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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Hawley, H. H.

H. H. Hawley, pioneer preacher in Michigan, passed away January 19, 1966 at the age of 86. Funeral services were conducted in Ludington on January 22 by Harmon J. Black, his friend for many years. H. H. Hawley deserves a high place in the history of the church of Christ in Michigan. He was at one time, the only evangelist working in the State outside the Detroit area. Prior to and during World War I he labored in the Thumb area. Many of the churches there today can trace their beginning to his efforts. They stand as living memorials to his work.

He attended the Old Potter Bible College and preached for the church at Columbia, Tenn., and later served the church in Beamsville, Ontario. He became Superintendent of Schools in Ludington around 1918 and spent most of his remaining years as a School Administrator while also serving as minister of the local church.

Brother Hawley lived and worked during a generation when gospel preachers were not as well supported as they are today and the handicaps were much greater. These facts make his accomplishments the more impressive. The church in Michigan owes a great debt to this noble character.

Harmon J. Black.

Gospel Advocate, February 10, 1966, page 95.

Hawley, Ida E.

Ida E. Hawley was born at Howe, Ind., on July 9, 1871, and passed away at Muskegon, Mich., on October 1, 1953, at the age of eighty-two years, two months and twenty-two days. On December 30, 1892, she married Oscar E. Hawley, who died December 26, 1944. They were married nearly fifty-two years. Seven children were born to this union: Wesley, Harold, Arthur, Donald, Mrs. Viola White, Mrs. Mildred Bradshaw and Mrs. Bertha______. She also leaves fifteen grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and two brothers. The brothers are John Rinehart, of Maple City, Mich., who is eighty-seven years old and Fred Rinehart, of Kalamazoo, Mich., who is eighty years old. This good woman lived a long life of Christian service having been baptized sixty years ago. Two of her sons, Wesley and Harold, in connection with their secular work, are preachers. Two grandsons, Monroe Hawley, of Milwaukee, Wis., and Roger Hawley, of Brooklyn, N. Y., are preachers. Sister Hawley lived most of her life in Ludington, Shelby, Clare and Muskegon, Mich. On Sunday afternoon, October 4, 1953, a large crowd filled the Muskegon church building to pay final respects to this Christian woman. The many beautiful flowers and kind expressions were evidences of the high respect Sister Hawley demanded. Her body was buried in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Shelby, Mich.

Hobart E. Ashby.

Gospel Advocate, November 19, 1953, page 790.

Hawley, Louise North

On February 22 Mrs. Louise North Hawley passed from this life. She was thirty-nine years of age, and had been in declining health for several years. She had been inactive only since last October when she had to leave her classroom for treatment. During that time she was a patient in Duke University Hospital and two other hospitals in Florida. Sister Hawley had a host of friends, many of whom will remember her as Louise North when she was a student in David Lipscomb College, 1933-1935. Her brother, Murray, was in Lipscomb, 1949-1950. Louise was a fine Christian lady who did everything in a very conscientious manner. She was devoted to her family and to the church, manifesting an unselfich spirit at all times and a very diligent worker. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, Frank M. Hawley; two sons, Frank, Jr., age fifteen and Robert, age 13; her mother, Mrs. J. Y. North, of Fort Pierce and three sisters and two brothers.

J. V. Copeland, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, March 20, 1952, page 190.

Hay, Bettie Shipley

Bettie Shipley Hay was born October 11, 1868, at Green Castle, near Scottsville, Ky.; departed this life December 26, 1941, in Detroit, Mich. Her parents were Thomas and Carrie (Saunders) Shipley. She was married November 22, 1890, to John Taylor Hay, who preceded her in death in January, 1924, in Franklin, Ky., where they then lived. In the same year she and her sons moved to Detroit, where she lived until her death. She leaves three sons (Jones W. and John T., of Detroit, and James D., of Buffalo), a grandson (James D., Jr.), and a brother (James T. Shipley, of Scottsville, Ky.). She was a faithful member of the church for more than fifty years, being baptized into Christ in 1924, and was always intensely interested in the work of the church. Her body was laid to rest in Greenlawn Cemetery, Franklin, Ky. Funeral services were conducted at the church on Sunday afternoon, December 28, by Ben F. Taylor.

One Who Loved Her.

Gospel Advocate, March 12, 1942, page 261.

Hayes, B. F.

It is with a sad heart that we have to chronicle the death of Bro. B. F. Hayes. He departed this life October 21st. He was a valiant soldier of the cross. He was firm in the faith. He never missed a Lords day meeting only four times during his Christian life. He had been a member of the church of God only six years. He was sixty-seven years old. May the friends not mourn as those who have no hope. He has gone to rest. May the Lord bless the bereaved family.

J. W. Burrow.

Gospel Advocate, November 28, 1888, page 14.

Hayes, Effie Davis

On August 24, 1903, at Mooresville, Ala., a sweet-spirited woman passed the portals of death and, we trust, entered upon a higher and better life than earth can afford. Effie Davis Hayes (nee Townes), wife of Brother John Hayes, after weeks of suffering, during which she manifested the most beautiful, patient, Christian fortitude, closed her eyes in death. She was born in Jonesboro, Ill., in 1873, and came to Athens, Ala., with her parents, when seven years old. She was reared in the Episcopal Church; but, under the preaching of Brother William Lipscomb, Jr., she obeyed the gospel in 1892. After she became a Christian, she was always noted for her Christian graces. She loved the saints and the assembly of the saints. She was an affectionate and dutiful wife; understanding clearly her domestic duties and recognizing her responsiblilties, she labored to make her home happy. She loved her husband and their two childrena daughter, nine years old, and a son, seven years oldwho survive her, with an ardor born of the most devoted affection. She married Brother Hayes, at Athens, on September 7, 1892. She was conscious of her approaching death, and earnestly besought those at her bedside, especially her husand and children, to meet her in the sweet by and by. Besides her immediate family, she leaves a mother (Mrs. Kate L. Townes), two sisters, three brothers, and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn her death. She was buried at Athens, where a short service was held by Brother Marshall. 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. Let those who mourn find comfort in the assurance of hope that their loved one died in the Lord. May the Lords blessing rest especially on the bereaved husband and the motherless children, and may they ever trust him.

James E. Scobey.

Gospel Advocate, October 29, 1903, page 703.

Hayes, Fannie F.

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Ps. cxvi:15.

Fannie F. Finley was born on the 5th of August 1862. She obeyed the gospelwas born again in the year, 1879, thus remembering her Creator in the days of her youth. She was married to Bro. A. P. Hayes August 1, 1886, and died June the 25th 1887. Her little babe, a girl, and only child survived her but a short time, being two months old when it followed to a better world its mother. The precious consolation and comforting promises of Gods word certainly belong to her sorrowing husband, moaning parents, brothers, sisters and friends, for they sorrow not as others who have no hope.

Sister Hayes was not simply a nominal member of the church, but a live active, zealous member. Her place at church meetings was filled and her work faithfully done. The church and its prosperity were her chief concern and truly did she sing,

I love thy kingdom Lord, The house of thine abode,

and she was one of Isreals sweet singers, cheering the heart of husband and the church with spiritual songs.

It is useless to say the church misses her and that her husband, parents, brothers, sisters and friends mourn their loss. But they rejoice in the hope of the glory of God and expect to meet her again, where the wicked cease from troubling and the weary are at rest.

E. A. Elam.

Gospel Advocate, August 10, 1887, page 510.

Hayes, George

It was to me, as well as to many others, sad news indeed when the announcement appeared in the Gospel Advocate that Brother George Hayes was no more. I had known him for many years, and can truthfully say that I never knew a more conscientious Christian gentleman. He was firm in his convictions of right and wrong; and if he deviated from the right, it was due to his judgment, and not to any motive to do wrong. He was one of the mainstays of the church at old Rock Spring, in Rutherford County, Tenn.; and the church will greatly miss his wise counsel in its deliberations, as well as his help in many other ways. He was indeed a useful man in the church and in his community. In his home he was the very embodiment of that hospitality which the Bible enjoins. A kind husband, an affectionate father, and a faithful friend has left us for a better world. May we all imitate the noble virtues exemplified in his Christian walk. May Gods richest blessings rest upon the bereaved family. Brother Hayes was fifty-one years of age on March 1, 1905, and died on August 31. Death has no terrors for the righteous, but, in the language of Paul, they can exclaim: O death, where is they sting? O grave, where is thy victory?

F. W. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, November 23, 1905, page 750.

Hayes, Jasper

Jasper Hayes was born on March 4, 1838, and died on October 12, 1908. He obeyed the gospel in the days of his youth, and was a member of the church of Christ for more than fifty years. He seldom failed to attend services on the first day of the week. He was for many years an elder in the congregation at Gamaliel, Ky., of which he was a member from the time he obeyed the gospel until the time of his death, having lived his entire life on the farm where he was born, except three years, during which time he served in the Federal Army in the Civil War. As a Christian, he was faithful and true to the word of God. Brother Hayes was a very quiet and pleasant man an made friends of almost all with whom he met. He never talked rashly to, or unkindly of, any one. As a citizen, he was highly respected; as a business man, trustworthy. Brother Hayes was twice married. His second wife and six sons and two daughers survive, two daughters having preceded him to the grave.

R. F. Crabtree.

Gospel Advocate, April 8, 1909, page 442.

