PAGE COURIER OBITUARIES 1869-1911
Mrs. Harry Adkins (Henry Atkins)
Page Courier, Thursday 3 May 1888
Mrs. Adkins, the wife of Harry Adkins, who died a number of years ago, died at the residence of her son, Mr. Geo. W. Adkins, near Sperryville, last Wednesday, April 25. She was about 88 years of age. She was the mother of Mrs. Geo. W. Woodward, and Mrs. John Haney, of this place. Her funeral was preached by Elder Booton, of Luray.
Mrs. Aleshire & Nauman Child & Graves Child***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Dec 1896
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Page Co., Dec. 15, 1896
James T. Phillips has furnished three coffins in the last ten days- Mrs. Aleshire, near Honeyville, 63 years old; and another child of J.M. Nauman's, and Mr. Graves' little child.
Mrs. Barbara Ann Aleshire
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Oct 1899
DIED
On the 29th of September, 1899, of typhoid fever, Mrs. Barbara Ann Frances Aleshire, wife of Mr. B.F. Aleshire and daughter of Mr. Isaac Sours; aged 42 years, 10 months and 13 days. Her funeral was preached on Saturday by Rev. Jno. N. Stirewalt. She leaves a husband and seven children to mourn her death.
Chrisley Aleshire***
Pencilgraphs
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Apr 1903
Died at his home near Marksville on the 17th of April, Mr. Chrisley Aleshire. He was an aged and respected man. He was buried at Mt. Zion Dunkard church Saturday, the funeral services being conducted by Elder Joseph Foster. He had been employed by Mr. Jas. W. Koontz for forty years.
Mrs. Christopher Aleshire
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jun 1891
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Va. June 3, 1891
Deaths
Mrs. Christopher Aleshire died on last Thursday night near Marksville.
Emanuel Aleshire (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Apr 1902
Marksville Mention, Marksville, VA 1 Apr 1902
Mr. Emanuel Aleshire died at the residence of his son, Mr. Isaac I. Aleshire, near Stanley, Monday evening. He was in the 90th year of his age. He leaves several sons and daughters and a great many grand-children to mourn his loss... He worked up to last summer and made a hand. Rev. N.O. Sowers will preach his funeral.
Emanuel Aleshire (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Apr 1902, no. 52, pg. 2, col. 4
Death of Mr. Emanuel Aleshire
Mr. Aleshire died March 31, 1902, after an illness of four weeks, being in an unconscious condition the last two weeks. He was born in this county, near Stanley, close to the old Lutheran church on 6th of June 1812, making him at death 89 years, 9 months and 25 days old. He is survived by three sisters: Mrs. Nancy Painter, Mrs. Susan Price, and Mrs. Frances Good, and two sons: George W. Aleshire and Isaac I. Aleshire, and two daughters: Mrs. Margaret Taylor and Mrs. Marinda Painter, besides 26 grand-children and about the same number of great-grand-children. His funeral was preached by the writer at the Advent church, near Stanley, to a crowded house... A very industrious man; seemd to have no enemies, with good-will for every one... He had never connected himself with any church. I have held conversations with him in reference to his hope for hereafter, and he always said: "My only trust is in what Jesus has done for me; I have no other hope; I trust aline in His death and merits."... N.O. SOWERS
Mrs. George W. Aleshire
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Jul 1906
Marksville Mention, Stanley Statements
Good Woman Goes to Her Reward
We regret to record the death of Mrs. George W. Aleshire, which occurred very unexpectedly at her home near Stanley, last Saturday, July 14th. She had been in ill-health for some time, though no one though her condition so serious. Her husband at the time of her death was in Winchester, where he was being treated for cancer, and the sad news- which was broken to him as he descended the car steps at Stanley Saturday evening, was indeed a crushing blow to him!.. Mrs. Aleshire was a daughter of the late Abram Painter, a graduate of the Deaf, Dumb and Blind Institute at Staunton, and was a bright, cheerful woman, notwithstanding her great affliction- that of being blind all her life. She leaves a husband, three brothers- Messrs. John W., Jubal and Isaac Painter, and two sisters- Mrs. John Short and Mrs. Henry Petefish, all living near Stanley.
Isaac Aleshire (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Mar 1899 (Front Page)
DEATH OF AN AGED CITIZEN
MR ISAAC ALESHIRE
an old and highly esteemed citizen of Marksville District (mention of whose illness has been made several times in these columns) died at his home near Leaksville, Wednesday morning, February 22, 1899, in the 70th year of his age. He leaves an aged companion in feeble health. His funeral was preached on Friday morning by Elder T.S. Dalton, of the Old School Baptist Church, of which church Mr. Aleshire had been a member for about twenty years.
Isaac Aleshire (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Mar 1899
MASSANUTTON MATTERS
MASSANUTTON, VA March 1, 1899
Mr. Isaac Aleshire, whose condition we reported last week as being somewhat better, suffered a relapse and died of pneumonia on Wednesday last. His funeral took place at Alma on Friday by Elder Dalton, in the presence of a large congregation. Mr. Aleshire was a consistent member of the Old School Baptist church for quite a number of years.
Jacob Aleshire
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Jun 1880
JACOB ALESHIRE, a very old citizen of the county living near the head of the little Hawksbill, died on June 7th, from old age.
He was about 83 years old and had been confined to his room for some months.He was a member of the Disciples church for almost 15 years, having before that time been a member of the O.S. Baptist church. His funeral was preached by Elder John Huffman of the Tunker church.
Joseph Aleshire
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Aug 1909
Marksville Mention, Stanley Statements
Mr. Joseph Aleshire, a very old man died at his home about 3 miles south of Marksville last Saturday.
Mrs. Noah Aleshire***
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Mar 1897
Mrs. Noah Aleshire died at her husband’s residence near Long, in this county, on last Tuesday, March 9th of pneumonia. Mrs. Aleshire was a member of the Disciples church, and was aged about 65 years.
Reuben Aleshire***
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Apr 1896
MR. REUBEN ALESHIRE
We announced briefly last week the death of Mr. Reuben Aleshire, which occurred last Wednesday morning, April 15, 1896, after a long and painful illness. Mr. A., we learn, was in his 68th year, and in his long residence in the neighborhood in which he died had established a character for integrity…. He was buried on Friday, Elder T.S. Dalton preaching the funeral discourse…
Mrs. Susan Aleshire (wife of Emanuel) (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Feb 1897
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Susan Aleshire, wife of Emanuel Aleshire, Esq., of Marksville District, died at her home on last Wednesday, February 10th, 1897, aged about 83 years. Mrs. Aleshire’s maiden name was Wright. Mr. Aleshire is in the 84th year of his age, and in quite feeble health, we understand.
Mrs. Susan Aleshire (wife of Emanuel) (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Mar 1897
Mrs. Susan Aleshire, wife of Emanuel Aleshire, died at her home near Stanley, in Marksville district, this county on Tuesday, Febuary 9, 1897, aged 83 years, 7 months and 2 days. Her funeral was preached by Eld. T.S. Dalton, after which her remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at the Adventist church, near her home. She had been a member of the Old School Baptist church for 51 years.
Mrs. Susan Aleshire (wife of Isaac)
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Feb 1900
Marksville Matters & Stanley Statements 13 Feb 1900
Mrs. Susan Aleshire, an aged lady, widow of the late Isaac Aleshire, died at the home of her son-in-law, Mr. Geo. W. Knight, and was buried at Alma on Sunday, Elder Daily conducting
the funeral services.
Mrs. William Aleshire***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Nov 1896
Marksville Matters,
Marksville, Page Co, Nov. 4, 1896
Mr. Wm Aleshire's wife, who was taken to Johns Hopkins Hospital a short while ago died last Saturday night, and her remains were brought home on train No. 3 today and buried at her home about 2 miles south of here.
Mr. A.A. Alger
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Mar 1900
Marksville Matters & Stanley Statements, Marksville 28 Feb 1900
Mr. A.A. Alger was buried at Graves' Chapel Cemetery Thursday aged 53 years, 1 month and 4 days. He had been a consistent member of the Methodist church for many years. Truly a good man has been taken from us. NOVUS HOMO.
Abram Alger
Page Courier, Thursday 22 Feb 1900
ALL AROUND ALMA
Alma, Page Co., Va., February 21, 1900
DEAR COURIER:- Mr. Abram Alger, whose illness has heretofore been mentioned in this correspondence, died on Monday night at 12 o'clock, aged about 55 years.
Mrs. Annie Alger***
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Oct 1903
MURDER NEAR MARKSVILLE
A shooting affray occurred near the foot of Tanner's Ridge, south of Marksville, this county, last Saturday evening, in which Mrs. Annie L. Alger, wife of Ashby Alger, was instantly killed, the shooting being done by Philip Alger, a brother of Ashby.
The Algers, together with several friends, had left Marksville early in the evening for their home, several miles distant, some being on horseback, while others were walking. The testimony of Ashby Alger at the inquest held at Marksville on Sunday evening before Coroner W.L. Hudson, of Luray, is that the party had proceeded peaceably on their journey homeward until they reached the foot of Tanner's Ridge, when Philip Alger, who was in advance of the others about ten steps, wheeled around in the road and fired a shot in the direction of those behind, demanding with an oath that they come no further.
Mrs. Alger, anxious to reach her infant at home, was in front of the party, and received the ball in the abdomen, producing almost instant death. The dead woman's husband immediately left the scene of the tragedy for an officer, but soon met several friends and with them returned to where his wife was lying in the road, her head supported by Mrs. John W. Alger, mother of the Alger brothers. When he reached the spot he says Philip Alger was standing over the dead body of his wife, waving his pistol, and remarking "Damn her, let her go."
At this juncture Ashby Alger struck Philip with a rock, and the two men then engaged in a struggle during which they fell almost across the body of the dead woman. In the fall the revolver flew out of Philip's hadn and was seized by Ashby.
An autopsy was held by Drs. Hudson and F.P. Koontz, but the ball was not found. The shooting is said to have been down with a Smith & Wesson revolver, 38 calibre. Deputy Sheriff Kibler arrested Alger and brought him to the Stanley "lockup" where he was kept till Sunday morning, when he was brought to Luray and lodged in jail. The terrible crime is said to have been entirely unprovoked and has greatly incensed the law abiding people of the community.
Alger, when places in the steel cage at the jail expressed great surprise, saying the shooting was simply an accident. We understand that his trial will probably take place at the November term of court. We do not know whether he has as yet employed counsel or not.
Mrs. Clarinda Alger
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Aug 1887
DIED
Mrs. Clarinda Alger departed this life July 15th, 1887, aged 36 years, 3 months and 24 days. She had been a consistent member of the Methodist church for fifteen years. Her funeral was preached by Rev. B.B. White.
Frederick Alger (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Jun 1886
Pencilgraphs
Mr. Frederick Alger, a highly esteemed citizen of the Koontz neighborhood, near Newport, this county, died last Monday morning at 4 o’clock. Eight weeks ago he was a hale, hearty man, weighing over 200 pounds. His first trouble was some affection of the heart, followed soon after by pneumonia, which later resulted in rapid consumption, causing death as stated. He leaves a wife and six children…
Frederick Alger (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Jun 1886
DIED
Departed this life at his residence near Newport, Page County, Va., June 7th, 1886, MR FREDERICK ALGER, aged 44 years, 4 months and 14 days.
After a protracted suffering of heart trouble, pneumonia and consumption of the stomach for fifteen weeks, he took his flight to the spirit world… He was a faithful member of the Christian Church for fifteen years… His funeral was preached by Rev. G.W. Brown…
Lemuel Alger
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Jan 1888
Lemuel Alger died at his residence at Newport, this county, Dec. 30th, 1887, aged 72 years, 11 months and 15 days. He was the father of 14 children, and 50 grand-children, and 4 great-grandchildren.
Miss Mary F. Alger (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Jan 1902
Newport
Miss Mary F. Alger died at her home in this place on Christmas day- aged 61 years and 2 months. She was a member of the Disciples church. Her funeral was preached by Rev. George W. Painter.
Miss Mary F. Alger (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Jan 1902
All Around Alma
ALMA, PAGE CO, VA 6 Jan 1902
Miss Frances Alger died at her home near Newport Dec. 25, 1901, the cause of death being consumption, aged 61 years and 2 months.
