History of the Restoration Movement

This file contains a list of the obituaries that appeared in the Gospel Advocate from 1855-2006. See main page for more information. The listings on this page are not in alphabetical order. Therefore, to locate click "File," then "Search" to locate the persons on this page. This page contains a list of those whose last name begins with

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Phipps, N. B.

A tearful request comes to me from a shadowed home in far-away Texas to write for the Advocate an obituary notice of our dear departed brother, N. B. Phipps. The date furnished me are very meager. He was born in Wilson county, Tenn., June 2, 1838. He was educated at Franklin College, Tennessee and Princeton, New Jersey. For many years he was a member of the Church of Christ, was liberal in the support of the cause, and educated one young man for the ministry. I am not informed when, where, or under whose labors he obeyed the gospel; but I think he was baptized by President Fanning when he was a schoolboy. He finished his course at Hot Springs, Ark., June 12, 1893, and was buried at Paris, Texas, his home, June 14. May the Lord abundantly bless the bereaved loved ones whose hearts are full of sorrow, but whose souls are full of hope.

T. B. L., Winchester, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August 24, 1893, page 533.

Phymister, Martha T.

On Friday night, August 27th my youngest sister, Martha T. Phymister, wife of E. H. Phymister, and daughter of Joel and Elizabeth Watson, after suffering for some two weeks died. She was born in Cumberland county, Ky., May 3, 1861. She was united in marriage to Bro. E. H. Phymister, Sept., 12, 1880 with whom almost seven years of most happy life was spent. They moved to Texas in the year 1882. She gave her tender heart to Jesus about ten years ago.

We have reason to believe that her spirit ever liveth, and that her virtues shall long live in the minds and hearts of her friends and companions.

She leaves a husband and three children, two sons and one daughter. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.

J. B. Watson., Van Alstyne, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, September 7, 1887, page 575.

Pickering, John W.

On October 27, 1915, John W. Pickering died. He was in his fifty-ninth year and had been a member of the church of Christ for about thirty years. He left a widow, six sons, and three daughters, and the entire community around Plantersville, Alain fact, almost the whole countyto mourn his death. Brother Pickering was an extraordinary character and his place can never be filled. In time of need he was, in truth, a friend indeed. Those in trouble or distress always found in him a sympathetic ear and a ready hand for their relief. He has helped more people and used his influence to promote more worthy objects than any man I ever knew. Like the rest of us, he was not perfect, but was always ready to defend the faith which was once for all delivered unto the saints. May we all try to emulate his virtues.

R. W. Bradford.

Gosepl Advocate, June 15, 1916, page 606.

Pickett, Perry J.

Brother Perry J. Pickett was born, in Kentucky, on March 30, 1852, and died on December 12, 1903. He was baptized into Christ five years ago, by Brother T. B. Larimore, and was a consistent Christian during the remainder of his life. He spent most of his life in the schoolroom, where his kindly disposition won the love of all his pupils. The blow fell hard on those whom he had taught so long. I can truthfully say that during the last five years of his life he put forth his best energies to live as a Christian should live. He leaves a wife, one daughter, and a host of friends to mourn his death. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. We should not sorrow for those who sleep in Jesus: for if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

Florence Pickett.

Gospel Advocate, February 11, 1904, page 90.

Pickle, Sidney

Sidney Pickle was born in Leake County, Miss., January 17, 1896. He died May 4, 1977. He obeyed the gospel many years ago. He spent his last Lords day at the Nile church of Christ. He passed away on Wednesday afternoon. He was a good singer and will be sorely missed by the church, his family and friends. He was always jolly, although sometimes he did not feel well.

He married Mrs. Sarepta (Sanders) Pickle. They celebrated their fifty-sixth wedding anniversary April 3.

He leaves his wife, one son, Leonard, Pickle of Natchez, Miss., and one daughter, Mrs. Lois Cockroft of the Nile community, four grandsons and a host of friends. Fond memories of him will linger long in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Arthur and Rhetta Sanders.

Gospel Advocate, June 2, 1977, page 351.

Pierce, Dena Pearl

In the still, quiet hours of the morning, December 7, 1918, Sister Dena Pearl Pierce passed into that realm of rest where all the good and pure abide. She left a legacy to her husband and two little children, Mary Evelyn and Oliver Goldsmithnot a legacy of gold and silver and precious stones, but the richer legacy of ministry and sacrifice. She left a legacy to her father and mothernot of material things which can be weighed in a scale and placed in a balance, but the virtues of a dutiful and obedient life, the memories of which will never die and the light of which will shine more and more until the perfect day. She left a legacy to her two brothersnot one which can be seen with the eyes and grasped with the hands, but one which touches the unseen things of Paul, which assures the soul of its safety within the veil, though the body be anchored to the bottom of the grave in death. She obeyed the gospel, at Hillsboro, Texas, under the preaching of Brother T. B. Larimore, when evil days had not come, nor when the end of lifes years had drawn nigh. She remained faithful and true to the name of Jesus, on whom she believed and in whom she trusted.

Warren E. Starnes.

Gospel Advocate, April 3, 1919, page 331.

Pierce, Floyd Leon, Sr.

Floyd Leon Pierce, Sr., a faithful soldier in the Lords army, was summoned on December 13 to go and be with the Lord of hosts. His promotion from the battlefield to the victors circle came after forty-eight years of living on this earth. He was born November 15, 1924. He and his wife, Ruth Boyett Pierce, raised his three younger brothers and one sister along with four children of their own.

Floyd was a good husband and father. He was an elder of the Plainview church of Christ near Hazel Green, Ala.

For many years Floyd had worked diligently both to provide for his family and to spread the gospel. Nine years ago he lost one arm and all but two fingers on the other hand in an accident. This never hampered his zeal and determination. Up until the past three months when heart disease struck him, he worked at his regular job in the daytime, tended to a farm and cattle in evenings, and conducted Bible studies with people at night. Many weeks he would have studies every night except Sunday and Wednesday. He also talked with people about their souls in the course of his secular job. During his time in the hospital and even on the day of his passing he was concerned about the needs of brethren and the souls of the erring to the extent that he sent home various messages concerning them.

Many people in the Madison County area are Christians because of Floyd Pierces efforts. Several young men presently preach the gospel because of his encouragement and efforts in training them.

His worn and tattered Bible stands as a memorial to his earnest and long quest for Gods will. The life he lived and the visible results that will long be present are a memorial to his faithful obedience to that will. He always maintained that if God be for us, who can be against us?

Funeral services were conducted at the meetinghouse of the Plainview congregation on December 16 by Bill Ivey and this writer.

Johnny Tucker.

Gospel Advocate, January 18, 1973, page 47.

Pierce, Henry Edward

The following entry of Henry Edward Pierce, missionary to Africa, was sent to the Gospel Advocate by Germaine Lockwood:

Brother Pierce died Jan. 18. He was 81 years old.

When Pierce returned to Africa he preached meetings from village to village, camping out. He used interpreters from the Mapepi Bible School to train men to preach. He established churches, teaching new Christians and helping them build their buildings.

Pierce and his wife, Ethel Fowler Pierce, began their first missionary work in Zambia in 1950.

He attended David Lipscomb University and Harding University where he met his wife. He taught school and preached, working locally in Arkansas, Michigan and Missouri before being sent to Namwianga Mission, Kolomo, Northern Rhodesia by the Frederick, Okla., Church of Christ.

Pierce was a hard-working, determined, uncompromising, committed soldier of Christ. He evangelized using gospel meetings, Bible classes, personal teaching, tracts and schools. He was a good example to many. His wife supported him by teaching in public schools.

Pierce was born in Pine Forest, Fla., April 9, 1911. He was buried in Damascus, Ark., near Ethels parents farm.

Gospel Advocate, March, 1993, page 46.

Pierce, Nancy

Died at her home in Marshall county, Oct. 10, 1892, sister Nancy Pierce, wife of Bro. William Pierce. Sister Nancy was 56 years old; had lived in the church forty years. She was ever earnest and watchful of herself and her family, always advising them for their good, and ever holding to before them good and noble examples. Oh. how we miss her, she was so kind to all. A good wife, a loving mother, and a kind friend to all around her. But she is gone. We must not grieve, for we know that our loss is her gain. Let us try dear ones to follow her noble and Christ-like example that we may all meet her in the land of bliss where partings are no more.

Gospel Advocate, January 26, 1893, page 53.

Pierce, Polly Gaither

Polly Gaither Pierce was born in Lawrence County, Tenn., in 1909. She died on April 19, 1957, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Virginia while en route to Lawrenceburg, Tenn., to visit her mother. Her parents were Willey Thomas Gaither and Margaret Gibbs Gaither. Her mother and seven brothers and sisters, including J. B. Gaither, a gospel preacher, survive. She is also survived by a daughter, Jane Pierce Brown, of Henderson, Tenn. and a son, John J. Pierce, Jr., U. S. Army, Fort Benning, Ga. This entire generation of the Gaither family are members of the Lords church. There was much heartache in Pollys life. One of her sisters writes of her: She managed to generate friendliness, joy, happiness and gaiety. . . . I shall never forget the encouragement that Polly gave me when I first started to preach. Her words of sincere commendation of my efforts were a source of inspiration and strength to me. Services for Polly were conducted at Lawrenceburg Monday, April 22, by E. O. Coffman, assisted by W. A. Bradfield. The large crowd which attended the service, together with the beautiful flowers and expressions of sympathy, testify to the esteem in which Polly was held by her friends and neighbors. She was a fine Christian woman who placed her trust in the Lord and who loved the Lords church. She will be missed by a host of friends in various parts of the country.

Bonds Stocks.

Gospel Advocate, June 20, 1957, page 399.

Pigg, Claudia Imogene

Claudia Imogene Pigg was born Feb. 16, 1932, and passed from this life Aug. 18 in Cloverdale, Ala. She was the wife of Eugene Pigg, a gospel preacher. Funeral services were conducted by Glen E. Hawkins in the meetinghouse of the Cloverdale Church of Christ, and she was laid to rest in the Pine Hill cemetery. She is survived by her husband; a son, Gentry Dale Pigg; a daughter, Dianne Johnson; her father, J. E. Edmond; a brother, Leon Edmond; two sisters, Yvonne E. Gannon and Martha Spicer; and four grandchildren.

She graduated from Mars Hill Bible College May 25, 1951, and was married the following day. She obeyed the gospel when she was 12 years old under the preaching of H. A. Dixon and lived a faithful, consecrated Christian life to the end of her earthly pilgrimage. She struggled valiantly with the disease that finally would claim her, but she maintained her warm, friendly disposition throughout her ordeal to the end.

Her husband has paid this worthy tribute to her: For better than 36 years, she was by my side holding up my hands as I tried to preach Gods Word. The words of Solomon in Proverbs 31:10-31 truly described her. She really tried to be the wife and mother she believed God wanted her to be. She was willing to do without in order that I might have things (books, printing equipment, etc., needed in my work), and she supported and encouraged me in preaching the whole truth. . . .She had great faith in her Lord, and she loved His Word and the church for which He died.

Imogene was indeed a wonderful Christian woman, and her influence will continue to motivate people to live better and more fruitful lives for many years to come. On occasion I have been associated with the Piggs in meetings, and I always have been impressed with her kind, gentle and modest ways and with her total and complete dedication to the cause of Christ. We all are saddened by her untimely passing, but we rejoice in the hope of the faithful and that she is free of the disease that struck her down. We confidently believe she is now with the immortals.

Guy N. Woods.

Gospel Advocate, October 15, 1987, page 636.

Pigg, Lillie Etta Tally

Lillie Etta Tally was born on December 2, 1862, and died on March 7, 1925. She obeyed the gospel at the age of sixteen. She was married to T. Doak Pigg on December 20, 1882. This was a happy union, to which were born nine childrenfour boys and five girlswho were reared in such a way as to reflect credit upon their parents. Sister Pigg was a very thoughtful and industrious woman, looking well to the ways of her household, and always to the things that would be for the best interest of her family. She loved the plain truth of the Bible. She often said to me: I love your preaching because you make things so plain. Gods picture of the home woman (Tit. 2:5) she filled well. Sister Pigg filled well her mission in life. She fought the fight and kept the faith, hence the crown. This is the consolation that her children and her friends have. After a tribute paid her by Brother T. C. Little and the writer, she was laid to rest beside her noble husband.

B. F. Hart.

Gospel Advocate, September 10, 1925, page 880

Pigg, T. Doak

T. Doak Pigg was born on December 5, 1856, and died on December 30, 1912. He obeyed the gospel on August 15, 1906. It would be hard to estimate the moral and spiritual worth of Doak Pigg in the community in which he spent his whole life. I have known him intimately for twenty-five years and have had dealings with him in various ways. He was honest, not for policys sake, but for truths sake. I have never known a better man, and have known but few I thought his equal. He believed in doing everything to perfection. You could see this on his farm. He had more order about his farm than any man I ever saw. He was married to Miss Etta Tally on December 20, 1882. They have reared a large family of children. They are the most orderly children I have ever known, to be so many of them. I have been in their home enough to know. Not many people that obey the gospel late in life develop much spirituality; but Brother Pigg was an exception in this respect. He would not take any public work (because of his timidity), but in anything else you could always count on Doak Pigg. Our little band at Friendship feels keenly this loss. A good neighbor, a loving husband, a devoted father, and a true Christian has gone to his reward. Blessed be the memory of such a man.

B. F. Hart.

Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1913, page 620.

Pilant, Amanda E.

Asleep in Jesus. Sister Amanda E. Pilant, widow of J. H. Pilant, crossed over the river into the sweet resting place, Feb. 23, 1891, at the home of her son-in-law, Bro. T. J. Ellis, of Coopertown, Tenn., at the age of 67 years and 27 days. The very large crowd of weeping ones attending the funeral, showed how she was loved by those who knew her best. Sister Pilant obeyed the gospel at Coopertown Sept. 16, 1867. The congregation at that place is sad indeed, as this is six of its members that has been taken by death, in the last two months. But they should remember that this only leaves a greater work to be done by those left behind.

W. T. K., Coopertown, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 18, 1891, page 171.

Pilcher, Georgia

Berry, Mable

Vaughn, Harry & Carolyn

Sister Georgia Pilcher, age ninety-five; Sister Mable Berry, age sixty-five; Sister Carolyn Vaughn, age seventy-five, and Sister Vaughns husband, who was not a member of the church, a retired merchant marine captain, Mr. Harry Vaughn, age seventy-eight, were killed in a two-car collision Friday evening, September 7. All were killed instantly except Sister Vaughn who died early the next morning in the hospital at Uvalde, Texas. Sister Pilcher was the mother of Sister Berry and Sister Vaughn. All three women were faithful and hard-working members of the church in Utopia. Mr. Vaughn, although not a member, attended regularly with them. Sister Berry was the wife of the late Floyd Berry, a gospel preacher who died in 1947. Sister Pilcher, although ninety-five years old and blind, never missed a service of the church unless there were reasons beyond her control. The others were likewise as faithful. The group were on their way to church in Bandera, Texas, when the accident occurred. The deceased leave behind them a large family of brothers and sisters, sons and daughters and a large number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at the Utopia Church building September 11 for all four at the same time by the writer and assisted by Max Hughes and Roland Fry. Over four hundred attended the service. These fine people will long be remembered for their devoted lives in the service of Christ. Sister Pilcher and her two daughters were friends to everyone they met and they were especially encouraging to all young preachers.

Lawrence E. Taylor.

Gospel Advocate, October 4, 1956, page 822.

Pinchley, Agnes, Dodson

The writer was called to Denton, Texas, on May 9, 1922, to conduct the funeral of Sister W. H. Pinchley. She was born on May 10, 1847, in Tennessee. Her maiden name was Agnes Dodson. She was married to W. H. Pinchley near old Alton, Texas, on October 15, 1872. The husband and two children, Tommy Pinchley and Mrs. Oliver, have passed to the great beyond, and eight children survive their mother. They are: Mrs. E. R. Lester, J. M. Pinchley, J. F. Pinchley, Mrs. J. A. Gribble, Miss Artie Pinchley, Mrs. T. W. Fry, all of Denton; J. S. Pinchley, of Merkel, Texas; and Mrs. A. A. Abbott, Cisco, Texas. Besides these, there are twenty-nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Our sister was a member of the church for about fifty years, and was one of the most beautiful and altogether lovable characters the writer has ever known. In her the children find an example fully worthy of emulation. May her pure, sweet life ever be to each of them a source of inspiration.

R. D. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, May 25, 1922, page 498.

Pinckley, Britannia Bales

On May 2 I was called to Sellersburg, Ind., for the funeral of Mrs. Britannia Bales Pinckley. Brother Pinckley is one of the elders of the Sellersburg Church, and he and his wife were among the most faithful members of the congregation. Sister Pinckley was born August 21, 1869. Early in life she came into the church under the preaching of W. H. Carter, and was baptized by the father of the man whom she later married. She became the wife of Brother Pinckley on December 26, 1889. She was the mother of six children, five of whom are still living. One died in infancy. Sister Pinckley was a noble woman. As mother, wife, and servant of the Lord, she was faithful in her relationships. She knew many hardships and made many sacrifices for her family and others, and in such service she found her greatest joy. She did not sigh for ease and luxury. In all the years of our acquaintance I never knew her to be otherwise than cheerful and happy in her lot. The adjectives that describe her best are industrious, patient, humble. She was sympathetic and forbearing to others in their misfortunes and failings. She was not a career woman, and did not seek the praise of the world; but she left a name and influence that constitute a rich heritage to her children and blessing to all who knew her.

Charles R. Brewer., Nashville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1941, page 623.

Pinckley, David Jones

David Jones Pinckley was born in Macon County, Tenn., September 15, 1873, and passed away March 18, 1950. He moved to Kentucky at the age of four, and was baptized into Christ at the age of eighteen by Brother Renno. Surviving are his wife (Maudie), two sons (Edwin and Paul) and three daughters (May Huffman, Pearl Jeffords, and Mary Marshall). One son (Willie) preceded him in death. Brother Pinckley came to California in 1913, settling at Pixley in 1915, where he served as an elder in the church for many years. In 1926 he came to Los Angeles and worshiped at the Sichel Street congregation. In 1936 he moved to Van Nuys, and soon after was selected as an elder in the church there, serving faithfully till death claimed him. The entire Van Nuys congregation felt a keen loss in his passing. It was my privilege to labor under his direction with the other elders. Though dead, he yet speaketh.

Wallace W. Thompson.

Gospel Advocate, June 15, 1950, page 390.

Pinckley, Lloyd Scott

Lloyd Scott Pinckley, 70, of Milan, Tenn., passed away May 9 after a long illness. He was born in Wildersville, Tenn., April 9, 1917, and his family moved to Milan in 1927.

