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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Hunnicutt, Chester A.

On Thursday, July 26, 1979, the earthly phase of the life of Brother Chester A. Hunnicutt ended. It was the will of God that death, as an angel of mercy, relieved him of the burden of illness and infirmity and gave him rest. But our hearts are saddened and our spirits impoverished because of his departure.

Brother Hunnicutt rendered outstanding service to the church as a preacher and teacher. He knew God's Word. He was willing and able to preach and teach it. He had the wisdom to apply it to life. His advice and counsel were invaluable. He loved the church. It gave him pleasure and spiritual joy to attend its services. His worship strengthened his faith, deepened his love, and increased his hope of life everlasting.

Brother Hunnicutt was interested in the salvation of his fellowmen. He not only preached and taught, but he encouraged and supported others to preach the gospel and teach the lost. He was an enthusiastic and liberal supporter of Christian education and especially Alabama Christian College.

He was a kind and sympathetic friend, liberal and charitable.

He was a good husband, father, and grandfather. Doubtless, his children and his children's children shall "rise up to call him blessed."

Brother Hunnicutt, who served as a deacon, will be sorely missed by College Church.

A memorial fund has been set up in his honor at Alabama Christian College. Brother Hunnicutt loved young people and wanted very much to see a pavilion built in "Hunnicutt Park" located on the campus of A.C.C. The pavilion will cost $50,000. Already some $1860 has been given or pledged to this memorial. You can have a part in helping to fulfill his dream by sending your contribution to "Hunnicutt Memorial Pavilion," Alabama Christian College, Montgomery, Alabama.

The Elders of College Church of Christ Montgomery, Alabama.

Jon Hazelip.

Gospel Advocate, October 4, 1979, page 623.

Hunnicutt, Chester

Chester Hunnicutt was buried in Memory Gardens Cemetery in McMinnville, Tennessee, on Saturday, July 28, 1979. He died on the previous Thursday in Montgomery, Alabama, where he had been hospitalized for 92 days.

He and his companion Thelma had been married for 42 years. He is survived by two sons, two grandchildren, and a number of brothers and sisters.

Chester Hunnicutt preached the gospel for 56 years. Most of his life he worked in hard places like Cherokee, North Carolina. He spent many years in South Carolina and the mission fields there.

During the last years of his life, he lived on the campus of Alabama Christian College in Montgomery. He and his wife built a beautiful new home on that campus; this home will go to Alabama Christian College for the use of the Department of Home Economics.

Chester Hunnicutt was a true friend to so many. Jimmy Faulkner and I conducted the service for Brother Hunnicutt. Jimmy told of this man's life who was a "giver." He helped Jimmy Faulkner get started in business, and he and Jimmy were as close as brothers. Brother Faulkner is Chairman of the Board of Alabama Christian College and a well-known business man in Bay Minette, Alabama.

Chester Hunnicutt attended 52 consecutive lectureships at David Lipscomb College. During this period of 52 years, he has been a staunch supporter of Christian education at Lipscomb and at Alabama Christian.

Willard Collins.

Gospel Advocate, February 21, 1980, page 114.

Hunnicutt, Rowell

Rowell Hunnicutt was born in Dallas County, Texas, December 23, 1851; and within a few miles of the spot he departed this life January 7, 1940. It is thought that he was the oldest person born in the county, being slightly over eighty-eight. He had long been a member of the church, holding membership in the Pearl and Bryan congregation, in Dallas, perhaps since it began, or since he obeyed the gospel. He leaves many close relatives, even a great-great-great-grandchild. Failing health had confined him closely the latter years just across the street from Owenwood Church. He moved to that location when it was all fields of grain and cotton and the present streets were mere country roads. He said it was then a long way down to Dallas. The funeral services were conducted in the residence by the writer and Tillit S. Teddlie.

F. L. Paisley.

Gospel Advocate, January 25, 1940, page 95.

Hunsaker, Thomas J.

Thomas J. Hunsaker was born on March 12, 1837, in Edgar County, Ill. He moved to Texas in 1870 and settled near McKinney. He obeyed the gospel in 1872 and was baptized by Brother Wilmeth, near Vineland, Collin County. He began preaching in 1878 in Montague County, Texas, and preached at many places in North Texas. In 1900 he moved to Greer County, Okla., and helped to plant the cause in many places in that section. Brother Hunsaker made many sacrifices in order to preach the gospel and accomplished much more than the average preacher, though he began preaching late in life. His noble wife, Sister Ellen Hunsaker, who survives him, helped him to be such an efficient workman for the Master. They celebrated their golden wedding on March 5, 1907, and he was then seventy years old. He died on October 7, 1908. The writer was intimately acquainted with him. He was a splendid counselor for the young preacher and his life was worthy of emulation. He stood upon the promises of God, lived a life of faith, and has gone to his reward.

A. W. Young., Sunset, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, January 28, 1909, page 120.

Hunt, Carrie Thomas

Carrie Thomas Hunt was born on November 19, 1886, and departed this life on December 19, 1917. How sad the separation! But we sorrow not as those who have no hope, for we believe she is at rest. She obeyed the gospel at the age of fifteen, under the preaching Brother L. S. White, and lived a consecrated Christian until her spirit took its flight. She is survived by her husband, R. D. Hunt, and three children. O, how we miss her! But we realize that our loss is her eternal gain. Brother M. L. Moore conducted the funeral services at Polkville, and the remains were laid to rest in the Thomas burying ground. Brethren, pray for us.

Mother.

Gospel Advocate, January 31, 1918, page 110.

Hunt, C. E.

At 2:30 A. M., Monday, October 17, 1910, Brother C. E. Hunt, of Harrod's Creek, Ky., went to his long home. His death was caused by paralysis. All that a faithful wife, devoted children, trained nurses, medical skill, and earnest prayer could do was brought to bear to keep him with us; but God, who "doeth all things well," saw fit to call him hence. In his departure humanity has lost a true friend; his wife, a devoted husband; his children, a loving father; and the church of God, one of its most faithful members. But we feel that our sad loss is his glorious gain. Brother Hunt filled an office than which we believe man can fill none greater this side of his rulership with God. He was an elder of the church of Christ; and we believe that few men have filled that office more faithfully than did he. The paramount purpose of his life was to glorify God. To this end, he fed and clothed widows and orphans, educated young men for the ministry, and sent the gospel to those who were in darkness. Truly, "a prince and a great man has fallen." But his Christ-like example will live to bless humanity and glorify God as long as time shall last, and then in eternity will the noble deeds that he performed here shine as stars in his crown. The church at Worthington, where he was elder, feel that their standard bearer has fallen, but they have confidence in God to raise up another to bear the banner before them to victory. Of his immediate family the deceased leaves behind a wife and six children. We trust that the belief that they have a loved one in the paradise of God may bring heaven closer to them than ever it was before. May they not think of the absent one as dead, but as living the life that is life indeed. While here he did not prepare to die, but to live. One of his favorite passages was: "He that believeth on me, though he die, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth on me shall never die."

J. E. Thornberry.

Gospel Advocate, November 24, 1910, page 1311.

Hunt, James William

James William Hunt, son of Absalom and Susan Hunt, was born at Bladensburg, Knox County, Ohio, on March 15, 1860, and departed this life on March 15, 1927. He died suddenly while working in the field near his home. His remains were laid to rest at Fredonia Cemetery, where a large crowd of relatives and friends gathered to attend the funeral services. Brother Joe Miller spoke words of comfort to the bereaved ones. Brother Hunt moved to Arkansas from Ohio in 1890. The next year he married Miss Edna Virginia Willie Ransom, of Denmark, White County, Ark. To this union six children were born. The youngest child died at the age of two years. Besides his wife and children, one brother, several nephews and nieces, there are a host who mourn because of the loss to our church and community. Brother Hunt obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Bryant Mason, by whom he was baptized, twenty-five years ago. He had been an elder in the church of Christ at Bethel Grove for the past several years. He was sober, earnest, and diligent in the performance of his duties as an elder, always demanding a "thus saith the Lord" for everything pertaining to the worship. He was very careful in his deliberations, always weighing the subject in hand well from every angle before making a decision; but once a decision was made, it was final. Brother Hunt had many good traits of character, but the greatest compliment that could be given him, and one that would suit him best were he living, is this: He was a Christian. Brother Hunt was pleased to wear the God-given name and to obey the God-given commandments, and none other would he accept. The memory of such men should inspire us to do more for the advancement of Christianity and the upbuilding of Christ's kingdom, that we, too, may make our calling and election sure.

J. O. Yingling.

Gospel Advocate, June 2, 1927, page 527.

Hunt, Julia A. McClaran

At her home near Alamo, Tenn., on March 8, 1909, Sister Julia A. McClaran Hunt died in the triumph of a faith perfected by many years in the service of the Master. She was born on February 6, 1863. She was married to Mr. W. I. Hunt on December 28, 1884. To this union were born seven childrensix girls and one boy; two of the girls died in infancy. Sister Hunt was a devoted and faithful wife and mother, sacrificing her own comfort any time to secure the comfort of her family. As a Christian, she was self-denying and loved the law of the Lord and the service of God, although her affliction was such that in the last years of her life she could not attend church often. The last time she went to church she had to sit in the buggy at the window, not being able to walk. But she bore her sufferings patiently and always had a smile for ever one. Just a few hours before she breathed her last, she called all her loved ones to the bed, kissed them good-by, and told them to meet her in heaven. How hard it was for her companion and dear children to say good-by, and yet what a sweet hope that we shall meet again in the sweet by and by! To the friends and loved ones I would say: Weep not, for Sister Julia has fought a good fight and finished the battle of life, and has won a crown of life in the eternal city of God. Let us cherish the promises of God and strive to so live that when the summons comes we may be permitted to join her again in our Father's house.

One Who Loved Her.

Gospel Advocate, April 8, 1909, page 442.

Hunt, Martha

Mrs. Martha Hunt, wife of Samuel Hunt, a citizen of Lake City, Fla., for many years, but of recent years a resident of Dade City, died on February 2, 1919, and was brought to Lake City and laid to rest in the City Cemetery beside her husband, who preceded her in death several years ago. Sister Hunt was about seventy-five years old. She was always frail, but very industrious and painstaking, always doing her work well as an affectionate wife and mother; and as a neighbor she was quiet, peaceable, and useful, every ready to assist in time of need. For many years she was a member of the Methodist Church; but after hearing the gospel preached in Lake City by Brother M. H. Northcross, on April 18, 1908, she was buried with her Lord in baptism, and was ever afterwards faithful to her Christian duty. So long as she was able to go to worship on the Lord's day, she was present, and she died in the Lord. The writer conducted funeral services over her body in the house of worship in Lake City. May the God of heaven comfort the bereaved ones in time of trouble, and may her example and earnest pleadings, together with the guidance of the Holy Spirit through the gospel, be the means of bringing them to obedience and unto salvation from sin.

J. O. Barnes.

Gospel Advocate, April 17, 1919, page 376.

Hunt, Nancy J.

In answer to her Master's call, Sister Nancy J. Hunt left the scenes of this earth on February 19, 1909. Had she lived a few days longer, she would have been seventy-two years old. For fifty-five years Sister Hunt had been a faithful worker in the vineyard of the Lord. During the last year of her life she was confined to the bed, but the friends who come to that bedside heard no words of complaint. In spite of the intense pain which she suffered, she always had a smile and a pleasant word for all. There was never a more Christlike example of meek and patient endurance. Her death is mourned by many friends who will miss her cheering words and good advice. Her list of friends was large, for she was loved by all who knew her. During her last days she was visited by a host of young people who were anxious to show their appreciation of one whose example as a Christian has meant so much to us all. For her, death had no sting, because she looked beyond that dark Jordan to the land of rest Her mortal remains were laid to rest in the family cemetery near her home to await the second coming of Him she had served so faithfully here. Sister Hunt leaves an aged husband, six children, and a number of grandchildren. May they find comfort in the Christian's hope and live as she has lived.

Thomas Russell.

Gospel Advocate, March 18, 1909, page 350.

Hunt, S. N.

On October 10, 1911, Brother S. N. Hunt, of Lake City, Fla., departed this life. He was born in July, 1835. He had not been well for many months, but, with his strong resolution to keep going, was confined to his bed hardly one week. He was born in South Carolina, and came from there to Florida when a boy only six years old. When he grew up to manhood, he served honorably in the Confederate Army. He was for many years a member of the Baptist Church, but in April, 1908, he, with his good wife, learned "the ways of the Lord more perfectly," and both united with the church of Christ at Lake City, under the preaching of Brother M. H. Northcross, since which time they have kept their faces toward the heavenly Canaan. He was honest and just in his dealings with his fellow-man. One of the most industrious men I ever met, I have often thought he went beyond his strength and was often overworked. He was faithful in his attendance on the Lord's-day meetings and always occupied a seat in the front at Lake City, ready to speak out some word in favor of New Testament Christianity. He was always anxious to see the cause of Christ grow, and was grieved and disgusted when he saw any one walking disorderly. He grew better as he grew older. His honesty and sincerity in the gospel was of that rugged character which led him to speak out with perfect frankness on all occasions, which led some not so well acquainted with him to believe him to be rough and severe in his condemnation of what he believed to be wrong; but his heart was as tender as a child's. He lived a married life about forty-four years. He leaves two sons and one daughter, besides his wife and four sisters and three brothers, to mourn his death. If we will consider death in the light of God's word, its horror and gloom are dispelled. May those of his relatives who are out of Christ prepare for the change ere it is forever too late. May the Father of mercy throw his protection around his sorrowing companion.

J. O. Barnes.

Gospel Advocate, December 21, 1911, page 1495.

Hunter, Alice Hays

Alice Hays was born into this world on November 6, 1865; was born into the family of God in September, 1883; was married, to John M. Hunter, on December 29, 1886; and died on March 26, 1904. Her sojourn here was short, but fruitful. I had the pleasure of knowing her personally a little less than three years. During this time I was about her home a number of times, and can truly say that I think I never knew a person more consecrated and devoted to the Master's cause. We have heard many profess sanctification; but without boasting, her life was one of true holiness. I do not mean by this that she was faultless, but set apart in deed and in truth to the service of God. "My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth." (1 John 3:18.) In her great anxiety about the welfare of others she seemed to lose sight of self; and though never physically strong, she was ever doing for others. The elder of the congregation where she worshipedBerea, in Maury County, Tenn.said, while she lived: "For an earnest, devoted Christian, I would put her second to none." Written by her own hand on clean, white paper, and pasted on the doors of her kitchen, dinning room, and family rooms, were a number of passages of scripturesuch as Rom. 12:1; 2 Cor. 7:1; Tit. 2:11,12; and many others of like purport. It was said: "She never sat down to churn without her Bible in her lap, and as she churned she would study and teach the lessons to her little ones playing or working about her." Her home was five miles from the meetinghouse; but when at all able, and often when others thought she was not able, she was at the meeting, ready to perform her part in the worship. Then, in the afternoons (for at least a portion of her life) she would have her neighbors' children at her house, and, together with her own, would sing and study and teach the Scriptures. It was said that she never had any one about her home long, white or colored, that did not become a Christian. "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." (Rev. 14:13.)

J. A. Craig., Brentwood, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, May 19, 1904, page 314.

Hunter, Buford

Buford Hunter, twenty-five, an esteemed citizen of Robertson County, Tennessee, died of tuberculosis on Sunday, January 25, 1931, at his home near Cedar Hill. Brother Hunter was born near Adams, and attended the rural schools of his community. He was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hunter, of Robertson County. He was married six years ago to Miss Marina Hunter, of Cedar Hill, who, with two small sons, R. B. and Thad, survives. He is also survived by his parents; a sister, Mrs. Victor Manos, of Port Royal; and a brother, Charles Hunter, of Cincinnati; also an aged grandmother, Mrs. Lillian Sanford, of Port Royal. Until overtaken by ill health he was engaged in farming. He was a consistent member of the church of Christ. Funeral services were conducted from the church at Cedar Hill by Brother Coleman, of Springfield, followed by interment at Baptist Hill Cemetery at Adams.

Gospel Advocate, November 5, 1931, page 1397.

Hunter, Emeline

Sister Emeline Hunter was born in 1877, and died on October 16, 1907. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother M. Jackson on August 21, 1906; and spent fourteen months of humble devotion in the service of our blessed Lord and Redeemer. She has said farewell to this world, with its afflictions, with the blessed hope of meeting the pure in heart in the home of peace, love, and happiness. The funeral services were conducted by Brother A. M. C. Williams in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. To Brother and Sister Hunter I would say: Live faithful, that you may meet her in heaven and with her life in the presence of the Lord forever. Her seat is vacant in our church here, but we believe that earth's loss is heaven's gain.

Caroline Webster.

Gospel Advocate, November 14, 1907, page 734.

Hunter, Georgia

Died, at her home, at Carter's Creek Station, on the night of Dec. 20, Sister Georgia Hunter, aged 39 years, 3 months, and 19 days. Sister Hunter's maiden name was Jameson. Just sixteen years ago she was married to Mr. J. M. Hunter, with whom she lived as a devoted wife till summoned to depart. In the summer of 1890 she obeyed the gospel, but in consequence of ill health and the care of her children was not permitted to meet with the brethren as often as she desired. For two years she was confined to her rooma good portion of the time to her bed. Mr. Hunter remarked upon the day of her burial that she had been confined to her home for one hundred and two Lord's days, and that he had spent all of them with her save two. She bore her affliction cheerfully-never murmuringrealizing that it was only a matter of time. Her only regret was leaving her family. She leaves a devoted father, husband, and seven children, together with brethren, relatives, and friends, to mourn their loss. We enjoy the hope that our loss is her gain. One by one we go hence. May her father, husband, and childrenall of usprepare to meet the loved ones in the home of bliss.

W. Anderson., Dec. 25, 1894.

Gospel Advocate, January 17, 1895, page 47.

Hunton, Claud Byron Sr.

Claud Byron Hunton Sr. was born Feb. 24, 1906. He passed away Feb. 26 in Ft. Walton Beach, Fla. He served on the Miami police force. When he retired he moved to Avon Park. He was a member of the Lord's church and taught the auditorium Bible class for a number of years. A few years ago he moved to Ft. Walton Beach to be near a daughter and son-in-law.

Survivors included his wife, Irene A. Hunton of Ft. Walton Beach; sons, Claud B. Jr. of Tulsa, Okla.; Lewis McGilvary of Biloxi, Miss.; and Richard F. McGilvary of Atlanta; daughters, Betty Danford of Ft. Walton Beach, Jean Humston of Homestead, Fla., and Mae Keaton of Kenner, La.; brothers, Paul S. Hunton of Dallas, Texas; Phillip L. Hunton of Florala, Ala.; and Roy T. Hunton of Dunedin, Fla.; 17 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.

The funeral services were conducted by Billy Moore at 11 A. M. at the McLaughlin Mortuary chapel. He was buried in Beal Memorial Cemetery.

Claud was an excellent student and teacher of God's word. He also had a deep love for his family, the church, and he had many friends. He visited about as many sick, shut-in and nursing homes as the entire congregation.

Paul S. Hunton., 2525 Ohio Dr., Apt. 105, Plano, TX 75075

Gospel Advocate, May 1, 1986, page 282.

Hunton, J. B.

J. B. Hunton passed away in Miami, Fla., Tuesday at 4:00 P.M., February 17, after a long illness. A native of Georgia, he was born in 1880. The burial took place in Marietta following the funeral services conducted at the building of the church of Christ on Rosswell Road by Roger McKenzie, Sunday at 3:00 P.M., February 22. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary V.; four sons, Claude B., of Miami, Fla., Paul S., of Nashville, Tenn. Phillip L., of Rogersville, Ala., four brothers, Felix and E. B., of Marietta, Ga., Wesley of Atlanta, and Jessie, of Sulphur Springs, Fla. There are thirteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. He was an elder in the church of Christ for many years, believing and practicing, "Seek ye first his kingdom, and his righteousness." He would say, "For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." Phillip and Paul are gospel preachers. The influence of J. B. Hunton will live on in the lives of his children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Paul Hunton is known by many members of the church in Middle Tennessee and is held in the highest esteem. To our faithful friend, Paul Hunton, and to all his family, we extend our deepest and sincere sympathy in the passing of a beloved father, J. B. Hunton.

Ira North.

Gospel Advocate, March 12, 1959, page 173.

Hunton, Mary V.

Mary V. Hunton was born near Atlanta, Ga., July 27, 1883. She was married to Josephus Byron Hunton May 11, 1901, and lived in and around Atlanta until September, 1925, when they moved the family to Miami, Fla. For the past three years she has lived with two sisters, Mrs. W. H. Winn and Mrs. Pearl King in Atlanta, except for short visits with the sons. She was baptized into Christ by the late S. H. Hall. Mother and father were devoted and faithful Christians and taught their five boys by word and life to love the Lord. Father read the Scriptures and explained them, and on our knees we prayed together in our home every night. I do not remember ever hearing the question, "Are we going to church?" It was understood that we would attend every service. The Lord called father home February 17, 1959, and mother, March 12, 1962. They are buried side by side in the Marietta, Ga., cemetery. Roger McKenzie preached father's funeral. Stanley Blackman and George Yates officiated for mother. The scripture read was of the worthy woman in Prov. 31. The songs were "Safe in the Arms of Jesus," "Rock of Ages," and "Some Day We Will Understand," rendered by a choral group from the Marietta church. Those remaining in the family are Claud, of Miami, Fla.; the writer, of Nashville; Phillip, of Aliceville, Ala.; and Roy, of Valdosta, Ga. Heaven is more desirable than ever before.

Paul Hunton.

Gospel Advocate, April 5, 1962, page 224.

Huntsinger, Etta

Sister Etta Huntsinger was born at Campbell, Mo., on March 7, 1874, and died on November 29, 1926. She was married to Mr. Sam J. Huntsinger thirty-three yeas prior to the day of her death. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, one granddaughter, two brothers, other relatives, and a host of friends. She obeyed the gospel in her girlhood days, at about the age of sixteen, thus remembering her Creator in the days of her youth. Her faithfulness to the church was unquestionable, and her daily life was always that of a Christian lady. The church here has lost a member that will be sadly missed. She expressed a desire to live, a short time before she died, not because she was afraid to die, but that she might lead some who are near and dear to her by the tie of nature to Christ. The large crowd of citizens from the town in which she had spent her life, that assembled to pay their last respects, showed by their sad faces that her life had been felt for good. The members of the church here, who have known her intimately for years, believe that she is among the number upon whom John pronounced a blessing, because she died in the Lord. The writer made the funeral talk.

L. E. Pryor.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1927, page 334.

Hurst, Lou Grigg

It is with a sad heart that I write the death of my dear niece, Lou Grigg Hurst. She was born in Wilson county, Tenn., Sept. 27, 1863, and died in Benton county, Mo., Feb. 3, 1894, of pneumonia. She was baptized by Brother Shaw in her thirteenth year. Though I had not seen her for more than sixteen years, I know from her letters that she lived the life of a humble Christian. When first taken sick she said if it was the Lord's will for her to get well she wanted to get well, but if not she was willing to submit. She was in her right mind to the last. She called her husband and four little children to her bedside, told them good-by, and said she was going to meet her sweet baby in heaven. She died loved and respected by those who knew her. May the good Lord bless her husband and children, and help us all to live so that we can meet death as she did.

Martha S. Eichbaum.

Gospel Advocate, April 5, 1894, page 214.

Hurt, Benjamin F., Dr.

Dr. Benjamin F. Hurt, the son of Charles and Sarah Hurt was born in Adair County, Ky., Dec., 22, 1822, and died at Springfield, Tenn., June 21, 1888, in his 66th year. His second birth, was under the teaching of Elder John Furgerson, in the spring of 1847, at old Berea church, on Red river, Logan county, Ky., (The one that was burned) and ever lived a meek and lowly disciple of our blessed Master. His home was always the home of visiting brethren, and it was his constant effort to make them comfortable and feel at home.

He was actively engaged in the drug business, most of the time since 1847, but he never failed to go to his Bible to learn the truths taught therein, and especially so after his health failed, three years back. It (the Bible) was his constant companion until he became too feeble to read it. He had no fears of death and so expressed himself, frequently saying he was ready to be at rest with his Savior.

Yes dear Father, your children will never part from the divine teaching you and our dear mother have taught us.

Robt. L. Tanner.

Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1888, page 11.

Hurt, Emma

Another sad death has occurred in our midst. Miss Emma Hurt was called to her home, August 3. Miss Emma was a kind, good lady, about twenty-eight years old. She was a great lover of little children and Sunday schools. Her many friends regret to give her up. She was our newly appointed postmistress at Lim Rock, and had only been in the office about four months. Miss Emma was a very large woman and died very suddenly, having been sick only about six days. She was a devoted Christian, and leaves behind a host of friends to mourn her loss. Her parents have been dead several years.

Hornet, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, September 9, 1897, page 567.

Hurt, Jean Williams

Jean Williams Hurt, talk show host of WSVT radio in Smyrna, Tenn., and a former columnist for the Rutherford Courier in Smyrna, died July 30 in duke University Medical Center in Durham, N.C., after an extended illness.

Mrs. Hurt's funeral was Aug. 2 at Hermitage (Tenn.) Funeral Home and was officiated by Lynwood Mathis and August Ruff, ministers of the Highland Heights Church of Christ in Smyrna and the West Nashville Heights Church of Christ in Nashville, respectively, two congregations Mrs. Hurt attended before her death. She was buried in Hermitage Memorial Gardens.

Mrs. Hurt was the wife of John Hurt, author of the Hurt's Bible correspondence course series and special projects minister of the Highland Heights church, where the Hurts have attended since January. For the last 20 years she has taught teen-age girls' Bible classes and conducted a weekly married ladies Bible class while attending the West Nashville Heights church. She was asked often to speak to ladies groups and civic organizations and had written for Christian Woman magazine.

Very active in community activities, Mrs. Hurt served as president of the Smyrna Hospital Auxiliary for six terms, was on the board of directors for the Senior Citizens group and the Sam Davis Historical Home, was a member of the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities, served on the Smyrna Beautification Commission, was a past president of the Golfing League in Smyrna, and was one of the first women members of the Smyrna Kiwanis Club. Politically, she served as president of the Rutherford County Republican Women, was twice a delegate to the National Convention of Republican Women, and was a candidate for Tennessee state representative in 1986.

Mrs. Hurt is survived by her husband; a daughter, Teresa Searcy of Memphis; a son, John Hurt III of Hermitage; her father, Fred Williams of Old Hickory; and a grandson, Morgan Hurt of Hermitage.

Gospel Advocate, August, 1989, page 31.

Hurt, John M.

John M. Hurt Jr. died Jan. 25 in Nashville, Tenn. He was 59.

Hurt was the author of Bible correspondence courses that have been translated into many languages. He also developed the poster-of-the month program.

During the early 1980s, Hurt created and organized the first major clean-up TV campaign. The methods he developed are still being used today.

Hurt was a gospel preacher, Bible teacher and a school teacher, but Bible Call, a 24-hour telephone Bible question and answering service, was perhaps one of his most successful achievements.

The family asks that memorials be sent to Bible Call, P. O. Box 465, Smyrna, TN 37167.

Gospel Advocate, September, 1993, page 57.

