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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Read, Eulah Tennessee Epps

Miss Eulah Tennessee Epps was born on January 1, 1867, and passed the days of her childhood on a farm near White Bluff, Tenn. On December 25, 1888, she stood at the hymeneal altar and was married to Brother John Enoch Read, of Petway, Tenn. They lived for several years near Petway on a farm, and while living there she heard Brother G. A. Dunn preach and learned the way of the Lord more perfectly, and obeyed the gospel on July 8, 1897. She had been a member of the Baptist Church before she heard Brother Dunn. She was happy in her newly found faith, and her faith in the gospel simplicity grew as she grew older. They moved to Dickson, Tenn., some twelve or more years ago, and they have both been zealous, faithful members of the church there since their first Lords day in the place. Sister Read was a conscientious and zealous Christian. There was no hypocrisy in her religion. She detested it. She was a painstaking and orderly housekeeper and their home was a pleasant and hospitable one. It was a delight for her to have their friends with them, and we have had many pleasant days there. She had no patience with the modern woman who seeks prominence in the world of public affairs, but believed that womans sphere was in the home. She realized that God had made man the head and woman the keeper at home; man the bread earner and woman the helpmeet; and she stayed at home and managed things there, and made it a place of pleasant retreat from the worry and bustle and noise of his business life, and it was eagerly sought by him when his days work was done, and he found happiness there in her perfect trust and love. She was always in her place in the Lords-day school and in the meetings of the church. Her presence was always an inspiration because it was constant, and her attention and interest unwavering. All preachers realize how much this means. She was a good neighbor and a sympathetic friend. She loved to help those in need. She was a good woman in the sick room. We will miss her everywhere. But we rest in the consolation of hopethat we will be with her in the the sweet by and by and be associated with her in the congregation that will never break up. She crossed the Jordan of death on the afternoon of April 8, 1913, at three oclock, having been sick but a few days. On the day she died she was

at the breakfast table, and persuaded her husband to go to his work, saying she felt so much better and did not need him. In the forenoon the physician discovered a blood clot on the brain, and all efforts to help her proved futile. It was a shock to her friends and the church. We could scarcely realize it. Funeral services in her memory were held by the writer on Thursday afternoon, April 10, in the presence of a large gathering of friends, and her body was laid to rest in Union Cemetery under a bed of floral offerings. All them that sleep in Jesus will God bring with him, and to these the King shall say, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world; and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

I. B. Bradley.

Gospel Advocate, June 19, 1913, page 596.

Read, I. C.

I. C. Read, of Robinsonville, Miss., formerly of Humboldt, Tenn., was born on May 16, 1850, and died in Humboldt on December 6, 1898. He leaves two little girls and two sisters to weep over his departure. He was not a member of the church, which we regret, but was an upright, moral mankind-hearted, affectionate, and lovableand doubtless would have obeyed the gospel if the opportunity had presented itself as it does with many others. He will be missed by many warm friends and relatives. His daughter was visiting relatives at Humboldt and became very sick; he was sent for, and a, a few days after his arrival, he died. Sister Steelman had given him The great Controversy, which he read with interest, and said: It has been more help to me in understanding the Bible than any other book I have ever read, except the Gospel Plan of Salvation, by T. W. Brents. We regret to see noble-hearted men die out of the church, but that we may expect, so long as men are taught that salvation may be obtained out of the church. He has fallen into the hands of a merciful God, who will do right by him.

W. T. Boaz., Milan, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 9, 1899, page 90.

Read, R. N.

One has fallen in the ranks of the faithful, whose memory and life work demands more than a passing notice. On Lords day morning, May 17, A.D. 1891, Eld. R. N. Read, of Mineola, Tex., passed on to his reward. He had always prayed to die on Lords day, and his prayer was granted. He was born in Rutherford county, Tenn., August 19, 1816. He obeyed the gospel when about nineteen years of age, and was familiar with the old pioneer preachers Jacob Creath, John Smith, A. Campbell, the Kendricks, Walter Scott, John T. Johnson, Phillip Fall, and a host of the true and tried fathers of the great reformation of the 19th century. Like these brave old soldiers of the cross, Bro. Read had stored his mind well with gospel truth. He was one of the best informed Bible students I ever met. On types and anti-types, I think he had no equal, and he delighted in nothing, so much as to teach men the truth. He would sit for hours and talk scriptures to his neighbors. For twenty years, I have been glad to sit at his feet and learn. In 1845 he moved to Ouchita county, Arkansas and January 1851 he moved to Houston county, Texas, where he lived until December 1877, and carried on the mercantile business together with his son Ben, until near his death. He had expected the end for some months, and set his house in order for his departure. His business was all wound upevery debt paid. Even the physician who attended him in this last illness, he called to his bedside a few days before his death, asked him his bill and paid it. Then told him he could do no more good and dismissed him. The physician had given him up. I called to see him on Tuesday before he died. His faith was firm. I asked how he felt. He said he had nothing to trouble him, but bodily pain. I asked him, Is Christ with you now? He said Yes, my hope is in Jesus, and there is light in the valley. He bade his friends good bye while he remained conscious, with some word of advice to each. He lived to see all his children in the church, save one, his youngest boy. We hope the labor and prayers of the father may yet bring this remaining son into the church, and that he may strive to imitate his father in zeal and devotion to God.

Jno. T. Poe., Longview, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, July 1, 1891, page 408.

Read, Serena

Mrs. Serena Read, wife of William Clayton Read, was born in 1844 and died on August 29, 1922, aged seventy-eight years. Her husband died fifteen years ago, leaving her with eleven living children, one being dead. Both were members of the church of Christ, having obeyed the gospel about forty years ago. They were noted for their faithfulness in Christ. Mrs. Read was the oldest member at Victoria, near Ashland City, Tenn., and was always at church until about one year ago, when she became disabled. We missed her very much, for she was a mother to us all in the church. She leaves eleven children, about fifty-seven grandchildren, and seventeen great-grandchildren, of which a goodly part are in the church of Christ, and the remainder are in sympathy with the truth. I believe she was loved better by all of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren than any mother I know of, and also by the brethren and sisters in Christ Jesus. She was always busy. Her dress was neat and for comfort, and not for style, which would be a blessing to us to-day. She was laid to rest in the Read burying ground.

O. E. Williams.

Gospel Advocate, September 21, 1922, page 906.

Reagan, A. J.

It is fitting and proper that an appreciation be written of the life of Brother A. J. Reagan, who recently answered the call of death and was taken from our midst. His native State was Tennessee. He was from one of the best and oldest families of that State. The venerable E. G. Sewell is his uncle. Many preachers and men of sterling worth have come from this family. The very best qualities of the family could be found in our lamented brother. He served as an elder in the church here for a number of years. In his passing away, one of the strong forces of the church has been taken from us. He was a close Bible student, which made him fully capable of teaching the word of God. He could deliver some of the most beautiful talks at the Lords table that it has ever been my privilege to hear. His delivery was dignified, earnest, and touching. He made a careful selection of words, and it seemed that he always said just what should be said. Brother Reagan was a clean, cultured, Christian gentleman. He found no delight in the common or uncouth, but had a great love for the pure and holy. No one ever heard a vile, unbecoming word proceed from his mouth. He was a man whom all respected because of his princely bearing. He was a man far above the average. The church is having to do without his good, wholesome influence. We miss itO, so much! Those kind words which came as a sweet balm to our hearts are heard no longer. But our loss is truly the gain of our beloved brother. May God bless the wife and son in their sadness. It is so hard for us to give our loved ones up; but God, the loving Father, knoweth best. We must look for comfort from him when the dark clouds hover over our souls. The sadness of death is banished by the precious promises relative to a future life, when there will be no more sad good-byes. C. C. Klingman, Jesse P. Sewell (a cousin of the deceased), and the writer spoke words of comfort and appreciation at the grave.

Jewell Matthews.

Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1916, page 427.

Reagan. B. B.

Brother B. B. Reagan, of Bryant, Ark., was born on February 2, 1857. He was married to Miss Jeanettie Jordan on December 24, 1890. He obeyed the gospel in September, 1887, and became an active member of the family of God. I had known Brother Reagan many years. During two protracted meetings I made my home with him. He was kind and hospitable in his home, making all visitors feel welcome. He loved to hear the gospel of Christ preached, and he did not hesitate to encourage the preacher in sounding out the word among the destitute. He was faithful until paralysis rendered him unable to go to church. He departed this life on September 14, 1921. He is survived by his wife, one daughter, four sons, and a number of relatives and friends. May we all be as faithful to God as Brother Reagan was and dwell with him forever in heaven. I conducted the funeral services in the presence of a large and appreciative audience which attested the high esteem in which Brother Reagan was held.

T. E. Tatum.

Gospel Advocate, October 27, 1921, page 1060.

Reagan, Babe

On the morning of March 19, 1908, the death angel visited the home of Brother Babe Reagan and claimed him as its victim. His dear wife, who was so faithful unto the end, and one little boy are left to walk the way alone. Brother Reagan was in his thirty-eighth year. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother J. P. Watson, in July, 1906, while in feeble health. His body grew weaker day by day, but we trust the inward man increased until the separation came. A more patient man in his afflictions I never saw. His body was laid to rest in the Gamaliel Cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by the writer.

A. H. Deckard., Gamaliel, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, June 25 1908, page 410.

Reagor, G. B.

Brother G. B. Reagor, son of J. W. Reagor and wife, was born on October 8, 1869, and died on June 8, 1921. He was born and reared near Flat Creek, in Bedford County, Tenn. On May 2, 1896, he was married to Miss Lou Noblett. To this union five children were born, four of whom are living. He is survived by his widow, two daughters, two sons, and two brothers. His father died before I became acquainted with the family, but I knew his mother very well. Aunt Tid, as she was familiarly called by all the neighbors, was one of the best women I ever knew. Brother Reagor was a devoted husband, a kind and loving father, a good neighbor and friend, and a devout and faithful Christian. Funeral services were held in the New Hermon church house by the writer, in the presence of a great host of friends, and the remains were interred in the grave near by to await the glorious resurrection. May God, our dear Father in heaven, comfort, bless, and keep Sister Reagor and her dear children.

George W. Farmer.

Gospel Advocate, March 23, 1922, page 281.

Reagor, Rose Dearing

Rose Dearing was born January 23, 1875, in Bedford County, Tenn. Her parents were Francis Marion Dearing and Mary Helen Everett Dearing. In 1905 she married Dr. L. T. Reagor, of Shelbyville, Tenn. Three children were born to this union, all of whom, with Brother Reagor, survive her. In 1922 the family moved from Shelbyville to Nashville, and lived here for eleven years. While living in Nashville they labored with the Russell Street Church. After living here for eleven years, Brother and Sister Reagor returned to Shelbyville, where they sojourned together until September 18, 1941, at 7:30 P.M., when, without a moments warning, the angel of death slipped in and gently bore the soul of this good woman away. The funeral services were conducted at the Shelbyville Church, where she had so earnestly labored with her husband the greater portion of her life. The services were conducted by A. R. Hill, the local minister. Sister Reagors father, Francis Marion Dearing, was a faithful minister of the gospel of Christ. By trade he was a farmer, but gave much time through the summer months to holding meetings and preaching somewhere every Lords day. Early in life Sister Reagor was baptized into Christ. Brother Reagor was baptized, a year or so before their marriage, in a meeting conducted by Brother Violet at Shelbyville. Violet was a Christian Church preacher. At that time the church of Christ did not exist there. However, these two good people could not long be kept in the field of digression and innovation. They set about, with others, to free themselves from all the devices of men in religion. They met in the courthouse, and for a long time the church had its regular meetings in the Reagor home. That strong, radiating congregation that we now have in Shelbyville stands as a monument to Brother and Sister Reagor. I have known no two souls who have meant more to me than these two good people. They have been strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might, putting on the whole armor of God. A stay indeed has this good woman and her husband been to many young preachers whom they have helped and encouraged along lifes way. She lacked a few years of living out her threescore and ten years, and left Brother Reagor in a very critical condition. May God bless him for the little while he continues with us before going on to join the redeemed over there.

S. H. Hall.

Gospel Advocate, November 6, 1941, page 1079.

Reagor, Mrs. Sidney Pearson

On Saturday, October 30, 1920, death claimed our dear friend and sister in Christ. Mrs. Sidney Pearson Reagor, familiarly known in her old home as Aunt Tid. She was at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. James Baxter, of Cookeville, Tenn. She had been in failing health for several weeks, but was confined to her bed scarcely a week. She was fully conscious until the last, and gently entered that peaceful slumber, that land of rest which Christ promised his own. Her remains were taken to Bedford County for interment in the Flat Creek Cemetery, as she had lived all her life in that neighborhood. Sister Reagor was born on July 31, 1839, and obeyed the gospel early in life. She married John Reagor on December 22, 1857. To this union were born six children, three of whom, with their father, preceded her to the grave. She was kind and true, having all the innate refinement of our old-time Southern gentlewomen; and although her cherished form is hidden from our view and her dear voice is forever stilled, she yet lives in our memory and her life is an inspiration to us.

Pattie Drake Burton.

Gospel Advocate, February 10, 1921, page 149.

Reams, Thales B.

Dr. Thales B. Reams, who was born on February 9, 1861, in Tennessee, passed away on November 17, 1920, at the home of his brother, S. E. Reams, near Gainesville, Texas. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Birmingham, Ala. He is survived by two childrenMrs. Ora Reams Scott, of Lake Charles, La., and Paul E. Reams, of Washington, D. C.; and by two sisters and three brothersMisses Mary and Agnes Reams, S. E. Reams, J. W. Reams, and H. B. Reams. The deceased was an active business man, being a successful manufacturing chemist. He was in failing health for several years, but never entirely gave up business until death closed his career. He loved to read the Bible and the Gospel Advocate.

Gospel Advocate, December 9, 1921, page 1210.

Reasoner, Stella

Stella Reasoner was born at Granger, Texas, June 29, 1906. She was the daughter of W. H. and Mattie Reasoner. She was an invalid from birth. Her life span covered more than 70 years and she never walked a single step. But she ran a marvelous race. And she won! She was baptized by Bro. J. B. Nelson during a meeting at Granger. After the passing of her parents, the Granger church assisted in placing her in the Home at Gunter. She was among the first guests at the Home and it was my pleasure to greet her shortly after her arrival there. It is rather unique that the driver of the ambulance which took Stella to Gunter, went back to claim her body after 26 years. And after 26 years, it was my privilege to officiate in memorial services for her in Granger. Stella was a gracious, good woman. In spite of her lifelong invalid career, she bore her cross cheerfully. She was sustained by a living faith. Interment was at the Granger City Cemetery on March 26, 1978.

Homer Putnam Reeves.

Gospel Advocate, September 7, 1978, page 575.

Reasonover, Merville K.

Merville K. Reasonover died at the Morningside Hospital, Tulsa, Okla.; on December 22, 1921, at the age of thirty-seven years, seven months, and twenty-three days. He was the eldest son of Brother John E. and Sister Mary F. Reasonover. Born in Smith County, Tenn., on April 29, 1884. He obeyed the gospel in baptism at the age of seventeen years, and worshiped with the church of Christ at Carthage, Tenn., until the family moved to this country, about seventeen years ago. Funeral services were held in the Christians meetinghouse at Bixby, Okla., in the presence of a large audience, the writer speaking words of comfort to the bereaved. He is survived by his father and mother, one brother and one sister. His father is an elder of the church at Bixby. His mother is a devoted mother and bears her grief with Christian fortitude. So they do not sorrow as do others who have no hope. The body rests in the Bixby cemetery.

Paul E. Gorbet.

Gospel Advocate, January 19, 1922, page 67.

Reaves, Mrs. Isaac

Sister Reaves, wife of Brother Isaac Reaves, was called from this world on July 3, 1903. Sister Reaves was baptized by Brother John R. Williams, and had been a faithful Christian in the church of Christ at Rives, Tenn., for many years. When able, she was always found at the house of the Lord on the first day of the week. So we can say, in the language of John: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. Such a life as this is worth living, and death is only a dream. Let us so live that when the call is made we may be found ready and watching.

W. S Long, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, July 30, 1903, page 490.

Reaves, Jimmy Alexander

On June 26, 1971, a great man departed this life. He was great, not in sense that he was well-known among the brotherhood, but because in the very best way that he knew how he lived the Christian life. Jimmy Alexander Reaves was born in Clay County, Ark., February 16, 1887. His mother and father died when he was only a child, and he was brought up an orphan. On September 8, 1908, he married Sara Jane Davis, and to this union were born seven children. In the early years of their marriage Jimmy and Janie obeyed the gospel. They raised their children to love the Lord and to keep his commandments. One daughter, Florence, died in infancy. The other six children obeyed the gospel, and married Christian companions. One son, Charles Alexander, who had served as an elder at Southside church of Christ in St. Louis, Mo., preceded his father in death. Grandma Reaves, as she was affectionately known to her many friends and neighbors, preceded her husband in death on August 18, 1964. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ralph Clark, Somerset, Mass., and four sons: Grady, who preaches for the church in East Prairie, Mo., Vernon, of Malden, Mo., an elder of the Malden congregation, M. J., of Gideon, Mo., who formerly preached for the church at Risco, Mo., and Ralph, who preaches for the congregation in Coldwater, Ky., eighteen grandchildren, and twenty great-grandchildren. The grandchildren who have reached the age of accountability are all Christians. Those who are married have Christian companions. The great-grandchildren who are old enough have obeyed the gospel. When this family came together to lay to rest the earthly tabernacle of this great man it was not just a family united by fleshly ties, but one united in the Lord. Funeral service was conducted on June 28 in Malden by Wesley Hylton, with interment following in Malden Cemetery. He will be missed, not only by the family, but by a host of friends and neighbors to whom he was affectionately known as Grandpa.

Mrs. Ralph Reaves.

Gospel Advocate, August 5, 1971, page 491.

Reaves, Ralph E.

Ralph E. Reaves died July 19 at his home after an extended illness. He was 65.

He was a 1960 graduate of Freed-Hardeman University and attended Lipscomb University. Reaves was devoted to spreading Gods Word, and served for 42 years at 13 congregations in eight states, and led gospel meetings throughout the central and eastern United States.

He retired from the Green Forest Church of Christ in Poplar Bluff, Mo., and continued to preach for the Gideon Church of Christ in Gideon, Mo., for two years after his retirement.

Reaves is survived by his wife, Bonnie; one son, David; one daughter, Patricia Davis, and four grandchildren.

Poplar Bluff, Mo.

Gospel Advocate, September, 1999, page 44.

Reaves, Sarah Jane

On August 18, 1964, Sarah Jane Reaves, 508 North Kimball Street, Malden, Mo., departed this life. She was born September 8, 1889, in White County, Ark., and married James A. Reaves, who survives, in Clay County, Ark., on September 9, 1908. Brother and Sister Reaves obeyed the gospel in the early years of their married life. To this union were born seven children, one of whom died at the age of ten months. Of the six surviving children, three preach, one is an elder, and the other two are also faithful workers in the Lords church. The children all have Christian companions and of the eighteen grandchildren who survive, all who have reached the age of accountability are Christians. Twelve great-grandchildren also survive. Although a family of this size requited much of her time, and she helped with the farm work, she was never too busy to care for those who were sick or in need in the community. She was always ready to discuss Gods word with anyone who was interested in learning the truth. Her home was always open to friends and strangers

alike, and there was always food on her table for those who were hungry. Only one woman is spoken of in the Bible as being great. This womans qualities were humility, hospitality and a great faith. Janie Reaves displayed all of these qualities in her everyday living, and she also reared a family who became Christians because of her teaching and who are teaching their children to walk in the steps of the Savior. Truly she was a great woman. Funeral services were conducted on August 20 at the Malden church by Brother Smith of Parma, Mo. Burial was in the Memorial Park Cemetery in Malden.

Mrs. Ralph Reaves.

Gospel Advocate, October 1, 1964, page 639.

Reavis, Alvin B.

Alvin B. Reavis, sixty-three, died suddenly at his home, east of Dresden, Sunday, a victim of asthma. Mr. Reavis was born and reared in this vicinity. He was never married, and, being frail in body, he devoted a major portion of his time to directing the singing for various churches of Christ in this area. He was a devout Christian gentleman, and esteemed by a large number of acquaintances for his strict integrity of character. Two brothers surviveH. A. Reavis, Memphis, and L. H. Reavis, Augusta, Ga. Services were held Monday at West Union by E. I. Harper, of Dresden, and Ernest Smith, a lifelong acquaintance, of Murray. Burial was in the church cemetery, with Bowlin & Riggs directing.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1948, page 302.

Reavis, Anna L.

On Wednesday evening, July 12, 1961, the spirit of Sister Anna L. Reavis departed to be with Christ. Sister Reavis was born December 16, 1865, and had, therefore, lived in this world more than ninety-five years. She had been a member of the body of Christ for eighty-three years. It would be difficult to see how any life could conform more nearly to the teaching of Gods word and to the Christian ideal than did the life of Sister Reavis. She was born at Clay Center, Kans., but lived in Dresden, Tenn., most of her life. On December 27, 1898, she and Horace A. Reavis were united in marriage. Brother and Sister Reavis became the parents of one child, a daughter, Laverne, who is now Mrs. R. T. Bowling of Memphis. Brother and Sister Bowlin have cared for Sister Reavis with great tenderness and affection for several years. If it were possible ever for death to be beautiful, the death of Sister Reavis was so. She had lived far beyond her four score years and had been a faithful and active Christian, not only diligent in serving the Lord but also careful and ready to do things for others. Even during her final years she was blessed with good eyesight and a keen mind. She enjoyed reading and keeping her hands busy making things for her friends. Sister Reavis was a life-long reader of the Gospel Advocate. She said that if there has ever been a week since her marriage that the Gospel Advocate has not come to her home, she does not recall it. She was a gracious lady of quiet and gentle spirit and unoffending in word and in manner. There is no reason to mourn her going. Her work was over, her years were gone, and the future was bright. Funeral services were conducted July 14 by the writer and T. B. Underwood, Jr. Her body was laid to rest beside that of her husband in Memorial Park in Memphis. Concerning both Brother and Sister Reavis, we confidently say, Precious in the sight of Jehovah is the death of his saints.

Clarence C. Dailey.

Gospel Advocate, August 31, 1961, page 559.

Reavis, Lucile

Our hearts are filled with sadness as we try to write a few words in memory of Sister Lucile Reavis, daughter of Brother and Sister T. W. Reavis. She was born on March 10, 1893, and died on May 30, 1914. She obeyed the gospel at the age of fifteen and lived true to her Master until death. She was a loving and obedient child, ever ready to help father and mother and her brothers and sister. Lucile was always attentive to the Lords-day services. While on her deathbed she sang many sweet hymns and prayed for all the boys and girls and her oldest brother. While it is sad to part with her, we feel that God knows best. She leaves a father and mother, two brothers and three sisters, to mourn their loss. She was laid to rest in Hoovers Grove churchyard, where she loved to go so well. Funeral services were conducted by Brother L. W. Gowen, of Flat Creek, Tenn.

I. W. and Ida Martin.

Gospel Advocate, July 9, 1914, page 756.

Reavis, R. L.

R. L. Reavis was born on February 11, 1877, and died on April 14, 1905. He became a member of the church of Christ under the preaching of Brother E. C. L. Denton at the age of nineteen years. He was a faithful member, serving only in a private way until about two years before his death, when he decided that it was his duty to preach the gospel. He expressed this desire to me and others. We gave him all the encouragement we could, seeing his determination and zeal, and we called him to evangelize Calloway County, Ky. He immediately left a good position as clerk in a store at Dresden, Tenn., and came into his new field, trusting God and the brethren for his support. He held twelve meetings and baptized about fifty persons. He made many friends, who will be very sorry to know of his death. The good he did in this short life cannot be told. He made my house his home while in this work, and I can truthfully say that he was as faithful to God and as true to his convictions of right as any man that I have ever known. In his death we are reminded again of the morality with which we are all clothed. Our hearts are grieved when we think of his premature death, but God knows best.

A. O. Colley., Fulton, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, May 11, 1905, page 302.

Record, Charles Douglas

C. D. (Charles Douglas) Record, my father in the gospel, is dead. He was born in Nashville, Tenn., October 10, 1877; died in a Gladewater (Texas) hospital February 1, 1945, at the age of sixty-seven. He and Miss Florence Kilgore were married December 4, 1895. To this union twelve children were born. Eight of these have outlived their father.

Brother Record preached the gospel of Christ for more than forty-five years. His work carried him into most of the Southern states; however, the greater part of his preaching was done in Texas. He made more sacrifices to preach the gospel than any man I ever knew. He preached wherever he was invited, regardless of the remuneration, which in many instances was very meager. In this later life the greater part of his work was among the numerically small and financially weak congregations. Many of these were not able to give him the support he needed and deserved, while others certainly could have done better than they did, but failed to do it. I speak from personal knowledge, because I have known Brother Record for thirty years, and during several of these years I worked with him in the evangelistic field as both singer and preacher.

