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Ogwin, David Ogle, Mary Jane Owen, Mary Ellen Owens, Mary Frances Osborne, Nannie Owen, James Owsley, Margaret E. Owens, W. J. Owen, William Glenn O'Guin, Mary Caroline Forest Osborne, Nancy Gospel Advocate, March 9, 1882, page 150. Owen Catherine Oden, Elias Odom, Cora Lee Ogle, Mary Jane Owen, James W. Owen, Mary B. Ogal, I. J. Owen, Jas. C. Owen, Tennessee A. Oakley, Minnie Jones Minnie Jones Oakley, wife of Tom Oakley, who worshiped with the Commerce congregation of the church of Christ in Wilson County, near Watertown, Tenn., died on September 22, 1928, aged forty-eight years, six months, and four days. She was baptized into Christ by J. C. McQuiddy at the age of thirteen. Her husband and one son, together with four step-children, survive her. She was a devoted Christian and was loved by all that knew her. She was always to be found at her post of duty. She and her husband always kept the preacher in their home during a meeting. She will be greatly missed. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. R. E. L. Taylor. Gospel Advocate, October 18, 1928, page 1004. Oakley, William Monroe William Monroe Oakley, son of William and Louise Gill Oakley, was born at Grant, Smith County, Tenn., on December 9, 1859. He was married to Willie Elizabeth Dillard on December 1, 1888. To this union were born three sons and one daughter. Two sons died in infancy. Sister Oakley preceded him to the heavenly home about two years ago. One son, one daughter, and one grandson yet remain on this side of the river. He is also survived by three brothers: Curg, Tom, and Ed Oakley. After his wifes death he made his home with his daughter and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Luis Jimenez, Ashland, Ky., where he died on December 26, 1936. They brought his body back to Tennessee, and it was laid beside that of his wife in the beautiful old cemetery in Lebanon. It was here he was married and here he spent his young manhood. I met Brother Oakley more than half a century ago in Lebanon. I said the ceremony when he was married, and I have been in touch with him through all the years. He worked in a dry goods store for several years in Lebanon. He then became superintendent of an orphan home in New Providence, near Clarksville, Tenn. The children of the home were devoted to him. He taught all the children of the home the word of God. There were something like one hundred fifty to two hundred children in that home. They went with him to the meetings every Sunday, and they knew their Bible lessons better, perhaps, than any children in the Bible study. After leaving the home he began preaching altogether. He preached in destitute places in Putnam, Jackson, and White Counties for several years. He was instrumental in starting several new churches, and he strengthened many weak ones in those counties. He had a happy disposition, and could make himself agreeable and happy among all classes. He took an interest not only in their religious work, but he showed an interest in their home duties. The poor loved him, and those in better circumstances would welcome him into their homes. He was thoughtful of the sick, and he could truly sympathize with them in their suffering. He was hopeful of his own physical condition up to almost the end. The last communication I had with him, only a few months ago, he expressed the hope that he would be back in meetings next summer. While he was kind to every one, he would not compromise the truth with any. This is something of a rare combination, but it is the only safe course. He was one of my especial friends. We rarely ever differed on Bible truth, and never on any vital truth. Brother Oakley made perhaps as much out of his life for good as any man could under similar conditions. His work on earth is over, and he has earned a sweet rest in eternity. May his daughter, his son, and his grandson, also the son-in-law who was so faithful to him in his latter days, prepare to meet him in the glory world. F. B. Srygley. Gospel Advocate, March 19, 1936, page 284. OBarr, Robert W. Again we were reminded that death was still engaged in the work which he began six thousand years ago, when he visited our midst and called another of our number to quit this life. This time he came to the home of Brother Robert W. OBarr, who for some time had been on the bed of affliction, and called him away from the scenes of this earth life. Brother OBarr was born on May 16, 1837, in Orange County, Ind., and died on November 20, 1910, having lived more than threescore and ten years. He leaves a wife, son and family, besides friends and relatives, to mourn his departure. The writer conducted the funeral services at the church, after which the remains were interred in Woodland Heights Cemetery. While our friends are being cut down one by one we should be forcefully reminded that where none others could advise, death has persuaded, and we also must yield one day. T. B. Thompson., Rector, Ark. Gospel Advocate, December 22, 1910, page 1438. OBrien, Loula (Williams) Sister Loula OBrien (nee Williams) was born on May 29, 1871; was married to Walter OBrien on January 5, 1891; died on January 9, 1905. She obeyed the gospel when about fifteen years old, and her life was truly that of a child of God. Her every action was marked by kindness, and she bore the trials of life with scarcely a murmur or complaint. No woman of my acquaintance with whom I have conversed in regard to the things pertaining to the kingdom of God impressed me with the fact that she had a higher regard for the teachings of the Man of Galilee than Sister OBrien. Through her godly example others have been led into the kingdom of God, and truly her works do follow her and her example yet lives. She was taken sick while on a visit to her father, Brother J. B. Williams, of Alvord, Texas, and died there. She leaves a husband and three bright children, a father and mother, four sisters and one brother, to mourn her loss. I conducted the funeral services, and to me it was the saddest service I ever conducted. She was laid to rest in the cemetery at Alford. A. W. Young., Sunset, Texas. Gospel Advocate, January 26, 1905, page 61. Odell, Mrs. I. F. Sister Odell, of Richmond, Calif., was born September 1, 1875; she died October 7, 1933. Sister Odell, with Mr. and Mrs. Derry Waldrop, had taken dinner with Mr. and Mrs. James Stephen at Avon; and as they were on their way home that night, they had a car accident, which resulted in Sister Odells death a few minutes later. Our deceased sister leaves behind her husband, I. F. Odell, and three childrenCarl, Paul, and Sister Ruth Waldrop. They are all, I am glad to say, members of the church. God placed much of this worlds good in the hands of this good woman, and I am confident that she used this wealth in such a way as to make friends of God and Christ. For the past three years she has given one hundred dollars per month to the support of the church in Sacramento, and she has also given fifty dollars a month to the support of the work here in Berkeley for more than two years. I think she gave four thousand dollars on the church building in this city, and I understand that she gave twenty-five hundred dollars on the church building in Sacramento. She has given much to mission work and to orphan homes. Moreover, she has left a fund to be used for the advancement of the cause of Christ in this State. The church has lost a stanch member, and of course we will miss this good woman more than words can tell; but we are determined to carry on the work which she loved so much. J. C. Hollis. Gospel Advocate, November 2, 1933, page 1054. Oden, Celestin Celestin Oden was born in France in 1823 and died in Union Parish, La., on May 26, 1909. He had been twice married, and had two children by his first wife, and they died in infancy. After the Civil War he settled near Simsboro, La., where he lived forty years and taught school as long as he could see and hear. He was a member of the church of Christ for fifty years and was faithful unto the end. Gospel Advocate, July 29, 1909, page 950. Odeneal, Hally Sister Hally Odeneal, daughter of A. T. Odeneal and wife, of Paris, Texas, departed this life at Hamlin, Texas, last April. She was a victim of consumption, and Brother Odeneal had moved to West Texas for the benefit of her health. They were living at Rotan, Fisher County, when the family physician advised them to take her to Alpine. I was in a meeting at Rotan at the time, and on Saturday, April 11, Brother and Sister Odeneal started with their dear daughter for Alpine, and while waiting for a train at Hamlin the sad end came. They shipped the remains back to Rotan, where the cold form was laid to rest until the resurrection morning. Hally was a noble, Christian girl. She dearly loved the church of Christ and was always at her post of duty. Since her death Brother and Sister Odeneal have returned to Paris. Brother Odeneal is one of the Lords faithful preachers of the word. The parting with Hally was so sad, but the meeting up yonder will be so sweet. May God bless the bereaved ones. T. W. Phillips. Gospel Advocate, November 5, 1908, page 714. Odeneal, O. T. My father, O. T. Odeneal, was born in Pulaski, Tenn., on October 10, 1846. Of his boyhood I know very little, but at the age of twenty-three years he married Miss Susie Casey, while he was attending a Bible school in Franklin, Ky. Two children were born to them, and after four years his wife died. He came to Texas about 1878 or 1879, ad on January 8, 1880, he and Miss Dora Hay were married at Thorp Spring. Five children were born, three of which, with the wife, survive him. The children are: Mrs. J. V. McCormick, Afton, Texas; Mrs. J. E. Reams and Mrs. H. A. Boothe, of Spur, Texas. On December 26, 1913, he was taken very sick, and the only hope the doctors held out was an operation, which was put off too long. On January 4, 1914, he was operated on, and seemed to do well until January 7, when he began getting worse, and died about six oclock on Sunday, January 11, at the hospital at Spur. I know my father was ready for the summons to go, for he had lived a devout Christian life for fully fifty years. He was a preacher of the gospel of our blessed Lord, and he was faithful to his word and work. We miss him, but our loss is his gain. Not our will, but Gods. Brother W. S. Taylor, a young preacher of the West, made a short talk at the funeral. Mrs. H. A. Boothe. Gospel Advocate, March 26, 1914, page 362. Odom, Elsie Mabel Elsie Mabel Odom was born on August 22, 1888, and died on January 3, 1916. She obeyed the gospel at the age of nineteen years and lived a devoted Christian until He that doeth all things well saw fit to call her up higher. Sister Elsie leaves, to mourn her death, a mother; one sisterMrs. W. R. Petty, of McEwen, Tenn.; one brotherW. T. Odom, of Hustburg, Tenn.; and a host of friends and relatives. To these I would say: Weep not, for she is not dead; for, while her mortal body has gone back to the dust from which it sprang, her spirit is gone back to God, who gave it, there to walk the golden streets of the new Jerusalem. Funeral services were conducted by Brother I. B. Bradley, of Dickson, Tenn., in the presence of a large audience. Sister Elsie was sick for two weeks. Elsie was a good girl, and all that knew her loved her. Let us all try to so live that when our summons comes we shall meet Elsie in that celestial city where there will be no more sad partings, no weeping, no heartaches; for God shall wipe all tears away. E. F. Burnett. Gospel Advocate, March 15, 1917, page 275. Odom, J. Vade The churches of this section suffered a great loss when J. V. Odom, of Millport, Ala., passed from this life, December 2, 1945. Brother Odom was a very devout man, and was loved by all. He was an active member of the church, and always ready and willing to do what he could for the Lord. He was a successful businessman and a very hard worker. Even though he was very much interested in his business and a hard worker, he always put the church first. He attended all the services of the Lord unless he was physically unable. I have known of several cases in which he ordered the Gospel Advocate or some other Christian paper for those outside the body of Christ in the hope that they would learn the truth. He was always doing something for someone. I have never heard one evil word against him. On the contrary, I have heard such statements as these about him: There has never been a town anywhere that has been more fortunate than Millport in having a man like Vade Odom; It does not seem possible; The town has lost one of its best men; It will not seem right. Statements like these were made by people who are not members of the church, as well as those who are. This man was indeed loved by all, both white and colored. I have been associated with this man only a short time, but grew to love him as a very dear friend and brother in Christ. He leaves to mourn his good wife, son, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, and a host of friends. The high esteem in which he was held was attested by the multitude of friends who gathered at the funeral services and also by the many floral offerings. The funeral services were conducted by C. W. Brannam, of Columbus, Miss., and me. M. L. Sexton., Millport, Ala. Gospel Advocate, January 31, 1946, page 119. ODonniley, Lizzie On December 29, 1920, at Sledge, Miss., at the home of her niece, Mrs. W. H. Scott, Miss Lizzie ODonniley passed away in her seventieth year, leaving two sisters and other near relations of her family. Her body was taken to Memphis, Tenn., where Brother C. A. Norred conducted the funeral