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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Ijams, Jane
Sister Jane Ijams was called from this life on the 9th of August, 1878, at the residence of her grandfather, Squire Ijams, eight miles from Florence, Ala., after a painful sickness with congestion.  Sister Jennie was in her eighteenth year, had united with the church of Christ when young, and lived in the faith of Jesus.  She was conscious when death came, and she begged her friends to live aright and meet her in heaven.  She told her mother not to grieve, and that she regretted leaving her, for they were greatly attached to each other.  Sister Jennie leaves a mother, brother and sister to mourn her, her father having died when she was quite young.  She also leaves an uncle and aunt both deaf and dumb, who were very fond of her, and many friends who miss her greatly.
A Sister.
Gospel Advocate, November 14, 1878, page 713.

Inman, M. M.
   Sister M. M. Inman was born on September 21, 1872.  She obeyed the gospel in the year 1897, at the Chestnut Grove Church: was married to W. J. Inman on September 26, 1897; and fell asleep in Jesus on December 21, 1898.  Her remains were laid to rest in the Chestnut Grove Graveyard on December 22.  She leaves a husband, a little infant daughter, and a host of friends and relatives to mourn their loss; but we feel that our loss is her eternal gain.  She bore her sufferings with patience, and a few days before her noble spirit took its flight she said to her husband: "Willie, I will soon be cold in death, but my spirit will be with Jesus."  Her heart and hands were always ready to assist those in distress.   I would say to her dear husband and friends: Sorrow not as those that have no hope; but let us all live, day by day, so that we may one day meet again beyond the toils of this life. 
J. S. Inman., Theodore, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, January12, 1899, page 32.

Irvine, Z. M.
   Died, on august 27, 1899, Z. M. Irvine, of Hollow Springs, Tenn., in the seventy-second year of his life.  Brother Irvine was born in North Carolina.  His father having died when he was a mere boy, he continued to live with his mother, brothers, and sisters in North Carolina until he was a young man, when he, with his mother's family and others, emigrated to Tennessee, taking up their abode in Rutherford County.  Afterwards, about the time of the Civil War, he married a Miss Carrack and settled in Cannon County, where he resided until the time of his death.  Brother Irvine was a man of a very strong and determined character; so when he was convinced that it was his duty to obey the gospel and be baptized into the body of Christ, he did not hesitate to comply, and he ever lived a consistent Christian life since that time.  He was baptized by Brother Hoover, of Bellbuckle, about four or five years ago.  He leaves a wife and two children to mourn their loss.
S.E., Hollow Springs, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, September 28, 1899, page 618.

Irvin, J. Milton 
   J. Milton Irvin, a member of the Lavergne Church of Christ, died Feb. 9 at age 79.
   Irvin lived much of his life in the Middle Tennessee area, growing up in Rutherford County and graduating from Lipscomb University, University of Tennessee, Harding Graduate School and LaSalle University.
   Irvin was a preacher for 48 years, as well as a professional marriage and family counselor. He served several churches not only in Middle Tennessee, but also in Alabama and Florida.
   Irvin was, at one time, president of the Middle Tennessee Christian School in Murfreesboro, Tenn., and he also taught at the Great Commission School in Nashville.
   His first wife, Archie Lee Brown, preceded him in death in 1998.
   Irvin is survived by his wife, Jean Grimsley Reed Irvin; his daughter, Sherrye Perry of Asheville, N. C.; two step-daughters, Beverly Bynum of Grayson, Ga., and Carol Fonville of Phenix City, Ala.; his sister, Joy Johns, of Smyrna, Tenn., and one grandchild.
Smyrna, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, April, 2001, page 45.

Ice, James L.
   James L. Ice died at his home, in Barrackville, W. Va., on December 31, 1901; aged thirty-five years, seven months, and twenty-six days.  The cause of his death was consumption.  He began to complain about two months before his death, and grew rapidly worse until death relieved him.  He was married to Miss Minnie Miller on April 8, 1894.  Four children were born to them, two of whom preceded him to the spirit land.  He was baptized by Elder J. C. Holloway about twelve years ago, and lived a consistent Christian life up to the time of his death.  He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Ice, and leaves to mourn his death a devoted wife, two children, father, mother, five brothers, and two sisters.  He was widely known and respected.  Everybody seemed to be his friend, and though it is hard to part with him, yet we sorrow not as those who have no hope; for if we keep the commandments of Christ, we shall meet our loved one on the bright, golden shore, where there is no sickness, pain, or death, neither sorrow nor weeping; for God shall wipe all tears from our eyes. Funeral services were held at the Christian Church by Elders J. M. Rice and Ira C. Moore, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Christian Cemetery to await the resurrection morn.
J. Frank Ice.
Gospel Advocate, February 6, 1902, page 90.