Brother Pinckley attended Milan High School and served three years in the U. S. Navy. He married the former Doris Lloyd July 30, 1937.

He was a member of the Main Street Church of Christ where he served as an elder for almost 30 years. He was a meek and humble man who was devoted to the service of the Lord. He will be missed greatly by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, their two daughters, Scottie Ann Rust of Jacksonville, Fla., and Janice Harder of Lynchburg, Tenn., and five grandchildren.

The funeral service was conducted at the Main Street church building by Dorian Flynn and Leo Powers. Dickey Bryant lead congregational singing.

Tony Taylor.

Gospel Advocate, July 2, 1987, page 412.

Pinegar, William J.

William J. Pinegar was born Oct. 4, 1839. The angel of death took his pure spirit, leaving a loving wife and seven children to mourn their loss. He was sick but a few days. Death did not find him unprepared. He lived in the Lord, and he died in the Lord. We know that our loss was his gain, still we were loth to give him up. He loved most the church of Christ, and was, therefore, always ready to do all that he could for its extension. He was a devoted companion, and affectionate father, a good citizen, and a true Christian. We all miss him, but anticipate a day when we shall meet him again, when the children of God shall be brought home to the bright mansion of glory and bliss, where death will not be permitted to cut the chords of affection or interrupt our peace and happiness. We do not mourn as those who have no hope. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, for they shall live again.

Ella J. Pinegar.

Gospel Advocate, June 11, 1896, page 379.

Pinkerton, L. E.

Sister L. E. Pinkerton departed this life last Friday eveningaged 36 years. For many months she has suffered; the last few days marked by extreme pain, all of which she bore with Christian fortitude and resignation.

It is consoling to know that she is beyond pain now. For many years she has lived the Christian life, having entered the church young in years. May God bless the little boys that are bereft of a mothers care. To the sorrowing relatives we commend the words of Jesus who has declared Himself to be both the resurrection and the life of all who love and serve Him.

Arthur M. Growden., Franklin, Tenn., July 16, 88.

Gospel Advocate, July 25, 1888, page 94.

Pinkley, A. C.

After an illness of more than two years, A. C. Pinkley passed away at his home at Tompkinsville, Ky., Sunday morning, August 14, 1949. Had he lived until the day of his burialAugust 15he would have been eighty-six-years of age. Brother Pinkley was widely known throughout the area in which he lived, and was considered a Christian gentleman by those who knew him. Brother Pinkley was an ardent Bible student and teacher from early manhood. He served as an elder of the church of Christ at Flippin, Gamaliel, and Tompkinsville for twenty-five years. Brother Pinkley will be remembered long as a religious leader, to say nothing of the many other activities of his life. Survivors include his wife (Mrs. Lettie Benham Pinkley), three daughters (Mrs. Jeff Hicks, Austin, Ky.; Miss Jennie Pinkley and Mrs. Joe Ross, Tompkinsville, Ky.), three sons (Fred Pinkley, Tompkinsville; Henry Pinkley, Fountain Run, Ky.; and Dr. Guy Pinkley, Jamestown, Tenn.), a half brother (D. J. Pinkley, Van Nuys, Calif.), thirteen grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon, August 15, at the Tompkinsville church of Christ by Brother Charles Brewer and me. Burial was in the Gamaliel Cemetery.

C. D. Tidwell.

Gospel Advocate, November 3, 1949, page 703.

Pinkston, Orville Lloyd

Recently West End church in Birmingham, Alabama, suffered an experience unusual in its nature. This was the passing in death of a man who for thirty-nine years had served this church through uninterrupted service as a deacon. And those years were hard and difficult years. The church met in such halls and homes as they could find available. In summer they would begin hauling their tent about over the city. They would spend ten days or two weeks in a meeting in one community and then move to another community. And this went on from year to year. And it is said that all the members faithfully attended all the services, those were the days of the sprouting mustard seed. But that grew until its boughs arch under the skies of our city. And it was during those days that Brother Pinkston rendered his service.

Orville Lloyd Pinkston was born near Columbia, Tenn., June 1, 1889. He was baptized by H. W. Wrye at Old Lasea church, near Columbia, Tenn. In October 1916 he was married to Pauline Lumsden who survives him. The day after the marriage the couple moved to Birmingham where they have since resided. Death came somewhat unexpectedly December 4. Overflowing crowds attended the services the next day. His mortal remains were taken to Lumsden Burial Ground near Columbia where he was laid to rest to await the coming of the Lord.

C. A. Norred.

Gospel Advocate, January 26, 1967, page 63.

Pinson, Zimri

Zimri Pinson was born on December 29, 1822, and his spirit went back to God, who gave it, on November 8, 1905. He was born and reared in Spartanburg County, S. C. He, with his family, moved to Tennessee in 1868 and settled near Eagle Mills. The loss of his companion in 1892 fell heavily upon him, and he finally broke up and went to live with his childrenone daughter and two sons. But there is a vacant chair in their homes now. However, they have the consolation that they did all they could to make his last days comfortable, and they sorrow not as those who have no hope, for they have reason to believe that he is better off. He believed and trusted in the promises of the Savior. He was baptized by Brother Gentry White more than a dozen years ago. May God comfort the bereaved children, and may they so live as to be able to meet him in a land where partings are unknown and tears never fall.

A. F. M.

Gospel Advocate, July 18, 1907, page 463.

Piper, Hugh D.

Hugh D. Piper of Centralia, Ill., died April 16 after a short illness with cancer.

Services were conducted at the Harrisburg, Ill., Church of Christ by Larry Weatherington, Robert Edwards and Daniel Holt. Burial was at Harveys Point Cemetery, Kell, Ill.

Piper was a gospel preacher for 42 years before retiring in October 1983. He had served 15 congregations in seven states.

He is survived by his wife, Jean M. Piper, of Centralia.

Gospel Advocate, November, 1988, page 38.

Pipes, Stella

It is with a sad heart that I chronicle the death of Sister Stella Pipes. On June 28, 1897, the death angel suddenly entered the home of Clarence Pipes and silently bore away the sweet spirit of his beloved wife. She was twenty years of age; obeyed the gospel in 1895; was baptized by Brother W. R. Carpenter; married December 24, 1896, making her married life a period of six months and four days. I would say to her sorrowing husband and relatives: Be comforted. She is not lost to you; she has only gone before to that heavenly home, where you may all follow if you will only be as faithful in all the relations of life as she was, and trust the same Savior she trusted. Be faithful, and at last go to where there is no more sickness, pain, or death, but rest with the redeemed forever and ever.

A. H. Speer., Vienna, La.

Gospel Advocate, September 23, 1897, page 599.

Pipkin, Hazel M.

At Dallas, Texas, on August 26, 1914, Sister Hazel M. Pipkin, of Cordell, Okla., was called home. She was a member of the church of Christ, having obeyed the gospel at the age of fifteen; and in December of the same year she married Merrel Pipkin. Of this union four children were born, two of whom were called home in babyhood. She leaves, to mourn her death, her husband; two little girls; her mother, Mrs. M. R. Snyder, of San Francisco, Cal.; three sisters, Mrs. Nellie Haws, of Foss, Okla., and Mrs. Ruby Wingo and Mrs. Daisy Polk, of Chickasha, Okla.; two brothers, Ross Stewart, of Bessie, Okla., and Leo Duncan, United States navy; and a host of friends.

Mrs. M. R. Snyder.

Gosepl Advocate, December 10, 1914, page 1306.

Pippin, Charles L.

Charles L. Pippin was born September 21, 1868, in Waynesville, Mo. Upon reaching manhood he entered the teaching profession, doing his school work in Woodbine and Dye, Texas, in Cooke County. He was married to Gerda Ann Ball, of Gainsville, Texas, in 1898 and to this union seven children were born, six of whom survive. He was baptized about 1900 by John L. Schoonover in Gainsville. Mrs. Pippin preceded him in death in 1916. In 1920 Brother Pippin moved to Thackerville, Okla., where he lived with his daughter, Miss Lela Belle Pippin, until September of last year. He was instrumental in getting the building lots for both the old and new location of the church in Thackerville. He loved the gospel of Christ and the church. He was plain, outspoken and kind. The Pippins home was a place of Christian hospitality to visiting preachers and brethren. Brother Pippin was a retired farmer and engaged in the insurance business before retirement. In September of 1955 he moved to Atoka, Okla., to be with another daughter, Mrs. Posie Howard. His last several years having been spent in poor health, he passed from this land of the living Saturday, February 25, 1956, in Atoka, at eighty-eight years of age. Services were conducted the following Sunday afternoon in Thackerville by John Brosch, assisted by Stanley Sayers. May those of us who knew and love Brother Pippin imitate him as he imitated Jesus Christ.

Jimmy Oldham.

Gospel Advocate, April 19, 1956, page 381.

Pippin, Clenna Kinla

On September 19, 1906, Mrs. Clenna Kinla Pippin, wife of Willis B. Pippin and youngest child of Brother and sister E. L. Jackson, was summoned by deaths angel to bid farewell to loved ones and friends here upon earth and come up higher and dwell in a more glorious home. She was born on May 2, 1885; and being the youngest of the family, she was the idol, especially to the mother. She was reared by Christian parents, who taught her both by precept and example the will of the Lord to the extent that she was made to love and obey it in her early girlhood. She was married to Willis B. Pippin on February 15, 1902, and was to him a kind and patient wife until death. She leaves one little son (Estes), husband, father, mother, six sisters, two brothers (one of whom is L. J. Jackson, a former student of the Nashville Bible School, now at Riverside, Cal.) and a host of friends to mourn their loss. She was a loving and obedient daughter, a kind and patient wife, a gentle and tender mother, a true and faithful friend; and, above all, she was a faithful Christian until death. I will say to all who may read this: Let us realize the life upon earth is as a morning vapor; soon it vanishes away; and as the lives of many of our friends have ended, so, too, must ours soon end. Therefore let us strive by the help of our God to be prepared to meet death with smiles when it comes to us.

T. C. Fox.

Gospel Advocate, January 3, 1907, page 14.

Pippin, Simeon

Brother Simeon Pippin was born on November 2, 1832, and departed this life on February 5, 1915, in his eighty-third year. He was married to Nancy Jane Meadows on April 3, 1861. This union was blessed with two childrena son and a daughter. Brother Pippin obeyed the gospel on January 1, 1905, under the preaching of Brother T. C. Fox. He was a man who lived in a way to gain the confidence and good will of those who knew him. His good judgment and honesty of purpose made him to be called often in the adjustment of differences between parties. With the help of his beloved wife, they earned a comfortable living. He was far from being selfish, and was often called a friend of the poor. He considered the duties of life and preformed his well. He will be missed very much. His loved ones sorrow on account of his death, but not as those who have no hope. His faithfulness in the Lord and his life since his obedience to the gospel, well spent in his service, make us to hope to meet him in a more blissful clime.

John W. Fox.

Gospel Advocate, April 23, 1915, page 394.

Pirtle, Robert Wesley

Robert Wesley Pirtle was born on December 19, 1889, and died, somewhere in France, on November 11, 1918, of meningitis following influenza. The saddest and darkest day of my life was the day on which I received the telegram (November 27) telling me of his death. He was one of the dearest and sweetest boys I ever saw. He had been pure and good all his life. At an early age he was bereft of a fathers care and love. Being the oldest of the three children that were left to me, he did his part so faithfully in trying to help me support them. He was such a kind, obedient son, and a good, sweet brother. As they were left to my care, I thought the greatest thing I could do for them was to bring them up in the way they should go, and in my feeble way I taught them the best I could, and I have had the pleasure and satisfaction of living to see all three of them members of the church of Christ. The youngest of them died five years ago. Then Bob, as we all called him, went to Paris, Texas, to work in a dry-goods store with his half-brother, Capt. J. O. Pirtle, intending to take me there later so I could be with him;; but his country called him and he had to go. He entered the training camp at San Antonio, Texas (Camp Travis), and was sent from there to Camp Doniphan, in Oklahoma, and was put in Battery E, 128th Field Artillery, and went to France with that battery, and remained in it till he died. He obeyed the gospel eleven years ago, under the preaching of Brother F. O. Howell, and lived a pure, consistent, Christian life to the end. He was always ready to do anything he was called on to do. He was superintendent of the Sunday school at Paris, Texas, at one time. He lived such a pure, Christian life while there that he greatly endeared himself to all, as the many letters of sympathy which have received from them show. Dear, precious boy, it seems so hard that he had to die so far from home and mother. Our hearts are broken, but we realize that our loss is his gain. He is survived by his mother: one brother Roy. B. Pirtle, of Toone, Tenn.; one half-brotherCapt. J. O. Pirtle, of Paris, Texas; and two half-sistersMrs. R. F. Maclin, of Stanton, Tenn., and Mrs. Blake White, of Bolivar, Tenn. We sorrow, of course, but not as those who have no hope, for we will meet him in a home where sorrows come no more, if we continue faithful.

His Mother.

Gospel Advocate, April 17, 1919, page 375.

Pitman, Clarence

On July 11, 1932, there came to the little town of Alamo, Tenn., these sad and unexpected words: Clarence Pitman is dead. He went to Memphis the day before to have Dr. Campbell examine his injured knee, which has been troubling him for about twenty-five years. An operation was performed and a few hours the end came. Brother Pitman was born in Crockett County, Tenn., October 16, 1878. On January 3, 1904, he was married to Lillian Jones, and to them was born one child, Virginia. She and his faithful wife survive. The most of Brother Pitmans life was spent in Crockett County, where he has many friends and loved ones who were shocked by his passing. Brother Pitman served his county as Trustee for four years. Greatest of all, he spent many years in the service of the Lord. He was one of the efficient elders and teachers in the church. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. These are wonderful words of consolation, and those who knew him think they are true of him. The funeral was conducted by C. P. Roland and the writer and was attended by a large crowd. Interment in the Alamo cemetery.

J. E. Green.

Gospel Advocate, December 15, 1932, page 1341.

Pitman, Mary Howard

Sister Mary Pitman (nee Howard) was peacefully called from this life to the one of eternal joy on August 20, 1910. She was a daughter of Brother and Sister Philip Howard, of Lynnville, Ky. Her father was called to rest three years ago. She leaves a mother, a husband, one sister, and three brothers to mourn her departure. Marys life was sweet and pure. She was in this world only twenty-one years. At the age of seventeen she obeyed Christ, being baptized by Brother W. T. Boaz, and remained faithful to Christ till death. About three years ago she was married to Mr. Ernest Pitman, and to them were born one child, whose little spirit departed about one year after it came into this world. The writer conducted the funeral services at the Lebanon church of Christ, and with words of sympathy her many friends laid her body to rest to await the final summons. Marys life was one of prayer and true devotion to God. Before she died she talked to God in prayer and resigned her all to his care. She felt the sweet promise that the angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them. (Ps. 34:7.) Let us rejoice that the faithful are at rest and that we shall meet them in our Fathers home if we are true to him.

W. S. Long, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, September 29, 1910, page 1101.

Pittman, Annie S. Hardy

Sister Annie S. Hardy was born near Stanton, Haywood County, Tenn., on November 10, 1851; died at Ocala, Fla., on September 17, 1908. The funeral was at Bells, Tenn., on September 22, where her remains were placed in the cemetery. She was baptized at Henry Station, Tenn., at about twenty-years of age, by J. A. Carter, in midwinter, when the ice had to be broken out of the way for the purpose. She was married to Joseph A. Pittman at Alamo, Tenn., on September 15, 1872. After marriage she and her husband lived at Paducah, Ky., for about two years, and then moved to Ocala, where she lived till her death, except the two or three years she was in Nashville, Tenn., sending her boys to the Bible School. Sister Pittman was a devoted and faithful wife and mother, sacrificing her own comfort any time to secure the comfort of her family. As a Christian, she was self-denying and devoted to the service of God from the time she became a member of the church. Brother John Farrow, who for many years spent his winters in Florida and often visited the Pittman home, testified at the funeral that she was one of the most devoted Christians he had ever known. All know she was a very consecrated Christian while in Nashville. Before her baptism she had been a Methodist, but after her baptism into Christ she sought most earnestly to walk in the word and will of her Lord and Master. There were many of her relatives and friends at the funeral to manifest the great respect in which she was held by the people where she was raised. Her husband, children, relatives, and friends have the glorious hope of the gospel of Christ to comfort them in their sad bereavement; and if they would meet her in the Christians home in glory and spend with her a happy eternity, they have only to serve God faithfully through this life and make the preparation for it that she made, and this exalted privilege will be theirs. Not one of the Lords faithful ones will be overlooked when he shall come to make up his jewels.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, November 19, 1908, page 746.

Pittman, John

On December 21, 1922, Uncle John Pittman, a well-known and useful citizen of the old type, residing in Crockett County, Tenn., was called from the earthly to the heavenly home. Uncle John lived out his allotted time of fourscore years, a life that would have been active to the last had it not been for a harassing physical ailment. When a young man, he obeyed the gospel of Jesus Christ. Yielding to temptations incident to youth and unfavorable circumstances, he became neglectful of duty; but about thirty years ago he came back into line of duty, becoming identified with the church at Bells, Tenn. For a number of years his physical condition did not permit of his regular attendance at church services, but he one who knew him most intimately said he was strong in the Christian faith. For twenty-five years he was a constant reader of the Gospel Advocate, and loved the paper and its good work. In spite of suffering, he was cheerful, and when asked how he was, would avoid a gloomy reply, thus relieving his good wife of unnecessary worry. The following is a quotation from the editor of the Crockett County Sentinel: For a half century the writer of this notice knew Mr. John Pittman, to admire and respect him as a friend and citizen of the highest and noblest principles. He loved to scatter sunshine and good will. After the funeral services held by Brother J. L. Holland, we buried Uncle John in the Alamo cemetery. His widow lingers on this side of the brink, waiting the summons to join him.

S. P. Pittman.

Gospel Advocate, March 8, 1923, page 241.

