Talley, Mary B.
Bro. Lipscomb: I have been requested by Bro. W. H. Talley, of Texas, to announce, through the Gospel Advocate, the death of his wife, Mary B. Talley. She was born August the 2nd, 1841, in Lincoln county, Tennessee. She became a member of the Christian Church at Cane Creek, in 1865, and was baptized by the undersigned. She was married to William Talley by Bro. C. L. Randolph on the 6th of September, 1868, and in a few weeks afterwards bidding a final farewell to her dear afflicted mother and sisters and brothers, also other relatives and friends--they moved to Rusk county, Texas, where she died on the 9th of June, 1869, after an illness of some fourteen days. She lived the Christian life and died the death of the righteous. Her Christian deportment was observed by all who knew her. She left numerous friends to mourn her loss as well as her earthly relatives--but her spirit is in the happy land, and her relatives and friends should not mourn as those who have no hope. May her relatives remember
"When we with patience our race have run
And with earth's toils and cares have done,
In holier strains in Heaven above
We'll meet and sing a Savior's love."
C. R. Darnall., Lewisburg, Tenn., July 22, 1869.
Gospel Advocate, August 5, 1869, page 738.
Taylor, Francis Nicholis
Bros. L. & S: I undertake the painful task of reporting to you the death of my father, Eld. Francis Nicholis Taylor, who departed this life at his home in Adair County, Ky., on the 4th inst. Though he had been an invalid for many years, having been a victim to that troublesome malady known as Asthma or Phthisic yet, the disease which terminated so suddenly his useful career on earth, was of but few days' duration. He was in the 64th year of his age and had been a faithful minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for many long years. About 40 years ago he was baptized by Elder John D. Steel who was one of the first Baptist preachers who espoused the cause of the reformation in this part of the Green River country; and since that time Nicholas Taylor has been constantly laboring for the restoration of the principles of primitive Christianity; many have been the times and places at which he has preached during that eventful period of our history; no man ever lived in his community more generally esteemed by everybody--he had no enemies--everybody said he was a good man--though his sufferings had been long and often intense, he bore them with a fortitude which I have seldom witnessed; and when his final dissolution became inevitable he talked to his friends with that calmness and resignation which none but the true Christian can command when Death's Angel stands at the door. He breathed his last as sweetly as though he had gone into a natural sleep. He leaves a widow and seven children to mourn his loss.
A few evenings before he died he requested two of his children to assist him to sing that beautiful song, "I soon shall rest in heaven."
F. J. Taylor., Seymour, Hart County, Ky. Jan 9, 1873.
Gospel Advocate, January 23, 1873, page 92.
Taylor, Nehemiah
I am asked to announce the death of Bro. Nehemiah Taylor, who was born in 1788, and obeyed the gospel in 1846, under the preaching of old Bro. Sandy E. Jones, in Bedford county, Tenn., where he lived until the close of the war, in 1865, when he removed to this (Jackson) county, where he lived until April, 1879, when he was taken home to Him in whom alone he trusted. I have known Bro. Taylor nearly ever since his advent among us. He was an invalid before he came here, and his sufferings were sometimes very great; yet he would crawl out to meeting every time it was in his reach and he was able to go at all. I never met a man more firm in the truth; Christianity was at all times the subject of his conversation. He left his aged wife and one single daughter to mourn his loss. He had a large family, but they have all married. He seemed perfectly willing to die, and often spoke of heaven. I trust we will meet him beyond the river.
J. T. Whitfield
Gospel Advocate, July 21, 1881, page 454.
Terrell, Charles Dabney
Charles Dabney Terrell, son of Bro. Dr. H. Terrell, of Maury Co., but formerly of Williamson Co., Tennessee, died of inflammation of the brain at Grenada, Miss., on the 13th of August, 1861, aged twenty-one years and near three months. Charles aspired to greatness in that which is beautiful to the human family, --the agricultural pursuits. But in many things else he seemed to excel many of his age.His mind was active on whatever was brought before it for investigation, hence, in school he excelled, and, as a reward of his untiring energy, received honors of the first distinction. He venerated his father and mother and was loyal to their parental rule, on his death-bed he remarked that he never knowingly disregarded their law. He was devoted to his little brothers and sisters. In conversation he was affable, in manners complacent, in his dealings equitable. We sympathise with the parents in the loss of a son of such amiable dispositions, and with the little brothers and sisters in the loss of an excellent and worthy brother. Charles is in the hands of him who will do right. May the parents yield resignedly to their irreparable loss, and the brothers and sisters, as they grow up, obey the God of heaven in the gospel of his Son is the wish of their and friend. May the good Lord save us.
J. K. Speer.
Gospel Advocate, September, 1861, page 288.
Thaxton, Martha A.
Fell asleep in Jesus on the 22nd day of Nov. 1876, at her late residence in Butts Co., Ga., Sister Martha A. Thaxton. Sister T. was born in Henry Co., Ga., Dec. 5th 1836; where her bereaved parents, W. S. and Sarah Fears now reside. She left many relatives and friends around the home of her childhood who mourn her loss.
Early in life she confessed faith in Christ and obeyed the Gospel, and was baptized at County Line in Fayette County; at that time, the nearest Christian Church to her father's residence. In Nov. 1854 the church of God at Berea was constituted in the immediate neighborhood of her parents, and she removed her membership to that place.
She was married on the 24th of Sept. 1857, to Dr. John F. Thaxton, and went with him to Butts Co, where she remained up to the day of her death, faithfully discharging all the duties of wife, mother, neighbor and friend.
Some time during the late war sister Thaxton was taken with hemorrhage of the lungs, from that time to the day of her death, she was the child of affliction, and but for the kind and faithful attention of a devoted husband, she doubtless would have passed away before she did.
Her long affliction was borne with Christian fortitude. She has passed away to the "spirit land" and left a husband and seven children to rejoice at her gain, but lament their loss. None of this bereaved family are members of the church; three of the children have attained to years of accountability. May this dispensation of divine providence be sanctified to their good. To her, death was a welcome messenger. She died as she had lived, a Christian. A large concourse of friends and neighbors followed her remains to the Presbyterian Meeting house, (near the burial ground) and were addressed by Elder John Mullins, of the Primitive Baptist Brethren from Isa. xi:8, "The grass withereth, the flower fadeth, but the word of our God shall stand forever." Bro. Mullins did much to comfort the saints and to warn those without the kingdom of Christ. After the religious service her body was committed to the grave there to rest in hope of a glorious resurrection. May the friends of our sister be comforted from the fact that she is gone where all the good will meet to part no more.
A Relative.
Gospel Advocate, February 22, 1877, page 119.
Thompson, Elizabeth
Brothers Fanning and Lipscomb: -- Sister Elizabeth Thompson is no more on earth. She was stricken with paralysis, a disease to which she had been subject for years, about the first of January, and after severe and protracted sufferings, died on Saturday, April 10th, 1858, aged 43 years and ten days. The greater portion of her life had been spent in the service of the "King of kings and Lord of lords." She was baptized by Bro. B. F. Hall in 1833, at the time he and old father Thomas Claiborne first visited this country. In full possession of her faculties to the last, and with faith unshaken in him who is the "resurrection and the life," she calmly and resignedly fell asleep. O, how strong, how supporting amid the shadows of death, is the Christian's Faith and Hope and Love!
Sister Thompson has left a deeply afflicted companion, a large family of children, and many friends to mourn her loss. May the rich blessings of our Heavenly Father rest upon the afflicted ones! God grant that their present deep affliction may redound to their eternal good.
F. M. C., Castalian Springs, Tenn., April 15, 1858.
Gospel Advocate, May, 1858, page 160.
Thompson, E., Dr.
Died May 10th 1871 at Thompsons Station Williamson Co. Tennessee, bro. Dr. E. Thompson, aged about sixty years. He was a portion of life , a Presbyterian, but years ago became a member of the church of Christ, and has been since that time earnestly striving to serve the Lord according to the teachings of the word of God, and that alone for his guide, untrammeled by confessions of faith or by the doctrines and commandments of men. Brother Thompson was for many years a practicing physician in Williamson and Maury Counties, and was very eminent in his profession. Perhaps no physician in his bounds possessed in such a high degree the confidence of the entire community as to his medical skill and his judgement of disease.
As he saw his latter end approaching, he grew more and more devoted to the cause of his Heavenly Master. As the outward man perished, the inward man was renewed day by day. When he was no longer able to go to meeting, he requested the brethren to meet with him at his home on the Lord's day, that he might still remember and honor his Savior's death. He died in the full triumphs and consolations of a living faith. He leaves a wife and several children, and many friends, to mourn their loss of him. But they should not "sorrow as those who have no hope," but should strive to meet him where parting is no more. Farewell dear brother, till the resurrection morn.
E. G. S.
Gospel Advocate, May 25, 1871, page 496.
Thompson, Mary E.
The subject of this imperfect sketch is the death of sister Mary E. Thompson, wife of Bro. Wm. Mc. Thompson. She was married the 12th of August 1849; after a brief illness she fell asleep in Jesus the 3rd of May 1880. She was the youngest daughter of Wilson and Polly Pace of Hickman county, Tenn. She united with the Christian church with her husband in August 1871; it was my privilege to know her for sometime before her unexpected death. To say that she acted her part faithfully in all the different stages and relationships through which she passed, is but saying that which every one that knew her, knows to be true. Her Christian life, though short, compared to some, was one of earnest devotion to the religion of the Savior. Sadly do we miss her at Bluffton where she was accustomed to meet with the saints, no more shall we hear her sweet voice singing the songs of Zion which she so much delighted to sing and hear sung; but we rejoice in the prospect of meeting her in the sweet bye-and-bye. When we say that she was a Christian we give utterance to the only word that can throw light into the darkness of any one's death. To know that she was a Christian is the only thing that makes endurable the heavy weight of grief which the grief-stricken relatives, husband and children bear while journeying from this to a better world. We should be thankful for such a comfort as this. How good in our heavenly Father to afford us a well-grounded hope of meeting all of our loved Christian ones never to part any more. To the grieved husband, brothers, sisters, children and friends I would say let us sorrow not as those who have no hope. Remember that she whom you so sadly miss enjoyed the hope of finding a sweet repose in Jesus. Think of the blessedness of that rest, cast all your care on the Lord who is too wise to errand too good to be unkind. I freely give you my unfeigned sympathy. May the Father of mercies guide and comfort you.
W. D. Keltoner.
Gospel Advocate, January 6, 1881, page 6.
Thompson, Mary R.
Departed this life in peace, March 18, 1872 in Marshall county, Tenn., in the 24th year of her age, Sister Mary R. Thompson, consort of Bro. L. L. Thompson, and daughter of Jefferson and Lucy Brown. Sister Thompson was born and raised in Marshall County, and was brought up by Christian parents who taught her the way of the Lord at an early age. In the fall of 1866, Sister Mary during a meeting conducted by brother David Lipscomb at old Cedar Creek, was persuaded to obey the Lord. From the day of her obedience to the Master she led the life of a true and devoted Christian. She spake of her fate just before her departure with calmness. She seemed to be reconciled to her lot. She requested that her only child, a lovely babe, should be brought up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, that his training should be early in life. She leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their loss of her though we sorrow not as those who have no hope. We feel that our loss is her gain, for we truly trust that our sister has gone to the home of the faithful to join the angelic band, to sing the songs of the redeemed in glory. Yes she will be with the Savior in endless days to learn of all his glorious works and ways, and when our race is run we hope to meet her above where all is joy and peace, harmony and unfading love.
James K. Spivy
Gospel Advocate, May 16, 1872, page 480.
Thompson, T. J.
Bros. L. & S: It becomes our sad duty to record the death of our aged and highly esteemed brother T. J. Thompson. He died at his residence in Lebanon, Wilson Co. Tenn. August 13th 1873. Was born in Williamson Co. Tenn. Dec. 24th 1807 made the good confession and was immersed by Bro. R. M. Gano at Lebanon, May 25th 1870.
He was a devoted and consistent Christian from that day forward until he departed to be with Christ, which for him is far better, tho he has left a kind wife and seven children, six daughters and one Christian son besides many warm friends to weep over him. But their loss is his gain. He lived in obedience to the commandments of God and died in hope of a blessed immortality beyond the grave. O that his bereaved widow and daughters may follow the example he has set in obedience to the Gospel, that they too may have a right to the tree of life, when the great judgment day shall come.
Blessed are the dead, that die in the Lord, they cease from their labors and their works do follow them.
W. C. Huffman., Enon College Tenn. Dec. 31 1873.
Gospel Advocate, January 29, 1874, page 115.
Thorp, Martha
Sister Martha Thorp, aged 72 years, died May the 19th 1872. She had been in bad health for several months. On the morning of the 19th of May she rose early. After kindling a fire, she sat down close by; and on attempting to rise from her seat she fainted and fell in the fire and was severely burned, from which she died in eight hours. She had been an affectionate wife and mother, for over 50 years. She had been a pious and devoted Christian for 18 years. She has left 5 children and an afflicted husband with many friends and brethren to mourn her loss.
But we should not mourn as those who have no hope. I was called in to see her in a short time after the accident, and witnessed her sufferings and death; and at no time in all my life have I ever seen one manifest more of the spirit of Christ than did Sister Thorp. She bore her torturing afflictions with more patience than could be expected of mortality. She engaged with us in singing and in prayers; her last words to us were to continue faithful in the best of causes, which gives us great encouragement. She sung with a clear and distinct voice about her last breath. "This sweet to die with Jesus, nigh the rock of my salvation," etc. Brethren we have the greatest cause to rejoice in the hope of the Gospel of Christ.
H. J. Spivy.
Gospel Advocate, August 22, 1872, page 795.
Thweat, Mary M.
Again we record the death of a good, true and devoted Sister who departed this life Sept. 8th 1874 in the 55th year of her age. For many years she was an earnest, devoted member of our congregation here--Sister Mary M. Thweat. She was not sick very long, died of flux, at her residence near Franklin. She was loved and respected by all who knew her. Surely,
"Life is a span--a fleeting hour;
How soon the vapor flies:
We are like the tender transient flower,
That blooms and fades and dies."
"Dearest sister, thou hast left us
Here thy loss we deeply feel;
Gospel Advocate, December 3, 1874, page 1146.
Tidwell, Margaret Patience
Sister Margaret Patience Tidwell, daughter of John and Ellen Kinney, was born Feb. 21st, 1851, and died April 6th, 1877, having been a member of the church of Christ exactly seven months. Had she learned the way of salvation earlier, she would have served the Lord longer; for she was "knocking, asking, seeking"--mourning, weeping, praying--at intervals for years, before her mind was directed to the scriptural answer to the important question, "What must I do to be saved?" Immediately after hearing, understanding and believing the truth she obeyed the Lord, and from that day till the time she closed her eyes in death, at her home in Cherokee, Ala., she lived a consistent Christian life. She has left a good mother and many friends to mourn their irretrievable loss. May they all live so as to be permitted to meet her in peace in "Our Father's House."
T. B. L.
Gospel Advocate, July 26, 1877, page 455.
Todd, Jas. L.
Died at Gadsden April the 1st 1872, Bro. Jas. L. Todd in the fiftieth year of his age. He suffered long with Pneumonia which he bore with Christian fortitude.
Bro. Todd leaves a wife, six children and a large family, brothers and sisters, and relations and also many brothers and sisters in Christ to mourn his death.
Our dear brother has long been a member of the church of Christ worshipping at Masons Grove, and in his death the church has lost a good and efficient member; the country a good citizen, his children a kind parent, his wife a kind and loving husband. But we mourn not as those who have no hope. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord yea says the Spirit they rest from their labors and their works do follow them.
Jas. A. Carter., Belles Station April 30th 1872.
Gospel Advocate, May 9, 1872, page 455.
Toon, Susan
Bros. L. & S: You will please announce through the Advocate the death of our much esteemed sister Susan Toon, of Fayetteville, Lincoln Co. Tenn. She was born March 15, 1824, and was baptized into Christ early in life and died Nov. 14th 1874. She lived a devoted life for nearly 35 years in the cause of our Master. She leaves her husband and one child, a poor blind young lady, and many friends and brethren to mourn her loss. But we sorrow not as those who have no hope believing that our loss is her gain.
At home she was cheerful and ever ready to do deeds of kindness, affectionate to all. While others loved and honored her, she felt her weakness, and was always ready to confess her faults. She expressed her willingness to meet death. She whispered in my ear, "My way is clear: I fear no evil; my hope is worth ten thousand worlds like this, I have spent most of my time in preparing for this hour;" Oh what sweet words of comfort from a departing friend, a tried, true, and brave soldier. She was always cheerful, pressing onward, comforting the disconsolate, strengthening the weak, confirming the strong, persuading the sinner, and encouraging the Christian. So much was she engaged in the work of love that those who differed from her religiously were often heard to say that she was certainly among the faithful of this age and among the blest of Fayetteville. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord."
W. H. Dixon., Petersburg, Lincoln Co. Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, December 3, 1874, page 1146.
Tosh, Arthur
Fell asleep in Jesus at his home near Christian Chapel, Carroll County, Tenn. Oct 3, 1876, my dear old father Arthur Tosh, aged 68 years 1 month and 26 days. Apparently well, while chopping on a log he fell suddenly dead, no one being present but his youngest son. He became a member of the Church of Christ in early life. He was always kind and affectionate, teaching his children by precept and example. He leaves an aged companion and 12 children to mourn their loss. He was the father of 13 children, 12 of whom have become members of the body of Christ. We sorrow not as those who have no hope.
Oh how important that we watch, have our lamps trimmed and burning, for we know not the hour when we may be called hence.
"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.
J. G. T.
Gospel Advocate, April 12, 1877, page 231.
Trimble, Geo. W.
Deceased--The subject of this notice, our esteemed Bro. Elder Geo. W. Trimble, whom we knew for years as a sincere Christian, was born Feb. 4th, 1790, confessed Christ and was immersed by Elder James Holmes, Sept. 15th 1851, and died in the full assurance of faith, April 14th, 1860.
Bro. Trimble, was the father of Bro. R. B. Trimble, who is evangelically engaged in the ministry of the word, and he leaves other deeply afflicted mourners to pour forth their sorrows at this loss. Our Bro. lived out the measure of his three score and ten years, and feared not as to the future. Blessed be the Lord for the hope of the gospel.
T. F.
Gospel Advocate, June, 1860, page 190.
Trogden, Maude
The angel of death has again been in our midst. Maude Trogden, born August 7th, 1879, was taken February 27th, 1881. Her departure has brought great sorrow to the hearts of her devoted parents. Truly the pride of manhood and the glory of womanhood alike bow the head and tremble in tears before the meek submission and resignation in the face of a babe--Christ's emblem and likeness in the flesh--upon whom the frost of death has laid its untimely blight. If there is anything pure, if there is anything lovely, if there is anything worthy of heaven in this world, it is the innocent child which sports with bright eye and pure heart upon the threshold of life. It is so strange to see the busy hands folded, the restless feet still, the bright eye closed, the prattling tongue silent and motionless. When the morning awakens the song of your pretty play-fellows--the birds--and the busy day is vocal with life and sunshine, why do you still sleep? Where be your gambols now, where has the song gone, where the rippling laughter? Dead! Oh, no!--only asleep. A little more sleep, a little more slumber, thou pretty sluggard, a little more folding of the hands in sleep, and then at the coming of the day-spring from on high, thou wilt, with angel laughter and bright pinions, away to the celestial gardens, to sing and sport there forever. The treasure of earth is safe in heaven.
J. O. B.
Gospel Advocate, June 9, 1881, page 358.
Tucker, C. E.
Fell asleep in Christ at the residence of her husband near Griffin, Spaulding Co. Ga. on the 16th of April 1872 our beloved sister C. E. Tucker. Consort of bro. Thos. J. Tucker.
Sister Tucker was born July 6th 1829, about forty-three years old, in early life she united with the Baptists but in April 19th 1863 she and her beloved husband united with the Christian church at Berea Henry Co. Ga. and it is with no ordinary feelings that we record the death of this amiable and beloved sister. She leaves a disconsolate husband and eight children to mourn her loss. Most sincerely do we condole with bro. Tucker in his loss which to him and his family has been great indeed, but his loss has been her gain. She is now released from all her sufferings and has left a world of pain and trouble, and exchanged them for a glorious rest. There remains a rest for the people of God. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord for they rest from their labors and their works do follow them."
W. S. Tears.
Gospel Advocate, June 6, 1872, page 553.
Turner, James Lee
James Lee Turner, son of James M. and R. L. Turner, was born Oct. 1, 1881, and died at his home near Whitleyville, Jackson county, Tenn., Sept. 14, 1894. He was 12 years, 11 months, and 14 days old. Little Jimmie was a patient, uncomplaining little fellow. He was afflicted with spinal trouble brought on by a fall when he was two years old. He was a bright, happy boy, notwithstanding his afflictions. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Vernon, at Vine street church, Nashville, Tenn., and was baptized by Brother Carr in 1890. He was faithful in his duties as a Christian, always at church and Sunday school. He was a comfort to his widowed mother, and an example of patience and faithfulness to all who knew him. Brother Virgil Lovelady preached his funeral. To his sorrowing, broken-hearted mother we would say, Weep not as those who have no hope. Live faithful, and soon you will meet where parting never comes. Be faithful, patient, and diligent in the Lord's work.
A.Alsup.
Gospel Advocate, October 25, 1894, page 678.
Turner, John S.
Died at his residence, near Bagdad, Smith Co. Tennessee, on 20th Apr. 1871, our worthy old Brother, John S. Turner, aged 73 years two months and 26 days. After having confessed Jesus as his Saviour he was Baptized by Brother Wm. Kuykendoll about three years ago, as he came up out of the water he said, now I can smile at satan's rage and face a frowning world. He was born in Halifax County Virginia on 24th January 1798. He lived a devoted member of Christ's Church from the day of his obedience until the day of his death. He died in a bright hope of a blessed Immortality beyond the grave. Only regretting that he had not known the will of the Lord sooner that he might have devoted more of his life to the glory and honour of his Father in Heaven. Blessed are, the dead that die in the Lord, is a most glorious promise.
W. C. Huffman.
Gospel Advocate, May 11, 1871, page 447.
Turner, Mary Ann
Turner, Andrew Millard
Fell asleep in Jesus, my beloved mother, Mary Ann Turner. She died of pneumonia, after several days' patient suffering, on March 18th, 1878, in the forty-seventh year of her age. She confessed the Savior under the teaching of our dear brother B. W. Lauderdale in 1870, and lived a faithful member, until God called her from our midst. She was a kind and devoted mother, a good and useful neighbor, and always found pleasure in doing good wherever she found work to do. She leaves one daughter, two brothers, two sisters and many friends to mourn her loss. Her son, Andrew Millard, preceded her only a few days unto death. He, too, died of pneumonia, March 9th, 1878, born June 26th, 1856. He was a good and obedient son, a tender and loving brother. He had never obeyed the gospel, but was a believer, and died confessing the Savior. When told that death was near, not even a shudder was visible, but very calmly requested the Bible to be read, and said, "I want to be saved." Just before the last he called to his bed-side all that were present, and bade them all adieu. His last dying words were, "Good-bye mamma, good-bye sister," and all was over. Farewell to mother and brother! We have kissed your cold, pale cheek a last farewell. But that I may be ready to join you upon the eternal shore, to never again be separated, is the prayer of the daughter and sister.
Alice Turner
Gospel Advocate, March 10, 1881, page 150.
Twittie, L. A.
A beloved sister has been called from our congregation lately, in the person of Sister L. A. Twittie. She was the wife of Bro. G. W. Twittie who is living near me with his five motherless children. Sister Twittie was born August 5th, 1839, and died the 16th of February, 1881. She was a member of the Presbyterian church for a number of years, but having learned the way of the Lord more perfectly under the preaching of Bro. Spivy at Henryville, some six or seven years ago, she united with our little band of brethren, and lived a faithful member until it pleased our Lord to take her home. She was loved much by our congregation, we greatly miss her, but we mourn not as those who have no hope, for we hope to meet her around the "great white throne," where there will be no more parting. She called her children and husband to her before she left, and bade them farewell and requested them to meet her in heaven. May our heavenly Father aid the bereft family to so act in this world that they may meet our beloved sister in the better land, is the prayer of their friend and brother,
H. J. Blake., Blake's Mills, Lawrence Co., Tenn., March 13, 1881.
Gospel Advocate, March 31, 1881, page 198.
Thompson, Minerva J.
The subject of our sketch, sister Minerva J. Thompson, daughter of Bro. H. Z. Borum of Saulsbury, Wilson county, Tenn., died of lung disease at her home in Butler county, Ky., Nov. 30th 1879. She was born March 11th, 1847, and was married very young to Samuel Andrews. During his life they both joined the Methodist church. After his death she returned to her father's home. She, after hearing the gospel preached, was convinced of her error, and was buried with Christ by baptism and rose to walk in newness of life in 1869. From which time till her death she lived a consistent child of God. She was a devoted mother and an affectionate wife. She left her husband, two children and many relations and friends to mourn her loss. Yet we would say to them: "Weep not as those who have no hope."
W. H. Goodall., Tucker's X Roads, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, December 16, 1880, page 806.
Tison, Henry
With a sad and painful heart I announce through your valuable paper the death of our brother, Henry Tison, Col., who fell asleep in Jesus at his residence near this place on the night of the 22nd ult. Bro. Tison was born in Montgomery county, Tenn., moved to this County in 1868, confessed the Savior under the teaching and preaching of Bro. M. T. Hardison in 1872, yielded obedience to heaven's commands and thenceforth walked the straight and narrow path. As a neighbor he was highly esteemed. In his death our band of disciples have lost one of the best members, but we submit cheerfully under the consolation that our loss is his eternal gain. Bro. T. was about forty-one years old; leaves a sorrowing wife and five children. Sleep on Bro. T., we hope to meet you in the sweet bye-and bye.
Wm. Phillips., Pinewood, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1880, page 728.
