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Marshall, Mary Barksdale Marshall, Rachel Martin, Amelia Matthews, James E. Sister Bethany Raiford Maxwell, born near the famous Raiford bridge, Wayne county, North Carolina, September 5th, 1800, died in Springfield, Missouri, June 27, 1889. Her father was baptized by Barton W. Stone. His home was near Nashville, Tenn., in 1805 and near Murfreesboro in 1806, where the subject of this sketch received her education in the little log school-house, and a thorough training at the loom and spinning-wheel at home. Even in her eighty-seventh year she made from the raw material (wool) beautiful, ornamental fabrics which remain as monuments of her industry and skill. August 25, 1825 she was married to W. H. Maxwell. After residing at Nashville, Jackson and Summerville the family of five children removed to Pontotoc, Miss., where she and her oldest daughter (Jennette) were baptized by Haywood Cozort, in 1837. While her son (W. D. G. Maxwell) was at Kentucky University she made her home with Bro. Crutcher, Grassy Springs, Ky., and since 1870 she has been with him in Green county, Mo. Possessed of great strength of body and mind and having been a devout student of the Bible all her days, she was one of the most robust believers I have ever met. She kept posted in the work of the church, and loved to talk of the work of the pioneers. She would ask of this and that preacher of whom she read, and on one occasion thinking over the names she said, "Where is Bro. Isaac Errett?" "He has gone to the eternal home." "Well, then," she said, "talk to me of heaven." She called for hymns and prayer, and the precious promises, all of which we felt were hers. She had completed the circle of life, and had become again the household pet, and went to sleep in Jesus in the beautiful faith of a little child. O. A. C. Gospel Advocate, July 17, 1889, page 463. May, T. J. Mays, Amanda P. McClellan, Margaret Y. McClesh, Jane McCorkle, Martha A. G. McCorkle, W. L. A. McDonald, Crockett McHenry, John McLanahan, Mary E. Merchent, Telitha J. Metcalfe, Charles W. Milburn, Hannah E. Miller, Cassey Miller, Nannie Solomon Mills, James A. Mobbs, Francis Moodey, John M. Moody, Emeline Moore, Ellen Moore, Ephraim D. Moore, John Moore, Lucinda Caroline Moore,T. M. L. Moore, Wm. B. Morgan, Mary E. The race of another good man is run. The battles of another faithful soldier are fought And in the name of Christ another victory has been won. Bro. S. T. Morrow, of Nebo Ky., breathed his last Sept. 5, 1889, aged fifty-nine years. He had been afflicted all his life, but ended his affliction without a murmur. A more honest man perhaps never walked the earth. Conscientious in all things, everybody had the utmost confidence in him, everybody would have trusted their last dollar to his keeping. His religious life was very beautiful, humble, pure, devoted, prayerful, every day he adorned the doctrine of God in all things. For many years he has been an elder of the church, the duties of which office he faithfully performed. Not only was he a faithful student of the Bible but a constant reader of religious literature. The Gospel Advocate was his favorite paper. The large gathering of people at his burial and the tears that were shed around his grave was a strong manifestation of their esteem for him. In his removal the church has lost a faithful servant, the community one of her best citizens, the wife, a devoted husband, the son and daughter, the only surviving children, (both of whom are faithful Christians), a loving and affectionate father. But blessed be the name of God, they grieve not as those that have no hope. J. F. Story. Gospel Advocate, November 6, 1889, page 718. Morton, Martha Mosely, A. Mount, W. T. Mullins, Colman Murphy, Eliza Myres, Elmyra Myres, G. R. Macon, Eldyess Cox Martin, Emily G. Marvin, Albert Matlow, Clara Reagor Mayes, Hannah M. Mays, Leona E. Eby McBroom, Bettie Sullivan McGauhey, Addie McGee, Mrs. James McGee, Jane McKee, Delta McKee, Mary Emma McKinney, Dovie McNatt, William S. Milam, Mrs. J. H. Miller, Mary Miller, Moses Brother Moses Miller was born in Clinton County, Ky., on May 10, 1843, and died at Fort Worth, Texas, on March 2, 1902. Brother Miller was born into the family of God about thirty years ago. For some time after he became a Christian he gave too much time to the making of money, but it can be truly said of him that for many years he lived a faithful, Christian life. For many years he was a comsumptive, and left his home in Livingston, Ky., in November, 1900, and located at Tolbert, Texas, in the hope that the change would be beneficial; but his health did not improve, and he went to San Antonio, Texas--a warmer climate. After a stay of three weeks, it was manifest that he was gradually sinking, and he started home to die. On reaching Fort Worth he was so exhausted that he stopped, hoping to be rested sufficiently to meet with the brethren on Lord's day; but at six o'clock Sunday morning his spirit took its flight to God, who gave it. He leaves a loving, Christian wife and five children, besides many friends, to mourn his death; but they mourn not as those who have no hope. Truly, his works do follow him. Mills, B. W. Mimms, William Mitchell, Donna Taylor Mitchel, Norman Molloy, Daisy Matilda Moore, Cora Lee Thornton Moore, M. E. Moore, Minnie Morehead, S. T., Dr. Morgan, Algernon S. Morgan, Robert Clyde Morrow, Mary Elizabeth Moseley, T. G. Murdock, A. O. Myears, Martha Myres, Mary Ann Mabes, Eliza Sister Eliza Mabes was born at Nashville, Tenn., on November 13, 1830, and died on February 5, 1910, at Johnson, Okla. She was a good mother, and affectionate companion, and, best of all, a consistent Christian. She leaves a host of friends to mourn the loss of her presence and good counsel. Sister Mabes lingered for a long time in her sickness, but bore it patiently. She leaves a good, Christian husband and several children to mourn their loss. May God bless them, and may we all so live in this life that we may join her in heaven. J. C. Osterloh. Gospel Advocate, April 14, 1910, page 470. MacGowan, Mary E. Mary E. Cook was born May 28, 1838, was married to S. W. MacGowan, April 17, 1861. She confessed her Savior and was baptized by Bro. William Speer about the year 1851. While Sister MacGowan was a stranger to me, I feel that we are members of the same spiritual family. Her deeds of love and kindness are fresh in the minds of her friends. From their testimony we learn that she was a faithful woman, a consistent Christian, and that she died in hope of an eternal inheritance. J. L. Bryant. Gospel Advocate, December 12, 1888, page 14. Mackey, Mary J. (Tanner) On July 10, 1891, our home was visited by the grim monster death, which snatched from our bright family circle my dear wife, and a sister in Christ. She (Mary J. Mackey, nee Tanner) was born Sept. 15, 1846 and married to the writer April 16, 1868. She was a loving wife and a devoted mother. The fruits of our marriage were four children, two boys and two girls. All of them are about grown and all members of the church of Christ. She was a faithful Christian and helped to raise her children up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. She was laid in her last resting place with a host of friends and relatives present, there to await the sound of the trumpet when the graves shall give up their dead. Let us not sorrow as those that have no hope. "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." She leaves two sisters and one brother, the latter out of Christ. Oh! may he soon see his condition and turn and seek Christ and be saved on the simple terms of the gospel is the prayer of the writer. The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away. J. H. Mackey., Delaware, Ky. Gospel Advocate, September 9, 1891, page 575. Macy, William David William David Macy, minister of the Murphy Church of Christ in Murphy, N. C., since 1966, died Oct. 11, 2000. He was 64. Macy had served as a minister for 16 churches and had taken 19 mission trips to eight foreign countries in the last 44 years. He authored the book Powerful Sermon Outlines and Charts and wrote many articles and poetry for religious magazines. Macy is survived by his wife, Maureen; three sons, Timothy, Jonathan and Paul; four daughters, Cherry Hanz, Ginger Reil, Candy Walker, Honei Bowers and Cassy Macy; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Blue Ridge, Ga. Gospel Advocate, January, 2001, page 45. Maddox, Eliza Darden Eliza Darden was born on December 6, 1835; married Joseph Maddox on December 15, 1853; obeyed the gospel at Little Lot, Tenn., under the preaching of James H. Morton, in the year 1886. I am told by her neighbors that she lived a consecrated, Christian life till the Lord called her home. She was the mother of seven childrentwo sons and five daughtersfour of whom are still living to mourn her loss. She was noted for her close attention to the sick of her community. The writer had the honor of conducting the funeral services over the remains of this noble, sweet, Christian mother in Israel. M. H. Northcross. Gospel Advocate, August 27, 1908, page 556. Maddox, Eliza Ellen Sister Eliza Ellen Maddox, of Cave City, Ky., wife of W. F. Maddox, and daughter of John and Eliza Oldham, was born April 15, 1854, and departed this life, June 19, 1888, hence she was 34 years, 2 months and 4 days old. She and Bro. Maddox were married Dec. 10, 1872. In her seventeenth year she became a Christian, and was a brave and dutiful member of the church of Christ to the last. She had no children of her own, but took a little motherless girl to raise, to whom she was as fondly devoted as if she had been her own daughter. Sister Maddox had been in delicate health for a term of years; indeed, she said she never had been well, and for six months she was confined to her bed. Scrofula was the disease to which she fell a victim. She was perfectly conscious to the very last, and with that composure which hope alone can give, she talked of death and the "land beyond." To her parents, sisters and husband, she gave directions for her funeral, and made arrangements for the well-being of her adopted daughter and beloved husband. A better, truer, daughter, wife, neighbor and Christian would be hard to find. Into the church at Cave City, where she worshiped in the years gone by, her silent body in its casket was carried, and a large congregation of relatives, brethren and friends gathered around and I talked to them of her noble Christian life and of "the rest that remains to the people of God." We then laid her body in the grave to await the coming of the Lord. May God bless the dear ones left behind, and may they so live that when done with this world they may enter into that home "where the wicked cease from troubling and where the weary are at rest." T. D. Moore., Trenton, Ky., June 25, 1888. Gospel Advocate, July 25, 1888, page 14. Maddox, J. Frank On February 19, 1923, the spirit of Brother J. Frank Maddox returned to the God who gave it, leaving the body to molder to dust. "Brother Frank," as he was familiarly called, was born near Cave City, Ky., on June 24, 1858. He obeyed the gospel in early life, becoming a member of the noted congregation at Horse Cave, Ky., and continued as a faithful worker until he moved to St. Louis, in 1903, where he resided until death. After coming to St. Louis, he with Brother Atkisson and others, carried on the work for a number of years in a loyal manner, he serving as deacon. During his life he was a very close reader of the Gospel Advocate, and praised it next to the Bible. He was honored and loved by his neighbors and friends as a good neighbor, father, and husband. He was married early in life to Miss Annie Mustain, who also was a member of the Horse Cave congregation. To them were born two daughters, Mary and Lucile, who mourn the loss of a kind father and a faithful husband. While it is sad to be separated from our loved ones, this is the common lot of all; for sooner or later we must answer the summons of our Heavenly Father, who doeth all things well. The important question is: "Are we ready?" The writer was informed just before the funeral services that Brother Maddox was a faithful, loyal Christian, and worthy of commendation. Now, friends, let us "sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him." The Holy Spirit clearly teaches that no traveler ever returns, but that one by one we shall all cross the dark river. Then let us "so live that when thy summons comes to join the innumerable caravan that moves to the pale realms of shade, where each shall take his chamber in the silent halls of death, thou go not, like the quarry slave at night, scourged to his dungeon, but, sustained and soothed by an unfaltering trust, approach thy grave like one who wraps the drapery of his couch about him, and lies down to pleasant dreams." It would be selfish indeed to want one to return to this sin-cursed world. There is but little here to cause one to want to stay; the roses are few, the thorns are plentiful. We were assured that those near and dear to Brother Maddox were made better by having lived and associated with him. T. F. Dunn. Gospel Advocate, April 26, 1923, page 420. Maddox, John Walter John Walter Maddox passed away November 24, 1955, at Seattle, Wash., at the age of seventy-eight. He was born in Scott County, Ky., and reared at Owenton. He obeyed the gospel when a youth and decided to devote his life to the cause of Christ. He married Mabel Curtis Fitch May 31, 1903, at Bridgeport, Ala. At the time of his marriage he was teaching school near there but shortly afterward the couple made their home in Chattanooga, Tenn. Here he labored to build up the church and earned his living keeping books. They worshiped at first with the Cowert Street congregation, the only one in town at the time, but later with Central Church. He held tent meetings in and around the city, often cleaning the tent, lighting the lamps, leading the songs and prayers, and doing the preaching, after a day in the office. Today there is a congregation at almost every place where he held a meeting. Among them are St. Elmo, Ross Island, Ridgedale, East Lake, and others. Upon the advice of his physician the family moved to Valier, Mont. Here he farmed and preached at every opportunity in the school houses round about. In 1920, having learned of the value of chiropractic, he moved to Portland, Ore., to enter school. Upon graduation he opened his first office in Kirkland, Wash., in 1923. Later he moved to Seattle where he practiced and preached until three or four weeks before his death. He took his turn with other speakers on Lord's days where he worshiped and spoke by appointment in nearby communities. For the past six years he worked to establish the church in the Pinehurst community in Seattle. He was loved and respected by all who knew him as a friend, a doctor and a minister. He fought a good fight and kept the faith. He attended the Nashville Bible School, and was a graduate of the Oregon State College of Chiropractic of Portland, and of the Universal Sanepractic College and the Mayfern College of Physio Medicine, both of Seattle. He is survived by his wife Mabel; three daughters, Mrs. F. C. McCormick of Seattle, Mrs. Homer Quint of West Linn, Ore., and Mrs. Paul Strode of Seattle; a sister, Mrs. Richard G. Cox of Gulfport, Miss.; a brother, Colonel George W. Maddox of Port Deposit, Md.; ten grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Gospel Advocate, January 26, 1956, page 94. Maddox, Lucy Miss Lucy Maddox was born and reared within a short distance of this place and lived to be about fifty-five years of age. She was a devout Christian, a splendid woman of many virtues. She was one of those kind, gentle, loving characters that makes friends and holds them. She was taken with consumption about three years ago, and during the last year declined very rapidly until the end, which was Tuesday, July 7, 1914. She was laid to rest in the old family burying ground. The writer spoke words of comfort to the loved ones left behind. T. A. Dunagan. Gospel Advocate, August 13, 1914, page 867. Mahler, Mrs. E. J. Mrs. E. J. Mahler, known among her friends as "Bluebell," was born July 26, 1897, at Bowman, Texas, and passed away May 3, 1933. She was married to E. J. Mahler in December, 1915. To this union three children were born. She became a Christian in 1916, being baptized by Brother McClung at Bowman. In 1930 Mr. and Mrs. Mahler moved from Bowman, which had always been their home, to Happy, Texas, where they lived at the time of Mrs. Mahler's death. She was fatally burned on the morning of May 2, and died May 3. Brother McKenzie talked at the funeral services. She was buried at Canyon City, Texas. Survivors are her husband, E. J. Mahler, three children (Glenn, Lenora, and Cordell), three sisters, and her father, Mr. Frank Block of Wichita Falls. Mrs. R. A. Crowell, Wichita Falls, Texas. Gospel Advocate, June 29, 1933, page 624. Mahon, D. J., Dr. Dr. D. J. Mahon was born September 15, 1848, in Queenstown Ireland; he passed June 29, 1944, in a Fort Worth (Texas) hospital. Having received his elementary and religious education in Ireland, Brother Mahon came to the United States when he was about nineteen. He received his medical degree from Tulane University in 1890. For a time he was connected with the Christian Church, but as he studied his Bible he saw the innovations that had caused that church to depart from the New Testament teaching, and he left it to worship with those who are continuing steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine. He spent the last years of his life in an effort to bring others to the oneness that is to be found only in Christ. Firm in his convictions, he yet enjoyed the friendship and respect of those whose practice and faith differed from the New Testament. Truly, he preached the truth in love. He was a member of the Arlington Heights congregation, Fort Worth, and frequently spoke to the assembly. Despite his years, his mind was clear, his lessons always helpful and gladly received. He was regular in attendance in all kinds of weather, making the trip across town by city bus. Funeral services were conducted at the Southside building, with Brethren Robert C. Jones, N. L. Clark, and James L. Standridge taking part. Sister Mahon preceded her husband in death four years ago. He is survived by two sons (Paul E., of Lamesa, and Will H., of Brownwood), five daughters (Miss Ella and Mrs. J. Hartswell Jones, of Fort Worth; Miss Sadie, of Tulsa; Mrs. Earnest Harrison, of Decatur; and Mrs. O. W. Hatfield, of Houston), and seven grandchildren. James L. Standridge, Fort Worth, Texas. Gospel Advocate, September 7, 1944, page 599. Mahon, Ella A. Died, at the home of her husband, near Carter's Creek, May 25, 1895, Sister Ella A. Mahon, wife of G. W. Mahon. She was born Jan. 7, 1852. She was a little more than 43 years of age. She leaves a sorrowing, husband and bereaved children on the shores of time, while she has gone into the beyond. Several years ago she obeyed the gospel of Christ, but owing to feeble health she could not always meet with the brethren. Wife, mother, sister, friend is gone. Let us live in hope of meeting again "on the beautiful shore," "where the wicked cease from troubling, and the weary be at rest." Sister Ella had been in poor health for sometime. She is now freed from the ills and pains to which the flesh is heir. May her husband and children make arrangement to meet her in the glory world. Were it not for the Christian's hope such bereavements would be unbearable. That we may all enjoy that life, is my prayer. W. Anderson. Gospel Advocate, July 18, 1895, page 461. Majors, Elnora Yates Mrs. Elnora Yates Majors was born April 25, 1873; died November 6, 1936. She was married to Will Majors on April 27, 1892. She was a member of the church at Mount Pleasant, near Wingo, Ky., for thirty-eight years. She leaves her husband (Will Majors), three children, two grandchildren, two brothers, two sisters, and a great number of friends and relatives. The writer was called to Mount Pleasant just one week after the funeral of Cecil Foy to conduct the funeral of Sister Majors. Stanley Jones had a part in the services. Sister Majors lived an exemplary life. She had not been in good health for a long time. Her physical condition kept her from doing as much church work as she otherwise would have done. Her suffering was intense for several weeks before her death. We would point those who loved her to her goodness, kindness, and patience in all her trials. W. Claude Hall. Gospel Advocate, November 26, 1936, page 1151. Majors, Matilda Ann Mrs. Matilda Ann Majors, wife of Seaton Majors, departed this life Jan. 8, 1893, after a short illness. She was 57 years of age, and the mother of ten children. She was a consistent, conscientious and exemplary member of the Benbrook church of disciples, in Tarrant county, Texas, six miles of Fort Worth. She is buried beside a mother and grandmother, and was a resident of forty years standing. A vacant chair. A hushed call; "Come, breakfast is ready." A fitful slumber. Mother, mother, Oh, the hallowed name, from which springs none but tender recollections to husband, children, grandchildren, brother, sisters and friends. I walked and talked with her three days before her death. Her lamp was trimmed, and her ways were ways of pleasantness and all her paths were peace. Farewell dear sweet friend and mother. We hope to meet you in the new Jerusalem, and rejoice with you around the great white throne in Heaven. Gospel Advocate, March 9, 1893, page 156. Mallory, Belle On Oct. 2, 1895, after many weeks of suffering from consumption, the freed spirit of Sister Belle Mallory took its flight. She was born and reared in Williamson County, Tenn.; died at the home of her parents near Mallory Station. Sister Belle was not taken unawares or unprepared, for months before she had confessed her faith in Jesus, the Son of God, the Savior of men, trusting in him for salvation. She was baptized into his death. (Rom. vi. 3.) Not long before her departure she called her loved ones around her, and exhorted them to prepare to meet her in heaven. She calmly awaited the summons, and fell asleep in Jesus. After a beautiful talk by our dear brother, F. W. Smith, loving hands laid her body in the grave to await the resurrection morning. Dear father and mother, brother, sister, and friends you who were so kind, attentive, and loving to her during her long illness, weep not for her, nor wish her back. Remember the blessed words of the voice from heaven. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." (Rev. xiv.13.) E. B. Cayce. Gospel Advocate, December 19, 1895, page 812. Mallory, Wilson Brother Wilson Mallory, of Granton, Wis., died at the Luther Hospital, Eau Claire, Wis., on September 2, 10:40 P.M. Funeral services were held at the Windfall church, near Granton, G. W. Longenecker, of Neilsville, officiating. Interment took place in the Windfall cemetery. Brother Mallory was born on July 21, 1871, in Ontario, Canada, where he received his early education. He also attended the Nashville Bible School, Nashville, Tenn. He did some of his first preaching at Granton some thirty or thirty-five years ago. He also held meetings in British Columbia, Canada, and Washington, Nova Scotia. The first gospel preaching by a disciple ever heard in Central Wisconsin was done by Wilson Mallory in homes, schoolhouses, and church buildings. When he was out of funds, he put on overalls and worked during the day and preached at night. He established churches at Stevens Point, Stanley, Tioga, Cannonville, Sherwood, and Granton. While the membership at each place was small and the people poor, he stayed here, rather than go to places where he could have commanded a big salary and a luxurious home for himself and family. During the past fourteen years he was assistant cashier at the Granton State Bank. In order to better provide for his large family during that time, he continued to preach at all the places where he had established a church, and held wedding and funeral services for miles around. He seemed to be the friend and adviser of us all. In the South you have the Hardings, Larimores, Elams, Wrights, Martins, and hundreds of others in the work. Here in the North we have one, the gospel pioneer Mallory. He is survived by his wife and nine children: Price, of Janesville, Wis.; Miss Genevieve, of Walsenburg, Colo.; Eldon, of Visalia, Calif.; Miss Twila, of St. Paul, Minn.; and Harland, Gailen, Laurin, Marvin, and Miss Virginia, at home; a sister, Miss Amy Mallory, in California, and I believe also a brother in California. The beautiful floral offerings and the great crowds of friends that gathered to pay a last tribute of respect to Brother Mallory showed how widely he was loved and respected and how sorely he will be missed. A Disciple. Gospel Advocate, October 10, 1929, page 982. Malone, Beulah Beulah Malone was a wonderful example of patience, forgiveness, faithfulness, and cheerfulness. Her passing on May 30 at the age of 97 was a loss to many who were cheered by her smiling face. She and Tom Malone were married in 1910, and had seven children. Her children remember her as someone who was always there when they needed her, and one who lived for others as well as her own family. She always shared what she had, taking in other children or helping those who came by asking for food. She always saw to it that her children went to Sunday School and church. The Malones were members of the Twelfth Avenue Church, Nashville, in earlier days, and she had been a member of the Madison Church for the last several years. She had the joy of knowing that most of her children and grandchildren could be found in congregations in Nashville or other places. Beulah Malone enjoyed life, loving to be with young people. She did not have a life free of tragedy and sadness, but she made the best of it. Her husband was killed in a robbery of his grocery store in 1952. In 1964 her daughter, Linda, was killed instantly and Mrs. Malone and another daughter, Evelyn, were severely injured in an accident when their car was hit by a car carrying four young people who were drinking. Evelyn and Mrs. Malone weren't expected to live, both staying in the hospital for several months. She was bedridden most of the following years, and only gradually learned to walk. She did crocheting and quilting for as long as she could see well enough. But five years ago, she broke her leg again, as well as her arm and shoulder, and since then she had lived in a nursing home. Throughout all these tragedies, she remained strong in the faith, never complaining about anything. Nurses loved her because she was so cheerful. Even in the last months when she was blind and unable to eat or talk well, she still never complained. Her mind was clear until the end. To all who visited her or had contact with her, she was an inspiration. Edward J. Craddock. Gospel Advocate, August 2, 1984, page 474. Malone, C. C. Malone was born on January 1, 1869 and died on March 12, 1952, at Springtown, Texas. He was past eighty-three years of age. He became a Christian in 1910 during a gospel meeting conduced by Jim Dunn. He was married in 1901. He had operated a lumber yard here for forty-five years and continued to operate it alone until the time of his death. The same diligence and steadfastness evidenced in his business was also manifested in his loyalty to the truth. His faithfulness to attend the services until the very last was an inspiration to all who knew him. He is survived by his wife; one son, A. P. Malone, Springtown; three daughters, Mrs. W. T. White of Fort Worth; Mrs. H. C. Ruddell of Dallas and Mrs. J. T. Hackett of Weatherford; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services were conducted at the Springtown church of Christ. Interment was in Springtown cemetery. J. K. Bentley. Gospel Advocate, April 3, 1952, page 221. Malone, Clara Ruth Clara Ruth Hardeman Malone, 91, died Oct. 12, 1989, at Maplewood Health Care Center in Jackson, Tenn., after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Malone was a member of the Henderson Church of Christ, where she had lived since childhood. She graduated from Chester County High School and attended Freed-Hardeman College. She was married to the late Shelbin Cratus Malone, a schoolteacher and former Chester County Trustee and postmaster. She rented an apartment in her home to married college students for more than 30 years. She was a member of the Freed-Hardeman Associates and a charter member of the Chester County Senior Citizens. She served as a Gray Lady at Western State Hospital in Bolivar for many years. Survivors include a son, Bill Malone of Northfield, Ohio; a daughter, Anne Nagle of Montgomery, Ala.; eight grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Services for Mrs. Malone were conducted Oct. 14 at Casey Funeral Home Chapel with J. Walker Whittle officiating. Burial was in Henderson City Cemetery. Gospel Advocate, February, 1990, page 13. Malone, Edgar Milford Edgar Milford Malone, son of J. T. and M. J. Malone, was born in Franklin County, Ala., Feb. 17, 1857; and died, near the home of his childhood, Aug. 4, 1896. He was married Jan. 3, 1879, and was the father of eight children, seven of whom still live. He was baptized in August, 1885, and from that time to his death he lived a consistent Christian life, and always manifested much interest in the gospel of Christ. His widow still lives, and his death is counted a great loss to the entire community where he spent his life, by all who appreciate the value of an upright man. F. D. Srygley. Gospel Advocate, November 5, 1896, page 716. Malone, Lawrence Departed this life May 27, 1895, Brother Lawrence Malone, of heart trouble. He was near 55 years old. He obeyed the gospel in the fall of 1890, and lived a faithful Christian until death. He leaves a sorrowing wife and six loving children. They sorrow not as those that have no hope, remembering, "Blessed are they that die in the Lord." He has passed to his reward to enjoy the blessings that this world does not afford. May the bereaved ones trust the promises of the Lord, and be comforted by his blessing, that they may so live in this life that they may be permitted to meet with their loved one beyond the grave. Margaret Mizell., Profit, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, August 22, 1895, page 543. Malone, Melissa Melissa Malone, a social worker at Agape in Nashville, Tenn., died March 27, 1997. She was a young Christian lady who was dedicated to helping improve the lives of children and hurting families. Three weeks before her untimely death, Melissa became engaged to Toney Turner, a Metro Police officer. Through their Bible study together he had become a Christian. In memory of Melissa and with respect for what she did for others, Toney sold her engagement ring and gave the money to Agape. In January 1998, Toney was recognized by the Nashville Metropolitan City Government for this act of kindness. "[A]nd their works do follow them" (1 Corinthians 15:58). (Picture included) Gospel Advocate, April, 1998, page 9. Maner, Alton Hooper Alton Hooper Maner died May 20. He was born near Smyrna, Ga., March 24, 1906. The son of a rural preacher, he grew up on a farm in his native state. The Liberty Hill congregation near Mableton, Ga., was established by his father, and those brethren assisted young Maner in attending Freed-Hardeman College from which he was graduated in 1932. As an indication of his lasting gratitude he left his library to them. Later brother Maner received a degree from Springhill College in Mobile, Ala., and a master's degree from Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. Throughout his life A.H. Maner was committed to the work of the local congregation. His first work was in Mobile, Ala., where he began with a small number meeting on the second floor of a dance hall on the corner of Lawrence and Dauphin Streets. Brother Maner was just out of school, and he only had one suit. He said, "The church and I were just needy enough that we could fit one another perfectly." Maner baptized 400 people in Mobile, and the church was well-established by the time he left in 1941. Brother Maner next preached in Buffalo, N.Y. Later he went to Wheeling, W.Va.; San Antonio, Texas; Signal Mountain, Tenn.; and finally to Fairview in Stockbridge, Ga. A. H. Maner was a loving family man. He was married to Ruth Hudson in 1939. Their daughter, Joan (Mrs. Thayne McKnight) of Denver, Colo., blessed the Maners with three grandsons. Brother Maner was God's man wherever he went. He was a servant whose only ambition was to serve. During his last years and until his death he was an elder at Stockbridge. He was a good wrier as Gospel Advocate readers will recall. He preached in some hard fields in his early years, but I never heard him refer to that with any bitterness. He said, "The Lord has been generous with his gifts." It is to the credit of the brethren in Stockbridge that they assisted him during his last years. They blessed each other! Before his death he asked me to conduct his funeral. This was done in cooperation with David Decker, minister at Stockbridge, from the Harris A. Ward Funeral Home in Atlanta, May 22, and burial was in Denver, Colo. In a telephone conversation with me a few weeks before he died, brother Maner said, "I am getting ready for a change." Like Job, he waited patiently for that change (Job 14:14). As he lived, so he died in the Lord. (Picture included) Ross W. Dye. Gospel Advocate, August 1, 1985, page 475. Maness, Addie "Addie is gone!" These were the sad words that reached us in the morning of August 10, 1913. These words were spoken in reference to the youngest daughter of B. F. and Lucinda Austin. Addie was born on July 8, 1874, and was baptized by Brother E. C. L. Denton, in August, 1889. She was married to Perry Maness, who lived only a short time. She died very suddenly. She was sick only three days, and no one thought of her being dangerously ill. We will all miss her. She was always ready to help us in time of sickness. We will miss her at the Lord's table on the first day of the week, from which she was never absent when able to go; but nowhere will she be so sadly missed as in the home. She did everything in her power to lighten the burden of life for our aged father and kind stepmother. She leaves three brothers and three sisters. One brother, C. S. Austin, of Fulton, Ky., and one sister, Mrs. Cynthia Deen, of Memphis, Tenn., arrived in time for the funeral services, which were conducted by Brother J. C. Graham. He father, mother, and all of her brothers and sisters are members of the church of Christ and have hope of meeting her "some sweet day." I pray the Lord to help us so live in this life that when the toils, troubles, and bereavements of life shall have passed, we may be a reunited family in the home of the soul. Her Sister., Scott's Hill, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, September 11, 1913, page 884. Manire, Martha Elizabeth Martha Elizabeth Manire, wife of J. J. Manire, was born February 17, 1825, was baptized by Calvin Curlee in 1844, moved from Tennessee to Texas some years ago and last fall moved near Velma in the Chickasaw Nation where she died February 13, 1891, after suffering a long while with cancer of the stomach, as is thought. She and D. Lipscomb were raised in the same house and related somehow that I know not. She has lived near me for some years and had an undying affection for D. L. and his father. She left eleven children, I think, eight boys and three girls, all of whom are grown. Her aged husband is left tottering for the grave, almost blind. When "grand ma," as all called her, left, the family was ruined. Her monitions were the healing oil that all heeded, and loved to obey her slightest wish. The Lord has claimed his own and "grand ma's,' suffering has ceased. Most of her children had entered the church ere she leftsome are yet outside the ark. A spotless Christian mother has made an exchange of the world to join the glorious throng "just beyond." We knew her well and know that she loved the Lord and his people. John W. Harris., Pella, Texas. (Elizabeth Manire (Potts was her maiden name) spent several years of her life when first grown in my father's family. She was a niece of my step-mother. Was a good girl, beloved by all who knew her. Although I have not seen her since her marriage, have always heard of her as a good woman and true Christian, and I doubt not will enjoy the home of the blessed in the unseen world.) D.L. Gospel Advocate, June 3, 1891, page 343. Manire, Mary E. Died of dropsy at Hampton, Fla., May 6, 1897, after a long and very painful illness, Mrs. Mary E. Manire, a daughter of John T. and E. M. Neil, of Shelbyville, Tenn., and wife of B. F. Manire, of Jackson, Miss.; aged sixty-one years, four months, and ten days. Dutiful as a daughter, affectionate as a sister, devoted as a wife, self-sacrificing as a mother, true as a friend, and sincere as a Christian, she has gone to the heavenly home to meet the loved ones gone before, who are waiting and watching at the beautiful gate, and to wait and watch for those who are coming after. May the Lord in mercy bring us all safely home without the loss of one. B. F. Manire. Gospel Advocate, June 10, 1897, page 365. Manis, John Harvey, Jr. John Harvey Manis, Jr., was born June 5, 1925, in Frederick, Okla.; departed this life July 15, 1946, in Sacramento, Calif., suffering from a noncontagious form of meningitis. "Johnny," as he was known by his friends, was both an artist and an athlete of considerable ability, and last semester he was a student in Sacramento College, where he contributed art work to all of the school publications. Johnny was well known in Oklahoma City, where he attended Central High School. It was at the church in Culbertson Heights where Johnny was baptized by John H. Banister in 1943; and of all the lovely pictures Johnny gave us to enjoy, we feel that his masterpiece was his genuine portrayal of Jesus Christ and his teaching in the life that he lived daily. Nothing sordid nor earthly had marred his life, but he was generous to a fault, gentlemanly in bearing, clean in appearance, and so very patient in his great suffering. Funeral services were conducted in Sacramento, with the writer officiating, assisted by R. F. Guild. A chorus of singers from the Oak Park Church, where Johnny and his family worship, sang six beautiful hymns during the service, one of which was Johnny's favorite, "In the Garden." Surviving him are his mother, (Sister Hattie Manis), two sisters (Mrs. R. L. Campbell and Doris), and one brother (Archie, of Oklahoma City). His father (John Harvey Manis, Sr.) lives in Denver, Colo. Frank Trayler., 2800 Thirty-Third Street, Sacramento, Calif. Gospel Advocate, August 1, 1946, page 734. Mankin, Charlie "Uncle Charlie" Mankin, as he was familiarly known by all, died at his home, Thorp Spring, Texas, on June 13, 1909, aged ninety years, two months, and ten days. For more than fifty years he walked with God, relying implicitly upon the all-sufficiency of his word, and, like a faithful sentinel upon Zion's watchtower, was always ready to rebuke any and all departures from the Lord's way. Filled with the love of Christ, he was ever ready to do what he could to disseminate the truth. Uncle Charlie was a reader of the Gospel Advocate since near the beginning of the paper, and, with the Bible and paper in hand, was strongly fortified against the works of the evil one. A faithful old soldier has been called up higher to await the coming of his devoted wife, who must soon follow. May God bless Sister Mankin in the few remaining days on this earth, and may she erelong join her companion in that heavenly home where parting is no more. T. H. Dabney., Granbury, Texas. Gospel Advocate, September 9, 1909, page 1148. Mankin, Fannie Mrs. Fannie Mankin, wife of A. J. Mankin, and daughter of Isaac L. Miller, died at her home, near Carlocksville, Rutherford county, Tenn., Feb. 26, 1888. Sister Mankin lacked one month of attaining her fiftieth year. She joined the church of Christ in the summer of 1872 and ever afterwards, her godly walk and conversation, her deeds of charity, her patience and forbearance in her long affliction, fully attest that she was indeed a child of God. No tongue can tell, or pen can write, what she suffered for the last thirteen years, but she has entered into that rest which remains for the people of God. To the bereaved husband, her two sons and a daughter, and her relatives and friends we would say, grieve not, nor wish her back, she is not dead, for He is not a God of the dead, but of the living. The husband has lost the wise counsel of a devoted wife, the children the words of warning and cheer of a loving mother, relatives and neighbors a true and tried friend; the church of God a faithful member. She has gone to meet the Savior she loved, to meet father, mother, brothers and sister, and a darling little daughter, who for many years has walked the golden streets in the city of God. S. K. Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1888, page 11. Mankin, J. W. The missiles of death are thick and of many kinds. They often come when least expected. On June 1, 1893, they came very unexpected to J. W. Mankin. As he was leaving Murfreesboro, Tenn., to return home to his little family, a wife, two daughters, and one baby son, he was thrown from his buggy and instantly hurled into the great beyond. Hence, was deprived of ever speaking another kind word to that loving little family. Thus it was that the life of one of God's creatures was taken "in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye." J. W. Mankin was about 46 years old, and a son of Charles and Mary Mankin. He and is wife, Mattie, obeyed the gospel in 1886. Mattie was called home in 1887, and left this world in a triumph of faith. She left her husband and one little daughter. Her husband was then living the Christian life, but by-and-by temptation overtook him, and led him away out into the cold, dark night of sin. He again sought and gained the affections of Mrs. Cripper, of Knoxville, Tenn.., who is now mourning the loss of an affectionate husband. He was a kind husband and father, a dutiful son, and a loving brother. He told a cousin and brother on Friday before the accident on Thursday, that he had reformed, and was going to lead a new life, and renew his relationship to the church. Now let me say to the aged father and mother, Your grief has come in your old age, but may you be comforted by the promise of the Bibleblessed Bible. May the wife and brothers seek first the kingdom of heaven, and lead their little ones to the foot of the cross, and all will be well. A large concourse of relatives, friends, and neighbors followed him to his resting place. A very appropriate talk was made at the grave by Brother Fleming. W. Mankin., Rucker, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, August 3, 1893, page 493. Mankin, John P. On July 13, 1919, one of the noblest Christian characters of my acquaintance passed into the great beyond to give an account of his stewardship of the few years of his physical life. John P. Mankin was born on June 15, 1859, and lived all his life near Rucker and Christiana, Tenn. His early training was of a spiritual nature, and his heart was constantly set on doing good for the cause of Christ. He was of a quiet nature and always considerate of every appeal for assistance that came to his notice, yet what he did was in such a way that very few knew of it besides the recipient. He was a man whose convictions were known by every one, and it was not necessary to ask on what side of any question he would be found. The church at Christiana especially has lost a stanch supporter and worker; but his work as a member there will be constantly before the minds of his fellow citizens and will not be forgotten for many days to come. Brother Mankin had an especial interest in the preachers, appreciating the efforts that must be made constantly to get people to listen to the appeals of the gospel. He was one of the kindest, most thoughtful, and most deeply interested friends that I have ever had, and his encouragement was manifested in many ways that his modest character never published. On July 15, 1919, his friends gathered with the heart-broken companion and bereaved relatives at his residence to show their appreciation of his life, and then accompanied them to the Murfreesboro cemetery, where we quietly laid his remains to rest. The services were conducted by Brother George W. Farmer and the writer. J. M. Gainer. Gospel Advocate, October 9, 1919, page 1000. Mankin, Judith Elizabeth Mrs. Judith Elizabeth Mankin was born in Lyon County, Ky., on July 7, 1847. Her parents were Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Glenn. Her friends always called her "Bettie. She was a very beautiful child, and, when grown to womanhood, was regarded as being a woman of beauty of face and character. When about twelve years of age, she became a member of the church of Christ. When twenty years of age, she was married to Leland Woodson, and the two together led a happy life, when, after about twenty years, her husband sickened and died. On February 14, 1893, she was married to Mr. A. J. Mankin, of Rutherford County, Tenn. They lived happily together until August, 1907, when she departed this life. The body was carried to Madisonville, where it was laid to rest. Mrs. Mankin had been in a bad state of health for more than a year before her death. During all the time of her affliction she bore her suffering with Christian fortitude. She died, as she had lived, in full hope of a better life in the great beyond. Mrs. Mankin was a woman who was beloved by a very large circle of friends. While she was not a society woman in any sense of the word, as she thought more of home and its duties than she did about the frivolities of life, yet she had a happy disposition that made her a welcome guest among those who regarded her for her noble Christian character. She was just such a woman as makes the world better by her having lived therein. J. J. G. Gospel Advocate, May 14, 1908, page 314. Mankin, Louisa The angel of death has visited the happy home of our beloved brother in Christ, Welcome Mankin, of Rucker, Tenn., and has called into the presence of God his beloved wife, Louisa Mankin. She had been sick for some time, but confined to her bed only two weeks. She bore her suffering well, and seemed to be perfectly resigned to the Lord's will. In 1852 she united with the Methodists, thinking that body were of divine origin; but learning the way of the Lord more perfectly under the preaching of our lamented Brother T. J. Shaw, in the fall of 1876, she obeyed the Lord in his appointed ways. I have been acquainted with Sister Mankin for a number of years. I was her nearest neighbor during her sickness, visited her every day during her sickness, and found her patient and submissive in the Lord. That morning before her departure she said to her dear companion it was better for her to die and go to heaven. She said she was relying upon the strong arm of Jesus, for he was the only one that could do her any good. Sister Mankin is greatly missed in the neighborhood. She was loved by her neighbors. She was always kind to the poor, and administered to their wants, for she had plenty of this world's goods. And oh, how she is missed at Mars' Hill, the church with which she had been worshiping for over sixteen years. Her seat there was never vacant unless by sickness or providentially hindered to make it impossible for her to get there. Louisa Justiss was born Sept. 17, 1833, and was married to Welcome Mankin in October, 1866. Three children were born unto them, two of them having died in infancy. The other one is a grown young man, and has been a member of the body several years. In the evening of August 1, while her weeping husband, son, brother, and a number of friends stood around her bedside, the angel of death came in, unseen by mortal eyes, and took her away from themaway from her sufferings. Sister Mankin was gone. They could only say in hollow, unnatural voices, "She is dead, she is dead." Friends with loving hands prepared the body for burial, and brought flowers with which to cover the casket; and after a beautiful and impressive funeral sermon by Brother H. G. Fleming the sorrowing friends accompanied the grief-stricken husband and son to the family graveyard, where she was laid to await the resurrection morn. "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they rest from their labors, and their works do follow them." Weep no more, Brother Mankin; if you continue faithful you will meet your loved ones in the sweet by-and by. A. E. Miller., Rucker, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, October 4, 1894, page 627. Mankin, Mattie Died, at her home in Rutherford county, Tenn., on the 3d of Oct. 1887, Sister Mattie Mankin, the wife of J. W. Mankin. Leaves two sweet little girls, one an infant, which soon followed its loving mother. Sister Mattie was raised by Methodists, and embraced their faith. Upon the 19th day of August '86, she with her husband were buried with Christ in baptism to arise to walk a new life, which she did so long as she was permitted to live in this world. In the spring of '87 that dread destroyer consumption, lay hold upon her vitals and she suffered long and much until the Lord said it is enough. In her afflictions her Bible was her constant companion. I never went to see her, but what it was by her side. To the bereaved brothers weep not for your loving sister, but weep for yourselves, and take the godly counsel of your Christian and only sister, for Mattie will be with the Lord when he descends from heaven with a shout with the voice of the archangel with the trumpet of God and the dead in Christ shall rise first. So let us comfort ourselves with these words. An Uncle. Gospel Advocate, February 29, 1888, page 10. Mankin, Sophia Death has visited the family of the one faith again and taken from us one that we have learned to love so much, sister Sophia Mankin, wife of Bro. Jesse W. Mankin, who departed this life in 1879. Sister Sophia was sixty-eight years old last August. She has been a faithful member of the church for several years. Death was one of short notice. On the 26th day of December 1890, she was as well as common, so far as we knew. Went to bed at 9 o'clock. At 3 o'clock she awoke her daughter by groaning. She got up, did all she could, but in fifteen or twenty minutes she was gone, yes dead. Her spirit took its flight to the place God has prepared to await that day for which all other days were made, in which our sister will receive that welcome plaudit, "enter into the joys of thy Lord prepared from the foundation of the world." She smiled when she heard of one doing good and loved to do good to others. May we all imitate her life or endeavor to follow the same rule. Sister Mankin leaves four daughters to mourn her loss, but they must remember it is heaven's gain. So weep no more dear sisters, if we are faithful we will soon be there. Sister Mankin was at Walter Hill, Rutherford county, Tenn., with Bro. Wm. T. Edwards, her son-in-law. She was brought back to her old home place, Noah, Tenn., to be buried. Her former home was with Bro. John Wiser, her son-in-law. Her membership was with the Wiser's Bluff congregation, Coffee county, Tenn. G. W. Gilbert., Noah, Coffee county, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1891, page 187. Mankin, Welcome Brother Welcome Mankin was born on October 5, 1835, and died on April 18, 1907. He was reared by Old Baptist parents. He married a Presbyterian lady, went among them, joined the Presbyterian Church, and worked faithfully with that order for several years. In the year 1876 Brother L. R. Sewell held a series of meetings at Bush Grove, Coffee County, Tenn., during whichon August 3, 1876he obeyed the Lord and put him on in baptism. I have known Brother Mankin for more than twenty years, and was his near neighbor for many years. To know him was to love him. He was always at his post of duty, contending earnestly "for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints." His door was always open to the preachers. Great is the number of preachers that he has welcomed to his hospitable home. He was the man that gave the land on which to build Mars' Hill Church, and he gave most of the money to build it with. It was his great delight to meet on the first day of the week with his brethren and sisters to remember his Lord; but he was afflicted several months, so he could not attend on Lord's day. He won the confidence, respect, and esteem of all with whom he came in contact. He had buried several of his loved ones. A few years ago he buried his young son. Thus the grief he bore with our own burdens our hearts, while he goes to his loved ones to share their hopes and joys, leaving to mourn with us a true and noble wife, son, and daughter. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." This should be the greatest consolation to the bereaved ones, and in this darkest hour of deepest distress I would point them to Him alone who can heal the broken heart. It is a blessed thing to fall asleep in Jesus free from the cares and heartaches of this world. He has just gone over to the other shore to his reward to wait our coming. May the God of mercy speak peace to the troubled ones. A. E. Miller., Brambleton, Texas. Gospel Advocate, February 6, 1908, page 92. Mankin, W. H. Another grand soldier of the cross has sheathed his sword and crossed the river. W. H. Mankin was born on January 11, 1825, and died on September 24, 1902. He obeyed the gospel fifty years ago, being baptized by Brother Calvin Curlee. He then unsheathed his sword and kept it bright until his death. He, like Paul, could say: "I have fought a good fight, I have kept the faith, I have finished my course." He was never so busy on the highway or in the field, at home or abroad, but that he would stop to wield his sword upon all with whom he came in contact. At his new birth he was the only one in all the country in which he lived who could, or did, tell the people what to do to be saved; hence, he had a big field, besides his father, mother, seven brothers, and three sisters. One sister and her family and five brothers and all their household saw the light of the gospel through his preaching. He would invite preachers to help him, and they never went away empty handed. He leaves a wife, children, grandchildren, five brothers, and one sister to mourn their loss. Weep not, but rejoice and be glad that you had such a good husband, father, and brother. Welcom Mankin. Gospel Advocate, January 1, 1903, page 10. Mann, Ella The passing of Mrs. Ella Mann leaves vacant the place in her large circle of friends and acquaintances so uniquely filled by her lovable personality. We certainly do miss her, and feel that not another can ever fill her place with the same full measure of true friendship, devotion to duty, noble endeavor, and unselfish aim and purpose which made her life fragrant as the breath of flowers. So many good qualities can be predicated of the deceased that the writer hardly knows what to say first; but some of her traits of character were so prominent as to impress all who came into her presence with their benign influence. Gentle, unassuming, with marked equanimity, firm and unyielding in all that was good and true, courageous and valiant as a Christian, coupled with superior judgment and good intellectuality, made her one of the best-poised women the writer ever knew. It was her especial pride to do well the little things in her daily living. She was born to Mr. T. F. and Mrs. Arie V. Moseley, at Old Salem, on January 24, 1854; was baptized, when seventeen years old, by Elder Jesse L. Sewell; was married to Mr. John Mann, of Falls Mill, Tenn., on November 28, 1876, and became the mother of eight children, six of whom survive her, as follows: Herbert, Thomas, Tullia, Dixie, Eloise, and Arie Virginia. The faith that caused her, while in health, to lean on her Savior's "wonderful might," sustained her when the dip of the oars announced, on the morning of May 28, 1909, her home-going. It was with calm resignation and readiness she bade adieu to her husband, for whom she had a growing fondness and devotion as the years went by, her children, and her brothers and sisters, as follows: George Moseley, of Winchester, Tenn.; Gus, Moseley, of Huntland, Tenn.; and Mrs. Annie Lenehan and Mrs. Nannie DeFord, of Nashville, Tenn. A Friend. Gospel Advocate, July 29, 1909, page 950. Mann, Hattie Voorhies Mrs. Hattie Voorhies Mann was seventy-eight years old on January 19, 1951. At midnight of February 2 she passed out of this life and started the journey to the place for which she had been preparing for more than fifty years. Nearly sixty years ago she became the wife of Horace N. Mann. All these years they have made their home at Riverside, Tenn., the community in which she was born and reared. As a young married couple they read the Bible and obeyed it and became Christians. Brother Mann soon developed into a good gospel preacher. But few men now living have done as much to spread the kingdom in his some section as has Brother Mann. He has gone over the country comforting the sad, burying the dead, and baptizing the people he had taught. Sister Mann kept the home. She "stayed by the stuff" and made his great work possible. "Her price is far above rubies." Her husband surely did "trust in her." She did him good all the days of her life. Sister Mann was a most wonderful woman. She loved the church, helped the poor, served the public, and worked for her family. He husband, her children, and the community rise up and call her blessed. On February 5 Riley Moore and I conducted her funeral at Hohenwald, Tenn. where her frail little body was laid to rest. May the Lord comfort her many mourners. I. A. Douthitt. Gospel Advocate, March 15, 1951, page 173. Mann, Horace Newton Perhaps the oldest citizen of Lewis County, Tenn., passed away at Hohenwald Wednesday, November 6, 1963, at the age of ninety-five. Horace Newton Mann was born in Franklin County, Tenn., but early in life moved into Lewis County where he lived for seventy-four years exercising an unusual influence for good over a widespread area of Middle Tennessee. In various fields of endeavor he touched the lives of his fellow men and helped to make a better citizenry culturally, financially, morally, and spiritually. For sixty years he was actively engaged in promoting the cause of Christ, preaching publicly and privately, establishing rural congregations, and administering to their spiritual and physical needs. He must have determined, like Paul, to know nothing among them save Jesus Christ and him crucified. He was not a professional debater, yet he knew how to contend earnestly and convincingly for the faith. People loved and respected him. He lived such a consecrated life that no one could suspect him of hypocrisy. Neither was he a covetous man. He made an adequate living merchandising. Though lenient with his debtors and generous to a fault, yet he prospered, being officially connected with the bank for years. It is said that when he closed out his business he would have been a rich man had all his debts been collected. Brother Mann was married December 5, 1892, to Miss Hattie Lou Voorhies. This godly couple reared three estimable daughters, Mrs. E. M. Adcox, Mrs. Arthur Plummer, and Mrs. Logan Dawson. Sister Mann died in 1961. In addition to the three daughters, Brother Mann's offspring consists of four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. It is interesting to know that Brother Mann was connected by blood with David Lipscomb's family; and to learn that he had been a reader of the Gospel Advocate from near the beginning of its existence. Funeral services were held by B. B. James and Riley D. Moore. Burial was in the Swiss Cemetery, Hohenwald. S. P. Pittman. Gospel Advocate, December 19, 1963, page 814. Mann, John A. The angel of death has poised in solemn silence over another happy home; he has shaken the death dew from his ebon wing and claimed for his own one of the dearest treasures of that home. John A. Mann, of Fall Mills, Tenn., was born on January 29, 1882, and departed this life on August 31, 1905. He was a young man of unusual intelligence and integrity. An earnest Christian, straightforward and manly, thoughtful and courteous, he was, indeed, one of God's noblemen. His bright and sunny disposition, his ready wit, and his hearty handshake and quick sympathy won for him a large circle of true friends, and many hearts bled when he was so suddenly taken from us forever. The world needs such men, and in our human weakness we cannot understand why, in the vigor and strength of early manhood, they should be taken away; but our Father knows best and "doeth all things well." Our departed friend entered Burritt College in the spring of 1904, and before the session closed he was buried in baptism by our late beloved Brother Sutton. He remained in school at that place till the middle of the spring term of 1905, when he accepted a position in Tutwiler, Miss., where he remained till God called him home. Though death came to him far from home, his new friends were kind and thoughtful; and he was tenderly and lovingly attended, in is last brief illness, by his eldest brother, Herbert Mann. His remains were brought home on September 1 and laid to rest in the old family burying ground. Brother L. R. Sewell spoke words of comfort and encouragement to his heartbroken loved ones. To John's parents we would say: Be brave, and cast your cares on God. Sorrow not, for you have the Christian's hope; and some day, when our frail barks have crossed life's stormy sea and are safely anchored on the shores of the Beautiful Isle of Somewhere, then the angels will part wide the curtains of the eternal day, and Christ himself, the Man of sorrows, shall gather all his children home, and with his own hand shall wipe all their tears away. L. S. D. Gospel Advocate, October 5, 1905, page 639. Mann, John L. John L. Mann departed this life on August 22, 1919, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Felix Ray, after a painful and protracted illness, borne with the patience and resignation inspired by the Christian hope. He was of the sturdy Franklin County pioneer stockthe Manns, the Millers, and the Lipscombs. He is survived by two brothersMatt Mann, of Knoxville, Tenn., and Horace Mann, of Riverside, Tenn.; two sistersMrs. Joe Bogle, of Centerville, Tenn., and Mrs. Sallie Smith, of Artesia, N. M.; two sonsTom Mann, of Huntland, Tenn., and Herbert Mann, of Riverton, Ala.; and three daughters, Mrs. Tullia Smith, Mrs. Dixie Ray, and Mrs. Arie Cole, all of Franklin County. The esteem in which he was held in the community in which he was born, reared, united with the church, married, and reared his family, was manifested by the many friends, relatives, and brethren who attended his funeral at old Salem and accompanied his remains thence to the Moseley graveyard. Deceased was an orderly, highly respected citizen and a consecrated Christian gentleman. He was naturally inclined to cultivate these noble characteristics. He was fortunate in having an exceptionally good mother, Mrs. Nannie Lipscomb Mann, and an exceptionally good wife, Mrs. Ella Moseley Mann, each on the order of Timothy's mother and grandmother. In the absence of a preacher, the funeral exercises were conducted in the old Salem church by a layman, Will E. Walker, of Winchester, and a member of the Huntland congregation, who still fondly cherishes the memory of the Lipscombs, Moseleys, Manns, Gillespies, Hunts, Breedens, Smiths, Williamses, and others who have passed over the river, but who composed that historic congregation and stood bravely for the restoration of primitive Christianity when it was more unpopular than it is at present. H. R. Moore. Gospel Advocate, October 16, 1919, page 1028. Mann, Rebecca Roberson Mrs. Jackson Mann passed out of this life during the early morning of September 22, 1909, at her home in New Monterey, Cal. Her maiden name was "Rebecca Roberson." She was a native of Kentucky, and was born on April 29, 1824. Her father was a Baptist minister. She was the eldest of a family of thirteen children, only two of whom are now living, and both were present at the funeral. She was converted in the Baptist Church in early life, and maintained a consistent, Christian life till the call came to "come up higher." Her father's family migrated to Illinois, then to Missouri. She was married to Jackson Mann, at Independence, Mo., and became the mother of nine childrenfive boys and four girls. One boy and one girl preceded her to the spirit land. With her husband she came across the plains with ox teams in 1853, from Missouri to California. They were five months and fourteen days on the road. They first settled in Santa Clara County; from thence to Sonoma County, near Healdsburg. While at this place she changed her membership to the church of Christ at Big Plains. In 1859 she, with her family, moved to Monterey County, near Watsonville, where the family continued to reside till the close of the century. Farm life became too heavy with advancing years, so the farm was given up and a home made at Pacific Grove, Cal., for a short time. They then moved to New Monterey, where she continued until death claimed her. Mrs. Mann leaves two brothers, a husband, seven children, thirty-two grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren to mourn her loss. At her request she was buried at the cemetery at Watsonville. Short funeral services were held at the family residence in New Monterey on September 24, 1909. The body was taken to Pajaro, where awaited a large gathering of friends and relatives. The casket was transferred from the train to the hearse and at once proceeded to Watsonville Cemetery, where appropriate services were held and the body laid to rest. A beautiful feature was that of