Pittman, Perla Paulina

Sister Perla Paulina Pittman, the faithful wife of Dr. Sam A. Pittman, an elder of the Peak and East Side Church, in Dallas, Texas, departed this life Thursday, April 17, 1947. The funeral was held in the auditorium of the Peak and East Side congregation, in the presence of a vast host of friends and loved ones, on Saturday afternoon, April 19, with Joe Malone, minister of the Peak and East Side congregation, officiating, assisted by Tom Huff, minister of the Oak Lawn congregation, in Dallas, and Dr. A. T. Harris, prominently identified for years with the work of the Pearl and Bryan congregation, of that city, and both friends of long standing of Dr. and Sister Pittman. Interment was in Tyler, Texas. There Brother Malone was assisted in a brief service by T. B. Thompson, minister of the West Irwin congregation, of Tyler. Sister Pittmans early life was spent in Denton, Texas. In due course after her marriage to Dr. Pittman, they moved to Childress, Texas, where Dr. Pittman served as song leader for the Lords church for about twenty-five years. They had lived in Dallas since 1934, where they were actively engaged together in the work of the church. Sister Pittman loved the church deeply and remained steadfast in her service to it. She was devoted to her husband, with whom she lived for forty-three years, and to her family. Thus one widely known and esteemed for her works sake passes on to her reward. In addition to her husband, her survivors include; two sons (Chesley D. Pittman, Tyler; Griffin L. Pittman, Dallas), two daughters (Mrs. E. J. Carlisle, Waco; Miss Lorraine Pittman, Dallas), two brothers (Clyde Griffin, Grapevine, Texas; Jim Griffin, Hillsboro, Texas) one sister (Mrs. Mattie Parks, Los Angeles, Calif.), and eight grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, May 8, 1947, page 334.

Pittman, Walter J.

Brother Walter J. Pittman, of Roanoke, Ala., was born August 12, 1876, and died Oct. 20, 1895. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother J. A. Harding in June, 1893. Since the day when, in obedience to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, he was buried in baptism, he has been walking a noble Christian life. He, through the providence of God, decided to preach the gospel, and spent one year in the Nashville Bible School in making the necessary preparations for the great work of reaping the harvest that is already white. He also spent a while under the instructions of Brother Ashley S. Johnson, where I met him and was his roommate for quite a while. We would say to the dear mother, brother, and sisters, to weep not, to so live that when death comes we can meet Walter, and thus with him walk the streets of the New Jerusalem and sing the songs of redeeming love.

John Castleberry.

Gospel Advocate, December 26, 1895, page 825.

Pitts, Grady H.

Grady H. Pitts, 65, of Culleoka, Tenn., died Jan. 20 at Maury County Hospital in Columbia, Tenn.

Pitts, who received training at the Nashville School of Preaching, was a minister for 30 years. He preached 20 years for the Culleoka Church of Christ, where he was serving as minister and elder when he died.

He is survived by is wife, Billie Jane Temples Pitts; a daughter, Donna Pitts Thorton of Lewisburg, Tenn.; and a son, Kevin of Culleoka.

Gospel Advocate, October, 1994, page 58.

Pitts, Margaret A. Ewing

Margaret A. Ewing Carpenter Pitts was born June 28, 1920 in Farmington, Marshall Co., Tenn. She departed this life June 2, 1981 in Atlanta, Ga., of cardiac arrest following a lengthy illness. Interment was in Mortens Cemetery, Lewisburg, Tenn. She was the daughter of the late Lyle Ewing and Mrs. Margaret E. Ewing of Conyers, Ga., who survives.

She was baptized into Christ by Athens C. Pullias in 1936. She was a Bible class teacher for several years and was involved in most church activities.

She was married to the late Ira H. Carpenter Dec. 24, 1940. He passed away Dec. 7, 1970 after faithful service to the Lord as teacher, song-leader and deacon. To that union were born John E. Carpenter and Thomas Randall Carpenter both of whom survive and reside in the Metro-Atlanta area.

On Nov. 29, 1975 Margaret was married to Eugene A. Pitts, a gospel preacher. In addition she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Frances Grayson of Nashville, Tenn., two stepchildren, Harold E. Pitts and Miss Joye Pitts of Metro-Atlanta, six grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Margaret was strong in the Faith and longed for a better home. The writer suffers a great loss but finds comfort in the persuasion she is safe in the arms of Jesus.

Eugene A. Pitts., Apt. 44G, 4701 Flat Shoals Rd., Union City, Ga. 30291.

Gospel Advocate, August 6, 1981, page 469.

Pitts, Thenia Booth

Thenia Booth Pitts was born in Nashville, Tenn., on April 13, 1913. After a brief illness she departed this life at Atlanta, Ga., on December 20, 1974. Thenia was baptized into Christ by S. H. Hall in 1934. She was married to Eugene A. Pitts on May 11, 1934. As a ministers wife, Thenia knew the joys and sorrows, the satisfactions and apprehensions which are the peculiar fortune of those who preach the good word of God. It has been our pleasure to know the Pitts family over a good many years. We were associated with them in Union City, Tenn., Dallas, Texas, and Atlanta, Ga., and elsewhere. Thenia was a devoted wife, a loving mother and a gracious good woman. She was keenly interested and active in the work of the church. She served admirably as a teacher and counsellor for young people. Two children were born to Gene and Thenia: Harold E. Pitts, a gospel preacher at Powder Springs, Ga., and Joye who resides with her father at 6558 Roswell Rd., Apt. 7-D N.W., Atlanta, Ga. 30328. Funeral services were conducted at the Druid Hills church by Roger MacKenzie and Larry Swaim with interment in the family plot in Roswell, Ga. We thank God for the blessed hope. 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

Homer Putnam Reeves.

Gospel Advocate, February 13, 1975, page 111.

Plaster, Layton

Layton Plaster, faithful gospel preacher of 35 years, died in Branson, Mo., on Sept. 19, 1983, at the age of 62, of complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigs Disease), a disease that attacks the nervous system resulting in a loss of vital muscle functions. The disease was diagnosed in April, 1983, and he succumbed to it five and a half months later. Funeral services were conducted on Sept. 22, at the church of Christ in Branson where he was serving as minister. Services were conducted by long time friends Arthur Hicks of Ava, Mo., and Doin Pitchford of Sparta, Mo. He is survived by his wife, Wilma of Hollister, Mo., three sons, John and Don Plaster of Hollister and Dr. Mark Plaster of Mansfield, Ohio, one daughter, Linda Baker of Ava, Mo., and six grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Lawrence of Ava, Mo., and Lowell of Tulsa, Ok., and one sister Louise Goddard, also of Tulsa.

Layton Plaster was born in Ozark County, Mo., on Jan. 26, 1921, and graduated from Gainesville High School in 1939. After serving in the Navy in WWII and working in business, he committed himself to preaching the gospel. Selling his business and home, he moved his family to Abilene, Texas, where he attended Abilene Christian College, graduating in 1952. His first located work began in 1950 when he was asked to serve the church in Gorman, Texas. In his 35 years of preaching he served other churches in Texas, as well as churches in Oklahoma and Missouri. He and his family went to the Kansas City area in 1961 where he served for 19 years. He was preaching in Branson, MO., when he was stricken with the fatal disease and had been there for three years.

When the knowledge of brother Plasters illness and consequent needs reached those congregations that he had served, a retirement fund was established to help meet those needs. The generosity that was expressed by Christians in many areas was a tremendous example of the care and compassion that Christians have for one another. Enough was contributed to the fund that it enabled Layton to purchase a home before he passed away, thus leaving his wife and helper a secure home. The family wishes to express its deepest gratitude to all who gave their support during the illness and death of this loved one. Prayers, cards, visits, and other expressions of love and concern helped the family through the difficult time.

Mike Baker.

Gospel Advocate, February 2, 1984, page 92.

Platt, John A.

It is with a sad heart I write this. My dear husband, John A. Platt, was called to his heavenly home on March 11, 1906. He became a Christian when only nineteen years of age, and was sixty-six when he went home. He leaves a wife and four children, all grown. The last time he was at our post office he sent for the Gospel Advocate. We are so lonely here without him. A good husband, a kind father, a good soldier and citizen, he ever lived to the highest standard. He loved the teaching of the Advocate and always read every article in it.

Mary A. Platt., Arlington, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, June 7, 1906, page 364.

Pledge, Mike

Mike Pledge, son of Charles and Wanda Pledge of Sheridan, Wyo., died Oct. 20, 1990, in Arkansas. He died of an injury suffered 21 years ago.

In addition to his parents, Pledge is survived by two brothers, Mark and Tim.

Gospel Advocate, January, 1991, page 47.

Plemmons, James Anderson

James Anderson Plemmons was born in Gilmer County, Ga., on April 28, 1908. The eighth son of William and Elizabeth Whitaker Plemmons, he was married to Malissa Spurling on May 5, 1929. He was baptized into Christ in 1942 and began preaching in 1945. He has preached in Georgia, Alabama, Virginia, and Rhode Island, and continued preaching until 1968 when his health forced him to retire. He was preceded in death by his parents, seven brothers, one sister, and one daughter, Rethel. He died April 14, 1983 two weeks short of his 75th birthday and three weeks short of his 54th wedding anniversary.

Mr. Plemmons is survived his wife of nearly 54 years, Malissa Plemmons of Trion, Ga.; two daughters, Mrs. Barney (Dolores) Russell of Summerville, Ga., and Mrs. Calvin (Opal) Goolsby of Carrolton, Ga.; one son, Herman Plemmons of Millington, Tenn.; one sister, Mrs. Ada Weaver of Copperhill, Tenn.; twelve grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

His only son is an elder of the church and three grandsons are preachers. All his children are Christians and are married to Christians. All his grandchildren are Christians and the ones who are married are married to Christians. God said of Abraham in Genesis 18:19, For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, to do justice and judgment... Surely this could also be said of James Anderson Plemmons.

Three children, twelve grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and a wife of almost 54 years were special to him, and he was special to all of us. He is gone now, but each one of us has a part of him that will stay with us forever. He loved us, and we loved him, and we will miss him.

I was privileged as the oldest grandson and one of three who preach to deliver a eulogy at funeral services held at the Pennville Church of Christ, Summerville, Ga., on April 16th. Jim Huskey of Pennville and Frank Ford of Lebanon, Tenn. officiated. Burial was in West Hill Cemetery in Trion, Ga.

Jim Russell.

Gospel Advocate, May 19, 1983, page 313.

Poag, Ella Virginia

Mrs. Ella Virginia Poag, daughter of William P. and Matilda Oliver Womack, was born at Thyatira, Miss., in the year 1854, and died of heart failure on December 2, 1913. On the following day she was laid to rest in the Thyatira Cemetery, being mourned by her large circle of relatives, brethren, and friends of the Thyatira church and community. Sister Poag was married to William J. Poag in 1879, and by him she leaves one son, Sam Lester Poag, of Barr, Miss., who is now bereft of both parents, the father having preceded the mother to the grave several years ago. William J. Poag, Sister Poags husband, was for a number of years prior to his death one of the efficient deacons of the Thyatira congregation. Some of the older preachers who labored with the Thyatira congregation in years gone by will remember his services. On the day of her death, about half past two oclock in the afternoon, Sister Poag was sitting in her chair conversing pleasantly with Sister Alex. Mitchell, who was visiting her that day. Without any token that the end had come, she suddenly dropped forward, with her head finding a resting place on the arm of the rocker in which she was sittingshe was dead. Thus the end came to a humble, simple-mannered domestic life, which had become crowned with kindly deeds toward all those with whom it had been her privilege to become associated. She had become noted throughout the community for her services of hospitality, and all of her kinspeople, nephews and nieces, and other relatives, had learned to love her as a favorite in the family connection. She was a zealous member of the congregation at Thyatira, and her body now rests in the cemetery there beside that of her beloved husband. Three sistersMrs. Jennings, Mrs. Burford, and Mrs. Jacksonand two brothersJames Womack, of Thyatira, and Oliver Womack, of Anson, Texasare left to mourn their loss.

Lee Jackson.

Gospel Advocate, June 4, 1914, page 627.

Poe, Carrie Harrison

Mrs. Carrie Harrison Poe, wife of the lamented John T. Poe, was born in New York City. At the age of twelve years she came to Texas with her parents. She was married to Brother Poe when she was twenty years old. To their union six children were born, four of whom are living. I have been in the home many times before and since the death of Brother Poe. Sister Poe was a wonderful character. I knew her to be a tender, loving, unselfish, Christian wife and mother. I learned to love her almost as a mother because of her fine spirit and because of her devotion to Brother Poe and to her family. I visited her many times in her last years of loneliness, and derived much pleasure from these visits. After we left Longview, she went to Groveton to her daughter, and we never saw her again; but as long as she was able to write we were allowed to enjoy her sweet, motherly letters. Mrs. Wallace and I loved her devotedly, as she did us. A good woman has gone to her sweet reward.

Foy E. Wallace, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, December 14, 1922, page 1200.

Poe, Carrie

Sister Carrie Wright Poe, wife of the late John T. Poe, was buried at Longview, Texas, on September 15, by the side of her husband. Eight days before her death she was amusing some children in the yard, when she stepped backward on a stick, falling and crushing her hip, from which she died. She and Brother Poe were married in the year 1863. Six children were born to them, but only four girls are now living. Brother Poe died nearly five years ago. One of the outstanding and worthy features of Sister Poes long life of seventy-eight years was her service rendered to suffering humanity. Like holy women of old, she was full of almsdeeds and served humanity cheerfully. She knew what it meant to be a faithful helpmeet to a minister of the gospel and labored earnestly with him for many years. Many of her friends of long years attended the funeral and mourned her departure with the girls. Thus ends the earthly career of a faithful mother in Israel, to unite with the ransomed throng where pleasures are untold and joys are for evermore. Our sympathies are extended freely to the four daughters and many friends.

J. W. Dunn.

Gospel Advocate, October 19, 1922, page 1002.

Poe, Mary Catherine

It was my painful duty to officiate at the funeral of Sister Mary Catherine Poe, who was born on September 10, 1871, and died on October 14, 1904, being thirty-three years, one month, and four days old at the time of her death. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Liming, and was married to Urban D. Poe on January 1, 1895. To this union were born three children, one of whom preceded her to the grave. She united with the church of Christ over twenty years ago, under the preaching of old Brother John Henderson. Her faith always strong, she was found at her post of duty whenever it was possible. It seemed the more sorrowful from the fact that, only about two weeks before, her brother Benjamins wife, Alice, had passed to the great beyond, dying from the same dread disease, typhoid fever. Dear friends, let us put our trust in Him and so live that we may meet all our Christian friends in heaven, where we can sing and shout praises throughout the ceaseless ages of eternity to our God and Savior, who said, As I live, you shall live; and let us, when our time comes to go, put our hand in Jesus hand, and he will guide us safely over.

William B. Ice, Jr., Fairmont, W. Va.

Gospel Advocate, December 1, 1904, page 767.

Pogue, Luther H.

Luther H. Pogue, for seventeen years minister of the church of Christ, 1202 North Green St., Henderson, Kentucky, died of a heart attack at his home on Saturday, March 21, 1970. Brother Pogue, who was 72, was born at Lynn Grove, Kentucky. He was married to the former Dixie Morgan on December 27, 1919. The Pogues had one son, Lester L. Brother Pogue was baptized by the late John B. Hardeman in July, 1928, and began preaching at Union Grove, Kentucky, in 1930. His regular preaching was done in West Kentucky and West Tennessee. He held meetings in many states and was heard as a regular radio or TV speaker over several stations.

Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, March 24, in Henderson, Kentucky. Participating in the service were several young men whom he had encouraged to attend Freed-Hardeman College and to preachTom Eddins, a student at the Harding Graduate School of Bible and Religion, Memphis, Terry Sellars, a graduate student at the University of Illinois, and Gary Puryear, who is serving as associate minister for a Nashville church. Ron McIndoo, minister of the Washington Avenue church in Evansville, was the speaker. Services were held in the building of the Coldwater church of Christ near Murray, Kentucky, a congregation which Brother Pogue had been instrumental in establishing. Speaking at Coldwater were Bill Threet and Joe Clary.

L. H. Pogue was a friend and supporter of the Gospel Advocate and of Freed-Hardeman College. He was respected by Christians and non-Christians in Henderson, where he had labored since 1953, and his counsel was sought by many preachers and churches. He is survived by Mrs. Pogue and Lester, who may be addressed at 1721 North Green St., Henderson, Kentucky 42420. A number of friends are making memorial contributions to Freed-Hardeman College.

David Thomas.

Gospel Advocate, April 16, 1970, page 255.

Pogue, Nannie

Sister Nannie Pogue was born on August 29, 1881, and died on January 2, 1910. Brother W. R. Spivy conducted the funeral services, after which her remains were laid to rest in the Pisgah Cemetery. In her youthful days she became a member of the Baptist Church; but after having heard the gospel preached in its purity by Brother Spivy, she no longer remained in that church, but became a member of the one body, of which Jesus Christ is the Head. She was a light in the home circle that will never shine again, neither can there be any substitute for that light there. She was always loving and obedient to her father, affectionate and dutiful to her mother, kind and agreeable to her brothers, and last, but not least, was one of Gods truest children. Sister Nannie leaves behind her a father, a mother, six brothers, many relatives, and a host of friends who will greatly miss her. To the loved ones and bereaved ones I would say: Cheer up, weep not for her as though you had no hope; she cannot come to you, but you can go to her. Though you have said good-by to her, yet you may clasp her hands in yours just beyond the rolling river. So dry your tears and prepare to meet her where sorrows never come.

A. V. Gillum.

Gospel Advocate, January 20, 1910, page 86.

Poindexter, Richard

On August 20, 1894, near Winston, N. C., Brother Richard Poindexter passed from the toils of earth to the rest that awaits Gods children in heaven. He was taken quite ill some time in June while on his way from Virginia, wither he had gone on a preaching tour. On his return trip he stopped to hold a short meeting and was stricken down with a severe illness from which, although he got up and about again, he never fully recovered. He came to the home of his son, Brother F. T. Poindexter, Advance, N. C., where he remained a week or two and recovered sufficiently to walk about. He was then removed to the home of his daughter, Sister Amanda Hendrix, near Winston, but his condition soon became critical, and on the date before named he was released from suffering.

Brother Poindexter was born February 6, 1827; became a Christian in 1863 or 1864, after a long and painful struggle, extending over a period of years, during which he was a seeker, trying to get religion, as the phrase went, and which ended only in disappointment. The error of all of this was finally pointed out to him when he met with the good providence of hearing a brother preach the simple word of God, who showed him the way to become a Christian. He at once began to preach the word, and it was not long until he became an effective preacher of the gospel. He preached much in North Carolina, and some in Tennessee and Virginia.

He was a blacksmith by trade, but a diligent student of the Bible; and, although his education was quite limited, he became well informed in the word of God, and preached effectively and with gratifying results for many years. I first met him in the winter of 1873-74, soon after I had obeyed the gospel and had formed the resolution myself to become a preacher, and I here gratefully record the fact that to my good friends, Uncle Dick, as he was familiarly called wherever well known, I am indebted for helpful words of advice concerning the principles and motives that should actuate preachers. His faithful wife and a number of children preceded him to the heavenly home, while three children, two sons and a daughter, survive.

He baptized many people during his life as preacher, and I have no doubt but his influence will long be felt for good. My associations with him were always pleasant, and the bonds of pure friendship bound us together in the work of the Lord. With the sincerest affection I pen these lines and fondly cherish his memory.