Travis, Mary J.
"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." Tired and weary, after years of patient suffering, the spirit of Sister Mary J. Travis departed this life on October 16, 1900, to be with Christ, which is far better. Our sister was born into the family of Brother Warren, at Readyville, Tenn., on November 24, 1840; was born into the kingdom of God at the early age of fifteen years; and was married to Brother W. A. Travis in August, 1863. Sister Travis came from one of the best families of Middle Tennessee. Her husband, who died six years ago, was a faithful Christian. The influence of their Christian lives over their children and other associates will be for eternal good. My mother, who was a lifelong, intimate friend of Sister Travis, believes she never knew a more obedient daughter, a more devoted wife and mother, or a more consecrated Christian woman. Her adorning was that "of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price." Sister Travis was a quiet, modest, retired woman whose life consisted more of deeds than words. The Bible was her guide in all the relations of life. With her the word of God settled every question and pointed out every duty. She trained her children by the word of God, and in her family she succeeded, for her children are all loyal servants of God. Her children loved her devotedly and ministered cheerfully to her wants. During her long illness she was patient and resigned to the will of God. Her topic of conversation was Christian duty and the joys of heaven. When able, all her life, she was with the church on Lord's day, and when too feeble to be out of her room she desired her brethren to meet and worship with her. A few hours before she died she called her loved ones to her bedside and talked to them of the way they should live and
kissed them good-by. On the morning before she died she repeated the following words: "I am waiting for the morning of that blessed day to dawn." I commend her beautiful life to her children, and point them to the word of God for comfort and consolation. After the joys and sorrows of this world are all over we shall meet in the home of the redeemed, nevermore to be separated if true to our Heavenly Father. Our sister died at her home, in Murfreesboro, Tenn., surrounded by her children and friends, and her body was gently laid to rest in Evergreen Cemetery.
John E. Dunn.
Gospel Advocate, December 27, 1900, page 831.
Trimble, Alice Adelia
Died at her home near Carters Creek, Dec. 16, 1888, Sister Alice Adelia Trimble, born April 28, 1850, she was 37 years, 7 months, and 18 days old. Her maiden name was Evans. Obeyed the gospel at Philippi, Maury Co., under the preaching of Bro. R. B. Trimble, about 1865, was married to Mr. Scott Stephens Nov. 22, 1866, who died a few years ago, leaving her a widow with one son. July 28, 1886, she was united in marriage to Bro. Joe A. Trimble. Of sister Delia's noble character it would be difficult to speak too highly. She was a most earnest, faithful, zealous member of the body, she was a loving sister, devoted wife, fond mother, and affectionate step-mother. All who knew her, loved her devotion to right. Her constant desire was to faithfully discharge every duty in the capacity of wife, mother, step-mother, neighbor and member of Christ's body. Her desire was to be useful wherever her lot should be cast. She was called away from a life of labor in the vineyard of the Lord, and now sleeps by the side of her former husband in Rose Hill, cemetery. She is sadly missed by the heart-broken family, the whole community and especially by the church of which she was a member. To the grief stricken husband and friends we commend the comforting words of the blessed Savior, "In my Father's house are many mansions; I go to prepare a place for you." By a faithful discharge of our duties as children of God, we can all participate in a grand reunion, after a while with the good who have gone before. Let us trust in God who doeth right, and ere long the bereavements and sorrows of earth will pass away before the rays of the Son of righteousness as they shine from the shores of deliverance.
W. Anderson., Jan. 10, 1889.
Gospel Advocate, January 23, 1889, page 63.
Trimble, George E.
Died in Georgetown, Ky., on the evening of the 19th, inst., of typhoid pneumonia, my brother, George E. Trimble. He was born on the 12th of Dec., 1822, in Williamson county, Tenn., and was 55 years, 5 months and 7 days old. In his boyhood, he united with the old Presbyterian church in Franklin, Tenn., in 1846 he removed with me to Brownsville Tenn. where he became convinced that immersion was taught and practiced by Jesus and the apostles, and was then immersed by Eld. A. J. Spivy and united with the Missionary Baptist church in the bosom of which he lived and died. In about the year 1849 he went to Georgetown, Ky, where he married Cordelia Wollfork. He leaves a widow and several children to mourn their irreparable loss. Dear brother farewell, till the morning of the resurrection, when Jesus shall quicken thy sleeping dust and give thee an immortalized body, and take thee to heaven to dwell with him, "Where the saints die no more."
R. B. Trimble., Mayfield, Ky., May 29, 1878.
Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1878, page 425.
Trott, David Rowland
Departed this life Dec. 18, 1888, David Rowland of Wilson county, Tenn. Bro. R. was born in '31 and baptized by Elder Trott in '54, and from that time till his death was an exemplary member of the church. He was regarded by his neighbors as an honest, truthful, industrious man, and as a husband was a model kindness and fidelity. Bro. R. had tasted deeply of the cup of affliction, still he bore his trials patiently. Twenty-seven years ago his health was seriously impaired and his after life became one of infirmity, but still he did a great deal of work. His son, Marshall Trott, was living with him at the time of his death, and the earnest prayer of the writer is that he may worthily fill the place of his father. It is in his power to requite his affectionate mother by showing a deep sympathy for her in her affliction and by treading in his father's steps both in the family circle and in the church. May husband, wife and son meet in the better land, Amen.
J. D. Eichbaum.
Gospel Advocate, February 27, 1889, page 143.
Troxell, J. M.
It has fallen to my lot to write you of the death of our esteemed friend and brother, J. M. Troxell, who was a member of Rocky Spring congregation near Bridgeport, Jackson county, Ala. He died May 26th 1880, in the 28th year of his age; he was married Nov. 12th 1879 to Miss Malinda McFarlane; she is an unwavering Christian and oh, how lovingly did those two start on the road to happiness and heaven, but that relentless monster death invaded their earthly home and left the grief-stricken wife, father, mother, brothers and sisters and a host of friends to mourn his loss, but there is hope in their sorrow, for was he not a Christian? He united with the church of Christ Oct. 10th 1878; he was raised a Methodist but when he saw the plainer way, he did not confer with flesh and blood, but took his stand on the Bible alone. He loved the church and the Lord's day meetings, and all the worship seemed to give him delight, especially did he love his Lord's day school and was never absent when he could avoid it, and how sadly he is missed there. Let us still go heavenward, there is one more precious jewel in the treasure there, and when we "meet beyond the river," there will be no more sorrow nor crying for the Lord God shall wipe all tears from our eyes.
J. H. Morris., New Hope, Madison County, Ala.
Gospel Advocate, November 18, 1880, page 745.
Tarpley, Mollie
Died, Jan. 5th, at her home on Weakley Creek, Miss Mollie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Tarpley. She had been sick for over a year, with that dreadful disease consumption; was just blooming into young womanhood. She had been a member of the church of Christ for several years. I visited her several times during her illness, and never saw a more patient person in my life. She never murmured or complained at anything. She was a dutiful, obedient daughter, an affectionate sister, and a pleasant member in the social circle. She had so many friends, her life was beautified with good deeds. She will be missed at home and at the church, where her goodness and gentleness made her loved by all. She calmly and peacefully fell asleep in Jesus, feeling no fear of the last enemy. Mother, father, brothers and sisters, sorrow not as those who have no hope, "for if ye believe that Jesus died and arose again, even so them also who sleep in Jesus will God bring with him."
Mollie J. Hardeman., Pulaski, Tenn., Jan. 9, 1890.
Gospel Advocate, February 12, 1890, page 110.
Tatum, Theo.
Bro. Theo. Tatum has left this life to mingle with loved ones who have gone before. He was born March 23, 1870, and departed this life Oct. 14, 1890, aged 20 years, 6 months and 21 days. Bro. Tatum obeyed the gospel in September 1888, under the labor of Bro. Norwood. Married Dec. 29, 1889, and lived a faithful life until death. He bore his sickness with Christian fortitude and was loved by all that knew him. Just before he died he called his wife and loved ones to the bed and asked them to live right and meet him in heaven where parting would be no more. His wife and parents and relatives have our heartfelt sympathy in this hour of sad bereavement. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord. We trust that his last smiles will cheer us in that narrow way that leads us to where he has gone.
G. W. Harden.
Gospel Advocate, November 12, 1890, page 732.
Taylor, Wm.
On March the 14, 1890, at his home in Glasgow, Ky., Bro. Wm. Taylor. Death found him at the age of 73. He was one of the most influential and highly respected citizens in Glasgow. He was a deacon of the church of Christ, and was a most valuable man in the church and neighborhood. He has left behind him his wife and children, all grown, to mourn his loss and cherish his memory. To his dear wife, one of my most valued friends, I extend my tenderest sympathy. She and this dear man lived together in the holiest love and confidence, and her soul will be very lonely without him, but the Lord is her portion, and to his holy will she submitted sorrowfully but without a murmur. To me Bro. Taylor was ever one of the pleasantest of men, sincere and candid. I can never forget him nor cease to do honor to his memory.
J. W. Masters.
Gospel Advocate, April 2, 1890, page 216.
Terry, Roland
Roland Terry was born in Putnam County, Tenn., December 6, 1831, and died at his home, near Granville, Tenn., April 10, 1899. He was married to Miss Sallie Eller on March 2, 1871. The ceremony was performed at Alexandria, Tenn., by the lamented W. Y. Kuykendall. Soon after his marriage he bought a farm near Granville, in Jackson County, where he remained till death. He was buried near Smyrna, in Putnam County. The writer preached his funeral and his remains were followed to their last resting place by a large crowd of relatives and friends. He was baptized by the late Jesse L. Sewell I august, 1883.
I never knew a more consecrated man. No children were ever born unto him. He was very successful in finance, and used a great deal of it to the honor and glory of God. I often visited his home when I was preaching in that country, and I am sure that no person ever left his home hungry if it was made known. He was a great friend to poor young men who were struggling to make their mark in the world, and he would help them in a substantial way. He was quite liberal in his regular Lord's day contributions, besides so many little deeds of kindness and charity that he did as an individual. The Gospel Advocate and Highland Preacher were his favorite papers, and the Bible was the Book of books to him. He had been in bad health for at least ten years, but most of the time he was able to be up. He has probably attended more meetings for the last ten years than any other man in that section of country. I remember once to have held a meeting for a church that had a name to live, but was almost dead, and Brother Terry left his home and came to the meeting, and his contribution was a little more than five times the amount of the whole congregation. He was a remarkably kind man, both at home and abroad. Had it not been for the untiring devotion of his faithful wife and the constant attention she gave him, he would doubtless have died years ago.
Brother Role Dowell and wife lived in the house with him for a long time before the death of Brother Terry and deserve special mention for the Christian love and kindness they showed him. Brother Terry leaves a devoted wife and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. His influence for good will be felt for years to come. Who doubts that he was carried by the angels into "Abraham's bosom?" "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." He talked of dying as he would about going on a journey, and died in the triumphs of a living faith. May we all meet him in the better land.
L. S. White., Gallatin, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, June 8, 1899, page 358.
Thomas, Bettie C.
Twenty minutes past eleven o'clock, Nov. 15th, at night, dear sister Bettie C. Thomas bade farewell to a weeping husband and relatives, to go to sweet rest in the bosom of Jesus. She met death with a smile, saying, "Farewell, I am going home to rest." She was immersed fifteen years ago in Marengo county, Ala., under the labors of Dr. David Adams, by the writer, and had lived a true and shining Christian. Her dear babe was buried in her arms. She leaves a broken-hearted husband, a mourning mother and sister. But in heaven's eternal rest we hope on --hope ever--to meet her and all pure and faithful hearts.
S. S. Landrum., Birmingham, Ala., Nov. 28, '90.
Gospel Advocate, December 17, 1890, page 809.
Thompson, E. A.
Mrs. E. A. Thompson, whose maiden name was E. A. Crawford, was born June 11, 1816, and was married to W. L. Thompson Oct. 26, 1837, and died Jan. 13, 1890. Having lived a married life nearly 53 years, and always being a loving obedient wife, it is but natural for it to be a sad thing for them to be separated after being man and wife so long. Sister Thompson is the mother of several children, all of whom she had taught to love trust and serve the Savior. She joined the M. E. Church when quite young, but in after years she became convinced that the Bible alone was sufficient, and therefore she joined the church of Christ, and lived a devoted life for nearly fifty years. She never seemed more happy than when at church in worship.
H. N. Harris., Middleton, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, January 29, 1890, page 79.
Tidwell, Alfred, Jr.
Alfred Tidwell, Jr., the son of A. J. and Louisa Tidwell, was born on October 13, 1876, and departed this life on June 7, 1899. His stay on earth was short, but he has left behind him an influence for good that has never been surpassed for one so young. Alfred grew up as most young men do--accustomed to do any kind of farm labor that was necessary. He attended the country schools and developed an unusual interest in education. After he became older he attended school at Isom's Store, in Maury County, Tenn., and made many friends. He obeyed the gospel in the summer of 1897, under the preaching of Brother A. B. Binkley, and has walked in the light of the glorious gospel, always doing good. About the middle of April he started to Oklahoma, but stopped in Cameron, Texas. He told his father and mother that if death overtook him he was ready. He said there was nothing between him and God. So about the middle of April he stopped at Cameron, and again made many friends. He made himself known to the Christian people of Cameron. He was taken ill at church while conducting a class in Sunday school, and felt so badly that he asked Brother W. H. Wright to take his place. He went to his boarding house, and lived until Wednesday, when the death angel bore his spirit home; while his body was prepared for burial by the hands of Christian friends. Funeral services were held at the church of Christ by Brother Jewell Howard, after which the remains were interred in Oak Hill Cemetery, and left under the "sod and the dew," to await the glorious resurrection.
(Mrs.) L. J. Tidwell.
Gospel Advocate, July 6, 1899, page 429.
Tosh, Mrs. John
Old sister Tosh, wife of Bro. John Tosh, deceased is no more. Sister Tosh was born Feb. 18, 1816, and died May 25, 1890, being seventy four years, three months and seven days old. Sister Tosh obeyed the gospel early in life under the preaching of Bro. Allen Kendrick. For many years her membership was at Old Roans Creek, but a few years ago she went to Crockett county to live, and from Crockett to Gibson, and when she died her membership was at Concord, Gibson county.
"Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth, yea saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors and their works do follow them."
J. W. Johnson., Clarksburg, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, July 30, 1890, page 488.
Trail, William E.
William E. Trail was born near Jones' Mills, Dekalb County, Tenn., on March 10, 1872, and died at the place of his birth on October 4, 1899. Willie was a good boy, and his death was a shock to us all; but he was prepared to die. He obeyed the gospel in 1894, and lived a Christian the rest of his life. As he was not able to go to church on Lord's day before he died on Wednesday, he requested that he might commemorate the death of the Savior by partaking of the emblems, which privilege was granted him, and a few of the members of the church met to participate with him. He leaves behind to mourn their loss a mother, five sisters, seven brothers, and a host of relatives and friends; but we should not weep as those that have no hope, for "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." May we all live so as to meet with all the faithful in the bright beyond, where sickness and death are known no more.
A. J. Trail., Bardwell, Ky.
Gospel Advocate, November 23, 1899, page 746.
Travis, John A.
John A. Travis was born on November 25, 1871, and died on September 16, 1899. Young Brother Travis was reared under favorable surroundings for making a great and good man. His parents were poor, humble, pious Christians, who furnished their son plenty of work, self-denial, and wholesome restraints. He entered Burritt College when about twelve years of age, and spent several terms there. While there, he gave promise of usefulness, being very studious and faithful in all his duties. Soon after he left Burritt his father died. He being the eldest son, the responsibilities of the family fell upon him. He proved himself equal to them, caring for his mother and younger brother with a devotion that was beautiful and noble. He did not give up his determination to have a thorough education, or his ambition to be useful; so he would teach in the fall and attend school in the spring, until he finally graduated with honor in the Peabody Normal College at Nashville, Tenn. After leaving school, he went West and had recently been elected principal of the city schools of Tyler, Texas. He did not mean to make school-teaching his life work; his chief desire was to become an effective preacher of the gospel, for which he had some splendid gifts. He obeyed the gospel when young, under the preaching of Brother Elam, and soon became active in church work. I never knew a young man with greater promise of usefulness. He was so pure, gentle, kind, good, and intelligent that all who knew him loved him. I do not know that I ever saw more people at a funeral; I am sure I never saw more universal grief. To his broken-hearted mother and brother I tender sympathy and point them for consolation to the unfailing promises of God.
W. H. Sutton.
Gospel Advocate, December 14, 1899, page 794.
Tucker, Martha Birdwell
On Saturday, September 23, 1899, the death angel visited the home of Brother H. W. Tucker and bore the spirit of his devoted wife to that rest which remains for the people of God. Sister Tucker's maiden name was Martha Birdwell. She was born on November 13, 1859. She was a true Christian and was always at the house of the Lord when her health and the weather would permit. She bore her afflictions without a murmur; and when she realized that she must part with her loved ones, she called them to her bedside and instructed them in the way they should go. She told her husband that she knew he would instruct them in the right way, and would point them to the Bible for a guide. A few days before her death she was heard singing "There's a Land that is Fairer than Day." Brother Tucker said: "Martha, you are singing." She answered: "Yes, I feel like singing." Before her death she was talking with some of her Baptist friends about wearing the right name, and they said it did not make any difference about the name, for God would give them a new name. She told them it did make a difference. She did not want a new name; the name of Christ was all-sufficient. Sister Tucker was a devoted wife and mother. She leaves five little girls and two stepdaughters. As a humble Christian she lived and
served, and in the same implicit trust fell asleep in Jesus. To the bereaved ones we can appropriately say: "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." The church at Bowman, Texas, has lost one of its best members. We extend to Brother Tucker our sympathy, and pray that he may guide the little ones so that some day they will be able to say: "Thy will be done."
Susie Crowell.
Gospel Advocate, October 26, 1899, page 686.
On Saturday, September 23, Mrs. Martha Tucker, wife of Haywood Tucker, of Archer County, Texas, died of consumption, after an illness of several months. On Sunday, in the Riverside Cemetery at Wichita Falls, Texas, the remains were laid to rest by the side of her sister, Mrs. Cary, who preceded her only about eighteen months. Mrs. Tucker was born and reared in Carroll County, Tenn. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Birdwell, and was born on November 13, 1859, being thirty-nine years, ten months, and eleven days old. God, who does all things best, saw fit to sever the silver cords of mortality and take her to a purer and holier atmosphere, where all is peace, joy, and rest. She professed faith in Christ and joined the Missionary Baptist Church at Holly Springs, Tenn., when about fourteen years of age. She leaves a husband, five little girls, two stepdaughters, an aged father and mother, three sisters, and three brothers. In addition to her immediate family, her parents, one sister, and one brother were at her bedside to mourn her departure. She was married on January 29, 1887, to Haywood Tucker, and moved to Texas in 1890, after which she joined the Christian Church at Wichita Falls, Texas, to be with her husband. She lived a true and devoted Christian. She was conscious to the last, called her little girls to her bedside, and told them to be good girls, and said to her husband: "You will have a hard time rearing so many little girls." A few minutes before she died she took the hands of all that were present and bade them good-by. In her native State are many relatives and friends whose hearts are saddened by the news of her death; but they should be comforted by the assurance which her life affords, that our loss is her eternal gain. She was a loving mother and wife, a dutiful daughter, and a kind sister. Amid the tears of the bereaved ones, may they look heavenward and rejoice in the hope of a happy reunion with their loved one in the home of the blessed.
A Friend., Wichita Falls, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, November 30, 1899, page 762.
Tatum, Sallie Smith
Mrs. Sallie Smith Tatum, who was born on September 18, 1824, departed this life on September 1, 1900, aged seventy-five years, eleven months, and thirteen days. Sister Tatum obeyed the gospel in 1839, at old Berea, near Chapel Hill, Tenn., under the preaching of Joshua K. Speer, and from youth to old age she was a faithful servant in the vineyard of her Master, it having been more than threescore years since she began walking in the path of righteousness. She was married to R. D. Tatum on October 18, 1849. To this union there were born seven children--five girls and two boys--all of whom survive her, except Maggie, the baby, who died in infancy. While it was gratifying to her to live to see her four girls and one of her boys obey the Savior she so much loved, it grieved her most of all to think of having one wayward boy out on the mountain of sin, without God and without hope in the world. The writer was summoned to attend the funeral, and, on arriving at the place, one of her daughters gave me Sister Tatum's New Testament, with certain chapters and verses
marked with her own hand, and over the following scriptures, in her own handwriting, she says: "Read this when I am dead:" "For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." "There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God." Thus I would admonish her husband, children, and friends to imitate her worthy example in life and strive to enter into that rest where the sorrows of life are no more.
J. M. T. White., Thick, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, November 1, 1900, page 699.
Thompson, Janie
Sister Janie Thompson, wife of Brother Dr. H. M. Thompson and daughter of Brother R. W. Locke, of Thyatira, Miss., died at her home, Marvell, Ark., on March 15, 1900, at the age of forth-two years. Sister Thompson obeyed the gospel when only seven years of age, and was a faithful and devoted Christian to the end. Memories of her beautiful earth life will continue as blessings to all who knew her, and will help the bereaved husband and relatives to bear this burden of sorrow.
T. F. Patterson., Barton, Ark.
Gospel Advocate, June 21, 1900, page 397.
Thompson, Robert E.
Robert E. Thompson died on Sunday, February 18, 1900, at 3:05 P.M., at his residence on Short street, Nashville, Tenn., aged thirty-eight years. For fifteen years he had been a member of the church of Christ. He was a member of Cherry Camp, No. 9, Woodmen of the World. His remains were forwarded to Rucker Tenn., for interment. The writer conducted the funeral services. Brother Thompson was a courageous, strong man, devoted husband and father, and true Christian. May the Father be merciful to his loved ones in their bereavement.
W. L. Logan.
Gospel Advocate, March 22, 1900, page 188.
Totty, Mabel Lee
By request, I chronicle the death of Sister Mabel Lee Totty, which occurred in Totty's Bend, Hickman County, Tenn. She was born on November 14, 1873, and died on March 9, 1900, being a little over twenty-six years of age. She obeyed the gospel at Haley's Creek about ten years ago, and I have often heard her referred to as a good girl. She frequently attended church at Graytown, Tenn., where I preached last year. During that year, with her own earnings, she purchased a book of sermons, and read it through; and while on her deathbed, after she became too feeble to read, she requested her mother to read it to her, one sermon after another, until the book was read through again. The last time I saw her, before she became too ill to leave her bed she said she thought that the end was near, but did not appear to be alarmed. Before her death she frequently expressed herself as willing to go. She left a father, mother, brothers, and one sister to mourn her departure. We trust that their loss is her eternal gain. May others imitate her example of piety.
E. S. B. Waldron.
Gospel Advocate, June 14, 1900, page 378.
Towns, Sarah
Mrs. Sarah Towns died on February 2, at her home on the Murfreesboro pike, some ten miles out from Nashville, in the seventy-second year of her age. She was a woman of more than ordinary mental and physical powers, and by reading and study was of more than ordinary intelligence. She especially studied the Bible and was familiar with its teachings. Some years ago she wrote frequently for the papers. Her articles always showed thought and familiarity with the Bible. She obeyed the gospel about 1858. My recollection is she made the confession and was baptized the first gospel discourse she ever heard preached. She had passed through a long spell of sickness, and was attended by Dr. James Charlton, who, while treating her bodily ailments, talked to her of the Bible and the way of salvation; I mention this as creditable alike to her and to him. An earnest, Christian physician could find many opportunities of speaking a word for Christ and his truth that would bear good fruit. May mind is not fully clear that Sister Towns was the woman with whom this occurred, but it did occur with some one in that community, and I tell it as a hint as to how Christian doctors might do good.
D. L.
Gospel Advocate, February 15, 1900, page 109.
Trammel, J. M. D.
J. M. D. Trammel was born on June 10, 1864, and died on May 23, 1899. Brother Trammel lacked but little of being thirty-six years old when the unrelenting disease--consumption--claimed him for a victim, at Italy, Tex. He leaves a wife and two children and a host of relatives to mourn his untimely death. His companion of only a few years is the daughter of our dear brother, A. C. Borden, who has done so much preaching in Central, Eastern, and Southern Texas in the past fifteen or twenty years. Brother Trammel was a member of the church of Christ, and, so far as known, was a consistent and earnest Christian, and his loved ones are assured of meeting him on the banks of the crystal stream in the paradise of God. The loving father and husband, the kind friend and dutiful son, the affectionate brother and earnest Christian has finished his earthly career, and invites, by his example, all his loved ones to follow on in the footsteps of Jesus, that there may be a joyous meeting and unending union in the mansions prepared by God's own hand.
A. T. Seitz., Italy, Tex.
Gospel Advocate, May 10, 1900, page 298.
Trogden, Nathan F., Mrs.
Death has no terrors to the faithful followers of Jesus. It came as a welcome messenger to Mother Trogden, who departed this life at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, George H. Morgan and wife, on April 5, 1899; aged eighty years and twenty four days; having been born in White (now Van Buren) County, Tenn., March 11, 1819. Her maiden name was Parker, being a sister of the late Hon. Sam. Parker, who was a man of learning and prominence, having represented his district in the State Senate. Her venerable husband, Nathan F. Trogden, preceded her to the grave on July 27, 1896, at the age of eighty-six years. With her companion she embraced the Christian religion in early life, becoming members of the Baptist Church. A short time thereafter, under the teaching of Elder J. J. Trot, one of the pioneers of what was then called "the current reformation," she, with her husband, took the Bible as the all-sufficient creed, and from that time forward to the date of her death acknowledged and wore no other religious name but that of Christian. She was exceedingly well informed on the Bible and Bible subjects, up to her last sickness being a close student of the Scriptures of divine truth. She delighted in reading and studying the book of Revelation, endeavoring to fathom its mysteries and rejoicing in its promises. Without the least sign of fear she calmly awaited her approaching dissolution. When she came to the home of her daughter on December 21, 1898, having for years had a presentiment that when she reached the age of eighty years she would soon be called, she said: "Mary, I have come to you to die." Under the tender care and companionship of her daughters, Mrs. Morgan and Mrs. Donelson, she improved in health for a time, but finally succumbed to the feebleness of old age. Endeavoring to sing that comforting song, "What a Friend We Have in Jesus," which was carried through by a Christian sister at her bedside, her pure spirit took its departure, her body going to sleep as a little child. Mother Trogden left five children-- Wiley H. Trogden, of Santa Clara, Cal.; A. P. Trogden, of Union City, Tenn.; A. L. Trogden, of Nashville, Tenn.; Mrs. Mary E. Morgan and Mrs. Margaret M. Donelson, of Cookeville, Tenn.