Mrs. Bettie Atkins
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Oct 1900
DEATH OF MRS. ATKINS
Mrs. Bettie Atkins, wife of Mr. George B. Atkins, died at the home of her husband in this place on last Tuesday morning, about half-past seven o'clock. She had been ill for several months. Besides her aged husband, she leaves several daughters and one son, Mr. M.W. Atkins, of Ridgeway, Va., who arrived but a few hours before her death... She was buried on Wednesday at her old home- the George B. Slusher place- near town, the funeral services being conducted by her pastor, Rev. Mr. Sherman, of the Methodist church. Mrs. Atkins was in the 62nd year of her age.
George W. Atkins
Page News & Courier, Thursday 8 Oct 1908
DEATH OF MR. GEO. W. ATKINS
At the advanced age of 81 years and four months Mr. George W. Atkins died at his home in this place on last Saturday night, Oct. 3rd, at 11 o’clock. Mr. Atkins was a native of Rappahannock county, tho for a number of years had resided in Page, where he was held in high esteem by all who knew him. Mr. Atkins had been a member of the Methodist church for several years. His funeral was conducted by Pastor Loyd, assisted by Rev. H.M. Strickler, took place from his late home on Monday afternoon, after which his remains were conveyed to the Slusher family burial ground (near Fletcher Chapel) and interred by the side of his aged companion, who preceded him to the grave some six years ago. The deceased is survived by the following children: Miss Maude and Miss Mary Atkins, at home; Mrs. John Strole, of Farmville, Va., Mr. M.W. Atkins, of Ridgeway, Va., and Mrs. John H. Cornell, of Missouri.
Mrs. Geo. Bailey
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Oct 1909
Death of Mrs. Geo. Bailey
This venerable and beloved woman died at the home of her husband, near Marksville, this county, at 2 o’clock on Tuesday morning of this week, at the advanced age of about 82 years. She had been in declining health for a number of years, and last Sunday was stricken with paralysis, and death, as above stated, ensued in a short time.
… She was beloved by everybody. She had been a member of the Old School Baptist church for many years, and her good life was a model to all. Her funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon at the old home where the greater part of her life has been spent, her pastor, Elder Pittman conducting the service, and was attended by a large congregation of friends and neighbors. She is survived by her aged husband and seven children: Mrs. J.R. Buracker, Mrs. Edward Kiblinger, Mrs. Lizzie Enright, and Messrs. Chas. and Samuel Bailey, who live in Illinois, and T.J. Bailey and J.L. Bailey, of this county.
“Mrs.” Harriet Berry
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Jan 1910
Live Leaksville Local
Mrs. Harriet Berry died last Saturday near Harrisonburg aged 63 years.
“Mrs.” Harriet E. Berry
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Jan 1910
Live Leaksville Local
AND NEWS ITEMS ALL ALONG RURAL ROUTE No. 3
Mrs. H.E. Berry
Mrs. Harriet E. Berry died in Harrisonburg, on the 1st day of January, 1910, of cancer. Her remains were brought to her old home (Alma) accompanied by her son, Mr. D. Wilmer Berry, who was with her in her last illness; funeral services were conducted on Sunday evening by Elder J.B. Jenkins, interment in the Alma cemetery. The deceased was a great sufferer, but bore her suffering and afflictions with patience… She was a member of the Alma Old School Baptist church, and was in the 64th year of her age. The following children survive her: Mr. D.W. Berry, Mrs. W.B. Woodward, and Mrs. R.L. Dinges.
Mrs. Susan Berry***
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Jun 1895
MARKSVILLE MATTERS, MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., VA May 19, 1895
Mrs. Susan Berry, widow of Frank Berry, dec'd., was buried near Mauck. She was far advanced in years.
Mrs. Virginia Bowen***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Dec 1895
Died
At her husband's home near Stony Man, this county, November 18, 1895, Mrs. Virginia Bowen, wife of Mr. Jno. I. Bowen, aged 44 years. She was a daughter of Andrew J. Cave, a member of the Disciples church, and the mother of 8 children, all of whom together with her husband, survive her.
George A. Bradley***
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Jun 1901
DEATH OF MR. GEO. A. BRADLEY
Mr. George Austin Bradley, an aged and respected citizen of this place, died at the home of his son, Mr. J.S. Bradley, at an early hour this (Wednesday) morning. Services will be conducted from his late home on Thursday morning at 8:15 by Revs. Kennard and Pence. The interment will take place at Morning Star church, Rev. M. Pence conducting the funeral sermon. Mr. Bradley is survived by a widow and three sons- Messrs. J.S., I.C. and J.W. Bradley- all of this county.
Mrs. Mary Bradley
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Jan 1880
OBITUARY
Died, near Spring Farm, Va., Nov. 30, ’79, at the residence of her son, H.F. Bradley, MARY BRADLEY, wife of Augustine Bradley, aged 93 years and 14 days. She had been a consistent member of Mt. Carmel Church for about forty years, and was baptized at Luray by Elder Ambrose C. Booton…
She was the mother of fourteen children, raised thirteen to man and womanhood, 8 sons and 5 daughters. She lived to see her youngest son married to his third wife. Her remains were conveyed to their resting place on the 2d day of December, where a part of her children and grand-children had the opportunity of seeing her remains consigned to their last resting place… Her funeral was preached from Rev. 13, chap., 13 v., by Eld. John H. Menefee.
Mrs. Susan Bradley***
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Dec 1902
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Susan Bradley, widow of the late Wm. F. Bradley, who was burned to death at Blosserville, this county, about two years ago, died last week, aged 73 years, 3 months and 11 days. She had been in feeble health for a number of years, though her death was due to a stroke of paralysis which she sustained about two years ago. She is survived by eight children. Her funeral was conducted by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt.
William F. Bradley***
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Jan 1901
TRAGIC DEATH
Mr. William F. Bradley, an aged citizen of Blosserville, this county, came to a sudden and horrible death last Friday under peculiar circumstances. He had risen very early in the morning and was building a fire in the fire-place of his room, when from some cause he fell into the fire-place. His clothing took fire, and before the flames could be extinguished he was burned so seriosuly that he died in the afternoon of the same day. His wife, who has been an invalid for about two years, was lying in bed in the same room, and seeing her husband's terrible struggles to free himself from the torture of the flames, by almost superhuman effort, jumped from her bed and assisted him in smothering the fire, or he doubtless would have been burned to a crisp. Mr. Bradley was the eldest living member of one of the oldest and most popular families in Page... Mr. Bradley had been a member of the Dunkard church for a number of years, and his funeral was conducted by Elder Martin Rothgeb, on Sunday morning... at Mount Zion meeting-house. Mr. Bradley was the father of a large family of children- Mrs. Sam Judd, near Kimball; Mrs. John Griffith, of Overall; Mrs. J. Frank Dunlap, of Blosserville, and Mrs. Ben. Sours, of Charlestown, W.Va., and Messrs. Luther, Charles, David, William, Nathan and John, all save the last named citizens of this county. At the time of his death Mr. Bradley was 75 years, one month and sixteen days old.
Mrs. Sydney Breeden***
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Jan 1903
Mrs. Breeden died at the home of her husband, Mr. Sydney Breeden, of Tanner's Ridge, this county, on last Monday, January 6th. Mrs. Breeden had been sick for a long time, the immediate cause of her death being cancer. She was about 67 years of age and leaves a husband and a large number of children. The deceased was a member of the Dunkard church, and her funeral was preached on Tuesday by Elder Strickler of Luray.
Nicholas Breeden***
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Nov 1897
Furnace Facts
A Newsy Letter from Southern Page
Furnace No. 2, Page Co., VA. Nov. 2, 1897
DEAR COURIER: Nicholas Breeden died near this place this week. He was a very old man, a high-toned gentleman, and a faithful member of the United Brethren Church. Wm Breeden, his son, of Prince William county, attended his funeral.
Benjamin Broyles***
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Jun 1902
Marksville Matters & Stanley Statements
Mr. Benjamin Broyles died at his home on the Ridge, several miles above Marksville, last week. He was sixty odd years old, and the cause of his death was dropsy, we understand. His funeral was conducted by Rev. Mr. Cave. He leaves a wife and several children.
Mrs. Carrie Bundy***
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Jul 1904
Pencilgraphs
Carrie Bundy, a respected young colored woman, died at the home of her husband, Doc. Bundy, in West End, last Saturday, aged about 20 years. Consumption was the cause of her death.
Jane Bundy***
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Dec 1902
Pencilgraphs
Jane Bundy, a colored resident of the Blainesville section, died the latter part of last week, reported 106 years old- tho the facts appear lacking as regard her real age.
Miss Ann Buracker***
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Dec 1901
DEATH OF AN AGED LADY
At the advanced age of 89 years, 3 months and 2 days, Miss Ann Buracker departed this life at her home in this place at 7:30 o'clock, Thursday, December 5, 1901. She had been sick for several days, though her death was simply the result of exhaustion from extreme old age. Up to the last week or so before her death she retained much of the energy that characterized her long life... In religious views Miss Ann, we are informed, was a strong believer in the Old School Baptist doctrine, and many years ago professed conversion, but never attached herself to any church. Miss Ann was born at Willow Grove Mills (then known as Munnelsville;) her father was Michael Buracker, and her mother was a Miss Guernser (now Gander) a half sister of the late Henry Gander, of this county, both of whom came from Germany to this country when very young. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mary Miller, and many other relatives and friends. Her funeral, conducted by Rev. H.H. Sherman, took place from her late home on Saturday afternoon.
Mrs. Helen Buracker***
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Feb 1888
Marksville Matters
Marksville, Page Co., VA February 1, 1888
Mr. John W. Graves received a telegram on last Saturday morning announcing the death of his daughter, Mrs. Helen Buracker, of Illinois. She had been ill for some time with consumption.
Irene May Buracker***
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Jun 1895
MARKSVILLE MATTERS
MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., VA., May 19, 1895
Little Irene May, aged 3 years and 21 days, only child of J. Martin and Hattie Buracker, died last Friday and was buried Saturday evening in the cemetery at Graves' Chapel, Rev. J. Harry Smith conducting the burial service...
J. Monroe Buracker
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Feb 1895
Marksville Matters
Marksville, Page Co, VA February 25, 1895
Mr. J. Munroe Buracker died to day at 2:30 o’clock p.m. sick only five days. He was in his 75th year. He leaves a family- all grown up, and an aged widow to mourn his loss.
Jacob Buracker***
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Jun 1902
Marksville Matters & Stanley Statements
Mr. Jacob Buracker dropped dead at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. Jacob Breeden, in Jordan Hollow, last Friday at noon, and was buried on Saturday. He was in his 82nd year, and leaves a number of children, all grown and married.
Philip Buracker
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jun 1891
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Va. June 3, 1891
Deaths
A telegram has been received announcing the death of Mr. Philip Buracker, of Virginia, Ill., on last Friday. He was a former Virginian and a brother of our townsman, Mr. James M. Buracker.
Philip Burns
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Mar 1894
Philip Burns died suddenly at his home near Stanley, this county, one night last week. He was about 76 years old.
Caleb Campbell (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Jan 1887
Marksville Matters.
Marksville, Va. Jan. 17, 1887
EDITORS COURIER: The dead body of Caleb Campbell was brought here last Thursday for burial at his father's Mr. Jos. Campbell's. He was killed by the train near Charlestown. The body was frightfully mangled. He leaves a wife and two small children...
Caleb Campbell (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Jan 1887
Killed on the road
Mr. Caleb Campbell, a former citizen of this county and a son we learn of Joseph Campbell of this county was killed last week at Charlestown by a train on the Valley railroad. He was in a sleigh with another man, and undertaking to cross the track both were killed.
Daisy Campbell***
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Apr 1905
FATALLY BURNED
Daisy Campbell, aged about 18 years, daughter of Samuel Campbell, who lives near Marksville, was burned so badly last Monday afternoon that she died about 2 o’clock the night following. She was starting a fire in the cook stove when from some cause the flames were communicated to her clothing, burning her body in a horrible manner… Dr. Long was called and died everything possible for the alleviation of the suffering of the poor girl, but her injuries were too serious for her possible recovery. The affair is a most distressing one, and her aged father and mother and family are greatly pitied in this deep affliction.
Mrs.George Campbell
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Jul 1880
The wife of George Campbell, who lives near Marksville, in this county, died instantly on Friday night the 18th inst. She had just retired, as well as apparently as usual, and in attempting to turn over in her bed, fell out, and when picked up was dead. She is supposed to have died with heart disease.
James Campbell
Page Courier, Thursday 25 Mar 1909
Live Leaksville Local
AND NEWS ITEMS ALL ALONG RURAL ROUTE No. 3
Death of Mr. Campbell
Mr. James Campbell, who for a year or more has been living on the I.N. Coffman farm, west of the River, died last Friday morning, aged about 66 years. Mr. Campbell was a good citizen and had the respect of all who knew him. He leaves to mourn his departure a widow and six children, eight children having preceded him to the spirit land. His funeral was preached at Nauman’s, Elder Reuben Strickler officiating; interment near Stanley, his old home.
