History of the Restoration Movement

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

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Willis, Wiley
   Wiley Willis was born on December 26, 1875; obeyed the gospel early in life; was married to Miss Martha Ashburn on May 13, 1900; and died, of typhoid fever, on July 24, 1902.  I never saw husband and wife more equally matched, and their prospects for a long and happy life were very flattering.  Wiley was a young man of good judgment and ready decision.  He conducted an extensive farming and trading business, dealing with all classes, and never had any lawsuits or other business troubles; he was a man of few words; he had the confidence of all; he always had a kind word for everybody; and his wide-awake and undivided attention at the church services always inspired the preacher.  The truths of the gospel at times so touched his tender heart that his eyes would fill with tears.  His wife obeyed the gospel last year, and he was supremely happy.  How unnatural to know that one so young and strong is dead, while his grandfather, Brother William Ramsey (almost fourscore years old), lingers to sorrow, but not without hope!  My heart's desire and prayer to God is that great good may come to us all through this dark cloud of trouble.  God teaches some hard lessons, but when we learn of him, it is for our good.  He knows what is best.  Let the sorrow-stricken widow put her whole trust in Jesus.  "Be steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as you know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord."  She, with the father and mother, brothers and sisters, faithfully did their part in trying to prolong the life of Brother Willis, but all failed.  We all fail in this; our arms are too short, our wisdom is too imperfect.
W. P. Sims., Pelham, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, September 11, 1902, page 586.

Wilson, Lida 
  Miss Lida Wilson was born on July 6, 1880, and died at her home, near Woodbury, Tenn., on April 28, 1902.  She was confined to her room for more than three months, but she bore her sufferings very patiently.  At the age of thirteen years Lida obeyed the gospel, and lived an earnest, faithful, Christian life until she fell asleep in Jesus.  She was refined, dignified, and ladylike in her deportment.  All who knew her loved her, and those who knew her best loved her most.  Dear Lida has gone from us, but we have the blessed assurance that she has gone to that better world, to her reward.  I would say to her bereaved brothers, sisters, and friends: Dry your tears, and sorrow not, for she sleeps in Jesus.  It was hard to give her up, but we have the assurance that our loved one will have part in the first resurrection and enjoy eternal life in that beautiful city where sorrow never comes.
Ransom M. Elkins., Poplar Bluff, Mo.
Gospel Advocate, July 10, 1902, page 448.

Wilson, Mary
   Died at her residence, in Sherman, Tex., Sept., 29, 1886, our aged, and universally beloved sister, Mary Wilson, well known in four states, Kentucky, Tennessee, Louisiana and Texas, as a most earnest and worthy Christian woman, "full of good works, and alms deeds, which she did," throughout the period of her Christian life, which lasted more than forty years.  Sister Wilson was born in Kentucky, November 29, 1820.  On the 15th of September 1845, she married E. H. Wilson, of Texas, who at that time was a strong Baptist.  Caused to respect a religion, which had given him so good a Christian wife, he examined the ground of that religion, and soon became one of its strongest supporters.  Many years ago they moved to New Orleans, where they will be long remembered as among the firmest, and most self-sacrificing supporters of the Christian church.  After the death of Brother Wilson, a shock from which she never entirely recovered, Sister Wilson moved to this city, in which her daughters, Mrs. G. P. Mills and Mrs. H. O. Head, had resided for several years.  Here too, she was soon a member of our congregation, and a liberal supporter of that cause, which had been her staff and rod, in prosperity and adversity.  It was my privilege to visit her, during her last illness.  I found her ready for the change, her only solicitude being for her family.  Never, I believe, during my visits at her house, did she fail to manifest the same earnest solicitude for her children, mentioning ever, and often with tears, the only who was not walking with her in the good counsel.  She left them quietly, without a struggle, among her last words exclaiming sweetly, "I am almost home."  She leaves her two daughters, and sons, Turner and Sidney, and many relatives, friends and brethren, a glorious example, and the hope, that, by the grace of God, and being followers of her, even "as she also was of Christ," they may meet her in "the sweet bye and by."  Her remains were conveyed by her sons to Union City, Tenn., and buried beside her husband, and two sons, who preceded them to the grave.  Dear, good, benevolent, and loving sister, and yet not without trial and sorrow, thy rest has come. 
H. C. Dimmitt., Sherman, Texas.
Gospel Advocate, October 27, 1886, page 684.

Winstead, Samuel A.
   Brother Samuel A. Winstead was born in North Carolina on November 15, 1830.  At the age of four he moved into Weakley County, Tenn., where he has lived since that time till his sad death, which occurred on November 30, 1913.  He was a man of sterling worth to his community in every way possible, and more especially when it came to doing something for the Master's cause.  He has told me of long rides which he made in order to secure the services of some faithful preacher of the gospel to hold a few days' meeting in his district.  It is with sadness we chronicle the death of such men.  However, we are sure that the examples he has put before this generation will not die with him.  His influence will still live to bless humankind in the noble sons and daughters he left behind to mourn his departure.  There are seven children left, all of whom are members of the church.  It was a great blessing to the aged father to see all his offspring in the service of the Master ere he was called to go.  We should not weep as those without hope, for there are mansions in the yet to be in which happy associations will never cease and where departures will be no more.  We are promised in the word of the Lord that "if the earthly house of our tabernacle be dissolved, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."  We are confident of the fact that Brother Winstead is asleep in the arms of Jesus.  And now the blessed promise of God comes with balm for the wounded hearts in these words: "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."  He, then, is blessed for evermore.  His funeral was preached at Bible Union to a great throng of sorrowing friends and relatives.  One of the largest crowds that ever attended a funeral service there was present upon that occasion. Brother Winstead has bidden adieu to all that is earthly and passed into the narrow house whose doors never swing outward till the Son of man shall come in his glory.  Let us emulate his good deeds, his Christian disposition, his godly walk, and look over his mistakes and shortcomings.  He was an obliging neighbor, a noble citizen, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a true and upright Christian.
W. Claude Hall.
Gospel Advocate, December 26, 1913, page 1301.

Wood, James H.
   Mr. James H. Wood died at his home six miles from Irene, Tex., at 2 o'clock, P. M., Sept. 29th, 1885.  Mr. Wood was born in Cannon Co., Tenn., Sept. 19th 1827, and lived there until about six years ago, when he moved to Texas.  He was a member of the Christian church for many years, and lived in the discharge of his duty so far as we know.  He was a pious man, an obedient son to his parents, was a moral young man.  He made a true soldier in the Mexican war.  Brother Wood was captain of a company of soldiers in the Southern Army in 1860.  He seems to have always tried to help his fellow men.  His circle of friends and relatives are large.  He leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss.  We have had cause to mourn with them, but do not weep as those having no hope.  Blessed are they that die in the Lord for they shall rest from their labors.  May we all be prepared to meet Bro. Wood when we are called to go hence, where parting will be no more.
Sarah S. Shirley.
Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1885, page 712.

Wood, Polly T.
   By the request of her only surviving daughter, Mrs. M. L. Carnes, I record the death of sister Polly T. Wood, who departed this life July 2nd, 1886, at the house of Dr. Wade, her grand-son by marriage, at Weston, Texas.  She was the daughter of Uriah and Fanny York, and was born in Warren county, Tenn., Sept. 12, 1814; was married to Dr. D. F. Wood, March 1833.  They were blessed with a large family of children, most of whom obeyed the gospel quite young.  Six of them preceded their parents to the grave.  Dr. Wood was born Nov. 26, 1812, died March 1885, in Sparta, White county, Tenn.  They had spent most of their lives in Warren and adjoining counties.  Last September sister Polly went to see her son, S. R. Wood, who lives in Polk county, Ark.  There, in May last, she was taken seriously sick.  Her daughter, Mrs. Carnes, came to her from Texas, stayed with her till it was thought best to take her home with her.  She lived only a week after she got to Texas, surrounded by three of her children and many grand and great-grand-children.  Sister Polly obeyed the gospel forty years ago.  I have never known a better woman.  In all the relations of life as wife, mother and neighbor, she let the Christian graces shine out brightly.  All who knew her loved her.  We believe she has gone to that rest that remains for the people of God.  Dr. Wood obeyed his Savior in 1835.  For many years he was a zealous Christian.  His example and zeal as a Christian had much to do in causing the writer of this to become a Christian.  He was very kind and affectionate in his family and much devoted to the education of his children.  Through the cares of the world, the war and other things, he became lukewarm for a time.  But the last time I saw him he was very zealous for the cause of Christ, said he regretted that he had not always lived up to his high Christian privileges, and hoped to meet all his Christian friends where parting would be no more.  Let us all try to be ready to go when the Master calls.
W. B. Huddleston., Readyville, Tenn., July 12, '86.
Gospel Advocate, August 11, 1886, page 508.
Woodroof, Richard F.
   Early Friday morning, February 14, 1913, death, caused from apoplexy, removed from our midst Brother Richard F. Woodroof, of Nashville, Tenn.  He was born on December 2, 1849, in Rutherford County, Tenn. and was married to Miss Mary E. Bradshaw, of Wilson County, Tenn., on August 9, 1872.  There were seven children born to them, three boys and four girls, all of whom survive him.  All but one of the children were able to be present at the funeral services.  Brother Woodroof was baptized at about the age of eighteen, thus early in life entering into the Master's vineyard. Like those mentioned in the parable, he did not shirk the burden and heat of the day; but, unlike those, he was eager to see others enter even at later periods and receive all the reward the Master sees fit to give.  It must have been gratifying to him to see the most of his own children, one by one, accept Christ and begin in his service.
   Brother Woodroof was a carpenter and builder by trade, but he had a nobler calling than that.  Almost every Lord's day found him in the pulpit somewhere, proclaiming publicly the truth of God.  It may be lamented that he could not have turned loose his secular work and devoted himself exclusively to public preaching; but when we remember that "pulpit preaching" is not the most effective, but the kind the disciples did when scattered by persecution from Jerusalem, the kind Philip did when riding beside the Ethiopian eunuch, and the kind Priscilla and Aquila did when teaching Apollos more accurately, we are satisfied with his work.  It was this kind of preaching he did when he came down from the house with a fellow-workman convinced of his duty, baptized him, and went back to resume his work.  This silent, unobtrusive, plodding, faithful life is the kind that counts with God and leaves an impress upon the world for good.
   A large gathering of friends at the residence, among them a number of the preaching brethren, attested the esteem in which Brother Woodroof was held by the people who knew him.  May his wife and children feel resigned, and strive to act as he wished and now wishes them to act, that all may be well in the end.
S. P. Pittman.
Gospel Advocate, March 6, 1913, page 233.

Woods, John V.
   John V. Woods was born Feb. 14, 1803, departed this life at his home in Davidson county, May 3, 1885, aged 82 years, two months and nineteen days.  He had lived, a quite and moral life for many years, enjoying to a large extent the friendship, confidence and good will of all who knew him.  In Sept., 1884, he made a public confession of his faith in Christ and was immersed (by the writer) and was taken into the fellowship of the Hills Chapel congregation, near his home.  He said that he felt perfectly satisfied.  Afterwards on his death-bed expressed himself as ready and willing to go whenever it was the Lord's will to take him.  His funeral service was largely attended by a large concourse of his old neighbors and friends, thus manifesting the high esteem in which he was held by them.  May God bless and comfort the children and all who mourn his loss, and with all his ransomed host, through Jesus Christ, save them to the last, is the prayer of their friend and brother.
E. B. Cayce., Franklin, Aug. 7, 1885.
Gospel Advocate, August 29, 1885, page 536.

Woods, William R.
   On Thursday morning, June 8, 1916, the messenger of death entered the home of my dear father and claimed him as its victim.  William R. Woods was born in Hardeman County, Tenn., on November 21, 1841.  He was at the time of his death nearly seventy-five years old.  He was a faithful member of the church of Christ, having obeyed the gospel many years ago.  He died very suddenly.  While sitting in his chair talking to one of his sons, his sweet spirit quietly passed from this world of sorrow and affliction to one of perfect rest, peace, and love.  He leaves four sons and two daughters to mourn his death, his dear wife and our mother having preceded him to a better world just six short months before.  Dear brothers and sisters, let each of us so live that when the summons comes for us we can meet them and all be reunited again where separations shall be unknown.  
Daughter.
Gospel Advocate, September 28, 1916, page 982.

Wooten, Hattie
   We were pained to see announced in the Nashville American of March 4th, the death of sister Hattie Wooten, of Franklin, Ky.  She was about twenty, and was an exceedingly pleasant and interesting young lady, and an earnest young Christian.  She went, recently, to visit friends at Louisville, and, while there, was taken with pneumonia, which soon proved fatal, and carried her away from earth and friends.  She was amiable and pleasant in her associations, and all who knew her loved her.  We deeply sympathize with her mother, brothers, and sister, in their sad loss.  But surely in this case their loss is her gain.  Let all be faithful to the Lord in life, and they may meet her where parting will be no more.  
E. G. S.
Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1885, page 184.

Worley, Samuel Alonzo
   In the dispensation of God's providence the church at Isom, Tenn., has been called upon to part forever, so far as this life is concerned with another of its members.  Brother Samuel Alonzo Worley passed over the river on March 22, 1916, aged seventy-four years, four months, and twenty days.  He became obedient to "the faith" in the nineteenth year of his life and lived a faithful member of the Cathey's Creek congregation for more than fifty-six years.  During the last thirty years of his life he was an acting elder of this congregation.  He was married on December 14, 1865, to Miss Mattie Strong, who patiently lingers on this side of the river in full assurance of a happy reunion later on.  To them were born several sons and daughters, all members of the church of Christ.  As a student at Franklin College, he resigned to enlist as a soldier in the Civil War.  He served through those four years of duty, as he understood it then, and came out with a clean record.  Early in life, like Daniel of old, he "purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself" in sin--that there should be no blot upon his name.  Through his whole life this resolution was faithfully kept.  His associates in the army testify to his faithfulness to this principle and its effect upon them.  Four years of stainless service in the "lost cause" and fifty-six years of faithful, stainless service in the cause of the Lord--a cause that will never fail.  While Brother Worley was a gentle, modest man, he was firm in his convictions and steadfast always for the church and its teaching.  The many friends who assembled at his funeral, notwithstanding the cold, windy day, the tear-dimmed eyes and the words of commendation all indicated that he had not lived in vain, but that he was loved and honored by the people of his community.  "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; for their works follow with them."
J. S. W.
Gospel Advocate, July 27, 1916, page 763.

Wright, D. T.
   We notice the death of Elder D. T. Wright, of Chillicothe, Mo.  He had been unable to speak for almost a year.  When we first began work on the Advocate twenty-one years ago he was publishing The Christian Pioneer, Chillicothe, Mo.  He was a man of most excellent spirit, was of a gentle spirit, but firm in his convictions.  Had great reverence for the word of God, and faith in the Lord and his appointments.  He was true to the landmarks of the Bible.  He believed Christians could not fight, nor shed the blood of one another or of their fellowmen in the wicked strifes brought about by worldly ambition, worldly greed or the vain contentions of earthly powers.  He had a difficult time during the war, but maintained his integrity and continued under disadvantages to publish his paper.  When peace came a brighter prospect for him and his work seemed to open, but a convention took charge of his paper, turned him off and placed it in the hands of more showy men.  But none truer or purer than D. T. Wright have ever been connected with the press of any country.  So at least I think, and gladly bear the testimony to his modest worth.
D. L.
Gospel Advocate, October 20, 1886, page 663.

Wright, Josephine Price
   Miss Josephine Price Wright, last surviving child of Mr. and Mrs. Gussie Wright, died at their home near Grassland, Tenn., on September 29, 1902; aged twenty-six years, seven months, and twenty-one days.  Nothing so soon breaks up the peace and happiness of a family as the loss of one of its members by death.  It would seem that in this world of trial there is enough from other causes to distress and disturb; but this, the greatest of all, adds agony to sorrow.  A long-continued state of health causes us to forget our duty to God and our frailty.  So briety is exchanged for mirth; but when the unwelcome guest knocks at our door, enters in and lays his cold hand on one of the inmates, then all is changed.  Calm, quiet and deep thought now send a somber gloom over the household.  How unnatural is a life of levity to us who are measuring our steps daily to the grave!  Josie obeyed the gospel when nineteen years of age.  Her quiet, inoffensive life, her self-denial, and her untiring devotion to her aged parents prepared her for Death.  She saw him coming, but feared him not, saying: "I will be better off.  I have seen my three brothers pass away; I do not wish to live to see pa and ma die."  Sweet recollections of her will live in the memory of her loved ones; and may they even now by faith, look beyond the skies to her glory home and fondly hope to meet her again when life and its toils are over.  May God comfort all the relatives in their bereavement, especially the aged parents, whose hearts seem almost broken by the great sorrow which has fallen upon them.
A Friend., Grassland, Tenn.
Gospel Advocate, November 6, 1902, page 715.

Wright, William H.
   The church of Christ at Spring Warrior, Fla., has lost one of its faithful members, and the community has lost a true friend.  Brother William H. Wright was born on November 12, 1870, and died on February 1, 1902.  He was confined to his bed sixty-six days, but was never heard to murmur or complain about his afflictions.  He bore his sufferings with patience, and often said he did not fear death, for his way was clear.  He united with the church of Christ in 1898, and lived a true and upright life until death called him home.  By Brother Wright's death the church loses a faithful member; his wife and children, a loving husband and father; and the community, a good citizen; while he gains freedom from the sufferings and cares of this life and a home eternal with God.
H. C. Shoulders.
Gospel Advocate, June 19, 1902, page 399.

Wyatt, A. J.
   It is with sincere sympathy with his bereaved family that we chronicle the death of Bro. A. J. Wyatt, who died, after a short illness, near Dade City, Florida, April 22nd, 1886, aged 62 years, 1 month.  Thus closed a long, useful and happy life.  Bro. Wyatt was born in Bourbon county, Kentucky.  He united with the church in his sixteenth year, and to the end of his life was an earnest and devoted Christian.  He was educated at Franklin College under that excellent teacher and preacher Elder T. Fanning.  He became a successful teacher in Kentucky and Tennessee.  Many young men have gone forth into the Christian ministry from his school-room.  He moved to Union City about nineteen years ago, having been elected principal of the Union City Academy.  Last fall he went to Florida hoping that the climate would improve the health of his wife.  Bro. Wyatt was the senior elder of the Union City congregation.  To him we all looked for counsel.  He labored earnestly and efficiently in word and doctrine.  An example to all.  He was a man of more than ordinary mind.  He diligently labored to improve and use his talents for the benefit of his family and fellow men.  He was most happy in his domestic life, a devoted and considerate husband and father, "guide companion and friend."  He lived to see all his children added to the church and giving promise of useful lives.  Then while his eye was yet undimmed and before his natural strength was abated he passed from life in full assurance of faith.  The memory of his successful life, crowned by a happy and triumphant death, will sustain his bereaved family as they go onward to join him in "that land that is fairer than day."  Bro. Wyatt's faith in God was strong.  As we recall his bright and happy presence when, a few months since, he sat with us for the last time when the disciples came together upon the first day of the week to break bread "we fancy that we hear again his sweet strong tones as he sang his last farewell, "God be with you till we meet again."
T. B. O.
Gospel Advocate, June 2, 1886, page 344.

Wyatt, Rol
   "Uncle" Rol Wyatt was born on August 6, 1823, and died on February 3, 1916.  His wife, "Aunt Jack," died about two years ago.  To their union were born ten children, all of whom lived to be grown and nine of whom are still living.  All are married, and most of them have large families.  No family in Graves County, Ky., is better and more favorably known than the Wyatt family, a number of whom are devout members of the church.  Brother Wyatt obeyed the gospel after most of his family were married, together with his wife, and they were faithful attendants at Lebanon as long as they lived.  Brother Wyatt was a financial success.  When he came to Graves County many years ago, he was a share worker, but his great ingenuity won for him plenty of this world's goods, much of which he distributed among his children some years before the death of his much-loved wife.  Brother Wyatt was a dear lover and great indulger of children, and was familiarly known and much loved by every child in the entire country.  We have every reason to believe that Brother Wyatt's life was such that with him all is well.  May the generations after him so live that they will be prepared to meet him in the home of the blessed.
F. O. Howell.
Gospel Advocate, July 27, 1916, page 762.

Waddle, Elizabeth Tinsley

Mrs. Elizabeth Tinsley Waddle, of Celina, Tenn., wife of J. T. Waddle, born on May 21, 1859, departed this life on December 23, 1932, and was buried on December 24. She became the wife of J. T. Waddle about fifty-three years ago. To this union were born eight children, of whom only two daughters and one son are living. Her husband predeceased her one year and one month ago. Both of them were faithful, zealous Christians for more than fifty years. Brother Waddle, after serving the congregation at Cave Springs as elder for a number of years, moved to Pleasant Grove and served that congregation to the end of his life. Funeral services were conducted for both Brother and Sister Waddle by Brother W. L. Brown, of Celina, at the Tinsley graveyard.

Martin M. Dale.

Gospel Advocate, March 30, 1933, page 310.

Waddle, T. F.

On February 3, 1903, Brother T. F. Waddle died at the home of his son, John H. Waddle. Brother Waddle was born in Jackson (now Clay) County, Tenn., in 1837, and lived there until a few years ago, when he removed to Texas, and from there to this place. Brother Waddle became a member of the church of Christ about forty-one years ago, since which time he has lived a godly life. He believed in the Savior with all his heart, and trusted him for his promises. He was always ready to give a reason for the hope that was in him.

I. M. Fisher., Fort Gibson, I. T.

Gospel Advocate, July 30, 1903, page 490.

Wade, Bettie W.

Bettie W. Wade, wife of O. H. Wade, departed this life April 23, at the age of 25 years, 3 months and 4 days. She was born January 19, 1867, and married O. H. Wade January 6, 188_. She leaves three little childrentwo girls and a boya husband, father, sister and three brothers. She joined the Christian Church when quite young, and was baptized by Brother Bermem at Milford, Texas. She lived a pure Christian life, and we believe she will be one of those whom the Lord will bring with him when he comes. Let us so live that we will be ready when they come. Let us teach the little ones that mamma is not dead, but gone before, and that after a while there will be a happy meeting on the heavenly shore, where there will be no more parting.

Annie Mason.

Gospel Advocate, June 22, 1893, page 396.

Wade, Eliza Ann

Sister Eliza Ann Wade, wife of Robert Wade, was born on September 9, 1847, and died on July 1, 1926. She was married to Robert Wade on January 4, 1877. To this union were born seven children, three of which are still living. He husband, three children, one brother, one sister, and a host of other relatives and friends mourn their loss. She became a member of the church of Christ about 1867, under the preaching of her uncle, R. W. Michie. Sister Wade was highly respected and appreciated in her community She loved her home and was loved in her home. To know her was to love her. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. I would say to Brother Wade and the other bereaved ones: Weep not as those who have no hope, for some happy day we hope to meet Sister Wade in that city whose builder and maker is God, where they know no partings, no more sad good-byes, no more tear-stained eyes, but where we shall be happily reunited while the eternal ages roll on.

A. B. Gunter.

Gospel Advocate, November 18, 1926, page 1100.

Wade, E. J.