Hurt, Mary Elizabeth Narron

Mary Elizabeth Narron, daughter of John Calvin and Angelina Narron, was born October 28, 1866, near Warrensburg, Mo.; departed this life January 20, 1945, at the age of seventy-eight. She was one of nine children moving with her parents about 1871 to a farm near Sedan, Kan., where she lived until her marriage to Major Harrison M. Hurt in December, 1881. There were no children born to this union, but they made a home for Myrtle Irene Schastzel from the age of twelve until her marriage to Earl H. Martin, now living in Pueblo, Colo. Major and Mrs. Hurt farmed near Sedan, Kan., until 1885, and then crossed the plains to Arizona by wagon train. They returned the same year to Kansas and settled on a farm east of Belle Plaine, later moving to another farm west of town, where they lived until the death of Major Hurt, January 25, 1927. She then moved into the city of Belle Plaine and remained until her death. She obeyed her Lord in baptism at this place in the year 1893, and was a very faithful and devoted servant of the Lord until the end. She taught many of the ladies' Bible classes at this place, and did a very active work as long as possible. Sister Hurt was a member of the first graduating class of Belle Plaine High School in 1889, and until the time of her departure was the oldest living alumni. She was very active in the work of the alumni, serving as its president one year and had a record of having missed only a few meetings and annual reunions until illness prevented her attendance. She was a charter member of the order of the Eastern Star in Belle Plaine, and received her pin for fifty years' service in 1942. She was also a very active member of the Belle Plaine Women's Club. She leaves to mourn her passing one brother and two sisters: William S. Narron, of Belle Plaine; Mrs. Alice Dolly, of Long Beach, Calif.; and Mrs. Lillie Chilson, of Payson, Ariz. Only the brother was able to be at the burial; she also leaves a number of nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the church Monday afternoon, at 2 P.M., in charge of Ted Norton, minister of the Emporia Avenue Church, in Wichita, assisted by the writer. Miss Edith Blankenship and Mrs. Elda Mae Craven sang three songs. Pallbearers were: Frank Martin, Harold Martin, Joyce Hollingsworth, Russell Baker, Paul Blankenship, and Georgie Lawless.

Jeff L. Stafford., Belle Plaine, Kan.

Gospel Advocate, March 1, 1945, page 143.

Hutchens, Millie N.

It becomes my painful duty to say to my friends and the readers of the Advocate that on the 28th of September 1886, my wife, Millie N. Hutchens departed this life, leaving a mother, five sisters, two brothers, ten children and husband to mourn their great loss. At her death she was 41 years of age, becoming a Christian at quite an early age she has been intimately associated with all the church work of our congregation from the first.

We were married Jan. 13, 1867. She was the daughter of J. M. and Pherby H. Pace.

Though dying at an early age, she was ripe for the change, her only regret being that of leaving her children and many friends, but we believe the loss is all ours and the gain all hers. She was born in Cumberland county, Kentucky, July 25, 1845.

E. P. Hutchens., Marrow Bone, Ky., April 10, 1887.

Gospel Advocate, May 25, 1887, page 335.

Hutcheson, L. T.

L. T. Hutcheson was born near Pikeville, Tenn., in the Sequatchie Valley, November 16, 1855. He died January 6 on his farm near Doyle, Tenn. He obeyed the gospel at the age of twelve, a Christian for more than sixty-six years and an elder for the past thirty years. He attended school at Burritt College. When his children were old enough, he moved to Spence, and all of his children received all or a part of their education at Burritt. When the administration building burned in 1906, he was very active in raising funds, and was the treasurer of the rebuilding fund. He was instrumental in establishing the cause in more than one community, and was highly regarded by his friends. He is survived by his wife, one sister, two brothers, and eight children. He was buried at the cemetery of the congregation occupying the site of old "Onward Seminary," where W. N. Billingsley began his teaching career.

John Hutcheson.

Gospel Advocate, February 15, 1934, page 175.

Hutcheson, Nancy Isabel Fortune

Nancy Isabel Fortune was born November 30, 1868, at Steen Prairie, Marys county, Mo. At the age of sixteen she obeyed the gospel and lived a faithful Christian life until the day of her death. On January 20, 1887, she was married to Richard Harrison Hutcheson. They came to the state of Washington in 1894 and settled near St. John, where they resided until 1911, when they moved to their present home, about seven miles north of Pine City. For several years she has been in failing health, and on Thursday, April 4, she heard the call to "come up higher" and found rest and joy and peace in the bosom of our loving Father above. She leaves to mourn her departure her aged husband, four sons, three daughters, four grandchildren, and one brother. The body was laid to rest in the beautiful Riverside Cemetery, in Spokane, Wash., to await the resurrection.

G. Henry Towell.

Gospel Advocate, May 30, 1946, page 523.

Hutcheson, Narcissa

Sister Narcissa Hutcheson, wife of Elder F. J. Hutcheson, was born Feb. 10, 1834; and died Nov. 6, 1896, having lived more than threescore years, nearly all of which were spent to the glory of God and for the happiness of others. She became religious very early in life, and took upon herself the responsibilities of wife and mother while very young. No woman, I suppose, ever discharged her duty more faithfully and lovingly in the various relationships of life than she did. She was the mother of ten children, eight of whom were raised to be grown. Seven of them are still living, and all are members of the church of Christ, and highly respectable and influential in their community. Some of them are very active in church work. Sister Hutcheson never had time to prepare for the lecture field, or to attend ladies' conventions and clubs. She was too busy for that in helping her husband, raising and training her children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, and visiting the sick and poor about her. Her name did not appear in the papers often, but it is written in indelible letters in the "Lamb's Book of Life;" and her memory will abide as a sweet benediction in the hearts of all who know her. She was a model preacher's wifepatient, industrious, strong in faith, and heartily in sympathy with her devoted husband in all his labors and aspirations. In his letter to me, Brother Hutcheson says: "I will have to finish the battle of life without her who has ever stood firmly by my side, a tower of strength." She was sick for several months, and suffered much; but, with beautiful resignation to the Master's will, she endured it all without a murmur or complaint. Her death was a glorious triumph. Just before the grim monster came, pointing upward, she exclaimed, "Glory! glory!" and sang, calmly and sweetly, a few lines. Soon afterwards she fell asleep in Jesus. Sweet rest! Sweet peace! What a beautiful ending to her faithful life! O, let us die the death of the righteous, and let our last end be like hers!

W. H. Sutton.

Gospel Advocate, January 7, 1897, page 12.

Hutcheson, Ollie Irene

Died in the Lord, at Spencer, Tenn., on September 13, 1908, in the forty-ninth year of her age, Sister Ollie Irene Hutcheson. She was the daughter of James Kuykendall and wife, and was married to L. T. Hutcheson on September 23, 1880. She was the mother of ten children, all of whom were present to witness her departure from this life. She obeyed the gospel in the days of her youth and was a consistent Christian to the end of her life. So her bereaved ones will not sorrow as for those who die without hope. On the other hand, they will think of her as safe among the redeemed; think of her as one who lived and died in the Lord, and who sleeps in Jesus, and who will be raised among the first and taken home to dwell with all the saved forever. Death is, therefore, no calamity to a Christian. To the bereaved ones it may be; but all is well with saints when they depart. And if the living will be faithful in the service of God through life, they also may go to the same home in glory forever. Let the bereaved ones, therefore, find comfort in these precious assurances. The faithful and true wife and mother has only gone on before; and if husband and children will follow her good example through life, all will go to that same happy home, where the praises of God and the Lamb will never cease, and where sad farewells will never again be said.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, October 8, 1908, page 654.

Hutcheson, Willie Sutton

Brother Willie Sutton Hutcheson, of Route 1, Pikeville, Tenn., was born on November 12, 1898; was "born again" under the preaching of Brother R. N. Moody during the summer of 1914; and departed this life on November 15, 1917. At the time Brother Hutcheson became sick he was at Lebanon, Tenn., in school, preparing for the duties and obligations of life. He was a fine, Christian young man. He was the son of Brother and Sister J. M. Hutcheson, of Pikeville, and leaves his parents and several brothers and sisters to mourn his loss. But they are children of God and know how to appreciate the following: "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." Funeral services were conducted by Brother Fred M. Little, of Cleveland, Tenn. May the dear Lord bless the loved ones of Brother Hutcheson in their sorrow.

Charles Holder.

Gospel Advocate, April 25, 1918, page 406.

Hutchinson, Mary Lena (Bain)

Mary Lena (Bain) Hutchinson, born of Christian parents in Norman, Okla., August 27, 1892, departed this life in San Diego, Calif., October 26, 1955, at the age of sixty-three years, one month and twenty-nine days. In 1904 the family moved from Norman, Okla., to Winfield, Kans. In 1906 she obeyed the gospel during a Bible reading conducted by A. M. Morris, at the Seventh Street church of Christ in Winfield, Kans. In 1910 she met the man who was to become her mate through lifePaul Hutchinson. They were united in marriage on November 3, 1915, by J. C. Bunn. She not only was a loyal and faithful Christian, but a loving and devoted wife; not content to merely share in the joy and pleasure of this life, but ever willing to bear more than her share of the sorrow, heartache and disappointment. She is survived by her devoted husband, Paul Hutchinson, one sister, Miss Iva M. Bain both of La Mesa, Calif. One brother, Claude Bain, preceded her in death a few years ago. Her body was laid to rest in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, Calif. H. M. Harriman and the writer had charge of the services.

Robert H. Bell.

Gospel Advocate, November 24, 1955, page 1074.

Hutchison, Ann

Sister Ann Hutchison, of Lascassas, Tenn., wife of Brother George Hutchison, departed this life on December 26, 1925, aged seventy-four years and one month. She obeyed the gospel early in life and was faithful to the end. She was a good wife and mother and had many friends. She was the mother of four children, two of whom died when small. Besides, there were five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Her son and daughter, with the wife and husband, are members of the "one body." Her husband and children were very kind to her. Her aged husband stands like a stone wall in defense of truth and right. Their family was given to hospitality, to which many brethren will attest. She had been an invalid seven years. Brethren H. Leo Boles, F. B. Srygley, J. W. Grant, and others who stand for the defense of the gospel, have been cared for in their home. Her remains were laid to rest in the family cemetery at Union Chapel, near her home. Brother L. B. Jones spoke words of comfort at her funeral. Truly, a good woman is gone, and the loved ones have grief, but not as those that have no hope.

Jarratt L. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, June 10, 1926, page 546.

Hutchison, Emma Bell

Sister Emma Bell Hutchison, daughter of Bro. John and sister Sylvester Jones, formerly of Stewart county, Tenn., but now of Denton county, Texas fell asleep in Jesus at her home near Krum, Texas, on the first day of August 1891. She was born in Stewart county, Tenn., April 4, 1859. She was baptized by Bro. Elonzo Despain in 1878, and was married to Bro. Hutchison in 1876. She died as she had lived, a devoted Christian, an affectionate daughter, a loving wife and mother. She leaves an aged father and mother that will soon join her in her happy rest. Brothers and sisters with a loving husband and dear little ones and many friends deeply mourn her loss. To us she is departed, but not dead. She leaves in the hearts of all who knew her best, and may that life that she now lives be a guardian angel to lead a loving husband and dear little ones to that peaceful rest that she now enjoys and finally to see that God that only the pure in heart can see.

F. G. Ribble., Bolivar, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, September 9, 1891, page 575.

Hutchison, James E.

Hutchison, Loretta King

James E. Hutchison was born on July 2, 1872, and died on July 5, 1913. His wife, Loretta King Hutchison, was born October 3, 1877, and died on July 6, 1913. They were married in September, 1895. Their lives went out very close togetherabout twenty-four hours apart. Brother Hutchison died from a complication of diseases; Sister Hutchison died from a serious surgical operation. James Hutchison obeyed the gospel early in life, but soon wandered from duty. But he was shown the folly of such a course, and returned to the church and lived a consistent Christian life till death. He was held in high esteem by the church and the entire community. He was a loving husband and a devoted father. Loretta obeyed the gospel at the age of fifteen. She was obedient as a child; and this principle never left her when she came into the church. She was ever true to the Christian principles till death. A true wife and a devoted mother has gone to her reward. While the two bodies lay in the church house at Richmond, Brother E. D. Carlile and the writer spoke words of comfort. They were buried in the same grave. They left four children; but, thanks to the Giver of all good, they are to be reared by Christian people.

B. F. Hart.

Gospel Advocate, November 27, 1913, page 1174.

Hutson, Hazel Dell Cox

Hazel Dell Cox Hutson, the youngest daughter of E. H. and Beulah Cox, was born at Whitesboro, Texas, July 11, 1900. While she was a child of two years her parents moved to Marshall County, Oklahoma (at that time Indian Territory). She grew to womanhood near Kingston. There her brother, the writer, baptized her in the spring of 1916. Before her obedience to the gospel, she was a pure, good girl; after her obedience, she grew in grace and knowledge of the Christ. For several years she taught school in Oklahoma and New Mexico. In 1926 she was married to Earnest H. Hutson, of Los Angelis, Calif. She departed this life on October 9, 1931. She is survived by her husband and two children, a girl of five and a boy of three. May the Father bless them. She never wavered in faith; she was true to Christ unto the end. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord." Our good brother, E. H. Ijams, of Los Angeles, was God's ministering servant who spoke the last words of consolation.

Frank L. Cox.

Gospel Advocate, February 25, 1932, page 254.

Hutson, Thaddeus Stevens

The following obituary was written by Brother Hutson himself for himself. I give it here because of its personal appeal to many others as well as myself.

"Thaddeus Stevens Hutson son of John and Martha Jane Hutson, was born in Delaware County, Ind., June 22, 1867. He was married to Iona Grissom, December 22, 1897, who twenty-three years later preceded him to the spirit world. There was born unto them one daughter, Virgie M. Flick. He was married to Mrs. Dollie O. Stanley, June 22, 1921, who still survives him. He had been a preacher of the gospel for fifty-six years. He has conducted protracted meetings in nineteen states and engaged in public discussions in seven states, and has made several trips into Canada. He has contributed to several religious journals, and is the author of several tracts and two volumes of poems. His labors on earth are over. He trusted in the mercy of God and fully acknowledged his need of mercy."

I spoke on the occasion of Brother Hutson's funeral at the Lynn Street Church on Tuesday, July 25, 1944, where Brother Hutson was the regular evangelist for a number of years. Brother Hutson has done a great work in his day. I loved and respected him as a father, and he loved me as a son. He loved the church, and was regular to attend church services even after his afflictions were great. We shall miss him very much, but we are strong in believing that it was much better for this dear brother to pass on to the Christian's rest.

Our love and sympathies are with all his loved ones. Besides myself, the funeral services were attended by the following preachers: H. W. Bankes, Fred Dennis, E. G. Rockliffe, Harold Bankes, Boyd Fanning, Lewis Smith, K. W. Franklin, Paul Hall, and Charles Plum. My sermon subject was, "A Prince and a Great Man." H. W. Bankes read the lesson. Brother Dennis offered prayer.

Brother Hutson was taken to Washington, Ind., for additional services and burial.

C. D. Plum.

Gospel Advocate, August 17, 1944, page 547.

Hutto, Mrs. G. J.

Sister Hutto was the wife of Brother G. J. Hutto. Their home was about six miles from Bushnell, Fla. They lived happily together until June 26, 1893, when she died, a period of about seven years. Both of them were members of the Baptist Church, but on hearing Brother Bryant preach they were converted and freely accepted the more perfect way. This brought about a radical change in their religious lives. When Brother Bryant went back they were to a great extent left without any one to teach or feed them. Persecutions arose. It was hard for them to stand, but they finally made a firm decision to contend for the truth as it is in Christ Jesus. Misrepresentations of the Church of Christ were brought to bear. They made the scriptures their source of instruction and consolation. They soon learned the persecution was on account of ignorance, and that they should look upon them with pity and study to cultivate a Christlike spirit in themselves. This soon made its impress upon the minds of the people. They were constantly pressing forward toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. They were not surrounded with favorable opportunities, as some would consider. Often have they met upon Lord's days to discharge their duty, traveling four or five miles, when none but they would be there, yet they were not discouraged. Sister Hutto was a good keeper at home, liberal, economical, and diligent. She loved the word of God, and tried to exemplify its teaching in her life. She wanted others brought to the marvelous light of Christ and to do this she learned that she must let her light shine before men, that they might see her good works, and glorify her Father in heaven. There ware a great many brothers and sisters who seem to think they have nothing to do. We are commanded to let our lights shine. It matters not where we may be, the opportunity is given. The more obscure you may be, the greater the demand to let your light shine. These lines of memory, I trust, will encourage other sisters to draw close about them the whole armor of God, which will enable them to build a character that will give them hope while living, and consolation in death.

L. L. Sutton.

Gospel Advocate, October 24, 1895, page 685.

Hyde, Cornelia

Sister Cornelia Hyde, wife of Brother Hiram Hyde, died of pneumonia on May 13, 1911, at the home of her son-in-law, Brother Bill McCaleb, of New River, Ala. She was sick only about one week. She was about sixty-six years of age. According to her son's statement, she obeyed the gospel years ago, under the preaching of Brother J. H. Halbrook. She met with the brethren at Cleveland for a long time and was true to the cause, and the brethren at New River say she was always at her post of duty there. Funeral services were conducted by Brother James Naid, assisted by Brother N. A. Tipton, after which her body was laid to rest in the New River cemetery.

M. P. Bailey.

Gospel Advocate, June 15, 1911, page 666.

Hyde, Rosa B.

On April 9, 1919, the angel of death went into the home of Brother Robert Hyde, of Wyatt, Miss., and took away Rosa B. Hyde, his wife. Sister Hyde was born on August 13, 1886, and was married to Brother Hyde on August 12, 1906. A few days after she became the wife of Brother Hyde she obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Jasper Dunn. She was a loyal Christian. In her home she never tired in her efforts to bring sunshine and happiness. She will be missed in her home, in the community, and in the church. She is survived by her husband, four bright little girls, and three brothers. The funeral services were conducted by the writer. Her life was one of beauty and devotion here, but it will be more beautiful "over there."

J. P. Lowrey.

Gospel Advocate, July 10, 1919, page 666.

Harrison, Sarah Edna Pettett

Sarah Edna Pettett was born in Tuscumbia, Ala., July 12, 1888. She grew to womanhood in the Tri-Cities. Later, with her parents, she moved to the community east of the Tri-Cities known as Ford City. Here she became a Christian under the preaching of the late William Behel. Shortly after she became a Christian she married W. G. Harrison, one of the best men that Colbert County ever had. I think of Sister Harrison as one of the Lords great women of whom the world has little knowledge. She was not known far from home, having spent her whole life in Colbert County. She was the mother of six children, two girls and four boys. Sister Harrison lived in the church for about forty-four years. She was an invalid for about twenty-five years. I knew her during the last sixteen years of her life. As long as she was able she was careful always to be at her post of duty and rejoiced in the progress of the Lords work. Brother Harrison is a gospel preacher. Even in her afflicted condition she gladly as best she could held up his hands and assumed control of the household affairs in order for him to be able to preach the gospel. Everybody who knew her, sectarian, saint or sinner, loved Sister Harrison, as was evidenced by the large congregation present on the occasion of her funeral. Sister Harrison died in April and was laid to rest in the cemetery near the church house where she lived. At the request of the family I tried to speak words of comfort to the bereaved loved ones.

Van A. Bradley.

Gospel Advocate, October 8, 1953, page 670.

Hatfield, Mary Helen

Died, recently, at her fathers home, in Wilkinson County, Miss., a lovely Christian womanMary Helen Netterville, daughter of C. Netterville and his wife, Mary L. Netterville. Helen became a Christian when only nine years old. For some years she had lived in Vicksburg, Miss., doing stenographic work. She was loved by many and admired by all. A man who was opposed to girls working away from home said: If all girls were like Miss Netterville, I think all might do office work. She was married in January to H. Hatfield, who is not a Christian; but she loved him and he loved her. She said: I believe Christians ought to meet to worship every Lords day, and I am putting myself where I know I cannot do so. I dont know what makes me do it. Ah, loved one, the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak; and God is merciful. Helens sufferings were very great, agonizing to her and to the beloved friends who ministered to her, and to mamma, who was constantly called on to be near her; but God answered our prayers and she went to sleep in Jesus, so peacefully, so tranquilly, so quietly, as she had always lived.

Gospel Advocate, July 23, 1914, page 800.

Henley, Ralph T.

Ralph T. Henley, 82, died Nov. 25.

Henley was a minister of the gospel for 57 years, preaching Gods Word in Tennessee, Georgia, South Carolina, Florida and in the countries of Israel, Greece and Turkey. He re-established the church in Jerusalem in 1960. He graduated from Lipscomb University and received a masters degree from George Peabody College and later taught at Lipscomb and Izmir University.

In November 1999 Henley was honored in the Gospel Advocate in Trailblazers: 100 Servant Leaders in the Church during the 20th Century.

Henley is survived by his wife of 59 years, Helen White Henley; six children, Thomas O. Henley, Susan Henley Feher, Judy Henley Jordan, Clint E. Henley, Athens Clay Henley and Peter E. Henley; 19 grandchildren; and three sisters, Juanita Malone, Corinne Jay and Doris Ann Thompson.

Interment was Nov. 29 at the Chattanooga Memorial Gardens.

Chattanooga, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, January, 2006, page 41.

Henry, Florence Belle

Florence Belle Thompson was born at Mars Hill, Ala., December 5, 1870. She was one of the brightest and best of the Mars Hill pupils. While yet but a little child, she consecrated her life to the service of the Lord. She was faithful and true, from that blessed day to the day of her departure, in the discharge of all the duties implied in her solemn vow of sacred consecration to him who died that we might live. June 10, 1890, she was married to our beloved Bro. A. C. Henry, Jr., at the place of her birth. March 22, 1891, she breathed her final farewell to the sorrows of time, at her home in Florence. Twenty-four hours after her sufferings ceased, her body was buried in the Mars Hill family burial ground, the beautiful bridal dress worn by the happy child only a few brief months ago being the burial robe worn by the body of the departed saint. My dear, blessed, beloved children: How rapidly we are passing away! Flittingflittingflitting, like shadows away! How brief the time since Florence was the bright, blessed, happy, little baby girl of our sacred school. A little ray of Sunshine. Now she is gone. A few more daysor years, at mostand we shall all be gone. Are you ready? Are we ready? Though you are no longer together at Marss Hill, but are scatted throughout the length and breadth of the land, your anxious teacher ceases not to care for you, to pray for you, to love you. Let us all be pure and true and good, andsome sweet daywe shall meet, to part no more.

T. B. L., Florence, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, April 8, 1891, page 211.

Hickerson, Joe Malone

Joe Malone Hickerson, 66, died July 22.

Hickerson was a retired dairy farmer who served as a deacon and teacher of the West Wing Bible class at the Church Street Church of Christ.

He is survived by his wife, Shelva Brown Hickerson of Cornersville; his sons, Dwight Hickerson of Cornersville and Kyle Hickerson of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; his daughters, Susan Whitehead of Lewisburg, Tenn. and Jolie Richardson of Shelbyville, Tenn.; his sister, Nancy Pitts of Franklin, Tenn.; and eight grandchildren.

Interment was July 24 at the Lone Oak Cemetery.

Cornersville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2005, page 41.

Hickman, Mary Ann

Mary Ann Weatherford was born on December 9, 1831; was married to J. K. Hickman on September 23, 1847; and departed this life on April 26, 1905. She had been a widow forty-three years. She left six children, thirty grandchildren, and twenty-five great-grandchildren to mourn their loss. There has not lived in this community a more remarkable woman. When her husband died, she was left with a large family of children, and so well did she manage the affairs of the home and farm that her children were kept together until they went out into homes of their own. Later on she took charge of two orphan grandchildren made a home for them as long as she lived. Her life was spent in looking after the welfare of her children and grandchildren. Sister Hickman was a consistent member of the Christian Church for thirty-one years. For nearly one year before her death she was confined to her bed. She was a patient sufferer and cheerful under all of her afflictions. Her light afflictions, which were but for a moment, worked out for her a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. A large concourse of friends stood with her children around her grave and paid the last tribute of respect to one they had known and loved and had lost a while. The funeral services were conducted at the grave by Elder S. R. Logue, assisted by George E. Eubank.

Gospel Advocate, May 11, 1905, page 302.

Hooper, Nannie Mitchell

Miss Nannie Mitchell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell, was born in Davidson County, Tenn., on January 20, 1877; was born again in October, 1891, under the preaching of Brother Logan; was married to J. C. Hooper on March 12, 1898; and died of consumption on July 5, 1905. Those who knew her say Sister Hooper lived a consistent Christian from the time she was added to the church. She left two precious little children to the care of a loving father and a grandmother, who should look up and sorrow not as those who have no hope, remembering that earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal. I pray that God may comfort the husband, mother, and relatives in their declining years; and that the lives of the dear little boys who are bereft of a mothers care may ever fall in pleasant places, and that they may early be taught to remember their Creator. How hard to say farewell to loving ones! But while her pleasant face and loving smile will nevermore be seen on earth, it will not be long until we shall be reunited in heaven, and pain nor sorrow comes not there.

Gospel Advocate, March 1, 1906, page 141.

Hackney, Kenneth

Kenneth Hackney received a diagnosis from his doctor that he had cancer in the fall of 1982. He was the picture of externally great health at the time. For the next seven or eight months he was in and out of the hospital with frequency. Death laid claims to his feeble frameonce so strong and healthyon June 4, 1983.

Kenneth H. Hackney came from a large family. He was the eldest son of Walter Roscoe and Delia Christian Hackney of Mt. Juliet, Tenn., who both preceded him in death. He was born Aug. 13, 1929. He was almost a lifelong resident of Mt. Juliet, Tenn., having moved there from Old Hickory, Tenn., when he was a first or second grader. He attended the Public Schools in Mt. Juliet but graduated from Castle Heights Military Academy in Lebanon, Tenn. He was an outstanding football player in high school and kept himself in fine physical condition all his life until cancer hit him at the age of 53.

At age 19 he went into the equipment business working in parts, later as salesman and finally in office work with such Nashville or Middle Tennessee concerns as Industrial Tractor Company, Power Equipment Company and Thompson and Green Machinery Company where he was employed at the time he died. He was eminently successful in this line of work and made a very good living for his family. He and his good wife Nancy have always been very, very generous givers to the church and many good works.

He was baptized in 1948 by W. C. Greer and for more than 30 years was active in church work at Mt. Juliet as song leader, Bible School teacher, deacon and served a total of 11 years (1966-74, 80-83 or about 20 percent of his whole life) in the eldership of the great Mt. Juliet congregation. He loved Gods Word, had deep appreciation for solid and sound preaching and was determined to keep out innovations. He wanted the church to be strong and sound as the spotless bride of Christ where he served.

For many years he was a very influential member of the Wilson County Board of Education. His father had served on it before him. He served as both Vice-Chairman and later as Chairman.

On March 17, 1949, Kenneth was married to Nancy Cawthon, daughter of R. V. Cawthon, one of the truly great preachers of the Nashville area the first half of this century. Cawthon performed their ceremony. Cawthons own marriage ceremony had been performed by the lamented David Lipscomb with whom he had gone to school at the Nashville Bible School. The marriage of Kenneth and Nancy lasted for 34 years.

Kenneth is survived by his wife Nancy, two daughters, Leanne Hackney of Mt. Juliet and Lindsey Hackney McPherson of Hermitage; six brothers, Charles of Madison, Jerry of Nashville, Ernie of Fairview, and Bob, Pat, and Ronnie all of Mt. Juliet; four sisters, Mrs. Leona Hall of Nashville, Mrs. Thelma Sherrill of Old Hickory, Mrs. Peggy Modrall of Donelson, and Mrs. Jane Williams of Mt. Juliet; and one grandchild, Ryan.

