with the Union church in Sumner county, Tenn., in 1866. He moved to Alabama in 1868 and united with the congregation worshiping at Berea in Limestone county. His association with this congregation was of the most pleasant character. He and my Christian mother severed themselves from that congregation and came to this State. He was an elder, and a man of considerable influence. As a citizen, he commanded the highest esteem and full confidence of all who knew him. His word was as good as his bond, and I have so often heart it said of him that when he said any thing, he meant it. He died at the advance age of 63 years, after an illness of long duration. He was perfectly reconciled to his fate.

K. C. Cox.

Gospel Advocate, January 27, 1886, page 56.

Cox, Rebecca

Rebecca Cox, wife of Robert Cox, was born July 16, 1808. She joined the church of Christ at Bethel, Wilson county, Tenn., in the year 1846, at the meeting that the church was organized. She was a peaceable, quiet, warm-hearted Christian woman, when she was in her right mind, but unfortunately she had spells of derangement, so that she had no reason at all, and she would continue in that condition sometimes for many months, and then her reason would return, and then she was the same quiet, zealous Christian as before. I have frequently been at her home when she was at herself, and was never treated more Christian-like by any one; and I have been there when she had no mind at all, then she would sit on the floor or ground and play with chips or gravels, or anything she could find, like a little child. She died on January 30, 1885, and I was called on to talk at her burial. A large concourse of her friends and acquaintances were out to pay a last tribute of respect to her memory.

J. L. Sewell., Lebanon, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 18, 1885, page 104.

Craise, Delila

Sadness broods over our community, as we have lost one of our true and tried citizens. On the morning of the tenth of July, at the residence of Bro. J. C. Allen, the spirit of Sister Delila Craise took its flight from earth and many friends, to go and dwell with the redeemed. Sister Delila was about seventy-six years old, she had been a member of the church of Christ about forty years. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Bro. Tolbert Fanning, who was preaching through this country at this time. Judging from what we have seen and heard of this sister, she is one of the purest of the pure. She was loved by all who knew her, and best by those who knew her best. While it is hard to give her up, we feel that our loss is her gain; that we, if we only live as God would have us live, we will meet where parting will be no more. May God help us all to live so we will be prepared for death.

Brown Godwin., Russellville, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, August 12, 1885, page 504.

Cravens, Nancy C.

Died July 30th, 1886, sister Nancy C. Cravens, wife of W. L. Cravens, daughter of Timothy and Mary Haney. Sister Cravens was born in Union district, South Carolina, April 16, 1827. She, with her father, emigrated to Yell Co., Ark., in 1839. She and Bro. Cravens were united in marriage May 30, 1847, making her his companion for 39 years and two months. Sister Cravens died as she had lived for many yearsa Christian. She was perfectly resigned to the Masters will, and expressed her self as ready and willing to go. She wanted to lay down the cross and take up the crown, that we are constrained to believe will be decked with many gems. She was modest, kind and gentle and loved by all who met her. In her the church at Paris loses a shining light. No, not lost, only her person is gone, her works do follow her, and are stamped indelibly upon time. The community in which she lived will long feel the effects of her Christ-like walk. In her

Bro. Cravens loses a devoted wife. Be of good cheer, for it will not be long, if you will hold out faithful, till you will be united again to her who has been thy helpmate through life in that world where partings are unknown. Remember, dear children, those of you that are out of the ark of safety that mother sleeps on the hill not far away, the little mound that marks her resting place should remind you of her love, her labor for you, and as you stand an view with saddened heart, may you ask yourself the question, am I prepared if I should be called, to meet mother in that happy re-union on that blissful shore, and claim that sainted spirit for mother once more? Blessed are they that do his commandments.

Robert Abernathy.

Gospel Advocate, September 15, 1886, page 588.

Creecy, Mattie

This morning, through a private letter from Bro. Brown Godwin, I received the sad intelligence of the death of Sister Mattie Creecy neeAnderson, of Bethabara, Ala. She was aged about 15 years and 8 months. I visited Bethabara in June 84, while there had the pleasure of seeing Sister Mattie enter the kingdom of the First Born. She was then a sweet, amiable girl of less than 14 years by two months, and well beloved by those who knew her. On the 31st of Dec., 84 Bro. Brown Godwin united sister Mattie and Bro. George Creecy in the holy bonds of matrimony. But alas! that form that for so short a time gave comfort to her young husband has been laid in the cold, cold grave. We only bid her farewell for a short time to meet again where there will be no more parting and shedding of bitter tears. This is one more bond to bind many loved ones still closer to heaven. We believe that her sweet influence will live though she is dead. Weep not for her, she would not have us to weep. We can go to her, but she cannot come to us.

