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Death Date (or newspaper date) |
| SAUNDERS, Mary | August 20, 1889 |
| SAUNDERS, Dr. Simon H. | October 5,1886 |
| SAUNDERS , Uncle Tom | March 2, 1900 |
| SAUNDERS, Mrs. William | July 30, 1889 |
| SHARP , Joe | March 17, 1899 |
| SHEPHARD , Jane | August 11, 1899 |
| SHIRLEY, Infant | January 25, 1895 |
| SIMS , Jim | June 8, 1900 |
| SINGLEY, Infant | December 14, 1886 |
| SLAUGHTER, Charlie | March 8, 1882 |
| SMITH, Austin | February 14, 1896 |
| SMITH, John | November 26, 1889 |
| SMITH, John Franklin | September 1, 1886 |
| SMITH, Little Julia | September 27, 1894 |
| SMITH, Mrs. Lucy | September 3, 1896 |
| SMITH, Mary Jane | May 28, 1895 |
| SMITH, Mrs. R. V. | June 9, 1881 |
| SMITH, Samuel F. | September 1, 1889 |
| SMITH, Mrs. W. F. | ??? |
| SMITH, William Riley | January 14, 1881 |
| STALLSWORTH, Ed | May 16, 1889 |
| STANDARD , Charles B. | January 22, 1900 |
| STODGEHILL, Wm. F | October 4, 1856 |
| STRICKLAND, Mrs. B. B. | January 21, 1897 |
| SWANN, Mr. W. F. | June 11, 1889 |
| SWANSON, Judge F. M. | January 21, 1897 |
| SWIFT, Mrs. Ann | November 15, 1828 |
| SWINT , Mrs. D. D. | June 8, 1900 |
| SWINT ,Mrs. John | May 26, 1899 |
Mary Saunders
Death is at all times sad, and under all circumstances. The putting away in the silence of the tomb of a loved form, the stilling of a heart whose every pulsation beat in unison with our own, the silencing, with the cold seal of death, of the lips which were wont continually to speak to us in loving words of endearment, is inexpressibly sad. But separation and bleeding hearts are inevitable in this life, but language can never fathom the depth of a family�s anguish when they first realize that Mother is dead. The loving lips are mute, the beaming eye is lustless, and the soft, tender hands will cling to us no more forever. The garments she wore and pillow, upon which her head reposed tenantless and neglected, proclaims that Mother is no longer here, and the hearts of the family are restless with despair. They cannot feel that what seems to us but sad funeral tapers
No. Children, Mother is not dead � she is only a visitor, a guest who has left for a healthier, happier home, �in the summer land of song� � gone to receive the fostering care of a parent yet more tender and loving than she was; gone to register another arrival on the lamb�s book of life. Now would you feign have Mother reign her crown, give back her harp, squander her immortal heritage and like a prodigal, leave the Father�s house and come back to be fed on the husk and endure the pains and cares which are inevitable in this bleak and desolate existence? Ah, no; for while the dust weeps the soul has cause for joy � joy that reaches and expands beyond expression, for Mother has found refuge from danger, a shelter from the storm and she is now clothed in a robe which cost the wealth of Heaven to buy. You, too, are passing away close behind; almost in calling distance of your angel Mother. That Mother is as an anchor lifted from earth to moor you to the skies. Already you feel that the clouds which bind you here are loosening and unseen hands beckon you from the distant shore, and when your time comes Mother will see you coming, her harp will fall, her crown lie dropped and forgotten, as she bends forward and reaches her arms towards you, and sing with Heaven�s sweetest sweetness, �Children, dear children, come Home to me now.�
(Middle Ga Argus � Week of August 20, 1889)
Submitted by
Dr. Simon H. Saunders
We regret to announce the death of Dr. Simon H. Saunders, at Frankville on Wednesday night of last week. He was well known to our people having lived many years in this county. He was once a prominent physician and politician, and at one time represented this county in the Legislature.
(Middle Ga Argus � Week of October 5,1886)
Submitted by
Mrs. William Saunders
Mrs. Saunders, wife of Mr. Wm. Saunders, of Stark, died on Sunday from an attack of typhoid fever. Her remains were interred at Macedonia on Monday. We extend our sympathies.