services, after which it was buried in Forest Hill Cemetery. Sister ODonniley had many friends in Humphreys County, Tenn., where she was reared; at Harbert Avenue Church, in Memphis, where I first met her; and at other places where she had lived. She was the kind of person to make friends. She was bright and cheerful; notably kind and considerate rendering service to others to the close of her life. She learned and obeyed the truth about thirty years before her death, and was, I believe, loyal to the Master, faithful unto death. The saints who knew her have hope that they will meet her again in the heavenly home J. P. Slayden. Gospel Advocate, February 24, 1921, page 200. Officer, Loula Lenora Miss Loula Lenora Officer was born March 22, 1892, in White County, Tenn.; passed to her reward October 6, 1941, in her forty-ninth year. James Cope, S. D. Organ, and a neighbor, J. N. Derossett, conducted the service, October 7, from the Big Spring Church, of which she was a faithful member, in the presence of hundreds of sorrowing neighbors and friends. The body was tenderly laid to rest, beneath many lovely flowers, in the France Cemetery, beside her father, who passed away early in 1941. Miss Loula was a very industrious woman. She taught in the public schools of White and Cumberland Counties, also in Cullman, Ala. Her health would not permit her to remain in the teaching profession. After she retired from teaching, she lived a very quiet and simple life, helping to care for her aged father. She was passionately fond of reading, flowers, and fancy needlework. She left behind much evidence of her thrift and industry Hundreds of friends came from far and near to visit Miss Loula; some days there were as many as forty different people, hoping to help in some way. Loads of beautiful flowers came daily from friends and neighbors throughout her illness. The writer had known Miss Loula for a number of years, and knew her to possess a sweet Christian character. Until she became unable to go, she was always at her post of duty on the Lords day. She was loved and respected by all who knew her. Surviving are four brothers (Kell, Perry, Bob, and Casto), one sister (Miss Willie), her stepmother (Mrs. Annie Officer), several nieces and nephews, besides hundreds of other relatives and friends. Annie Mae Williams. Gospel Advocate, February 12, 1942, page 167. OKelley, Callie L. For the second time in a few months has the death angel visited the home of Brother Robert OKelley and his devoted wife and took with him the spirit of Sister Callie L. OKelley. She was born on January 31, 1887. She was born again in August, 1903, and from that time until her death, on April 29, 1907. She lived a devoted, Christian life. Hers was a bright, cheerful disposition, ever ready to help the needy or cheer the despondent. She left behind her a host of sorrowing friends and relatives, who will greatly miss her cheerful, helpful words and deeds. This double affliction is so hard on the family, who loved her so dearly; but God in his infinite mercy will give them strength to bear even this. I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee, is his precious promise. May they be strengthened and helped thereby. J. T. Jones., Alma, Ark. Gospel Advocate, December 5, 1907, page 779. OKelley, Henry B. Henry B. OKelley was born on July 26, 1884; obeyed the gospel in the summer of 1904; and gave up his life on September 14, 1906. He was the son of Brother Robert OKelley, a faithful preacher, of Crawford County, Ark., and a young man of more than ordinary promise of usefulness. He was a dutiful son, kind and gentle in disposition, and greatly loved by all who knew him. His Christian life, though short, was worthy of emulation, in that he was faithful and ready for every good word and work. The sorrowing family have our sincere sympathy in their affliction. Theirs is the blessed promise of a reunion on the blissful shores of immortality. J. T. Jones., Alma, Ark. Gospel Advocate, December 5, 1907, page 779. Old, Henry Booth Henry Booth Old was born on September 29, 1821, in Botetourt County, Va., and departed this life on January 22, 1914, aged ninety-two years, three months, and twenty-four days. In 1879 he accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized by Brother A. J. Smithson. Brother Old was a useful man and a good citizen. He was a member of the church for about thirty-five years, and often regretted that he did not become a Christian sooner than he did. He leaves four children, all of whom are Christians: Mrs. Lela Hill and Mrs. Elsie Robertson, of Gladeville, Tenn.; George Old, Paris, Tenn.; and John Robert Old, of Ocala, Fla. The writer spoke words of comfort to the bereaved at Gladeville, Tenn., where the funeral services were held. His grandsons were the pallbearers. 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 influence that comes from a godly life will live on after they are gone. Precious in the sight of Jehovah is the death of his saints. (Ps. 116:15.) George W. Graves. Gospel Advocate, April 9, 1914, page 408. Oldham, Ida Bradshaw After lingering for several months with a disease beyond the control of earthly physicians, Sister Ida Bradshaw Oldham was called away from her home and friends and congregation here to a brighter home, a better congregation, and stronger friends over there. John says: And there shall be no curse any more: and the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be therein: and his servants shall do him service; and they shall see his face; and his name shall be on their foreheads. (Rev. 22:3, 4.) Many figurative expressions are found in this book: but when it says, His servants shall do him service, this we understand to be literal. Man is a servant, and not a master. Nor are we to consider mans lot a misfortune because he must serve. When Ida Bradshaw was born, on September 19, 1858, she was obligated to serve her parents. This she did nobly as a child. But when, about eighteen years of age, she realized that her obligations had widened, she voluntarily became a servant of Him whose yoke is easy and whose burden is light. About three years after becoming a Christian she promised to serve an earthly companion, and so, on October 16, 1879, she was married to William H. Oldham. As a faithful wife and mother, she served her family, but never did she forget that her highest obligation was to Him who is King of kings, and Lord of lords. The congregation at Laguardo, Tenn., with which she had long been identified, will feel deeply their loss. One marked characteristic in Sister Oldhams life was the evenness and gentleness of her temper. The serenity of her life was due, not to unconcern, but to her goodness of heart and trust in her Savior. Some equals, doubtless, may be found, but I know not where to find her superior among women. Her death occurred on October 29, 1909, and the following day, while a number of relatives and friends were assembled, she was laid away in the family burying ground near Laguardo. S. P. Pittman. Gospel Advocate, January 20, 1910, page 87. Oldham, June Moss June Moss Oldham, 62, died of acute bronchial asthma in Glasgow, Scotland, May 19, 1991, while she and her husband, Reeder, were on a missionary campaign. Born July 24, 1928, near Bismarck, Vermillion County, Ill., she and Reeder were married Feb. 8, 1948. The Oldhams, both graduates of Freed-Hardeman University, returned to FHU in 1968 to work after 20 years of full-time preaching. June retired as registrar Dec. 31, 1990, and Reeder retired from the faculty May 31, 1991. She is survived by her husband; three sons, Larry of Henderson, Tenn., Tim of Oak Ridge, Tenn., and Phil of Starkville, Miss.; two brothers; and seven grandchildren. The funeral was May 25 at the Henderson, Tenn., Church of Christ. Participating in the service were Ben Flatt, Jack Hilliard, Gary McKnight and Milton Sewell. Arrangements were by Cooperative Funeral Service, Glasgow, and Casey Funeral Home, Henderson. Gospel Advocate, January, 1992, page 23. Oldham, Mary N. (Poston) Mary N. Oldham, nee Poston, was born near Winchester, Ky., in April, 1830. About 1867, with her brother and his wife, she moved to Tennessee. In 1876 she married Charles Oldham, of Laguardo, Tenn., where she resided until some years after his death. In 1896 she returned to Sumner County, Tenn., and lived near Bethpage until last April, when she went back to Kentucky, near the home of her earlier years. Two months ago she submitted to serious surgical operation, from which she never recovered. After having patiently endured many afflictions and intense pain, her spirit took its flight on October 15, 1902. Since her girlhood she had been a zealous member of the church of Christ. Her loyalty, faith, and Christian love were worthy of imitation. Many will miss her quiet deeds of charity. She was never absent from our Lords Supper when she could possibly be there. She was forgiving, self-sacrificing, modest, and true. Her life was, within itself, a grand sermon. May God help all of us to be as loyal and worthy as she, that we may enter the beautiful gates. Mary Ellen Woodson., Bethpage, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, November 6, 1902, page 715. Oldham, Odell Greer Odell Greer Oldham was born Feb. 12, 1903 and died Feb. 10, 1982, just two days before her 79th birthday. She was the daughter of James H. Greer and Susie Bedingfield Greer. All her life was spent near Rogersville, Ala. Mrs. Oldham is survived by her husband of more than 56 years, Nolen Oldham; son Reeder Oldham, Henderson, Tenn.; daughter, Mrs. Phil (Faye) Heffington, Nashville, Tenn.; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are four sisters, Mrs. J. H. Eubanks, Nashville, Tenn., Mrs. W. W. Romine, Mrs. Harvey Lovell, and Mrs. Orian Patterson, all of Rogersville, Ala. Funeral services were Feb. 11 at the Rogersville Church of Christ. Ralph Snell and Charles Thompson officiated. Burial was in Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens, Florence, Ala. Mothers primary interests were in her familyher natural family and her spiritual family, the church. She was especially interested in mission efforts and Christian education. Reeder Oldham. Gospel Advocate, April 15, 1982, page 246. Oldham, Saidee Saidee Oldham entered into this life on April 12, 1883, and God, in his infinite goodness, permitted her to remain with us until February 19, 1904twenty years, ten months, and seven days. It is beyond our power to understand why God, in his wisdom, goodness, and mercy, saw fit to take one so young, beautiful, useful, and promising as our darling Saidee; yet it was his will, and we must submit to it. While we have every assurance that Saidee entered triumphantly into the haven of rest, still we grieve and deeply deplore our loss, which is her eternal gain. Her life on earth was a good one, and her influence will be felt for generations. It was my pleasure to know her and to be associated with her almost daily during the past eleven years of her life, having lived a part of that time in her home; hence, I can truthfully say that her life was a model one and is worthy of emulation. She obeyed the Savior at the age of sixteen years. She became a victim of that dread disease, consumption, in March, 1903, while engaged in teaching school. She bore her suffering meekly and patiently; and she expressed to her mother her willingness to go, should it be the Lords will to call her. Saidee was not only good; she was beautiful and cultured, and possessed a strong intellect. She is gone; but we have the sweet consolation of knowing that if we remain faithful unto death, we will again behold that sweet face and dwell with her forever. Aunt Myrtle. Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1904, page 282. Oldham, Sallie J. Cowan Sallie J. Cowan was born June 29, 1834; married to Wm. B. Oldham Nov. 20, 1851; joined the Presbyterians when but a girl; saw the light and came to it in obedience to the gospel under the preaching of Brother Elley about 1866 or 67; died at her home, near LaGuardo, Wilson county, Tenn., October 13, 1893, aged fifty-nine years, three months, and fourteen days. Before she had numbered half the days of her life, when earthly hope and promise were at their very meridian, surrounded by five little children, the oldest scarcely ten years of age, the strong arm that would have shielded her from the storms of life passed into a memory. She took up the broken thread of her darkened life with its burden of care and pain with a fortitude that never wavered, with a faith that never faltered. Cheerfully, hopefully, day by day, for over thirty weary, toilsome years, she responded to the dictates of a high and holy womanhood, and devoted her life to her God and her children, raised them to honorable and useful manhood, fought the good fight to a finish, and in the triumph of an eternal victory laid lifes armor down. Her beautiful life can never die, but will continue to throw its benediction over other hearts and lives until the tidal wave of time has worn its barriers down to the waters edge of eternity. Hugh S. Fowler. Gospel Advocate, February 8, 1894, page 87. Oler, Thurman Gayle Gayle Oler, former superintendent of Boles Home for Children at Quinlan, Texas, died suddenly at Port Aransas, Texas, October 6, 1973. Funeral services were held in Dallas, Texas, at 10:30 A. M., October 8, with Jimmy Wood and Robert K. Oglesby officiating. Interment was in Laurel Land Cemetery in Dallas with ex-students of Boles Home serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were the elders of the White Rock congregation and the Board of Directors of Boles Home. Thurman Gayle Oler, a son of the late John Oler and Annie Kathryn Kitchings Oler, was born in Greenville, Texas, on June 17, 1910. He was educated in the public schools there and attended East Texas State University, Abilene Christian College, and Harding College. He preached his first sermon at the age of 19 in Farmersville, Texas. At the age of 21, he began full time work and for the next twelve years preached for churches in Gilmer, Terrell, Ennis, Temple and Gladewater, Texas. In December of 1943 he accepted the position of Superintendent of Boles Home and remained in that work until ill health forced his retirement in 1970. Brother Oler made a large contribution in time and energy to the development of the operation of Childrens Homes. He saw this phase of Christianity grow from several small homes to many in every section of the country. After his retirement, he moved to Dallas and was presently serving the White Rock congregation as an elder. The first marriage ceremony to be performed at Boles Home was that of Thurman Gayle Oler and Miss Mary Kelly on August 17, 1931. Four children were born to this union and countless hundreds of other children have felt the love and concern that they had for their own. Surviving him are his wife, Mary, of Dallas; two sons, Gayle Edward Oler of Dallas, Paul Oler of Palo Alton, Calif.; two daughters, Mrs. Jack Felmet of Beaverton, Ore., and Mrs. Dick Blythe of Stephenville, Texas; nine grandchildren and one brother, Garth Oler of Houston, Texas. The brotherhood has lost a great and good man. Jimmy Wood. Gospel Advocate, November 1, 1973, page 706. Oliphant, William Landon, Sr. William Landon Oliphant, Sr., was born in Tennessee, July 14, 1847. He departed this life on March 2, 1931, at the Confederate Veterans Home in Ardmore, Okla. He was a Confederate soldier during the Civil War, serving in the First Tennessee Cavalry. He is survived by four sons and one daughter. The sons are: J. E. (my father), Locust Grove, Okla.; W. B., California; M. L., Colorado; and L. N., Houston, Texas. The daughter is Mrs. Jess Harper, Rice, Texas. According to my promise to my grandfather a few weeks before his death, I conducted the funeral service in his memory, at Ardmore, on March 3. This was not my first experience in burying him. I had the privilege of buying him with Christ in baptism in July, 1923. Since that time he had been a faithful member of the church of Christ. Brother J. W. Chism and the church at Ardmore, as well as the Oak Cliff Church, did everything in their power to minimize the sorrows of the family and to make lighter the burden under which I labored in conducting the last rites of a loved one. Believing that grandfather was a child of God, faithful unto death, we sorrow not as those who have no hope. W. L. Oliphant. Gospel Advocate, May 21, 1931, page 631. Olive, John R. It is with heartfelt sorrow that I record the death of my brother-in-law, Brother John R. Olive, who died at his home near Florence, Ala., on February 20, 1905. He was born on January 17, 1879. At an early age he obeyed the gospel and became a member of the church of Christ. When twenty-one years of age, he saw the importance of education and entered the Georgie Robertson Christian College at Henderson, Tenn., where he remained several years, taking both the literary and Bible courses. The rest of his brief life he preached the gospel until his health failed. His work was in Alabama and Mississippi, where he held many successful meetings. In the country of his nativity he was honored and loved by all. His influence was greatest among the people of his boyhood, and that can be said only of the best men of earth. He was married to Miss Mary Long, of Rives, Tenn., on January 17, 1904. This happy union was broken in a very short time. But to the one whose heart is bleeding, let me say: Dear Mary, you were faithful and did all you could to brighten and lengthen his days upon earth, but it is the will of the Father in heaven that we give up our darling ones on earth. We shall meet him in a brighter world, where there will be no more death, and where God shall wipe all tears away, and we shall rejoice in the eternal home for evermore. This life of only twenty-six years was full of pure words and noble deeds, and will remain long in the hearts of his countrymen with whom he labored. W. S. Long., Jr. Gospel Advocate, April 6, 1905, page 218. Oliver, R. C. R. C. Oliver, 80, died Dec. 23, 1998, at Palm Gardens Nursing Home. A native of Caloway County, Ky., Oliver preached for many years at the Camden Avenue and North End Churches of Christ, both in Parkersburg, W.Va. He also preached for congregations in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and Tennessee and held gospel meetings in more than 15 states and Canada. Oliver was a graduate of Freed-Hardeman and East Tennessee State universities. He taught at several colleges, including FHU and Ohio Valley College. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; son, Robert; daughter, Pamela Rezach; brother, Orvis K. Oliver; and four grandchildren. Winter Haven, Fla. Gospel Advocate, March, 1999, page 45 / (August, 1999, page 41.) Omdorff, M. W. Our brother M. W. Omdorff departed this life Oct. 22, 1895, at his home near Schochoh Ky. He was born Nov. 27, 1843, lacking a few days of being 52 years of age. He obeyed the gospel at the age of 21 years, and lived a consistent member of the body of Christ till the day of his death. The writer had the privilege of being with him often in his last days, and I never knew a man more reconciled to his fate. His only regret was having to leave his wife and children. He obeyed the gospel at old Berea, in this county, under the preaching of old Brother Rogers. He was afterwards elder of Antioch church, this county, for several years, until he removed to Texas, where he remained but a year or so, and returned to his old home. He was a consistent, devoted, and God-fearing man, and tried hard to live the life required of a Christian. He has gone home to receive his reward. No man in our community stood higher as a Christian. He was loved alike by Christians and the world. I never heard aught against him in any of his dealings with his fellowman. He is greatly missed in our midst, but our loss is his gain. Gospel Advocate, February 27, 1896, page 140. ONeal, Eunice Regenia Kimbro Eunice Regenia Kimbro was born on August 2, 1873; was born into the kingdom of God in 1886; was united in marriage to Ulysses G. ONeal on December 13, 1893; and on February 1, 1929, closed her eyes to the scenes of this life, to enjoy the glories of that home beyond, where life is one eternal day. She was a loving mother and a faithful wife, sober-minded, chaste, a worker at home, kind-hearted, generous, and true. She was loved by every one who knew her for her goodness and kindness. The last years of her life were filled with much sorrow and suffering. There are left behind three sonsCyrus, Robert, and Ben, all of Newport, Ark.; one daughter, Edna; the husband, U. G. ONeal; and one brother, George Kimbro, of Chehalis, Wash. Edwin, the youngest son, preceded his mother in death, July, 1923. The funeral services were held at the home in Judsonia, where a large number of relatives and friends viewed the earthly remains of Sister ONeal for the last time. Brother Joe Miller spoke words of comfort to the bereaved, after which the body was carried to Evergreen Cemetery for interment. J. O. Yingling. Gospel Advocate, March 14, 1929, page 257. ONeal, James LaFayette I record the death of a very good man in the person of our beloved Brother James LaFayette ONeal, who departed this life Jan. 21, 1894, in his 63d year. Rheumatism made him a cripple when he was young, and caused him to have a great desire to procure an education, which he did, going to some of the best schools that our state then afforded. Afterward he spent more than a quarter of a century in the profession of teaching. His religious training was that of Primitive Baptist. More than sixty years he remained out of the church. Becoming deeply interested on the subject of salvation, he began to study the plain word of God, and, like the eunuch, having faith in the word of God and repenting of his sins, he wrote to Elder T. W. Brents, of Lewisburg, Tenn., that he wanted to be baptized, and was told to come to the church at that place, and it would be attended to. Thus uniting with the brethren at Lewisburg, being a cripple, and living remote from any congregation, he could not attend church as he wanted to, but always did the best he could. He had the pleasure last year of seeing his aged companion obey the gospel under the preaching of Brother R. A. Hoover. He leaves a large family to mourn their loss. We would say to his family, his loved ones, Mourn not as those who have no hope. We are consoled when we read the scripture, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. M. W. Bills., Palmetto, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, March 15, 1894, page 166. ONeal, Jennie Mrs. Jennie ONeal was born in Gatewood, Mo., February 14, 1869, and passed away at her home in Clarita, Okla., January 27, 1950, at the age of eighty years, eleven months, and thirteen days. She was married to George W. ONeal on December 25, 1886. To this union eleven children were born, seven of whom survive. Sister ONeal is also survived by twenty-one grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and a host of devoted friends in and out of the church. She obeyed the gospel early in life, and with her faithful husband became two of the pioneers of the church in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Truly, Sister ONeal was a kind mother and a faithful Christian. Funeral services were conducted at Clarita, Okla., January 29, with burial in the Wilson Cemetery. Sherman L. Cannon. Gospel Advocate, February 16, 1950, page 110. Onesby, Thursia Evaline Sister Thursia Evaline Onesby, the widow of Elder James F. Onesby, of Overton County, Tenn., was born on April 13, 1825. She was a daughter of Isaiah Warthan. She was married to Brother James F. Onesby on March 25, 1847, and to them were born four sons and four daughters. She died on May 9, 1908. She survived her husband more than thirteen years. She was buried on May 11, after services by the writer, in the Hilham Cemetery. She obeyed the gospel early in life under the preaching of Brother N. F. Howard. She then used her influence with her husband, and he obeyed; but she could never influence one son and one daughter to obey God, who patiently and kindly waited on their mother to the last. Yet she never ceased her Christian labor till she lost ability in the sickness of death. She was very sedate. She seemed not to be disturbed when disappointments, sickness, and unfortunate conditions or circumstances came upon them, but was cautious, kind, conservative, and thoughtful. Naturally industrious, obedient to her husband, kind to her children, merciful to the poor, we believe she was a Christian in deed, in truth, and in spirit. Hiram Pharris. Gospel Advocate, July 16, 1908, page 458. Ormes, Jane Died, on March 7, 1906, at Mallorys Station, her home, near Franklin, Tenn., Jane Ormes, in the seventy-sixth year of her age. She was born and reared in this State. She became a Christian and was a member of the Owens Chapel congregation. She was a good woman and lived a consistent, Christian life. She leaves to mourn her death nine children (five sons and four daughters), besides numerous relatives and friends. James E. Scobey. Gospel Advocate, April 5, 1906, page 222. Orr, F. M. On April 22 I was called to Wildersville, Tenn., to conduct the funeral of F. M. Orr. I had known Brother Orr for fifteen years, and found him to be a man of unusually keen observations and strong convictions. He was baptized by R. L. Roberts only three years ago, when he was about seventy-five years old, although he was a regular church attendant for many years before his conversion. He is survived by his widow, Sister Mitchell Manley Orr, who continues to live at Wildersville; one son, Carl, who lives in Atlanta; and two daughters, Mrs. H. R. (Vashti) Adkins, who lives and teaches in North Alabama, and Nita, who is home demonstration agent, and lives in Erwin, Tenn. After funeral services, which were attended by a large number of people, the body was taken to Clarksburg and buried in the cemetery near that place. Jesse B. Austin. Gospel Advocate, July 19, 1945, page 383. Orr, Gates Brother Gates Orr died at his home three miles southwest of Conway Springs, Kan., on Tuesday, December 12, 1905, aged about seventy-nine years. Funeral services were conducted at the home of Elder D. T. Broadus, of Belle Plaine, Kan., after which the remains were followed to the Spring Hill Cemetery by many sorrowing friends, to await the resurrection of the dead. G. M. Roach., Conway Springs, Kan. Gospel Advocate, January 11, 1906, page 26. Orr, Mary E. On January 16, 1924, the death angel came and took our precious mother, Mary E. Orr, to her eternal home. She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Embry, Dallas, Texas. She had been practically an invalid for ten years, but bore her sufferings patiently and put her trust in God. She spent many hours reading and studying the sacred pages of the Bible. She was the eldest daughter of James Daniel, who came to Texas from Lynchburg, Tenn., in 1854. Almost all her life was spent in Ellis County, Texas, eleven miles from Waxahachie. She was the wife of Henry Goodloe Orr, elder for many years in the Sylvana church of Christ, and her life was spent in service for others. At the time of her death she was seventy-one years of age. She was talented, industrious, patriotic, a true Christian, and