Brother Record was not an educated manthat is, according to the curriculum of this worldyet he possessed one of the most brilliant, logical, analytical minds known to me. He had much natural ability as an orator and logician. I have seen him lead hundreds to Christ through his power an ability to handle aright the word of truth. In his heyday he had but few, if any, superiors as a preacher and debater. Indeed, in many respects he was a great man and a good man and one whose place will not be easy to fill.

The writer was taught the truth and was baptized by Brother Record. He gave to me, as a boy preacher, wise counsel, encouragement, help, and inspiration when such were needed most. My loyal devotion to, and profound respect, for, him never blinded me to his faults, blunders, and mistakes. Our criticism of these things are not quite justified when we are all guilty. Now that he has gone from us at least for a while, those of us who knew and loved him best are prone to forget his shortcomings and magnify his virtues.

His funeral service was conducted at Jamestown, Texas (my home congregation), February 4, 1945, by Willis G. Jernigan, of Commerce, Texas, assisted by Tom Walker, of Dallas, Texas. Brother Jernigan writes me that hundreds of people, with representatives from more than twenty-five congregations, attended the last rites.

May the beneficent Father above richly bless and comfort Sister Record and the children in their sad, lonely hours of bereavement.

E. C. McKenzie.

Gospel Advocate, March 29, 1945, page 187.

Record, Katherine Ballard

Katherine Ballard Record began her earthly life on December 31, 1849. Her first residence was near Pulaski, Tenn. She was born into the family of God when she was only sixteen years of age, being baptized by Brother Lindsey (Uncle Jimmie Lindsey, as she called him). My mother, of course, had her faults, as all human beings do, but I feel that a better woman never lived. She was unpretending and always held herself in reserve. Her life was an open book. She was firm in her convictions, but patient, gentle, and kind, and did her best to function in her sphere. If all women had lived and would live as mother did, there would be no confusion in the church to-day over such things as bobbed hair, picture shows, late hours, and immodest dress. She loved the Bible, read it constantly, believed it, and to the best of her ability and opportunity obeyed it. She was married to my father, William Record, on October 16, 1869, who, with three of her eight children, survives her. Her spirit took its flight back to our Heavenly Father on Sunday, August 5, 1928, at 8 P. M. Funeral services were held at Lone Oak the following day, with Brother T. C. Wilcox, Brother Charles Taylor, and Brother Robert McGregor in charge. And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them.

W. A. Record.

Gospel Advocate, October 11, 1928, page 978.

Record, Willie Amos

Willie Amos Record was born August 26, 1885, in Graves County, Kentucky. In November, 1910, he was baptized by C. M. Stubblefield. In 1912 he began to preach the gospel and his efforts took him into seventeen states. His local work was done in Kentucky, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri. He engaged in several debates. He helped to establish churches at Melber, Ky., Cunningham, Ky., Clements Street in Paducah, Ky., and Lamar, Mo. His last public service was in Dixon Springs, Ill., in early 1960. At the close of 1959 he retired as associate minister of Murrell Blvd., (now Central) in Paducah. The Gospel Advocate was his constant companion through the years, and for several years he was an agent for the company. He always encouraged support of orphan homes and did considerable work in assisting the Potter Home in Bowling Green, Ky.

In 1905 Brother Record married Carra Perry who died in 1926. To this union were born six children who survive: Elta, (Mrs. Ben Mathis), Earl, Bishop, Ivis, Marco and Raymond. The former Ozelle Taylor was his wife for thirty-eight years. They had two children, Charlotte, of Paducah, Ky., and Major, James D. Record, USAF, stationed in Tokyo, Japan.

W. A Record ceased his earthly journey on November 9, and was laid to rest in Mt. Kenton Cemetery on November 12. Alonzo Williams and Frank Gould spoke comforting words at the funeral.

James D. Record.

Gospel Advocate, December 15, 1966, page 798.

Redd, J. C.

J. C. Redd, 82, died of a heart attack on June 28.

Redd earned his bachelors and masters degrees from Mississippi State University and was a faculty member there during the 1940s. In 1946 he left to establish Redd Pest Control.

He was presented with an honorary doctorate in 1984 by Abilene Christian University. He also served on ACUs National Board of Trustees.

Redd helped establish the Sunnybrook Childrens Home in Madison County, Miss., during the 60s. In 1973 Gov. Bill Walters appointed him to a committee to study education reforms; some of the recommendations made by the committee were part of the Education Reform Act of 1982.

He was a former member of the Jackson School Board and past vice president of the Mississippi School Boards Association. He was past chairman and member of the Mississippi Economic Council.

Redd was president of the J. C. and Annie Redd Leadership Mississippi program, a council that helps train young leaders in the state.

He is survived by his wife; a son, Richard Redd, Jackson, Miss.; two daughters, Connie Barefield, Jackson, and Ellen Buckley, Columbus; three brothers, Gordon Redd, Gulfport, Ashley Redd, Laurel; Z. M. Redd, Rogue Chitto; two sisters, Julia Demuth and Nellie Carter, Gulfport; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, September, 1992, page 57.

Redd, Sarah A.

On the morning of June 4, 1897, at 9:30 oclock, the death angel visited the home of Brother T. B. Redd and removed from our midst our dear sister, Mrs. Sarah A. Redd. Sister Redd was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Sept. 25, 1852. Her father, Mr. Eakle, removed to Missouri, where he raised his family of eight children. Sister Redd was married to T. B. Redd, Feb. 23, 1875, afterwards moved to Texas, and for several years has been living in Fort Worth, where she died. She leaves behind her to fight the battle of life a husband and five childrenthree girls and two boys. Sister Redd was a faithful member of the South Side church of Christ, Fort Worth. So faithful was she to attend all the meetings of the church that if she was absent at any time we knew she was providentially hindered. She was an untiring worker for Christ, and did a great deal of work from house to house, inviting people to come to church and exhorting them to obey God. Her greatest work was most likely in her home, where she will be most missed and where her place can never be filled. Thus far she has succeeded in bringing her children up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. She realized the greatness of womans work in the home, where so many fail; and well did she discharge her duty. Many will call her blessed because of the goodness of her heart and her faithfulness to God. We feel sure that she walked with God, and God took her home to live with him. We exhort husband, children, brothers, and sisters to follow her, as she followed Christ; and soon will they meet her in the land of the blessed where no sad partings ever come. Sorrow not as those who have no hope. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors, and their works do follow them.

John E. Dunn.

Gospel Advocate, August 12, 1897, page 511.

Redding, Clementine Josephine

Clementine Josephine Redding was born on January 12, 1842, and departed this life on June 5, 1919. She was married to J. T. Redding on March 3, 1870, and to this union five children were bornthree girls and two boys. Two of the girls and one boy preceded her to the graveSister Lizzie Morrow, Sister Mary Murphy, and Brother James Newton Redding. They were faithful Christians and died in the hope of eternal life in the mansions prepared for the redeemed ones. Sister Redding loved the Bible and read it much, and she was well informed in the holy Scriptures. She was a fine student in school in her early life. Her last schooling was at Minerva College, where she proved herself of the finest type of womanhood. She rendered obedience to the Lord in her girlhood days and kept the faith to the end of the journey. She was loved and honored as one of the best women in the community in which she lived. I was very well acquainted with her life, and I believe she was one of the best women I ever knew. Besides her husband, she leaves one son, one daughter, and many friends to mourn over her departure. Her life has been a benediction to those with whom she came in contact. May the rich blessings of Heaven be upon each member of the family who remains upon the earth.

F. C. Sowell.

Gospel Advocate, September 18, 1919, page 924.

Redding, James Newton

James Newton Redding, son of Brother and Sister J. T. Redding, of Campbell Station, Tenn., was born on November 13, 1875, and died on April 19, 1919. At about the age of fourteen he was baptized by Brother E. G. Sewell and ever afterwards lived a consistent Christian life. On January 23, 1901, Brother Redding was married to Mary Etta Wilkes. They were fitted for and worthy of each other. Theirs was, indeed, a happy married life and a beautiful Christian home. Three childrenEverette, Mary, and Nealblessed their union and added to their happiness. In Brother Reddings life and home were demonstrated the beauties and realities of the Christian life. His life was, indeed, a living epistle, known and read of all who knew him. His going away marks a great loss, not only to his family and congregation, but to his entire community as well. Sympathy is extended to his aged parents, wife and children, brother and sister, and many friends. After funeral services conducted by the writer at the church where he had obeyed the gospel and worshiped all his life, he was buried near his home. Thus another one of Gods noble servants rests from his labors, and is works follow after him.

J. T. Clark.

Gospel Advocate, June 12, 1919, page 574.

Redding, Joseph Taylor

The years are swiftly passing by and our friends and brethren are now and then called away from their labors on earth. Their bodies we place in the grave and their spirits go to God who gave them. We greatly miss them in the associations and fraternal relations in this life. Years ago I became acquainted with a man for whom I formed a feeling of great attachment because of his manifest interest on the subject of Christianity. He was especially fully fixed and grounded on the proposition that Gods word is the only safe guide for the journey of life from time to an eternity of happiness. He maintained that he would neither work nor worship in the vineyard of the Lord outside the clearly revealed methods given in the inspired Scriptures. Joseph Taylor Redding lived in Maury County at Campbells Station. He was born on October 27, 1838, and died on April 3, 1920, in his eighty-second year. In the course of his life he had married four women. He was the father of seven childrenthree boys and four girls. Four of these children preceded him to the grave. Surviving are R. T. Redding; Mrs. J. E. Hobbs, of Campbells Station; and Mrs. Nettie Hodge, of Lynnville, Tenn. He had eighteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. His last wife, who died only a short time before his death, was the mother of all his children, save one. Her maiden name was Hardison, and a more devoted wife and consecrated Christian woman would be hard to find. Brother Redding became a Christian in early life. He had heard that Brother Wade Barret would preach at Robinsons Fork on a certain Sunday, and, having become convinced of his duty and understanding the conditions of entrance into the service of his Lord, he determined he would go to the meeting and be baptized. He took with him a change of raiment. At the close of the sermon, while a song was being sung, Brother Redding went forward and demanded baptism. He confessed his Savior and was baptized. No man, so far as I know, ever lived a more consistent, consecrated, Christian life from the day of obedience to the gospel to the close of his life. His integrity was unquestioned, his honesty unimpeached, and, so far as I know, his life as a Christian was never called in question. His life was an epistle read of all who knew him. He leaves the heritage of a good name to his progeny. May they emulate his exemplary life, and may the blessing of heaven be theirs.

James E. Scobey.

Gospel Advocate, June 24, 1920, page 679.

Reece, Howard W.

Howard W. Reece, a minister of the gospel for more than 55 years, died Dec. 15, 2000, at his home after a struggle with cancer. He was 84.

Reece had preached at various congregations in Tennessee and Mississippi.

He is survived by his wife, Ann, of Panama City; two sons, Jim, of West Lafayette, Ind., and Jack, of Panama City; and two grandchildren.

Panama City, Fla.

Gospel Advocate, January, 2001, page 45.

Reed, Elizabeth M.

Died, at her home in Reedsville, Miss., Sept. 13, 1893, our dearly beloved mother, Elizabeth M. Reed. She was 68 years of age. She was the daughter of Robert and Annie Wilson, and was born in Moulton, Lawrence county, Ala., Sept. 13, 1825. She obeyed Christ at the early age of fifteen, and lived a devoted Christian life up to the day of her death. She was never contented on Lords days if she was not permitted to go to the Lords house to worship, and her seat was never vacant unless prevented by sickness. The Christian Church at Sardis has indeed sustained a great loss. She was the mother of fifteen children, the grandmother of forty-two, and the great-grandmother of five. She leaves an aged husband, nine sons and daughters, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. Weep not, dear father, sisters, and brothers, as those who have no hope. Our dear mother is not lost, but only gone before.

Her Daughter.

Gospel Advocate, October 26, 1893, page 684.

Reed, Eula Altizer

Eula Altizer Reed, 89, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away June 7 in the Montgomery County Hospital. She was born into a Christian home Feb. 5, 1897, at Copper Valley, Va., and was baptized into Christ in May 1911.

She was the only child of James Russell and Mary Ellen Gordon Altizer. Her father was an elder in the Copper Valley church for many years, until his death in 1920.

Sister Reed attended Milligan College in Tennessee and Daleville College (now Bridgewater College) in Virginia. She was a teacher in the school systems of Floyd, Giles and Montgomery counties.

She had resided in Christiansburg for many years and was a member of that congregation. Although in poor health for the past 11 years, she had a zeal for life. She had been a civic leader and a talented writer of verse. She had written an inspiring poem titled Crosses, which had been published in Reflections poetry magazine and was read at her funeral service.

Sister Reed loved the church. Her Christian influence is visible in a number of people who are faithful Christians. Her generosity to friends, family and those in need is remembered by many.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ellen and H. I. Moses, two granddaughters, one grandson and four great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted June 9 at the Christiansburg Church of Christ by Clarence Lavender and Larry Phillips. Ellery Stafford and Ward Teel led the singing. Interment took place in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg.

Mary Ellen Moses., 112 Charmont Dr., Radford, VA 24141.

Gospel Advocate, October 2, 1986, page 612.

Reed, Ida

It is with sad and aching heart that I chronicle the death of my daughter-in-law, Ida Reed, who was killed by lightning, on March 7, 1903. Varnelle, her little girl, who was with her mother at the time, was severely stunned, but soon recovered. The house was ignited by the lightning; but, by the heroic efforts of kind neighbors, the flames were extinguished. Ida was the daughter of J. W. Weaver, who, with her mother, a devoted husband, a little girl, four brothers, and four sisters, survives her. She was twenty-four years, five months, and one day old. For four years she taught in the public schools of this county, and she instilled in the minds of her pupils pure and true ideas that will not be forgotten. She was married to Luther L. Reed in 1898, and became a member of the church of Christ in August, 1901, being baptized by Brother M. T. Barksdale. From the time of her obedience to the gospel she lived a devoted, Christian life. I do not think that during the five years she was in our family she received an unkind word, and I know that during that time she never spoke to any of us an unpleasant word. A happy home is broken up, a husband has lost his greatest and best possession, a little girl has lost her dearest treasure, and her many friends have lost a true friend. Ida has gone to the only perfect home, gone to await our coming; and if we will live faithful, we shall meet her in that home.

M. L. Reed.

Gospel Advocate, July 2, 1903, page 426.

Reed, Irma Gentry

Mrs. Irma Gentry Reed, age 65, died March 5, 1979, at Woodbury, Tenn., after an extended illness. She was a native of Canadian, Texas, but moved to Tennessee as a child. She was a member of the Curlee church of Christ and her husband is an elder of the Curlee church. She is survived by her husband, Ernest Reed, one son, Gail Reed, and one daughter, Joyce Bugg, two sisters and five grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted on March 7, 1979, by Clark Elkins and Charles Taylor. Burial was at Thyatira Cemetery, Bradyville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 12, 1979, page 235.

Reed, John T.

Died at his home near Fulton, Miss., Sept. 1, 1887 of flux and slow fever our much loved brother, John T. Reed in his 39th year. He was one of the elders of Union Grove church, and one of its most efficient members. He preached by word and by example. At his death he was living with his second wife, his first and two children had passed away some ten years ago. He leaves a wife and four children two by his first wife to mourn his loss, which is great both as a husband and father. He was kind and indulgent and one of the truest of men. He will be greatly missed by the church and in every relation in life. He was always on hand at our Lords day meetings.

He admonished all to live nearer God and the word of his grace. His address to his wife and children, his aged father and mother, brother and sisters requesting them to meet him in the city of God, was the most touching.

Let us not weep as those that have no hope, but see that your last days be like his, full of hope.

J. B. Billingsley.

Gospel Advocate, September 28, 1887, page 623.

Reed, Lawrence

Lawrence Reed, fifty-two, minister of the church, passed away very suddenly at his home, 725 Seventh Street, New Philadelphia, Ohio, on Wednesday morning, April 20, at 10:40 A. M., of a heart attack. He had been in ill-health for one and one-half years, but his untimely death was totally unexpected. A native of Tennessee, Brother Reed was born November 2, 1896, a son of the late James H. and Fannie Winton Reed. He had resided in New Philadelphia for one and one-half years. Surviving are his wife (Lurlia A. Prater Reed), a son (Felix of New Philadelphia), two daughters (Mrs. Richard Howard of South Bend, Ind.; and Mrs. Steve Winton of La Porte, Ind.), two brothers (Roy of Manchester, Tenn., and Frank of Oak Ridge, Tenn.), four sisters (Mrs. Joseph Priest of Centertown, Tenn.; Mrs. Lee Priest of Sparta, Tenn.; Mrs. Clyde Johnson of Chattanooga, Tenn.; and Mrs. C. C. Holstead of Clinton, Tenn.), and six grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Thursday afternoon, April 21, at the Kaserman Funeral Home in New Philadelphia, with Robert Cooper of Barnesville, Ohio, officiating, assisted by George W. Fahner of Uhrichsville, Ohio; George Cope of New Philadelphia, Ohio; Lawrence J. Stine of Zanesville, Ohio; and Harry Postlewaite of Barnesville, Ohio. Following services the body was removed to the John High Funeral Home, McMinnville, Tenn., where further services were to be held on Lords-day afternoon, April 24. Burial was to be made there. The church has lost a faithful, devoted servant, who constantly was at work for the betterment of those around him.

George W. Fahner., Uhrichsville, Ohio.

Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1949, page 286.

Reed, Martha C.

Sister Martha C. Reed died on January 7, 1921, at the City Infirmary, Huntsville, Ala. She was married to James T. Reed on August 3, 1881, and to this union two sons and six daughters were born. Her husband and seven children are left to mourn their loss. Mrs. Reeds maiden name was Moody. She was born in Cannon County, Tenn., on July 6, 1855. In her girlhood days she heard the gospel preached by Jesse Sewell, and at the age of seventeen believed and was baptized, and ever afterwards lived a loving, faithful, dutiful child of God till called from earth. Sister Reed, with her husband, had been a member of the West Huntsville congregation for about eighteen years. She loved the church and attended the Lords-day worship regularly. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. Funeral services were conducted by Brother C. M. Pullias, of Birmingham, Ala., in the presence of a large concourse of sorrowing friends and loved ones. Burial at Maple Hill Cemetery.

E. D. Carlisle.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1921, page 295.

Reed, Stanley Oneil

Stanley Oneil Reed, son of W. W. and Mollie Reed, on his return from church on Saturday night, August 10, 1907, was thrown from his horse and received injuries from which he died in about five hours. He was born on December 19, 1883. He confessed his Savior and was baptized into Christ by J. L. Underwood about six years before his death. During this time he lived a consistent member of the church. He seldom failed to be present at the meetings on the first day of the week. He was of a kind and generous disposition and was held in high esteem by those who knew him. May we all so live that we may have the pleasure of seeing and being with Neil in the better world beyond.

Fulton, Miss.

Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1907, page 634.

Reed, Walter Scott

Walter Scott Reed, son of William and Louisa Cooley Reed, was born at Cottontown, Sumner County, Tenn., October 17, 1871. He departed this life March 3, 1953. He was baptized into Christ October 3, 1915, and was a faithful Christian to the end of his earth-life. He served as teacher of the adult Bible class in the church at Cottontown for many years, and had also served as treasurer for the church for a long period. He was an influential man in his community because of his splendid character and excellent personality. He was postmaster at Cottontown for years, but had retired a few years ago. His first marriage was to Mrs. Margaret Amos Pitt, who died in 1926. He was married to Miss Laura Brazier in 1928. She survives, and he is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Annie Cotton, of Gallatin, and two brothers, N. R. Reed, of Portland, Tenn., and Odie Reed, of ONeil, Calif. The funeral service was conducted in the church house at Cottontown, Thursday, March 5, by George Ryan, assisted by Frank Jernigan, and this writer. The interment was in the Gallatin Cemetery, with prayer at the grave by W. C. Reeder.

I. D. Boyd.

Gospel Advocate, March 26, 1953, page 190.

Reed, William

It falls to my sad lot to note the death of our beloved father, William Reed, who was born in Lancaster District, South Carolina, in the year 1818, and moved to Itawamba County, Miss., with his father when he was twelve years old, where he lived until his death, which occurred, at his home, Oct. 10, 1895, aged 76 years, 9 months, and 13 days. He was married to E. M. Wilson in 1843, with whom he lived till her death, two years ago. He was the father of fifteen children, and nine are livingfive boys and four girlsall married except one, and all belong to the Christian church. He had fifty-five grandchildren, all living except eight, and seven great-grandchildren. He joined the Christian church about the year 1850, under the preaching of Robert Ursry, and has lived a devoted Christian ever since. He always fed the hungry and poor. His home was the home of the preachers. Robert Ursry died at his house. For a number of years he had been a sufferer of catarrh in his head, but with that patience and fortitude that has ever adorned his Christian character he bore his sufferings without much complaint until the summons called him to his eternal rest in the presence of his God. He was well posted in the Bible, delighted in the Lords-day service, and was always found at his post of duty. No better legacy could have been left his children and grandchildren than his long life of almost spotless reputation. He said he was not afraid to die. To his sorrowing children and many friends: We will not sorrow as those that have no hope, for if we all live godly in this world we will meet pa again where there is life and joy forevermore.

M. L. Reed.

Gospel Advocate, December 12, 1895, page 796.

Reeder, Eula Mae Bomar

Mrs. W. C. Reeder, the former Eula Mae Bomar, passed this life November 26, 1962, at 5:00 P.M., at her home in Portland, Tenn. Sister Reeder had been battling an incurable disease for ten years. Her manner of passing was an answer to her prayers. She prayed to be active to the end and pass away calmly. On Sunday morning, before her passing on Monday afternoon, she went to worship her Lord at Bushs Chapel, where her husband preached. She was able to do this by her strong faith, courage and the help of God. For thirty-seven and one-half years Sister Reeder was at the side of her husband, W. C. Reeder, as his loyal companion and helpmeet. They worked together as faithful servants of the Lord. Her husband worked in Florida, Alabama and Tennessee, preaching the gospel. Sister Reeder was known in many other states where her husband conducted gospel meetings. Her character, work and faithfulness to the Lord was esteemed highly in every place she was known. J. B. Gaither, B. F. Jernigan, and the writer conducted her funeral at the Portland church of Christ. She is survived by her husband; one daughter, Mrs. Delma Long of Montgomery, Ala.; one grandson, Billy Long; two sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Whittam of New Jersey, and Mrs. Elizabeth Henry, Tampa, Fla.; and many, many friends. She was born in Henry County, Tenn., on June 25, 1898, and laid to rest in Maple Hill Cemetery, Portland, Tenn., November 29, 1962.

Maurice C. ONeal.

Gospel Advocate, December 20, 1962, page 815.

Reeder, Leslie Ray

Leslie Ray Reeder, aged twenty, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Reeder of Portland, Tenn., was killed instantly in a car and truck accident at Vallejo, Calif., on September 16. The remains arrived in Portland September 25. Funeral services were conducted at the church in Portland September 26 by Eugene W. Clevenger, Frank Jernigan, and J. J. Reynolds. Interment was in National Cemetery at Nashville. Ray had been a faithful member of the church since he was eleven years of age. He was an excellent song leader and often in his fathers absence would preach in his stead. He had been in the navy fourteen months, enlisting after one year at David Lipscomb College, where he was a premedical student. His aim in life was to be a physician and render physical as well as spiritual aid to his fellow man.

Gospel Advocate, October 13, 1949, page 655.

Reese, Anthony W.

Anthony W. Reese, aged seventy-seven years, died at the family home, near Nashville, Ark., Wednesday, January 4, 1928, his death resulting after only a few minutes illness of neuralgia of the heart. However, he had been in failing health for several months. Brother Reese had been a consistent member and an elder of the church of Christ at Blue Bayou for many years, and in his death the church here has suffered a very great loss. He was a friend and a neighbor loved by all for his wonderful traits of character and Christian living. He loved the church and no one who knew him doubted his sincerity. He will surely be missed by his host of friends and loved ones. He is survived by his wife and three childrenMrs. L. E. Sutton and Misses Viola and Katie Reese, all of Nashville. When such a noble and gracious life, abounding in beauty, is crowned by the blessed name of Jesus in obedience to his word, how sweet the hope of eternal reward!

Mrs. Clyde Neece.

Gospel Advocate, February 2, 1928, page 118.

Reese, Cowan

Brother Cowan Reese died at his home, No. 7 Tweed Street, Nashville, Tenn., Aug. 1, 1897. He was born in Lincoln County, Tenn., in 1846, being fifty-one years of age. All through his suffering of seven weeks he was patient, and expressed his willingness to enter the spirit land. He obeyed the gospel in 1890, and has ever since been battling in the great Christian warfare. He was a member of Gay Street Christian church, Elder Samuel F. Davis taking his confession and baptizing him. He leaves a devoted wife, one son, and a host of friends to mourn their loss. We mourn the sad taking away of our brother, but find consolation in the thought that our loss is his gain, and that the hour will arrive when there will be a glorious meeting in that home above, where there will be no sickness and sorrow and where partings are unknown.