Jonas Campbell***
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Mar 1901
Newport Narratives, Koontz, Page Co, VA 11 Mar 1901
Died at the home of his son, on March 6, 1901, Mr. Jonas Campbell, aged 83 years, 8 months and 11 days. He was a consistent member of the German Baptist church; his remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Saint Paul's church Saturday to await the resurrection of the just.
Miss Lula Campbell
Page Courier, Thursday 17 May 1900
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Page Co, May 14, 1900
Miss Lula Campbell, daughter of Mr. William Campbell, died at Stanley a week ago of tumor of the stomach; aged 15 years...
Samuel Campbell
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Jul 1909
Marksville Matters Stanley Statements
Death of Samuel Campbell
Mr. Samuel Campbell died and was buried last Friday morning in the old family graveyard, near Marksville, in the 88th year of his age. He was paralyzed only two or three days before his death, Elder Pittman, of Luray, preached his funeral. He leaves one son and one daughter, and was respected by all.
Mrs. Samuel Campbell
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jan 1900
Marksville Matters & Stanley Statements, 2 Jan 1900
Mrs. Sam'l Campbell's wife died of consumption last week in the 61st year of her age. Elder T.S. Dalton preached her funeral.
William “Buck” Campbell
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Jun 1890
Home Happenings
Another Man Killed on the Track!
William Campbell, alias “Buck” Campbell, son of James Campbell, a young man about 20 years of age, was killed on the railroad track a few rods south of Sands, this county, last Saturday morning about 1 o’clock. The facts as developed at the Coroner’s inquest are as follows: Campbell and several companions left Mr. Biedler’s store at Sands between 10 and 11 o’clock Saturday night, all, our informant states, under the influence of liquor. They went south on the railroad track as far as the Ochre Bank trestle where they all laid down. Later three of the party left, when Campbell, the man who lost his life, and his cousin, Chales Campbell, went to sleep, and when the later awoke the man, who was killed was gone. Nothing was seen of him till after ..illegible.. Sunday morning the train men found his dead body on the track about 300 yards north of the trestle. It is supposed the freight train south soon after mid-night was the one that killed him. Coroner Dr. Hudson was summoned early Sunday morning and held and inquest on the body, when the jury, composed of the following gentlemen, A.J. Foltz, G.W. Good, James H. Coffman, J.W. Good, G.W. Weaver and T.S. Brown, rendering the following verdict “that the said Campbell came to his death June 15th by being run over by a train on the S.V.R.R., he being under the influence of liquor.” Campbell’s body was little mutilated.
Mrs. Anna Eliza Phillips-Cave***
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Aug 1897
Death of a Former Page Citizen
Mrs. Ann Eliza Cave, nee Phillips, widow of the late Albert G. Cave, departed this life at her home, three miles south of this place, Monday evening, July 26, 1897. The deceased was born in Page county July 25th, 1828, aged 69 years and one day. She was a daughter of the late Jonathan and Elizabeth Phillips, of Page, and has many friends who survive her in her native county. She leaves eight children, all grown, and two sisters and one brother, Thomas H. Phillips, of Elkton, and Mrs. Mary Cave, of Page county, wife of Rev. John A. Cave- Tenth Legion Cor. of the Rockingham Register.
Miss Bertie Cave
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Jul 1909
Marksville Matters Stanley Statements
Death of Miss Cave
Miss Bertie Cave, daughter of Calvin H. Cave, Esq., died of tuberculosis, on last Sunday morning. She had many friends who will regret to hear of her early death.
Mrs. Emma Jane Cave
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Nov 1900
MRS. EMMA JANE CAVE,
wife of Mr. David N. Cave, died November 9, 1900, after an illness of more than six months... a member of Antioch church for twenty-five years. She leaves a husband and one daughter to mourn her departure. Her two oldest daughters went before her to enjoy the rest given the children of God. Mrs. Cave was forty-one years old at the time of her death. Her funeral service was conducted by the present pastor of Antioch church, Rev. D.S. Henkel, on Monday morning at 10 o'clock. Her grave was made by the side of her two daughters at the residence of her husband near Cave Hill, west of Luray.
Mrs. Frances Cave
Page Courier, Thursday, 17 May 1900
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Page Co, May 14, 1900
Mrs. Francis Cave died at her daughter's at Stanley on Sunday morning of dropsy. Rev. B. Lee Parrott preached her funeral. She was in the 69th year of her age, and had been a great sufferer for several months.
Hamilton Cave***
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Feb 1904
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Mr. Hamilton Cave, a former citizen of this county, died in Timberville, Va., on the 6th inst., in the 90th year of his age.
Isaac Cave
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Aug 1880
DIED
At his home, near Springfield, in this county, on Tuesday, August 10, 1880, of pneumonia, ISAAC CAVE, aged about 52 years.
Rev. John A. Cave
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Nov 1899
Marksville Matters, Stanley Statements, Marksville, Page Co., Nov. 14, 1899
Rev. John A. Cave died at his home, near Mauck, Sunday night, aged about 88 years. He has been a local preacher of the Methodist church for nearly 50 years. He was well versed in Scripture, being able to repeat almost the entire New Testament by heart… He is survived by an aged companion, who is very feeble, and a large family of children and grand-children to mourn his loss…
Mrs. John H. Cave***
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Nov 1901
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Mrs. John H. Cave, to whose illness we referred last week, died at the home of her husband about two miles north of Luray, on Thursday morning, November 15th, after an illness of long duration, in the fifty-fourth year of her age. Mrs. Cave was a member of Mount Zion Dunkard church, her funeral being preached by Elder Walter Strickler of this place.
John W. Cave
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Jan 1889
John W. Cave, infant son of D.W. Cave, died January 8, 1889, aged 13 months and 17 days.
Joseph Cave, Sr.
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Aug 1889
Joseph Cave, Sr., died after a lingering illness, at Westville, Ohio, on Saturday evening, July 27. He was a native of this county, and a brother of Rev. John A. and Paschal Cave, of this county, and left hereabout fifty five years ago.
Mrs. Julia Cave
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Aug 1908
DEATH OF MRS. CAVE
Mrs. Julia Cave, wife of Mr. Calvin H. Cave, died at her husband’s residence near Mauck, this county, last Monday morning, after an illness of several months. Her funeral was conducted by Revs. Boude and Wheeler. She was in the 66th year of her age, and was a sister of Mr. Jas. F. Lucas, of Stony Man. Mrs. Cave is survived by her husband and twelve children…
Mrs. Lucy Cave***
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Dec 1897
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Mrs. Lucy Cave, widow of Simeon Cave, died near Ingham, this county at 8 o’clock last Friday morning in her 92d year.
Mrs. Mary Cave
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jan 1900
Marksville Matters & Stanley Statements, 2 Jan 1900
Mrs. Mary Cave, widow of Rev. John A. Cave, died on last Thursday night, aged 81 years, 3 months and 21 days. Rev. B.L. Parrott preached her funeral, and she was buried in the family grave-yard. She had been a member of the Methodist church about 50 years.
Pascal Cave***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Nov 1895
Marksville Mention
Marksville, Page Co, Nov. 4, 1896
One of our oldest inhabitants, Mr. Pascal W. Cave, was buried near his home in Pine Grove on last Saturday aged 87 years.
Pascal Cave***
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Nov 1896
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Rev. Samuel Spitler preached last Sunday the funeral sermon of Pascal Cave who died about three weeks ago. The service took place in Pine Grove School house...
Mrs. Perry Cave***
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Oct 1904
Marksville Mention, Stanley Statements
Mrs. Perry Cave, who was at the Charlottesville hospital for treatment, died while being operated upon. Her body was sent home last Wednesday night and buried the following day, Rev. B.B. White conducting the funeral. She was 52 years of age.
Mrs. Peter Cave***
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Sept 1898
MARKSVILLE MATTERS
Marksville, Page Co., VA Sept. 6, 1898
Mrs. Peter Cave dropped dead at her husband’s home in Jordan’s Hollow last Thursday while standing at the washing-tub. She was buried in the Taylor burying ground at the foot of the Ridge near Mauck. Rev. Thomas Cooper conducted the funeral services.
Miss Sudie Cave
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Aug 1899
IN MEMORY OF MISS SUDIE CAVE
who departed this life July 26, 1899, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. David N. Cave, about one mile west of Luray, Va., aged 15 years, eight months and ten days... Funeral services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. C.H. Brown, of the Disciples church... D.N.C.
Mrs. Christena Chrisman***
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Apr 1896
MRS. CHRISTENA CHRISMAN
Mrs. Christena Chrisman in her 85th year, died at her home near Bixler’s Ferry this county on Monday, April 20, 1896, and was buried on the following day. She was the mother of Mr. Lewis Chrisman. Her funeral was preached by her pastor, Rev. John N. Stirewalt.
Andrew Broaddus Coffman
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Jan 1880
OBITUARY
On Saturday January, 10th, 1880 Andrew Broaddus Coffman, son of Jas. H. Coffman, near Marksville, aged 7 months. His funeral was preached on Sunday by Rev. J. Cave.
Jacob Coffman
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Oct 1891
Marksville Matters
Marksville, Va., Oct. 13
Mr. Jacob Coffman, father of J. Harvey Coffman, Esq., died on Sunday night about ten o’clock at the residence of his son, Harvey, at Stanley. He was the oldest man in our community, being about 90 years of age. He will be buried at Graves Chapel cemetery this evening.
Joseph Colvin
Page Courier, Thursday 16 May 1889
Deaths
Mr. Joseph Colvin, who for the past six months has been confined to his room from consumption, died at his home about 1 1/2 miles southeast of Luray last Sunday night. Mr. Colvin was a native of Madison county, and highly esteemed by all who knew him. He married a daughter of the late David S. Row, who with her one child survive him. He was in his 32nd year.
____ Comer (3yr old son of George A. Comer)***
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Jan 1896
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Mr. George A. Comer, who recently moved from near Stanley, this county, to Fauquier, had the misfortune to lose one of his children last week. Mr. Comer, we learn, was out in the field burning brush, when his three-year old son, who was with him, in some way, got so near the fire that his clothing caught, and before the fire could be extinguished, he was so badly burned that death ensued in a short time.
Christian Comer
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Aug 1880
DIED
In Edinburg at home, August the 11th, CHRISTIAN COMER, aged 73 years, 11 months and 21 days.
Mrs. Delilah Comer
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Jul 1890
The Grand-Mother of Fifty-Seven Children
Rev. Geo. W. Brown, of Grove Hill, sends THE COURIER the following:- “Mrs. Delilah Comer was born June 24th, 1824, and departed this life June 29th, 1890, aged 66 years and 5 days. She was the mother of 11 living children and 1 dead, and the grand-mother of 48 living children and 9 dead. She had been a consistent member of the Christian church for 45 years.
George H. Comer
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Jan 1892
Death of Mr. George H. Comer
Near Luray, on Monday last, Jan. 11, 1892, at 1 o'clock in the morning, Mr. George H. Comer died, aged 58 years, 9 months and 8 days. Mr. Comer, always of a frail constitution, had been seriosuly sick but a short time, and when his death was announced but few had heard that he was sick... Before the war he taught school for many years in his neighborhood. He was also a collector and constable for a number of years. He was a thoroughly self-made man... His funeral was preached by his pastor, Rev. John N. Stirewalt, in the presence of a large congregation of friends, and his remains buried in the grave yard at his old home, where he was born and raised and near where he died.
Mrs. James Comer***
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Apr 1903
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Mrs. James Comer died at her home near Shenandoah City, this county, on Saturday, March 28, 1903, having for a long time been a great sufferer from consumption. She was a daughter of the late Noah Strole; interment Monday in the Comer grave yard.
John Comer***
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Nov 1896
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Mr. Jno. Comer, aged about 72 years, died Wednesday. Mr. Comer had always enjoyed the best of health, had helped to butcher the day before his death, and seemed as well and as active as ever. We have not learned the immediate cause of his death.- Shenandoah Argus.
Mrs. Lucy Comer (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 29 Oct 1903
BURNED TO DEATH
Mrs. John Comer, living about one mile from Shenandoah City, while engaged in making apple butter on Tuesday evening of this week was horribly burned about the body, and from which she died about 10 o'clock that night. Her clothes became ignited from the fire under the kettle, and were burned almost entirely from her body. She was a daughter of Mr. "Mac" McAlister of that community, and is survived by a husband and several children.