Hayes, John

John Hayes, age eighty-nine, a minister of the gospel for fifty-eight years, died at his home near Athens, Ala., October 2. He would have been ninety years old on October 20. He had been in bed for about three weeks, during which time he prepared a tract for publication. He referred to himself, as did others, as old Brother Hayes. When the Nashville Bible School opened, John Hayes was one of six boys to compose the first class. When David Lipscomb and James A. Harding came to the little building on the first morning they found him sitting on the front steps. He was in school for two and a half years. Then for two years he farmed, preaching on Sundays and holding meetings in the summer. He was regarded as a man who was unswerving in his convictions. He preached in a number of states and was in the pulpit for the last time back in the summer. The father of thirteen children, he married three times. First, he married Miss Effie Townes who was a great help to him in his study of the Bible. She taught while he ateneded the Bible school. To them were born four children. Only one, Tom, lived to be grown and he died on his way home from the battlefields of the first World War. After his wife died he moved to DeSoto, Texas, where he married Miss Florence Oliver. To them were born five children. After her death he moved back to Alabama and in 1919 was married to Miss Helen Kraus of Athens. To them were born four children. Brother Hayes was of Irish descent, the son of William Norfleet and Mary Eliza Hussey Hayes. He was a native of Athens, born in a house that stood at Hobbs and North Clinton Street. Funeral services were conducted at the Market Street church building, October 4, by A. J. Rollings, Bennie Lee Fudge and Burl Grubb. Burial was in Athens City Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, five daughters, Mrs. Ruth Knowlton of Florida; Mrs. Gladys Farmer, Dearborn, Mich.; Mrs. Helen Anderson, Birmingham, Ala.; Mrs. Lucile Qualls, Donelson, Tenn.; Mrs. Martha Wakham, Athens, and one sister, Miss Helen Bee Hayes, Athens.

Mrs. Lucile Qualls.

Gospel Advocate, November 26, 1959, page 766.

Hayes, Joseph E.

The brightest, the best, and the most perfect of earths creatures are often plucked by the loving hand of our heavenly Father at the time when it seems to us they could be most useful. It may be that God wanted such perfect characters to live with him in the home where he dwellsthe home of the soul. Our beloved brother, Joseph E. Hayes, of Rucker, Tenn., was born May 28, 1871; died July 28, 1895, aged 24 years and two months. Brother Hayes became a Christian when quite young, and ever after that made Christianity both a study and a practice. The object of his life was to bring himself into perfect harmony with the law of God. He, by his own efforts, with very limited opportunities, from a high sense of duty, became one of the most useful and promising young men of his community. Had he lived he would have been a preacher of the gospel. Brother Hayes always took an active part in the work of the church, both publicly and privately. He was ever ready and anxious to defend the advocate the cause of the Master. It was his delight to teach Christ to all who came under his influence. Few young men have the power for good in the home circle that he had. It seems hard to those who were so near to him, and loved him so well, to give him up, he being so full of promise, just as he was entering the threshold of life. But God, who knows all things, does all things well; for he says, All things work together for good to them that love God. Doubltess he has gone to be at the beautiful gate, waiting and watching for the loved ones who are left behind to come home.

John E. Dunn.

Gospel Advocate, April 2, 1896, page 215.

Hayes, Margaret

One by one the dear ones of Gods family on earth are crossing over to the other shore, where their faith to sight is changed, and their prayers are turned to praises; where the cross is for a bright and shining crown exchanged, and their tears are by Gods own hand forever wiped away. Sister Margaret Hayes, wife of Brother W. H. Hayes, fell asleep in Jesus March 9, 1894. She was born April 11, 1834. She was a member of the Church of Christ for thirty-five years. Her race on earth is run. To her great reward she has gone. Blessed are they who die in the Lord.

C. E. Holt.

Gospel Advocate, June 7, 1894, page 358.

Hayes, Richard C.

On the morning of Dec. 8, 1895, death came to the happy home of Brother Richard C. Hayes, and summoned him to cross the mystic river. Brother Hayes was born Oct. 31, 1832, entered the Christian Church in 1861, and since that time till his death he has ever been as a light set upon a hill. His influence at all times was for the betterment of mankind. He was a faithful husband and a devoted father, and it pained us to give him up; but our loss is his gain, for now he is at rest from all his labors, and his works follow him. The death of a saint is precious in the sight of the Lord, and should make the Christian happy. For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. While we sympathize with the bereaved family and relatives of our departed brother, we would point them to the promises in Gods word of the reward that awaits the faithful, and since they cannot call him back, they can go to him in that city of light.

J. E. D.

Gospel Advocate, January 9, 1896, page 32.

Hayes, Richard R.

Richard R. Hayes was born March 4, 1872; funeral services were conducted in the chapel of Pacific Christian Academy, May 25, 1935. He was a native of Texas. He lived in Washington seven years before attending David Lipscomb College in Nashville. While preaching in Washington and Oregon he was married to Miss Fannie Craig. She and their six children and three grandchildren survive. He moved to California in 1909 and located in San Joaquin Valley. For the past twelve years he has lived in Graton. Brother and Sister Hayes were strong believers in Christian education, and reared their children under the wings of the Pacific Christian Academy. He did much good, and his life will be an inspiration to many.

S. T. LaNier.

Gospel Advocate, June 27, 1935, page 622.

Hayes, Sallie

On December 18, 1914, the pure spirit of Sallie Hayes left its earthly body to be with Jesus in the home of the soul. She was nineteen years old, and had been a Christian about four years. Her surroundings were such that she never came in contact with the sins that bring ruin to so many girls. From a child she was taught the holy Scriptures. She was a descendant of four of Warren Countys old familiesHayes, McGregor, Parks, and Sims. Her father, James Hayes, was married to Frances McGregor, and to them were bron a son and daughter, Martin and Sallie. Their father died when they were small, leaving Frances to battle her way, which she bravely did. Brother Sam Boyd, who had married Sallie McGregor, lost his wife, leaving him one son, Marshall. It seemed that the hand of God directed the union of these two broken families, which was the home of my sister, Teresa Sims McGregor, who died last January. This pleasant Christian home was felt by all. Sallie seemed to be the center of affection. She was always delicate, but was never neglected. Medical aid failed to alleviate her pain; but when the time came, the Lords way of giving rest was death. Death brings good to the faithful. Blessed dead! Brother James Stubblefield was present to comfort the bereaved.

W. P. Sims.

Gospel Advocate, April 15, 1915, page 371.

Hayes, Savena Alice

Sister Savena Alice Hayes was born Sept. 13, 1857; baptized by Brother W. H. Dixon, Oct. 19, 1885, and died Dec. 2, 1893, aged 36 years, 3 months, and 6 days. She leaves a mother, two sisters, and one brother, besides other relatives and many friends, to mourn their loss. Sister Alice was beloved by all who knew her, and especially by her brethren. How could it be otherwise with her brethren, when she always met with them on the first day of the week in remembrance of the One who died for her, and when she was always ready to do whatsoever her hand found to do? I remember seeing Sister Alice when she confessed her faith in the Savior, and met with her at Gnat Grove for about three years. Very few have I ever seen who were more zealous than she was. She has kept the faith, she has fought a good fight, she has finished her course, and gone to wear the crown that was laid up for her. So I will say to her mother and sisters, Fight on, and you will see her after a while, where parting never comes; and to her brother, Prepare to meet thy God.

J. B. Trigg.

Gospel Advocate, March 15, 1894, page 166.

Hayes, Thomas L.

On November 28, 1918, somewhere in France, Brother Thomas L. Hayes died of typhoid fever, according to official report sent Brother John Hayes, of Mooresville, Ala., on January 8. Brother Tom Hayes was a graduate of the National Teachers Normal and Business College at Henderson, Tenn. He was a good and efficient teacher and was lavishly loved wherever he served in this capacity. About two years ago he connected himself with the Tennessee Valley Bank, and was held in loving favor by his employers, being rapidly promoted until at the time he was drafted into the United States Army he was intrusted as manager of one of its chain of banks, at Paint Rock, Ala. This institution was holding a place for him, and he was counting on being discharged soon and returning to his former post of duty. The headquarters of this institution being here at Albany, Brother Hayes was thrown with us in church work often, and he was loved and respected by the whole congregation. While engaged in secular work, he was always interested in the church. A number of times he preached to the congregation here. While in his modesty he would not call it preaching, yet his lessons were plain and practical and his audiences were ever impressed with his earnestness and sincerity. He was intensely interested in the welfare of the church at his old home, Mooresville, and he would go over every Lords day he could to assist and encourage them in the work of the Lord, and a boy never shared more fully the love and confidence of the home people than Tom Hayes. While in the army and surrounded with many obstacles, he was mindful of his Lord, and a letter written to his father on December 15 told how that day, the third Lords day in December, he and some boys met in his room and worshiped God. He mentioned the chapter read and discussed and gave an interesting account of all they did. In the same letter he stated that he was never in better health in his life. His father and friends were, therefore, thoroughly unprepared for the shock. Tom was handsome, polite, congenial, faithful, and good, and his friends were numbered by his acquaintances. His mother, a faithful Christian, I have often been told by those who knew her, died when Tom was but a child. She was the mother of only two children, Tom and his little sister, who died in early childhood. Thus the last fragment of Brother Hayes first family is gathered home and he only is left. How sweet the thought that mother, with her own precious children, their humiliated bodies fashioned anew, like unto the body of the Son of God, free from sorrow, sickness, pain, and death, shall abide forever, where the angels sing, in the city of God, the sweet home of the soul! The writer had no truer, more faithful friend than Tom Hayes. He made me his confidant and oft revealed to me his sorrows and perplexities, his purposes and plans. The Lord bless and comfort his father, his many loved ones and friends, and help us so to live that it shall also be well with our souls.

J. Petty Ezell.

Gospel Advocate, February 6, 1919, page 135.

Haygood, G. H.

G. H. Haygood was born in Lowndes County, Ala., on November 19, 1843. He entered the Civil War in 1861 and served four years. He became obedient to the faith in the early part of the war. Brother Haygood was married to Cynthia Meriwether on November 25, 1866, and removed to Texas in 1870. He had made his home in Titus County since 1886. To this union were born three girls and one boy. The mother died on September 1, 1904, and Brother Haygood was married to Mrs. Jane Henderson on November 9, 1905. Our brother departed this life on August 24, 1917, and was buried the next day. A large crowd assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to a friend and brother.

R. D. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, September 13, 1917, page 902.

Hayhurst, L. W.