M. V. Brayboy.

Gospel Advocate, September 30, 1897, page 620.

Reese, John G.

John G. Reese was born January 4, 1903, in the Blue Bayou Community (Howard County), Ark. Isaac E. Tackett baptized him into Christ in August, 1915. He began preaching in Nashville, Tenn., in 1924, while attending David Lipscomb College. He graduated from Lipscomb and Harding College.

Brother Reese preached for the following churches of Christ in Texas; McLean, Childress, Vernon, Longview, Amarillo (two churches), and Dumas. In Arkansas, he preached for the churches in Magnolia, Hope and Chapel Hill. Outside of these states, he preached for churches in Clovis, N.M., Monroe, La., and also Norman, Okla. He preached in gospel meetings throughout the United States.

During the years 1934-37, he served as president of the board and business manager of Harding College. After retirement from full-time preaching, he served in the development office of Lubbock Christian College, Lubbock, Texas, for some six years. Until two months before his death, March 10, 1978, he preached for the Chapel Hill church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Roxanna Huddleston Reese of Mineral Springs, Ark.; two daughters, Mrs. Eloise Lawrence of Fairborn, Ohio and Mrs. Jonnie Croom of Oklahoma City, Okla., eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted at the Latimer Funeral Home, Nashville, Ark., March 13, 1978, by Milton Peebles of Hope, Ark., assisted by Jack Gardner, Glenwood, Ark., and Harley E. Sisson, Hope, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1978, page 266.

Reeves, Alice Epperson

Funeral services for my mother, Mrs. H. P. Reeves, nee Alice Epperson, were conducted from the auditorium of the Rives (Tennessee) church of Christ at 10:30 A. M., on October 24, 1952. Mother passed away at 11 P.M., October 22, after a prolonged illness. She was born July 1, 1882, in the Beech community, Obion County, Tenn. She was the daughter of John Epperson and Laura Jarrett Epperson. Her life was spent largely in Obion County. She was a great lover of instrumental music. For many years she taught piano. Several years were spent teaching in Oklahoma City. Mother was married to Henry Putnam Reeves in 1911. For the past forty years they have resided at Rives, Tenn. During much of this time she was ill. In fact, I can hardly remember when she enjoyed good health. Surviving are Dad, myself and Robert Louis Reeves, of Chase, Ala; six grandchildren, two brothers, Tom Epperson, of Memphis, Tenn., and Pierce Epperson, of Tucson, Ariz.; one sister, Mrs. G. G. Breen, of Pecos, Texas. Sidney Astin, minister at Union City, Tenn., brought a very comforting message. At the graveside I read an oration which I had delivered some twenty years ago on Founders Day at David Lipscomb College, entitled, The Queen of the Home. Interment was at the West Hill cemetery near Rives. The deacons of the Rives Church served as active pallbearers; the elders as honorary pallbearers. Mother was a gracious, good woman. She was a devoted wife, a godly mother and a loyal Christian. She has joined the angel band. Some day, by Gods grace, we shall meet her again.

Homer Putnam Reeves.

Gospel Advocate, December 18, 1952, page 830.

Reeves, Elizabeth J.

Elizabeth J. Reeves (nee McCorkle) was born in Dyer County, Tenn., on September 7, 1836. She was married to H. W. Reeves on December 19, 1861. This union was blessed with eight childrenthree sons and five daughtersall of whom are now Christian men and women. One son, W. L. Reeves, is a preacher of the gospel of no mean ability. Sister Reeves obeyed the gospel in early life under the preaching of Brother Banteau, one of the pioneer preachers of this country. Brother Reeves died twenty-two years ago, when most of their children were small, leaving his good wife to care for and bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, which she did as only a pure, Christian mother can do. On December 22, 1905, she breathed her last, when her spirit, freed from its tenement of clay, went to that rest that remains to the people of God. Services were conducted by the writer in the church house at Gadsden, Tenn., where for years she had assembled with the saints, after which her body was laid to rest, to await the resurrection of the just. May we meet her in that happy home.

J. L. Holland.

Gospel Advocate, March 29, 1906, page 203.

Reeves, Eula Riggs

Sister Eula Riggs Reeves was born on July 4, 1884. She obeyed the gospel, being baptized on August 26, 1897. Thus she became a Christian at a young and tender age. She was married to Brother W. L. Reeves at her fathers home near Morganfield, Ky., on December 25, 1912. She and her husband left at once for Pensacola, Fla., where Brother Reeves has been engaged in preaching. Sister Eula entered heartily into the work with her husband until she was taken sick. Everything that medical skill and loving, tender hands could do was done for her, but she was taken away, departing this life on April 3, 1913. Her life was not long upon this earth, but it was filled with deeds of the Christ-like life which left their imprint upon her relatives and many friends where she was raised. She loved God, Christ, and the church. She was a Christian in the highest sense. Under all conditions she was the same kind, thoughtful, generous, courteous, and unselfish character. Those who knew her best have said many nice things about her which portrays her Christian character. Some one said in substance: Nothing you could say that is good is too good to be said of her. I have known her from childhood. She went to school to me for years. She would not misrepresent anything under any condition. To know her was to love her. Some one said: I never knew so many good qualities combined in one person. After her death she was brought back to her fathers home. The writer spoke some few words of comfort and consolation to the many friends and relatives who assembled at the New Liberty Church building. The body was then laid to rest in the silent city of the dead.

C. C. Houston., Poole, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, June 19, 1913, page 596.

Reeves, Mrs. George

Sister Reeves was born on March 24, 1833. Her maiden name was Sellars. She was baptized by a Baptist minister in the fall of 1855. She united with the church of Christ at old Mont Rose, west of Fulton, in 1866. Her husband, George Reeves, died in 1892. The home of Sister Reeves for the last few years was Mayfield, Ky., where she departed this life on February 6, 1914. This is the short obituary of a splendid Christian woman. It was my pleasure to form her acquaintance during my meeting in Mayfield last September. I also, in connection with Brother Howell, tried to say words of consolation at the burial. She impressed me as being industrious, patient, and zealous. Even while she was unable to sit up longer than a few minutes, she continued to work, doing sewing while on the bed. Death always brings with it a sense of sadness; but where one has lived out the time allotted by nature, earth has little more to offer. So when the evening is reached the anticipations of the home of the soul grow brighter in the heart of a Christian. Let us not look on the departure of Sister Reeves as a calamity, but as leaving a life that was full of care and sorrow and entering one of rest, to await the glorious reunion of Gods people over there.

C. S. Austin.

Gospel Advocate, March 26, 1914, page 362.

Reeves, Henry Putnam

Henry Putnam Reeves was born in a log cabin, near the Big Bend of Duck River, south of Waverly, Humphreys County, Tenn., on February 21, 1880. He was one of four children born to Isaac and Elizabeth Clark Reeves. In 1910 he was married to Miss Tommie Council. After a short time Miss Tommie died, and in 1912 he was united in marriage with Miss Alice Epperson of the Beech Community, Union City. To this union two sons were born, Robert and the writer. Brother Reeves was baptized into Christ in August, 1896. For many years he served as an elder and treasurer of the church at Rives. Basically, he was a mechanic. He followed the blacksmith trade for the major part of his adult life. Then he went into the hardware business. For several years he was assistant cashier of the Farmers and Merchants Bank at Rives. He suffered a severe stroke at his home in Rives in the early days of January. He was removed to the Obion County Hospital, Union City, and then to the Williamson County Hospital in Franklin where he expired on February 1, 1961. His summons came about nine years following the death of his wife. Prayer services were conducted by Herbert Robinson in Franklin on the evening of February 2, and on the following day final rites were held at Union City by John B. Hardeman and Wilson Holliday. Interment at the family plot, Clemmons Hill, near Rives. Survivors include the two sons and one sister, Mrs. Clyde Thomas of Paris.

Homer Putnam Reeves.

Gospel Advocate, March 2, 1961, page 144.

Reeves, Homer P.

Homer P. Reeves, 75, died in Georgetown, Texas, after 57 years of preaching the gospel. Born in Obion County, Tenn., he later attended David Lipscomb College, Harding College, the School of Religion of Vanderbilt University, Union Theological Seminary, and Columbia University, where he obtained a masters degree.

Reeves served congregations in Florida, Arkansas, Alabama, New York, Texas, Tennessee, Georgia, Arizona and Louisiana, and initiated building programs in 14 congregations. A writer, speaker and debater, he continued his radio and newspaper evangelism until shortly before his death.

He leaves his wife, Anita; two daughters, Jewell Marie Ramming of Wichita Falls, Texas, and Francis Frost of Georgetown; a son, Homer Jr., of Nashville, Tenn.; a brother, Robert of Huntsville, Ala.; and three grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1988, page 56.

Reeves, T. B.

Fifty-four years ago, near Paint Rock, Humphreys County, Tenn., Brother T. B. Reeves was born. About twenty-one years ago he was born again by obeying the gospel of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. On March 23, 1905, he left the storm-beaten shores of time and crossed over to the other side. He leaves a heart-broken wife to weep and mourn; and as they had no children, her weeping is all alone. Her all, upon whom she could lean, is goneyes, gone forever. In the death of Brother Reeves the church has lost a stanch member; the community, one of its best citizens; and the wife, one of the very best and kindest of husbands. He loved the church and its worship as given in the blessed old Bible, and was firm in his opposition to any departure therefrom. He was kind, just, and generous. Let us live so as to meet Brother Reeves in a fairer, brighter, purer, and lovelier world than this.

John R. Williams.

Gospel Advocate, May 18, 1905, page 315.

Reeves, W. L.

W. L. Reeves was born November 24, 1871, near Gadsden, Tenn.; died Sunday morning, July 17, 1938. At the age of fourteen he was baptized by T. E. Scott. Fourteen years later he began preaching, and was active in this work for many years. He did not seek places where the church was strong, but remained on the religious frontiers, often working with his hands for his support. On December 25, 1912, he was married to Miss Eula Riggs, of Morganfield, Ky. She passed the following April. He was married again on October 30, 1917, to Miss Nina Lenora Harper, of this community. He is survived by his wife, two sons (Willie Leander and Wyatt Anderson), two daughters (Eunice Elizabeth and Eula Lois), all of this community, and two brothers (W. E. and H. W. Reeves), of Gadsden, Tenn. Brother Reeves was one of the senior members of Warners Chapel Church, where the funeral services were conducted by the writer, with a large gathering of friends present.

Elam Kuykendall., Route 1, Clemmons, N. C.

Gospel Advocate, September 29, 1938, page 927.

Reeves, William (Bill)

William (Bill) Reeves passed away in Escondido, Calif., on Feb. 17, 1981. He was born in 1913 Midlothian, Texas, where he was also laid to rest. Though baptized by Horace Busby as a young boy, he was discipled in Dallas in the 1940s. He came to believe the great commission and spent his life acting as if he believed it. He worked his way through Abilene Christian College as a journeyman electrician. While a student, he led other students into parts of Abilene to knock doors and preach. He developed several Timothys during those days. Training and encouraging others was a large part of his lifes work.

Perhaps his greatest contributions were in the New Jersey area and in Hong Kong. Stephan Ma, a current worker in Red China, was taught and encouraged by Bill.

His last years were spent in Escondido, Calif. He had a passion for spreading the gospel through inexpensive tracts. After a stroke in 1977, he worked on, suiting his weakness to weak places. Jule Miller films replaced a faltering tongue. Bill fought to the end and left a good example. His faithful wife Marguerite, who constantly worked by his side, lives at 2280 East Valley Parkway, Space # 6, Escondido, Calif. 92027. He also leaves a son, Paul D. Reeves of Azle, Texas; a daughter, Carolyn Shugart of Escondido; and six grandchildren.

James Gibbs.

Gospel Advocate, May 7, 1981, page 281.

Reeves, Willis L.

Willis L. Reeves was born November 24, 1871, near Gadsden, Tenn. My fathers family and his lived only two or three miles apart. Willis and I attended the same school and church till we went away to college. His father and mother, with seven children, were all members of the church. It was an honorable family, outstanding for its integrity and Christian character in the community. Three of the seven children became teachers, and my first school teacher was Brother Willis sister. His oldest brother and I were freshmen in college together. Only three of the seven children still live. He never did anything but preach the gospel. For the most part he made tents and supported himself in his efforts to lead men into the kingdom of heaven. His last years were spent in Winston-Salem, N. C. Brother Reeves was twice married. His first companion lived only a few months. His widow and four children still live. He lived a worthy and commendable life. His conduct through his whole life was never reproachful to the cause of our Lord. The Christians hope is never so uplifting as it is in the hours of grief, sorrow, and loneliness, and it never shines so bright as in the darkest hour.

J. N. Armstrong.

Gospel Advocate, December 29, 1938, page 1231.

Register, Jennie Thornton

Mrs. Jennie Thornton Register, widow of the late Norman Register, departed from this life September 24, 1940, at the age of sixty-seven years. She was born in Tennessee, and while young in life she obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of John Morton, at Pinewood, Tenn. In 1910 she moved to Dallas, Texas, and remained there until her death. She is survived by three sons (Flavil, Vic, and Norman Register, all of Dallas) and two daughters (Mrs. W. R. Reeves, of Dallas, and Mrs. C. E. Scott, of Shawnee, Okla.). I lived with the Scotts for two years while working with the church in Shawnee, and learned to know and love Sister Register. She was a fine Christian woman. She spent the last five years of her life as an invalid, but bore her suffering patiently. I conducted the funeral services in Dallas. A very large crowd was in attendance.

Perry B. Cotham.

Gospel Advocate, October 24, 1940, page 1031.

Rehkop, Sarah Josephine (Lawson)

Sarah Josephine (Lawson) Rehkop was born in Mine La Motte, Mo., June 22, 1875. She died in Pomona, Calif., August 14, 1954, age seventy-nine years, one month and twenty-two days. She married Charles Rehkop in 1892. Ten children were born to the union: eight boys and two girls. Brother Rehkop preceded her in death a few years. She is survived by Seth, a preacher; Grant, an elder; and Charles and Raymond; Mrs. Ruth Hermison and Mrs. Dorothea Taylor. Eight grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Sister Rehkop became a member of the church about sixty years ago. She was known for her devotion to home, the church and a host of friends. Her hospitality was enjoyed by hundreds. During the last few years she suffered considerably. The family invited me to speak words to the living at her funeral. Brethren Royse, Wright and Hester assisted.

J. E. Wainwright.

Gospel Advocate, September 2, 1954, page 701.

Reid, Roddy Royal, Sr.

Roddy Royal Reid, Sr., kept the universal appointment June 23 at the age of seventy-two. Funeral services were conducted June 25 at the Greenville church where he was an elder for the last fourteen years. Burial was in the family lot in the Cleveland cemetery. Brother Reid was born in Baywood, La. In 1914 he moved to Cleveland, Miss., and in 1927 he moved to Stringtown, near Greenville. In 1931 he obeyed the gospel. His and two other families formed a small rural congregation until 1945 when they joined forces in Greenville with Christians meeting in the city hall. Brother Reid was ordained an elder in 1946. Inasmuch as he was semi-retired (being the business agent of the carpenters union), he gave an unusually large among of his time to the work of an elder. The church increased from a group of sixty to above three hundred, built and outgrew one building and then erected one of the largest and finest church buildings in Greenville. He leaves his wife, three sons, six daughters, twenty-four grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Harold C. Key.

Gospel Advocate, July 21, 1960, page 463.

Rekhop, Dwight

Dwight Rekhop of Taylor, Mich., passed away suddenly with a heart attack Jan. 22. Brother Rekhop was well-known in the Downriver area where he served on the Downriver Lectureship Committee for many years, was a faithful supporter of the Downriver Singing and was an active supporter of Luckett Christian Academy at Taylor, and Michigan Christian College.

I first knew Dwight in the old River Rouge congregation where I was preaching by appointments in 1941. His parents and in-laws were all faithful members of the congregation and worked with many of his relatives in various congregations in the Detroit area.

He is a former elder of the Ecorse congregation, preached in that area as needed, a dedicated student of the Bible, and ready unto every good work in the Detroit area.

The funeral service was conducted by Royce Dickinson, former minister of the Ecorse congregation.

He is survived by his wife, Monice, a son, Bart, and two grandchildren, and a grand-nephew they were rearing. Also, a host of relatives and brethren who will miss him for the dedicated Christian that he was.

Doyle F. Earwood., Lake Placid, FL

Gospel Advocate, March 7, 1985, page 154.

Reneau, Nancy Arimathea Smith

On September 23, 1918, the death angel came to the home of Elder J. W. Reneau, of Eighty-Eight, Ky., and claimed for its victim his devoted wife. Sister Reneau, before her marriage, was Miss Nancy Arimathea Smith, a granddaughter of the pioneer, Raccoon John Smith. She was born on May 29, 1851. She became a member of the one body on October 10, 1873, being baptized by Elder Isaac T. Reneau. Sister Reneau was the wife of the well-known J. W. Reneau, who for over thirty years has been proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ in its purity and simplicity. She was a faithful member of the church of Christ that worships at Eighty-eight, and will be missed, for her kind and pleasant conversation always showed the spirit of Christ. It is difficult to comprehend the circumstances of life and the providence of God, but we rejoice to believe that God does all things well and that all things work together for good to them that love the Lord. A great number of friends from far and near, as well as relatives, attended the funeral services, which were conducted by the writer at Refuge church of Christ, Eighty-eight. Her body was laid to rest in the beautiful little cemetery there.

Emmett Creacy.

Gospel Advocate, October 31, 1918, page 1051.

Renfro, Eunice Davis

Eunice Davis Renfro was born October 20, 1887, the daughter of Joel Davis and Leona Sanderson Davis. Her father was a plantation owner and a gospel preacher. She was reared in Highland Home, Ala., where her father moved his family so that they would have the advantages of the college operated by J. M. Barnes and Samuel Jordan. On September 13, 1911, she married Guy Irving Renfro, one of the professors of the Highland Home College from which she graduated. He is a faithful gospel preacher. Besides her husband, Mrs. Renfro is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Constance R. Fulmer, and a son, Guy L. Renfro, and five grandchildren, Connie, Eunice and Clydetta Fulmer, Antha and Guy Joel Renfro. She died October 19, after an illness of five months, and on her seventy-second birthday. On October 20 her body was laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery in Montgomery, Ala. The writer, her son-in-law, conducted the service. Mrs. Renfro was an outstanding Christian woman. She loved the Lord devoutly. She loved the Bible, its study, its teaching and preaching. The church was always first in her thinking and life. Her faith was firm and unwavering, never sacrificing a principle for any cause. She was pure in heart, life and speech. The Christian virtues were hers, especially in love, kindness, tenderness, forgiveness and self-forgetfulness. She was industrious and peace-loving, and exemplified the qualities of a worthy woman of Prov. 31, being always a devoted and capable wife and mother. From before their birth, she began to plan and to work that her children might have the advantages of a Christian education. Both of them attended David Lipscomb College and Harding College. She believed in Christian education and was happy that all of her grandchildren are in Christian schools. Never have I seen one who came so near practicing Deut. 6:6-8 in teaching diligently Gods word to her children, to her grandchildren and wherever she went. Her children rise up, and call her blessed: her husband, also, and he praiseth her. She lived quietly and served humbly, with her husband near Montgomery for almost fifty years. With a calm faith and a serene spirit, she came to the close of life here, as one who had lived as Abraham, a pilgrim and stranger traveling to that city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God. Her works follow after her: her example is ever before us whose lives were so abundantly blessed through her wonderful Christian influence.

Clyde E. Fulmer.

Gospel Advocate, March 3, 1960, page 143.

Renfro, Guy Irving

Guy Irving Renfro, a preacher and a teacher of the gospel for about seventy years, died October 29, 1972, at the age of eighty-eight.

He was born at Hardyville, Ky., September 4, 1884. He was educated at Potter Bible College, Bowling Green, Ky., 1904-1908. He began teaching at Western Bible and Literary College, Odessa, Mo., 1908-1909. He came to Alabama and taught at Highland Home College 1909-1916, at Barnes School for Boys in Montgomery 1918-1919, and at David Lipscomb College 1919-1920.

In 1910, while teaching at Highland Home he began preaching for the churches at Strata, in lower Montgomery County, an at Industry in Butler County and he preached for them almost continuously more than sixty years. During these years he preached also in many other places throughout central and southern Alabama.

On September 13, 1911, he married Eunice Davis who was his wonderful helpmeet for forty-eight years, until her death. He is survived by two daughters: Audrey Renfro of Louisville, Ky., and Mrs. Constance Fulmer of Montgomery, Ala., one son, Guy L. Renfro, Gadsden, Tenn., one brother, Bernice Renfro, Louisville, Ky., one grandson, Guy Joe Renfro, a student at David Lipscomb College and four granddaughters: Mrs. Antha R. Taylor of Eufuala, Ala., Dr. Constance M. Fulmer who teaches at David Lipscomb College, Nashville; Mrs. Eunice F. Wells, Bowling Green, Ky., and Clydetta Fulmer of Montgomery, Ala.

He was a reader of the Gospel Advocate for almost all of his life. He accomplished much good and was well known and loved for his many years of faithful service for the Lord.

Funeral services and burial were in Montgomery, Ala., on November 1, 1972.

Clyde E. Fulmer.

Gospel Advocate, March 22, 1973, page 191.

Renshaw, Doris W. Thigpen

Doris Dot W. Thigpen Renshaw, wife of John H. Renshaw, instructor in Memphis School of Preaching, departed this life to be with the Lord March 31 at 9:05 p.m. She is survived by her husband, one son, Sidney, one daughter, Jonetta Beck and four grandchildren, all of Memphis. Also, by two sisters and two brothers. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery, Gardendale, Alabama, near Birmingham.

When Elisha the prophet asked of the Shunamite woman, Wilt thou be spoken for to the king? she answered, I dwell among mine own people. Such humility characterized Dot Renshaw. She never sought prominence, but quietly served the Lord, loved His truth and His church and faithfully supported brother Renshaw as he preached the gospel. Hers was a life of service highly worthy of emulation. Respect for her was evidenced by the array of beautiful flowers, and the coming of friends from various places afar, as Tennessee, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. A few remarks from the funeral address follow:

The chariot of the Lord swept low, and His servant was caught up into the Paradise of God, where scenes of indescribable beauty burst upon her view. Another jewel of splendor rare was added to the glittering hosts of heaven. A glorious change was experienced by her as the angels came and ministered to her as she was swept into the home of the soul, where she is now sitting down in the kingdom with Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Peter, James, John, Paul and all the noble women who grace the pages of Gods Book. She has entered the glorious rest in store for the people of God, to an inheritance incorruptible, undefiled, that fadeth not away. Other appropriate remarks were based upon the Worthy Woman described in Proverbs 31.

Dot Renshaw had been in bad health much of the time for some 25 years. For about 20 years her problem had been misdiagnosed, and she suffered needlessly. About five years ago, at Mayo Clinic, she learned for the first time of her problemsstrokes. She suffered much of the past year. In all these years never was heard a word of complaint from her or brother Renshaw. He and Jonetta cared for her day and night, like a baby. She will be greatly missed, but none would bring her back to suffer as she had. She was a faithful Christian and wife, loving and caring mother and friend to the poor. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, yea saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors... Servant of God, well done, Thy glorious warfare past, the battle is fought, the race is won, and thou are crowned at last. Funeral remarks were made by E. S. McKenzie and this writer.

R. J. Hearn.

Gospel Advocate, May 3, 1984, page 283.

Respess, William Arthur

William Arthur Respess Jr., a native of Pantego, N.C., died June 25, at the age of 71.

Respess preached for 11 years in Tennessee, Mississippi, North Carolina and Virginia.

He worked as a machinist specialist at Newport News Shipyard for 27 years, preaching for numerous churches in the meantime.

He served as an elder at the Hampton Church of Christ for 10 years.

Respess is survived by his wife, Sue Bradley Respess; four children, Isham Respess, Clarita Gay, Billie Sue Miller and James Respess; and seven grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, October, 1994, page 58.

Revis, Ida Mai

On the afternoon of August 26, 1930, at 3:45 P.M., the home of Mrs. G. C. Hicks was shrouded in the deepest gloom and sadness when the pure spirit of her daughter, Ida Mai Revis, passed from earth to her home not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. She was born on August 26, 1899. For thirty-one years she lived, loved, and labored among us. For a soul to pass away on the anniversary of its advent into the world is unusual; but this is quite in harmony with Idas life. In many more respects she was an unusual young lady. I know not words to fully portray the beauty of her character. Even in youth she was earnest and diligent in studying her Bible, and early in the morning of life she gave her heart to Jesus and was baptized into his church, and faithfully endeavored to walk humbly in submission to his command, not fashioning herself after this world. Unless providentially hindered, she was a regular attendant at the house of the Lord. For the past three years she worshiped at the Hillsboro church of Christ. She was an affectionate and dutiful daughter. In truth, she was altogether lovely in this life. The Christian virtuesfaith, knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and loveabounded in Idas daily life. Such a character should be an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be missed by her neighbors, in the church, and especially in the home circle. A host of friends mourn the untimely death of this pure, sweet girl, and deeply sympathize with the bereaved sister and mother, whose hearts are now torn and bleeding. The Lord bless thee, and keep thee: the Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: the Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. Touching and appropriate funeral services were conducted at the parlors of Roesch, Johnson & Charlton by Brother T. Q. Martin and Brother J. P. Sanders, of the Hillsboro church of Christ, after which her body was laid to rest at the Spring Hill Cemetery in a grave from friends and relatives, and a fit emblem of her beautiful life, whose influence still lingers about us like sweet fragrance.