Funeral services were conducted at the Mt. Juliet church of Christ building on June 6, 1983, by Willie Cato, Curtis Hall and this writer. There was congregational singing which was his desire. A great audience assembled to pay him final respects. He was greatly loved and deeply respected.

I knew and loved Kenneth Hackney for nearly 30 years. His home was often my home away from home when I was in the Mt. Juliet area for meetings, lectures or a place to spend a night while enroute to more distant places to preach. He often led singing for me when I preached. He greatly encouraged my preaching, teaching and writing. I preached his dads funeral, his mothers funeral, helped with his father-in-laws funeral and performed marriage ceremonies for some of his relatives. My ties with the Hackney family have been long, close and cherished. In his passing from earthly scenes I have lost a firm friend of love and loyalty. We have lost a great leader. In my message I spoke of him as a leadera leader in the church, the family, the community, the county and in the business world of heavy equipment.

We mourn his passing but rejoice in the hope of immorality that sustained him so marvelously and majestically to the very end.

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

Gospel Advocate, January 19, 1984, page 57.

Haley, R. S.

A goon man went to his reward when Brother R. S. Haley, of Lebanon, Tenn., passed away. No man is without faults; but God promises that, if we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9, A.R.V.) Furthermore, God has promised to give eternal life to them that by patience [continuance] in well-doing seek for glory and honor and incorruption. (Rom. 2:7, A.R.V.) Brother Haley spent more than a quarter of a century in living this kind of life. He was born on July 21, 1832. He was first married, at the age of nineteen years (in 1851), to Miss Caroline Carter. After her death he was married, on November 2, 1862, to Miss Sarah Jane Carter. He was left a widower for the second time only a year or two before his death. He died, on October 5, 1903, in Cincinnati, O., while on a visit to his son, Willard Haley.

Brother Haley became a Christian more than twenty-five years ago; and as it has done for many of us, Christianity did much for him. He was addicted to strong drink, but, like the prodigal son, he came to himself and resolved to quit; he said that others had quit and, by Gods help, he could quit. As soon as he became sober and sufficiently at himself, he determined also to forsake sin and obey Christ, which he did. From the day that he formed this resolution until the day of his death not a drop of intoxicating liquor did he ever drink. When on one occasion his physician prescribed whisky, he declined to take it, saying that his disease might kill his body, but the remedy might arouse the old thirst and destroy his soul. When on his deathbed his physician again offered him whisky, he declined to take it, saying: Let me die without it. This is a fine example, both in turning away from strong drink and in abstaining from it. Brother Haley grew in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; he studied the Bible, loved the truth, and delighted to hear it preached. He was for a long time considered one of the elders of the church in Lebanon. I shall never forget the

encouragement which I received from Brother and Sister Haley when, as a young preacher, I began to preach in Lebanon and the surrounding country. He leaves his children and grandchildren the rich inheritance of a good name. If they will heed his advice and emulate his virtues, they may cherish the precious hope of meeting him in heaven. Certainly, in their bereavement and sorrow they sorrow not, even as the rest, which have no hope. (1 Thess. 4:13, R.V.) How precious is the promise: For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also that are fallen asleep in Jesus will God bring with him! (Verse 14.)

This sketch is written as a memorial of a good man, and for the purpose mentioned by Paul: Wherefore comfort one another with these words. In the very face of death we rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory in the hope of eternal life through the Lord Jesus Christ

E. A. Elam.

Gospel Advocate, December 10, 1903, page 797.

Hardin, Daniel

Daniel Hardin, 73, died June 19.

Hardin was a missionary for 17 years in South Korea, where he planted churches and served as administrator and president of Korea Christian University.

He also taught at Lipscomb and Abilene Christian universities. For 24 years he was a professor of Bible, chair of the Bible department, and, for the last five years, academic vice president at Lubbock Christian University. In these capacities he trained countless missionaries, mission teams and preachers. He was the author of three books and numerous articles and conducted mission training seminars for congregations. He also served as an elder in four different congregations.

Hardin is survived by his wife, Joyce; three daughters; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Austin, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, August, 2006, page 44.

Hines, Jacob Lee

Jacob Lee Hines was born in Minervia, Ky., on Feb. 25, 1890. He died in Gunter, Texas, on Sept. 19, 1984, aged 94. At the funeral service, which was held in the chapel at Hilltop Haven in Gunter, C. L. Smith, an elder of Minter Lane church in Abilene and a close friend of the Hines family, spoke words of appreciation and encouragement. The body was flown to Mt. Juliet, Tenn., where he was buried by the side of his first wife, Nell, who preceded him in death by many years. He is survived by his wife, Virginia, sons Larry and Lee, and daughter, Jackie.

I became acquainted with J. L. Hines while he was preaching for the Fifth Avenue church in Corsicana, 1927-34. His work at Corsicana was among the greatest works of his life. During those years he made a tremendous impact on that city and surrounding towns. Although he was a diligent student of the Word, he did not spend all of his time closeted in his study. He got out among the people of the community. Practically everybody in town knew brother Hines. He ministered to sinners as well as to saints. He preached the gospel on street corners as well as in church buildings, in school houses, tabernacles, and in the open air.

I remember particularly a Sunday evening service at Fifth Avenue when he invited all the Jewish residents of Corsicana to be special guests of the church. His sermon topic was, Did the Jews Crucify Jesus? As a young person, I was especially interested in seeing what he would say about that question. He handled it by laying the blame on the Roman authorities who were agitated by admittedly some, but by no means all for that matter even very many, of the Jews. But then, he went ahead to preach a fine gospel sermon on why we all ought to examine our hearts with relationship to the question, What Shall We Then Do With Jesus Who Is Called the Christ? At the conclusion of his sermon, he invited any Jews present in the overflowing crowd who wished to respond to come forward and take the pulpit. Sidney Marks, a leading Jewish businessman of the community, came as a spokesman for the group. His remarks were very diplomatic. He referred to the speaker as Brother Hines. He said, as I recall it, I am sure that if everybody here will follow the preaching of brother Hines we will be much better people. Then he introduced a somewhat humorous note by saying, Brother Hines, after all is said and done, the only thing that will save a Jew is a good fall business. In a way this seemed to indicate that brother Hines had not accomplished very much with his sermon, but the fact is that he did convert some Jewish people to the faith. Furthermore, a principal result of the meeting was that he won so many good friends from the community.

I would like to see the church everywhere today follow some of the methods J. L. Hines was using 50 years ago in reaching out to people everywhere with the gospel. For too long we have been content in many cases to preach to ourselves.

One young man who was baptized by brother Hines was V. E. Howard. Howard moved to Corsicana in 1930 to become manager of a shoe store. Brother Hines came into the store one day and asked for a size 14AAA since he had a long narrow foot. After searching, V. E. had to tell him that he did not have a pair of shoes that would fit him. Then brother Hines, with a smile, said, but I have something that will fit you, and he started talking to him about the gospel of Christ. V. E. was baptized in the fall of 1930 and preached his first sermon six months later. One month after that he resigned his position with the shoe company in order to devote his life to preaching the gospel. During the last 53 years, V. E. Howard has preached the gospel throughout the nation; he has preached on radio stations whose signal has covered the entire United States plus a number of other nations.

Brother Hines baptized me in the spring of 1931, and started me out as a preacher immediately thereafter. He was the one who advised me to enroll in Abilene Christian University (then College) in the fall of 1934. He encouraged many other young people through the years.

Through his active years he held a good many debates and wrote a number of books. The last 12 years of his life were spent as a resident of Abilene. He was much loved by the people of Minter Lane church where he worshiped.

John C. Stevens., Chancellor, Abilene Christian University.

Gospel Advocate, December 6, 1984, page 732.

Jacobs, Della

Frequently have I been called upon to chronicle the death of members of my family; and now it becomes my painful privilege to write of the life and death of my beloved daughter, Della Jacobs. She was born on February 27, 1878; united with the church of Christ, under the preaching of Brother Neal, of Kentucky, when she was fourteen years of age; and died on April 17, 1903. From the time of her conversion she continued steadfast, living a consistent, Christian life and dying in full hope of immortality. The end of a worthy lifeespecially that of a good daughter, a wife, a mother; more especially that of a Christianconveys a greater lesson than can be expressed in words. It stimulates the faith of the believer in a blissful future and confutes the cold reasoning of the skeptic. My daughter left a husband and two interesting little children to mourn their loss, the saddest phase of which is that she was taken before they formed an adequate estimate of her worth; they will remember only the sorrowful scene of her relatives and friends pouring out their grief at her tomb. But the memory of her character is a priceless legacy to her father, brothers, sisters, and friends, who are satisfied that in her life she courted no undeserved praise, and that among the many blossoms dropped upon the casket containing her dead body not one fell from the hand of the insincere. Whatever reasoning or material view we may take of the mystery that closes earthly existence, let us cling tenderly, hopefully, and in faith to the promise of that better and greater life into which she has entered. Her deeds are accomplished; her name is inscribed in the book of life. Della is better off than those who survive her. As life is sweet to those in health, so death comes oft times and a sweet relief to the suffering; and she cheerfully gave her being up to share the holy rest that is the reward of a well-spent life. The sun of our life goes down, but the star of our example remains in the firmament. The sun may set in the western sky amid the storms of earth; but it leaves a legacy of glory to the very clouds that obstruct its setting, speaking to our souls the language of a brighter day, a coronation day, when God will gather his jewels in the eternal sunlight of his love.

Dr. L. Case.

Gospel Advocate, May 14, 1903, page 314.

Haley, G. B.

I desire to write a few lines in memory of our Bro. G. B. Haley who has left us and gone to Jesus. He was young, just arrived to manhoods days and bid good-bye to father, mother, sisters and brothers to make his home in the west, but in a short time he learned he had that dreadful disease consumption. He returned home to spend his last days with loved ones, and in about one year the summons came. It was my pleasure to bury him with Christ in baptism, and the remainder of his life was spent humble, prayerfully and devotedly in the services of the Master.

He talked to me some time before his death and asked me to come to his burial and talk to his friends about the importance of serving the Lord. He told me it was not necessary to say much on that occasion about him or his life, but to encourage the people to render obedience to God. May his friends and relatives be encouraged by his examples, by his admonitions, and by the promises of God to render obedience to the Lord and walk in his commandments that they may be prepared when death comes to go and live with God and our brother forever in heaven.

F. B. Srygley.

Gospel Advocate, December 22, 1886, page 808.

Hall, Tennie

On the 22nd of September 1885 our much loved sister Tennie Hall was called to her eternal reward. After many long, weary months of suffering she died at her fathers house in Gadsden Tenn. Death is always sad, but when its victim is so young and fair and full of promise and so much loved, the heart aches and can be comforted only by thee sweet hope of heaven. Sister Tennie was truly a lovely girl. Nature gave to her a quiet, evenly happy disposition and the Gospels sweet influences made her lovable to all and a favorite with many. Her parents love for her scarcely knew any bounds. During her long sickness everything was done for her that love could suggest or wealth bestow. Friends seemed to vie with each other in acts of kindness and manifestation of love. As is natural with one so happily circumstanced, she had a desire to live, but she was not afraid to die. She had remembered her creator in the days of her youth and when deaths cold river was to be crossed she could lean on the strong arm of Jesus without a fear of its surging billow. She was born April 26th 1861. When about 15 years of age she was immersed by her uncle J. A. Carter. Since then she has lived faithfully and died with unclouded hopes. May Gods grace sustain her aged parents.

T. E. Scott.

Gospel Advocate, December 23, 1885, page 808.

Hamilton, Mollie

Died, October 24, 1884, near Parton Station, Ala., of consumption, Mollie, daughter of J. B. and Elizabeth Hamilton. She obeyed the gospel under the teachings of Bro. F. D. Srygley, at Mountain Mills, Ala., in the year of 1880. The death of dear Mollie is deeply felt by all who knew her. From childhood to the grave she was an ornament to every one with whom she associated, and although her tongue is now mute, yet her many virtues and excellencies speak in deep-toned emotions from many a loved heart. She died as she livedin the full hope of the gospel. Found by her mother in her Bible were these lines: This Book is my guide and my comforter. What would life be if he had not left it to cheer the gloomy way of life through this dark vale of tears. Thanks be to Him who dwelleth on high for this blessed Bible. Mother, thy dutiful daughter has passed from thy side, no longer to heed thy wise counsels, and the sweet voice that thou lovedst to hear is singing before the throne the new song that angels sing in praising God. To the brothers she loved so tenderly, I would say, Let your lives be like hers that after death you may join her in the new song in realms of eternal bliss.

Mary Fuqua.

Gospel Advocate, January 28, 1885, page 51.

Harper, Alice

We sadly announce the death of our much beloved sister Alice Harper, daughter of Bro. and sister G. W. and M. E. Harper, which occurred on Saturday, August 7th, 1886. Her remains were taken to Bethel church graveyard on Lords day following. There met by a large concourse of brothers, sisters, friends and relatives. There to take the last sad look at the lovely form of our beloved sister. Sister Alice was born June 18th, 1869; aged 17 years, one month and 20 days. She was baptized by the writer in or about 1883.

C. A. Wheeler.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1886, page 552.

Harper, Southern

Bro. Southern Harper, of Maury Co., Tenn., after passing something over one year in intense pain, departed this life May 21, 1886, leaving a devoted and faithful companion and a sweet little innocent child. He joined the Methodist church some years ago and united with the church of Christ in 1884, where he lived a dutiful life till God in His wisdom saw fit to call him home. When he found he was nearing deaths dark door, his only regret was that of leaving his wife and darling babe without a husband and father to care for them. Bro. S. was called from his wife, child, mother, father, sisters, brethren and friends at about the age of 27 to his heavenly home, where all can meet him and live with him forever more.

Brown Godwin.

Gospel Advocate, August 18, 1886, page 524.

Harris, John G.

Green, Thomas B.

Died, Feb. 17, 1886, our Bro. John G. Harris. The family was grief-stricken on being suddenly summoned to his office by a servant only in time to see him breathe his last. His disease was supposed to be of the heart. Bro. Harris had been a member of Bellwood congregation for seven years; having possessed the characteristics of Cornelius, as we think, previous to his union with us. Charity and good works ever abounded in his long life of 71 years; and especially did he abound in the Christian graces during his stay with our brotherhood. He realized that Lords day required his worship; was ready at any time to read and pray, and was also an earnest student in the Bible class; contributed liberally and ever delighted in any good work for the spread of the gospel. We miss you, dear brother, but our hearts are comforted, for we know that the sleep of the righteous is sweet in Jesus. His remains were brought to Bellwood, and there interred.

Beyond our mortal vista, the spirit of Bro. Thomas B. Green took its flight Feb. 24, 1886. He became a disciple of Christ under the teachings of Bro. W. C. Huffman, in 1886, and took membership with the Bellwood congregation in its organization the next year. Bro. Green was ever alive to his duties as a Christian, fully enlisted under the banner of King Emanuel, and almost without an exception filled his seat at our Lords day meetings. But from some cause his mental powers were dethroned in 1874, and after all home treatment had failed to restore him, he was taken to the asylum where he remained until the Father above released his spirit from its prison of clay, and now, no doubt, Bro. Green is in a state of intelligence and able to appreciate his happy exchange. The family has our sympathy.

John J. Whitefield., Bellwood, Wilson Co., Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 28, 1886, page 259.

Harris, Mary A.

It is sad while in the fleshly house of the tabernacle to think of being separated even from our Christian friends by the grim monster, death. Especially those whose exemplary lives are so worthy the imitation of those who are journeying to the celestial city. A more exemplary life than that manifested in the person of sister Mary A. Harris, (consort of that noble soul, G. H. Harris, deceased,) who departed this life July 24, 1885, is not to be found in the land of the living. The loss of such brilliant lights in the church of God as brother and sister Harris is like blotting some important factors from our solar system. But of course all things work together for good to them who love God, etc. It is hard for us to realize this, however, while looking through a glass darkly. We look back over the lives of those two veterans of the Cross. Mary A. Harris, Magdalene like, finds Jesus precious to her soul in the forgiveness of her sins, a short time before her husband. Again we look and find them both one in Christ Jesus; thus firmly planted upon the Rock of Ages. We behold them gazing steadily toward the top of that golden ladder planted by the apostle Peter, the base of whose foundation is found in the truth of his own utterance, thou are the Christ, etc. We behold them mounting this ladder courageously, yet wisely they step temperately, and with patience they move upward steadily, and with that manifest token of brotherly kindness, we see them joyfully moving onward hand in hand, and with that quality which is naturally gathered from traveling the heavenward way we see them taking stronger hold of each round with godliness until they lay hold on eternal life. Hence they are not to be found in fleshly habitations, but in mansions above. We turn back for a moments review: (1.) They were one in the flesh. (2.) One in Christ. (3.) One now in heaven, singing everlasting praises to God and the Lamb in that new song unknown on earth, and waiting and watching to greet their darling children to a home beyond the skies which is one bright summer of ever blooming and never fading roses. God grant that not only the children, but may we all mount that golden ladder, until we like they can lay hold on eternal life, and clap hands in the sweet bye-and bye where parting is not known.

W. H. Northcross., Bunker Hill, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 17, 1886, page 104.

Harris, Mary Tennessee

Died, November 26, 1884 my dear sister Mary Tennessee Harris, consort of Bro. Jas. B. Harris. Sister Harris was born, May 17th, 1840. Obeyed the gospel under the teaching of Bro. Wm. T. Lee in 1860, remained a consistent member of the one body till her death. Sister Harris left a family of husband, two sons and five daughters to mourn her loss. The two oldest, a son and daughter, are members of the church; may the others be impressed of their duty in due time. Especially do we sympathize with Ella upon whom the responsibility of guiding the house and caring for her little sisters devolves in her pas absence.

W. N. Murphey., Near Bethel, Maury County, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 4, 1885, page 136.

Harrison, Hattie B.

Departed this life Dec. 10, 1885, Sister Hattie, daughter of Bro. R. and Sister M. Harrison. Sister Hattie was 26 years old March 16, 1885. She had lived a consistent Christian for more than five years; she was baptized, we believe, by Bro. F. H. Davis. She leaves many relatives, friends and brethren, bereaved. Her bereaved parents still reside at the old homestead in Williamson County, Tenn. A few more brief moments and they must follow on. We pray the Lord to grant them a happy reunion in the sweet by-and by.

A. J. Luther.

At Jingo, Tenn., Dec. 10, 1885, Miss Hattie B. Harrison, daughter of R. P. and Mary A. Harrison, departed this life, after an illness of eight months, with that fatal disease, consumption. She had been a consistent member of the Christian Church for five years, having obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Elder F. H. Davis. During her recent illness, she was always patient, gentle and cheerful, and often spoke of death, and expressed a desire that her Savior would take her home. And when the grim messenger came, she had no fears, but fell asleep in Jesus. Thus our beloved one passed away. Funeral services were conducted by Bro. A. J. Luther.

Edna Harrison.

Gospel Advocate, January 13, 1886, page 24.

Hawkins, John B.

I was called from Winchester to Cowan yesterday, by Bro. H. J. Hawkins, to attend at the burial of his father, John B. Hawkins. He was born Feb. 6, 1803, and brought up in Ky.; left his native State and settled in Franklin county, Tenn., about one and a half miles from Cowan at the age of 19, where he lived up to his death on the 26th of Nov., 1885, at the ripe old age of 82. He obeyed the gospel at the hand of Elder Jesse Sewell about eleven years ago. He lived a consistent Christian life up to his death, and of course was loved by all his neighbors and brethren. In the true sense of the word, he was a father, husband, neighbor and Christian. He was the last of his fathers family. He has gone to join loved ones, and glorify our Father in heaven in the name of the Lord Jesus. May the God of all grace bless the living.

R. W. O.

Gospel Advocate, December 9, 1885, page 776.

Herndon, Kate Winans

Died, in Columbia, Mo., Oct., 11, 1886, Mrs. Kate Winans Herndon, beloved wife of Dr. E. W. Herndon, of Columbia, editor of the Christian Quarterly Review.

Deceased was a native of Shreveport, La., born in 1853. Her father, Col. Wesley P. Winans, was an eminent lawyer of Shreveport, who entered the confederate service as colonel at the commencement of the late war, and fell at the head of his regiment, at the battle of Missionary Ridge. Her paternal grandfather, Rev. Wm. Winans, D. D., was one of the ablest and most distinguished ministers of the Methodist church. Her maternal grandfather, Col. W. W. Harper, was for several years a resident of Columbia, where he died in August 1883. Her mother, Mrs. Dr. Riggins, and four surviving sisters are still residents of Columbia. Mrs. Herndon was educated in Baltimore. October 17, 1883, she was united in marriage to Dr. E. W. Herndon, so long and favorable known in Columbia and the state.

Mrs. Herndon was an intelligent and accomplished Christian woman. From early childhood she had been connected with the Methodist church, to which the love and devotion and work of her early life were given. After her marriage to Dr. Herndon, who holds a prominent place in the Christian church, as editor of the Christian Quarterly Review, and also as a minister of the gospel, she felt it her duty and gladly attended the Christian church with her husband, though together they were often seen worshipping with us, in her early church home. But she and her husband were possessed with a large share of true Christian charity and love to all. Mrs. H., as no one doubts who knew her, was a sincere Christian woman. Her supreme desire and the ruling purpose of her life, was to follow undeviatingly the path of duty as she understood it from Gods word. She was ever the faithful, self-sacrificing, devoted woman in all the relations she sustained in life, as the tender, loving daughter and sister, the devoted, happy wife, the faithful friend, she fulfilled well the duties of each of these relations. Sincere in her devotions, unselfish in purpose, her supreme object was to do goodto 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. Every circle of life was made

happier and better by her presence. Every relation she sustained was adorned and ennobled by her lovely spirit, her deeds of charity, and her pure, spotless example. One who has known her intimately the past four years thus writes of her: The loveliness of her character grew upon me as I came to know her well, and I learned to look upon her as a queen among women one of the noblest of her sex. Seldom have I known in life, one so unselfish, so full of loving acts of kindness to others. Her aim in life seemed to be to contribute to the happiness of those about her, and she never seemed to feel that aught was a sacrifice or self-denial. She was fully compensated for these, if thereby she might add to the pleasure of others.

G. K. Miller.

Gospel Advocate, November 3, 1886, page 691.

Hicks, W. P.

With a sad heart I record the death of my son, W. P. Hicks. He was born in Georgia, in 1841; died, July 27, 1884. In 1866 he was baptized into Christ, by Bro. Barnes, of Highland Home, and lived a consistent Christian till the time of his death. He leaves a wife and three children, three sisters and one brother, an old father and mother, to mourn his departure; but our loss is his gain; therefore we do not sorrow as those who have no hope, for we have the evidence of Gods word that he sleeps in Christ, and that he will be resurrected to life eternal; so we all try to comfort ourselves with these promises.

W. B. Hicks., Coffeeville, Clark County, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, March 11, 1885, page 152.

Higgins, Rebecca

Died at her sons, five miles south of Hopkinsville, Dec. 30th, 1885, sister Rebecca Higgins. Born Oct. 10th, 1817. She had pretty nearly passed her three score and ten. She had been a member of the church from her girlhood, and had been the wife of two men, both of whom she survived. She leaves of her immediate family, to mourn her loss, only two sons. Her maiden name was Tiddington. She first married Mr. Hargis, and last a Mr. Higgins. Her devotion to the duties of the Christian has been marked in her whole life. She has set a good example to her friends and relatives; and her praise is in the church at Liberty. The writer had but little personal acquaintance with her; but worthy brethren and sisters give her a name for being a faithful soldier of the cross. Amid all the disappointments and disasters of this life, she maintained an abiding confidence in the mercy and love of the Father above. May her good example and her Christian life have its proper effect on the lives of her friends and relatives, causing them to walk, as she walked, in the straight and narrow path that leads to life eternal. So that when life and its labors are over, at last, we may meet in the sweet by-and-by to enjoy that inheritance, incorruptible, undefiled and that fades not away.

S.

Gospel Advocate, March 3, 1886, page 136.

Hill, Walter Hickman

Died at the residence of his father, Bro. A. C. Hill, near Manor, Texas, our well beloved Brother, Walter Hickman Hill, Dec. 28th. Bro. Hickman was a young man of 20 years of age; had been a member of the Christian church for many years. The writer can offer no higher tribute to his memory than to say of him, he was a most exemplary Christian, a dutiful son and beloved by all who knew him, but The King of shadows loves a shining mark, and from a world of pain and sorrow, Bro. Hickman is translated to Elysian fields of supernal glory, a lamb of the upper fold. To his many dear friends and relatives, particularly his father and mother, whom the writer has known and loved long, remember,

Though grief and sorrow compass thee,

Be not cast down, be not afraid;

Know ye these shadows could not be,

Were there no suns beyond the shade.

E. C. F., in Texas Christian.

Gospel Advocate, February 3, 1886, page 72.

Hill, Martha A. (Beatty)

Fell asleep in the Lord March the 19th, 1885 at her home near Hillham, sister Martha A. Hill, formerly Martha A. Beatty. She was born in Fentress county, Tenn., November the 11th, 1840. Obeyed the gospel of Christ in August 1858, under the teachings of Bro. Berrel Evans. The writer has been acquainted with sister Hill for about twenty years, and thinks he never knew a more devoted Christian lady. She was very kind and affectionate to her husband and children. She spoke to the writer a few days before her death, saying she had lived with George Hill twenty-seven years, and she had always been good to him and he had been good to her, and her only trouble about leaving this world was, she regretted to leave him and the children. She exhorted her husband and children and friends all to live the Christian life and finally get to heaven. A few days before her death, the writer visited her; she was suffering greatly and earnestly praying to God to take her out of her misery just then. I then said, Martha, be patient, the Lord knows what is best. He will do his work in the proper time. She then said: I recon I am impatient; I will be quiet, and complained no more then. The church at Hilham is bereft of one of its most devoted members and miss her much; but we have a strong hope that she is at rest. Our sorrow is not like those who have no hope. We believe we shall meet her again if we will be faithful like she was. We will meet where sorrows, deaths and partings of friends will never come. She was buried at the Hilham graveyard in the presence of a large congregation of neighbors and friends to whom the writer spoke at some length concerning the life and Christian conduct of the deceased. May her children and her bereaved husband strive to imitate her Christian example, is the prayer of the writer. Also her little son, Benton Hill, preceded her to the better world but a few months. He was born July 21, 1880. Died November 30, 1884. She grieved much for him, but said they would not be long parted. Her disease was consumption.

J. F. Owensby.,

Gospel Advocate, June 3, 1885, page 346.

Hill, Nancy

With a sad heart I record the death of Sister Nancy Hill one of the best women I ever saw. She was born in Franklin county, Ala., April 9th, 1854, and was married to John D. Hill, May 23rd, 1867. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of T. B. Larimore in 1873, her maiden name was Richardson. She died at Fayette C. H., Sept. 9, 1885. The writer conversed with her a few days before her death. She was anxious to depart and be with Christ. Just before her death, she called her children around her and bid them good-bye. Then, asking her husband to raise them to meet her in heaven, she passed over the Dark River. She leaves a good companion and six children, and many friends, on this side of the River. A good mother, a good wife, a good neighbor and a good Christian has left. Oh, how she will be missed!

Halbrook.

Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1885, page 712.

Holden, H. D.