(Middle Ga Argus � Week of July 30, 1889)
Submitted by
Shirley Infant
Mr. Shirey lost an infant last week, which died of measles. Just one month previous to his death, Mr. Shirey had lost a little girl. (Jackson Argus - Week of January 25, 1895)
Submitted by
Singley Infant Child
An infant child of Mr. And Mrs. John Singley died one day last week.
(Middle Ga Argus � Week of December 14,1886)
Submitted by
Charlie Slaughter
Charlie Slaughter, col, died last week near Indian Springs. Dr. Bryans, a prominent young physician of this place, held a post-mortem examination and found that both lungs had almost entirely perished away.
(Jackson News - Week of March 8, 1882)
Submitted by
Austin Smith
Mr. Austin Smith an old and honored citizen of Butts County died at his home near Kevs Mill on Monday last. Mr. Smith was 85 years old at his death and had been a member of the church over half a century during which time his life was that of an upright man. His remains were interred at the family burial grounds on Tuesday morning.
(Jackson Argus - Week of February 14, 1896)
Submitted by
John Smith
John Smith, col., while working Mr. J. E. Childs� ginnery at Jenkinsburg on Friday allowed his arm to come in contact with the gin saws. His right arm was terribly lacerated from his hand to his shoulder, and from loss of blood he died on Saturday. Drs. Bryans and Ellis were called in on Saturday morning, but it was too late to save his life. Be careful how you �monkey� with a cotton gin.
(Middle Ga Argus � Week of November 26, 1889)
Submitted by
John Franklin Smith
On September 1st. 1886 Gods angels passed over the home of John Franklin Smith and took his spirit back to Him who gave it.
Can we see any love and mercy in the bereavement? Oh yes. To the one who has �been born again� there is mercy in this angel visit. The love of family and friends constraineth us to remain with them, but when the veil is removed and we behold Him in whose keeping the bereaved ones are left, then that love and mercy can be realized.
How can we know that this messenger was to our departed friend a messenger of love and tender mercy? Because of his humble walk, godly conversation and christian virtues reflected the jewel in the soul. That jewel which always draws us nearer together in this world of sin and sorrow, and strengthens our desire to follow at into the realms of eternal bliss.
What friend or relative can remember that pleasant smile without feeling that to see it on the other shore will relieve their tears when they too are called to pass through the valley and shadow of death?
He was born February 21st, 1853, and united in matrimony to Miss Caroline Barnett on January 15, 1874. He was united to the Baptist church in 1877, and lived a consistent life until he departed in full triumph, leaving his request to his family and friends, to prepare for the meeting off the land behold the grave.
Will we not heed this admonition? Will there be one of us who will refuse to prepare for the angel�s coming, and be ready to adopt the sentiment of the poet in the following lines: (Did not copy the poem as it was long and no genealogical information)
(Middle Ga Argus � Week of November 23,1886)
Submitted by
Little Julia Smith
The angel reaper, Death, visited our city on last Thursday and clasped in its cold embrace Little Julia Smith, 3 years of age, the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Smith, of Jackson. Little Julia was striken with diphtheria some three weeks ago, and at one time was thought to be convalescing, and her hundreds of friends were confident of an early recovery, but a relapse occurred which soon overcame her vitally and she sank rapidly under its weakening influences.
Rev. J. H. Eakes, of Atlanta, preached the funeral sermon at the Methodist church, of which she was a member.
There was a large concourse of people present, and as Mr. Eakes dwelt upon the Christian virtues of this loveable child, it seems to be as if a pin fall would have marred the solemnity of the occasion. No death has ever elicited such genuine sympathy in our midst, as did the demise of this charming example of Christ and His works. Julia has left a large concourse of friends to mourn her departure, and a place is vacant in a home, which has once reverberated with the merry prattle of her childish voice, but is now stilled with the lamentable mourning of grief stricken parents. Our sympathies are extended to the sorrowing family in their distress, and as consolation we point them to God who doeth all thing for the best.
The remains were interred in the Jackson cemetery on Friday afternoon, and were followed to their last resting place by an exceeding large concourse of friends.
(
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 27, 1894)
Submitted by
Lucy Smith
Mrs. Lucy Smith died at the home of Mr. A. M. Pace Sunday. She was 95 years old and was a good, consecrated woman. She was buried at the family burying ground near Stark, last Monday.