G. H. M., Cookeville, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, January 11, 1900, page 27.
Turner, Emma B.
Miss Emma B. Turner was born on August 28, 1851, and died on November 30, 1899. At the tender age of fourteen years she became a member of the Methodist Church, and through life remained true to the teaching of that institution. She was held in very high esteem by all who knew her. The writer assisted W. H. Cotton, the minister, in the conduct of the funeral services.
W. L. Logan.
Gospel Advocate, January 11, 1900, page 26.
Talley, Lillie Ann
Died Sept, 24th 1876, at her home in Lincoln Co., Tenn. Mrs. Lillie Ann Talley, wife of Samuel Talley. She was born in Williamson County in about the year 1813. Her maiden name was Short. She was for more than thirty years a devoted member of the Church of Christ, worshiping at Cane Creek, Marshall Co., Tenn. Her religion was not emotional or demonstrative but deeply earnest and practical. When able she was ready to serve in her Master's kingdom. Religion found its purest exemplifications with her in deeds of charity and practical piety. Careful and pains-taking she was yet liberal to the poor. A case of want and suffering in her reach never went unaided. While oft reproving, sometimes keenly, that idleness and wastefulness which brings want and suffering, she would still relieve with a generous hand. She was good and kind to all, small and great, servant and lord, and in her afflictions the sympathies of all were enlisted. Her sufferings, for months were more than human can express or describe. Slowly but surely did dropsy and cancer feed and move on to death. For months she found no rest for her suffering body. But through all her afflictions she was perfectly
resigned, patiently waiting her change. Calmly and sweetly as a babe she sank in death, exhorting her many Christian friends to press on to victory, and to the ungodly to prepare to meet God in peace. Thus passed away a pure bright spirit to an eternal rest, leaving behind a husband and four children, all members of the church, and a large number of dear brethren and sisters and friends to mourn her loss. But we sorrow not for her as we do for those who have no hope; for we think, over the grave of our beloved shines the bright star of hope, inviting us from earth to heaven.
W. H. Dixon.
Gospel Advocate, November 23, 1876, page 1136.
Teel, Mollie E.
Died, at her home in Franklin county, Virginia, July 28th, 1882, our dear sister, Mollie E. Teel, consort of brother George Teel, in the forty-fifty year of her age. Sister Mollie was baptized by Bro. Henry last Fall, and lived a consistent Christian life. During her last illness she exhorted her husband and children to obey the Lord, and at the next meeting the husband and two sons were baptized by Bro. Henry. Now may God help us to work out our salvation with fear and trembling, so that when we are called from this stage of action to that beyond, we may meet death like sister Mollie. There is great comfort in this assurance, that having honored the Lord in her life, she died in the triumph of faith.
Maggie.
Gospel Advocate, November 2, 1882, page 699.
Telford, Mary A.
You will please announce through the Advocate the death of Sister Mary A. Telford. She died on the third of this month, was born the 22nd of Nov. 1816. She was married to T. C. Telford on the 17th of Nov. 1836. She became obedient to the faith in September 1860, and lived a consistent member until the hour of her death. She leaves an aged husband and many friends to mourn her death, but not as those that have no hope. Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.
M. E. Burnett., Rural Hill Tenn. Jan. 1875.
Gospel Advocate, March 11, 1875, page 263.
Thompson, Minerva J.
The subject of our sketch, sister Minerva J. Thompson, daughter of Bro. H. Z. Borum of Saulsbury, Wilson county, Tenn., died of lung disease at her home in Butler county, Ky., Nov. 30th 1879. She was born March 11th, 1847, and was married very young to Samuel Andrews. During his life they both joined the Methodist church. After his death she returned to her father's home. She, after hearing the gospel preached, was convinced of her error, and was buried with Christ by baptism and rose to walk in newness of life in 1869. From which time till her death she lived a consistent child of God. She was a devoted mother and an affectionate wife. She left her husband, two children and many relations and friends to mourn her loss. Yet we would say to them: "Weep not as those who have no hope."
W. H. Goodall., Tucker's X Roads, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, December 16, 1880, page 806.
Tilford, T. C.
T. C. Tilford was born Feb. 11th, 1815. Obeyed the gospel at the well near Dr. Logue's, sometime before the war, under the preaching of Bro. T. Fanning. He died as he had lived, in full assurance of the hope of the gospel. At the time of his death he was a member of the congregation at Corinth, Wilson, county, Tenn. He stood high in the love and esteem of all who knew him. His best friends were those who knew him best. His faith was positive in its character, never wavering. He was always cheerful and carried his cheer into every circle, hence a good man in all the relations of life. The orphans found in him a friend. He raised two, one of whom preceded him to the grave. The other still lives to bless his memory. His last sufferings were severe but borne with true Christian fortitude. His example is still left us. Let us imitate him in all the virtues he exhibited while with us, and soon we will meet where death cannot sever, and life eternal with all its joys will be ours.
T.
Gospel Advocate, June 22, 1881, page 391.
Tillery, Cordelia
Sister Cordelia Tillery, wife of Brother George Tillery, was born on November 4, 1876, and died on September 16, 1901. Sister Tillery left two little children, a heartbroken husband, and many relatives and friends to mourn their loss. She obeyed the gospel five or six years ago, and thence-forward she lived a faithful and devoted Christian. I have never known one who manifested more kindness than she did, nor one who more truly sympathized with the suffering and sorrowing ones of this life. Not until just a few days before her death did Sister Tillery realize that the end was near. At that time she called the family to her bedside and bade them farewell. While it is sad to see our dear ones die, we should not grieve after them as those who have no hope; for the example of such earnest, consecrated lives cannot be lost. In the death of Sister Tillery the church has lost a faithful member, and the husband and children have lost a loving wife and mother; but the memory of this Christian wife and mother is a precious legacy to them, inviting them to follow on in the way that leads to that rest that remains to the people of God.
Thomas C. King.
Gospel Advocate, October 17, 1901, page 660.
Tison, Henry
With a sad and painful heart I announce through your valuable paper the death of our brother, Henry Tison, col., who fell asleep in Jesus at his residence near this place on the night of the 22nd ult. Bro. Tison was born in Montgomery county, Tenn., moved to this County in 1868, confessed the Savior under the teaching and preaching of Bro. M. T. Hardison in 1872, yielded obedience to heaven's commands and thenceforth walked the straight and narrow path. As a neighbor he was highly esteemed. In his death our band of disciples have lost one of the best members, but we submit cheerfully under the consolation that our loss is his eternal gain. Bro. T. was about forty-one years old; leaves a sorrowing wife and five children. Sleep on Bro. T., we hope to meet you in the sweet bye-and bye.
Wm. Phillips., Pinewood, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1880, page 728.
Totty, Mary Lee
It has become my painful duty to record the death of a beloved sister, Mary Lee Totty. She was born, July 16, 1864, obeyed the gospel, August 1880, under the preaching of Bro. Felix Sowell, since which time she lived a consistent Christian, married to J. A. Totty, November 30, 1881, and after three months' illness, her spirit took its flight to God who gave it--August 17, 1882. Mary was a dutiful child, a good wife, and was beloved by all who knew her. She was prompt to meet on the Lord's day. She will be missed at the Lord's house, and around her mother's fireside. She has paid the debt that all will have to pay. We should not sorrow as others who have no hope. Mary came into the Lord, and lived and died in the Lord. "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord." May we all prepare to meet sister Mary in that better land, in the sweet bye-and-bye, where all sighing will cease, is my prayer.
M. L. Williams., Totty's Bend, Tenn., Aug. 30, 1882.
Gospel Advocate, September 7, 1882, page 567.
Travis, Hiram
I have just received the sad intelligence through Bro. Wm. S. Fears of the death of one of the best men I ever knew. Our beloved and much esteemed Bro. Hiram Travis of Spaulding County, Ga., departed this life on Saturday the 1st inst., after a long and painful sickness which he bore with patience and Christian fortitude. He died full of faith and hope, greatly desiring to depart and be with the Lord. I have known him over forty years. I immersed him in 1838, and ordained him as an Elder of the church 7 or 8 years past. I do not say too much when I say, Bro. Travis was a model man, as a husband, as a father, as a neighbor, as a citizen, and above all as a Christian whose daily life was an example worthy of imitation. As I am requested to give you this notice, I will say let us all who read this pray our Heavenly Father to bless the bereaved and afflicted family. And may his Christian wife and children be comforted in the hope of meeting where there is no sorrow.
N. W. Smith., Near Ringgold, Ga., Jan. 6th, 1876.
Gospel Advocate, February 10, 1876, page 141.
Travis, W. S.
Brother W. S. Travis was born on April 14, 1858, in Warren County, Tenn.; and died on June 17, 1901, at Lone Oak, Hunt County, Texas. Brother Travis was reared in Coffee County, Tenn., receiving education at Manchester. In 1878 he was baptized by Brother E. A. Elam, who was his ideal preacher. The Gospel Advocate was his favorite paper, and religion was his special theme in conversation; to him the Bible was the end of all controversy. He died in the faith, he rests from his labors, "and his works do follow him." Like his Master and Lord, "he went about doing good." In the death of Brother Travis I have lost a faithful friend, he having ofttimes proven an angel of mercy, a messenger of love; he was all of this, and more, to me--always ready, waiting, and willing to do anything he thought I would appreciate. To those he loved, his affection was boundless; his love knew no end. He did not love in word only, for last winter, notwithstanding he was wearing an old overcoat which he had dyed he gave me a brand-new overcoat; and for several years he furnished the means to prolong the life of a consumptive friend, keeping him at a health resort on the Gulf Coast till death finally relieved him of his charge. Brother Travis was always poor, in this world's goods. He could never become rich; for as fast as he made money, he laid it up--not on earth, but in the treasury above, where he is now gone to enjoy the fruit of his labor. For the last ten years of his life he was practically an invalid, by reason of which he was denied many earthly pleasures that other young men enjoy. But he did not complain; in all his affliction he was patient, humble, and submissive. He lived a peaceful life; he died a tranquil death, and will have a glorious resurrection and an abundant entrance into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ. His life is an open book (all who knew him can read it)--a firm and faithful friend; a true and tried Christian; he was devoted to the cause of Christ, the study of the Bible, and doing good; he fed the hungry, clothed the naked; visited the sick, and, with his money, preached the gospel to the poor. Thus, having built his monument, he ceases from his labor.
Thomas E. Hilholland., Leonard, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1901, page 426.
Trent, Ed. A.
On Lord's day morning, at half-past three o'clock, July 10th, 1882, after a lingering illness, Bro. Ed. A. Trent died at his home in South Nashville, being eighty-two years of age. He had been a member of the Christian Church forty years, and a number of years a member in Nashville. He died in full faith of the gospel, being resigned to the will of God and confidently expecting a welcome in His presence, where there is fullness of joy and pleasure for evermore. Let this comfort the sorrowing widow and children, and lead us all to desire to "die the death of the righteous," and have our last end be like his.
C.
Gospel Advocate, July 20, 1882, page 459.
Trice, Henry A.
Brother Henry A. Trice was born on August 5, 1827; was happily married to Miss Cynthia Morris on January 5, 1853; and died on July 23, 1901; aged seventy-three years, eleven months, and eighteen days. To Brother and Sister Trice were born six children, five of whom survive him, and show a remarkable degree the fruits of their early training. In 1866, under the teaching of old Brother Ellie, Brother Trice became a Christian, and during the remainder of his life he continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine, always abounding in the work of the Lord. He had the courage of his convictions, and was always free to express himself concerning "the faith which was once delivered unto the saints," and was ready at all times to give to every one that asked a reason for the hope that was in him. His entire life was spent in the county in which he was born, and his relatives and numerous friends mourn his departure and deeply sympathize with his bereaved wife and sorrowing children; but for consolation we commend them to God and the word of his grace.
S. B. Talley.
Gospel Advocate, October 17, 1901, page 666.
Troxell, J. M.
It has fallen to my lot to write you of the death of our esteemed friend and brother, J. M. Troxell, who was a member of Rocky Spring congregation near Bridgeport, Jackson county, Ala. He died May 26th 1880, in the 28th year of his age; he was married Nov. 12th 1879, to Miss Malinda McFarlane; she is an unwavering Christian and oh, how lovingly did those two start on the road to happiness and heaven, but that relentless monster death invaded their earthly home and left the grief-stricken wife, father, mother, brothers and sisters and a host of friends to mourn his loss, but there is hope in their sorrow, for was he not a Christian? He united with the church of Christ Oct. 10th 1878; he was raised a Methodist but when he saw the plainer way, he did not confer with flesh and blood, but took his stand on the Bible alone. He loved the church and the Lord's day meetings, and all the worship seemed to give him delight, especially did he love his Lord's day school and was never absent when he could avoid it, and how sadly he is missed there. Let us still go heavenward, there is one more precious jewel in the treasure there, and when we "meet beyond the river," there will be no more sorrow nor crying for the Lord God shall wipe all tears from our eyes.
J. H. Morris., New Hope, Madison County, Ala.
Gospel Advocate, November 18, 1880, page 745.
Tuck, Eddie
Sister Eddie Tuck, wife of Brother Oliver Tuck, of Central City, Ky., departed this life in Louisville, Ky., on April 24, 1901. She was born in Logan County, Ky., on February 8, 1867, being thirty-four years of age at her death. She obeyed the gospel of Christ, in Logan County, in 1894. She was a pure, kind-hearted, noble, Christian woman until death, and was much loved at Central City, where she had lived for quite a while during the last years of her life. She had for several years suffered greatly from a tumor, which she had gone to Louisville to have removed. The only hope of saving her life seemed to be through the surgeon's knife, but she died under the operation. She was a devoted wife, a true mother, a humble Christian. She leaves a husband and three children to mourn her sad and untimely death. Her remains were brought to Central City, where the writer conducted the funeral services in the presence of a large number of sympathizing friends.
W. B. Wright., Russellville, Ky.
Gospel Advocate, June 27, 1901, page 414.
Talley, B. W.
Died, on the 24th of July last, Rev. B. W. Talley, in the forty-first year of his age, at his home, near Petersburg, Lincoln county, Tennessee. He left an affectionate and devoted wife and four children (sons) to miss him sadly, and a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn his loss. "Though we sorrow not, even as others, who have no hope." He was a kind, good and affectionate husband and father, and , a good Christian.
Our brother obeyed the Gospel when young, and has walked in the fear of his Lord ever since. None that saw his last end could wish him back again in this unfriendly world. God has taken him to rest. He is done with old earth; done with trouble, and is now sleeping sweetly in Jesus, awaiting that bright appearance of the Lord, when all the dead in Christ Jesus, shall arise to meet him in the skies.
Let our last end be like thine, oh may we ever watch and be ready to meet him, where parting is no more.
Your brother in the Lord,
Wm. H. Dixon., Sept 5, 1867.
Gospel Advocate, September 12, 1867, page 740.
Tankesley, Lou
By request of the family, and in accordance with our own feelings, we notice the death of sister Lou, wife of Bro. John Tankesley. Sister Lou was a daughter of G. Toland, of Humphreys county, Tenn. She was married to Bro. Tankesley Sept. 19, 1883. Obeyed the gospel Oct. 1887, died in the Lord April 24, 1889--aged 25 years and 24 days. She was, we believe, a true and loving wife, a tender faithful mother, and an earnest devoted Christian. While consumption, true to its mission was undermining the earthly tabernacle, she seemed to be composed, and perfectly resigned to the master's will. She spoke of death as composedly as she would of a visit to her friends. She was not afraid to die. The tie which bound her mostly to this world was the two bright little children she left behind. May the Lord help our bereaved brother to ever set his affections on things above, and to bring up his children in the way they should go. We have great sympathy for Bro. Tankesley, in this his sad bereavement. But we would say to all the relatives, friends and brethren, sorrow not as those who have no hope.
A. J. Luther., Burns, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, May 15, 1889, page 318.
Taylor, James Monroe
By request of the brethren at this place I write you of the death of Bro. James Monroe Taylor. He was born in Madison county, Ala., August 6, 1850 and died at his home in the same county, March 8, 1889. I have known him about twelve years, he loved to talk about the Bible and when asked why he was not a Christian, his answer would be "I cannot see how to get my feet on the Rock." About three years ago he became convinced of the sufficiency of the word of God for man's guide to all truth. I prevailed with him to take the Gospel Advocate, he did jointly with Bro. Stone, hoping it would influence his wife (then a Baptist) to see differently. In June 1888 Bro. B. G. Goodwin held a meeting in the public school house. They both came forward and were buried with Christ in baptism and arose to walk a new life, and truly it was a new life. Even those say so who opposed him most. But he was willing to brave all malice or bitter prejudice for the sake of truth. The little band of disciples at New Hope made him superintendent of building the house for them to worship in under their own vine and fig tree. He had the building framed when he took cold, was prostrated on his bed with pneumonia never to rise until the resurrection morn "when that which is sown in weakness will be raised in power." May God bless and comfort sister Taylor, and oh! that she may live to teach her boys to imitate their good father, is the prayer of the writer.
J. H. Morris.
Gospel Advocate, April 10, 1889, page 238.
Thompson, Elizabeth
Brothers Fanning and Lipscomb:--Sister Elizabeth Thompson is no more on earth. She was stricken with paralysis, a disease which she had been subject for years, about the first of January, and after severe and protracted sufferings, died on Saturday, April 10th 1858, aged 43 years and ten days. The greater portion of her life had been spent in the service of the "King of kings and Lord of lords." She was baptized by Bro. B. F. Hall in 1833, at the time he and old father Thomas Claiborne first visited this country. In full possession of her faculties to the last, and with faith unshaken in him who is the "resurrection and the life," she calmly and resignedly fell asleep. O, how strong, how supporting amid the shadows of death, is the Christian's Faith and Hope and Love!
Sister Thompson has left a deeply afflicted companion, a large family of children, and many friends to mourn her loss. May the rich blessings of our Heavenly Father rest upon the afflicted ones! God grant that their present deep affliction may redound to their eternal good.
F. M. C.
Gospel Advocate, 1858, page 160.
Thompson, John
My dearly beloved husband, John Thompson was born in Owen County, Ind., June 1, 1840. Moved to Texas with his parents in May 1848, and was married to Florence N. Stephenson, Feb. 7, 1875. Joined the church of Christ in September 1875, under the preaching of Bro. N. H. O. Polly, of Rockwall, and died on the morning of July 13, 1889. He was a kind and loving and affectionate father. Oh what a comfort to feel assured that he is at rest, and to know that we will meet him if we hold out faithful to the end. He was respected and loved by all who knew him. He left two children, both girls.
Florence Thompson.
Gospel Advocate, August 28, 1889, page 559.
Tinsley, Amos K.
On the 2nd ult. We were called upon to conduct the funeral services at the burial of Bro. Amos K. Tinsley, who died at his home near Philomath on Monday morning 1st July 1889. Bro. Tinsley was born on 21st of Dec. 1821, and in 1842, when quite a young man, flushed with vigor, and the prospect of a long life before him, he yielded a cheerful and loving obedience to the prince of life, and became a member of the church of Christ, under the teaching of Bro. Hovy, one of the pioneer preachers of the restoration. Bro. Tinsley remained a true and devoted Christian until the day of departure, being one of the elders of his home congregation for nearly forty years. He was a grandson of old Bro. Philip Mulkey, one of the coadjutors of Campbell, Stone, and Smith. The success of the Master's cause, and the salvation of the people was his great desire, and the brightest dream of his life. He was a true Christian, and always took a special delight in teaching those poor souls who were famishing and hungering for the bread of life. No deserving poor were ever turned away empty from his door, no, he fed them, spiritually, and gave them physical comfort. On Lord's day, only the day before his death he talked for his home congregation, pleading and exhorting them to live nearer the cross, and to be true to the Master. His sudden death, was but another demonstration of the uncertainty of life. He was sick but a few moments, neuralgia of the heart being the cause of his demise. To his sorrowing companion and children we will say, Let us not sorrow as those who have no hope, but let us trust in the promise of him who said, "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." His faith in the living word was as firm as the pillars of the universe. By his pious walk and godly conversation, he was a central figure in the circle in which he moved. To him who in so eminent a way practiced the virtues that are the golden stair-way to bliss on high, and especially that of charity, may be applied the following lines:
"He rests' the sainted one,
The days of trial are o'er,
The work of life is done,
It waits his hands no more,
Dying he might have said:
"I've fought the goodly fight,
A crown awaits my head
In Eden's land of light,"
There folded on his breast,
Those hands await their meed,
The hands that often blessed
The poor in kindly deed.
Conformed in all his ways
To rule of Christ, the Lord,
Through all the darkened days,
His light the living Word!
N. B. Young.
Gospel Advocate, July 31, 1889, page 494.
Tinsley, John N.
Died, at his home in Warren County, Ky., May 17th, 1879, John N. Tinsley, aged seventy years, three months and five days. We feel his loss more keenly, because for more than forty years he was a faithful and diligent proclaimer of the word. He was the pioneer preacher of that section of the Green River country, embracing the larger portion of Warren, Butler and Edmundson counties. Here he began the Master's work in early life, among the sects, without help or hope of earthly reward. But the people heard him gladly, and soon a congregation was set in order, and now calling to his aid such men as Larue, Morse, Calahan, Jesse H. Smith, the Mulkeys, and many others, the plea for Primitive Christianity swept over the country with irresistible force, and before this veteran of the cross laid his armor down, he could have went on horseback to either one of nine or ten churches any Lord's day morning by eleven o'clock. Under his labors many hundreds have been brought to Christ, but the exact number cannot be ascertained.
He was not what the people now call an educated man. But his abundant labors in the gospel and the gratifying success that attended his work, demonstrate his ability to serve God and his people in that calling that was his highest joy. Farewell, beloved father! we shall hear thy ardent prayers and soul-reaching exhortations no more. But we trust that we shall be in thy company at the dawning of that blessed immortality that awaits the children of the Great King. For this enduring hope we praise the name of our Redeemer and hail Him as the friend of sinners and the king of saints.
T. C. Tinsley., Hopkinsville, Ky., June 4, 1879.
Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1879, page 407.
Tinsley, Phillip M.
Bro. Phillip M. Tinsley, born September 5, 1818, was called hence from this life at his home in Tinsley Bottom, Clay county, Tennessee, March 28, 1889, having attained his three score years and ten, the allotted age of man. For nearly fifty years he had been a faithful follower of our Lord and Saviour, having sealed his faith in the redeeming blood of Christ by being buried with him in baptism and rising to walk in newness of life by the guidance of the teachings of the Holy Spirit, in 1841, the year the writer of this sketch was born. He was a near relative of that old soldier of the cross, Phillip Mulky, for whom he was named.
"If a man die shall he live again?" No more important question than this was ever asked. This was a favorite passage of scripture with Bro. Tinsley and made a deep impression on his mind in early life. The confiding faith that found a responsive affirmative answer in his heart, ever cheered him through life and bore him triumphantly over the river of death. He lived a happy Christian man and died as he had lived. His companion and a large family of children were with him in sympathy and love, not only in the family circle, but also in the church of Christ. Cheerfulness, benevolence, kindness, and warm hearted hospitality, were Christian virtues by which he walked; patience, faith, hope, charity, the cardinal doctrines of his creed.
When a good man dies it is profitable to contemplate his virtues that we may be benefited by the memory of his example. "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." Bro. Tinsley belonged to the class here spoken of. While he rests from his labors, his works will live--will follow him.
G. H. M., Cookeville, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, July 24, 1889, page 478.
Tompkins, John G.
Brother John G. Tompkins, long known and acknowledged in Kentucky as an excellent teacher of the Christian religion, died at the residence of Brother Christopher Brown, in Matthews county, Virginia, January 24, 1857. His sufferings were long and severe, but he bore them with Christian fortitude, and left the world in full confidence of the truth of the Bible, and that there is a rest in preparation for the people of God. Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord; they rest from their labors and their works do follow them.
Will not our brethren who for several years co-operated with Bro. T., editorally, notice his demise? Do we forget our fellow laborers in the vineyard of the Lord?
T. F.
Gospel Advocate, 1857, page 268.
Tosh, John
Departed this life October 21, 1889, Bro. John Tosh, aged 87 years, four months, and 25 days. Bro. Tosh was born in South Carolina in 1802, and moved to Tennessee, Carroll County, in 1825, where he lived till 1882. The last five years of his life were spent in Crockett and Gibson counties with his son James. Bro. Tosh was a member of the Roan Creek congregation for many years. He was baptized by Bro. John Mulky soon after the organization of the church. Bro. Tosh was a good man and a devoted Christian. He was ever ready to lift up the fallen and cheer the faint. He and Bro. David Wilson were the elders of the church for many years, both of whom served with credit to themselves and the cause. His son James desires the two following stanzas published:
A precious one from us has gone,
A voice we loved is stilled,
A place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled.
God in his wisdom has recalled
The boon his love had given;
And though his body moulders here,
The soul is life in heaven.
J. W. Johnson.
Gospel Advocate, December 4, 1889, page 782.