Mrs. A. O. McKennon.

Gospel Advocate, February 19, 1931, page 215.

Reynolds, A. S.

Brother A. S. Reynolds was born on December 26, 1811, and died on March 5, 1899; aged eighty-seven years, two months, and nine days. He married Ermine Steel on December 22, 1836, who, in July, 1855, left this world for the paradise of God. To them six children were born, five of whom are still living. Brother Reynolds was truly a man of God, and died in the triumphs of a living faith. He had been a member of the church more than sixty years, and during all that time stood faithful to the trust committed unto him. A large concourse of relatives and friends gathered at the cemetery, where, by request, the funeral services were conducted by the writer of this article. I tried to speak words of comfort to the bereaved; and while every heart was bowed in grief, yet we grieved not as those who have no hope. Brother Reynolds brought up his children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, and lived to see them all in the church of Christ. His was a faithful and useful life, and the world was made better by his having lived in it. May God bless the bereaved relatives.

J. H. Lawson., Whitewright, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, April 13, 1899, page 238.

Reynolds, Archibald Spencer

Archibald Spencer Reynolds was born near Abbeyville, Ala., March 28, 1853, and passed at his home at Esto, Fla., January 5, at the ripe age of nearly eighty-one years. Father left a widow and twelve children to mourn his untimely passing. At the age of nineteen father was baptized by the lamented A. C. Borden, and began immediately to preach the word. For nearly sixty-two years it was the greatest joy of his life to preach Christ and him crucified, and the last act of his life was the day before his death, to call for the Bible and preach a sermon. For years he was intimately associated with J. M. Joiner, Oliver Moore, W. J. Haynes, J. M. Barnes, and Jesse F. Love, who meant a great deal to him in many ways, and with whom much constructive work was accomplished. During his eventful life many congregations were established and hundreds of people were baptized. Most of his labors were Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Texas, and some in Oklahoma. In the early years of his ministry he held a few debates with the denominations with decided success. At the close of a debate with a Baptist minister in Clay County the opponent renounced Baptist doctrine and became a Christian only. As a father he was of the good old-time type that believed in training up a child in the way he should go. We honor his memory for the sober and quiet life that he lived before us and the teaching of Gods word to us.

O. M. Reynolds., Abilene, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, February 8, 1934, page 152.

Reynolds, Bertie Nicks

Mrs. Bertie Nicks Reynolds, a faithful member of the church in Old Hickory, Tenn., died at Madison Sanitarium on May 16, 1950. She was born March 4, 1901, near Centerville, in Hickman County, Tenn. In 1917 she was married to Robert E. Nicks, who became an employee of the du Pont Company in Old Hickory. Three children (William, J. W., and Imogene) were born to this union. Following the death of her first husband, she was employed by the du Pont Company, and remained with the company for twenty-two years. She was baptized during a gospel meeting held by Thomas H. Burton in Old Hickory. She was married to James J. Reynolds, a gospel preacher, who now lives in Franklin, Ky., on September 19, 1941, and was a great help to him in the preaching of the gospel. The Reynolds made their home in Old Hickory until the time of her death. Funeral services were conducted at the Old Hickory church of Christ by Rufus Clifford, Willard Collins, and C. J. Garner. Her body was laid to rest in the Spring Hill Cemetery, in Nashville, by the body of her son, Sergeant, J. W. Nicks, who was killed in France during the second World War.

Willard Collins.

Gospel Advocate, January 11, 1951, page 30.

Reynolds, Charles S.

Passed over the dark river, Monday morning August 6, 1888, Bro. Charles S. Reynolds, of Columbia, Tenn. He was nearly 34 years of age, and had been a member of the church of God ever since he was fourteen years of age. About one month before his death, he was married to sister Emma Sowell, daughter of the late W. J. Sowell, of Maury county, Tenn. Brother Charlie was an earnest and devoted member of the church. Very useful and successful in the Lords day school, and a good worker and helper in the congregation, both publicly and privately. His married life though short, was exceedingly happy, and the two were looking forward to a career of usefulness and faithfulness to each other, and to the church of God and humanity. But alas! how uncertain are all things earthly, and especially human life. Just as he thought he was ready to begin human life in a higher and more useful sphere, he was claimed on the other side. But his deeply distressed and sadly bereaved widow and sorrowing family and friends have all the consolations and assurances of the gospel, and the blessed hope of a future happy home for him in heaven. And if they will be faithful until death, they may meet him where sickness and sad partings at death will be felt and feared no more. The blessings of the Lord be with them in this crushing bereavement.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, August 15, 1888, page 11.

Reynolds, Frances Shelby

On Tuesday afternoon, February 18, 1941, Sister Frances Shelby Reynolds, beloved wife of James J. Reynolds, who has been a faithful gospel preacher for many years, departed this life. Her passing, after a short illness, was a great shock to all those who knew and loved her. It seems to us that she was cut down in the midst of her most useful period in life, for she was only thirty-seven years of age. She has been a faithful coworker, interested in the welfare of the church during all the years of her life.

During a meeting at Fulton the writer had the privilege of staying in the Reynolds home, and he has never known a more godly and devoted preachers wife than was Sister Reynolds. She assisted her husband in all his work, and was the constant source of encouragement and strength during the trials of the past few years.

To Brother and Sister Reynolds were born two childrenJoe Melvin Reynolds, who is now sixteen years of age and a junior in the Clarksville High School, and Mary Ann Reynolds, who died in infancy. Her passing has been especially hard for Joe, since at the present time he feels the need of her advice and counsel more than ever before.

The great number of friends and neighbors who gathered at the church in Clarksville for the funeral on February 20 was a testimony to her character and life. I am sure that in this hour of grief and sorrow our hearts are filled with sympathy and deep in our souls we feel the keenness of loss sustained by the church and the family and her community. It is our humble prayer that God may bind up the brokenhearted, and those hearts may be fitted into a new pattern of service to the honor of God and to the everlasting glory of his church.

Frank Pack.

Gospel Advocate, March 20, 1941, page 285.

Reynolds, Hiram Armstrong

Hiram Armstrong Reynolds, my father, passed into eternity at the age of 62 on March 7, 1966. He suffered his first heart attack in December 1957 and died as a result of one enroute to Madison Hospital. Daddy was born June 9, 1903 in Wilson County, Tenn., the youngest of sixteen children. His father, Hardin Reynolds, when left a widower was married to Callie Sullivans. Eight children were born to each marriage. Though both his mother and father were members of the church before him, it was not until October 1940 that he was baptized into Christ by J. B. Gaither at Springfield, Tenn. His membership was for a while at Greenbrier but from early 1943 until his death, he worshipped with the church at Old Hickory, Tenn.

He and mother, the former Floy Eugene Simmons, were married more than four decades. To them were born five sons, four of whom survive. In addition to mother and the four sons who are Wanda, Delano and Lamhal of Old Hickory and this writer of Bristol, Va., he is survived by a brother, Charles F. of Old Hickory, a sister, Mrs. Irene Lannom of Gladesville and a half sister, Mrs. Mattie Fulghum of Nashville, Tenn.

The funeral was conducted at Madison, Tenn. by John Holland, and burial was in Oakland Cemetery in Robertson County.

Bobby G. Reynolds.

Gospel Advocate, June 9, 1966, page 367.

Reynolds, Otis M.

The funeral for Otis M. Reynolds was held at 3:30 P.M., October 9, at the Commerce Street Church building in Gainesville, Texas. J. H. Chism, Ernest McCoy and I conducted the services. Brother Reynolds had begun his local preaching work with the Commerce Street congregation in 1913, and Sister Reynolds had grown up near Gainesville at Era. Brother Reynolds death came at about 8:30 P.M., Friday, October 7, at his home in Kerrville. He died from a cerebral hemorrhage. Brother Reynolds was born February 11, 1884, at Roanoke, Ala. His parents were Virginia Hobbs Reynolds and A. S. Reynolds, who was a gospel preacher for sixty years. On July 31, 1912, Brother Reynolds was married to Rosa Bentley of Era. To this union there were born four children: Charles A., James Otis (deceased), Eloise, now Mrs. R. L. Carruthers, and Junia, now Mrs. Wilson Dowell. He is also survived by three brothers: J. B., of Pueblo, Colo.; E. N., of Electra; Lon of Tahoka; and a sister: Mrs. J. S. Dorn of Wellington. Brother Reynolds had been a preacher of the gospel for forty-four years. He preached his first sermon November 30, 1911, near Clyde, Texas, on How to Study the Bible, and he preached his last sermon August 21, 1955, at Lake Jackson, Texas, on How to Improve the Worship Service. He had baptized approximately three thousand people. He preached at Weatherford, Bowie, Anson, Amarillo, DeLeon, Gainesville, Texas; Trinidad, Colo., and many other places in the Southwest. He was one of the first students enrolled in Childers Classical Institute now Abilene Christian College, when the school opened in 1906. All three of his children, his daughter-in-law and his sons-in-law are graduates of Abilene Christian College. Brother Reynolds enrolled in A.C.C. in its first year; his oldest child, Charles A., enrolled in the college during its twenty-fifth year; and his granddaughter, Cynthia, has enrolled as an Abilene Christian College freshman for the schools fiftieth year. Brother Reynolds was a wonderfully fine man. I noticed that wherever he lived he had good neighbors and was a good neighbor. He loved his friends. Our family had the privilege of having Brother and Sister Reynolds and Junia and Eloise live in the same house with us twenty years ago. They were good friends and good neighbors, and we have had a special regard for them ever since. Brother Reynolds was a good father and husband. I have never known a man who loved his family any more. He was good to them in the most important ways. He wanted his children to have good teaching and to be happy and have a good time. The greatest tribute that can be paid to anyone applies to Brother and Sister Reynolds. Each of their three children and Charles A.s wife, and the husbands of the girls are active, loyal members of the church. Charles A., is a deacon in the church at Brady, where he is superintendent of schools, R. L. Carruthers is a deacon in the University Church at Houston, and Wilson Dowell is an elder in the Lake Jackson Church. All of the grandchildren who have reached the age of accountability are Christians. Brother Reynolds was a good Christian. He believed the Bible and wanted it taught to all people. He had a great vision for the church and its work.

Don H. Morris.

Gospel Advocate, November 10, 1955, page 1026.

Reynolds, Mrs. R. R.

A long and beautiful life came to a close on September 17, 1931, when the Masters call was answered by Mrs. R. R. Reynolds at her home at Iron City, Tenn., in the seventy-fifth year of her life. She and her husband were among the first residents of Iron City and the first members of the church of Christ at that place. Her husband preceded her to the grave some five years. She leaves seven children and twelve grandchildren to mourn her death. The funeral was held at the residence on September 19 by T. C. King. The profusion of beautiful flowers was a manifestation of the love and esteem in which she was held by her many friends. We buried her at Iron City. Mother is gone, but her beautiful life has been transplanted into the hearts of her children and will live on and on, for the dead in Christ are blessed and their works do follow them. The closing of the life of this godly mother can be likened to the lingering twilight of a golden summer day. Mother love is a golden link that binds youth to age.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, January 28, 1932, page 126.

Reynolds, Richard Randolph

A long and beautiful life came to a close on Friday, April 2, 1926, when the Masters call was answered by Richard Randolph Reynolds, of Iron City, Tenn., in the eighty-fifth year of his age. Brother Reynolds was one of the first settlers of Iron City, moving there from Alabama when the town was first established. He was a veteran of the Civil War, having fought the entire four years under General Forrest. He was a true Christian, having obeyed the gospel many years ago under the preaching of Brother Larimore. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a faithful friend. He leaves a faithful wife, seven children, and twelve grandchildren. The funeral services, which were the simplest according to wishes often expressed, were held at the residence on Sunday, April 4, at 2:30 P.M., by Elder T. C. King, of Lawrenceburg, Tenn. The beautiful flowers attested the esteem and love in which he was held by his many friends. Interment in the family lot in Wade Cemetery. The closing of the life of this Christian man can be likened to the lingering twilight of a long, golden, summer day. While there is a vacancy in the home, yet grief cannot hold its shadow long over their lives; for peace, the peace that passeth understanding, was stamped on the face of him who had passed on. Well done, thou good and faithful servant.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1927, page 429.

Reynolds, Sarah Ann

Sister Sarah Ann Reynolds was born on January 25, 1842, and was born again out of darkness into light in 1863. She was married to Brother E. F. Reynolds on May 19, 1867, and to them were born seven childrensix boys and one girlall of whom survive her. Sister Reynolds lived a devoted, Christian life. Her life was spent in doing good to others, being always ready to attend and care for the sick and those in distress. Her life was a life of sacrifice. We hope to meet her in the sweet by and by. I always enjoyed my visits to Brother Reynolds humble home. Funeral services were held at the home by Elder George W. Gilbert.

Holly, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1909, page 374.

Reynolds, Thurston Howard

Thurston Howard Reynolds, 54, of Concord, Tennessee, former assistant manager of accounts payable at Oak Ridge Gaseous Diffusion Plant, died November 6, 1969.

Brother Reynolds suffered from a rare disease, amyoatrothic lateral sclerosis, known at Gehrigs disease after the famous ball player who also died from this malady.

Many individuals in the middle East Tennessee area have had their lives touched and influenced by the dedicated Christian service so willingly performed by this man. He was a Christian gentleman who loved the souls of men and he did what he could to introduce Christ to as many of these souls as possible. Brother Reynolds was a deacon in the New York Avenue congregation in Oak Ridge from 1945 until 1952. He spent many hours working with a struggling Negro congregation in Oak Ridge. In 1952, he became an elder in the Farragut congregation, a new group begun with the aid of New York Avenue. He served in that capacity until illness forced his resignation. Brother Reynolds was also active in the administration of Montview Christian Camp as well as numerous community projects.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Hilda McCuiston Reynolds; two daughters, Mrs. Douglas Morrow, a Lipscomb alumna now living in Orlando, Florida, and Mrs. Jimmy Hilliard, a Lipscomb alumna associated with Pepperdine College in Los Angeles; two sons, Larry, who resides in Oak Ridge, and Howard, at home, who is a senior at Farragut high school.

Raymond Shirley.

Gospel Advocate, January 1, 1970, page 15.

Rhea, A. E.

A. E. Rhea was born, in White County, Tenn., on February 11, 1859. He was reared in the town of Sparta, Tenn., where he spent most of his life and where he died on January 10, 1904. He was married, on January 24, 1884, to Dora Hill, who survives him. He was an important factor in the prosperity and development of the community, having held several important public offices, and was interested in various successful business enterprises. He enjoyed the utmost confidence of the people in both his public and his private life. He was of a quiet and unpretentious disposition, possessing a very high sense of honor, just and upright in his dealings with his fellow-man. He possessed a genius to charm, and drew men to him in the closest and most confidential friendship. He became a Christian in early life, under the preaching of Brother Jesse L. Sewell, and in his maturer years grew more and more earnest and zealous, gladly helping in every good work. He was especially liberal in his contributions to the poor and tender in his sympathy for the distressed. No death among us has caused more universal sorrow, and no funeral was more largely attended. We sadly miss him, but hope to have fellowship with his noble soul in the eternal years to come.

W. H. Sutton.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1904, page 186.

Rhea, L. A.

L. A. Rhea was born on August 14, 1853; died at his home, in Nashville, Tenn., on November 26, 1920. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mollie Rhea, and six childrenH. C. Rhea, Charles Rhea, Misses Nannie and Jessie Rhea, and Mrs. Percy Carter, of Nashville, and B. L. Rhea, of Fox Bluff, Tenn. Brother Rhea was a consistent member of the church of Christ for more than thirty years, and served as elder of the congregation at Ashland, City, Tenn., for a number of years. He was an exemplary citizen and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. The family has lost a devoted and loving husband and father; the church, a valiant soldier and a tireless worker. The remains were brought to Ashland City, where the funeral services were conducted by the writer, after which the interment took place at Forest Hill Cemetery. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them.

B. W. Davis.

Gospel Advocate, December 16, 1920, page 1236.

Rhoades, Annie

On May 19, 1907, the angel of death entered the home of A. B. Rhoades and claimed for its victim Annie Rhoades, who has been in failing health for some time, but had been confined to her bed only a short while. She was a member of the church of Christ, having been baptized by Brother McGee, and lived a Christian life until death. Though her stay on earth was a long one, she being sixty-two years and six months of age, still we regret to give her up; but we weep not as those who have no hope. The bereaved ones can look to that brighter home and feel there is one more tie binding them closer to Him who doeth all things well. She bore her afflictions with the greatest of patience, never murmuring or complaining, but being ever cheerful. Her burial was largely attended by heartbroken relatives and friends, who followed her to the quiet cemetery at Christian Chapel, where she was peacefully laid to rest. Brother John W. Johnson made a very feeling talk to the bereaved ones, who in this dark hour of trouble can only look upward and say: Thy will be done. While it is so hard to give our loved one up, she has crossed the dark waters of death, which we all soon must cross. So let us all put our trust in God, that we can meet her where parting shall be no more.

Niece., Huntingdon, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, September 5, 1907, page 558.

Rhodes, A. J.

He was born January 2, 1871; he passed away Saturday, June 14, 1941.

When he was two years old, fathers family moved to Sumner County, Kan., where he grew to manhood. He taught in the Kansas schools for several years. In 1900 he attended David Lipscomb College to further fit himself for preaching the gospel. This work had appealed to him as the most worthy work any man could do.

At the Christmas vacation that year he preached his first sermon, in Baldwin County, Ala. Since that time he continuously preached the gospel. He was notably successful in evangelizing, but I think he was most useful in working with congregations, in teaching publicly and from house to house.

His work both with old and young was seasoned with the salt of saving grace. For the last twelve years of his life he worked with the South Sherman Street Church, in Denver, Colo. His passing is mourned by the entire membership of the congregation. When he went to Denver there was only one congregation in the city. At the present time there are four live, working churches. No, he did not do all this work, but it does show something of the cooperative spirit that ever guided his life.

Much of the success of his work was due to the fine service of his wife. In working for the Lord they worked together, and God abundantly blessed their labors.

A man good in life and faithful in spirit has passed from service in this world, but his influence survives.

He is survived by his wife, two daughters (Mrs. A. E. Perry, Jr., and Mrs. E. L. Hoagland, both of Denver), and two brothers (H. H. Rhodes, of Frederick, Okla., and B. F. Rhodes, of Searcy, Ark.).

B. F. Rhodes.

Gospel Advocate, July 31, 1941, page 742.

Rhodes, Andrew Jackson

Andrew Jackson Rhodes was born in Iowa, January 2, 1871. While he was still a child, his parents brought him to Kansas, where the Rhodes family was reared just east of Wellington, near Rome. When sixteen years of age, he obeyed the gospel of Christ under the preaching of T. H. Poppiwell, and was a sincere student of the Bible always. Brother Rhodes became actively engaged in preaching the gospel at the age of twenty-nine, and was constantly wielding the sword of the Spirit in the pulpit and from house to house these last forty-one years.

Many congregations in Alabama, Oklahoma, and Kansas, as well as some in other states, owe their existence to Brother Rhodes sacrificing efforts in those mission fields for something close to ten years.

Thirty-one years ago Brother Rhodes was married to Willie A. Brock, of Stafford, Kan.; and two daughters came to bless this unionWilma and Pauline.

Brother Rhodes labored three years with the church at Pleasant Hill, Okla. (The ground which includes the building and cemetery is a corner of his farm.) He also worked three years with the Trenton congregation, in Kingman County, Kan.; ten years at Mulvane, Kan.; three years at Wichita, Kan.; and the last twelve and one-half years were spent in service for the Sherman Street congregation, in Denver, Colo. While there in Denver, he has directed Sherman Street in establishing two of the other congregations, and they are now paying for a modern fireproof building which houses the Cedar Avenue congregation. His passing leaves a vacancy that cannot be filled in every measure, as Brother Rhodes was Daddy Rhodes to ever Christian in Denver vicinity that knew him. This writer owes his desire and courage to try to preach to his influence, and I can say with many other younger men and women: It has been an inspiration indeed to have known him. He preached and carried on his work until two weeks before his death, though being in pain a great deal of the time for months. His pilgrimage ended on this earth June 14 at his home, 107 South Pearl Street, Denver, Colo. He leaves, besides his wife, two daughters (Mrs. Wilma Perry and Mrs. Pauline Hoagland, Both of Denver), and two brothers (B. F., of Searcy, Ark., and Henry, of Frederick, Okla.).

Herman O. Wilson, minister of the Park Hill congregation, assisted the writer in conducting the funeral. B. F. Rhodes spoke briefly also and paid a fine tribute to the memory of his brother. The body was laid to rest in Crown Hill Cemetery, in Denver.

Thus another good soldier of the Christ has fought the good fight, and, laying his armor down, gone on to receive the crown of victory which awaits all the faithful.

Arthur L. Golden.

Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1941, page 621.

Rhodes, Benjamin Franklin

Our beloved B. F. Rhodes departed this life on May 27, 1947, after a short illness. A great man of God passed on to his reward.

Brother Rhodes, familiarly and affectionately known to many students as Pappy, had taught his last class of the school year at Harding College. At the ripe old age of seventy-eight he had literally finished the course. He was senior member of the faculty, having served the school for about forty years. Through these many years of faithful service as Bible and history teacher he had endeared himself to students and teachers alike. His great heart loved the youth whom he taught, and was dearly beloved by them.

Besides his great work as teacher, he was very active as a gospel preacher, evangelist, and debater during the prime of life, and for the last twenty years he was an elder in the church of the Lord, being senior elder in the College congregation at the time of his death.

Benjamin Franklin Rhodes was born in Iowa in 1869. He was baptized at the age of fourteen. His education included training at Potter Bible School and David Lipscomb College. He taught in Odessa Bible College, Cordell Christian College, Thorpe Springs College, Abilene Christian College, Harper College, Harding College (at Morrilton), and for the last thirteen years in Searcy, Ark.

He was married in 1906 to Miss Otie Sparkman. Five children were born to this union. They are: Dave, Maurine (Mrs. J. C. Kingsley), Juanita, Geraldine (Mrs. O. P. Baird), and Dr. Frank Rhodes, Jr. Besides the family who are left to mourn his passing, he is survived by one brother, H. H. Rhodes, of Frederick, Okla.

His funeral was conducted at the College Church, at Searcy, Ark., on the afternoon of May 28, with George S. Benson in charge, assisted by S. A. Bell and L. C. Sears. Perhaps no funeral was ever conducted for a man more completely ready to go. His life had been so full and so complete, and he had rounded out not only his threescore years and ten, but eight additional years of service in his Masters vineyard. He kept quite active to within five days of his passing. He could have said with the great apostle: I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness.

George S. Benson.

Gospel Advocate, July 3, 1947, page 476.

Rhodes, B. Frank

Dr. B. Frank Rhodes, 75, history professor at Abilene Christian University for 30 years, died Oct. 3. He was a member of the University Church of Christ.

Born in Thorp Spring, Texas, Rhodes earned his bachelors degree from Harding University, his masters from Peabody College and his doctorate from the University of California at Berkeley. He joined the ACU history faculty in 1950 and was named chairman of the history department in 1966. He retired in 1980.

He is survived by two sisters, Maurine Kingsley of Pocatello, Idaho, and Geraldine Baird of Searcy, Ark., and a number of nieces and nephews. Services were conducted in Searcy Oct. 6 by John C. Stevens and Joe Spaulding at the Roller-Daniel Funeral Home. Burial was at White County Memorial Gardens.

Gospel Advocate, October, 1990, page 55.

Rhodes, Ernest D.

Ernest D. Rhodes, son of Brother and Sister W. J. Rhodes, of Dunn, Tenn., died on Sunday night, November 2, 1919, aged thirty-five years and a few months. Ernest was an excellent young man, and had been a member of the church of Christ for twenty years. He was in the West with very bright prospects for the future until about four years ago, when his health got bad and he came home. He was a patient sufferer, nearly always cheerful. He always met you with a smile of welcome. It was a great satisfaction to his parents that they could have him at home during his last days, and to them we extend our heartfelt sympathy. He was buried at Leoma on Tuesday, after funeral services conducted by the writer. A large crowd was in attendance.

Thomas C. King.

Gospel Advocate, November 20, 1919, page 1160.