At 11:50 P. M. May 3, death came to L. W. Hayhurst in Columbia, La. He was 71 years old. Although he had been weakened by a heart condition he was still serving as full time minister of the church in Olla, La., at the time of his death. Bill Johnson spoke at the funeral services, assisted by A. H. Ferguson and Jerry Hollis.

Occasionally the world is blessed with a man who, in a very special way, touches the hearts and lives of many people. Brother Hayhurst was such a man. He obeyed the gospel at the tender age of 13. He was a preacher of the gospel for fifty-one years. During this time he baptized many people, encouraged many who had fallen away to return to the Lord, and helped to strengthen weak churches in many places. His greatest work was with the young men he influenced to preach, lead singing and serve in various ways in the kingdom of God. He and Mamie Webster were married in 1924. They have five children and all are members of the Lords church and all are married to Christians. His older son, Verner Wayne, preaches in Haile, La., and the younger son, Welborn preaches in Beloit, Wis.

Brother Hayhurst was among the best thinkers of our age. Through the years churches and preachers sought his counsel. He had the wisdom, ability and courage to unravel the knotty problems that many could not handle. He did so when he knew it was not the popular thing to do. But his standard of right was never determinded by the crowd. He often said, Right will turn out right. He was truly a humble man. He did not seek the spotlight, nor was he interested in a following. I have seen him slip quietly into the background so others, not as well known as himself, could be recognized. I can still hear him saying, Life is a struggle. During the twenty-two years I knew him I had the occasion to see him wield the sword of truth as he fought sin, lukewarmness and corruption. I have also seen him weep with those who wept and rejoice with those who rejoiced. It was easy for him to plead for the widow and to minister unto the fatherless and needy. He still speaks through his children whose lives give testimony of a father who loved and taught them. He speaks through those preachers who in years past, he encouraged. He has given heaven a sweeter meaning to those of us who knew and loved him so very much. Our faith is stronger and our hope greater and we now look beyond the sunsets radiant glow.

Merle King.

Gospel Advocate, June 10, 1965, page 382.

Haynes, Ella Annette

A great woman has fallen. What makes people great? Is it doing right in the name of the Lord? Phebe was great because she succored Paul and many others. Mary was great because she bestowed much labor on Paul. Mary Magdalene was great because she and Joanna, the wife of Chuza, and Susanna ministered of their substance unto the Lord. Ella Annette Haynes was great because she ministered to, succored, and bestowed much labor on one of the Lords ministers for thirty-five years. She took pleasureyea, infinite delightin so managing things at home that Will could go and tell lost sinners that Jesus died for them and invited them to be saved. The mother of seven children, she was always willing for her husband to go. Sometimes under the most adverse circumstances he went. All good wives are great women. She was the wife of W. J. Haynes. She was born on December 28, 1861; was baptized in 1879; died on December 21, 1909. How empty must the home be when robbed of a companion as nearly perfect as human beings attain in this life of sorrow! Is it not blessed that we have the promise of meeting again?

J. M. Barnes.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1910, page 438.

Haynes, G. W.

Brother G. W. Haynes was fifty-one years and six months old at the time of his death, which occurred on August 31, 1905. He married Miss Addie Battle in 1876, and to this union twelve children were born, three of whom preceded the father to the spirit land. He obeyed the gospel when young, under the preaching of Brother Caldwell, of Kentucky. He was a member of the Rock Spring congregation, in Rutherford County, Tenn., and at the time of his death was one of the main pillars in this church. I do not believe that this church in its entire history ever suffered such a loss in the death of any one as it did in that of Brother Haynes. He was true to Gods Book, and had no patience or sympathy whatever with the modern innovations that are disturbing the peace and happiness of the church. The great aim of life with him was to live a Christian and to persuade and teach others to do the same. By nature he was generous and kind-hearted. His ear was never deaf to the appeals of want; but he was ever ready, as far as able, to relieve suffering humanity wherever found. His high and noble character extended far beyond the acquaintance, and even strangers spoke of his sterling worth and merit. He leaves to his family a rich legacy in a good name and an unblemished life. He respected man, obeyed God, and, I believe, has gone to live with the redeemed.

D. M. Peebles.

Gospel Advocate, October 26, 1905, page 686.

Haynes, James T.

James T. Haynes, the youngest son of Brother W. H. H. Haynes and wife, was born on February 9, 1873, and died on October 13, 1907. He leaves, to cherish his memory, his father, mother, one brother, and three sisters. It was my pleasure to baptize him last summer, when he came to Murfreesboro in quest of a preacher. I have heard that he had few faults and that in almost everything he was an exemplary character. He was a dutiful son, a kind and gentle brother, and a good citizen. The loved ones will miss his energy and good management on the farm, of which he had taken control, relieving his father of this burden in his declining years. May they, strong in the faith which was once for all delivered unto the saints, bear their trial with that Christian fortitude that will enable them to fight the good fight, finish the course, keep the faith, and receive the crown.

J. Paul Slayden.

Gospel Advocate, April 9, 1908, page 236.

Haynes, Jim

On October 13, 1907, the death angel visited the home of W. H. H. Haynes and claimed for its victim his son Jim Haynes. He was born February 9, 1873. He obeyed the gospel just a short time before his death, and from then until the time of his death he lived the life of a true and noble Christian. Brother J. Paul Slayden, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., baptized him. It is sad to think he has gone from us, never to return; but we have the assurance that we will meet him again, if we live as God would have us live. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. To our sorrowing father, mother, brother, and sisters I would say: We should not weep for our brother is at rest; but let us so live that when the time comes for us to depart from this world we may have the blessed privilege of meeting him where parting is unknown.

Bettie Westbrook., Christiana, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 30, 1908, page 282.

Haynes, Miriam Brandon

Sister J. M. Haynes (formerly Miss Miriam Brandon) was born on October 30, 1857, and died on December 20, 1916, being at the time of her death, sixty years, one month, and twenty days old. She was married to Brother J. H. Haynes on August 8, 1886. To this union three children were born, allof whom are still livingJames Haynes and Brandon Haynes, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., and Mrs. Willis Farris, of Nashville, Tenn. At the time of her death Sister Haynes was a widow, Brother Haynes having departed this life about seven years ago. Sister Haynes obeyed the gospel in early life and was ever loyal to the truth and to the church. When the trouble arose in the church at Murfreesboro over innovations, great pressure was brought to bear upon her and all others, especially those of means, to induce them to line up with the so-called progressives. Sister Haynes withstood the pressure and remained true to the last, leaving her children a splendid example to follow. She was not an ordinary woman, by any means. She was a good woman, a worthy woman, such as is described in Prov. 31:10-31, and richly deserves just praise. She was a faithful wife, a devoted mother, a true friend, and a loyal Christian. She was liberal with her means, being ever ready to help in every good work. She was especially kind to the poor and needy. She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hand to the needy. In the death of Sister Haynes her children lost a fond and affectionate mother, the church lost a faithful and consecrated member, and Murfreesboro lost one of its very best citizens. We commend her noble life to her children, and pray Gods blessings upon them in their effort to emulate her splendid example.

G. Dallas Smith.

Gospel Advocate, April 12, 1917, page 371.

Haynes, Mrs. M. A.

Death, the grim reaper, who calls alike the high, the low, the rich, the poor, has visited our town and called away one of our beloved citizens, Mrs. M. A. Haynes. Mrs. Haynes was born in 1841, and died on June 7, 1923, in her eighty-second year. She was the wife of W. A. Haynes, who died several years ago. She was a faithful member of the church of Christ fifty-five years. Three children survive herW. J. Haynes, of Grady, Ala.; Mrs. M. L. Redmond of Montgomery, Ala.; and Mrs. G. L. Harris, of Grady, Ala., with whom she made her home; also, a large number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, July 19, 1923, page 704.

Haynes, Ova Irene

Mrs. Ova Irene (Lowry) Haynes was born near Judson, Ark., April 11, 1905. She was reared by Christian parents, and obeyed the gospel when about fifteen years of age. She was united in marriage to Nat W. Haynes on July 3, 1925. To this union was born one child, a daughter, Judeth Dell. Sister Haynes was a devout Christian, who constantly worked at her profession. Christianity to her was not an avocation, but a vocation, for she was constant in the work. She had been afflicted for some time, but none suspected that her trouble was so serious. She leaves behind her husband, one daughter, her father (G. B. Lowry), on brother, two sisters, one aunt, together with a host of other relatives and friends. She was a woman loved by all who knew her, for her exemplary life and devotion to the service of Christ could but win the esteem of all. It was my lot to direct the last service, assisted by Forrest Waldrop and E. H. Maddox.

J. W. Chism.

Gospel Advocate, June 7, 1934, page 559.

Haynes, S. S.

It is with a sad heart that I write the obituary of my dear father, S. S. Haynes. He was born July 22, 1847; was killed by a train Feb. 13, 1896. He had been a devoted member of the church of Christ for a number of years. He was taken without any warning, yet we have reasons to believe that he was prepared. He was ever ready to do a charitable deed. As a husband, he was kind and affectionate; as a father, he was tender and loving; as a Christian, he was obedient and self-sacrificing. How my heart bleeds for my dear mother and three little brothers, left without a husbands love and a fathers care! May Jesus, our only hope, our ony comforter, provide for and comfort them so long as they are spared to us. Dear brothers, be kind, forbearing, and loving toward each other and to mamma; give your hearts to Jesus, and do his holy will. Brace up, mamma; grow stronger, that you and the rest of our little band may hold out faithful to the end. Dear papa, it gives us pleasure to know that your absence from our little home means your presence with Jesus.

Maggie.

Gospel Advocate, September 17, 1896, page 605.