Trimble, Alice Adelia
Died at her home near Carters Creek, Dec. 16, 1888, Sister Alice Adelia Trimble, born April 28, 1850, she was 37 years, 7 months, and 18 days old. Her maiden name was Evans. Obeyed the gospel at Philippi, Maury Co., under the preaching of Bro. R. B. Trimble, about 1865, was married to Mr. Scott Stephens Nov. 22, 1866, who died a few years ago, leaving her a widow with one son. July 28, 1886, she was united in marriage to Bro. Joe A. Trimble. Of sister Delia's noble character it would be difficult to speak too highly. She was a most earnest, faithful, zealous member of the body, she was a loving sister, devoted wife, fond mother, and affectionate step-mother, neighbor and member of Christ's body. Her desire was to be useful wherever her lot should be cast. She was called away from a life of labor in the vineyard of the Lord, and now sleeps by the side of her former husband in Rose ____ cemetery. She is sadly missed by the heart broken family, the whole community and especially by the church of which she was a member. To the grief stricken husband and friends we commend the comforting words of the blessed Savior, "In my Father's house are many mansions; I go to prepare a place for you." By a faithful discharge of our duties as children of God, we can all participate in a grand reunion, after a while with the good who have gone before. Let us trust in God who doeth right, and ere long the bereavements and sorrows of earth will pass away before the rays of the Son of righteousness as they shine from the shores of deliverance.
W. Anderson., Jan. 10, 1889.
Gospel Advocate, January 23, 1889, page 63.
Trimble, Susan E.
Bros. Fanning & Lipscomb:--In deep sorrow I announce through the Advocate the death of my sister, Susan E. Trimble. After a protracted and painful illness of twelve months duration, she yielded to death, after having lived the Christian life in the Church of God for fifteen years or more, in the full hope of a glorious immortality, on the evening of the 19th inst. We sorrow not without hope, "For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even them also who sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.
R. B. Trimble., Spring Hill, Tenn., March 27, 1867.
Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1867, page 278.
Tucker, Lavenia
Miss Lavenia Tucker:--Sister Mary C. Patterson, of Mooresville, Ala., writes under date of July 21, that "Sister Venie Tucker, died June 26, 1866, resigned, but grieved to leave her mother behind."
This death almost completes the departure from earth of a large and devoted family. But few years have elapsed since we spent several days, most pleasantly, in Mooresville and vicinity, with our aged Brother Tucker and family and others, in endeavoring to plead for the authority of the Savior, but in a short space, many that we then knew and loved for their work's sake, have passed from the stage to try the realities of a world that awaits us.
T. F.
Gospel Advocate, August 14, 1866, page 526.
Tanner, John L.
John L. Tanner was born on May 15, 1844, and died on October 16, 1916. He was married to Miss Mary Jane Roddy on November 27, 1872. Five children were born to this union. C. M. Tanner, J. B. Tanner, L. D. Tanner, and Mrs. Albert Duncan survive him. His wife and one child preceded him to the grave. About the year 1886 he, with his wife, obeyed the gospel under the preaching of that great and godly man, Isaac C. Sewell. On May 30, 1916, he was married to Miss L. Jane Henry, still living. Brother Tanner was a sober, truthful, honest man in all of his dealings. He worked hard in his younger days and tried to take care of what he made. The writer conducted the funeral services at Berea, where he belonged, in the presence of a large crowd of sympathizing friends and neighbors, after which his body was laid beside his first wife in the Stovall Cemetery, there to await the resurrection morn, when "the dead in Christ shall rise first." "So shall we ever be with the Lord." Blessed thought! Let us be ready when death comes, for coming it is to one and to all.
John R. Williams.
Gospel Advocate, November 30, 1916, page 1194.
Taylor, A. J.
On February 14, 1925, the death angel visited our old home and claimed our dear father, A. J. Taylor. Our old home ties are broken. The Lord called our mother away on December 3, 1920. Father was born in Perry County, near Linden, Tenn., in 1844. He obeyed the gospel many years ago under the preaching of Brother Larimore. He lived a true Christian life until God called him home. He had no fear of death. He told us not to grieve for him, for he was going to be with his loved ones who had gone on before--mother and two sisters. He leaves to mourn his death five sons and one daughter, besides many other relatives and a host of friends. But our loss is his eternal gain. We do not weep as those who have no hope, but hope to meet him in heaven, where parting will be no more.
His Daughter, Della.
Gospel Advocate, May 14, 1925, page 478.
Taylor, B. B., Mrs.
On September 21, 1905, I was summoned to attend the funeral services of Sister Taylor, wife of Brother B. B. Taylor, of Lake Creek, Texas, who fell asleep in Jesus. Sister Taylor was born in Sandusky County, O., on September 30, 1840. Her parents moved to Kentucky, where she was married to Brother Taylor on February 23, 1858. They moved to Texas in 1859. Two sons and four daughters were born to them, all of whom are married and own comfortable homes in Delta County near their parents' home. Sister Taylor was the first taken out of the family by death. She was the grandmother of thirty-one children and great-grandmother of fourteen. She had many friends and neighbors who, with loving hearts, weeping eyes, and tender hands, ministered to her wants. In 1862, while her husband was in the army, she gave herself to the Lord and ever afterwards lived a consistent member of God's family, the church of Christ. She was a woman of strong convictions of right, with the courage to express them when necessary and grace in her soul to express them aright. She was a good wife, a good mother, a good neighbor and a good Christian; and she has gone to sleep, to rise to live forever. Bereaved ones, weep not as those who have no hope.
H. C. Booth., Commerce, Texas
Gospel Advocate, October 12, 1905, page 655.
Taylor, John
John Taylor was born, near Vanleer, Dickson County, Tenn., on June 3, 1855. He married Miss Laura Williams on February 22, 1880. It was my pleasure and privilege to baptize them about twenty-five years ago. During the same meeting I also baptized a daughter and a young man and young lady who were living with them at that time. It was my pleasant privilege to be in their home many times after that. One of my true friends left this world when Brother Taylor died. At the time he was baptized we had but few members here, no house of worship of our own, and as bitter religious prejudice, I thought, as I had ever known; but Brother Taylor lived to see what he seemed to desire so much--a good, comfortable meetinghouse, nicely located, finished and paid for, and a zealous little congregation worshipping therein. There were many things in his life to indicate his faithfulness in the church. So his noble wife wrote me: "I am not grieving as one without hope." He died on October 31, 1924, after a lingering sickness of more than four months.
W. Derryberry.
Gospel Advocate, May 14, 1925, page 478.
Taylor, Lucinda E.
Lucinda E. Taylor, daughter of Pleasant Taylor and wife of James W. Taylor, was born on August 28, 1840. She confessed her faith in Christ, and was baptized into his name, probably in 1857, and lived a model Christian life until God called her home, on June 29, 1902. Sister Taylor left a husband and four children to mourn their loss. Let me say to the bereaved husband and children: You should not weep as those who have no hope. May God help you to so live that you may meet your loved one in that blessed home above.
S. P. Copeland., Frankfort, Ala.
Gospel Advocate, August 28, 1902, page 559.
Taylor, Mary A.
Our much esteemed and beloved sister, Mary A. Taylor, wife of Bro. J. K. Taylor, departed this life on the 27th of Feb., 1885. Sister Taylor was born Aug. 2nd 1850, and became a member of the church of Christ under the preaching of Bro. A. L. Johnson in May, 1872, and lived a consistent Christian until the day of her death. Her sociability and hospitality, will long be remembered by her many friends. She has been afflicted for a long time, so she could not meet with us on the first day of the week, but her delight was in the Gospel. She loved to hear the Gospel preached and meet with the people of God. The lonely and affectionate husband has our sympathy and the children our prayers. Dear children your mother has gone to rest. It was hard I know to give her up and have to live without her. She cannot come to you, but by living in obedience to the will of him who gave your mother to you, you can go to her and live with her forever in the presence of the Lord. May the Lord keep and preserve us all unto his coming.
J. F. Morrow.
Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1885, page 282.
Taylor, Rebecca Walker Bush
Rebecca Walker Bush was born in Clark County, Ky., on December 22, 1823; at the age of sixteen years she confessed Christ, and was baptized by Elder Morton; was married to John F. Taylor (who survives her) on October 5, 1842; and died on January 30, 1902. The married life of Brother and Sister Taylor was an especially happy one, and continued for nearly sixty years. For fifty-six years they lived on a farm (four miles west of Palestine, Texas), where she died. To them were born four children, three daughters and one son, three of whom survive the mother; Mr. S. B. Taylor, Mrs. J. H. Lewis, and Mrs. Reagan (wife of Judge John H. Reagan). All these live within one mile of the old homestead. Brother and Sister Taylor were charter members of the Palestine church of Christ. A well-rounded life, spent in the service of the Master, she rests from her labors, and her works follow her.
J. C. Mason., Palestine, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, March 20, 1902, page 186.
Taylor, Thomas
Died on the 16th inst., at his home in Tioga, Grayson county, Texas, our venerable brother Thomas Taylor, in his 83rd years. Born in N. C., October 2nd, 1803; in early life moved to Tenn., and settled on Knob Creek, Maury county; was immersed by Elder Hanks and united with the Baptist church. Subsequently, united with the Christian church worshiping at Beech Grove, Maury county, of which he was chosen Elder. A congregation was organized nearer his home by Bro. R. B. Trimble when Bro. Taylor was appointed one of his first overseers. Removed to Fairfield, Ill., in 1873. Here, at first, meetings were held at his house, a congregation was organized and our brother was chosen as an elder. He was ever held in the highest esteem as a worthy citizen and Christian. Removed to Texas in 1884, in January '85, was stricken with paralysis, and for fourteen long weary months this noble father in Zion was confined to his couch of suffering. His long years of devotion to Christ, his pure and blameless life, his quiet Christian deportment and godly conversation, impress all who knew him that his was the consolation to exclaim joyfully with the grand apostle,--"We know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle be dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal, in the heavens." He leaves behind to mourn his decease his companion--wife and nine children; six of whom are married and members of the church, the three youngest boys not yet having obeyed the gospel. The day before his death, when it was scarcely possible to recognize his nearest friends, Bro. Trimble came to his bedside, whom he had not seen for many years, and asked, do you know me? He replied, "I remember the good old times we had at Allen's school house." He remembered
well Bro. Zellner and other friends. Later in the afternoon, when thought to be oblivious of all around him, Sister T. asked Bro. Trimble what he would preach about that night. To the surprise of all, in clear, distinct tones a voice came from the lips of the aged veteran, "Preach the Truth." He, who uttered these grand and glorious words--the last spoken by him--surely can never, never die. The second death can have no dominion over him. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, from henceforth; yea, saith, the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors."
W. F. Fulgham.
Gospel Advocate, June 2, 1886, page 344.
Taylor, William Thomas
Brother William Thomas Taylor was born on May 8, 1875, and died at his sister's home, in Nashville, Tenn., on January 9, 1902. Brother Taylor obeyed the gospel at Chestnut Grove, under the preaching of Brother Robert Sisco, several years ago, and since that time he has continued steadfast in the faith and in the discharge of his Christian duties. He had never married, preferring to remain at home with his father, mother, brothers and sisters--a devoted Christian family. There he first heard the blessed name "Jesus;" there he first heard the song and prayers of devotion. Brother Thomas was a model Christian young man--gentle, peaceable, quiet. In all things he showed himself a pattern of good works; he loved his parents and obeyed them; he greatly prized the privilege of confiding all his affairs to his mother. His neighbors and friends join in extending sympathy to the bereaved family. While we know that they will miss their loved one from the old home, from his accustomed place at the fireside, and from the family circle, and while we have to say good-by to him here and take our last look at him while his body is being laid to rest in the cold and narrow limits of the grave, it can be said of him that he "rests from his labors" and his "works do follow" him. May the family and friends so live that they may all join him on the other side of the river, where there is no parting, no sorrow, but where all is love, joy, and peace.
George Lovell., Lyles, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, February 6, 1902, page 90.
Teddlie, Lowell
The church at Thorp Spring, Texas, together with the faculty and student body at Thorp Spring Christian College, is mourning the untimely death of Brother Lowell Teddlie. Brother Teddlie was only nineteen years of age, but was developing into one of our best young preachers. He came to Thorp Spring two years ago with his parents to enter school. During these two years he made much progress. It was a great shock to us all to give him up, for he was in school up until a few days just before his death. Brother Teddlie was a young preacher with the highest ideals. His father, Brother J. A. Teddlie, has given me the following facts: Lowell was born at Golden, Wood County, Texas, on February 8, 1903; died at Saint Paul Sanitarium, Dallas, Texas, on November 16, 1922. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of T. V. Smith, at Quail, Texas, in September, 1915. The family moved to Thorp Spring, Texas, on August 28, 1920. He preached his first sermon in November, 1920, at Cresson, Texas. We have had no student who gave greater promise of a large, useful life than did this young man. He had all the marks of a leader of men. He was firm in his convictions of right and was loyal to the truth as he saw it. We believe that all who loved him can rest in the assurance that, though he died in young manhood, he was prepared to go. Every one who knew him here and elsewhere feels that it is good to have known him.
A. R. Holton.
Gospel Advocate, January 4, 1923, page 21.
Terry, Calvin
With a sad and aching heart I announce the death of my beloved father, Calvin Terry, who departed this life February 27, 1886, at his home in Smith county, Texas. My father was born in Jackson county, Tenn., in the year 1826. He joined the church of Christ some forty years ago. He was an elder, and a man of considerable influence. As a citizen, he commanded the highest esteem and full confidence of all who knew him. His word was as good as his bond, and when he said anything he meant it. His sufferings throughout his sickness were very great, but with all this his murmurless and trusting soul was enabled to look over and beyond, and would often bless the name of Him in whom was his strong hold. And now to that lonely, distressed and grief-stricken widow, and bereaved children of the broken family, may the love and fatherly care of him who doeth all things well, heal our sorrowing hearts and prepare us by a patient continuance in well doing for a happy re-union beyond the grave.
E. F. Terry.
Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1886, page 552.
Thompson, James N.
It becomes our painful duty to chronicle the death of our well-beloved James N. Thompson, of Crockett county, Tenn. He departed this life May 4, 1885, aged 61 years and 7 months. Bro. Thompson was the son of Azariah Thompson, one of the pioneer citizens of Haywood County, Tenn. He was reared in the Methodist faith, and for many years as a consistent member of that society. In the year 1871 or 2, he was by my hands immersed into Christ, and soon after took membership in the Church of God at Cairo, Crockett county, Tenn., in which he lived an exemplary life up to his death. Bro. Thompson has fought a good fight, has finished his course, has kept the faith, and is now gone to wear a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, has prepared for him. He has left a kind-hearted Christian wife, and a large family of children, the most of whom are grown and have families, to mourn the loss of a good husband and father. We condole the bereaved family, congregation and community, of which he was a beloved member. We do not grieve as those who have no hope. In his last moments, the sentiment expressed in the following poetical strain was in his heart:
"The world recedes,--it disappears!
Heaven opens on mine eyes! mine ears
With sounds seraphic ring!
Lend, lend your wings! I mount, I fly!
O grave, where is thy victory?
O death, where is thy sting?"
[H. C. Booth., Henderson, Chester Co., Tenn.]
Gospel Advocate, January 20, 1886, page 44.
Thompson, Minnie L.
Minnie L. Thompson was born at Mars Hill, near Florence, Ala., December 13, 1862; was "born again," February 20, 1876; and said her "final farewell to the world" where "sickness sorrow, pain and death" abound, July 18, 1886. Her life in the church of God here commenced and closed on the Lord's day. While tenderly bidding loved ones adieu, at the brink of the deep, dark river, she repeatedly expressed astonishment that she could think so calmly, and talk so composedly, of the long, lonely journey before her. "Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil." "One by one," "God's children are gathering home." "Are you ready?"
T. B. L., October 8, 1886.
Gospel Advocate, October 20, 1886, page 668.
Thompson, Vestina
Sister Vestina Thompson, wife of J. C. Thompson and daughter of R. C. and Annie Hill, was born April 4th, 1859; was married to Bro. Thompson Dec. 31st, 1876; was baptized by the writer of this notice in August, 1879. She was a member of the church of Christ at Hilham. Died March 23rd, 1886. Every evidence went to prove that she was a true Christian, a good and submissive wife, a kind mother and a good neighbor. She possessed that rare quality of speaking evil of no one. When she spoke she spoke with caution. She had the good will of all who knew her, as far as I know. Her seat was seldom vacant at church on Lord's day as long as she was able to go; her desire seemed to be that of obtaining a knowledge of God's word. She requested the church to meet at her house on Sunday before she died, and was delighted with the opportunity of breaking bread in memory of her Savior. She could only whisper but she said she was glad to hear the talk. She died in the triumphs of a living faith, rejoicing even in death. Her disease was Laryngitis. The church at Hilham has lost a good and faithful member. We trust our loss is her gain. We trust that Bro. Thompson, in keeping with his wife's request, will rear those children in the admonition of the Lord, and so live himself that a reunion may exist beyond the Jordan. She was buried in the graveyard at Hilham in the presence of a large number of people. The writer spoke at some length to that people as to the Christian's hope. Sleep, dear sister, sleep, till God shall bid thee rise.
J. F. Ownsby.
Gospel Advocate, April 28, 1886, page 259.
Thomas, Nathan
Brother Nathan Thomas was born on August 20, 1865. His health failed in the fall of 1912 and for more than three years he was an invalid. He became a Christian more than a year before he died. He was patient during his sickness, bearing his suffering with the patience that becomes a Christian. It was an inspiration to watch his noble wife stay by him to the last, and then through her tears say: "I did my best." Brother Thomas died at Mango, Fla., on May 23, 1916, having moved here from Alabama in search of health. Liver trouble of some kind was the cause of his death. He leaves a wife and seven children and a number of brothers and sisters. The writer conducted the funeral.
William Rucker.
Gospel Advocate, September 28, 1916, page 982.
Thomas, Will
On December 21, 1915, the spirit of Brother Will Thomas left its earthly house, we trust, for "a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." Brother Thomas was also a member of the Cedar Dell congregation, in Marshall County, Tenn. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in the Cedar Dell church house in the midst of a host of sorrowing relatives and friends. Brother Thomas leaves a wife and one daughter; three sons and two daughters preceded him to the grave. Brother Thomas died with that fearful malady, consumption; but he bore his afflictions with that fortitude that characterizes a child of God. The general expression is that a good man has gone. Sister Thomas will miss his association and counsel, and the congregation and neighborhood will miss him. May the solace offered in the Scriptures comfort and console Sister Thomas and her daughter, Sister Bettie Deen, and cause them to strive more faithfully to reach the heavenly goal.
N. C. Derryberry.
Gospel Advocate, February 10, 1916, page 142.
Thornton, Emma S.
Emma S. Thornton was born on December 7, 1877; was baptized into Christ by Brother J. D. Jones on October, 1893; and departed this life on September 30, 1901. This is the brief record of the birth, the birth again, and the departure from earth of a dear sister in Christ. She possessed that jewel of highest price--a meek and quiet spirit. She was a good girl, and did what she could. Her desire was to be a missionary to some foreign field, but the Lord saw fit to call her from earth. She died at her home, near Stevenson, Ala. We trust that she has gone to the elysian fields of light and glory, to be ever with the Lord. We beg the bereaved father and mother not to sorrow as those who have no hope.
S. R. Logue.
Gospel Advocate, July 31, 1902, page 494.
Thornton, J. M., Mrs.
The subject of this notice was the daughter of one of the pioneer preachers of the church of Christ in Middle Tennessee, Steve Halbrook, who died a number of years ago. She was one of two of his first set of children. The other, Tom Halbrook, is still living--a merchant in the town of Dickson, Tenn. Her mother died when she was small, and her father married again, and she was reared by a good stepmother; and one whom she loved and honored to the day of her death. She first saw the light of day on September 3, 1868, and lived the greater part of her life in Hickman County, Tenn. She had been a self-supporting woman from early life. She had clerked in a store the greater part of the time--for a long while in Centerville, Tenn., but for the past ten years for her brother here in Dickson, Tenn. She obeyed the gospel, being baptized by Brother Waldron, in 1885 or 1886, and had lived an earnest, zealous, Christian life from the day of her "obedience to the faith." She was "steadfast and unmovable" in her religion, and was true to the way of the Lord "as it is written," being opposed to all innovations in the work and worship of the Lord. She was faithful to the church in all her work, a constant attendant upon all the services. Her constant attendance and earnest attention were always a source of encouragement to me while I tried to preach and teach the word of God. She was firm in her positions and her integrity was unquestionable. She was twice married. She was first married to Mr. Gee, of Vaiden, Miss., on February 1, 1911. He lived only five and a half months. She returned to Dickson and to her stepmother. She was next married to Brother J. M. Thornton, of Franklin, Tenn., on April 2, 1914. She was scarcely able to be out of bed when she married, and in a short time was taken to St. Thomas Hospital, in Nashville, for an operation. For a time she seemed to improve, but later she grew worse and lingered for about five months. She died on September 27, 1914. She bore her affliction with Christian fortitude and patience. Brother Thornton was in constant attendance at her bedside, and all that medical skill could do was done to prolong her life, but she passed away into the silent shades and joined those on the other side. Her faith was triumphant and she feared not to die. Her mortal remains were brought to Dickson, and, in the meetinghouse where she loved so much to worship, the writer preached the discourse, in the presence of a large gathering of her friends, brethren and sisters. Then, as the gathering shades of night drew on, her body was laid to rest in Union Cemetery to await the resurrection.
I. B. Bradley.
Gospel Advocate, May 20, 1915, page 500.
Throneberry, Andie
"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." Andie Throneberry was born on February 22, 1884, and died on June 29, 1902. Having known him from earliest childhood I can say truly that I never knew a more conscientious, consecrated, Christian character. He was gentle in speech and meek in disposition, while his calm and trustful face reflected a soul full of faith and hope. Brother Thorneberry obeyed the gospel under Brother Meacham's preaching in his fifteenth years, and continued an earnest, faithful, punctual member until his death. At Sunday school he was always one of the first to greet us, and he never forgot to lay by part of his earnings for the Lord. Though plucked from the stem of life just as he had blossomed into manhood, he lived not in vain, for such a life of noble aspirations and courageous examples will live forever. He bore his intense sufferings with patience and fortitude. He talked beautifully about dying, telling his family that while they would miss him, yet he would be far better off in the world above. One in whom our sincerest hopes were centered has gone, leaving a vacant place. May our Heavenly Father, in his infinite goodness and tender mercy, comfort the bereaved parents and little sister and brother.
Maggie Glenn.
Gospel Advocate, September 18, 1902, page 602.
Thurman, Lettie
Another of God's pure ones gone to rest, another sufferer released from the shackles of earth. Sister Lettie Thurman, died August 28, 1886, in Sequatchie county, Tenn. For twenty years she had lived a devoted Christian, loved by all who knew her for her steadfast faith and righteous walk. Being an invalid for nearly twenty years, her life has been one of patience and love; her sweet submission to the Master's will was more eloquent than studied language and pleaded more successfully the Savior's cause than the most gifted orator. Methinks that her life of intense suffering was not lived in vain, and that in the bright beyond her crown will glitter with many stars won from Satan's thralldom. If, in heaven, one place is more desirable than another, surely her spirit will partake of its sweetness. Yes, dear aunt, we will miss you here, but we will not mourn for you; for you have but been released from a prison house of pain, and we will all come soon. God grant that we may reap a reward such as hers in heaven.
Ada Thurman., McMinnville, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, September 22, 1886, page 595.
Timmons, William H.
Brother W. H. Timmons died at his home in this city, a few minutes after noon, Friday, February 17, 1911, in the sixty-eighth year of his age. He embraced the gospel in his youth and started on the Christian life. He never grew tired of the Christian life, and never at any time manifested the least disposition to turn away from the narrow way that leads to the eternal city. He was regular in his attendance at the meetings on the first day of the week to worship the Lord as the word of God directs; and while engaged actively in several different branches of business, first one and then another, he never slackened his zeal in the cause of Christ. When the Fanning Orphan School was built up, he gave a helping hand in that; when the Nashville Bible School was on the way, he also assisted in that; and when congregations were to be started, he was ready to assist in that work. In the midst of his other pursuits he added preaching, and assisted in that way in helping to start and to build up some of the congregations in and around Nashville. He was married to Miss Mary Jones in 1875. He leaves a widow, three sons, and two daughters, to mourn the loss of an affectionate husband and father, and many relatives and friends to mourn the loss of a good man. He had also started out to publish a religious magazine and had published one number. He had been in failing health for some time; but the end finally came sooner than his friends were expecting it. Thus an earnest and useful life has passed on to the shores beyond. But his family and friends weep not as those who have no hope; and if they, too, will serve the Lord in earnestness and devotion of heart, they may meet him where sad bereavements will never again come, and where happy associations will never again be broken by death.
Gospel Advocate, March 2, 1911, page 273.
Tinsley, Hubert W.
Died July 21, 1886, Bro. H. W. Tinsley, near Celina, Texas. Bro. Tinsley was baptized into Christ by Bro. Randolph Clark in the fall of 1879. Lived a consistent Christian life from that time until death came and ended his warfare. He leaves a devoted Christian wife and loving little daughter four years old, bereaved and almost broken hearted; but, dear lonely sister, think of the precious words, "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." Our dear companion lived and died in the Lord, therefore we cannot weep as those who have no hope, but let us live faithfully the remainder of our days and after death we will have the blessed privilege of seeing the loved ones again in that land that knows no tears or partings. Bro. Tinsley was 29 years old, leaves a Christian father and mother, sisters and brethren in Clay county, Tenn. To them we would say, let us meet Bro. Hubert in heaven.
H. R. Gearhart.
Gospel Advocate, August 11, 1886, page 508.
Tinsley, J. Milton
On March 6, 1902, at his home, near Smithville, Tenn., after a short illness of paralysis, Brother J. Milton Tinsley fell asleep in Christ. Brother Tinsley was seventy-six years and two months old. He obeyed the gospel more than fifty years ago, and he lived a dutiful, devoted, and Christian life. His funeral services were conducted at the grave by Brother James E. Drake, in the presence of the sorrowing friends and relatives, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Lisk graveyard to sleep till the call of the righteous to their reward.