M. C. Kurfees., Louisville, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, November 15, 1894, page 719.

Polk, Barry Kim

Barry Kim Polk, 39, and his two children, Julee Marie, 8, and Christopher Mathis, 6, all of Baltimore, Md., died Aug. 1 in Parsons, Tenn., from injuries sustained in an auto accident.

Kym was minister of the Eastside Church of Christ in Baltimore for the past five years.

He also served the church in Piedmont, Ala.; Smyrna, Tenn.; Clinton, N.C.; Key West, Fla.; and Groveland, Fla.

A graduate of Madison Academy in Huntsville, Ala., and Freed-Hardeman University, Polk was listed in the 1979 edition of Outstanding Young Men of America.

He taught two years at the Florida School of Preaching in Lakeland, Fla., and worked with Backwoods Christian Camp in Alabama for 15 years.

Survivors include Kyms wife, Linda, who was seriously injured in the wreck; Kyms parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Polk of Huntsville, Ala.; and the childrens grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Glan Lee of Max Meadows, Va.

Linda Polk may be contacted at her parents home, 147 Brooke Eylse Lane, Max Meadows, VA 24360; (703) 637-6839.

Gospel Advocate, October, 1994, page 58.

Polk, Mary

It is with much sorrow we now record the death of our dearly beloved aunt, Mary Polk, of Vildo, Tenn. It was on February 4, 1905, that death claimed Aunt Mary for its victim. She was sixty years old, and was married to William Polk twenty-three years ago. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother J. R. Phillips about twelve years ago, and lived faithful until the end. We surely sympathize with her three sons and little grandson, who have never known the loss of a mother until now. Aunt Mary was a devoted wife. Her toils on earth are now no more. May her boys ever remember the care and love of their mother, remember the good advice which she would always give, and live as she lived, following in her footsteps day by day; and when death comes, they can say, like mother: I am ready.

Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1905, page 271.

Pollard, Jesse Paul, Sr.

Jesse Paul Pollard Sr. was born in Haralson County, Ga., Jan. 10, 1916. He departed this world Dec. 2, 1984.

He grew up on a farm in western Georgia and in his adult years followed in the trade of his Masterthat of a carpenter.

Paul could have been a very wealthy man, because he believed in doing the best he could and that only quality work was acceptable. He would rather lose hundreds on a deal than make one dollar by taking unfair advantage. He could have charged prices for his skill and labor commensurate with others of his profession.

Instead, he chose true riches: Respect of honest men, love by a family who could look up to him for strength of character, courage of his convictions, honest in his dealings, sobriety in his speech and a deep faith in his Lord.

Paul never aspired to greatness, and perhaps that is one of the things that made him such a great man. He was contented to have an humble abode for his family, education for his children, food on the table, clothes on their backs, and above all, spiritual training for his family.

A preacher of righteousness, a teacher of glad tidings, he accomplished much during his short sojourn on this earth.

An avid Bible student and scholar. Even though he never received a degree from any of the noted brotherhood colleges, he was a very learned man because of his diligence in the study of the Word. He wasnt ashamed of the Gospel of Christ because he believed it to be the power of God unto salvation and taught all who would listen and learn. His wisdom in handling aright the word of truth was inspiring and of great encouragement to those who knew him.

John B. Vines.

Gospel Advocate, January 3, 1985, page 26.

Pollock, Minnie Moss

On December 17, 1966, Mrs. Minnie Moss Pollock passed away after a short illness. Sister Pollock was born on October 17, 1891 in Riverside, Tenn. She grew up in Tennessee and there married Percy W. Pollock, her good and faithful husband, who died in 1954. Brother and Sister Pollock and family came to Atlanta, Ga., in 1927 and there made their home. They worshipped at the Pryor Street and Moreland Avenue congregations and later became charter members of the Northwest Congregation where they both worshipped faithfully the remainder of their days. Sister Pollock was a virtuous Christian woman, a faithful and loving wife and a devoted mother. Her gentleness, kindness, and genuine concern for others, made her life an inspiration to all who knew her. Her passing leaves a void in the hearts of her loved ones. We are rich in the legacy of love, of guidance and inspiration wrought by the good Christian life of my beloved grandmother.

Emery R. Moore.

Gospel Advocate, June 1, 1967, page 351.

Pollock, Nellie Jackson

Mrs. Nellie Jackson Pollock, wife of James Pollock, of Waynesboro, Tenn., passed at their home on Saturday, April 18, 1936, and was buried in Walnut Grove Cemetery, April 20. She is survived by a brother and sister and two girls and five boys. She was nearing sixty-five years of age. She and Brother Pollock were married in 1891, and lived their lives in this section. She fell while milking on the day previous to her demise, and never regained consciousness. She was quiet, modest, energetic, unruffled, and never spoke ill of others. I have never known a woman who received more joy from serving others. The Pollocks would not live in a place without having the gospel preached. This they did at Waynesboro, Tenn.

J. W. Dunn.

Gospel Advocate, June 11, 1936, page 575.

Pomeroy, Dovie

Mrs. Dovie Pomeroy, wife of Sam Pomeroy, passed from this life to the immortal life on June 27, 1920, aged thirty-nine years. She was a blessing to all that came in contact with her while she lived. Sister Pomeroy was born on February 6, 1881, and was married at the age of seventeen. She is survived by her husband and seven children. She obeyed her Master and was baptized into Christ by Brother G. L. Cullum. The day before she died she said that she was ready to go, but that she regretted to leave her children and husband. She kept her Testament by her side all the time. May her husband and children and friends follow in the way she has ledthe paths of righteousness; and may we all meet in the beautiful home over there, where we can dwell in peace forever.

Thomas T. Pack.

Gospel Advocate, August 5, 1920, page 774.

Pope, Bertha

God, in his wisdom and goodness, saw fit to take from us, on Wednesday morning, October 18, 1922, our dear Bertha, wife of E. P. Pope, Jr. She had been afflicted for some months with an unkindly disease which caused her much suffering, but she bore her sufferings with patience and Christian fortitude. Everything that loving hands could do to restore her to health was done, but all to no avail. God giveth, and God taketh away. She was twenty-two years and a few months old. She was a member of the church of Christ, and was a beautiful, Christian character. Everybody who knew her loved her. She leaves a husband, mother, sisters, and brothers. She was laid to rest in Center Cemetery, in Dyer County, Tenn., beneath a beautiful mound of flowers, to await the coming of the Savior in the resurrection morn, when there will be no more partings nor good-byes. Elder Fred Blanchard conducted the funeral services.

Mrs. Verna Arnold.

Gospel Advocate, November 2, 1922, page 1049.

Pope, Dora Billingsley

Dora Billingsley Pope died May 2, 1940. She was born June 7, 1864; obeyed the gospel in her youth; married Charlie E. Pope, December 1, 1887. Seven children were born, all of whom survive, except one, who died when three years of age. When I was a young man, beginning to preach, Brother Charlie and Sister Dora gave me much encouragement to preach the word. Their home was a Christian home. They were pillars of the Bethel Church, fifteen miles south of Pikeville, Tenn., as long as they lived in that community. Several years ago they moved to Pikeville, where they continued in faithful service until death took first Brother Charlie, about five years ago. Sister Pope was present at worship two weeks before she passed away, and took an active part in the ladies Bible lesson, as was her custom. C. H. Woodroof, of Winchester, conducted the funeral service in Pikeville, May 5. The body was taken to Mount Airy and placed beside that of her husband.

Fred M. Little.

Gospel Advocate, May 23, 1940, page 503.

Pope, Fannie A.

Died, at the residence, 44 Maple street, Nashville, Tenn., May 20, our darling mother, Fannie A. Pope. She was born near Castalilan Springs, Sumner county, Dec. 5, 1843. She joined the Christian Church when a school girl, and I think was immersed by her teacher, Brother Carmack. She was a member at Union, Sumner county, until her marriage with my dear father, John O. Pope, November, 1866, when she moved with him to his home near Thompson Station. What a consolation it is to know that when she left us she bequeathed us the richest legacy possible, the remembrance of a noble Christian wife and motherone who was charitable in words as well as deeds! God in heaven be thanked for such a dear wife and mother, and help us to live as she did and meet her in heaven.

Gospel Advocate, July 5, 1894, page 423.

Pope, Hattie Lee Baxter

Hattie Lee Baxter Pope was born on February 27, 1899, and departed this life on September 15, 1932. Hattie became a member of the church at the age of sixteen and lived a faithful Christian until death, bringing forth the fruit of the Spiritlove, joy, peace, and long-suffering. She was on the bed of affliction for a long time, but, being under the benign influence of that love that can suffer long and is kind, she never lost her patience, one of the most beautiful Christian graces. In patience she possessed her soul. She leaves, to mourn her death, a devoted husband and one little boy in her childhood home, and two brothers and two sisters. Her body was buried at the Lindsey graveyard on September 15. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. Beautiful and appropriate songs that Hattie had selected for her funeral were sung by the Shultz brothers. A large concourse of sorrowing, sympathizing friends assembled.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, March 23, 1933, page 288.

Pope, James D.

Recently a very dark shadow has fallen over the family of our dear, departed friend and brother, James D. Pope. He had gone to Florida to engage in business. Sister Pope was on the eve of her departure for Florida to be with her husband. Her son had gone to the station to purchase a ticket for her. In the meantime a telegram was received saying that James D. Pope had been suddenly killed in an auto-truck accident. He went to Florida, but he never returned. His body was brought back to Nashville, but his spirit returned to God who gave it. On December 27, after funeral services at the home of his son-in-law, Cecil Noel, we buried his body in Mount Olivet Cemetery. He was a robust, energetic, aggressive worker in all his undertakings. He earnestly strove for success, that he might serve his family, his friends, and humanity. He was a devoted husband; a kind, considerate, indulgent father. So far as I know, his integrity was never questioned nor his honesty impeached. Better still, he was a Christian gentleman, warmly interested in the work and worship of the church. While his dear wife and children sorrow for their loss, let them and all his friends and brethren sorrow in hope that their loss is his eternal gain. James D. Pope was born in Williamson County, Tenn., on April 11, 1859, where the greater part of his life was spent. In 1890 he married Miss Ninia Chisholm, daughter of our dearly beloved Brother L. C. Chisholm, who departed this life some years ago. Brother Pope had been a devoted, faithful member of the church of Christ for twenty-nine years. He died in Arcadia, Fla., on December 24, 1919. Of his immediate family, he leaves his wife; two sons, Louis and James; and his daughter, Mrs. Katherine Noel. He also has three sisters and two brothers who survive him. May the good Lord help us all to be ready to depart the shores of time and to have the comforting hope of eternal life in the sweet by and by.

James E. Scobey.

Gospel Advocate, February 5, 1920, page 139.

Pope, Woodrow Wilson

Woodrow Wilson Pope, born July 29, 1913 at Portland, Tenn., ended his earthly labors early in the morning of March 8, 1972 at his home in Milldale, Tenn.

He moved from Portland to Old Hickory, Tenn., in 1926 with his mother, brothers and sisters. There he, assisted by C. J. Garner, was baptized into the church of our Lord, in his youthful days. He graduated from high school and worked for E. I. DuPont De Nemours Company for several years. On July 3, 1936 he was united in marriage to Georgia Ellen Fisher, and later moved to Milldale, Tenn. To this union was born one daughter in 1946, Sheila Annette. He, after attending church services at Cross Plains, Tenn., where his wife and mother-in-law obeyed the gospel, later became a charter member of the new congregation at Orlinda, Tenn. There he and his family were in faithful attendance the rest of his life.

Woody, belovedly called by many of his near and dear friends, was efficiently diligent in serving the church in many ways. He served as a teacher, a song director and was readily available in any way needed. He was appointed deacon of that church about 1951, and modestly merited the respect of all the members and wide acquaintance of friends. His compensative sense of humor endeared him to one and all. His life was one of apparent happiness. He never allowed troubles or problems to cause discouragement or discontentment. In close association with him for thirty-six years, never once did I ever hear him utter a shady joke.

He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, and especially those in his surrounding neighborhood who, for a long time, will testify that nothing but good was ever spoken of him.

He is survived by his wife, daughter, mother-in-law, three brothersB. M. Pope of Chattanooga, Tenn. C. T. Pope of Orlinda, Tenn.., R. E. Pope, Old Hickory, Tenn., and sisters Mrs. G. Leslie Carver, Franklin, Ky. and Mrs. J. O. Templeton, Gallatin, Tenn.

G. Leslie Carver.

Gospel Advocate, April 6, 1972, page 222.

Porch, John

Brother John Porch was born Jan. 5, 1834, and departed this life March 4, 1893. He joined the church of Christ in 1879 or 1880. It seems useless now that he is gone to say how consistently he fulfilled every duty, but it may be some comfort to those who are left to know that he was known and appreciated. He had been in poor health for some time. A month or two before his death he was on Richland creek in this county, and said his wife was uneasy about the cough which he had had for some months, but that he was not. He said he would not be uneasy if he knew he had consumption; he had to die some time and was ready to go when the Master called. After he was gone it was so sad to think of all the comforting words we could have said to him on that trip. But we cannot talk to him any more here. Never here, forever there. We are so very sorry for his poor wife and children. But oh, what poor comfort that is. We know just how little they are thinking of her sympathy of other people; that it sounds like a discord in some mournful tune.

Mary E. Sandefur.

Gospel Advocate, April 20, 1893, page 253.

Porch, L. T.

L. T. Porch was born in Davidson county, Tenn., June 10, 1844 and died August 22, 1890. L. T. Porch was, better than all else I can say of him, a Christian gentleman, a tender sympathetic friend of humanity. During his Christian life he endeared himself to the people of all creeds and classes, and with them as with others who knew and loved him in Bakerville, his name will be cherished with affectionate remembrance. For many years he was an elder in the church of Christ, also an earnest worker in the Sunday-school cause, a work that was most congenial to the pure spirituality of his Christian character. His loss is inestimable in all the positions he so faithfully held. A friend of God and humanity, of the sick man in his mansion and the poor man by his humble fireside, what better eulogy could be pronounced upon my dear brother, what more could be said to complete the character of his well-rounded life?

For his loss I have but one consolation, if it please God I shall see him again, I shall see him freed from the shackles of his feeble, pained racked body, now cast aside like a worn-out garment and he standing amid the glories of Paradise clothed with the incorruptible in all its immortal strength and beauty. We will then together again in loving companionship, for in the city of God there is the tree of life and its leaves are for the healing of the nations.

This, my consolation, is the only balm I can offer to the wounded hearts of his wife and children, the only hope to cheer the desolate fireside to which was wedded the affections of the husband and father when on earth, I can fancy I hear him say to them and to me as the blessed Savior said to his sorrowing disciples when about to leave them, yet a little while and ye shall see me.

W. T. Porch., Bakerville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 18, 1891, page 169.

Porch, Margaret Goodnight

Margaret Goodnight Porch, born in Kentucky Jan. 22, 1808, was married to John H. Porch March 1830, obeyed the gospel in 1831. Moved to Indiana 1832, removed to Texas in 1876, and passed calmly peacefully over the river March 21, 1888, at the venerable age of 80 years. Sarah Margaret Porch her daughter, born in Indiana, September 29, 1837 at the age of 19 obeyed the gospel, married Henry Weddle August 24, 1871, moved to Texas in 1874 and died at Sherman July 22, 1888. Thus the dear old mother and her Christian daughter fell asleep in Jesus in the same year. No higher honour can be paid to their memory than is conveyed in the simple statement of the facts; they were true followers and friends of Jesus; they loved the Lord His cause and His people; were faithful and loyal to the truth; cherished good will and charity toward all, kept the faith, died rejoicing in the blessed hoped of the resurrection to the life-everlasting through the merits of Jesus, the crucified one. May all the dear ones gone before, and those left behind, meet around the throne of our God, and join in the heavenly music that gladdens the redeemed of every age and every clime.

W. T. Fulgham.

Gospel Advocate, November 28, 1888, page 14.

Porch, Matilda M.

Died at the residence of her son-in-law, A. W Scott, April 1st, 1887, our aged and much esteemed sister, Matilda M. Porch, wife of Wm. B. Porch. She was born Feb. 17, 1806, and obeyed the gospel under the preaching of the writer in September, 1867, and lived a consistent Christian till death. She has five sons and two daughters here, all members of the Bakerville congregation. Her seat was never vacant at church as long as she was able to get there. A short time before her death she requested the brethren and sisters to sing her favorite hymn, Amazing grace, and think of her. In the worship we greatly miss her on Lords day, but she has gone to her reward.

J. H. M.

Gospel Advocate, June 29, 1887, page 414.

Porch, Walter F.

Porch, Masten

Porch, William J.

One of the saddest homes that I have been in this year (1918) is the home of Brother and Sister T. M. Porch, of Trumbull, Texas, formerly of Bakerville, Tenn. These noble Christian parents in less than six weeks had to give up three sons who were in the bloom of manhood. They were taken down with the influenza and developed pneumonia, which caused their death. There is no better family in Trumbull than the Porch family. All are loved, honored and respected as good citizens and noble Christians. On October 17, 1918, Walter F. Porch died in Dallas. He left a wife and two children. Brother J. S. Dunn conducted the funeral at Ferris, where all are buried. Brother Porch was a good man and leaves a noble wife behind to care for the little ones. Walter was born in Tennessee on January 20, 1879, and was baptized at the age of fourteen years. Masten Porch was born on March 12, 1885, and died on November 24, 1918. He was baptized when quite young, but became dissatisfied and was baptized again after coming to Texas. William J. Porch was born on January 19, 1883, and died on November 27, 1918. He was baptized at the age of fourteen, with Masten, during a meeting held by Brother E. G. Sewell, in Tennessee. I was called upon to conduct the last two funeralsof Masten and William. These two boys, with their sister, Carrie, kept house, and a noble, sweet, Christian home it was. I have visited them often. They were so Christlike in their deportment. They were active in church work and as liberal givers as I ever saw to be in just ordinary circumstances. I heard several say in regard to William and Masten that two better boys could not be found in the country. They were, indeed, two noble, upright men in every respect and died true to God and the church. I was called to the bedside of William a few hours before he died, and he told me that he had tried to live a Christian life all along, but wanted to be sure that he was right with the church and God before he died. He asked me to bow down by his bedside and pray out loud for him. I did so, though it was the hardest prayer I ever tried to pray, as I was so filled with pain and sorrow. The room was a large one, and over in another corner lay Jennie Gould, a sister, very sick, and in another bed was Miss Carrie Porch, right at deaths door with pneumonia. Nurses were so hard to get that it was absolutely necessary to have them where one could take care of all. In the same town, at another house, one son was getting up from pneumonia, and the dear old blind, partially paralyzed father and the precious mother lay sick with the influenza, suffering and mourning over the loss of their sons. Out in the cemetery at Ferris there are three new-made graves side by side, and there rest three noble young men. Thanks be to God, they were Gods children. The dear old father said to me: Brother Nelson, I cant see, but I wish I could be carried to my dead boy and feel of him. O, how sad this remark made me! Sick and cannot go, blind and cannot see my dear boy that is dead! Brother W. T. Kidwill was with me at the funeral of William and prayed a beautiful prayer, after which I said that his boy, like the one gone on before, believed and obeyed the gospel and lived as a Christian ought, and then I told of the promises to such people as recorded in the Bible. I am sure that heaven is much sweeter to Brother and Sister Porch and the children, while earth is much sadder. May the lives of these young men become beacon lights to this noble family; and when they come to the beautiful gate, these sons will welcome, them, and then Brother Porch will see.