Ice, Laura Edna
   Laura Edna Ice, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William B. Ice, died at the home of her parents, in Barrackville, W. Va., on the morning of December 16, 1901; aged sixteen years, nine months, and twenty-six days.  On December 7 she was baptized into the church of Christ by Elder J. M. Rice.  Some time in June, last, Edna began to decline in health; it was at first thought that she had an attack of la grippe, but in a short time the physicians recognized the disease as consumption.  Everything possible was done for her, but she grew rapidly worse until death relieved her of her sufferings.   When, in response to her inquiry, her father told her that she was beyond all earthly help, she said: "It is all right; I regret to have to leave you all, but I have a hope beyond this life." She then called all the family around her and told them good-by, saying, also, to her father: "Papa, I want you to go with me to the edge of the water of the dark river of death; that is as far as you can go, but Jesus will be there to take me safely across."  She then repeated the first stanza of that beautiful hymn, "On Jordan's Stormy Banks I Stand;" and after resting a moment, she sung it.  These were her last words; in a few moments she passed away as peacefully as a little child falls asleep.  Edna was a great favorite, and will be sadly missed by her family and friends.  Elder James S. Bell, of New York, conducted the funeral services, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Christian Cemetery.  The sorrowing parents and relatives have the sympathy of the community in their sore bereavement.
J. Frank Ice.
Gospel Advocate, February 20, 1902, page 126.
Inman, Paul L.
   Paul L. Inman was born on October 16, 1902, and died on November 11, 1922.  He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother S. M. Spears, and was baptized on June 30, 1920, at Morrow's Valley.  Paul was afflicted all his life, so much that his body did not grow and develop into a strong young man; but while bearing this affliction patiently, he was cheerful.  He had a very bright mind and a gift of remembering the good things of the gospel of Christ, and would write and talk of them to others, and was a faithful Christian until he went to rest.  "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."
H. N. Mann.
Gospel Advocate, January 4, 1923, page 20.

Illing, Maria

Maria Illing, 95, died Sept. 24, 2005.

As a direct descendant of Martin Luther and daughter of a Lutheran pastor, Maria Illing left many traditions in order to uphold her respect for Gods Word. She was a faithful disciple of Christ, and took part in churches of Christ retreats in Germany as well as serving teachers and students at the Heidelberg Bible School.

She is survived by her daughter, Barbara.

Grafrath, Germany.

Gospel Advocate, May, 2006, page 41.

Ijams, Joe Hartley

Joe Hartley Ijams, physician and co-founder of Frayser Clinic in Memphis, died Nov. 22, 1995.

Ijams is survived by his wife, Olivia, a daughter, Rebecca, and two sons, David and Keith, and four grandchildren, all of Memphis; two sisters, Elva Pearson of Nashville, Tenn., and Reba Marks of Atlanta.

Ijams was an elder at Floyd Avenue Church of Christ in Memphis. Memorials may be sent to the congregation, now in a new location. The congregation is now Forest View Church of Christ, 5425 North Watkins, Memphis, TN 38127-1917.

Memphis Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February, 1996, page 45.

Ingle, Ronald

Ronald Ingle, 46, died Jan. 9 in University Hospital, Birmingham, Ala., after undergoing surgery in an attempt to repair a torn aorta. Ron had undergone a third heart transplant Nov. 17, 1986, and was troubled by a persistent infection, which ultimately damaged the aorta and lead to his death.

Funeral services were Jan. 11 at the Kilgore-Green Funeral Home in Jasper, Ala. Burial was in the Walker Memory Gardens. Lonnie Ingram of the East Walker Church of Christ and Bob Tackett from the Cordova Church of Christ conducted the funeral.

Ron was married to the former Janet Black of Cordova and the father of one daughter, Lila, age 6. He is also survived by his mother and two sisters.