Bro. H. D. Holden died August 4, 1885. He was born in Rutherford county, Tenn., February 9, 1886. He obeyed the gospel and became a servant of Christ and lived a consistent Christian life until he left Tennessee and came to this state. Then cut off from church privileges and surrounded by evil influences he became careless and participated with his associates, but a short time before his illness he began to reflect over his past life, seeing that as a servant he was not doing his Masters will, he at once determined as the prodigal son did, that he would arise and go to his father. He came to me and told me that he had once lived a consistent member of the church of Christ, and he desired to return to the fellowship of the church, if he could find one convenient. I told him where he could find one, and I also told him that he would have to comply with all the requirements of his master. He told me that he had, with the exception of making his confession to the church. On the 31st of July 1886, Bro. Holden made the frankest confession of all his wrongs of any man that I ever listened to at Sleigh Hill church in Johnson county Ark. Every one present, both saint and sinner, had the utmost confidence in his confession. He then was received in full fellowship with the church. He leaves a wife and one child, and many friends to mourn his death. We will say to his wife in the fullest assurance of faith that if she will prepare to meet her God in peace, she will meet her beloved husband where parting will be no more.

T. I. Teagle., Clarksville, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, September 22, 1886, page 595.

Hollins, Samuel P.

Samuel P. Hollins was born Sept. 5th, 1822, departed this life at his home in Montgomery county, Tenn., on the evening of April the 10th, 1886; aged 63 years, 7 months and five days. He was born and reared in the State of Virginia, but in early life moved to this State where he lived and died. When quite a young man he became a Christian, since which time he has lived a faithful, humble and obedient follower of the Savior. He was a member of the church at Guthrie, Ky., and served as elder in that congregation, and we believe the only elder. As there were very few male members in that congregation much of the labor and responsibility of the work fell upon Bro. Hollins shoulders, but he and his good wife were ever at their post of duty, encouraging the little band of disciples to meet regularly on the Lords day, and thus carry on the good work in the wicked and worldly-minded town of Guthrie. He was truly a strong pillar in his congregation. Who, in the providence of God, will be raised up to fill his place? He leaves a wife almost heart-broken, bereaved of a loving husband; three children, two sons and one daughter, to mourn the loss of an indulgent father. Neither of his sons are members of the church; but we earnestly hope and pray that his kind words of warning and the example of his holy and godly life may yet lead them to Christ and to the cause which he so much loved. His death was a great shock to his family, the church and the whole community. We heard men of the world say, that in his death the church had lost one of its best members, and the community one of its very best citizens. He loved God, the church and his Bible, a man of strong faith, inoffensive and unassuming. Lords day evening, April the 11th, the writer was summoned to the house of mourning where he conducted the funeral service, after which the deceased was laid away in his own family cemetery to await the resurrection morn.

W. B. Wright., Coopertown, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, May 12, 1886, page 296.

Hollis, Emily F.

Died, at the residence of her father, near Woodbury, Cannon county, Tenn., Mrs. Emily F. Hollis, daughter of C. E. and M. E. Curlee; born January 31, 1865, died Dec., 28, 1884; baptized September 1880.

Sister Fannie was an exemplary member of the church of Christ, and the bright sun which rose on the morn of her early religious life soon lit up the gloom of the Christians grave, and she sank into its embrace in the peaceful, yet assured hope, that He who has been her stay, would still support her and make its dark portals but the outer entrance to a mansion of blessedness at his right hand. Few have lived so as to be more deservedly esteemed and greatly beloved. Her unexpected departure has deprived an affectionate husband of a faithful and devoted companion, who has been permitted but a short time to share his joys and sorrowsfond parents, of a kind and attentive daughterthe church, of one of its valued members, all of whom feel deeply her loss, as will also a large circle of friends to whom she had endeared herself by her amiable disposition and many virtues. May these be the rich legacy of all who feel her loss. May the light of her Christian example, by which she being dead yet speaketh, serve to lead others in the path of duty and virtue. And may her bereaved husband and friends realize that though taken from them, she had gone to their home in the skies, secured by the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord, to all who love him and keep his commandments. This most consolatory truth should silence every murmur, allay all immediate grief, and stimulate us all to emulate that faith which ever looks to Christ as the resurrection and the life. It is this truth which alone enables us under our heaviest afflictions, to say to our glorious King:

This heart that cannot rest,

Shall thine forever prove;

Though bleeding and distressed,

Yet joyful in thy love;

Tis happy it breaks

Beneath thy chastening hand;

And speechless, yet it speaks

What thou canst understand.

P. H. McGuffey., Readyville, Tennessee.

Gospel Advocate, July 22, 1885, page 458.

Holt, Sarah Ann

By request, I announce the death of our beloved sister, Sarah Ann Holt. She was the wife of Bro. Thos C. Holt, of Berea congregation, in this county. She had almost reached her three-score years, when the summons came. For nearly half of her life she had been an humble disciple of the Master whom she so much delighted to serve. She was one of the charter members of this congregation, and hence her kindness and hospitality have been dispensed to every preaching brother who ever visited that place. For several years she has been feeble and gradually declining; but realizing that all things work together for good to them that love the Lord, she murmured not. It was my privilege to know her well, and to visit her much, in the last twenty-five years of her life. I have never known one more earnest or faithful in all the different relationships of life, than she; and when I say that she acted well her part as wife, as neighbor, and as a Christian, I but state that which every one who knew her knows to be true. I have never, in all my association, heard her speak unkindly of any one. In prosperity or adversity, she always looked upon the bright side of lifes picture. No matter how much she was disappointed, or how different things were from what she desired or expected, she would always say that it was not so bad but what it might have been worse. If her husband was inclined to murmur or fret at the affairs of life, she would always assure him that matters might have been worse, and that some way out of their troubles would be provided. Although life is but a stepping-stone from the cradle to the grave, and we are ever warned by the immutable laws of nature that we must die; yet when the truly good and noble are taken from our midst, it is hard to bow in humble submission, and say, Thy will, O God, be done. She was conscious to the end, and quietly breathed her last on the 3rd inst. She was buried in sight of both the meeting-house and the residence in which she had so long lived. For more than thirty years she had been the faithful wife of our sorrowing brother, who is left to fight lifes battles alone. He sorrows not as those who have no hope; he expects to meet her again on the shining shore. Bro. J. L. Sewell was present, and preached as none but he can preach on such occasions.

John M. Hill, Lebanon, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1885, page 184.

Hooten, Joseph E.

Elder Joseph E. Hooten was born Dec. 17, 1839, died at his residence two miles north of Verona, Tenn., July 21, 1886, of consumption. He bore his affliction with Christian fortitude. He expressed himself to the writer the day before death as being ready to meet the summons of the Master. Deceased was a son of Elder John Hooten, whose obituary appeared in your columns a short time since. Deceased obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Dr. T. W. Brents and Elder Reese Jones at the age of 15. His devoted Ann Arthur was immersed by Bro. Jones at the same time of Bro. Hooten. Like his father Bro. John Hooten, while not thoroughly educated, was a zealous expounder of the truth. He leaves a wife, three sons and one daughter who will miss him in this life, but if faithful will enjoy his presence in the life to come.

Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord, yea saith the Spirit from henceforth they rest from their labors and their works do follow them.

Jas. B. Neil.

Gospel Advocate, December 22, 1886, page 808.

Howard, A. J.

Bro. A. J. Howard, a beloved brother and member of the Church of Christ in Vernon Parish, La., was born on St. Mar river, east Florida. He united with the church of Christ in Calhoun county, West Florida under the teaching of Bro. J. C. Gibson. He was a member of the Church of Christ 13 years. He departed this life the 28th of May, 1886. He was 59 years old he leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss. Two of his children are members of the church of Christ. He is gone to that home that Jesus has prepared for them that love him. The writer would say to his bereaved wife and children to live faithfully until death and receive a crown that Jesus has prepared for the final faithful.

W. A. Jackson.

Gospel Advocate, July 21, 1886, page 462.

Hubbard, David C.

Died August 25, 1886, Bro. David C. Hubbard, in his 66th year, at his home in North East Nashville. He had been in feeble health for some time, but was not expected to die so soon. Some disease of the heart was likely the cause of his death. Bro. Hubbard has been for many years a very earnest and faithful member of the church of God, and we have long regarded him as very conscientious and devoted in all the relations he sustained as father, husband, member of the church, and citizen; and in all these relationships he will be greatly missed. He was an industrious, hard-working man, and never intentionally wronged anyone out of a cent, but preferred rather to suffer wrong than to even contend with men about his rights. All his neighbors that we have ever seen speak well of him as an honest, kind, inoffensive and accommodating neighbor. It is always a good indication for a mans neighbors to speak well of his Christian deportment. We deeply sympathize with sister Hubbard and the family in this great and irreparable loss. But they have all the consolations that the gospel affords that all is well with him. And their highest interest now is to strive to so live the Christian in this life as to be prepared to meet him in a better world, where parting will be no more.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, September 8, 1886, page 563.

Huddleston, William A.

With a deep feeling of sadness and bereavement, we record the death of our friend and brother in Christ, William A. Huddleston, who died at his home, near Cainsville, Tenn., August 2nd, 1886. The tears of orphans to whom he had been as both father and mother fell like rain upon his grave. Men and women sighed because an honest man was dead, and the church felt a shock when the generous heart and open hand was stilled forever. May those he loved so dearly hasten to enter the fold of the true shepherd.

Vallie Robinson.

Gospel Advocate, September 8, 1886, page 563.

Huffman, Rebecca E.

Sister Rebecca E. Huffman, wife of Bro. Jno. F. Huffman, was born March 1, 1837, and died Jan. 19, 1886, at her home in Trousdale county, Tenn. Sister Huffman (nee Byrd) joined the M. E. Church in 1859, in which body she lived a consistent member until 1865, when she joined the church of Christ, and was baptized by Bro. W. C. Huffman, her father-in-law. She was married to Bro. Jno. F. Huffman July 9, 1862. She leaves a husband and five children, besides a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. In her going, her husband has lost a devoted wife, her children a loving mother and the church one of its brightest stars. During her life her chief object was to scatter joy and sunshine around her, to comfort and cheer her companion, to teach her children the path that leads to God, and to do her duty as a Christian. Though poor in this worlds goods she was ever ready to help those who were more needy than herself, and often deprived herself to assist others. But now she is gone! We know that her seat in the family circle is vacant, but thanks be to God, one more seat is occupied at the feet of Jesus. Although her friendly voice will no more be heard on earth, we feel assured that it is now joining in the glad shout of deliverance, and is hymning praises around the great white throne of Him who rules on high. We can only say to the afflicted ones, she can no more come to you, but in the splendor of that eternal home you may go to her. Then to God we commend these broken hearted ones, for He alone is able to bind up the wounded hearts. May you put your trust in Him. Remember that earth hath no sorrows that heaven cannot heal.

W. B. Carnes., Enon College, Tenn., Feb. 6, 1886.

Gospel Advocate, February 24, 1886, page 120.

Hume, L. D.

Sister L. D. Hume, wife of Bro. Louis Hume, fell asleep in Jesus May 22nd, 1886. Sister Hume was 60 years, 2 months and 7 days old. She obeyed the gospel at the age of fourteen. I have no desire to eulogize, but she had some virtues that are worthy of imitation. She was a faithful member, ready and willing to do something for the advancement of the church of Christ. We will say to her bereaved husband and family to battle on and you shall meet her by and by, where parting will be no more. May the Lord help us all to run the race patiently here that we may receive a crown of life and meet our sister over there.

J. A. Wells., Wilsonville, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, June 9, 1886, page 360.

Hunt, Elizabeth A.

Died at her home in East Nashville, on the morning of May the 19th, sister Elizabeth A. Hunt, wife of Bro. W. S. Hunt. Sister Hunt was about 55 years of age, and had been most of her life a member of the church of God, and a more earnest, and useful member never blessed the church of God on earth. She was a blessing in all the relations she sustained in the family, in the community, and in the church. She was truly a helpmeet for her husband, seeking by every means in her power to lighten his burdens in the support of the family. She was earnest in her solicitude for her children, and untiring in her efforts for their welfare. She sought to make her home bright and cheerful, that it might be a happy and pleasant abode for her children. Her yard was made cheerful by bright flowers, and her industry and energy in keeping the home surroundings such as should be pleasant to her family, knew no bounds. As a member of the congregation, she was devoted and attentive in all that she could do for the development of her own Christian life and the good of the cause. The Lords day meetings and the weekly prayer meetings were ever precious and dear to her. The last time she was ever away from her home, was at meeting with her brethren and sisters on the Lords day, a little over a week before her death. She was very tender in her regards of the poor, and thus endeared herself to them. In a word, she strove to be pure in heart and life in all things, and to live always, and in all relations as the Lord would have her live. She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing husband and children, and with them, in this their saddest affliction, we mingle our deepest and tenderest sympathies. We trust that in their future lives they will all follow her noble example; that those of them who are members will strive to be more and more devoted to the work of the Lord, and that those of them who are not members will become such, and make faithful servants of the Lord, and thus prepare to meet wife and mother in that bright and beautiful home, where death will divide loving hearts no more.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, June 3, 1885, page 346.

Haberling, Vera McCain

Mrs. Vera McCain Haberling, our darling daughter, was born on October 3, 1884; was baptized on a confession of her faith in Christ in 1898; was married to Mr. Robert P. Haberling on August 14, 1909; and died, in Greensboro, N.C., on August 31, 1909. We have no fears as to the condition of Vera. We know that she is asleep in Jesus. We know that God will raise her up, the Bible being true, at the last day, to an inheritance incorruptible and that fades never away. God blessed her with a strong mind, a loving heart, and a soul of honor. She loved her home, her parents, her sister, her husband, her relatives and friends, and was universally loved by all who knew her. Her sudden and unexpected removal by death has caused an aching void in our lonely home and aged hearts that nothing but faith in Gods promises of restoration to an eternal life and and endless reunion can fill. She was always an obedient and loving daughter, a faithful friend, and a consistent, unselfish Christian. Her devotion to her parents was such that no sacrifice was too great to be made for them, no burden too heavy to be lifted from mothers shoulders. Her husband is a noble young man and a member of the church of Christ, and in that happy union she expressed just before her marriage the joy she felt in just beginning to live. To Gods will we bow submissively, but we wonder that one so full of love for all that was pure and virtuous in life, so promising, should be cut off at the very beginning of life.

R. E. McCain.

Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1909, page 1429.

Hackworth, Jessie

Jessie Howland was born at Beech Grove, Tenn., on October 2, 1886, and received her early education in the schools of that place. During the year 1902 she was baptized by Brother L. R. Sewell, and lived a consistent member of the church at that place until the year 1904, when she moved to Scottsboro, Ala. She completed her school work at the Winchester Normal, Winchester, Tenn., graduating there with honors at the close of the session of 1908. After her graduation she returned to Scottsboro, and was married on July 29, 1911, to O. C. Hackworth, of that place. Sister Hackworth was for a long while teacher of the infant class at the church in Scottsboro, and the Bible knowledge of the little ones in her class manifests her good work. She was always to be found at her place at all the meetings of the church, and ready to do all that became her privilege to do in the church work. The entire congregation sustained a loss when she and her husband moved to Florence, Ala., early in the year 1918. But its overwhelming sadness came with the shock of the report that Sister Hackworth had died on Friday, June 28, 1918. The great assembly of friends who attended the funeral at Scottsboro, where she was buried, indicated the popularity of Sister Hackworth, and with them, though she be absent, her influence will be felt throughout many days to come.

J. M. Gainer.

Gospel Advocate, August 15, 1918, page 788.

Hackworth, Paralee Elizabeth

On August 8, 1850, Paralee Elizabeth Foshee was born. Her earthly career came to a peaceful end on Lords-day afternoon, May 18, 1924, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. T. Parton, Bridgeport, Ala., she being nearly seventy-four years of age and the last one of her family. She had been cared for a good deal during the last few months of her life in the home of her daughter. In the days of her youth, when sixteen years of age, she remembered her Creator, becoming a member of the church of Christ. This gave her fifty-seven years in which to serve and worship God. Much better is this than to spend the life in the devils service, and at the close surrender a misspent life to God. When nineteen years old she became the wife of Randolph Austin Hackworth. This marriage was blessed with seven boys and one girl. Two boys preceded their mother. She lived to see all her children members of the church. She reared and helped rear several orphan children also. Her husband still lives, at the age of seventy-seven, being quite feeble, and well cared for in the home of his son, Charlie Hackworth, at Huntsville, Ala. Funeral services were conducted by the writer at the Hackworth cemetery, where the deceased was interred, in the presence of a large number of sympathizing friends and relatives, and near where she had spent most of her pilgrimage.

E. Gason Collins.

Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1924, page 619.

Hadaway, Charles William

On March 29, my beloved brother in Christ and brother-in-law in the flesh departed this life to be with his Lord.

Charles William Hadaway, affectionately known as Charlie Bill in the community of South Pittsburg, succumbed to a heart attack quite unexpectedly. He leaves his wife, Sarah Nell, as well as his immediate family and a host of kinsmen. Funeral services were conducted from the South Pittsburg Church building with Clifford Reel and Donnie Barnes officiating.

Speaking from my own personal relationship with this wonderful man, I had never really come to understand just how deeply his life influenced mine until his death. After hours of meditation in recalling the things we were able to enjoy together, I have come to understand that he was as close to me as if he were my own brother. We enjoyed sports together and the usual get-togethers on many weekends. We all loved Charlie Bill because he was the person he was. He was a dedicated Christian. He became a Christian after his marriage to Sarah Nell and from that time he rose to greater service. He was vital to the church in South Pittsburg and very active. He was the song director and treasurer at the time of his death and was responsible for the conversion of several souls because of his personal interest and work. He was concerned about what sin is doing to the hearts and lives of men.

Although he only lived thirty-two years, he accomplished much during this time. He made his own life meaningful and enriched the lives of his associates. He became a tower of strength to the weak. As I write this article it seems almost impossible for me to comprehend the fact that he is gone.

As a minister of the gospel, I have tried to console the bereaved and offered my sympathy. I have seen hearts broken because of the death of a loved one. But the only thing that is really important is to be ready to meet our Lord.

We all will miss Charles, but we will not forget him. He lives strongly in the minds of his family and friends. His influence will live in the lives of those he touched as he went about daily in his work.

Murray Brown.

Gospel Advocate, April 24, 1969, page 275.

Hadden, Martha Jane

Sister Martha Jane Hadden, aged seventy-one years, died on February 11, 1929. She leaves a husband and six children to mourn her departure. One child died in infancy. She and her husband obeyed the gospel and were baptized by the writer about ten years ago, coming from the Baptists. She was a good wife, a good citizen, a good neighbor, a good Christian, and a good mother. She kept the faith, worshiped the Lord, and did the best she could until she failed in health. Her children loved her, and they and her husband continued to spread flowers in her pathway as long as she lived. The funeral was conducted by the writer.

R. E. L. Taylor.

Gospel Advocate, March 7, 1929, page 234.

Hadden, Nannie

Sister Nannie Hadden died on December 9, 1903; aged forty-nine years. About thirty years ago, in Kentucky, she obeyed the gospel of Christ. She moved to Nashville, Tenn., about twenty-one years ago, and took membership with the church of Christ on North Spruce street. She was an earnest, good member, and attended regularly the meetings on the first day of the week as long as she was able to do so. As the day of her death approached, she expressed herself as ready to go whenever the summons should come. Thus she leaves to her family and friends the precious hope of the gospel of Christ; and if they will be faithful servants of the Lord in life, they may meet her where sad partings will come no more.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, December 24, 1903, page 830.

Hadley, Agnes A. Miller

Agnes A. Miller was born in Tennessee on May 1, 1837. She was married to Robert Blaylock, at Ozark, Ark., on March 12, 1857. To this union were born five childrenJohn G., William W., and James R. Blaylock, and Mrs. Mary E. Littell and Mrs. Sophia A. Burdick. Her first husband having died, she was married to John Hadley on February 12, 1871; and to this union were born two daughters and one sonMrs. Cener A. Stockton, Mrs. Minnie A. Davis, and L. B. Hadley. Her eight children are all living. Mother Hadley was raised in the Baptist faith, but learned the way of the Lord more perfectly in the early eighties and lived a most exemplary Christian life until the end, which came, at the home of her son-in-law, Dr. Littell, in Santa Ana, Cal., on September 26, 1909. She was seventy-two years of age. Brother C. C. Condra spoke words of comfort to the bereaved ones, exhorting us all to emulate her patient, self-denying life, that we may meet her in that home where partings and tears are unknown.

Dr. U. G. Littell.

Gospel Advocate, November 4, 1909, page 1398.

Hadley, Harold

Harold Hadley, 64 of Maine Blvd., E. Liverpool, Ohio, died July 5, 1966.

He was born in Tyler county, W. Va. August 2, 1901, a son of Charles J. Hadley and Virginia Enochs Hadley. He had lived in East Liverpool forty-two years.

He leaves his wife, Mrs. Rachel Grimm Hadley, three daughters, Mrs. Wilford Culler and Mrs. Argle Freeman, of Lisbon, Ohio and Mrs. Robert Turner of Amherst, Ohio; three brothers, Essel Hadley of Lisbon, Hobart Hadley of Columbus and Emerson Hadley of East Liverpool; a sister, Mrs. Etta Maioli of Gibbon Glade, Pa. and twelve grandchildren.

Brother Hadley served as elder of the church in E. Liverpool, Ohio for more than fifteen years. He preached for the congregations in the Ohio Valley and was a song leader.

Funeral services were conducted by Gary L. Vaught, assisted by Glenn Logston. Frank Higginbotham assisted in the graveside service. Burial was in Columbiana County Memorial Park, E. Liverpool, Ohio.

Mrs. Wilford Culler.

Gospel Advocate, August 4, 1966, page 495.

Hagewood, Edgar Frank, Sr.

Edgar Frank Hagewood, Sr., a faithful and beloved saint, departed this life September 11, in a local hospital following a heart attack.

He was a native of Cheatham County, Tenn., the son of the late William A. J. and Mary Monroe Hagewood. He was educated in the Cheatham County schools, and in 1918 was married to the former Miss Ruth Bell of Dickson County. Brother and Sister Hagewood had resided in Nashville many years. He was a retired painting contractor.

Brother Hagewood is survived by his wife; five sons, Edgar Frank Hagewood, Jr., Douglas L. Hagewood, John W. Hagewood, J. Randall Hagewood and Biscoe B. Hagewood, all of Nashville; a brother, C. L. Hagewood of Clarksville, and ten grandchildren.

Brother Hagewood was a beloved member of the Paragon Mills church of Christ, and respected and esteemed by all who knew him. Funeral services were conducted September 13, at Woodlawn Funeral Home with burial in Woodlawn Memorial Park. The writer officiated, assisted by Burrell Prince.

Carroll D. Moore.

Gospel Advocate, October 1, 1970, page 639.

Hagewood, N. P.

On the morning of November 25, 1958, N. P. Hagewood, a quiet, hardworking, humble soldier of the cross moved quietly into eternity while asleep. He was at that time a minister of the Fairview Church near Centerville, Tennessee. The outstanding traits of his life were humility, love, hard work, and faith in the Lord. The kingdom on earth lost a great and dedicated worker. Brother Hagewood had preached for many churches in Middle Tennessee and had shared fully in their joys and sorrows. Their burdens were always found weighing heavily on his heart. He served three years in the Air Force during World War II and suffered a severe illness shortly thereafter. From that time on his deep impressions of the shortness of life and the importance of eternity would not let him rest from his labors. Because of his willingness to help the young men get started with that first appointment or that first sermon, a major debt of gratitude toward him will long remain.

He is survived by his beloved companion, Ellie, and his daughter Helen, and his mother, three sisters, and two brothers. He resided since 1931 in Old Hickory, Tennessee. The funeral was held in the church building in Old Hickory, and the speakers were John Holland and Rufus Clifford.

Joe D. Gray.

Gospel Advocate, July 23, 1959, page 479.

Haggard, Lucy Sewell

In the early morning of Sept. 5, 1894, at her home in Athens, Ala., Mrs. Lucy Sewell Haggard fell asleep in Jesus. Dr. A. C. Henry, of Hartselle, Ala., conducted the funeral services in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and paid a beautiful and worthy tribute to her life and character, after which her body was laid to rest in the quiet city of the dead, and her grave covered with flowers of affection. It has been said that A good woman is the loveliest flower that blooms under heaven. She was a good woman, and the beauty and fragrance of the flowers upon her grave fitly typified the beauty and sweet influence of her Christian life. She was the daughter of Elder Jesse Sewell, and was born August 12, 1856. When twelve years of age she obeyed the gospel, to which she remained faithful until death. In Lebanon, Tenn., Jan. 30, 1878, she was, by her uncle, Elder E. G. Sewell, united in marriage to W. Y. Haggard. Her husband and one child, a son, Sewell Haggard, and a number of relatives and hosts of friends mourn their loss. During a short meeting held by the writer in Athens she was an earnest and faithful worker, though not well at the time, and took her bed the day after the meeting closed. The last sermon she ever heard was on the subject of heaven. She was deeply and sincerely interested in all Christian work, and especially in Athens, where she had lived some two years. She labored faithfully to establish and organize the Christian Church here, and very largely through her zeal and industry she, with others, for some months before her death, enjoyed the happiness of having the brethren buy a lot and small house, and form an active and devoted congregation. Though dead, she yet speaks, in her work of faith, and labor of love, and patience of hope, in our Lord Jesus Christ. Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her own works praise her within the gates. Unmixed praise is not due anyone. She was human, hence not faultless, but her many excellences of character so overshadowed any defects that we can well afford to remember the one and forget the other. One who boarded in her family for some three years writes and says: I knew her to be such a true, sweet, Christian woman; so kind, gentle, and affectionate to

son, husband, and friends, trying to make others good and be happy, all for the glory of God. When told the end had come, she smiled and said resignedly, Not my will, but thine, O God, be done. Then she called for her husband and son, and alone in the solemn quiet of the death chamber spoke to them of their parting and of her going home such words as only a dying Christian wife and mother can speak words they can never forget or value too highly. Failing at last to be aroused when called by her husband, her son laid down by her and said, Mother, this is your little boy Sewell, when she turned her face toward him, and being unable to speak, smiled so sweetly. Her son was thus the last one she knew, and his voice the last one she heard. May he ever prize her loving words, Be mothers good boy always. The Lord bless her life in the home in the church, and in the community, and may husband and son and loved ones be comforted in Christ. I have written at her dying request.

R. Lin Cave.

Gospel Advocate, November 8, 1894, page 707.

Hagood, Addie Dement

Addie Dement was born Sept. 2, 1812; was married to Thomas Hagood Feb. 7, 1827; and died Feb. 16, 1897. Her life was a long and eventful one. Her husband preceded her to the spirit land nine years. She was the mother of fourteen children, eleven of whom lived to be grown, but eight of whom had gone to join their father in the sweet by and by ere their mother went. Grandma Hagood, as we all called her, obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of Brother Greer, in Mississippi, on the third Lords day in July, 1845, and ever after lived an ardent and consistent Christian life. She was remarkably honest, frank, and candid, seldom, if ever, manifesting the timeserving spirit so often seen in the lives of some professing Christians. She loved the Master cause and word, and opposed all additions thereto. Her devotion to the Master, and her steady advocacy of his cause, is seen in the fact that her husband, all her children who lived to years of maturity, together with all her sons-in-law (save one), and all her daughters-in-law, were brought into the church of Christ almost entirely through her influence. Her firm faith, her buoyant hope and steadfast purpose in the service of Christ, fell like a benediction upon all who came within the circle of her influence. When I first came to Tyro I found Grandma Hagood living here, and ever afterwards when I visited Tyro I made it a point to spend part of the time with her. It was a real pleasure to talk with her of things spiritual and eternal. But a few days before her death I visited her. She was very feeble. Old age had about done its work. She could speak barely above a whisper, but she grasped my hand warmly, saying: I am still lingering here; I dont know why, unless it is the Heavenly Fathers will. If it were his will, I had raher go and be at rest. I know I have always been very weak and imperfect. I claim nothing for what I have done. I am simply trusting Jesus. She then quoted very fervently:

Jesus, my Lord, I know his name;
His name is all my trust;
Nor will he put my soul to shame,
Nor let my hope be lost.