Haynes, Verna Sparkman

Verna Sparkman Haynes was born to Charles and Alice Sparkman May 17, 1887, near Franklin, Tenn., and died in St. Charles, Mo., April 19, 1952. Charles Sparkman, father of Sister Haynes, was a gospel preacher and her mother a saintly woman. The influence of godliness was profound in the family and Sister Haynes life was a reflection of the Christian principles which she was taught from infancy. She was baptized at the age of seventeen, attended Potter Bible School, and throughout her life she wrought a distinct though quiet influence for the truth and the kingdom of God. She was the kind of woman of whom Paul wrote to Timothy and Titus: modest, grave, kind, a worker at home, adorned with good works. Her good works were so unassuming that it would have been necessary for one to have been a close confidant to have known about them. Her husband, Ralph Haynes, died in 1944, and, although the financial provision for her widowhood was no more than adequate and required her work and administration to maintain its sufficiency, she was most liberal with the church. During the last few years of her life she assisted the church in Overland, Mo., considerably, especially in the acquisition of a home for the preacher. In her will she made the church the devisee of her equity in that home and left the church a legacy of an amount which she intended should be enough to leave the property unencumbered in possession of the congregation. She truly loved the Lord and his church and those who live and labor faithfully in the church. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. C. E. Bravard, a beloved sister-in-law, Mrs. Gertrude Sparkman, four nephews and one niece. Her faith should strongly sustain them all. Funeral services were at Green Forest Church, near Poplar Bluff, Mo., and burial was in the near-by Sparkman Cemetery. The funeral was preached by L. H. Newell, of Memphis, Tenn. The writer assisted. Both are former preachers for her home congregation.

Vernon W. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, June 19, 1952, page 406.

Haynes, Will Shepherd

Will. Shepherd Haynes was born on July 24, 1883, and died, at his fathers home, in Rutherford County, Tenn., (the place of his birth), on July 8, 1904, thus lacking a few days of being twenty-one years old. He was baptized in the twelfth year of his age, by Brother J. A. Carter. While his life was short upon earth, it was long enough, we believe, to fully and safely meet all the demands of death. As our young brother approached manhood, he desired and determined to qualify himself for good and usefulness in this world. So he entered the Bible School at Nashville, Tenn., where he remained for one whole term. He next went to Bowling Green, Ky., and entered the Potter Bible College; but before the year was completed, some pulmonary trouble set up and he had to leave. He came home in quest of health, but was disappointed. He then went South, believing that the genial climate of that country would restore him; but not so. He next went to the far West, thinking that surely in California he would be benefited; but he grew worse. From California he went to Yuma, Ariz.; but there, too, he grew weaker. After staying in the Western country for several months and seeing no hope of recovery, he determined to, and did, come home to die. Surrounded by his fathers family, relatives, and friends, he breathed his last. In his last hours he was calm, considerate, and serene, fearing nothing, but hoping and wishing that he might depart and be free from pain and suffering. Thus died a hero in the service of God. His character is worthy of emulation. His devotion to the Lord ought to be imitated. No man in our whole country enjoyed a better reputation for honor, for right, for justice, than did our young brother. We mourn our loss, but we cannot wish him back. He has gone, we think, to a brighter and better world than this. I beg Gods blessings on the remaining family and pray that they may be as devoted to his service as was their boy.

D. M. Peebles.

Gospel Advocate, September 15, 1904, page 586.

Haynes, Willie

God called my dear brother, Willie Haynes, away from the toils and ares of this world, on February 17, 1903, to that home where only the faithful are permitted to go. He seemed to me to be the dearest brother I had on earth, and God only knows how sad and lonely I am. He was the life of my fathers home. He leaves his companion in life (Ella Haynes), a father, a mother, two brothers, three sisters, and many relatives and friends to mourn their loss. In 1897 he obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother J. N Armstrong. From that time he lived a faithful Christian, and only Christians can enjoy the promise of eternal life. Our Savior says: Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. We trust that he has gone to his reward, to that city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God. He was perfectly resigned to leave this world of sorrow and suffering to go to meet loved ones who had preceded him to the spirit land. His life was such that the church and the community in which he lived feel that a great and a good man has passed away. We bereaved ones have all the sweet assurances of the gospel to comfort us. May God bless us in this hour of bereavement and may the reunion of our family be complete in heaven.

Bettie Westbrooks.

Gospel Advocate, August 27, 1903, page 559.

Haynie, Adeline D.

Sister Adeline D. Haynie fell asleep in Jesus on the evening of Oct. 24, 1893. Just as the day was dying her spirit took its flight to the spirit world. Sister Haynie was born in Smith county, Tenn., May 20, 1822. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of that grand old pioneer preacher Brother Jesse Sewell, in September, 1858. From that time until her death she was a consistent, exemplary Christian, and was always willing and anxious to do what she could for the Master. As long as she was able, she delighted in the attendance of the Lords day services, and was very zealous for the apostles doctrine. She studied the word of God until her last illness, and delighted to talk of those things concerning the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ. She lived to see all of her children obey the gospel, four of whom preceded her, and two are left behind to battle with the trials and difficulties of life a little while longer. To her bereaved children and friends we would say, Sorrow not as those who have no hope, for all those who have fallen asleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

I. B. Bradley

Gospel Advocate, December 7, 1893, page 781.

Hays, Huldah J.

Died, near Shady Grove, Upshur county, Texas, March 31, 1893, Sister Huldah J. Hays. She was the daughter of J. R. and Cynthia White. She was born Jan. 4, 1856, obeyed the gospel and was baptized by Brother T. E. Stirman August, 1874, and was married to W. P. Hays Oct. 20, 1875. We were for years very intimately acquainted with Sister Hays, and think it not exaggeration to say that she was as near unto Christian perfection as we find clothed in human flesh. Kind, smooth, and gentle in her disposition, impressing upon everyone with who she came in contact the idea that she was a good woman, good wife, good mother, and a good neighborjust such a character as always blesses humanity while living, and in dying leaves an influence that can only be measured by eternity. To her husband, her children, the church, and her neighborhood, her loss can not be realized, but, thanks to our God, their loss is heavens gain. Blessed thought! when we meet her again, it will be on the deathless side of the river, where sad partings come no more. Then, dear Brother Hays, take courage, be faithful, and may the blessings of our God help you and your dear children to so live that you may be prepared to meet your dear one in heaven. To this end may our heavenly Fathers blessings rest upon all his children.

W. C. Holloway.

Gospel Advocate, July 27, 1893, page 477.

Hays, Mamie Bryan

Mamie Bryan Hays, one of the most worthy and esteemed members of the San Angelo (Texas) congregation, passed to her reward on December 2, 1935. She was born in Watertown, Tenn., fifty-nine years ago, married there, and spent most of her early life there and in Nashville. Two Nashville physicians, the Doctors Bryan, are brothers. Mrs. A. C. Phillips, of Watertown, is a sister. She is also survived by her husband, J. P. Hays; a son, Lee Bryan Hays; and a daughter-in-law. The family have been outstanding citizen of San Angelo for more than twenty-five years. Her gentle nature and marked intelligence inspired her associates. She was faithful to every trust. Truly the poet has said: To live in the hearts we left behind us is not to die.

Mrs. Josephine McGlasson., San Angelo, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, March 5, 1936, page 238.

Hays, Minerva

On August 16, 1906, at her home in Molino, Tenn., Sister Minerva Hays, wife of Brother John Hays, died. She was fifty-two years old, had been married nearly thirty years, and was a member of the body of Christ twenty-three years. She reared a son and daughter. In all the stations of life she acted well her part. It was her delight to labor for the cause of the Master, and her house was ever open as the home of the visiting preacher, and he was sure of a warm reception at her hands and those of her family. She will be missed by her family, the church, and the community, while she will be remembered in love for her works sake. We sorrow not as those who have no hope.

T. C. Little.

Gospel Advocate, September 6, 1906, page 571.

Hays, Minerva M.

By request I record the death of Minerva M. Hays. Sister Hays was born February 2, 1819, and departed this life March 18, 1891. Sister Hays was for many years a member of the Baptist church, but about three years ago having learned the way of the Lord more perfectly, she united with the disciples. Sister Hays was a consistent Christian. She was true to her convictions of right and was ever ready to lift up the cast-down. To the sorrowing husband and children, I would say, study Gods word as your source of comfort, and obey the same in your lives, that when done with this world, you may meet the loved one that has gone before in that sweet and happy home beyond the grave.

N. C. Derryberry.

Gospel Advocate, August 5, 1891, page 491.

Hays, Oscar Lucas

Oscar Lucas Hays was born in Howell County, Mo., near West Plains, October 10, 1879. He was the youngest child of Edmund Deverick and Caroline Hays. His paternal grandparents were Irish and his maternal were English. When he was about five years old the family moved to Fulton County, Ark. Reared in the principles of the Methodist Church from an early age he was deeply impressed with the importance of religion, but was unable to reconcile the inconsistencies of that teaching with that of other religious teachings. Although failing to experience the miraculous change, which at the time was a popular evidence of conversion, he was accepted into full membership in the Methodist Church. Still not satisfied, he decided to read the Bible himself. A talented singer, he attended a gospel meeting at the Harmony church of Christ near Wheeling, Ark., and was engaged to teach singing school in that community. In June, 1903, he was baptized by Joe H. Blue at Marston, Ark. He immediately began leading song services for gospel meetings and continued teaching singing schools. He atteneded the County Line Bible School at Brandsville, Mo. He began preaching in 1905 and together with such men as Joe H. Blue and others, was a pioneer in spreading the word throughtout Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Missouri, Kansas, Tennessee, New Mexico and Idaho. He was largely responsible for the establishment of the church in Lewiston, Idaho. He was field representative for Harding College in the early 1920s. For more than fifty years he was actively engaged in preaching the gospel until poor health forced his retirement. On November 5, 1903, he was married to Leona Hall at Wheeling, Ark., who survives. Always a faithful partner, she never failed to cooperate and to lend her encouragement in his chosen work of preaching the gospel and it was their happy privilege to celebrate their sixtieth wedding anniversary on November 5, 1963. also surviving is one son, O. L. Hays, Jr. of Crossett, Ark.; two daughters, Mrs. Zelma Branton of Memphis, Tenn., and Miss Vola May Hays, of Senath, Mo., and a foster daughter, Miss Addie Hall of Memphis, Tenn. Five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. He departed this life December 26, 1963, and was laid to rest at Senath, Mo., December 28. The service was conducted in the church building in Senath by the writer, assisted by Emitt Smith and Cecil Wilson. He was truly a great and good man who loved the Lord and the souls of men.