C. N. S., Lexington, Ky., May 14, 1886.

Gospel Advocate, May 26, 1886, page 328.

Creed, Noah D.

Died , at his home near Waco, Madison Co., Ky., on Wednesday, April 15th, 1885, the aged minister of the gospel; Noah D. Creed.

Bro. Creed was 78 years, 1 month old at the time of his death, and had been a minister of the gospel for many years, having been a member of the church for 46 years. He was born in Virginia, but, at 5 years of age, came from Prince Ann Co., to Ky. He was first a Methodist, then a Baptist, but finally was content to be simply a Christian, a disciple of Christ. At one time he was a state missionary of a Baptist Association. He was very successful in the evangelistic field, in one year bringing into the church as many as 360 persons. Many hundreds were received into the church during his ministry under his preaching, but he kept no record of the number. He constituted a Baptist church in the house of Green Cox, near Waco; on the hill where Dennis Littles house now stands. This church moved to the school house at Waco; and afterwards built the church building now occupied by the Waco Baptist church. The last words of Bro. Creed were: All is well; all is well. Ill soon he at rest with my father, with my blessed Jesus. It behooves his aged wife, and children, and grandchildren, so to live that their end may be like his.

J. A. H.

Gospel Advocate, June 3, 1885, page 346.

Crenshaw, R. W.

Bro. R. W. Crenshaw was born in Barren county, Ky., June 17th, 1817, died at his residence near Hartsville, Tenn., Jan. 21st, 1886. He was baptized into Christ at the age of eighteen, and has ever since been faithful in the work of the Master. He delighted in reading the Bible and conversing with his family and friends about the precious promises it contains. He had lived at one place for more than forty years, and in all that time no one could say aught against his Christian character. All regarded him as a model Christian gentleman. He was kind and gentle in ever relation in life and will be sadly missed by all, but more especially in the family circle. Wife, daughter and grand-children have sustained an irreparable loss. His chair is vacant at the family altar, the words of cheer and comfort he always knew so well when and how to speak you can hear no more; but walk ever in the path of duty as did he, and ere long you will be gathered home with husband, father and grand-father where no farewells are heard. Blessed are they that do his commandments that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.

Gospel Advocate, March 31, 1886, page 200.

Cross, Anna

Died, February 13, 1885, in Franklin County, Texas, at the residence of her step-father, Bro. Isaac Vanzandzt, Mrs. Anna Cross, in the twenty-ninth year of her age. She was the daughter of Mr. C. L. Blanton, and her mothers maiden name was Lucy Moseley, at present, sister Vanzandzt. Sister Anna in her youth was a perfect type of all that characterizes that period of a young girls life, beautiful, innocent, gay, happy, kind hearted and true. I suppose she was a favorite with most all her companions. Not unmindful of her responsibility to God she took the yoke of Christ under the ministry of that beloved father in the gospel, Jesse L. Sewell, at Salem church in 1872. As a member of the church she was much beloved. Conscious of her imperfections she always felt her need of Christ, and during her illness often spoke of her attachment to him. January 25th, 1877 she was united in marriage to Samuel A. Cross, with whom she lived happily until he was stricken with consumption, of which he died September 21, 1883, not however until by her solutary influence he had been led to Christ. Left a widow with two children, she endeavored to brave the responsibility of their rearing, and was especially careful of her precious charge. Soon, however, she began to feel the relentless hand of diseaseconsumption. Medicine was of no avail. She fled to Florida, where she did not improve, seeing she must die she anxiously desired to see once more her children and friends, assisted by her brother and a new made lady friend whose labor of love to Anna shall not soon be forgotten. She reached home where in a short time she died. Calmly she passed away in hope of a blissful immortality. Leaving two children, a mother, and six brothers, besides a number of friends to mourn her loss. It was a melancholy pleasure to see a number of them at her burial.