Mrs. Lucy Comer (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Nov 1903
MRS. LUCY COMER
Died at her home near Shenandoah, Va., in the 39th year of her age, Mrs. Lucy Comer, beloved wife of John H. Comer (of John) and daughter of M.A. McAlister, of Shenandoah. One the morning on Oct. 28th sister Comer was boiling apple butter when her clothing caught fire and before assistance could reach her she was fatally burned.... She was for many years a consistent member of the Christian church... We commend the bereaved husband, aged parents and seven children, the youngest an infant... Funeral by the writer, assisted by Rev. J.W. Jollett... H.C. MOORE
Mrs. Polly Comer***
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Nov 1898
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Mrs. Polly Comer, widow of the late Henry Comer, aged 84 years, died at her home near Grove Hill on the 20th of this month. Her husband died last August, at the advanced age of nearly 90 years, having just completed the 65th of his married life with the companion, whose death is recorded above… Tho a citizen of this county all his life, Mr. Comer was never in Luray but twice- once, when he came here 65 years ago to get his marriage license and one since when he came on other important business.
Solomon Comer
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Jun 1886
Death of a Former Citizen of Page
Solomon Comer, brother of Mr. Geo. H. Comer, of this county, died at his home, in Oregon, Holt Co., Mo., May 7th. The local paper of that county, in chronicling his death, has this to say of him:
“Of Mr. Comer it may be safely said, “He tried to live a Christian life.”…
The deceased was born in Page Co., Va., in 1817, and was married in 1847 to Miss Ann Grove, in Luray, who, with ten children, survive him. In 1854 the deceased came to Holt county, where he has resided up to the time of his death. He had been a consistent member of the Regular Baptist church here since 1856. His remains were followed to Mmaple Grove Cemetery on Sunday by a large concourse of sorrowing friends, the funeral services being conducted by Rev. C.W. Miller.”
Solomon Comer***
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Feb 1903
All Around Alma, Alma, Page Co, VA 23 Feb 1903
Mr. Solomon Comer, aged about 50 years, departed this life at the home of his brother, Mr. Reuben Comer, on Saturday, February 21st.
___ Corbin (daughter of David)
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Sep 1900
DIED OF HER INJURIES
The little daughter of Mr. David Corbin, who was so badly burned last Wednesday, an account of which was reported in this paper last week, died last Thursday night about 11 o'clock... She was buried at Antioch on Sunday morning at 11 o'clock, at which time and place her funeral was preached to a large concourse of relatives and friends by her pastor, Rev. C.H. Brown, of Shenandoah City...
Mrs. Ella Corbin
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Sep 1889
Mrs. Ella Corbin, wife of Mr. Chas. Corbin, died at her home on Mill Creek, near Hamburg, this county, on Thursday night last, from consumption, aged 27 years, 2 months and 29 days. Her funeral was preached on last Saturday evening by Eld. F.M. Perry, of Luray.
Noah Corbin
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Jul 1892
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Mr. Noah Corbin, aged 77 years, 5 months and 27 days, died at his home near Stony Man, July 12, 1892. His funeral was preached by Rev. John N. Stirewalt.
Mrs. Rebecca Corbin
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Jan 1888
Mrs. Rebecca Corbin, wife of Wm Corbin, who lives near Big Spring, this county, Died Dec. 24, 1887, aged about 75 years.
Mrs. Annie Croft
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Apr 1880
At her residence, near the Shenandoah Iron Works, in Page Co., Va., on the 4th of March, 1880,Mrs. Annie Croft, aged about 82 years. She was a consistent member of the Christian church for many years...
Mrs. Amanda Cubbage***
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Feb 1901
MRS. AMANDA CUBBAGE
departed this life February 22, 1901, aged 70 years, 1 month and 9 days. She leaves 7 sons and 1 daughter living; 26 grandchildren; 11 great-grand-children to mourn her loss. She had many friends, and lived a good life, although full of toil and trouble. She never attached herself to any church, but leaned with the Dunkards and Baptists, and talked a great deal on religious matters. Peace and rest to her soul. Her funeral service was held by Elder Martin Rothgeb.
Elisha Cubbage
Page Courier, Thursday 19 May 1898
A Sad Accident
Mr. Elisha Cubbage, a man about 35 years of age, son of Jas. H. Cubbage, near Marksville, who been hauling bark in Madison Co., we understand, on his return home last Saturday night about 11 o’clock, asleep in his wagon which was being driven by his son, was overturned and had his neck broken, causing, as is supposed, instant death. It was very dark and his son not seeing him and supposing that he had walked away went on home with his team. Mr. James H. Cubbage went in search of him and found him in the condition above stated. He leaves a wife but no children. Dr. Hudson, coroner, viewed the remains, but deemed an inquest unnecessary.
JAMES CUBBAGE***
Page News & Courier, Thursday 19 Aug 1897
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Va. 10 Aug 1897
Mr. James Cubbage was buried yesterday at his home in Cubbage Hollow. He was advanced in age, and was noted for his great muscular power. He was a quiet, peacable citizen. He is the man who carried a wheat fan across the Blue Ridge, and remarked upon meeting a fellow traveler, after stopping and talking with him for a half hour or more, so they say. With the wheat fan on his back all the while) that it wasn’t so heavy, but awful unhandy!" Undertaker James T. Phillips of Marksville, buried him. He was in the 85th year of his age.
Mrs. Mary Cubbage
Page Courier, Thursday 25 Mar 1909
Death of Mrs. Mary Cubbage
Mrs. Mary Cubbage died at her home, the old-home place of her father, the late Reuben Dadisman, on Mill Creek last Friday, aged 63 years. Mrs. Cubbage had been in declining health for a number of years, and her death was consequently not unexpected… Her funeral took place last Saturday and was preached by Elder Pittman of the Old School Baptist Church, of which church she had for 43 years been a member.
Mrs. Nancy Cubbage & Mrs. Lucy Yager***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Feb 1888
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Mrs. Lucy Yager, mother of Mr. Geo. W. Yager, aged nearly 84 years, and Mrs. Nancy Cubbage, aged nearly 93, both of whom lived near Marksville, died two weeks ago. The latter was a pensioner, her husband having been a soldier of the war of 1812.
Nora Catherine Cubbage***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Jun 1904
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements
Rev. Mr. White preached the funeral of little Nora Catherine Cubbage, near Honeyville, Monday. She was the daughter of Mr. Marshall Cubbage, and her death was caused by a grain of corn entering the windpipe. NOVUS HOMO
Simpson Cubbage***
Page Courier, Thursday 29 Oct 1903
Mr. Simpson Cubbage died at the residence of Mr. Kagey Comer near town last Saturday. He had been living in Hagerstown, though returned to this place about three weeks ago, broken in health, and continued to grow worse till released from his sufferings by death. He was about 77 years of age. He was buried in the Cemetery, Rev. Mr. Kennard conducting the funeral service.
William Cubbage
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Nov 1890
Death of William Cubbage
A note from his wife to her mother, Mrs. Dadisman, this county states that William Cubbage fell dead in his buggy on his way home from Marion, in Kansas, on the 17th inst. Mr. Cubbage married a few years ago Miss Mary Dadisman, daughter of the late Reuben Dadisman, of this county, and had been in Kansas for several years…
William S. Cubbage
Page Courier, Thursday 16 May 1889
Deaths
Mr. Wm. Cubbage, who lives on the N.M. & S. Turnpike, about 1 1/2 miles east of town, died of the same dread disease. He was quite a young man, whose age we have been unable to learn (the disease referred to was tuberculosis)
Mrs. William Cubbage
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Nov 1885
Death of Mrs. Wm. Cubbage
We regret to learn through a private letter from Mr. Wm. Cubbage, formerly of this county, now of Marion, Kansas, of the death of his wife, Mrs. Francis M. Cubbage, which occurred Sept. 16, 1885, in the 52nd year of her age. She had been a member of the Dunkard Church since 1867, and expressed a perfect willingness to meet death.
Mrs. Franey Davis***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Mar 1903
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We regret to record the death of Mrs. Franey Davis, the aged mother of our old friend, Mr. S.B. Davis, at Grove Hill, this county, on the 26th ult. She had reached the ripe old age of 84 years. Elder Moore of Luray, preached her funeral. Mrs. Davis was a sister of the late Roland Kite, for many years a resident of the Grove Hill section.
Mrs. Robert Decker***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Feb 1905
MRS ROBERT DECKER, aged about 50 years, died at the home of her husband, between Mauck and Ida, this county, on Thursday, February 9, 1905. Mrs. Decker leaves a husband and several children to mourn their loss. He remains were interred in the graveyard, near Mr. Ed Houser’s.
Mrs. Cely Dinges***
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Feb 1905
Leaksville Locals
Mrs. Cely Dinges died at her home near Leaksville last Wednesday evening, aged 75 years, 3 months and 2 days. She was the mother of 10 children, 9 living. Her husband and one child, Mrs. John Henkel, having preceded her to the spirit world. Three sons and two daughters reside in Page, one daughter lives in Fauquier, one son and two daughters in the West… She was a faithful member of the Christian church at Leaksville… Funeral services were conducted by her pastor, Elder Moore, and her remains were laid to rest beside her husband in Leaksville cemetery.
Patrick Dodson
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Nov 1908
Mr. Patrick Dodson died suddenly at his home, just north of town, last Sunday about twelve o’clock. He was a faithful, industrious man, and only the day before, as bad as the weather was, he was busy at his usual avocation, chopping wood. He was a member of the Dunkard church, having connected himself with the Brethren at Mount Zion only last summer… The deceased, with his wife, had just reached home from a visit to his son in East End, when, without warning, he sank to the floor and expired! He is survived by his widow and several grown children. The deceased had lived in Rappahannock up to within the last few years, and was about 65 years old.
B.F. Dofflemoyer
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Auug 1908
DEATH OF MR. DOFFLEMOYER
Mr. B.F. Dofflemoyer died at his home near Grove Hill, this county, last Sunday morning. Mr. Dofflemoyer had been in failing health for about a year, and for the last three months had been confined to his home for the greater part of the time. Dropsy was the immediate cause of his death. He was a good man in every sense of the term- upright and honest in all of his dealings. He was a member of the Baptist church, and his funeral was preached by his kinsman, Rev. Mr. Dofflemoyer, the large concourse of relatives and friends in attendance upon his funeral last Monday attested the high regard in which he was held by his friends and neighbors. He was in the 64th year of his age.
Mrs. Dofflemoyer (Nancy Dovel-Dofflemoyer)
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Jul 1894
Marksville Matters
Marksville, Page County, Va, July 11, 1894
Mr. James Phillips furnished a coffin for Mrs. Dofflemoyer, mother of W.A. Dofflemoyer, dec’d, last Sunday. She lived at Newport and was 83 years old.
Mrs. Phoebe Ann Dofflemoyer***
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Feb 1904
All Around Alma
DEAR COURIER: Died at her home near Alma on last Thursday morning Mrs. Phoebe Ann Dofflemoyer, wife of Mr. John Dofflemoyer, in the 40th year of her age. She leaves to mourn her loss, a mother, a step-father, Mr. R.N. Jenkins, one brother, Mr. Newton Rhinehart, of New Market, one sister, Mrs. Emma Smith, near Luray, and a husband and seven children. She was only sick about two weeks. Her funeral was preached by Rev. A.G. Powers of the Christian church, after which her remains were interred in the old family graveyard at Mr. Ambrose Rhinehart's beside her father, the late Harvey Rhinehart.
Jacob Dofflemoyer***
Page Courier, Thursday 28 May 1903
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Mr. Jacob Dofflemoyer, aged 80 years died at his home at Ingham last week.
Mrs. Hannah Donovan***
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Mar 1896
MARKSVILLE MATTERS
MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., VA March 10, 1896
Mrs. Hannah Donnovan, widow of the late Daniel Donnovan, died last Sunday night, March 8th, 1896, of heart disease, at her home near Stanley, and was buried at Graves’ Chapel on Tuesday. Rev. J. Harry Smith preached her funeral to a large congregation of relatives and friends. She was 68 years, 7 months and 20 days old.