C. W. Brannam.

Gospel Advocate, January 23, 1964, page 63.

Hays, Paul

Paul Hays was born in Wisconsin about seventy-four years ago, and departed this life in Fresno, Calif., March 21, 1942. He came to Fresno about fifty-seven years ago, and lived in this community since that time, except for a few years that he was away in school and evangelistic work. He attended Add Ran Bible College, in Texas, and the Nashville Bible School, in Nashville, Tenn., where he also served on the faculty for two years. Having obeyed the gospel in his youth, he had been preaching for more than a half century. Brother Hays was married on March 18, 1895, to Miss Sallie Bingham, of Tennessee. For more than forty years they had made their home at the same address, until moving to the present address at 3845 Butler last Christmas. He conducted services in his home and taught many who came that way. He is survived by his wife and David, Tillie, Aloa, Ruth, and Jud Hays, besides many other relatives and friends.

A Friend.

Gospel Advocate, April 16, 1942, page 379.

Hays, Thomas Homer

Thomas Homer Hays, 93, died May 23 at Colonial Manor Nursing Facility in Bowling Green, Ky., after a lengthy illness.

Funeral services were conducted at the J. C. Kirby Chapel by J. A. Floyd Jr. and Mike Tanaro, with burial in Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

Hays was a Warren County, Ky., native, a World War I veteran, and a member of Mount Pleasant Church of Christ for more than 70 years.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha Doolin Hays, and a son.

Gospel Advocate, July, 1988, page 58.

Haywood, Mackie

Mackie Haywood was buried June 21 in Columbia, Tenn. She died at the home of her daughter in St. Louis, Mo., with whom she had lived for the past year. Mama Haywood, as she was known, worked at Tennessee Childrens Home, formerly Tennessee Orphan Home, in Spring Hill, Tenn., for 55 years, until her retirement in 1982. She worked for every superintendent the home has had since its beginning in various capacities from assistant secretary to the board of directors to acting superintendent on five occasions.

She was a member of the Spring Hill Church of Christ. Her sense of humor endeared her to all, and her front porch was a gathering place for her friends.

Her funeral was conducted by Harry Anderson, Bobby Williams and W. B. Richter. Services at the grave were conducted by Clyde Farmer, and elder of the church at Spring Hill, and Jack Salsbury. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Leonard Flowers of St. Louis, three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Bobby Holt.

Gospel Advocate, September 17, 1987, page 572.

Hazelip, Herbert

Herbert Hazelip was born in Edmondson County, Ky., August 12, 1888, and departed from this earthly life on June 9, 1965.

Brother Hazelips life on earth was a busy one, and most useful. He engaged in many worthy activities which provided well for his family, and proved of great benefit to his fellow man. He was public spirited, always interested in the welfare of his community.

In early life he taught in the public schools, served his county as a deputy sheriff, and for thirty years was postmaster to Asphalt, Ky. He was a Director of the Brownsville (Ky.) Deposit Bank. He was a merchant in his community for many years. In all these relationships he was efficient, honest, and absolutely reliable.

In character he was pure, cheerful in disposition, firm, and though considerate was stable, and uncompromising in his convictions.

His work in the Church is of inestimable value. He served as an elder in the Asphalt church and led it safely through more than one serious crisis. He was sane in judgment; sound in faith; loved the truth and ever stood firmly for it. He was unaffected by the hobbies that afflicted the church in his time and locality, and always contended for sound principles and positions.

Brother Hazelip was twice married. His first wife, Mrs. Maggie Hazelip, the mother of his children, preceded him in death twelve years ago. The second wife Mrs. Martine Hazelip, survives. Both were worthy companions of a great man and excellent Christian women.

He is survived by four daughters and four sons all of whom are devout Christians. The sons are all preachers of the gospel. The daughters are Mrs. Edna Lewis, Mrs. Ruth Duvall, Mrs. Charlotte Willison, Mrs. Eva Douglas. The sons are Lawrence of Pasadena, Texas; Woodrow of Collingwood, Ontario, Can.; Raymond of Bowling Green, Ky., and Harold of Iowa. One daughter died several years ago.

The funeral at Asphalt church of Christ, of which he was a member and an elder, was attended by a very large concourse of sorrowing friends gathered from a wide area. The expressions of sympathy for the family took practically all the forms known to men. The service was conducted by Ernest G. Nash, and the writer, longtime friends of the deceased and his family.

After the services his body was laid to rest in the New Liberty Cemetery, among the remains of the loved ones to await the resurrection of the just.

Allen Phy.

Gospel Advocate, July 8, 1965, page 447.

Hazelip, Maggie Marie

On Friday, October 23, 1953, Sister Maggie Marie Hazelip, wife of Herbert Hazelip, of Asphalt, Ky., passed away at the age of sixty years. Brother Hazelip has stood like a giant oak for the truth in this community, and Sister Hazelip stood loyally by his side. They reared a fine family, the four sons are all faithful gospel preachers. Lawrence, of Valdosta, Ga.; Mrs. Edna Lewis, of Gary, Ind.; Raymond of Bowling Green, Ky.; Mrs. Ruth Duvall, of Sunfish, Ky.; Woodrow, of Asphalt, Ky.; Mrs. Charlotte Willison, of Cleveland, Ohio; Harold, of Owensboro, Ky.; and Mrs. Eva Douglas, of Asphalt, Ky., survive her. Truly, her children rise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her, saying: Many daughters have done worthily, but thou excellest them all. (Prov. 31:28, 29.) Her devotion to the church, her family and friends endeared her to all who knew her. The doctrine of Gods sovereignty was the keystone of her daily living. Funeral services were held in the meetinghouse of the church at Asphalt on Sunday afternoon, October 25, in the presence of a large crowd, by the writer and E. G. Nash. The body was tenderly laid away in the nearby community cemetery to await the resurrection. When the end came it could be said that the earthly life of a worthy woman had come to a close, and Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.

E. G. Creacy.

Gospel Advocate, December 17, 1953, page 868.

Hazelip, Raymond

Raymond Hazelip, gospel preacher and retired pharmacist, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 6, 1982, after an illness of several months. Raymond was born on Jan. 17, 1917, in the Asphalt community in Edmonson County, Ky. He was a graduate of Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, Ky., and the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Ky. He owned and operated the Prescription Center and Bowling Green Surgical Supply for 25 years. At the time of his death, he owned the Westland Drugs in Bowling Green.

Raymond will be remembered in the Bowling Green and Warren County area as being an outstanding gospel preacher and servant of God. He gave freely of his talents to the cause of Christ in this area. Many congregations of the Lords people are indebted to him in building them up in the Lord. Some of those congregations are strong and self-supporting today because of the untiring work Raymond did while serving as their minister. Much of this work was done without cost while contributing of his own means to support works that involved all the congregation. He was unselfish in his dedication to the Lord and to the Lords work.

Funeral services were conducted by Ray Frizell, Jr., on Tuesday Nov. 9th at Hardy & Son Funeral Chapel, Bowling Green, Ky., with burial in Fairview Cemetery. A large crowd of loved ones, brethren, and friends attended the service.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Merthel Hazelip; one daughter, Linda Simmons; four sisters, Mrs. Edna Lewis, Brownsville, Ky., Mrs. Ruth Duvall, Louisville, Ky., Mrs. Charlotte Willison, Cleveland, Ohio, Mrs. Eva Douglas, Fern Creek, Ky.; three brothers, Lawrence Hazelip, Pasadena, Texas, Woodrow Hazelip, Brownsville, Ky., and Harold Hazelip, Memphis, Tenn.

Ed Van Hooser., University Church of Christ, Bowling Green, Ky. 42101.

Gospel Advocate, December 16, 1982, page 759.

Hazelip, Woodrow

Woodrow Hazelip, 76, died Feb. 21. A minister, teacher and farmer, Hazelip spent 10 years in the mission field in Canada. He was a member of the Asphalt, Ky., Church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Pauline of Brownsville; two sons, Steve of McComb, Miss., and Ken of Santa Barbara, Calif., a daughter, Geena Reed of Corona Del Mar, Calif.; two brothers, Lawrence of Pasadena, Texas, and Harold of Nashville, Tenn.; four sisters, Edna Lewis of Brownsville, Ruth Duvall of Louisville, Ky., Charlotte Wilson of Cleveland, Ohio, and Eva Douglas of Nashville; and five grandchildren.

Brownsville, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, April, 1996, page 45.

Hazlett, Mary E.

Mary E. Hazlett was born near Leon, Iowa, on August 12, 1891. On January 31, 1923, she said good-by to earthly scenes and associateions to go to her other home. Thirty-two years and a half she was permitted to brighten the home of her Christian parents and circle of friends. Most of his time was spent in the service of her Master, having united with the church of Christ by obedience to the gospel at the age of twelve. At the time of her death she was living with her parents near Brighton, Col. She is survived by her father, mother, six sisters, and two brothers, whose hearts are saddened because of the broken home circle. Several years of her life were devoted to teaching in Iowa, Colorado, and Kansas; the last two years at Harper College, Harper, Kan. It was the writers privilege to speak a few words of comfort and consolation to the bereaved ones at the little chapel in Brighton before the remains were taken to her old home in Iowa for interment. As I stood beside the flower-draped casket and looked upon her face, calm, peaceful, and smiling even in death, I thought of the melody of her voice when, on a previous visit to her home, she and her brothers and sisters blended their voices together in songs that stirred our hearts, and I thought what a privilege it is to live in the atmosphere of a Christian home where Christianity is exemplified in life and radiated in song! Their singing was always an inspiration in the house of worship. I am sure that the melody of her voice will have lost none of its sweetness when she joins the hallelujah chorus over there. The influence of such a splendid Christian life cannot perish. She will live on in hearts made better by her presence. To so live is not to die, in the love of there as the love of here. She is not dead; she is just away. He that liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Comfort one another with these words.