Firm as his throne his promise stands,
And he can well secure
What I've committed to his hands
Till the decisive hour.

Then will he own my worthless name
Before his Father's face,
And in the New Jerusalem
Appoint for me a place.

Grandma Hagood leaves three children, a large number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and a host of friends to mourn their loss; but our present loss is her eternal gain. Rest, dear mother, till the bright morning dawns, and we meet again in glory.

W. T. Breedlove.

Gospel Advocate, May 6, 1897, page 279.

Hagood, Mary R. Smith

Mary R. Smith, youngest daughter of John Smith and Mary Smith, was born, in Shelby County, Tenn., on September 16, 1837; was married, to Ira B. Hagood, of Tyro, Ark., on February 7, 1858; and died, at her home, in Tyro, on August 23, 1904. Sister Hagood was the mother of nine children, all of whom, save two, a daughter, who died when she was four years old, and a son, who lived somewhere in Florida she lived to see obey the gospel and become members of the body of Christ. Sister Hagood and her husband obeyed the gospel at the same time, and were baptized, by Dr. Chambers, in the fall of 1868. When Sister Hagood obeyed the gospel, she did it with all her heart; and she was never known to express a doubt as to the righteousness and safety of her course. She loved the church and its services, and rarely missed a meeting when able to be present. She was a good neighbor, a faithful wife, and a loving mother. She is greatly missed most of all by her husband, who still lingers on the shores of time awaiting the summons to join her on the other shore.

W. T. Breedlove.

Gospel Advocate, October 6, 1904, page 634.

Hagstrom, Bruce Alan

Bruce Alan Hagstrom died of a massive heart attack Dec. 27, 1989, in his home in Grand Prairie, Texas. He was 30 years old.

Hagstrom had recently completed his third semester at the Preston Road Center for Christian Education and would have graduated this May.

He is survived by his wife, Pam; and three children, Kenneth, Trista and Lance. The family has returned to the Wichita Falls area and is presently staying with Hagstrom's parents.

Gospel Advocate, April, 1990, page 52.

Hail, Dudley B.

Brother Dudley B. Hail, son of Amon and Lockey Hail, of Jackson County, Tenn., was born on May 31, 1820, and died on June 5, 1905. He was married to Sister Julian Richman on March 7, 1841, who died on April 22, 1888; and to them ten children were born. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Newton Mulkey and was baptized by Brother Trott in 1862. He had been a minister of the gospel for about thirty years. Brother Hail was a daily preacher by both words and deeds. He could preach better privately than publicly. There are few homes of the Christian persuasion in this county that he had not visited, instructed, and strengthened, time and again, in the good and right way. He seemed to be spiritually-minded, as frequently in his sleep he would sing, quote the scriptures, and exhort the brethren and sisters to walk with God; but when he would awake, he would know nothing of his worship. The writer has witnessed this of Brother Hail often. Brother Hail was an industrious and successful farmer, and made a good and comfortable living; he reared an intelligent and good family of sons and daughters, and taught them the will of God as best he could. He earnestly contended for the faith with one and all as he understood it; he kept his promises well by paying his debts; he lived a sober, quiet, Christian life; he preached the gospel freely without church support, and claimed for his only rule of faith and practice the word of God; he separated himself from the world and from its human organizations; and when those indebted to him did not pay him, he handled it as best he could without a lawsuit. He has more than once, after the brethren had given to him and to the writer money for a protracted meeting given his share to the writer, saying: Please accept this, as I have my family raised, and you have not. He was a one-book (Bible) preacher, and had been a close reader of the Bible and the Gospel Advocate for many years. He made distribution of his property and money among his children as he thought to be right, and thus wound up his own business. He requested the writer to talk at his burial and selected the scripture to be read, and said: Do not represent me as being without fault, for I have my faults. His body was laid to rest in Richman Cemetery, on Flynns Creek, in Jackson County, in the presence of a large crowd of relatives friends, and brethren in the Lord.

Hiram Pharris., Gainesboro, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June 29, 1905, page 411.

Haile, Ella D.

Sister Ella D. Haile was born on February 20, 1881, and died on January 13, 1908. She was the daughter of Brother and Sister W. P. Beachboard. On May 4, 1905, she was married to Mr. James Haile, with whom she lived happily until death. Sister Haile had been in bad health for several months before her Father called her home, but she bore her sufferings with Christian fortitude. She obeyed the gospel when she was about sixteen years of age, and lived faithful to the end. She was ever ready to minister to the sick and dying, or to perform any other Christian duty. Her seat was never vacant at church unless providentially hindered. She is greatly missed by the little congregation with which she met to break bread on each Lords day. She leaves a heartbroken father, mother, four brothers, two sisters, and a grief-stricken husband to mourn her sad departure. Funeral services were conducted by Brother C. M. Gleaves in the presence of many sorrowing friends and relatives, after which she was laid to rest to await the resurrection morn.

One who Loved Her., Bellbuckle, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June 4, 1908, page 362.

Haile, James C.

On Monday, May 14, a beloved disciple of our Lord passed from this life to his reward. James C. Haile, minister of the Science Hill Church of Christ for the past 12 years, teacher and coach at Central Middle School and a friend to all, will surely be missed. He was the type Christian man that proved he loved God by his example and love for other people. Coach Haile, loved to preach the word, two weeks before his death he preached at Science Hill and had to sit in a chair because he was too weak to stand.

Coach Haile loved to teach and coach, this past February he lead his girls team to the State Finals. He loved basketball and his girls and they loved him. Sometimes too weak to stand he had to sit and coach. Coach Haile was a friend to many, and all who knew him loved him dearly. He loved his family and his family loved him. Coach Haile won many victories in life on the basketball court and for Jesus.

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 kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but allt them also that love his appearing. (2 Timothy 4:6-8.)

Phillip W. Burkhart., Murfreesboro, TN 37130.

Gospel Advocate, June 21, 1984, page 377.

Hailey, Homer

Evangelist, educator and author Homer Hailey died at his home Nov. 9. He was 97.

Hailey began preaching in Buffalo Gap, Texas, in 1927. He served as minister for churches in Texas, California, Hawaii, Florida and Arizona and preached for meetings in hundreds of churches of Christ throughout the United States.

He taught Bible at Abilene Christian College for 13 years between 1934 and 1951. He served for 22 years as vice president and head of the Bible department at Florida Christian College in Temple Terrace, Fla., and then retired to Tucson in the spring of 1973.

Books Hailey authored include: Attitudes and Consequences in the Restoration Movement; Lets Go Fishing for Men; Commentary on the Minor Prophets; That You May Believe; and Haileys Comments, Vols. 1 and 2. He also wrote commentaries on the books of Revelation and Isaiah.

The Churches of Christ in the 20th Century Homer Haileys Personal Journey of Faith, written by David Edwin Harrell Jr., was published this year by the University of Alabama Press in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Hailey was preceded in death by his first wife, Lois, who died in 1954, and his second wife, Widna, who died in 1997. He is survived by a sister, Mary Ida White; two daughters, Mary Lois Hoots and Carol Ann Hailey; two sons, Rob and Dennis; one stepson, Richard Kirby; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Tucson, Ariz.

Gospel Advocate, December, 2000, page 41.

Halbert, Fannie Gibson

Fannie Gibson Halbert, wife of James C. Halbert, of Cyruston, Tenn., died on October 19, 1915, at the age of seventy-four years. They were married before the war and had two children when Brother Halbert enlisted in the Confederate service, in which he served until the surrender. Four sons and three daughters were born to them. She began her religious life by joining the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. About forty years or more ago she was baptized into Christ. She was a constant reader of the Gospel Advocate and the Bible. She read many other things, but these were her constant companions through life. For fifteen years she had been an invalid, with no hope of final recovery. She bore her affliction with that Christian fortitude that ever characterized her life. Sister Halbert was truly one of Gods noble women. She loved her husband; she brought up her children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord; she was a keeper at home; she fed the hungry, clothed the naked, visited the sick, and entertained strangers as well as the preachers, whom she never tired in serving, and her praise has continually been in their mouths. May God help her aged husband, around whom the shadows are gathering, and her children and loved ones, to realize that their temporary loss is her eternal gain. Having won the victory, she has entered into the rest reserved for the people of God, to be forever with the Lord.

T. C. Little.

Gospel Advocate, December 30, 1915, page 1325.

Halbrook, J. H.

Brother J. H. Halbrook was born in Lewis County, Tenn., about 1840, and departed this life on October 1, 1905. For several days his body had been wasting away by an incurable malady. He was reared on the farm, with poor chances of obtaining an education. He was married early in life and settled down to live the life of a farmer. He obeyed the gospel, and soon afterwards began to preach; but it was not long until he decided to sell all he had and go to school. Accordingly, he entered college at Mars Hill, Ala., under Prof. T. B. Larimore, and remained in school about two years. He then settled at New River, Ala. He preached extensively through Alabama and Tennessee for about seventeen years. He came to Florida in 1889. His power as a preacher was not due to rhetorical embellishments, incorrectly styled eloquence; it depended, first of all, on a statement of the truth, which was always so clear and systematic that the mind of the hearer received it as if by intuition. He baptized hundreds of people, and among them some very distinguished preachers. His dealings with his fellow-men were scrupulously exact. When I heard of his death, I felt like David did over the death of Abner: know ye not that there is a prince and a great man fallen this day in Israel. (2 Sam. 3:38.) His remains were buried at Ebenezer, in Levy County, Fla. The funeral services were conducted by the writer.

S. W. Colson.

Gospel Advocate, November 2, 1905, page 704.

Halbrook, J. P., Sr.

J. P. Halbrook, Sr., passed to his reward October 10, 1949. He was the osn of the late Stephen Halbrook and a nephew of the late Joe Halbrook, who were faithful gospel preachers. He had been a faithful and zealous servant of the Lord for many years, and had labored faithfully against many odds for many years to keep the light of the gospel shining in a needy place in Mississippi. His constant efforts have not gone unrewarded. He left a name of strength in our Lords cause and a name of integrity in dealing with his fellow men not often surpassed in this day and age. His wife and all five children are members of the church of Christ. Since 1907 his home had been at Belzoni, Miss. However, he had expressed a strong desire to spend his last days in Tennessee and there to be buried in its red-clay hills. At the time of his death he was visiting in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Charles Paine, Jr., of Chattanooga, Tenn. His body was brought ot Nashville and buried in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Left to mourn his passing and to try to follow him even as he followed Christ are his loving wife (Maitie Williams Halbrook), four daughters (Mrs. Charles Paine, Jr., of Chattanooga; Mrs. E. B. Davis of Fayetteville; Miss Sara T. Halbrook of Chattanooga; and Mrs. Douglas Tanksley of Nashville), one son (J. P. Halbrook, Jr., of Belzoni, Miss.), two sisters (Mrs. D. C. McKelvey of Nashville and Mrs. A. H. Gibbons of Oklahoma City), and one brother John C. Halbrook of Belzoni, Miss.). His loved ones mourn his passing.

J. P. Halbrook, Jr., Son.

Gospel Advocate, October 27, 1949, page 686.

Halbrook, Joseph H.

In old Ebenezer Cemetery, seven miles northwest from Bronson, Fla., in the solemn silence and stillness of the dreamless sleep we call death, rests the body of our beloved brother, Joseph H. Halbrook, between the bodies of his faithful Christian wivesMargaret, his helpmeet as he ascended, and Eliza, as he descended, the mountain of life.

In the army of consecrated souls sent forth from Mars Hill to battle for the rightto live and to die for Christ and his causethere was not a braver, better soldier than Josie, as Margaret affectionately called him.

Brother Halbrook was born in Perry County, Tenn., on December 14, 1841; enlisted in the Confederate Army on December 14, 1862; was captured by the Federal Army at Nashville, Tenn., on December 15, 1864; married, though penniless, immediately after the war, a good girl who had nothing but a pure heart and a good stock of religion, as he expressed it; obeyed the gospel almost immediately after his marriage; served the Lord faithfully the remnant of his days; and closed his earthly career on October 1, 1905. His wife, Margaret, died in the fall of 1891; Eliza, his second wife, on October 14, 1905.

As he, though older than myself, was my pupil, as well as my friend and brother, I knew him intimately and well. His character was always clean. His reputation was never tarnished. His loyalty to the Lordto Christ and his causewas never questioned, never questionable. He lived to do good. He loved to do good. He did good as long as he lived. An appropriate biographical sketch and a remarkable characteristic likness of our beloved brother constitute an important part of F. D. Srygleys popular work, Biographies and Sermons. It is a blessing to the sons and daughters of men to be permitted to read and study the biographies of such men as J. H. Halbrook.

T. B. Larimore.

Gospel Advocate, May 17, 1906, page 319.

Halbrook, Steven F.

We write this in memory of Brother Steven F. Halbrook, of Lyle Station, Tenn. He was born April 6, 1838; died Aug. 15, 1896, aged fifty-eight years, three months, and nine days. He was married to Amanda Vict Aug. 23, 1866, who preceded him in death Oct. 5, 1871. February 18, 1872, he was married to Mary E. Thorton, who survives him. He obeyed the gospel in the summer of 1866, and began preaching in a few years after he became a Christian. He was faithful and true, and earnestly contended for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints. I would say to his loved ones behind to come and follow the instructions he has given you, and God will love you, and you can meet him again where death and parting will be known no more.

J. P. Litton.

Gospel Advocate, September 17, 1896, page 605.

Hale, Annie Lou

Annie Lou Osborne Hale was born on May 5, 1887. Her mother died when she was two years old, and when only three years old she came into the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. K. P. Hale, of Dyer, Tenn. She became a Christian at the age of fifteen years, and was faithful in the discharge of her Christian duty. The last year of her life she suffered almost constantly. She loved life and was anxious to live; but she often spoke of death, and with a trusting, childlike faith, she said she was not afraid to die. She died on Sunday morning, March 14, 1909. Her body was buried at Yorkville, Tenn, funeral services being conducted by Brother G. Dallas Smith.

Eph. P. Smith., Rutherford, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 15, 1909, page 470.

Hale, Charlie

Brother Charlie Hale was born on April 23, 1871; was born into the family of God in 1908, under Brother Hamiltons preaching, at Palmers Chapel; and died on the evening of April 7, 1910, his body being laid under the sod the following day, amid the tears and heartaches of many friends and loved ones. To Brother Hale and wife were born two sweet little boys. Mother, bend the twigs in the way God would have them grow. May grace be supplied his loved ones who mourn his going away, and may his wife lean upon Him who has promised to be a husband to the widow and a father to the fatherless. While we will see his face no more this side of eternity, we have the glorious consolation that we shall see him in the beautiful golden sometime, for blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.

Mrs. D. C. Lane.

Gospel Advocate, September 29, 1910, page 1100.

Hale, Elva Fox

Elva Fox Hale was born on April 9, 1878, and died on October 6, 1914. She was married to W. P. Hale in early womanhood. She leaves a husband, three children, father, mother, and four sisters. During her brief married life she lived at Mount Pleasant, Ethridge, Lewisburg, Tenn., and Bowling Green, Ky.; and at all of these places she gladly found her way in the meetings to worship with the disciples of the Lord on the first day of the week. She entered into the body of Christ early in life and lived that life that gave her a hope in the home of the blissful beyond. She had the training of faithful, Christian parents, which gave her the advantage of the sweetest and most delightful earthly life. Her last earthly home was at Lewisburg, Tenn., where she closed her eyes in death. The remains were carried to Ethridge, and the funeral sermon was preached by Brother S. T. Sewell. Her people can hope for a happy and glorious reunion in the home of our Fathers love.

F. C. Sowell.

Gospel Advocate, February 18, 1915, page 163.

Hale, Harriett Allen

Harriett Allen Hale, a truly virtuous woman passed into the blissful new life July 31, 1981 at age 63. Her husband and children, two boys and two girls, called her blessed, for she excelled them all in faithfulness, loyalty, and devotion to the cause of Christ. Her husband, Graham W., early in their married life became a gospel preacher and is now preaching for the church in Arcadia, La.

Her first son, Richard, began preaching while very young and is now pulpit minister for Eastwood Church in El Paso, Texas. Her other son, Jerry, is a deacon and educational minister in Conroe, Texas. Her son-in-law, Donald Skipper, conducted her funeral service in Ruston, La., and is minister for the church in San Augustine, Texas. Her final words were not of herself but for all these to continue their efforts to increase her Lords Kingdom.

Bill McLeod.

Gospel Advocate, September 3, 1981, page 537.

Hale, James M.

James M. Hale, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Hale, was born Jan. 11, 1865; died at Fort Niobrara, Neb., Oct. 12, 1897; aged thirty-two years. He was a soldier of Company F. Twelfth U.S. Infantry, and served faithfully four years and six months. He was dearly beloved by all who knew him. Weep not, dear mother, and brothers, and sisters. We hope your loss is his eternal gain. We deeply sympathize with you in your great bereavement. He leaves a host of friends to mourn their loss; for none knew him but to love him, none named but to praise. His request was to be buried on the Lone Prairie. We hope he is not dead, but sleeping. The dark shadows of death gathered around him, and he closed his eyes to rest. We hope his soul is now with Jesus.

Lela and Nettie., Junkston, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November 25, 1897, page 742.

Hale, J. K. P.

J. K. P. Hale was born on June 4, 1837, near Yorkville, Gibson County, Tenn. He died on October 16, 1917. In his young manhood he was married to Miss Ellen Crockett, of Obion County. No children were born of this union, but several orphan children lived in their home. His wife survives him and lives in Dyer, Tenn. His adopted daughter, Mrs. Ellie Crenshaw, lives upon his old home place near Yorkville. The deceased was a member of the congregation at Yorkville, and in his last days he talked much about death and his faith in the gospel and often expressed his hope of eternal life. The writer, at his request, read Job 14 and spoke the last words over his remains.

Eph. P. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, January 10, 1918, page 41.

Hale, Mattie

Mattie Hale, wife of William Hale, died on July 30, 1905. For several months she had suffered the agonies of that dread disease, consumption. The funeral took place from the Methodist Church, as she was a member of that church. The sympathy of many friends was extended to the bereaved ones. Quite a concourse of people, without regard to age, sex or creed, attended her funeral; for she had many friends. While on her deathbed the deceased said that at first it seemed hard to leave her loved ones, especially her husband and three children; but later on she had decided that it was all right and that God would take care of them. She suffered long, but was kind, never losing her patience during her sickness. She requested that the writer should speak at her funeral and also write a notice of her death for theGospel Advocate. She had all the attention that loving hands could bestow. I would point the bereaved husband to Him who alone can heal the broken heart and still the troubled waves. May he be drawn nearer to the bleeding cross, where all is peace and joy. The sweetest joys that earth can give and all the bliss of heaven depends upon the way that we spend this life. If we follow Christ, all things will work together for our good while here, and heaven, with all its joys, awaits us when lifes conflicts are over.

Thomas C. King.

Gospel Advocate, September 28, 1905, page 624.

Hale, Nettie Kidwell

Mrs. Nettie Kidwell Hale was born August 25, 1866; passed January 12, 1942, at the age of seventy-five. She was married to George W. Hale, April 3, 1889. To this union were born two childrenH. Clyde Hale, minister of the West End Church, Atlanta, Ga., and Mrs. Alex Tassey, McMinnville, Tenn., who, with her husband, survive her. Sister Hale was born and reared near Gassoway, Tenn., where Jim Kidwell, her only surviving brother, still lives. She is also survived by four grandchildren. She was a near relative of the lamented J. M. Kidwell, who lived and labored with the Smithville (Tenn.) congregation for twenty-five years. She was also related to the Wesley Kidwell, who died at Dallas, Texas, some years ago. She had four uncles who were gospel preachers. Sister Hale lived a quiet and beautiful life. Her virtues were many, and she had but few faults, so far as those who knew her best could see. She read her Bible daily, and was a great believer in prayer. She looked upon the church as Gods kingdom. If she had any enemies, they were not known. Her husband and children never knew her to speak unkindly of anyone. She was sympathetic to the poor, and was never known to turn a stranger away. That her affections were set on things above and that she looked forward to that city whose builder and maker is God her daily conduct evidenced. Her body was gently borne from the home in which she died, near McMinnville, Tenn., to her home church at Gassoway, Tenn., and there the funeral services were conductd by S. H. Hall and her body buried at the old burying ground at that place. Our hearts go out in sympathy to her aged companion, to the daughter, and to the son, Clyde, as we familiarly call him, who stood so nobly by his mother in her declining years. Friends from Atlanta, Nashville, and other places were at the services to comfort with their presence the sorrowing relatives.

S. H. Hall.

Gospel Advocate, February 5, 1942, page 143.

Hale, Permelia McDonal

Permelia McDonal was born on December 16, 1834; was married to S. B. Hale on March 22, 1856; and died on August 25, 1905. She obeyed the gospel under the praching of Brother Will Logan in the year 1893. She was the mother of eight children. She had the sad misfortune of being left a widow early in life, and the duties of rearing her large family without her helpmate fell heavily upon her, all of which she bore with Christian fortitude. She was an earnest Christian; a good, kind, self-sacrificing mother and grandmother. A large number of friends and relatives attended her funeral, which was preached by Brother Joe McPherson. She was laid to rest in the old family burying ground on Pond Creek. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.

Ella Harrison.

Gospel Advocate, December 14, 1905, page 796.

Hale, Priscilla

Priscilla Halemaiden name McQuarywas born in Kentucky about March, 1826, and died of pneumonia April 8, 1894. She had been twice married. Her first husband was Carroll Hale; her last, George Halethey were cousins. By her first husband she had two children, Bettie and Jacksonnone by her last. Bettie died more than twenty years ago, but had been baptized about a year before her death by Brother A. L. Johnson. Her son, at whose residence she died, lives on Harpeth River, two or three miles below the Narrows, in Cheatham county. He is a well-to-do farmer, and a member of the church, with a large and respected family of children. Aunt Priscilla, as she was commonly called, was a woman of strong mind and good qualities, who had lived happily with her second husband over forty years. They had a pleasant home, and were surrounded by most of the comforts of life. Though they had no children of their own, their house was always the home of other peoples, some of whom they raised. Her open-handed charity ministered to the wants of many, especially during the last fifteen or twenty years of her life, her own children having gone. She had been a member of the Church of Christ for about fifty years, having obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother James C. Anderson, at Sams Creek, Tenn. She had been faithful to the cause from beginning to end. Some scriptures were read and prayers had in the presence of a large gathering of friends and neighbors by the writer.

G. F. Gullom.

Gospel Advocate, September 27, 1894, page 611.

Hale, Urban

On the night of October 27, 1907, the death angel visited the home of Brother and Sister Joe Hale and claimed for its victim their son, Urban Hale. Urban was born on September 5, 1887. He obeyed the gospel in August, 1905, under the preaching of Brother Buford, and from then until the time of his death he lived the life of a true and noble Christian. It is sad indeed to think that he has gone from us never to return, but we have the assurance that we will meet him again if we live as he lived. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.

Urban will be greatly missed in the church at Pond Creek, in Cheatham County, Tenn., of which he was leader in the song service, and also in the entire community in which he was reared. He was a true and obedient son, a loving brother, and a kind and hospitable friend, ever ready to give a kind word to those in trouble and a helping hand to any chartibale deed. To the sorrowing father, mother, brothers, and sisters I would say:Weep not, for your son and brother is at rest; but so live that when the time comes for you to depart from this world you may have the blessed privilege of meeting him where parting is unknown.

Cora Cullum.

Gospel Advocate, November 14, 1907, page 734.

Haley, Matilda

With sadness I chronicle the death of Sister Matilda Haley, of Rome, Smith County, Tenn. She was a highly favored daughter of Christian parents, surrounded by Christian influences and reared in a Christian home. She obeyed the gospel when young, and was a devoted Christian until death. She was a faithful wife and a tender, affectionate mother. She was born on April 20, 1839, and died on April 14, 1904. Brother Haley and children feel sad and lonely without her, but they have the hope of the gospel to help them bear their great loss. Sister Haleys life was pure; her walk, exemplary; her example, worthy of imitation by all. Though dead, she yet speaks to her loved ones by her example, by her wise counsel, and by her tender admonitions. She was largely instrumental in bulding our house of worship at Rome. She loved the cause of the Master and was always ready to contribute and to make sacrifices for the upbuilding of Zion. She was loved by the community in which she lived; and she is sadly missed by the church at Rome, for she was our leader in the song service. May the bereaved ones find consolation in the gospel, and may they live to meet the Savior and the one they loved so well in the sweet by and by. Never again will we hear the melody of her sweet voice or follow her in the song service, singing and making melody in our hearts to the Lord. May we not forget the singer when we sing the songs. May we be faithful and dutiful, and a last be able to say, as she said, in the language of the great apostle: 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 at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. (2 Tim. 4:6-8.)

J. W. Eatherly., Rome, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June 30, 1904, page 410.

Haley, Telitha

Mrs. Telitha Haley was born near Granville, Tenn., eighty-four years ago. Early in life she married Henry Donoho, and they settled at Bagdad, Tenn,. where she and her husband became faithful members of the church. They reared an interesting family, all yet living: Dr. S. D. Donoho, Sherman, Texas; L. K. Donoho, Gunter, Texas; Charles Donoho, Durant, Okla.; Mrs. Belle Duke, Red Boiling Springs, Tenn.; and Mrs. Alice Fisher, Bagwell, Texas. About thirty years ago Brother Donoho was killed by a team of horses running away. Some years later she married A. S. Haley and moved near Rome, Tenn. A few months ago she and her husband decided to come to Texas and spend their remaining days with their children, he also having some children out here. She came on, and he remained in Tennessee to settle up a few little affairs. Both became sick. Neither could get to the other. After a long illness she died, March 14, 1920, at the home of her son in Sherman, and was buried here. A large audience attended the funeral. Brother E. H. Rogers and I made talks at the funeral. She and my mother were life-long friends. I have known her well all my life, having been reared in the community where she lived. She was present when I became a Christian, and gave me much encouragement when I began to take a public part in the worship. She was a fine character, and left a priceless heritage to her children and the church. All her children, except one, were able to be with her much in her last illness and to be at the funeral. I see no reason why we should not meet her in the home where changes never come.

L. S. White.

Gospel Advocate, May 6, 1920, page 461.

Haley, Walker W.

Walker W. Haley was born in the White House community, Marion County, Ala., in 1866. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Green Haley, were among the first to be baptized in that section of Alabama. They were baptized by John Taylor. The White House Church is one of the oldest congregations in Alabama. Green Haley was one of the first gospel preachers to live in Marion County. Brother Haleys grandparents were Mr. and Mrs. Allen Haley. He attended the Old Godfrey College, at Double Springs, Ala., when a young man. W. W. Haley, Charley Haley, and John Haley cleared the ground and built the first store in what is now Haleyville. Charley and John preceded him in death. In 1892 he was married to Miss Martelia Taylor, of Berry, Ala. He helped to organize the Traders and Farmers Bank in 1906, in which he served as cashier for four years. Then he became president of the bank and served in that place till death. The bank is the oldest in Winston County. Brother Haley has been active in church work for several years. The home of Brother and Sister Haley has always been the preachers home. He has spent much time and money to advance the cause in his community. He has been instrumental in helping many people who were in need of help. Brother Haley came to my aid when I entered David Lipscomb College in 1923. He has been a friend to me in time of need. Brother Haley passed away in Lakeland, Fla., February 8, while visiting there to regain his health. The funeral services were held in the church building, Sunday, February 11, 2:30 P.M., conducted by Ben Harding and A. C. Dreaden. Survivors are: Mrs. Haley, one son (Wallace Haley), two daughters (Mrs. Roy G. Cooksey, of Bowling Green, Ky., and Mrs. R. G. Macafee), one brother (Matt Haley), one sister (Mrs. Susan Tidwell), and six grandchildren.