a devoted mother. She leaves, to mourn her departure, two sonsLeslie Orr, of Tampa, Fla., and Karl Orr, of Electra, Texas; four daughtersMrs. George Embry, Myrtle Orr, and Mrs. C. O. Beckley, of Dallas, and Mrs. O. R. Jenkins, of San Antonio; besides seventeen grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. She was laid to rest at Lancaster by the side of her husband, who died ten years ago. The home of father and mother stood for high ideals and Christian living. May we so live as to meet them in the great beyond, where partings are no more. Gospel Advocate, May 1, 1924, page 427. Orr, Minnie M. It is with sadness that I record the death of our dear sister, Mrs. Minnie M. Orr, wife of Brother T. J. Orr, of this place. Sister Orr was born in Tennessee, December 6, 1869. She became a member of the Methodist Church at the age of 12 years, and remained there until two years ago, when she united with the church of Christ, and lived as consistent a Christian as she knew until December 1, 1897, when the cold, icy fingers of death chilled her brow and the angel of God called her spirit to realms on high. She leaves a devoted husband, brothers and sisters, two little boys and a host of friends, to mourn her loss. She was a kind, gentle, and sacrificing wife; an indulgent, loving mother; and a true, faithful follower of the meek and lowly Jesus; but today she is gone where no more she will hear the sweet, innocent prattlings of her little ones or the voice of her devoted companion, whose voice was a cheer to her lonely hours, and whose footstep caused an awakening of joy when she heard it. Brother Orr has the deepest sympathy of all who know him. John D. White., Ladonia, Texas. Gospel Advocate, December 30, 1897, page 829. Orr, Thomas Lee Thomas Lee Orr, 60, died in September 1998 after a long struggle with cancer. He had preached for 45 years, starting at age 15. Orr was a graduate of Lipscomb University. He then studied at Harding Graduate School and Harding University for his masters degree in Bible and Greek. He was the minister of the Loan Oak Church of Christ in Bedford County, Tenn., until his death. He had also preached for several other congregations throughout Tennessee. He spent 17 years in the mission field, preaching in Georgia and Kentucky. Orr is survived by his wife, Ruth; a son, Wayne; five daughters, Mary Beth Smith, Melinda Stovall, Donna Hargrove, Amy Von Almen and Janna Connelly; and 10 grandchildren. Lewisburg, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, May, 1999, page 45. Orton, W. G. Brother W. G. Orton was born, in Fannin County, Ga., on September 25, 1868, and died, at his home, in Lawrence County, Tenn., on January 29, 1926. He obeyed the gospel twenty-eight years ago and lived a devoted Christian life, and was loved by all who knew him. To know him was to love him. He had lived in the Deerfield neighborhood for six years. Many of his neighbors and friends assembled at the Shady Grove Cemetery on Saturday, January 30, to pay a tribute of respect to his memory. He leaves his wife with five children, also five children by a former wife, one brother and three sisters, on this side of the river of death. The funeral at the grave was conducted by Elders T. C. King and Sherman Kelly. Truly a good man is gone, and the loved ones have grief, but not as those that have no hope. T. C. King. Gospel Advocate, April 1, 1926, page 306. Osborn, Lelia Sister Lelia Osborn was born, in Alabama, on December 27, 1873, and was the daughter of T. T. Owen; was married on June 24, 1891, to Martin Osborn; was baptized at the age of fourteen; and died on December 20, 1918. She became suddenly ill with congestion of the lungs, and lived only one day and two nights, and the last half day and night never regained consciousness. Sister Osborn was faithful to the Masters cause, never being absent at the hour of worship unless providentially hindered. I have known her to drive alone through the snow and cold for miles in order to assemble with the faithful. Such as these will be rewarded when the Lord comes to make up his jewels. We are so sad without her presence at the Lords table, but some sweet day we shall meet again where partings come no more. May we all be as faithful and true as she has been. L. G. Park. Gospel Advocate, January 23, 1919, page 86. Osborne, Daniel H. Brother Daniel H. Osborne departed this life on February 29, 1908, at his home near Sharp, Independence County, Ark. He was born in Meigs County, Ohio, on February 8, 1831. Brother Osborne leaves an aged companion and four children. Sister Osborne has helped him to fight lifes battles for fifty-four years. She is now seventy-two years old, and is quite feeble. Brother Osborne had been a member of the church of Christ for sixty years. Last year Brother Osborne commenced to build a house to worship in near his home. Being poor in this worlds goods, and not being able to work as he once was, they asked help from the brotherhood, but, owing to the money panic or some other cause, the call was not heeded as it should have been, so Brother Osborne spent the last year of his life working on the house. The writer was called to speak words of comfort, and we laid his body to rest in the morning shadow of the house he had labored so faithfully on. The high esteem of Brethren, neighbors, and friends was manifested by the large congregation that assembled to see the remains laid away. The family have the heartfelt sympathy of all. J. H. McDoniel., Newark, Ark. Gospel Advocate, June 25, 1908, page 410. Osborne, J. F., Dr. Brother J. F. Osborne, eighty-six, died at his home near Trenton, Tenn., on Sunday, May 26, 1929. He spent most of his life in Gibson County, and was quite active in his chosen profession and in the work of the church. He was one of the most highly polished and cultured of his day, and made it an invariable rule to treat every one with perfect civility, regardless of his standing. It was always a pleasure to be in his presence and to see a real gentleman. He enlisted in the army as a Confederate soldier, and until the day of his death he took a lively interest in the historic events through which he had passed. He was also a soldier of the cross, and gladly followed his Captain until he was called upon to lay aside his armor. Brother Osborne loved the truth, and the exceeding great and precious promises of Gods word ever cheered him on his way. He was laid to rest in the cemetery at Trenton, by the side of his faithful and loyal wife. Brother J. L. Holland conducted the funeral service in an impressive manner. The following children mourn his loss: Will Osborne, of Trenton, Tenn.; Mrs. Paul Yarbrough, of Fort Smith, Ark.; Mrs. Alma Hubbard, of Nashville, Tenn.; Mrs. Record, of Paris, Texas; Miss Ella Osborne, of Trenton, Tenn. N. B. Hardeman. Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1929, page 644. Osborne, Mabel Kennedy Since Jehovah said, Dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return, it has been even so. Hence the great importance of preparing for the summons when it comes. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints! Death always leaves sadness somewhere, but sometimes more than at others. Leaving a husband and four childrenthree daughters and one sonto battle without her help in this world, on July 6, 1914, Sister Mabel Kennedy Osborne went away, never to return. She was the daughter of Brother Joe Kennedy, of Bunker Hill, Tenn. She was born on February 28, 1879; was married to Foster Osborne in 1896; obeyed the gospel on July 3, 1895. Her neighbors said: A good woman has gone. What a grand thing to be said! Burial in the family burying ground. Services by the writer. W. Derryberry. Gospel Advocate, October 1, 1914, page 1042. Osborne, Nannie On May 10, 1926, the death angel, that unbidden guest, invaded the home of Dr. James F. Osborne, four miles west of Trenton, Tenn., and claimed the spirit of his beloved wife, Nannie, who had been his loving companion and helpmate for more than fifty-nine years. Sister Osborne (nee Sinclair) was born on December 1, 1847. She was married to Dr. James F. Osborne on October 8, 1867. Besides the husband, she leaves, to mourn her departure, five childrenWill, Nannie B., Alma, Ella, and Mary. She obeyed the gospel at the age of twenty and lived a Christian till death. She was for years a teacher in the Sunday school at Bethany Church, and will ever be lovingly remembered by her pupils for the good she did. Sister Osborne lived her religion, and we all loved her for her works sake. Surely one of Gods noble women, a mother in Israel, has fallen at her post of duty. Hence, she passed in the triumphs of a living faith and with the Christians hope into the blessed beyond. We are earnestly praying Gods richest blessing to rest upon the Doctor in his declining years. After services at Bethany Church, conducted by the writer, the body was place in the Trenton cemetery to await the resurrection of the just. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. J. L. Holland. Gospel Advocate, July 29, 1926, page 717. Osborne, Theodore T. Our aged and beloved brother, Theodore T. Osborne, departed this life on May 10, 1896. He was born in Irvington, N. J., in 1833, but the last forty years of his life was spent in New Orleans. He was upright in business, a devoted father, a faithful husband, a pious Christian, a loyal citizen. He was an honorary elder of the church of Christ, and enjoyed the love and fellowship of all the members. A widow and seven children survive him. These we commend to Christ, who is able to heal the wounds caused by death, and who alone is able to bring them again into the presence and companionship of their love one. S. R. Hawkins. Gospel Advocate, June 11, 1896, page 379. Osborne, Thomas B. Thomas B. Osborne, one of Gods noblemen, departed this life Sept. 13, 1893, at his home in Union City, Tenn., and his remains were buried beside eight of this family, including his father, mother, brothers, sister, nieces, and his own little boy. The whole city was in mourning, the business houses were all closed, and the people en masse attended his funeral to manifest their appreciation of him an upright man and devoted Christianthe friend of all men, but especially of the poor, who thronged around his bier to do him honor and bless his memory. His funeral service (held at the first Christian church, of which he was the best-loved member) was participated in by all the churches in Union City, and the pastors of each spoke in the highest terms in praise of this all-beloved disciple, who, like his Lord, loved the poor. Though rich in all heavenly graces, Brother Osborne was himself poor in this worlds goods. A devoted preacher of the gospel for many years, yet he was compelled to give the larger part of his time to business in order to support his beloved wife and three children. As a merchant he was too honest and liberal to make more than a plain and simple living for his family. A void has been left in the hearts of all our people, but the congregation of which he was the most honored member, and his family, grieve most of all. When coming together they miss him from his accustomed seat, and hear no more his voice mingling with theirs in the service of prayer and praise. The grief of his widowed wife and fatherless daughters no words can describe, and nothing but their faith and hope in Christ enables them to bear their grievous loss. May the Lord sustain and comfort them. We all feel that a great and good man has gone to this blessed reward, and that his place can not be filled in our hearts. T. B. Osborne was the oldest son of Ephraim H. Osborne, one of the pioneer preachers of the Christian Church in Tennessee, and was born in Giles county, March 3, 1839; confessed Christ and became obedient to him while still a boy, and his whole life testified to the sincerity of his faith in and love for Christ. He learned to love the Lord early in life, and served him faithfully and lovingly to the end, being sure that his labor was not in vain in the Lord. Among his last words were, I have fought a good fight, I have kept the faith, and his death was as quiet and gentle as an innocent child falling asleep. It was granted unto him to depart in peace, full of good works and charity, at the age of 54 years, 6 months, and 10 days, while surrounded by his family and many others who loved him devotedly; and he has left to his loved ones a richer heritage than all the world could give. Brother Osborne was married to Miss Cassie Goodloe, June 30, 1867, and theirs was an ideal wedded lifemade so by their mutual love for each other, and their loving faith in Christ. Their doors were ever wide open to all needing shelter and hospitality. Brother Osborne was an elder of the church at Union City for about twenty years, and the very life of the church was largely dependent upon his unselfish labors during its infancy. He verily watered it with his tears. For many of his last years he was a preacher for those who paid him a mere pittance for his work--a self-supported missionary, that he might preach the unsearchable riches of Christ to those he loved. Such a life as was his is a great blessing to the world, and the churches of God in Union City ought to feel, and I believe they do feel, that his dear ones are left as a sacred trust unto their fraternal love and keeping. God grant that all of the disciples of Christ may continue faithful unto death, as did our beloved Brother Osborne. J. H. Roulhac. Gospel Advocate, January 11, 1894, page 28. OSullivan, Victoria Mallard Victoria Mallard, wife of Brother Henry OSullivan, was born January 10, 1864, and died May 5, 1895, aged 31 years, 3 months, and 25 days. She was married to Brother Henry OSullivan December 21, 1881, obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother E. A. Land August, 1883, and has lived a worthy, faithful, and consistent member of the Church of Christ until her death. She leaves a husband, four little children, relations and friends to mourn her departure. But they need not sorrow after her as those who have no hope, because she has doubtless exchanged a Sodom for a paradise, and a home on earth for a home in heaven. Sister OSullivan, the subject of this sketch, had been a great sufferer with bodily afflictions for about five years, but during all this long period of time she never lost faith in her dear Savior, but held fast to His blessed promises made to those who obey His commandments and serve Him faithfully while here in this life. May Gods blessings rest on husband and the little children, and that when the summons comes calling them from this world, they may have lived so that they will be permitted to meet wife and mother where trouble is unknown, in that blessed home that is prepared for the people of God. Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1895, page 638. Ott, James Roy, Jr., Dr. Dr. James Roy Ott, Jr., associate professor of finance at the University of Alabama and deacon in the University church of Christ in Tuscaloosa, died April 7, 1968, at Druid City Hospital following a long illness. He was forty-four years old. Funeral services were held April 8, at the building of Central church in Tuscaloosa with burial in Tuscaloosa Memorial Park Cemetery. Dr. Ott was my brother-in-law. He was a brilliant man, yet a man characterized by his faith in God as simple as that of a child. After graduating from high school in Conway, Arkansas, he attended Parks Air College in St. Louis, Missouri, where he received a degree in aeronautical engineering. From there he went to Hendrix College in Conway where he gained a B.S. degree in economics, and on to Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn., for M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Economics. Dr. Ott had been at the University of Alabama for the past five years. Prior to that he served as acting chairman of the department of business administration at Pepperdine College in Los Angeles, Calif., and was assistant professor at the University of Georgia in Athens, Harding College in Searcy, Ark., and David Lipscomb College, in Nashville, Tenn. He was a member of the American Finance Association, the American Economic Association, and the Southern Economic Association, and was corresponding secretary for the Southern Economic Journal. He was also on the board of directors of the University of Alabama Credit Union and was a faculty advisor on the University Council. Despite all of Dr. Otts many accomplishments, he will be remembered best by student and resident members of the University church for his great faith in God and his many kindnesses. He used his brilliant mind not only as a University professor, but also to study Gods word and teach it to others. As long as he was able, he taught Bible classes at the University church and in its School of Biblical Studies where students take Bible courses for college credit. Dr. Ott is survived by his wife, the former Mary White of Tuscaloosa; three sons, Andy, 15, Robert 13, and Alan 9; a sister, Mrs. Carl Schnetz of Menlo Park, Calif., a brother, Robert L. Ott, and his father, J. R. Ott Sr., both of Conway, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, the family requested that contributions be made to the University Church of Christ in Tuscaloosa or the American Cancer Society. Kenneth Reed. Gospel Advocate, May, 9, 1968, page 302. Ottinger, Sister Dan Among the Christian characters whom I have known, Sister Dan Ottinger was one of the noblest, purest, and best. In September, 1934, at the death of my first wife, I was left without a companion or anyone in my home. Only those who have experienced such can have an idea what it means. Soon after this sad experience Brother and Sister Ottinger came to Chicago to labor with one of the congregations. They needed a home, and I needed the fellowship of a Christian couple to share my home. So they came to live with me and to be a true brother and sister to me. This afforded me an opportunity to observe the character and daily life of a noble woman. Sister Ottinger was practical, thoughtful, sincere, kind, humble. From her pure soul radiated the spirit of Christ daily, and those who knew her could say she lived close to her Savior. For a long time before God called her to her reward she suffered as few people do suffer in this flesh; yet through it all she was patient, calm, prayerful, and carried in her heart and face the fortitude and faith that only true Christians possess. It was said of Abel Though dead, he yet speaketh. So may it be truly said of her. A few weeks ago she gently placed her hand in the hand of Jesus and bravely walked through the valley to receive a rich reward. Dear sister, good-bye for a while. We would not call you back to suffer as you did, but at the call of God we will come to see you. Brother Ottingers loss is great, but he knows how to say, Thy will be done. W. S. Long. Gospel Advocate, July 24, 1947, page 550. Outhier, Frank Edmond III Frank Edmond Outhier III, 33, died July 27 at his parents home of cancer. He was a financial analyst with Service Merchandise, Inc. Outhier was a member of the West End Church of Christ in Nashville, Tenn. He is survived by his wife, Sharavan; parents, Frank and Barbara Outhier; one sister, Carrie; one brother, Bill; and a grandmother, Dora Purcell Smith. Nashville, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, October, 1998, page 45. Overbey, C. J. Brother C. J. Overbey, of Lick Creek, Hickman County, Tenn., was born on August 12, 1848, and died on September 7, 1903. He was baptized into Christ on July 19, 1869. On September 25, 1870, he was married to Miss E. G. Rainey, and to them were born ten childrenfour girls and six boys. All the children are living, and most of them are members of the church of Christ. Brother Overbey believed in and trusted the promises of the Savior, and he is now resting from his labors. To the bereaved ones I would say: Sorrow not as those who have no hope. Believe in and trust the promises of the Savior, and you shall meet your loved one in the sweet by and by. J. P. Litton. Gospel Advocate, October 8, 1903, page 650. Overbey, Fannie Downey Fannie Downey Overbey was born June 27, 1903 and died Dec. 21, 1980. Funeral services were held Monday Dec. 22, 1980, in Hohenwald, Tenn., with Jerry Durham and King McCarver, ministers of the Church of Christ, officiating. Burial was in the Downey Cemetery, Flatrock community. Mrs. Overbey died in the Lewis County Hospital after about two years illness of brain tumors. She was a native of Maury County, a daughter of the late Will and Ophelia Garner Morton. Fannie Morton married Raymond Downey Nov. 16, 1919. He died June 11, 1953. She was married to Joe Herbert Overbey, Sr. March 9, 1956, who survives. Surviving in addition to her husband, are three devoted Christian sons, Ward Downey, Mt. Pleasant; Bernard Downey, Cottage Grove; Joe Will Downey, Maryville; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Charlie Duncan, Hohenwald, Mrs. Annie Mae Thornton, Madison, Mrs. Willie Matt Barker, Mt. Pleasant. As a Christian character, Fannie worked toward perfection, and to know her was to love her. Revelation 14:13: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors, and their works do follow them. Ona Downey Thornberry. Gospel Advocate, February 5, 1981, page 88. Overbey, Drucilla It is with sympathy that I write in memory of Sister Drucilla Overbey. She was born Nov. 18, 1846, and was married to Brother J. P. Overbey Dec. 25, 1866. She obeyed the gospel in July, 1868, and was faithful and true. On May 9, 1896, her spirit left its home in the body, and is at home with the Lord. Her daughter, Hettie E., was born Feb. 5, 1878, and died Oct. 18, 1889, aged eleven years, eight months and thirteen days. She obeyed the gospel Oct. 2, 1889. She was only left sixteen days to be tried by the enemy. How thankful we all should be for the promise of Jesus! Her son, John T., was born March 11, 1880, and was thrown from a mule and killed Sept. 20, 1886, aged six years, six months and fifteen days. The bereaved husband, father, and families of the deceased have the sympathy of a friend. James P. Litton., Little Rock Mills, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, June 4, 1896, page 367. Overbey, Mary Sister Mary Overbey was a daughter of Brother William Beasley, of Williamson County. She was born Oct. 27, 1861, and died July 22, 1896. She was married to Brother John T. Overbey on May 26, 1882. She obeyed the gospel early in life, and lived a faithful, modest Christian until her soul was separated from its clay tenement, and has gone to rest until its summons to its final home. Her body was accompanied by many relatives and friends to its last resting place. After a short funeral service, it was hid from our view to return to the earth from which it was taken. The husband and family of the deceased have the prayers and sympathy of a friend. J. P. Litton., Little Rock Mills, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, August 20, 1896, page 542. Overbey, Myrtle Murphree Myrtle Murphree Overbey was born at Lobelville, Tenn., on November 15, 1897, and died at her home in Lewis County on July 8, 1955, at the age of fifty-seven after a long illness. Her parents were Robert and Ora Beler Murphree. While she was a young child, her family moved to Hickman County, where her father taught school for a number of years. She received her elementary schooling in Hickman County, but attended high school in Dickson County at Oakmont High School, her familys home being in Dickson at that time. She attended college at Middle Tennessee State Teachers College at Murfreesboro, Tenn. On December 20, 1919, she was married to Joseph Herbert Overbey, who survives her. They made their home in Lewis County, and to that marriage union were born two boys and three girls, all of whom survive. They are, in order of age from oldest to youngest: Joe Herbert, Jr., Mrs. Marguerite Hinson, Mrs. Annabel Brown, Miss Eleanor Overbey, and Robert Murphree Overbey, all of Hohenwald. She is also survived by three sisters: Mrs. Lizzie Thompson, Chattanooga; Mrs. Nora Downey and Mrs. Sallie Fite, both of Hohenwald; and three brothers; Arthur Murphree, Chicago; Byron Murphree, Wisconsin; and Joe B. Murphree, Miami, Fla.; and four grandchildren. Early in life, she obeyed the gospel and remained a faithful Christian, a devoted wife and mother till the end. Funeral services were conducted at Hohenwald in the presence of a host of friends by the writer. J. J. Lancaster. Gospel Advocate, August 4, 1955, page 689. Overbey, Sarah We write a few lines in memory of sister Sarah Overbey. She was born Dec. 11, 1809 and died Dec. 15, 1890, aged 81 years and 4 days. Her maiden name was Parker. She was married to Daniel Overbey March 15, 1832. She obeyed the gospel in May 1869. Up to that time she had never heard much preaching done by our brethren. She learned the terms and conditions on which God had promised to own and bless by reading her Bible. She had lived so that all who knew her loved her. Her example and influence has done much in bringing many into the church in this community. She made her life such that her death became a welcome messenger to bear her away from the trials, temptations and sorrows of earth to carry her across on the other shore where all will be bright and joyful for ever more. J. P. Litton., Little Rock Mills, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, February 4, 1891, page 69. Overby, Mrs. Coleman Late Thursday evening, April 8, death came to Sister Coleman Overby, of Dallas, Texas, after an illness of several months. Sister Overby was well known and loved by members of the church where she has lived and worked and her death was mourned by many. Born in Calloway County, Kentucky, Sister Overby and her husband, the late Coleman Overby, came to Dallas in 1937. Her husband was a well known gospel minister, and from 1943 until his untimely death in 1950 he was minister of the Pearl and Bryan congregation (now Garland Road). Prior to that he served as minister of the Sears and Summit church (now Skillman Avenue.) Brother Overby wrote a number of books to aid in Bible study and also operated a book and church supplies store at his home. Sister Overby maintained the business after his passing and the business will continue to be operated by the family. Funeral services were conducted in the Garland Road building by Adair Chapman and Clarence Hibbs, and in Murray, Kentucky at the Poplar Street building by Boone Douthitt. She was cared for during her illness and survived by three daughters: Mrs. Perry B. Cotham, Miss Laurel Overby, and Mrs. Robert Snider, in addition to three sisters and six grandchildren. Perry Coleman Cotham. Gospel Advocate, May 6, 1965, page 295. Overby, John T. Brother John T. Overby was born on September 9, 1857, in Hickman County, Tenn., and departed this life on April 2, 1927, just at dawn. He moved to Iowa Park, Texas, in 1904, and to Smithfield in 1920, where he was living at the time of his death. He is survived by two sons (by a former marriage)Horace, of Ryan, Okla., and Joe, of Wichita Falls, Texas. He married the present wife on October 12, 1897, and a son, who died in infancy, was born to them. In 1919 they adopted two sweet children, a brother and sister, John T. Jr., and Juanita, to whom he was a most devoted father. Wherever he lived he was faithful to the cause of Christ and, as we all know, a great help in a financial way. Not only will the church and people of Smithfield feel the great loss, but all that knew him. His good wife has lost her faithful companion; the children, a kind, loving father. Brother M. H. Moore spoke words of consolation to the bereaved and loved ones. J. C. Cash. Gospel Advocate, May 26, 1927, page 503. Overby, William Craddock William Craddock Overby, eighty-five, was born October 10, 1848, and died at his home near Murray, Ky., January 8. Brother Overby was married three times, and was the father of twelve children. He lived to bury his parents, all four of his brothers, his three wives, and three of his own children. Nine children, seventeen grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren are left to mourn his going. He was religious from his youth. No member of his family was ever arrested or mixed up in any court experience. He was a strict member of the Missionary Baptist Church till he was seventy-seven years old, at which time his son, Coleman, succeeded in leading him to renounce all human names and organizations and to be a member of the plain church of Christ. Through his children he has given to the world some of its best citizens, and one of the truly great preachers of the churchColeman Overby, of Muskogee, Okla. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. I. A. Douthitt. Gospel Advocate, February 1, 1934, page 127. Overby, William H. A landmark of the New Bethel congregation was removed by the death of William H. Overby, which occurred at his home, ten miles east of Lyle, Tenn., on March 14, 1917. Brother Overby had been afflicted with dropsy for two or three years. He was married in January, 1874, to Miss Cynthia Speers, who, with three sons and one daughter, survive him. He obeyed the gospel in 1869 under the teaching of Brother Gibbon. His whole life was spent in this community, and he exerted an influence for the upbuilding of the cause of Christ that will yet bring fruit for many years. Service was conducted at the Martin cemetery, two miles from his home, and the large audience in attendance bore abundant evidence of the love and esteem in which he was held by those who were the direct beneficiaries of his active and godly life. T. J. Derryberry. Gospel Advocate, May 3, 1917, page 446. Overstreet, Robert Robert Overstreet died on February 25, 1907. He obeyed the gospel four years ago through the teaching of Brother William Morton, and since that time he has been a faithful follower of our dear Lord and Master. He had been sick for several days. Brother Overstreet was a man of sterling character, and those who knew him did not have to wait till his death to say, He was a good man. It is so hard for us to stand around the mortal remains of our loved ones and pay the last tribute of love; yet God has so ordained it, and as faithful Christians we must submit to the will of the Lord. To the bereaved wife and children we tender our sincere sympathy. It is such sweet comfort to draw near the ever-blessed and sympathizing Jesus and read where he told his followers: In my Fathers house are many mansions. Surely Brother Overstreets place cannot be vacant there. Surely his life was such that he will hear: Well done, thou good and faithful servant. John S. Bumpas. Gospel Advocate, April 18, 1907, page 254. Overton, Charles T. Brother Charles T. Overton was born at Bethpage, Tenn., on February 14, 1871, and died suddenly at Portland, Tenn., on March 19, 1932, making his stay here a little over sixty-one years. He was married to Miss Mallie Barbee on February 5, 1896, and to this union was born one girl. He is survived by his wife and daughter, three sisters, and a host of other relatives and friends. We are loath to give up such men as Brother Overton, but they must gothey cannot stay here forever. While Brother Overton dearly loved his family, his relatives, and his friends, he no doubt would have agreed with the words of the old poet who years ago sang: I would not live always, I ask not to stay, where storm after storm rises dark oer the way. Brother Charley had spent a very active life from childhood; hence he was tired; the time had come for him to go home and rest. Brother Overton was converted under the preaching of the writer and was baptized by Brother Dave Knight in 1902. From the day of adoption into the family of God to the day of his death he had for thirty years consecrated himself to the service of the Lord. After Brother Overton was married he changed homes a few times, and, of course, changed places of worship, and all the congregations with which he labored were left the better for his having worked with them; and no wonder, for he was a man of strong convictions. Being honest, earnest, and zealous, he always put the powers of his whole being into anything he undertook. At the time of his death, and for a few years before, he was recognized as the leader in the church at Corinth, five miles east of Portland, Tenn. All who knew him will be sad to hear of his death, and he will be sorely missed by all with whom he loved and labored in the good work. Brother Overton was laid to rest in the Portland cemetery, there to await the judgment call. Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep, from which none ever wakes to weep. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by J. D. Boyd and W. H. Yokley. J. M. Dennis. Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1932, page 445. Overton, Grace J. Beebe The angel of death visited our vicinity (Elmwood, Okla.) on February 12, 1914, at seven oclock A. M., and claimed as its victim Sister Grace J. Overton (nee Beebe). She was born in Illinois on April 9, 1862; was married to Brother W. A. Overton on September 1, 1901; and obeyed the gospel in 1903. She was an active member, always ready to perform her duty as best she could until two years ago last August, when she was stricken with paralysis, from which she never recovered. While she was confined to her room, amid all her suffering, she enjoyed talking of the hope of heaven. We had church meeting and preaching there several times last summer and fall for her special benefit, which she enjoyed more than anything else. She was taken worse about two or three months ago with asthma, Brights disease, and dropsy, and continued to grow worse until the end came. She leaves a husband, one son, one sister, two brothers, three stepchildren, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. Everything was done that physicians and loving hands could do, but nothing could be done to lengthen her stay here. She cannot come again to us, but we can go to her; hence we are comforted. Her body was laid to rest at the new graveyard two and one-half miles west of Elmwood Schoolhouse, in the presence of a large crowd. The writer conducted the funeral services. May we all so live that we may meet her in heaven, where parting is unknown. H. A. Whitefield. Gospel Advocate, April 30, 1914, page 484. Overton, Sallie F. After a protracted illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude and resignation, Sallie F. Overton died at her home near Southall, Williamson County, Tenn. She was born on May 6, 1863; obeyed the gospel in 1882, being baptized by our lamented, brother, William Anderson; and was married to N. L. Overton in October, 1882. Sister Overtons remains were followed to the grave by quite a large concourse of weeping relatives and friends. Sister Overton maintained a good reputation for integrity, Christian devotion, and earnest consecration to her religious duties. She was always kind and considerate in her actions toward others. She was sorry to have to leave her husband and children, but had no fear of death. She believed in and trusted her dear Lord, and confidently hoped for the joys of heaven. James E. Scobey. Gospel Advocate, September 7, 1905, page 572. Owen, Adam Died, March 21, 1896, Brother Adam Owen, near Austin, Texas. He lived formerly near Owen Station, Tenn.; but has been away from there for many years. He has been for many years a member of the church of God, and the last message I ever had from him he said he was standing firm to what he considered his Christian duty. We learn that he suffered very much with sore eyes, catarrh, and some other complications of diseases, and spent pretty much all he had in trying to be healed. He died at the age of seventy-six years. He stood high as a member of the church and as a citizen of the community where he lived, in the Owen Station neighborhood, and has many friends there now that will regret to hear of his death. One by one our friends are crossing the dark river and joining the hosts on the other side; but it is a very small matter for a Christian to cross over to the other shore and leave all trouble and anxiety and all pain forever behind. So we can only say: Farewell, Brother Owen, till we meet at the judgment seat, where all of us who are faithful until death will meet to part no more. E. G. S. Gospel Advocate, June 25, 1896, page 413. Owen, Anna E. On Feb. 18, 1896, the death angel visited the home of our sister, Anna E. Owen, and claimed her as his victim. Sister Anna was the daughter of Jesse and Elizabeth J. McBroom. She was born Jan. 19, 1863; was married to our lamented brother, P. L. Owen, Sept. 7, 1881; and obeyed the gospel in the summer of 1882, from which time she lived a consistent, Christian life. She leaves five orphan children, with many friends, to mourn their loss. Her husband and eldest son preceded her two years to the spirit land. She was conscious to the last, and in the hour of death sung the praises of Him who hath called us out of darkness into his marvelous light. Yorkville, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, July 29, 1897, page 475. Owen, Arkie B. Funeral services for Mrs. Arkie B. Owen, seventy-two, who died Saturday morning at her home, 1110 Caruthers Avenue, will be held Monday morning at 10:30 oclock at the Waverly-Belmont church of Christ, with Elders Sam H. Hall, J. Petty Ezell, and R. C. White officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Mrs. Owen, widow of J. W. Owen, had been taken ill last Sunday. She was a member of the Waverly-Belmont church of Christ, and was especially active in the activities of the East Nashville Home for the Aged. This news item appeared in the Sunday-morning paper, April 3, 1932, and was a shock to her hundreds of friends and neighbors. Sister Owen fulfilled as near as is humanly possible the Bible requirements of an ideal Christian woman. Her everyday life well accorded with Solomons description of a virtuous woman, She doeth good and not evil all the days of her life, and Children rise up and call her blessed. If I were to tell of the life of this noble woman in few words, I would say: She hath done what she could. This quotation finds special emphasis in her life. Perhaps many lives have done well, but I know of none that excel her beautiful, Christian life. Never an opportunity was lost to do good, to minister with her own hands, to give to the needy, to speak a word of cheer, or to further the cause of Christ, her Savior. Like Dorcas of old, she was full of good works and alms deeds; faithful to the Lord, as was Lydia; and given to hospitality, like the woman of Shunem, who administered to the needs of the prophet, and one of Gods great women, as was this Shunammite woman. She was always in her place at every church service, and always tarried after the service to speak to every one round about her. She attended and took part in the Weekly Bible class with the sisters of the church. She was active in the work of the Home of the Aged and the clinic among the poor in East Nashville. The sick and the shut-ins were never neglected nor forgotten in her daily ministrations. The cause of Christ was always uppermost in her mind, and was the topic of her conversations. It has been my good fortune to know this beautiful, Christian character for more than thirty years, and I write of her good works for the encouragement of her children that they may emulate her example, and for those who would follow her good example of the Christian life, that others may be constrained to glorify our Father in heaven. May our Father in heaven bless the memory of this life, and may we all strive to so live that we may hear Him say: Well done, good and faithful servant; come up higher. Robert S. King. Gospel Advocate, April 28, 1932, page 542. Owen, Bettie N. Bettie N. Owen, daughter of James Rutherford Cathey and Sallie Oliver Cathey was born on April 3, 1821. She was married, to W. B. Owen, on April 5, 1840. Together they fought lifes battles for more than fifty-eight years, he having passed away nearly six years ago, at the age of eighty years. They were not too old even at eighty to attend the weekly meetings of the saints and were always at the Lords house when not hindered by sickness. Mother fell asleep in Jesus, on September 21, 1903, at the home of her son-in-law, R. Q. Scott, it being her adopted home. She was eighty-two years, five months, and eighteen days old. She was the mother of nine children, two of whom died in infancy. Seven lived to maturity and became Christians. Only one daughter remains on the shores of time. Her last surviving son, the lamented L. M. Owen, preceded her to the spirit land only three weeks. She became a Christian in early life, and, hence, was a sheaf fully ripe for the harvest. She talked freely of her departure, expressing herself as being ready and anxious to depart and be with the Lord. She said she had done all she could do here and was ready to go. It is hard to part from a loving, tender mother; but we sorrow not as those who have no hope. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Sallie O. Scott. Gospel Advocate, January 28, 1904, page 58. Owen, Emma On October 2, 1969, Sister Emma Owen, a life-long member of Owens Chapel church of Christ passed away after a short illness. She would have been ninety-three on her next birthday, December 25. The funeral was conducted by Wayne Poucher, minister of Owens Chapel. With the exception of two years, Sister Owen faithfully attended services at Owens Chapel where she was baptized at the age of 12 by James A. Harding. She was born in 1876, the daughter of R. R. Owen, Sr., and Lucinda Washington Owen. She was born on the property settled by her great grandfather, Jabez Owen around the turn of the nineteenth century located in Little Harpeth Valley in Williamson County. She attended Lipscomb Academy, Campbell School and Hillsboro Academy. She was highly trained in music, both vocal and instrumental and was noted for her beautiful alto voice. Sister Owen was married to Theo L. Owen, Jr., in 1901 by E. A. Elam and as a member of Owens Chapel, heard the second sermon ever delivered by the late beloved S. P. Pittman. During her lifetime some of the regular preachers at Owens Chapel were David Lipscomb, J. A. Harding, S. P. Pittman, E. A. Elam and Hall Calhoun. Her father was a life-long subscriber to the Gospel Advocate and the subscription was continued by Sister Owen until her eyesight failed in her late eighties. She is survived by one daughter, Martha Owen Fowler also a member of Owens Chapel. The death of Sister Owen marks the first time in the one hundred and ten year history of Owens Chapel that an Owen is not a member of that historical church, located on Highway 31, between Brentwood and Franklin, Tennessee. Wayne Poucher. Gospel Advocate, November 20, 1969, page 755. Owen, Frederick Howell Frederick Howell Owen quietly passed away November 11, 1940. He was born March 16, 1874. He lived a quiet and humble, yet a very useful, life. For many years he was a member of the body of Christ at Yorkville, Tenn., and those who knew him best can testify that he was worthy of the vocation wherewith he was called. He loved the church with pure devotion, and was not ashamed of the gospel of Christ. We believe that he was a real Christian. He had many good traits, but one of his best was his loyalty to friends and loved ones. Though he never married, he cheerfully assumed a large part of the responsibility of the family of which he was a part. He leaves to survive him two brothers (W. T. Owen, Stanton, Tenn., and Rex Owen, Yorkville, Tenn.) and two sisters (Mrs. J. P. Spain and Miss Rodgie Owen, both of Yorkville). He was an own cousin to Horace Owen, well-known teacher and preacher of the church. The writer conducted the funeral at Yorkville. Fred W. Chunn. Gospel Advocate, December 12, 1940, page 1199. Owen, Mrs. J. B. (Travis) The subject of this obituary, Mrs. J. B. Owen, departed this life on May 13, 1917. Her maiden name was Travis. She was married to J. B. Owen on December 31, 1871, whose death preceded hers a few months more than fourteen years. To their union were born several children, most of whom survive them. She obeyed the gospel early in life and was a consecrated Christian, a loving and tender mother, and a friend to everyone. She leaves, besides her children, a brother and a sister to mourn her departure. Her many deeds of kindness to the unfortunate and her untiring ministry to the sick and afflicted bespeak for her a home in the world beyond. She was upon the bed of affliction several months, and at all times manifested the patience which had been hers in health. The administration of her devoted children crowned her last days with a halo of peace and love and joy. They withheld nothing from her that would make her comfortable and happy. Death is always sad, but a great consolation lies in the thought: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord:. . . Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. She had lived almost the time allotted unto man to live, and the crown of snow-white hair was a token of the same. To her children, whose hearts are sad and who view so lonely the vacant chair of mammy, we say, rely upon the strong arm of Jehovah, and may God and time heal their bleeding hearts. Gospel Advocate, September 20, 1917, page 927. Owen, J. V. We, as a church and a community, are made to feel a deep loss just now, in consequence of the sudden death of Bro. J. V. Owen who died yesterday morning at 10:15. Bro. Owen has long been a consistent member of the congregation of disciples at this place, and for about eight years acted as elder, in which capacity he was much respected by all. He leaves a wife and three children. The church loses a faithful worker, the community at large loses a friend and a helper, and, he being a successful grocery dealer, the town loses much in this respect. To sister Owen we can only say: God knows best. May God help her to look up to him and say: Thy will be done. Let us thank God that Christ has conquered the last enemydeathand that through him we can in patience await the resurrection, and with Paul rejoice in a hope in Christ beyond this life. V. W. Dorris., Corydon, Ky., September 10, 1888. Gospel Advocate, September 19, 1888, page 15. Owen, Laura Ann Sister Laura Ann Owen was born June 29, 1843; was married to Dr. U. G. Owen Sept. 1, 1859; confessed her faith in Christ, and was baptized, July, 1875; fell asleep in Jesus Nov. 15, 1895, at her home in College Grove, Williamson County, Tenn. She leaves sorrowing her broken-hearted husband and the dear old mother, three daughters, two sons, two grandchildren, four brothers, and three sisters, with many other relatives and friends. But their loss is her gain, for to die is gain to the Christian. Her distinguishing traits of character were thoughtfulness of others and forgetfulness of self. She beautifully exemplified the example and life of our Lord Jesus Christ in his earthly life. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, good neighbor, a true friend. May God bless the stricken husband, mother, and children, and help us to emulate her example by being loving, and kind, and Christlike, as she was. E. B. Cayce. Gospel Advocate, December 19, 1895, page 812. Owen, Lutie Jane On May 22, 1938, I was called to preach the funeral of Miss Lutie Jane Owen, at Yorkville, Tenn. She was baptized in early life by E. C. L. Denton. She lived a consistent Christian life for over sixty years. She was afflicted nearly all her life, but bore her sorrows without a murmur. She was never too tired in body or mind to work for others. There was one outstanding characteristic of her life which always appealed to me. She never had so much work to do but that she was able to prepare her lesson for the Lords day. Her affliction did not allow her to attend services every Sunday, but when able she always had her lesson prepared in the very best way. There was a large crowd that attended her funeral. She leaves a host of sorrowing friends and a number of brothers and sisters. I am confident that if there was ever a pure Christian spirit abiding in human flesh, Sister Luties was one. W. Claude Hall. Gospel Advocate, February 2, 1939, page 119. Owen, Mollie Neely Mollie Neely, daughter of Sam and Melissa Neely, was born near Huntington, Carroll County, Tenn., December 11, 1858; died October 6, 1941, at Vale, Tenn. She was married in 1875 to Thomas L. Owen. To this union were born nine children, two dying in infancy and Albert, the eldest, at the age of eighteen. Her husband preceded her in death on August 27, 1926. The surviving children are: W. S. Owen, Swan Lake, Miss.; J. O. Owen, Hydro, Okla.; Mrs. Carrie Cawthon, Bruceton, Tenn.; Mrs. Hazel Davis, Clarksburg, Tenn.; Mrs. J. B. Forrest, Vale, Tenn.; Mrs. B. E. McPherson, Milan, Tenn. She and her husband spent their entire lives in Carroll County, with the exception of two years spent with J. O. Owen, then of Mangum, Okla. They were baptized about the year 1878 at Williams Chapel. She was faithful to attend worship, and always stood for the principles of upright living. She had a deep sympathy for the suffering and needy, and was ever ready to help. She had a most sunny and cheerful disposition, and was loved by all who knew her. Her body was laid to rest, October 8, in the nearby cemetery under a beautiful mound of flowers. J. E. Green, Waverly, Tenn., conducted the services. Gospel Advocate, April 16, 1942, page 379. Owen, Rupert On June 11, 1930, death invaded the home of R. L. Owen and took the head of the family, leaving a sorrowing widow and a fifteen-year old son to mourn the loss of a faithful husband and father. Rupert, as we all knew him, was born in Cannon County, Tennessee, November 4, 1872, being the son of J. B. Owen and Mollie Travis Owen. During his childhood the family moved to West Tennessee, where he spent most of his life. He obeyed the gospel early, being baptized by Granville Lipscomb. He married Miss Maude Beard, of Crockett Mills. His death occurred at his home at Tigrett. He was buried at Yorkville, near the scenes of his youth. Jack Meyer, of Friendship, conducted the funeral. Many of the qualities of a good man and a faithful Christian were prominently displayed in his life. In fact, I never knew him to be guilty of a foul deed or a vicious act. W. H. Owen. Gospel Advocate, January 15, 1931, page 70. Owen, Samuel Bro. Samuel Owen was born in Ruthin, North Wales Sept. 23, 1828, was married to Miss Jane Jones of the same town and country, Jan. 1, 1891. To them were born three sons and three daughters, all of them are still living. He came to Lexington, Ky., in 1871, where he resided about two years. He then moved to Nicholasville, Ky., where he engaged in the printing business and remained about ten years. He then came to Louisville, Ky., which was his home at the time of his death. He died in Jacksonville, Fla., August 30, 1891, where he had gone about three weeks prior to his death. Bro. Owen became a disciple of Christ in early life and maintained an abiding faith in his redeemer to the end. He was a plain man and loved the plain simplicity of the primitive apostolic gospel and worship. He was, hence, often found at mission points where a few disciples sat down together to mutually edify each other and teach others the way of salvation. His death was a stunning blow to his family. They had heard nothing of his illness till a telegram announcing his death was received. They are passing through the throes of their first great bereavement. But the wife and mother can see and feel that God has been good to her in sparing all her loved ones to her so long, and that she will only have to wait Till the shadows have a little longer grown when she will again be with the companion of her youth. G. G. Bersot. Gospel Advocate, September 16, 1891, page 591. Owen, Mrs. W. H. As the bells were ringing in the glad new year, 1904, the angel of death visited Sister W. H. Owen and bade her spirit enter the unseen. She was a victim of that wasting disease that knows no cure, and during her long illness she ever manifested the spirit of Him whom she served, patiently enduring her suffering till the final summons came. Sister Owen was born on December 3, 1878; she was married on December 10, 1899. She leaves a loving mother, a devoted husband, and a precious little boy, who will never know the watchful care and guiding hand of her who bore him. All who know these grief-stricken ones join in their sorrow. At Sister Owens request, the writer conducted the funeral services, using as a text: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. (Rev. 14:13.) This was suggested by her ere she crossed the river. Her remains were interred in the Henderson Cemetery, where they await the voice of the Son of God to bid them come forth. May we meet her where shadows never gather. N. B. Hardeman. Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1904, page 218. Owens, Charles Jefferson C. J. Owens was born April 13, 1889, at Union Grove, Ala. While on a visit to his sons, students at Texas Chiropractic College, San Antonio, Texas, during the holidays, he died of a cerebral hemorrhage in the Baptist Memorial Hospital, January 1, 1950. His body was returned to his home at Guntersville, Ala. J. G. Whitaker preached the funeral, and he was buried at Tuscumbia, Ala., January 5. Charles Jefferson Owens was a successful businessman. By industry and good judgment his activities were profitable. He was a merchant and newspaper publisher in Huntsville, Ala., and he owned and operated the city bus system in Guntersville, Ala. Also he owned the Red Boiling Springs Hotel in Tennessee. He served twelve years in the Alabama Legislature, and at the time of his death he was State Senator. Brother Owens obeyed the gospel early in life, and at once he began active service. He served in the eldership at Randolf Street church of Christ. He moved to Guntersville with his family, and identified himself with the church there and was appointed to the eldership. The church recognized his executive ability in spreading the gospel in that city. He was endowed with the missionary spirit, and sponsored the establishment of a church at Gurley, Ala. He rented a vacant storehouse, and a meeting of thirty days resulted in gathering of approximately twenty-five members. Brother Owens financed a church building for the new congregation, and helped liberally in supporting the evangelist. He possessed a personality that attracted a multitude of admirers both in and out of the church. His counsel was valuable, and his disposition placed him high in the estimation of those he contacted. He leaves his wife (Mrs. Mary Ella Lindsey Owens), one son (C. J., Jr.), one stepson (L. B. Lindsey), and a number of kinsmen. The family will not grieve as some who have no hope, for they believe that by the grace of God they can go to him in that realm of heavenly glory and be eternally happy with daddy in an endless reunion in the city of God. They would not call him back, but will imbibe the spirit of: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them. H. W. Wrye. Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1950, page 278. Owens, Delmar Funeral services for veteran preacher, Delmar Owens, were held September 27 at the College Church of Christ, Oklahoma City, Okla., with interment at Memorial Park in Tulsa, Okla., September 28. Brother Owens, 58, who had been a gospel preacher for forty years, died of an apparent heart attack in Norman, Okla., on September 25. He was the minister for the Westside church of Christ in Norman at the time of his death. Dr. James O. Baird and Dr. Raymond Kelcy officiated at the service in Oklahoma City. Ron Fletcher and Herschel Dyer officiated at the memorial service in Tulsa. Owens, a native of Paris, Tex., attended Paris Junior College and Harding College, Searcy, Ark. He was a college orator and belonged to a state championship debate team. His first local work was at Durant, Okla., where he preached for three years. From Durant he went to Ada, Okla., where he served as minister for the Central congregation for six years. In 1945 he moved to Tulsa, Okla., where he served as minister of the Eastside congregation for more than twenty-three years, a tenure unequalled by any Oklahoma preacher. While in Tulsa, the Eastside congregation underwent three major building programs and grew to become one of the largest congregations in Oklahoma. In February 1969 he began serving as minister for the Garden Oaks congregation in Houston, Tex. He became minister for the Westside congregation in Norman in September, 1970. At the time of his death the Westside congregation had just begun construction on a new auditorium. While in Norman, Owens and Fletcher conducted the OU dorm studies converting some 70 adults last year. While in Tulsa, he played an active part in the founding of Central Christian College, Bartlesville, Okla. He was also instrumental in moving the college to Oklahoma City where it became Oklahoma Christian College. He served on the associate board of the college and was a member of the board of trustees until 1966. Owens had spoken on lectureships at Harding College, Oklahoma Christian College, Abilene Christian College, David Lipscomb College and Pepperdine University. He held gospel meetings across the nation and had spoken on many congregational lectureships, workshops, seminars. Just three days before his death he closed a gospel meeting at Lawton, Okla., and was to have begun a meeting in Omaha, Neb., on September 30. The author of eight books, including his most recent The One Hundred Fold Life, he was president of Owens Publications, Inc. He had just completed the manuscript on the ninth book, The Victorious Life. Other books included, The Surrendered Life, Vol. I, The Surrendered Life, Vol. II, Launch Out Into The Deep, Prayers of Paul, and a series of Bible school books. He is survived by his widow, Aubyn Louise, of Norman; a son, David R., director of public information at OCC, three grandchildren, David Robert Jr., Christian Anne, and Matthew Ethan, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Owens, Paris, Texas, and a sister Mr. J. C. Beville, Ft. Worth, Texas. A memorial scholarship fund in his honor has been established for young men studying for the ministry at OCC. David R. Owens. Gospel Advocate, October 24, 1974, page 687. Owens, Thomas Fillmore At his home, in Milburn, Ky., on November 28, 1917, Thomas Fillmore Owens, one of Gods noble workmen, passed into that rest that remains to the people of God. Brother Owens was born on October 18, 1856. He was married to Miss Kate Sanford on May 9, 1879. To this union two daughters were born, who, with the wife and mother, are left to mourn the death of husband and father. Brother Owens obeyed the gospel in 1884 and was a faithful Christian till death. He was the leading member in the congregation at Milburn and will be greatly missed; indeed, it will be difficult to find another to take his place. Living near the meetinghouse, he was always on time to build fires, ring the bell, and wait for others to come. He was the leader in the song service, a teacher in the Sunday school, preached when necessary, and did anything to be done in either the work or worship of the church. Few congregations have such men in them; they are worth while; and though we have to give them up and the parting is sad, yet it is sweet to remember them for their works sake. Surely his will be a crown beset with the diadems and jewels of an eternal world. The funeral service was in the home, conducted by the writer, in the presence of a large body of relatives, brethren, and friends, when we tried to comfort the sorrowing and admonish the living to accept this God and Savior as theirs, and so live as to meet him in the home of the soul, where there will be no more partings. To this end let us all labor and pray. J. L. Holland. Gospel Advocate, February 28, 1918, page 212. Oxford, Grover C. Grover C. Oxford, born September 23, 1888, in Allen County, Ky., passed away at Veterans Hospital in Nashville December 26, 1959. He was the son of James and Elizabeth Boren Oxford. While a small boy he moved with his parents to Tennessee. He was of deep religious nature and during his early twenties he became a member of the Baptist Church. He was never satisfied with the doctrine of that denomination. Several years later a brother-in-law, John Spencer of the Spencer Hill church of Christ in Maury County taught him the plan of salvation from the New Testament. He was baptized by Andrew Largen. Grover loved the church and all of Gods people. He loved Gods word. For several years he had made a practice of reading the Bible through three times every two years. While a patient in the hospital he appreciated so much the church on Granny White Pike bringing him the Lords supper. I never knew a more humble, consecrated Christian than Grover. He was married in 1937 to the writer. To this union were born two children, Virginia Jo and E. Dan. At the time of his death he was a member of the County Line congregation in Lawrence County. Funeral services were conducted by Andrew Brown and Carmack Skelton at Pulaski Street Church in Lawrenceburg. He was laid to rest in the Baker Cemetery. Emma Kerr Oxford. Gospel Advocate, February 25, 1960, page 127. Ozment, Clara Sister Clara Ozment died at the home of her father, near Mount Juliet, Tenn., on March 12, 1904, at the age of twenty-three years. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother J. E. B. Ridley when she was twelve years old, and was an earnest, devoted member of the body of Christ during the remainder of her life. Soon after she obeyed the gospel, her mother died, and from that time till she was called hence she was truly devoted to her younger brothers and sisters and served them faithfully. She is greatly missed by the family, the congregation, and the whole community. The whole community held her in the tenderest affection and regard, and her death is mourned by relatives, friends and brethren and sisters. But while their sympathies are deeply touched by their great loss, they have all the rich and precious assurances of the gospel of Christ to comfort them; and if they will be faithful to the end, they shall meet her and enjoy a happy and endless reunion in the home of the soul. J. W. Shepherd. Gospel Advocate, January 19, 1905, page 45. Ozment, Sallie May Mrs. Sallie May Ozment, wife of Mr. Turner Ozment, was born on October 11, 1872, and died in Nashville, Tenn., on February 19, 1913. She was an ideal wife, mother, and friend. She was a faithful member of the Cedar Grove Church and an active worker in the Sunday school. From childhood she was a Christian, and her Christlike character was a blessing to all who knew her. It made her home a heaven, and gave peace and joy to all the neighborhood at Bordeaux, where she lived. She studied and loved the word of God; the Bible was the book of her life. Her sweet life and heavenly graces were a revelation of Gods beauty and goodness. She struggled daily to put more heaven into this world, and she rejoiced in every victory of righteousness. She left three childrenJames, Henry Thomas, and Annie Girline. They and their father and many friends mourn their loss, but they are comforted by the promises of God. Trusting in him, they expect some sweet day to meet her sainted spirit in their Heavenly Fathers house, where, in glory, she now awaits them. Noah W. Cooper. Gospel Advocate, April 17, 1913, page 380. Oldham, Frankie Bradshaw Frankie Bradshaw was born Sept. 9, 1860, married to James Oldham in May 1883. She obeyed the gospel at the age of fourteen and was a consistent member of the church of God till her Father in heaven claimed her, July 21, 1888. She leaves three little children, a husband, father and mother, sisters and brothers, besides many friends to mourn her death. Those who knew her best loved her most. May God protect the motherless children, and may this sorrow lead the husband into the love of the truth. J. L. B. Gospel Advocate, November 28, 1888, page 14. Oldham, Nolen Reeder Nolen Reeder Oldham, 76, died Dec. 5, 2003. Oldham preached for churches in Tennessee, Oklahoma, Indiana and Michigan. He worked for Freed-Hardeman University more than 20 years and served on the boards of the Tennessee Childrens Home and the African Christian Schools Foundation. He is survived by his wife, Mary; three sons; four stepsons; a sister; and 14 grandchildren. Henderson, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, May, 2004, page 41. Orbison, Guy, Sr. Guy Orbison Sr., 81, died Nov. 9. Orbison preached the gospel for 52 years. He did mission work in Wyoming and Minnesota but was most well-known for his work with churches in Texas. Orbison is survived by his wife of 60 years, the former Billie Sue Parker of Brownsville; his mother, Ruth Orbison of Jacksonville, Texas; a brother Jack Orbison of Jacksonville; four children, Sheri Mitchell of Albany, Texas, Vicki Mullins of Brownsville, Guy Orbison Jr. of Durango, Colo., and Charley Orbison of Trophy Club, Texas; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Brownsville, Texas. Gospel Advocate, January, 2006, page 41. Orman, Venora C. Venora C. Orman died Aug. 21, 2003, at the age of 94. Mrs. Orman and her husband of 75 years, Edgar, owned and operated several businesses in Mississippi and Tennessee. She also assisted Edgar with his duties as an elder for 44 years. Mrs. Orman was preceded in death by her son, Edgar Orman Jr. She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Wanda Davis and Reba Ann Orman; a sister, Viola Chandler; one granddaughter; and two great-grandchildren. Sevierville, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, February, 2004, page 45. Owen, Mollie Mrs. Mollie Owen, daughter of the late Harold Brown and wife, was born on June 28, 1860. She was added to the church of Christ while quite young, and lived a consistent, Christian life till death. She was married to J. N. Owen in December, 1883. To this union were born one daughterMyrtleand three sonsErnest, Homer, and John. Her married life was a very happy one; but sorrow comes to all. On April 12, 1910, death took the father and husband from his family. Her sorrow was great, but was deepened by the death of three of her childrenHomer, in 1911; Ernest, in 1912; and Myrtle, in 1913. Thus in the short period of four years she was deprived of her husband and her three oldest children, leaving her to fight lifes battles alone, with her youngest son, John, only thirteen years of age; but, being clad with the whole armor of God, she met those battles bravely until she was called to her reward, Thursday, March 13, 1919. She leaves, to mourn the loss, one son, four brothers, two sisters, a number of relatives, and a host of friends; but we sorrow not as those who have no hope. May the bereaved ones be comforted in the thought that she sweetly rests in the Saviors loving care. May they realize that it is one tie less to bind them to earth, one more to bind them to heaven. May the blessings of Him who marks the sparrows fall and hears the ravens when they cry rest upon us all. Funeral services were conducted by Brother Coleman Overbey, of Murray, Ky. Short talks were made by J. O. and H. A. Brown (brothers of the deceased) and the writer (a cousin), and her body was laid to rest in the Mount Zion graveyard, near Buchanan, Tenn. J. B. Brown. Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1919, page 622. Owens, R. Leonard R. Leonard Owens, 83, died Dec. 7. Owens was a retired minister who served congregations in Oklahoma and in the Nashville area for 55 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Cora Owens; his wife, Laura Lankford Owens; three sisters, Margaret Woodard, Carolyn Jones and Mary Childress; and great-granddaughter, Lynzi Lafferty. Owens is survived by his wife, Ruby Mangrum-Owens; three daughters, Peggy Loggins, Linda Ogg and Janice Cannady; a son, Farrell Owens; a brother, Clifford Owens; a sister, Shirley Fields; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Interment was Dec. 10 at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Nashville, Tenn. Gospel Advocate, January, 2006, page 41.
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