Wade, Matilda

E. J. Wade was born in Jesup County, Ga., on September 1, 1844, and died on March 31, 1926. He was buried in Friendship Cemetery, near Zolfo Springs, Fla. Just six months and twelve days from Brother Wades death his wife, Matilda Wade-- Grandma Wade, as she was called by every one that knew herdied. She was born in Marion County, near Ocala, Fla., on January 14, 1838, and died on October 12, 1926. She was laid to rest by the side of her husband in Friendship Cemetery. They were both baptized by the writer of this in February, 1924. Brother Wade was a good citizen, honest and straight in every respect. He had never made any pretensions to religion. I spent several hours with him in his home talking to him. His mind ran back to war times. He was a Southern soldier. However, I dealt with him patiently until he became interested in the teaching of the Bible. Grandma Wade had been a Baptist most of her life. She became interested from the beginning. She was very much interested about Brother Wade. They were both lovable characters. Grandma was an excellent woman. She was eighty-eight years old when she died. Grandpa Wade was eighty-two. I will tell of a very strange thing. They were both confined to their room, said they could not go any place; but when they made up their minds to be baptized, they both walked a quarter of a mile to be baptized, then walked about the same distance to church a number of times. Both were faithful unto death, leaving a testimony that they had no fear about the way being clear. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. They lived together about sixty years. There were four children born to them. I first met them at the home of their daughter, Sister Coker. Brother and Sister Coker were faithful in looking after them and seeing that they did not want for anything. So were their grandchildren, Mattie and Lee Coker. Brother Curd, of Avon Park, Fla., preached Brother Wades funeral, and Brother Sikes, of Avon Park, preached Grandmas funeral. The four children were all girls, and all live in Florida. All were good and faithful in seeing that their father and mother had the very best of care. I baptized Brother Cokers entire family during the same meeting. I baptized Brother and Sister Wade.

R. E. L. Taylor.

Gospel Advocate, March 3, 1927, page 213.

Wade, George R.

Our faithful brother in Christ, George R. Wade, son of John D. Wade and Eliza Wade, was born on October 24, 1851, near Mars Hill, Ala.; obeyed the gospel, at Mars Hill, in 1871; married Miss Elizabeth M. Myers on December 24, 1876; and died, at Iron City, Tenn., on February 7, 1917. Few men knew him, I think. He was my friend from the days of his youth to the day of his death. We hauled brick and did other manual labor together. He was my pupil, I baptized him and married him, and had many opportunities to know him exactly as he was; and I cannot now recall even one improper thing I ever heard him say or saw him do. I have neither right nor inclination to say anything better about him now than I said while he was living here, nor shall I ever presume to do so. In Florida, eleven days before he died, in Tennessee, I mentioned him, in a sermon, as a model man, and related a characteristic incident in his life, as an illustration of practical Christianity. He was then sick unto death, but I was not aware of his sickness; and, while I was talking about him, he said to his sorrowful wife: Are you not glad we have always lived as Brother Larimore prayed we might when he married us? May the Lord always abundantly bless all the bereaved friends and loved ones our beloved brother left here when he went into the fathomless depths of the blissful beyond.

T. B. Larimore.

Gospel Advocate, April 26, 1917, page 422.

Wade, John E.

Brother John E. Wade was born, in Bedford County, Tenn., on April 10, 1838, and departed this life, at Oxford, Ark., on August 24, 1904. He was born of water and of the Spirit on August 18, 1904, and died rejoicing in the full assurance of everlasting life. Believing the promise of the Savior, He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved, he said he was not afraid of death. He leaves a wife and three childrentwo sons and one daughterto mourn their loss, but they mourn not as those who have no hope. They hope to meet him in that land where there are neither tears nor parting. Then let us all strive to enter into the everlasting rest prepared for those that love and obey our Heavenly Father.

B. F. Garner., Oxford, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, September 15, 1904, page 586.

Wade, O. O.

O. O. Wade was born, at Waidsboro, Franklin County, Va., on October 27, 1873, and died, at the home of his brother, C. R. Wade, at Woods Valley, Tenn., on January 15, 1904. He was a practicing physician, and was one of the most promising young men I have ever known. He was kind and courteous in manner and had many friends. During his stay with us he always willingly attended, as a physician, the poorest class of people, from whom he could never expect pay for his professional services. He will be greatly missed, not only by his relatives, but by the entire community. He leaves an aged father and mother, who live in Virginia. We know not where he shall spend eternity. We know he is in the hands of his Maker, and shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? May we all strive each day to fashion our lives like unto the glorious gospel of the Son of God; and as we approach the tomb, may we draw nearer the cross of Christ.

Melvin Foster.

Gospel Advocate, February 18, 1904, page 106.

Wade, Sarah Ann

Sister Sarah Ann Wade, widow of Brother John Wade, died on December 25, 1906. She was born on April 24, 1826. She was born anewborn of water and of the Spiritduring young womanhood, and lived an exemplary Christian life for about sixty years. Fifty-one years ago she became the wife of Brother John Wade, of Iron City, Tenn. Brother Wade has been dead for about fifteen years. Sister Wade spent the greater part of her widowhood in blindness, losing her eyesight soon after her husbands death. The old Wade home near Iron City is one of the landmarks of that section of country. It was a home for gospel preachers for many years. With the youthful efforts of Brother T. B. Larimore in that community forty years ago began the dawning of a brighter and better day for the people of that community. It was a new birth for them. Since that time there has been a good, true, loyal congregation of disciples there. Brother and Sister Wade were charter members of that congregation. Sister Wade was the second wife of Brother Wade, thus becoming the stepmother of Brethren John Wade, George Wade, and William Wade, and Sister Sarah Bromley. She is the mother of Sisters Chappell McQuiddy, Mollie Myers, Emma Stutts, and Mattie Carden, all of whom are good, true Christians after the apostolic pattern. In the family burying ground near Iron City her body rests by the side of her husband, waiting for a glorious resurrection in her Saviors image.

C. E. Holt., Florence, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, February 28, 1907, page 142.

Wagner, Delbert

Delbert Wagner, an elder in the Barbour Church of Christ passed away Nov. 9, 1982 at Memorial General Hospital in Elkins, W. Va., after a long illness. He was 79 years old. He was a coal miner, farmer, truck driver and lumberman; but in all of his varied activities he considered his work for the Lord to be the most important in his life. He never believed that living a Christian life was a duty, but a privilege to serve.

Leaving school at age 13 and working with his father in the coal mines to help support a large family, hindered him from receiving a formal education; but his knowledge of the Bible showed that he spent many hours in study and self improvement.

He was baptized into Christ by C. W. Holley at Belington, W. Va., in August, 1941. At age 38 he immediately began to serve the Lord with zeal and determination. In 1947 at the Mount Liberty congregation he became an elder, the minister at the time was Denver Cooper who was also called upon to conduct his funeral service.

The Mount Liberty congregation is now the Barbour Church of Christ where he continued his role as elder in the new congregation that was established in 1966.

He became interested in Youth Camp work and Vacation Bible Schools which were practically unheard of in the area at the time. He was instrumental in establishing the first Barbour Christian Youth Camp about 18 years ago (now West Virginia Christian Youth Camp). He was very pleased that congregations in Barbour County revived the Youth Camp work, and the Barbour Christian Youth Camp was re-established two years ago.

He had a great influence on people in the area, and this became more evident with the large crowd at the funeral home and funeral services at the church. He encouraged me to be an elder in the church and told me I would never regret taking on this enormous responsibility.

He is survived by the writer, four daughters: Mrs. Neva Poynter, Mrs. Delma Thompson, Mrs. Doretta Holbert, Miss Ruby Wagner and by his faithful wife of 60 years, Cora Booth Wagner whom he married Sept. 30, 1922. There are nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. One grandson is deceased.

Russell C. Wagner.

Gospel Advocate, January 6, 1983, page 30.

Wagner, George Frederick

My father, George Frederick Wagner, was born near Irving College, in Warren County, Tenn., on March 16, 1854. During early life he obeyed the gospel of Christ and became affiliated with the Hebron congregation. He was later chosen and appointed as one of the elders of said congregation, and sustained that relation to the church as long as he lived. So far as I know, he lived a life above reproach. He taught all his family to fear Jehovah. Though he has gone the way of all the earth, we sorrow not as those who have no hope, for we comfort ourselves with the thought that he being dead yet speaketh, and the influence of his clean, Christian life will live for many generations and be the means of leading others to the Lamb of God, that taketh away the sin of the world. Fathers health began failing about two years ago, and the end came peaceably on October 11, 1926. On December 10, 1879, father was married to Mary Cardwell. To this union eight children were bornfive boys and three girls. All are yet living, except one boy who died in infancy. Mother died on April 10, 1909. On May 23, 1911, father was again married to Mrs. Cynthia Boyd, who remains with us to mourn his death. He is survived also by two sistersMrs. Nancy Deakins, of McMinnville, Tenn., and Mrs. Laura Bonner, of Viola, Tenn.

Thomas J. Wagner.

Gospel Advocate, February 3, 1927, page 119.

Wagner, Joseph

Joseph Wagner was born in Erath County, Texas, November 24, 1884; died at Junction, Texas, February 22, 1946. Survivors include two sisters (Miss Lily Wagner and Mrs. Floyd Daharsh, of Junction) and three half brothers (Len Wagner, of Menard, and Tom and George Wagner, of Hext.) Mrs. Daharsh is a member of the Junction Church, Mr. Wagner never married, but devoted much of his life to caring for an invalid sister. He was an honest, kindhearted, unassuming gentleman, who never got around to obeying the gospel in its fullness. In the presence of many friends of the deceased, the writer conducted the funeral services at Junction.

Walter W. Leamons.

Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1946, page 334.

Wagner, Thomas J., Sr.

Thomas J. Wagner, Sr., veteran gospel preacher, died in Lebanon, Tenn. Funeral services were held at the College Street church in Lebanon by John T. Smithson and Athens Clay Pullias. Burial was in Wilson County Memorial Gardens. Brother Wagner was born in Warren County near McMinnville, Tenn. He attended Burrett College at Spencer, Tennessee. He had preached the gospel more than fifty years. He served churches in Rockwood, Waverly, Hopkinsville and Manchester, Tennessee. For six years he was minister of the College Street church in Lebanon and for five years he preached for the Russell Street church in Nashville, Tennessee. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Sue McAfee Wagner of Lebanon; one daughter, Mrs. Prewitt Owens, Hopkinsville, Ky.; two sons, Dr. G. Max Wagner, Glasgow, Ky., and Thomas J. Wagner, Jr. of Lebanon; two sisters, Mrs. Lee Hillis, and Mrs. Sallie Boyd of McMinnville, Tenn.

W. K. Johnson.

Gospel Advocate, September 29, 1966, page 623.

Wagner, William J.

My brother, William J. (Bill) Wagner, who had been a patient sufferer for almost a year, passed quietly and peaceably on October 17. He was born August 3, 1890, in Warren County, and spent most of his life within a stones throw of where he lived the last years. He was the fifth of seven children. Father, mother, and one brother had preceded him to the dividing line. About a quarter of a century ago he was added to the church. He held membership with the church at Old Hebron, at Irving College, Warren County, Tenn. He was faithful and always at his post of duty, ready to do anything in the service that he was capable of doing. As best he could he filled the place of our father, who was an elder in that church for a longer time than I can remember. Bill was married to Minnie Whittenburg soon after he obeyed the gospel, and there were five children born to themfour boys and one girl. No one could have been more patient and faithful during the entire sickness than his wife. He leaves behind to mourn his death his wife and five children, two brothers, and three sisters.

Thomas J. Wagner., Hopkinsville, Ky.

Gospel Advocate, November 16, 1939, page 1095.

Wagner, William Samuel

William Samuel Wagner, of Wilberton, Okla., died April 2, 1943, and was buried at Nola, Ark., Lords-day afternoon, April 4. Brother Wagner was born February 28, 1889. He was married July 4, 1909, to Etta Lou Enis, and to this union ten children were bornthree girls and seven boyswho are all living and were all present at the funeral. Brother Wagner obeyed the gospel in 1915. He was strong in the faith and an active worker in the church. Besides Sister Wagner and the ten children, Brother Wagner leaves one granddaughter and a host of relatives, brethren, and friends. This writer preached the funeral sermon.

Voyd N. Ballard., Booneville, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, May 13, 1943, page 450.

Wagstaff, Alice

It becomes my painful duty to record the departure of Sister Alice Wagstaff, wife of Brother John P. Wagstaff, of Lynnville, Tenn., who died on February 18, 1915. For more than a year she had been an intense sufferer, at times hovering between life and death, and then rallying as though she would gain the victory over the disease which was destined to claim her at last. She was taken to the famous Mayo Brothers, of Rochester, Minn., where she underwent a most serious operation. After returning home she improved rapidly, and gave promise of being fully restored to health. Butalas!how quickly can hope be nipped in the bud and joy turned into a deep night of sorrow! The decline set in and gradually wore out the earthly life of our sister. I knew Sister Wagstaff when she was a young lady, before her marriage to J. P. Wagstaff, with whom she lived happily until her death. She was a Miss Higdon, daughter of Dr. D. K. Higdon, of old Lynnville, in whose home I was often entertained in the beginning of my ministry. As a young lady, she was thoughtful, kind, and hospitable in the highest degree. I have spent much time in her own home since her marriage, and the same spirit of kindness and Christian hospitality was always manifested. She was gentle in disposition, and possessed one of the kindest and most sympathetic hearts I have ever known. The poor always found in her a true friend, ever willing to lend a helping hand in times of need and distress. Her devotion to the church was marked by a spirit of liberality and punctuality. It is said that she never missed a service unless providentially hindered. She was popular with all, rich and poor, learned and unlearned, and great is the number who mourn her death. At the early age of fourteen years she was baptized by Brother W. H. Dixon, and the church was her home until the Lord said: It is enough, come up higher. Our sister was born on January 31, 1860; was married on June 24, 1884; and bade farewell to loved ones and all earthly things on February 18, 1915. She leaves, beside her devoted husband and two children, Clyde Wagstaff and Mrs. Annie Clements, a host of friends and relatives to mourn their loss. The light of the home has gone out because wife and mother cannot be heard to speak in the gentle and loving tones which fall like the soft

Gospel Advocate, May 13, 1915, page 479.

Wagstaff, John Puryear

John Puryear Wagstaff was born on March 10, 1850, and departed this life on October 10, 1918. Funeral services were conducted from the home by Brother Paul Slayden. He was married to Miss Alice Higdon on June 24, 1884, and to this union were born two children, Clyde and Annie, who survive both mother and father, the mother having preceded her husband to the portals beyond. I had the pleasure of baptizing John P. Wagstaff more than twenty years ago. I was in his home a great deal, and knew him in his home life as well as in the church and in the community. Brother Wagstaff was a matter-of-fact man, and absolutely free from pretense, show, and deception of any kind. He was faithful, true, and loyal in all the relations of life; a devoted husband, an affectionate father, true to the church, and loyal to his friends. No one ever doubted the honesty and uprightness of John Wagstaff, and his word was his bond. His fellow citizens regarded him in the fullest sense a true man, one on whom they could always depend with absolute, confidence. He and his good wife were possessed with that spirit of hospitality which has made the Southland famous the world over. To be in their home was simply to be at home. I dearly loved this sturdy man of God, and feel sure that I never had a better friend. Such men are greatly missed in the church and community, but our loss is their eternal gain. What a rich legacy he has left to his children, relatives, and friends in that nobility of character which blesses the world! I sorrow at the thought of seeing him no more in the flesh, but live in the hope of meeting him again in the bright beyond.

F. W. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, May 8, 1919, page 448.

Wainright, Allen J.

Mr. Allen J. Wainright was born on May 6, 1836, an departed this life on January 24, 1920. Funeral services were conducted in the church of Christ by Brother Hardeman. He was married to Martha Evans on April 15, 1860. To this union eleven children were born. Four daughters and three sons, with an aged wife, survive him. He united with the church of Christ at the age of seventeen, and lived a true, faithful, Christian life to the end. He is gone, and our hearts are so sad and lonely; yet we would not call him back to this land of suffering and sorrow. We know that this life is but as a day in which to prepare for that bigger, broader life beyond the grave, and heaven will be brighter to us by the blessed assurance of his being there.

Mrs. C. H. Emison.

Gospel Advocate, March 4, 1920, page 230.

Waite, Mackie Phillips

At 8:30 P.M., April 9, 1910, Sister Mackie Phillips Waite, of Normandy, Tenn., passed through the portals into the eternal abode. She was born on December 30, 1864; was married to George E. Waite on August 18, 1887; and, with her husband, obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of Brother F. B. Srygley, in October, 1893, and from then until her death. She lived a consistent, Christian life. She was of a very kind and affectionate disposition and unusually practical in her views of life. She had been frail for a number of years and for four months was a great sufferer, but withal was patient and resigned. Brother Clyde Gleaves conducted the funeral services at Wartrace, Tenn., the large crowd present indicating the esteem in which she was held. My prayer is that Gods grace may sustain the sorrowing ones.

J. D. Floyd.

Gospel Advocate, May 19, 1910, page 622.

Waits, James A.

On November 20, 1970, James A. Waits departed this life in Crawford-Long Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia, as a result of a recurring heart ailment. Born on March 21, 1892, he was 78 years of age. Services were conducted by the writer at the East Point church building on Sunday afternoon, November 22, with J. V. Copeland assisting. He is survived by his wife, former Myrtice Childers, a son, James A. Waits, Jr., five grand-children and two great-grand-children.

Brother Waits was baptized into Christ on July 25, 1913, by O. D. Bearden and soon after became active in the Lords work. He began preaching about twenty-five years ago as the need and opportunity arose, at the same time continuing at his regular work with the Georgia Railroad, from which he later retired with the rank of inspector. Most of his preaching was in the Greater Atlanta area, with his longest tenure occurring at the Fairview church in Stockbridge, Georgia, where he labored for thirteen years, serving also as an elder for six years of this time. At the time of his death he was a member of the East Point church where he was the teacher of the Sunday morning senior Bible class.

Highly respected as a humble Christian gentleman, James A. Waits was firm, forgiving, and loving. His faith in God and his word was unwavering.

H. A. Fincher, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, February 18, 1971, page 111.

Waits, Zada Patricia

Zada Patricia (Bland) Waits was born October 14, 1932. She was the first child born to the family of Brother and Sister E. F. Bland. She was born in Allen, Okla. In the early part of 1945 C.L. Wilkerson was conducting a meeting in Porterville, Calif., during which meeting Patty obeyed the gospel and was baptized by Tillman Prince. She finished high school in the spring of 1949 in Porterville. On February 16, 1950, this writer united her and Lloyd Waits in marriage at the Woodville church of Christ building in a formal church wedding. (It had only been a few weeks since Lloyd had obeyed the gospel.) It was on the afternoon of March 5, about 1:30, that the young couple was involved in a car wreck, and Patty was fatally injured. She passed away about 7 P.M. the same day. This writer, assisted by Will M. Thompson and I. L. Smith, conducted the funeral services. One of the funeral directors said that it was the largest funeral they had ever had. As a girl, she was pretty; as a bride and wife, she was most lovely; regarding character, she was pure; and respecting life, she was a Christian.

L. W. Mayo.

Gospel Advocate, March 23, 1950, page 190.

Wakefield, L. E.

There is nothing that casts such a shadow of sadness and gloom over a community as the death of one of its best citizens. Such was the state of our town July 4, when it was announced that Sister L. E. Wakefield was dead. The subject of this article was born August 15, 1854, and was united to Brother I. N. Wakefield in the sacred bonds of wedlock Nov. 1, 1869. She obeyed the gospel and became a member of the Church of God under the preaching of Brother Isaac T. Reneau the same year, soon after her marriage, and departed this life July 4, 1894. Precious in the eyes of the Lord is the death of his saints. Oh, how consoling to know that when friends and loved ones can render no further service, when we start down in the valley of death, there is one that cares for us! Such was the happy condition of this good woman, who has peaceably and quietly fallen asleep in Jesus, and passed on to join the innumerable company just over the way. For many years she was almost an invalid, but notwithstanding this she was true to the Master she loved. She often attended the worship when others, had they been in her condition, would have remained at home. She was a loving wife, an affectionate mother, and a devoted Christian. She was always ready to help those in need, and had the pleasure of seeing all of her children, except the youngest, become obedient to the faith. Her devoted husband, three sons, and three daughters, with many relatives and friends, are left to mourn their loss. But we sorrow not as those who have no hope, for we confidently expect to meet her in the sweet by and by, where sorrow and partings will be no more. To her husband and children we would say, Be ye faithful as she was, and it will not be long before you will be permitted to join her in the climes of unending bliss. May the Lord help us all to be truly humble and faithful.

W. H. Carter., La Fayette, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, August 2, 1894, page 487.

Wakefield, Mathew Washington

Bro. Mathew Washington Wakefield was born in Spencer county, Ky., Dec. 22, 1822, and died Oct. 24, 1892, so that he was nearly 70 years of age when he died. He was brought up in Spencer county, and lived there the greater part of his life. He joined the Christian church at Waterford during his early married life and was a member of that congregation when he died. The writer of this notice has been intimately acquainted with Bro. Wakefield for a number of years, and it give him great satisfaction now that he is gone to say that in all these years nothing has ever occurred to mar our friendship or interrupt our Christian fellowship. Bro. Wakefield had many excellent qualities. His home was the preachers home, and the preacher always found a hospitable greeting at his threshold. He was liberal in the support of Christianity, and as prompt in his attendance upon the worship as his health would allow. He ever seemed to enjoy being with the brethren in their assemblies of worship. Almost always when I preached in his presence tears would suffuse his face and sometimes his feelings would give expression in passionate weeping. He was affectionate in his disposition and could not harbor ill feeling toward any one. His sympathies were deep, but easily aroused, and they were quick in expression. He was a man that loved everybody and everybody loved. Like all other men he had his faults, but unlike most men no one was more conscious of them than he, and no more willing and prompt to confess them. We do most sincerely sympathize with his family in this hour of deep grief and bereavement. May God be to them even more than an affectionate husband and loving father was or could have been.

G. G. Taylor.

Gospel Advocate, March 30, 1893, page 203.

Wakefield, Narcissus

On March 29, 1911, the pure spirit of Sister Narcissus Wakefield was called from her earthly home to that bright home eternal in the heavens. She was a daughter of John Brooks, and was born in Jackson County, Ala., on June 2, 1851. She was married to Brother A. J. Wakefield in Benton County, Ark., on December 20, 1874. To this union one child was bornMinnie, who is a good, true, Christian girl. Sister Wakefield obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Bush, father of A. J. Bush, in 1878, at Bowser, Texas. The family moved to San Angelo, Texas, in 1905, where they lived until her death. Sister Wakefield was a true Christian. It grieves us to know that her place is vacant in the church. She leaves a husband, a daughter, and a host of friends to mourn for her; but our loss is heavens gain.

J. D. Shipman.

Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1911, page 498.

Walden, Jasper M.

Jasper M. Walden was born on January 20, 1859, and passed from this life on February 28, 1919. Brother Walden became a member of the Christian Church at Log Lick a number of years ago, since which time he had lived in the faith and had made his impress upon the hearts and lives of those with whom he had associated. He was the father of three children. On June 11, 1906, he married Lizzie Ireland Rash, who survives him to mourn his departure. May God comfort the bereaved wife and children and heal the broken hearts of all the relatives and dear friends. The writer conducted services at the home on Sunday afternoon.