Rhodes, Minnie

Another home is in sadness, the eyes of loved ones are stained with bitter tears ad hearts are torn with anguish. A dear daughter and sister is cold in death. On August 24, 1906, Sister Minnie Rhodes, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Rhodes, breathed her last. She was born on June 20, 1884; was baptized into Christ in July, 1900. She lived the life of a Christian, and was much devoted to the cause of Christ. She leaves a father and mother, several brothers and sisters, and a host of relatives and friends, to mourn her death. While we grieve to part with one whose influence is so much needed by the world, we rejoice in believing that she has gone to receive her reward with Christ and the redeemed ones of all ages. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. Services were conducted by the writer, and the remains were laid to rest in the Mobly graveyard.

J. H. Knox., Duck River, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, September 13, 1906, page 591.

Rhoton, Nancy E.

The church at Corinth, Monroe County, Ky., has lost one of its best membersSister Nancy E. Rhoton, aged eighty years, ten months, and twenty-three days. She was born on July 6, 1837, and died on May 29, 1918, about 9 P.M. She became a member of the church in the fall of 1856. She was a devoted Christian from that time until she died. She was a light and pattern of good works in the community in which she lived, her example unexcelled. Her seat was always filled as long as she was able to go to church. She leaves seven children and many friends to mourn their loss. May we all strive as she did and meet her in the eternal rest to which she has gone.

A. N. Hall.

Gospel Advocate, June 20, 1918, page 592.

Rice, Blanche Anne

Sister Blanche Anne Rice, widow of the late Daniel Rice, departed this life on Sunday morning, June 27, 1926. The funeral was conducted by Brother J. H. Murrell, at his home in Tennessee City, Tenn., on Monday afternoon. Sister Rice was born in Humphreys County, Tenn., on November 11, 1849, and was the youngest child of the late Dr. Joseph H. Long and Blanche Roby Long. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. D. McCord and Mrs. R. A. Wright; one sister, Mrs. Emily Pritchard; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The influence of this beloved Christian mother will long be felt by the family and by the entire community. Sister Rice felt a keen interest in the church and in people. She studied her Bible, her lesson for Lords day, and read the Gospel Advocate until she became too ill to be up. She visited the sick, she advised the young, and rendered true service to her God and fellow man. A member o f the church of Christ, each Sunday found her on the way to the little meetinghouse for worship, which through all these years has been maintained because Aunt Anne, as she was lovingly called, would be there. 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.

H. I. Copeland.

Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1926, page 1074.

Rice, Fannie V.

Sister Fannie V. Rice died at her home near Troy, Bell Co., Texas, on the 2nd of June, 1887, after a brief, but painful illness. Thus again amid the changing scenes of this uncertain life we are called upon to record the death of another true and faithful sister and friend. She was born October 12, 1845, in Kentucky, was the daughter of William and Sarah Cann, of Green Co., Ky. Was married to Bro. Clay Rice Dec. 27th, 1864. United with the church of Christ in 1865, and came to Texas in 1877. Her health had not been good for some time previous to her death, and it seems that she felt that the end was approaching, for she left written instructions of the way in which she wanted her body laid away, and the disposal of a few of her personal effects. This paper was found after her death. In sister Rice her husband has lost a devoted and faithful wife. Her aged parents an affectionate daughter, and her brothers and sisters a loving sister. Our church and community have lost a true and zealous member and a kind friend. While we mourn the loss of this dear loved friend and sister, we must strive to emulate her example while she was with us that we may meet her over there where she has only gone a little before.

Mollie L. Driskill., Troy, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, July 6, 1887, page 431.

Rice, Glen Truman

Glen Truman Rice was born at Oconee, in Randolph County, Ark., November 5, 1906; departed this life in Greenwood, Miss., January 23, 1946, at the age of thirty-nine years, two months and eighteen days. He was reared in and near Pocahontas, where he finished high school. He was married to Lottie Songer on March 24, 1930, at Paragould, Ark. To this union were born three children (Glena, Thurman, and Julia Ellen), all of whom survive. In addition to his immediate family, his father (H. M. Rice, of Raymondville, Texas) and two sisters (Mrs. Tom James and Mrs. Wesley Nibert, of Pocahontas, Ark.) are living. His mother and brother, Fred, preceded him in death. He obeyed the gospel in early youth, and was living a consecrated Christian at his death. He served as an elder of the church in Pocahontas for several years, and after moving to Greenwood, Miss., in July, 1944, he became an active leader in the church there. He was a loving husband and father and a loyal and untiring church worker. He was highly respected by all who knew him, and will be greatly missed by his family and community. He was never known to refuse or neglect to do anything he was asked to do in the cause of Christ. I think I am safe in saying I have never met his equal. He was as well prepared for death as one could be. His body was taken to Pocahontas for funeral and burial. The writer had charge, being assisted by Brother Trent, minister of the Pocahontas Church.

J. A. Thornton., Ruleville, Miss.

Gospel Advocate, February 7, 1946, page 143.

Rice, Gordon Neel

Gordon Neel Rice, 82, died of a stroke Feb. 15, in Edmonds, Wash. He had been hospitalized for pneumonia. He and his wife, Goldie, had recently moved to the greater Seattle area after a long residency in Detroit and Dearborn, Mich.

Rice served as an elder for many years. He served on the development council of Freed-Hardeman College. He worked for 45 years in the office of Henry Ford I in the early days of Ford Motor Company and later for Henry II as executive assistant to the president of the board, retiring in January 1969.

He is survived by his wife, a son, Terrence, and three grandchildren, all of Edmonds, Wash.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1989, page 42.

Rice, Helene Elois Hinds

Helene Elois Hinds Rice, the daughter of John T. and Ella Stites Hinds, was born June 16, 1893, at Fayetteville, Ark. She graduated from the University of Arkansas and took her M. A. degree at Vanderbilt. She taught in both the University of Illinois and the Pennsylvania State College. In 1921 she married Philip X. Rice, associate professor of electrical engineering at the Pennsylvania State College. Until her recent illness, Sister Rice was most active in the congregation which she and her husband are responsible, to a great extent, for establishing. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons (Randal and Reagan, both of whom are faithful members of the church), her mother (Mrs. John T. Hinds), and a brother (Hubert Hinds).

E. G. Couch, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, May 9, 1940, page 455.

Rice, Ira Y., Jr.

Ira Y. Rice Jr., preacher, writer and editor, died Oct. 10. He was 84.

Rice was born in Franklin, Texas, in 1917, and served as a missionary to both Singapore and Malaysia for nearly 10 years.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Vada; four daughters, Ramona Schroeder, Lynette Beasley, Renee Harless and Rochelle Whitaker; one son, Ira Y. Rice III; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Juanita Nichols.

Memphis, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November, 2001, page 45.

Rich, Freddie

Freddie Rich was born in Montgomery County, Tennessee, about twenty-eight years ago, and passed away on August 17, 1932. Freddie with his wife attended the meeting at Stroudsville, during which time they became interested, and at the last service he made the good confession and was baptized. He arose one of the happiest persons that I have ever seen, and so continued until the end of his sojourn, which came about ninety-four hours later. His last day was spent working at the sawmill where they were cutting lumber to build a meetinghouse. The burden of his conversation was the church and the meetinghouse. Some of the last words spoken by him were: I would not take millions of dollars for my new church relationship. A cloud had overshadowed the sky, lightning was flashing and thunder roaring, work ceased, and the men started for shelter. Some stopped, and they insisted that he do likewise, but, telling them that has wife and children would be afraid without him, he rushed on toward home. He had gone but a short distance when a bolt of lightning ended his short, useful, Christian life. He leaves a wife and two sweet little girls. After services, conducted by the writer, the remains were laid to rest, to await the resurrection of the saints. He was the last of the eighty-one to be baptized during the Stroudsville meeting and the first one of the number to go into eternity. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.

Thomas H. Burton.

Gospel Advocate, December 15, 1932, page 1341.

Rich, James Earl

James Earl Rich, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Rich, was born on May 18, 1903, and died on May 4, 1928. Earl numbered his friends by his acquaintances. Earl was sick but a short while, when he underwent an operation and died the next day. Soon after he became ill he called for me to come and baptize him, but I was away in a meeting and could not be reached; so Brother Phemister, who lived near, baptized him. While Earl was not a member of the church very long, Jesus says: Him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out. Earl was one among the best citizens and business men in Tompkinsville, Ky. He was kind and pleasant, and to know him was to love him. The high esteem in which he was held was clearly evidenced in the aid and assistance given him during his sickness by the great number of people who readily turned from their various pursuits in life to do what they could for him. After funeral services at Tompkinsville by Brother Phemister, his body was conveyed to Glasgow for burial. He leaves a wife, Mrs. Mary Francis (Dodd) Rich; three sisters, Ruby, Reva, and Eva; a loving father and mother, and a truly loving, godly grandmother, to mourn their loss. Earl will be sorely missed, and it was hard to give him up; but let us not sorrow as those who have no hope, but let us strive to live so as to meet and greet him in a world that is brighter and better than this.

Willie Hunter.

Gospel Advocate, July 5, 1928, page 642.

Rich, Joel Bailey

Joel Bailey Rich was born on March 22, 1862, in Tennessee, but at an early age moved to South Central Kentucky, where he spent most of his life, in or near Tompkinsville. On Christmas Day, December 25, 1930, his spirit took its flight back to the God who gave it. He was sixty-eight years, nine months, and three days old. He was baptized many years ago by the late John Lyons. In his last days his mind wavered, and he was not able to attend worship. He leaves, to mourn his departure, his wife, Mrs. Martha Rich, and one son, Edly Rich, together with a host of relatives and friends. He has shuffled off all that is mortal, with all the suffering and misery that he underwent in his last days, and is now, we hope, enjoying the association of kindred spirits on the golden shore. His passing should be an incentive to those who loved him and now mourn their loss to look upward in anticipation to that time when they, too, shall be made in the likeness of their Savior. Funeral services were conducted at the home by W. H. Russell, the minister of the Methodist Church of Tompkinsville, Ky., due to the absence of the minister of the church of Christ.

G. N. Woods.

Gospel Advocate, April 9, 1931, page 438.

Richards, Jane Catharine

With a heart full of sadness I write of our dear mothers death. Jane Catharine Richards, wife of J. H. Richards and daughter of Ben and Rhodie Reaves, died on March 31, 1903; aged forty-seven years, eight months, and seven days. Some time before her death she realized that the end was near and talked freely of her departure, as if it were a pleasant journey. She often said that she had no fears for the future, and her only regret was leaving her little ones; but she prayed that, through the blessings of God, they would meet her in heaven. She was the mother of twelve children, three of whom preceded her to the grave. She leaves a husband, five sons, four daughters, six grandchildren, and many relatives and friends to mourn their loss. She was a devoted wife, an affectionate mother, and a true Christian. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. (Rev. 14:13.) We all loved her and greatly miss her. It is sad, dear brothers, to give her up; but it is sadder still to know that as you now are, you have no hope of meeting her. I pray that you may obey the Lord and prepare yourself to meet our dear mother in heaven. But we sisters anticipate a day when we shall meet again, when the children of God shall be brought home to the bright mansions of glory and bliss, where death will never be permitted to cut the cords of affection or interrupt our peace and happiness. I pray that we all may be ready for that day.

Annie Prince.

Gospel Advocate, April 30, 1903, page 284.

Richards, Mary Lee

Mary Lee Richards was born June 1, 1899 and died Nov. 24, 1984. She was a native of Houston Springs, Ala., the daughter of the late Willis D. Houston and Harriett Pate Houston, being one of 10 children.

This saint encouraged thousands of all ages in her near 50 years of faithful service to the Master. Her homegoing came in the early hours in the home of her son, Sam W. Richards in Donelson, Tenn. Bobby Williams of Spring Hill, Tenn., and Curtis Dowdy of Columbia, Tenn., spoke at her memorial. Her body was laid to rest at Hermitage Memorial Gardens, Donelson, Tenn.

Upon becoming a Christian in April, 1935, she wrote in a letter to her family, At last, I am the Church of Jesus Christ, the one and only church where we believe only in what the Bible teachesnothing added, nothing left out. Oh, I cant begin to tell you what is in my heart and on my mind. Its the church Ive been looking for all these years. Have been going to a revival meeting now for three weeks. Closes tonight and I wouldnt take millions of dollars for what Ive learned about the Bible. This fire and enthusiasm for the Lord and his church never waned.

Sister Richards worked with children at Tennessee Childrens Home from 1946 to 1976 where she endeared herself to hundreds. Upon her retirement from the home, she moved to Columbia, Tenn., where she identified herself with the Highland Ave. Church of Christ. She had no need for a rocking chair during her retirement years as she was actively working in many areas of the work at Highland where she taught a Bible Class of young women, visitation, teaching home Bible studies, clothing room and counseling.

Her love for those in need was readily apparent, especially toward those in need of the gospel. Near the age of 70 she began a rewarding career of campaigning with the North Davis Church of Christ in Arlington, Texas. She worked in 25 campaigns with the North Davis Church including England, New Zealand and Australia, five campaigns with Highland Church, Columbia, Tenn., in Roxboro, N. C. and several others with other congregations in the area. She had already been on two campaigns this year and had her application in for a third.

Mary Lee is survived by one son, Sam W. Richards of Donelson, Tenn., three granddaughters, Peggy A. Livingood, Murfreesboro, Tenn., Judy C. Garner, Chattanooga, Tenn. and Melinda K. Rowlett of Smyrna, Tenn. One grandson, Gary Richards of Donelson, Tenn., and seven great-grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, January 3, 1985, page 27.

Richards, Nora Jane

On August 30, 1915, the spirit of Sister Nora Jane Richards took its flight from earthly scenes to be with God, who gave it. She became a member of the church of Christ in September, 1907. She was married to Edd Richards on September 25, 1907. To this union were born three children. She leaves a husband, three children, father, mother, seven brothers, and two sisters to mourn their loss. Btu we mourn not as those who have not the hope; for we believe that those who sleep in Jesus, God will bring with him. The writer was at the funeral and spoke a few words of condolence to the bereaved ones. The large crowd present evinced the high esteem in which she was held by her neighbors and friends.

N. W. Proffitt.

Gospel Advocate, October 14, 1915, page 1046.

Richardson, Annie W.

Mrs. Annie W. Richardson was born on May 29, 1844. She was married to J. Samuel Richardson in 1865. To this union were born eight children, two of whom are still living. Sister Richardson became obedient to the Christ, at Milburn, Ky., October 12, 1863, just sixty years ago to the day on which she departed this life. Brother J. L. Holland, of Greenfield, Tenn., pronounced tender and loving words at the funeral services to a large host of friends and relative, and her remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Milburn. She leaves a husband and two daughters, Mrs. Monie Coil and Mrs. Mollie Summers, all of Memphis, Tenn. Besides the above, many other relatives and a multitude of friends are left behind to mourn their loss. She was ever faithful to the cause she espoused, and for sixty years lived close to the faith which was once for all delivered unto the saints. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. Our faith tells us that God has prepared glorious mansions for all his faithful saints.

H. Ernest Sutton.

Gospel Advocate, November 8, 1923, page 1094.

Richardson, Cora Whitesell

Cora Whitesell, daughter of William and Rachel Whitesell, first saw the light of day near Lewisburg, Tenn., on December 8, 1874. She was the youngest in a family of four childrentwo boys and two girls. Her father and mother have long since crossed the mystic Jordan, but she is the first of the four children to be called. While young in years she made confession of her Savior in Lewisburg under the preaching of Brother T. B. Larimore. On February 23, 1916, she was united in marriage to John W. Richardson, who survives her. For twenty long months she was confined to her bed. On February 11, 1923, she quietly breathed out her soul into the arms of her God. The life of Sister Richardson was an open book. We often talk of consecration and sanctification and fortitude and patience, but her Christian life was an exemplification of these splendid virtues. Hers was a blessed life, a triumphant death, and, we believe, a glorious immortality. What a joyous reality to her now, and what a wonderful comfort to her loved ones left to mourn! The funeral service was conducted by Dr. S. T. Hardison and the writer at Spring Place. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.

H. H. Adamson.

Gospel Advocate, March 8, 1923, page 241.

Richardson, Doris Orton

Doris Orton Richardson was born in Fanning County, Ga., June 2, 1909. She was the daughter of John Bowman Orton and Minnie Leora Beaver Orton, who moved to Lawrence County, Tenn., in her youth. She has two sisters, Mrs. Della Orton White, of Lawrenceburg, and Mrs. Mary Orton Newcomer of Arlington, Va. Doris was married to Claude Burns Richardson in January, 1926.

She was the mother of three sons, Gilbert, Payton, James Horace and John Thomas Richardson. The Richardsons moved to Polk County, Fla., in 1950, where Doris and Claude helped to build new buildings for the church of Christ in Winter Haven and Lakeland. Doris was the grandmother of seven grandchildren, three of whom descended from Gilbert Payton and the former Lee Ann Gillen, named Amy, Gilbert Jr. and Susan, of Annandale, Va. Three other grandchildren descended from the late James Horace and the former Martha Ann Collins, of Clarksville, Tenn., named Valerie, David and Jamie. John Thomas, the third son, and the former Linda Coplan are the parents of the seventh grandchild, Ellen of Riverside, Calif. Amy, Gil and Susan are fifth generation members of the church of Christ, dating back to the American Civil War era by Sidney Washington Orton.

Doris was hostess to many gospel preachers in the Richardson homes and served as help-meet 43 years to brother Claude, who wrote approximately 125 church songs, some of which are published in hymnals of foreign languages. In addition to her two living sons, sister Richardson is survived by scores of relatives in Lawrence County and Central and East Tennessee and Central Florida. She was taken from this life at the age of 75 at the Sleepy Hollow Manor Nursing Home in Annandale, Va., only 55 minutes into the new year on Jan. 1. Sister Richardson was buried in the Richardson family plat next to her husband in the Lay Cemetery, Ethridge, Tenn.

Andrew M. Brown., minister Salem Church of Christ, Lawrenceburg, TN.

Gospel Advocate, February 7, 1985, page 91.

Richardson, Edna

Edna Richardson, 66, died of a heart attack Dec. 7, 1988, in Nashville, Tenn. Funeral services were held at the Grandview Church of Christ Dec. 9, 1988.

Mrs. Richardson was secretary for the Grandview church for more than 20 years, helping with the Korean relief work and the Happy Hills Boys Ranch.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth; a son, Tom; a sister and seven brothers.

Gospel Advocate, February, 1989, page 51.

Richardson, Edna Marie

Those friends that knew and loved Edna Marie Richardson, wife of R. E. Richardson, Jr., of South Pittsburg, Tenn., will be shocked to know that she has passed on to God, who gave her life in this world. The truth of her passing will perhaps remain a mystery, because her life was taken by self purposely or she was strongly influenced and driven to do such an act. She had all to live for, but death intervened at the age of twenty-one years and one month. Her body was buried in the city of Anderson, Ind., the home of her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Flowers. She died on Sunday morning, April 5, 1931, and was buried on Thursday following. She leaves husband, mother and father, five brothers, and a host of relatives and friends.

R. E. Richardson, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, May 28, 1931, page 661.

Richardson, Eugene R.

Eugene R. Richardson of Charleston, S. C., was born March 29, 1895. He passed to his reward October 25, 1950. He worked the day before his death, and went to church the night before he died. So he was active until the end came. Brother Richardson was a devoted Christian, an active worker in the Lords vineyard, a loving and devoted husband. There is no man in the church at Charleston who would be missed more than he. A brief funeral was conducted by the writer at Charleston, and the body was sent to Waukegan, Ill., for burial. We feel assured that Brother Richardson fought a good fight, kept the faith, and finished his course on this earth, and has passed to the reward, awaiting the faithful. We would say to his wife, son, and daughter: Weep not as those who have no hope.

James E. Baird.

Gospel Advocate, November 30, 1950, page 781

Richardson, Jane

Sister Jane Richardson, widow of T. R. Richardson and a mother in Israel has gone to her reward. Born in Rutherford county Feb. 24, 1821, and died near the place of her birth May 24, 1887. By her marriage with Bro. Richardson there were born to them fourteen children; seven of whom survive themthree sons and four daughters, all of whom are members of the church except the youngest son.

We do not like to speak of the death of a Christian as a desolation nor as the end of life, for really there is no death to the Christian. Jesus says, if a man keep my saying he shall never see death. Knowing then her life and Christian character for a number of years, we hope and believe the exchange was her gain though our loss.

Gentleness, kindness and faithfulness were some of the characteristics that adorned her Christian life.

To her bereaved children and near relatives upon whom the shadows of this sore bereavement fall most darkly we extend our earnest sympathy.

P.

Gospel Advocate, September 28, 1887, page 623.

Richardson, John M.

John M. Richardson died at his home in South Lawrenceburg, Tenn., on Friday, May 14, 1926, after a short illness. He was one month and three days past seventy years of age, and had been in splendid health up until about two weeks before his death. A funeral service was held at the church of Christ on Saturday at 2:30 P.M., by the writer. The burial was at the Black graveyard. Many beautiful flowers covered his last resting place, coming from loving and sympathizing friends of the family. He leaves his good wife and six faithful childrenthree daughters and three sons. Brother Richardson was a faithful member of the church of Christ and will be greatly missed. His children all walked in the footsteps of their father and mother and are all faithful members of the church of Christ. The loved ones all have the sympathy of many good friends.

T. C. King.

Gospel Advocate, April 7, 1927, page 334.

Richardson, Mrs. J. W.

On February 13, 1926, Sister J. W. Richardson, of Cookeville, Tenn., ceased her suffering in the flesh after having been virtually an invalid for more than five years. She was born at Westboro, Ohio, on December 25, 1858. Some years ago she came to Tennessee, took up with the orphans at the I.O.O.F. Home at Clarksville, Tenn., for which work she was well fitted by nature and for which work she received the well-deserved praise of her employers. After the lapse of some years, she met and became the wife of Mr. McCluin, a highly respected citizen of Cookeville, Tenn. In a short while Mr. McCluin died, whereupon she went West and took up again the work which she had learned to love. Later, she became the wife of Brother J. W. Richardson, a good man and a faithful member of the church of Christ. A few years before her death, having learned the way of the Lord more perfectly, she gave up the dogmas of the Quakers, or Friends, to become simply a Christian and a member of the church of Christ. She was jubilantly happy in the acquisition of the truth unmixed with human opinions, and the joy and comfort of her great faith was her hope and stay to the end. She was a diligent student of the Bible, and in so short a time and in spite of her afflictions she acquired a wonderful knowledge of it. Many whole chapters would she occasionally repeat, and would always tell me just what and where she wanted me to read. The last time we read and prayed together, the day before her death, she had me read the fifth chapter of Second Corinthians. She knew she was going, and she clasped my hand and said: This is the last time. She was a good woman. Brother Richardson was to her a good husband. I have never seen more patient, tender, and affectionate attention given to any one than he gave to her. She carefully arranged even the minutest detail of her burial, and talked of it as freely and as calmly as if she were going on an earthly journey. Brother W. M. Oakley and the writer conducted the burial service, and her body was laid to rest in the city cemetery. She is survived by her husband and one brother. May the Father richly bless and comfort them.

J. Pettey Ezell.

Gospel Advocate, May 27, 1926, page 501.

Richardson, Lenice Hobbs

Sister Lenice Hobbs was born on March 4, 1883; obeyed the gospel in early life; was married to Brother Hicks Richardson on July 2, 1915; and passed away, at St. Thomas Hospital, in Nashville, Tenn., on January 5, 1921. She leaves a husband, one child (a little boy), two brothers and two sisters, to mourn their loss. Sister Richardsons death was very unexpected, and, therefore, a great shock to her many friends. The writer spent the night of January 2 in her home, when she spoke of being unusually well. On the morning of January 4, at three oclock, she awoke to find herself very sick, and lived just twenty-four hours. She was good in every sense that the word impliesa good neighbor, a good Christian, a good wife, and a good mother. She will be greatly missed by the church at Culleoka, Tenn., where she was a regular attendant, and by the community in which she lived, but most of all by her husband and little boy, to whom she was fondly devoted.

J. T. Harris.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1921, page 294.

Richardson, Mary Annie

Miss Mary Annie Richardson, of Starkville, Miss., passed away on Saturday, December 19, 1959, at the age of seventy-eight and one-half, as the result of a heart attack. Miss Annie, as she was called by her Starkville friends, was born June 25, 1881, in Oktibbeha County in the community of Sturgis, Miss. Her parents were Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Richardson. She became a Christian at Meridian, Miss., and while living in Jackson, Miss., for a number of years, was an active member of the West Capitol Street church of Christ. To know Miss Annie was to love her. She exemplified true Christianity and was the symbol of purity, virtue and good works. Hilton Royster conducted her funeral services, and he compared her to Dorcas, a woman full of good works and alms-deeds. A more fitting tribute could not have been paid this wonderful woman, who lived her life in service to Christ and for others. In 1906 she worked at what is now the East Mississippi State Hospital in Meridian, Miss. She moved to Jackson about 1920, where she was employed at Mississippi State Hospital (Whitfield). She also worked for a short time at the Old Ladies Home in Jackson, and then did practical nursing in Stamford, Texas. She worked in the State Hospital in Pueblo, Colo., and at the Childrens Home in Ridge, Colo. In 1941 she was employed at the Childrens Home in Grand Junction, Colo., and worked there until January, 1954, at which time her health failed and she moved to Starkville. While living there, she did practical nursing and ministered unto the sick in many kind and loving ways. The funeral was conducted in Starkville on Monday, December 21, 1959, at the building of the church by Hilton Royster and her burial was at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, near Bradley, Miss. Her

survivors include one sister and three brothers. Her faithfulness and devotion to her Creator made her life worthy of imitation. Though she had trials and disappointments in this life, she never complained, and was possessed of an extremely patient and meek disposition. Her many acts of kindness, good deeds and service rendered to her friends, acquaintances and her own family are too numerous to mention. Though Miss Annies worth was far above rubies, and though her fellow Christians miss her, we are happy that she is at rest with him to whom she devoted her life.