John D. Evans.

Gospel Advocate, March 15, 1923, page 266.

Head, Bell Douglass

Sister W. S. Head (Miss Bell Douglass before marriage), wife of the senior elder of the South Side church of Christ, Fort Worth, Texas, and one of the most devoted Christians, was born on May 10, 1850, and departed this life on January 24, 1917. Sister Head was more to me than I have words to express. When I met with my terrible accident on January 18 of last year, she came to me at once and was all that a real mother in the flesh could have been. She was sick for several months before the end came, but she was prepared to die. She had only one child, a son; but she mothered many in time of need and sickness, and all of these and a host of friends mourn her loss, but not as one who had no hope. Brother Head will feel so lonely without her, and all who knew her will miss her. Brother A. O. Colley spoke words of comfort at her funeral. We all loved Sister Head, and we love the memory of her sainted life. Weep all you want to, Brother Head; for tears help to wash sorrows sting away. Sister Head cannot come to you, but you can go to her in the sweet by and by. A moments anguish, a wrenching, a step, a transition, a breaking through the thin veil which hangs between two worlds, a stepping across the boundary linesuch is death. thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee. (Isa. 26:3.)

T. W. Phillips.

Gospel Advocate, April 5, 1917, page 349.

Headdy, Sarah E.

Sister Sarah E. Headdy was born on March 6, 1840; obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of Brother Andrew P. Davis, about 1855; was married to Brother Jesse Headdy on August 14, 1864; and died on November 7, 1904. She survived her husband fifteen years. Two sons and two daughters were born unto them, all of whom are married, church members, and survive them. Sister Headdy was born in Jackson County, Tenn. And there she spent all the years of her useful life. She once held membership with the Morrisons Creek congregation, but for several years met with the Free State congregation, in the same county. The funeral services were conducted by the writer on November 8, in the presence of brethren, sisters, relatives, and friends, after which her remains were placed in the bosom of Mother Earth to await the resurrection of the dead in Christ.

Hiram Pharris.

Gospel Advocate, November 24, 1904, page 747.

Heady, Hattie Nolan Dudney

Mrs. Hattie Nolan Dudney Heady, 94, passed away October 25, following a short illness. She was born September 2, 1877, the daughter of John and Mary B. Dudney. Her father was a pioneer preacher of the gospel in Jackson County, Tenn., for many years, and was instrumental in establishing a number of congregations in that area.

She and her husband, the late William C. Heady, also of Jackson County, Tenn., helped to organize at least two congregations.

Sister Heady is survived by nine children, twenty-five grandchildren, thirty-four great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Four children preceded her in death. A brother and sister also survive.

Her influence for good was felt by everyone who knew her. She was a humble Christian who went about doing all she could to promote the cause of Christ. This is reflected in the fact that all of her children are Christians. Two sons are serving as elders. One granddaughter is the wife of a minister, and two grandsons, including this writer, are preachers.

Funeral services were conducted October 26 by Jimmie Cook and this writer. She was laid to rest beside her husband in Gallatin, Tenn. Truly, she had fought a good fight, finished her course and looked forward with great hope to receiving her crown.

Rodney Cheatham.

Gospel Advocate, November 25, 1971, page 754.

Heard, Hettie

On March 23, 1906, the angel of death visited the home of Sister Heard, at Mount Hope, Ala., and took from that home her daughter, Hettie, who was born on December 10, 1883. She obeyed the gospel some time in the year 1901. Just a few days before her death the writer, by her request, preached at her home. She was strong in the faith, and during her sickness (which was consumption) she was cheerful and patient, and talked, not only of dying, but of being ready to go home to God. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord: . . . that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. To the heartbroken mother and sisters and sorrowing friends I would say: Weep not as those who have no hope; but be faithful until death, and you can meet, not only this one, but all the faithful ones that have gone on before. May our Father in Heaven bless and comfort this bereaved family and help them to bow humbly to his will. The remains were buried at Landersville, and the writer tried to comfort the broken-hearted and to admonish the living to obey God and be faithful.

J. H. Hill., Landersville, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, May 15, 1906, page 314.

Heard, Sarah Adaline

Sarah Adaline Heard died on September 3, 1917, aged seventy-two years, eight months, and three days. She was married to James Heard on October 16, 1861, and was baptized into the one body about the year 1873. She had born to her eight childrensix girls and two boyswho mourn her departure. She leaves a husband, seventy-eight years old, to battle a few more days alone. She was a good and kind mother, a loving wife, and a devoted Christian. She is sleeping now in the city of the dead. She is waiting just across the river for her loved ones to come. She was a sister to Brethren Ben Walker and Tillman Walker, Christian gentlemen who have done much for the cause of Christ. May God bless them in their old days in the good work they are doing. The funeral was conducted by the writer.

R. E. L. Taylor.

Gospel Advocate, September 20, 1917, page 926.

Hearn, Hardy Phillips

Hardy Phillips Hearn was born on September 9, 1882, and died on February 25, 1910, after suffering about two years with the dread disease, consumption. Brother Hearn was always a good boy, so stated by those who were his lifetime associates. In 1903 he obeyed the gospel at Bethlehem, Wilson County, Tenn., being baptized by Brother E. A. Elam, and he lived true to the faith till death. He was married on March 20, 1907, to Sister Vera H. Murphy, whom he leaves, with two little children, a mother, and a sister, besides a host of friends and relatives, to mourn their loss. Brother Hearn was not only a good boy, but made a true man, a true husband, a devoted father, a good citizen, and a faithful Christian. Doubltess his death, while to his family and the church at Bethlehem a great loss, was to him a triumphant entrance into the eternally bright beyond. Funeral services and burial at the church.

A. S. Derryberry.

Gospel Advocate, March 10, 1910, page 310.

Hearn, L. Y. (Dock)

In the death of Brother L. Y. (Dock) Hearn, which occurred on October 14, 1921, the church of Christ at Paris, Texas, lost one of its greatest men. Brother Hearn was born on October 27, 1857. At the age of twenty-three he was married to Mattie L. Page, who was a faithful life companion, and who is now left, with the seven children who were born into the family, all of whom are now married. Brother Lee Garrett spoke words of comfort to the loved ones. The writer also had a short message for the friends and loved ones, selecting for a reading Heb. 12. Brother Hearn had spent all of his life in Paris. For forty years he had been employed by the city of Paris in different departments, and for the past seventeen years he had been Street Commissioner. He served the public; he did his best. The funeral services were held at the church building. The house was filled with people of all classes, including the mayor and other city officials and employees of the city, and they were all his friends. Just outside the door stood three or four of the colored men who had been with Uncle Dock for years as street men; and they loved him. He was at peace with all men, and we fully believe he is at peace with God.

Robert G. Cook.

Gospel Advocate, December 27, 1921, page 1284.

Hearn, Roy J.

Roy J. Hearn, member of the Willow Avenue Church of Christ in Cookeville, died Nov. 25, 2000. He was 89.

He taught for a number of years at Freed-Hardeman and Lipscomb universities and was founder and director of Memphis School of Preaching for 17 years. He retired in 1983 for health reasons. He was also instrumental in the establishment of the Nashville Bible School.

While a student at Freed-Hardeman, he was a book sales representative for the Gospel Advocate Co. When he attended Peabody College in Nashville, Tenn., he worked as the GAs office manager. His wife, Sadie, worked as B. C. Goodpastures secretary at the GA.

Hearn had preached for congregation in Alabama, Tennessee and Texas.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Sadie, of Cookeville; two daughters, Dolly Totty and Janet Paden, both of Cookeville; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Cookeville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, January, 2001, page 45.

Heath, Mary

Sister Mary Heath, wife of George Heath, and daughter of Levi and S. E. Vermillion, died May 1, 1897. She was born in Missouri; obeyed the gospel of Christ in her thirteenth year, under the preaching of W. A. Scruggs, at Cedar Creek, Hill County, Texas, August, 1885. She was a devoted wife and the loving mother of three children, and a faithful member of the church of Christ. Weep not, dear friends; your loss is her eternal gain, Blessed are they which die in the Lord; . . . for their works do follow them. Dear sister, sleep on till the resurrection morn.

Aunt.

Gospel Advocate, July 1, 1897, page 407.

Heath, Nannie

Mrs. Nannie Heath, of Childersburg, Ala., was born on December 1, 1874, and died on August 22, 1916, in the Birmingham Infirmanry, a few days after a very serious operation. She was baptized into the church of Christ by Brother John T. Lewis, in the year 1908, and had lived an earnest, zealous, Christian life from the day of her obedience. She loved the church; she loved the Bible, and it was a great pleasure to her to read and talk it. She was steadfast and unmovable in her religion, always ready to contend for the faith. She delighted in the service of the Master and was always present on Lords day when able to go, and went many times when she was unable. She was ever ready to assist and do anything she could for the cause of the Lord, and often said her only regret was that she was not able to do more. It can be truly said of our mother that she lived for otherssacrificing herself for them rather than her own pleasure and interest. With her, it was more blessed to give than to receive. Her life was full of hardships and suffering, but she bore it all with Christian fortitude and patience, being always bright and cheerful. She leaves behind, to mourn their loss, one daughter and one son, one stepdaughter (the writer) and three stepsons, a father, and three brothers.

Mamie L. Heath.

Gospel Advocate, January 4, 1917, page 16.