O. D. Maple.

Gospel Advocate, April 24, 1919, page 396.

Waldron, Elizabeth E.

Died of over heat, at her home in Rutherford county, Tenn., Aug. 8, 1888, sister Elizabeth E. Waldron. Sister Waldron was born in the State of North Carolina, in the year 1823; was married to William P. Waldron Dec. 6, 1838. She confessed her Lord and was baptized by Bro. James Caldwell in the year 1871, and united with the Rock Springs congregation. From that time till God our Father called her to cross over the river of death and receive her reward for her earthly labors, she lived a devoted Christian. I can say nothing greater in this tribute of respect, than to say they were earnest and devoted disciples of Christ. She leaves a husband and seven children to mourn their almost irreparable loss. All of her children except one belong to the Christian Church, one a preacher. She was a kind companion, a loving mother, a good neighbor, and one of the very few that lived long and died without a known enemy. They we can say, Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord from henceforth, yea saith the spirit, they rest from their labors and their works do follow them.

J. W. Hailey., Nolensville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1888, page 14.

Waldrop, Derry Walker

Derry Walker Waldrop was born September 23, 1896 in Alabama and passed away after an extended illness, September 19, 1974. He resided in Richmond, Calif., 2900 Barrett Ave., for more than forty years. He was married to Ruth ODell July 23, 1921. To this union two children were born.

He served for some time as an elder of the church in Richmond, and taught a Bible class most of the time. Perhaps there is no other home which has been given more to hospitality than the home of Derry and Ruth Waldrop. He was a member of the United Garment Workers Union 131 in San Francisco.

He is survived by his wife, Ruth, and his daughter, Geri, Trost of El Sobrante, Calif., and two granddaughters, Christi and Brittney Trost. He is also survived by three sisters: Mrs. Addie Pierce of Shawnee, Okla., Mrs. Una Harris of Oklahoma City, Okla., Mars. Agnes Coffman of McAllen, Texas, and two brothers: Fred Waldrop of Abilene, Texas and Forrest Waldrop of Marshall, Texas. Funeral services were conducted in Richmond by the writer, September 22, and burial was in Sunset View Cemetery, Berkeley, Calif.

Sherman L. Cannon.

Gospel Advocate, October 17, 1974, page 671.

Waldrop, Lola Eugenia

Mrs. Lola Eugenia Waldrop was born at Folkville, Ala., September 21, 1874, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Wilhite. Her husband, W. W. Waldrop, to whom she was married September 24, 1890, at Lacon, Ala., preceded her in death February 14, 1920. A son had gone before too, as a casualty of World War I. She lived out a useful life of seventy-seven years and seven months, coming to her final rest on April 21, 1952. Sister Waldrop became a member of the Lords church on her sixteenth birthday and gave sixty-two fruitful years to the service of Christ. One of her sons, Forrest Waldrop, is a faithful gospel preacher, and one daughter, Mrs. W. E. Coffman, is the good wife of another gospel preacher. Most of the other children are faithful and active in the church. Her service in the church in Shawnee has been more than many knew, because she wanted it that way. She loved the truth and let it be known where she stood. Her contributions both spiritually and financially were a great help in this city and will long be remembered by those who knew and loved her. Other children besides those mentioned above are Gree L. Waldrop, Derry Waldrop, Mrs. Addie Pierce, Mrs. Una Harris, Freed Waldrop, and fifteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services were conducted by the writer. She was laid to rest in the Fairview Cemetery at Shawnee, Okla.

Frank L. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, May 22, 1952, page 342.

Walker, A. C., Jr.

A. C. Walker, Jr. was born at Wheeler Station, Alabama, February 17, 1886. His father, Alexander Campbell Walker, Sr., born at Grangemouth, Scotland, was named after the gospel preacher, Alexander Campbell. Through his mother, he was a great-grandson of another gospel preacher, A. B. Walthal, of Virginia. His son, Fred B. Walker, is a highly esteemed gospel preacher and teacher in Nashville, Tennessee.

Brother Walker was married to Mattie Elizabeth Bynum, of Scottsboro, Ala., June 21, 1911. To this union were born four children: Mrs. (Mamie) C. L. Chandler, Jr. (deceased); Fred B. Walker, Nashville, Tenn.; Mrs. Mildred W. Ross, Valparaiso, Fla.; and Howard A. Walker, High Springs, Fla.

He and his family moved to Florida in 1924. He served as city Tax Assessor of Lakeland, Fla., 1926-1942. Form that time until he retired at age 79 in 1965 he was employed by the Motor Vehicle Department, State of Florida, in Tallahassee, Florida.

Brother Walker was a tireless worker for the Lord. He was an elder of the Lake Wire church, 1925-1942. He was one of the first elders appointed in the Gadsden Street church in Tallahassee, and served in that post until he moved to Nashville, Tenn., in 1969. For most of his adult life he was a Bible class teacher. He did considerable part time preaching in Polk County, Fla., serving the church at Bartow for two years. He baptized a number of persons and preached a number of funerals.

From May 1969 until his death on January 10, 1970 he was a resident of the Jackson Park Christian Home, Nashville, Tenn. Up until just a few weeks of his passing he attended the Chapel Avenue church in Nashville, where his son, Fred, is the local evangelist.

As the scriptures speak concerning Abel, so might it be said of A. C. Walker: He being dead, yet speaketh. His godly life, compassionate and cheerful spirit, his uncompromising dedication to truth, his zeal for and dedication to the Lord and his church, his great love for his family and for the church, his sublime faith: qualities which abounded in him during his lifetime; exercised tremendous influence for good throughout his generation, and shall continue so to do.

Funeral services were conducted from the Gadsden Street church in Tallahassee, Fla., by the writer and Gordon Teffeteller. Interment was in Memorial Gardens in Tallahassee.

Yarbrough Leigh.

Gospel Advocate, March 12, 1970, page 175.

Walker, Brents B.

On February 7, 1910, at his home, near Cave, White County, Tenn., Brother Brents B. Walker, son of J. T. Walker, of Dunlap, Tenn., reached the end of his earthly life and fell asleep in the Savior of men to await the resurrection of the pure and the good. He was born in Bledsoe County, Tenn., and grew to manhood in that county. He was educated at Spencer, Tenn., completing his education in the spring of 1902. In the fall of 1902, together with his fathers family, he moved to Dunlap, Tenn., and lived there till March, 1909, when he moved to Cave, Tenn., where he entered the merchandise business, remaining there till the day of his death.

Brother Walker and Sister Lena Moore were united in marriage on June 14, 1906, and lived happily together till separated by the cruel hand of death.

Brother Walker obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother L. R. Sewell at Bethel, Tenn., in August, 1897, and lived a consistent, devoted, Christian life. He was a devoted son, brother, and husband; a kind, courteous gentleman; a good citizen; and earnest, humble, faithful follower of the Son of God; and a loyal preacher of the gospel. He was a good man. His life was clean and pure and his influence was uplifting, and we have a strong hope of meeting him in the home of those who are faithful to God in this life. We have labored together in this valley for the past five or six years, and he was always faithful and true. I loved him and miss him, but I am sure he is at rest.

Brother Walker leaves behind him, to mourn their loss, a wife, father, mother, brother, four sisters, many relatives, and a host of friends. His life was short, but it was spent in the service of God, and was rich in good works and faith toward God. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God in peace.

Charles Holder.

Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1910, page 571.

Walker, Brents B.

The death of our friend and brother, Brents B. Walker, which occurred on February 7, 1910, at his home, has cast a shadow of gloom over our community, showing well the high esteem in which he was held by all who knew him. His was an unusually sad death, owing to the short time he has been spared to carry forward his chosen work of lifepreaching the word of Godhe being only twenty-six years of age, thirteen of which were spent in the service of God, and five years in telling the story of salvation to others; but if the Almighty, in his infinite glory and wisdom, has seen fit to call forth his servant to reap the reward of his labors, why should mortal man complain? Our hearts are melted with sympathy for the young wife who has been permitted to walk the pathway of life only a few short years with her beloved husband. Though the sustaining arm and guiding hand of her trusted companion, who so faithfully sustained and guided her during the short time of their married life, be absent, she may in memory live again those happy days spent together, when love ruled supremely, causing their lives to shine as an example of peace, joy, and happiness. To the father and mother, over whose head the frosts of many winters have placed a crown of silver, this is a crushing load of grief, and we admonish them to be consoled by the honest, upright, Christian life their son had lived, and to trust, as their long and useful lives have taught them, in the reward the gracious Creator has promised those who so faithfully march beneath the blood-stained banner of Truth. To the brother and sisters, whose hearts are filled with sadness because God in his wisdom has called him from our midst in the prime of life, we say: Be not despondent in your grief, but remember that all things work together for good to them that love God, in whom he had such implicit faith. While we shall all miss his counsel and sympathy in our daily walks of life, his memory will ever be a source of encouragement and solace, and we will continue to cultivate the seed of righteousness he has so firmly planted in our midst. To the wife, the father and mother, the brother and sisters, we extend our sincere sympathy.

Cave, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 17, 1910, page 343.

Walker, Calistine

Calistine Walker was born Jan. 20, 1829, and departed this life Dec. 5, 1893, aged 64 years, 10 months, and 15 days. She was the mother of fifteen children, six of whom, with her husband, preceded her to their last resting-place. She obeyed the gospel at old Berea, Marshall county, Tenn., about 1850, under the preaching of J. K. Spear. She manifested considerable regret that she could not be at church, and while the writer does not claim perfection for her, and realizing her imperfections and misgivings, it was always a pleasure to him in her presence to obey the apostle when he said, Entreat the elder women as mother; and notwithstanding the cherished memories of my boyhood days would speak her praise. She was a faithful wife and devoted mother, and lived to see all of her children who survive her in the churchseven sons and two daughters, all grown. Just a few days before she died she expressed the gratitude of her heart for having been permitted to see them in the vineyard of the Lord. Notwithstanding her limited education she was well versed in the Bible, and few women possessed stronger convictions of right. She leaves two daughters and seven sons, and many grandchildren, neighbors, and friends to mourn her loss. But they should not sorrow as those who have no hope. Seeing she discharged her duty faithfully here a little while, she will wear the crown blissfully over there forevermore. Then let me say to her children, one and all, Imitate her worthy example through life; discharge your duty as Christians here.

J. M. T. White., Thick, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, January 18, 1894, page 45.

Walker, Charles William

Charles William Walker was born in Todd County, Ky., on December 23, 1851, and died on Saturday, May 6, 1916, at the home of Mr. H. A. Ramsey, near Farmers Hill, on the Russellville road, following a runaway accident in the discharge of his duties as mail carrier on Route No. 4. In early life he moved to Russellville, Ky., and made his home with his aunt, Mrs. Hester Kurtz. He graduated at Bethel College, under Professor Wagner, in 1874, and began his life teaching school, his first school being at Ash Spring, Ky. He was married to Miss Hattie Wells in February, 1878. Unto this union four children were borntwo sons and two daughtersMorton and Guy, Bessie and Duvey. He professed faith in his Lord when a young man and united with the church of Christ at Bethany, near Olmstead, Ky., being baptized by Brother E. G. Sewell. He was a member of Pluto Lodge, No. 65, Knights of Pythias, of Adairville, Ky., and had been in the employ of the government for eleven years. He is survived by his widow and all their children: three brothersL. K. Walker, J. N. Walker, and J. T. Walker; and four sistersElsie Walker, Mattie Walker, Mrs. Jessie Fletcher, and Mrs. Ella Wade, of El Paso, Texas. Father made a good link for the endless chain, which is the plan of all nature. If we, his children, can so live as to duplicate that link, there will be a happy reunion some day in the land where God will wipe away all tears. It is not so sad, after all, when one is prepared to go, like I know he was, because we have these

comforting words: And I heard a voice saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. (Rev. 14:13.) Sorrowing mother, brothers, and sisters, God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble; and we know his life to be not like unto a snowdrop on the rivera moment white, then gone forever, because he has left a monument to his memory that will outlive us all.

W. M. Walker.

Gospel Advocate, June 22, 1916, page 631.

Walker, D. Ellis

D. Ellis Walker died at 88 Aug. 6. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eloise, in 1982.

Walker was a retired minister, with more than 70 years of preaching service. He worked with congregations in Dickson, Tenn.; Montgomery, Ala.; Centerville, Tenn.; New Orleans; Longview, Texas; Sparta, Tenn.; Martin, Tenn.; Richmond, Va.; Ripley, Miss.; Jacksonville and Gainesville, Fla.; Lewisburg, Tenn.; Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; and Cullman, Ala.

Walker, born in 1907, was baptized at 12, entered Lipscomb University at 16, and preached his first sermon at 17.

Walker wrote for the Gospel Advocate and traveled for the GA in the early 1940s.

He conducted gospel meetings for congregations and spoke in lectureships at Lipscomb, Faulkner University, Southern Christian University, Freed-Hardeman University, Florida Christian College, and other schools.

Walker is survived by three daughters, Clara Garner, Percye May Cagle, Patricia McGehee; one son, David Walker; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Jacksonville, Fla.

Gospel Advocate, December, 1995, page 44.

Walker, Ed

Brother Ed. Walker is with us no more in person. He suffered for some time with that dread disease, consumption. He was born on September 15, 1874, and died on September 24, 1907. He was married to Miss Ollie Theadford on November 5, 1899, with whom he lived happily till death separated them. This union was blessed with one son. The wife and son sustain an irreparable loss in the death of husband and father. He was kind and courteous to all and had many friends who esteemed him highly. Brother Walker leaves, besides wife and son, two brothers and two sisters to mourn his death. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother T. A. Smith, at Locust Grove, near Bradford, Tenn., in August, 1906, and was a consistent Christian and a member of that congregation till death. We will miss him much, but our loss is his gain. We hope to meet him where death will be feared and felt no more. May the rich blessings of our Heavenly Father rest abundantly upon his little family, and may the wife and mother train little Giles up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.

J. L. Holland., Greenfield, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, November 21, 1907, page 750.

Walker, Emily

A mother in Israel has fallen asleep in the LordSister Emily Walker, wife of James E. Walker and daughter of Thomas S. Barnes. Sister Walker was born on August 7, 1855. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of N. G. Jacks in 1874. She was married to James E. Walker by Brother Jacks, and to this union eleven children were bornthree boys and eight girls. Two girls and one boy preceded her to the spirit land. Sister Walker died on December 31, 1916, entering into the peaceful slumber that will be broken when the Lord shall come to awaken the dead in Christ. She was a most excellent Christian wife, mother, and neighbor. It can truthfully be said of her: The law of kindness was in her tongue. She was loved by all who knew her. She will be missed by all, but most of all by Brother Walker and her children. The writer tried to speak words of encouragement and comfort to the family and the friends that attended the funeral services at Ellington. The remains were laid to rest in the Ellington cemetery, there to await the resurrection morn.

R. G. Sloan.

Gospel Advocate March 15, 1917, page 275.

Walker, Mrs. J. C.

Mrs. J. C. Walker, of Statham, Ga., passed away at her home Thursday night, March 4, 1943, at 10 oclock. She was born in Lumpkin County, Ga., April 4, 1866. She is survived by three children: Mrs. J. M. Martin, Miami, Fla.; C. W. Walker, Weirsdale, Fla.; Mrs. L. L. Hollis, Statham, Ga. She leaves behind her twenty-two grandchildren and many great-great-grandchildren. For several years she had made her home with Brother and Sister Hollis. For several years she was a member of the Baptist Church, but upon hearing the truth preached, she took her stand with the church which we read about in the New Testament, and lived faithfully until her death. Services were conducted in the meetinghouse of the church of Christ here in Bogart, Ga. Many friends were present to pay the last tribute to the one they loved and appreciated. Sister Walker was a loving mother and a God-fearing woman. All who met her learned to love her. Brother and Sister J. S. Holland, of Chester, S. C., were here because of their close friendship.

B. C. Hogan., Bogart, Ga.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1943, page 287.

Walker, Mrs. J. C.

Mrs. J. C. Walker was stricken with paralysis on May 9, 1920, and died the next day. She had been in bad health for some time. Sister Walker was the mother of ten children, three of them preceding her in death. Her life was filled with home duties and she made a helpmate indeed for Brother Walker. Her children followed the example of their mother in being members of the church. All the children except one are grown, and four of them are married. A large crowd attended the funeral services, which were conducted by the writer of this. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Tuscumbia, Ala.

H. M. Phillips.

Gospel Advocate, May 27, 1920, page 534.

Walker, J. J.

Brother J. J. Walker was born on December 16, 1826, and died on November 9, 1906, having reached the age of almost eighty years. In early life he developed a character of truthfulness, honesty, and sobriety. I knew him more than fifty years ago, and have been with him a great deal for the past forty years. I never knew a more moral or industrious man than he. He was kind and tender-hearted. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother L. R. Sewell a few years ago, and lived a consistent Christian until the Lord took him home. He and I were close friends, and I miss him very much. He left a wife, three sons, and two daughters to follow on by and by.

C. H. Clark.

Gospel Advocate, May 16, 1907, page 319.

Walker, Mrs. J. N.

Sister Walker, the wife of Brother J. N. Walker, of Memphis, Tenn., has passed into her eternal home, after having suffered much in the flesh. She was born in 1861, in Penola County, Miss. She was reared in the Methodist persuasion, but, having learned the error of her way, obeyed Christ some ten years back, under the preaching of Brother John Dodd. This dear sister, while naturally a frail being, was at all times cheery in disposition, and a visit in her home was always pleasant and good for the guest. I believe she gave me the greatest encouragement of any of my friends on earth. I loved her and have often visited her home after my removal from Memphis, and every time she sent me away glad. But what she said and did for me was done and said to many. I think of her as at rest with the Lord, freed from cares and sorrows. Just such good, pure, noble women as I believe her to have been are the kind that dwell with the Lord forever. I pen these lines in sorrow; but we sorrow in strong hope that our dear friend and sister will be blessed throughout eternity. As to Brother Walker, I do not consider that Memphis has a better Christian. I pray our Heavenly Father to bless him in his loneliness beyond all we may ask or think. May he live many more years to serve the one he has been serving for many years, and in the end may he join his companion to praise the Lord forever in his heavenly sanctuary.

J. W. Dunn.

Gospel Advocate, September 14, 1916, page 934.

Walker, J. T.

In giving a report of the recent passing away of Brother J. T. Walker, of Dunlap, Tenn., I know of no more fitting words than to use those expressed by his aged companion. It was on the eighteenth day of June, 1854, that he was first permitted to see the light of day, and on the seventeenth day of March, 1925, as the western sun was lowering toward the distant horizon, that he breathed his last, in full completion of his threescore years and ten upon this earth, with a beginning on borrowed time. He obeyed the gospel call in early life, making a life of obedience in the Christian faith of more than one-half a century. He became the life companion of me, Martha M. Beene, on October 18, 1875. To this union seven children were added by virtue of their birth, two of the number preceding him to the unseen to us. Funeral services were conducted by Brother Charles Holder, of Bridgeport, Ala., in the presence of a large and attentive audience, after which his remains were laid to rest in a parcel of ground annexed to our town cemetery. The foregoing are the exact words of his aged life companion, she who knew him best. And, after all, what more can be said than that he was obedient to the faith? Yes, Brother Walker has gone from us, but truly it can be said of him that his works will follow. He leaves behind him his aged wife, four daughters, one son, and a number of grandchildren. The children are: Mrs. H. P. Payne, Mrs. C. E. Burrow, and Mrs. Ed Wiseman, of Dunlap, Tenn.; Mrs. J. Bryan Taylor, of Bridgeport, Ala.; and Porter S. Walker, of Guntersville, Ala. These are all faithful members of the church, and at least four of the grandchildren have stared in the Christian life. This is the greatest legacy that one can leave behind, and this, I am glad to say, he leaves. I would not say that he was faultless, but it can truly be said that he was ever to be found on the side of right. In all his battles with the world for that which is right, there was ever waiting for him at the door of his home one who willingly shared his trials, one to whom he could and did go with all his problems, and in whom he found that companionship that makes men strong. To the sorrowing loved ones I would say: a life of faithful service to the Master will be your passport into that haven of rest to which he has gone, where you can spend eternity with him in bliss and happiness that is unalloyed. Then sorrow not, even as those who have no hope.

W. W. Bates.

Gospel Advocate, November 11, 1926, page 1075.

Walker, Joe Frank

I was called to assist in the funeral service of Joe Frank Walker, of Marshall County, Tenn., in January. Brother Walker was a public school teacher in his home county for twenty-four years and an elder for thirty years. He branded himself indelibly upon the student body, delivering good lectures to them along with the three Rs. His method was of the old school, feeling always that there was much more to be taught, beside the textbooks. Over a number of years he taught a class and was active in church work at the old Lessia church of Christ in Maury County. He was a good student of the Bible and was able to pass his ideas on well to his people. He was well read in many secular matters and things that had to do with his community and country. Because of this, he was often selected by his neighbors to represent them in public. He did this work with credit. The church of his community feels a keen loss in his death. The goal of his life was to see all of his children and grandchildren members of the church. The Lord blessed him in this. As I remember, all of them that had at the time of his death reached a proper age, have taken up active work in the church. Brother Walker was most fortunate in that he had an excellent helper in his wife, and his large family of children were a power in helping him to carry out his plans in life. Now may God, who doeth all things well, bless his good wife, his children, the church and his community, with blessings that he alone knows how to give. And may all of us who are left to live a little longer, brighten up the corner of earth where we move, as Brother Walker strove to do while he lived among us.

R. A. Largen.

Gospel Advocate, March 20, 1952, page 189.

Walker, Kate

Mrs. Kate Walker, widow of Will Walker, of Lebanon, Tenn., is dead. She became acquainted with him and on June 2, 1870, she was united to him in matrimony. Her maiden name was Vinson. She was familiarly known as Aunt Kate. She has many friends everywhere she lived. She lived in different localities. She was born and reared in Wilson County, Tenn. To this happy union eight children were born, all of whom survive her. She was left a widow thirty years ago. She had the responsibility of the family all resting on her, and as a jewel lived by her work. She has reared as nice a family of children as any one in the community. These are all in good circumstances, both financial and spiritual. They are all in the Christian Church in union with their mother. She often spoke of her suffering; that she would be willing to go to get clear of her pains. Her disease was heart trouble. Yet she bore her sickness with Christian patience. She was a good Christian mother, a good neighbor. The tree is judged by its fruits, and their works do follow after them. Train a child in the way it should go, and when it is old it will not depart from it. On Thursday morning, September 12, 1918, the death angel came as a thief in the night and her spirit took its flight and went back to God who gave it. She will be missed from her accustomed place; but God saw fit in his infinite wisdom to take her from her suffering to that eternal home that awaits the children of God. She has only gone on to meet her loved ones who have gone on before, and it will not be long before we as Christians will meet our loved ones there. She will only be watching and waiting for loved ones back here to meet her over there, for your dear old mother is at rest. She leaves an aged brother, James Vinson, and eight children to mourn their loss. O, how sad it is to see the casket come rolling in and take from our embrace our loved ones! The funeral services were conducted by Brother Carnes at her residence, after which her remains were laid to rest to await the resurrection morn. I extend my deepest sympathy to the bereaved ones.