J. Stone Rives.
Gospel Advocate, March 27, 1902, page 202.
Tittle, Peter
Peter Tittle departed this life October the 30th, 1885. The subject of this notice was born in Warren county Tennessee, about sixty years ago. From there he moved to Dade county, Ga., where he spent the greater portion of his life. He has a numerous connection and many friends in that country. He moved from Georgia to Granville, Tenn., a few years ago and spent his life with his children. Mr. Tittle was never connected with any church, but was a strong believer in the Christian faith. Before he died he gave utterance to the expression that he had thoroughly repented of his sins and was awaiting an opportunity for being baptized. He said he was willing to die, and that there was nothing in his way to heaven. This dear old man lived to be about sixty years old. His whole life has been spent in a way and manner that was helpful to those with whom he was connected. He was loved by all who knew him. He was the father of ten children, nine of which are now living and walking in his foot-prints. He leaves his dear wife with whom he has spent many happy hours. She and her bereaved children have our heartfelt sympathy, and we share with them the feeling of the loss of one who was so loved by his people.
R. E. Cross., Granville, Tenn., Oct. 31, 1885.
Gospel Advocate, November 18, 1885, page 728.
Todd, Horace B.
Horace B. Todd was born Oct. 17th, 1868, and died the 10th of March, 1886, at the residence of his father. He was a sufferer of consumption for two years. He was an honest and truthful boy, and loved to work. He was not a wild, rude boy, but would get angry and use God's name in vain until about two months before he died. Just a few days before his death he obeyed the gospel and was baptized by Bro. James Walling. He died in his right mind and told me he was going to heaven to his dear little brother, and hoped to meet us all there. He pitied his poor helpless brother in his last hours, until I told him that I would try to get him to do better if he ever got so he could talk, and he said well, ma. This is true. Oh to God it would touch the heart of every sinner that reads this, and cause them to flee from their sins. This leaves two sisters and four brothers and a broken hearted father and mother to mourn his loss. Written by his mother. He is the son of T. J. and M. E. Todd.
Irene, Hill county, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, April 14, 1886, page 236.
Tolbert, Arizona
Mrs. Arizona Tolbert died at Vernon, Texas, July 21st, 1886, of typhoid fever. She died as she had lived, in the full assurance of the Christian's hope. She was the daughter of Bro. W. B. and sister M. C. Carruth, of Thorp Springs, Texas. She was born Feb. 26, 1859, and confessed Christ and was immersed by the writer during a meeting at Mantria, Collin Co., in 1874. She was married to John Tolbert on the 24th day of Dec., 1876. She was the mother of four children, one of which preceded her to the Spirit world. She was a great favorite with her father and mother, and the blow falls heavily on them in old age, yet they have the consolation of the gospel and are admonished to not mourn as those who have no hope. May the good Lord comfort all the bereaved ones and may they live nearer the Savior as they draw nearer the end that there they may meet the dear ones again never more to part.
R. C. Horn., McKinney, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, September 15, 1886, page 588.
Tosh, Frances P.
On January 25, 1902, Sister Frances P. Tosh died at her home, near Clarksburg, Tenn. She was the widow of John G. Tosh, who died about twenty years ago. She was sixty-one years old, and for many years has been a member of the church of Christ. She possessed that quiet and loving disposition which should ever characterize the children of God. None knew her but to love her. She always took a delight in helping the poor and visiting the sick and ministering to their wants. Her life is an example worthy of imitation. "Frankie," as she was called, met and worshiped with the congregation at Poplar Spring, Tenn., and was always present when it was so she could be there. She gave freely of her means for the support of the gospel. In her sickness she suffered much, but bore it patiently. She was not afraid to die, and expressed a desire to cross over into the land of rest. She leaves two sons and many friends to mourn her death. She lived to see her children members of the church. We sympathize with the bereaved family in their great loss.
J. A. Joyner.
Gospel Advocate, May 8, 1902, page 298.
Trotter, John
Bro. John Trotter, commonly known as Capt. Trotter, was born in 1803, and died in March, 1884. He obeyed the gospel nearly half a century ago, and lived faithful to the duties he took upon himself. Those who knew him best speak of him as an honest, true man, which embodies all. Bro. Trotter lived to a good old age, still he had to go--another witness that we have here no abiding city. On the fourth Lord's day in November, we spoke to a good sized audience of the virtues of Bro. Trotter, insisting that we imitate his virtues and be ready to go when summoned. He leaves a widow and several children to mourn his loss. May they and all of us live so that we may meet and live with the loved ones in a better world.
W. Anderson.
Gospel Advocate, January 28, 1885, page 51.
Tucker, Harriette
Death visited our home on the morning of December 2, 1912, and took from our midst our dearly beloved mother, Mrs. Harriette Tucker, at the ripe age of seventy-four years. Although afflicted for nearly eight years, she bore it with great Christian resignation, always meeting those who visited her with a bright smile and a cheerful word until deprived of the right use of her mind and power of speech. She was a great pet with every one, and it seemed so hard to give her up; but the Lord's will must be done. Although we cannot find words to express our loss, yet we hope our loss is heaven's gain. She leaves a devoted daughter (Mrs. S. J. Womack), four granddaughters, and six great-grandchildren to cherish her memory. Her remains were carried to Fosterville, Tenn., her old home, and laid to rest there to await the resurrection morning. The Lord help us to be more faithful, and may we meet those who have gone before on the other bright shore.
S. W. Womack.
Gospel Advocate, February 20, 1913, page 190.
Tucker, Victoria
Died Oct., 1st, Sister Victoria Tucker. Sister Tucker united with the church of Christ August 1885. She was a member of the Methodist church for several years, but often reading the Scriptures, she was convinced that sprinkling or pouring was not baptism and following her conviction she was buried with the Lord in baptism August 1885. Sister Tucker lived a consistent Christian, died in the faith, sleeps in the Lord. "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord." Sister Tucker leaves behind a devoted husband and two little children to mourn her loss. Bereaved husband look up to God who is able to comfort the afflicted, He says I will never leave nor forsake thee. Look forward to the resurrection of the dead, when the dead will be raised to die no more and the living changed and all caught up to meet the Lord. Precious promise, glorious hope, may the grace of God be with you through this hard life and may you at last enjoy eternal life.
J. W. Johnson., Clarksburg, Tenn., Nov. 2d.
Gospel Advocate, November 17, 1886, page 728.
Tucker, W. M.
Brother W. M. Tucker, who lived near Fosterville, Rutherford County, Tenn., died on July 22, 1902. Calling his loved ones to his bedside on the morning before his death, he spoke to them kind words of admonition, urging the children to take good care of their mother. He also spoke of the life which he had tried to live, and said that his time had come to leave them. He expressed himself as having no fear of death; he dreaded only its sting. He asked all to meet him in heaven. Brother Tucker was a man much loved by those who knew him, and both white and colored friends gave him the best of attention during his illness. Brother Tucker obeyed the gospel in 1883, under the preaching of Dr. H. S. Berry, and was baptized by the writer. He was a strong believer in the doctrine, and was conscious of not always having been as faithful as he should have been, yet he did the best he could. The sorrowing friends and loved ones should not sorrow as those who have no hope, but let us all labor on and be faithful unto the end, that we may be ready to go hence.
S. W. Womack., Nashville, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, August 28, 1902, page 559.
Turner, Hazel Wyrick
The death angel visited the home of Brother D. Wyrick and took from them their oldest child, Hazel, who was born on August 25, 1894, and died on May 16, 1916. She was married to Mr. Cecil Turner on November 29, 1914. Her life was one glad ray of sunshine to all who knew her, and especially her husband, who is so sadly missing her. She and her husband were born into the family of God last August, and up until her death she lived the true, devoted life that God would have us live. We cannot help but weep, as there is a vacant place that cannot be filled; but we should not weep as those who have no hope. Her husband, father, mother, four brothers, and three sisters, besides a host of relatives and friends, are left to mourn her loss, but our loss is her eternal gain. May we arouse from sleep, realize that life is uncertain and death is sure, and be prepared when we are called from this toilsome world to live with her again in that sweet home where neither sickness nor sorrow ever come, but happiness ever reigns supreme. Quite a number of people gathered at the Mount Pisgah church house, where funeral services were held by Brother Sam Litton, after which her body was laid away in the cemetery near by. While we are made sad to know we can see Hazel no more here, we hope to meet her again in a fairer clime, where there will be no more partings. May the Lord bless the bereaved ones, keep and use them for his glory, and at last call them into the home prepared for the faithful.
Mrs. Orion Hartsell.
Gospel Advocate, July 27, 1916, page 763.
Tyler, Annie
On November 2, 1910, the gently spirit of Miss Annie Tyler left its body of clay and winged its flight to that "house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." All that loving hands and hearts could do for her short hours of severe suffering was done; but the Master had need of this lovely flower in his heavenly home, so she closed her tired eyes, to open them in paradise. The dawn found the death dew on her brow, the dear hands folded from all labors of love, the lips stilled that had so lately given words of kindness and wisdom to those so-near and dear to her heart. Too much cannot be said of her beautiful life, her deep devotion to her Lord, and the gentle nature--the unselfishness, charity, and tender ministrations to sick and poor and sorrowing. She was an artist of no small reputation, and could see the beautiful in everything. Born of noble parentage (the late John Tyler and Perneacy Tyler, Virginians of culture and refinement), she was reared in that
atmosphere and grew to be a gentlewoman of that pure type which endeared her to all. Her untimely death leaves hearts bowed and crushed in sorrow and grief. There are those near to her, especially of kindred ties, who will miss her loving, tender care and gentle presence, her words of wisdom, and her godly life. To these nieces and nephews and the bereaved brother, W. T. Tyler, and the only aunt, Mrs. Perneacy Haley, we extend our love and sympathy, and commend them to the care and keeping of Him who "doeth all things well."
One Who Loved Her.
Gospel Advocate, February 16, 1911, page 212.
Taylor, Rebecca Walker Bush
My mother, Rebecca Walker Bush, was born near Winchester, Clark County, Ky., on December 22, 1823; was married to John F. Taylor on October 5, 1843; and died on January 30, 1902. Forty-six years ago, she, with her husband and two small children, came to Texas. At an early age, she confessed her faith in the Savior and lived a consistent member of the church of Christ until she was called to rest in the arms of Jesus. She was a devoted wife and mother, and was true to her friends, of whom she had a great many; all who knew her loved her and are sad at her taking away. Especially will her friends miss her when seasons of trouble or distress come upon them, for she was ever ready to dispel such clouds with her bright, cheerful presence. She leaves a husband and three children, one son and two daughters, to mourn the irreparable loss of wife and mother. May we all so live as to be permitted to join her in her heavenly home.
Lute Lewis.
Gospel Advocate, February 27, 1902, page 143.
Tackett, Isaac E.
Isaac E. Tackett departed this life March 6, 1957, following a brief illness. For several years he was connected with some of our Christian Colleges. Fifty years ago this coming September I came from Tennessee to enroll in what was then Southwestern Christian College, at Denton, Texas. When my money was exhausted Brother Tackett, who was secretary for the school, gave me work in the dining hall. Later, when he became president of Sabinal Christian College, I spent two years in this school, and was allowed to do some teaching to apply on my expenses. Many others who were ambitious for an education were helped in a similar way by Brother Tackett. He always held a very high standard of deportment for his students. He was a friend to young preachers. I have always appreciated the encouragement he gave me in my earlier efforts as a preacher. After he and Brother Billingsley held a tent meeting in Wichita Falls and gathered about fifteen members together, who began meeting in the office of the County Judge, it was through the recommendation of Brother Tackett that I was invited to preach for this group. For the past thirty years Brother Tackett has operated a nursery business at Troup, Texas, in which he has been very successful, while at the same time preaching for the church at Troup, and conducting meetings. We believe he has gone to be with the Lord. He is survived by his wife, four daughters, two sons and thirteen grandchildren; one brother, E. M. Tackett of Dallas; and two sisters, Mrs. W. F. Myers of Weatherford, and Mrs. K. M. Anderson of Temple.
C. A. Buchanan.
Gospel Advocate, May 23, 1957, page 336.
Tager, Ellin
Died at her home near Buckners, Oldham county, Ky., sister Ellin or Booker Tager, wife of Elder A. Tager. She was born Nov. 29, 1818 and consequently was in her seventieth year. Sister Tager obeyed God, the gospel near fifty years ago, and since has lived an earnest, faithful Christian life, teaching her children and grandchildren the way of life. She leaves a husband, two daughters, six grandchildren and a host of friends who deeply mourn her loss.
Hellen.
Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1888, page 11.
Talbert, Gracie Travis
Gracie Travis Talbert, wife of W. S. Talbert, died on March 21, 1915. She was born on August 24, 1891. She was married to W. S. Talbert on February 1, 1912. She obeyed the gospel on March 2, 1915, being baptized by Brother E. S. Smith. She had been in feeble health for several months, but bore her suffering patiently. As Gracie Travis, I knew her from childhood, and always found her with a pleasant word and smile. As her teacher, I always found her studious and obedient. While we all miss Gracie, we have the sweet hope of meeting her in a home where death and separation cannot come. She leaves a husband, a mother, and one sister to mourn her departure. To the bereaved ones we would say: Weep not, but so live that you may meet your loved one in the sweet by and by. After appropriate funeral services by Brother E. S. Smith, her remains were laid to rest in Evergreen Cemetery, there to await the resurrection morn.
A. B. S.
Gospel Advocate, December 30, 1915, page 1324.
Talley, Charles L.
Charles L. Talley was born April 2, 1878, at Clydeton, in Humphreys County, Tenn. He was the son of the late George Thomas and Mollie Bolton Talley. He spent the greater part of his life in Waverly, and at the age of twenty-two years he entered the service of the Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis Railway Company, where he served faithfully as operator-agent for forty-six years, retiring in 1946. He was baptized into Christ in 1898 by his elder brother, John W. Talley. He was a steadfast and consecrated Christian throughout his long period of service in the church. Soon after the death of his father, who was an elder of the Waverly Church, Charles L. Talley was appointed as an elder in that church, and he served loyally in that capacity until the end of his life, a period of about twenty years. He was married to Saddie Haney on August 14, 1906. There were two sons born to themCharles L. Talley, Jr., of Nashville, Tenn., and Randall Talley of Los Angeles, Calif. Besides his wife and two sons, he is survived by two brothersA. L. Talley of Waverly and M. E. Talley of Olathe, Colo. During the ten years of my labors with the Waverly Church, Brother Talley stood by me faithfully, and I regarded him as one of my loyal and true friends. Brother Talley had been in failing health for two or three years, but was afflicted with a heart ailment, which sent him to Vanderbilt Hospital for three weeks, where he died. The writer and Homer Royster, minister of the Waverly church of Christ, conducted the funeral service at Waverly on Monday, June 12. We extend our sympathy to the family.
Thomas J. Wagner.
Gospel Advocate, June 29, 1950, page 421.
Talley, Mrs. E. A.
Mrs. E. A. Talley, consort of Mr. H. D. Talley, died at her home in Humphreys county, of brain fever, June 28, 1893, aged 25 years, 3 months, and 11 days. The deceased was a native of Dickson county, having been born on Johnsons Creek, and her birth dating March 17, 1868. She was married to Mr. H. D. Talley March 22, 1885. In the year 1884 she attached herself to the Christian Church, and from that time up to her death she lived a devout member, strong in the faith. Though lifes pathway was one of many piercing thorns, it was not entirely destitute of roses. Amid her many trials she found comfort in the religion she embraced, the family she possessed, ad her sure hope of heaven. God saw fit to take her awayI know not why. Long years ago he promised heaven to the meek and lowly of earth, and I only rejoice in the firm belief that that promise has been fulfilled. She was a dutiful wife, a loving mother, and a devoted Christian. She leaves a husband, three small children, and a number of relatives to mourn her untimely death. I rejoice in the same hope in which she found consolation. I look confidently forward to a reunion with the loved and lost in the promised city of heaven, where every tear shall be dried and every troubled heart shall be soothed in seas of heavenly rest. May our union be complete in Gods haven of rest.
H. D. Talley., Her Husband.
Gospel Advocate, September 21, 1893, page 599.
Tally, Mrs. E. A.
Sister E. A. Tally, wife of Brother H. D. Tally, of Friendship. Dickson county, Tenn. was born March 17, 1868; was married to Brother Tally March 22, 1885; obeyed the gospel in 1883 at Friendship, under the preaching of the much-lamented Brother F. H. Davis. Sister Tally lived a consistent member of the body of Christ. She was summoned to go from earth June 28, 1893. She leaves a husband and three little childrentwo boys and one girltogether with brethren and friends, to mourn their loss. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.
W. Anderson.
Gospel Advocate, August 31, 1893, page 556.
Talley, George Thomas
On Sunday morning, February 15, George Thomas Talley suffered a stroke of paralysis at his home in Dickson and lingered unconscious until about one oclock Monday morning, when he departed this life to join his loved ones gone on before. Brother Talley was born on April 13, 1850, on Jones Creek, in Dickson County, where the church of Christ known as Rock Church now stands. He outlived all the members of his immediate family. His father, mother, one sister, and seven brothers preceded him to the grave. On August 29, 1872, he married Mary Elizabeth Bolton, of Humphreys County. For a few years of their early married life they resided on Richland Creek, near Waverly. Almost a half century ago he and his faithful wife heard the gospel preached and were baptized by Elder J. H. Mulliniks, one of the pioneer preachers of this section. They grew stronger in faith by reading and studying Gods word, and it soon became a household word. About forty years ago they moved to Waverly, where a few Christians were trying to get a church started. Brother Talley was chosen an elder. His home was always open to the preachers that came his way, and those who have enjoyed the splendid hospitality which he and his wife showed to every one are too numerous to mention here. Owing to the feeble condition of his wife, they moved to Dickson in September, 1930. They made their home with their son. It was here that Mrs. Talley passed away last May. They never moved their membership from the Waverly church; and while the seats they always occupied at the church looked vacant after they moved to Dickson, they will look all the more vacant now, since we know they will never be filled by them again. A friend and I paid Brother Talley a short visit only a few days before his death. We found him reading the Bible. It reminded me of the words of the poet: Those who know it best seem hungering and thirsting to hear it like the rest. He always enjoyed reading the Gospel Advocate and held it next to his Bible. Brother Talleys funeral was held on Tuesday, February 17, at the Dickson church of Christ. The services were conducted by Brother I. B. Bradley, assisted by Brother A. L. Bachman, of Dickson, and Brother T. J. Wagner, of Waverly. He was laid to rest by the side of his wife in the Union Cemetery in Dickson. Besides his five sons, he leaves a host of other relatives and friends, who will mourn his death; but we all console ourselves with the blessed assurance that he, like the apostle Paul, fought a good fight, finished his course, and kept the faith. Therefore, the Lord will give him a crown of righteousness that fadeth not away.
Mrs. Ella Nelson.
Gospel Advocate, May 7, 1931, page 567.
Talley, Polly
On January 15 the death angel visited the pleasant home of S. B. Talley, of Bellwood, Tenn., and summoned to the spirit land his aged, devoted mother. She was called Aunt Polly by most of the people who knew her. She was probably the oldest woman in that section of country. Born on November 14, 1813, and dying on January 15, 1904, she was more than ninety years of age. She was born and reared in Wilson County, Tenn., and lived all her life near where she died. The last few years of her life were spent in the home of her son, S. B. Talley, at Bellwood. He and his devoted wife cared for her tenderly and affectionately. Her every wish was gratified; nothing was denied her that would add to her pleasure or gratification. She was very appreciative; she seemed pleased and satisfied with all that was done for her. A more industrious woman I have never known. Unable, by reason of age, to attend to the active duties of life, her last years were spent in sewing or knitting. Her death was rather sudden. She was sick only one day, and the day before here death she was engaged with her knitting. In 1833 she was married, to Colman Talley, who passed away about fourteen years ago. Nine children were born to them, five of whom preceded her to the spirit land. She leaves two sons, S. B. Talley and W. P. Talley, and two daughters, Mrs. Ann Hendricks (who lives near McGregor, Texas) and Mrs. Bettie Neely (who lives in Oklahoma Territory). Under the preaching of Homer T. Wilson, she obeyed the gospel in 1879; hence, more than twenty-four years of her life were spent in the vineyard of the Lord. She was an earnest Christian, though quiet and undemonstrative in manner. On the occasion of her burial a most impressive and instructive discourse was preached by Brother E. A. Elam. Her children have lost a loving mother, the neighborhood has lost a good woman, and the church has lost an earnest and devoted Christian. My sincerest sympathies are hereby tendered to the bereaved family.
John M. Mill.
Gospel Advocate, February 18, 1904, page 106.
Talley, Sara McRady
Mrs. Sara McRady Talley, 62, of Petersburg, Tennessee, died November 25, in Parkview Hospital, Nashville, Tenn., following a short illness.
She was a native of Lincoln County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late John C. and Sally Lloyd McRady. Sister Talley was a graduate of David Lipscomb College and the University of Tennessee. She was a retired school teacher, having taught in the public schools of Marshall and Lincoln counties thirty-six years.
She was a faithful servant of the Petersburg church and greatly loved for her benevolent deeds. It was my pleasure to have known her for several years. I came to know and love her and Brother Talley while serving as minister of the Petersburg church.
She is survived by her husband, William Marshall Talley of Petersburg and a brother, J. V. McRady, M. D. of Fayetteville, Tennessee.
Funeral services were conducted from the Davis-Ralston Funeral Home in Petersburg, November 27, with burial in Old Orchard Cemetery. James Sharpe, minister of the local church and this writer conducted the service.
Carroll Davis Moore.
Gospel Advocate, December 24, 1970, page 827.
Talley, W. H.
Died, on August 27, 1895, at 11 P.M., near Azusa, California, W. H. Talley, one among the best of Gods faithful children. He was a native of Tennessee, and for many years a citizen of Texas. His Christian record in Grayson County, Texas, is all that could be wished. The old First church ever honored him with places of trust, and saw in him one who honored the Master, and left an example worthy of the following of all. His will be a cherished memory. His family have their warmest sympathies. His frequent letters written me since his residence in California have ever been full of Christ and the good work around his new home. His place, now vacant at home and in the church, has been well and truly filled. His place in heaven will be one of joy and peace forever. Brother Talley leaves a wife and one son to mourn their loss. His step-daughters, to, feel as deeply their loss, for he was to them kind and generous. We leave him with Christ, hoping and praying that his family and his brethren may follow his example, and meet him beyond the river.
W. D. Dimmitt.
Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1895, page 638.
Talley, W. P.
Brother W. P. Talley, commonly known as Uncle Pete, was called by the death messenger on June 23, 1926. He was born in Lebanon, Tenn., on June 22, 1850, and died at the age of seventy-six years. He was married to Miss Fannie Catron. To this union were born six children, two girls and four boys. He obeyed the gospel at the age of seventeen years. He read the Gospel Advocate fifty-seven years. Truly a good man has gone from us, but through his good works he will live on. Brother Talleys last few months on earth were a beautiful example of faith and resignation. He wanted to live, but was willing to die. How blessed it was to look upon his venerable face and think of his noble life of sacrifice, unselfishness, and devotion to divine righteousness and truth! Tears of admiration flow for his devoted wife, so true to the principle for which he had given his life. Brother Talley was ripe for the eternal years of gladness with Him who he so faithfully served. He was kind, gentle, patient, humble, and loving always. The law of kindness was not only on his tongue, but beamed forth in the smile which he always wore and which served to brighten the lives of those who knew him. He made the word of God the man of his counsel and the guide of his life and always stood nobly with the faithful servants of God in all their struggles and trials. He was always among the first in their places on the first day of the week to worship the Lord, and was deeply interested in every good word and work. His contribution was always there after he was unable to attend. While his physical strength was abating and his memory was failing slightly, his reason and judgment were not impaired in the least. Now he has gone to that happy land which God has prepared for the faithful. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Brother D. N. Barnett and Brother Bob Peace spoke words of comfort to the bereaved ones. May God bless and ever shelter them under his protecting care.
Gospel Advocate, February 24, 1927, page 185.
Tallman, Hallie T.
Mrs. Hallie T. Tallman, widow of the late Dr. O. H. Tallman, died in Clearwater, Florida, on Monday, June 1, 1970. A native of Bowling Green, Kentucky, she had resided for thirty-four years in Pensacola, Florida, where she was a member of Central Church of Christ. Prior to residing in Pensacola she had lived for a number of years in Cookeville, Tennessee, where her late husband served as the minister of the Broad Street church of Christ. She is survived by two sons, Dr. O. R. Tallman of Pensacola, and R. H. Tallman of Mobile; two daughters, Mrs. J. Carl Mason of Clearwater, and Mrs. Robert Hicks of West Palm Beach; a sister, Mrs. Lanie Cherry of Bowling Green; a brother, Mr. Homer Richardson of Bowling Green and seven grandchildren. Graveside services were conducted in St. Johns Cemetery in Pensacola on June 4, 1970, with the writer officiating.
Walter G. Bumgardner.
Gospel Advocate, July 2, 1970, page 430.