(Jackson Argus - Week of September 3, 1896)
Submitted by
Mary Jane Smith
was born in Butts County, Ga. on Feb. 25th, 1838 and was the daughter of John A. Smith, who came from South Carolina and subsequently moved to Alabama.
She married Robert J. Gibson on Jan. 6, 1854 to whom she bore three daughters and one son. After his death, she remarried J. J. Gibson on April 27, 1868 and two sons have been born to them. They came to Pike County, AL. soon after their marriage and shortly after, Mrs. Gibson joined the M.E. Church South at William's Chapel and has been a consistent member of the denomination to the day of her death which occurred near Brundidge on the 28th of May. For 25 years, she has been afflicted with dropsy, which caused her death. The remains were interred in the Brundidge Cemetery in AL.
(Brundidge Newspaper 1 June 1895)
Submitted by
Mrs. R. V. Smith
Our county is again saddened by the untimely and almost sudden death of a highly esteemed lady, Mrs. R. V. Smith, which occurred at her home in this county on Monday evening last.
The shadow of gloom that spread over our entire county, upon the announcement of the sudden death of our beloved fellow citizen Mr. Carter Carmichael, had not passed away before another equally as shocking followed the announcement of the death of this good lady.
Its hard to part with those we love under any circumstances, but tis doubly hard to see the fond mother in the noonday of life torn form the little ones, but this world is a hard one at best and we must submit to the dispensations of providence. It was the decree of the one in whom she trusted, to call her away from a little tinny form, to which she had given birth just two hours before her death, but as it was her pleasure in life to live submissive to HIS will she has been called to meet her reward.
(Middle Ga. Argus - Week of May 12, 1881)
Mrs. R. V. Smith, nee Jenkins whose death has before been published was born in Jasper county, June 8th,1849, lived there till she was married October 26, 1869. She united with the Baptist church Euon in county in 1867, and was baptized the second Sabbath in December of that year by Rev. A. J. Freeman.
She removed her membership from that church to Indian Spring more than a year ago, and until her death remained a consistent member thereof.
She was an obedient and loving daughter, a kind sister, and most devoted wife.
She was a kind and indulgent mother, and her tender care and instructions will be missed for many years to come, by her five little orphans.
But, her good works were not confined to home alone. She was a pleasant companion for both old and young. No lady had more, or warmer friends, and none deserved or appreciated them more highly. She was a good neighbor - a friend to the poor - a nurse for the sick, and her sweet smiles and gentle influence will be long missed, throughout the community in which she lived.
Her kindness is remembered with emotions of love and gratitude by those whom she befriended while in life. She was a devout Christian - hence she was ready to go, when her Savior called her home to Heaven. Her gentle spirit passed beyond our recall about six o'clock on 10th inst, and we must submit although the separation is grievous and hard to bear.
She said many fond and endeavoring things to her husband and children her dying moments - asking her Savior to be merciful to them. On being asked if she felt entirely willing, she replied: Yes! - I feel like I'll be free from all trials, woes and suffering.
She was conscious to the last after she became too weak to speak, she raised her eyes to her Mother, and raising both her hands clasped them together in an exulting manner and with a smile of ecstatic joy folded them across her breast and fell asleep in Jesus.
She is gone, we shall meet no more on earth her genial face. May God in his infinite mercy, soften the blow to her husband and children, is the sincere wish of one who truly loved her.
(Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 9, 1881)
Submitted by
Samuel F. Smith - Resolution
In this, our last tribute of respect to our father, Samuel F. Smith, who died Sept 1st, 1889, in the 70th year of his age, we desire to record a few of his noble traits of character, and at the same time impress his posterity with the desire to emulate the virtues of his useful life.
While we would speak of the virtues of our father, we can say of him that which we would feel a delicacy in saying of another: He had his faults and made some mistakes � who has not?
He was born in Fairfield, S. C. the 14th of December 1819, and moved to this county when about 10 years of age and has resided in this county until his death.
When about 22 years of age he was happily married to Aney Lindsey, daughter of Hon. Parham Lindsey, of this county. She survives him to mourn his loss.
They embarked on the journey of life with no fortune except good health and sufficient energy to carve out of adverse circumstances and surroundings a handsome estate.
He was twice elected to the legislature and received many words of commendation from his constituency for his efforts in behalf of this section of the State.