Mrs. Matilda S. Johnson.

Gospel Advocate, October 17, 1918, page 1001.

Walker, Laura Eloise Vaughan

Laura Eloise Vaughan Walker passed away Feb. 15, 1982. Funeral services were conducted in Cullman, Ala., on Feb. 17 by E. O. Creel and Marlin Howard. Burial was in Dickson, Tenn.

She was the daughter of Joe J. and Ella J. Vaughan. While attending David Lipscomb College, she met David Ellis Walker. Their two lives were united in marriage Oct. 20, 1928 in Jackson, Tenn., in a service performed by her brother, J. Roy Vaughan.

Churches are stronger today because of their work in such places as Montgomery, Ala.; mission work in Richmond, Va.; Riverside Park in Jacksonville, Fla.; churches in the Tennessee communities of Centerville, Martin, Sparta, Dickson, Lewisburg, and Lawrenceburg; and the E. Cullman congregation in Cullman, Ala.

The funeral service, conducted by two of the elders of the E. Cullman congregation, stressed the Beautiful Life. Among the comments made by E. O. Creel are the following:

This is truly a sad occasion as we assemble here to pay our last respects to this wonderful Christian woman, but it must also be an occasion of joy and pride when we realize how wonderfully she portrayed The Beautiful Life while she was living among us. . . . When I think of the many years that she spent as the wife of a Gospel preacher, raising a wonderful family and making a home wherever she was, I know there must have been times of hardship, trials and distress, but by her faith in God she was always able to rise above these cares of the day to live the Christian life beside her husband, before her family and friends. To me this is The Beautiful life. . . I believe if Sister Walker could speak to us today, she would want us to be of good courage, carry on the work of the church, and to beautify ourselves with the spirit of Christ.

Laura Eloise Vaughan Walker is deeply missed by her husband, David Ellis Walker, her three daughters, her son, her daughter-in-law, her son-in-law, her brother, her sister, her ten grandchildren, her three great-grandchildren, a host of friends, and multitudes of people who were influenced by her life.

Her children rise up and bless her; her husband also, and he praises her.

Gospel Advocate, May 6, 1982, page 281.

Walker, Martha

Sister Martha Walker, whom we all called Grandma Walker, and who was one of Middle Tennessees purest and best Christians, departed this life on October 11, 1917. She was in her seventy-seventh year and had won many friends who loved her devotedly. The young as well as the old loved her and enjoyed her company. She was a member of the church of Christ at Antioch, in Coffee County. She was a noble Christian, and her daily life was adorned by many Christian graces which in the sight of God is of great price. She leaves to her children the great wealth of this good character which is worth more to them than millions in money. Love, peace, joy, patience, gentleness, goodness, purity, truth, and meekness were things seen daily in her life and which we may strive to imitate. By her good deeds to others she has laid up treasures in heaven which will be hers for all time to come. To the many who loved her let me say: Do you realize that she is not so far away, but just over on the other side of the mystic river? She still loves us, even more than when she was here, and we may love her more and feel as though she was beneath the orange trees of Florida or some clime many times more beautiful, and that we will go soon to see her an be there for evermore. Let us live obedient, pure, and true to God, as she did, so that we may be permitted to enter the home where she is and be with her always.

W. S. Long, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, December 13, 1917, page 1218.

Walker, Martha Beene

Sister Martha Beene Walker, wife of the late J. T. Walker, passed away at the home of her daughter, Sister C. E. Burrow, Dunlap, Tenn., April 3, 1938. She lacked only a few days of reaching the age of eighty-three. Sister Walker was a Christian in every sense of the word. She believed in doing with all her might whatever her hands found to do. In the midst of her various activities in connection with church, family, and business, she found time to write a bookReminiscences and Meandering Thoughtswhich has been very widely read. This little book is rich with valuable experiences, and thoroughly reveals the personality of its author. It was during her early married life that Sister Walker obeyed the gospel. Granny Walker, as she was known by all her family and friends, is survived by one son (P. S. Walker, Guntersville, Ala.), four daughters (Mrs. H. P. Payne, Mrs. C. E. Burrow, and Mrs. Edward Wiseman, all of Dunlap; and Mrs. J. B. Taylor, of Nashville), twelve grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were

conducted at the church building in Dunlap. Charles Holder conducted the services, assisted by A. S. Landis and W. O. Folwell. She was laid to rest in the Rankin Cemetery beside her departed husband in the presence of a host of sorrowing loved ones and friends, and under a blanket of beautiful flowers which express in a small part the love, admiration, and respect with which this godly woman was held by all who knew her.

W. O. Folwell., Dunlap, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, May 12, 1938, page 447.

Walker, Mary Rebekah

Mary Rebekah (Pace) Walker was born in Collin County, Texas, October 4, 1861; died August 23, 1941, at Era, Texas. She was married to J. D. Walker, who passed ten years ago, on August 6, 1876. Surviving children are Mrs. Zona Holland, Mrs. Lela Holland, Mrs. Zela House, Mrs. Norene Hudspeth, daughters; Essie, Will, Jesse, Tom, Ross, Charlie, D., R. L., and Guy, sons. Don, another son, passed on the first day of this year. She also leaves six sisters and three brothers. Sister Walker died in her eightieth year. She left eighty-four descendants, a might power for good. Essie and Tom have preached the gospel forty-two and thirty-eight yearsa total of eighty years. C. A. Buchanan read the Scriptures and led the prayer in the funeral service at Era. Sister Walker turned to God with conviction and determination. She served with courage and efficiency. She waited with patience. May God help her children to go where she awaits.

John W. Pigg., Madill, Okla.

Gospel Advocate, September 11, 1941, page 887.

Walker, Matilda C.

Matilda C. Walker, wife of William Walker, of Hickman county, Tenn., departed this life March 25, 1888 in the 75th year of her age. She was baptized into Christ in July 1833, was married to Bro. Walker April 28, 1838. Sister Walker died of heart disease with which she had been troubled for many years.

Her delight was in the law of the Lord. The Gospel Advocate was her favorite paper. She was a good wife, a kind mother and a devoted Christian. Besides she was the preachers friend, and has often encouraged me to go on in the work of saving souls.

Only two of eleven children are left behind with husband and friends to mourn her loss.

J. M. Morton., Kettle Mills, Tenn., May 14, 1888.

Gospel Advocate, May 30, 1888, page 14.

Walker, Mattie

My heart is filled with sadness as I try to write a few words in memory of Sister Mattie Walker, daughter of W. R. Walker. After suffering severely for eight weeks, she peacefully and quietly fell asleep in the arms of Jesus. She was near twenty-two years old. She obeyed the gospel in 1908, under the preaching of Brother Conger, and ever afterwards lived a true, faithful, Christian life. I have been personally acquainted with her for seven years, and I never knew a better girl. She was loved by all who knew her. We will miss her in our Lords-day meeting and in our neighborhood. Her mother died when she was young. I am glad she had a Christian father to teach her the way of the Lord. She leaves a father, two brothers, and two sisters to mourn their loss.

Vina Hyder.

Gospel Advocate, May 28, 1914, page 596.

Walker, N. B.

On Tuesday, December 13, 1910, at 9:30 P.M., N. B. Walker, aged fifty-four years, was called from the walks of life to be with loved ones in that better home. He had his first two strokes of paralysis at Brewton, Ala., on November 21. His brother was called to his bed there, and, as soon as he was strong enough, he was brought to his home in Lynnville, Tenn. We thought he was so much better, but he only lived seven days from then. Uncle Newt. was always so cheerful that we did not know when he was suffering. In the summer of 1878 he obeyed the gospel at old Roberson Fork, and lived a true follower ever afterwards. In 1898 he was married to Miss Lula Ewing, who lived to bless his life only four years. He was so devoted to her, and from the care of her last resting place we know that she was never forgotten. How sweet to think they are now together! His next best love was given to his only own sister, Miss Agnes Armistead Walker, whom he loved as a babe. She, with two half-sisters, one brother, and nieces, are left to mourn their loss. To know him was to love him, and he never failed to make a number of friends in all his travels. We cannot call him back, but how sweet to think we will meet this dear uncle in that home where there is no sorrow! How sweet to die in the Lord!

Mary Brooks Dabney.

Gospel Advocate, January 5, 1911, page 22.

Walker, Percy Maurice

In his lifetime his was not the eloquence heard in the pulpit, nor in the great courts of our land, nor in the halls of Congress, nor on the stage or screen.

He was not even an average public speaker, but he did speak, and he still speaks. The echoes of this mans voice can still be heard in the hearts of hosts of people.

For a half century hundreds of students heard his voice in classrooms.

His nieces and nephews, either by birth or law, loved Uncle Percy and heard the gracious outpourings of his heart.

Myriads of friends and associates came with in the range of this quiet mans voice and were influenced by him.

His brothers and sisters, whether by birth or marriage, can still hear the echoes of his love from his heart for them.

His dear wife, Anna, whom he loved dearly and who loved him dearly in return, remembers his words of love and tenderness. They shall comfort her in the days ahead.

He loved all and was loved by all.

He was a wonderful older brother to his younger brothers and he always remained so.

I remember how much of his life he sacrificed for our Mother.

I remember how Annas face would light up with beauty and happiness at the sound of his voice and the sight of his smile for her.

I would not have you think that Percy made no mistakes. He didalong with the rest of us.

As we leave to go yonder to lay our loved ones body away, let us go knowing: Our echoes roll from soul to soul, And grow for ever and ever.

D. Ellis Walker.

Gospel Advocate, June 19, 1980, page 373.

Walker, Raymond Clinton, Sr.

Raymond Clinton (R. C.) Walker Sr. of Madison, Tenn., died Aug. 28. His ministry extended from McMinnville, Tenn., where he was born and raised, to Madison, where he served as Bible correspondence director for the Amazing Grace Bible Class.

Walker was baptized in 1925 and began preaching in 1927. He preached in tent meetings through the years and conducted a radio program for 18 years. According to a family member, It was not uncommon for him to preach three times on Sundays, often traveling 30 to 50 miles for afternoon services.In many congregations he did everything, leading singing, preaching and praying.

Walker taught school and did mission work in Wilkinson, Miss. He later served the church in McGhee, Ark.; Dalton, Ga.; East Tallahassee, Ala.; Paragould, Ark.; St. Petersburg, Fla.; Jacksonville, Fla.; Tuscaloosa, Ala.; Gallatin, Tenn.; Radford, Va.; Bowling Green, Ky.; and Charlotte, N. C.

Heart surgery caused him to give up full-time ministry in 1974. He then moved to the Golden Age Villa, a retirement home operated by the Madison Church of Christ. He and his wife, the former Elizabeth Showalter, were leaders at Golden Age Villa and in the Madison Church. He served to the end, preaching his last sermon Aug. 20. Walker is survived by his wife of 64 years and four childrenRay of Nashville, Tenn.; Alice Boyd of Detroit, Mich.; Eleanor Hurst of Nashville; and Tim of Midland, Texasall of whom have been active church workers. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Samuella.

Madison, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October, 1995, page 45.

Walker, S. S.

It is with a sad heart that I record the death of Brother S. S. Walker, of Romeo, Fla., which occurred on March 28, 1909. He obeyed the gospel thirteen years ago and remained faithful until the Father called him home. He was the only leader of the little band of six that met at the Dinner Pond Schoolhouse. He left a wife and eight children to mourn his loss. His past life and the hope of seeing him again in the sweet by and by should be an incentive to the bereaved family and friends to live faithful till the grim reaper Death comes. And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them. (Rev. 14:13.)

H. C. Shoulders., Largo, Fla.

Gospel Advocate, June 17, 1909, page 758.

Walker, Sarah

Mrs. Sarah Walker was born on March 28, 1817; was married to J. S. Walker in 1851; and died on December 5, 1902. At an early age she became a member of the Primitive Baptist Church, in which she lived until about one year ago, when she learned the way of the Lord more perfectly and became a member of the church of Christ. She sought every opportunity to hear the gospel. She had fourteen children, sixty-two grandchildren, and forty-five great-grandchildren. She was an obedient wife and a loving mother. She survived her husband and six of their children. She labored hard to bring her children up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. May God bless all the bereaved ones, and may they all see the truth and become members of the one body.

Jesse Walker., Adair, I. T.

Gospel Advocate, January 8, 1903, page 26.

Walker, Sue Harmon

Mrs. Sue (Harmon) Walker was born February 29, 1848; departed this life January 28, 1948, lacking a few days living one hundred years. She obeyed the gospel at Old Lasea, in Maury County, Tenn., during a meeting held by Frank Davis in 1868. She had been a member of the church seventy-nine years. She was possessed of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. She retained her memory to the last, and was loved and honored by all who knew her. She was married to William C. Walker on September 1, 1868. To this union four children were born (J. M., Harmon, Patra, and Willie Kate), of whom two survive J. M. and Patra (Mrs. John T. Harper). Four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren survive. E. D. Wilson conducted the funeral services, and the remains were laid to rest in the Walker-Reed Cemetery.

John L. Rainey.

Gospel Advocate, June 3, 1948, page 550.

Walker, Susan Smith Scott

Susan Smith Scott was born on September 14, 1856, and died on May 4, 1921. She married James A. Walker on October 27, 1872. To this union were born eight children, five of whom surviveMrs. Etter Cathey, Mrs. Glenn Blackwell, and Miss Nona Walker, all of Nashville, Tenn.; W. L. Walker, of Hugo, Okla.; and Robert S. Walker, of Chicago, Ill. Her suffering, which ended in death, lasted only five days. All the surviving children, except one, were with her when the end came. The greater part of her life was spent in Marshall County, Tenn. At an early age she became a member of the body of Christ, in which body she remained faithful until death; hence, she had the promise of a crown of life. (Rev. 2:10.) The great gathering of people at the funeral service showed the high esteem in which she was held by those of her old home section. The writer spoke words of comfort and cheer to sorrowing ones and words of warning to all present at the funeral. Let all of Gods children be comforted in the thought that God has promised a home beyond this vale of tears more beautiful, sweet, and lovely than a home in this world, and to this home all faithful ones will go when the time that pleases God comes to take them to this home.

T. C. Fox.

Gospel Advocate, June 16, 1921, page 581.

Walker, Virginia

Virginia Walker, wife of Mulburn Walker, died Nov. 7, at Methodist Hospital, Louisville, Ky., after a long illness of heart problems. She was a native of Christian County, Ky., and a member of Valley Station Church of Christ in Louisville.

Besides her husband, she is survived by three children: Victor Walker, Shepherdsville, Ky., Deborah Verhovec, Louisville, Ky.; and Julia Hall, Lexington, Ky. One sister, Ione Martin and two brothers, Willie and Douglass McKinney, Hopkinsville; and nine grandchildren.

The funeral was conducted in Louisville on Nov. 9, with burial in Louisville Memorial Gardens. She was 66 years old.

Mrs. Wannie S. Hall., 230 E. First St., Apt. 1105, Jacksonville, FL.

Gospel Advocate, December 15, 1983, page 756.

Walker, W. C.

Our father, W. C. Walker, departed this life on April 5, 1905. He was fifty-seven years, six months, and eight days old. He obeyed the gospel at the age of eighteen years. Brother R. B. Trimble was doing the preaching at the time. He lived a devoted Christian the remainder of his life. He was the father of six children, two of whom died in infancy. The others are all grown and one is married. We so greatly mourn his death. Home has never seemed the same any more. If it was not for the all-wise Being, we could not live. Mother says home is not sweet to her now. We want the prayers of all Christians that our faith may be strengthened.

Gospel Advocate, April 12, 1906, page 234.

Wall, Joe D.

My father, Joe D. Wall, died at his home in Glass, Tenn., March 24, 1932. He was born in Obion County, near Troy, Tenn., eighty-eight years ago. He was left fatherless at eleven years of age, and though his mother was very poor, she credibly reared her eight children. Father entered the civil War at its beginning on the Confederate side, and served in the Thirty-third Tennessee Infantry, Company I, Cheathams Division, till its close. He was married twicethe first time, to Ophelia Irene Wright, who died fifty-one years ago; the second time, to Rebecca Jane Jones, who is yet living. To the first union were born four boys and two girls; to the second, six girls and two boys. Only two boys of the first set of children are living. The second set of children are all alive, except one girl who died in infancy. Father had no educational opportunities, went to school only two months of his lifetime, and that when his arm was broken, yet he could read and write reasonably well. He was baptized more than sixty years ago by Brother J. H. Roulhac, of Union City, Tenn., and remained faithful throughout his entire life. Church going was not all the Christian life with him; he was honest and upright during the week as well as on Sunday. He knew his Bible well, and was unusually firm in his convictions. He was reasonably successful in rearing his children. All are good enough to be classed as respectable people. There are two ministers in his family, one in each set of children. Luther, the oldest child, who died on January 1, 1925, though not a minister, was the best of all of us. He was one of the purest Christian men I have ever known. He possessed in a large measure all the Christian graces found in the blessed Book. I would not ask for a better father than I had, but only wish that he had had some opportunities for education, and that his financial condition had been better, for I am sure he would have used them to the glory of God. He leaves mother, children, grandchildren, one brother, and many friends to mourn their loss. Brother C. F. Woodruff, of Obion, Ten., preached the funeral.

S. C. Wall., Melrose, N. M.

Gospel Advocate, July 21, 1932, page 840.

Wall, Samuel Claude

Samuel Claude Hall was born March 24, 1880, in Obion, Tenn.; died November 12, 1945, in Tucumcari, N. M. His first marriage was to Miss Mattie Underwood at Rocky, Okla., in 1908. To this union one son was born, Claude Leon, at present overseas. His first wife died in 1924 at Eastview, Okla. His second marriage was to Miss Cula Smoot at Willow, Okla., October 8, 1924. To this union was born one daughter, Helga. She and her mother live near Tucumcari, where Brother and Sister Wall were teaching school at the time of his death. Sister Wall will continue to teach. Brother Wall was a gospel preacher for approximately forty-five years. He has preached in Tennessee, Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico, baptizing hundreds. He conducted dozens of funeral services. Brother Wall has left many friends and relatives. He has two grandchildren, Jerry and Joan Wall. They are Sergeant Claude Leon Walls children. Interment was in the Lone Star Cemetery at Rocky, Okla., the writer officiating. All the pallbearers were Brother Walls former students.

John C. Stepp.

Gospel Advocate, December 27, 1945, page 739.

Wall, W. C.

Almost two years ago W. C. Wall suffered a paralytic stroke which rendered him an invalid. He bore his affliction patiently. On August 13, 1951, at 7:45 P.M., he became weary of his burdens, and fell into that dreamless sleep and his spirit returned unto God who gave. Brother Wall was born July 2, 1893, and came to Atlanta in his youth and spent his adult life here. He was married to Miss Lula May Putnam on January 17, 1925. She was an helpmeet, indeed, and it is due to her care that Brother Walls life was extended. No one could have possibly been more faithful, loving, and loyal than was she. Brother Walls business in life was serving his Lord and promoting his kingdom. His avocation was a shoe maker. He was strictly honest in his business dealings and always gave value received. His friends were those who knew him and to them he was ever loyal. As a citizen he was interested in the welfare of his community, and supported every worth-while effort which would improve the same. Brother Wall had been a member of the Moreland Avenue congregation for twenty years and for the past several years he had been a deacon. Few have loved the church as did he. He gave liberally of his means and of his time to the cause of our Lord. His most cherished services were those of helping young men to prepare themselves to preach the gospel. Due to his help one young preacher is now working as full-time minister. His funeral was held at Moreland Avenue Church. The Scriptures were read by Bill Dudley and words of comfort were spoken to his loved ones and friends by W. D. McPherson, the minister at Moreland Avenue Church. He is survived by his wife, one brother, Lester and a sister, Mrs. Dooley. One more of our loves ones has passed on and thereby increased our interest in those things on the other side.

W. F. Dudley.

Gospel Advocate, October 11, 1951, page 654.

Wallace, Abe

At Barton, Ark., Jan. 22, 1888 our dear friend and brother, Abe Wallace was called away from his earthly mission. He was elder of the congregation here, and had long exhibited a living faith in Christ. As he lived, he died, trusting in his Savior. He leaves a lovely wife, their only child, a daughter of tender years, having passed over the river a few years in advance of her father.

The sorrowing wife and brother have our deepest sympathies. We pray that they may bow in Christian resignation to the appointment of God.

T. F. Patterson., Barton, Ark., Jan., 24, 1888.

Gospel Advocate, February 8, 1888, page 9.

Wallace, Charley

Charley Wallace was born on May 12, 1890, and died on May 7, 1924, after an illness of more than twelve months. All that loving hands could do was done, but death came to relieve him of his suffering. He obeyed the gospel thirteen years ago under the preaching of Brother Joe Jones, and, like Paul, straightway he began to preach Christ, the Son of God. He left, to mourn his death, a heart-broken mother, a wife, three little children, and a host of relatives and friends. Brother Wallace was indeed a gospel preacher. He was honest, upright, and firm in his convictions of right. He was a kind and loving husband and father and a friend to all. He told his loved ones not to grieve for him, for he was going to rest. Funeral services were conducted at the Charity Cemetery. We sorrow, but not as those who have no hope, feeling confident that he is asleep in Jesus and will be among the ones whom God will bring with him. To Sister Wallace and the children I would say: Be true and faithful to the Lord until death, and you will have an eternal home with that loving husband and father where there will be no more toil and weariness, sickness and suffering, disappointment and sorrow, and sadness and grief of heart.

C. Knowles.

Gospel Advocate, March 19, 1925, page 280.

Wallace, Clarence

Clarence Wallace, of Wardell, Mo., was born on January 5, 1900, and departed this life on March 11, 1922. He was a good boy. He never knew what it was to enjoy good health, but he had faith like Abraham. He confessed his faith in Christ when a young boy, August 31, 1913, and was buried with his Lord in baptism by Brother John R. Williams, and was faithful until death. He that endureth to the end shall be saved. (Matt. 10:22.) Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. (Rev. 2:10.) Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. (Rev. 14:13.) I would say to the family that will miss Clarence so much: Weep not as those that have no hope, but meet him in the better world. The writer spoke words of comfort to the sorrowing ones.

J. S. Jones.

Gospel Advocate, March 23, 1922, page 281.

Wallace, Clarence

On January 5, 1900, Clarence Wallace was born, and was called to rest on March 11, 1922. He was born in Tennessee, where he lived until a few years before his death. His parents then moved to Wardell, Mo. From infancy he was afflicted, not enjoying all the pleasures of this life as those who are not. Yet he bore his cross patiently. Owing to his afflictions he was taken from school at an early age. He was very quick to learn and possessed a fine memory. He possessed many good traits of character that few boys have. He was tenderhearted and kind and always had pleasant words for all. At the age of thirteen he obeyed the gospel. Brother John R. Williams buried him with our Lord in baptism. In the new life he lived faithful. He seemed to enjoy the Lords work, never begged to be excused, as some who profess to follow Christ for years. He has left father, brother, three sisters, two brothers, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his death; but we sorrow not as those who have no hope. Let us fight the good fight and strive to meet him where there will be no more partings and tear-dimmed eyes.

Mrs. J. R. Welch.