Tallman, Oliver
Oliver Tallman was born at Evergreen Hill, near Smithville, Ontario, Canada, September 4, 1846, and there he died on August 20, 1928, after nearly eighty-two years of active life. The departure of Brother Tallman has brought sorrow to the community especially the church in this district, in which he had been interested for many years. Brother Tallman enjoyed his usual health until about fifteen days previous to his death, when his faithful companion, with whom he had made the pilgrimage of life for nearly sixty years, was called away by the angel of death. While he bore the loss without a complaint, he frequently said that he would not be here long. On Sunday he was at Jordan for the morning worship, and returned home that evening, where he talked with some friends till nearly time to retire. Throughout the day he had been feeling much better, and no one thought that the end was so near. Monday morning about three oclock his daughter was aroused by his call. Medical aid was summoned, but all in vain. Conscious that the end was near, he talked freely with his loved ones. About five oclock his eyelids were closed in death, and he took his journey to that land from which no traveler ever returns. Brother Tallman was baptized by Nathanael Wardell when he was a young man, and lived to see his entire family, with sixteen of his nineteen grandchildren, in the church. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Maggie Walker, besides three sons and one daughter. The children are: Mrs. W. F. Ellis, at home; A. S. Tallman, of Meaford, Ontario; O. H. Tallman, Cleveland, Tenn.; and O. E. Tallman, of Port Dalhouise, Ontario. The last two are faithful gospel preachers and were holding meetings near McMinnville, Tenn., at the time their father died. Funeral services were conducted at the home by the writer, assisted by L. J. Keffer, of Smithville, and E. G. Collins, of Meaford. The body was afterwards laid to rest in the Smithville Cemetery, where it awaits the Masters call.
C. G. McPhee.
Gospel Advocate, October 11, 1928, page 979.
Tallman, Ora Hubert
Dr. Ora Hubert Tallman, seventy-nine, died July 16 at his residence in Pensacola, Fla. Dr. Tallman was born in Smithville, Ontario, Canada, but had been a resident of Pensacola for twenty-one years. He was an elder at Central Church there. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Hallie Tallman, two daughters, Mrs. Carl Mason and Mrs. Robert Hicks, two sons, Dr. Orland Tallman and Dr. Rudyard Tallman, a sister, Mrs. W. F. Ellis, and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 3 P.M., Tuesday, July 19, in the McNeil Chapel with Howard Foshee and W. H. Dorriety conducting the services. Interment was at the St. Johns Cemetery. Dr. Tallman had been a minister of the gospel for over fifty years.
Mrs. O. H. Tallman.
Gospel Advocate, August 11, 1955, page 713.
Tanaro, Charlotte Cole
Charlotte Cole Tanaro, 49, died Oct. 20 as a result of injuries suffered in an automobile accident in Robertson County, Tenn.
Tanaro was a native of Warren County, Ky., and a nurse at Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah. She was a member of the Lone Oak church of Christ, where her husband is the minister.
She is survived by her husband, Mike; two daughters, Dana Britt, of Brookport, Ill., and Julie Thompson, of Atlanta, Ga.; one son, Trent, of Canyon, Texas; her parents, Wallace E. and Lucille Cole; five brothers, William Wallace, Bobby, James, Jason and Larry Cole, all of Bowling Green, Ky.; four sisters, Mary Jo Honaker, of White Mills, and Janet Runner, Beverly Spence and Jackie Niles, all of Bowling Green; and two grandchildren.
Paducah, KY.
Gospel Advocate, November, 1999, page 44.
Tanksley, Mernetta Frances
Mrs. Mernetta Frances Tanksley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wooten, was born on December 15, 1891; was baptized into Christ in 1904, by Brother M. S. Buford, at Reid Avenue church of Christ, this city; was married to Frank Tanksley on August 12, 1909; and died on February 12, 1913. She was a patient sufferer for three years, and all that skilled physicians and loving hands could do was done. She leaves a young husband, a father, a mother, and three sisters, also a host of Christian friends, to mourn their loss. She was a devoted Christian, kind and gentle in her ways. She taught a class in our Lords-day school and had a devoted following. We wish to extend our tenderest sympathy to her companion, who was so thoughtful and kind to her. Also to all her loved ones we would say: Follow her, as she followed our blessed Lord and Master; then we will all meet her in the city of our God, where sickness, sorrow, and sad partings are unknown, and where joy and love, and peace will have no end.
S. F. Morrow.
Gospel Advocate, July 3, 1913, page 648.
Tanner, Calvin Moses
Calvin Moses Tanner was born near Obion, Tenn., June 8, 1876; departed this life September 23, 1940, at the age of sixty-four. He was a lifelong citizen of Obion County. He was married to Levy Bowers in 1895, and to this union were born six children. One died in infancy and five survive. They are: Billie, Moselle, Nettie, Estelle, and Eleanor Glen. All are fine Christian characters. One sister, Mrs. Della Duncan; two brothers, Bart and Lon; ten grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews survive, along with Brother Tanners faithful companion and helpmeet of forty-five years. Brother Tanner obeyed the gospel in 1910, under the preaching of John R. Williams, and lived a consistent, faithful Christian until the end. He served as an elder of the Berea congregation for many years in word and in deed. Brother Mose lived a quiet and unostentatious life, yet his impression upon the community and upon the church over which he had the oversight will not be forgotten this side of eternity. Members of his Bible class bore his body to its resting place. The writer was called to speak at his funeral service. E. P. Smith, of Martin, led in prayer, and James R. Greer directed in songs for the occasion.
H. A. Dixon.
Gospel Advocate, October 10, 1940, page 983.
Tanner, James B.
James B. Tanner, the son of J. L. and Mollie Tanner, of Obion, Tenn., was born seventy-five years ago. He went to his reward June 28, 1953. He was married to Miss Willie Mae Rivers in 1904. To this union five daughters were born. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Willie Mae Tanner and four daughters: Mrs. Reba Appleman, of Canton, Ohio; Mrs. Vern Upton, of St. Johns, Mich.; Mrs. Donald Parker, of Ionia, Mich.; and Mrs. Robert Dalby, of Owosso, Mich. Brother Tanner obeyed the gospel early in life. He was baptized by J. R. Williams. E. C. L. Denton performed the marriage ceremony of Brother Tanner and Miss Rivers. Brother Tanner had been active in church work in Rives, Bera, and Mt. Pelia, Tenn., for a number of years. He moved to Lansing, Mich., with his family in 1929. He started working toward establishing the church with the help of brethren from Flint and Detroit, Mich. It was not until the year 1934 that his dream of the church in Lansing was realized. The writer met the Tanner family in November of 1936 and grew to love and respect them. Brother Tanner was loved by all who knew him. He was a good Christian, husband, father, friend and neighbor. He will long be remembered.
Jay W. Robinson.
Gospel Advocate, August 6, 1953, page 501.
Tarbet, Thomas H., Jr.
Thomas H. Tarbet Jr., 87, died Jan. 16.
Tarbet served as minister of churches in Texas, Oregon, New Mexico, Virginia, Wyoming and New York. He was a missionary in Melbourne, Australia, from 1955-1960.
Tarbet was an elder for the Cheyenne, Wyo., Poughkeepsie, N. Y., and Baker Heights (Abilene, Texas) Churches of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Wanna Queen. Tarbet is survived by his wife, Leola; two sons, David and Jim; one daughter, Kathryn Bodling; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Azle, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, March, 2002, page 45.
Tarpley, Edward M.
Tarpley, Annie Mai
Edward M. Tarpley, seventy-two, and Annie Mai Cathey Tarpley, sixty-nine, were killed instantly when their car was struck by an extra north-bound freight train at the Washington Street crossing, at Franklin, Ky., at 4:15 P.M., Tuesday, November 18, 1947. They were en route to their home on McGoodwin Avenue, about two blocks away, when struck by the train. Sister Tarpley had spent most of the day at the home of Mrs. Wisdom Lundy, helping a group of women sew for the orphans of Christian Home and Bible School, at Mount Dora, Fla. Brother Tarpley was born January 28, 1875, in Bedford County, Tenn. Sister Tarpley was born April 11, 1878, in Maury County, Tenn. They are survived by five daughters and two sons, all of whom are married; also by nine grandchildren. They had resided in Franklin for many years. He had been an elder in the church for more than a quarter of a century. Brother Tarpley was the elder member of the Franklin Wholesale Grocery Company. The Main Street Church building was filled at the double funeral service, with a large overflow. The floral gifts were profuse. Herman Taylor, superintendent of the Franklin High School, who is preaching for the Main Street Church, conducted the services, with the writer participating. Brother and Sister Tarpley were outstanding in Christian service and devotion and as citizens of the community.
W. E. Brightwell.
Gospel Advocate, January 1, 1948, page 22.
Tarpley, Johnnie Nunn
Sister Johnnie Nunn Tarpley, daughter of Brother J. W. Nunn, of Porter, Okla., was born in Cleburne, Texas, on May 2, 1885; was baptized into Christ by Brother J. H. Lawson, in 1904; moved with her parents to Oklahoma, and was married to Brother R. M. Tarpley, at Snider, Okla., in 1906; and died at Porter, Okla., on July 23, 1923. She leaves a father, mother, two sisters, and one brother, besides a husband and one daughter, to mourn her death. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in the Methodist church house in Porter. She was buried in Green Hill Cemetery, at Muskogee, Okla. The writer has preached many times at Porter and had a good opportunity of learning the membership in the little band of disciples at that place, and can truthfully say that Sister Tarpley was always at her post of duty, ready to do anything in her power to advance the cause of New Testament Christianity. 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.
J. G. Allen.
Gospel Advocate, August 9, 1923, page 775.
Tarpley, Mattie
Sister Mattie Tarpley departed this life on November 6, 1906. She was born on January 18, 1881. At the age of thirteen years she gave herself to God, and until the last was a close student of the Bible and adhered faithfully and conscientiously to the principles of Christianity. Hers was indeed a beautiful life, though it was cut short by consumption, which claimed as its victims two sisters and a brother before her. Her father also preceded her to the grave; but she leaves a dear mother, two sisters and a brother, who have the deepest sympathies of their many friends. The funeral services were beautiful and impressive, and were conducted by Brethren Harris and Compton, after which her remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Carter Cemetery. She was not afraid to die, but she so much wished to live to comfort her mother in her declining years. Mattie was a dear, sweet girl, and we all loved her. We miss her, but her life was such that we know that she is peacefully at rest in the arms of Jesus.
Gospel Advocate, March 28, 1907, page 206.
Tarpley, O. L.
The last day of the year 1975 brought to a close the earthly affairs of O. L. Tarpley, an elder of the Lords church in Woodbury, Tenn. The services and fellowship of this humble man of God will be greatly missed by his friends and kinsmen in Christ.
Brother Tarpley had a childs trusting faith in his Savior. (Luke 18:3.) There was no doubt in his mind that Jesus was the Christ, the Son of the living God. Neither did the Bible present complexities and confusion to him. He accepted the written word as Gods complete and final revelation to man, and to him personally. His faith was wholly in the Lord, his Rock and Redeemer.
O. L. Tarpley was not a product of the schools of men. He, like many who brought this great nation to our generation, was not blessed with the opportunity of gaining a classic education. However, his education was adequate, affording him the open door to seek and to learn through life; the most important school of all. His most valuable textbooks of life were the hills of his beloved Cannon County, its people and their lives. He was a student of humankind and the natural law of the land. His most valuable textbook was the One Book, the Bible. He possessed a knowledge of the Bible that is rarely found among men of our day. He read and studied the Bible throughout a lifetime. He had an uncanny ability to remember the seemingly insignificant and to draw from them great lessons for application in life. Hardly was there an incident of life or a human character he could not parallel with a Bible character (good or bad), or a Bible incident. He reminds one of Davids description of the godly man: . . . his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. (Psalm 1:2.)
Though of a benign spirit he was of firm conviction, unwavering. He served the Lords church to the fullness of his abilities. The greatness and soundness of the church at Woodbury, in some measure, may be attributed to the influence and service of this humble man of God. May there be raised up more of his humility, love and service for the kingdom of God.
Max R. Miller.
Gospel Advocate, January 29, 1976, page 79.
Tarrance, A. O.
Brother A. O. Tarrance was born on June 21, 1873, and died on September 17, 1923. He obeyed the gospel at the age of twenty-four years. He lived a true Christian until released, and did much work for the cause of Christ. He leaves four brothers, one sister, a wife, two daughters, and five sons to mourn his loss. The greatest thing that can be said for any one is that he lived a true Christian. Therefore, I would say to Sister Tarrance: Weep not as those who have no hope, but be reconciled unto our Heavenly Father, live the Christian life, and trust his promises. Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. (James 1:12.) The writer spoke words of consolation to the bereaved.
W. G. Black.
Gospel Advocate, October 4, 1923, page 970.
Tate, Frances M.
Sister Frances M. Tate was born on December 30, 1836; was married to Hampton H. Tate in 1859; and died, at Pyriton, Clay County, Ala., on February 23, 1927. She became a member of the church in 1862 under the preaching of A. C. Borden, a noted preacher of North Alabama, while her husband was in the Confederate Army. When he returned from the army, he also became a member of the church of Christ. Sister Tate was the mother of seven children. One died in infancy. The other childrenfour boys and two girlsare all faithful members of the church and good citizens. The writer of these lines was well acquainted with Sister Tate and knows she was a faithful Christian as long as she lived. Sister Tate was living with one of her children in Anniston, Ala., at the time of her death. She requested that her body be carried to the church and be buried at the place where she had been a member, and this was done.
D. L. Campbell.
Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1927, page 832.
Tate, Maggie Belcher
Maggie Belcher was born on February 18, 1875, and died on July 26, 1903. She was educated at the Fanning Orphan School, where she finally became assistant matron on account of her faithfulness and proficiency in the several departments of study and duty. On the second Sunday in March, 1889, she, with her sister, Annie Belcher, became obedient to Christ and was baptized by the writer. Those who knew her best bear testimony of her faithfulness as a Christian. On September 9, 1896, she was married to Mr. George Tate, to whom she was a faithful and devoted wife. She was the mother of three childrentwo sons and a daughter. One of thesean infant son, Gordondied three days before her death. By the side of his little grave the mother was laid. Failing health caused Sister Tate to seek the quiet and rest of the country on a visit to her sister, near Pasquo, Tenn.; but after going there she lived only two weeks. Quite a number of sympathizing friends and neighbors were present at her funeral. Services were held by the writer, who preached a sermon from Rev. 14:13, 14. Her husband, mother, sisters, and brothers can be comforted concerning her. She is blessed, and that from henceforth; and her works do follow her. She died in the Lord.
Granville Lipscomb.
Gospel Advocate, August 27, 1903, page 559.
Tate, W. H.
It is with sadness that I pen the death of our brother, W. H. Tate. He departed this life Oct. 17, 1897. He was fifty-five years of age, and has been a faithful member of the body of Jesus Christ for several years, ten or twelve years at least. He was baptized by Brother John R. Williams. He was sick only five days, but suffered very much indeed, and bore his illness with patience and fortitude. He told Brother Holiway, who was waiting on him, that he knew he could not live long, but was willing and ready to go. He died in the triumph of a Christian faith, and has gone to try the reality of a world unknown to us. He has no companion to mourn her loss, but three children still survive. I would say to them: Sorrow not. Our loss is his eternal gain. May we so live that when the summons comes and we, too, are called to go we will be prepared to meet Uncle Billie in that city that our Savior has gone to prepare for us. My humble prayer to God is that all of us, his friends near and dear, may be taught a lesson of preparation and purification of heart, for our Master says: Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.
Mary Tate., Bethel, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, November 25, 1897, page 742.
Tatum, C. C.
C. C. Tatum, 90, founding member and elder of the Lehman Avenue Church of Christ in Bowling Green, KY., died Jan. 25 in Henderson, Tenn.
Tatum was born in 1901 in Kenton, Tenn. While at Freed-Hardeman University, he met his wife, Anna, and the connection with Freed-Hardeman continued. His niece is married to Freed-Hardeman Chancellor E. Claude Gardner, and his daughter and son-in-law are professors there.
In the late 40s Tatum was appointed an elder of the 12th Street congregation in Bowling Green. Then when the Lehman Avenue congregation began in 1955, he was a charter member. He served as an elder there until about 10 years ago.
Tatum is survived by his wife, Anna Moody Tatum; their daughter, Ann Woods; a daughter-in-law; and six grandchildren. A son, C. C. Tatum Jr., is deceased.
Services were conducted Jan. 25 in Bowling Green at the Johnson-Vaughan Funeral Home by E. Claude Gardner, Yarbrough Leigh and local minister Jack Ray. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery in Bowling Green.
Gospel Advocate, February, 1991, page 49.
Tatum, C. C., Jr.
C. C. Tatum, Jr. was born October 28, 1934 in Bowling Green, Ky., and passed away suddenly from a heart attack at his home in Atwater, Calif., on March 21, 1973. He was the son of C. C. Tatum, Sr. and Anna Mae Moody Tatum, Bowling Green, Ky., where C. C., Sr. has for a long while served as an elder in the Lehman Avenue church of Christ. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Barbara Childs Tatum; by three children: Karen, John and Susan; and by his sister, Anne Tatum Wood, the wife of Dr. Clyde Wood of Henderson, Tenn.
C. C., Jr. was reared in Bowling Green, where he was educated in the public schools, in Bowling Green Business University and in Western, finishing in the last class of the ROTC Air Force at Western. He was a member of the church of Christ, having obeyed the gospel at age 11, and having continued faithfully to the day of his passing. He was an excellent song leader and a dedicated and versatile worker for the Lord. Wherever his Air Force service took him, he never failed to find the church and to assist in its work. If there was no congregation there, he helped to establish one.
A long-time friend, fellow-Christian and fellow-officer in the Air Force wrote the following of him in a moving testimonial to his parents: I didnt have the opportunity to talk to you abut C. C. but want you to know that we considered him to be a fine example of what every Christian man, husband and father should be. He was such to me from the time we met. Im afraid I was not all that I should have been, thinking that one visit to the church a week (if convenient) was enough, and $2.00 a week in the collection plate was above average. Observation of C. C. and Barbara soon taught me otherwise. I can never repay the debt that I owe to your son.
Funeral services were conducted for Maj. Tatum in the Lehman Avenue church building in Bowling Green by B. B. James, assisted by the writer.
Yarbrough Leigh.
Gospel Advocate, May 10, 1973, page 306.
Tatum, George W.
George W. Tatum, son of Wilkins and Eliza Tatum, was born on November 12, 1844, and died on January 18, 1921. He was married to Miss Bettie Masten over fifty years ago. He joined the Christian Church about the time he married, and he and his aged companion, who is left behind, traveled hand in hand all these years. He was the youngest boy of ten children, all of whom preceded him. His playmate brother, James H. Tatum, who was just a few years older, passed away on December 27, 1920.
W. T. Smothers.
Gospel Advocate, February 24, 1921, page 200.
Tatum, J. W.
On June 1 J. W. Tatum passed from this life in Jackson, Tenn. Brother Tatum had been in ill-health for several years, but that fact did not prevent his attending services with all diligence. He had lived in Jackson about forty years, during which time he had an active part in establishing the two congregations there. He was a building contractor who enjoyed a splendid reputation for honesty. Brother Tatum was born in Haywood County, Tenn. He moved to Jackson when a young man. He was a charter member of Central Church, where he worshiped until his passing. Brother Tatum is survived by five nieces: Mrs. L. A. Henderson and Mrs. Verna Tatum Holley of Jackson; Mrs. J. G. Long of Jackson, Miss.; Mrs. Etta Williams of Bells, Tenn.; and Mrs. J. W. McDonough of Nashville, Tenn. Funeral services were conducted by the writer in the chapel of Griffin Funeral Home in Jackson. The body was laid to rest in Hollywood Cemetery. Those of us who knew Brother Tatum will ever be enriched through his excellent example. May God be thanked for his long and fruitful life.
Norman L. Vaughn.
Gospel Advocate, July 26, 1951, page 478.
Tatum, Loyd
Loyd Tatum, 72, died August 16, 1967 at Linden, Tenn. Funeral services were conducted by this writer and Howard Trull.
Brother Tatum was a retired farmer. Until the last few years of his life, he lived in the Farmers Valley community of Perry County, Tenn. He had been one of the leaders of the church in that community all of his adult life.
When preachers went to The Valley for meetings it was in this home that they usually stayed. His was a fine Christian home and the doors were never closed. He will possibly be remembered most for his hospitality and his fine sense of humor. He never complained even after he was stricken with a lingering illness.
Brother Tatum is survived by his faithful companion, Mrs. Delphia Brumley Tatum of Linden; two daughters, Mrs. Dell Boyce, Nashville, and Mrs. E. Claude Gardner, Henderson; a son, James B. Tatum, Linden; a brother, C. C. Tatum, Bowling Green, Kentucky and eight grandchildren.
His influence for good will long be felt, even in generations yet unborn.
B. B. James.
Gospel Advocate, October 12, 1967, page 655.
Tatum, M. A. B.
It is with sadness that this announcement of the death of Brother M. A. B. Tatum is written. Brother Tatum was born in Dade County, Ga., July 6, 1844, and had made Dade County his home till called away by the Master, which summons came to him on the morning of Oct. 19, 1897. Our deceased brother obeyed the gospel in his youth (following the advice of the wise man, Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth); and he cast his lot with the congregation at Union, and labored and worshiped with the brethren until the commencement of hostilities and war between the States of the American Union. At this time he enlisted as a soldier in the Confederate Army, and for four long years he faced privation and danger in defense of his country. The war over, he returned to the home of his birth; and again, with the survivors who had not died or fallen in battle, at Union he began anew to battle for the cause of the Master, and continued a soldier in this conflict until called to his reward. Brother Tatum was a safe counselor, and was selected by his people to represent them in positions of trust and honor. He represented his county in the Georgia Legislature and his district in the Senate of Georgia. All places and positions which he held he filled with fidelity, and in it all he recognized his obligations to serve and obey the Master. He was a man of large and liberal views, having had extensive experience; and at all times his judgment was good. He was a peacemaker in his day. He would and did quiet the troubled waters among the people in aiding and advising adjustments and settlements of differences in such a way as that in many instances peace was restored and feelings allayed. He was a loving husband, an indulgent father, a warm friend, and an obliging and self-sacrificing neighbor and citizen. He understood, and in a large measure put in practice, the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Brother Tatum leaves a widow and five children. The children are all grown but one, and, better still, all have obeyed the gospel of Christ but one. Brother Tatum has left very many dear ones and friends to mourn their loss, but our loss is his gain; and we have the consolation of knowing that we weep not as those who have no hope, for we feel assured that if we hold our faithful to the end we will all meet in that happy beyond, where there are no more sad partings.
William U. Jacowry., Trenton, Ga.
Gospel Advocate, December 2, 1897, page 766.
Tatum, R. D.
R. D. Tatum was born on October 4, 1824, and died on May 21, 1911. He was married to Sallie Smith on October 18, 1849, to whom were born seven childrenfive girls and two boysall of whom survive him, except Maggie, the baby, who died in infancy, and Mrs. Mamie Ozella McAlister, who died on January 6, 1911, after suffering for twenty years, and was laid to rest on the hill at the home burying ground, where her sainted mother had preceded her ten years. Now the new-made grave marks the spot where the husband and father rest. It became the sad duty of the writer to conduct the funeral services. Brother Tatum as well understood that all who would put their trust in and follow Jesus would be saved as any man I ever knew, and the chief object of his life for thirty-five or forty years was to serve him. He was one of the elders of the congregation at Riggs Cross Roads from its beginning and always ready to discharge his duty in defense of the truth. He bore the heat and burden of the day in the service of the Master and confided in the promise of God as an anchor to the soul, sure and steadfast. He was ever ready to instruct and lead in the way of life and was constant at church on the first day of the week when not providentially hindered. After his wife departed and his life work was almost finished, he married Sallie Ragsdale, who was a faithful helpmeet in his declining and afflicted days. Thus ends his life work. May the Lord still bless his loved ones left behind, and may we all live and act so that we may be saved with the faithful.
J. M. T. White.
Gospel Advocate, June 29, 1911, page 715.
Tatum, T. E.
Sunday, February 8, at 1:30 A. M., our beloved brother and friend, T. E. Tatum, peacefully passed to his reward. It is sad for his family and his many friends to give him up, yet God gives us joy in knowing that he is now free from all suffering and has inherited a rich reward. He suffered much, yet took it patiently. For us to know that he shall enjoy life eternal makes us love God more and be able to say: Thy will be done. He leaves his widow, three faithful daughters and their families, a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and many friends, all of whom loved him devotedly. One of the outstanding traits of his life was that he loved the church and made Christ first in all that he did. No one ever worked harder to build up the kingdom of Christ. Wherever he lived, he led out in planting the cause. If there was not a congregation, he established one and built a house of worship. He was successful in getting cooperation, because the people loved him and had confidence in his ability. He was a faithful teacher of the Bible, and at his death had a large Bible class. With his hands, head, and heart he worked hard so that he might build up the church. He made money honestly, but he realized that it was Gods, and he used it freely and wisely to advance the kingdom of Christ, and was careful to remember the poor and unfortunate. In Jackson, Tenn., where he spent the greater part of his active life, he was held in high esteem by the citizens. They knew him as a loyal citizen and a Christian gentleman. He stood firmly on his religious convictions, and was loved more because of his sacrifice for his loyalty to the Bible. There is nothing too good to be said of T. E. Tatum, and his influence will live on till time shall be no more.
W. S. Long.
Gospel Advocate, February 26, 1948, page 214.
Tatum, Thomas E.
On January 27 Joe Burton and I conducted the funeral of Thomas E. Tatum at Hallsville, Texas. Brother Tatum was eighty years old. He obeyed the gospel early in life and began preaching at the age of eighteen years. He was a product of T. B. Larimore, having attended his school at Mars Hill, Ala. All who knew Brother Tatum believed him to be an honest, honorable, upright, Christian gentleman. He was a pioneer in the advocacy of homes for orphan children. Some of his first efforts began at the close of the last century, and he never ceased to teach and preach and write in the interest of the orphans. He was the sustaining influence in the little congregation at Collins Point, about six miles from Hallsville, and this congregation was a faithful and regular contributor to Boles Home. They are few in number, all poor, but last year they contributed upward of $140. Brother Tatum leaves a wife and several children to mourn his departure. I feel that the church has lost a valiant soldier; unfortunate children, a liberal helper; and Boles Home, as well as myself, a personal friend. I am glad that I have had the opportunity of knowing and being associated with T. E. Tatum here on earth. May God bless, help, and guide all his loved ones and friends in the paths of true Christianity that we may be able to meet our brother in the great beyond.