Mrs. Darrough***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Jan 1896
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Mrs. Darrough, in the 82d year of her age died at her home near Grove Hill last Thursday. She was the widow of the late Wm Darrough
Mrs. Elizabeth M. Dovel***
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Jul 1903
DEATH OF MRS. DOVEL
Mrs. Elizabeth M. Dovel, widow of Peter S. Dovel, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. T.A. Smoot, in this place on Tuesday evening, July 21, 1903, aged about 62 years. Mrs. Dovel was on a visit to her daughter, and was preparing to go to the hospital for special treatment, when she suffered a stroke of paralysis on last Sunday morning. This was the immediate cause of her death. She is survived by five children- Messrs. Charles and Jacob Dovel, Mrs. T.A. Smoot, Mrs. T.A. Norman and Mrs. Wm. Painter. The funeral will be conducted by Elders Rothgeb, Strickler and Foster and the interment will take place at the Adventist grave-yard near Stanley tomorrow morning.
Isaac Duncan***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Jul 1902
Leaksville Letter, Leaksville, Page Co, VA 15 Jul 1902
Mr. Isaac Duncan, a respected citizen of Massanutton, was paralyzed about 2 o'clock last Wednesday morning, and died at 6 o'clock the same day. He was over 80 years old, and very strong and active up to the day before his death... His funeral was conducted by Eld. Daily, and his remains interred in Mrs. Mary E. Burner's graveyard...
Jacob Echard
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Mar 1886
Mr. Jacob Echard, an old and respected citizen of this county, died at his home near Stony Man, on last Sunday, in the 72nd year of his age. He was a member of the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, where his remains were interred, and his funeral preached by his pastor, Rev. Jno. N. Stirewalt.
Mrs. Jacob Eckard
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Jun 1894
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Mrs. Jacob Eckard died at her home near Stony Man, this county, on last Monday, aged about 75 years.
Mrs. Rhoda Booton (should be Eddins)
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Aug 1889
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Va. July 30 '89
MRS. RHODA BOOTON
died at her home in Pine Grove on the 15th inst., at the advanced age of 80 years. She was a sister of Elder Ambrose Booton, a Baptist minister of this county, who has been dead many years.
Mrs. Bertha Lee Foltz***
Page Courier, Thursday 22 Sep 1904
BERTHA LEE FOLTZ
Bertha Lee Foltz was born August 9, 1884, and died Sept. 3, 1904, aged 20 years and 24 days. She died of typhoid fever, being confined to her bed 12 days. She leaves a father and mother, five brothers and four sisters, a husband and darling little babe two months old to mourn the loss.... She was married May 19, 1903, at the home of Elder Walter Strickler, the officiating minister. She united with the Brethren church seven years ago....
Her father and mother- GEO. W. PAINTER, MARY E. PAINTER
Mrs. Emanuel Foltz
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Jun 1899
MARKSVILLE MATTERS: STANLEY STATEMENTS
MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., June 5, 1899
EDITOR COURIER:- Mrs. Emanuel Foltz, of whose illness we wrote last week, died yesterday, Sunday, June 4, 1899- just as the sun went down behind the western hills, after an illness of some duration, of some stomach disease... Mrs. Foltz leaves an aged husband and a large family of children- all married- to mourn her departure.
Mrs.George Foltz
Page Courier, Thursday 6 May 1880
DEATHS- Mrs. Foltz, wife of George W. Foltz, Esq., who lives at Alma,died on last Saturday evening of consumption. Aged about 35 years. She was a daughter of Isaac Petefish, dec'd.
Mrs. Mildred Foltz***
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Feb 1888
Marksville Matters
Marksville, Page Co., VA February 1, 1888
Rev. B.B. White preached Mrs. Mildred Foltz’s funeral at Graves Chapel, on last Sunday a week. She was eighty years of age. She leaves a large family of children, grand-children and great-grandchildren. For many years she had been a consistent member of the Methodist Church.
Perry C. Finter***
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Feb 1902
DEATH OF MR. FINTER
Mr. Perry C. Finter died at his home near Luray last Friday evening at 6 o'clock, having died in the home in which he was born 55 years, 9 months and 8 days ago. Mr. Finter, it will be remembered, fell about three weeks ago and broke his arm. He afterwards contracted pneumonia, which, complicated with his severe wound, refused to yield to all treatment, and he rapidly passed away... He had been a member of the Dunkard church for about 25 years... His funeral took place on Sunday at Mt. Zion church, where he was buried, Elders Foster, Rothgeb and Strickler officiating. He leaves a widow and one son...
He leaves in this county two sisters and one brother, Major C.W. Finter and Mrs. Samuel Webster and Mrs. Noah Skelton, and two brothers in Missouri- Messrs. John R. and C. H. Finter.
Mrs. Mary Foltz (wife of Noah)***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Apr 1904
All Around Alma
Mrs. Mary Foltz, widow of Noah Foltz, died at her son's-in-law, Mr. David Huffman, last Friday morning, aged 82 years, 8 months and 20 days. Mrs. Foltz was a sister of Mrs. Martin Strickler and Uncle Jake Kite, of Leaksville; Geo. W. Kite, of Shenandoah, and John Kite, of this county. She was the mother of nine children- Mrs. David Huffman, Mrs. J.B.F. Huffman, of Rileyville, Mrs. Chas. Huffman, of the Hawksbill, Mrs. A.J. Louderback and Mrs. James Wilson, of Newport, Messrs. George Foltz, of this county and Jackson, Grant and William, of Illinois. All of her children were present at her funeral at the Brick Church on Sunday except the last named.
Mrs. Mary Foltz (wife of A.J.) and Mrs. Ed Owens***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Mar 1904
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements
Mr. James Phillips buried two women Sunday- at 11 o'clock Mrs. Ed. Owens, and a little infant in the same coffin at Mauck. She leaves a husband and six little children to mourn her loss. Her funeral will be preached sometime this week at Bethlehem by Rev. D.S. Henkel, of the Disciples church; and at 4 o'clock Mrs. Mary A. Foltz, wife of Mr. A.J. Foltz, who died on Saturday morning at Stanley. She was buried at the Adventist church, Rev. B.B. White conducting the funeral services. She was 62 years, 2 months and 18 days old, and had been a consistent member of the Methodist church for many years... She leaves a husband and three children-- Mr. Chas. Foltz, of Hagerstown, Mrs. Mamie Krama, of Baltimore, and Robert Foltz, of Stanley. She has three brothers living- Messrs. J. Harvey Coffman, of Stanley, Reuben Y. Coffman, of Valley Forge, Pa., and Jacob H. Coffman, of Philadelphia.
Noah Foltz
Page Courier, Thursday 22 Feb 1900
MR. NOAH FOLTZ
departed this life on the morning of February 15, 1900, aged 84 years, 8 months and 15 days. His funeral was conducted by Elder Samuel Sanger, of Rockingham county, Va... The services were held in the Lutheran church near Grove Hill and afterward remains were interred in the cemtery at St. Paul's church. Mr. Foltz was a member of the German Baptist church for many years...
Samuel Foltz***
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Feb 1902
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Mr. Samuel Foltz, an old and well-known citizen of Culpeper county, is dead, aged 91 years. He was a brother of Mr. Emanuel Foltz, of this county. He remembers well seeing the great Lafayette when he visited this country after the Revolution, and could repeat some of the expressiosn used by Lafayette in his speech at Culpeper in response to a reception tendered him.
Benjamin Foster
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Jul 1899
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Mr. Benjamin Foster, a respected citizen of this county, died at his home south of Luray last Thursday, after a long illness, aged 76 years and 3 months. His funeral was preached on Friday by Elder John R. Daily. Mr. Foster leaves a widow and 15 children.
Noah Fox***
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Sep 1902
MURDER!
Noah Fox Killed by his Son-In-Law, George Riley
The usually quiet community of Sandy Hook was thrown into intense excitement last Monday evening by the killing of Noah Fox by his son-in-law, George Riley. The difficulty grew out of an unhappy family trouble, of which Fox accused a brother of Riley, his son-in-law, as being the author, and on Monday went to the field on the farm of Dr. Brumback, where Riley was at work, and it is alleged, abused and beat him. Riley afterwards secured his shot gun and went in pursuit of Fox, who it was reported, was then at John D. Ruffner's distillery. On his way he met Mr. Holmes, the Rural Mail Messenger, to whom he related the trouble he had with Fox, and said that he was going to shoot him in the legs. Mr. Holmes reasoned with him, and tried to persuade him to go back to work. But he could not be prevailed upon, and continued his course. When he and Fox met at the distellery it seems from all accounts that his anger had cooled and that he was disposed to leave without further trouble had not Fox followed him up. Fox, it is stated, twice demaned him to put down his gun, which he did, but at the same time warned Fox not to advance upon him. Fox, not heeding the warning, went towards Riley, when the latter raised his gun and fired, the load, consisting of bird short, entering Fox's body near the heart, causing instant death. The weapon was a single-barrel shot gun and the distance between the two men when the short was fired was only about twenty five steps.
Riley made no effort to escape and was arrested the same night by Sheriff Rosser and lodged in jail in this place. He is about thirty years old and has a wife and two children. Fox was about sixty years old and lived in Beahm's Hollow above Kimball.
Riley has retained Mr. Robert F. Leedy to defend him. Preliminary examination has been waived and the case will be presented by the next grand jury.
'Squire Lee Cullers, acting coroner, held an inquest on Monday night, and the verdict of the jury was in accordance with the above facts.
Fox was buried on Wednesday in his father's old grave yard near Mr. John S. Printz's. He was a son of the late David Fox.
David Freeze
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Jul 1892
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Mr. David Freeze, of near Newport, Page county, Va., died Friday of last week, aged 78 years, 5 months and 25 days. His funeral took place Saturday, a lady preacher stationed at Newport, officiating and preaching the funeral discourse. “Uncle Davy’s” was a familiar face over on this side of the Massanutton, as he brought watermelons for many years past and he will be missed by the many who had thus become acquainted with him.-Shenandoah Press.
Jacob Freeze
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Feb 1880
JACOB FREEZE, born August 15, 1801, died February 11, 1880, aged 78 years, 5 months and 26 days.
Mr. Freeze was next to the oldest citizen in Luray. He was born in this county, where he has lived all his life. He was a member of the Lutheran Church. His funeral was preached by Rev. John N. Stirewalt, and his remains buried in Green Hill Cemetery on last Thursday evening.
John A. Freeze***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Apr 1904
All Around Alma
Mr. John A. Freeze, one of Page's best and most honored citizens, was born near Newport, Page county, Va., September 30, 1835, died April 2, 1904. He was twice married, his first wife being a daughter of the late Reuben Lucas, and by her eight children were born- Hiram and Gilbert and Mrs. Jessie Mabery, of Shenandoah City; Mrs. Emma Fisher, of Hagerstown, and Mrs. Lydia Waters, of Roanoke. His second wife, who survives him, was Miss Diana Moore, of Shenandoah county; by her were born five children- Starless and Mrs. Lelia Higgs, of Pennsylvania; Opie and Zara, at home; one having died in infancy. Mr. Freeze had been a member of the Christian church for over 30 years...
Otis Fry
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Feb 1903
Otis Fry, aged 4 years, died at the home of his grand-parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Fry, in East End, on Tuesday morning, February 3, 1903, after an illness of brief duration. Funeral service this morning by Rev. Mr. Joyce; interment at the old home, near Stanley.
Mrs. Rebecca Gochenour***
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Nov 1896
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Mrs. Rebecca Gochenour died at her home at Leaksville this county on the 3d of this month. She was the widow of the late Joseph Gochenour and the mother of Mr. Henry Gochenour, of the Luray Mills. She was aged 70 years, 2 months and 2 days. Her funeral was preached by Rev. Mr. Stirewalt.
Mrs. Barbara Good
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Jul 1889
Mrs. Barbara A. Good, wife of John Good, who lives on Fultz's Run, this county, died June 29, of fever, aged 53 years.
Mrs. Betsy Good***
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Jul 1895
Killed by a Fall From a Cherry Tree
Betsy Good, wife of Abe Good, a colored man who lives in Blainesville, fell from a cherry tree last Wednesday, receiving injuries from which she died Thursdya night. She fell about twenty feet, breaking her back and otherwise seriously injuring herself, though the former of course causing death. She was about 45 years of age.
Henry Good
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Sep 1893
Mr. Henry Good, near Stanley, this county, died on the 10th inst., of consumption, aged about 65 years.
Mrs. Louisa Good***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Apr 1902
Rileyville Letter
RILEYVILLE, PAGE CO., VA, April 14, 1902
DEAR COURIER:- Mrs. Louisa Good, relict of the late James W. Good, departed this life at the home of her son, Mr. R.L. Good, on the morning of Friday, April 11, 1902. She was in her 76th... Her relatives are numerous in Page county. All of her children, eight in number, four sons and four daughters, were present at her burial. Many years ago she connected herself with the Lutheran church... Funeral services were conducted by Rev. John N. Stirewalt on Sunday.