Ron had worked as a school teacher in Walker County, Ala., an insurance representative in this area, with the Federal Bank in Birmingham, and had served as the minister of the Union Hill congregation in Hanceville just prior to his illness.

At the time of his death, he was serving as a deacon in the Cordova Church of Christ and had been active in the teaching program of the church. He taught the teen-agers during Vacation Bible School last summer and set new attendance records every day.

Rons struggle with his heart condition caused him to lean always upon his Lord. The faith of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in Daniel 3 was echoed in Rons daily life. His God could save him from the heart condition, but whether he did or not, Ron was faithful to serve him.

Bob Tackett., Cordova Church of Christ, P. O. Box 60, Cordova, AL 35550.

Gospel Advocate, February 5, 1987, page 92.

Ingram, Bessie Furlong

Bessie Furlong Ingram, 95, of Montgomery, Ala., died Dec. 27, 1987. Funeral services were conducted by Claude Flynn Dec. 28. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery in Montgomery.

She was preceded in death by her husband, V. B. (Foots) Ingram Sr. She is survived by four children: Norene Brock of Norcross, Ga.; Van B. Ingram of Huntsville, Ala.; Glynn E. Ingram of Nashville, Tenn.; and Virginia Guthrie of Trussville, Ala. She had 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, January, 1988, page 52.

Inman, Clifton

Clifton Inman, 74, one of the founding fathers of Ohio Valley College, died of a stroke Oct. 6 in Fairmont, W. Va. At the time of his death, he was minister for the Norway Church of Christ, where he had served since his retirement from OVC in 1986 as associate professor in Bible.

Inman was on the committee that planned the first Ohio Valley Lectureship in 1944, directed the first OVC lectureship in 1959 and served as a minister for churches in Texas, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and West Virginia. Originally from Denton, Texas, Inman was a graduate of Abilene Christian University.

He is survived by his wife, Pauline Watts; six children, Sonya Hescht, Bremen, Ohio; Roger, Williamstown, W. Va.; Michael and Stanley, Parkersburg; Paul, Mineral Wells, W. Va.; and Cynthia DiLucia, Conegliano, Italy; one brother, George, Denton, Texas; two sisters, Winnie Ann Arant of Greenville, Texas, and Ethel Frady of Eurica Springs, Ark.; 17 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Charles Aebie conducted the funeral service Oct. 9 at the Camden Avenue Church of Christ in Parkersburg.

Gospel Advocate, October, 1990, page 55.

Inman, James

Brother James Inman was born on May 2, 1878, and died on February 3, 1898, at the home of J. S. Inman, Perry County, Tenn. He was buried at the Hufstedler Graveyard. He leaves a wife and one child, an aged mother, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. The deceased was born in Williamson County, Tenn., where he lived until he was about ten years old; then his brother, W. T. Inman, moved to Missouri, where he lived till a short time before his death, when he came to this county to seek health; but it was too late, for consumption had gotten a strong hold on him. He bore his suffering with patience. He had not heard the gospel preached until he came here, and it was his desire to hear it. So Brother Willie Sisco was sent for, and he came at night and preached, and Brother Inman confessed Christ and was baptized the same hour of the night. The day before he died he told his mother that he was going to die, and that he was satisfied that he was going to rest. Kind hands did all in their power for him, but we had to give him up. All we can say is: Weep not as one that has no hope, for we believe that our loss is his eternal gain, and that he will go to that good home, where sickness and death are unknown and where there are no more sad good-bys.

W. J. Inman., Theodore, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, January 19, 1899, page 44.

Irvin, Thomas B.

Thomas B. Irvin, an elder for many years, died Oct. 14, 1995. He was an active member of the Waterview Church of Christ, Richardson, Texas, until his health failed.

He retired from the Santa Fe Railroad after 46 years of service. In his youth, Irvin was a member of the New Mexico National Guard. During World War II, he played an active role in directing the transportation of troops.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Genevieve; a son, Donald; a daughter, Jeanne Booth; two brothers, Harold and Glenn; and four grandchildren.

Dallas.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1996, page 45.

Irvin, Troy C.

Troy C. Irvin of Birmingham, Ala., died April 19 at the citys Veterans Hospital. Services were conducted by David Claypool and Steve Patton at Elmwood Chapel, and burial was in Elmwood Cemetery.