J. B. Nelson.
Gospel Advocate, February 22, 1940, page 191.
Tatum, Vetie
Funeral services for Mrs. E. B. (Vetie) Tatum, widow of the late E. B. (Tack) Tatum, were conducted by Charlie Duncan and Riley Moore at the home near Flatwoods, Tenn., at 1:00 P.M., Monday, November 19, and burial was in Dabbs Cemetery on Little Rockhouse Creek, twelve miles west of Hohenwald. Mrs. Tatum passed away Sunday, November 18 at the age of eighty-one years, eight months and eleven days. She was the daughter of the late Simeon and Elizabeth Smith and was born and reared in Lewis County, Tenn. She had been a member of the church since July, 1887, and had lived true to her confession to the end of her life. Even though she was hardly able to be up a full day for the past nine months, she missed the assembly on the first day of the week one time, and that was the Lords day prior to her passing. She is survived by three sons, Lee, of Wayne County, Tenn.; Loyd, of Flatwoods; and C. C., of Bowling Green, Ky.; one sister, Mrs. Estalee Sisco, one brother, E. G. Smith, thirteen grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild. In addition to these and other relatives, she leaves a large host of friends whose hearts are made sad by her passing.
B. G. Hope.
Gospel Advocate, December 6, 1951, page 782.
Taylor, A. H.
In the passing of A. H. Taylor, Belmont, Miss., the section including northern Mississippi and northern Alabama lost one of the oldest members of the church and a picturesque character. He was born March 15, 1844; died July 25, 1940. He was baptized early in life by his father, John Taylor, who was one of the pioneer preachers of that section, whose interesting career has been published in books of biography by both F. D. Srygley and H. Leo Boles.
A. H. Taylor was the father of fourteen children and sixty-one grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Seven of his children survive: Mrs. Lillie Hill, Mrs. Lela Hester, Jim Taylor, and Pete Taylor, of Russellville, Ala.; Mrs. Ann Black, Tuscumbia, Ala.; Will Taylor, Arkansas; and Johnnie Taylor, Belmont, Miss.
Brother Taylor was a Confederate soldier. He continued active, and did not cease hunting squirrels until the very close of his life. His body was laid to rest at Pleasant, Ala.
Sister T. C. Irvin, Nashville, Tenn., is a granddaughter. (Picture included)
Gospel Advocate, October 17, 1940, page 1001.
Taylor, Allen
It becomes my duty to record the death in the Advocate of old Brother Allen Taylor of Gum Springs congregation, Lincoln county, Tenn. Bro. Taylor was born March 12, 1809, died Dec. 30, 1887. He was a good citizen, good neighbor, father, husband and a good member of the church. In 1867 he invited the writer to come to his house and preach for his family, and neighbors, and to him is due largely, the credit of some good work in that community; a large and prosperous church soon rose, of which he was a long time an efficient member and worker.
His last words were Pauls language to Tim. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my work. There is a hope laid up for me; a crown of righteousness, for me and not only me, but all that love the appearing of the Lord.
Bro. L., leaves to mourn his loss a wife, several children, and many friends, but not as one who has no hope. May the Christian faith support them, while in the deep water through which they are called to pass.
W. H. Dixon., Petersburg, Tenn., Jan. 24, 1888.
Gospel Advocate, February 8, 1888, page 9.
Taylor, Alphard
Brother Alphard Taylor was born in Kentucky, but moved to Texas a few years ago. There he became a member of the Methodist Church. Moving from there to the Indian Territory, he settled on Rock Creek, near Ralmer, I. T., where the writer was holding a meeting. Convincing Brother and Sister Taylor of the error of their way, on the first Lords day in September, 1893, they were both buried with the Lord in baptism, and raised to walk in newness of life. He walked by faith from that day until he was compelled, under the monster death to depart from this life, which was in March, 1894. He left a devoted wife and four little children to mourn his departure. I will say to Sister Taylor, Weep not, dear sister, as those who have no hope. Remember, your loss is his gain. He has passed beyond the vail. We must each pass over the dark hour of death. Cheer up, dear sister. He is sleeping in Jesus, and the Lord will call him up together with all the faithful. Let us live so as to meet him again beyond this vail of tears.
G. T. Whitley.
Gospel Advocate, August 30, 1894, page 547.
Taylor, Annie Hue
Annie Hue Taylor born in Northwest Mississippi on February 10, 1895. She passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 1979 at the age of 84. She is survived by 9 children, 33 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. She was a member of the Antioch church of Christ near Coldwater, Mississippi.
Funeral services were conducted in Senatobia, Mississippi by two grandsons, Jim and Dennis Taylor, and a son-in-law, Ray Hawk. Burial was at Mt. Zion cemetery in Independence, Mississippi.
Ray Hawk., 1461 E. Chester, Jackson, Tennessee 38301.
Gospel Advocate, January 10, 1980, page 20.
Taylor, Austin
Austin Taylor died in Uvalde, Texas, January 1, 1973. A short funeral service took place the next day, with a small chorus singing several of his most famous songs. Brother Taylor was born on October 14, 1881, in Morgantown, Ky. He moved to Sherman, Texas in 1890 and started his music career. His most important studies were done at singing conventions in Dallas, Texas and in East Texas under Dr. H. R. Palmer of New York and Dr. H. N. Lincon of St. Louis. He began to write songs, publish books and entered in the singing convention circuit. Through his experiences in the teaching of singing schools he became the key influence of several well known song writers and publishers, such as Frank Grammer, Will Slater, and Albert Brumley. In 1919 he moved to Uvalde, Texas and spent much of his time leading singing for gospel meetings. Some of the well known preachers he lead singing for on a regular basis were Foy Wallace and Horace Busby. He became the music editor for the Firm Foundation Publishing Co. in 1911 and continued to edit song books for them for forty-five years. He has published well over fifty hymn books in his lifetime, many of which were done independently. His most famous book, Gospel Songs NO. 2sold over a half million copies in one year. There is a collection of over 225 songs that Brother Taylor has written and published in his lifetime. Many of his songs are well known such as Do All in the Name of the Lord, Closer to Thee, Love Made Me Free. Do You Praise and Thank Him. In 1946 Brother Taylor and Holland Boring Sr., helped Edgar Furr establish the Texas Normal Singing School in Sabinal, Texas. For twenty-six years he taught music and touched the lives of over 1200 men through his efforts in the school.
His instruction and encouragement led to the establishment of several music publishing companies. Some of his students founded the Hartford Music Co., in Nacogdoches, Texas, then it was moved to Arkansas.
These accomplishments only tell part of the life of Austin Taylor. He influenced the lives of everyone with whom he came in contact, and had a great love for the good quiet people. He always manifested a humble attitude toward song leading, simplicity in his music writing, and positive gospel truths in his song words. He always said that if a song did not teach some gospel truth, it was not worth much. It was difficult to get Brother Taylor to lead a song he had written. Several of his songs were written under pen names such as Jack Ross, Mamie Cole, and Dr. Philip Nimrod. Even though Austin Taylor was never a preacher, he has baptized thousands of people in his lifetime with his own hands, and the Lord only knows how many men have been led to Christ with his song messages and encouragement through his singing.
John Furr.
Gospel Advocate, January 25, 1973, page 62.
Taylor, Mrs. B. B.
On September 21, 1905, I was summoned to attend the funeral services of Sister Taylor, wife of Brother B. B. Taylor, of Lake Creek, Texas, who fell asleep in Jesus. Sister Taylor was born in Sandusky County, O., on September 30, 1840. Her parents moved to Kentucky, where she was married to Brother Taylor on February 23, 1858. They moved to Texas in 1859. Two sons and four daughters were born to them, all of whom are married and own comfortable homes in Delta County near their parents home. Sister Taylor was the first taken out of the family by death. She was the grandmother of thirty-one children and great-grandmother of fourteen. She had many friends and neighbors who, with loving hearts, weeping eyes, and tender hands, ministered to her wants. In 1862, while her husband was in the army, she gave herself to the Lord and ever afterwards lived a consistent member of Gods family, the church of Christ. She was a woman of strong convictions of right, with the courage to express them when necessary and race in her soul to express them aright. She was a good wife, a good mother, a good neighbor, and a good Christian; and she has gone to sleep, to rise to live forever. Bereaved ones, weep not as those who have no hope.
H. C. Booth., Commerce, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, October 12, 1905, page 655.
Taylor, Ben F.
B. F. Taylor was born September 9, 1860, and died June 20, 1950, being only from June till September short of ninety years. He was a member of the church of Christ for more than sixty years. His birthplace was near Supply, in Randolph County, Ark. He spent most of his long life near the place of his birth. He was married to Martha Ellen Moore in September, 1880. Sister Taylor lived a faithful Christian life and preceded him in death July 25, 1929. Two sons (Robert of St. Louis and Palmer of Neelyville, Mo.) and three daughters (Mrs. Arthur Hamilton and Mrs. E. A. Linn of St. Louis and Mrs. Joe Martin of Poynor, Mo.) survive him. The following is taken from the local paper at Doniphan, Mo.: Ben F. Taylor died Tuesday morning at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Arthur Hamilton, in St. Louis, where he had made his home most of the time for the past several years. Uncle Ben spent most of his life down near the state line near Poynor, Mo., where he served as justice of the peace for many years, and, before the infirmities of age slowed him up, was active in community and county affairs. A member of the church of Christ during most of his lifetime, he took a stand for what he thought was right, and never compromised. My first acquaintance with Brother Taylor was on a summer day in 1910 when I arrived at his home astride a bay mare which my father loaned me on which to make my rounds that summer. In the meeting that started that night I baptized a daughter-in-law, the wife of Palmer Taylor. At this time I was a young preacher. Brother Taylor was a friend of all gospel preachers, and I felt that he was especially so with us younger preachers. Some day, I am very confident, he will greet me again in that city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God. May God help me to be as faithful as I think Brother Taylor was.
T. W. Croom.
Gospel Advocate, April 5, 1951, page 221.
Taylor, Cecil Gardner
Cecil Gardner Taylor died March 18 in Jonesboro, Ark.
She was baptized by James A. Harding while attending the Western Bible and Literary College in Odessa, Mo. After graduating from David Lipscomb University in 1920, she taught at Harper College in Harper, Kan., for one year.
She was preceded in death by her husband, L. Earl Taylor, who was an elder at the Fisher Street Church of Christ in Jonesboro.
She is survived by one son, Dr. Trice Taylor, Charlottesville, Va.; one daughter, Marilee T. Pruitt, Jonesboro; two sisters, Gladys Taylor, Jonesboro; Lois Little, Siloam Springs; three brothers, Albert David, Arvado, Colo.; Tolbert Fanning, San Jose, Calif.; and Jasper Hannibal, Searcy, Ark.; two grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Harlan Hurd officiated over the funeral services. Burial was at the Croft Cemetery, Green County, Ark. The family requests that memorials go to Crowleys Ridge College in Paragould, Ark.
Gospel Advocate, July, 1992, page 37.
Taylor, Charles A.
On October 29 our brother in the Lord, a faithful preacher of the word of God, left this world to be with Jesus. The funeral services were held in Murfreesboro, Tenn., by Paul and Granville Brown and the writer. Brother Taylor, to all three, was known from our earliest remembrance of gospel preachers. He was nearing his seventy-seventh birthday but had not preached for about five days due to failing health. Those who knew his physical and mental condition during these last years would find it difficult to be sorrowful except in sympathy to the family. Yet it was said without exaggeration that during the early months of Brother Taylors illness he preached more gospel, even with a failing mind, than many who are in a state of good health.
Charles A. Taylor was known as the boy preacher. He began proclaiming the message of salvation at the age of fourteen. How many thousands will rise up to call him blessed only God can tell. Like Barnabas he was a good man, and full of the Holy Spirit and of faith. Hence, we honor him for his works sake, for he went about preaching the kingdom of God and doing good in many ways. He was sober and serious, honest and trustworthy, yet as Granville Brown pointed out, he could enjoy good clean jokes and clean fun along with his fellows. There was not one twinge of self-righteousness in him, and he hated sham and hypocrisy with a vengeance.
We knew Brother Taylor as a man, with weaknesses and frustrations and temptations, but one who always sought a way of escape from evil, and overcame because of the blood of the Lamb. As we searched the Scriptures for suitable texts to be read at the funeral, the most appropriate and fitting of all seems to be that text upon which Brother Taylor often preached a sermon which he called A Solemn Charge. In part the text is, I charge thee in the sight of Godpreach the word: be urgent in season, out of season. As brother Taylor went about preaching some were caused to say, Did you ever hear anything like it in your life? He spoke from notes, usually, and very rapidly. Preaching became as much a part of him as eating and sleeping. Some of us remember vividly hearing Brother Taylor preaching the truth, and showing the errors of Calvinism, saying as he summed up the evils of the doctrine, You can, and you cant; you will and you wont; youll be damned if you do; youll be damned if you dont. And often, after preaching rapidly for several minutes he would pause, and say, Now, isnt that right? And those who knew the Scriptures knew it was right. His heart and soul were in every sermon he preached. He believed Gods word, and looked forward to eternal service over there. He was one of the type now too seldom heard who hid himself behind the cross of Christ, and preached Jesus Christ and him crucified.
Brother Taylor was one of the co-founders of Middle Tennessee Christian School, now in its seventh year. He served as one of the first board members, and his love for children and young people caused him to give liberally and sacrificially toward its establishment. When he became unable to attend the meetings of the board he was voted to be a lifetime, honorary member.
Brother Taylor never wrote a book to this writers knowledge, nor did he ever engage in a public debate. He traveled in many States preaching the gospel. He also did local work with several different congregations, the last of which was Minerva Drive in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
As we think back over his lifes work the verses that seem so precious to his loved ones and friends are these found in Daniel 12: 2-3: And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt. And they that are wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever. Charles A. Taylor, as we knew him, was a loyal soldier, a persistent runner and a faithful steward of the Lord. (Picture included)
Virgil Bradford.
Gospel Advocate, November 28, 1968, page 767.
Taylor, Clyde Ellis
Clyde Ellis Taylor, 74, died May 19 at his home. Taylor served as an elder at the Batesville Church of Christ. He was active in personal evangelism and baptized more than 100 people.
Taylor is survived by his wife, Tena; three daughters, Clynese Harmon, Debbie Womble and LeAnn Beam; one son, Lowell; eight grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. The memorial service was May 21.
Batesville, Miss.
Gospel Advocate, August, 1998, page 45.
Taylor, Clydie
Sister Clydie Taylor, wife of George Taylor, departed this life on September 28, 1906. She was about twenty-eight years of age. She was the mother of one little girl, and the stepmother of two girls. Clydie was a good woman. She was a member of the church of Christ and worshiped with the congregation at Locust Grove, near Bradford, Tenn. Clydie leaves a mother, a father, two brothers, and one sister. To the bereaved ones I would say: Weep not as those that have no hope.
Gospel Advocate, November 15, 1906, page 736.
Taylor, Cora Emaline
With the passing of 1948, Sister Cora Emaline (Sain) Taylor passed to her eternal reward. Thus was ended a beautiful life in the service of God, her family, her friends, and all who knew her. She was taught to love the Lord and the church from childhood, and at the age of thirteen was baptized. Her sons (Tant, Marvin, and Lloyd), her daughters (Mrs. A. M. Chambers, Mrs. Lester Hilliard, Mrs. Fred Tapp, and Mrs. C. O. Dillard), and a foster daughter whom she reared (Mrs. Joe Henry), all became members of the church at an early age, and are among the most faithful Christians in the community. Sister Cora was born in Hardeman County, Tenn., where the family lived until about fifty years ago, when they moved to Macon, Tenn. They were instructed in the way of righteousness by the late J. D. Tant, for whom her oldest son was named. Her Grandmother Rose and my Grandmother Howell were sisters, and I have known and loved the family all my life. The life of Sister Cora was always filled with cheer and comfort, and she never lost an opportunity to point her friends and associates to the way of the cross. Jesse Fox of Memphis conducted the funeral service at Somerville, Tenn., where she lived with a daughter, and she was laid to rest beside her husband, who preceded her several years ago. Her influence will continue to live and bear fruit to the glory of God. Those of us who loved her will meet her over there if we continue, as did she, in faith and hope and love. God bless all who loved her and who are grieved in her passing.
F. O. Howell., 3385 Coleman Avenue, Memphis (12), Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, January 27, 1949, page 62.
Taylor, Edna Amerine
On May 20, 1922, the death angel visited the home of N. M. Taylor and claimed for its victim his beloved wife, Edna Amerine Taylor. Her maiden name was Gordon. She died with that dread disease, cancer. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband, two boys, and one girl. I would say to them: Weep not as for those that have no hope, for her loss is heavens gain. In the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing friends, T. D. Willis spoke words of comfort to the bereaved and of warning to the lost. Her remains were laid to rest in the Taylor town cemetery.
Her Niece.
Gospel Advocate, June 29, 1922, page 618.
Taylor, George Riley
George Riley Taylor was born in Franklin, Ky., October 26, 1859; died April 26, 1942, at his home in Coopertown, near Russellville, Ky. He was married in March, 1898, to Seba Geneva Whitaker. To this union eleven children were borneight daughters and three sons. He is survived by all of the children, twenty-two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. His fathers name was Luther Taylor, and his mothers name was Mary Overstreet Taylor. The funeral was conducted by the writer, in the presence of a large crowd of friends and loved ones, at the home. Brother Lloyd led the prayer. Mr. Taylor was not a member of the church, although he believed in the church of Christ.
Homer A. Daniel.
Gospel Advocate, July 23, 1942, page 718.
Taylor, Hope
Brother Hope Taylor was born in Stevenson, Ala., on February 9, 1895, and died at Riverside, Cal., on April 1, 1916. Just before leaving Bridgeport, Ala., in 1905, to come to California with his parents, he was baptized into Christ by Brother A. B. Blazer. Soon after reaching California the family located at Riverside, where they still reside. Hope was an obedient son, an affectionate brother, a bright student, a devoted Christian, a faithful worker in the church, and a young man of good prospects for useful service in the cause of Christ. It was his desire and purpose to devote his life to preaching the gospel of Christ, and for this noble calling he was ever striving to fit himself. Just a few months before graduating he had to give up high school on account of declining health. One winter he attended a Bible study at Santa Ana, during which time the entire Bible was read. He seemed able to learn the Bible with but little effort, and could recite the Outlines of Bible Study by G. Dallas Smith as readily as almost any one can recite the English alphabet. It seems strange that one so full of promise for good should be taken away in his youth; but God knows best, and it may be that he had use for in that better, brighter world above. A father, mother, one sister, and many relatives and friends remain to mourn his departure, but they sorrow not as others who have no hope; for he fell asleep in Jesus, and God promises to raise all such from the dead, and that they will be caught up in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so shall they ever be with the Lord. Wherefore comfort one another with these words.
G. W. Riggs.
Gospel Advocate, June 15, 1916, page 607.
Taylor, Ida
Sister Ida Taylor was born on October 29, 1874; married J. W. Taylor on December 29, 1896; and died on October 11, 1918; aged forty-three years, eleven months, and twelve days. Sister Taylor obeyed the gospel at the age of fourteen and had lived a life of unusual devotion to the cause of Christ for thirty years. The writer has known her intimately during the past five years, and has always found her as near the ideal Christian wife and mother as he has ever known. She was always regular at any and all services of the church and manifested a keen interest in its activities. She is survived by her father and mother, two brothers and one sister, her husband and five children. Brother Taylor is one of the most faithful and beloved of the Pulaski brethren, and has shown himself worthy to have had such a companion. Three of the children are devout Christians, the other two have not reached the age of accountability. One particularly sad feature of this death was that four of the children were seriously sick at the time and could not attend their mothers burial. Another sad echo of the influenza scourge that has just swept over us. The children have since recovered. After funeral services at the home by the writer, her body was carried back to Cornersville, Tenn., her girlhood home, for burial. Thus another happy home has seen its first great sorrow. May the Heavenly Father comfort them in their sorrow.
J. T. Clark.
Gospel Advocate, December 26, 1918, page 1246.
Taylor, J. F.
On Wednesday, March 23, 1921, another of our brave Confederate soldiers, my grandfather, J. F. Taylor, was called above. He leaves six children, besides a host of grandchildren and friends, to mourn his death. He has gone on to meet his beloved wife, who preceded him about six years. Grandfather was eighty-four years old. He obeyed the gospel some thirty-five years ago, and since had lived a devout Christian. He had been blind for twelve years, also had suffered with bronchial asthma for the past five years; but he bore these afflictions with cheerfulness, as becomes good Christians. I verily believe he fought the good fight of faith, and in that great day will hear, Well done, thou good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joy of thy Lord, and be reunited with the loved ones gone on before, where there will be no death, no pain, no sorrow, no crying, for the former things are passed away. While we mourn his death, we mourn not as those without hope, as we feel that he was well qualified to answer the higher call. Funeral services were held by Brother Paisley, of Henderson, Tenn. at the church of Christ at Dyersburg, and his body was laid to rest beside that of his wife in Fairview Cemetery.
Mary Lee Daniel.
Gospel Advocate, April 28, 1921, page 410.
Taylor, J. G.
J. G. Taylor was born June 28, 1855; departed this life April 12, 1940. He was married to Lou Pounds, March 22, 1875. To this union were born nine children, four girls and five boys, eight of whom survive; also thirty-six grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren. He obeyed the gospel in August, 1888, at Locust Grove, near Bradford, Tenn., F. F. Dering baptizing him. Brother Taylor became a charter member of the Pleasant View Church, near Bradford, and served as one of the elders until death claimed him. He attended the worship the last two Lords days before his passing. His was an unassuming and faithful life spent in the service of God. To know him was to be inspired to tell the story of Jesus faithfully and uncompromisingly. He wanted everything wrong to be exposed as plainly as God commands. The faithful in Christ will greatly miss him. The singing for the funeral service was ably done by H. A. Dixon and some singers from Highland Avenue Church in Jackson, Tenn. The floral offering was beautiful. The writer tried to speak words of comfort to the bereaved. May God bless them richly.
Jewell W. Norman., Benton, Ky.
Gospel Advocate, May 2, 1940, page 431.
Taylor, J. J.
J. J. Taylor was born on July 6, 1887, and departed this life shortly after two oclock A. M., Thursday, March 4, 1926. He was baptized by the writer on Sunday afternoon, November 13, 1921. From the time of his conversion he was a careful and diligent student of the Bible, soon proving his ability to lead. When the congregation was established at Chickamauga, Ga., where he has made his home for the past nine years, he was selected as teacher for the adult Bible class, and was also later chosen as one of the elders. In his death the Chickamauga congregation has lost one of its most influential members. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn his departure. Funeral services were conducted by Brother Paul Buchanan, of East Chattanooga, and the writer, from the meetinghouse of the church of Christ at Chickamauga, on Friday, March 5, in the presence of a very large audience. The body was laid to rest in the Chickamauga Cemetery. May the rich blessings of Heaven fall bountifully upon the grief-stricken family.
Aruna Clark.
Gospel Advocate, June 17, 1926, page 570.
Taylor, J. J.
In deep sympathy with the family we chronicle the death of Bro. J. J. Taylor. He was born June 11, 1853, died May 9, 1891, aged 37 years, 11 months and 28 days. He died at his home near Trenton, after a long and severe illness. All through his suffering, he was patient, and his whole soul seemed absorbed in the great beyond. He obeyed the gospel and was buried with Christ in baptism about fifteen years ago, and has ever since been battling in the great Christian warfare. We do not doubt that he is one of the number that will receive the reward, that is promised to those who obey the gospel and keep the faith and no doubt he will have right to the tree of life and enter in through the gate into the beautiful city.
J. W. McConnell., Trenton, Tenn., July 8, 1891.
Gospel Advocate, July 22, 1891, page 453.
Taylor, Mrs. J. W.
Mrs. J. W. Taylor, my mother, died February 24. She was eighty-three years old. She lived near Alpharetta, Ga., and was buried in Georgia. A faithful preacher from Atlanta, who had known my mother, and two of the sons conducted the funeral service. I made a short talk about my mothers faithfulness as a Christian. Flowers were sent by the church in Goulds, Okla., where I preach, and the Hollis church of Christ, and a number of churches where mother had lived in times past. Five sons and two sisters were present. One son was sick and unable to come. Mother had a part in starting a number of churches in communities where we lived. If there was no church in the community she insisted that a preacher come and hold a meeting. I did the preaching in two of these meetings. We have much for which to be thankful. We are very thankful to our heavenly Father for blessing us with such a wonderful mother. Our father died several years ago. He was an elder and a capable leader and teacher. We pray for strength to be faithful and to meet them on brighter shores and sweeter climes.
J. David Taylor.
Gospel Advocate, April 23, 1953, page 254.
Taylor, James David
James David Taylor was born at Morrison, Tenn., on March 6, 1847, and died at Tulsa, Okla., on July 12, 1929, aged eighty-two years, four months, and six days. On December 1, 1870, he was married to Martha Parmlee Farrell. To them seven children were born. All of them survive him. They are, in the order of their births: Mrs. Della J. Taylor, of Tulsa; Creed E. Taylor, of Neosho, Mo.; Miss Ellen A. Taylor and Mrs. Nint Roach, of Tulsa; James A. Taylor, of Neosho, Mo.; William A. Taylor and Horace O. Taylor, of Tulsa. Besides the companion of his life, the companion who journeyed with him for more than fifty-eight years, and the seven children born to them, Brother Taylor leaves behind eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A most remarkable thing in this family was the fact that the angel of death did not visit it until Brother Taylor himself was called home. Brother Taylor was baptized into the church of the Lord Jesus Christ more than sixty years ago, and lived a consistent Christian life ever afterwards. It can be said of him that he lived up to his sense of duty more than it has been given to most men by faith and by nature to have fidelity to do. Not many times until the close of his life did he fail to meet with the church for worship over all these sixty years he was a member of the church. His life leaves behind it the exemplification of the Scripture: 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. Brother Taylor was a reader of the Gospel Advocate for more than fifty years.