Gospel Advocate, May 4, 1922, page 427.

Wallace, Ethel Cobb

Ethel Cobb Wallace, daughter of James Melvin Cobb and Fannie Guess Cobb was born July 8, 1902, and passed from this life Oct. 2, 1984. She was married to Wayne M. Wallace on Dec. 30, 1923. She is survived by her husband; one brother M. Cobb of Aplin, Ark.; two sisters, Lena Moore of Pryor, Okla., and Altha Rowan of Aplin. Funeral services were conducted in the building of the Aplin Church of Christ, where she had long been a faithful member, by Leroy Wood and Buddy Cullin. Burial was at Smyers Cemetery. Pallbearers were Lawton Little, Bruce Rowan, Lindsay Carter, Claude Campbell, Clinton Robinson and James Cobb.

In a letter written to me accompanying notice of the death of sister Wallace, her husband wrote, I do not remember when the Gospel Advocate did not come to my fathers family. I married Ethel M. Cobb on Dec. 30, 1923 and very soon after we subscribed for the Advocateand have been receiving it for nearly 61 years. For the past several years we have subscribed and paid for the Advocate to come to each family in the Aplin Church of Christ. My wife, Ethel, obeyed the gospel when she was 14 years of age, and lived a devoted Christian life until her death. She was indeed a wonderful Christian woman. Great though brother Wallaces loss is, there is much consolation in the realization that she died in the triumph of faith and in hope of eternal life, and now rests from her earthly labors.

Guy N. Woods.

Gospel Advocate, November 15, 1984, page 700.

Wallace, Eugenia Beasley

One of Gods worthy women, Sister J. W. Wallace, was laid to rest Sunday, August 20, 1950, just four days before she and her husband were to have had their family together to observe the sixtieth anniversary of their wedding. Funeral services were held in the church at Nocona, Texas. Burial was in a near-by cemetery. Sister Wallace passed away August 18 at 7 P.M., following al illness of three weeks. Those who conducted the funeral service included: Sammy Swimms of Dallas; S. W. Driver, an elder of the Nocona Church; and W. L. Grimsley, a former member at Nocona, now an elder of the College congregation in Abilene. Eugenia Beasley was born October 20, 1874, seven miles north of Farmersville, Texas. On August 27, 1890, she was married to J. W. Wallace in the house where she was born. The J. W. Wallaces moved their family to Wise County in 1903. Their church membership was in the congregation meeting at Montague, near Nocona. She is survived by her husband, five daughters, five sons, five brothers, three sisters, twenty-four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. Three of her sons are gospel preachers. They are: G. K. Wallace, who preaches for the Riverside congregation in Wichita, Kan.; Glenn L., minister of the College congregation at Abilene; and E. B. Wallace who teaches at Las Cruces, N. M., and preaches every Sunday for near-by congregations. Other sons of Brother and Sister Wallace are: J. D. of Fresno, Calif., and Claude of Nocona. Their daughters are: Mesdames Jesse Stilwell, Bonita, Texas; Ike Mitchell, Bowie, Texas; J. L. Jameson, Montague, Texas; Ivan Burgess, Lubbock, Texas; and Weldon Latham, Brownfield, Texas. Surviving brothers and sisters are: Robert R. Beasley, McKinney, Texas; Garland Beasley, Temple, Okla.; Chester Beasley, Porterville, Calif.; Gloster Beasley, San Francisco, Calif.; Prentiss Beasley, Shamrock, Texas; Mrs. Veda Peterson and Mrs. Minnie Hardy, Shamrock, Texas; and Mrs. Lula Forst, Oklahoma City.

Wendell Bedichek.

Gospel Advocate, September 21, 1950, page 615.

Wallace, Fay

Services for Fay Wallace, 73, of Brownwood, Texas, were held at the Austin Avenue Church of Christ Nov. 1, 1988. Ted Kell, H.E. Speck and Hulen Jackson officiated during the services. Mrs. Wallace died Oct. 30, 1988, at a local nursing home.

She was born in Coleman, Texas, April 21, 1915, and graduated from the Southwest Texas State Teachers College. A homemaker and a public schoolteacher, she taught school for eight years. She was a member of the Austin Avenue Church of Christ and had lived in Brownwood 15 years.

Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Paul; two sons, John B. of San Antonio, Texas, and David P. of Abilene, Texas; a daughter, June Sheppard, of Midland, Texas; two sisters, Marie Coursey and May Beaver, both of Coleman; and eight grandchildren.

The family requests that memorials be made to the Cherokee Childrens Home.

Gospel Advocate, February, 1989, page 50.

Wallace, G. K.

G. K. Wallace, 85, of Winter Haven, Fla., died after an extended illness Sept. 22. The funeral services were at the Central Church of Christ where he was a member. E. Claude Gardner, president of Freed-Hardeman College, officiated. Interment was at Hillsboro Memorial Park in Brandon, Fla.

Wallace was a native of McKinney, Texas, and he attended Abilene Christian University, Abilene, Texas. He authored nine books and 16 booklets and did extensive writing for religious journals. He was a great debater and lecturer, having lectured at the Annual Bible Lectureship of F-HC for 39 years.

He was an administrator and a teacher at Freed-Hardeman for 13 years, having retired in 1968, at which time he was named vice president emeritus. In 1980, F-HC bestowed upon him an honorary doctorate degree.

Wallace began preaching in 1924. Those in the brotherhood who knew him thought of him as one of the Old Timers, one of the outstanding preachers of his time. Early on in his life he established the Maude Carpenter Childrens Home of Wichita, Kan.

Surviving are his wife, Lillian, a native of Woodbury, Tenn., and four children, James K., Columbia, Mo., Mrs. Ben Zickefoose, Abilene, Texas, Mrs. Pascal Smith, Brandon, Fla., and Mrs. Samuel Griner, Winter Haven, Fla.; three sisters, Lorretta Latham, Brownsfield, Texas, Una V. Mitchell, Bowie, Texas, and Coyte Bishop, Hurst, Texas; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Gospel Advocate, November, 1988, page 38.

Wallace, Georgia

Death has again visited the congregation at Hebron, near Joppa, Ala., and taken from us Sister Georgia Wallace. She was stricken with paralysis at church on the night of February 27, 1910, and could never walk nor talk any more. She lived two months. All that could be done by loving hearts and willing hands was done to give her comfort and ease. Sister Wallace had been a member of the church for several years, and was always faithful in the discharge of her duty. She was left a widow several years ago. She has taught her children in the right way. They will miss her advice and love so much. We all miss her at church, but we feel that our loss is her gain.

Leander Bolding.

Gospel Advocate, July 21, 1910, page 854.

Wallace, Glenn L.

Glenn L. Wallace, 71, died Aug. 14 after a long illness, including two open-heart surgeries and two strokes, the latest on Aug. 5only six days after he preached his last sermon at Gainesville, Texas.

Wallace served as minister in Wichita, Kan.; Central church in Cleburne, Texas (1931-37); Hoover church in Los Angeles (1937-44); Springfield, Mo. (1944-46); College church in Abilene (1946-54); Burbank, Calif. (1954-60); and Visalia, Calif., Central church (1961-72).

He retired at Visalia after 50 years in the ministry, and the Wallaces moved back to Abilene about a year ago, where they again became members of the University church.

A 1931 graduate of Abilene Christian, he wrote for many religious papers, including the Gospel Advocate, spoke on all the college lectureships and started a congregation in Ellbury, England, in 1948.

Born June 6, 1907, in Montague County, Texas, he married Leola Duckworth June 16, 1931. Survivors are his widow, 1334 Ruswood, and a son, Glenn L. Jr., of Porterville, Calif.

Walter H. Adams, dean emeritus of ACU and an elder of the Abilene University church; Harris Latham, elder of the Gainesville church; and Maxie Boren, minister of the Corsicana, Texas, church, officiated.

Abilene.

Gospel Advocate, September 7, 1978, page 574.

Wallace, James Jasper

James Jasper Wallace was born on February 10, 1831, and died on February 14, 1905. He was born again about thirty years ago. He moved to Texas from Alabama about twenty-five years ago, and had spent twenty years of the time in this city. Professor Wallace was a school-teacher by profession, and one of the best in the country of his day. He had been married three timesfirst, to Elizabeth Hamilton, on January 19, 1851; second, to Sallie Sandlin, on April 25, 1877; and last, to Amanda S. Jackson, who survives him. He was the father of twelve children, three of whom have gone on before. The nine who are living were around him when he died. Less than six hours before his spirit left its earthly house he enjoyed a simple service of song and prayer and Bible reading with us, Brother F. L. Young and myself leading the worship. Brother Young and I left him, expecting to return and worship with him again; butalas!the message soon came: Brother Wallace is dead.

Foy E. Wallace., Denton, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, March 23, 1905, page 188.

Wallace, Katherine Harrell

Sister Katherine Harrell was born at Camden, S. C., January 14, 1850. The Harrell family moved to Mississippi in 1851. In 1866 she became a member of the church, married Madison M. Wallace, and moved to Alabama. In 1920 Brother Wallace was called away, and on February 12, 1935, Sister Wallace, after a lengthy illness, made her departure. Eight children were born into the family, three having died in early life, leaving three girls and two boys yet on this side. B. C. Goodpasture, of Atlanta, Ga., and M. A. Creel, of Athens, Ala., assisted in the funeral services. Sister Wallace was a member of the church for sixty-nine years. As Abraham and Sarah of old built altars where they went and worshiped God, so Brother and Sister Wallace built church houses wherever they resided. They were largely responsible for the beginning of the Cullman congregation. Forty-two years ago they began this task. The digressives led away most of the disciples after them in 1913. The Wallace family almost alone kept up the worship as it is written, and by patient endurance the congregation is stronger than ever today.

W. O. Norton., Cullman, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, April 4, 1935, page 333.

Wallace, Lou Ella

I have been requested to write the obituary of Sister Lou Ella Wallace, but the following from the loving pen of one of Brother J. D. Martins family is commended as a very complete and comprehensive obituary: Lou Ella, daughter of Julia and William Wallace, was born March 28, 1873, and died July 22, 1894. She was baptized into the Church of Christ by Brother Philip Harsh, at Walnut Grove, in Sumner county, in the summer of 1888; and has since lived a quiet and devoted Christian, bearing her trials and crosses with great patience, never complaining at her lot. She leaves a mother, one sister, and three brothers on this side to mourn their loss, while she crosses the river of death to meet her father on the shining shore.

E. A. Elam.

Gospel Advocate, August 23, 1894, page 531.

Wallace, Madison M.

Madison M. Wallace was born on March 28, 1841, at Cedar Plains, in Morgan County, Ala. He obeyed the gospel at about twenty years of age. He served three years in the Civil War. He was married to Lenora Catherine Harrell on December 20, 1866, and departed this life on September 27, 1920. He leaves a widow, two sons, and three daughters. We should heed Paul when he says: Sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. Brother Wallace was one of the most faithful Christians I have ever seen. He was almost left alone for the truth at Cullman in 1912 when the church split over untaught questions. He and his family, with only a few others, met regularly and faithfully, till they saw the church stronger before his death than it was before the split. His daily life was a strong defense of the truth. When asked to go with those who practice the untaught, he said: I prefer to worship in the way that I know is right and that is not questioned by any, even though I worship alone. Then I shall have nothing to fear. Truly he died, as he lived, in the faith.

J. H. Horton.

Gospel Advocate, December 9, 1920, page 1212.

Wallace, Mary A.

Mary A., wife of George B. Wallace, born Nov. 16, 1867, and died Oct. 21, 1895. She was married to George B. Wallace Dec. 26, 1888. Since that time she has been a true, faithful, and loving wife. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother H. R. Trickett, of Illinois, in 1883. She was a very zealous Christian lady, possessed of a gentle, loving disposition, kind and generous to all. She leaves a husband and five children to mourn their loss of a wife and mother. So we are reminded Gods children are passing over the river one by one. These dark days invade every home, but the cloud is not so dark and dense as to obscure the silver lining, and the bright star of hope that springs up encouraging us to look beyond and expect a brilliant sunset. Brother Wallace has the sympathy of the brethren, sisters, and friends to sustain him as much as possible in his heavy trial of deep affliction.

John R. Williams.

Gospel Advocate, November 21, 1895, page 749.

Wallace, Mary Ann Baxter

Mary Ann Baxter Wallace, 101, of Prescott, Ariz., died March 31. Funeral services were April 3 at Memory Chapel Mortuary. Burial was in Mount View Cemetery in Prescott.

Born in Clyde, Texas, Wallace was the oldest alumna of Abilene Christian University. She attended the school from 1911-14 when it was called Childers Classical Institute.

In 1989, Wallace was recognized during ACUs homecoming chapel for her part in selecting the school colors.

One day, she and her friends Corrie Acuff and Inis Whiteside were sitting under a tree on campus when the schools president, Jessie Sewell, came to them and suggested they pick school colors because the institute was going to be upgraded to a college. After some thought, the women chose purple for royalty and white for purity. These have been the schools official colors ever since.

Wallaces father, John Henry Baxter, started the church of Christ congregation in Clyde and was the first elder there.

Wallace was the widow of Reba Johnny Wallace, whom she married in 1919.

Survivors include three daughters, Jane Bowyer of Hume, Ill., Betty Hanna of Prescott, and Jackie Hall of Albuquerque, N. M., a son, R. E. Wallace of Wataga, Ill.; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

Memorial gifts may be sent to the Mount Vernon Church of Christ, 120 N. Mount Vernon Ave., Prescott, AZ 86301.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1995, page 49.

Wallace, Mattie

One of the happiest and most ideal homes that I have ever known was broken up about three weeks ago by the death of the mother. Sister Mattie Wallace was one of the kindest, noblest, and gentlest of women. An ideal mother, a true Christian, and a devoted wifeshe was all of these. Her influence was felt, not only in her own quiet way, in the church and among her associates. Those who knew her spoke of her as an ideal woman. She was a preachers wife, and she bore the toils and persecutions and hardships of that humble position with cheerful, trustful heart. She sought first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness. Many were the battles that she helped her devoted husband to win for the Lord. Brother Wallace has been for many years a successful preacher of the gospel. He has done a noble work in the Lords vineyard, and many hundred souls have been led to Christ through his efforts. His success has been due, of course, in part, to his own ability and to his faith and loyalty, but in no less degree to the faith, trust, encouragement, and prayers of the wife at home. Sister Wallace leaves a family of nine children. The oldest is married, and the youngest is a babe of a few months. All who have reached the age of accountability are Christians. Both of her grown boys are consecrated preachers of the gospel. She knew well the hardships and privations of a preachers life, but she rejoiced that they had chosen to give their lives to the Lord in that way. For some time Sister Wallaces health had been declining. The family left Sherman, Texas, going to Georgetown, for her health. This climate proved unavailing and a change was made to Lubbock. This climate helped for a while, but soon proved insufficient. At Corpus Christi the end came. Every agency known for recovery had been tried and had failed. The burial was at Georgetown, which is the family home. The family is heartbroken. The only consolation is the hope of the resurrection. This hope is their stay and strength in this time of darkness and trial.

Batsell Baxter.

Gospel Advocate, November 13, 1913, page 1108.

Wallace, Maude

Sister Maude Wallace, wife of Brother D. M. Wallace, departed this life on December 6, 1926, at the age of fifty-six, having given forty years to the service of the Lord. She studied the Bible diligently and prayerfully to the extent that she was able, through her teachings and Christian influence, to lead many souls to Christ. She loved to tell the story. Opportunities to do good were never lost by her. She leaves a husband and three sons to mourn, but not as for one who has no hope. By her careful training, her Christian influence, and the help of her devoted husband, their sons are useful Christian citizens. Her home, as her Christian duty, was not neglected. Nothing was left undone that would add comfort and happiness to her family. She had been in ill health for five years and fought hard to overcome her illness; but when she realized that she could not recover, she was submissive to the Lords will. She told her family not to grieve, that she was prepared to go. She thanked everyone who rendered her the least service and said that all had been done that could be done for her. She was so appreciative. Nothing prevented her from attending Lords-day worship except sickness; then she, with her family, would have the Lords Supper in her home. During her last hours she would unconsciously give Bible quotations. Her life is an inspiration to all who knew her. If any one ever lived faithful to the cause of Christ, Sister Wallace did. She was a reader of the Gospel Advocate for more than twenty-five years.

Gospel Advocate, August 25, 1927, page 816.

Wallace, N. B.

My father in the gospel, Dr. N. B. Wallace, heard the call, Enter thou into the joy of thy Lord, and accepted the invitation on the evening of December 27 last. He first saw the light of day near Decatur, Ala., on February 28, 1828. He obeyed the gospel at the tender age of seventeen years, graduated at the age of twenty-one years in Cincinnati, and spent his time for the good of others in the practice of medicine and preaching the gospel. Death can never mar the beauty of the life he lived. Its terror was at a distance; when unmasked, it showed to him a smiling face. The dome of thought, the palace of the soul, sleeps quietly at Athens, Ala. Dr. A. C. Henry and Brother Miller were with Sister Wallace, the dear children, relatives, and friends to comfort them with the blessed promises of our Redeemer. The fact that the spirit has returned to God, who gave it, and that the light of an eternal day is his, and joy and gladness for evermore, is a gentle reproof to pale sorrow that sits weeping at the home of our noble dead. We are glad that the shadow that death has cast over the souls of the living cannot dim the light of hope or frustrate that faith that overcomes the world. Like the flower that goes to sleep with the setting sun, he closed his eyes, and death was done; for to him it had no sting, and by faith in Christ the grave had lost its victory. Death waits on all, but waits for none. Let us be ready, as he was, to accept the invitation to come up higher. The day he was taken sick he turned to his faithful wife and said: Ada, the parting will be sad. The parting is over now; in gladness, hope for the meeting over there. He was called to the mansion prepared at eight oclock in the evening. Think not of the dead, but of the living; for he lives with God and the angels. Let the thoughts of sadness sleep with him, and rejoice evermore in the light of the hope of the redemption of our bodies.

Gospel Advocate, January 26, 1899, page 63.

Wallace, Nancy

Mrs. Nancy Wallace, wife of Mr. Henry Wallace, deceased, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Carter Geer, Bridgeport, Ala., on Saturday, January 21, 1922, in her eighty-first year. I was intimately associated with Mrs. Wallace for several years, and she was always kind to me and seemed to love me, and I love her. Her husband was a mountain preacher and teacher, a good man, and she had a happy home during his lifetime. Her oldest son, Mr. Webb Wallace, died some time after his fathers death. Mrs. Wallace had lived with her daughter, Mrs. Carter Geer, since 1912. Why should we weep? Mrs. Wallace was a Christian, and I am sure she tried to do her duty to the best of her ability. The church, her neighbors and friends, and her nurse, Mrs. Lula Jones, did everything possible for her during her sickness. Inasmuch as ye did it unto one of the least of these, ye did it unto me.

(Miss) Mattie Holder.

Gospel Advocate, February 16, 1922, page 160.

Wallace, Nancy Ellen

Nancy Ellen Darmer was born in the farm home of her parents, Bennett and Charlotte Darmer, two miles east of Morristown, Ind., January 7, 1861; died October 12, 1947, at her home in Decatur, Ala. She was married to J. D. Wallace, December 20, 1883. She obeyed the gospel in girlhood. She was a charter member of the College Grove Church. She is survived by two sisters, Jessie McBride and Ollie Potter. All were charter members of College Grove Church, which began January 12, 1879. She also survived by three daughters (Mrs. Edith Whitfield, Mrs. Jessie May Moore, and Mrs. Elva Howell), one son (Alvis Wallace, of Birmingham, Ala.), and many other relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace and the family had lived a number of years on their farm, near Hillsboro, and then moved to Falkville, where they lived some years, after which they returned to their farm, and later to Decatur. She was a member of the Grant Street Church. The service was conducted by Hollis Roberson. She was buried in the City Cemetery.

Jessie McBride.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1948, page 302.

Wallace, Nannie M.

Mrs. Nannie M. Wallace, Conway, Ark., died at a Little Rock hospital at 7:30 P.M., July 17. Her death was caused from heart attacks suffered during a brief, sudden illness. Blessed with unusual health, she had never been seriously sick before. Mrs. Wallace was seventy-three. She was born in Crockett County, Tenn., November 6, 1876, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Tom Dungan. The family moved to Madison County, where Mrs. Wallaces childhood and girlhood were spent. She was educated in public schools and Georgia Roberson College (now Freed-Hardeman College), at Henderson, Tenn. After experience as a teacher in the Tennessee public schools and a years stay in Nashville, she came to Conway in 1904 to join the elementary school faculty. She was married, September 7, 1905, to John Benjamin Wallace, who died five years later. The center of her life was the word of God and the gospel which she obeyed in her teens. Keenly interested in church and civic affairs, Mrs. Wallace was a charter member of the Conway congregation, where for many years she taught a Sunday-school class. Her extensive work with local parent-teacher organizations is well remembered. The spiritual quality of her actions, her kindness of heart, her simplicity of life, and her good-natured wit endeared her to a wide circle of friends and former pupils, who mourn her passing. Having come to her present home as a bride, she maintained her residence there forty-four years. She had traveled extensively. Survivors include one daughter (Miss Johnnie Wallace of Conway), four sisters (Mrs. Irene McCullouch of Conway; Mrs. Maude Gray of Jackson, Tenn.; Mrs. W. T. DeLoach of Humboldt, Tenn.); and Miss Mary Dungan of Nashville, Tenn.), and six brothers (W. I. Dungan of Ennis, Texas; Harry Dungan of Omaha, Neb.; Enloe Dungan of Dupo, Ill.; and Ernest and Roy Dungan of Humboldt, Tenn.). Memorial services were conducted at the church in Conway, July 19, at 4 P.M. Assisted by B. G. Hogan of Conway, Roy Ott of Nashville, Tenn., officiated. The body lay in state for an hour before the services, and many friends paid tribute during that time. There was a large floral offering. Scripture reading was followed by a sketch of Mrs. Wallaces life and the quality of her far-reaching influence. A quartet of mixed voices sang Abide with Me and Mrs. Wallaces favorite hymns, It Is Well with My Soul and Heaven Holds All to Me. Active pallbearers were: Robert Ott, Lillard Lee Bolls, John Emmett Lyon, Jack Thompson, and Robert Allison of Conway, and Herbert Moore of Russellville, Ark. Honorary bearers included members of the T. E. Rowlett Sunday school class and those Conway fellow teachers of Mrs. Wallace now living. Burial was in the family plot at Conway. A large number of out-of-town friends and relatives attended.

Gospel Advocate, August 25, 1949, page 541.

Wallace, Reuben G.

Brother Reuben G. Wallace was born on November 13, 1837, in Tennessee, and departed this life on April 28, 1928. He was ninety years, five months, and fifteen days old at the time of his death. He was married to Nancy Perry in Mississippi. To this union were born thirteen children, seven of whom are still living. They are as follows: Mrs. Belle Scott and Mrs. Maggie Davis, of Pittsburg, Texas; Edd. And Perry Wallace, of Looxahoma, Miss.; Mrs. Rosie McKellar, of James, Texas; Mrs. Ella Boyce, of Caddo Mills, Texas; and Nash Wallace, of Greenville, Texas. Brother Wallace obeyed the gospel over half a century ago, under the preaching of Dr. Lauderdale, in Tennessee. His remains were laid to rest in the Vansickle Cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by Brother B. M Graham. May God comfort the bereaved ones and bless them in this sad hour, and lead them to do greater good for the Lord.