J. B. Nelson.

Gospel Advocate, January 23, 1919, page 87.

Porter, Anastasia Pope

Sister Anastasia Pope Porter was born at Burwood, Tenn., December 24, 1866; passed away May 5, 1942. She was the daughter of John Osborne and Frances Thompson Pope, of Williamson County. She was one of four children. John Thompson, Richard Campbell, and Georgia Davis Pope were her brothers and sisters. The only one surviving is Georgia, known as Mr. J. O. Shannon, of Franklin, Tenn. Early in life she was baptized at Beech Grove Church, near Spring Hill, Tenn. She was married to Charles Robert Porter on November 22, 1893. To this union were born Mary Frances, now Mrs. A. B. Parks, of Roanoke, Va.; Kathryn, now Mrs. H. N. Fowler, of Arlington, Va.; and Robert Charles, who married Margaret Montgomery. Her grandchildren are: Ann Kathryn and Robert Arnold Parks, Robert Chapman Fowler, and Roberta Marie Porter. No better woman ever lived than Sister Porter. She loved God and the church as few people do, and was busy all her life doing good deeds to make the world better and honor Christ. Her conversation was pure, Christlike, and elevating. She had a word of encouragement for all whom she met. By her example she preached the most lasting sermon, and it will live through time. The writer conducted the funeral in Washington, D. C., on May 7, in the presence of her family and many friends.

W. S. Long., Richmond, Va.

Gospel Advocate, October 22, 1942, page 1027.

Porter, B. T.

I was called to Black Oak, Ark., to conduct the funeral services of B. T. Porter, father of my two very close friends, W. Curtis and Lacy Porter, faithful gospel preachers. Another one of the sons, Reuben, also proclaims the word, but I had not met him before. Brother Porter was sixty-five years of age. The services were conducted in the meetinghouse where he first heard the gospel thirty-three years ago. Brother Curtis was too near this side of an attack of illness to be able to leave his parents home for the burial, where he was stricken several days before his fathers passing.

F. L. Paisley., Paragould, Ark., December 22.

Gospel Advocate, January 1, 1942, page 20.

Porter, Charles Robert

On April 30, 1924, at 1:30 A. M., the angel of death gently knocked at the door of the Porter home, 519 Fourteenth Street, N. E., Washington, D. C., to bear the righteous spirit of Charles Robert Porter to that home of unspeakable joy on high. Sister Porter loses, in his departure, the happy association of a brave, kind, tender-hearted, and affectionate husband; two daughters and one sweet little granddaughter, a devoted father; the Washington church, a good member; and a host of neighbors, a loyal friend. It was my good fortune to know Brother Porter for a number of years, and to be with him in his home life, his church life, and in the business world, and I can truthfully say that I have never known a better man. The spirit of Christ filled his life and adorned his daily walk with the graces of love, joy, peace, kindness, gentleness, sympathy, patience, honesty, and liberality. Funeral services were conducted here by the writer, and the body was then taken to Franklin, Tenn., for interment. Brother F. W. Smith concluded the services there, and loving and affectionate old friends gently laid his body to rest and covered the grave with the sweetest of flowers. How sweet to the Christian to go home! What joy and comfort the thought of his Christly life must be to his family! We weep not, as others which have no hope; but in our sorrow we have inexpressible joy, because we know he has exchanged the sufferings of this life for one of heavens brightest crowns. There we shall know him in the glorified state, where we shall all be clothed with new bodies fashioned like the glorious body of Christ our Lord.

W. S. Long.

Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1924, page 619.

Porter, Harvey

Harvey Porter, 69, died March 22 after concluding his Bible lesson. He walked to the back of the room and sat down, where he suffered a heart attack.

Porter, an associate minister for the West Erwin congregation in Tyler, Texas, for two and a half years, preached in Georgetown, Texas, for two years. He then moved to Albuquerque, where he preached for the then 30 members of the North San Pedro Church of Christ. Later that congregation became the Montgomery Boulevard Church of Christ and grew to more than 1,200 members.

Porter made 32 trips to the Holy Land where he photographed significant biblical sites and artifacts. He lectured about the subject seven or eight times a year. Porter also contributed articles to the Gospel Advocate.

Porter is survived by his wife, Sue; two daughters, Paula Hutton and Carla Williams; two sons, Joel and Sam; and seven grandchildren. Funeral services were March 25 at the Netherwood Park Church of Christ.

Albuquerque, N. M.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1998, page 45.

Porter, Josephine Wilson

Josephine Wilson Porter was born in Van Zandt County, Texas, on July 28, 1889, and died on February 3, 1926. She was married to J. C. Porter on May 8, 1917, and was a loving wife and mother. She was the daughter of Minor and Belle Wilson; granddaughter of Bennett and Nannie Flowers, of Van Zandt County; and great-granddaughter of Peter Kuykendall, a pioneer gospel preacher of Texas. She obeyed the gospel when quite young, and has always been a sweet, self-sacrificing, Christian daughter, wife, and mother. Funeral services were conducted by Elder Basset, of El Paso, and her body was laid to rest in the Evergreen Cemetery at El Paso. Her mother, father, husband, two children, four sisters, three brothers, and a host of relatives and friends are left to mourn our loss, which seems almost too much to bear; but we have the blessed consolation that we may again meet our darling Josephine in the land that is fairer than day.

Mr. and Mrs. Minor Wilson.

Gospel Advocate, July 8, 1926, page 645.

Porter, Laura

Mrs. Laura Porter, formerly Laura Privett, was born in New Albany, Miss., May 12, 1875; departed this life March 31, 1944. In 1894 she was married to Benjamin T. Porter. To this union nine children were bornfour sons and five daughters. Four of the daughters have preceded her in death. Her husband also passed away more than two years ago. The surviving children are: Kyle Porter, Reuben Porter, Mrs. Lola Whitaker, all of the Mangrum community, near Caraway, Ark.; W. Curtis Porter, of Monette, Ark.; and E. Lacy Porter, of Cassville, Mo. Three of the sonsCurtis, Lacy, and Reubenare gospel ministers. She leaves also six grandchildren, one brother, and a number of nephews and nieces, together with a host of friends who loved her dearly and who weep at her passing. She was baptized into Christ by F.M Strickland in August, 1911. Perfection is not claimed for her. She was human and made mistakes, but she was a good and kind mother and had great love for the church She found great delight in attending church services and talked much in her daily conversation of things that pertained to its work. The funeral service was held at the Mangrum Church, near Caraway, Ark., Sunday afternoon, April 2. Her body was laid to rest in the Mangrum Cemetery. People attended from both Arkansas and Missouri and from various towns and communities too numerous to mention. May the entire family find comfort in the promises of God and look forward to meeting her in that land where all tears will be wiped from their eyes. The writer spoke to the bereaved family and friends at the funeral service.

Gussie Lambert.

Gospel Advocate, April 20, 1944, page 279.

Porter, R. R. (Rue)

R. R. Rue Porter, veteran Ozark evangelist, debater, writer, editor, was laid to rest here today after a memorial service in the last new chapel where he attended a dedication service recently in his home city of thirty-nine years residence. He died early August 25 in a rest home near Joplin.

Don Deffenbaugh and Sterl Watson officiated. Brother Watson, a protg of Rue Porter along with scores of preachers praised his sacrificial and dedication to gospel preaching, teaching, debating, and writing. Watson said that Rue porter preached in forty-six states, baptized 10,000 into Christ, and that during the Depression was not a drop-out from continuous preaching, for when there was not a dollar offered or paid he preached with the same enthusiasm and full devotion as when given remuneration. All his surviving family was present, Mrs. Nancy Porter, his widow; T. Coy Porter, preacher of Nashville, Tenn.; Dr. Vonne Porter, Dean of Southern College of Optometry, Memphis, and his only daughter Mrs. Noline Ricketts of Kansas City.

T. Coy Porter said of his father, Two things must be remembered about Rue Porter, his absolute and exclusive devotion to preaching of the gospel, and his unvarying habit of saying something good about every man, friend of foe, colleague, or detractor. Brother Watson said, Rue Porter never tauted himself as a great defender of the faith, always pointing out his and our dependence on Christ being our Defender and Savior, and the need of every man to know he is a sinner in the sight of God. The Christian Worker of Wichita, Kansas, of which Brother Porter was editor twelve years and a writer for more than forty years, will publish tributes September 7.

Omar L. Bixler.

Gospel Advocate, September 14, 1967, page 591.

Posey, Curtis Wilson

Curtis Wilson Posey died Jan. 29 in the Fayette Medical Center.

Posey was born April 3, 1919, in Franklin County, to Williams Edmond and Irene Vensen Smelser Posey.

He earned a bachelors degree from then David Lipscomb College in Nashville, Tenn., and a masters degree and Ed.S from Peabody College in Nashville.

He was baptized at the age of 13 and gave his first formal lesson at age 17 at his home congregation. He preached for several small congregations while attending Harding University in Searcy, Ark. While at Lipscomb, he would to Kentucky and preach for congregations on weekends.

After school, he moved to Kentucky to preach regularly at Owensboro where he met his wife, Mary Rose Owsley. They married in October 1942. They have one daughter and two sons.

Posey has served congregations in California, Massachusetts, Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama. His last few years were spent in Alabama. He was serving the Elm Church of Christ in Winfield at his death.

In addition to serving his congregations, Posey taught in public schools and did a daily radio program for more than 20 years.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Rose of Winfield; two sons, Curtis Wilson of Birmingham, Ala., and William Edmond of Winfield; one daughter, Marilynn Elizabeth McIntosh of Shreveport, La.; four grandchildren, Stephanie Ann McIntosh, Lori Lynn Schuster, Nicholas Edmond Posey and Curtis Wilson; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Clarence of Florence, Ala.; and one sister, Lori Ada Culp of Little Rock, Ark.

Winfield, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1997, page 45.

Posey, J. H.

Posey, Henrietta Carpenter

Brother J. H. Posey was born on October 27, 1872, and died on February 2, 1904. He was married, in 1894, to Miss Henrietta Carpenter, who died on January 29, 1901. Brother and Sister Posey were baptized, by Brother R. O. Rogers, in 1895. Both were earnest, zealous Christians, and had no fears of death when called into the sleep in Jesus. Two children survive them. Those who mourn their death sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. In the mansions above we expect to meet Haydon and Etta again; and, with them and all the redeemed of earth, we will cast our crowns at Jesus feet and sing his praises forever. We humbly bow to his will and ask him to help us bear our loss, which is their eternal gain.

S. E. Carpenter.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1904, page 186.

Postlewait, Harry

Harry Postlewait, a preacher of the gospel suffered a fatal heart attack on Nov. 13, 1981, at the age of 72 years. The funeral was held in Cameron, W. Va., at the church building where he had labored for almost four years. The funeral was conducted by Edward T. Cooper with Kenneth Burton of Moundsville, W. Va., assisting. One hundred eighty-five were present to pay final tribute.

Brother Postlewait never tired in doing the Lords work. The night before his death he had been working with two in regard to their obeying God.

His wife, Jerri, has been a great companion in the cause of the Master. We extend to Jerri and his daughter, Twila, our deepest sympathy and love. His works do follow him.

Edward T. Cooper., 1595 Western Ave., Chillicothe, Ohio 45601.

Gospel Advocate, December 17, 1981, page 757.

Poston, Frank

On December 26, 1912, Brother Frank Poston breathed his last on this earth. He had been afflicted with paralysis for a little over two months, during which time he suffered a great deal. Brother Poston was a little over fifty years old, and had lived near here for the greater part of his life. His being postmaster here for some years placed him where most of the people became acquainted with him. He was loved by all who knew him, and Maury City has lost a good citizen. He leaves a wife and seven children to morn his loss and battle against the stern realities of life without his personal aid. The funeral was conducted at his home by the writer, and a large crowd was present to pay their last tribute to him in this life. He had been a member of the church for several years, and took great delight in going to worship, living uprightly, and helping others.

H. M. Phillips.

Gospel Advocate, March 13, 1913, page 257.

Poston, Wayne T.

Wayne T. Poston, who served as an elder of the church of Christ in Maury City, Tenn., for almost thirty years, passed from this life in the early morning hours of August 6, 1974. Funeral services were conducted August 7 by this writer and Johnny Polk. His life was shared with his wife Eddie Mae, who survives, for more than fifty-three years. In addition to his wife he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Branch, and Mrs. Carolyn Rhodes, eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Brother Poston was Judge of Crockett County for many years and served in this capacity with honor and distinction. He was a tower of strength in the church. He donated the property for the first preachers residence and also the property upon which the present meeting house stands. He was also a great friend and supporter of Christian education and particularly Freed-Hardeman College and Lubbock Christian College where his son-in-law serves as Dean of Students.

In the later years of his life he suffered from poor health, but if at all possible he attended the services of the church when men of weaker faith would not have done so. His passing was a great loss to the church and community. His good works causes him to still live in the hearts and lives of those who knew him and form a basis of hope for the crown of life promised those who are faithful to the Lord.

Leon Cole.

Gospel Advocate, August 29, 1974, page 558.

Poteet, Howard H.

Howard H. Poteet, the husband of Polly Poteet, and father of Howard G. Poteet, his only child, was laid to rest in the beautiful Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Orlando, Fla., December 6, 1975. He was a member of the Concord church of Christ.

Brother Poteet was born June 25, 1916, in Marshall County, Tenn. He was the son of Odie E. and Eula McKee Poteet of Marshall County, Tenn. He was baptized at the West Seventh Street church of Christ, Columbia, Tenn., by Leon C. Burnes in the summer of 1946.

The Poteets moved to Pensacola, Fla., several years ago and it was our pleasure to work with them in the church there. He was known as a Christian gentleman, highly respected and loved by all who knew him.

About twelve years ago he moved his family to Orlando, Fla., and later opened his own business. He was highly respected as a business executive and was known as a person who loved God, his family and lived a full Christian life. He and his good wife brought up their son in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, therefore he is now serving as a deacon and treasurer of the Concord Street church in Orlando. He is also a vice-president of one of the banks in Orlando.

Brother Poteet leaves to mourn his passing his wife Polly, his son Howard, Howards wife Betty and their two lovely girls, his mother Mrs. Eula Poteet of Lewisburg, Tenn. two brothers, Odie E., Jr. and Ewell E. of Lewisburg, Tenn.

Giving up Howard Poteet is one of the most heartrending experiences one may have who knew him as we did. May the Lord give us many more like him, is my humble prayer.

W. H. Dorriety.

Gospel Advocate, January 1, 1976, page 14.

Palmer, Roy V.

Roy V. Palmer, 86, died Dec. 23, 2004.

When only two American evangelists of the churches of Christ were permitted by Gen. D. Clay to enter the U.S. occupation zone of Germany, Palmer arrived along with Otis Gatewood on June 6, 1947.

Palmer pioneered the work in Germany with realistic vision. From 1947-51 and 1953-55, he reflected to German nationals his great trust that the Bible way to evangelize ensures lasting and stable results. He refrained from high-powered promotionalism and sensationalism that unfortunately sometimes characterized our mission efforts. With his academic credentials and insights, he believed strongly that it was not enough to get people into the water, but that the future of any sound work rests on Pauls principle in 2 Timothy 2:2: And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also (NKJV).

He took part in a very practical way the distribution of food and clothing to the needy German population and was involved in the boys home, taking care of a dozen or more young men living in a bombed-out airport, but his main emphasis was on training young men to be preachers of the gospel.

These persons in Germany at a very young age sat at the feet (Acts 22:3) of Palmer and in a very convincing and long-remembered way heard from him the plea of restoring New Testament Christianity.

Brother Roy V. Palmer was a great example to us. We promise to earnestly contend for the faith once and for all delivered to the saints as he did.

We love him beyond death in the hope of the common eternal home.

Gottfried Reichel., Grafrath, Germany.

Gospel Advocate, February, 2005, page 41.

Paseur, Thomas Marvin

Thomas Marvin Paseur died May 25 at the age of 76.

A native of Madison County, Ala., he was a faithful Christian for 58 years. He served as a deacon, elder and Bible class teacher in congregations he attended. He was a member of the Central Church of Christ in Rainsville, Ala.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jean; two sons, Dr. M. Ray Paseur and James G. Paseur; and three grandchildren.

Birmingham, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, July, 2004, page 41.

Passmore, Susie

Died, near Grapeland, Texas, Dec. 20, 1896, Miss Susie Passmore, daughter of Sister Betty, wife of Elder John F. Brill. Miss Sue obeyed the gospel in her teens, and lived a consistent Christian until the time of her death, at about the age of twenty-one. She was loved by all who knew her, and leaves a mother, stepfather, three sisters, one brother, a half-brother, and many friends to mourn her death (her father and oldest brother having passed on before); but we mourn not as those who have no hope. So we say to the bereft: Grieve not, but strive to so live that you may meet her in that better world.

Gospel Advocate, April 29, 1897, page 272.

Perry, Bert M.

Bert M. Perry, 82, died July 7 after complications from open-heart surgery on April 25.

Perry received a degree in Bible from Abilene Christian College and later received a masters degree from Harding Graduate School of Religion. He devoted his life to missions, working in India, the Philippines, and Peru. Perry also ministered to congregations in Texas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana. He was a member of the Court Drive Church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Margie Perry of Palestine; his daughters, Judy Drewett of Palestine, Mary Jane Hall of Beavercreek, Ohio, Donna Howard of Xenia, Ohio, and Linda Sue Perry of Gunter, Texas; his son, Richard Perry of Fairhope, Ala.; his sisters, Betty Jo Corcoran of Metairie, La., and Isabella Seeley of Albuquerque, N. M.; his brother, F. M. Perry of Franklin, Tenn.; 12 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Burial was July 11 at Roselawn Park.

Palestine, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2005, page 41.