J. A. Hudson.
Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1929, page 957.
Taylor, James Lagett
James Lagett Taylor was born at Bell Green, Ala., September 27, 1884; departed this life April 12, 1938. He married Miss Ocie Tate at the age of twenty. One child was born to this union, Mary Bell. After the death of his first wife, Brother Taylor was united in wedlock to Miss Cora Sane. To this union nine children were born, seven of whom survive. Surviving are his wife, three sons (Tant, Marvin, and Lloyd), three daughters (Francis, Opal, and Janie), all of Warren, Tenn., and two married daughters (Mrs. Mary Bell Henry, of Somerville, Tenn. and Mrs. Casie Chambers, of Rossville, Tenn.). His aged mother is also left behind and three brothers and three sisters. He rendered thirty years of service as a member of the Macon Church. All of his children are members of the church, except the youngest. On Sunday night before his death the Lords Supper was brought to his bedside. His sons conducted the service. May these children never let anything sever them from the Lord whom their father served.
Mrs. Viola Solomon.
Gospel Advocate, Mach 2, 1939, page 215.
Taylor, Joe A.
Another one of Gods faithful and humble preachers has been called home. His trials and sorrows and disappointments are over. Joe A. Taylor was born April 20, 1881, and departed this life in Barnesville, Ohio, March 1, 1957. He was nearly seventy-six years of age. His parents were Albert A. and Emeline Jones Taylor. Brother Joe leaves to mourn his departure his wife, Nora Taylor, one son, Dr. J. Novvis Taylor, Asheville, N. C., one granddaughter, Mrs. Rosemary Summers, Muncie, Ind., and seven brothers, Frank, Elmer and Horace of Ohio, Fred and Arthur of Missouri, Luther of Michigan, and Edgar of California, and one sister, Mrs. Effie Acre of Arkansas. His son, Novvis, is a gospel preacher, and two of his brothers, Horace and Elmer. During his preaching career he served churches of Christ in the states of Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia and Florida in a located capacity. His meeting work carried him into many other states. Brother Taylor suffered a stroke three or four years ago. Since that time he has been unable to preach any. He was patient and cheerful. The funeral services were held in Barnesville, Ohio. The writer delivered the sermon. His mortal remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Woodsfield, Ohio.
Fred E. Dennis.
Gospel Advocate, March 28, 1957, page 205.
Taylor, John C.
John C. Taylor died at his home in Houston, Texas, following an emergency operation for appendicitis, August 22. Brother Taylor was born in Tennessee, November 15, 1894, and became a Christian and a preacher of the gospel early in life. The writer knew him very intimately, loved him dearly, and considered him one of the ablest Bible scholars and one of the most forceful preachers in the brotherhood.
Brother Taylor loved the Lord and his cause with a fervency which was unmistakable reflected in his daily conversation to all those who really knew him. Surviving him are his widow, two daughters, one son, three brothers, and perhaps two sisters. One of his brothers, Charles Taylor, is a well-known preacher, and is now minister for one of our fine congregations in Chattanooga, Tenn.
The writer tried to speak a few words of comfort to the family and friends, after which we laid his body to rest in a beautiful burial park in Houston. May God comfort the hearts of Sister Taylor and the children with the sweet promises of his word, and may the memories of Brother Taylor be sweet to them to cheer them through the years.
Luther Norman., Austin, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, August 31, 1939, page 821.
Taylor, John S.
Taylor, Marion
The older people are fast passing away. I here record the death of Brother John S. Taylor, who died at Lynchburg, Tenn., on January 21, 1916, in the eighty-fifth year of his age, and his brother, Marion, who died near there some two years before, near seventy-five years old. Both were born and grew to manhood near Lynchburg, remained unmarried, and spent most of their lives there. John, when barely grown, at the time of the gold excitement, went West, driving an ox team through the Rockies. He assisted in the formation of the State of Oregon; was twice a member of the Legislature; was urged to become a candidate for Congress, but declined to do so, having decided to return to his old home. This he did in 1875. In his young manhood he became a member of the Methodist Church, and lived faithful as such until some fifteen years before his death, when he identified himself wit the church of Christ. A man of a purer life and higher type
of a Christian gentleman I have scarcely ever known. Marion became a member of the church at Lynchburg in young manhood and was active in its work until a few years before his death, when business arrangements carried him to Lois, a few miles away, where, in cooperation with others, he assisted in the formation of the most excellent church there. The two brothers were much associated, had many traits in common, were both my friends fast and true, and I have associated them together in this sketch, a token of my love for them as Christian brethren.
J. D. Floyd.
Gospel Advocate, April 20, 1916, page 406.
Taylor, Joseph W.
Brother Joseph W. Taylor departed this life Dec. 8, 1894, at his home, Cave, White County, Tenn., aged 61 years, leaving a wife and nine children to mourn their loss. Brother Taylor obeyed the Lord about twenty-five years ago, and for about twenty years, up to his death, was a deacon in the church at Bethlehem. He was a zealous, good Christian, endeavoring to walk in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blamelessly, and by his godly life and that of his wife they led all their children into the Church of God, and they are all faithful and good Christians. Brother W. M. Taylor, his third son, a preacher of the gospel, is now located in Chattanooga, and preaches for the Highland Park church. Brother Taylor was a very industrious and enterprising man. He was active and liberal in building churches and schoolhouses. He was a kind and affectionate husband and father, a good neighbor, and generous and liberal to the church and to the poor. It is written: Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city. That we may all strive to reach that blessed immortality and eternal life, is my prayer.
O. F. Young.
Gospel Advocate, January 3, 1895, page 9.
Taylor, Julia
Sister Julia Taylor, of Huntsville, Ala., died on October 11, 1914. She bore her suffering patiently and passed away very suddenly and unexpectedly, although she had been sick quite a while. Her daughter, Miss Jimmie, who is a good, true, and faithful Christian girl, nursed her mother with loving hands all during her sickness. Sister Taylor was the wife of Brother J. M. Taylor, who passed over the river of death about twenty-four years ago. Sister Taylors remains were brought to New Hope, Ala., for burial, to await the resurrection morn. This was her old home. She had lived here nearly all her life, and was one among the first to obey the gospel at this place.
W. D. Ellett.
Gospel Advocate, December 10, 1914, page 1306.
Taylor, Laura C.
Sister Laura C. Taylor, wife of Thomas H. Taylor and daughter of William H. Shrader, died on June 20, 1915. Laura was born on May 29, 1881. She was married to Thomas H. Taylor on April 6, 1910, and proved a faithful wife to him and a mother to her three stepchildren. On October 26, 1905, she confessed her faith in her Savior and was baptized, and lived a devoted Christian until her death. She was sick two weeks, and bore her sufferings with patience. She leaves, to mourn her death, a heartbroken husband; three stepchildren; her father, William H. Shrader; her stepmother, Addie Shrader; one brother, R. G. Shrader; one half brother, Raymond Shrader; one half sister, Bertha E. Shrader; and a host of relatives and friends.
W. H. S.
Gospel Advocate, September 2, 1915, page 894.
Taylor, Lena Mae
Lena Mae, daughter of Brother and Sister J. M. Kidwill, of Watertown, Tenn., was born on October 28, 1894, and died on April 9, 1913. She became obedient to the faith under the preaching of the writer three years ago this coming October. She was married to Porter A. Taylor on September 17, 1911. She was of a quiet and modest deportment, a dutiful daughter, a lovable companion, an affectionate wife, and faithful Christian. After a short funeral service conducted by the writer at their home, her mortal body was laid to rest in the Taylor family graveyard at Laguardo, Tenn. To the bereaved ones we say: Weep not for her, as those who have no hope; you shall meet her again some sweet day.
George W. Farmer.
Gospel Advocate, August 28, 1913, page 836.
Taylor, Lottie
Died, at her home, near Maple, Texas, on July 5, 1896, Sister Lottie Taylor, after an illness of two weeks. She leaves one little boy four years old, an aged father and mother, brothers and sisters, and a host of warm friends, who can but sorrow over the loss of such a noble, Christian relative and friend, whom to know was to love. Thus one by one we are passing away. How consoling to the Christian is the thought that when a loved one is taken from us he goes in the triumphs of a living faith! To such Jesus has said, In my Fathers house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. O, brothers and sisters, let us stand firm in the faith once delivered to the saints, that when we are called from time to eternity it may be our happy lot, by the help and will of God, to enter into that rest that remains for the people of God, where we can meet with loved ones gone before, and sing songs of everlasting praises to him who doeth all things well.
A Brother.
Gospel Advocate, August 6, 1896, page 512.
Taylor, Mark
After many days of patient suffering, our brother, Mark Taylor, died, at his home in Stevenson, Ala., on Saturday morning, December 11, 1909. Brother Taylor was born at Heflin, Ala., and moved with his father to Georgia, where he grew to young manhood. In 1885 he came to Stevenson, Ala., and married Miss Ida Overdeed, daughter of Mr. J. J. Overdeed, of Flat Rock, Ala. He had lived for many years at Stevenson, Bridgeport, and Chattanooga, where he made many friends; and during his lifetime he won the love, esteem, and respect of all who knew him. Brother Taylor leaves a loving, kind, and faithful mother who is eighty-five years of age, a sorrowing and dutiful wife, and seven children to mourn his death; also one brother, G. A. Taylor, of Riverside, Cal. In obedience to the gospel of Christ, he was baptized into the one body two weeks before his death, having made the good confession while on his bed of affliction, and died in full assurance of the promise of that life which is eternal in the heavens, where all the redeemed of God will join in one happy meeting on the happy golden shore, never again to be parted. His remains were followed to their last resting place by a host of friends and relatives, where the funeral services were conducted by Brother Foster, of the church of Christ at Chattanooga.
W. J. Rorex., Stevenson, Ala.
Gospel Advocate, January 13, 1910, page 54.
Taylor, Martha E.
Whenever and wherever a soldier of the cross falls a victim to death, it is nevertheless true, Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Then it should not matter so much to a Christian when and where and how death comes. But to those left behind, death seems sadder in some cases than in others, viewing it from a human standpoint. So it appears in the death of our cousin and sister, Martha E. Taylor. She died Feb. 1, 1895, in the meridian of womanhood, leaving without a mother her helpless little ones, and a bereaved husband and many sorrowing relatives and friends. Still we are assured that all things work together for good to those who love God. Gods providence will be around the children, and His grace is sufficient for husband and relatives. Martha E. Dorris was born Oct. 27, 1855; about the age of twenty she obeyed the gospel and became a follower of the Lord. She loved His service, teaching her children His truth, so sing His praise, and to call upon Him in prayer. She was married to Calvin E. Taylor Aug. 20, 1882, for whom she made a faithful wife. It is consoling to be able to claim for her the promises of God.
E. A. Elam.
Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1895, page 222.
Taylor, Martha Watson
Sister Martha Watson Taylor was born, in Bedford County, Tenn., on July 10, 1840, and died, near Anderson, Izard County, Ark., on August 9, 1904. She was baptized into Christ, by Brother E. N. George, in August, 1882; she was married, to J. H. Taylor, on February 12, 1867. Sister Taylor leaves a husband, seven children, one brother, other relatives, and many friends to mourn their loss. They have lost a true companion, mother, sister, and friend; the church, a consistent member; and the community, a good neighbor. We sympathize with them in their loss. 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. Another good woman has gone to rest, and it is hoped that her example will ever live with her children and friends.
Gospel Advocate, September 22, 1904, page 602.
Taylor, Mary Anne
My mother, Mrs. Mary Anne Taylor, was found dead in bed at her home, Taylorsville, Tenn., on the morning of June 13, 1927. She was born in Lewis County on November 6, 1843, the daughter of James and Elizabeth Whiteside. She married C. M. Taylor on December 3, 1863, and to this union were born seven boys and four girls, of which five boys and four girls are living. Her husband preceded her to the grave by about twelve years at the age of eighty-seven years. Mother became a member of the church of Christ early in life, being baptized by Brother Robert Trimble. At the time of her death she was a member of the South Point congregation, which she was instrumental in establishing in 1899. She met at the Lords table her last day on earth. She was a lifelong reader of the word of God and the Gospel Advocate.
Jasper C. Taylor.
Gospel Advocate, October 20, 1927, page 1007.
Taylor, Mattie L.
Sister Mattie L. Taylor (nee Crowson) was born on December 24, 1835; obeyed the gospel and was baptized, by William H. Dickson, at Gun Spring, Tenn., in 1869; was married, to John A. Taylor, in 1870; and died on December 31, 1903. During her long illness she was cheerful and hopeful, always greeting her friends and loved ones with a smile. She told me more than once that she was ready and willing to die if it was the Lords will. Sister Taylor was a helpful wife, a devoted mother, a kind neighbor, and was always ready to make any sacrifice for the cause of Christ. She leaves a husband, three sons, and a great number of relatives and friends to mourn her death. To these I would say: Weep not as those who have no hope; she has gone to her reward.
Berkley, Ala.
Gospel Advocate, January 14, 1904, page 26.
Taylor, N. L.
N. L. Taylor, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Taylor, 1521 North Brents, Sherman, Texas, was born at Ringling, Okla., March 11, 1913; died in the General Hospital, Wichita Falls, Texas, following a relapse from influenza, December 22, 1934. For several months he had been making his home with his sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Webb, 8 South Fourth Street, Lawton, Okla. Four brothers (A. A., Chula, Mo.; R. E., Wilson, Okla.; F. W., Denton, Texas; V. L., Sunnyside, Wash.), and four sisters (Mrs. R. H. West, Gladewater, Texas; Mrs. Hewell Jenkins, Elk City, Okla.; Mrs. E. L. Skeels, Silverton, Ore.; and Mrs. Webb) survive. Brother Taylor was converted in 1927, and had a consuming desire to preach, which he had begun to do in an acceptable manner. His last sermon was at Elgin, Okla., one week before he took sick. He exerted a splendid influence among the young people of the church at Sith and Arlington, Lawton. He was with me the last days of his life, asking many questions about the greater values of life.
Thomas E. Milholland.
Gospel Advocate, February 21, 1935, page 191.
Taylor, R. C.
R. C. Taylor, sixty years of age, minister of the church at Phenix City, Ala., died at the City Hospital, Columbus, Ga., March 18, at 8:30 oclock, after a brief illness. Brother Taylor had made his home in Columbus for the past fourteen years, moving here from Fort Deposit, Ala. He had been the minister of the church at Phenix City ever since moving here. Surviving are his wife (Mrs. Vida Taylor), two sons (R. C., Jr., and Floyd, of Columbus), and two daughters (Mrs. R. C. Joyner, of Columbus, and Mrs. C. F. Warlick, of Huntsville, Ala.). Funeral services were conducted Sunday morning at 11 oclock from the church at Phenix City by the writer. Brother Taylor was meek, humble, and submissive; he was kind, thoughtful, and sympathetic; he was faithful, loyal, and obedient to the Lord. He sacrificed for the cause in this section. He worked with his hands to support his family, and preached the gospel to save souls. Brother Taylor was a Christian. His body was taken to Fort Deposit, Ala., where services were held at the graveside by John T. Smithson.
John H. Hines.
Gospel Advocate, April 9, 1942, page 355.
Taylor, R. E. L.
R. E. L. Taylor, following an illness of several months, passed at his home in Decherd, Tenn., Monday, October 25. For many years he had been a well-known gospel preacher, and had baptized a comparatively large number of people. His labors were for the greater part in conducting protracted meetings, but he had done some local work, including three years in Nashville. His illness attracted unusual interest, because of the fact that his wife, who has been ill for the past several years, and his daughter, who suffered a nervous breakdown while caring for the two of them, were the sole occupants of the Taylor home, and were all ill simultaneously for months. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday at 2 P.M., October 26, by E. Gaston Collins, Nashville, Tenn., and E. W. Stovall, Winchester, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, October 28, 1943, page 984.
Taylor, Reuben
Reuben Taylor, aged 47 years, died at his home, Worthington, Ky., Sept. 3, 1894. He was baptized at the age of 16 years, by Elder Crawford, and at the time of his death was a worthy member at Worthington. His father, Benjamin Taylor, was one of the pioneers of Kentucky, and a relative of Presidents Taylor and Madison. He leaves two sisters (Mary Eliza and Martha Elenora) to mourn their loss. They share the tender sympathies of many friends and neighbors. Sooner or later the summons of death will call us all to the judgment bar. Let us strive to meet our brother in the sweet over there.
James W. Zachary., Lexington, Ky.
Gospel Advocate, November 1, 1894, page 694.
Taylor, Robert O.
Robert O. Taylor, 65, of Chattanooga, Tenn., died Nov. 27, 1988, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Lou; two sons, Robert O. Jr. of Chattanooga and Steve of Knoxville, Tenn.; two daughters, Terry Ealy of Chattanooga and Susan Davis of Atlanta, Ga.; his mother, Bertha Taylor of Russellville, Ala.; a sister, Mattie Fuller, of Russellville; two brothers, Chester of Tuscumbia, Ala., and Curtis of Madison, Ala.; and five grandchildren.
Taylor served as an elder of the Red Bank Church of Christ in Chattanooga from 1965 until his death. He headed the mission committee for many years.
B. J. Barr, missionary from Sumter, S.C., and Steve Lusk, minister of the Red Bank church, officiated at the funeral Nov. 29. Bill Greer, minister of the Church of Christ at Soddy, Tenn., led congregational singing.
Gospel Advocate, February, 1989, page 50.
Taylor, Robert Russell
Robert Russell Taylor was born near Bradford, Tennessee, January 11, 1901. He slipped suddenly and serenely into the next world on December 18, 1971. He is survived by his wife, Vera Taylor, one son, Robert, Ripley, Mississippi, one daughter, Sue Henley, Lansing, Michigan, one sister, Dora Parham, Bradford, Tennessee, and five grandchildren. His last twenty-five years were spent in Lansing, Michigan.
Dual services were conducted for him at Lansing on December 20 and Locust Grove near Bradford, Tennessee, on December 22. Allen Killom of Lansing and Charles Houser of Fulton, Kentucky, officiated respectively at the two services. His mortal remains were laid to rest in the peaceful setting of Locust Grove cemetery. From this burial spot the writer surveyed most of the land Dad farmed for so many of his youthful years. He loved this land. He was a son of its soil. From it he obtained a living during the hard years of the depression when his children were small and an aged father looked to him for care in his final years.
Robert R. Taylor, Jr.
Gospel Advocate, February 10, 1972, page 85.
Taylor, Stephen
After an illness of only a few days, Brother Stephen Taylor died, at his home, near Fisherville, Ky., on Sunday morning, July 31, 1904. Brother Steve, as he was familiarly known and called by his friends, was one of our most faithful brethren worshiping with the congregation of disciples at Fisherville. During the four years of my ministry at this place I always found him to be quiet, courteous, conscientious, Christ like, in his demeanor. The highest meed of praise that I can offer now to his memory is to write that he was zealous to do the Lords will in all his appointments. On several occasions he caused my heart to rejoice by his words of encouragement and the constant expression of his faith in Jesus Christ and loyalty to his church. He was in the sixty-fifth year of his age at the time of his death. He leaves a devoted wife, one son, one brother (G. G. Taylor, of Detroit, Mich.), several grandchildren, and other relatives, to whom his life and name will always be a priceless memory. Brother H. N. Reubett and I conducted the funeral services at the home and at the grave. In thinking of his death we should ever keep in mind the words of the apostle Paul: But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.
Gospel Advocate, September 15, 1904, page 586.
Taylor, Velmer
Velmer Taylor of Gibson County, Tennessee passed away at his home after an apparent heart attack on November 21, 1969. Funeral services were conducted for him at the Skullbone Church of Christ November 22. The writer presented the funeral sermon. Brother Taylor had served as an elder for many years in the Skullbone congregation. His influence and good works will long be remembered. He was a faithful defender of the gospel and greatly encouraged those who preached the word. He is survived by his wife and four sons, Floyd, Horace, Fern, and T. J.
James E. Arrington.
Gospel Advocate, December 18, 1969, page 818.
Taylor, Viola May
Viola May Taylor was born at Corning, Ark., August 27, 1893 as Viola May Olive. She passed away near Mayfield, Ky., January 9, 1976. The inscription on her rock, We All Love You Mama May, shows that the love she gave is being returned because of the love she gave.
She was baptized at Knob Creek in 1907 by W. S. Long. She worshiped at Knob Creek, Lynnville, Cuba, Pilot Oak, and Bell City, Ky. John Hoover and William Hardison showed respect at her funeral and William Hardison said that Mama May always had a smile, she was humble, and she was content with what she had like Paul wrote in Philippians 4:11. May Taylor was buried in the Cuba church of Christ cemetery near her husband, P. W. Taylor, who passed away October 31, 1970. Her grandchildren came from Michigan, Tennessee and New Mexico.
Her children are Ina Lou Champion, Mayfield, Ky., Ruth Smith, Mayfield, Ky., Neva Doughtry, Farmington, Ky., Cornell Chavis, Farmington, Ky., Nina Sue Rees, Taylor, Mich.; P. W. Taylor Detroit, Mich.; Harold B. Taylor, Panama City, Fla.; and Robert E. L. Taylor, Memphis, Tenn. Also a stepdaughter, Maurine Whellis, Walled Lake, Mich.; and Allen Taylor of Cuba, Ky., a stepson.
My mother had good memories of pioneer preachers at Knob Creek, in W. S. Long, A. O. Colley, and F. O. Howell. Plus others as L. H. Pogue and Morgan Harland at Lynnville, KY. She saw Ira Douthitt in her younger days.
The wife of Robert Taylor, Jr., of Ripley, Tenn., wrote an article on An Ounce of Mother in a recent issue of Gospel Advocate. Mama May exercised many ounces in her sixty-eight years as a Christian. She spent her last three years at Paradise Friendly Home, Farmington, Ky., being a help to other elderly people who needed help. Her eighty-two years were well spent in Christian love.
Robert E. L. Taylor.
Gospel Advocate, June 17, 1976, page 399.
Taylor, Virgie
Mrs. Virgie Taylor, wife of H. M. Taylor, of Lebanon, Tenn., was born on December 29, 1880, and died on February 14, 1910. Sister Taylor was a member of the body worshiping at Bethany, Wilson County, Tenn., for twelve years. She was a true wife, mother, and friend, and died in the triumph of a living faith. She leaves a husband and four or five children to mourn their loss. Funeral from the home and burial at Cedar Grove Cemetery.
A. S. Derryberry., Lebanon, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, March 3, 1910, page 280.
Taylor, William Thomas
Taylor, Delila McClain
Brother William Thomas Taylor was born on March 25, 1833. He was married to Mandy Olive on April 13, 1851. To this union were born seven children, five of whom Brother Taylor and wife lived to see born againborn into the family of God. Brother Taylor and wife were devoted Christians, and lived and enjoyed the pleasures of this life in the sweet anticipation of meeting each other in that home which Jesus went to prepare, until February 5, 1894, when Sister Taylor had to bid adieu to all earthly scenes. In October, 1895, Mr. Taylor was married to Sister Delila McClain, who was born on May 23, 1833. These two old people lived happily together until the morning of February 23, 1910, when Brother Taylor was called to quit the walks of men. Brother Taylor and wife had both been in a helpless condition for quite a while, neither of them being able to give the other any physical attention; but their children and grandchildren and friends administered to their every want that was possible for loving hands to do. Brother Taylor and wife had lived in the church of God longer than the average life of man, and were ever ready and willing to give of their means to the poor and needy and to have the gospelthe power of God unto salvation to every one that believethcarried to the lost. Brother A. O. Colley conducted the funeral services at Knob Creek Church, after which the body was gently laid to rest by the side of his first wife in the Pinegar graveyard. On Saturday, February 26, 1910, just three days after Brother Taylors death, Sister Taylors earthly pilgrimage came to a close. The writer conducted her funeral services at New Hope Church on Sunday morning, after which the body was consigned to the tomb beside her first husband. May we ever be willing for God to lead us, guide us, and direct us until we shall be called to quit the walks of men.
L. A. Winstead., Latham, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, May 26, 1910, page 651.
Taylor, Z. A.
Brother Z. A. Taylor fell asleep at the house of worship in San Diego, Cal., on April 15, 1923. For several months he had suffered with heart trouble, but his faith in God and his word remained strong to the end. He was always ready to do what he could in every good work and was an encouragement to all who knew him. He leaves a wife and daughter, Mrs. Grace Miller, who reside at Ocean Beach. His son, Hope, an excellent young man and preacher, died in 1916. Brother Taylor was born in Randolph County, Ala., on May 15, 1861; married Mrs. Mary Wheeler, May 18, 1884; and obeyed the gospel in 1895. He was instrumental, with others, in getting Brother S. R. Logue to hold a tent meeting in Stevenson, Ala., which soon developed into a nice house of worship. The Taylor family came to Riverside, Cal., in 1905, where they were active and prominent members till they moved to Ocean Beach, near San Diego, in 1919. The congregation felt a distinct loss when Brother Taylor left us, but we all rejoice that he died in the harness, in the full assurance of faith. The writer conducted the funeral services here, and the body was then shipped to Riverside for burial, where friends and brethren laid him to rest, services being conducted by Brother G. W. Riggs.
E. N. Glenn.
Gospel Advocate, April 10, 1924, page 358.
Tedder, Elijah
Bro. Elijah Tedder died at his home, in Harris county, Texas, on Oct. 7th, 1887. Bro. Tedder was in his eighty-fourth year. He leaves an aged wife and two daughters, and many other relatives and friends to mourn his departure. Bro. Tedder lived a consistent Christian from the time he joined the church until he was called away. He was growing very feeble and almost blind, but he never complained but seemed perfectly resigned to his Fathers will. When we are called on to part with those we love how consoling the thought, They have gone to rest.
Harris county, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, November 2, 1887, page 703.