J. R. Cathey.

Gospel Advocate, September 6, 1928, page 861.

Wallace, Virgie Brightwell

Virgie Brightwell Wallace died Jan. 5 in Fort Smith, Ark. She was born Jan. 2, 1896.

She married Foy E. Wallace Jr. Nov. 29, 1914, while she and Brother Wallace were in their teens. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary in Hereford, Texas, only a few days before his death Dec. 18, 1979. Brother Wallace was editor of the Gospel Advocate from 1930-34.

Sister Wallace is survived by two daughters, Lee Ella Wallace of Yucca Valley, Calif., and Mrs. Richard (Martha Jane) Black of Fort Smith, Ark.; three sons, Austin Taylor of Casper, Wyo.; Wilson of McEwen, Tenn.; and William of Newport, N. C.; 15 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

The family met at the gravesite, West Park Cemetery in Hereford, Jan. 8. Her son William recalled memories precious to the family, and her son Wilson read Proverbs 31.

Richard E. Black., 10601 Meandering Way, Fort Smith, Ark.

Gospel Advocate, February 19, 1987, page 124.

Wallace, Walter

At Huntsville, Ala., on the morning of December 26, 1923, after a sojourn of a little more than twenty-two years in this world, the spirit of Walter Wallace took its flight to Him who gave. He had passed through a long period of intense suffering, such as but few are called upon to bear. Realizing that the time of his departure was near at hand and conscious of having done well his part in ever relation of life, death was robbed of its sting and he was ready to enter that rest that remaineth unto the people of God. He obeyed the gospel in early boyhood and manifested his loyalty to the cause of his Master through the succeeding years. He leaves a mother, a stepfather, one brother, five sisters, and a number of brethren and sisters in the Lord, who are deeply grieved. The lessons that he taught us both by precept and example will linger with us until we, too, shall come to the end of the way. 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. To his lonely mother and family I would say: Think of him in his happy home and realize that there is a place in that home for you if you will follow him as he followed Christ.

C. Knowles.

Gospel Advocate, April 10, 1924, page 358.

Waller, Paul James

Paul James Waller passed unexpectedly on April 1, 1961, at Trenton, Mich. He was preparing his sermons for Sunday when about 7 P.M., without warning, he fell from his chair to the floor. Though he regained consciousness, another heart attack upon reaching the hospital terminated his short life on earth. He was thirty-five. He was baptized into Christ in 1938, and began preaching in 1946. For two and one-half years he served his country both here and abroad. Upon returning, he resumed his college work at Freed-Hardeman College and later at Murray State in Springfield, Mo. He did full-time work at Sharpe, Ky., Aurora, Mo., Springfield, Mo., Wyandotte, Mich., Atlanta Ga., and since January 1, 1961, had been engaged in work at Trenton, Mich. Funeral services were held in Trenton on April 3 and Paducah, Ky., on April 5. Approximately fifty preachers and nearly fifteen hundred people attended these services. Paul was eager and energetic in the proclamation of Gods word. He lived a clean wholesome life. Our family circle is now broken but we have assurance that we can meet again. My only brother is gone, but his influence shall live on. Though he be dead, yet shall he speak.

Robert M. Waller.

Gospel Advocate, May 18, 1961, page 318.

Waller, Robert A.

Robert A. Waller, 71, died in Artesia, N. M., Feb. 24 after an extended illness of heart difficulties. He had preached the gospel for more than 52 years, 38 of those for the Eighth and Grand congregation in Artesia.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Bonnie Lee (Branscum) Waller, two daughters, Fay Thompson of Snyder, Texas, and Mary L. Waller of Santa Monica, Calif., and one son, Robert W. Waller who preaches for the College Hill church in North Richland Hills, Texas. Also surviving are his mother, Mary C. Waller of San Antonio, Texas, one sister, Margaret Browning of San Antonio, Texas, and one brother, Ted H. Waller of Louisville, Ohio.

Waller was born in Jack County, April 28, 1915. He began preaching in July 1934 in Killeen, Texas. Waller attended Abilene Christian College and Stephen F. Austin University. In addition to local work in Artesia, he served congregations in Eastland, Nacogdoches, Seagraves and Henderson, Texas.

From the late 1930s through the 1960s, he did extensive evangelistic work in nine states and Mexico. Teamed with Jesse Young, Waller helped established the Lords church in Globe, Ariz., in 1936. For more than 17 years he preached on a 15-minute, seven-day-a-week radio program in Artesia.

Memorial services were conducted Feb. 25 at the Eighth and Grand building with J. T. Ross and Robert W. Waller officiating. Seven men of the congregation lead the congregational singing, read scriptures, and offered prayers.

Robert W. Waller., 7447 College Circle, Fort Worth, Texas 76180.

Gospel Advocate, April 16, 1987, page 251.

Walling, Smith J.

Judge Smith J. Walling was born Feb. 21, 1813, in White Co., Tenn. He died in McMinnville May 22, 1891, aged over 78 years. He was raised near Gum Springs, White Co., on a farm, and went to school but little. Was married to Rachel Denton Aug. 25, 1831, and they lived together nearly 60 years. As Sheriff and deputy he served White county more than eight years, and was president of the branch bank of Tennessee at Sparta. In 1855 he was appointed Postmaster in McMinnville, and subsequently elected Judge of Warren county Court, and Justice of the Peace, and Chairman County Court. Notwithstanding he held these posts of honor so long, there never was a man to charge him with dishonesty or neglect of public business. He was a just man and hated injustice done to any one. He was an independent thinker, made his own decisions and would not yield to public favor. His parents belonged to the Hard Shell Baptist church, hence his early training was that way. While sheriff of White county he had business in Warren County, and at noon Sandy E. Jones preached in the old courthouse in the present park. Brother Jones preached from the text, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons, but in every nation he that fears God and works righteousness is accepted. Acts. x:34, 35. This sermon opened his eyes to the truth, the seed of the kingdom fell in good ground. He was soon baptized into Christ, took membership in Bethlehem congregation, White county. Afterwards moved to Sparta, and was elder and mainstay of the church there. His religion was emotional as well as lawful. He loved a good soul-stirring sermon that brought the tears, loved the old songs, How Firm a Foundation, Safely Through Another Week, etc. For the closing of a meeting he wanted to sing Jerusalem My Happy, and shake all the brethrens hands. He looked to the blood of Christ for the cleansing power to save him, and not his works of righteousness. Yet he said he worked and Christ worked with him, In him to will and to do of His own good pleasure. On parting with his brother-in-law, John Denton, recently, he said he hope they would meet in the better land. Who would doubt his love of the Lord Jesus Christ? To God we commit his spirit, and his body to dust, Dust thou art and unto dust thou shalt return. All his children have honored his religion by coming into the church, and are working for its upbuilding. The Lord bless his bereaved wife, children and grand-children. Not one of his children or grand-children has joined any other church, having 61 grand-children, and 30 great-grand-children. His funeral was preached in the church of Christ of McMinnville by the writer. A large concourse of friends followed his remains to the grave where his body was laid to rest until the judgment morn. While his spirit is hovering with the angels around the great white throne of God.

W. H. Sutton.

Gospel Advocate, June 10, 1891, page 358.

Wallis, James

Departed this life May 17th, 1887, Bro. James Wallis of Wayne county, Tenn. Bro. Wallis was killed by one of his tenants while attempting to keep peace between said tenant and a Mr. Columbus Wallis, the latter a brother of the deceased. These men were in a state of intoxication, and were fighting with knives, etc. Bro. Wallis, at the request of the wife of his tenant, interposed, thinking perhaps he could prevent them from being killed, and in the attempt was killed. Bro. Wallis was beloved and respected by all who knew him.

C. E. Holt., Cypress Inn, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, June 15, 1887, page 383.

Wallis, William C.

Elder William C. Wallis was born Dec. 12, 1810 in Smith county, Tenn., where he was raised, and married Miss Mary Ann morrow, who died August 3, 1855. He then married the widow Keath who still survives him. He was a faithful preacher of Christ over fifty years, was to feeble to preach much in his last days, but he ever loved too talk of the cause he loved so well. He said his way was clear, he was ready to go to rest. He passed away without a struggle. He was the father of six children, three of which still live to mourn his death which occurred January 19, 188, near Marcella Falls, Lawrence county, Tenn. Blessed are they that die in the service of the Lord.

Laura Brooks., Isoms Store, Tenn., June 20, 88.

Gospel Advocate, July 4, 1888, page 11.

Walls, Lee D.

While in Huntsville, Ala., January 15, 1924, Brother Lee D. Walls became ill. He hastened to his home near Ryland, Ala. Pneumonia developed, which ended in this death at 11:30 P.M., January 20. He was not robust physically, yet he enjoyed good health. On November 12, 1923, he passed his forty-fifth birthday. He had been married twenty-three years. His wife, four boys and three girls, his mother, a brother and sister, and a host of friends mourn his death. Interment in Shiloh cemetery, near Ryland, after funeral services conducted by the writer in the Methodist meetinghouse near by. Brother Walls was a successful farmer. He was a good husband and father, loved his family and was loved by his family, and was a good citizen. He was a member of the church at Brownsboro, Ala., having obeyed the gospel in August, 1923. The packed house at the funeral services, on a cold day with muddy roads, and the beautiful floral tributes, bore strong testimony to his memory and to his standing in the community. The family has the sympathy of the entire community, the church, and the writer.

E. Gaston Collins.

Gospel Advocate, February 28, 1924, page 212.

Walters, Elizabeth

Elizabeth Betsy Scully Bibb Walters, 88, died Oct. 16, 1998.

Walters was a native of Marshall, Texas, and former resident of Tyler, Texas, and DeQueen, Ark. An alumna of the University of Texas at Austin, Walters was a former school teacher and society editor of the Marshall News Messenger.

Walters was a member of the Bypass Church of Christ in Idabel, Okla. She was a longtime Bible school teacher and had contributed articles to Christian publications.

Walters is survived by her husband, Glenn; two daughters, Connie Lynch and Charlton Hillis; and three grandchildren.

Broken Bow, Okla.

Gospel Advocate, January, 1999, page 45.

Wamsley, A. N.

Brother A. N. Wamsley departed this life on December 13, 1927. He was about sixty-five years of age and had been a member of the church for about twenty-five years. He was baptized by a Brother McCorkle. Brother Wamsley had lived in this community for a number of years and had made a large number of friends, as was shown by the great crowd that attended his funeral. The funeral was held in the church house in Phil Campbell, Ala. My father and Brother Tim Walker, of Haleyville, made short talks. Brother Wamsley leaves a wife, two daughters, and four sons. He was a good mangood in the family, in the community, and in the church. The church here will miss him very much. He had been sick for some time and realized that he could not live. He talked of his departure as if he had nothing to fear. I shall expect to meet him on the other side.

Van Allen Bradley, Jr.

Gospel Advocate, January 12, 1928, page 48.

Ward, Fannie Turk

On August 25, 1963, Mrs. J. S. Ward departed to be with Christ. Having been born October 10, 1874, she lived well beyond fourscore years. The Psalmist writes, The days of our years are threescore years and ten, or even by reason of strength fourscore years; yet is their pride but labor and sorrow; for it is soon gone, and we fly away. In this we feel that the Psalmist must have been speaking of the relative brevity of life, the folly of human pride, and the futility of human achievements. For no one who knew Mrs. Ward could say that her life was marred by labor and sorrow. She knew what it was to toil, but hers was a labor of love. She had her hours of sorrow, but out of them all she emerged with stedfast faith and radiant hope.

In 1894 she, Fannie Turk, became the wife of Dr. J. S. Ward and from the first years of their married life they were associated with David Lipscomb College, known then as the Nashville Bible School. Their three children were born and reared in this environment. Dr. Ward gave up a growing practice as a physician to devote full time to teaching science and Bible in the school. And Mrs. Ward became what would now be called Dean of Women. But in a more intimate way she was friend and mother to the girls. She looked after their health and general welfare, gave counsel to their personal problems, and trained them in all the true graces that girls were supposed to acquire at finishing schools. Her own life was an inspiration to them. When the college moved to its present site the Wards built their own home nearby and Mrs. Ward left the campus to give her life to her own family. Those were years of laborlean years. There was no assured income, the school paid no stipulated salary at all, and sometimes there was nothing left to divide among the teachers. Dr. and Mrs. Ward practiced strict economy and supported the family on very meager subsistence. And though they came to know better days, they never departed from the principles of frugality and simple living. There was no complaint from Mrs. Ward. Always she was sustained by an unquestioning faith in the goodness and providential care of the Lord. During her declining years she was the object of tender care and devotion of her children. Every need was filled and every wish was gratified. She was grateful for the loving ministrations of her daughters and the wise management of her son. But if you should have asked her about the secret of her contentment she would have give first praise to God: The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.

Dr. and Mrs. Ward were charter members of Central church in Nashville. He was an elder from the beginning to the time of his death. And Mrs. Ward devoted some of the best years of her life to the church. She taught classes, visited the sick, entered zealously into the welfare work, and attended noon-day services when often it would have been much more convenient to stay at home. She had no great outstanding talents, but such as she had she accepted as a sacred trust and dedicated them to the service of God. She loved to sing. She was frequently called upon to sing with others at funerals, and this was a service she was glad to render. She sang in the home. Often have I seen her at the piano teaching herself some new song. One day she discovered a song Gods Tomorrow. She sang it through in her high sweet voice, then spoke quietly of the beauty of its sentiment.

Gods tomorrow, Gods tomorrow,

Every cloud will pass away, at the dawning of the day;

Gods tomorrow, No more sorrow,

For I know that Gods tomorrow will be brighter than today.

Now with her it is Gods Today. For on that calm Sunday morning, her soul, freed from this tabernacle, was attended by bright angels into the house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens, there to see again loved ones gone before, and be forever in the presence of him who she loved and served so well.

The three children are, in the order of birth, Mrs. Charles R. Brewer, Mrs. H. Clyde Hale, and J. Truman Ward. She is also survived by a half-sister, Mrs. S. I. Jones. In addition there are ten grandchildren and twenty-seven great-grandchildren. These all can of one accord rise up and call her blessed, and with one voice can thank God for precious memories of Paw-Paw and Dotty.

Charles R. Brewer.

Gospel Advocate, September 26, 1963, page 623.

Ward, Leslie L.

Christians throughout the nation and especially in the states of Ohio and Oklahoma are mourning the sudden and unexpected death of Leslie L. Ward, on June 25, 1980. Brother Ward was born in Proctorville, Ohio, Aug. 7, 1907 and was born again in 1929. He retired from 35 years of civil service in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 55. In the last 35 years of his life he was either serving in the eldership or the ministry of the church.

Funeral services were conducted in Oklahoma City on June 28 and in Columbus on June 30. Brother Ward was buried in the Oklahoma City on July 1. Sister Ward will continue to reside at 1421 S. W. 84th St., Oklahoma City, Okla. 73159.

Gospel Advocate, November 20, 1980, page 740.

Ward, Margaret

Mrs. Margaret Stonestreet Ward, seventy-three, died at 4:30 P.M., Sunday in Cabarrus Memorial Hospital. She had made her home in Kannapolis, N. C., for the past fourteen years. At the time of her death she was living with a daughter, Mrs. H. R. Butler. Funeral services were held Tuesday, from Plymouth Street Church in Kannapolis. Jerry Slatton, minister, officiated, assisted by J. G. Binkley and J. O. Walters. Burial was in Jericho Church Cemetery at Mocksville. Mrs. Ward was born February 15, 1882, in Davie County, the daughter of Benjamin F. and Mary Kurfees Stonestreet. Her husband, Henry Bruce Ward, died in 1937. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. H. R. Butler of Kannapolis, and Mrs. R. D. Barnes, of Nashville, Tenn.; one sister, Mrs. J. B. Price of Kannapolis, and three brothers, P. W. Stonestreet, of Chattanooga, Tenn., W. K. Stonestreet of Landis, and J. F. Stonestreet of Mocksville. Also two granddaughters, Miss Gay Barnes, of Nashville, Tenn., and Margo Butler of Kannapolis. She was a niece of M. C. Kurfees.

Mrs. R. D. Barnes, Mrs. H. R. Butler., daughters.

Gospel Advocate, August 11, 1955, page 713.

Ward, Mary

On February 20, 1910, death came to the home of Mr. David S. Ward and claimed for its victim his loving young wife, Mrs. Mary Ward. The deceased was a consistent member of the church of Christ, and had been for twelve years. She was twenty-three years, nine months, and one day old. She leaves a father, two brothers, two sisters, and a husband to mourn her death. She also left an infant child, only four hours old when she was called into the far beyond. She had led a beautiful life of love, benevolence, and charity, and she will be missed not only by her family, but by all who knew her.

Mrs. Dora Joiner.

Gospel Advocate, April 21, 1910, page 502.

Ward, Millie Jane

Sister Millie Jane Ward was born on December 18, 1843, and, after a lingering illness of several weeks, fell peacefully to sleep, in the home of her youngest son, in Nashville, Tenn., on March 22, 1915. Her maiden name was Nichols. On January 1, 1867, she and Brother J. R. Ward were united in marriage at Christiana, Tenn., and to them were born six sons. Two of them died in infancy, one at the age of eighteen, while the other three remain to mourn their loss. While her departure was not at all unexpected, it was a trial for her loved ones to give her up. She was conscious until the last, and death to her seemed only a dream. Sister Ward obeyed the gospel when quite a young girl, and was a consecrated, devoted, Christian woman, always anxious to do her duty in every relationship of life. As a wife and mother, she was never-failing in her devotion and loving care. To her husband she was, indeed, the best gift of Gods providence. She was steadfast in her religion, earnest and sincere in her love for the church and all good works. Brethren E. G. Sewell and S. P. Pittman made fitting talks at the funeral services as tributes to her beautiful life. The many friends who assembled at her funeral, notwithstanding the cold, windy day, the tear-dimmed eyes, and the words of commendation indicated that she had not lived in vain, but had left an example worthy of being imitated and a memory that stimulates to higher and nobler things. Brother Ward has lost a helpmeet indeed; her sons, a loving mother that had lived a life of sacrifice for their good; the church, one of its most humble, consecrated members; and the community, one of its most worthy factors. She has gone to her reward, and the memory of her life and character will be an inspiration to those who knew her worth, and will always remain a precious heritage and comfort to her loved ones, and will serve as a beacon light to guide their footsteps to that bright land where she awaits to give them a joyous welcome.

Gospel Advocate, August 5, 1915, page 788.

Ward, Thomas O., Jr.

Thomas O. Ward, Jr., who has been working at Nhowe Mission, Macheke, South Rhodesia, for the past three years, died the 18th of this month after a short illness of polio. It will be impossible to bring his body home for two years. His wife, who has been in poor health recently, will come home immediately. They had no children. Brother and Sister Ward were reared in Lawton in some of our best homes. They were highly respected as faithful Christians, and were sent to their work by the Eighth and Lee Streets Church, in Lawton, with Sixth and Arlington, and others, helping. Brother Ward had a lifetime ambition to carry the gospel to Africa. He attended Harding College, but had to serve in the Air Transport Command as a pilot during the war. During that time he was stationed in Africa for about two years. He visited some of the mission fields, so he knew what he was doing and where he was going when he went back to carry the gospel. After his discharge he went back to Harding College for a year, then to Africa in 1947. We feel keenly the loss of his passing. Their support was never adequate, but they never complained. If you would like to help Sister Ward with the great expenses she now has, send your contribution to the Eighth and Lee Streets church of Christ, in Lawton, Okla.

Loyd L. Smith.

Gospel Advocate, August 3, 1950, page 501.

Warden, J. B.

Brother J. B. Warden was born on January 8, 1845; obeyed the gospel in early manhood; and died on March 3, 1903. He had been a sufferer for many years, and during his last illness he often expressed a desire to go and be with Christ. Brother Warden was a faithful child of God, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a kind neighbor. He leaves a wife and several children, besides a large number of friends, to mourn their loss; but they sorrow not as those who have no hope. I pray that the bereaved may be comforted and that the wife and children may be blessed with every opportunity to make themselves useful in the family of God, looking forward to the day in which Gods dear children shall all be reunited. May we all be ready when the summons comes.

W. R. Spivey.

Gospel Advocate, April 9, 1903, page 234

Warden, Sarah Ann

Mrs. Sarah Ann Warden, daughter of Samuel S. and Martha V. Warner, was born on January 27, 1872, and died on July 31, 1904. She obeyed the gospel, at Belleview, Tenn., under the preaching of Brother J. C. McQuiddy, in 1885, and was baptized by Elder R. Lin Cave. She was married, to Joseph F. Warden, of Nashville, Tenn., on December 23, 1897. She was an earnest, zealous Christian, and she bore her sufferings with Christian fortitude. A short time before she died the brethren of the Joe Johnston Avenue church of Christ met at her home and broke bread with her; her physician forbade this, but she insisted that the services be held.

Mother.

Gospel Advocate, September 1, 1904, page 554.

Wardlaw, Bill

Longtime preacher Bill Wardlaw, born Aug. 6, 1919, died Dec. 24, 1995.

He attended Freed-Hardeman University and preached for the Boliver, Tenn., congregation during his tenure.

He also preached for congregations in Memphis, Tenn.; Mayfield, Ky.; Seneca, S. C.; Huntsville; Florence, Ala.; and Woodbridge, Va.

Wardlaw is survived by his wife of 50 years, Juanita, and two daughters, all of Huntsville.

Huntsville, Ala.

Gospel Advocate, June, 1996, page 45.

Wardlow, Annie Eliza

Mrs. Annie Eliza Wardlow, of Pocahontas, Tenn., wife of James Wardlow, a prominent business man of that place, died at their home on December 26, 1913, being a little more than fifty-five years old. Her sickness was brief. Skilled physicians and loving hands did all they could. She leaves a husband and three daughters to mourn the loss of their best earthly friend. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a faithful neighbor. She lived the beautiful Christian life for more than twenty-eight years and fell in the triumphs of a living faith. Her great ambition was to see her daughters educated and Christians. While, to us, she was just ready to live on earth, yet her life was such that she was ready to live eternally. Sometime, somewhere in the beautiful beyond, we will meet again and the better understand. Funeral services were conducted by Elder A. G. Freed in the Christian Church at Corinth, Miss. A large concourse of sorrowing friends and relatives followed the remains to the cemetery at that place. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord. The old home will never be what it once was. There is a vacant chair that no one else can fill. But to those whose hearts are bleeding let us say: Ye sorrow not as those that have no hope.

Gospel Advocate, May 7, 1914, page 511.