Pippin, Julia Ella

One by one we are crossing over the river to join that innumerable company and live in the heavenly country forever. On February 24, 1916, Julia Ella Pippin was called to that better land. Julia was the oldest daughter of W. S. and Margaret Jackson, and was born on September 22, 1888, near Gainesboro, Jackson County, Tenn. She obeyed the gospel in September, 1906, under the preaching of Brother Byrd S. Goolsby, at Philadelphia congregation, in Jackson County. She was married to Joe Pippin on September 26, 1909. Soon after their marriage they moved to Park Hill, Okla. Julia was a sweet and dutiful child, a kind friend, a faithful wife, a good mother, and an earnest Christian. Those who knew her best sorrow not as those who have no hope, but feel that she made her calling and election sure. Besides her husband, parents, and sisters, to mourn her loss, she leaves four small children who will miss a mothers love. She was buried in Park Hill Cemetery on February 25; but her soul, triumphant through grace, lives forever with Jesus, whom she loved and served.

L. J. Jackson.

Gospel Advocate, May 18, 1916, page 506.

Porch, Nancy Alice

Nancy Alice Brown was born, on White Oak Creek, in Humphreys County, Tenn., on April 15, 1868; was married, to Ben Porch, on December 22, 1888; and died on July 26, 1904. She joined the Baptist Church at the age of seventeen years; but in 1902 she was baptized into the one body, and was true and faithful till the day of her death. She leaves a husband, a daughter, a father, a mother, and a large number of friends to mourn their loss. We trust she has gone to be with the redeemed of all the ages. The funeral services were conducted by me.

A. S. Derryberry., Waverly, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August 18, 1904, page 523.

Potter, C. C.

C. C. Potter, of Bowling Green, Ky., whose name has become a house word in connection with the Potter Orphan Home, passed to his reward Monday, October 22. The burial was Tuesday afternoon, October 23.

Brother and Sister Potter have been blessed, through their long lives, with remarkable health, and Brother Potter, although eighty-five years of age, showed little signs of breaking and was sick really little more than two weeks before his death.

Ben F. Taylor, resident evangelist of Twelfth Street Church, preached the funeral discourse, and was assisted in reading and prayer by F.L. Rowe and W. L. Karnes. The body was laid to rest in the old Potter burial ground, some distance from town, where most of the Potter family and the Hagermans are buried. The memory of this great character will live on.

The following biographical sketch is taken from the local paper:

Brother Potter was born at the old Potter home in the Trinity neighborhood of the county on October 21, 1849, and was a son of Lewis and Elizabeth Hagerman Potter. On October 15, 1879, he married Mrs. Mary J. Dunn Potter, who survives. Mr. Potter was the last member of a family of thirteen children.

Mr. and Mrs. Potter established and built the Potter Bible College, on the Nashville road near the city, in 1901, and financed the school until 1913, conducting it for the benefit of young people, many of whom would have been denied the advantages of an education but for the presence of the institution.

In 1914 the buildings were converted into an orphanage, and the property has been used for that purpose since. The Potter home and surrounding grounds opposite the school property were turned over to the Potter Orphan Home Permanent Endowment, and the church of Christ also supplied about $10,000 to the permanent endowment fund, which is used for maintenance of the orphanage. About three years ago Mr. and Mrs. Potter made a contribution of $15,000 to the endowment fund.

Mr. Potter was prominent in the affairs of the Twelfth Street church of Christ, which he served as an elder. When the original building was erected, he gave the lot on which the church stands, and was the principal donor to the fund with which the construction was financed.

The floral decorations were many and beautiful. The tribute from the Twelfth Street Church was a large floral blanket over the casket. The orphans sent in a beautiful floral piece, and the directors of the home also had an immense white wreath, and other offerings were elaborate and beautiful.

Gospel Advocate, December 13, 1934, page 1207.

Potter, P. G.

When death came and claimed Brother P. G. Potter, a useful man quit the walks of men. He was born on September 27, 1842, and died on March 16, 1924. He was a member of a family of fourteen children, only one of whom survives. He was first married to Miss Melvina Webb on May 9, 1865, and to this union six children were born, and only one remains to bear the nameBrother Clyde Potter. Five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren survive. His first wife died on March 2, 1911. On July 8, 1913, he was married to Miss Sue Frugitt, of Woodbury, Tenn., who survives him. During the greater part of his early life Brother Potter was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church; but about the year 1881, by a careful study of the Bible, he was led to believe that he could be a Christian without being a Baptist, whereupon he left the Baptist Church and lived a faithful Christian the remainder of his life. Brother Potter was engaged in the mercantile business more than forty years, after which he lived on the farm. He was a good man and a very useful citizen. He was called upon to preach many funerals and to write deeds and wills, and assisted in bringing about peace and harmony among those who had difficulties in the community in which he lived. He was truly a great man in the church. He could preach a good sermon, lead songs, and pray a good prayer. He would take care of the preacher in his hospitable home during the protracted meetings, and before each service he would stand at the door of the meetinghouse and shake hands with the people as they went in. It was his custom, after breakfast, to read with his family a chapter in the Bible, which was a good introduction for the duties of the day. In meeting his

friends, he would greet them with a pleasant smile upon his splendid face. It was always his hearts desire to talk about Christ and Christianity. The funeral services were conducted at his home congregation at Dibrell, in Warren County, Tenn., by J. Paul Slayden, Price Billingsley, and F. C. Sowell, in the presence of a large gathering of friends who loved him.

F. C. Sowell.

Gospel Advocate, February 19, 1925, page 187.

Potter, Susie

Died, on the 10th ultimo, Sister Susie (Moffitt) Potter, wife of R. S. Potter, of this place. Every death is a warning to the living to watch and be ready. Sister Potter was thirty-six years old, one-third of which was wedded life, and one-half she spent in the kingdom of Christ. She was the mother of five living children, the oldest in his twelfth, and the youngest in his second year. It seemed to me that the greater portion of the time was spent in denying herself and blessing others. She loved to read the Bible and religious books and papers and talk about them and attend on all the church services. A visit and a conversation seemed to her lean and defective if it failed to embrace these topics. I think I was never there long without her introducing these things if I failed to do so. O how I miss her, and how much more sorely does her husband miss her! While she desired to remain and bless husband, children, and others, she said she was ready to die, and bade us all farewell, one by one, and exhorted us to meet her in heaven, and exhorted her physician to become a Christian. May God help us all to ever remember and heed her admonitions and lead better lives, to imitate her virtues, but not her faults, although they now seem so small and few to us.

W. G. C., McMinnville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June 25, 1896, page 413.

Potts, C. F.

Brother C. F. Potts was not only a soldier of his country, but also a soldier of the cross. He was born near Conyersville, Henry County, Tenn., on August 7, 1841. Here he grew to manhood amid the trials and hardships incident to farm country life. In May, 1861, he enlisted in the fifth Tennessee Infantry, and as a brave and faithful soldier he served the South until the fall of 1864, at which time he was wounded in the battle of Resaca, Ga., and was honorably discharged. He was married to Miss Mattie Coursey on April 30, 1865. To this union were born three childrenMrs. Ettie Martin, who still survives him, and C. W. and F. L. Potts, deceased. On January 28, 1874, his wife died. In 1867 he became a member of the church of Christ at Blood River. On September 15, 1878, he was again married, this time to Mrs. Martha McFarland Coursey. To this union there were born two childrenBonnie W. Potts and Mrs. Nomie Barton. He died on September 11, 1914. He leaves one brother (W. V. Potts), three children, a wife, and nine grandchildren, with a host of other relatives and many friends, to mourn their loss. He was a brave soldier, a devoted husband, a kind and loving father, and a faithful Christian. He was buried at Conyersville. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, and quite a patriotic and sympathetic talk was made by Dr. S. H. Caldwell, a comrade of Brother Potts.

W. E. Morgan.

Gospel Advocate, October 15, 1914, page 1091.

Potts, J. H.

Brother J. H. Potts was born in Rutherford County, Tenn., on February 3, 1836. Being left fatherless at the age of eight years, he bore the responsibility of a family from his early days. He was married on July 18, 1858, to Mrs. Frailey. To this union were born six childrenthree boys and three girlsall of whom, save one son who died in Texas, survive him. He obeyed the gospel in 1886, under the preaching of Brother W. B. Wright, and lived a faithful Christian till the day of his death. He was a member of the Guthrie congregation. He was strictly opposed to all additions to the worship of God, and often spoke of the divisions being caused by modern innovations. His home was the preachers welcome abiding place. As a husband, he was faithful and ever interested in the welfare of his wife; and even after a cure was realized by himself as being impossible, he arranged for her comfort after he should be called away. Cancer of the jaw and mouth was the immediate cause of his death. I made my home with him during the winter, and have often heard him express a willingness to go. Just before he died he called me to his side and said: Brother Ritchie, my dear boy, I am going to leave you now; meet me in heaven. And after giving instructions as to his burial, he seemed to sink rapidly till Lords-day morning, February 18, 1906, when his spirit left the moldering clay. The funeral services were held at the church of Christ by Brother J. C. McQuiddy assisted by Brother R. V. Cawthon and the writer. His remains were interred at Whites Chapel.

Andy T. Ritchie.

Gospel Advocate, March 29, 1906, page 203.

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Potts, Jane F. Terry

Jane F. Terry, daughter of J. W. and Harriet Terry, was born January 26, 1851, in Putnam County, Tenn., near Cookeville. Of this family of six, only one brother, Roland Terry, survives. In young womanhood she obeyed the gospel under the preaching of William Kuykendall. She was married to John Lewis Potts, December 23, 1873. To this union were born eight daughters and one son. In the year 1892 she, with her husband and children, moved from White County, Tenn., to Chillicothe, Hardeman County, Texas, where she lived until March 9, 1940, when, at the age of eighty-nine years, she laid down lifes burdens to join those who have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. The husband and three daughters preceded her in death. Surviving are nine great-grandchildren, fourteen grandchildren, the son (J. Luther Potts, Chillicothe, Texas), and five daughters (Mrs. Arra Page, Vernon, Texas; Mrs. Annie Hunter, Quanah, Texas; Mrs. Jennie Crowe, Olustee, Okla.; Mrs. Cora Pachman, Chillicothe, Texas; and Mrs. Mattie Campbell, Canyon, Texas). Mother loved life, her home, relatives, and friends, which were many, as manifested by the immense floral offerings. She was happiest when attending the services of the church. While we are sad and lonely, the assurance that if we live faithful we shall meet our dear mother is comforting.

Mrs. E. B. Page., Daughter.

Gospel Advocate, June 13, 1940, page 574.

Potts, J. Matt

J. Matt Potts was born on January 12, 1862, and died at his home, near Belleview, Tenn., on April 26, 1914. He was married to Miss Sallie E. Skelley on November 1, 1882. He became a member of the church of Christ under the preaching of Brother M. S. Buford (deceased) in the fall of 1903. The death of Brother Potts is an irreparable loss to many friends and the Christian cause at Pasquo, where he has manifested a great desire to do Gods will and to lead others in the footsteps of our Master. He loved the church and was always most faithful in attendance. Brother Potts leaves a wife and three children, an aged father and mother, a sister and brothers, to mourn their great loss. Death, from the standpoint of those left behind, does carry a sting; yet, beautiful and touching as are our tributes of affection, are we not too often blindly selfish in our griefs? Death is only going out of the house we have lived in, and often means a glad release from pain and sorrow; so why selfishly repine for the soul which has entered into the joy of its Lord? He had finished his work and it was Gods will that he should go. Our beloved one has but gone before and daily will his presence be with us. There is no death to the Christian.

S. F. Morrow.

Gospel Advocate, June 18, 1914, page 686.

Potts, Mattie E.

On Feb. 23, 1891, the spirit of Mrs. Mattie E. Potts winged its flight from this world of sorrow and pain. For many weeks she was confined to her bed, yet never a murmur escaped her lips. As long as she had strength and will she welcomed the friends and relatives that visited her and was remarkably cheerful. She was born in Rutherford county, the 8th of June 1863; was married to Joseph Potts Dec. 11, 1878. She was the mother of four children, three of whom survive her, two boys and a girl. Her faithful husband was at her side day and night ministering to her, but human hands could not rescue her from the destroyer, consumption. She was the daughter of D. V. and Mary Putman. In 1882 she was immersed by Bro. B. C. Young and united with the Rock Spring Christian church, of which she remained a member till her death. We sympathize deeply with the bereaved husband and children, but he is a follower of Christ and can take everything to God in prayer. He doeth all things well and he will give freely of his healing grace and love, so be comforted, and sorrow not as those who have no hope. Little children, try to do your duty, so you may in that better land meet mamma. A large number of relatives and friends saw her laid to rest. Though the day was dreary and cold, many beautiful flowers were placed upon her grave. The Lord giveth, the Lord taketh away, blessed by the name of the Lord.

M. C. G., Nolensville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1891, page 187.

Potts, Wiley

Bro. Wiley Potts was born May 25, 1832, in Henry Co., Tenn., and died Feb. 5, 1893. He was twice married and leaves a widow, eight children and five step-children, besides a host of friends and relatives to mourn their loss. Bro. Potts was pre-eminently a good man. He had no enemies. While he did not call himself a preacher, he labored much in word and doctrine in his community, and contributed greatly to establish the church and build up the cause of Christ where he lived. Every one had full confidence in his Christianity. He did more to build Mt. Vernon church, near McConnell, Tenn., than any one else. He first joined the Methodist church, but afterwards cut loose from them to follow the Bible unmixed with human creeds. He was a man of strong convictions and was therefore, equal to the emergency. Having put his hand to the plow he never looked back. He was consecrated to the service of the Savior, and was truly a good man. We would say to the dear sister and children left here, be faithful in our service and trust to the blessed Savior and you will join him by-and-by in the land of the redeemed of the Lord. He was ready and willing to die, and prayed to die easy. This was granted him, and he passed away without a struggle. He just fell asleep in Jesus. May the Lord bless and comfort the bereaved family is my sincere prayer.

E. C. L. Denton.

Gospel Advocate, March 16, 1893, page 172.

Potts, Wiley

Bro. Wiley Potts was born May 25, 1832, in Henry Co., Tenn., and died Feb. 5, 1893. He was twice married and leaves a widow with eight children and five step-children, besides a host of friends and relatives to mourn their loss. Bro. Potts was pre-eminently a good man. While he did not call himself a preacher, he labored much in word and doctrine in his community, and contributed greatly to establish the church, and build up the cause of Christ, where he lived. Every one had full confidence in his Christianity. He had no enemies. He did more to build up the church at Mt. Vernon, near McConnell, Tenn., than any one else. He first joined the Methodist church, but after living with them twelve years, having learned the way of the Lord more perfectly, he cut loose from them to follow the Bible, unmixed with human creeds. He was a kind and affectionate husband and father and a devoted Christian. He will long live in the memories of the people where he resided as a true man of God. Bro. Brown Godwin held a funeral service to his memory at Walnut Grove cemetery, where his remains were laid away to rest till the resurrection morn. He sleeps in Jesus, and will awake to eternal life when the trump of God sounds to call the saints from death to life. May the dear Savior whom he loved so well and served so faithfully, comfort the grief-stricken wife and family in this sore trial, and cheer them with the hope of meeting in heaven.

E. C. L. Denton.

Gospel Advocate, March 30, 1893, page 203.

Powell, Charity A.

Please permit me to record the death of sister Charity A. Powell. She was born in Uaka county, N. C., March 3, 1803. At the age of eighteen joined the Missionary Baptist church. In the year 1842 she with her husband moved to Tennessee. There being no Missionary Baptist church near, she deposited her letter with the Primitive Baptists, remained with them until a Missionary Baptist church was established at Cottage Grove, then she again identified herself with that body. Lived a consistent member of that body until about ten years ago, when she took membership with the church of Christ at Bethany, remained a consistent member of the same until the day of her death, which occurred August 2, 1888aged 85 years, 4 months and 29 days. The writer visited sister Powell a short time before her death, she talked pleasantly of her future prospects.

She has passed beyond the shadows, never to meet us again, but we may meet her again in the bright beyond where the blight of sorrow never chills the heart and where parting will be no more.

W. H. Utley.

Gospel Advocate, August 29, 1888, page 15.

Powell, Florence

The grim destroyer, Death, has again come into my home and claimed for his victim my precious wife, Florence. She was born in Williamson County, Tenn., on June 26, 1873; was married to the writer on January 6, 1897; and was called to her heavenly home on June 23, 1920. She died of that dread disease, cancer. During the last three months of her life she suffered intensely. She was a consistent member of the church of Christ for a number of years. She loved to go to church; and when she could no longer attend the services, she would have the writer sit by her bedside and read to her the old story of Jesus and his love. Besides her husband, she leaves three children and one sister to mourn her loss. I pray that we may all so live that we can meet her again, some sweet day, where there will be no more sad separations. Funeral services were conducted by Brother R. V. Cawthon, after which she was laid to rest in the Suggs Creek cemetery. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; for their works follow with them.

J. W. Powell.

Gospel Advocate, August 19, 1920, page 820.

Powell, H. A.

Brother H. A. Powell, of Corydon, Ky., died on June 4, 1903. He was born near Corydon on May 3, 1818, and with little exception lived in the neighborhood of his nativity all the years of his useful life. At that time there were but few schools in that part of the State, and in early life he had few opportunities to acquire even a common school education. He made the best use he could of the educational advantages offered, and by study and contact with the outside world he became an intelligent man. He highly appreciated knowledge and was ever ready to encourage schools, and he gave his children ample opportunities to become well educated. Brother Powell developed good business capacities and won the confidence and esteem of many business men, regardless of differences of political and religious opinions. He was a man of sound judgment, of quiet demeanor, unassuming, a lover of peace, and a peacemaker. Brother Powell was a kind and good husband, an indulgent and affectionate father. His children had for him the highest regard, and they rise up and call him blessed. In his early manhood he obeyed the gospel of Christ, and stood identified with the first congregation of Christians ever organized at Corydon, and soon became one of its leading members and pillar of the church. In after years he was requested to act as an elder, and willingly accepted the obligations and responsibilities pertaining to the office. He was ever ready to spend his time and money for the good of the church, and he was always happy when prosperity came to the congregation. He was not only a cheerful giver, but also the most liberal giver to church work that the writer ever knew. Brother Powell fully understood and appreciated the plea of the fathers for Christian union upon the Bible and the Bible alone. He was opposed to all innovations in church work and worship, and held himself aloof from them. When the dark wave of innovation swept over the fair land of Kentucky and its muddy waters overwhelmed the congregation for which he had prayed, labored, and sacrificed, he was virtually shut out from the enjoyments and privileges that arise from the worship of God by Christians in their congregational capacity. Brother Powell had strong faith in the blessed Redeemer and full confidence in the great and precious promises of the gospel. He had many times expressed his readiness to depart and be with Christ. Our sympathies are with Sister Powell and the other members of the family in their sad bereavement; but we rejoice to know that they sorrow not as those who have no hope. My prayer is that we all, when we come to die, may be able, through grace, to possess such courage, calmness, and trust as attended our dear brother when about to pass through the dark valley and shadow of death.