A native of Gattman, Miss., he spent most of his life in Alabama. After World War II, Irvin took an active role in establishing three congregations in Birmingham, serving each as deacon, treasurer or Bible school teacher.

He is survived by his wife, Agnes; one brother and two nephews.

Gospel Advocate, July, 1988, page 58.

Isaacs, Thomas Alexander

Thomas Alexander Isaacs died Feb. 17. He preached for congregations in North Carolina, South Carolina, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia and Texas and led mission trips to Spain.

Isaacs attended Florida Christian College and Abilene Christian University.

Survivors include Isaacs wife of 47 years, Helen of Winston-Salem; a son, Timothy of Richardson, Texas; a daughter, Tamela G. McKinnon of Norphlet, Ark.; two sisters, Peggy Essick of Winston-Salem and Ruth Gray Braden of Hamilton, Texas; and two grandchildren.

Winston-Salem, N. C.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1996, page 45.

Isbell, Fay Inez (Williams)

Mrs. Fay Inez (Williams) Isbell was born December 31, 1904; departed this life April 17, 1937. Sister Isbell was married to Yerb H. Isbell, October, 1922, to which union were born three children; Pauline, Ethel Ruth, and Merlene. They lost Merlene in death at the early age of nine months. Brother and Sister Isbell and children lived north of Springtown, Texas, and worshiped with the Cottondale congregation, eight miles north of Springtown. As far as I know and am able to learn, they were faithful Christians, which, of course, is the blessed memory that lingers in the minds and hearts of survivors. She is survived by her husband and two daughters, three sisters, one brother, and her parents. The writer tried to speak words of comfort and consolation to the great number of friends and loved ones who had assembled to mourn her passing.

Choice L. Bryant., Jacksboro, Texas.

Gospel Advocate May 20, 1937, page 479.

Isenberg, Harvey J.

Isenberg, William Jasper

Isenberg, Herbert

Isenberg, Harvey

Within three months the Isenberg family has been visited four times by the angel of death. The first to be taken was Harvey J. Isenberg, aged twenty years, lacking seven days. He was born on January 17, 1889, and died on January 10, 1909. He was baptized by the writer in March, 1906. He lived a consistent life in his Christian profession, and left an example worthy of emulation by other young men. The second was William Jasper Isenberg, who died on February 4, 1909. He was thirty-three years old. He obeyed the gospel in youth, and he showed by his walk in life that he loved the cause of our Savior. He was married to Miss Emily Turner in 1895. To them were born four boys, two of which (twins) preceded him to the home of the blessed. He leaves a wife and two little boys. May the good Lord protect and shield them and give Sister Isenberg strength and courage to train them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Brother Jasper was an uncle of the first. The third, who died on February 28, 1909, was Herbert Isenberg, a brother to the first and a nephew of Brother Jasper Isenberg. Herbert was born on August 31, 1885. He was baptized by the writer in March, 1906. He was married to Miss Buena Proffitt in August, 1906. He was true to the cause of Christ. He never faltered in dutys demands. The church of Christ at Freewill, Emberton, Ky., will miss him; the neighbors will miss him; and, most of all, his wife will miss him, too. He was a true, a loving and kind husband. How sad it is to lose our loved ones! But to those prepared to go, our loss is their eternal gain, and we sorrow not as those who have not the hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. (1 Thess. 4:14.) The fourth was Uncle Harvey Isenberg, who died on March 23, 1909, aged seventy-three years. He was the father of Brother Jasper Isenberg and grandfather of Herbert and Harvey. Uncle Harvey obeyed the gospel in his youth, and through life he maintained a Christian character. He was a brother of my mother, and my mother is the only one of a family of eleven children now living. Uncle Harvey was united in matrimony with Miss Sarah Mitchell in 1856. There were born to them six childrenfour boys and two girls. An infant son and a married daughter (Sister Melvina Oliver), also Brother Jasper Isenberg (mentioned in this article), preceded him to the promised land. We will all miss Uncle Harvey, but we hope to meet him in the sweet by and by, where sad parting will be no more.

N. W. Proffitt.

Gospel Advocate, April 22, 1909, page 503.