Wardlow, David Settle

Brother David Settle Wardlow was born, in North Carolina, on April 20, 1835, and died, at his home, in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, Cal., on February 24, 1904. In his younger days he lived several years in Mississippi, and was a soldier from near Corinth. After the Civil War he moved to Texas, and from there he moved to California. In 1882 he married Addie M. Kendrick, daughter of Dr. Carroll Kendrick, of California, who, with three children, survives him. On hearing of his death, Senator Carroll Kendrick, of Mississippi, wrote: David S. Wardlow was no ordinary man. As a soldier, he was as fearless as Napoleon, as brave as Caesar. He knew only to do with his might what was interested to him as duty. He was religious even in those trying, demoralizing times of war. In prison he studied, carefully and prayerfully, the Bible; and after the war he preached with no mean ability the unsearchable riches of Christ. He brought many into the kingdom. In 1894 the estimated number of converts under him was two hundred. Brother Wardlows confidence in the inspiration of the Bible, its inerrancy, was abiding. He believed that the law of the Lord is perfect, that the man of God is in this law thoroughly furnished unto all good works that Gods armor is the panoply of the soldier of Christ. He left his family a good home and a name untarnished; he left the world better for having lived in it. Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his!

J. Carroll Kendrick., Downey, Cal.

Gospel Advocate, May 5, 1904, page 282.

Ware, J. D.

J. D. Ware died on June 22 after being a faithful Christian for seventy years. He was a member of the Coleman Avenue Church at Memphis, Tenn., moving here from Bells, Tenn., some fifteen years ago. He was more than ninety-two years old. He was an untiring worker in the church. He and I worked side by side while building up this congregation, now the second largest in Memphis. He is survived by one brother, one son (W. E. Ware, of Covington, Tenn.), one granddaughter (Mrs. May Cretcher, of Memphis), and one great-granddaughter (Miss Dorothy Moore, of Covington, Tenn.). His paramount thought was of the church. He loved children and brought many of them into the Bible study and eventually into the church. He was a lovable character and a true soldier of the cross. He spent his last few years in the home of his son at Covington.

W. H. Brown.

Gospel Advocate, September 6, 1934, page 871.

Ware, Mary J.

Mary J. Ware was born on January 26, 1838, and departed this life on March 23, 1913. She was married to N. W. Ware on February 24, 1856. She obeyed the gospel at the age of sixteen years, and from that time until her death she lived an upright, Christian life. She had been sick for six years, most of the time confined to her bed. Everybody that knew her loved her. She was kind and ever ready to help any one in need. She told her friends and loved ones not to mourn for her. She was perfectly willing to die. She said death was sweet to her. She leaves a heartbroken husband and a host of friends to mourn their loss. In her last hours she talked to her husband and told him that she was going home, and that she wanted him to meet her in that beautiful home where sorrows and pains are unknown. She was laid to rest in the Antioch cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by Elder B. M. Doggett.

N. W. Ware.

Gospel Advocate, August 14, 1913, page 788.

Warlick, Cue P.

Cue P. Warlick was born January 27, 1897; died in San Francisco, Calif., December 24, 1940. He became a member of the church when he was fifteen years of age; but as he was in the army and away from Christian influences, he was negligent of his duty for a while. However, he renewed his allegiance to the Master about fifteen years ago and had since been a regular attendant at the Ingleside congregation in San Francisco. He assisted in passing the emblems at the Lords Supper on Sunday before his sudden death from a heart attack on Tuesday. To mourn his passing he leaves his wife and daughter, of San Francisco; his parents, Brother and Sister Henry E. Warlick, of Norman, Okla.; four sisters; three brothers; and a host of friends. The writer, assisted by L. E. Ellis and James D. Bales, conducted the funeral at the undertaking parlor, and the army chaplain concluded the service at the grave in the National Cemetery, where he was buried.

W. Halliday Trice., 67 Waller Street, San Francisco, Calif.

Gospel Advocate, February 27, 1941, page 215.

Warlick, Henry Eden

Henry Eden Warlick was born at Jackson Port, Ark., March 3, 1868. He passed away at 11:35 P.M., January 25, 1948, in Norman, Okla., only a few days before his eightieth birthday. On June 6, 1893, he married Ada D. Smith at Decatur, Texas. To this union eight children were bornfour boys and four girls. All the children, except Cue Purvis, who passed away in 1940, were with Sister Warlick at the funeral, which was preached by the writer, Sunday, at 2:30 P.M., January 25, 1948, at Central Church, in Norman. They are Ivan S., of Brinkman, Okla.; Locey V., of Mangum, Okla.; Fallas W., of Los Angeles, Calif.; Mrs. J. W. Jameson, of Pueblo, Colo.; Mrs. A. F. Devers, of Compton, Calif.; Mrs. Charles Kendall, of Weatherford, Okla.; and Mrs. Arthur Tull, of Norman, Okla. Brother Warlick had been a member of the church for about sixty-five years, and a preacher of the gospel for about fifty-five years. He had preached, debated, and helped to establish churches in several states, but most of his work was done in Oklahoma. Among the number that he had baptized was Horace W. Busby. He moved to Lexington, Okla., in 1893. In 1898 he moved to western Oklahoma and settled in what is now Greer County. In 1929 he moved to Norman, Okla., where he lived till his death. When I came to Norman in 1935 to preach for the church there and to teach New Testament at the university, he was one of the elders of the church. I was closely associated with him from then till he passed away. I was with him at the hospital, where he had been for several weeks, when he took his last breath. I felt very keenly a loss in his passing. He had served on the board of trustees of the Cordell Christian College for fourteen years. He probably did more, in the day of giving moral

support, to help the Bible-chair work at the University of Oklahoma than any other person. He was active in civic affairs also. He served as chief clerk of the Board of Affairs of the State of Oklahoma under Governor William H. Murrays administration. For many years he was connected with the Oklahoma Cotton Cooperative Association. For several years he, with the aid of some of his boys, operated two farms in Greer County, Okla. Until a few months before his death he preached somewhere most every Sunday. During the last half century the economic, civil, and religious affairs of the state of Oklahoma and the Southwest were greatly enhanced by the life and work of Henry E. Warlick.

John P. Lewis., Box 229, Childress, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1948, page 303.

Warlick, Lucy A.

Mrs. Lucy A. Warlick, wife of Joe S. Warlick, was born in Austin County, Texas, November 7, 1874; and passed away October 13, 1938, at her home on Tenth Street, Dallas, Texas. At the age of fourteen she obeyed the gospel. She was married to Joe S. Warlick, May 15, 1901. Sister Warlick is survived by her husband, three children by his former marriage, one sister (Mrs. Joe Howton, of Brownwood, Texas), and one brother (Judge Allen D. Dabney, of Eastland, Texas). About three weeks prior to her death, Sister Warlick called me to her bedside and smilingly gave me instructions as to how she desired her funeral conducted. I have never witnessed sweeter faith. While she was talking, she could notice that I was astonished, and said: Why, Brother Hines, I am not disturbed; I can discuss these things just as I could discuss a business transaction. I knew Sister Warlick for about four years. Her life was different. She was exceedingly frank. She admired frankness in others. She was a Bible student and had a Bible class for many years. Her pupils loved her. During her month of illness she had something over five hundred bedside guests. She smiled and talked to her friends to the very last day. She wanted to pass on, and it seemed the Providence kept the sting of death from her so that the passing would be a joyous affair. Her life was beautiful, her death was beautiful, her funeral was beautiful, and today she is resting in the beautiful garden of God. She was a faithful member of the Trinity Heights Church in Dallas. The funeral, according to her own arrangements, was as follows: Frank Smith, minister of Trinity Heights Church, read 2 Tim. 4:1-8, and prayed; Claud Kele, minister of Hamilton-Lagow Church, made a fifteen minutes talk concerning the beautiful life; Lee Starnes, a former Dallas minister, talked upon the subject, Sleep On; I then talked upon the subject, The Time of My Departure. The singers sang the songs of her own selection. The church building was packed, and all wept together, because every one knew the life of the ever-smiling Sister Warlick. I shall never forget her, for she was inspiration to me. She knew the fight for righteousness that I was making in Dallas, and she encouraged me much. She wanted us to state publicly that she did not hold anything against anybody. To the loved ones, especially to Brother Warlick, I want to say: Not in the far distant future there is the icy finger waiting to close your eyes in the sleep of death. That means the lastthe end of time, the end of the fight, the end of mercy. Brush away the tear, push aside the loneliness the best you can, and with steady step keep right on until you come to the end of the last mile of the way; and may your last days be filled with the best from the best, and then may your soul rest in peace under the shade of the trees just over there.

J. L. Hines.

Gospel Advocate, November 24, 1938, page 1111.

Warmack, Mary

Mrs. Mary Warmack was born near Big Sandy, Tenn., March 30, 1857; passed, April 11, 1939. She was married to J. B. Warmack, January 18, 1879. To this union five children were bornMrs. Ester Utley and Mrs. Lillie Reece, Big Sandy, Tenn.; John Warmack, Camden, Tenn.; Luther Warmack, Paris, Tenn.; and Carl Warmack, La Grange, Ark. She obeyed the gospel several years ago and was identified with the church at Cedar Grove. She fell and broke her hip almost twenty-three years ago, and was never able to walk again. Her husband preceded her in death June 9, 1928. For the past seven years she had lived with her granddaughter, Mrs. Mary Lee Wheatley. She bore her suffering and confinement with patience. The funeral service was conducted by Lloyd Spivey, assisted by Pop Wright and Glinn Dobson. Interment was in the Ramble Creek Cemetery.

Gospel Advocate, May 11, 1939, page 455.

Warmuth, Mollie W.

Mrs. Mollie W. Warmuth (nee Mollie Peebles) was born in Rutherford County, Tenn., near Stewarts Creek, on May 26, 1844; was married to Dr. H. J. Warmuth on January 24, 1866; was baptized into Christ by E. G. Sewell in the summer of 1866; died on September 1, 1910; and on September 3 her funeral was preached by E. G. Sewell. She was the mother of three childrenone son and two daughters. One daughter died in infancy; the other married L. D. Love, and is now living in Nashville, Tenn. The son is a surgeon and practitioner in Philadelphia, Pa. Since the death of her husband, which occurred in 1904, she lived with her daughter, Mrs. Love. From her childhood she was reared in the country, and after marriage remained upon the farm till within a few years of her death. It was in her home that the beauty and strength of her character was so manifest, always sacrificing for others rather than considering her own pleasure or interest. She loved her husband with that true devotion which is only felt and known by a faithful and dutiful wife. The day before her death she went to his grave, and upon the sod she laid a flower to feebly express her devotion to his memory. The interest and welfare of her children claimed her attention every day of her life. She loved and feared her God supremely, obeyed him implicitly and worshiped him continuously, read her Bible daily, and died and went home, I believe, to rest.

Gospel Advocate, January 5, 1911, page 22.

Warner, Aubrey Perry

Aubrey Perry Warner, 92, of Winston-Salem, N. C., died May 24. He had attended the Warners Chapel Church of Christ for more than 90 years, serving as an elder for more than 50 of those years.

A prominent citizen and successful businessman, Warner was the son of John William and Elizabeth Warner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ada Pegram Warner, in 1973; a daughter, Ethelene Lowder; and three sons, A. J., C. W. and Leroy.

Surviving are a son Bobby, of Abilene, Texas; a sister, Lola Tynes, of McMinnville, Tenn.; and several grandchildren.

Guy N. Woods, Gospel Advocate query editor, knew Warner well, having conducted gospel meetings at the Warners Chapel congregation for more than 30 years. Woods notes that he never knew a finer, more faithful, more godly, more devoted Christian and elder of the church.

Gospel Advocate, July, 1992, page 37.

Warnick, Tempie J.

Tempie J. Warnick was born on August 12, 1858; was married to Brother M. A. Warnick on June 22, 1878; was baptized by Brother Anderson about the year 1880, and ever afterwards lived a consistent, Christian life; and died in December, 1905. Sister Warnick had not been well for years, but she bore her sickness patiently. She leaves a husband, three daughters, and one little boy. Three children had gone on before to the heavenly home. May the ones that are left live such a life that they will be a reunited family there. We laid her to rest in the graveyard at Hebron Church. Brother M. Moody made a good talk at the grave, warning all to be ready for the summons when it comes.

Gospel Advocate, April 19, 1906, page 255.

Warren, Allene

On March 17, 1908, at Centerville, Tenn., Allene Warren was born. At the tender age of eleven years, having been reared under the influence of a Christian home, she was born into the household of faith under the teaching of Brother W. S. Morton, of Columbia, Tenn. I have a letter from her sorrowing mother, at Denver, Col., saying that on August 31, 1928, Allene fell asleep, to await the awakening voice of angels when the redeemed ones of earth shall be gathered home over there. Allene was the only daughter left in the home, her sister, Louise, having died several years ago, which brought a grief from which Allene never fully recovered. Allene spent last August with her brother, Will C. Warren, at Agnes Memorial Sanitarium, but failed to receive the physical benefit so much desired. She met death calmly, fearlessly, and with that abiding faith by which she could appreciate the hope of being absent from the body and at home with the Lord. At her own request, a simple funeral service was conducted at Yeager Chapel, by Brother Lenier, of the South Street church of Christ, of Denver. May the grace of our Lord comfort the bereaved parents and brothers, who are left to complete earths pilgrimage without her loving presence to cheer and comfort them.

T. J. Derryberry.

Gospel Advocate, November 8, 1928, page 1079.

Warren, Don

Don Warren was born in Missouri January 9, 1899. He passed to his reward February 11, 1954. He was united in marriage to Lurlene Conley, of Alamo, Tenn. He is survived by his wife and four children: Jones, Doniel and Mitchell, all of Alamo, Tenn., and Mrs. Harold Fitch, of Jackson, Tenn. Brother Warren spent practically his entire life in Crockett County, near Alamo, Tenn. He was widely known in that section having been engaged in the mercantile business for a number of years, and after that in the livestock business. He was known and respected for his honesty and integrity as a business man. Hundreds of people came to the home before the funeral expressing sympathy for the family and their love and respect for Brother Warren. Above all Brother Warren was a Christian. His love for the Lord and his church was manifested by his faithfulness in attending the worship, his liberal support of the Lords cause and his efforts to influence people to obey they gospel. He was willing to talk to people about their soul, and encourage them to leave error and embrace the truth. His influence in the church and over the people who knew him will live on. I feel that I knew Don better than any other preacher. His wife and my wife are sisters and his home has often been our home. We were intimately associated for a number of years. I never knew a more unselfish man who would do more to assist and accommodate people, regardless of their color or station in life. The funeral service was conducted by Clovis Caudle, preacher for the church at Alamo, and Ernest Boone, who preaches for the church at Greenfield, Tenn. The singing was congregational, which was a request of Brother Warren before his death. The crowd attending the funeral was the largest every to assemble at the Nance church of Christ building, near Alamo, Tenn. His body was laid to rest in a cemetery nearby. The memory and influence of his Christian life and his optimistic attitude toward life will live on to inspire us all to greater effort in the Masters vineyard.

A. C. Dreaden.

Gospel Advocate, April 1, 1954, page 262.

Warren, Elizabeth Ann

Elizabeth Ann Warren died Monday morning, March 8, at the ripe age of eighty-seven years and two months. While the grim monster, Death, is no respecter of persons, he did not come to Sister Warren unexpectedly or find her unprepared for his call. Having been a member of the church of Christ for more than twenty-five years, and his faithful and devoted follower, to be released from her pain of long and weary waiting in sickness, and to be present with him in that glory land, where pain, sickness, and death are no more, was to her a consoling thought. She was a true Christian, a devoted mother, and loved and respected by all who knew her. While sorrow has filled our hearts because we are deprived of her helpful association here, yet we sorrow not as those who have no hope; for we believe that if we be dead with him we shall also live with him.

H. A. Brown., Huntingdon, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 25, 1897, page 188.

Warren, Everett E.

Everett E. Warren was born in Butler County, Ky., April 14, 1888, the son of John L. and Berilla James Warren; and passed from this life April 1, 1944. He was married to Dona Morris, January 7, 1914, and to this union five children were born: James L., Everett A., William O., Evelyn, and Elizabeth. Sister Warren and all the children survive him. Brother Warren was a faithful member of the church for forty years. He was for many years a wise and trusted leader of the church in McHenry, Ky., where he will be sadly and sorely missed. He had served for many years as postmaster at McHenry, and had the confidence and love of the entire community. He was entirely worthy of such esteem. He loved his family and was ever completely solicitous of their welfare. His home was the preachers home, and this writer has spent many happy days there, and was associated much with him in the Lords work. He was a friend constant and true. In him there was no guile. A large crowd of sorrowing friends attended his funeral services at McHenry and at Warrens Mill, in Butler County, his boyhood home. The services were conducted by Lloyd C. Spivey and the writer. Burial was in the cemetery at Warrens Mill.

Allen Phy.

Gospel Advocate, April 20, 1944, page 279.

Warren, George F.

George F. Warren, born January 25, 1904, at Tinila, Ala., died January 19, 1955, while en route to a local hospital. In 1922 he was married to Myrtle Belle Jordan. They had three children. Surviving him are his wife and son, George Jr., who reside at 1215 Chloride Street, Siler City, New Mexico; two daughters, Mrs. Robert Townsley, Silver Bell, Ariz., and Mrs. Douglas Moore, Bayard, New Mexico; four grandchildren; three brothers, Holly and Robert, of Dora, Ala., and John, of Tinila, Ala.; and a sister, Mrs. Mamie Chester, Dora, Ala. Brother Warren obeyed the gospel at the age of twenty-two and had preached it for twenty-five years, chiefly in and around Montgomery, Ala., serving the Highland Gardens Church of that city for several years. After having moved west for his health some eight years ago, he had served the church in Hanover, New Mexico, and owned and operated a barber shop at nearby Santa Rita. Surely much eternal good was done by him in a quarter of a century of sounding out the word. J. C. Mangrum, preacher at Bayard, New Mexico, and the writer conducted the funeral services here January 21. Interment was in a local cemetery.

Joe F. Watson.

Gospel Advocate, February 17, 1955, page 141.

Warren, George Monroe

On February 14, 1923, the death angel entered the home of Brother W. R. Warren, Nashville, Tenn., and took their son, George Monroe Warren, who was born on March 23, 1890. He left a father, mother, brother, and two sisters, a wife and four children, to mourn his departure. But Brother Warren, was a Christian. The writer buried him with his Lord in baptism and raised him up to walk in the new life. As Brother Warren expressed before his death: I have no fears; I am going to be with Jesus. Why should our hearts be sad? Why not rejoice over the reward awaiting him, and so live that when the end comes to us we will find a glad welcome home?

A. D. Dies.

Gospel Advocate, March 8, 1923, page 240.

Warren, Helen Thomas

Helen Thomas Plant was born on March 30, 1862; was married to J. H. Warren on October 22, 1882; obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of Brother R. P. Meeks, in August, 1885; died on October 10, 1904. The funeral services were conducted by Brother R. P. Meeks, who had baptized the entire family. How desolate is home bereft of wife and mother! When Sister Warren left her pleasant home at Plant, Tenn. many hearts were overshadowed by a dense cloud impenetrable, save by Gods sweet promises. For several years her frail body had been tortured by pain, yet she murmured not; was patient and hopeful; was glad to live and share lifes blessings, toils, and sorrows with her family and friends, yet was resigned to the inevitable. The autumn breezes now sigh over a new grave where rests her silent body; but we should not think of this, but of the joy she feels since entering the sweet spirit world freed from pain. I am not afraid of exaggerating her many good traits, for she was proverbially a good womanone that did not wait till she realized the approach of death before preparing for its summons; one whose cheerful life was the very embodiment of patience, humility, and good works; one whose words were kindness and whose deeds were love. I do not think I have ever seen a more striking manifestation of true Christian character. It has been said that to live in hearts we leave behind is not to die; so we rejoice in her sweet influence, which will long live in the hearts of many. We thank our kind Father for her amiable life and her Christian example; and those to whom she was doubly dear will cherish her fond memory, shrined in hope, though embalmed in tears.

(Mrs.) R. P. Meeks.

Gospel Advocate, November 10, 1904, page 718.

Warren, John

The subject of this sketch was born in Cannon County, Tenn., Feb. 3, 1823; and died in Humphreys County, Tenn., Dec. 10, 1895, aged 72 years, 10 months, and 24 days. He obeyed the gospel under the preaching of either Sandy Jones or Hooker, at Woodbury, Tenn. at about the age of 21. He married Mary Elizabeth Benson Dec. 27, 1846, who now survives him. To this union there were eleven children born, ten of whom now live in this (Humphreys) County. One child died in infancy. John Warren lived a faithful Christian quite a while after he obeyed the gospel; but, like many others, when he moved away from his place of worship and failed to meet with the brethren on Lords day it was then he fell away. For some years he remained in this condition. There was no church here, as an organized body, for quite a while. Finally Brother James Mulinax began to search around in the county and gather the few and scattered brethren together. My recollection now is he found old Brother Clark on Blue Creek, and D. T. and Z. Warren (brothers of John Warren), and perhaps a few others. The gospel was preached, pure and simple; people believed and obeyed it. Places of worship were built. The brethren at this place (Plant) built a house, and called Brother R. P. Meeks to help them hold a meeting. He preached about ten days, and quite a number obeyed the gospel. The church was set in order. Shortly after this, at our regular Lords day services, the subject of this sketch came forward, made acknowledgments, and asked to be restored to full fellowship. From this time forward he has lived in Christ; and, as he lived in Christ, he died in Christ. He was a faithful husband, a kind and loving father, and as such we mourn our loss. Dear mother, brothers, and sisters, let us be faithful a few more years, that when we shall be called to go we may also be prepared.

A Son.

Gospel Advocate, April 2, 1896, page 215.

Warren, John Washington

John Washington Warren, age seventy-six, passed away March 12, 1961, at Franklin, Ky., after a long illness. Funeral services were conducted by this writer and Maurice ONeal March 13 at Portland, Tenn., where he was laid to rest in Maple Hill Cemetery. Brother Warren, the son of John and Elizabeth Payne Warren, was born in Water Valley, Miss., but had lived in Memphis since a small child until about twenty-nine years ago when he moved with his family to Sumner County. He was married November 23, 1918, to Miss Alice Latimer. He was converted to Christ forty-one years ago under the preaching of Charles Taylor, during a meeting at McKellar Avenue church in South Memphis. He was baptized the same hour of the night by F. L. Paisley at Horbort Avenue. He is survived by is wife, Mrs. Alice Warren, a daughter, Mrs. Robert Gillespie, Franklin, Ky., a son, John Warren, Crestview, Fla., one brother and three grandchildren. One son preceded him in death. He was a brother-in-law of B. Frank Jernigan, faithful gospel preacher of Portland. The writer knew Brother Warren as a faithful member of the Clearview church near Portland.

Charles E. Crouch.

Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1961, page 271.

Warren, Johnnie

Johnnie Warren, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Warren, was born, in Tennessee, July 10, 1887, and passed from this life to the immortal life on March 25, 1920. His death was caused by pneumonia. His life was an inspiration to all who knew him. He obeyed the gospel ten years ago. His mind was always pure. Blessed are the pure in heart. He dearly loved these words, as he loved all the words of Jesus. Besides his friends and brethren, he leaves, to mourn his loss, a father, mother, two sisters, one brother, and his wife and two little children, all of whom he dearly loved. Jesus said: Come up higher. In the wisdom and love of God, Johnnie has been placed in a better world, to wear a crown of glory that fadeth not away.

Gospel Advocate, June 10, 1920, page 578.