grandsons acting as pallbearers. F. Gospel Advocate, October 28, 1909, page 1366. Mann, Saba "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." (Ps. 116:15.) Sister Saba Mann, daughter of J. B. and H. C. Tenison, was born Sept. 19, 1862; died Aug. 8, 1897; aged thirty-four years, ten months, and nineteen days. She was married at Woodbury, Texas, to A. T. Mann, Oct. 18, 1881. She obeyed the gospel at the early age of sixteen, and at once began an active Christian life. Though burdened with many cares, she was always ready to help the sick or distressed; and on Lord's day she was ever found with the faithful, ready to sing his praise and worship the God she loved. But a year ago she took that dreadful disease, consumption. She was at the home of her brother-in-law, W. H. Brannan, near Hico, Texas, when death came and relieved her of her terrible suffering, but bereft seven sweet little children (four girls and three boys) of a most patient and affectionate mother. She realized her condition, and talked freely of her departure, as though it was a pleasant journey. She was a zealous Christian worker, even up to the day of her death, and would appeal to those who were out of the ark of safety with such earnestness for the salvation of their souls. She often said that, while she had no fears for her future, her only regret was leaving her helpless little ones; but she prayed that through the blessings of God they would meet her in heaven. Thus a husband, seven children, three sisters, two brothers, and a host of relatives and friends are left to mourn their loss; but we weep not as those who have no hope. Her Sisters. Gospel Advocate, September 30, 1897, page 621. Manning, C. L., Sr. C. L. Manning, Sr., a lifelong Christian and beloved educator, quietly passed away at the family home, Route 1, Bryan, Texas, at 12:55 A. M., February 2, 1949. He had been an invalid for more than two years, but the rich, well-lived, and long-devoted life in Christ ever sustained him in these last long months. As an educator of forty-eight years' service in college and high schools as principal and superintendent, he served well the youth of Kentucky, Tennessee, and Arkansas, and was always finding opportunity to enrich the lives of those about him. He was ever defending his faith in things spiritual, and endeavored to pass it on to many with whom he worked. Brother Manning was not only an inspiring teacher, but a most devoted Christian husband and father. He first married Miss Naomi Albright of Barren Fork, Ark. She passed away early in life, leaving two small children. Nine years later he married Miss Anna Campbell of Benton, Ky., to unite their lives in being Christians first and secondly teachers, well knowing the value of Christian living and education to which they dedicated their marriage, and so lived for thirty-three years together. Surviving him are a devoted wife, three daughters (Mrs. J. W. Witherspoon, Mena, Ark.; Mrs. D. M. Dondurant, Bryan, Texas; Martha Mae Manning, Bryan, Texas), and four sons (J. Lowell Manning, Little Rock, Ark.; Dr. C. L. Manning, United States Naval Hospital, Chelsea, Mass.; James E. Manning, Clarksdale, Miss.; and William L. Manning, Bryan, Texas). There are a host of other relatives and friends in Kentucky and Tennessee who will be saddened to learn of his going. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, evangelist of Central Church, Bryan, Texas, with burial in the Bryan Cemetery. C. W. Scott. Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1949, page 190. Manning, Jennie A. A noble, Christian life was ended on earth when, on the morning of March 4, 1918, Sister Jennie A. Manning closed her eyes in death. She was the youngest of three daughters of Brother and Sister Holloway, who came from Tennessee, and who were living in Obion County when Sister Jennie was bornJune 9, 1894. In the year 1900 Brother Holloway with his family moved to Texas and located near Rock Hill, Montague County, where, in the year 1907, Jennie obeyed the gospel. She was married to M. T. Manning on December 24, 1916. They located on a farm near the homes of the parents of both, in Wise County, and started life together with reasonable prospects of happiness and usefulness before them. But how uncertain are the things pertaining to this world! A large number of friends of the deceased and the sorrowing ones assembled to show their love and sympathy. I was impressed with the importance of the teaching of our blessed Master, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness," and again with that of the apostle Paul: "If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable." Sister Manning will be missed in the family circle, in the church, and by the many friends that she leaves behind, and especially by a loving companion who needs her help so much in caring for the sweet little babe that was born to them just four days before her death. Brother Holloway will be remembered by many readers of the Gospel Advocate, especially by the brethren in Obion County and adjoining counties, in Tennessee, as a faithful preacher of the primitive gospel. He has accomplished much both in Texas and Tennessee in the Lord's vineyard. May the Lord bless him and his faithful wife in this sad bereavement, and may the brothers and sisters in the flesh and all the sorrowing ones look up through their tears to Him who is able to give them strength and comfort in this sore trial. J. A. Cunningham. Gospel Advocate, April 25, 1918, page 407. Manning, J. O. J. O. Manning was born July 24, 1869; died at his home in Whitlock, Tenn., December 26, 1936. He is survived by his wife (Fannie Work Manning), one son, and two daughters. For many years Brother Manning was a successful businessman at Whitlock, where he was loved and honored by the entire town. Several years ago he secured the use of the Methodist church house, and I went to Whitlock and held a meeting that resulted in starting the congregation that worships there now. Brother Manning was able and willing to lead in any and all of the services of the church. Under his leadership the work of the Lord prospered. When he died, Whitlock lost one of its best citizens, his home lost a loyal husband and a devoted father, and the church lost one of its best leaders. J. O. Manning was clean in life, honest in business, humble in heart, and very firm in his convictions, and tried to be loyal to the Lord at any cost. His passing has removed from the brotherhood a splendid type of Christian character. I. A. Douthitt. Gospel Advocate, March 3, 1938, page 214. Mannon, Benjamin Tazwell Memorial services for Benjamin Tazwell Mannon were held June 2, at the church building in Floyd, Va. The minister, David Roach, conducted the services. The burial took place in the Mannon Cemetery. This hard-working man, Christian and well-known citizen is survived by three children, their spouses, nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. His wife preceded him in death on July 11, 1983. They had lived full and useful lives, coming to their graves "in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in his season." More than natural affection, there was a heritage of faith never far from expression that continued to give meaning and direction to our lives and hope for our future. Debtors to our parents we will always be for their love and sacrifice. Especially to our children and grandchildren we shall be continually called to bequeath a righteous influence we pray shall flourish until Jesus comes again. C. E. Mannon. Gospel Advocate, August 15, 1985, page 506. Mannon, Bruce Anthony Bruce Anthony Mannon, 28, was electrocuted when his ladder touched a high voltage line July 9. A football, basketball and baseball star in high school, an accomplished brick mason, he seemed to have a boundless capacity and desire to help others. His death was untimely in so many ways. Bruce and his wife, Anita, were planning to move in the next few days into the house they had been building for two years. They were expecting their third child within a month. Several of his co-workers expressed their admiration for Bruce's Christian behavior while working in the often ungodly environment of a state university. Many others have had to examine their lives and deal with their own mortality. We have been overwhelmed with the outpouring of love and concern, and as much as possible under such circumstances have been comforted and uplifted. We thank you so much. Roger Mannon. Gospel Advocate, September 5, 1985, page 540. Mannon, Philip Arthur Philip Arthur Mannon drowned March 14 on a solo canoe trip down Little River in Floyd County, Va. His body was recovered April 9 and his funeral conducted April 12 by Larry Phillips and B. B. James at the building of the Christiansburg church, where the largest assembly ever there witnessed was gathered. Burial followed in nearby Sunset cemetery. Twenty-two years old and on the threshold of manhood. Phil loved adventure with a daring that would have equipped him for any mission field in the world. I baptized Phil on July 4, 1965 in Greenville, N.C., where he came with his parents and stayed for a vacation with my boys. He is survived by his parents, Howard and Alma Mannon and two brothers, Roger and Bruce, all members of the church. How quickly the drama of our years unfolds and how tragic it seems for one to be cut off so soon, but we are accepting and grateful for those years of togetherness and self-fulfillment. C. E. Mannon. Gospel Advocate, June 5, 1975 page 367. Mannon, Philip Arthur On March 14, my brother set out in a canoe on flood swollen Little River, and as happened to his Biblical namesake, "the Spirit of the Lord caught away Philip." Philip Arthur Mannon was born January 10, 1953. He was baptized on July 4, 1965. He was one of the original members of the church now meeting at Floyd, Va. He had been a talented high school athlete. He led singing on occasion and sang bass and tenor. Philip was well loved and generous to the point of literally giving the clothes off his back to those in need. The generosity he showed in his life was reciprocated in this death by the friends who searched continually for twenty-six days until his body was found, and who kept the painful daily vigil with the family. Funeral services were held at Christiansburg by B. B. James and Larry Philips. Over four hundred people were in attendance. As painful as this departure is, it has renewed our appreciation for the depth of compassion and concern that our brethren show in times of distress, and has renewed our awareness of the certainty of death and the glory of eternal reward in heaven. Roger Mannon. Gospel Advocate, June 12, 1975, page 383. Mannon, Roxie T. Roxie T. Mannon was born in another century, May 2, 1898, and lived through most of this one until July 11, 1983 but now belongs to the ages. Our mother was 85 years old when death came quickly to claim her body while her spirit took its flight into the regions beyond. Roxie Clifton Thompson Mannon was the third generation in a family of American pioneers who embraced the restoration plea in this area and remained genuinely dedicated thereto, leaving a loving example to her husband, one daughter and two sons (all Christians) and their families and the inspiration to succeeding generations to follow. Because she loved the God of the Bible, the Christ of the Bible, and the Church of the Bible, her grandson was able to represent and read at her funeral of the "unfeigned faith" that dwelt in his mother and grandmother. (2 Timothy 2:12.) Moreover, of his great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, Dale Mannon can claim a restoration legacy antedating the Civil War when the medical doctor Chester Bullard was ministered to the body and soul of southwest Virginians in and around Snowville, near Radford, Va. Having read and studied himself out of sectarianism, and accepting the Bible as his only guide, Dr. Bullard succeeded in turning many to righteousness and establishing numerous congregations in southwest Virginia. Always grateful for her heritage of faith (e. g., she read and kept her copies of the Gospel Advocate for over half a century) Mom's ultimate question to her family and others was: "What does the Bible say?" An avid student of the Holy Scriptures, she ceased not to speak of them to her family and others and to live them to the extent that we persuaded in that day when the books shall be opened and the small and great of earth shall stand together a fair and beautiful page shall reveal the name of one whose ultimate purpose was to so live as to make heaven her eternal home and to take with her all who were interested and preparing to go. Memorial services July 13 also involved Dan Easter and Lewis Mikell who gave comforting emphasis to the beauty of living as exemplified in flowers and to dying the death of the righteous. Burial followed in the Mannon Cemetery, near the writer's residence. We sorrow not as others who have no hope. C. E. Mannon., Floyd, Va 24091. Gospel Advocate, November 27, 1983, page 696. Mansell, Nancy Jane Sister Nancy Jane Mansell died on December 3, 1909, in Wilbarger County, Texas, where she and family had lived for some time, at the age of fifty-five years. She was a daughter of James and Elizabeth Pharris, and was born in Jackson County, Tenn. She survived her father fifty-three years; her mother, one year; and her husband several years. She was married to William J. Mansell, of Jackson County, Tenn., and to this union nine children were born, all of whom are grown and six of whom are married, and all were present at her death. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Karnes, in Texas, long ago. She was faithful and obedient to God, but, as others, not without fault. She was all that "mother" means to her children or that "helpmate" means to her husband. She was sister to the writer and our only brother, who long ago died at the age of twenty-one yearsLouis Pharris. She was one of my three sisters, and the second one to die, which leaves only two of my father's family livingAmanda Massters, of Newport, Ark., and myself. We, lonely, look up to God and weep, but in faith, hope, and love, thanking him for the multitude of his loving-kindnesses and tender mercies upon both the living and the dead of ours and others, and pray God to care for the bereaved children of my dear sister as he has done for her and all others. Ah, we are coming, too, I hope, into the family union of the happiest, where there is neither distance nor parting, and where neither widowhood, orphans, poverty, disappointments, sin, sickness, sorrow, pain, nor death ever come. Hiram Pharris., Gainesboro, Tenn. Gospel Avocate, January 13, 1910, page 55. Mansur, Martha Anna Mrs. Algernon Mansur was born December 21, 1858, in Sullivan County, Mo., as Martha Anna, the daughter of Thomas Dee and Elizabeth Minnis. She passed away September 4, 1937, at Elk City, Okla. She was married to Algernon Mansur at Millville, Mo., May 3, 1885. To this union five children were born, all of whom survive her. They are: Mrs. W. W. Brewer, Weatherford, Okla.; Harl D. Mansur, Elk City, Okla.; Warren A. Mansur, Houston, Texas; Minnis A. Mansur, Lawton, Okla.; Estle T. Mansur, Wewoka, Okla. Her husband preceded her in death July 11, 1936. They had lived together for over fifty-one years. She is also survived by two brothers, Johnnie W. Minnis and Dee Warren Minnis, of Bogard, Mo., and one sister, Mrs. J. E. Magerl, of Elk City, Okla. She and her husband came to Oklahoma from Missouri in 1901 and settled on a claim six miles north of Elk City, where their family was reared. In 1921 she moved, with her family, to Elk City where she has resided since. Sister Mansur became a Christian while a young girl and was faithful for over sixty years. With her husband, she reared five children, all of whom are strong, active workers in their respective congregations. Several of her sons are now elders. She was one of the charter members of the Elk City Church. Many have been converted through her influence. She was a daily student of the Bible and had many chapters memorized. She always talked about the church and stood ready to do anything to see it grow. Her kindness in helping the poor and unfortunate was known to many. Her funeral was held at the church in Elk City, September 5, with John H. Banister in charge. Gospel Advocate, September 30, 1937, page 935. Mansur, W. Earl W. Earl Mansur was born on Sept. 2, 1918 at Purcell, Okla., and was baptized on June 7, 1930 just three months short of his 12th birthday. His father, W. H. Mansur, being a preacher before him, encouraged him to start preaching less than two years after he obeyed the gospel. He preached his first sermon on May 22, 1932. He obtained his education in the public schools of Oklahoma, and a BA degree from Oklahoma East Central Teachers College at Ada. He began full-time local work at Drumright, Okla., in 1939. He worked with congregations in Oklahoma, Arkansas, California, Texas, Georgia, Wisconsin, Arizona, Nevada and Missouri. On Sept. 3, 1945 he was married to Gladys M. Lynch. To this union were born three childrenCindee, Lindee, and one son, Jeffery Earl. Brother Mansur was a preacher of "The Faith." He kept an exact record in a diary of the sermon topics he used everywhere he preached. An examination of those records shows that he preached on "The Faith" many more times than he did any other topic. He was truly a contender of the faith. Once he was challenged to meet the all-time champion debater of the Free Will Baptists ranks, I. W. Yandell; he accepted that challenge. If Brother Mansur had preached just two more Lord's days he would have preached a full 49 years. His last sermon was preached on May 24 at the Southside church in Ozark, Mo., where he had been working since the first of February of this year. He died suddenly of a heart attack. He is survived by his wife Gladys, Jess, the son, Cindee Stockstill of Senatobia, Miss., and Lindee Wade of Memphis, Tenn.; one granddaughter, of 17 months, Daisha Lynne Stockstill, a half brother Charles P. Mansur of Purcell, Okla., and a half sister Esther Lynch of Kingston, Okla. The writer and Paul Johnson of Springfield, Mo., conducted the funeral services at the Southside church building at Ozark, Mo., June 1. The house was filled with friends and loved ones. Another staunch defender and preacher of the old paths has gone. For 62 years he belonged to us; now he belongs to the ages. He will be long remembered, and the memory of him cherished. He was a friend closer than a brother. The body was laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery just north of Ozark, Mo. L. W. Mayo., Wagoner, Okla. Gospel Advocate, July 16, 1981, page 443. Mansur, William Henry On March 13, at Van Nuys, Calif., William Henry Mansur departed this life. He is survived by his wife, Sister Una Lee Mansur, two sons, W. Earl and Charles Porter, one daughter, Mrs. Esther Lynch, and seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. He leaves a son and son-in-law as elders of the church and a son, and grandson as preachers of the gospel. W. Earl Mansur is serving as preacher in Conoga Park, Calif., and his grandson is serving as preacher in Asher, Okla. Brother Mansur was active in preaching the gospel for more than forty years. I met Brother Mansur many years ago when I was but a lad. His knowledge of the Bible and love for the church was of much benefit to me as a young preacher. Funeral services were conducted in Reseda, Calif., March 14. Glenn Wallace read passages from the scriptures and led a prayer and the writer read the obituary and preached a short sermon. Brother Mansur's body will be placed in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa, Okla. He was eighty years, one month and eight days old at his passing. John W. Wilson. Gospel Advocate, April 11, 1957, page 239. Manuel, Mrs. Blake M. Mrs. Blake M. Manuel, Hallsville, Texas, was born October 13, 1869, near Woodlawn, Texas; resided in Hallsville, Harrison County, for well over fifty years; departed this life April 13, 1943, after a short illness. She was baptized many years ago by Jim Dunn. She was a faithful, patient, Christian woman, who will be remembered by many preachers who have visited her home for her fine Christian character and thoughtfulness to others. Her humble home was always open to preachers of the gospel and to anyone interested in advancing the cause of Christ. Sister Manuel had been a regular subscriber to the Gospel Advocate for as long as I can remember, which is about thirty years, and I think she nearly always renewed her subscription in March each year. Blakely Campbell., 507 North First, Longview, Texas. Gospel Advocate, May 13, 1943, page 450. Maples, Anna Bell Mathis Miss Anna Bell Mathis was born at St. Joseph, Mo., March 17, 1875; departed this life December 21, 1938. She came to Ripley County with her parents at the age of four. She was married to W. S. Maples on July 22, 1897. To this union were born nine children, of whom four have preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, three sons (Cornelius, of Detroit, Mich.; Chester, of Naylor, Mo.; and Acel, of St. Joseph, Mo.), two daughters (Mrs. Maudie Spragues, of East St. Louis, Ill., and Mrs. Goldie Earnheart, of Dupo, Ill.), eleven grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends. Death occurred in Dupo, Ill., where she was visiting in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Goldie Earnheart. She obeyed the gospel early in life, and ever after lived a faithful, consecrated, Christian life. She was loved by all who knew her. She was a friend to the friendless and a mother to the motherless. L. W. Hinson. Gospel Advocate, January 12, 1939, page 46. Maples, Blanche Mrs. Blanche Maples, long-time resident of Paint Rock, Ala., and a faithful Christian, died on January 2, 1975. She is survived by her daughter, Miss Audrey Bartlett. Sister Maples was a devout and godly woman; one who loved the word of God and those who faithfully preach it. She loved people and in return