Mrs. James S. Lewis.

Gospel Advocate, April 14, 1960, page 238.

Richardson, Mrs. M. J.

It is with feelings of sadness I write you of the death of sister M. J. Richardson of Cottonville, Ala. She passed away on the morning of Nov. 20, 1891. She died of that dreaded disease, consumption. She had been a Christian about nine years, and she loved the cause of God more than earthly friends. She was taught to be a Baptist, but when she saw the light she gladly walked in it. She had been a widow near three years, with five little ones. She was about thirty-two years old. I dont know her native place. She had no relative in this country, but she enjoyed the benefits of pure religion, all that love could do was done for her. But she rests beyond the river.

Allie Morris., New Hope, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, December 17, 1891, page 800.

Richardson, Myrtle A.

Early on the morning of February 28, 1920, the spirit of Sister Myrtle A. Richardson left its earthly tabernacle to abide, we believe, in that city eternal in the heaven, whose builder and maker is God. The death of Sister Richardson was a distinct loss and shock to the South College Street church of Christ, of which she was a devoted member. She contracted the influenza and its characteristic pneumonia almost simultaneously, and death from the diseases very incipiency seemed to be inevitable. The writer has many times enjoyed the cordial hospitality of her home. She had three Christian boys of her own, one an active worker in the church, another a proclaimer of the gospel when health permits. Hence, she was in sympathy with, and intensely interested in, the writers efforts at preaching the gospel. The husband of Sister Richardson passed away several years ago, leaving the family cares and responsibilities to her alone. She lived to see each one of her children, as a result of her training, become a Christian. She is survived by five children: Three sonsWill, Tom, and Cecil; and two daughtersSister Nannie Richardson and Sister W. W. Kerr, Jr. Funeral services were conducted at the South College Street Church by Brother James A. Allen and the writer. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors.

J. Leonard Jackson.

Gospel Advocate, April 8, 1920, page 360.

Richardson, Oney E.

Sister Oney E. Richardson was born on April 10, 1850; obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of Brother John Nash, about thirty-five years ago; and died on May 3, 1903. She had been in delicate health for several years, being deprived of church privileges thereby; but she earnestly contended for the faith until the day of her death.

J. S. Haskins.

Gospel Advocate, May 28, 1903, page 346.

Richardson, Roy

Roy Richardson was born July 31, 1883, and died at the age of 86 on May 22, 1970. He was the son of the late Dr. and Mrs. James Pomeroy Richardson.

His father died when he was eight years old. He was brought up in the faith by his mother (nee Susan Jane Bird of Highland Home, Alabama).

For fifty-nine years he had been a member of the church. But most of his life was spent at Patsburg, Crenshaw County, Alabama, where he worshipped at Mt. Pleasant until the church at Petrey was established.

He was a Christian, a man of strong convictions. You always knew how he stood, were some of the thoughts expressed by Willard Willis, who, with Ralph Duer, conducted his funeral services at Luverne, Alabama on May 24.

He was a man who ruled well his household, cautioning against gossip and all forms of sin. I want to go to Heaven myself, he would say.

He was a leader in the community who could be depended on especially when a man of courage was needed to speak or act. A mans word is his bond, was a favorite saying of his.

He is survived by his widow and six children: William Pomeroy, Sayda Scott, Susan Cavil, Loring R., Margaret Thomas and Marjorie Moore and eight grandchildren, three great grandchildren and one brother, John.

Sayda Richardson Scott.

Gospel Advocate, July 16, 1970, page 462.

Richardson, William Evert

William Evert Richardson was born December 3, 1888, in Dyer County, Tenn., and spent most of his life in and around Halls, Tenn. He was sprinkled by the Methodist in infancy and subscribed to that religion until about one year ago. He and his wife, who is a faithful member of the church, moved here for her to teach school. She requested me to talk to him on the Bible. After several weeks of study he was baptized into Christ. Brother Richardson was faithful until his death November 9, 1954. He expressed regret that he had not accepted the truth sooner, so he might have done more in the vineyard of the Master. Perhaps Brother Richardson was one of the eleventh hour labourers because no man had hired him. (Matt. 20:1-16.) In the passing of Brother Richardson I have lost one of the best friends I ever had, and a dear brother in Christ. To mourn his passing, he leaves his devoted wife and a host of relatives and friends. The writer preached the funeral sermon in the church building at Halls, Tenn. The body was laid to rest in the Halls Cemetery.

George A. Hood.

Gospel Advocate, January 6, 1955, page 22.

Richardson, Mrs. Willie

Sister Willie Richardson, after lingering with consumption for more than two years, died at her home in this place on June 16, 1905, at the age of forty-two years, seven months, and two days. She was a member of the body of Christ worshiping here, and died in a bright hope of living in a brighter world beyond. She leaves a husband and two children to mourn their loss. She was laid to rest in the Wyley Cemetery. The funeral services were conducted by the writer.

A. S. Derryberry., Waverly, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, July 6, 1905, page 428.

Richburg, Beulah Ruth Fones

Beulah Ruth Fones Richburg was born Sept. 20, 1908, to Ernest Lymond Fones, and Ada Maude Lary in Council Grove, Kansas and departed this life on Jan. 18, 1984, at Cedar Key, Fla., after many years of poor health.

She is survived by her husband, Howard, to whom she was married nearly 58 years. They married at an early age and he was heard to say at the funeral, She is more beautiful than all the flowers.

They were the parents of six children, two daughters and four sons: Hope Ann Richburg, who died in infancy; Juanita Maude Munnich, of Cedar Key, Fla.; Howard Ernest Richburg, Long Beach, Miss.; Alfred Rollie Richburg, Jackson, Miss.; Nathan Lymond Richburg, Selma, Ala.; and Larry Theodore Richburg, Long Beach, Miss.

She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Graveside services were conducted at Cedar Key Cemetery, Cedar Key, Fla., Jan. 21, 1984, at 10 A. M. by Bob Trask, minister of Cedar Key Church of Christ.

Like Ruth of old I too, had a Naomi. No daughter-in-law ever had a kinder and more understanding mother-in-law. Mama, as she was called by all the family, was not an extrovert, but she was a good listener. She had a manner about her that could make almost anyone feel at ease or at home.

Naomi is gone and we mourn her going. Yet, we are comforted in that her long struggle with ill health is over and she rests with the Lord.

Mrs. Nathan Richburg., Rt. 1, Box 75B, Selma, AL 36701.

Gospel Advocate, March 15, 1984, page 188.

Richie, Charles Ray, Sr.

Charles Ray Richie Sr., 87, died Sept. 19, 1996 at Fulton Medical Center.

Richie was born August 1909, in Georgia. He attended the West End Church of Christ and heard great lessons from S. H. Hall and B. C. Goodpasture. Goodpasture baptized Richie and impressed on him the need to be a worker in Gods kingdom.

Richie was an educated man and self-taught in many ways. In high school he took courses in Greek and Latin, but he mastered mathematics. Upon graduation from high school, he attended a business school and became an accountant. He made his living as an accountant, but he and his brother, Virgil, began preaching at West End and other congregations in the Atlanta area.

In the late 30s and early 40s, Richie and Virgil switched weekly and preached for the Pleasant Grove Church near Marietta, Ga.

During the 50s he served as minister for three other congregations in the Atlanta area. He preached for the Liberty Hill (now South Cobb) congregation, Northwest congregation and for the North Avenue congregation in Hapeville. He also helped establish the Cascade Heights (now Cedar Grove) congregation in the 50s and served as an elder for this congregation for most of his life.

When the congregation moved to the Cedar Grove area, he and his wife attended the Greenbrier Church. At Greenbrier he taught Bible classes and served as an elder. During this time his wife, Edna, died.

Later he married Jimmie Davis Coleman. In August 1993, they moved to Fayetteville, Ga., and began attending Fayetteville Church of Christ. Although his health was failing with Alzheimers disease, Richie continued to attend worship services faithfully until a couple of weeks before his death.

He is survived by his wife, Jimmie; his brother; four children; 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Atlanta.

Gospel Advocate, January, 1997, page 44.

Richmond, Clarence Lester

Clarence Lester Richmond, (1895-1981), was born Nov. 30, to Jacob R. and Sarah Elizabeth (Bacon) Richmond, at their Waterville home just south of Cleveland, in Bradley County, Tenn., in which County the Richmonds settled about 1850. His immediate ancestors were Christians, and records show that his grandfather Bacon, and daughter Sarah Elizabeth, became part of nearby Antioch church of Christ in 1878. Clarence Richmond was baptized at Cleveland in 1912.

On July 18, 1923 he and Miss Edith Hutcheson, of Bledsoe County, were married in Montgomery, Ala. They have resided in Cleveland, and here their four children were born: Clarence, Jr., Mrs. Ed (Ann) Sewell, Mrs. Nancy Perry, and Joe Robin (deceased).

In 1919 he immediately became active in East Side church of Christ; as time passed, this included teaching, serving as treasurer, as a deacon, and, in 1935, the eldership, where he served until death.

68 years a Christian! 45 years an elder! A fine husband; a loving father; a shining example glowing brighter with passing years. In 40-plus years of preaching, the writer has not known an elder more suited to the flock he shepherded and to the locale in which he lived. He loved, and was loved; he spoke cautiously and kindly, and was heard and heeded; he sought to be what he taught others to be. God has been good to us in permitting us to know him as a brother in Christ, and a friend.

Death occurred Jan. 25, 1981. A memorial service was conducted Jan. 27 in East Side meetinghouse. East Side youth sang favorite old-time songs and hymns. Mike Gurganus, resident preacher, and the writer, spoke. Interment was in Clevelands Fort Hill Cemetery.

Raymond H. Crumbliss., 4339 Comet Trail, Hixson, Tenn. 37343.

Gospel Advocate, May 7, 1981, page 280.

Richmond, Fannie Gardener

Sister Fannie Gardener Richmond passed away on October 15, 1906, aged sixty-two years and eighteen days. There was a very large number of her friends present to hear the last words that were said by the writer before her remains were placed in the cold ground. As best the writer could gather, she obeyed the gospel under the teaching of Brother J. D. Floyd about forty-one years ago, having lived as nearly up to her duty as she possibly could to the day of her death. She leaves a husband, four boys, and two girls to mourn their loss. We should try to emulate the good and noble in the lives that have gone before us and ever shun the bad.

S. W. Bell., Chattanooga, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November 1, 1906, page 703.

Richmond, Godfrey George

Godfrey George Richmond, of 969 East Fifty-ninth, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, passed away without a moments warning on February 2, 1932, in his sixty-first year. Interment in the family plot in Mountain View Cemetery was on February 4. Charles Bailey, of the Blundell church of Christ, conducted the funeral service, which was very appropriate and in keeping with Brother Richmonds wishes. The services were well attended by the brethren from both the Vancouver and Blundell congregation, and many beautiful flowers paid tribute to the sympathy of the many sorrowing friends. Brother Richmond came into the church under the preaching of Hugh Rogers at Blundell quite a number of years ago, and has been very faithful and a constant helper in the Lords work. Just about a week before he passed away he gave a very encouraging talk at the morning worship. We rejoice that he was well prepared to go to his reward. Our sympathy is with Sister Richmond, his loving wife, and small daughter, Ruth, also his brothers and sisters, including our Sister Meadon, of Pasadena, Calif.

J. L. Saunders., 1828 West Thirty-fifth, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Gospel Advocate, March 24, 1932, page 382.

Richmond, Gus, Sr.

The church in Atlanta has lost a faithful worker. Gus Richmond, Sr., a leader in Atlanta church work for many years, passed away December 14, 1964. He was born June 26, 1887 of Jacob R. and Elizabeth Bacon Richmond on a small farm near Cleveland, Tennessee.

Brother Richmond married Flossie Groover at Bridgeport, Alabama, June 17, 1917. To this marriage were born three surviving children, Gus, Jr., Lois Inez, and Nina Sue, all faithful Christians.

During his working years Brother Richmond was a Railroad Man. He began his career at a local freight station of the Southern Railway in Chattanooga. He retired from his position as General Freight Agent with what is now the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad in 1946 due to ill health. His active life was interrupted five times by extended stays in hospitals for the treatment of tuberculosis, which he contacted during a brief stay in the army in 1918.

Brother Richmonds service to the Lord began with his baptism in Chattanooga in 1915. He was appointed a deacon in the West End church in Atlanta in 1921, in which capacity he served until his appointment as an elder at West End in 1933. He served as an elder of the Northwest congregation from 1955 until 1964 when he resigned due to ill health.

Brother Richmond had a part in several projects which are worthy of mention. He helped in the relocation and building program of the West End congregation in 1928. He helped start the Simpson Street church about 1934, the Northwest congregation in 1942, and the Chamblee congregation in 1952.

He was characterized by a knowledge of the Bible, a spirit of love for his fellow man, and a determined sense of duty toward the work of the Lord. He will long be remembered for his strong leadership in the church in Atlanta, for his encouragement of young people to give their lives in Christian service, for helping the unfortunate, and for his faithful Christian living.

Jesse Long.

Gospel Advocate, February 11, 1965, page 95.

Richmond, Jacob R.

Jacob R. Richmond was born in Bradley County, Tenn., on February 26, 1859, and died on February 14, 1927. He was married to Miss Sarah Elizabeth Bacon on April 30, 1882. To this union four sons were born, one of whom, Albert, died in February, 1915. He is survived by his widow; three sonsArch and Gus, of Atlanta, Ga., and Clarence L., of Cleveland, Tenn.; and one brother, John H. Richmond, of Lenoir City, Tenn. He lived all his life in Bradley County. Ten or twelve years ago he moved into Cleveland and was a resident of the town until his death. He was a quiet, law-abiding citizen, unassuming in his nature, making it his rule to attend to his own business and to let other peoples alone. He was industrious in his habits of life and honest and conscientious in all his dealings. His sons are all highly respected, occupy good positions, and are trustworthy business men in all respects. He obeyed the gospel in early life, and for fifty years or more he lived a faithful Christian. He was kind and accommodating as a neighbor, and no man was more ready to nurse the sick and distressed. A man of few words, but we could always depend on what he said. These things caused him to be loved and respected by all, both in the church and without. He was the senior member and an elder in the East Side Church, and was very much loved and respected by all its members. We miss him very much; but our loss is his eternal gain. To Sister Richmond and the sons we say: God be with you, keep you, and guide you to that better land, where partings are no more. After short funeral services at the church house, his body was laid to rest in Fort Hill Cemetery, to await the resurrection of Gods saints.

George W. Farmer.

Gospel Advocate, October 20, 1927, page 1008.

Rickard, M. J.

We are again called upon with a sad heart to report the death of Sister M. J. Rickard, wife of Bro. W. C. Rickard, which occurred near Glenville in LaFayette county, Miss., February 4, 1891. She was born August 29, 1857, and joined the church of Christ at Hartford, Polk county, Ark., about fifteen years ago. She left a husband and nine children. But since the time of her death the little babe has gone to meet her just beyond the river. We sympathize with Bro. Rickard in his loss, but we must remember that the Lord giveth and he taketh away. Blessed be the name of the Lord. Sister Rickard was one who loved to attend our Lords day meetings; but her seat now at our house is vacant. But will say to the heart-broken husband and children, life up your bowed-down heads, and be as ready as she was when called. She is waiting and watching for you on the other shore.

John T. Keel., Harmontown, Miss.

Gospel Advocate, March 4, 1891, page 133.

Rickard, Mrs. Nello, Sr.

After a brief illness Mrs. Nello Rickard, Sr., passed from this life on September 17, 1970. Born near Belgreen, Alabama, on July 11, 1893 she was a faithful Christian for sixty-four years, a dedicated wife and mother for fifty-six years, and a godly woman known far and wide for her good works. Left behind is her husband, Nello Rickard., Sr., of Vina, Alabama, and three sons, Nello Rickard, Jr. of Sheffield, Alabama, James Rickard of Atlanta, Georgia, and John Rickard of Melbourne, Florida. We weep not for loved ones who are with us no more, rather we pray with those this side of eternitys shore, as we wait to join those who have gone on before, for a glorious reunion beyond heavens door. We gently laid her body to rest in the clay soil of Franklin County, Alabama, where she lived all her life. Her children rise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. (Prov. 31:28.)

James S. Rickard.

Gospel Advocate, October 29, 1970, page 702.

Rickard, Nello, Sr.

On September 13, 1977, twenty days short of his 86th birthday, Nello Rickard, Sr., peacefully passed from this life to a far better place. We laid his body to rest in the clay soil of Franklin County, Ala., near the place where he was born on October 3, 1891. His beloved wife, our mother, preceded him in death by seven years. Although stricken with blindness and bowed down with grief during his later years his faith never faltered. He was a strong, stalwart Christian, and cheerful to the very end. Until stricken with blindness he was a life-long reader of theAdvocate. He raised his family and spent most of his life as a rural letter carrier in the small town of Vina, Ala. The church there was never large, but due in a large part of his faithful efforts the light of Christianity burned bright in that community and does to this day. At his request he lived in the Shoals Nursing Home, Tuscumbia, Ala., during his last few years. The care and treatment he received there could not have been finer anywhere. He is survived by three sons, Nello Jr., Sheffield, Ala., James S., East Point, Ga., and John R., Tullahoma, Tenn. Also surviving are five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Lamar Plunkett spoke words of comfort at the funeral.

James S. Rickard.

Gospel Advocate, October 13, 1977, page 654.

Ricketts, Charley

On June 1, 1910, the angel of death came and claimed for his own Brother Charley Ricketts, aged seventy-two years, five months, and six days. He leaves two children (Mr. Harvey Ricketts and Mrs. Eldora Locke), two little grandchildren, and two sisters (Mrs. A. Akin and Mrs. F. Shay), besides a host of relatives and friends, to mourn their loss; but their loss is his eternal gain. Brother Ricketts was loved by all who knew him, both young and old, and was a consistent Christian. He worshiped with the Beech Hill congregation. The church has lost one of its most faithful members; his children, a loving, kind-hearted father; and the community, one of its best citizens. Since the death of Brother Ricketts loving companion, which came bout six months before his death, he has been grief-stricken and never seemed well any more. All that loving hands and hearts could do was done for him. His children stayed by him till the end came. The bereaved have our heart-felt sympathy; but they weep not as those who have no hope, but look forward to the time when they hope that the family will be reunited and will be forever an unbroken family. Funeral services by Elder W. R. Spivy.

(Miss) Frances Rail.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1910, page 1003.

Ricketts, Mrs. Charley

On December 11, 1909, Sister Charley Ricketts departed this life of pain and sorrow to rest with those that have gone on before. All that loving hearts and willing hands could do was done for her. It was so hard to give her up; but we must look to Him that doeth all things well, and say: Not my will, but thine, be done. Sister Ricketts was a devout and faithful Christian from her girlhood days. Many times during her sickness she told her loved ones to of the joys that were awaiting her, and that she had nothing to fear beyond the dark river, and asked them to meet her. Sister Ricketts was sixty-seven years of age, and leaves a husband and two childrenMr. Harvey Ricketts and Mrs. Eldora Locketo mourn their loss, besides a host of other relatives and friends. I pray that the Lord may bless them all in this time of grief. She was one of the most devoted wives and mothers, always laboring for the comfort and welfare of her loved ones, who will greatly miss her. But their loss is her gain. After a short talk and prayer by Brother R. J. Rail, her remains were laid to rest at Pisgah burying ground, to await the resurrection day.

Mount Pleasant, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 3, 1910, page 151.

Ricks, Mary Lulu

At the home of her father, at Center, Texas, Sister Mary Lulu Ricks, wife of Henry Ricks, died on April 10, 1904. Sister Ricks was born into this world on April 15, 1875, and was born into the kingdom of God on June 10, 1892; and was married to Henry Ricks, in Center, Texas, on February 11, 1901. She left behind her two sweet babes and a loving and tender husband. Many friends and loved ones grieved to see her go. But just before she died, realizing that her life here on earth was soon to end, she said: I am not afraid to die; I am prepared to meet the Lord. Then, bidding those around her good-by, she passed to the other side. In other years, while preaching the gospel in East Texas, I was much in the home of Brother and Sister J. S. Stephenson. Two more godly and faithful souls I never knew. They were the father and mother of Sister Ricks, and I knew her well both before and after she was married; and I loved her as a faithful Christian woman. A lover of Gods truth and way, consistent, firm, and noble was she always. I was much pained when I heard of her death. But to the Christian the grave has lost its victory and death its sting, and we look beyond for another and infinitely happier and brighter life for her and all the faithful in Jesus. I know she will live again when Jesus comes again to reward the faithful and the true. May God lead and bless the sorrowing ones, and may these sorrows be used to purify and uplift them and draw them nearer to the Lord, who does all things well.

Price Billingsley.

Gospel Advocate, November 14, 1907, page 734.

Ridder, Margrett Silvie

Miss Margrett Silvie Ridder was born on August 20, 1914, and departed to be with her Lord on June 14, 1931. She was baptized into Christ by the writer on February 5, 1930. God has taken one of his dear children home to live with him and there to wait our coming. We do not mourn, only from the weakness of the flesh; our spirits rejoice with hers in that she has gone home, and life with its sorrows is done. We will forever know her as Margrett, in childhood sweet and gentle, kind to all. Those of us who loved her will miss her words mingled with smiles. Wherever she went, there was sunshine. While the dark cloud of death is over us now, she is enjoying that silver side brightened by Gods eternal love.

W. T. Hines.

Gospel Advocate, July 30, 1931, page 950.

Riddick, Lucy Neal

Services for Lucy Neal Riddick were conducted April 8 in Maury City, Tenn. She was 103.

Born in 1889 in Maury City, she was the daughter of James McDonald Neal and Lucy Tennessee Smith Neal.

Riddick was married to Joseph De Kalb Riddick in 1911 and helped him organize Planters Bank in the same year.

She was baptized in 1914 and faithfully attended worship at the Maury City Church of Christ until she was 95.

Riddick was preceded in death by her husband in 1960 and a son, Joseph McDonald Riddick. She is survived by two children: Martha Riddick Gilley and James Woodrow Riddick; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, July, 1993, page 57.

Riddle, Rachel

On Thursday, June 22, 1916, our beloved sister in Christ, Rachel Riddle, closed her eyes to all earthly scenes and bade farewell to all the happiness, as well as the sorrows, of this fleeting life. Her body was placed in the grave at Viola to await the resurrection of the dead on that great day. We feel comforted by the Scriptures that she will be one of Christs at his coming, for in much was her daily life in beautiful harmony with his word. Rachel possessed several of the Christian graces. Two of these, meekness and patience, seemed to shine out from her countenance. She leaves a bereaved husband and two little children to mourn her loss, but they do not mourn as those who have no hope. She obeyed the gospel in September, 1905, under the teachings of Brother F. W. Smith, and lived faithfully the Christian life. She was born on February 4, 1888. She was married on August 4, 1909, to Charles Riddle, who, with her mother, father, and several brothers and sisters, survives her. While it almost breaks our hearts to part from our beloved ones, we have the comfort of the Scriptures to sustain us on our lonely pilgrimage thereafter. The more faithful study of these, coupled with faith and our unceasing prayers, becomes the healing balm to all kindred woes.

A Sister in Christ.

Gospel Advocate, August 17, 1916, page 835.

Rider, James

James Rider, eighty-six, an elder and leader of Patmos, Ark., died on March 29. He was the eldest son of George and Susan Rider, and was born in Shelby County, Ind., March 13, 1848. He moved with his parents and other members of his family to Hempstead County, Ark., in 1869. Here he made his home until his death. Uncle Jimmiethis is the name by which every man in the county knew himwas all his life a true supporter of the church. He and his brothers and his father, who were faithful, were pioneers in the cause of Christ in south Hampstead County. They established the cause at Sardis and Patmos and assisted in planting it in Hope and other near-by communities. Uncle Jimmies character was spotless. He never missed a single meeting upon Lords days or upon other occasions; his words were few; his very face reflected a clean life; he was honest in business, and always thoughtful of others. Men like Tant, Nichol, Starnes, Cook, etc., stayed in Uncle Jimmies home and enjoyed his splendid Bible conversations and friendly hospitality. Brother Rider was the father of six sons and six daughters, and is survived by three sons (Frank, Luther, with whom he lived, and Elbert) and three daughters (Ellen, Jennie, and Alice). All of these are faithful to the church which their father loved.