In every walk of hi life his sympathy and influence was given to the weak or needy, and it was a common saying among his neighbors that he had given the helping hand to more people than any man in the county.
In peach or war, he was never known to turn a deaf ear to the appeals of the needy.
He opposed the dissolution of the Union with all the power he could command, but when the lines were drawn he gave his sons, and his own service to the South. When the war closed he advocated reunion on the best terms we could get. He taught his children that honor and virtue were above price, and the highest jewels that one can possess in this life.
He lived what he taught, but never made any profession of religion, and we think this the mistake of his life. His fault, and the only one we can call to mine during his long and useful life, was profanity. But, be it said to his credit, he was never known to take the name of God in vain unless swayed by passion.
He adhered strictly to the code of Christ in his dealings with his fellow man.
While I was writing his will a short time before his death, he expressed the desire that his children would adhere to the �golden� rule in - - - (note: one line is in crease of paper and illegible) - - - transactions in future life. He expressed the perfect confidence in having so raised his children that no one would take a farthing the advantage of the other.
Now, Brothers and Sisters let us not betray his confidence. Let us strive to carry out his will to the letter and spirit. We know how he desired us to act, one towards another and towards our fellow man.
We know how earnestly he desired that truth, virtue and honor should be exemplified in our lives. Let us make our influence felt for good in every walk of life, so it may be said of him, �though he is dead, yet he liveth.�
Let us be noble, let us be true, let us be just. Let us be true to each other, true to our fellow man, true to our country, and above all, true to the cause of Christ, who has given us the examples to govern all our actions, and inspirations to follow such examples.
W. F. Smith � Flovilla, Ga., September 12, 1889
(Middle Ga Argus � Week of September 27, 1889)
Submitted by
Resolutions of Respect � Mrs. W. F. Smith Flovilla Lodge, I.O.G.T. We, the committee appoint to draft resolutions on the death of Mrs. W. F. Smith, tender the following resolutions to the lodge. Whereas, God in His mysterious providence, has seen fit to remove from our midst our beloved sister, Mrs. W. F. Smith, and Whereas, the relationship held by her with the members of this Lodge, renders it proper that we should place upon record our appreciation of her services and her merits as a lady. It is, therefore, Resolved, 1, That we deplore her loss with deep feelings of regret, softened only by the confident hope that her spirit is with those who, having fought the good fight here are enjoying perfect happiness in a world that is better than this. Resolve, 2, That in the death of sister Smith the lodge has lost an efficient member, that temperance oses an ardent supporter. Resolve, 3, That we extend our sympathy to the bereaved husband and children in the loss of one so true in all the relations of life. We fail to see why she should have been taken from them; but we all realize that God is merciful and just and knows what is best. Resolve, 4, That a copy of these resolutions be furnished the family of the deceased, and that they be transcribed on a blank page of our recorder´s book. Committee: T. J. Irby Ch´m´n, Henrietta Jordan, R. L. Allen
Submitted by
William Riley Smith
William Riley Smith was born December the 17th, 1860 and departed this life January the 14th, 1881.
It is a sad thing to contemplate the cutting down of a young man in the full vigor of early manhood er'e the meridian of life is reached, when all the enchanting scenes of life, and the alluring anticipations of a bright future is spread out before him. But not so with the deceased, as it pleased an all wise creator to place upon him a life of affliction; all the
panoramic" beauties and splendor of this life being obscured by suffering. The courts above decreed that his joys and bliss, should be eternal, and the beauties of glittering splendor reserved for him in the "home beyond the tide".
He has been called higher, to the rewards held in store for a dutiful son, for it was one of the distinguished traits of his character to be obedient to his earthly parents.
And while they have been over whelmed with grief, for the loss of a cherished son, they should bear in mind that their loss is his gain, and they should only ask for a share in the enjoyment of immortal glory.
(Middle Ga. Argus - May 5, 1881)
Submitted by
Ed Stallsworth
The funeral of Mr. Ed. Stallsworth will be preached on Sunday evening the 16th, inst., at his residence, one mile above here.
( note: in the Hodges Mill Community News column) (Middle Ga Argus � Week of June 11, 1889)
Submitted by
Wm. F. Stodgehill
We the committee to who was referred the duty of reporting suitable resolutions upon the death of Brother Wm. F. Stodgehill, of Butts County, who departed this life October 4th make the following report����..