Addison Gordon
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Mar 1881
Death of a Former Citizen of Page
Mr. Addison Gordon, formerly a citizen of this county, and well-known to many of our people, died at the residence of his daughter-in-law, in Grafton, W.Va., on the 25th ult. in the 80th year of his age
Mrs. Christina Graves***
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Mar 1888
Marksville Matters,
MARKSVILLE, VA., March 14, '88
EDITORS COURIER: Another one of the oldest citizens of this community has passed away: Mrs. Christina Graves died very suddenly on Friday afternoon and was buried on Monday at the old Sigler graveyard, and her funeral preached at the old Lutheran church by the Rev. Jno. N. Stirewalt. She was about 78 years of age. She was about as well as usual, and eat a hearty dinner, and then layed down (as was her habit) and in a short time her spirit had fled. She had been receiving a pension for a good while, her deceased husband (James Graves) having been a soldier in the war of 1812.
Mrs. Mary Graves***
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Jul 1903
Marksville Mention, Stanley Statements, Marksville, Va Jul 7
Mrs. Mary Graves, wife of John W. Graves, Esq., died on Sunday at noon in her 76th year. She was paralyzed two weeks before she died. She leaves an aged husband, two children, Messrs. Thomas P. Graves, at the old home place, and William P. Graves, of Shenandoah, and several grand-children... She was the daughter of Jacob Buracker, dec'd... She was buried at Graves' Chapel Cemetery on Tuesday morning at the church which she loved so well to attend...
Mrs. T.J. Graves
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Feb 1891
Death of Mrs. T.J. Graves
We regret to hear of the death of Mrs. Thomas J. Graves, which occurred at her husband’s residence at Marksville, this county, last Monday. Mrs. Graves had been in ill health for several months, and her death was not therefore unexpected. She was a daughter of the late John Keyser, of that neighborhood.
Mrs. Nancy C. Gray***
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Jan 1904
Marksville Mention and Stanley Statements
MARKSVILLE, VA., Jan. 12
Mrs. Nancy Carrie Gray, wife of Philip Gray, died at her home in Pine Grove last Friday morning. She was in her 46th year. A husband, one daughter and nine sons mourn her loss.
Miss Eliza Griffith***
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Nov 1898
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Miss Eliza Griffith died at her home near Holmes’ School House, this county on last Friday, in the 53rd year of her age, after an illness of less than a week. Her funeral was preached by Elder Martin Rothgeb, of the Dunkard church. Mrs. Joseph Shenk, of the Kimball neighborhood, is her sister, and Messrs. Hamilton, Silas and Pendleton Griffith, her brothers.
Mrs. Elizabeth Griffith
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Dec 1891
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Mrs. Elizabeth Griffith, widow of the late Adam Griffith, of this county, died at the residence of her son, Pendleton Griffith, on Dry Run, last Friday, aged about 78 years. Her funeral was preached by Elders Racer and Rothgeb, on Sunday morning, a large crowd being in attendance.
Mrs. Amanda Gruber*** (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Dec 1904
Marksville Mention, And Stanley Statements
Mrs. Amanda Gruber, a very much respected old lady died Saturday night at her daughter's, Mrs. Bettie Suthard's near Pine Grove. She was a native of Jefferson county, W.Va., but has been living here for several years.
Mrs. Amanda Gruber*** (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Dec 1904
Marksville Mention, And Stanley Statements
The Masons moved the body of Mrs. Amanda Gruber, who died near Pine Grove, and buried her at Graves' Chapel Cemetery on Saturday.
Thomas Hackley
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Apr 1886
Death of Thos. Hackley, Esq.
Died March 21st, 1886, MR. THOMAS HACKELY, of Rappahannock county, Va., in his 69th year.
Mr. H. married a daughter of the late David Kibler, of this county. He leaves a distressed family to mourn his loss… He was a consistent member of the Old School Baptist Church, at Battle Run…He had been in ill health for over a year…
Flater B. Harris (Flatus Bullock Harrison)
Page Courier, Thursday 29 Apr 1909
Death of a Louisiana Tiger
Mr. Flater B. Harris, died at his home in Pine Grove, this county, last week, aged more than 80 years. Mr. Harris was a member of the famous Confederate band known as “Louisiana Tigers.” During the civil war he married a daughter of Mr. Strother Jenkins, and never returned to his far Southern home. On Sunday before his death he was thrown from his buggy and this iti is said was the cause of his death.
Gilbert Henry
Page Courier, Thursday 25 Mar 1909
Death of Gilbert Henry
Mr. Gilbert Henry, son of Mr. Steven (Buck) Henry, west of the Shenandoah River from Bixler’s Ferry, died rather unexpectedly at the home of his father last Monday, March 22nd, aged about 27 years. He had been complaining slightly for ten days or two weeks, though no one thought him seriously sick. The immediate cause of death was hemorrhage from the lungs. Besides a young widow, he leaves his parents, and several sisters and brothers. Funeral services by Elder Geo. Painter, of the Dunkard church.
Mrs. James Henry***
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Feb 1901
Mrs. James Henry died at her home west of the River last Saturday, and her remains interred in the old grave-yard at Hamburg on Monday. She was about 90 years old, and leaves three daughters- Mrs. Charles Knight and Mrs. Abram Mauck, of Hamburg, and Mrs. Lucas, west of the River, and one son, Mr. Stephen Henry, living near Shuler.
Mrs. Malinda Higgs
Page Courier,Thursday 24 Feb 1881
LETTER FROM LEEKSVILLE
Leaksville,Page Co., VA Feb. 19 1881
Death has visited our neighborhood, and has taken from our social circle Mrs. Malinda Higgs, relict of Thomas Higgs. She breathed her last on the morning of the 17 inst., at the age of 78 years, 10 months and 3 days. Her funeral was preached by the Rev. W.A. Dofflemoyer
Charles Cecil Hilliard***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Dec 1903
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements
Rev. B.B. White preached the funeral of Charles Cecil Hilliard, son of Mr. Samuel Hilliard, aged 3 years, 3 months and 18 days- at Nauman's School House, last Sunday afternoon.
Moses Hinton***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Sep 1903
Mr. Moses Hinton, aged about 40 years, whose home was in Shenandoah City, where he leaves a wife and three children, dropped dead at Buffalo Forge, while engaged at work on the Norfolk and Western Railway, last Saturday morning, Sept. 14th. Mr. Will Hinton, near Luray, was a relative of the deceased, and attended the burial.
John Hissel (Hisle)
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Oct 1891
Death of Two Aged Citizens of Madison
On Saturday, September 26th, Mr. John Hissel died at his house near Madison Court-house, aged 90 years.
Mrs. Annie Hoak***
Page Courier, Thursday 28 May 1903
Printz Mill and Ida
DEATH OF MRS. HOAK
Mrs. Annie Hoak, wife of Mr. Gideon Hoak, died at her home near Blosserville, this county, last Sunday morning, May 24th, at 3 o'clock. She leaves a husband and several children- Messrs. J. Benton and John T. Hoak, of this county, and Henry, of Ohio; Mrs. B.F. Printz, Mrs. W.E. Kiblinger and Mrs. Jacob Kiblinger, of Augusta county; Mrs. Thos. Bailey, of Shenandoah City, and many grand-children. Mrs. Hoak was aged 84 years and 19 days. Her funeral was preached by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt, and her remains interred in the family grave-yard...
Benjamin Housden
Page Courier, Thursday 30 Jun 1887
Departed this life at his home, near Honeyville, Page county, Va., June 17, 1887, Benjamin Housden, aged 78 years 2 months and 3 days. He was the father of six children, the grandfather of forty grand-children, the great-grandfather of four great-grandchildren.. On Sunday, the 19th inst. The writer of this notice preached his funeral discourse, to quite a number of friends and relatives, and acquaintances, after which his body was deposited in the family burying ground to await the reserrection morn.
-J.W.H., in Shenandoah Valley.
Miss Formazanta Housden
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Mar 1908
A SHORT WILL
But to the Point and Good in Law It Is Said
Miss Formazanta Housden died at her home about 2 miles south of Stanley on the 5th of this month. On the day before (March 4th) realizing that her time on earth was short, she dictated the following short but pointed will disposing of her estate, consisting of a tract of about 40 acres of land, situate in the same neighborhood. The will is directed to Mr. Keyser from the fact that the parties no doubt thought that (as he is the Commonwealth’s Attorney) he had jurisdiction in such matters
Following is the will “et literatim et verbatim, et punctuatim:
Mr. Wm Kiser
This 4th day of March 1909 I assign all the property I owne to Mary E. Stoneberger after my just debts and funeral expenses are paid at my death.
Her
FORMAZANTA X HOUSDEN
Mark
Witnesses- Her her her
Mrs. A.G. X Stoneberger, Catherine X Lucas Emmey X McKoy
Mark mark mark
Her His Her
Artie X Lucas Simuel X Lucas Mary E. X Stoneberger
Mark mark mark
His
Wilmer X Stoneberger Lena Sigler
Mark
Mrs. Sigler, it is stated, wrote the will, and Mr. Keyser and Mr. Weaver, the clerk, agree that it possesses all the essentials of a legal document, and it was accordingly admitted to record…
George Housden***
Page Courier, Thursday 21 May 1896
Strange Suicide
Mr. W.T. Turner, of Newport, this county, reports to THE COURIER the particulars of a strange death, generally believed to be a suicide, which occurred about two and a half miles northwest of Newport last Thursday evening. George Housden, son of Jas. Housden, aged about 22 years, was found dead on last Friday morning near the foot of the Massanutton mountain. His death was caused by a heavy charge of shot from a single barrel shot gun, the load entering the left breast over the heart and penetrating so far back as to bulge the skin on his back. The gun was found by his side, and also a stick with which it is supposed he pushed the trigger causing the discharge. The young man’s mind had been impaired for sometime, and the day he left home his mother asked where he was going with his gun, when he replied that he “was going out to kill the devil.” All the circumstances point to the fact that the rash act was unquestionably perpetrated by his own hands. Young Housden had been married only about three weeks, his wife being a daughter of Perry Housden.
James K. Housden
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Dec 1908
Death of a Good Man
Mr. James K. Housden, of Newport, Page county, departed this life November 30, 1908, aged about 70 years. Mr. Housden leaves a widow and the following children: Messrs. George, Robert, John, Jacob, Ben, and Miss Carrie- all of Page except George, who is a resident of Culpeper. The deceased had been a consistent member of the Dunkard church for 32 years…
SIMON
Mrs. Perry Housden***
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Apr 1896
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Mrs. Perry Housden died at her husband’s residence near Honeyville, this county, about 10 o’clock last Thursday night. She had been as well as usual the day before and up to within an hour or so before her death. Our informant was unable to give the exact cause of her death, tho states that complained during her short illness of a choking sensation, which we suppose indicated heart trouble.
Jacob Houser
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Jun 1880
DIED On May 23, 1880, near Grove Hill, Jacob Houser, aged 75 years, 10 months and 10 days. He was a member of the Christian Church.
Mrs. Christina Huffman
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Dec 1894
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Christina Huffman, widow of Ambrose Huffman, on Mill Creek, this county, died at Mr. Wilson Carrier’s, last Saturday, at an advanced age.
Isaac Huffman
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Oct 1881
Death of Another Old Citizen
Isaac Huffman, an old and respected citizen, died at his home in this county on last Monday.He had been in feeble health for some time pst. We have been unable to ascertain his exact age but suppose that he must have been between seventy-five and eighty... His funeral was preached by Rev J.N. Stirewalt, of the Lutheran church, of which he had long been a member.
Isaac Huffman
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Aug 1889
Mr. Isaac Huffman, who lived about a mile north of Luray, and who, for several years had been a horrible sufferer from a cancer of the face, died last Sunday night. He leaves a wife and eight children. His funeral was preached on Monday by Rev. Mr. Milbourne.
Isaac I. Huffman***
Page Courier, Thursday 30 Oct 1902
All Around Alma 28 Oct 1902
Mr. Isaac I. Huffman died at the home of his father Oct. 10, 1902, in his 36th year. He was the second son of Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Huffman and was afflicted from birth. He will be greatly missed by his loving mother, who waited on and cared for him all his life...
Isaac M. Huffman***
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Jun 1901
ISAAC M. HUFFMAN
died suddenly at his home about two miles north of Luray last Tuesday morning, aged about 48 years. Mr. Huffman had been in ill health for sometime, tho no none thought his ailment to be serious...