Granville Lipscomb.

Gospel Advocate, March 4, 1885, page 136.

Crosser, Drusilla Keturah

Our beloved Sister Drusilla Keturah Crosser (Nee Barnwell) was born in Independence county, Ark., Jan. 29, 1868, where she lived till married to our beloved brother in the Lord, J. B. Crosser on the 22d day of October 1885. She then left the home of her childhood to come to Tennessee, where she lived with her husband in perfect peace and happiness.

She was the joy and pride of her husband, a true, devoted and pious Christian; if possible to be so upon earth she was faultless, her supreme object was to do good, to bless her home, to make husband and loved ones happy and to do good to all, and by acts of kindness and words of comfort, to carry light and blessing into darkened hearts and homes within reach of her. She was faithful in attendance upon the first day of the week, was teacher of the first class of girls in the Sunday-school. But it seems such a life is too pure for earth. There is a darkness now in the once happy happy home. She will cross no more the threshold of that home of which she was the light and joy. She passed away Nov., 16, 1886. On Sunday night that she was taken sick, before retiring to bed, she joined her husband in family worship singing in a clear sweet voice. Tis religion that can give, sweetest pleasure while we live. And God be with you till we meet again, these were her favorite songs. At one oclock that night she took sick (puerperal convulsions) knowing nothing more. Till 11 oclock Tuesday her spirit plumed for its heavenly flight, soared aloft borne upon the breezes of Gods eternal love to that glory land where she awaits the meeting of which she sang on Sunday night for the last, last time upon earth. Not for one time did our bereaved brother think that that would be the last time on earth he would ever hear his sweet darling singing Gods praise and that when he heard her again she would be clothed upon with immortality. But Bro. Crosser has the profound sympathy, not only of his own beloved congregation, but scores of other brethren and friends, who like the writer have learned to love him as a Christian and are deeply pained at the sad bereavement that has come to him. May the loving Father above be with the heart-broken husband, the stricken mother, and sorrowing brothers and sisters and loved ones, in this hour of their deepest distress and grief to comfort and sustain them under the weight of this great sorrow.

John R. Williams., Hornbeak, Tenn., Nov. 25, 1886.

Gospel Advocate, December 8, 1886, page 780.

Cummins, Martha E.

Died, in Tottys Bend, Hickman county, Tenn., sister Martha E. Cummins, wife of John W. Cummins. Sister Cummins was born July 26, 1846; hence, at the time of her death, was thirty-eight years, four months, and sixteen days old. Under the preaching of J. K. Speer, she obeyed the gospel when in her sixteenth year, and from that time until her departure to a better world, she lived a devoted Christian. The writer has known her for several years, and never knew one who seemed more faithful as a wife, mother, and member of the church. She leaves a husband, several children, and other dear relatives and friends, to mourn her loss.

J. M. M., Shady Grove, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 25, 1885, page 115.

Curry, John H.

John H. Curry was born in Rockingham county, North Carolina, Feb. 22nd, 1817. While yet an infant, the family removed to Davidson county, Tenn. When seven or eight years old, his father died and his mother moved to Wilson county, Tenn. At 15 years of age he apprenticed himself to a Mr. Drumon to learn the Cabinet-makers trade, near Brownsville, Tenn. He moved from there to Holly Springs, Miss., where he married Feb. 8, 1838. At his place he carried on his business for a number of years. At the age of 23 years, he was baptized and united with the church of Christ. In 1847 he moved to Nashville, where for a number of years he carried on the Undertaking and cabinet-making business. He was twice burned out and failed in business. He was a kind husband, indulgent as a father, and strove hard to give his children the benefit of a good education. He was a kind-hearted, benevolent man, fond of children; ready according to his means to help the needy. He was fearless of danger, and during the severest visitation of cholera to Nashville, was at his post and active in discharging the duties which the scourge laid upon him. He was an active member of the I. O.O. F. Some years ago he become offended at some action of the church, and while never losing his faith in the Christian religion, or his interest in the cause of Christ for a number of years he refused to affiliate with the church, but these difficulties had been overcome and he had for some time been in affiliation and fellowship with the Church Street church. He had been in ill health for some time and died Nov. 5th, 1885.

D. L.

Gospel Advocate, December 16, 1885, page 792.