Chester Estes.

Gospel Advocate, March 14, 1940, page 263.

Halford, Mrs. A. M.

A beloved mother has fallen asleep. On the fourth of March, 1897, Grandma Halford, aged sixty-six years, finished her life work and fell asleep in the arms of our blessed Lord. She was born in North Carolina March 3, 1831. While living in West Tennessee she married A. M. Halford. They came to Arkansas in 1871, where they remained till her death. For forty-two years she was a faithful soldier of the cross. She leaves a husband and three children, besides a host of friends, to mourn their loss. She will be missed in the church, but she is at rest. Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection. May this thought cheer her husband and children. Let us live and die as she, that we may meet her where sad partings never come. He that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live again. Sweetly let her sleep.

J. J. Towry., Golden City, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, April 15, 1897, page 231.

Halford, Annie Thompson

Mrs. Annie Thompson Halford, wife of M. L. Halford, was born on December 5, 1875, and died at her home in South Rockwall, Texas, June 18, 1905. She obeyed the gospel about fifteen years ago, thus living one-half of her life in the service of her Master, and was a splendid Christian woman. She was married to M. L. Halford on December 6, 1891. She never had any children, but left a good mother, a sister, a broken-hearted husband, and a host of friends to mourn their loss. It is hard to give up our loved ones; but when they die as this good woman, we can, by faith, see them radiant in the glad city whose builder and maker is God. A successful life is to get in the Lord, live in the Lord, die in the Lord; and Gods Book says we rest from our labors, and our works follow us. This is what Sister Halford did. May all the sad see something better than tears in the death of this good woman. The funeral services were conducted by the writer.

J. S. Dunn.

Gospel Advocate, July 13, 1905, page 442.

Hall, Addison Farris

Addison Farris Hall, son of John McCurdy and Margaret Hall, was born in Giles County, Tenn., on June 19, 1847; departed this life in Fresno, Calif., lacking just a few months of reaching the extraordinary age of ninety-five years. While he was still a youth, his family moved to Texas, where he made his home until 1888, at which time he moved to the Fresno community. He lived here from then until his passing, with the exception of five years spent back in Texas. On April 21, 1867, he was married to Miss Mary Jane Thorpe, to which union seven children were born. After his first wifes death, he married Miss Della P. Harrel, to which union also seven children were born. Brother Hall obeyed the gospel in Texas in 1867, and had been a regular reader of the Gospel Advocate since that year. I understand that his name has never been off the list of subscribers since that time. He was active in leadership during the years following his conversion, and held his faith firmly until death. He had been a member of the Arlington Heights Church since the beginning of this congregation. The writer endeavored to speak words of comfort to the grieving children and their families and a host of friends.

William S. Irvine., Fresno, Calif.

Gospel Advocate, May 21, 1942, page 499.

Hall, Mrs. A. K.

Sister Hall, the wife of Brother A. K. Hall, was born on May 1, 1845; was married on January 4, 1864; was baptized into Christ by Brother G. A. Dunn on May 14, 1898; and depated this life on November 24, 1905. Sister Hall was for a number of years a devout Methodist, but just as soon as she learned the truth she obeyed her Lord. I have spent a great deal of time preaching at Oak Ridge, Miss., and made my home with this excellent family a greater portion of the time. Sister Hall did her part in entertaining strangers and brethren. When able she was always at the services of the church and was an enthusiastic member. The church has lost a faithful worker; Brother Hall, a faithful wife; the children, a faithful mother; the community, a neighbor indeed. She reared a large family, of which the greater part are Christians. May God bless the family, and may they ever continue faithful to God. Brother Hall is a faithful Christian.

J. B. Nelson.

Gospel Advocate, March 15, 1906, page 174.

Hall, Albert S.

Albert S. Hall, preacher of the gospel for more than forty years, died at the Harris Hospital, Fort Worth, Texas, on June 20, 1955. His death came as the result of a series of heart attacks. He is survived by his wife, Clara; two sons, three daughters, eight grandchildren, two brothers, and four sisters. All of his children are Christians. All of his sons-in-law and daughters-in-law are Christians and all of his grandchildren of accountable age are Christians. Brother Hall was forced into retirement about five years ago because of ill-health. Funeral services were conducted by Leroy Brownlow in the Polytechnic auditorium. He was buried in Laurel Land Memorial Park at Fort Worth. Brother Hall was born January 17, 1882, in Fulton County, Ark. He was served many congregations as local preacher and has held hundreds of meetings in many states over the nation. Because of his willingness to sacrifice and serve he died a poor man in this worlds goods, but rich in eternal treasure. Brother Hall lived and taught the truth.

Wyndell Hall.

Gospel Advocate, August 11, 1955, page 713.

Hall, Annie Pearl

Annie Pearl Brummett was born on October 18, 1896, near Brownsville, Tenn., and died on December 10, 1921, at Brinkley, Ark., where she was undergoing tretement in a hospital. She obeyed the gospel in the days of her youth, and always loved the church and its appointments, and, when possible, was a constant attendant at its services. In August, 1919, she was married to Mr. Wendell Hall. She leaves her husband and a little boy, Wendell, Jr. She is also survived by her father, W. A. Brummett, four sisters, and three brothers, who are sad because of her going away. Her body now rests in Brownsville cemetery beside that of her precious mother, who preceded her just three months. Funeral services were conducted by Brother L. L. Brigance, of Henderson, Tenn.

Mrs. Annie R. Casey.

Gospel Advocate, August 31, 1922, page 838.

Hall, Bettie Brandon

Died, at her home, at Halls, Tenn., Feb. 2, 1896, our beloved sister, Bettie Brandon Hall. At twelve years of age she was baptized by Brother Jesse Sewell. On March 23, 1870, she was most happily married to Brother Tolbert F. Hall. Being brought up in the faith of the gospel, she never departed from it, but grew strong in the Lord and the power of his might. Kindness, gentleness, humility, and love were prominent traits in her beautiful Christian character. Her truthfullness and her fidelity to her convictions were also conspicuous. She was always interested in Christianity, and as from the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh, she seldom talked long without giving the conversation a religious turn. Under no circumstances would she retire without reading a chapter in the Bible. Her devotion to her husband and children is seldom surpassed. In her the poor, both white and black, had a friend upon whom they could always rely. I have never at any other time seen a whole town so moved by the death of a lady as was Halls when at her funeral we talked to a large corwd of her neighbors of her life, her death, our loss, and her gain. A devoted husband and six loving children are left to mourn, but, thank God, they sorrow not as others who have no hope. Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.

T. E. Scott.

Gospel Advocate, April 16, 1896, page 254.

Hall, I. Bernard

I. B. (Bernard) Hall is through with the trials and the troubles of this life. Last October he was hauling logs, and a heavily loaded wagon turned over, caught him underneath, and crushed him almost to death. An operation was performed; but all that medical skill and loving hands could do did not save his life. On October 13 his spirit took its flight to Him who gave it. He leaves behind a wife, two children, three brothers, and four sisters, besides many relatives and a host of friends. It seems impossible for a human being to suffer as Bother Hall did, and yet, unmindful of self, with the spirit of Christ, while almost at deaths door, he urged those who were waiting on him to leave him and administer to his loving wife. He was known to suffer untold misery, and yet he never complained of his lot or even moaned. He expressed himself as being ready to go. The writer had the pleasure of baptizing both him and Sister Georgia Long (who afterwards became his wife), and also of pronouncing the solemn ceremony that made them husband and wife. I am told that from the time he obeyed the gospel until his death he was ever at the post of duty, always meeting with the brethren and commemorating the death and suffering of his Savior. He was one of the most prominent members of the Amandas Chapel congregation; and while the congregation, as well as the entire community, miss him very much, they realize that their loss is his gain.

R. V. Cawthon.

Gospel Advocate, May 26, 1910, page 650.

Hall, Clyde

Clyde Hall was born on October 13, 1900, near Gassaway, Tenn., where he lived all his life. He was married to Miss Beatrice Overall on April 10, 1925. They were both young and had a happy home, which was soon saddened by his death. On July 26, 1929, the writer baptized him. He was in the church only one year and two days, having died on July 28, 1930. He was a true friend to man and a faithful servant of God. He was a good business man. At the time of his death he was postmaster at Gassaway, a merchant, president of the Milton Bank, a farmer, and a member of the school board. He will be greatly missed in his community; but he will be missed more in the church, for he was a good and faithful member, and was ready to assist in all the work of the church. The writer, one year and two days after he baptized him, preached the funeral discourse in the presence of one of the largest crowds that ever assembled in the little town. His body was laid to rest in the burial lot on the hill overlooking the town. Our friend, relative, son, brother, and husband has gone from us. Our great and temporal loss is his happy and eternal gain. May we all so live that we may live with him in the great and glorius hereafter.

John T. Smithson.

Gospel Advocate, December 4, 1930, page 1180.

Hall, Dan B.

Another life on earth has ended; another soul has gone home to be judged. Dr. Dan. B. Hall has laid down the burden of life. He passed peacefully away on January 4, 1903, his death being the result of a stroke of apoplexy which he received on January 1. Dr. Hall, during the last few months of his life, had become an earnest seeker for truth; and as he learned the truth, there was a desire in his heart to put it into practice in his life. He never obeyed God in all of his commandments, but it was his purpose to do so. However, the propitious time never came. Death was in advance of it; death came first. As to morality, Dr. Hall stood well in the town in which he lived. He loved right and hated wrong; he honored and respected the man in whose life the principles of Christianity were beautifully embodied. During the years of his health, Dr. Hall spent an active life; and it can be said to his credit that much of this activity was spent in ministering to he needs of the needy, in making lighter the burdens on the backs of the burdened. He extracted joy from doing good to others, and was happy when he caused light to break into some soul clouded over with sorrow. In many things he followed Christ. Surely, some reward awaits him; for deeds wrought in the name of Christ are not in vain. He stands before God. Mercy and love will enter into the decision of the Judge before whom he appears for judgment, and only that which is best will prevail.

Garrett W. MQuiddy.

Gospel Advocate, February 19, 1903, page 122.

Hall, Della P.

On June 19, 1929, Elmer Hall called me by telephone to come to Fresno, Calif., and conduct the funeral of his dear mother. Sister Della P. Hall was born in Texas, February 24, 1867, and died in California, June 19, 1929. She obeyed the gospel at the age of fourteen and was a faithful Christian from that time till she passed away. On August 4, 1884, she was married to Addison F. Hall, and to this union five sons and one daughter were born. All of her children and her husband, who was eighty-two years of age the day she died, survive her. In addition to being a devoted mother to her own children, she was an excellent stepmother to two sons and one daughter. Seemingly she made not the least difference between the stepchildren and her own, and they in turn were devoted to her. Sister Hall was one of the finest Christian characters it was ever my privilege to know. In her passing the community last a good neighbor, a host of people lost a faithful friend, our venerable Brother Hall lost a true helpmate, her children lost a devoted mother, and the church lost a consecrated Christian. The large crowd of sorrowing friends that attended her funeral and the many beautiful floral pieces indicated the high esteem in which she was held. We sorrow not as those who have no hope.

W. Halliday Trice.

Gospel Advocate, July 25, 1929, page 714.

Hall, Ella Lowe

Precious in the sight of Jehovah is the death of his saints. On May 11, 1932, God called unto himself one of his own, Mrs. Ella Lowe Hall, the faithful wife of Dr. Joseph David Hall, of Readyville, Tenn. She was born on November 6, 1860, the daughter of Capt. William Lowe and Martha Youree Lowe. Although nearing her seventy-second birthday, she was still active in service to God and humanity. Living her entire married life among their friends gave her a great opportunity for this service. The love and appreciation of these friends were evidenced by the great number who came to pay her tribute. The little church at Science Hill will miss her. One of the writers earliest memories is of Mrs. Hall always in her place at every service unless seriously ill. She will be missed most by those who were closest to her. She loved her home devotedly. Bereft of her only son, Frank, in infancy, she and her husband reared to splendid Christian womanhood three daughtersMrs. J. L. Barker, Mrs. J. D. McFarlin, and Miss Mary Hallall of whom were with her in tender, devoted service to the end. Being the first break in the family circle makes it even harder to bear. But it is for only a little while. After all, heaven and earth are not so far apart. Lead, kindly Light, amid the encircling gloom, lead thou me on.

Flora Travis.

Gospel Advocate, November 24, 1932, page 1269.

Hall, Georgia Stephenson

Georgia Stephenson Hall was born on February 7, 1879. She grew to womanhood and spent most of her early life in Hickman County, Tenn. While yet young she became obedient to the faith, by which she obtained the remission of sins, thus becoming a child of God, and enjoyed the promise of a rich inheritance with the saints over there. On August 3, 1898, she was married to Arthur C. Hall. Five children were born to them, all of whom, with the father, are still living. She had the pleasure of seeing all of her children, except the youngest (who is only a child), born into the family of God. For the past seventeen years Sister Hall had been a constant sufferer, and much of the time unable to walk, yet she never wavered in faith or failed to take comfort in the promises of God. It was my privilege to speak a few words of consolation and encouragement to the bereaved ones while we were assembled at the Chapel Avenue Church to pay a tribute of love and respect before laying the body to rest in Spring Hill Cemetery. 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.

J. T. Derryberry.

Gospel Advocate, July 9, 1925, page 665.

Hall, H. B.

Died, April 6, 1895, at his home in Martin, Tenn., Brother H. B. Hall. He was born in Rutherford County, Tenn., March 17, 1825, making hime a little over 70 years old. He has been a member of the Church of Christ about fifty-six years. He moved to Martin, Tenn., in 1881, and has been worshiping with the congregation here off and on ever since. He leaves one daughter, several grandchildren, and his aged companion to mourn their loss. He was a man that read a great deal, and was well posted in the scriptures. He knew a great deal of the early reformers, and was quite interesting in his conversation. Brother Hall, like all other men, was not perfect; he had his faults; and as he grew older, like all other old persons, became childish to some extent, but was always firm in what he thought the scriptures taught. He seemed to bear his sufferings the few days he was sick with as much Christian fortitude as any person I ever saw. And when he was conscious, he would utter sweet words of prayer for Gods help and mercy. He has gone as all others have to go, and may we all so live that when death comes we may be ready. God help the bereaved family, and may we all meet where partings will be no more.

Effie Louise Johnson.

Gospel Advocate, May 16, 1895, page 320.

Hall, Hettie F.

Sister Hettie F. Hall, wife of Thomas Hall, died on March 4, 1904; aged forty-three years, six months, and twenty-one days. They were married on February 9, 1881. She was for some years a member of the Presbyterian Church. About six years after her marriage, however, she was baptized into Christ, by Brother J. A. Harding, in South Nashville; and reliable information is that from then till her death she was an earnest, devoted member of the church of God. One evidence of her consecration to the cause of Christ is the fact that her husband and all of their children also became members of the church. Thus she leaves to her husband, her children, and all her friends the precious hope of the gospel of Christ; and if they will follow her example and be faithful in the Lords service to the end of life, they will meet her in the home of the soul, where these sad farewells are felt and feared no more. What a blessed thing it is to so live on this earth as to leave such precious consolations to surviving friends!

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1904, page 186.

Hall, Hiram

It has been said, Death loves a shining mark, and in the death of the subject of this brief sketch the old adage has been fully verified. Hiram Hall in all the relations of life, whether as a private citizen in the quiet walks of life or filling a seat in the legislative halls of our state, was true to his convictions of duty as the needle to the pole. His watch-word through life was always, Do right and let consequences take care, of themselves, and he acted fully up to it.

Born in Rutherford county, Tenn., in April 1821, he came to Mississippi in 1846, settling in Calhoun county. Here his sterling integrity and business capacity soon gave him such a hold on the confidence of the people that he was called to serve them as Supervisor, and for fourteen years they kept him in that most important office. In January, 1869, he removed to Desoto county, and the next year he was called to the Legislature from that county, serving in the session of 1881-2. After the formation of Tate county he was again elected Supervisor for that county and was made president of the board. After serving one term he retired from public life owing to age and infirmities.

He passed calmly and peacefully to his rest on the night of Jan., 17, 1888, leaving the memory of a good name as a sweet incense behind him.

Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1888, page 11.

Hall, Hubert

Hubert Hall of Woodville, Ala., was killed in a traffic mishap near his home in Woodville on October 24. Funeral services were conductd by Albert Parks and the writer at the Woodville church building on October 26. Brother Hall had endeared himself to a great host of people throughout the area by his humble, unassuming nature, and his dedication to Christ and the church. Every faithful preacher of the gospel who ever crossed his threshold (and there were many) received his encouragement, praise, and support. He and his good wife on numerous occasions offered the hospitality and warmth of their home to preachers and others who came their way. Brother Hall was a builder. He left many monuments in the area as testimony to his knowledge and craftsmanship. The Broad Street congregation in Scottsboro, Ala., now meets in a building whch was erected under his supervision and direction. He had served as a deacon in the Broad Street congregation before moving back to Woodville. He is survived by his wife, Audrey Kennamer Hall, and one son, David.

All of us who knew him well will sorely miss him. We have lost a dear and wonderful friend. He was a Christian gentleman.

Charles E. Cobb.

Gospel Advocate, December 24, 1970, page 827.

Hall, Idella Ashmore

On October 18, 1907, the death angel entered the home of Brother Philip H. Hall, of Yalobusha County, Miss., and carried away to her heavenly home Sister Idella Ashmore Hall, Brother Halls faithful wife. She was born in Tallahatchie County, Miss., of Doke and Louisa Allen Ashmore, about forty years ago. The writer remembers Sister Hall as a popular and kindly disposed young woman in the home of her aunt, near Crevi, Miss., her mother and her father having both died while she and her only sister were little baby girls. Early in life she married Brother Philip Hall. As the result of this marriage she leaves ten children, two of these being twin babies just a little more than six months old when their mother died. Two of her daughters and one son are now grown. Some six years ago Brother Hall moved with his family to Yalobusha County, where he and Sister Hall, with their older children, became identified with the congregation at Sylvan Knoll, near Coffeeville. Sister Hall was devotedly fond of her husband and children, making her life a willing sacrifice in the interests of her household. Besides her bereavd husband and children, she leaves one sister and one half-brother; the sister is Mrs. Cornelius Hall, of Teasdale, Miss., and the brother is Thomas B. Ashmore, of Ardmore, Okla. To all of these and to other relatives our sincerest sympathy is extended.

Lee Jackson.

Gospel Advocate, May 28, 1908, page 346.

Hall, Idella Frances

The Hebron church of Christ, Lascassas, Tenn., sustained a great loss on September 2. On this date Idella Frances Hall slipped across the river of death and into the great beyond. She was blessed with a long and useful life, being 82 years of age. She leaves a fine family to mourn her passing.

Sister Hall had served the Hebron church as a faithful member for over most of her eighty-two years. She raised three fine children. She taught them the ways of the Lord, and she set an example for them to follow. Sister Hall enjoyed telling of the Hebron church of several years ago when people would stand on the outside of the building because the building was filled. Stories have been told that on more than one occasion everyone at the Hebron church would go to her house for Sunday dinner. She was kind and humble yet possessing courage and strength of character. God blessed her with an active life almost to the end. She was deprived of attending only the last two months due to her final illness. This is the way she would have wanted it.

I feel a great personal loss in the passing of Sister Hall. I am thankful for having the privilege of working with her during the past year that I have been serving the Hebron church.

Memorial services were conducted on Sunday afternoon, September 3, at the East Side Funeral Home Chapel. Interment was in a family cemetery beside her husband who preceded her in death December, 1951.

Jim Huddleston.

Gospel Advocate, September 21, 1967, page 607.

Hall, James D. Sr.

James D. Hall, Sr., eighty-three, 217 West Heard Street, a resident of Cleburne, Texas, most of his life, died February 10 at the home of a son at Roanoke, Texas. He was a native of Kentucky, son of John and Cora Doss Hall. When two years old he was moved from Kentucky to live in Kilgore, Tyler, Corpus Christi and Breckinridge. He was formerly in the oil, ranching and lumber business. He was married to Sarah Maude Carper, March 13, 1898, in Cleburne. He was a charter member of the West Side church of Christ and a former elder of that church and Central church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, two sons, Herbert D. of Tyler and J. D., Jr., of Grapevine; two daughters, Mrs. S. F. Fuston of Cleburne, Mrs. Harvey Hendry of Jasper and one sister, Mrs. Arch Hillman of Lodi, Calif., and nineteen grandchildren. The funeral service was conducted by Foy Smith, Johnnie Richter and Leon Burns.

Mrs. Forest Fuston.

Gospel Advocate, March 16, 1961, page 175.

Hall, James H.

James H. Hall died at his home in Jackson, Tenn., June 29, 1891. Father, in thy departure, thy children have sustained the loss of the truest, most devoted parent, but thou hast left a priceless heritage, not of gold or lands, that rusts and fade away, but a knowledge of thy true virtues and the bright example of thy upright Christian life. We mourn the sad taking away of our father, but find consolation in the thought that our loss is his gain and that the hour will arrive when there will be a glorious meeting in that home above where there will be no sickness and sorrow, and where partings are unknown.

Mary Moss.

Gospel Advocate, July 22, 1891, page 453.

Hall, J. D.

Dr. J. D. Hall departed this life Sunday, February 27, 1938, at the age of eighty-three. Those who knew him best realize what a great loss his passing means to the community in which he spent his life and to the church of which he was a loyal member. For fifty-five years he was active as a practicing physician, ever anxious to relieve physical suffering, being just as attentive, thoughtful, and kind to those who were poor and without any means to pay for his services as he was to those who had plenty of this worlds goods. He was ever willing to spend and to be spent in service to others. Dr. Halls greatest interest was in living the Christian life and promoting the growth of the church, being ever active in all of its affairs. His loyalty and zeal were such that only sickness or a real emergency could keep him from any service. His interest in and knowledge of the Bible were truly remarkable. He was quick to detect error in teaching and ever ready to support and encourage the teaching of the truth. He was unassuming, yet truly a big man, for he was meek and humble and kind and good; and as he stepped through the veil, he could have said with Paul: I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith; henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness. At the funeral service, which was held at his home, ten miles east of Murfreesboro, were hundreds of friends who came from far and near to pay a tribute of love and respect to his memory and to extend their sympathy to his loved ones. The family burial plot was literally covered with the beautiful floral designs, expressing the sympathy of his many friends. J. W. Shepherd and A. C. Pullias each paid a beautiful tribute to his life of service as a Christian, neighbor, and physician.

Sam L. Youree., Nashville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 17, 1938, page 263.

Hall, Jess Homer, Sr.

Funeral services for Jess Homer Hall, Sr., 73, were conducted May 21, 1979, in the auditorium of the Burnet Church of Christ with brethren Morris Kemper, Darrell Debo, both of Burnet, and Cecil Alexander of Georgetown officiating.

Brother Hall had been visiting in Glasgow, Kentucky, when he suffered a debilitating stroke. Lying in a Glasgow hospital for more than three weeks, he died May 18 while enroute home to Burnet via air ambulance shortly after crossing the state line into his native Texas.

He was born April 7, 1906, in the Smithwick community of Burnet County, and was one of a large number of gospel preachers to have come out of the hills of this area of Central Texas. Of pioneer stock, the Hall family settled near the Colorado River in this county some 125 years ago, and many descendants continue to populate the area.

Hall preached the truth for more than 40 years, serving congregations in Itasca; Fort Worth (the old Prince St. church, and Birdville); Austin (southside, and Northside); El Paso; Paducah,, Ky. (Broadway, and Lone Oak); Ozona; Dearborn, Mich.; Glasgow, Ky.; Rapid City, S.D.; Burnet; Leander; Johnson City; and Liberty Hill. He had preached in meetings in 22 states and Canada.

Jess Hall was a church builder. A tribute nearly 40 years ago from a prominent fellow-laborer is no less true of him at the end of his earthly sojourn: I consider Jess Hall one of the most practical church workers I know anywhere. Many business men who have as much ability as he has are doing nothing more than going to church once or twice on Sundays. Jess could hold the respect of his fellowmen by doing far less than he is doing. But he is not the kind to be satisfied with a good reputation or a good report from men. He is doing about as much good as any preacher in town who is giving his whole time to the work. I know of no finer, cleaner man among us anywhere.

He was chaplain of the Burnet Volunteer Fire Department, a member and the treasurer of the Burnet Kiwanis Club, and was on the State Board of Child Welfare for Burnet County. A member of the Texas Department of Human Resources for Burnet County, a member of Burnet-Williamson County Opportunities, Inc., he was also a member of the Capital Area Planning Council in Program for the Aging.

Hall was a special representative for Burnet County Savings and Loan, and was named the Burnet Honor Citizen for Outstanding Contributions for the community in 1977. He received his education in the county, at UT at Austin and UT in El Paso.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Frances Hicks Hall of Burnet; a son, Jess Homer Hall Jr. of Houston; a daughter, Mrs. Janice Alder of San Antonio; a brother, Foy Ely Hall of Fort Worth; a granddaughter;and three grandsons.

Darrell Debo., Burnet, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, July 26, 1979, page 477.

Hall, J. W.

On the afternoon of March 14 Brother S. H. Hall called me over long-distance telephone to come to Smyrna, Tenn., and conduct the funeral services of his father, J. W. Hall. This was quite a sad occasion to me, and with much difficulty I served. I had never met the deceased in life; but S. H. Hall and I are, and have been for a long time, the warmest of friends, and whatever befalls a friend has always befallen me.

J. W. Hall was born on July 10, 1836, and died on March 14, 1917. If he had lived until July 10, next, he would have been eighty-one years of age. He was the father of fourteen children, most of whom have already passed over the river of death and are awaiting him. He leaves behind him, to mourn his great loss, a most devoted wife (a mother in Israel), two sons, a daughter, a brother, and a host of friends. These knew him best and as he realy was. Over fifty years ago he obeyed the gospel and was baptized, under the preaching of Brother Elisha G. Sewell, and since that time, through many fiery trials and over many obstacles and difficulties, he tried to serve the Lord and do the right.

Brother Hall always tried to be in the assembly on the Lords day, and was ready and willing to do anything in his power to make the services edifying to the saints and to point sinners to the Lamb of God. His life work is over and he is gone to appear before the righteous Judge to give an account unto him for every deed in life.

R. E. Wright.

Gospel Advocate, April 5, 1917, page 341.

Hall, John W.

John W. Hall was born March 1, 1866; died at Newbern, Tenn., Nov. 20, 1895. His last days were spent with his sister, Mrs. Bettie McCorkle, who had the consolation of administering to him and comforting him in her home, as his sweet life gradually passed away. He was immersed at Crockett Mills, Tenn., when seventeen years of age. He was an orphan boy, quiet and industrious, and wherever he was he tried to do his part. His future was full of promise, until consumption, that fell destroyer of human hopes and human life, with its cruel cough and hectic hue told him he must go. With Christian patience and meekness he bore his sufferings without a murmur; and before the final summons came he calmly looked at approaching death, and with Christian resignation said, Let me go. How sad to see the young depart! How joyous to behold such resignation to the will of Him who doeth all things well! How precious the hope of heaven!