Ulrich R. Beeson., 1009 Fourth Street, Alva, Okla.

Gospel Advocate, July 5, 1934, page 653.

Ridge, Florence Burgess

Mrs. Florence Burgess Ridge was born November 5, 1855, at Parkersburg, W. Va.; passed at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alma Ridge Bunch, January 28, 1940, at Athens, Tenn. She was married to the late Isaac Milton Ridge, October 31, 1888. To this union two daughters and one son were born. Stella Ridge died in infancy. Alma Virginia and Burgess Milton survive; also one grandson, Robert B. Bunch, who is a student of the University of Tennessee. Mrs. Ridge was baptized by the late J. C. McQuiddy at Tenth Street Church, which is now Russell Street, in Nashville, Tenn. She was an active and consecrated member of the church, and was responsible in a large measure for the growth of the church at Old Foster Street, which is now Grace Avenue congregation, her husband being an elder there when they lived in Nashville. He passed away on the same dateJanuary 28, 1906exactly thirty-four years prior to her death. Sister Ridge lived a humble and simple life, worthy and commendable. Both the church and family feel keenly the loss of this good woman.

Mrs. Paul Miller.

Gospel Advocate, March 27, 1941, page 311.

Ridge, Isaac M.

Isaac M. Ridge, of Nashville, Tenn., passed away from earth on January 28, 1906, in the forty-sixth year of his age. In 1890, he married Miss Florence Burgess. He made the good confession and was baptized soon thereafter, and immediately began working with the Foster Street congregation in Nashville. He was always busily engaged in his occupationthat of a cabinet workmanand was a man of limited education, but he was a constant student of the Bible. He carried a copy of it in his pocket, read it in his hours of leisure, and talked with his fellow-workmen of its great truths. He endeavored to obtain, through correspondence schools, a better education, that he might be better fitted to teach the Bible. By determined effort he overcame, to some extent, a natural diffidence and timidity that hampered him in that work. He was for several years an able, efficient elder of the Foster Street congregation, and had charge of the Sunday-school work. Much of the success of the congregation is due to his faithful, untiring efforts to impress, by precept and example, the principles of the religion of Christ. He enjoyed the respect and confidence of his employers, the love and esteem of his Christian friends. He left to his wife and the son and daughter who survive him the example of an earnest Christian lifea better heritage than wealth or worldly honor.

Emma Page.

Gospel Advocate, November 29, 1906, page 764.

Ridge, T. J.

In September, 1906, I was called to Monteagle, Tenn., to baptize Brother T. J. Ridge; on October 19, 1909, I was called there to preach his funeral. Brother Ridge was born on January 1, 1847. He had been in bad health for several years. Considering his health and age, he was what we would term a babe in Christ at his death. How much better it is to obey the gospel in youth, when we can give all our life to the Lord! This is the first death in the church at Monteagle and the first funeral service ever held in the new house. The house was about full for the first time. I do not know any congregation of Christians that are living more after the teaching of the Scriptures than the church at Monteagle. Its members have been faithful to Brother Ridge, and now I feel sure that they will visit his wife, son, and daughter in the true sense.

W. P. Sims., Hillsboro, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November 25, 1909, page 1494.

Ridley, Mrs. Joe

Early on the Lords day, May 19, 1963, Sister Joe Ridley suffered a severe heart attack and death followed immediately. Brother and Sister Ridley have been members of the Lindsley Avenue church in Nashville, Tenn. (where this writer preaches), for many years. He directs the singing and is well-known over a wide area as an able director of gospel songs. He led the singing in one of the Hardeman Tabernacle Meetings. Sister Ridley had been a member of the church for fifty years and regularly attended services as her health permitted. She was a gracious host and dearly loved being with people. Beside her husband, a daughter, several grandchildren, and a sister, she leaves a great number of friends to mourn her passing. Funeral services were conducted by the writer and T. Coy Porter at beautiful Travelers Rest, where the Ridleys made their home and Sister Ridley served as hostess. The body was laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery.

G. E. Woods.

Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1963, page 431.

Ridley, Joseph Rogers

Joseph Rogers Ridley, 79, died in Nashville, Tenn., May 3, 1973. He was a native of Leeville, Tenn., but lived most of his life in Nashville. For a number of years he was employed by the Life and Casualty Insurance Company and the L & N Railroad. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John E. B. Ridley. His father was a gospel preacher who labored much in Middle Tennessee. In those days preachers received very little for their services and Joes mother found it difficult at times to provide for a large family while her husband was absent from home preaching. But, as Joe told the story, she never complained but always reminded the children that the Lord would provide for them, which he always did. For many years Joe led the singing for churches in Nashville. In 1942 he led the singing for the fifth Hardeman Tabernacle Meeting in Nashville. Joe loved the church and the Lord. He was always ready to make sacrifices to advance the Lords work. When the little church in Jackson, Miss., was struggling for existence in the early twenties, Joe Ridley asked the Life and Casualty Insurance Company, for which he was working at that time, to transfer him to Jackson, Miss., that he might go there and lead the singing and help build up the church. The writer was at that time a young man also living in that city and working for the Life and Casualty Insurance Company. A very warm friendship between them grew out of that early association and continued until the day of his death. Today there are five strong churches of Christ in Jackson, Miss., and all of them owe much to Joe Ridley and the few Christians who worked with him in those early days of the church in that city. He later moved back to Nashville and for many years worked for the L & N Railroad. The last time Brother Ridley led the singing was at the Riverwood church in Nashville on April 29, 1973, and the last song he led was Majestic Sweetness. At the time of his death he was a member of Central Church of Christ in Nashville. On August 23, 1917 he married Clara Givens, who preceded him in death May 19, 1963. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Alise Ridley of Nashville whom he married May 5, 1966, and an adopted daughter, Mrs. Lorene Railey of Hendersonville; two sisters, Sally V. Ridley and Mrs. Anne Beamer of Nashville; a brother, Vernon Ridley of Nashville and five grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted by Thomas C. Whitfield, minister of Central Church of Christ in Nashville and burial was in Woodlawn Memorial Park in Nashville, Tenn.

J. Roy Vaughan.

Gospel Advocate, May 24, 1973, page 338.

Ridley, Lucy Whitworth

On the afternoon of July 15, 1919, the death messenger entered the home of Sister Lucy Whitworth Ridley and claimed her spirit. Sister Ridley was born on October 5, 1853. On October 23, 1878, she was married to William B. Ridley, with whom she lived happily till death claimed him, fifteen years ago. They both lived faithful to their marriage vows unto the end. To this union six children were born, four daughters and two sons. Three of them passed over the river of death several years before their dear mother was called. She faithfully and lovingly cared for and nursed them and her devoted husband, as only a tender, loving mother can, till death claimed them. She not only cared for and watched over her own dear children, but she took into her own home a poor, homeless little boy, and was to him a mother, and such tender care and love he received from her till her health became so impaired that she was forced to give up her home-keeping. Truly could it have been said of her: She looketh well to the way of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. A truer, more faithful wife and mother could not be found. For more than twenty-five years she served her Lord and Master faithfully. She always possessed a meek, humble, and quiet spirit in the discharge of her every duty. Her trust was ever in Christ, and she went to him daily in prayer. If the prayers and tears of her children could have availed, their dear mother would have lived many years; but now they sorrow, but not as those without hope.

Gospel Advocate, October 9, 1919, page 1000.

Ridley, William Beasley

Brother William Beasley Ridley was born on January 28, 1850, and departed this life on March 16, 1904. He was baptized in 1879, by Brother E. G. Sewell. Brother Ridley was a brother of J. E. B. Ridley, deceased. He leaves a wife and five children. Sister Ridley, the four girls, and the little boy did their part faithfully in nursing Brother Ridley during his long siege of sickness. I was personally acquainted with him for a number of years, and I found him to be an earnest, faithful, devout Christian. His faith was so strong and his confidence was so great that he thought no sacrifice was too great to be made in the name of the Lord. He pleaded for peace, union, and love in the family of God, and it filled his very soul with joy and gladness when he could see and realize that the church is the salt of the earth and the light of the world. For several months he was expecting to be called from earth. His faith grew stronger and stronger up to the very last, and at the close he was willing and ready to lean upon the rich promises of the dear Redeemer of the world. Brother Ridley will be missed in his home, in the church, and in the community. His noble, Christian life is an open book to be read by us who still linger behind. May the Lord bless the bereaved ones.

F. C. Sowell.

Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1904, page 282.

Riggan, Asa

Asa Riggan was born Oct. 5, 1821, in the state of North Carolina, and was brought to Tennessee at the age of 2 years, and has lived from that time near Sams Creek. He was married Feb. 4, 1842, to Kittie E. Greer. He obeyed the gospel in the year 1885, under the preaching of J. K. Blackman. He leaves a wife and seven children. He died April 3, 1895. The above is the date of the beginning and end of a quiet though earnest soldier of the cross, who was put to rest in the presence of a large gathering of friends.

G. F. Cullom.

Gospel Advocate, August 22, 1895, page 543.

Riggan, W. H.

Brother W. H. Riggan was born on January 24, 1880, and died on July 18, 1911. He was married to Dovie Lingo on April 10, 1909. He was sick about six months with consumption and suffered much. All that medical skill and loving hands could do was done. He was an honest citizen, a good neighbor, a kind and devoted husband and father, and a Christian. He had been a member of the church of Christ for one year and six months. He read the Bible a great deal. Brother Riggan leaves a wife and an infant child, together with a host of relatives and friends, to mourn his death. He will be greatly missed in his home. Funeral services were conducted by Brother L. L. Jones at the family graveyard. It grieves us that his place is vacant in the church, but we are sure that what is loss to us is gain to him. It is better for him to depart and be with Christ then remain with us here. His life was made happy by his devoted wife, family, and friends, but now he is amid joys unspeakable with God and the angels. To the bereaved I would say: Sorrow not, for your hope is bright regarding your loved one, for he died in the Lord. Thus his death is blessed, his resurrection will be glorious and his life eternal. Many hearts go out in tender sympathy for the bereaved family.

Carrie Brown.

Gospel Advocate, August 24, 1911, page 950.

Riggins, Mary Louise

On April 28, 1923, the spirit of Sister Mary Louise Riggins moved from its earthly house back into the hands of Him who gave it. She was born on May 4, 1847. On April 15, 1869, she was married to R. W. Riggins, who preceded her to that mystic realm in 1913. To this union were born three childrenRobert Riggins, Miss Lula Riggins, and Mrs. Laura Cole, all of whom are living. In early life Sister Riggins united with the Baptist Church and lived consistent to its teachings until 1890, at which time she became a member of the church of Christ under the preaching of Brother J. C. McQuiddy. She was one of the charter members of the church at Normandy, Tenn. She, with her husband and children, moved to Memphis, Tenn., in 1906. With the assistance of a few other devout members, they started the McKellar Avenue congregation. Those who knew her best praised her most for her clean, pure, sacrificing, Christian life. When speaking of others, she mentioned only the good. She was a friend and neighbor to all within her reach. Her remains were interred in the Stephenson Chapel cemetery by the side of her husband. Funeral services were conducted by Brother F. L. Paisley, of Alamo, Tenn.

E. L. Whitaker.

Gospel Advocate, October 4, 1923, page 970.

Riggs, Alice Gray

Alice Gray Riggs was one of eight children born into a Christian home on a busy farm in Graves County, Ky. Alice Gray knew Christian love, strict parental guidance and the dignity of labor. She became a Christian early, was graduated from Mayfield High School, and from Western Kentucky State College, at Bowling Green. She taught in grade schools about Mayfield and at Reidland, where she also taught high school subjects in emergency. On July 16, 1924, she was married to Harvey W. Riggs, and they both attended Harding College for the term of 1924-25.

After babies came she never left the home to take an outside position. But she was ever a teacher in church schools, womens groups, and in teacher-training activities. Other young mothers brought their children to her home, both for baby sitting and for teaching, saying: Train them like you do your own. Such still cherish her.

As wife of a struggling preacher, she became a thrifty housekeeper, managing a small budget, sewing for herself and children. We served in hard fields with small support; but she always kept a hospitable home, feeding the preachers and others who came hungry. She became a practical nurse, helping in many times of emergency and need. Not the least of all, she helped an ordinary struggling preacher succeed in a fairly fruitful gospel work, always encouraging and supporting.

Passing from this life on Sept. 18, 1981, she leaves a Christian husband, four Christian children who are happily married and building their own Christian homes, fourteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Lloyd Spivey and Gary Knuckles made the final services fittingly impressive, in the church building at Calhoun, Ky. Our marker says: Together Forever.

Harvey Riggs.

Gospel Advocate, October 21, 1982, page 633.

Riggs, Hattie Wilhite

Mrs. Hattie Wilhite Riggs was born on March 21, 1867, in McLean County, Ky., and departed this life August 7, 1960, in Owensboro, Ky. She married George M. Riggs, and to this union four children were born, three of whom survive. A son, J. L. Riggs, died in 1939. She is survived by Harvey W. Riggs, a well-known gospel preacher, of Owensboro, Ky., and by two daughters, Miss Grace Riggs of Owensboro and Mrs. J. L. Fulkerson of Livermore, Ky. Sister Riggs obeyed the gospel early in life and was a faithful Christian all the rest of her days. She was instrumental in establishing the cause in Owensboro. Among her survivors are three preachers of the gospel, a son Harvey W. Riggs and two grandsons, Robert Riggs of Memphis, Tenn., and Raymond R. Fulkerson of Crawfordsville, Ind. Funeral services were conducted in Owensboro and Calhoun, Ky., by the writer and Layton Hall. Her body was laid to rest at old Ebenezer in McLean County, Ky. 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.

Allen Phy.

Gospel Advocate, August 25, 1960, page 543.

Riggs, M. F.

M. F. Riggs was born in the New Salem community of Weakley County, Tenn., July 1, 1902. His parents were Paul and Mattie Emmons Riggs. Brother Riggs died March 10, 1977 and is survived by his wife, the former Ruel Bailey.

Brother Riggs was educated in the public schools of Weakley County and in 1924 was graduated from Gupton-Jones school of Mortuary Science in Nashville. He began his career as a Funeral Director, at Obion, Tenn., and later worked for a funeral home at Harriman, Tenn. He returned to Weakley County and was associated with Winstead and Jones Funeral Homes at Martin, Tenn., and Fulton, Ky. For more than twenty years he was a partner in the Bowling-Riggs Funeral Home of Dresden, Tenn.

Through the years a considerable amount of time was given by Brother Riggs to civic affairs. He served as alderman in Dresden, a member of the Weakley County Board of Education, secretary and president in the Chamber of Commerce. He was vice-president of the Dresden Manufacturing Company and vice-president of the Tennessee Funeral Directors Association. He held embalmers and funeral directors licenses in both Tennessee and Kentucky.

Of even greater concern to Brother Riggs was the church. For many years he served as treasurer of the Dresden congregation. He lived to see this church become one of the strongest and most influential in that area.

Funeral services were conducted by the writer and Charles W. Leonard.

Not only is Brother Riggs sorely missed by his wife but by all of us who through the years have known him.

Reeder Oldham.

Gospel Advocate, May 26, 1977, page 334.

Riggs, Zerelda

Sister Zerelda Riggs, whose maiden name was Sanford, was born in Henry county, Ky., May 30, 1811, and lived beyond her three score and ten, being seventy-five years, 2 months and 8 days old at the time of her death, which occurred the 8th of May, 1887, in Bardwell, Ky. At the early age of seventeen she became a Christian, and for a period of nearly sixty years she faithfully served her Master. In all the relations of friend, wife, mother and Christian, she was devoted and true, and many are the hearts made sad by her death, but we sorrow not as those who have no hope, for she came to her grave in full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in his season, (Job v:26) ripe and ready for the heavenly garner.

John T. Owens., Metropolis, Ill.

Gospel Advocate, June 15, 1887, page 383.

Rigney, J. C.

J. C. Rigney, long-time trustee of Abilene Christian University, died recently in Lubbock after an extended illness. Funeral services were conducted at the Broadway Church of Christ in Lubbock.

Rigney, 86, joined the ACU Board of Trustees in 1947 and the Senior Board in 1969. He was a founding member of ACUs National Development Council and served as the South Plains regional chairman of that organization. He served as a general chairman of the fund-raising campaign for the Citizenship wing of the administration building.

Rigney was also a trustee of Lubbock Christian College, and served as an elder of the Broadway Church of Christ.

Born May 16, 1895, in coffee County, Tenn., he attended Thorpe Springs Christian College and later served as a business manager there.

He married the former Jewell Eaton Feb. 11, 1924.

Funeral services were handled by Rix Funeral Home of Lubbock with Joe Barnett, former minister of the Broadway Church of Christ, and Harvie Pruitt, president of Lubbock Christian College, presiding. Elders of the Broadway church served as pall bearers.

Rigney is survived by his wife, also by a daughter Mrs. Marvin Robinson, of Lubbock; two sons, Jack Rigney of Lubbock and David Rigney of Lake Charles, La.; two brothers, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, December 3, 1981, page 731.

Riley, Annie Holt

Annie Holt was born on June 28, 1856. She was married to J. E. Riley on December 29, 1874. She was baptized on August 24, 1893, by Brother R. T. Sisco, and from that time till death claimed her, October 11, 1921, she lived a true, devoted, Christian life, hence was willing and ready to go. She leaves Brother Riley and some children and grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn her death; but they weep not as those that have no hope, but expect to meet her in the sweet by and by. After words of comfort by the writer, her body was laid to rest near Hendrix Chapel to wait till Jesus comes.

C. N. Hudson.

Gospel Advocate, December 8, 1921, page 1206.

Riley, Dela Oma

At the request of Brother William Riley, of Cedar Dell, Marshall County, Tenn., I record the death of their only daughter, Dela Oma Riley. She was born on January 19, 1881; obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Sam Sewell at the age of thirteen; and died on December 20, 1915. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in the Cedar Dell meetinghouse in the presence of a large number of sorrowing friends and relatives. Sister Dela was never strong physically, but was very strong spiritually, having made the Bible her study. Brother Mark White has told me that a question hardly ever passed her unanswered in the Lords-day lesson. She loved her father and mother, the church, and the assembly of the saints. She loved to talk about the Bible, the church, and heaven. She died with nervous prostration. She was confined to her bed four years, lacking four months, yet she never murmured. Her greatest concern in that respect was that she feared she would wear her father and mother out. I would not say to them not to grieve after so loving a daughter as Dela was, but I would say, when this cloud of grief has vanished away and you have become more reconciled, study your Bible and rely upon the rich promises of the same as your source of comfort and consideration. May those promises comfort and console them.

N. C. Derryberry.

Gospel Advocate, March 16, 1916, page 271.

Riley, James A.

James A. Riley was born on February 2, 1826. He was married on October 1, 1846. Ten children were born to them and lived to be grown and married. He came into the church in 1876, and died on July 26, 1905, near Olmstead Station, Ky. He left most of his children, four brothers, and many relatives and friends to mourn their loss of him. Brother Riley was an industrious, economical man, and made a comfortable living for his family. He was a faithful and earnest member of the church. He was a plain, outspoken man, had strong convictions and was never backward in expressing and standing by them. Brother Riley was loyal and faithful to the plain word of the Lord, but had no confidence in the opinions and inventions of man in any matter of faith and practice in the church. The people of the whole community had great confidence in his honesty and integrity as a Christian man. By the death of Brother Riley, the church has lost a useful member; the community, a good citizen; and his children, a kind and affectionate father, his wife having preceded him to

the grave. The large crowd present at his funeral, though on a cloudy, drizzly day, manifested the high esteem in which he was held in the community. But though he has bid farewell to his family, his brethren and friends, they sorrow not as those who have no hope; and if they all will faithfully serve the Lord while they live, they will meet him where tears and sad farewells will be felt and feared no more.

E. G. S.

Gospel Advocate, August 17, 1905, page 522.

Riley, John

Brother John Riley was born on March 1, 1874, and departed this life on January 20, 1920. In 1900 he married Athley Coleman. At an early age he accepted the doctrine of the Baptist Church. In 1902 he heard the gospel preached by Brother Joe Ratcliffe, and since has been worshiping with the church of Christ at Bethany, Henry County, Tenn. He was kind and gentle toward all. He was industrious and contributed freely to the cause of Christ. He is missed at the Lords-day service, as well as at home and among his friends. A loss to the church, his home, and his community is sustained in his death. His wife and three children, Gay, Clovis, and Mary Ruth, survive him; but they sorrow not as those who have no hope, but rather are comforted by the Masters words Blessed are they that wash their robes, that they may have the right to come to the tree of life, and may enter in by the gates into the city. Words of comfort were spoken by W. E. Morgan. The remains were interred at the Bethany Cemetery. We sympathize with the bereaved in their loss, which we believe to be his gain.

W. B. Norman.

Gospel Advocate, August 5, 1920, page 775.

Riley, Lias

One of the oldest men, if not the oldest man, in Logan County, Ky., died near Allensville, on the morning of April 28, 1920, and the body was laid to rest in the cemetery in Allensville in the afternoon of April 29, in a vault which was built under his own supervision. Brother Lias Riley lived over ninety-two years on the place and in sight of the place where he was born. For fifty-six years he lived with his wife, who, with their nine grown children, survives him. He was a faithful husband, a good father, and a quiet, earnest, Christian man. Over half of his long life was spent in the service of his Master in the church of the living God, and he was, no doubt, brought into the kingdom of Christ under the influence of his faithful, Christian wife. Their devotion to each other and to the church was truly lovely. Brother Rileys life was never like a storm, but was as quiet as a May morning, and it was fitting that his death should likewise be quiet and peaceful, as his life had always been. It had for many years been his expressed wish and prayer that he might die suddenly on some bright, sunny day, and not have to undergo the suffering of a long spell of sickness and be a trouble and worry to his family. His prayer was answered; for a little after sunrise on a clear day he fell in his yard and lived just long enough to be assisted into his room, when he peacefully fell asleep in Jesus, the body to await the resurrection, and the spirit went to God who gave it. May his faithful widow, the companion of his life, his children and grandchildren, look forward to a happy reunion on the other side. The example of his meek and quiet Christian life is a great legacy to his descendants. The Lord comfort Sister Riley, who will miss him more than any of them. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.

F. B. Srygley.

Gospel Advocate, May 27, 1920, page 535.

Riley, Mary G.

Another one of our noblest, bravest, and best soldiers is gone. Mary G. Riley died at her home on Beech Creek, Wayne county. She was born Dec. 28, 1830; was married at the early age of sixteen to Eliphaz Riley, and obeyed the gospel in 1873 under the teaching of Brother J. H. Halbrook. She was the mother of eleven children. Seven of them still survive her. Four of them and her husband having gone on, her interest in heaven was great. One of them was P. L. Riley, that consecrated, God-loving, self-sacrificing, Christ-like man, who in his logical and earnest appeals had caused many to flee from the wrath to come. I am not writing his obituary, but I could not do her justice without speaking of him and his labors. Few people leaves as many friends and as few enemies as she. All who knew her loved her. Death had no terrors for her. Yea, it was a pleasure. I was with her three days before she died, and had a talk with her as to her eternal home. Here are her own words: I am prepared, I am waiting, I am ready, I have no fears. I dont sanction deathbed professionsthey are worthless; but when people walk with God in obeying his commandments, then I can speak out for

them. At the time of her death I was in a meeting near by, so it fell to my lot to conduct the funeral services. During my stay, I had the pleasure of burying her only darling daughter in baptism. Some of her dear children are out of Christ, and not prepared to meet and dwell with her in heaven; but I do trust they will do as she has done, die as she did, and live with her in heaven. She lived a Christian, she died a Christian, and hence she has this promise: Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord from henceforth; yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors, and their works do follow them. Blessed promise, noble and sublime!

R. T. Sisco.

Gospel Advocate, November 30, 1893, page 766.

Ring, Hattie J.

My darling sister, Hattie J. Ring, fell asleep in Jesus at her home, near Winchester, Tenn., on the morning of April 1, 1896, after a brief illness. She was born Feb. 28, 1854; was married to B. A. Ring July 16, 1873; and to his care are left the ten dear children who blessed their union. She joined the Cumberland Presbyterian Church when quite young, in which she conscientiously did her duty. In August, 1886, under the preaching of Brother J. M. Kidwill, she united with the church of Christ, in which she lived as a true Christian until death. The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her. . . . She stretcheth out her hands to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy. . . . She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, he praiseth her. How my heart bleeds for the ten dear children left without a mothers love, a mothers care! But, darling children, be kind, forbearing, and loving to each other and to papa, and try as much as possible to supply the loss that can never be filled; and, above all, dear children, give your hearts to Jesus; do what he has bidden, and be ever ready when he calls to go to meet dear mamma. Darling sister, it gives us pleasure to know that your absence from the body and from us means your presence with Jesus.

Addie Patton Curlee., Bradyville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, July 23, 1896, page 477.