Iverson, A. E. (Brooks)

Sister A. E. Iverson (nee Brooks) died at her home, at Lofty, Ala., on Sunday, June 19, 1904. She was baptized, by Brother A. S. Reynolds, about twelve years ago, and has been faithful to meet with the disciples in their Lords-day worship. She contributed of her means to support the cause and always tried to get the members to meet on Lords day and to discharge their duty otherwise. We believe she has entered into that rest that God has prepared for his faithful children. Sister Iverson loved the Gospel Advocate next to the Bible. She had been a regular subscriber, I think, ever since she obeyed the gospel. We will miss her very much, but we believe our loss is her gain. We can imitate her good example and be faithful unto death. She leaves three children (one daughter and two sons) and several grandchildren to mourn her death. Her husband, Dr. Roft Iverson, preceded her across the dark river of death about nine years. May God bless her children and help them to understand their duty and to do it while it is day, for life is short. I officiated at the burial of Sister Iverson, after which we laid her away in Pine Hill Cemetery to await the coming of the Lord.

John Ragsdale.

Gospel Advocate, July 21, 1904, page 458.

Ives, Columbia Ellen Sciscoe

Columbia Ellen Sciscoe was born in Nashville, Ind., August 26, 1862, to Lewis W. and Connie Sciscoe. At the time of her passing there were living a sister and a brother: Nancy Wantland, of Bloomington, Ind., and Willard Sciscoe, of Lorain, Ohio. In November, 1880, she became the wife of Albert M. Breedlove, with whom she lived until his departure, March 4, 1928. To this union were born six children, three of whom are still living in Washington: Mrs. Estella Lancaster and Elmer R. Breedlove, of Seattle, and Wester A. Breedlove, of Algona. She lived to see her third generation, being the grandmother of eight and the great-grandmother of four. In 1889 she and her husband were both baptized into Christ, from which time forward she remained a constantly active, intelligent, zealous, and aggressive Christian worker. Wherever known she was respected and loved by both the young and the aged. On October 21, 1929, she became the wife of Ralph W. Ives, a minister of the gospel in the state of Washington. Not long after their marriage they moved to Tukwila, Wash., their home until her passing, May 31, 1941. Throughout her long life she exhibited for her children a deep and unwavering affection. Brother Ives enjoyed her full and constant love and devotion. She accompanied him to his appointments, listened attentively to his sermons, and was unfailing in her encouragement and praise of his efforts in the preaching of the gospel. She was cheerful, industrious, and untiring in the care of her home.

J. W. Maddox., Seattle, Wash.

Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1941, page 623.

Ives, Louella Sumwalt

Louella Sumwalt was born on April 17, 1864. While she was only a little girl her mother died, and not long afterwards her father also died, and she and her four brothers were left orphans to battle with the world. She early came to a realization of her responsibility, and at the beginning of her useful life, while still a young girl, she was baptized into Christ, and followed him closely until the end. At the age of thirty-two she became the wife of Ralph W. Ives, whose life for thirty-one years she constantly encouraged and strengthened, and it was through her encouragement and influence that Brother Ives, under trying circumstances and difficulties, shunned not to preach the gospel of Christ. To this union there were born two boys, only one of which, Jesse, remains to mourn wither husband and her four brothers. She was an exceptionally good wife and loving mother. She took great interest in the development and the training of her home. She was quiet, retiring, and exclusively modest, a disposition which caused her to gain friends slowly, but which made for her the best friends, whose love and respect she forever retained. She was not demonstrative in her affection, but loved intensely, and considered no sacrifice too great for those she loved. She went to sleep in Jesus, March 19, 1928. In the last months of her life her suffering was intense, but her faith in Christ did not waver, and she passed over deaths river in the triumph of a Christian faith.

J. W. Maddox.

Gospel Advocate, May 17, 1928, page 479.

Ivey, Charles P.