T. C. Hart., Weatherford, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, July 23, 1903, page 474.

Powell, J. W.

On Friday, November 29, 1912, death relieved Brother J. W. Powell of all his earthly pains. Brother Powell was born in North Carolina on November 24, 1838, and moved to Tennessee when he was only four years of age. He obeyed the gospel in early life and became a member of Bethany congregation, near Cottage Grove, Tenn., where he remained a faithful member until about six years ago, when his health failed him. In 1869 Brother Powell was married to Elizabeth Lafon, and to this union three children were bornone girl and two boys. In 1883 he was married to May Kemp, and to this union there were three children bornone girl and two boys. The two girls have crossed over the valley and shadow of death. Brother Powell leaves his second wife and four boys to mourn his death. It has been my pleasure to know Brother Powell for something like twenty years, while it was never my pleasure to be in his home until I was called there to conduct his funeral services. He was a man of fine reasoning powers and exercised good judgment and precaution in his life and words. He was kind and gentle and always wanted to make people feel pleasant when in his company. While we mourn his death, yet we reckon that the sufferings of this present life are not to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed on the other side, where there will be no sickness, pains, death, nor sad farewells.

L. A. Winstead., Latham, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 3, 1913, page 330.

Powell, John W.

Bro. John W. Powell was born December 17, 1838 and died March 5, 1888, having been a member of the church about fourteen years and an elder of the church at Glensville, Adair county, Kentucky, near his home. He died in Columbia, Adair county where he had moved to educate his children. He leaves a wife and five children, three girls and two boys to weep after him. The church has lost one of its best members and the poor man one of his best friends.

Robert Kirby.

Gospel Advocate, June 13, 1888, page 14.

Powell, M. L.

At 12:40 P.M., October 17, 1918, the spirit of M. L. Powell, of Strayhorn, Miss., left its house of clay and crossed over into the great unknown. Brother Powell was forty-eight years old when he died. He was one of the first members of the Crockett congregation, and when the congregation was organized he was made a deacon. He read and believed the Bible. The writer was with him when the end came. He called around his bed his family and admonished each member to take the Bible as a guide through life. He then called for the Negroes that worked for him and gave them the same admonition. In his death the community has lost a splendid citizen; the church, a faithful member; his wife, a devoted husband; and his children, a kind father. Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.

J. P. Lowrey.

Gospel Advocate, July 24, 1919, page 718.

Powell, Ora

Near midnight on January 12, 1978, a saintly and serene spirit took its leave from an aged and frail tabernacle of clay. Sister Ora Powell of Gladeville, Tenn., slipped quietly into eternity surrounded by her dedicated and devoted family at the family home located just a few miles east of Nashville. She died at the age of fourscore and six. Her funeral was conducted at Lebanon, Tenn., on January 14, 1978, by Malcom George and this writer. Both of us at one time had preached locally where Sister Powell held membership. Brother George read many appropriate scriptures and offered many comforting remarks to the family. My remarks were based upon Genesis 25:8.

After the death of her first husband she was married to Jim Powell in 1922. At the time she was the widowed mother of three daughters and one son. She became mother to the children that Brother Jim had by his first wife who had died some time before. To Jim and Ora Powell there was born James Wesley Powell. Surviving her are two sons, Ed Blank and James Wesley Powell, one stepson, Vernor Powell, three daughters, Mrs. Katherine Davis, Mrs. Frances Smith and Mrs. Helen Martin, a brother, Roy Mires, a sister, Mrs. Farrah Powell and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, March 30, 1978, page 207.

Powell, Rebecca

Sister Rebecca Powell was born August 11, 1871, passed away May 28, 1963, at the age of 92. Sister Powell was a member of the church for seventy-seven years, having been baptized when she was fifteen years of age. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Jim Waid of Fayette County, but was baptized by John Gurganus, an elder of the church then known as the Lettered Lane church, now the Whitson Place church, in Tuscaloosa County, Ala. Sister Powell and her husband, the late Charlie Powell, have kept more preachers in their home than any other couple anywhere in this area. Their home was a symbol of Old Fashion Southern Hospitality. They did not forget to entertain strangers. (Heb. 13:2.) They used hospitality without grudging. (1 Pet. 4:9.) Sister Powell was the mother of ten children, nine of them still living. She had thirty-seven grandchildren, ninety-one great grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. All of her children are members of the church of the Lord. Harold Walton, minister of the Parrish church of Christ, delivered the funeral address at Central church in Walker County, Ala., and the body was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. A great audience attended the funeral out of respect for one whom they had loved and respected all their lives.

Gus Nichols.

Gospel Advocate, July 18, 1963, page 463.

Powell, Sallie

Aunt Sallie Powell, as she was familiarly called, was born in North Carolina in the year 1807; died at her home near Globe, Marshall County, Tenn., on the 4th of April, 1896, aged nearly ninety years. She came to Tennessee with her parents in the year 1816; obeyed her Savior in the year 1821, when she was only fourteen years of age, and for a period of seventy-five years she was a faithful follower of Christ. Her children are nearly all member of the church of Christ; and, while they feel deeply the loss of a loving mother, they sorrow not as those who have no hope of meeting her again where death and sorrowing can never come. Mother Powell had been afflicted for several years, a patient, Christian sufferer, looking with joyous hope to her departure to be with Christ and the loved ones who have gone on before. When she realized that her time on earth was drawing to a close, she expressed to the writer her confidence in the Lord, and her readiness to go hence and be at rest. Sister Powell was a member of the church of Christ at old Wilson Hill for more than fifty years. Possessed of a strong constitution and a cheerful temperament, she lived to vigorous and happy old age. Her life was marked for its piety and the firmness of her convictions of duty. She was truly a mother in Israel. To her children, many relatives, and friends who linger behind, we say, Sorrow not for the departed; her work is done; she has gone to her rest. Walk in her footsteps, that you may hope to see her where there will be no more death. I pray the blessings of God upon the bereaved ones.

J. H. Morton., Berlin, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, May 28, 1896, page 351.

Powers, Carl, Sr.

Carl Powers Sr., passed from this life October 1, 1968, at the age of 67. Brother Powers was born in Tennyson, Ind., and had lived the last several years in Evansville, Ind.

Brother Powers was married to Rosemary Vernon, on September 3, 1932. To this union three children were born, two sons, Carl Powers Jr., and Jerry V. One daughter, June Powers Ubelhor. All are now living in Evansville, Indiana.

Brother Powers served for almost the last twenty years as an elder of the Bellemeade congregation in Evansville. He was truly a devoted and beloved man. We think one of the highest tributes that could be paid Brothers Powers is to say he died as he lived, engaged in the Lords work, having spent the evening calling on some of the members, his usual Tuesday evening activity.

Funeral services were conducted in the Bellemeade church building by Ron McIndoo, October 5. Brother Powers will be greatly missed.

Ron McIndoo.

Gospel Advocate, October 31, 1968, page 703.

Powers, Mary Nell

Mary Nell Hardeman Powers, the daughter of Nicholas Brodie and Joanna Tabler Hardeman, died May 3 in Memphis, Tenn.

She served as an educator for 25 years, including the time she spent as the first principal of Memphis Christian School, now Harding Academy. Mrs. Powers was active in community affairs, as an author and speaker, and as wife to Worth Powers and mother to their children, Joanne and Nick.

Memorial services were led by Cal Arguitt, W. B. West, Leon Barnes and Roger Johnson. Burial was at the family plot in Henderson, Tenn., and was led by Cal Arguitt and Alan Highers.

Gospel Advocate, September, 1991, page 27.

Poyner, Mrs. Milbrey

Our dear mother, Mrs. Milbrey Poyner, was born on February 11, 1844, and departed this life on March 13, 1929, having lived a long and useful life. She had lived a faithful Christian for more than sixty years. She used to take us, when very small children, a long distance to hear Philip S. Fall preach on Church Street, where the Vendome Building now stands, in Nashville, Tenn. She taught us from small children, by her example, to visit the sick and do all kinds of charitable acts. She has gone to her reward, which we feel is a great one. Brother James A. Allen, who had known her since he was a small child, assisted by his father, Brother J. G. Allen, said the last words of consolation over her remains, and then she was laid to rest in beautiful Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Mrs. Eudora Ross, Mrs. Joseph MacPherson.

Gospel Advocate, June 27, 1929, page 623.

Prater, Otto

Otto Prater lived a useful and full life. He was a deacon of the Madison church, Sunday school teacher, and active member of the committee who runs the Childrens home at Madison, head of the Library committee, and engaged in other active church work. Since his retirement from teaching he has served as president of the Tennessee Retired Teachers Association, and gave most of his time to church work and to serving his fellow retired teachers.

His passing was not only mourned by the grieved family, but by retired teachers and former students and church friends in many places. He is survived by Mrs. Prater, to whom he had been married for forty-nine years, a son, a daughter and two grandchildren. He was a graduate of Peabody College and had been a teacher for more than forty years. He had taught mathematics at Isaac Litton for over thirty years.

At Madison we shall always remember Brother Prater for having established our library and giving himself wholeheartedly in the work of the Lord. His son, Bob Prater, teaches our college class on Sunday morning and directs our annual lectureship for young people. He is a credit to the memory of his father and his devoted mother. Sister Prater serves as our librarian here and carried on the work faithfully which her husband began. Otto Prater loved the Gospel Advocate and read it many years. He had many friends among our readers and we honor his memory with this article today. (Picture included)

Ira North.

Gospel Advocate, January 14, 1965, page 31.

Pratt, Jane

Sister Jane Pratt departed this life Oct. 28, 1896, lacking a few months of being seventy years of age. In her girlhood days she obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which freed her from sin. Sister Pratt had many noble Christian traits. The writer, having been a frequent visitor to her home, has a right to known. Three motherless grandchildren were left in her charge, and when they were young death claimed her husband; yet she bravely struggled on, meeting every obstacle with a trusting heart. She was noted for her devotion to her family, and one of her noblest characteristics was that she always endeavored to speak kindly of every one. Several years before her death she was stricken with paralysis, which finally took her away. Her sufferings were intense. She realized that lifes journey was almost over, and the nearer the end drew the stronger she leaned upon the arm of her Savior, who led her through the valley and shadow of death.

Jennie C. MLean., Thompsons Station, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 1, 1897, page 199.

Prescott, Henry J.

Henry J. Prescott, a longtime resident of Frederick, Oklahoma, died in the Tillman Memorial Hospital in Frederick June 9, 1972. Funeral services were conducted two days later at the Oklahoma Chapel of the Dalton-McLellan Funeral Home in Frederick. Officiating at the services were Wayne Zuck of Grandfield, Oklahoma and O. B. Dunlap of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Interment was at the Frederick Memorial Cemetery.

Brother Prescott was born in Stevenville, Texas January 13, 1898, the son of George G. and Mary Gertrude Painter Prescott. He moved to Tillman County, Oklahoma in 1915. On July 30, 1922 he was married to Katie Ima Woodall in Frederick.

Survivors include his wife of almost fifty years; two sons, Hurston E. Prescott of Hurst, Texas, and Donald A. Prescott of Dallas, Texas; two daughters, Mrs. Lynn (Christine) James of Frederick, Oklahoma, and Mrs. Ross W. (Norma) Dye of Huntsville, Alabama; three sisters, Mrs. Minnie Johnson of Goodwell, Oklahoma, Mrs. Myrtle Rough of Oklahoma City, and Mrs. Maude Ezzell of Oklahoma City; one brother, Ode Prescott, of Stockdale, Texas; and twelve grandchildren.

For about thirty years Brother Prescott served as an elder of the church in Frederick, Oklahoma. He had a special love for gospel preachers, and many a preacher received particular encouragement from him. The late Horace W. Busby was especially beloved by Brother Prescott, and after Brother Busby became unable to continue holding meetings, Brother Prescott remembered him annually with a monetary gift as a token of his love for that great man of God. Many living preachers, including this writer, could tell of the help they received from Henry Prescott.

Brother Prescott was a man of great faith and genuine piety. His daughter, Norma, told me that she could not remember a day during all the years when she was at home when she failed to see her father read the Bible and pray. He and his faithful wife brought up their children in the Lord. His elder son is an elder in the church at Hurst, Texas. His younger son is a deacon in the Hawn Freeway congregation in Dallas, Texas. One son-in-law is a deacon in the church at Frederick, Oklahoma. The other son-in-law, this writer, is a gospel preacher. All of his grandchildren, except two who are too young, are faithful Christians, and some of them teach and preach. Both of his daughters-in-law are Bible teachers. Such a family cannot be reared accidentally, but a good man leaveth an inheritance to his childrens children. (Prov. 13:22.)

Having been in the family for twenty-seven years, I knew my father-in-law intimately, and I have never known a better man. Gods church has too few of the likes of Henry J. Prescott in her leadership. May the great God in whom he trusted give him a reward for every cup of cold water he so freely gave to his fellow travelers through time!

Ross W. Dye.

Gospel Advocate, July 20, 1972, page 457.

Presley, Martha Ann

Martha Ann Johnston, one of a family of some fourteen children, was born April 6, 1862, near Sardis, Henderson County, Tenn.; and departed this life August 2, 1945, at her home in bono, Ark. Married, in 1879, to Sam Smith, she became the mother of four children, all living. They are: Lee, Russellville, Ala.; Hillery, Jacksonville, Ark.; John, Jonesboro, Ark.; and Mrs. Mae Wadley, Red Bay, Ala. In 1892 , after the death of her husband, she became the companion of W. C. Presley, who survives her; and to this union two children were born: Minnie, who died in 1914; and Mrs. Robert Cherry, of Bono, Ark. Sister Presley also leaves behind one sister (Mrs. J. C. Duck, Parsons, Tenn.), twenty grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, and a multitude of friends and loved ones. She became a member of the church at Sardis, Tenn., in 1913, under the preaching of N. B. Hardeman. She moved with her family, to Arkansas in 1915, living there until death. She was ever faithful to God, a student of his word, a Christian mother, whose light of influence touched many a heart. She had been affectionately called the mother of the Bono congregation. In her quiet, unassuming way she lived a real neighbor, a homemaker, a Christian messenger. Services were conducted for her at the church building in Bono, August 3, by James E. Laird and this writer, and she was laid to rest in Trinity Cemetery.

L. O. Sanderson.

Gospel Advocate, November 1, 1945, page 615.

Presley, William Thomas

William Thomas Presley departed this life January 28, 1951. He was the son of Franklin and Marguerite Treadway Presley, natives of North Carolina. On April 3, 1887, he was married to Martha Adah Williams of Georgia, who when a child came to Van Buren County with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William H. Williams. She preceded him in death about three years. Brother Presley was a devoted member of the church of our Lord and worked faithfully in its behalf for over sixty years. The meetinghouse at Damascus, where the funeral was held, was erected on land which originally belonged to him. In early life he was a schoolteacher, but later his interest was turned to farming. He was well-read and took a keen interest in discussing the Bible and other religious books. He had during his life met a number of great gospel ministers, and he loved to think and talk of them. He was held in high regard by his friends and neighbors. Surviving him are three sons, Amos V. of Clinton, Ark., Eugene H. of Damascus, and James H. of Plumerille, Ark.; six daughters, Mrs. James F. Rorie, Conway, Mrs. J. D. Duke, Wasco, Calif., Mrs. Roy Norwood, Steele, Mo., Mrs. Charles Sams, Menifee, Ark., Mrs. J. H. Riggins and Mrs. Alvin Loyd of Miami, Ariz.; one brother, J. R. Presley, Greenbrier, Ark.; and twenty-four grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. The writer was called to Damascus on January 20 to comfort the sorrowing children and relatives.

B. G. Hogan.

Gospel Advocate, July 5, 1951, page 430.

Prestridge, Everett (Mr. & Mrs.)

On the evening of January 10, 1965, Brother and Sister Everett Prestridge lost their lives in a head-on collision on Highway 64 west of Pulaski, Tenn. They were returning from Lawrence County where Brother Prestridge had preached on Sunday for the Flatwoods church of Christ. The Prestridge car was met head on by a car occupied with three young men. One of the young men was killed and the other two were seriously injured. Sister Prestridge died instantly and Brother Prestridge lived for about two hours and died in Vanderbilt Hospital.

Everett Prestridge has worked in Pulaski as a barber for many years and preached on Sunday. There are but few congregations in this county or adjoining counties that he had not preached for once or more. From November 1962 until recently he had done local work in Tandner, Ala. Recently he had moved back to Pulaski and bought a barber shop. He had accepted work with the congregation at Flatwoods in Lawrence County and had preached there two Sundays when death came to him and his wife.

Funeral services were conducted by Gilbert E. Shaffer and Andrew Brown on January 13. Burial took place in the Polk Memorial Gardens near Columbia.

The city of Pulaski was shocked and stunned by their untimely death. More than fifteen hundred people signed the guest register, and perhaps that many more visited the funeral parlor that did not sign.

Truly two good and useful people were tragically called into eternity. They leave two sons and one daughter to mourn their passing, as well as brothers, sister, fathers and mothers.

Sister Prestridge was a very efficient bookkeeper. For many years she had worked in the office of the Athens Bible School. She had given her husband all the support a wife could give a husband in his effort to preach the gospel.

Gilbert E. Shaffer.

Gospel Advocate, February 18, 1965, page 111.

Preuit, J. W.

It pains us to chronicle the fact that J. W. Preuit is no more. He was born on August 8, 1834; was married to Miss Martha Eleanor McDaniel on December 29, 1857; and died on August 19, 1923, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Cora Cartwright, in Decatur, Ala. He was the father of nine children, six of whom survive himMrs. Cora Cartwright, Dayton, Tenn.; Mrs. T. Blanche Cartwright and Mrs. Sallie Martin, of Decatur, Ala.; Brents Preuit, Albany, Ala.; Clebe Preuit, Moulton, Ala.; and Jake Preuit, Denton, Texas. Besides these, he leaves fourteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. His father and mother were among the first settlers in the State of Alabama. He was born and reared in Lawrence County, and lived his entire life where he was born. He was educated at Fanning College, Nashville, Tenn. Early in life he became a Christian, and was one of the charter members of the Christian Church in Lawrence County. He took an interest in every movement calculated to improve the community. He was a friend to the poor and gave freely to all worthy calls. It was said of him that he gave something to help build every church and school building in his county. He always stood for the right on all moral issues, and was always on the right side. He was diligent in business and faithful to every trust. His faith was strong in that which he believed to be right. He was true to his family, his church, his friends, and his community, and in his death we lose a good citizen, neighbor, friend, and father. The man whose life, character, and influence are for the right must live on. He was buried in the family graveyard at the old home he loved so dearlythe ancestral home of the Preuit family, now more than one hundred years old, and owned by his son, Clebe. It is indeed hard to give him up. We cannot call him back, but is it a grand privilege we have to strike hands beneath the shade in the sweet by and by.