Ring, Matilda

On February 4, 1913, we were again made sad when death came and took our mother, Matilda Ring. She has fallen asleep to wake no more until the resurrection morn. She had been an invalid for fifteen years. She was not able in her last days to attend worship on the Lords day, but she read the Bible daily and tried to live out its teaching. She was sick only three days. All that loving hearts and willing hands could do was done for her, but it was the Lords will to take her out of her suffering; and to do his will, we must submit. She obeyed the gospel in her girlhood, and, as a useful Christian, her life has been a blessing to her family and to the community in which she lived. Hers was a home for the homeless and she a mother to the motherless. Her hospitality refused no need. She was a gentle and pure mother that by precept and walk led us into the fear of God, a beautiful character whom God gave to earth and is now with Jesus. Our home is so lonely without her, she was such a dear, loving mother and grandma. May the Lord help us all to live and meet her where there will be no more good-byes, but where all is joy and love. For we hear a voice saying: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, . . .that they may rest from their labors. May she have a sweet rest in that home where changes never come. She has bid this world farewell forever and gone to walk the streets of gold with the happy angels in the eternal city of joy and land of song. No sorrow will be there.

A Daughter.

Gospel Advocate, April 30, 1914, page 484.

Ring, Sallie P.

Sallie P. Ring is dead. She was born near Bethesda, Tenn., on May 12, 1858; was baptized by Brother Todd at Riggs Cross Roads at the age of fifteen years; was married to A. Y. Ring on December 27, 1881; and died at Belfast, Marshall County, Tenn., on December 24, 1907. She was the first of her fathers family to obey the gospel. In going back over my life thirty-four years, I fancy I can see Sallie and her old grandfather, Charles Smithson, wending their way on Lords-day morning to Riggs Cross Roads, a distance of eight miles, horseback. While she had many things to discourage her in obeying the Savior, none of the family being in the church to encourage her, her grandfather gave her a horse to ride and encouraged her in many ways. She lived to see all of her fathers family come into the church, except one brother, who preceded her to the grave just four days. To know Sallie was to love her. Her husband was dangerously ill at the time of her death, also her son was very sick, not able to follow her to the grave at Anderson Daniels, where she was laid with her little son and daughter, her father, mother, sister, and brother. Services were held at the grave by Brethren Will Riley and J. M. T. White. She was a great help to me in my Christian life, telling me to always cast my care on Jesus and not to forget to pray.

Lucy A. Daniel.

Gospel Advocate, August 6, 1908, page 506.

Ring, William

On April 21, 1909, death visited our home and claimed our father, William Ring. By reason of strength he had passed his fourscore years. Early in life he became a member of the church of Christ. He was a devoted Christian until death. When it was necessary for him to give reproof, he did it with meekness, as did the apostles. He would contend earnestly for the faith once delivered to the saints. He always gave a reason of his hope, but with meekness and fear. His first care was to prevent the anger of others by giving no offense to any. As a meek and quiet Christian, he enjoyed his friends and his God. He was blessed with a home and was liberal with his means to help support the gospel. We have parted with him in sorrow, yet we have a hope that the day is coming when we shall meet him in everlasting joy. After willing minds, faithful hearts, and ready hands had done all they could for him, he fell asleep. Sweet are the memories left behind him. The record of his deeds of love and charity to all around are written on high. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Let us not weep as those that have no hope. May the Lord help us all to live so that we can meet him where there will be no more sad parting, but where we shall live forever and our joys be eternal.

One of the Family.

Gospel Advocate, March 31, 1910, page 408.

Riordan, Aneliza

Aneliza Riordan was born on November 23, 1896; was born again on November 6, 1917; and died on November 26, 1917. Three days before she died I called to see her, and by her request read the fourteenth chapter of John. As I raised from bending knee, she smiled and said: I am quite young yet; but if it is Gods will for me to go, I am ready. It is difficult to comprehend the circumstance of life and the providence of God, but we rejoice to believe that God does all things well and that all things work together for good to them that love God. A great number of friends from far and near, as well as relatives, gathered in order to pay their last respects at the funeral services, which were conducted by the writer.

Emmett Creacy.

Gospel Advocate, February 21, 1918, page 186.

Risener, Helen E.

Helen E. Risener, age 55, wife of Joe R. Risener, minister of the Orange Grove Church of Christ, Gulfport, Miss., died July 28, 1983 as the result of an automobile accident on July 27, 1983. The accident occurred when the driver of a large truck ran through a red light and struck her car.

She leaves her husband and three children, Juli and Matthew of the home and Alan who lives in Ft. Smith, Ark.

Memorial services were conducted at the Orange Grove church building on Saturday morning, July 30 at 10:00 A. M. Interment was at the Mitchell Cemetery, Greenway, Ark., on Sunday afternoon, July 31.

She was a faithful Christian, widely known for her gentle and kind disposition. She was loved by all who knew her.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1983, page 539.

Risley, Emily Bell

On April 30, 1928, Sister Emily Bell Risley, of Maud, Okla., closed her eyes in death. She was one of Gods bravest and most valuable soldiers. By her pure, godly life she exerted a great influence for good upon all who were in any way associated with her. During the years that she had lived in Maud she had made many friends, who mourn her passing. The church has lost a faithful and untiring servant. For more than a year she had been bedfast, a victim of tuberculosis, but throughout her long illness she was cheerful and happy. A few weeks before her death, after she had given up all hope of recovering, she told me that she was not afraid to die. That explains why she could face death so bravely. For more than twenty years she had been a member of the body of Christ, and had labored faithfully and unceasingly in her efforts to be worthy of a crown of life. Sister Risley was born on March 16, 1885, in Collin County, Texas. She was married, in 1901, to C. H. Risley, and to this union were born three childrenDenzil, Erick, and Foy. Besides her husband and children, she is survived by three sisters and one brother. The writer conducted the funeral services at the meetinghouse. The remains were laid to rest in Cummins Cemetery at Maud.

S. H. Biggerstaff.

Gospel Advocate, May 17, 1928, page 478.

Ritchie, Julia

Mrs. Julia Ritchie, whose maiden name was Williamsdaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Foster Williams, near Violadied at her home, at Hollow Springs, Cannon County, Tenn., on December 22, 1898. She was born on March 15, 1872, being in her twenty-sixth year at the time of her death. She was married to George W. Ritchie on November 6, 1896, with whom she lived two years, one month, and sixteen days. She obeyed the gospel in 1887, under the preaching of Brother J. R. Stubblefield, of Viola, and said she would like for Brother Stubblefield to conduct the services at her burial. She was confined to her bed two weeks with the grippe and pneumonia and lived three days after the birth of her little infant daughter, who preceded its mother to the grave two days, but was afterwards taken up and placed in the coffin its mothers arms. Julia taught school six years, was loved by all her pupils, and gained many friends. She made a beautiful talk before she died, telling her husband and brothers to do better and try to meet her, and all her friends and loved ones that she was going home forever and could be with them all again. She said we could come to her, but she could not come back to us. The remains were carried to her fathers home and placed in the family cemetery, where it was her desire to be laid by the side of her brother, Eaphie. She leaves a husband, father and mother, brothers and sisters, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her death. Although she will be missed by her relatives and friends, our loss means her gain, and we hope to meet her in a better land. While it is so sad to give up our dear one, yet how sweet to think that

Shes now resting, sweetly resting,

In the arms of our dear Savior,

Where sad partings cannot come;

Beyond lifes sorrows shes at rest,

In that celestial home!

Phronie Williams., Viola, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, February 9, 1899, page 90.

Rivas, Pedro R.

Pedro R. Rivas, minister of the church and president of the Bible School of Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico, died at 1:40 A. M., January 12 at the age of sixty-six years after a protracted illness of over four years.

Brother Rivas was born on December 4, 1902, the youngest of twelve children. His first years were spent in the north of the State or Caohuila and he decided to immigrate to the U.S.A. in 1924. While in Texas, he was baptized in 1929. C. G. Casey, his employer, made arrangements for him to study at Freed-Hardeman College in Henderson, Tenn. After his graduation he returned to Mexico to live in Torreon, Coahuila. He married Miss Bertha Figueroa Lara in 1935 and both and his wife taught for several years in the public schools of the State of Coahuila. From 1940 through 1942 he served as editor of La Opinion, a newspaper of Torreon.

John F. Wolfe, a preacher working among the Spanish-speaking residents of Texas, visited Brother Rivas in Torreon and found him anxious to dedicate his time to the preaching of the gospel. Brother Rivas began preaching in 1941. He continued in the work of an evangelist, establishing churches in six cities until 1949 when he entered Abilene Christian College to complete requirements for his degree. After his graduation in 1952, he established the Bible School in Torreon to train preachers of the gospel. Approximately fifty preachers have been graduated from this school and are active in thirty-five cities of Mexico.

He became editor of La Via de Vida in 1947, a Spanish gospel paper founded in 1945 by Harris Goodwin, and continued its publication until his death. He served as an elder of the church in Torreon. He was honored in 1966 at the Annual Latin American Seminar in Mexico City with the Award for Outstanding Service to the Spanish-speaking World. In the Republics of the Latin Americas he has had a profound influence upon the work and is deeply mourned by thousands.

Brother Rivas is survived by his wife, Mrs. Berta Figueroa vda. De Rivas, his children Antonio, Bertha Aida de Garcia, Pedro Hector, Miriam, Humberto and Esther Rivas Figueroa de Banuelos. Funeral services were conducted January 13 at the church building in Torreon, Coahuila, with the following preachers participating: Francisco Avila of Durango, Josue Carrillo of Guadalajara, Humberto Figueroa of Monterrey, Jose Luis Avila of Torreon and Harris L. Goodwin of Mexico. Persons were in attendance from many states of Mexico as well as the U.S.A.

Harris L. Goodwin.

Gospel Advocate, February 6, 1969, page 99.

Rivenbark, J. T.

J. T. Rivenbark, teacher of education, Spanish and Greek at Freed-Hardeman College for twenty seven years, died at the home of his sister, Mrs. L. S. Smith, in Bushnell, Fla., on Friday, January 11.

Brother Rivenbark came to Freed-Hardeman in 1923, after teaching Greek for a number of years in David Lipscomb College in Nashville. He was a graduate of David Lipscomb College and received his Masters degree from Peabody College in 1928. Brother Joe T., as he was commonly called, served as dean of men at Freed-Hardeman for several years. His friendliness, kindness, devotion to duty, and his great knowledge of the old languages have impressed thousands of students through the years.

In the chapel program at Freed-Hardeman on January 12 W. C. Hall and C. P. Roland paid tribute to the life of Brother Rivenbark. The funeral service was conducted by Olin Hastings in Bushnell, January 13. (Picture Included)

W. A. Bradfield.

Gospel Advocate, February 14, 1952, page 109.

Rivers, Daniel R.

Brother Daniel R. Rivers was born on April 9, 1838, and departed this life on September 29, 1915, being, at the time of his death, seventy-seven years, five months, and twenty days old. He was married to Miss N. A. J. Coble on December 27, 1859, and to this union five children were born, three of whomJohn Rivers, Mrs. Dock Barton, and Mrs. Bart Tannersurvive him. His wife and two children preceded him to the spirit world. He was baptized into Christ on July 14, 1867, by a Brother Gibons, and was ever afterwards constant in his devotion to the cause of Jesus Christ. Brother Rivers was a close Bible student and possessed a clear vision of the fundamental principles of the doctrine of Jesus Christ. He always enjoyed a conversation on Bible themes and was ever ready to contend earnestly for the faith. He was a very plain man and always spoke very plainly just what he believed. This plainness of speech was sometimes mistaken for abruptness by those who opposed him. Brother Rivers was one among the first preachers I remember to have heard, and it was under his preaching that I made the good confession and was baptized. He and my father were the best of friends for many years, even as far back as I can remember. They sometimes made preaching trips together, both being farmer-preachers, and they always seemed to enjoy their labors together. Perhaps no one outside of his immediate family misses Brother Rivers more than my father, who is now, according to nature, nearing the borderland. May we all ever be true to the faith for which they have so long and earnestly contended.

G. Dallas Smith.

Gospel Advocate, September 14, 1916, page 935.

Rivers, Mrs. N. A.

Sister N. A. Rivers, wife of Brother D. R. Rivers, of Mount Pelia, Tenn., was born on November 20, 1840; was born againborn into the kingdom of graceon July 14, 1867; and departed this life on February 24, 1908. She leaves a husband and three children to mourn their loss. Her oldest daughter, Sister Adell Cordie, died some two years before her mother. The three children that survive her are all grown and married. Sister Rivers was a noble, Christian woman. She was a faithful and dutiful wife and mother. She was, indeed, a keeper at home in the truest sense. Brother Rivers, like other preachers, was away from home a good deal, and, of course, the burden fell heavily upon her. She was not strong, and on account of feeble health she was not permitted for many years to be active in church work. She was gentle and kind to her children, willing to make any sacrifice for them. It has been my privilege to be in her home many times from the time I was a boy until after I began to tell the old, old story, and I always found her the samehumble, gentle, and reserved. I thank God for such Christian homes, presided over by such Christian mothers.

G. Dallas Smith.

Gospel Advocate, June 4, 1908, page 362.

Rizer, Harriette Baugh

Mrs. Harriette Baugh Rizer was born on November 25, 1856, and died on September 4, 1932, at Franklin, Tenn., being seventy-five years of age. Fifty years of this time was spent in the old colonial mansion where she passed away. She was married to Y. M. Rizer, of Russellville, Ky., who has been an elder in the church at Franklin for forty years. To this union were born five sons. A son, James, preceded his mother a number of years. She is survived by her husband and four sons. The deceased was born and reared in this county. She came from one of the oldest, best-known, and most aristocratic families of her native State. She was graduated from Ward Seminary, Nashville. Until physically incapacitated she was an active worker in the church. She was of a gentle, loving disposition, and had few desires beyond those concerning the church, her family, friends, and neighbors, whom she loved to serve. She was truly a keeper at home and ate not the bread of idleness. She not only looked after the temporal needs of her family, but their spiritual needs as well. Her home was a happy one, sweetened by her presence, where love reigned supreme. Reared in such an atmosphere, her childrennow four grown, useful menbecame Christians in early life. They rise up to call her blessed. She rejoiced so much to know that her son, Edward F., was in the West fighting the good fight of faith. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Sister Rizer is not dead; she has only gone on before.

Gospel Advocate, January 19, 1933, pages 70, 240.

Rizer, Young Matthew, Sr.

Young Matthew Rizer, Sr., eighty-nine, farmer and active church leader, died quietly at his home near Franklin, Tenn. Mr. Rizer was a highly-educated gentleman, a son of James L. Rizer, member of an aristocratic Kentucky family. After his marriage, more than a half century ago, to the late Miss Harriette Baugh, member of an aristocratic Franklin family, he moved to Franklin and maintained a beautiful home that was noted for its hospitality and as the center of a wide family circle. Mr. Rizer was an elder of the church of Christ for over fifty years. He rejoiced much to know that his son, Edward, established the church at Pueblo, Colo. Surviving are four sonsJohn B. and Joe W. Rizer, of Nashville; Y. M. Rizer, Jr., of Los Angeles, Calif.; and Edward F., of Pueblo, Colo. Funeral services, at the Franklin Church, were conducted by Leonard Jackson. Interment was in the family lot in Mount Hope Cemetery. Elders and deacons of the church were active pallbearers.

Gospel Advocate, March 20, 1941, page 287.

Roach, Naoma Elkins

Mrs. A. B. Roach, formerly Namoa Elkins, daughter of the late Lee and Florence Elkins, was born August 6, 1900, near Barry, Texas. She obeyed the gospel when she was a girl at Barry. She was a graduate of Thorp Spring Christian College and Abilene Christian College, where she received her degree. She also attended North Texas State College. She was married in Bardwell, Texas, July 27, 1930, to Arilie B. Roach, who survives her. She was a faithful member of the church at Bardwell. She had been a teacher for twenty-eight years. She served as principal of the high school at Emhouse and Bardwell. She was very active in the Parent-Teacher Association at Bardwell, where she labored for eight years until the time her illness caused her to give up the work in the fall of 1950. She departed this life Sunday, January 28, 1951, following a lengthy illness at her home, near Bardwell. Funeral services were conducted by the writer at Ennis, Texas, Monday, January 29. Former pupils who are faithful Christians served as pallbearers. Survivors besides her husband are: her mother, Mrs. Florence Elkins; two brothers, Oscar and Elmer Elkins; two sisters, Mrs. John Morris and Mrs. Earl Harrington; also a number of nieces and nephews.

Foster L. Ramsey.

Gospel Advocate, March 8, 1951, page 158.

Roark, Homer

Homer Roark, 82, died Nov. 20, 1987. For 37 years he served the Madison Church of Christ, Madison, Tenn., as elder, church historian, business manager, and superintendent of the childrens home. Because of health problems, he retired in 1977.

He is survived by his wife Ann Lunn Roark, whom he married in 1930, two sons, a daughter, and grandchildren.

Roark is known best for his work with the innovative Madison Childrens Home, the brotherhoods first cottage-type care for fatherless children.

Gospel Advocate, January, 1988, page 52.

Roark, Maggie E. Legate

Maggie E. Legate was born on January 21, 1883, and was reared and educated near Farmington, Ky. She was married to O. F. Roark on September 17, 1905. Four children were born of this union, two of whom surviveLula and Mildred. She in early life joined the Methodist Church, but after years of study she became obedient to the gospel under the preaching of Brother A. O. Colley, and lived a faithful, Christian life until death, and died in triumph of the faith. She leaves a father, stepmother, five brothers, one sister, a husband, and a host of friends to mourn their loss, which is her gain. She in the latter part of her life lived a few years near Columbia, Tenn. Her health giving way, she went to St. Cloud, Fla., where she died on March 10, 1914. She was buried in St. Cloud. During all of her Christian life she manifested a meek and humble spirit, ever laboring for the happiness of those about her; and she impressed upon all who knew her, by her daily conduct and godly conversation, that to her life was lent for noble deeds.

W. T. Boaz.

Gospel Advocate, October 15, 1914, page 1090.

Robb, Maggie

Died at her home in Sumner county, Tenn., December 9, 1891, Miss Maggie Robb. She was born April 15, 1865, and become obedient to Christ under the ministry of E. A. Elam, July 1887. To her natural beauty of person she added those more comely graces of modest womanly manners which made her amiable as well as attractive. A chaste virgin is Gods own emblem of purity and loveliness, (2 Cor. xi:2) since only such can become a virtuous woman whose price is far above rubies. (Prov. Xxxi:10.)

Sister Maggie has been gradually declining in health since February lastwas attacked with la grippe which went into consumption. As her physical strength gave way her faith and hope seemed to increase. A sister in Christ who saw her frequently during her illness says of her a sweeter and more patient creature, I never saw. Many friends and neighbors mourn her loss, but in her own home especially will her loss be felt the most. She could scarcely bear the absence for a short time of a sister who nursed her tenderly in all her sickness. She with the other members of the family should comfort themselves with the thought that she is now with him whose love is tenderer than a sisters or mothers. For to be with Christ is far better than to be in any earthly circle, however loving. (Phil. i:23.) Let us in every such sad occurrence be comforted with this, and the statement of Christ himself who said to the weeping sisters at Bethany I am the resurrection and the life. To the bereaved parents, sisters, and brothers the writer extends Christian sympathy.

G. Lipscomb., Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 14, 91.

Gospel Advocate, December 24, 1891, page 813.

Robb, Margaret A. Palmer

Margaret A. Palmer was born October 20, 1828. She obeyed the gospel when eighteen years of age, and was baptized by Brother Sandy E. Jones. She was married to H. W. Robb, February 20, 1850, and died August 5, 1897. These are interesting events and important facts in any ones history; but the most necessary and important of all is to become a Christian. Sister Robb was fifty years a member of the churcha half-century in the service of God on earth. She was the mother of a large family of children, and was not without much care and various troubles; but amid them all she was patient, dutiful, and faithful as a wife and mother. The influence of such a life cannot be lost. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors: and their works do follow them. (Rev. 14:13.) I feel a deep interest in these old soldiers of the cross. I respect and love them for their works sake. It is sad to see them fall from the ranks, but our loss is their gain. Heaven is a blessed and glorious reality, the grand consummation of all service to God here. Then let us not grieve sorely for even our dear ones when they leave us to join the spirits of just men made perfect in that home where changes never come. Sad indeed is home without mother; but the children cannot bring her back now, yet they can go to her. May those who are Christians cherish this hope and be faithful; and may those, together with other relatives who are not, become such, is my sincere prayer. These all have our sympathy and Christian love in their bereavement. What a comfort in trouble, and what a support in death, is Christianity!

E. A. Elam.

Gospel Advocate, September 9, 1897, page 567.

Robbins, Annie J.

Annie J. Robbins was born in Saltillo, Miss., May 25, 1855, and departed this life at the home of her daughter, Mrs. O. J. Norris, Aledo, Texas, March 23, 1933. She obeyed the gospel early in life. On October 8, 1874, she was united in marriage to H. H. Robbins. To this union were born three girls and five boys. They moved to Alabama, near Birmingham, in 1888, where she lost her husband, November 10, 1906. She moved to Texas in 1908. Six children survive her (O. N., O. L., O. C. Robbins, Mrs. J. M. Click of Cresson, Texas; Mrs. O. J. Norris of Aledo, Texas; O. M. Robbins of Houston, Texas), thirty-seven grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in Cresson.

Will Swope, Fort Worth, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, June 8, 1933, page 551.

Robbins, J. T.

At the age of eighty-three years, five months, and twelve days, our dear brother, J. T. Robbins, of near Lynnville, Giles County, Tenn., only a short time ago passed over to his eternal reward. I have known Brother Robbins since 1884. He obeyed the gospel at Robertson Fork, in 1881, under the preaching of a Brother Frasier. Brother Robbins fell out of his barn loft on January 2, 1918, from which he sustained an injury, and was not able to walk but very little any more. He was a splendid student of the Bible. He also read the Gospel Advocate all his religious life, except one year. Being confined more than two years previous to his death afforded an opportunity for him to read much. He studied the world war in connection with some predictions in the Bible, and fully believed those prophecies were fulfilled in the war. I am sure that I never knew a more conscientious and sincere man. Brother Robbins was a very retired sort of a manthat is, he never put himself forward in anything, nor did he ever make himself conspicuous in anything, and hence but few of his friends really knew how well informed he was on most of the issues of the day. I am sure I never had a single brother in Christ who was at any and all times more ready to help me than was J. T. Robbins. He was right successful in making money on his farm and in other honest dealings with his fellowman, and was liberal in helping the worthy poor and in giving to the cause of Christ. Brother Robbins was never married. At the time I became acquainted with him, his aged mother was living with him, but a few years afterwards she passed away. A sister also (Miss Puss) lived there, and who still survives him. She, too, was never married. Though he had not been able to walk for about a year previous to his death, he was very active in rolling himself around in his invalid chair. His general health was good all the time. He kept up remarkably well with the war news. The Gospel Advocate was his choice paper. His nephew, Brother G. M. Knox, a fine man, spent about two years with him before his death. He is still there with Aunt Puss. Over a year ago I spent a day and night with Brother Robbins and Sister Puss after I had preached at Robertson Fork on Sunday before, and, with tears in his eyes, he expressed his sorrow to me over the loss of Brother David Lipscomb from the editorial staff of the Gospel Advocate. Though I was called to attend his funeral, I was unable at the time to go, and Brother H. N. Rutherford, of Lynnville, conducted the funeral services. May the Lord help us all to be faithful till death and to meet him in the glory land.

J. R. Bradley.

Gospel Advocate, July 8, 1920, page 676.

Robbins, Richard Aaron

Richard Aaron Robbins, 95, died April 20.

Robbins began preaching in Kerrville, Texas, in 1930 and went on to preach in churches of Christ in Crosbyton, Kellerville, Memphis, Ballinger, Brownwood, Eden, Menard, Abilene and Lawn.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Iva; a son; a daughter; a sister; and a brother.

Survivors include his wife Mable of Lamesa; his daughter, Betty Fowler of Midland; his son, Curtis Robbins of Oglesby; two step-children; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Burial was April 23 in Cherokee, Texas.

Midland, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2005, page 41.

Robbins, Rosa

The angel of death visited the home of Mr. Lawrence Robbins and took from them his wife, Mrs. Rosa Robbins. She was born on September 18, 1869, and died on September 12, 1909, being thirty-nine years, eleven months, and twenty-four days old. She obeyed the gospel at the age of thirteen, and was married to Mr. Lawrence Robbins at the age of nineteen. Mrs. Robbins was a devoted member of the church of Christ, ever striving to promote its best interest. She was indeed a blessing to the community in which she lived. Her influence will continue to grow on and on. She leaves, beside a husband and seven children, a mother (Mrs. Tina Thompson), a sister (Mrs. Kittie Barton), and many friends and relatives who deeply feel their loss. To the grief-stricken family we would say: You have the memory of a faithful life, which should ever be an encouragement to follow the teachings of Him whom she served; and after all lifes battles have been fought and its victories won, you will again meet her where partings are no more.

Annice Wilson.

Gospel Advocate, October 7, 1909, page 1276.