Charles P. Ivey was born August 19, 1906, near Thurber, Texas. He was married to Jessie E. Rushing, July 6, 1929. To this union were born two sons, Richard and Robert. This union was severed by death October 7, 1949, at St. Anns Hospital, Abilene, Texas. Brother Ivey obeyed the gospel in the fall of 1930, and two years ago attained the work of an elder of the Northside Church of Christ in Abilene, which trust and responsibility he fulfilled wisely. In many respects he was the most remarkable character that I have ever known. A lengthy illness and excruciating pain never once broke his patience, faith nor love in his Savior; rather, it abounded the more. The host of friends, the church, and hospital staff were all greatly influenced and made to marvel over his attitude and spirit during his illness. I can truthfully say I never saw greater faith manifested. Funeral services were conducted by Paul Southern and this writer from the auditorium of the Northside congregation. Approximately seven hundred friends gathered to pay their respects. They made up one of the largest funeral processions ever to go through Abilene. The services were in keeping with Brother Iveys own request. He was a great believer in teamwork; thus all friends gathered at the graveside were asked to unite in singing, There Is a Land That Is Fairer Than Day. We have suffered a great loss, but one of Gods dear ones has been called home. Northside will continue to be benefited by his work and life with us. Survivors included his good wife, a noble Christian of great faith; two sons, Richard and Robert; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. F. Ivey of Thurber; three sisters, Mrs. Ross Pollard and Mrs. Everett Gibson of Plains and Mrs. Ernest Pierce of Corpus Christi; and one brother, Andrew Ivey of Port Arthur.

L. Arnold Watson.

Gospel Advocate, October 27, 1949, page 687.

Ivey, Earl

On December 18, 1964, Earl Ivey came to the end of a very fruitful life in the Lords vineyard. His death was caused by a heart attack, suffered on December 6 following his morning sermon at Friendship (a church located about twelve miles north of Huntsville.) Brother Ivey had spent most of his fifty-eight years serving God. It was not until rather late in life that he began to preach the gospel, but he was most successful. He never preached regularly for but one church, but nine years with this rural congregation changed them from one of the weakest churches in the county to one of the strongest. Brother Iveys success can be attributed to his faithful life, his effective personal work and to his marvelous ability to exhort the brethren. His presence will be missed by his good wife and their four sons, also by the Friendship congregation, but his influence is sure to be felt for years to come. Charles Marshall and I conducted the funeral service on December 20 at Friendship and his body was laid to rest at Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville, Alabama.

Tommy Rosenblum.

Gospel Advocate, April 8, 1965, page 222.

Ivie, Martha A. Montgomery

Martha A. Montgomery was born on February 17, 1832, and died on August 7, 1910. In December, 1849, she was married to Brother L. A. Ivie. To this union were born seven children, only three of whom survive her. She learned and obeyed the truth about twenty years ago, and since that time she has lived, so far as we know, a consistent, Christian life. Her people are all well respected and looked upon as people of honor. She will be missed it is true; but we have every reason to believe that our loss is heavens gain. We say to the bereaved ones: Weep not as for those who have no hope. Let us all live so that when death comes we will be prepared to go.

F. O. Howell., Martin, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1910 page 1002.

Ivie, Phoebe E.

This is a time of sadness to me. The death angel came to our home and claimed my wife, Phoebe E. Ivie, on the morning of July 9, 1910. I pray that the good Lord may grant that I may live to see my children come to manhood and womanhood, and that I may be strong in the Lord, and that he may lead me and them in the right way, and that all may become members of the one body. My wife loved the Gospel Advocate and enjoyed reading it so much, and would often say it was the best of its kind. She told us some time ago she was not going to live long, but that she was ready. Just a few moments before she passed away she called us all around her bed and said she was going away, but that we would meet again some day, and for us not to be sorry.

J. R. Ivie., Elmer, Okla.

Gospel Advocate, August 11, 1910, page 930.

Ingram, Dosha H.

Sister Dosha H. Ingram, the consort of C. G. Ingram, and the daughter of W. G. and Jemima Prichard, was born in Middle Tennessee the 2ndday of April, 1843. She departed this life on the 17th of April, 1886. She was just in the prime of life. She always bore her afflictions with a great deal of Christian fortitude. But alas! that form that so long gave comfort to her husband and children has at last been laid in the cold, cold ground. We only bid her farewell for a short time to meet again where there will be no more parting and shedding of bitter tears. Sister Ingram united with the church at Thyatira in the year 1859, and was baptized by Bro. James Holms. She was a member of Antioch church when she died. She was a good and faithful wife, one of the best of mothers and a kind neighbor. She leaves a devoted husband and seven children to mourn her loss. But she sleeps in Jesus. She is only gone to that home prepared for all the faithful in Christ.

W. N. McCain., Coldwater, Miss.

Gospel Advocate, May 12, 1886, page 296.