Heathcock, William Andrew

William Andrew Heathcock passed on January 7, 1936; he was born in Choctaw County, Ala., February 11, 1866; married to Miss Docie Lane, October 6, 1887. Fourteen children, seven girls and seven boys, were born, eleven of whom survive. Beside his devoted companion and eleven children, he leaves forty-six grandchildren, two brothers, and a host of relatives and friends. He obeyed the gospel thirty-two years ago, and has been a faithful preacher of the gospel during that time. He delivered his last message, sitting on his bed to quite a number of people, about one hour before the end came. He labored in Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia, and planted the cause in many places, leading many people to Christ. He was faithful to the truth in his preaching and living. The body was laid to rest in the family cemetery near State Line, Miss. The writer spoke words of comfort to the living.

J. F. Buffington., Yellow Pine, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, January 30, 1936, page 119.

Heckman, Sarah J.

Fell asleep in Jesus at one oclock A.M. July 5, 1887, one of the best, kindest and noblest of Christian women in this community. Sister Sarah J. Heckman was born in Jefferson county, Ohio, July 15, 1842, consequently she was nearly 45 years of age when the angels bore her pure spirit above to her eternal home. Her father, J. B. Story, moved with his family to Monroe county, Indiana, when Sarah was but a child.

She was married to Bro. H. Heckman June 19, 1865. They started out in life together with but little of this worlds goods. After a few years they moved to Louisville, Ky., and Bro. H. was in the employe of the L. & N. railroad company as a brakeman, and just as he was about to be promoted as conducter, he fell under the wheels when coupling the cars and one foot was crushed, requiring amputation of the leg just below the knee. It was then that the noble character of sister Heckman shone forth. With but small menas, two little girls and a crippled husband, many women would have despaired, but she was always cheerful and hopeful of better days.

She was religious from early youth, having joined the M. E. church. She lived a devoted member of that body until four years ago, (June 3, 1883) having learned the way of the Lord more perfectly, she made the Confession which is unto salvation and by my own hands was baptized into Christ, from convictions of dutyin obedience to her Saviors command.

Her death resulted from a fall, which injured her spine, and terminated in Cerebro Spinal Meningitis. She was beloved by all. Kind sisters and friends ministered to her every want during her illness. She leaves behind a dear husband, and two daughters, one of whom is a Christian sister and married, the other has neglected the great salvation, but we hope will soon be prepared to go to her mother should the Master call. She also leaves three brothers and three sisters widely separatedtwo in Indiana, two in Kansas, one in Illinois and one in Kentucky. But they sorrow not as those who have no hope.

In her departure from us, Bro. Heckman has lost his earthly counselor and true companion who trod with him the path of life for 22 years, the daughters a kind indulgent motherthe community a sympathizing, helpful friendthe church at Rich Pond, one of her brightest ornaments.

Blesed are the dead who die in the Lord, yea saith the Spirit they rest from their labors and their works follow them.

B. F. Rogers., Rich Pond, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, July 20, 1887, page 463.

Hedgcoth, Amanda McNeal

Amanda McNeal was born on September 1, 1866; was married, to Pleasant Hedgcoth, on February 9, 1889; and died, at her home, near Crossville, Tenn., on February 12, 1904. It is with deep grief that we part from her; but we hope that while it is our loss, it is her gain. She united with the church of Christ a the age of fourteen years and lived strong in the faith and hope of our blessed Master. Her isolation from a congregation deprived her of the privilege of church worship, which so much strengthens and encourages Gods children; but she loved Gods word and studied it, to the benefit of herself and family. She was zealous in training her children in the way they should go. While husband and children miss her godly influence and the many kindnesses which none but a loving wife and a thoughtful mother can so well bestow, they can join with other relatives and friends, who are indebted to her for her many kind words and charitable acts, in thanking God for the privilege of meeting her again, on the other shore. Brother George Farmer conducted the funeral services at the family burying ground. Let us not weep for her, but let her life and death be an inspiration to a higher and better life; let us look forward to that blessed reunion, when all who loved her and who trust in the blessed promises of God and live as he directs will join those gone before.

Minnie MNeal., Gang, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November 3, 1904, page 698.

Hedrick, James A.

Dr. James A. Hedrick, professor of accounting and former chairman of the department of business at Harding College, died December 6 in Sherman, Texas, where he had gone to attend funeral services for his brother, Bill Hedrick. The 58-year-old professor joined the Harding staff in 1952 and served as chairman of the department of business until last year when he resigned because of ill-health.

Dr. Hedrick was an elder at the College church of Christ and was Governor of the Ozark District of Civitans International. He held memberships in several professional organizations and was listed in several editions of Whos Who. He was a quiet, humble, efficient Christian man whose strength was in dignity, honor and integrity.

Survivors include his wife, Sarah Millsap Hedrick, a son, Mike Hedrick of Memphis; three daughters, Mrs. Ann (Mel) Jernigan of Arlington, Texas, and Mrs. Dianne (Jim) LaRue and Miss Ruth Hedrick of Searcy, Ark.

Services were conducted by Clifton L. Ganus and James Woodroof at the College church of Christ on December 8. The family has requested that memorial gifts be made to the building fund of the College church of Christ or to the business department of Harding College.

Stan Green.

Gospel Advocate, December 25, 1975, page 834.

Heffington, Olim P.

Olim P. Heffington was the second of four children born to Oliver P. and Lillie Heffington. He was born at Iron City, Tenn., May 17, 1910. He expired at Florence, Ala., on October 31, 1975.

He attended the public schools at Lawrenceburg and graduated from Memphis State University.

In 1930 he was married to Jessie Travillion of Lexington, Tenn., and to this union were born: Philip R. of Huntsville, Ala., and Mrs. T. N. (Sharon) McRay of Edmond, Okla. Following the death of his wife he was married to Louise Comer of Florence, Ala., in 1962. Other survivors include two brothers: Elam of Nashville, Tenn., and Delmer of Florence, Ala.

Brother Heffington taught in the Tennessee public schools for several years. During World War II he became Director of Naval Personnel. Subsequently, he was appointed a Director of the Federal Housing Administration which position he held until retirement in 1972.

Under the influence of godly parents and the preaching of C. E. Holt, he was baptized on July 28, 1923.

He was a deacon of the Lakeshore congregation in Shreveport. In this capacity he was responsible for coordinating efforts and raising funds for the Skelmersdale, England, congregation. He and his wife traveled extensively in the states promoting this effort. They made two trips to Skelmersdale and participated actively in a campaign there in 1974.

Nature combined some rare traits in the life of Brother Heffington. He was unselfish, enthusiastic, assertive and most resourceful. With child-like faith and indomitable courage, he was a power in the church.

Rarely do we find one who has the time, administrative ability, resources, energy and the will to promote the blessed cause. We are glad that he used his splendid talents so effectively for Gods glory.

Services were conducted at Shreveport on November 3 by the writer.

Truly a prince and great man is fallen this day in Israel.

Homer Putnam Reeves.

Gospel Advocate, December 18, 1975, page 822.

Hefley, Philip M.

Philip M. Hefley, the minister at the Berclair Church of Christ, died of liver disease April 24. He was 69 years old.

Hefley served congregations in Missouri, Tennessee, Florida, Alabama and Mississippi. He attended Freed-Hardeman University, Abilene Christian University, University of Memphis, University of Tennessee, and Harding Graduate School of Religion. He conducted radio programs, appeared on television, and authored articles and adult Bible study series.

Hefley is survived by his wife, Mary; four daughters, Jan Gavin, Susan Shepler, Pam Burleson and Pat Simmons; a son, Mike; two brothers, Bill and Max; and 11 grandchildren.

Memphis, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, July, 1998, page 45.

Heglund, Robert Quentin

Robert Quentin (Bob) Heglund Sr., 79, died Jan. 11.

Heglund had served as an elder at the Brownsville Road and Raleigh congregations, both in Memphis, Tenn. He was a deacon at the Goodlettsville Church of Christ in Goodlettsville, Tenn.

He was a retired U. S. Navy lieutenant commander.

He was preceded in death by a son, James, in 1996. He is survived by his wife, Roberta; one son, Robert Q. (Bob) Jr.; three daughters, Suzanne Polidor, Sandra Baugh and Pamela Pylkas; and 12 grandchildren.

Cross Plains, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1999, page 45.

Height, Callie

Died, on the 12th of August last, at her home on Demombreum St., West Nashville, Mrs. Callie Height, wife of Mr. H. B. Height, being 41 years of age. Sister Height obeyed the gospel while a school-girl at Franklin College about the year 1863. Soon afterward she united with the brethren at Bethel, Wilson county, then moved to Lebanon where she continued a faithful member for a long time. Some three years since, on making her home in Nashville, she attached herself to the Church St., congregation of which she was a devoted and honored member at the time of her death.

As a daughter, sister, wife, mother, friend and Christian she strove to do her full duty, and the impress of her fidelity is felt by all who came within the circle of her influence. She was an earnest and faithful student of the word of God and in looking into her Bible I saw the pages turned down and the thumb marks in many placesas for instance John xiv; and I John iii; which clearly indicates the trend of her mind and the high impulses of her life. She kept herself in constant and beautiful harmony with the will of God and lived Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation, continuing instant in prayer, distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. She was notably free from that common and glaring sin of speaking evil of persons. Paul commands us to speak evil of no man, and she rigidly obeyed him. One who was intimate with her in youth, when usually the tongue is not used to the bridle of moderation in speech, told me she never heard her say a word of harm of any one, and that she often gently reproved others, and sometimes, even her seniors, for so doing. Would that we all imitated and emulated her in this and in all her many virtues. She was indeed a true Christian woman. Her ornament was a meek and quiet Spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. 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. May her loved ones and friends, one and all, follow her as she followed the Christ and all meet in the Sweet by and by.

R. Lin Cave.

Gospel Advocate, January 19, 1887, page 47.