Mrs. Mary Huffman***
Page Courier, Thursday 14 May 1896
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Huffman, widow of the late Chrisley Huffman, died at her residence near Leaksville, this county, on last Tuesday, May 12th, aged about seventy years. She was the mother of Mr. Samuel Fry, of this place.
Mrs. Sarah Huffman***
Page Courier, Thursday 26 May 1887
Mrs. Sarah Huffman, widow of the late Isaac M. Huffman, died at the residence of her son Isaac Huffman, about two miles north of Luray, last Friday. She was in her 76th year. Her funeral was preached on Sunday by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt.
George Hughes
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Sep 1890
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George Hughes, a highly respected colored man, who lived about a mile southwest of town, was stricken with paralysis last Friday and died last Monday evening…
Herman Hughes***
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Oct 1904
Herman Hughes, once a citizen of Page county, died recently of consumption near Pittsburg, where he had been for the last two years. He was about 45 years of age and leaves a wife and five children in Page county.
John Hurt
Page Courier, Thursday 29 Oct 1885
Shooting in Madison
Last Wednesday night two men, Elliot Finks and John Hurt, both under the inluence of bad liquor, went to the residence of Mr. Siram Kite, who lives near the foot of the Ridge in Madison, and demanded admitance, saying they were in quest of brandy. Mr. K., soon discovered their condition, and refused to admit them. They persisted in their efforts and forced the door open, when Mr. K., who had retired, arose and ordered them out. They left and went to the store room, near by, which they began to stone. Mr. Kite then took his shot gun and went where the men were. A scuffle ensued in which Hurt was shot in the shoulder and breast, from which he died on Saturday. Hurt, our informant says, had hold of the gun when it was discharged, accidentally, as claimed by Kite.
Kite had an examination Thursday, when he was acquitted.
Philip Hutchinson***
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Aug 1902
PENCILGRAPHS
Mr. Philip Hutchison, of Marksville, was found dead in bed last Monday morning, having died sometime during the night. He had gone from Mr. Varner's on the Hawksbill, where he usually lived, to his home last Wednesday, to visit a son who lives at the latter place. Mr. Huichison several years ago married Miss Ellen Varner, a daughter of the late Jonas Varner, who still survives him. His first wife was a daughter of the late Andrew F. Grayson, by whom several children yet survive him. He was about 76 years of age...
___ Jenkins (son of Banks Jenkins)
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Apr 1899
THE STATUS OF STANLEY AND MARKSVILLE MATTERS
One of Mr. Bank Jenins’ sons, living at the head of Tanner’s Ridge, died last Saturday of pneumonia, aged about 23 years.
___ Jenkins (4 Children of Banks Jenkins)
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Dec 1887
Letter From Marksville
Marksville, Va. Nov. 23, 1887
Mr. Banks Jenkins, living on the Blue Ridge, has lost four of his children of diptheria, and two more are very low. Two that died are grown men.
___ Jenkins (son of Elliot Jenkins)
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Feb 1886
Marksville Matters
Mr. Elliot Jenkins lost one of his sons last Friday. He had been sick with fever for some time, and was a young man of excellent character.
____ 4 Jenkins Children (Children of Churchill Jenkins)
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Oct 1886
Two Deaths in a Minute in One Family
The family of Churchill Jenkins, who lives in Madison, near Milan’s Gap, has been sadly and fatally afflicted recently with that terrible disease, diptheria. Mr. J. last week lost four children, two dying in the same room at the same moment. This is one of the most singular occurrences that it has even been our duty to record.
Andrew Russell Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Aug 1899
DEATH OF MR A.R. JENKINS
Page county lost a good citizen last week in the death of Mr. Russell Jenkins, at his home near Alma. He had been sick for several months with some affection of the stomach, and his death had been expected almost daily for several weeks. His funeral was preached by Eld. Daily, of the Old School Baptist church, of which church Mr. Jenkins had been a faithful member for many years. He leaves a widow and several children, all of whom are grown. Two of his sons are prominent businessmen of Ohio, and were present on the occasion of his funeral. Mr. Jenkins was in the 76th year of his age.
Daniel Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Aug 1889
Mr. Dan’l Jenkins, who lived near Stony Man this county, and who had been in ill health for a number of years, died last Friday. He was in the 62d year of his age. His funeral was preached by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt.
Mrs. Dolly Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 24 May 1906
DEATH OF MRS. DOLLY JENKINS
Mrs. Dolly Jenkins, relic of the late Russell Jenkins, died at her home at Alma, this county, last Tuesday, May 22nd, at the age of 77 years. Mrs. Jenkins had been in declining health for a number of years, and for the past year or more had been confined to her home, much of the time being a great sufferer. She had been a member of the Old School Baptist church for many years.
Mrs. Ellen Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Mar 1899
FROM SYRIA IN MADISON
Mrs. Ellen Jenkins died recently at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Garret Nicholson. She was 84, and truly a good woman.
Elliott Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 4 May 1905
Death of a Good Man
Mr. Elliott Jenkins died at his home between Stanley and Alma last Wednesday, April 27th, after a lingering illness of several months, in the 73rd year of his age. Mr. Jenkins was a good, kind husband, a loving, indulgent father, and a most obliging neighbor. He leaves an aged widow, one son, Mr. David Jenkins, and four daughters- Mrs. Sudie Painter, Mrs. Annie Seakford, Mrs. Hattie Good and Mrs. Lizzie Nauman, one brother, Mr. Thomas Jenkins, several sisters, and many friends. His funeral was preached by Rev. B.B. White.
Frank Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Jun 1887
Mr. Frank Jenkins, a citizen of this county, son of the late Larkin Jenkins, who for 25 years has been a great sufferer from the "white swelling" died last Friday evening at the residence of M.V.B. Kite, Esq., near Marksville. He was about 35 years of age.
Lindsay Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 13 May 1886
Man Found Dead on the Blue Ridge
Last Monday as Mr. Chas. Skelton, the mail carrier between Kimball and Sperryville, was returning from the latter place, and when near the top of the Ridge, he discoverer a man lying in the road, whom he first supposed to be asleep or drunk. Mr. S. was accompanied by a passenger in his wagon who suggested that they had better look closer, which they died, and were surprised to find the man dead. Neither Mr. S. nor the passenger recognized him, but came on and reported the affair to the first persons they saw. His body was afterwards taken charge of, and on Tuesday an inquest was held, when the man was recognized as Lindsay Jenkins, who lived in Rappahannock near the Madison line. We have not learned the verdict of the Coroner’s jury, but suppose death mist have been from natural causes, as no marks of violence were found about his person. Mr. J. was about 60 or 70 years of age.
Miss Lucinda Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Jan 1882
Died
On Sunday night, January 22nd, 1882, at Mr. Reuben Long's, Miss Lucinda Jenkins, about 60 years of age. She had been an inmate of Mr. Long's house and was highly respected.
Mrs. Lula Bird Jenkins***
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Jan 1901
LULA BIRD JENKINS
... we announce the death of Mrs. Lula B. Jenkins, wife of Mr. W.N. Jenkins who died at her home, Leaksville, Sunday evening, January 20, 1901. The deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Rodgers. By her death are left to mourn their loss, a devoted husband, four small children, a dear father, a loving mother, a kind brother and affectionate sister...
...
... buried Tuesday, Leaksville Christian cemetery.
Philip Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 4 May 1905
DEATH OF MR. PHILIP JENKINS
ALMA, VA., May 1, 1905
DEAR COURIER:- I have just received a letter from Cosumne, Cal., telling me the sad news of the death of my brother, Philip N. Jenkins, who occurred on the 18th of April, 1905. He was a son of the late A.R. Jenkins, of Alma, and was in the 60th year of his age. He was never married. He leaves many relatives and friends in Page… The letter also says that he had lived with a family (named Thome) for 22 years…
Written by his brother, W.A. JENKINS
Strother Jenkins
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Oct 1892
Marksville Matters
MARKSVILLE, VA., Oct. 17, 1892
On the 11th on this month Mr. Strather Jenkins died of dropsy at an advanced age.
Mrs. Strother Jenkins***
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Mar 1901
Marksville Mention, Marksville, Va 26 Mar 1901
Mrs. Jenkins, widow of Strother Jenkins, died last Thursday at the home of her son, ELzy Jenkins, on the mountains, at an advanced age.
Mr. and Mrs. John Jewell
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Jan 1892
Pencilgraphs
John J. Jewell and his wife both died on the Blue Ridge in this county January 14th of grip. Their deaths occurred only 10 hours apart. Both were buried in the same grave.
Thomas Jewel (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Jun 1901
Printz Mill Pointz, Printz Mill, Va 10 Jun 1901
Died, June 9, 1901, Mr. Thomas Jewel, at his home near Shenk's Mill, after a short illness, aged about 50 years. Mr. Jewel was a member of the Lutheran church and his funeral was conducted by Rev. Stirewalt on Monday.
Thomas Jewel (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Jun 1901
THOMAS JEWEL
died at his home in "Jewel Hollow," in the Ridge, last Sunday. He had been ill with measles when pneumonia set up, from which he died. He was buried on Monday, Rev. John N. Stirewalt conducting the funeral. He was about 50 years old.
George Jones
Page Courier, Thursday 27 May 1886
Death of an Octogenarian
George W. Jones, aged 84 years, who had been married only about a year, and who lived near the Blue Ridge, above Marksville, died last Saturday night. He was sick only about one half hour, having done a hard day’s work the day before making tobacco hills. He leaves a widow of only 26 years. Mr. Jones was born in King George county, and came to Page in 1830. He had been married three times.
Mrs. Arianne E. Judd***
Page News & Courier, Thursday 9 May 1901
DEATH OF MRS. ARIANNE E. JUDD
This estimable lady, widow of the late John A. Judd, who died about two and a-half months ago, died at her home near Morning Star church this county, on Thursday, May 2nd. Mrs. Judd was ill about ten days, having been taken sick quite suddenly... The cause of her death was pneumonia. Her funeral was preached by Rev. John N. Stirewalt, of the Lutheran church, of which faith the deceased had long been an earnest and zealous member. Mrs. Judd was a sister of Mrs. Jacob Beajm, Capt. Frank Shenk and Mr. John P. Shenk. She leaves six children- Mrs. John A. Strickler, Mrs. David Miller, and Messrs. Otis S., Casper, Lee and Charles Judd, all of this county. She was 64 years, 8 months and 3 days old.
Mrs. Elizabeth Judd
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Nov 1892
Death of an Aged Lady
Mrs. Elizabeth Judd, widow of the late Daniel Judd, Sr., died at the residence of her son, Mr. Joseph B. Judd, in this county, on last Wednesday, October 26th, at the advanced age of 87 years. Mrs. Judd was born near Peola Mills, in Madison county, though at an early age was married and moved to this county. She was a member of the Old School Baptist church, having been baptized at the early age of 17 years by the well known Baptist preacher Cumberland George, and was a consistent member all her life. Her funeral was preached by Elder Jno. K. Booton. Mrs. Judd was a Miss Bradley, a sister of Capt. H.F. Bradley, of this county.
Isaac Judd
Page Courier, Thursday 31 Jan 1889
Death of Mr. Isaac Judd
Mr. Isaac Judd, who had been in ill health for several months, died at his residence near Kimball, this county, on last Tuesday evening, January 29th, aged upwards of 70 years. He was noted for his kind and genial temperament, and was much respected by all who knew him.
John A. Judd***
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Feb 1901
DEATH OF MR. JOHN A. JUDD
Last Saturday night, February 16, 1901, at the hour of 12, Mr. John A. Judd, who had been ill about two weeks, at his home near Printz Mill, passed from time to eternity...
Mr. Judd leaves a widow and six children- two daughters, Mrs. John A. Strickler, on Dry Run, and Mrs. David Miller, near the Brick church; Mr. S.O. Judd, of this place, and Messrs. Casper, Lee, and Charles Judd, all living near the old home. Mr. Judd was 68 years, 11 months and 11 days old. His funeral was conducted by Elders D.W. Strickler and Martin Rothgeb, of the Dunkard church, of which church he had been an honored member for a number of years.