J. H. Hill.

Gospel Advocate, June 19, 1924, page 599.

Preuit, J. W.

J. W. Preuit died on August 19, 1923, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. P. E. Cartwright, in Decatur, Ala., where he had resided the last three and one-half years of his life. His remains were laid to rest in the family graveyard of his home near Moulton, Ala., where he was born and reared and lived most of his life. He was eighty-nine years old a few days before his death. Funeral services were conducted by J. H. Hill. He was a member of the body of Christ, and lived conscientiously as he understood the teaching of the word. He was educated at Franklin College, near Nashville, Tenn., under Fanning and Lipscomb. He had been a subscriber to the Gospel Advocate ever since it very existence. He was loved, and is missed and mourned not only by those near and dear to him by ties of nature, but by a host of friends. Just before his body was laid in its final resting place an opportunity was given his friends to look for the last time on his face. Among those friends were a score or more of colored folks that came from miles around to pay a tribute of respect to their beloved Marse John.

Gospel Advocate, December 13, 1923, page 1210.

Prevatt, J. P.

J. P. Prevatt was buried March 14 in the family burying ground near Trenton, Fla., Ebenezer Cemetery. He was seventy-seven. He and I had been friends from high school days. We both were students under the influence of James A. Harding in Potter Bible College, Bowling Green, Ky. He baptized me in 1907, after proving that I should be a Christian only; that sectarianism was wrong. He also performed my marriage ceremony in 1913.

No preacher has done more for the church of the Lord in Southern Georgia and Florida than Brother Prevatt. He was the first president of the Georgia Christian School, formerly Dasher Bible School. He started Camp Oleno and served it for about twenty years. A great host of friends gathered for the funeral in the meetinghouse in High Springs, Fla., in appreciation of his life and works.

Sister Prevatt and the three children survive him, with several grandchildren, having the comfort that he is now in his house not made with hands. (Picture included)

J. G. Malphurs.

Gospel Advocate, March 31, 1966, page 204.

Prevatt, Lewis

The writer was called to Alachua, Fla., on October 15, 1918, to preach the funeral of Brother Lewis Prevatt, who died of pneumonia at Mussel Shoals, Ala., where he was working for the government, having left his home at Trenton, Fla., a week before. Brother Prevatt leaves a devoted Christian wife, a five-year-old boy, a large number of relatives, and a host of brethren and sisters in Christ to mourn his death. Brother Prevatt was a consistent member of the church of Christ at Trenton, where he had lived for several years. He was baptized about ten years ago, near Valdosta, Ga., by Brother H. C. Shoulders. I would comfort the bereaved ones with the words of the apostle Paul, All things work together for good to them that love God, and exhort them to press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

J. O. Barnes.

Gospel Advocate, October 31, 1918, page 1050.

Prevost, W. S.

W. S. Prevost was born on May 10, 1857. He was married to Susannah Blankinship on March 31, 1879. To this union eight children were born, all now dead but twoa son and a daughter. A short time after his marriage he obeyed the gospel of Gods dear Son. He died on May 31, 1919. On the first Lords day in May his daughter was buried, and one the first Lords day in June he was buried. In the death of Brother Prevost the congregation at Jones Chapel has sustained a great loss. He was the teacher of the mens Bible class, and he took great interest in the work; in fact, he was the leader of the congregation. He was devoted to the church and its needs, and he was devoted to his family, being a good husband and father. Gods faithful servants are being gathered home to that rest that has no ending. Let us prepare to meet them.

John R. Williams.

Gospel Advocate, August 28, 1919, page 846.

Prewett, Irene

On November 16, 1897 Irene Prewett, surrounded by loving friends, breathed her last at Bronson, Fla., and on the 17th she was laid to rest at old Ebenezer Church, the funeral being preached by the writer, in the presence of an unusually large congregation of loving and sorrowing friends. She left behind a noble companion and four childrenthree girls and one little boy, the girls all being members of the churchbesides a multitude of relatives and loving brethren and friends. She was about thirty-three years old, and had been a true Christian about sixteen years, or about one-half of her short stay on earth. In her death her children lost a good mother, her husband lost a good wife, her sisters and brothers lost a good sister, her neighbors lost a good neighbor and, above all, the church lost one of its best membersa jewel rare. When I came to this part of Florida I preached my first sermon in her house, and my last one at her grave. She was so humble, so modest, so loving, so pure, so kind, so meek, so patient, so faithful. She never knew her worth. As an example of her life, I will say that nearly seven years ago I came to Florida, a stranger. Soon after coming I was fortunate enough to get a home to stop at just two miles from there, but soon after stopping my own wife was taken down with consumption, and was in bed just fifty-four days; and, notwithstanding she had other sick ones to look after, if my memory is not at fault, Sister Prewett was at our house often twice a day, and never missed but four days, and then she sent the children; and if she ever failed to bring some little somethingsuch as milk, butter, eggs, and even chickensI have no recollection of the day. How much we all will miss her! At her home she will be missed, at the bedside she will be missed by her neighbors, and oh how the church will miss her! No more on earth will we be cheered by her kind words, no more will she come to us like a ministering angel when sick. So pure, so humble, so faithful and unselfish, she lived for her family, her friends, and her God! To those who knew and loved her: Let your lives be as pure and spotless as was hers, and you will soon meet her where there will be no more shedding of tears and taking of sad farewells. Be thou faithful unto death, and he will give thee a crown of life.

J. H. Halbrook.

Gospel Advocate, December 9, 1897, page 775.

Priba, Luke

Luke Priba was born July 15, 1904, near Russellville, Ark., and passed peacefully from this life May 5 in Liberal, Kan.

He was educated at Abilene Christian College and Harding College, where he graduated. Following graduation, he began a preaching career that has spanned over 50 years in numerous towns across the United States. He served churches in Lockney, Idalou, Shamrock, Pampa, Canadian, Perryton, and Lefores, Texas. At various times he preached also at Guymon, Okla., Bluffton, Ind., and Rogers and Dardanelle, Ark.

He worked for Panhandle Eastern Pipeline Co. in Liberal, Kan, and Bluffton, Ind., from 1954 till retirement in 1971. During his employment by Panhandle Eastern and following his retirement, he continued preaching for small congregations in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Colorado. He also remained active in teaching classes at the western Avenue Church of Christ in Liberal, Kansas, where he was teaching until his death.

He was firm in his dedication to the Bible as Gods word and to the Church of Christ which he served tirelessly and faithfully all the days of his life. He was admired for his knowledge of the scriptures and of the restoration movement. He embodied the characteristics of a Christian gentleman.

Survivors include his wife, Nelda, a son, Paul of Ponca City, Okla.; a brother Cleo of Morrilton, Ark.; a sister, Thelma Johnson of Little Rock, Ark.; a half sister, Francis Troha of Kansas City; and two grandchildren, Kevin and Annette.

Paul Priba.

Gospel Advocate, June 21, 1984, page 377.

Price, Archie

Brother Archie Price, whose home was near Dresden, Tenn., but who was working in Jackson, Tenn., departed this life on September 17, 1907, and his body was laid to rest in the family cemetery in Weakley County. He was about nineteen years old, and was a noble, Christian boy. He was baptized by the writer about two years ago, since which time he had been a faithful member of the church of Christ at Bible Union. I wish our country had more young men of such type. To the dear relatives I would say: Weep not as those who have no hope; but live as God would have you live, and you will meet Archie where all will be joy for evermore.

W. S. Long., Jr.

Gospel Advocate, November 14, 1907, page 734.

Price, C. T.

Brother C. T. (Pony) Price was born in Tennessee on November 18, 1839, and died at his home near Shady Grove, Texas, on September 14, 1905. He married Mary Stephenson in April, 1859, and to them nine children were born, all of whom are Christians, two having preceded their father to the better land. For years Uncle Pony, as he was familiarly called, was a faithful, substantial member of the church at his home; and while he was never a public man, he was punctual, cheerful, always encouraging to look on the brighter, better side of life. His life was an embodiment of his faith, and now he is ready to receive the end of his faith, the eternal salvation of his soul. The sorrowing ones have our tenderest sympathy. To these I would say: Weep not as those that have no hope. He giveth his beloved sleep.

B. B. Elder., Pritchett, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, October 26, 1905, page 686.

Price, Clarence Arthur

Paul admonished all Christians to put on the whole armor of God (Ephesians 6:11) and Timothy to endure hardship as a good soldier (2 timothy 2:3). The time comes when the soldier of the cross must lay his armor aside and join with the apostle Paul and say, For I am already being offered, and the time of my departure is come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith. (2 Timothy 4:6, 7.)

These words are a very fitting description of the life of Brother Clarence Arthur Price, a faithful gospel preacher for fifty years. Brother Price became ill this past November and as a result of several strokes and heart attacks is now at rest. Clarence and his faithful companion Naomi, had served the Lord in local work, gospel meetings, youth camps, and lectureships in Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, California, Oklahoma, and Texas.

At the time of his illness Brother and Sister Price were working with the Lords Church in Chillicothe, Texas.

Clarence and Naomi Irene McMullin were united as one flesh in the sight of God on Nov. 24, 1934. Sister Price has been a faithful companion and co-worker through all these years. To this union three sons were born: Jerry, who preaches for the Lords church in Eunice, La.; Wayne, who preaches for the Lords church in Marlow, Okla.; Larry, who preaches by appointment and is a faithful worker with the Lords church in Wylie, Texas.

Funeral services for brother Price were conducted on Jan. 22 of this year in Chillicothe, Texas. J. B. Lamb, preacher from Quanah, and Bill Osborne, preacher for the Elm and Hudson congregation in Altus, Okla., both read scriptures and made comforting remarks to the family and it was my task to present the lesson.

Graveside services were conducted the same afternoon in Duncan, Okla., where brother Price now rests from his labors, but his works do follow after him.

Byron Denman., Eighth and Lee Church of Christ, Lawton, Okla.

Gospel Advocate, April 3, 1980, page 219.

Price, Edward Thornton

Edward Thornton Price was born in Jackson County, Ala., on June 24, 1827; was married to Mary Elizabeth Armstrong on August 16, 1854; was born into the family of God in September, 1854; and on the evening of June 16, 1910, his soul took its flight, and on the day following his body was laid beneath the sod, amid the tears and heartaches of many friends and loved ones. To Brother and Sister Price were born fifteen children. Five children and his good wife survive him. He died at his home in Dade County, Ga., and was buried near by. He lived and died in full assurance of the faith in Christ and the resurrection. May God be our strength and song till we meet him in that glad and happy throng.

R. P. Ramsey.

Gospel Advocate, July 21, 1910, page 854.

Price, Eliza Jane

On Thursday, November 7, 1907, Sister Eliza Jane Price departed this life to be present with the Lord. Sister Price was born on May 27, 1860. She obeyed the gospel with her husband, Brother Robert A. Price, and was baptized in the Cumberland River, near Granville, Tenn., by Brother W. T. Kidwill. Her maiden name was Duke. She was the daughter of Alex. Duke, who lives near Granville. She was married to Robert A. Price on September 23, 1880. One child was born to themA. B. Price, who survives. Sister Price lived a consistent, Christian life. She always exhibited her faith by her humble, loyal, and faithful consecration to the cause of the dear Savior. She has gone to her reward. We would say to the bereaved ones: Sorrow not, even as others who have no hope; for if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, we believe also that those that sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

N. W. Proffitt.

Gospel Advocate, December 5, 1907, page 779.

Price, Hugh A.

Hugh A. Price passed away Saturday morning, October 13, at his home in Chattanooga, Tenn. He was seventy-three years old. For many years Brother Price had preached the gospel, especially in hard places where the pay was small but the spiritual regards great. He preached in many places in this section of the country, including Birmingham and Selma, Ala., and Macon, Ga. He was a graduate of David Lipscomb College and had at one time taught music at Freed-Hardeman College. He also had served as superintendent of schools in Trenton, Rockmart, and Marven, Ga. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Swaney Cagle Price; three daughters, Mrs. Delmar Fricks, Mrs. Ralph Casey, and Mrs. George Bell, all of Chattanooga; a sister, Mrs. William L. Reeves of Red Bank; a brother, W. I. Price of Trenton, Ga.; ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was a great soldier of the cross. In his last years he was an inspiration to know. Often when people would go by to cheer him up he would cheer them up with his friendly smile and pleasant words. Almost up to the end he worshiped regularly at the Ridgedale congregation. Many times he was present in his wheel chair, really not physically able to come, but he came anyway. He loved the Bible. He preached it from the pulpit and in his daily walk. He loved the people and was especially interested in the church helping the orphans. Because he was a Christian, ever faithful to Christ as his Lord and Master, we believe Hugh Price has gone to a better world. Raymond Crumbliss, Robert Buchanan and the writer conducted the service at the Ridgedale church building Sunday afternoon, October 14. The body was laid to rest in a peaceful cemetery on the side of Missionary Ridge.

John P. Murphree.

Gospel Advocate, November 8, 1962, page 717.

Price, James E.

Brother James E. Price was born on August 5, 1860, and died, at his home, near Columbia, Tenn., on April 5, 1904; aged forty-three years and eight months. On December 5, 1880, he was married to Sister Sallie E. Green, daughter of Brother L. C. Green. He was born into the family of God some twenty years ago. Brother Price was a consecrated man, devoted to the worship of God as revealed in the Bible. He was always found at his post of duty when physically able to be there. All who knew him honored him and esteemed him highly for his works sake. He was a devoted husband and a father who labored to rear his children, with the help of his self-sacrificing companion, in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. He left a devoted wife to battle without the help of a husband, and eleven children to meet the conflicts of life without the advice of an affectionate father. While he left to his family but little of the goods of the world, he left them those things which are far more valuablethe example of a life of good works, of consecration to the religion of Christ;

the heritage of a good name, which is rather to be chosen than great riches. The brethren among whom the widow and the fatherless are left can and will see to it that Sister Price receives all the assistance in every way that she may need in looking after the children and in bringing them up in the way they should go. May Gods grace and choice blessings be with them, and may the precious promises of his truth dwell in their hearts to encourage them in lifes journey.

W. Anderson.

Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1904, page 282.

Price, Julius Biddleman

Julius Biddleman Price passed away November 19, 1939, at the age of sixty-two years, at Kannapolis, N. C. He was born and reared in Union County, N. C., but moved while yet a young man to Cabarrus County. Here he married Mary Anna Stonestreet, and three children blessed this unionSwindall Price, Clement Price, and Katherine Price Perry. In his younger days he was an active worker, serving as song leader in the Methodist Church. Soon after his marriage he learned the way of the Lord more perfectly and became a Christian only, laboring in the same capacity with the church of Christ at Kannapolis, N. C. Due to this service his passing will be felt greatly by these brethren. He was faithful and always ready to do his best in the house of the Lord. The funeral and interment were held at Jericho Church, John W. Kurfees, of Winston-Salem, N. C., conducting the services. The number who gathered and the profusion of flowers attested the respect and esteem in which he was held. He is survived by his wife, three children, and several grandchildren.

J. Harrison Daniels., 1611 Fairview Avenue, Charlotte, N. C.

Gospel Advocate, December 14, 1939, page 1199.

Price, Laura

One of the saddest incidents that ever passed under my notice was ten motherless children hovering over the casket of the one who gave them birth. This incident occurred at Hyco Church, Weakley County, Tenn., where I conducted the funeral services of Sister Laura Price. Sister Price was born in 1869; was baptized into Christ, by Brother A. O. Colley, in August, 1902; and died on May 5, 1915. She was a mother of the noblest type, a wife worthy of honor and love, and a Christian whose works will live long after her. She leaves to linger here a little while longer the ten children aforementioned, a husband, and one sister, besides many other relatives and friends. May the guardian angels tenderly care for her until we can safely cross the dark river of death to join her in the paradise of God, far beyond all earthly care.

Fred W. Chunn.

Gospel Advocate, July 8, 1915, page 678.

Price, Mary Elizabeth

When God, from the mystic realms of his eternal home, dipped his own plastic hand into mother dust and made man, and had, through his eternal goodness and the infinitude of his power, made woman, he had created the most wonderful piece of mechanism known to mortal man. Mary Elizabeth Armstrong was born in McMinn County, Tenn., on September 24, 1837; was born into the family of God in the year 1853; and was married to Edward T. Price in 1854. He, too, obeyed the gospel of Christ soon after their marriage, and went to his sleep of death on June 16, 1910. Grandma (as I have loved to call her) bid her last farewell to loved ones and all that was dear here on December 4, 1912, and was buried beside her lifelong friend, partner, and husband, in Dade County, Ga., on December 5, 1912.

R. P. Ramsey.

Gospel Advocate, July 31, 1913, page 740.

Price, Nona Lowder

On the morning of September 16, 1922, Nona Lowder Price fell asleep in Jesus. Had she lived until October, she would have been twenty-eight years old. Nona was one of those rare, sweet, modest girls, so unassuming, so kind and tender, and so conscientious, who shun the very appearance of evil. She obeyed the gospel when very young and was faithful unto death. She was a diligent Bible student and encouraged others to read it. Her husband said: I have read the Bible more this year than I ever did in all my life before. She was a patient sufferer for several years, and her loving mother had made every effort to have her cured. After a year spent in California she seemed improved, and in June, 1921, was married to Elbert Price. The next June a precious baby girl was given to them; but in three months Nona was carried to her mothers, and she said: Mamma, Ive come home to die. I want you to have Annie Laurie. Gods ways are past finding out. We cannot understand why our loved ones are taken from us when we need them so much, but we know God knows best. Nonas suffering is over and she has gone to her reward, and if we are faithful we shall meet her in the home where there is no death.

Mrs. J. M. Capps.

Gospel Advocate, October 26, 1922, page 1028.

Price, Thornton

Our beloved brother, Thornton Price, sleeps with Adams fallen race, awaiting the judgment call, when he shall rise in the Saviors grace and in the power of his might. Brother Price was twenty-three years old. On September 24, 1908, the curtain closed, and Brother Price went from the stage of action into the land of the great beyond. He took the admonition of Solomon, and thus early in life learned to love and obey the Lords Christ. He was one of the few who had friends, but not enemies. He leaves a faithful and loving wife, two sweet children, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. But, true, our loss is his gain; and if we will but prepare as did he, we, too, shall one day live and reign in the land of love, in Gods presence in that home above.

R. P. Ramsey.

Gospel Advocate, January 14, 1909, page 52.