people loved and trusted her. She was a wise counselor, and many sought her wisdom. Her home had an open door. The welfare of the church was her deep concern. She was a close and constant student of the Bible. For many years the church at Paint Rock revolved around Sister Maples. No doubt clouded her thinking. She believed in and implicitly trusted her Lord. Though dead, her influence for good will live on. Leonard Johnson. Gospel Advocate, February 6, 1975, page 95. Maples, John Calvin John Calvin Maples, son of Mr. and Mrs. James N. Maples, was born on September 30, 1860, and grew to manhood in Jackson County, Alabama. He became a Christian early in lifein 1875, I thinkand he lived a Christian till the day of his death, December 5, 1931. A cancer caused his death. He followed farming as an occupation, but carried some other business with it after he went to Texas in 1893, where he lived in Eastland County for thirty-eight years. He kept bees, worked at the carpenter's trade, and raised stock, and during the last twenty-five years of his life he was engaged in merchandising. He was patient, diligent, honest, truthful, and trustworthy, always abounding in good works and always successful in his undertakings. He was twice married. On December 22, 1878, he married Martha Jane Guffey, and to this union were born five sons. She died in July, 1886, in the full triumph of a living faith. In August, 1887, he married Melissa Thrift, who survives him. They reared eleven children, all well respected, good citizens, whom he leaves, with a host of good friends to mourn his untimely passing. He rests from his labors, and his works do follow. It was my privilege to be a neighbor to him and a member of the same congregation in Alabama till 1889. The cause of Christ loses an ardent member and the State of Texas a good citizen. F. B. Kennamer. Gospel Advocate, March 10, 1932, page 318. Maples, William Brother William Maples was born on August 20, 1834, and died at the home of his son, Conway Maples, in Wyatt, Miss., on November 12, 1913. Funeral services were held in the Thyatira meetinghouse, with burial in the Thyatira Cemetery, on November 13, in the afternoon. Brother Maples' first marriage was on March 2, 1854, when he was wedded to Miss Nancy Rose. This companion dying in 1880, he was again united in marriage on July 31, 1881, to Mrs. America Ann Gibson, whose family name was "Conway." He served three years in the Confederate Army, enlisting in Company I of the Thirty-fourth Mississippi Regiment, and was wounded at the battle of Perryville, Ky. In the spring of 1870, under the preaching of Brother W. A. Crum, Brother Maples was baptized and became associated in fellowship with the congregation at Thyatira. Brother Maples was a man of very marked natural traits of character; clear of perception, and great in energy, perseverance, and will power. If he had enjoyed the advantages of an education in early life, he would have become a prominent leader of men in any vocation which he might have chosen. We are probably safe in saying that in the case of Brother Maples, as in the case of so many others, society and the cause of Christ have lost greatly through the neglect of this education. He was naturally capable of doing great things for the cause of his Redeemer. As the case was, he did what he could, and was at all times and everywhere an earnest and zealous advocate of the faith which he espoused in his baptism. His memory will be cherished by his brethren and friends. Lee Jackson. Gospel Advocate, January 29, 1914, page 156. Marable, John T. Brother John T. Marable was born, near Clarksville, Tenn., on November 9, 1846. In 1864 he was married to Miss Missouri Edwards. He obeyed the gospel in Texas, in 1884. After spending many years in service to God and humanity and as a devoted husband and father, he departed this life, at his home, Jordan Springs, Tenn.., on December 16, 1922. At this place he spent many years as a successful merchant. He is survived by his wife and only daughter, Mrs. T. J. Shelby, also two half brothers and a half sister. He was a member of the Masonic and Odd Fellow fraternities. He died with the hope of an eternal home with God. May the Lord bless as he sees best the bereaved family and all who mourn his death. J. J. Reynolds. Gospel Advocate, June 21, 1923, page 610. Marable, Missouri Anne Edwards Miss Missouri Anne Edwards was born on September 4, 1848. She was married in 1864 to Brother John T. Marable, whom she survived only three years, his death being on December 16, 1922. Death visited the home at Jordan Springs, Tenn., taking beloved Sister Marable on February 6, 1926. For many years she had been a member of the church of Christ. Funeral services were conducted at the Seventh and Franklin Streets Church, in Clarksville, by F. P. Taylor, and the body was laid away in Greenwood Cemetery. She is survived by one daughter, Sister T. J. Shelby, of Jordan Springs; one granddaughter and one great-grandson, Sister James J. Reynolds and Joseph Melvin Reynolds, of Glasgow, Ky.; three brothers, Will, Andrew, and Brother Jeff Edwards; and two sisters, Sister H. H. Marable and Sister M. E. Page. May the Lord bless her relatives and many friends. James J. Reynolds. Gospel Advocate, March 18, 1926, page 258. March, Emily Sister Emily March was born on November 1, 1868, and passed to her reward on February 17, 1920. When thirteen years old she put on Christ in baptism, and lived faithful unto death. Her maiden name was "Emily Crocker," and she was married to John W. March on December 25, 1884. She is survived by the husband, three children, four grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Sister March was adorned "in the incorruptible apparel of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price." The Antioch congregation at Schochoh, Ky., lost in her death one of its best members. Funeral services were conducted over her remains by the writer of this, after which she was laid away in the Whippoorwill burying ground at Schochoh. She rests from her labors, and her works follow her. Herbert E. Winkler. Gospel Advocate, August 12, 1920, page 800. Marchbanks, Margaret Miss Margaret Marchbanks has left this world for her eternal home. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dillard Marchbanks of Algood, Tenn. She was born on November 24, 1891; departed this life on August 30, 1910. She leaves behind a loving father, mother, two sisters, two brothers, besides a host of friends and relatives, to mourn their loss. O, how sad it was to give her up! But God's will, not ours be done. Funeral services were conducted at Officer's Chapel by Brother John T. Ramsey, of Owensboro, Ky., at which place her remains were laid away to await the judgment. (Miss) Johnnie Lee Martin. Gospel Advocate, December 22, 1910, page 1438. Marcrom, Harold Denton Harold Denton Marcrom, son of J. J. and Hattie Marcrom, was born on January 5, 1895, and died on the morning of August 18, 1926, following an illness of several months' duration. Although he suffered from one of the most dreaded of all diseases, yet a more patient sufferer, I think, could not be found. He was always smiling and almost never complaining. He seldom seemed despondent or discouraged about his condition until about three days before the end came. When it appeared certain that he must soon be going, he said he was ready, and his chief concern was for those of his family he was leaving. He gave instructions as to how he should like for everything to be carried out. Harold obeyed the gospel at the age of about sixteen, under the preaching of Brother L. L. Yeagley. He lived the life of a consecrated Christian, and was faithful and punctual in attending the regular Lord's-day services as long as his health would permit. He was a good tenor singer and enjoyed singing. On December 24, 1919, Harold was united in marriage to Miss Willie Pearl Call, a splendid young Christian woman of his home community. To this union two little boys were bornH. D., Jr., and Luke Lea. He leaves his good wife and two little boys, his father, stepmother, four sisters, and one brother, besides a host of friends, to mourn their loss. But they are not as those who are without hope, for we all feel that our loss is Harold's gain. His funeral was attended by a very large number of friends and relatives. The funeral was conducted by Brother W. B. West, Jr. After all was done that loving hands could do, all that was mortal of the once active body was laid to rest in the Prairie Plains Cemetery to await the judgment. Mrs. W. P. Willis. Gospel Advocate, January 6, 1927, page 22. / February 17, 1927, page 163. Marcrom, John John Marcrom, an aged minister of the gospel and for many years a member of the Haldeman Avenue Church, died Mach 14, 1941, in a Louisville hospital, of burns and shock which he received on the day before his death when the house in which he lived burned down. In his early manhood Brother Marcrom spent many years studying under McGarvey and Grubbs in the Bible School at Lexington, Ky. He had received two or three scholastic degrees, was the author of three or four booklets on religious subjects, had a thorough knowledge of New Testament Greek, and during a long period of his life did evangelistic work in Central and Eastern Kentucky. A funeral service was held on Sunday afternoon, March 16, which an unusually large crowd attended, and the body was laid to rest in Eastern Cemetery, Louisville, Ky. Cecil B. Douthitt., Louisville, Ky. Gospel Advocate, March 27, 1941, page 311. Maris, Ada De On Saturday, Nov. 18, death visited Rogers, Ark., and called to her rest one of our most faithful sistersMrs. Ada De Maris. She was well known in more states than one. She was the daughter of J. G. Lipscomb, who is connected, I think, with the same family that Brother D. Lipscomb, of the Gospel Advocate is. Sister Maris was born in Madison county, Ky., April 22, 1847, and was educated at Daughter's College, Harrodsburg, Ky., and graduated June 30, 1865. Then she went to Tuscola, Ill., where her family had previously gone, and where she was married to W. H. H. Maris Aug. 14, 1867. Four years later they came to Winfield, Kansas, where Brother Maris conducted a very successful business for several years. The first church in Winfield he built entirely from his own means, and supported it for years until other faithful brethren came to his assistance. But a bad investment, as is often the case, resulted in the loss of his wealth. He then moved his family to Pea Ridge, Ark., hoping to regain his health, but died June 1, 1887. Since his death Sister Maris has been striving hard to care for and educate her five children, and has borne her heavy burden without a murmur. She has certainly come up through "great tribulation," and will be remembered by her "work of faith, and labor of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ." No words of praise could well exaggerate her purity of life and Christian character. Would that the church had all as good as she! John T. Hinds. Gospel Advocate, December 7, 1893, page 781. Markum, Antheam Bogle Sister Antheam Bogle Markum was born in 1871 and died on November 19, 1913. She was forty-three years old at death. She obeyed the gospel in the fall of 1885. She was married to T. T. Markum on September 17, 1887, and to this union nine children were borneight girls and one boy. She was a good Christian, a good companion, a good mother and neighbor. She leaves her husband and children, two brothers and two or three sisters, three sons-in-law, some grandchildren, and many friends to mourn her death. She was laid to rest in the graveyard at Pleasant Ridge Church, in Cannon County, Tenn., and the writer spoke words of comfort and encouragement to the large crowd that attended the burial. I would say to the husband and children not to weep as those that have no hope. L. L. Melton. Gospel Advocate, June 4, 1914, page 626. Marler, Mary John Ann Denby Mary John Ann Denby was born in Warren County, Tenn., where she lived and died. She was married June 21, 1893, to J. A. Marler. Of this union, two daughtersMrs. John Hoover, Detroit, Mich., and Miss Florene Marler, McMinnville, Tenn.were born. She obeyed the gospel years ago, under the preaching of the lamented T. B. Larimore, and was as nearly a model Christian wife and mother as it has ever been my privilege and pleasure to know. Funeral services conducted by the writer, were held from the meetinghouse of the church at McMinnville, August 29, and the body was laid to rest in the River View Cemetery, McMinnville. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, her aged mother, several sisters, two brothers, and a host of friends, who mourn her departure. For a number of years Sister Marler's health was very poor, but just as long as she could go she was never absent from the worshiping assembly whenever there was a meeting for worship. As a Christian, she was ever faithful; as a wife, she was a helpmeet indeed; as a mother, she was devoted to her God-given task. Precious is the memory of such a woman. T. Q. Martin., McMinnville, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, October 28, 1937, page 1031. Marler, Michael M. Michael M. Marler was born in Warren County, Tenn., on July 21, 1858, and died on March 30, 1923, at his home, Nashville, Tenn. He married Peno Womack in his young manhood. To this union were born twelve children; four died in infancy and eight are now livingfive daughters and three sonsand all married. The mother of his children died several years ago, and he married Lucy Bauma, with whom he lived thirteen years to a day. There were no children born to this union. So he leaves a widow and eight children to make further preparation and serve a little longer before they are called to meet him. He was baptized by old Brother Jesse L. Sewell when he was sixteen years old, and served faithfully until the summons came to go home to the mansions above. Brother Marler had many noble traits of character; these all he learned from Christ, the Lord. Among these many admirable qualities was his cheerful disposition. He dispensed sunshine everywhere he went, and had a kind, encouraging word for every one. Naturally he had many friends who loved him. Besides his wife and children, he leaves two brothersAlex. Marler, of McMinnville, Tenn., and D. A. Marler, of South Dakota; and three sistersMrs. Sallie Hennessee, of McMinnville, Tenn.; Mrs. Martha Hale, of North Dakota; and Mrs. Mary Ann Sanders, of Iowa. Brother W. S. Moody and H. Leo Boles spoke words of comfort and encouragement to the grief-stricken family and sorrowing friends, at the Twelfth Avenue church of Christ, in Nashville, Tenn. H. Leo Boles. Gospel Advocate, April 12, 1923, page 361. Marler, Peno On January 2, 1909, Sister Peno Marler passed away. She was forty-six years old. She was reared by Primitive Baptist parents; but when she heard the gospel in its purity, she expressed her faith in the Lord by obeying his commands. It is always expected of children who are reared in Christian homes to do this; but for one to come as did Sister Marler is a delightful exception to the rule. She was baptized by Brother Elijah Preston twenty years ago. While it is hard to see loved ones thus taken away, yet we sorrow not as those whose hopes are buried in the dust. Our hopes are centered in Him who by his own glorious triumph over death has given to the sons of men a pledge of that final victory when those that are in the grave shall hear his voice and come forth. The laborer is now at rest. She has laid her armor down by the bank of the river and has gone to receive that crown which shines transcendent with immortal glory. Our sister's labors have not been in vain; and while she has been removed from these scenes of sorrow and unrest, yet the result of her life work shall remain, a monument to the power and influence of the Name she loved so well. She realized that death was near, so she called the family around and told them she must soon leave them, but that to be a absent from them was to be present with the Lord. The light of a glorious hope illumed her face. She leaves behind a sorrowing husband and several children. May we all remember her noble life, and may we so live that we may meet her in the new Jerusalem. Elda J. Pinegar. Gospel Advocate, March 11, 1909, page 314. Marlin, Mrs. Finas Sister Finas Marlin died on May 5, 1909, after having been injured in the fearful storm of April 29, which wrought wreck and ruin to their home, leaving hardly a vestige of the building remaining. It was literally blown away. Her husband, Brother Marlin, received very serious injuries at the same time, and for days it was hardly thought he could survive the shock of both mind and body. The loss of all he had and the loss of half his family was certainly a great calamity. Two boys were blown away into the swollen stream near where the dwelling stood, and were either drowned or killed before getting into the water. Another boy was so badly injured that he died two days after. The father and the mother were both carried to a hospital in Nashville, where sister Marlin died the next day after getting there, and her body was brought back and buried in the Boston Cemetery beside her three boys who lost their lives in consequence of the storm. The survivors of the stricken family have the sympathy of the entire community. Hundreds gave evidence of their interest by their attendance at the funeral exercises, which were held at the place of burial. Sister Marlin was a member of the congregation worshiping at Boston. She leaves behind her a maimed husband and six children. May God in his goodness and mercy bless them and sustain them in this great affliction which has befallen them. The ways of God's providence are past finding out; but we know that "all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." James E. Scobey. Gospel Advocate, June 3, 1909, page 692. Marlin, J. T. J. T. Marlin died Aug. 4. He was 78. Marlin was born Sept. 23, 1914, in Boston, Tenn. He married Ora McBroom Nov. 26, 1933, in Franklin, Ky. He moved to Oklahoma in 1942, beginning a lifelong work as minister for churches of Christ in Tennessee, Indiana, Kentucky, Texas and Oklahoma. He later moved to Shawnee, Okla., to serve as minister of the Central Church of Christ from 1942-45. Marlin returned to Shawnee in 1958, remaining there until 1962. He then moved to Duncan, Okla., and stayed until 1975, at which time he moved to Tulsa, Okla. He preached there until 1989. His wife died January of the same year. He was a member of North Heights Church of Christ in Bixby, Okla. He is survived by a son, Jerry; a daughter, Sue Garner; a brother, R. Z.; a sister, Mrs. Merle Carlisle; and five grandchildren. Memorials may be sent to Asia Minor Mission Work, Central Church of Christ, Box 1782, Ardmore, OK 73402. Gospel Advocate, September, 1993, page 57. Marlin, J. T. J. T. Marlin, 78, died Aug. 4, 1993. He was born to R. D. and Bertha Marlin Sept. 23, 1914, in Boston, Tenn. Marlin received his Bible training at Freed-Hardeman University, Henderson, Tenn. His first local work was in Anderson, Ind., followed by local work in Oklahoma, Tennessee, Kentucky and Texas, before going into full-time meeting and mission work. He conducted more than 530 gospel meetings, preaching in 47 states, and 27 countries and baptizing more than 10,000 souls. Marlin wrotePlain Gospel Preaching, Seven Churches of Asia Minor and Bible Lands Illustrated, plus a produced a video about the Seven Churches. He conducted some of the first vacation Bible schools with the largest being more than 1,200 in attendance in Dickson, Tenn. Marlin was preceded in death by his wife, Ora, in 1989, and a sister, Jewell Peach. He is survived by a son, Jerry of Tulsa, Okla.; a daughter, Sue Garner of Temple, Okla.; a sister, Merle Carlisle of Franklin, Tenn.; a brother, R. Z. Marlin of Franklin, Tenn.; and five grandchildren. Speakers at the memorial service included Jerry Marlin, Robert Perry, Hershel Dyer, Paul Dehoff, Jesse Whitlock and Milton Smith; Buddy Truesdale lead singing. W. R. (Bill) Craig and Noble Patterson spoke at the cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to the Seven Churches of Asia Mission Fund, c/o Central Church of Christ, P. O. Box 2462, Ardmore, OK 73401 Gospel Advocate, March, 1994, page 42. Marlin, Ora Ora Marlin died Jan. 21 at Tulsa, Okla. Funeral services were held Jan. 24 at Shawnee, Okla., William Mardell Lynch, presiding. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, J. T. Marlin; a son, Jerry, of Tulsa, Okla.; a daughter, Sue Garner, of Duncan, Okla.; three sisters, Rosa Bullington of Old Hickory, Tenn., Ila Roberts of Gallatin, Tenn., and Geneva Schmidt of Cookeville, Tenn.; a brother, Frank McBroom, of Cookeville, Tenn.; and five grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Churches of Asia Mission Fund, Bellwood Church of Christ, Murfreesboro, TN 37130. Gospel Advocate, June, 1989, page 42. Marsh, Clara It is with a sad heart I chronicle the death of our beloved sister. She searched the scriptures and became a believer many years before she had the opportunity to confess Christ. Sister Clara Marsh was born in the year 1831, in Bath county, Ky. She came to Arkansas and in the year 1887 she obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Bro. B. Rose. Sister Marsh was a true Christian, a devote wife and a kind mother. She departed this life February 28, '88. She died with the full assurance of meeting her God in peace. She left a husband and a darling daughter to grieve for her. They knew that their brightest light had gone out. They both obeyed the gospel at the same meeting that she did. Mrs. M. E. Dice. Gospel Advocate, November 7, 1888, page 15. Marshall, Bessie Carter Bessie Carter was born at Lafayette, Tenn. on February 8, 1886; became a Christian under the preaching of F. B. Srygley several years ago; married Jesse Marshall on October 31, 1906; and died on July 17, 1907, after being sick only a day and night. Brother J. W. Shepherd preached her funeral, and she was buried by the side of her grandfather, G. L. Walton, who preceded her to his reward only a few weeks. Her father, W. H. Carter, was for years editor of the Highland Preacher, and is known to the readers of the Gospel Advocate. In a private letter from her father, I quote the following: "We are under a very dark cloud, and were it not for the glorious rays of hope that come to us through the blessed gospel of Christ, the idea of losing her would be unbearable. But she loved the Lord and his cause, and showed her faith by her works. You know something of the great sacrifice she made in helping me in the printing office. . . . She lived a faithful Christian till the day of her death. This precious thought is very comforting to us." I have been in Brother Carter's home through many meetings, and have known Bessie from childhood. She was a good and dutiful child, and later in life was a good Christian. She brought much sunshine into the hearts of her parents, brothers, and sisters. She worked in the printing office for her father for about eight years, and thus, while he was unable to preach from the pulpit, she helped him to preach the gospel through his paper. Brother and Sister Carter now have another golden link on the "other shore" to draw them closer to God. Half of their children have gone to their reward. I believe they will meet their loved ones on the "happy, golden shore." May God bless them and lead them to where the "skies are always clear," and may he lead her young and grief-stricken husband into the life of a Christian, and at last to the "saints' eternal home." L. S. White. Gospel Advocate, December 26, 1907, page 826. Marshall, Mrs. B. T Sister B. T. Marshall laid down the burden of life on January 24, 1916, and went to her eternal home. She was married at the age of twenty-four. Left a widow within a few years, she raised her only daughter to be a comfort to her. Soon after her marriage this daughter died, leaving an infant daughter and her husband alone. Sister Marshall's great concern about this granddaughter's training seemed to fill her with desire to live longer, but her purpose was greater than her power of endurance. Sister Marshall was fond of the Gospel Advocate and was always careful to notify the publishers when her address was changed. She gave liberally to it appeals for extending the circulation, lived a prayerful life, and kept the faith. When discouraged and saddened by circumstances unavoidable, she looked to the word of God for comfort. May we all continue in faith and prayer as did she. Gospel Advocate, May 11, 1916, page 484. Marshall, J. W. Brother J. W. Marshall was born on May 18, 1836, and on May 10, 1915, at the home of his daughter, Sister George Crook, near Lebanon, Tenn., after having been sick for several weeks, when all was done that the faithful physician, devoted children, and kind neighbors and friends could do, the dark-winged angel, "Death," bore his spirit away to the realms of eternal rest. On December 10, 1867, he was married to Lucretia Proctor, who preceded him to the spirit world some years ago. During the War between the States Brother Marshall enlisted in the Confederate Army and served through this awful conflict. He was greatly loved by all the surviving soldiers of his company. About thirty-three years ago he decided to enlist in the Christian's warfare, and under the preaching of Brother E. H. Rodgers he obeyed the gospel of Christ, and in this struggle he was faithful until death. He was the senior elder of this congregation at Antioch, in Trousdale County, Tenn., and was loved by all the congregations. Quiet and very unassuming, never speaking disparagingly of any one (if he could not speak well of any one, he never spoke at all), he went through life the friend of everybody. In the presence of a vast concourse of friends, his remains were laid to rest by the side of his wife, in the little graveyard at Antioch church house, to await the resurrection morn. George W. Farmer. Gospel Advocate, February 3, 1916, page 122. Marshall, Mamie Crabtree Sister Mamie Crabtree Marshall, beloved daughter of Dr. and Sister R. F. Crabtree and loving wife of Brother Witt Marshall, of Gamaliel, Ky., passed to her beautiful home with Jesus on November 25, 1923. She was born on April 25, 1896, and obeyed the gospel at the age of sixteen. On June 4, 1911, she was married to Brother Witt Marshall, at 2:40 P.M., the hour of the day on which she died, and in each instance the day was Sunday. Mamie was the first of a family of eleven children to cross to the other side. She was a lover of the Lord and faithful in her attendance at his services. Her life was a blessing to all who knew her, and none save Brother Marshall himself can know what her life meant to him. Her mortal remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Gamaliel on November 27, after a funeral service held in the presence of a host of friends and her husband, parents, brothers and sisters, by the writer of these lines, who had known and loved Mamie all her life. After a few more days of waiting we shall go to be with her in the sinless land to which the Lord will call us as he has called her. May the Lord bless and keep in his love all those who mourn. M. L. Moore. Gospel Advocate, December 27, 1923, page 1258. Marshall, Sarah Sister Sarah Marshall died in the triumph of a living faith in Independence county, Ark., July 30, 1888. Sister Marshall was born and raised in Monroe county, Ga., and was married to John W. Marshall Nov. 7, 1838, and became a member of the church of Christ 1872, of which she lived a consistent member up to her death. She leaves several children and grandchildren to mourn their loss, (not hers) for we know our loss is her eternal gain. Sister Marshall was a kind and good mother, a devoted Christian; those who knew her best loved her most. James H. McDaniel., Aug. 11, '88. Gospel Advocate, August 22, 1888, page 11. Mart, William J. Brother William J. Mart was born in 1829, and departed this life on November 30, 1905, being about seventy-six years old. He became a Christian about thirty-five years ago, and has been faithful and loyal to God ever since. His membership was with the Bordley congregation, where he lived. The Lord was good to Brother Mart, giving him a long and useful life and blessing him with the care of much of this world's wealth; but he was also "rich in good works, willing to communicate, ready to distribute, laying up for himself a good foundation against the time to come." He gave away much to the cause of Christ. The church will miss him in the worship, but one more place in heaven, we believe, will be occupied. Brother Mart was kind and gentle to all, and he had a great influence for Christ with those who would hear his instruction and be influenced by his daily walk. He leaves three childrenone daughter, and two sonsall grown. The daughter is a Christian, but the sons are not. We pray and hope that they may prepare to meet their father in the better world. Harvey S. Nelson., Boxville, Ky. Gospel Advocate, January 4, 1906, page 11. Martain, Elua Eastell Bolding Elua Eastell Bolding Martain was born on March 19, 1909, and died on April 10, 1930. Sister left this world of sorrow after four years of severe suffering, having been bedfast for the last two years. She lived in hope even to the last hour that she might recover, but God made choice for her, giving in exchange for her sufferings and agony calm and peaceful rest. She departed this life with a smile as bright as the noonday sun and eyes as of diamonds. She leaves behind her, to mourn her death, six brothers, father, mother, husband, and one child. Yet we sorrow not as others who have no hope, remembering the beloved apostle John's words: "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord." I ask the prayers of God's people for us, that we may so live that we may meet her in the sweet by and by. Brother Pennington, of Alabama City, Ala., conducted the funeral services. Her body was laid to rest in the cemetery of the Mount Hebron church of Christ. Gospel Advocate, May 29, 1930, page 522. Martin, Alice Balden Alice Balden Martin, the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. W. E. Balden, was born in Mercer County, Ky., on September 14, 1894. When she was one year old, her parents moved into the fine old brick house near Ebenezer school, where she lived until about to sail from America en route to India. When Alice was but nine or ten years of age, she was deprived of her mother's care, companionship, etc., by death, and thus sustained the heaviest blow that can come to mortals in this life, especially so when visited by such an affliction in one's early youth as in the case of little Alice Balden. Within a few years of the mother's death two of the elder sisters were also called away by death; and still later the remaining sisters, who were older than Alice herself, were married and left their father's house for homes of their own, with the exception of one, who, together with Alice, was left to keep house for their father and their brothers, who still remained on the home farm. Early in life Alice was baptized by McGarvey Lenox. It is not saying too much to say that she was a faithful, consistent member and attendant at church; for during the two years previous to sailing for India she missed only one Sunday in attendance at Ebenezer Church. On November 7, 1915, Alice Balden was made acquainted with Mr. S. O. Martin, who preached at Ebenezer on that day, and to him, at least, that has proven to be one of the happiest days and most fortunate of his life; and so it came to pass that, on October 18, 1916, Alice Balden was married to Samuel Obadiah Martin; and on November 4, 1916, in company with her young groom, she sailed from San Francisco, Cal., for Dehra Dun, British India, where the two of them arrived safely on December 28, 1916. Sister Martin was a true helpmeet to her husband, and gave every promise of being an efficient missionary of the cross. This, however, was not to be. She had suffered from a most intractable nausea, which was almost incessant, and which yielded to no remedy, to no remedial agent. This was fought from the beginning, but to no avail. She died on November 22, 1917, and the funeral and burial occurred the next day. We all knew Sister Martin to be ripe for heaven, and we cannot mourn for her as those who have no hope. Sister Martin's coming to India had nothing whatever to do with her illness. Had she been at home, in America, or anywhere else, it would, under similar circumstances, have occurred just the same. Sister Martin was a sweet and lovable woman, and we all loved her dearly. For her husband, who was most devoted to her, we all feel the profoundest sympathy. Brother Martin did everything in his power for her as long as she lived. He spared no pains, no expense, no labor, no attention. Saleni Armstrong-Hopkins. Gospel Advocate, February 14, 1918, page 158. Martin, Amanda On Saturday, October 8, 1921, the angel of death claimed a beloved woman, Mrs. Amanda Martin, whose life here had been so consistently spent in following in the footsteps of Jesus as to prove a blessing to all with whom she associated. Mrs. Martin was born in Georgia, December 11, 1859, and, together with her parents and two sisters, came to Decherd, Tenn., when she was quite young. For forty years she was a consistent member of the church of Christ, having obeyed the gospel during a meeting held by Elder Smithson. On Thursday, with some friends, she drove out to Oak Grove to hear Elder H. M. Phillips in his meeting there. Friday she was out in town, and even on Saturday she was up and able to be about her household duties. Near ten o'clock she complained of feeling weak and went into her room, where she lay down, and at twelve passed into the great beyond. In all her earthly sorrows she found solace only in doing the will of Jesus. She is survived by her husband, John Martin, and one sister, Mrs. Will Wright. Funeral services were conducted at the church of Christ by Elder H. M. Phillips, of Tuscumbia, Ala, and interment was made at the old cemetery. Gospel Advocate, October 20, 1921, page 1038. Martin, Benjamin F. Benjamin F. Martin, son of Dr. Samuel F. Martin and Ellen Martin, was born on September 2, 1871, at Mitchell, Ind., where he grew to manhood. On August 30, 1896, he was married to Artie Tyrrell, at Perry, Kan. Soon after marriage they moved to Altamont, Kan., where they resided for three years. They then removed to Winfield, where they lived continuously until 1917, with the exception of one year at Wellington and one year in Western Kansas. In 1917 he moved to Wenatchee, Wash. The following year he returned to Kinsley, Kan., where they lived one year, going from there to Hutchinson, where they lived until 1923. In April 3, 1922, his wife passed away at Hutchinson. He was again married on June 26, 1923, this time to Miss Eva Kempton, of Burden, Kan., where he lived until death called him, on Sunday, November 15, 1925. He leaves, to mourn his death, his wife, one son, one daughter, one brother, and two sisters. He died at the age of fifty-four years, two months, and thirteen days. Funeral services were held at the home, two miles north of Burden, conducted by Brother A. J. Rhodes, of Mulvane, Kan., for years a very close friend of the deceased. Brother Martin began his ministerial labors at the age of nineteen years. He had been in poor health for four years, but was bedfast less than one week. Floyd Shively. Gospel Advocate, January 7, 1926, page 24. Martin, Effie Thompson Romine Effie Thompson Romine was born on April 12, 1882, near Petersburg, Ind.; moved to Summertown, Tenn., when a child; was married to J. R. Martin on January 14, 1900; and departed this life on December 24, 1929. She leaves her husband, J. R. Martin, and five children. They are: Mrs. Lurline Alexander, of Atlanta, Ga.; Claud Martin, of Detroit, Mich.; Jack, Ted, and Cleo, at home, aged fourteen, ten, and eight years old, respectively. She also leaves one grandchild, Bettie Alexander. Effie took the admonition of the wise man, Solomon, "Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth," and obeyed the gospel at the tender age of twelve years. The large concourse of sorrowing friends and loved ones, with a profusion of beautiful flowers, attested the esteem and love in which she was held by the people in the town where she had spent nearly all of her life. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, who had known the family for more than twenty years. Burial in the Summertown Cemetery. The closing of the life of this beloved wife and mother is likened to the lingering twilight of a golden autumn day. The "peace that passeth all understanding" that was indelibly stamped on the face of her who had passed away will ease to some extent the pain of parting. T. C. King. Gospel Advocate, February 13, 1930, page 168. Martin, Elijah D. The body of the beloved and venerable Elijah D. Martin, veteran preacher of the gospel, was laid to rest in the beautiful Mt. View Cemetery in McMinnville, Tenn., on Jan. 10. The final oration was given by Stanley Mclnery of McMinnville, a long time friend and co-worker with brother Martin. Known as "Lige" by his friends, brother Martin was 87 years of age. He was a most unique preacher. His work carried him from the Great Lakes to the Gulf Shores and from the Virginia hills to the Texas plains. Known for being independent, he was articulate, witty, and endowed with great wisdom. Truly, he stood with the giants in preaching the old Jerusalem gospel. He was a close friend of Foy Wallace Jr., Sam Pittman, and other preachers of renown. The last time I heard him preach, he spoke on the subject of death and used approximately seventy scriptures by memory. His knowledge of the scriptures was phenomenal. In his last years, his health failed and he so graciously was cared for by his lovely wife, Georgia, who survives. Their service together in the kingdom was most impressive. God grant her comfort in these trying days. I thank God that I knew him and will always be grateful for the inspiration and help that he gave to me to cheer me on. Richard J. Bonner., Minister, Morrison Church of Christ, Morrison, TN. Gospel Advocate, March 1, 1984, page 156. Martin, Eliza G. Eliza G. Martin, widow of the late W. B. Martin, died on November 22, 1905, aged sixty-three years, leaving two sons, four daughters, and many friends to mourn her loss. But we console ourselves with the thought that she was a faithful companion and devoted mother, full of faith and Christian endeavor, who often read the Bible, and for years had read the Gospel Advocate. I pray the blessings of God upon her bereaved children. A. T. Sallee., Moss, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, December 14, 1905, page 796. Martin, Elnora Sister Elnora Martin, daughter of Brother J. R. Martin and Sister Mary Martin, died on July 4, 1904; aged twenty-four years. When quite young Sister Elnora obeyed the gospel and was a consistent Christian until death. All who knew her loved her and testify to her Christian character. I would console the bereaved ones with the thought that they sorrow not as those who have no hope, for their loved one has entered into that home prepared for the faithful. Oscar Smith., Hull, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, August 18, 1904, page 523. Martin, Mrs. G. W. On the night of July 10, 1914, Sister G. W. Martin was stricken with paralysis at her home near Campbell Station, Tenn. She died on the following morning. Sister Martin was the daughter of Brother Wade Barrett, one of the pioneer preachers of the gospel of Christ in this country. She was a faithful and devoted Christian wife and mother. Three children were born to her, all of whom preceded her to the grave. Besides her aged husband, she leaves five stepchildren who were as truly devoted to her as she was to them. Why should we lament the Christian's dying? For they "rest from their labors" and await the resurrection "from" the dead (Phil. 3:11), or the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, "who shall fashion anew the body of our humiliation, that it may be conformed to the body of his glory, according to the working whereby he is able even to subject all things unto himself." (Phil. 3:21.) Therefore let us "sorrow not, even as the rest, who have no hope." (1 Thess. 4:13.) E. H. Hoover. Gospel Advocate, January 28, 1915, page 90. Martin, Harvey C. Harvey C. Martin, faithful gospel preacher, departed this life at Methodist Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., Feb. 18, 1983 at the age of 61 years. The funeral was conducted by Frank D. Young and A. J. Kerr on Feb. 21 at Knight Arnold Church of Christ. Brother Martin was born Aug. 4, 1921 at Georgetown, Ill. He was baptized by Dan Mathis, Oct. 1936. He attended Freed-Hardeman College in 1939 and 1941. He began preaching full time in Georgetown in 1940. He also served churches in Dardanelle, Ark.; Greenwood, Miss., and Hollywood in Memphis. At the time of his death he was engaged in business, but continued to preach, having worked the past 16 years at Jackson Grove church of Christ, Enid, Miss. He also served faithfully as a deacon at Knight Arnold church in Memphis. Brother Martin was married to Myra Lajuan Whitaker, one daughter of E. L. Whitaker, Sr., gospel preacher. They have three children, Faye Martin Bond, Duane and Daryl Martin. In addition to these he is survived by two sisters, Maxine Luster and Wilma Powers and four grandchildren. He encouraged and assisted younger men to prepare to preach the gospel. It was not unusual for him to attach an envelope containing money to the bulletin board with the name of a needy student preacher written on it, at the Memphis School of Preaching. Despite the fact that brother Martin suffered pain daily for 35 years, as result of injury in an automobile wreck, he was never deterred from any good work and continued active until his rather sudden and untimely death. No doubt, as he passed angels came and ministered to him as they did for Lazarus long ago, and he has now joined the patriarchs and apostles and the host of redeemed souls, gone on into Paradise. The world has been made a better place in which to live because of the life and labors of Harvey C. Martin. "Servant of God well done, thy glorious warfare is past; the battle is fought, the race is won, and thou are crowned at last." E. L. Whitaker. Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1983, page 214. Martin, James A. James A. Martin died Dec. 3, 2001. He was 79. Martin was an elder at the Laurel Hill Church of Christ for 47 years. He died four days before his 61st wedding anniversary. Martin is survived by his wife, Edith; two daughters, Joan Thompson and Peggy Simpkins; two sons, A. W. and Bobby; one brother; two sisters; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Radford, Va. Gospel Advocate, March, 2002, page 45. Martin, Jane Elizabeth Jane Elizabeth Martin was born in Missouri on August 29, 1827, and departed this life on March 7, 1911, being in her eighty-fifth year. She united with the church of Christ at Hartsville, Tenn., at the age of nineteen, and was baptized by Sandy E. Jones, a pioneer preacher of that State. She was a member of that congregation until she, with her husband and children, migrated to Texas in the year 1874, settling in the city of Terrell, at which place she resided until the time of her death. The deceased was a charter member of the First church of Christ in Terrell. Sister Martin, in her influence for good and the betterment of humanity, cast a radiant glow over all with whom she came in contact. Her efforts along philanthropic lines were on the highest possible plane, laboring at all times for those in need or distress; and in addition to her own children, she reared four orphan girls to womanhood, who are to-day living monuments to Sister Martin's tender mercies and charitable disposition. Funeral services were held from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. M. W. Raley, after which the remains were laid to rest beside her husband at Oakland Cemetery. C. P. Craig., Terrell, Texas. Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1911, page 498. Martin, J. R. It has pleased an all-wise God to remove from our midst, by death, our esteemed brother and friend, J. R. Martin, who departed this life March 13, 1888. J. R. Martin was born May 31, 1868, was baptized into Christ August 1885. Our young brother was an exemplary member of the church of Christ, one who was not only faithful to every trust, but a true and devoted member, and an affectionate son, and a kind and conscientious friend. The death of brother Martin has caused a deep shadow of bereavement over the community in which he lived and while we submissively bow to the will of our heavenly Father, we feel that we have sustained an irreparable loss, and we extend our heart-felt sympathies to the family in this their greatest bereavement. W. W. Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1888, page 11. Martin, Mrs. L. B. On June 29, 1925, at her home in Huntsville, Ala., the gentle spirit of Mrs. L. B. Martin left its earthly tenement of clay and winged its way to the city of the unclouded day. She was modest, quiet, and retiring in disposition, and loving, kind, and gentle toward all with whom she came in contact. Her beautiful life is more effectual than any sermon or tribute that could be spoken or written of her. Her memory will ever live in the hearts of those who knew and loved her best, and the influence of her life will be felt by many. While quite young she became obedient to the gospel of God, by which she obtained the remission of sins, being thus born into the family of God, and enjoyed the promise of a rich inheritance with the saints over there. She lived sixty-two years on this earth, the largest portion of it being spent in the service of Him from whom all blessings flow. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; for their works follow with them." She leaves, to mourn her loss, a companion and seven children, with a great number of friends and loved ones. I would say to them: Be faithful unto death, and there will be a happy meeting "over there" that shall never end. Boyd Fanning. Gospel Advocate, October 1, 1925, page 956. Martin, Martha Crowder Died, at Leiper's Fork, Tenn., on April 13, 1909, aged forty years, Martha (Crowder) Martin, wife of William Martin, a merchant of that place. The death of this good woman was particularly sad, and especially distressing to her family. She leaves behind her on the shores of time a heart-broken husband and eleven children. How sadly she will be missed by them we may conjecture, but may never know. She obeyed the gospel some ten years ago, and belonged to the Leiper's Fork (or Hillsboro) congregation. She was a devoted wife and mother, a keeper at home. An elder of the congregation and near neighbor said: "Sister Martin was a really good woman. I never saw her the least bit out of humor, nor ever heard her use a harsh expression." She labored to fulfill the duties and obligations of life with a self-denial and resignation worthy a saint. May her noble example and labor of love lead her husband and children all to the service of God and, with her, to a happy home together at last. James E. Scobey. Gospel Advocate, April 29, 1909, page 534. Martin, Mary Sister Mary Martin was born on July 3, 1864, and died on May 3, 1911. She located in the town of Justin, Texas, about seven years ago, and at once identified herself with the church of Christ, of which she was a zealous member, and during the time she lived among us she proved to be one of the most punctual, earnest, and faithful members of the congregation at this place. For many years, perhaps from childhood, she suffered with spinal curvature, which necessitated her walking on crutches. She came to our town a widow with one little girl and entirely without means, rented a house, took in washing and supported herself and child and contribute of her means regularly for the spread of the gospel, and was ever careful and watchful of the interest of the church and the welfare of its membership. Once since she moved to this place she lost all of her earthly possessions in a fire which destroyed the house in which she lived; but her unconquerable courage and determination was not to be overcome, and, in spite of her deformity, ill health, and the ravages of the flames, she lived independent of society. She clothed and fed herself and little daughter in a very respectable way and passed on to her reward with no debts hanging over her, but, to the contrary, with a small bank account to her credit. She was washing the day she died, and took some fresh-washed clothes and went out to the line to hang them out, and there the death angel claimed her, and without a murmur, so far as is known, she sank lifeless to the ground, "asleep in the arms of Jesus." Her little daughter, who was getting large enough to begin to take some of the hardships off her mother, had gone on an errand to a neighbor's and, on returning, found her mother's lifeless form on the ground, showing no evidences of pain, and by her side lay the artificial limbs upon which she had walked so long. The little daughter had a few months before obeyed the gospel, and has now a home with one of the best families in the town. Her guardian mother, a very zealous Christian, will, by the aid of the church, see that all of her necessary wants are supplied. The chisel of the sculptor, the brush of the painter, and the pen of the poet have very justly joined hands in singing the praise of our worthy heroes; but no statue, painting, or poem can ever fitly portray the battle of hardships, trials, and tribulations which characterized Sister Martin's life. Suffice it to say that she lived the life and died the death of a real heroine, and while on her post of duty fell asleep in Jesus. T. R. Allen. Gospel Advocate, June 22, 1911, page 691. Martin, Mary Porter Sister Mary Porter Martin fell asleep on the morning of February 26, 1917, at an infirmary in Nashville, Tenn. where she had gone for an operation. She was a young woman, having been married but a little over a year to Brother J. O. Martin, of Gallatin, Tenn. She was of a kind, cheerful disposition, and was loved by a large circle of friends. Early in life she became a Christian, and was ever faithful in her attendance upon all the services of the Lord's house, having taught a large class of children in the Bible school of the church in Gallatin. She leaves, to mourn their loss, besides her husband, her aged mother, Mrs. Kate Youree, and three sistersMrs. Morgan Hurt and Mrs. J. W. Stone, of Gallatin, and Mrs. John Hilldrop, of Nashville. She was laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery at Gallatin, to await the appearing of God's Son from heaven, when the dead in Christ shall arise to "ever be with the Lord." H. L. Olmstead. Gospel Advocate, April 12, 1917, page 370. Martin, Mary Olga (Gray) Mary Olga (Gray) Martin of Senatobia, Miss., passed from this life Nov. 22, 1986. She was the wife of Norman R. Martin, gospel preacher, and she was the mother of Gary N. Martin, an elder in the Allen-Edgewood congregation, Jackson, Tenn. She was also the mother of one daughter, Judy C. Mullins of Mendenhall, Miss. She had five grandchildren. She influenced her husband and the congregations her husband served in the past years. She also influenced hundreds of young women who attended Harding University, as she was a dorm mother for many years. Memorial funds have been set up at the Harding School of Biblical Studies and Jackson Christian School. Gospel Advocate, January 1, 1987, page 28. Martin, Mattie Belle Ruff Mattie Belle Ruff was born in Erath County, Texas, June 21, 1889, and passed from this life August 25, 1955. On July 3, 1910, at Benjamin, Texas, she was married to John W. Martin, who lives to mourn her departure. She was baptized into Christ under this writer's ministry about eighteen years ago, and her life henceforth has been one of devotion and consecration. Funeral services were conducted at Wellington, Texas, where for many years Brother and Sister Martin have lived. G. B. Stanley, former minister at Wellington directed the song service, and the writer of these lines delivered a brief funeral oration. The huge crowd of brethren, sisters and friends, and the large floral offering, bore mute testimony to the esteem in which she was held. Her body was laid to rest in the cemetery at Wellington to await the resurrection day. Surviving are her husband, John W. Martin, one daughter, Sister L. A. Gilmore, two sons, Roy Martin of Andrews, Texas, J. W. Martin, Jr., of Wellington, three sisters, two brothers, and ten grandchildren. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." Guy N. Woods. Gospel Advocate, September 22, 1955, page 858. Martin, Myrtle On Lord's day June 13, this writer, with the assistance of John High, conducted the funeral services of Sister Myrtle Martin, wife of E. D. Martin, well-known evangelist of McMinnville, Tenn. Services were held in McMinnville among a host of friends and relatives. The singing was beautifully done by a local group. Sister Martin, age 70, departed this life suddenly while visiting her daughter in Winter Park, Fla. I was privileged to know Sister Martin for many years. I have often visited in their rural home near McMinnville. Her character was one of sweetness and beauty which touched and influenced the lives of so many who knew her. The godly simplicity of her life shall long be remembered by her loved ones and friends. We believe that her soul is now where "the wicked cease from troubling and there the weary are at rest." Surviving, in addition to the husband, are three daughters, Mrs. Waymon Curtis and Mrs. Walling Fraley, both of McMinnville, and Mrs. Richard DaCosta, Winter Park, Florida; a sister, Mrs. Herman Stubblefield, Viola, Tennessee; two brothers, Herbert Hall, Dallas, Texas, and Alvah Hall, Chandler, Arizona; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. R. J. Bonner. Gospel Advocate, July 8, 1965, page 447. Martin, Naomi Green Naomi Green was born near Mount Hope, Ala.., on May 22, 1877. Early in life she was immersed and worshiped with the church of Christ at Landersville, Ala. She later went into the Methodist church and affiliated with them for several years on account of not having had the proper teaching early in life. She was married to Edward K. Martin on July 27, 1893, and to them were born three sonsthe youngest a baby six months old. She was persuaded to return to the church of Christ, under my preaching, in August, 1904. During this same meeting Brother Martin, who had been a Presbyterian, obeyed the gospel, and together they enjoyed the fellowship and service of God until her death, May 28, 1910. She had been sick several months, and had many times set a day to attend the Lord's-day worship, but did not get able to do so. Sister Martin had her faults, for she was human; but she loved the truth and the church, and she was not afraid to go when the "dark-winged angel" came for her to cross the "dark and turbid stream." Brother Martin, your consolation is the word of the Lord. Trust on and be faithful, do your duty, "train up" the little boys in the way they should go, and He who "doeth all things well" will reunite you with the sainted dead in "the sweet by and by." Sister Martin sleeps, we trust, "in Jesus," awaiting the coming of those left behind. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord." I. B. Bradley. Gospel Advocate, June 23, 1910, page 746. Martin, P. B. Brother P. B. Martin was born on March 13, 1836, and died on March 8, 1903. He was married, on January 12, 1865, to Martha M. Nunley, who survives him. To them were born eight children, seven of whom are left to mourn the loss of a kind and devoted father. Brother Martin obeyed the gospel and became a Christian in 1885, and ever afterwards lived a true and loyal member of the church of Christ. He will be greatly missed in Milan, Tenn., where he lived and died. He died in the faith of the gospel, being satisfied to go and be with the Savior, whom he loved and served so devotedly here. We pray the Lord to comfort the bereaved family with the hope that their loss is his eternal gain, and that they, with all of God's children, may ultimately join him in the sun-bright home of God, where parting shall be no more. Funeral services were held, at Chapel Hill Church, by Brother Powell and me. E. C. L. Denton., Milan, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, April 2, 1903, page 220. Martin, Paul Paul Martin, 33, died Nov. 24, 1989, in Las Animas, Colo., of an acute asthma attack. Martin, a May 1989 graduate of the Preston Road Center for Christian Education, was preaching for the church in Kosse, Texas. He and his family were visiting at the home of his parents at the time of his death. He is survived by his wife, Donna, and three children, Rebecca, Michael and Jacob, who live in La Junta, Colo. Gospel Advocate, April, 1990, page 52. Martin, Pearl Lorena Pearl Lorena Martin, a Christian mother and one who loved the Lord, was called home to rest on May 30. Death came at St. Louis, Mo., while she was visiting with her son and was a result of a physical reaction to a blood transfusion being administered at St. Luke's Hospital. Funeral services were held at Texarkana, Texas, on Tuesday by Gussie Lambert, of Shreveport, La., and Ell Westbrook of Texarkana. Mamma was the daughter of an old-time gospel preacher, George Crawford Reeks, and was born near Montgomery, Ala., on August 5, 1880. Mamma had told me many times of her early childhood and granddad's work in the restoration movement. She attended her first school at a community known as Owlet Green, near Tyler, Texas, in the year 1887 and subsequently lived at Plain Dealing, La.; Vivian, La.; Mena, Ark.; and other places where Grandpa preached. I had the pleasure of taking her back to the scene of her childhood in the summer of 1950 and while the dirt roads of the one-time community pointed the directions where she had once played, there was little else to be recognized at Owlet Green. It was difficult to stand by and see life fade away from my mother's face and yet I was so thankful to have had a mother that had taught me Christian principles and through my nearness to her had heard Christ preached in word and deed. The brothers and sisters in Christ at Spring and Blaine congregation in St. Louis, and the minister, Brother Carney, made the burden of sorrow much easier to bear, and for that my wife and I are especially thankful. Theron Martin., For the Family. Gospel Advocate, July 2, 1953, page 421. Martin, Richard Thomas, Dr. Dr. Richard Thomas Martin, eighty-five, died at Sterling City, Texas, August 24, 1935. He was born in Henderson County, Tenn., July 14, 1850. He studied medicine in the Nashville Medical College, after which he married Miss Mattie Thomas and retired to the countryside to practice his profession. To this union three daughters were born: Mrs. Lillian Weldon, Mercury, Texas; Mrs. Henry Barr, Millersview, Texas; and Mrs. John Reed, Sterling City, Texas. He is survived by his wife, who is in her eightieth year, ten grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. For fourteen years he practiced medicine, then entered the ranching business, settling in Coleman County, Texas. He came to Sterling City twenty-eight years ago. He was reared in a Methodist home, but was baptized thirty-six years ago by J. W. Chism. The writer spoke to an overflowing crowd which gathered at the City Tabernacle for the funeral services. R. Nottingham. Gospel Advocate, October 31, 1935, page 1055. Martin, Roena Alice Anderson Roena Alice Anderson was born in May, 1852, the earthly child of William and Roena Anderson; became a spiritual child of God at an early age; entered and honored a sacred marriage relationship with D. L. Martin, December 29, 1870; and bade farewell to earthly friends and kindred, to join celestial ones on the eternal shore, April 19, 1923. Funeral services were held in the house where she had worshiped for more than forty years, in Totty's Bend, in Hickman County, Tenn., by Brother Baird. Many friends, her aged husband, two sisters, one brother, three sons and three daughters mourn her death. The children are: J. H. Martin, R. F. Martin, A. W. Martin, Mrs. F. C. Booker, Mrs. J. P. Baird, and Mrs. Lee Clark. Truly she faithfully fulfilled every relationship in the light of love. She was modest in her demeanor, home-loving in her nature, God-fearing in her walkthe type of wife and mother that makes home happy and leaves an impress for good on friend and neighbor. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; ad their works do follow them." S. T. Anderson. Gospel Advocate, June 21, 1923, page 610. Martin, Siphrona Jane Sister Siphrona Jane Martin, wife of Moses Martin, after three or four months' illness, peacefully and quietly departed this life on June 11, 1907. She was forty-seven years of age, and obeyed the gospel twenty-three years ago, under the preaching of Elder R. L. Gillentine. She did her best to live the Christian life. She was good and kind to her neighbors, always visiting the sick and doing all she could. She was not ashamed of her life or afraid to die. At early dawn on her last night's stay on earth, she called her husband and children to her bedside and said to them: "I have never allowed you to sit up with me; but this is my last night with you, and I want you to stay by me." She spoke of her faith and hope in Christ, and that she was ready and willing to go. She leaves a heartbroken husband, two sons, and five daughters to follow on by and by. I sometimes imagine that the glorified forms of our departed kindred and friends are standing on the opposite shore with out-stretched arms, watching and waiting for us. I would say to Brother Martin and children: Live as God would have you live in this life, and you will die happy as did your loved one and meet her in the happy, glorious eternal world. C. H. Clark. Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1907, page 430. Martin, Susan Jane Mrs. Susan Jane Martin was born January, 1843, and died May 6, 1895, being 52 years of age. Sister Martin gave her heart to the Lord and obeyed the gospel in the tender years of childhoodin 1857being 14 years old. She was a good, faithful, and zealous Christian, diligent in every good work that came to her hands. She always delighted in the communion and fellowship of the church. She truly let her Christian light shine. She was a good and dutiful wife, a fond and loving mother, endeavoring to bring her children up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, teaching them to become Christians when young. She had the joyous consolation of seeing the four oldest obey the gospel of the dear Savior. The four youngest are yet little children. I pray that a kind Providence may ever smile upon them. Sister Martin leaves a husband with these children, besides a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. She has certainly gone to the reward of the righteous. Let us all strive to meet her in heaven. E. C. L. Denton. Gospel Advocate, July 25, 1895, page 477. Martin, W. G. Having lived more than the number of years allotted to man, W. G. Martin, a faithful soldier of the cross, departed this life on May 16, 1917. At the time of his death he was ninety-one years, seven months, and twenty-four days old. He left behind four sons, one daughter, two brothers, one sister, and a number of grandchildren. He heeded the admonition of Solomon and remembered his Creator early in life. He lived near Campbell, Tenn., and worshiped with the church of Christ there. For many years he stood a tower of strength for the cause of Christ. He lived only a short distance from the village, where he cultivated his farm in a most satisfactory manner. He was regarded as one of the best farmers in Maury County. Considering the advanced age to which he lived, he must have been a very obedient child. Of course, in his last years he could not be active in any kind of work. One who lives to such a ripe old age by reason of strength must undergo many trials and privations in their latter days. While he was firm and stood unflinchingly for the truth as he saw it, yet he was always kind in his advocacy of the principles he loved. Men of firmness and gentleness are rare, and when such die they leave behind them an influence for good that will live long after they are gone. While our brother has breathed his last, his life still lives, and his influence will be long felt in making the world better. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; for their works follow with them." (Rev. 14:13.) The father who lives to see his children all enjoying a useful manhood and a noble womanhood has certainly not lived in vain. We should not look upon our brother as dead, but as having passed out of the shadows into the glory light, as we trust, of heaven. J. C. McQuiddy. Gospel Advocate, May 31, 1917, page 537. Martin, William Grimes William Grimes Martin was born, at Athens, Ala., on June 5, 1826; was baptized into Christ, by John H. Dunn, in 1856; and ceased to suffer, sorrow, and serve the Lord here on March 9, 1903. Brother Martin was a worthy, respected, and honored citizen of Mooresville, Ala., where he lived for many years and where he completed his earthly career. He was a man of sterling integrity. When W. G. Martin affirmed a thing, his neighbors all knew that he believed it true. His life was a sermon that always did good. He practiced what he preached; he was true to the truth. "Scripture . . . given by inspiration of God" settled all spiritual questions of interest to him to his perfect satisfaction. He was prepared to live; therefore, he was prepared to die. T. B. Larimore. Gospel Advocate, May 7, 1903, page 299. Martin, W. R. On October 12, 1916, Brother W. R. Martin departed this life at the home of his mother-in-law, Sister Myers, in Calloway County, Ky., four miles northwest of Murray. Brother Martin was born in Maury County, Tenn., about forty-five years ago. He became a Christian at the age of fifteen, and lived a faithful life in the service of the Master until the Lord saw fit to gather him home. Brother Martin was an evangelistic singer for a number of years and rendered a greatly appreciated service. He was in the civil service for a period of years in his latter life after his heath began to fail. He suffered with acute indigestion for a time, and finally this drifted into tubercular trouble, and he was soon called into eternity. Burial service was held by the writer, and the remains were laid to rest near the home where he died. The message announcing the death of our beloved brother will be received with much sorrow by a great concourse of brethren who loved him. May the comforts of our Savior's love abide continually with Sister Martin, who so patiently and tenderly ministered to our brother's wants until the last. F. O. Howell. Gospel Advocate, November 2, 1916, page 1096. Mashburn, Dennis Died at his residence 15 miles south-east of Bay Minett, Baldwin county, Ala., on the morning of the 4th of October 1887, Bro. Dennis Mashburn. Bro. M. was born May 1844. He leaves a wife and eight children, seven of whom are girls, but he leaves them the sweet assurance that he would come fourth and be crowned in the crowning day that's coming, and urged them to meet him. We stood at his grave and comforted the bereaved and admonished the living. May our God bear our sister up in the faith of Jesus the Christ and enable her to walk with sincerity the narrow way with her childrenand in the beautiful land meet him again. S. I. S. C. Gospel Advocate, October 12, 1887, page 655. Mashburn, Edna Sister Edna Mashburn was called from the walks of this life on January 8, 1928, at Bay Minette, Ala. She was eighty-three years, three months, and two days of age. During her early life she searched diligently for the truth, and at the first opportunity she became obedient. She was true, faithful, and loyal to her Master. Her faith was unwavering, her hopes of heaven bright. She was a daily reader of her Bible and of our religious papers. She never conversed with any one many minutes without telling him of Jesus and his love. How we miss her motherly advice and counsel! She leaves six daughters and one son, besides a host of other relatives and friends, to mourn her departure. The chair that mother filled is now vacant. How sad to part with mother! Her love and her anxious and tender care are missed. There is no love like mother's love; there is no human that seems to care for us just the way that mother does. Butalas!we must part with them. A real home is a beautiful and true picture of Happiness. But all pictures of earthly happiness are transient in duration. The time must soon come when all must part from those who have surrounded the same parental board, who mingled with us in the gay-hearted joys of childhood and the opening promises of youth. One by one we leave the old home. As the years pass swiftly by, our hearts turn with love and longing to the dear old home that sheltered us in childhood. The dear ones have vanished, the old house is deserted, change and decay we see, and life would be cheerless and meaningless did we not discern across the river of death glimpses of happiness and the association with those we love who have gone on before. Sister Mashburn was a native of Stewart County, Ga., the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Thames. Funeral services were conducted at the church of Christ in Bay Minette by Brother W. O. Norton. The body was buried in the Pensacola Road Cemetery. Mrs. Ethel Calhoun. Gospel Advocate, March 22, 1928, page 285. Mashburn, Edna Mell The church in Bay Minette, Ala., sustains a great loss with the passing of a faithful saint. Miss Edna Mell Mashburn was laid to rest in the Bay Minette Cemetery February 14, after a home funeral. She was eighty-two years old. This writer had the privilege of knowing "Aunt" Mell, as she was called by members of the congregation here, and of officiating in the funeral. The association was a rare and rich one, because of the deep inspiration this sweet old soul gave him. Miss Mell was of great spiritual influence to a host of God's children, many of whom have preceded her to the spirit world. But there remains a great number whose lives and work have been enriched and enhanced by her godliness and Christian sincerity. Miss Mell was born July 28, 1875, in Florida. She was baptized in 1889. In 1902 she moved to Bay Minette and made this her home the remainder of her life. She was one of the charter members of the Bay Minette congregation. She is survived by only one other charter member of this congregation. Miss Mell lived long enough to see a modern brick church building erected, the little old building moved for the building site of a preacher's home and the church grow to about one hundred fifty. She had been in bad health for several years and was unable to attend church many times. But through the devoted service of her niece, Mrs. Ruth (Mashburn) Hervey and husband, Miss Mell was able to live much longer. She listened to our broadcast, even to the day before she went into a coma from which she never awoke. "Aunt" Mell's relatives, friends, and brethren mourn her passing. But we trust that what we lost in her going, heaven has gained. Stanley Brewer. Gospel Advocate, May 22, 1958, page 335. Mashburn, Margie Sister Margie Mashburn, wife of Brother William Mashburn, was born on January 21, 1861, and died on February 9, 1905, aged forty-four years and eighteen days. Her death was caused by asthma and la grippe. She was married to Brother Mashburn on June 17, 1877, and to them were born seven children. She leaves her husband and children and many relatives and friends to mourn the sad loss. When about twenty-four years of age she confessed Christ and was baptized for her past sins and arose to walk a new life in Christ, and continued to live in the faith till death. She was truly a good wife and a kind and loving mother, always having a kind word for all. She had many friends and was well liked by all who knew her. The funeral was conducted by the writer, near Flomaton, Ala., after which she was laid to rest in the Flomaton Cemetery, there to remain till the resurrection morn. May the Lord reward her according to her works. R. R. Mannan., Quincy, Ind. Gospel Advocate, March 16, 1905, page 170. Mashburn, Miles Born into this world on April 15, 1877; born into the kingdom of God in May, 1893; married to Malissa L. Faircloth on January 9, 1888; entered the spirit land on November 10, 1907thus opened and closed the peaceful life of Brother Miles Mashburn, who left a devoted wife and four little children, three sisters and one brother, to mourn his loss. Brother Mashburn was a good man and full of faith. He studied his Bible much, and it took hold of his life and prepared that life for a blissful existence beyond the grave. He talked, sung, and lived Christianity to his family, kindred, and neighbors, and they all loved him. How sweet the closing of such a life! From the time the writer baptized him he always felt it was good to be with him and sing with him; but our songs are over for a little while. Sleep on, my dear brother, and take thy rest; it will not be long until we shall meet again in the land of song and remain together forever. C. Petty. Gospel Advocate, July 23, 1908, page 474. Mason, Adaline Sister Adaline Mason was born on December 19, 1847; confessed her faith in Christ in 1866; was married to Robert M. Mason on December 29, 1869; and departed this life on August 9, 1914. She was the mother of five children, four of whom survive herthree daughters and one son. Sister Mason was a very devoted and faithful Christian, leading a very useful life in the cause of the Master. She was ever faithful in the work and worship of the church, and equally consecrated in her daily life. The suffering and the poor and the needy were all liberally and tenderly regarded by her. The Bible was her guidebook all along the busy path of life, and she was always ready to respond to all calls of duty. The family, relatives, and friends have sustained a great loss in the death of Sister Mason; but they sorrow not as those that have no hope. They have every encouragement that the Christian religion can afford to strengthen and comfort and help them in bearing their loss. May they be able, therefore, to comfort their hearts with this bright and glorious hope, and may it brighten their pathway through life and woo them on through paths of usefulness till they also may be called to that same happy and eternal home. Funeral services were conducted by the husband of the writer, after which the body was laid away in its final resting place in the family burying ground. Mrs. C. E. W. Dorris. Gospel Advocate, October 15, 1914, page 1090. Mason, Alice Sister Alice Mason departed this life Oct. 1, 1894, after weeks of pain and suffering. Her bright and happy life came to an end at the age of 32 years. She was a kind, good neighbor, a loving mother, and a devoted wife. As a sister she had few equals. As a Christian she was zealous of good works. She became obedient to the heavenly calling some thirteen years ago and joined the Christian Church at Arrington, Williamson county, Tenn., and, we believe lived in all good conscience. It seems strange to us that one so useful should die so young, but our ways are not God's ways. She leaves a husband and one child, with a host of friends and relatives, to mourn their loss, but our loss is her eternal gain. G. W. S. Gospel Advocate, November 15, 1894, page 723. Mason, Denison Denison Mason was born in the state of New York, Perry county, Sept. 12, 1815, and reared in Indiana. He was married to Catharine Rutherford April 17, 1836, and the result of this union was nine children, eight of whom lived to years of maturity, and six are still living. One is a preacher, and the others are professors. His first wife having departed this life, he was married the second time to Mrs. Julia Bond, Aug. 11, 1888, Bradford county, Fla. He came to Florida about twenty years ago, when the state was almost a wilderness. He undoubtedly did more to build up primitive Christianity than any other one man in the state. He was our wisest and best physician, but on account of the sacrifices he had to make for the cause of his Master he never accumulated much of this world's goods. I never met him personally until he was said to be in his dotage but he was then one of the best thinkers and speakers that I ever met. I visited him often during his last illness, and he would talk much of his approaching death. He was beyond a doubt as fully prepared to go as any man I ever saw, his only regret being to leave his present wife, Julia. One thing he related to me that he seemed anxious for the world to know was, that he had preached about thirty years for the Methodists, and that he did it with a clear conscience, and that he did all in his power to build up Methodism; but, being a bold and candid man, he was about this time called upon to meet one of the Reformers and publicly discuss the differences between the Reformers and the Methodists. Being warned that he had a strong opponent, he began to make preparations for the coming struggle. This caused him to study carefully the scriptures bearing on the several questions to be discussed, and caused him to doubt the soundness of Methodism. He felt alarmed for himself and cause, and wrote to the presiding elder to come and help him; but he elder did not come. When they all met at conference, he asked him why he did not come, and the elder replied: "I am too smart a man to get into the like of that. I could have taken the other side and wore you out." It was then that he saw he was not the only preacher that doubted the doctrine he was preaching. His trouble continued to increase, and he decided to lay the whole matter before the bishop. The bishop replied by saying: "There is no doubt but what the Campbellites are right on these questions, but I advise you to remain with the Methodists, and preach such parts of Methodism as you conscientiously can." He refused to remain, and on account of doctrinal differences he withdrew, and spent the remainder of his long and useful life in preaching the faith he once tried to destroy. He died rejoicing that he was leaving behind him one son, according to the flesh, and many sons in the gospel, to proclaim the same precious truths to others. Thus lived and died one of the bravest and ablest old soldiers that I ever had the pleasure of being associated with. J. H. Halbrook. Gospel Advocate, October 5, 1893, page 636. Mason, Joseph H. On January 23, 1927, the grim reaper entered the home of Joseph H. Mason and bade his spirit move from its tenement of clay, in which it had resided for seventy-two years, one month, seventeen days, back into the hands of God who gave it. At the age of thirty years he was baptized into Christ by Brother D. Lipscomb. The following year he was married to Miss Cora Lee Hartman. This union was blessed with four children, all of whom are living except one girl. Who died at the age of eleven years. He is survived by his widow; one daughter, Mrs. T. I. Tisdale, of Memphis, Tenn.; two sons, Ridley Mason, of Memphis, and Lipscomb Mason, of Nashville, Tenn.; one brother, Tom Mason, of Nashville; and a host of relatives and friends. Brother Mason was confined to his room for four years with tuberculosis. All that loving hearts and tender hands could do to prolong his stay upon the earth was done. He bore his suffering with great fortitude. He lived a life above reproach. The influence of such a clean, Christian life will continue to live and cause others to do better. The high esteem in which he was held was attested by the concourse of friends who gathered at his funeral to pay their last tribute of respect. The writer tried to speak words of condolence to the bereaved. His remains were laid to rest in the Forest Hill Cemetery at Memphis. May the loved ones think of his beautiful life and strive to meet him where there are no more sad good-byes. E. L. Whitaker. Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1927, page 833. Mason, Mollie Sister Mollie Mason, wife of Brother L. F. Mason, of Polytechnic, Texas, passed away on June 27, 1916, killed in an automobile wreck. She was born on July 15, 1886; was married on June 23, 1907; and was baptized by Dr. J. S. Ward at the Nashville Bible School. Sister Mason lived a true Christian life, pleasant and kind in her home and well disposed toward others. The writer lived in their home more than a year, at Polytechnic and always held her in very high esteem. To Brother and Sister Mason were born two little girlsInez and Hazel Ruth. The latter died only a sort time before Sister Mason's untimely death. The loss of this little jewel brought sorrow into the home. Now, the mother gone, there remains only additional sadness and grief to be bereaved ones who are left. No heart can know what this means until hard experience has proved to it the lot which falls to every man. The relatives are mostly in Tennessee; and these and the friends should administer such comfort in words and deeds as their capabilities will allow to the father and the little girl. Let these take consolation in the thought of a brighter life in a better world, now enjoyed by their departed loved ones. How sweet it is to think that we can go there! Reunion of the blest, everlasting happiness in blissful regions with all the pure and good! Sister Mason's death is another reminder of the truth that life is uncertain and death is sure, but eternal life awaits those who love God. Ira L. Winterrowd. Gospel Advocate, August 17, 1916, page 835. Mason, Perry S. Perry S. Mason, superintendent of Harding Academy for 30 years, died Jan. 12, in Searcy, Ark. His wife, Elizabeth Brewer Mason, was chairman of Harding University's art department from 1946-76. Mason, 73, had served as minister of congregations in Brinkley, Remmell and Plumerville, Ark., and was a past president of the Searcy Kiwanis Club and past Commander of the State American Legion. Other survivors are a son, Perry Jr., a member of the Lubbock Christian College faculty; a daughter, Molly Noble of Searcy and six grandchildren. Perry Mason was the son-in-law of G. C. Brewer, one of the greatest preachers of this century, who died in 1956. Funeral services were held at the College Church of Christ by Richard Pectol, Lott Tucker, Don Robinson and Bill Diles. Burial was at Memphis Memorial Park. The G. C. Brewer Scholarship Fund at Harding has been re-named the Brewer-Mason Scholarship, with funds going to Harding University or Academy students. Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1985, page 218. Mason, Sallie At her home in Keltonburg, Tenn., Sister Sallie Mason was called from the labors, cares, and sorrows of this life to the reward of eternal life in the kingdom above on September 19, 1906. Her home was my home during the tent meeting held there in August, 1906. She was in a low state of health, but did all she could to make my stay with them pleasant, and attended the meeting faithfully to its close. She then tearfully told me good-by, and went to bed to be up no more. She was exceedingly patient to the end, never murmuring. One of her greatest anxieties was to see the house of worship finished that the brethren were then building there. Her maiden name was Tompkins. She was born on November 24, 1848, and was married to John Francis Mason on October 3, 1870. Ten children were born to them, three of whom died in infancy. He husband and four sons and three daughters survive her. They are all faithful members of the church of God. One son, L. F. Mason is a loyal preacher. She became a Christian in 1887. Her mission as a Christian, wife, and mother was filled in sweet devotion and great faithfulness. The bereaved ones have comfort in the sweet assurance that Jesus is "the resurrection, and the life," and will ransom his saints "from the power of the grave," and that, therefore, they shall live with their dear departed one in a state of freedom from weariness, sorrow, and suffering in the heavenly Jerusalem after the Christian race is run. Flavil Hall. Gospel Advocate, January 10, 1907, page 28. Mason, William A. It was the boast of William A. Mason, Jr., an elder of the North Boulevard Church of Christ, Murfreesboro, Tenn., that he read each issue of the Advocate, "from cover to cover, including the advertisements." Bill Mason's interest in the Advocate extended beyond that of an avid reader. Each year he conducted a campaign among members of the congregation to "be a subscriber." Brother Mason was so enthusiastic, so dedicated and so devoted to the church that he was made a deacon at the East Main Street church in Murfreesboro about 1928. In 1947, when a group from that congregation founded the North Boulevard congregation, he became an elder. Seldom was there a service of the church that Brother and Sister Mason were absent from their accustomed pew, "right up front." If there were Christmas baskets to be distributed, or the Tennessee Orphan's Home truck to be visited, Bill Mason could be counted on to participate. His extensive financial training and acute business instinct were stabilizing, yet progressive factors in church building, missionary endeavors or teaching programs. He served as church treasurer for much of the history of this 22-year old Murfreesboro congregation. He extended this interest to the Middle Tennessee Christian School and the Middle Tennessee State University Christian Center, established and operated by brethren in the Murfreesboro area. The son of the late Allen and Mamie Alexander Mason of LaVergne, Brother Mason led a full and active life for 74 years. He was a veteran of World War I, a member of the Rutherford County Sportsman Club, the Senior Citizens, the American Legion, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. His extensive business interests included long association with Murfreesboro Federal Savings and Loan Association, from which he retired as vice-president and secretary. Although he had been in ill health for about a year, Brother Mason attended a business meeting of the church only a week before his unexpected passing at his residence January 12, 1970. The funeral service was from the North Boulevard church on January 14, with Milton Irvin and William Elliott officiating. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery in Murfreesboro. His wife, Mary Sutton Mason, three grandchildren, three brothers and three sisters survive. Gene Sloan. Gospel Advocate, March 12, 1970, page 175. Mason, W. T. Brother W. T. Mason, after having served the church of the Lord in Jacksonville and other parts of Florida, fell asleep in Jesus, January 7, 1930. Brother Mason was like his Lord in that he loved the church and prized her heavenly ways, her sweet communion, solemn vows, her hymns of love and praise. One of the evidences that we have passed from death to life is that we love the fellowship of the church and the associations of the brethren more than the fellowship of those of the world who are in darkness. "But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin." (John 1: 7.) Our brother's chief joy was to be in the company of God's people. He was ready unto every good work and abounded in love and faith and earnestness and the grace of giving. During the last year of his life he was much afflicted in body and suffered patiently until the end came. Another one of the church in Jacksonville, honored and beloved, is gone before. By and by there will be a great home-coming and reunion for us all, and we shall know and love each other in the presence of our Lord, and there we shall part no more. How wonderful and good is the hope we have in Christ Jesus! H. N. Rutherford. Gospel Advocate, January 30, 1930, page 119.
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