Taylor County Obits
November 1889

The Butler Herald
Tuesday, December 17, 1889
Page Three
In Memoriam
William David, eldest son of W.C. and A.L. Byrd was born August 12th 1887 and died November 2nd 1889, after a short illness of three days.  Thus in that brief time how great the change can be, how soon the bright horizon of life may be obscured by dark and almost impenetrable clouds of sorrow.  How soon the joyous, glad light of the household may be veiled in sadness.  And the heart and soul that were inflated with a bright prospect for future happiness made to bleed at every pore.  The fond hope of a mother’s heart blighted.  The bright anticipations that gilded a father’s life, so soon darkened.  So it was, so it is, with the home of brother and sister Byrd.  Loving hearts, gentle hands and professional aid did all that was possible to stay the approach of death, but all in vain.  His remains were interred in the cemetery at Crowell’s.  A large crowd of sympathizing friends being present.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.T. Adams. May God in His infinite love, aided by His spirit help the parents and loved ones reach the light which shines so brightly in the window of heaven for them.  ***** Submitted by Carla Miles

The Butler Herald
Tuesday, December 17, 1889
Page Three
In Memoriam
Mrs. Mary E. Streetman, wife of Mr. M. C. Streetman, and daughter of M. E. Cook, was born in Taylor County, Ga., January 1st 1859, and departed this life in Calhoun County, Fla., November 2nd 1889, after about two weeks illness. Her health had been declining for several months.  In a short time the spirit took its flight into the glory world to await the coming of her husband and children.  She was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church.  She was a  Christian lady and much loved by all who knew her.  She called her little children to her bedside, kissed them all and repeated, “I am going home and want all to go with me.”  She was sensible of her death, but suffered great pains.  Oh! how sad for the mother, husband, four little children and other relatives to have to mourn her loss.   Her form was laid to rest near her home; prayer by Mittie Duke at the grave.
Why lament the Christian dying?
Why indulge in tears or gloom?
Calmly on the Lord relying,
He can greet the opening tomb.
M.E. Streetman  ***** Submitted by Carla Miles

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