What must it be to be there!

T. E. Scott.

Gospel Advocate, April 2, 1896, page 215.

Hall, Jonathan

Died, at his home in Gadsden, Tenn., Jan. 16, 1887, Bro. Jonathan Hall. Had he lived until the 25th day of the same month he would have been 63 years old.

In early life Bro. Hall joined the Methodist church, of which he was a true and devoted member for about fifteen years. Having learned the will of the Lord more perfectly, he united with the church of Christ under the labors of Bro. Holmes in 1854 or 1855. As far as we know, he lived a true and devoted Christian until death. Of course he had his faults, but in most respects he was an humble and obedient child of God, ever walking where Gods word guided.

He was a kind and devoted husband, loving and tender father and estimable citizen, and earnest Christian.

He was ever at his post, until feeble health disabled him for duty. He loved to go to church and commemorate the death and sufferings of his Savior.

To those poor torn and bleeding hearts, snatched from the embrace of a loving husband and father we would point to the blessed word of Godthat book of consolation to broken hearts. Read it, study it and meet him and other loved ones above. May we all try to do our duty more perfectly that we, like our dear brother may not be afraid to die. God bless sister Hall and her children.

T. H. Humphreys.

Gospel Advocate, February 16, 1887, page 110.

Hall, Jonathan

Another brave soldier of the cross has fallen at his post of duty. On December 2, 1904, death laid claim to Brother Jonathan Hall and ended his earthly pilgrimage at the age of eighty-three years, nine months, and one day. In August, 1841, Brother Hall obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother J. J. Trott and ever afterwards lived a consistent, Christian life. He loved the church and delighted in its services. He died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. T. E. Scott, near Newbern, Tenn. He leaves one son three daughters, and a number of grandchildren, besides brethren and friends, to mourn his departure; and yet we mourn not as those who have no hope but believe we shall meet him again where sad partings will be no more and where death never comes. Like a sheaf ready for the Masters garner, he was gathered home to be with the Lord. Brother Hall was a cripple the last few years of his life, but he bore this without complaint, and hence was perfectly submissive to the Lords will. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. May Gods blessings rest upon the family, and may his grace sustain them in their time of sorrow.

J. L. Holland., Greenfield, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, July 20, 1905, page 458.

Hall, Laura Tabitha Watkins

Laura Tabitha Watkins was born Jan. 20, 1865; obeyed the gospel in the summer of 1884 under the preaching of Elder J. R. Farrow, and was baptized by him. She was married to W. J. Hall, Dec. 24, 1884, and died June 29, 1894, being at the time of her death 29 years, 5 months, and 9 days old. A husband and two children survive her. She was a true, faithful, and devoted wife and mother. During the last eighteen months of her life she made the Bible her constant study, and treasured up its precious promises. Her sickness was inflammation of the stomach, and for eight weeks she was confined to her bed. During this long period she was patient, though she suffered much, and was too sick to take food. Painful indeed it was to give her up, but joyful to know that she was going to rest, for blessed are the dead that die in Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they rest from their labors, and their works do follow them. Her funeral was preached by Elder Farrow, after which her body was interred in the old family graveyard to await the resurrection morn. Be faithful, dear husband, and you will meet your wife in the sweet by and by, where parting will be no more.

J. R. Phillips., Gadsden, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August 2, 1894, page 487.

Hall, Lelia Elinor

Mrs. Lelia Elinor Conner Hall, age 83, died in Jackson, Tennessee March 6, 1968. She had suffered a stroke earlier in the afternoon.

Mrs. Hall, the daughter of Sam and Atoga Hemphill Conner, was born in Weakley County, Tennessee. She attended schools in Weakley County and later attended the Hall-Moody Institute in Martin where she met and married W. Claude Hall in 1908.

Mr. Hall, who died August 18, 1967, was a teacher, preacher, and was past president of Freed-Hardeman College where he taught beginning in 1923. Mrs. Hall had been a faithful supporter of Freed-Hardeman College through the years and for many years kept students in her home and gave many an opportunity to get their education.

Mr. and Mrs. Hall celebrated their fifty-ninth wedding anniversary a day or two before his death in 1967.

She leaves one son, John Hall, Henderson, Tennessee; two daughters, Mrs. Howard Flinn, Acapulco, Mexico and Mrs. David Kirby, Sentinel, Oklahoma; and one brother, Joe Conner, Fulton, Kentucky and one sister, Mrs. Harry Helms, Lansing, Illinois.

The funeral was conducted in the church building in Henderson, Friday, March 8, by C. P. Roland, H. A. Dixon, Phil Hefley, and Thomas Scott. Burial was in the Henderson Cemetery.

W. A. Bradfield.

Gospel Advocate, March 28, 1968, page 207.

Hall, Lou L.

Sister Lou L. Hall departed this life July 21, 1891 at the home of her daughter, sister Emma Holt, Newbern, Dyer county, Tenn. Born Nov. 26, 1822, married to Bro. Jonathan Hall Dec. 9, 1841. She and Bro. Hall obeyed the gospel the same dayAugust 1841under the labors of Bro. J. J. Trott. Their membership with this congregationLemalsamae, dates from 1850. A true, good woman, devout Christian, devoted wife, affectionate mother, kind friend and neighbor has gone, and few will be more sadly missed from the family circle than sister Hall. Her devotion as a wife was unsurpassed, and her aged companion is left to realize in his declining years how dear she was to him. In his aged and feeble condition how can we console him more than to say, Cast thy burden on the Lord and he will sustain thee. Her children know her forgetfulness of self, untiring energy, and kind, loving thoughts for the happiness of those around her. May they cherish her memory and imitate her virtues. Her daily life was characterized by practical Christianity. Her ministrations to the sick and needy are living monuments to her name and worth, and truly is she entitled to the grand encomium. Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. How many of us, far more able both physically and financially, have done so much less, and it may be said of many of us in comparison with sister Hall.

To the many relatives and friends we extend our heart-felt sympathy. To the loved ones of her own family we cannot say weep not, for this is now your only tribute. But weep not as those who have no hope, and though the loved form has been borne to the silent city of the dead, and the places that knew her now know her no more, let us look forward to a happy meeting in the bright beyond where the blight of sorrow neer chills the heart, and parting with loved ones is unknown.

Annie D. Barham., Newbern, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August 5, 1891, page 491.

Hall, Lucile Watson

Lucile Watson was born to Dr. James T. J. and Nancy Mims Watson on Dec. 26, 1887 in Lapine, Crenshaw County, Ala. Her father, a dentist, preached on occasion and wrote for religious papers. She was baptized at age 11 and attended Highland Home College under the tutelage of Samuel Jordan and Justin Barnes where she received an A.B. degree in 1907. For further training for teaching she attended George Peabody College for Teachers in Nashville, receiving the Licentitate of Instruction in 1916. She returned to Canoe, Escambia County, Ala., where her parents had moved in 1914, and married Andrew Arthur Hall in 1918. Her husband died in 1934, leaving her with five children ages seven to 14.

She was a strong and staunch supporter of the church in South Alabama beginning at a time when the church was not well known there. She had a remarkable broad knowledge of the Bible and did some writing on religious topics, including an article which was published in theGospel Advocate in 1913. After her retirement from teaching at age seventy, she taught a womans Bible class at the Atmore church for several years.

In 1945 she received a B.S. in Education from the University of Alabama and taught for 30 years in public schools in Flomaton, Ala., and in Bratt, Fla. Her influence on her students was always in support of that which is noble and uplifting. In her years of teaching she touched thousands of lives for good. Many of her students, friends, and fellow church members remember her as an encourager, always urging others to live up to their greatest potential, both intellectually and spiritually, for which she set an excellent example.

Sister Hall died at Atmore, Ala., May 26, 1982, and graveside services were conducted at the Hall Cemetery in Canoe by Owen Farley and Elmer Cowen. She is survived by a son, Arthur Hall, and by four daughters, Mrs. William (Mary Nan) Vickery, Mrs. Glynn (Ann-Cile) Key, Mrs. Samuel (Jerrelyn) Love, and Mrs. John (Carolyn) Conn, and by 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Her children rise up and call her blessed.

Mrs. William Vickery.

Gospel Advocate, July 1, 1982, page 409.

Hall, Lycurgus A.

Lycurgus A. Hall was born November 11, 1875, at Wingett Run, Washington County, Ohio. He spent his earlier life in the rural community. He was engaged in the mercantile business at Whipple, Ohio, before coming to Marietta. For twenty-five years he was an associate in the Brown-Hutchinson Candy Company, of Marietta. He served four years as councilman from the First Ward, and then was elected president of the City Council. For the past twelve years he served as superintendent of Washington County Infirmary. During his incumbency he developed the resources of the farm, turned in substantial earnings, and was credited with operating the home efficeintly and economically. In the operation of the home he and his good wife set an outstanding record in Ohio. Brother Hall was a public-spirited citizen, but, above this, he was a Christian. As a member of the church, he served first as treasurer, then as a deacon, and for the past several years as an elder. On May 3, 1903, he was married to Louisa McCurdy, who was to him a true and faithful helpmeet. This union was blessed with three lovely daughters and a manly son. Brother Hall passed from this life Thursday, May 18, 1944. He is survived by his wife, four children, three grandchildren, one brother, and three sisters. The writer conducted a brief service at the Sixth and Washington Streets meetinghouse in the presence of a large concourse of relatives and friends. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Sister Hall and all the family.

Boyd D. Fanning.

Gospel Advocate, June 15, 1944, page 407.

Hall, Philip Lawson

The readers of the Gospel Advocate will regret to hear of the death of Philip Hall, the son of Brother S. H. Hall. He died at 9:15 A. M., Friday, February 14, 1930. He had been sick only a short time, and his friends and acquaintances were shocked to learn of his death. He was thirty years old. He leaves a wife and little son, as well as his father and mother.

Philip was not a public man, as is his father; however, he was a successful business man. He was rising rapidly in his profession and was enjoying great success in his work. He was honorable and upright, kind and courteous, thoughtful and considerate, patient and tactful, with all who were associated with him in business. He was intelligent and efficient, well qualified for work, and merited all promotions and success that came his way.

He was a faithful member of the body of Christ, taking his place in the great rank and file of the humble followers of Christ. He was useful and serviceable as a Christian and set an example for young men, an example that had a great influence for righteousness upon his associates. He loved the church and the Lords people. He was just such a young man as commends Christianity to the young manhood of our country. He had been trained by a godly father and saintly mother in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, and he honored his parents and the Lord by remaining true to the teachings which he had received in his youth. All the readers of the Gospel Advocate extend sympathy to the bereaved family and commend them to the Lord whom Philip loved and served.

H. Leo Boles.

Gospel Advocate, February 20, 1930, page 177.

Hall, Margaret T.

Margaret T. Hall died, in Gadsden, Tenn., on January 18, 1904; aged eighty years and eighteen days. She was the widow of Jonathan Hall, who preceded her to the grave seventeen years. She became a Christian in early life and was ever faithful to the Masters cause, never missing a Lords-day service when it was possible for her to be there. During her last illness, which lasted nearly two months, she suffered intensely, but without murmuring; and she seemed perfectly resigned and willing to die, that she might pass over the river and enjoy the sweet rest prepared by a loving Savior for those who love him and trust him. Death and the grave have no terrors for those who, like her, have had their robes washed in the blood of the Lamb. Of her eight children, four remain to cherish the sweet remembrance of a devoted mothers life. After a long life of usefulness, a good mother in Israel has been summoned home to her eternal rest.

A. R. C.

Gospel Advocate, June 23, 1904, page 394.

Hall, Martha B.

Martha B. Hall, the wife of B. F. Hall, and the daughter of Matthew and Lidia Anderson, died at her home in Clay county, Tenn., August 25, 1893. Sister Hall was born Sept. 12, 1833, which makes her stay in the visible world 59 years, 11 months, and 13 days. Sister Hall lived a member of the Presbyterian Church about ten years, and upon hearing Brother William Kuykendall preach the gospel she obeyed, and has lived a consistent member of the Church of Christ for about fourteen years, or till death. But, alas, the angel of death came and bade her come to another part of the Lords vineyard to serve the Lord, we trust. So another companion, another mother, and another good sister was taken for a purpose best known to the Lord. She leaves a husband, a son, and relatives, besides many friends, to mourn their loss. She was kind and gentle toward one and all with whom she had been associated. She was much devoted to the religion of Jesus, and was very helpful and loving to her husband and son. So, dear relatives and friends, we weep to know that we have given her up, but rejoice to know that we have a hope of her living with Jesus in eternal bliss.

Hyram Pharris.

Gospel Advocate, February 22, 1894, page 124.

Hall, Martha Ella

The grim monster, Death, has again visited the home of Brother and Sister W. J. Hall and claimed for its victim their loving daughter. Martha Ella Hall was born on April 7, 1876, and died on April 25, 1899. At the age of thirteen years she obeyed the gospel at Rock Spring, Tenn., under the preaching of F. B. Srygley, after which she lived a consistent Christian life. She was loved by all who knew her. There was a charm in her voice and smile that drew every one irresistibly to her. Measured by time, her life was only a brief span of twenty-three years. While she had been in ill health for several years, her sickness did not assume a serious form until about three months before she died. She realized, as well as her friends, that her life's work was done and that the end was drawing nigh. While clinging to life with all the vigor of a strong interest in its activeness, she faced death with a calm submission and breathed her last in the assured faith of a bright immortality. Her remains were laid to rest in the family burying ground. There the flowers of spring will bloom in beauty above her sleeping dust; there the snows of winter will weave above her lowly bed a covering of spotless purity; time and changes will write their inevitable legends upon all nature; the earth will decay and the heavens be rolled back in a scroll; but her spirit will live when the universe shall be no more and time itself will be a forgotten thing. We extend to the bereaved family our deepest sympathy. Look up and be comforted, for your loss is her gain.

Fannie Harris., Lavergne, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, May 11, 1899, page 301.

Hall, Martha Oden

Sister May Halls maiden name was Martha Oden, daughter of Elias and Mary Oden, one among the oldest readers of the dear old Gospel Advocate. She was born in Alabama on November 18, 1850; was married to G. W. May Hall on December 9, 1877; obeyed the gospel in her twelfth year; and died on February 19, 1910. She was the mother of five children, four of whom passed over the river of death while they were only infants. She leaves one daughter and a husband to mourn her loss. She was of a family of twelve. Only a few years back seven of them were living; now only two of them are left, one, a brother, A. A. Oden, in Hartselle, Ala., and a sister in Seattle, Wash. She was my mothers sister. We were left without a mother to guide us when quite young, and always went to her for comfort and advice. She was a true and faithful Christian. She was obedient to her parents, was loving and faithful to her husband, and was everything to her daughter. She told her not to weep, but to read her Bible. She seemed to realize her condition and said many times during her sickness that she could not see why she could not get well; but she said she was ready to go, that there was nothing in her way. Her husband and daughter obeyed the gospel only a few years ago under the preaching of Brother Hinds. After willing minds, faithful hearts, and ready hands had done all they could, and the doctors skill had failed, she fell asleep in Jesus. Funeral services were conducted at her home in Denning, Ark., by Brother Peters, and a large number of friends and loved ones met to pay their last respects to one loved by all.

Mrs. Edna Hunt.

Gospel Advocate, March 10, 1910, page 311.

Hall, Mattie

By request I announce the death of sister Mattie Hall, which occurred in this city on Sept. 14, 1888. Sister Mattie was born May 11, 1861, and was married to Bro. Nolan H. Hall May 13, 1880. In the year 1878, under the preaching of Bro. David Lipscomb, she was convinced of the truth of the gospel, and bowed to the authority of God. Since that time she has lived a faithful Christian, in full assurance of a happy resurrection beyond the grave.

She was highly respected as a neighbor, a kind and affectionate wife, a loving and tender-hearted mother. In faith she was a model woman. She leaves a husband, three children, and a large number of friends and relatives to mourn their loss. Grieve not, my dear friends; she is better off than any of us. She has paid the debt that all of us will have to pay. So, if we will only be obedient children of God, we will see sister Mattie again, where parting will be no more.

J. P. Grigg., Nashville, Tenn., Sept. 25, 1888.

Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1888, page 14.

Hall, Mattie

On the morning of August 28, 1929, the Master called from this earthly life Mrs. Mattie Hall, of Wichita Falls, Texas. Although health, one of the foundations of the satisfactions of life, was taken away, for days and months and years Mrs. Hall was as patient as she knew to be and waited for the summons. During Mrs. Halls normal years she was a Dorcas type of woman, continually going about quietly doing what she could. For a number of years she was foster mother of an orphan girl, Margaret Bryan, who is now Mrs. Frank Forbes, of Dallas, Texas. At the time of her death Mrs. Hall was forty-nine years old. During some thirty-three years of that time she was a Christian, having been baptized by Elder R. C. Horn, of McKinney, Texas. At the church of Christ in McKinney, Brother M. C. Cuthbertson, of Dallas, spoke words of comfort. The body rests in Pecan Grove Cemetery, McKinney. Mrs. Hall was during her girlhood Mattie Scott, of the Bloomdale community, near McKinney. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Scott, of McKinney, who survive her. Her brothers and sisters are: Walter L. Scott, who lives on his farm near McKinney; F. M. Scott, principal of the North Ward School, McKinney; Harvey Scott, minister of the Walnut Street church of Christ, Sherman, Texas; Mrs. C. E. Talkington, Norman, Okla.; Mrs. Lee Crim, Oklahoma City, Okla.; Mrs. Esther Moffitt, Clyde, Texas; and Mrs. J. O. Garrett, member of the faculty of Harding College, Morrillton, Ark. To us who are left to wait there is no doubt but that latter life to Mrs. Hall was a journey to death, and death a passport to life. Is it not true that the shortest life is long enough if it leads to a better one, and the longest is too short if it does not? If so, let us, like sentinels, be ready and calm when the call is ours.

Mrs. J. O. Garrett.

Gospel Advocate, December 5, 1929, page 1170.

Hall, Mollie

Departed this life, on September 29, 1917, at her home, Sister Mollie Hall, wife of Brother E. P. Hall. She had been confined to her bed two weeks, and from the first she had no hopes of recovering. She told her family and friends this, and told them she was ready any time the blessed Master called, and asked them to meet her in heaven. She left a devoted family of husband and five children, all grown but one. These dear ones are heart-broken, but their loss is her gain. She suffered greatly, and bore it all with Christian fortitude. She was a splendid neighbor and friend, always ministering to the sick, and will be greatly missed by the whole community, whose sympathy goes out to this sorrowing family in their distress. Brother Hines conducted services at the Hall burying ground, where a very large crowd gathered to pay their last respects to Sister Hall.

Gospel Advocate, November 1, 1917, page 1061.

Hall, Narcissa R. Wright

Narcissa R. Wright was born June 24, 1822. She was married at the age of 17, on Oct. 18, 1839, to Mr. C. O. Abernathy. She was left a widow with three sons to rear and care for at the early age of 24. One of these sons was killed in the war, one was killed by falling into a cistern, and one is yet alive. She was married the second time to G. B. Hall, March 18, 1849. Four children were the fruit of this marriage. One of these died at the early age of 8 years, and the other three, which are daughters, survive her. She was left a widow again in 1861, and so continued the remainder of her life. Sister Hall obeyed the gospel at the age of 25, and remained all her life decided in her convictions of right, while she daily read her Bible to learn the right. She lived at Halls Hill from her obedience to the gospel to the time of her death; at least, while in her latter days she visited her children, she called that home. She worshiped all this time with the Antioch congregation. I feel that some of the brethren there who have known her home and private life so much more intimately than I have could prepare a more suitable obituary. The quiet home life, the discipline of every-day Christian living, has much to do in subduing our animal natures and fitting us in patience, submission, obedience, and resignation for that home of the soul of which the Bible so beautifully speaks. Sister Hall spoke often of dying, did not dread death, and seemed to want to go. She had lived out her threescore years and ten, and two years beyond that limit, and felt that her race was run, and that she was ready to depart this life. She died of pneumonia March 21, 1894. She was the oldest of fifteen children, four of whom she leaves behind. These, her children and grandchildren, have our sympathy and Christian love, while they sorrow not as others who have no hope. The Bible is full of comfort and precious promises to those who love and obey God. And the bereaved we commend to God and the word of his grace.

E. A. Elam.

Gospel Advocate, August 23, 1894, page 531.

Hall, Olive

Olive Hall, daughter of William and Polly Ann Hall, was born on January 1, 1843; in or near Gainesboro, Jackson County, Tenn., and died on July 4, 1913, near Taft, Texas. Her father died in Tennessee many years ago, and her mother died in Texas some thirteen years ago. Her health being bad, it became necessary for her to be carried to the State Hospital at Austin, where she remained for some ten years, leaving there some six years ago, it seemed, in fine health. She spent some time with relatives and old neighbors; then, gathering up her few things that had not been squandered, she went to Earl Montgomerys and made that her home up to her death. She was not related to Montgomery or wife, but all were reared in Jackson County, Tenn., and she selected that place for a permanent home, and a good one it was. She was well cared for; and when taken sick, good medical aid was secured and all done for her that could be done. Her remains were nicely put away in the Taft Cemetery. If her relatives in the home land wish to know more about her, they can write to Earl Montgomery, and he will gladly give all the desired information.

J. P. Whitefield.

Gospel Advocate, September 18, 1913, page 908.

Hall, Reuben Adair

Reuben Adair Hall, a Christian of fifty-seven years, and an attorney and judge for more than fifty years, departed this life in Marshall, Texas, January 27, 1961. He was looking forward to his next birthday when he would be seventy-five years of age. He was born March 13, 1886. This writer and Woodrow Pringle officiated at his funeral service. Brother Hall was the seventh of eleven children born to John Will Hall and Sarah Blakely Hall in Harrison County, near Hallsville (a city named for the Hall family), Texas, where he lived on the farm until he was seventeen years of age. He was graduated from the University of Texas Law School on June 14, 1910, and became assistant county attorney in Marshall. In 1912 he was elected county attorney and served in that capacity until 1913. The next fifteen years were spent in the private practice of law. In 1928 he was elected Judge of the 71st District of Texas, being the first native-born person in Harrison County to hold that office, which office is presently held by his brother, Sam B. Hall, Sr. Judge Reuben Hall assumed that office at a time when more than six hundred land title suits jammed the docket, following the discovery of oil in East Texas at Kilgore. California had its gold rush, but East Texas had its oil rush. From every state in the Union people came pouring into this section of the state. Judge Hall sent out calls to District Judges who were assigned to help him. The citizens backed up Judge Hall. In 1934, after six years on the bench, he was perhaps the ablest land title judge in Texas, and when he sought a place in a higher court his many friends turned out en masse to put him on the Texarkana Court of Civil Appeals. After serving as an associate justice for ten years he was apponted Chief Justice of this court, where he served thirteen years until his retirement at the age of seventy. After retiring from the bench he returned to private law practice in Marshall. He was married to Miss Julia Anderson of Marshall on December 18, 1913. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Miss Nell Hall, Marshall; Mrs. Roy T. Edwards, Troup; Mrs. H. B. Mason, Jr., Kirksville, Mo.; two sons, Reuben A. Hall, Jr., Marshall; Dan W. Hall, now in Austin; four brothers, Judge Sam B. Hall, Sr., Marshall; Fred C. Hall, H. Grady Hall and Richard Hall of Hallsville; one sister, Mrs. Ernest Lott, Taft, Calif. Three brothers preceded him in death, Norman, Went, and Chester Hall. Great as this man was, the greatest tribute that can be paid him is that he was a Christian in deed and in truth. When the church of Christ began meeting in the courthouse in Marshall, Brother Hall was a charter member and served as one of the first elders of the congregation. He was a daily reader of the Bible, and a verse which seems to characterize this good mans life is Micah 6:8: He hath shewed thee, O Man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? This I believe Judge Hall did, and justice did not suffer in his hands.

Forrest R. Waldrop.

Gospel Advocate, March 9, 1961, page 159.

Hall, Ruth Irene

Ruth Irene Hall, 72, died March 16.

Mrs. Hall was a member of the Clements Street Church of Christ where her husband, Wayne is a retired preacher.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years; two sons, W. Tom Hall and Tim Hall; two daughters, Laura Jane Burton and Teresa Marie Walker; one brother, Robert Seaton; three sisters, Irma Ruvulo, Eva Forshey and Lillian Jane Loomis; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Paducah, KY.

Gospel Advocate, June, 2004, page 41.

Hall, Sarah Alice

Mrs. Sarah Alice Hall was born in Rusk County, Texas, on May 15, 1855, being the next to the youngest daughter of Captain and Mrs. John Blakeley. She was married to John W. Hall on February 13, 1872, to whom were born eleven children, of whom eight sons now survive, two girls and one boy dying when quite young. She obeyed the gospel at the age of thirteen, being baptized by her uncle, Brother John Holloway. She breathed her last on February 18, 1926, with all the children present at the time. She was one of the charter members of the church of Christ at Hallsville, Texas, and manifested the greatest interest in the church until death. Besides rearing her family, she was mother to an orphan girl, now a grown young lady in California. She was familiarly called Mammy Hall, and she was indeed true to this name, for many looked upon her as their mammy. Here was one of the most sainted mothers I have ever known, possessing those traits of character that ennoble and enrich ones life. Her influence for good was very broad and she had friends beyond number. The eight sons she leaves are stanch Christians, and in the church work you will always find the Hall boys right there. Some are elders at Hallsville and some at Marshall, the homes of all. I think I have never known a mother more companionable than Sister Hall with her boys, and they were fond of Mammy. It was simply delightful to watch the boys in the home with their mother, so happy, so genial, so devoted to each other. On the day she died one remarked to the others: Boys, we will love the church more in three months from now than we do now. God help them to so do. Her only surviving sister lived near her, while her brother lives in West Texas; and this godly sister, Mrs. T. H. Etheridge, is largely lost without Sister Alice. We laid her body in the cemetery by her husband, who precede her some years ago, at Hallsville, Texas.

J. W. Dunn., Hallsville, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, June 24, 1926, page 595.

Hall, T. H.

Brother T. H. Hall was born on May 22, 1845, and died at Protemus, Obion County, Tenn., on July 2, 1907. Brother Hall had lived a faithful, consecrated, and devoted Christian life for many years. He was a true and faithful preacher of the primitive gospel. For many years he had labored in the Masters cause, preaching at various places in West Tennessee and Kentucky. He would go and preach the unsearchable riches of Christ without money or without price. I have often heard him say that he expected his reward in the world to come. Since his labors have ended in this world, I believe he is now enjoying the reward of the righteous near the celestial throne of God, where sin, sorrow, and death will be no more. On many occasions I have accompanied him to his appointments and heard him present the old Jerusalem gospel with great earnestness and power. He firmly advocated the apostolic doctrine without any admixture of humanism, and was always careful to give a Thus saith the Lord for every position he took in all of his religious faith and practice. He was a great admirer of the Gospel Advocate, being a constant reader of it for many years. He died very suddenly of heart disease. Another brave, true, and tried soldier of the cross has laid his armor by and gone to live with Jesus and the redeemed for evermore.

J. T. Futrell.

Gospel Advocate, September 5, 1907, page 575.

Hall, Wyatt Webb

Wyatt Webb Hall, faithful gospel preacher, died on Dec. 28, 1983. He was born Sept. 1, 1910, in Lake County, Tenn. And laid to rest on Dec. 30, 1983, about two miles from where he was born. He was a valiant soldier of the cross who fought a good fight, who kept the faith and who finished his course.