Warren, Mary Ann

Sister Mary Ann Warren entered into rest Feb. 1, 1895, at her home, in the Nineteenth District of Williamson County, Tenn. She was the wife of Brother Quilla Warren, now in his 75th year, whom she leaves to travel alone in loneliness and sorrow the rugged road of life. May our loving heavenly Father in great mercy bless and strengthen him by his grace and promises until he is called to rest from the weary battle of life. Sister Warren was in the 74th year of her age. About ten or twelve years ago she was converted under the preaching of the writer at Cedar Hill College, and was baptized into the one body, and continued in the faith steadfastly, looking to Jesus as the Lamb of God that taketh away the sin of the world. She had no doubts nor fears, for she knew in whom she trusted. Sister Warren was a faithful wife, a loving mother, and a kind neighbor. She leaves husband and nine childrentwo daughters and seven sonsand twelve grandchildren, with other relatives and friends, to mourn for her: but their loss is her gain, for Paul says to die is gain.

E. B. Cayce., Franklin, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, March 7, 1895, page 175.

Warren, Miza

On February 20, 1929, the death angel visited the home of E. A. Warren and claimed his wife, Miza Warren, leaving the family heartbroken. She was the mother of four childrenthree sons and one daughterJohn T. Warren, C. M. Warren, Billie F. Warren, and Mrs. Sallie Matt Trull. She also leaves one brother, two half brothers, fourteen grandchildren, all of Perry County, Tenn., except C. M., who is principal of the school at Collinwood, Tenn. She obeyed the gospel in her girlhood days and lived a true Christian until death. I would say to the family and friends: Weep not, for she is resting from her labors, and after a while we shall meet her again in that home where there is not sickness, no sorrow, no death. After services by the writer she was laid to rest in the family burying ground near the home.

C. N. Hudson.

Gospel Advocate, March 7, 1929, page 234.

Warren, Ottie

Many hearts were made sad by the death of Brother Ottie Warren, which occurred on February 18, 1933, at his home, near the church at Chestnut Ridge, Tenn., of which he was a member. Brother Ottie, though young in years, was a successful insurance man, a devoted husband, a good father, and, best of all, he was a modest, consecrated Christian gentleman. He was known and loved by hundreds of people. There have been few men, if any, in whom the Christian graces were combined to a more excellent degree than they were in this man. His loyalty to the church and his interest in the welfare of his community were pronounced. He rendered many personal favors. He spent practically all his life in one neighborhood. He was in the writers Bible class even before, and for a long time after, he became a Christian. He was our Sunday-school superintendent at the time of his death, and he studied to make himself a proficient leader. He married Miss Vina Buntly, who is a godly woman and a Christian mother. They have two small children, a boy and a girl. Deprived of a mothers care in childhood, he and his three brothers were partly taken in charge by their grandmother, Aunt Lizzie Warren, who, with their godly father, at the point of self-sacrifice, reared them into habits of economy and industry and stamped their characters with their mothers own puritanical goodness. It is sad to think of Brother Warrens passing, but wonderfully refreshing to reflect upon what he has accomplished. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.

J. J. Prosser., Petersburg, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, April 27, 1933, page 408.

Warren, R. P.

On Monday evening July 6, 1891, at 3 oclock, Bro. R. P. Warren was killed near Joppa, Ill., by a horse running away with a buggy. Bro. Warren was a young man of 35 or 36 years, and was a promising preacher. He came to this county last winter and held a successful meeting for the brethren at Bethel congregation, where Bro. Andrew Perry preached several years ago. He also preached for the brethren at Joppa. He endeared himself to all who knew him. Plain and simple in manners, he preached with the old time ring. He knew the Bible and loved its simple forms of worship. He was satisfied with things just as God left them. It seems sad to give up one who is no much needed in the Masters work. Bro. Warren preached at Bethel on Saturday night, and on Lords day morning and at night, and next evening he was called to that happy home above! He has a brother and loving mother in Indiana somewhere; the brethren sent them a dispatch, but have not heard from them yet. They buried him in a nice and beautiful cemetery where the soft winds will whisper requiems, and the wild birds will sing sweetly over his grave.

May we all imitate his worthy example and meet Bro. Warren in heaven above.

Sherman Sexton., Metropolis City, Ill.

Gospel Advocate, August 5, 1891, page 491.

Warren, Sue Elizabeth

Mrs. Sue Elizabeth Warren, daughter of Brother and Sister Ed. Lisk, was born, in DeKalb County, Tenn., on October 5, 1853; was married, to Etheldred Warren, on October 13, 1870; obeyed the gospel, under the preaching of Brother Smith Denton, in August, 1873; and died, of pneumonia, on February 29, 1904. She leaves a husband, four children (one son and three daughters), and many relatives and friends to mourn their loss. Her faith in Christ was as strong as that of any one I ever knew, she having full confidence in the power and all-sufficiency of the gospel to save. When the question of duty was involved, she never wavered. Her unfaltering fidelity to duty and her loyalty to Christ were very commendable, indeed. She realized that God, in blessing her with children, had imposed a most important obligation to bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. So well did she and her husband discharge that duty that early in life all their children yielded to the loving invitations of the gospel. She has gone; her place is vacant in the community, in the church, in the home. Let us emulate her virtues and profit by her mistakes, and commit all to Him who doeth all things well.

L. S. Sanford.

Gospel Advocate, June 23, 1904, page 394.

Warren, Thomas B.

Thomas B. Warren, 80, died Aug. 8.

Warren had served as a minister, editor, debater and educator for more than 50 years.

He preached his first sermon in 1945, and, during his work with various Christian colleges, he served churches in Fort Worth and Houston, Texas, and Cookeville, Tenn. He preached in gospel meetings for more than 44 years.

As an educator, Warren was chairman of the Bible department at Fort Worth Christian School and later was president of the school. He was chairman of the Bible department at Freed-Hardeman University from 1964-71 and was professor of apologetics at Harding Graduate School from 1971-79. He had also taught at Tennessee Bible College and Abilene Christian University.

Warren had written numerous articles, journals, tracts, filmstrips and books including Marriage Is for Those Who love God and One Another, When Is an Example Binding?, Logic and the Bible, Keeping the Lock in Wedlock, Your Marriage Can Be Great, and Have Atheists Proved There Is No God? His most recent publication was titled Preparing the Heart for Submission to God.

In addition to his writing, Warren was founding editor of The Spiritual Sword Quarterly in 1958. He later served as its editor from 1969-89. He was staff writer for the Gospel Advocate from 1958-77.

Warren had great influence through his debates, writings and lectures. He was also name as a Trailblazer in the November 1999 GA.

Warren is survived by his wife of 59 years, Faye; two daughters, Karen Waters and Jan Coleman; a son, Lindsey; five grandsons and one great-grandson. (Picture included)

Arlington, Texas.

Gospel Advocate, October, 2000, page 41.

Warren, Walter E.

Walter E. Warren was born on September 4, 1875, and died on January 7, 1926. He was married to Katherine E. Harris on December 7, 1896. To this happy union there were born Mabel, Mary, Horace, M. T., and Elizabeth. He was born again on August 12, 1891. Brother Warren loved the truth. He was a friend to the poor. No one went from his door hungry or cold. The church at Rives, Tenn., misses him. He was a trustee of the Freed-Hardeman College from the beginning. He helped with his money when he thought good was being done. He leaves a rich heritagethe memory of a Christian life. That tells it all. His mother, wife, and all five children are Christians. How sweet to remember the many visits into that Christian home, so often the home of the preacher! When long distance said, Come, papa is dead, the writer could not say no. Brother Eph Smith, of Martin, Tenn., assisted the writer in a talk to a large gathering of relatives and friends at the burial. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.

A. G. Freed.

Gospel Advocate, October 7, 1926, page 953.

Warren, W. T.

W. T. Warren was born on November 4, 1844, and died on June 25, 1914. He was married in 1872. One child, W. E. Warren, was born on September 4, 1875, and is still living. In 1874 Brother and Sister Warren obeyed the gospel of Christ, and his life was spent in Gods service. He was a man of not many words, but a man of great force of characterstrong in his convictions of right, and especially strong in faith and loyalty to the teaching of the Bible. He was fully persuaded that the Bible, and the Bible only, is mans guide, and was strong in his opposition to all departures, additions, or subtractions therefrom. For many years he was one of the elders of the congregation at Rives, and always at his post of duty. In his death the congregation has sustained a great loss, as his place will be hard to fill. In his home his place can never be filled, but his loss is keenly felt by his wife, child, and grandchildren. If it be possible for us to form a correct idea of ones life as to the necessary preparation for the life to come, then we unhesitatingly say that Brother Warren possessed the necessary characteristics to be counted worthy of the kingdom of God and the joys and sweets of life that is life eternal. The funeral was conducted by the writer at Pleasant Hill in the presence of the congregation he had served so long and a host of sorrowing and sympathizing friends and neighbors. Let us strive to live as he lived, in the service of God, and at last enter into the rest that remains to the people of God.

John R. Williams.

Gospel Advocate, October 8, 1914, page 1067.

Warren, W. T.

Our little village (Granville) was made sad by the death of Bro. W. T. Warren on January 28, 1888. He was born in DeKalb county, Tenn., August 28, 1857, was a son of Bro. John E. and sister Nancy Warren. While still but a youth he put on the Lord in baptism. He was a member of a congregation that was somewhat lukewarm, did not look after and feed the lambs on the sincere milk of the word as it should have done; did not meet together upon the first day of the week to engage in breaking of bread and in prayers, and to teach and admonish each other as the disciples did in olden times. Therefore, he was left, as it were, to overcome the wiles and temptations of the wicked one without the admonition, encouragement and help a church ought to give to its young members. As a natural consequence of this neglect, our young brother, through the deceitfulness of sin, and the weakness of the flesh, became negligent of his duty, strayed from his Father, and walked in forbidden paths. On September 12, 1883, he was married to Miss Vallie Sadler. Their life together was short, but a very happy one, and no one knows the sadness of that devoted wifes heart but her and her God, and may He help her to patiently bear her bereavement is our prayer. During his sickness, and, by request, the writer spoke to him in regard to the future. He rested his hope of salvation on being forgiven as an erring child of God, and we are satisfied that during his sickness, which was several weeks, he confessed his unfaithfulness to his Father, and prayed continually that he might be forgiven, and God Says if we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Therefore, we hope to meet our brother in the paradise of God: where there shall be no more parting, and where the tears of sorrow cease to flow. He left, besides his devoted wife, a little bright-eyed boy, a noble Christian mother, brothers and sisters, and many other relatives as well as a large number of friends, to mourn his loss. We think we never saw a family more devoted to each other than the one of which this brother was a member, and their eyes are still wet with the tears of grief over the loss of the almost idolized son and brother, but we would say to them, and to the sorrow-stricken wife, weep not: you did all you could to make his life pleasant, you attended him faithfully and devotedly in his last moments, and now you should not wish to bring him back if you could, but prepare to meet him beyond the grave, where the sadness of your parting here shall forever be forgotten.

J. F. Montgomery., Granville, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, May 2, 1888, page 14.

Warren, William Lewis

William Lewis Warren was born in Butler County, Ky., on April 28, 1868; died at his home in the same county on February 22, 1936. He was married to Miss Cora Bradley on August 12, 1888. To this union was born one daughter, Mrs. Lottie Allen James, who survives him. He is also survived by his wife, who is now in very feeble health; also by a grandson, Orville Allen, who lived with him. Brother Warren became a Christian in early life, and was faithful to the end. He served for many years as an elder in the congregation at Warrens Mill, Butler County, Ky. He was a strong man, absolutely firm in his convictions. He was a moving spirit in several religious discussions with the denominations in his section, and through it all he maintained an attitude that won him the respect and esteem of his neighbors, regardless of their religious affiliations. Brother Warren spent his entire life in the community of his birth, and was an outstanding citizen. His neighbors often looked to him for leadership and counsel in their affairs. Funeral services were conducted at Warrens Mill by the writer.

Allen Phy.

Gospel Advocate, March 9, 1936, page 287.

Warren, Zach

Brother Zach. Warren was born in Cannon County, Tenn., in 1818, and died at his home near Plant, Humphreys County, Tenn., on September 15, 1905. Brother Warren had been a member of the body of Christ for fifty-five years, and was faithful even to the day of his death. While his death is a great loss to the church and community, to him it is but a triumphant entrance into the bright beyond. His remains were followed by a large number of friends and loved ones to the family burying ground, where he was laid to rest till the resurrection. Services were conducted by the writer.

A. S. Derryberry., Waverly, Tenn.

Gospel Advocate, October 12, 1905, page 655.

Warrington, James H.

James H. Warrington died on September 12, 1918, of typhoid fever. He made his home with his son. He was born in Kentucky on December 6, 1864. He moved to Arkansas with his mother about the year 1880, and made his home with her until she died. In about his twenty-eighth year he married Miss Kate Vauner. She died about 1899, leaving him two children and a niece to care for. On April 6, 1904, he married my mother. He lived with her until December 4, 1907. Then I was without mother or father, but Brother Warrington has been a mother and father to me for eleven years. His life was full of trouble, but he struggled through and saw all his children married. He leaves two children, a stepchild, a sister, a half-brother, other relatives, and a host of friends, to mourn his departure. He was a man that just had time to attend to his own business.

Jesse L. Beard.

Gospel Advocate, October 3, 1918, page 951.

Washburn, Matilda Ann

Matilda Ann Washburn died at her home, Gainesboro, Tenn., March 12, 1894. Sister Washburn was born Nov. 20, 1825. She was married to B. B. Washburn, Nov. 7, 1844, and her husband died July 13, 1878. She was the daughter of John M. and Nancy DeJarnette, and the mother of four sons and four daughters, but only two daughters and one son survive her. She obeyed the gospel under the preaching of Brother Trott, about the year 1844. She fought the battles of her Lord with as much zeal, spiritually woven into deeds of kindness, charity, love, and moral uprightness, as any sister known to me. It is believed by the family that she won her husband, B. B. Washburn, who was a prominent lawyer of Gainesboro, over to the cause of Christ by her kind conversation and unyielding zeal for the Lord. (See 1 Peter iii. 1.) She was one of the sisters who met to sing and pray in Gainesboro without any brethren to meet with them or to help them in their worship. This was during the last civil war, and for a while after the war. It is not any too much to say that she was one of the pillars of the church at Gainesboro. Once when there were no brethren to help these sisters in their worship, and at a time when the preaching brethren had neglected them, she said: It seems to me that as long as there are any roads that lead around Gainesboro, the preachers will not come and preach for us. A preaching brother once said to me: If all the people at Gainesboro desired to hear preaching like Sister Washburn, I would like to preach at Gainesboro. But, alas! We read: 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 mother has been taken from the children; another good citizen has been taken from the town of Gainesboro; another bright and burning light has been taken from the Church of God at Gainesboro. Gone from earth, but we trust to heaven. A short time before she breathed her last, she raised her hand and said, Mr. Washburn, as if she were in company with her husband, although her husband had been dead fifteen years. She never complained of any one during her illness. As she had lived to a good old age and did her part well, and at last paid the suffering of death, we cannot wish her here again to undergo the same. While heart, friends, and flesh have failed her, Jesus and the angels will comfort her. And while the ties of friends and relatives have been severed, we believe that the spiritual ties made by her obedience to the gospel will hold good with Jesus throughout eternity. So, dear relatives, we weep not as those who have no hope. Then, oh then, prepare to meet my sister and your mother where the saints die no more.

Hyram Pharris.

Gospel Advocate, April 5, 1894, page 214.

Washington, Edna

The death angel called for the spirit of Sister Edna Washington on June 9, 1930. She had lived a widow for forty-two years, having been the wife of Brother Jesse Washington, who was called to his reward forty-two years ago. She was in her eightieth year. She was very industrious, well versed in the Scriptures, and used them in her conversation often. Her father lived to be one hundred and three years old; her grandmother, one hundred and fifteen. She leaves four sons, twenty-seven grandchildren, and twenty-eight great-grandchildren. One boy is badly afflicted, which kept her at home all the while. She read a great deal and was ready at all times to give a reason for the hope of eternal life. She helped to do her washing four days before her call. We hope to meet her, with all her loved ones, around the throne of God, where we can sing praises to him through eternity.

Gospel Advocate, June 26, 1930, page 617.

Wasson, Gretchen Ann

Gretchen Ann Wasson, wife of Homer W. Wasson of St. Augustine, Fla., passed from this life on November 25, 1976. Services were conducted by the writer.

Sister Gretchen was born September 30, 1913, and lived most of her life in St. Augustine. He made a Bible tour of the Holy Land in the early summer of 1972. She was a reader of the Gospel Advocate for forty years.

Survivors, besides her husband, are, one daughter, Diane Elizabeth Ferrell, one son, Richard Homer Wasson, and five grandchildren, all of St. Augustine.

W. E. Black.

Gospel Advocate, February 3, 1977, page 77.

Wasson, Zora Ethel

Mrs. Zora Ethel Wasson, the former Zora Ethel Brown, died December 14, 1969, in St. Augustine, Fla.

Services were conducted at St. Augustine, by George A. McWhorter, Sr. and Wilbur E. Black. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery. She would have been 82 on her next birthday. Mr. Wasson died May 16, 1962. He was actively faithful until death.

Mrs. Wasson with her husband, Walter Herman Wasson, and family moved to this city in 1925 from Nashville, Tenn. The Wassons and the Larimore Copeland family began meeting I their houses for church services. A small store building was converted for use in 1927 on Masters Drive. A large building was built in 1946 at 132 Oveida Street. In 1966, property was purchased and the present building was erected at 260 Lewis Speedway.

Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Katie Frech, Atlanta, Ga.; Mrs. Ophelia Grant, Cartersville, Ga.; Miss Dorothy Wasson, St. Augustine; six sons, Bill and Woodrow Wasson of Nashville, Tenn.; Louise Homer and Eugene Wasson, of St. Augustine, Walter Wasson, Atlanta, Ga.; and ten brothers and sisters, fourteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Grandma Wasson, as she was affectionately known, loved the Lord, his church, her family and her neighbors. She was a beloved friend to all with whom she came in contact, young and old alike. She was a faithful and ardent worker for the Lord, the church and the salvation of souls throughout her life. Her influence for good lives in the lives of those who knew her. She rests from her labors and her works do follow her.

George A. McWhorter, Sr.

Gospel Advocate January 15, 1970, page 47.

Waters, Bettie

On March 4, 1907, the grim reaper, Death, came and took Sister Bettie Waters, of Maldon Church, to the great renewal where there is no more trouble or heartaches. She was a gem of a woman. She said she was willing to go. She leaves a husband and other relatives and friends to mourn her loss. May we all live in faith and hope and do our duty. There are souls to save from sin and death, the hungry to feed, the naked to clothe, and the unlearned to teach in the way of truth.

P. G. Wright.

Gospel Advocate, May 23, 1907, page 333.

Waters, George W., Sr.

My dear father, George W. Waters, Sr., was born on February 14, 1830, and departed this life on November 3, 1915, after a serious accident. He lived only a few hours afterwards. He was seemingly in perfect health, only he was growing very feeble, being in his eighty-fifth year. So we could not hope for him to be with us a great while longer. But being sick such a short time, his death came as quite a shock to his wife, children, relatives, and friends. His poor little wife, hearing him fall, was first to reach him. Then we children were called and were all soon by his bedside, except one son in Georgia and one above Lebanon, who did not arrive until he had breathed his last. We miss himyes, we miss himand sorrow on account of his death, but not as those who have no hope. His faithfulness in the Lord and his life since his obedience to the gospel, well spent in his service, make us to hope to meet him in a more blissful clime. He delighted in the service of the Master, was always present on Lords day when able to go, and was ever ready to assist and do anything he could for the cause of the Lord. His life was patient, humble, kind, and he was respected for his honesty and truthfulness. He was always ready to lend a helping hand. We miss his gentle voice, his presence, his dear companionship; we miss his feeble footsteps; we miss him everywhere. Brother Pittman, of Nashville, read and spoke words of comfort to the sorrowing family and friends at Maple Hill Christian Church, which father was so proud of. The interment took place in Bethlehem cemetery, where he was laid to await the resurrection.

His Daughter.

Gospel Advocate, December 23, 1915, page 1300.

Waters, Hugh

Dr. Hugh Waters was born in Arkansas, May 27, 1857, and obeyed the gospel about 1878. He was married to Sister Mattie Goodall, Tuckers Cross Roads, Tenn., June 28, 1883, where he has since lived. He died March 3, 1895. In early life he was left an orphan. He received his literary education at Burritt College, and afterwards graduated at the Medical Department of the University of Tennessee. He entered at once into the practice of his chosen profession, and would ride day or night to relieve suffering. He was very much devoted to his profession. He said its duties kept him away from church most of the time, and that was all he regretted about it. He leaves his wife and one only childa boy about nine years oldto meet the realities of life without the protection of a devoted husband and father. On Sunday evening, March 3, he was brutally assassinated while on his way to visit some patients. The whole country was soon in a blaze of excitement, and people flocked from every direction to the scene. On Tuesday following, in the Methodist church house near his home, the writer preached his funeral to a very large crowd of sorrowing relatives and friends. I never heard more expressions of regret at the loss of one man and sympathy for the widow and orphan boy. I would not try to make the impression that he was perfect, for none of us reach sinless perfection in this life. He was impulsive, and perhaps too quick to resent an insult or injury. It can be truly said of him that he was kind to his family, and did all he could to relieve the suffering and poor. He had a pleasant home, and was succeeding well. A few extracts from a letter written by Sister Waters will serve to illustrate his true character and home life: He had an abiding faith in God and his dear Son, and had great respect for the person whom he believed to be a true Christian. His sympathies were ever with the poor and afflicted, and his energy bent toward relieving them. Especially was he in sympathy with orphan children, for having been left an orphan at an early age to battle with the adversities of life, he well knew the trials, troubles, and heartaches they were subjected to, but he seldom reverted to those days except to encourage some struggling youth on to honorable manhood. I never heard a dishonorable expression escape his lips. His conversation in our home was pure and chaste. His highest ambition was to implant principles of honor in Willie, our only child. In disposition he was impulsive, courageous, and brave. He was true to his friends and generous to their faults. He never engaged in idle gossip. The following is the last statement he ever made about his home. On the day before he met his death, while talking to his wife and son, he said: Who has a happier little home than we? Too happy to last. May the widow and orphan ever look to Jesus and meet the realities of life bravely, and may we all so live as to finally enjoy the home prepared for all who love and serve God.

L. S. White.

Gospel Advocate June 13, 1895, page 380.

Waters, Novie

It is with sadness that I write of the death of Sister Novie Waters. She was born on April 22, 1881, and departed this life on July 15, 1907. She was the daughter of Brother and Sister Corley, of Haleys Mill, Ky. She was married to Brother Joe Waters about seven years ago. Their short journey together was very agreeable and pleasant. Four years ago she, with her husband and other members of her fathers family, was baptized into Christ. Since that time she has been devoted to Christ, earnestly and faithfully discharging her duty. She leaves, to mourn her departure, an affectionate husband and a little daughter, a devoted father and mother, brothers and sisters (all of whom are Christians, with the exception of the little five-year-old daughter), and a host of friends. But we do not mourn as those who have no hope; for if we continue faithful unto the end, we shall go to her, but she shall not return to us.

H. H. West.

Gospel Advocate, August 22, 1907, page 542.