(No genealogical information in body of resolution.)
���and a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the widow of our deceased brother.
C. Summers, J.R. McCord, Committee
(Empire State - Spalding County - Week of October 22, 1856)
Submitted by
Mrs. B. B. STRICKLAND
Mrs. B. B. Strickland died at her home in the upper part of this county last Friday after an illness of about two weeks of pneumonia. The interment occurred at Wynn's Mills in Henry county on Sunday.
Mrs. Strickland's maiden name was Miss Virginia Childs. She was a member of the Baptist church and was never happier than when engaged in church work. Her husband found in her a charming helpmate and during their wedded life they were ever happy in the captainship of each other.
Mrs. Strickland contributed much good to the world in her children. It was her fortune to raise six girls who are respected and admired wherever they are known.
(Jackson Argus - Week of January 21, 1897)
Submitted by
Mr. W. F. Swan
Mr. W. F. Swan, for many years of resident of this place, died at his sister�s in Troup County on Friday at 12 o�clock. His remains were brought to Jackson on Saturday where they were met at the depot by the members of St. John�s Lodge of masons, to which he had long been a beloved and honored member, and conveyed to the residence of Mr. H. N. Byars where they remained till 12 o�clock and then conveyed to the cemetery by his brothers of the mystic tie and interred with the usual Masonic honors. His brother-in-law, Mr. E. P. Cleveland, accompanied his remains to Jackson. It will be remembered that Mr. Swan received a stroke of paralysis some time ago, and, after several weeks confinement to his bed was carried to his sister�s in Troup where he gradually grew worse until death came to his relief, as above stated.
(Middle Ga Argus � Week of June 11, 1889)
W. F. Swan
In memorium
Whereas God in his wisdom has seen fit to remove from our midst our beloved brother, W. F. Swan, it becomes us as his brothers and members of this Lodge to pay this or last tribute of respect to the memory of our departed brother.
And whereas we, the members of St. John�s Lodge F. and A. M. No. 45, acknowledging the justice of God in thus removing our brother, we cannot help mourning his loss. Therefore:
Resolve. 1st. That we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well. And in reviewing his life we recognize the fact that he is not dead but sleepeth, and that his example as a Mason will bear fruit for many long years to come.
2nd. That this Lodge has lost a consistent and zealous member, and the community a good and true citizen.
3rd. That to his bereaved relatives and friends we tender our sympathies and point them to one who tempers the winds to the shorn lambs.
4th. That a blank page of our record book be devoted to his memory and the date of his birth, death, etc., be inscribed thereon, and that in further memory of our brother we wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days.
5th. That these resolutions be published in the Middle Georgia Argus and Jackson News and that a copy of the same be presented to the sister of our deceased brother.
J. H. McCallum, D. J. Thaxton, Samuel McKibben, Committee
Submitted by
Judge F. M. Swanson
In the death of Judge F. M. Swanson, which occurred at his home in this place last Monday afternoon at 8 o'clock, Jasper county has sustained a sad loss. For more than twenty years he had faithfully served the people as ordinary, and the announcement of his death has carried gloom to the hearts of many who had frequently gone to him for counsel and instruction. Although Judge Swanson had been a great sufferer for the past few years, yet he never neglected a duty, and came to his office on Tuesday preceding his death to look after official business. A severe attack of grip, connected with a throat trouble, did the fatal work.
Judge Swanson was in his 70th year at the time of his death, and during his long and eventful life had seen many changes in our county. As a citizen both private and public, he was loved and honored, and in every capacity bore a reputation without stain.
The funeral occurred from the Baptist church Tuesday afternoon, Rev. E. W. Sammons of Round Oak officiating, where a large concourse of friends had assembled to pay a last loving tribute to his memory. After a long life, full of good works and noble charities, he sleeps peacefully near the little church he loved so well awaiting the resurrection morn. Jasper County News
Jackson Argus - Week of January 21, 1897)
Submitted by
Swift, Mrs. Ann,
Died in Jackson, Butts Co., 15th Nov. 1828, in her 24th year,
Mrs. Ann Swift, consort of Dr. John D. Swift.
(The Macon Telegraph - Nov. 24, 1828)
Notes-
John D. Swift was the FIRST buyer of a LOT in the town of Jackson.
He was the first to record his deed, John D. Swift of Newton County,
January 30, 1827.
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