He was reared by his grandfather, John Webb, an elder in the Webb Chapel Church near Hornbeak, Tenn. His mother had died when he was 18 months old. Having been raised under the hand of John Webb, his faith was strong, and his love for the church was great. When he was but a young farmer, the challenge came to him to serve the church. The McConnell Church near Martin, Tenn., needed pews but could not afford them, for we had preaching every Sunday and all the money went to pay the expenses of the preacher. He decided to preach twice a month and use the money to buy the pews. From that beginning, he preached the gospel for 40 years in West Tennessee and Louisiana. He preached in Louisiana for about 8 years.

He had to retire in 1976 from full time preaching due to crippling arthritis, but he never lost his love for preaching. Even though severly crippled, he continued to preach, often from a stool. At the time of his death, he was serving the Jones Chapel Church near his retirement home of Tiptonville, Tenn.

He is survived by his widow, Eunice Ashley Hall of Tiptonville, three daughters, Nancy Warren of Forrest City, Ark.; Patsy Jolley of Monroe, La.; Linnie McMaster of Senatobia, Miss.; and one son, who also preaches and now lives in Clarksville, Ark.

John W. Hall.

Gospel Advocate, February 16, 1984, page 124.

Hallinson, R. C.

Brother R. C. Hallinson died on July 27, 1903, leaving a wife and two children to mourn their loss. His death resulted from lung trouble, which manifested itself while he was away from homeat Mount Hope, Ala., whither he had gone to attend a protracted meeting. He had expected to become a member of the church at that time, but the meeting closed before he arrived. On July 21 Brother I. B. Bradley and a goodly number of the members of the Mount Hope Church met at Brother Hallinsons home. He there confessed the Savior and was baptized by Brother Bradley. On the next Lords day several members of the church again assembled at Brother Hallinsons home, and in their presence he partook of the emblems representing the body and blood of the Lord. He passed away peacefully on the next day. May God bless those who mourn.

H. C. MClanahan.

Gospel Advocate, November 5, 1903, page 714.

Hallmark, Martina

Martina Hallmark died from a heart attack Oct. 15 in El Paso, Texas. Graveside services were conducted Oct. 17 by Robert Heil, minister of the Montana Avenue Church of Christ, at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.

Born March 11, 1934, in Old Hickory, Tenn., to James and Arah Cooper, Martina was married to gospel preacher Howard Hallmark in Alamogordo, N. Mex., Aug. 2, 1952.

Martina taught at many levels in the church. Her area of greatest love was teaching Ladies Class and Young Christian Mothers.

Martina is survived by her husband, four children: Haskell, Ramona, Calif.; Kezia, El Paso; Arah Barham, Chico, Calif.; and James, Oklahoma City, Okla.; two grandchildren, her parents and three brothers.

Howard Hallmark., Director, Church of Christ Bible Chair, University of Texas at El Paso.

Gospel Advocate, December 4, 1986, page 739.

Ham, Anna

Anna Ham, the wife of Jesse Ham, Sr. finished the work the Lord had for her to do on earth March 9, 1970, and went to be with the Lord.

Sister Ham was born November 5, 1902 in Bryson City, N. C., the daughter of the late James R. and Mary E. Martin. She was an active member of the church, having obeyed the gospel in 1919, baptized by the late Thomas Burton.

She left her faithful husband and three faithful sons. Each of the sons are married to Christians. They are Clarence of Clinton, S. C., Jesse, Jr. and Gary of Union, S. C., eight grandchildren, two sisters and one brother.

Sister Ham was all that a Christian wife and mother could be to her family. Her fine Christian example will be long felt and remembered by the church in Union, S. C. She was a gentle and kind person, and loved by all who knew her. Her lifes work was planned around the Lords work and his church.

The services were conducted by the writer, assisted by Walter Neal and Gray Flippen.

Milton S. Parker.

Gospel Advocate, July 16, 1970, page 462.

Hamilton, E. C.

On March 16, 1916, the death angel liberated the soul of Brother E. C. Hamilton, of Cherokee, Ala., from its tenement of clay and permitted, we trust, its transition to the glorified state. Brother Hamilton was the son of Bryce and Elizabeth Hamilton (the latter the only living sister of the mother of the writer). He was born at Frankfort, Ala., on October 4, 1862. In 1882 he was baptized into Christ; and on December 23, 1885, he was married to Miss Rosa Greenhill, of Barton, Ala., to which union were born seven children, five of whom survive him to mourn his departure, together with his aged mother, his wife, one sister, two brothers, and next to these the writer. He was a victim of tuberculosis, having spent two summers with the writer in Colorado, where he showed considerable improvement. He loved the church of God, and, where opportunity permitted, was always on hand. The writer shares true sympathy with Brother Hamiltons immediate relatives and numerous friends, and with them entertains the precious hope of a grand reunion ere many suns shall vanish over the western hills measuring the short expanse of this life.

E. C. Fuqua.

Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1916, page 426.

Hall, F. M.

Brother F. M. Hamilton was born on October 6, 1836, and died on February 12, 1909. He was married in August, 1865, to Miss M. L. Ramsey; and to them were born seven children, all of whom, except one, are still living. Brother Hamilton obeyed the gospel in August, 1888, and lived a consistent Christian until death. He worshiped with the church at Cedar Hill, Texas. His father was one of the first settlers of Dallas County Texas, and Brother Hamilton owned the old homestead until his death. He never changed homes on earth, but has now gone from an earthly home to one that is eternal. To the bereaved ones I would say: Weep not as those who have no hope, for we believe Christ has been raised; we should also believe that those who sleep in Christ he will bring with him when he comes again. Only live true to the cause you have espoused, and one day there will be a great famly reunion. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord; for henceforth they do rest from their labors, and their works do follow them.

L. F. Mason.

Gospel Advocate, March 18, 1909, page 350.

Hamilton, J. A.

J. A. Hamilton, of Nederland, Texas, was born May 23, 1857; died November 14, 1942, being eighty-five years old. The funeral services were held in Beaumont, Texas, by Joe Cooke Van Dyke, assisted by John Stevens and Fred Walker, before the body was sent to Wharton, Texas, for burial. A goup of friends and relatives gathered at the church building in Wharton, and Leon Locke conducted a comforting service, after which his body was laid to rest in the Wharton Cemetery. Brother Hamilton had many friends. He was especially admired by children. He enjoyed singing, and had been a good song leader. He had been a member of the church for about fifty years. He had made his home in Nederland for eleven years. He was preceded in death by two former wives. He is survived by a third wife (Mrs. Annie Sanders Hamilton), eight childrenfive boys and three girls (J. W. Hamilton, Greenville, Texas; John and Porter Hamilton, Lubbock, Texas; Other and Rob Hamilton, Wharton, Texas; Mrs. J. C. White, San Angelo, Texas; Mrs. Henry Sanders, Nederland, Texas; and Mrs. Mable Parker, Chicago, Ill.), three stepsons (Earl Hunt, Port Arthur, Texas; Hasel Hunt, Houston, Texas; and Paul Hunt, Abernathy, Texas), fourteen grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, one brother, one sister, many other relatives and a great number of friends.

Joe Cooke Van Dyke.

Gospel Advocate, December 10, 1942, page 1197.

Hamilton, J. B.

Died, Jan. 23, 1891, near Barton, Ala., Bro. J. B. Hamilton, after many weeks of intense suffering. He was born near Russellville, Ala., Feb. 21, 1829; was married in 1854 to Elizabeth, daughter of Gillington Chisholm, who was among the first in the reformation and who was a contemporary laborer with Bro. John Taylor years before the war. Much of the good seed sown about that time was harvested under the preaching of Bro. J. M. Pickens after the war at Frankfort, Ala., where over one hundred persons submitted to Christ during a two weeks protracted meeting. In 1855 Bro. H. was baptized by Bro. John Taylor and lived a consistent member, meeting regularly with the disciples at Frankfort, until their dispersion caused by the war. Like many others he strayed from the fold, but returned a few years before his death lamenting the lost years. He died exhorting and admonishing his children to live faithful to the end. The disciples with whom he worshiped last, together with his own family now hold their Lords day meetings at Mountain Mills. They laid him beside his dutiful Christian daughter who has gone before. My sympathies are with the bereaved family.

Mrs. N. Fugua., Lebanon, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 11, 1891, page 147.

Hamilton, J. H.

On March 23 J. H. Hamilton passed away at the home of a daughter in Muskogee, at the age of eighty-two years. He was born July 16, 1870. For sixty-one years, he preached the gospel, mostly in Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma, where he formed many life-long friendships. For the last thirteen years he lived in Stigler, Okla. During his fatal illness of some three months, it was my pleasure to visit with him and hear him speak of his readiness to go to his eternal destiny. With fondness he recalled the part he had in teaching and converting two of todays well-known gospel preachers. Durng his last illness, one person obeyed the gospel whom Brother Hamilton had been teaching for several monthshe was busy to the end. He is survived by his wife, of Stigler, Okla.; three daughters, Mrs. Bess Sellers, Mrs. Anita Brandon, Mrs. Louise Smith, of Muskogee, and Miss Orene Hamilton of New York; and two sons, H. G., of Ada, Okla., and J. H., Jr., of New York. Funeral services were conducted by the writer on March 24, in the building of the West Side Church in Muskogee. Interment was in Memorial Park Cemetery of Muskogee.

Eugene Brewer.

Gospel Advocate, May 21, 1953, page 318.

Hamilton, Jake Victor

Jake Victor Hamilton, age 72, died suddenly at his residence at 2422 Cansler Ave., Gadsden, Ala., at 6:30 A. M. March 19. He had previously suffered several heart attacks. Brother Hamilton was a native of Lincoln County, Tenn., and a resident of Gadsden since 1918. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Eva Hamilton; four sisters, Mrs. G. W. Chunn, Winter Haven, Fla., Mrs. Harry Dunn, Mrs. Grady Williams, and Mrs. Crate Reeves, all of Gadsden, Ala.; two brothers L. E. Hamilton, Gadsden, and Ward Hamilton, Portsmouth, Va.

Mr. Hamilton attended David Lipscomb College, then the Nashville Bible School, 1913-1917. He was a charter member of the Sansom Avenue Church of Christ and very active in all church activities. He owned and operated Hamilton Florist for over forty-five years and before he died he owned and operated Hamilton Easel Co. The numerous floral arrangements gave evidence to the host of friends he had.

Funeral services were held at Collier-Butler Chapel with Curtis Dowdy and Billy Joe Watson officiating. Burial was in Crestwood Cemetery.

Mrs. G. W. Chunn.

Gospel Advocate, May 8, 1969, page 307.

Hamilton, James F.

Brother James F. Hamilton was buried on Friday, December 15, 1916. His death came in the early hours of Thursday, after an illness of four or five weeks with typhoid fever. Brother Hamilton was born on July 6, 1892, and had spent the greater part of his life on a farm at Oliver, near Rogersville, Ala. He was a strong and robust young man, highly respected by his neighbors and loved by his kins-people. In the summer of 1915, while Brother R. S. King, of Anniston, Ala., was conducting a meeting here, he confeissed Christ and went the same hour of the night for baptism in the river. His was a Christian life. He leaves a young wife and little one, with an aged father and mother, to mourn his death; two sisters and several half-brothers also. A sad feature of his death is that but two weeks before, on Thanksgiving Day, his youngest sister, Mattye, was consigned to her last earthly resting place. May the Father keep as his own those who are to remain with us.

Earl M. Hodson.

Gospel Advocate, March 8, 1917, page 245.

Hamilton, John C.

Hamilton, Mary

John C. Hamilton, of Clay County, Tenn., was born on May 31, 1833, and departed this life on November 20, 1909, aged seventy-six years, five months, and twenty days. Mary Hamilton, his wife, was born on March 16, 1845, and departed this life on March 18, 1910, aged sixty-five years and two days. They were married on February 11, 1864, and to them ten children were born, two of whom have been called from the walks of men. Brother Hamilton obeyed the gospel in 1885; Sister Hamilton obeyed it early in life. Brother Hamilton was appointed one of the elders of the church at Butlers Landing, Clay County, Tenn. He was faithful and true to his calling, and was always ready to do anything that would advance the cause of our Master and to look after the interest of the church. The church has lost two of its members that will be greatly missed by the church, and the poor people of that community have lost their best friends. They leave two sons and six daughters, all of whom are members of the church, except the younger son. I would say to the bereaved ones who have lost a father and mother here on earth who were so near and dear to them, whose love reached out to them in words that led them to the right, whose examples will shine as the morning star and will last through generations to come and go: Weep not as those that have no hope; and may the Lord bless you all, and may you imitate the lives of your father and mother, and may you be comforted with the words of the Lord. (See 1 Thess. 4:13-16; Rev. 14:12-13.) Funeral services by the writer and Brother Henry Hall.

Marion Harris.

Gospel Advocate, July 28, 1910, page 883.

Hamilton, John Richard

On September 11, 1970, John Richard Hamilton departed this life in the Memorial Hospital, Nashville, Tenn. This writer had known him for thirty-two years to be a dedicated Christian, a devoted husband and father, and a faithful employee of the Lischey Avenue Church of Christ. He and his good wife served as custodians, living next door in a house furnished by the church, after ill health forced him to retire from public works. For many years he was a cabinet maker for Kirkpatrick and Son.

Richard Hamilton was married to Essie Eulah Thompson when he was 32 and she was 20. They were married at the home of his brother, J. P. Hamilton, by the late F. B. Srygley. There were three children, but only Mildred Pauline Ray and Mrs. Hamilton survive, with four grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

Richard and Essie Hamilton were baptized at the Lischey Avenue Church of Christ in 1926 by Charlie Taylor. They organized a quartet known as East Nashville Hymn Singers and sang for more than 400 funerals. They also sang on WLAC and WMAK on a sustained bases for six months. They had marvelous bass and alto voices they used for the Lords work.

Before his passing away at the age of ninety-two years and eleven months, Richard and Essie observed their fiftieth and sixtieth wedding anniversaries. It was the good pleasure of this writer to renew their vows at their 60th anniversary in the fellowhip hall of Lischey Avenue. More than 150 friends and family attended. Appropriately a quartet sang. They were Paul and Bernice Hall, Mrs. Albert Daughtery and Joe Claytor. Two hours before his death he told the nurses that he had to get well to take care of his wife who was scheduled for eye surgery the day of his death.

Assisted by Bill Ruhl and G. C. Bucy his funeral was conducted at the Lischey Avenue church building. He was buried in Spring Hill Cemetery. His wife and daughter said, Heaven will be a lot sweeter with him there.

Paul S. Hunton.

Gospel Advocate, June 8, 1972, page 367.

Hamilton, L. E.

On June 12, 1917, the death angel visited the Hamilton home at Elora, Tenn., and took away the dear father and husband. Mr. L. E. Hamilton was born on April 29, 1876, and was married to Eva Lena Goodman on June 7, 1896. To this union eight children were born, of whom three boys and four girls survive him He made the good confession and was baptized in July, 1908, during a meeting conducted by Brother E. L. Cambron. This was his first opportunity to hear the gospel preached in its fullness. Since that time he has lived a faithful Christian, ever keeping before him the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. He worked on the railroad for twenty-one years, earnestly striving to provide for his family and educate his children in a way which would be well pleasing to God. On account of his fast-failing health, Mr. Hamilton was compelled to retire from his work on April 2, 1917. He gradually grew weaker and weaker until he and his loved ones realized that his time here on earth would not be very long. His last days on earth seemed so sweet. He would lie on his bed and sing beautiful sacred songs. The prayer was constantly heard from his lips: Thy will be done. He longed to live and be with is family and rear his loving children (may Gods mercy ever rest upon them); but he realized that it was not Gods will, and he was willing for his soul to return to his Maker. A friend in need is a friend indeed. All during his illness this proverb was manifested. Many were the loving hands that came to minister unto him and to alleviate his suffering so far as it was possible and to extend their sincerest sympathy to his loved ones. Of course the vacant chair can never be filled, neither can the wound be healed, except by God himself. About three-thirty on Tuesday afternoon his soul passed to the great beyond, leaving a sweet, peaceful smile upon his face. Brother J. J. Horton conducted the funeral services, using as his text 2 Sam. 12:23: But now he is dead, wherefore should I fast? Can I bring him back again? I shall go to him, but he shall not return to me. His body was laid to rest in this home cemetery. May God help and comfort his loved ones, and may they ever strive to meet him in that home where God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

G. A. H.

Gospel Advocate, December 13, 1917, page 1219.

Hamilton, Malissa

Sister Malissa Hamilton, wife of Brother W. N. Hamilton and daughter of T. S. and M. E. Gant, was born at Rock Creek, Ala., on April 4, 1871; obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of Brother F. B. Srygley, at about the age of fourteen, near the place of her birth; was married to W. N. Hamilton on October 22, 1899; and died, at Florence, Ala., on October 6, 1911. She leaves a husband, one son (Johnnie Lois), a father, mother, one brother, and a host of relatives and friends, to mourn their loss. I have known Sister Hamilton about three years, and was at her bedside when she died. No one could know her as I did without admiring her piety, her deep sincerity, and her strong faith in Christ. The writer conducted a simple funeral service at her home, and her body was laid away in the beautiful cemetery in Florence. May Gods richest blessings ever attend the bereaved ones.

J. T. Harris.

Gospel Advocate, December 7, 1911, page 1428.

Hamilton, Mary E.

In Nashville, Tenn., on February 15, 1904, the Boatman from the shore of eternity called for my dear sister, Mary E. Hamilton, and bore her away from this earthly home of the mansion that Jesus said he would prepare for those who love him. In a long life of seventy-nine years her love for him was manifested by her unselfish devotion in feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, entertaining strangers, and visiting the sick. Her home was always open to the distressed, and a warm welcome was extended to her friends, especially to those of the household of faith. The preacher and his family often partook of her hospitality, and were made to feel the joys and comforts of home. No petitioner of her bounty was ever denied or turned away empty-handed, though often unworthy. The leading characteristic of her life was honesty and sincerity, accompanied by a prayerful spirit. Though seemingly her petitions were often denied, she never lost faith in the word of God. Long, weary weeks she suffered from that terrible disease, cancer of the stomach, but she bore her suffering with patience and gentleness; and when her sweet spirit took its flight, we thanked God that her sufferings were done.

C. G. Wilkins.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1904, page 218.

Hamilton, Newton Alexander

On June 3, 1911, the death angel visited the home of Newton Alexander Hamilton and claimed another grand old soldier of the cross. He was born on March 30, 1837. Brother Hamilton was twice married. His first wife was Miss Elizabeth Hall, who died on May 26, 1868, leaving five children. On March 17, 1870, he married Miss Ellen Maxwell, who, with ten children, are left to follow on. Brother Hamilton confessed his faith on July 28, 1884, being baptized the following morning by Brother E. G. Sewell. The writer of this knew him for several years prior to his death. He was not a vigorous man and had become enfeebled and in bad health, but was always prompt at the services of the church, bearing his sufferings and afflictions patiently. He was ready at all times to give a reason for the hope that was in him, and I know of nothing better to say of a servant of our Lord than that he was continually about the Masters business. Still he was a man and had his faults. Who has not? But we know if, as we believe, he lived true to his Lord, he is now with all the redeemed of earth at the right hand of God; and as we know not the day nor the hour when we shall appear before the judgment bar of God, let us, too, live faithful and be ready to meet him in peace. To his faithful wife and children we extend our heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement, but feel sure their loss is Brother Hamiltons gain.

E. M. Allen.

Gospel Advocate, July 20, 1911, page 791.

Hamilton, Ruth

It is with a sad heart that I chronicle the death of our beloved sister and friend, Sister Ruth Hamilton, of Pauls Valley, Okla., which sad event occurred on February 18, 1909, at her home in Oklahoma. Sister Hamiltons maiden name was Richey. She was born in Tate County, Miss., on December 24, 1855. She was married to W. P. Hamilton on April 27, 1871, and, with him, obeyed the gospel in 1880, and from then till the time of her death lived a zealous, faithful, and consistent Christian. The greater part of her life was spent in their old home at Evening Shade, Ark., where Brother Hamilton was elder of the congregation, and where his now silent companion was all to him that a wife could be. Many pleasant hours have I spent in that Christian home, and many times, while I was passing through the trying period of a preachers life, has this dear sister encouraged me as but few could. Her disconsolate husband and four obedient and thoughtful sons survive her, while hundreds of others join in mourning her death. Her body was laid to rest near her old home, on February 21, Brother R. A. Robins being the speaker. May God comfort the bereaved.

Andy T. Ritchie.

Gospel Advocate, April 8, 1909, page 442.

Hamilton, Sintha E.

Mrs. Sintha E. Hamilton passed from this world to the world beyond on January 29, 1908. She was nearly sixty-eight years old. She was a daughter of Reuben and Levina Cooper, of Sparta, Tenn., and was married to Mr. Thomas Hamilton, of that place, in 1865. To this union were born six children four of whom are still living. She obeyed the gospel under the plain, practical, and eloquent preaching of Brother Jesse Sewell. Sister Hamilton was a true and devoted companion, a loving mother, and a model neighbor and Christian. She was always ready to help the poor and to speak encouraging words to the downcast. She continued her Christian work until death. Her last trip from home was to church on Lords day before she was taken sick on Wednesday. Her sickness was typhoid fever and pneumonia and was of seven weeks duration. All was done for her that loving hands could do, but all in vain. More than once she said that she was ready and willing to go. She was laid to rest at Corinth by the side of her daughter, who preceded her about three years.

John A. Cooper.

Gospel Advocate, April 16, 1908, page 252.

Hamilton, Thomas

Thomas Hamilton passed away from earth on August 13, 1918, in his seventy-fourth year. He was born in South Carolina on November 26, 1844. While a small boy his parents moved to White County, Tenn., where he lived the greater part of his life. In September, 1863, he enlisted in the Union Army and served until the close of the Civil War. Soon after returning home from the war he obeyed the gospel and became a soldier in a far better army, the army of the Lord. He put on the whole armor of God and fought a good fight. He finished his course. He kept the faith, and has gone to his reward. His hand was always ready to help the sick and needy and gave freely of his means to help support the Lords work. They shall be mine, saith the Lord of hosts, in that day when I make up my jewels.

One Who Knew Him.

Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1918, page 951.

Hamilton, W. T.

W. T. Hamilton was born March 4, 1921, at Goree, Texas, and reared at Bowie. He died May 14, 1986.

Sept. 18, 1945, he married Carrie Nichols, youngest daughter of Gus and Matilda Nichols. To this union were born two children, Kathy (Mrs. Ronald Scott) of Temple, Texas, and Nick, who preaches for Pleasnat Valley church in Little Rock, Ark.

Besides these three he is survived by one brother, Lewis Hamilton, of Richardson, Texas, and five grandchildren.

Hamilton began preaching in 1940 at Mesquite, Texas. He attended North Texas State University and graduated from Freed-Hardeman College in 1943. For the next five years, he preached for his home church at Bowie, Texas. He also served at Frederick, Okla., Gainesville, Lamesa, Plainview, Waxahachie and Clear Lake City in Houston, Texas.

Hamilton was a genteel Christian. His life was characterized by the traits our Lord expressed in the Beatitudes. He was a diligent student of Gods Word, an excellent preacher, an able expositor, and a loyal, energetic lover of the Lord and good people. He lectured on six college campuses, held meetings in 13 states and was in demand for other special occasions.

As a gifted writer his articles appeared in a number of publications. He wrote Show Us the Father, a book on John; Glory in the Church, a book on Ephesus; and Yet Trouble Came,, from Job. Why Is This Happening to Me? is a book he wrote after he learned he had cancer, which has not yet been published.

Funeral services were conducted at Waxahachie by Jimmy Wood of Dallas. At a memorial service at Waxahachie, his son and five of his brothers-in-law spoke. Burial was in the Restland Cemetery at Dallas.

Roy J. Hearn., 4035 Barron, Memphis, TN.

Gospel Advocate, September 4, 1986, page 544.

Hamiter, A. T.

A great man in spiritual Israel has departed to be with Christ. Brother A. T. Hamiter died at his home in Gainesville, Fla., on December 22, 1928. Brother Hamiter was a faithful minister of the church of Christ. He did not fail to declare the whole counsel of God in meekness and love. Few men could deliver the gospel plan of salvation more clearly and forcibly than he, and he delighted to use his wonderful voice in singing the praises of our dear Redeemer. He preached for us here at Moss Bluff. Our congregation here is very small, only four male members, and we could not compensate him for his good work as he should have been; but he did not fail us on that account, and he greatly helped to break down the strong opposition against the church of Christ here. We have our Bible study and worship every Lords day, and he preached for us once a month. We greatly mourn his loss, and know not who we can get to help us; but we should rejoice to know that he is now with the dear Savior whom he loved and served so faithfully here. He leaves a wife, three daughters, and two sons, together with a host of friends, to mourn his loss. May God comfort and bless the bereaved.

Gospel Advocate, February 7, 1929, page 142.

Hamm, Minta Alberta Brown

Minta Alberta Brown was born on March 9, 1890; was married to M. E. Lavender on June 18, 1906; was left a widow on March 17, 1911; was married to B. L. Hamm, of Hoisington, Kan., on December 11, 1912; and died on May 14, 1913. She obeyed the gospel in 1904, and from that time until death she worthily adorned the doctrine of God. She had a sweet disposition, loved every one, never held malice toward any one, and was always ready to help any one in need or trouble. Her heart was pure; no malice, no ill feeling toward any one ever found lodgment in her heart. She was always trusting in the righteousness of Christ, her Savior. But we mourn her departure; we used her so much; but God had a service for her nearer the throne. He touched her and she slept. It would be superfluous to say that such a woman is missed among us. I miss her in Sunday school and the church service and as an interested helper in all good works. Her physical presence we shall not see again in this world; her kindly words will fall no more upon our ears; her spirit has taken its flight to the God from whom it came; but the presence and memory of her love, her pure, high-minded, Christian life, will remain with us and shed a holy light upon the dark cloud of bitter grief that now overshadows us.

Gospel Advocate, June 18, 1914, page 686.

Hammack, Lily M.

In memory of Lily M. Hammack, wife of J. F. Hammack, whose spirit departed the 6th of September 1887. Her disease was consumption. She obeyed the gospel before her marriage, and lived a Christian life, hence had the promises of the gospel to comfort her in her afflictions and cheer her for the final conflict. We laid her remains away in the cemetery at Thorps Spring, to await the resurrection morn, when those of us who live faithfully, will join her in that rest that remains for the people of God. She was a sister of W. W. Jaques, who was so highly esteemed as a young preacher in this country.

Geo. A. Harvey., Weatherford, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, March 7, 1888, page 10.

Hammer, Frances Barden

A worthy woman who can find? The many friends of Frances Barden Hammer understand this statement. She was born March 15, 1908 near Cave City, Ky. August 3, 1927 she was married to J. L. Hammer, a fine song leader. This consecrated couple worked with many congregations in Southern Kentucky.

Our sister had an extensive knowledge of the Bible and was very talented. In many crafts and sewing she excelled. She was a wonderful housekeeper. At one time she served as county president of the Barren County Home Makers Club. Frances was also an efficient business woman and delighted in doing nice things for her guests. She was a kind neighbor, a devoted sister, but above all a devoted Christian, manifested by the calmness and courage with which she faced death, which claimed her May 6, 1971.

Survivors are, a devoted husband; two sisters, Mrs. Wendel Dacis, Springfield, Vt.; Mrs. Porter Goslee, Albany, Ga.; a niece and four nephews. Funeral services were held May 8 at Columbia Avenue Church by Allen Phy, assisted by E. J. Fletcher, the local minister.

Mrs. Allen Phy.

Gospel Advocate, May 27, 1971, page 335.