Hellums, Sarah Elizabeth

Sarah Elizabeth Rutherford was born on January 4, 1852, and passed into that blessed sleep, at her home at Charlie, Texas, on July 24, 1924. At the age of seventeen years she was united in marriage to William Hapward Hellums, and in their young days both were baptized into Christ. To this union were born fourteen children, ten of whom survive their mother. Her faith in the God she loved and worshiped never wavered, and her love for the church was a love of service. She not only knew what God has said in his revealed will, but she believed what he said, and enjoyed reading his word daily and singing praises to his name. She was devoted and true in all the relations of life, and has left to her children, all of whom are members of the church and who know the duties, privileges, and pleasures becoming to Christians, a Christian character that stands as a monument to the cause of Christ, and to her acquaintances a friend indeed. Mother was in a dying condition several months before death came as a relief. Though she dreaded the pangs of death, she looked forward to that home of many mansions, whose builder and maker is God, and where there will be no more sorrow and parting and where all tears shall be wiped away. Her body was consigned to the grave in the Pursley Cemetery beside that of her husband to await the judgment day.

Mrs. Frank Redwine.

Gospel Advocate, April 30, 1925, page 432.

Hellums, Sarah Elizabeth

My mother, Sarah Elizabeth Rutherford Hellums was born on January 4, 1852, and died on July 24, 1924, at Charlie, Texas, where she had resided only a short time. Her parents were George Rutherford and Lavenia Crum. Fifty-five years ago she was married to William Hellums at Hickory Flat, Miss., by W. A. Crum, who shortly afterwards baptized them into Christ. She is survived by one brother, five daughters, five sons, and twenty-five grandchildren. Her eldest son, O. S. Hellums, of Dawson, Texas, is a minister of the gospel. She read the Gospel Advocate over forty years. She took a keen interest in current events and daily searched and discussed the Scriptures. Only serious illness kept her from the Lords-day worship. Her life was one of toil and sacrifice for others; and this she did cheerfully, believing she would receive her reward hereafter. She was devoted and true in all the relations of life, and has left to her children, all of whom are members of the one body, a Christian character that stands as a monument to the cause of Christ. Having had heart trouble for years, her death was expected at any time. When I arrived from the far West to her bedside and gazed on her calm features in death, I thanked God for her life. Her remains were laid to rest at Pursley by our father. Funeral services were conducted by Brother Lee Pursley and Brother Vincent near by, in the church where she had worshiped for twenty years.

Hoppie Linville.

Gospel Advocate, June 18, 1925, page 592.

Helm, Bettie

Mrs. Bettie Helm (formerly Miss Bettie Dillehay) died at her home near Comer, Ky., on January 11, 1918. She was born on August 19, 1861, and was fifty-six years of age. She obeyed the gospel in early days and lived a faithful, Christian life. She was married to Robert Helm on May 12, 1895. She was a faithful and loving wife, kind and attentive to the sick, and her kind advice was always thrown around those who stood in need of it. She had a sunny, cheerful disposition, and endured her affliction with much patience. Although no little ones blessed her home, she possessed the ability to fill womans God-given mission, and never failed to instill into young and tender minds of any she came in contact with good morals and true principles. She leaves a husband and many friends and relatives to mourn her death.

Lillie Fireline.

Gospel Advocate, February 21, 1918, page 186.

Henly, Bettie

Sister Bettie Henly was born July 1, 1877, and died June 25, 1897. She obeyed the gospel in October, 1895, while Brother T. W. Brents was holding a meeting at Pelham, Grundy County, Tenn. She made the confession at the church, and wanted to be baptized that evening. She was thought to be the only one, but her older sister and a young man came and made the confession, and all were baptized that evening. Brother Granville Lipscomb was holding a meeting at the same place in 1896, when her father and a younger sister obeyed the gospel. During the meeting just closed, her good mother united with the church, and the youngest daughter came into the fold by primary obedience; so all of the family have followed Sister Betties good example. She was always prompt to meet with the brethren when able. She was well versed in the Scriptures. Her reading was the kind to build up a pure character; she lived and practiced what she professed. Hence, father, mother, and sisters, take courage, knowing that those who die in the Lord will rest from their labors, and their works do follow them.

W. Ramsey.

Gospel Advocate, December 2, 1897, page 766.

Maiden, Lewis

Lewis Maiden Smith, a retired Lipscomb University professor, died Nov. 11, 1995, at 79.

He is survived by a sister, Nelle Beasley of Natchez, Miss.; and 11 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leota Driver, and seven brothers and sisters.

Memorial gifts may be sent to the Lewis and Leota Maiden Scholarship Fund at Lipscomb University.

Nashville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February, 1996, page 45.

Poucher, J. Wayne

J. Wayne Poucher died Nov. 10.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Henderson Poucher, and is survived by a daughter, Nancy Shamp of Vermont; a son, Jim Poucher of Florida; and eight grandchildren.

Buchanan, Va.

Gospel Advocate, January, 2006, page 41.

McDoniel, Glen

Glen McDoniel, 75, died Aug. 2.

McDoniel was a 1952 graduate of Lipscomb University. He began preaching in 1949, serving congregations in Cambridge, Ohio; Piggott and Jonesboro, Ark.; Macon, Ga.; Houston, Texas; Columbus, Miss.; and Cookeville. At the time of his death, he was the associate minister and en elder at the Jefferson Avenue Church of Christ in Cookeville, where he preached from 1977-1998.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marian Milhoan McDoniel; a son, Robert Bob McDoniel of Harrisburg, Ark.; two daughters, Lynn Lane of Cookeville and Nancy Mansfield of Nashville; a brother, Jim McDoniel of Hurst, Texas; a sister, Jan Graig of Nashville; and 10 grandchildren.

Interment was Aug. 5 at Crest Lawn Cemetery.

Cookeville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2006, page 41.

McGehee, Frank S.

Frank S. McGehee, 77, died July 12.

McGehee received a bachelors degree in economics from the University of Alabama in 1950 and went on to found Mac Papers. He was also a founding member and deacon of San Jose Church of Christ in Jacksonville; former chairman of the Bolles School; and past president of the Georgia Christian School and Home in Valdosta, Ga. He and his brother launched the non-profit Christian Television of Jacksonville.

McGehee is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ann McGehee; two sons, F. Sutton McGehee Jr. and David S. McGehee, both of Jacksonville; a daughter, Ann Riley, of Jacksonville; two sisters, Ellen Cavert and Berrylin Houston, both of Jacksonville; and seven grandchildren.

Interment was July 15 at Oaklawn Cemetery.

Jacksonville, FLA.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2006, page 41.

Dedmon, George A.

George A. Dedmon, 88, died June 28.

Dedmon, a World War II Navy veteran, was a member of the Main Street Church of Christ in Milan, where he had formerly served as an elder and a Sunday School teacher. He was also the retired owner and operator of Milan Box Corp., his familys business.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jo Doris Claybrook Dedmon, and his brother, James Dedmon. He is survived by his two sons, Franklin Dedmon of Milan, Tenn., and John Dedmon of Nashville; two daughters, Barbara Buford of Medina, Tenn., and Debbie Page of Greenfield, Tenn.; a sister, Martha Wilson of Milan; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Interment was June 30 at White Rose Cemetery.

Milan, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2006, page 41.

Wallingford, George Walter

George Walter Walt Wallingford, 59, died Aug. 18.

Originally from Olathe, Kan., Wallingford received his bachelors and doctoral degrees from Kansas State University. He was a member and elder at the Fishinger and Kenny Roads Church of Christ in Columbus. He was also on the Presidents Council of Harding University and a former member of the board of trustees of Wellington School and a former board member for Directions for Youth.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earle G. Wallingford II and Claire L. Wallingford. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Linda R. Wallingford; his children, David, Jane, Cynthia and James Wallingford; and his brothers, Thomas, Earle and Steven Wallingford.

Interment was Aug. 23 at Union Cemetery.

Columbus, Ohio.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2006, page 41.

Parker, Oletta Barksdale

Oleta Barksdale Parker, 87, died July 18.

Mrs. Parker was an elementary teacher for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd O. Parker. She is survived by five children, John David Parker of Alexander City, Ala., Elaine Tarence of Equality, Ala., Floyd O. Parker Jr., Joy Greer, and Barbara Turner, all of Montgomery; one brother, Ted W. Barksdale of Largo, Fla.; 15 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren.

Interment was July 20 at Greenwood Cemetery.

Montgomery, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2006, page 41.

Fulks, Logan Gerald, Sr.

Logan Gerald Gary Fulks Sr., died Sept. 5.

Fulks was a retired Navy captain and a retired professor of business at Lipscomb University. He was an elder at the Bellevue Church of Christ and sponsor of the Gamma Xi social club.

Fulks is survived by his wife, Janet Michael Fulks; his sons, Logan Gerald Fulks Jr. and Michael Warren Fulks; his brothers, Lee Fulks, John Fulks and Fred Fulks; his sister, Mary Harris; and six grandchildren.

Interment as Sept. 8 at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery.

Franklin, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2006, page 41.

Johnston, David Owen

David Owen Johnston, 76, died Sept. 1.

Johnston was a member of Kappa Phi Kappa Honor Society and taught at Franklin Junior High School, Franklin High School, and Lipscomb University. He was inducted as a Lipscomb Legend in 2003. He also served as a deacon and elder at Hillsboro Church of Christ.

Johnston was preceded in death by his wife, Mamie Ruth Lunn Johnston. He is survived by his children, Kathy Grimenstein, Susan Henry, Buddy Johnston, and Beth Feenstra; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Interment was Sept. 4 at Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Franklin, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2006, page 41.

Hall, Daniel Floyd

Daniel Floyd Hall died Jan. 23.

Hall was a quiet, compassionate man and a faithful servant of God who served as an elder for the Walnut Street Church of Christ for more than 20 years. He spent his entire career working for the U.S. Corps of Engineers after graduating from Vanderbilt University.

Hall is surived by his wife of 43 years, Emma Wyburn Hall; a son, Alan Hall; a daughter, Carol Ragan; a sister, Ann Weems; and four grandchildren. Burial was at the Dickson Union Cemetery.

Dickson, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June, 2006, page 41.