Samuel Judd
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Dec 1886
Home Happenings
Sudden Death
Mr. Samuel Judd, an old and much respected citizen of the county, living about 4 ½ miles east of Luray on the turnpike, died very suddenly last Sunday evening about five o’clock. Two years ago Mr. Judd was partially paralyzed, and since that time has been feeble, able, however, to attend to his farm and other business. On last Sunday he started to attend service at the Brick Church, a few hundred yards from his house, but before reaching the church he complained of feeling badly and returned home. About five o’clock in the evening his wife who was sitting near him by the fire observed his hands drop suddenly to his side and in a few moments he was dead sitting in his chair. He was born September 1, 1814, and was accordingly 72 years, 3 months and 11 days old. His funeral service was conducted on Tuesday by Dr. J.I. Miller and Rev. J.H. Davidson…
Mrs. Catharine Judy
Page Courier, Thursday 6 May 1880
DIED AT A WARRANT TRIAL- Catharine Judy, aged about 60 years, attended warrant trial at Honeyville, on last Saturday, to prosecute a case involving a small debt due her by Mat Ford. The trial was in progress in the store of Mess. J.P. Welfley & Bro., and while a piece of writing was being read to her Mrs. Judy threw up her hands, exclaimed "what a pain," fell to the floor and expired instantly... The magistrates present held an inquest,and determined that she died of heart disease.
___ Keyser (Son of J.W. Keyser)***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Jul 1898
MARKSVILLE MATTERS
Marksville, Page Co, VA July 6, 1898
EDITORS COURIER:- The grim monster Death has again visited our family, and taken this time our only son, who died Wednesday, June 29, 1898, aged 20 years, seven months and three days. He was complaining only one week, and confined to his bed three days but sitting up at times. He died suddenly, while sitting in a chair, on the day named. His disease was inflammation of the bowels… he was greatly attached to his church- the Methodist- of which he had been an active member about six years… His remains were laid to rest beside his mother in Graves’ Chapel cemetery on the last day of June, the funeral being conducted by his pastor, Rev. Thomas Cooper.
___ Keyser ( son of William H.)
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Oct 1886
Marksville Matters
MARKSVILLE, VA., Oct. 19, 1887
Diptheria is raging in the vicinity of Mt. Hope. Wm H. Keyser lost his oldest son last week, and his other two children cannot possibly live.
Andrew J. Keyser (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Dec 1887
Died
November 17th, 1887, of dropsy, MR ANDREW J. KEYSER, aged 63 years, 5 months and 21 days.
Andrew J. Keyser (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Dec 1887
Letter From Marksville
Marksville, Va. Nov. 23, 1887
It is with sadness that we state that Mr. A.J. Keyser, near Marksville, died on last Thursday night of dropsy. He was buried on Sunday, Rev. B.B. White preaching the funeral sermon...
Benjamin Keyser
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Apr 1881
DIED
Also on Sunday 10th, inst., Benjamin Keyser at the age of seventy five years.
Miss Ella S. Keyser***
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Jan 1898
MISS ELLA S. KEYSER,
beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Keyser, departed this life at the home of her parents at Marksville, Page county, Tuesday, January 11, 1898, aged 22 years, 4 months and 15 days. ELLA was a consistent member of the Methodist church, and had been for five years and more...
Henry Clay Keyser
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Dec 1881
Died
At Marksville, November 30, 1881, little HENRY CLAY, infant son of John W. and Christena Keyser, aged 1 year, 4 months and 27 days.
Mrs. Mary T. Keyser***
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Jul 1903
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements, Marksville, VA June 29
Mrs. Mary T. Keyser, widow of Hardin Keyser, died on last Monday evening, June 22, 1903, after an illness of more than a year, aged 78 years, 5 months and 2 days. She was buried by the side of her husband in Graves' Chapel Cemetery. Rev. M. White, preached her funeral. She had been a member of the Disciple church ever since she was a young woman. She had been married 60 years the day she died. She leaves one son, George W. Keyser, and four daughters, Misses Mattie and Lizzie Keyser, Mrs. James T. Phillips, of Stanley, and Mrs. Samuel Fry, of East Luray.
Mrs. Elizabeth Kibler (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Feb 1903
Marksville Mention, and Stanley Statements, MARKSVILLE, VA., Feb. 3
DEAR COURIER:- Mrs. Elizabeth Kibler, who had been sick for several weeks with liver and heart trouble, died last Sunday morning at her home near Stanley and was buried at Graves Chapel cemetery Monday afternoon, Elder John R. Daily preaching the funeral sermon. She had been a member of the Big Spring O.S. church a number of years. She was 71 years, 5 months and 12 days old. She leaves an aged husband (Noah Kibler), two children, Mr. John C. Kibler, of Spring Farm, and Mrs. John W. Keyser, of Stanley, twelve grand children and seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, John Strole, of Grove Hill, and Albert Strole, of Illinois, and three sisters, Mrs. Thomas Holtzman, Mrs. Frank Kite and Mrs. David Clem.
Mrs. Elizabeth Kibler (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 May 1903
MRS. NOAH KIBLER
Mrs. Elizabeth Kibler, wife of Mr. Noah Kibler, and daughter of the late Jacob and Eva Strole, died at her home at Stanley, Page county, Feb'y 1, 1903, aged 71 years, 5 months and 12 days. She was united in holy wedlock with her now bereaved husband December 13, 1849... In early life she joined the Lutheran church. In 1867, with her husband, she was baptized into the fellowship of Big Spring Primitive Baptist church, in which faith she died... Mrs. Kibler leaves an aged husband and two children- Mrs. John W. Keyser, of Stanleyton, Va., and Mr. John C. Kibler near Spring Farm. She was a sister of the late Mrs. James W. Good, near Rileyville. Her funeral was preached by her pastor, Elder John R. Daily... interred in Graves Chapel cemetery.
Miss Fannie Kibler***
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Oct 1896
MARKSVILLE MATTERS, MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., Sept. 29, 1896
Miss Fannie Kibler died last Thursday night at her home at East Liberty of cancer of the stomach, and her remains were brought to the old Keyser family graveyard for interment on Saturday afternoon. Her funeral was preached at Graves' Chapel by Rev. J. Harry Smith. She was in her 48th year and leaves a host of sorrowing relatives and friends.
*** I THINK THIS IS A MISTAKE ON THE LAST NAME, I THINK THE WRITER WAS IN FACT REFERING TO FANNIE KEYSER (DAUGHTER OF JOHN KEYSER & SUSAN LUCAS)
Isaac Kibler
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Dec 1881
Died
On Thursday morning last about 7 o'clock MR ISAAC KIBLER, in the 75th year of his age. He had been suffering for several years with some affection of the heart...His funeral was preached on Friday, by Elders Spitler and Rothgeb of the Tunker Church.
Mrs. Mary Ann Kibler (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Nov 1899
DEATH OF AN AGED LADY
Few there who retain so long their mental and physical vigor, and who reach the advanced age of four score and four years and six months and four days, as did Mrs. Mary A. Kibler, who died at the residence of her son, Mr. John W.H. Kibler, at his residence, near Hamburg, this county, on last Thursday, November 16th. Up to within the last few months Mrs. Kibler enjoyed good health and was bright and cheerful in mind. She was stricken sometime ago with paralysis, since which time her general health declined till her death. Mrs. Kibler was a loyal and faithful member of the Old School Baptist church, having joined Mt. Carmel church in this place in 1833. She leaves three daughters- all widows- Mrs. Benj. S. Stover, Mrs. Pamily Hackley, and Mrs. Samuel Rothgeb, and one son, Mr. John W.H. Kibler. Her funeral was preached by Elder J.K. Booton.
Mrs. Mary Ann Kibler (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 30 Nov 1899
MRS. MARY ANN KIBLER
A TRIBUTE TO HER MEMORY
MRS. MARY ANN KIBLER, relict of the late David Kibler, peacefully passed away at the home of her son, Mr. John W.H. Kibler, near Hamburg, Page county, Virginia, on Thursday, November the sixteenth, eighteen hundred and ninety-nine, at the ripe old age of four score, four years, six months and four days.
William Kibler
Page Courier, Thursday 20 May 1886
Death of an Old Citizen
Mr. William Kibler, who lived at Springfield, in this county, died at his residence on Monday, May 17th. He had been ill for some time, and owing to his advanced age, hopes of his recovery had long since been abandoned. He was in his 77th year. For many years, more than a half century, he had been an active, zealous, member of the Methodist Church…
David Kite***
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Nov 1903
DEATH OF MR. KITE
Mr. David Kite, aged about 63 years, died at his home near Ingham, this county, of dropsy of the heart, on the 17th instant. Mr. Kite had been sick during the summer months, though confined to his room but a short time. He leaves a widow (formerly Miss Virginia Louderback) and six children- Mrs. James Darrough and Mrs. Walter Plum, both of Shenandoah City; Mrs. Benj. Comer, at the old home; Mr. Luther Kite, near Elkton; Messrs. Isaac and Charles Kite, on Crooked Run. The deceased had been a member of the Christian church for a number of years... His funeral will be preached at some future time by Elder Moore, of this place. Some 25 years ago Mr. Kite lived near Luray, being a tenant of the Marye Farm, just east of town.
Mrs. Sarah Kite
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Sep 1887
Mrs. Sarah Kite, wife of Benj. Kite, daughter of Mathias Louderback, who was born in this county Feb. 1797, died recently in Champagne county, Ohio, in the 91st year of her age. She had been a member of the O.S.B. church for 66 years.
George L. Kite (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Mar 1902
DEATH OF GEORGE L. KITE
Mr. George L. Kite died at his home near Marksville, this county, on Tuesday evening of this week about 3 o'clock. He had been in ill-health for sometime... Mr. Kite from early manhood to within the last few years was one of the most active business men in the county. He was at one time deputy sheriff of the county. He leaves a very large family connection... He was we supposed about 78 years old.
George L. Kite (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Mar 1902
Marksville Mention, 17 Mar 1902
Mrs. Bettie Lillard, of Madison, Messrs. Daniel R. and Jacob F.P. Kite, of East Va., and Wm. A. Kite, of Augusta, were at their old home last Thursday to attend the funeral of their father, the late George L. Kite, who would have been 77 years old June 1, 1902. Elder Booton, assisted by Elder Daily, conducted the funeral service. Mr. Kite was buried in the old family grave yard by the side of his first wife.
Mrs. Virginia Kite
Page Courier, Thursday 25 Aug 1904
All Around Alma
DEAR COURIER:- Mrs. Virginia Kite, wife of David Kite, died at her home south of Honeyville, Friday night at ten o'clock. Mrs. Kite was paralyzed Friday, from which she never rallied. She was 60 years and 5 days old. Her funeral was preached on Sunday by Rev. Jollett, of Shenandoah City. Four sons and three daughters mourn her departure. Mrs. Kite was a daughter of the late John Louderback, and a sister of Messrs M.V., Jacob, John, Isaac, A.J. and Edward Louderback. She leaves one sister, Mrs. Frank Bumgardner.
___ Knight (Child of Wm D. Knight)
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Feb 1886
Marksville Matters
Mr. Wm D. Knight lost his youngest child, aged 9 months, of brain fever last Saturday.
Miss Hattie V. Knott
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Aug 1892
After Long Sickness
Miss Hattie V. Knott died Friday, August 5, 1892, at the home of her father, Mr. Jas. H. Knott, near Leaksville, this county. Having been born in April, 1865, she was in her 28th year... Six years ago she was baptized by Pastor Milbourne into the fellowship of the Luray (Main Street) Baptist church... Her remains were buried in Green Hill Cemetery in this place last Saturday afternoon, the service being conducted by Pastor Quarles.
James T. Koontz
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Sep 1885
Death of James T. Koontz
MR. JAMES T. KOONTZ departed this life at the residence of his son, J.E. Koontz, Esq., near Marksville, Va., on the 17th day of Sept., 1885, after a lingering illness of six months. Mr. Koontz was 72 years and 5 months of age, having lived in Page county from his birth. He married Miss Jane Snyder fifty-one years ago, and was a member of the Old School Baptist Church about fifty-two years...
James Laconia***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Mar 1896
Killed by a Freight Train
James Laconia, son of Mr. James W. Laconia, who lives near town, was killed by a freight train near Ingham, this county, last Thursday evening, February 27, 1896, about 5 o’clock. He had been in the service of the N & W only a short time, tho at the time of his death he was not on duty, having gone from Shenandoah to Ingham to visit a friend. In attempting to board the train which was in motion at the latter place, he fell, the train passing over one foot and ankle. His fatal injury, however, was the fracture of his head, which was caused by the fall. He was taken to Shenandoah and died before he was taken off the car. His funeral was conducted by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt and his body was buried in the Cemetery in this place on Friday evening. He was 19 years, 9 months and 9 days old at the time of his death. Coroner Hudson viewed the body, and after hearing the facts about the affair deemed an inquest unnecessary.
Mrs. Jas. Laconia
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Jan 1910
Mrs. Jas. Laconia Died
At her husband’s home about a mile southeast of Luray last Thursday morning. She had been ill for two or three days, and last Wednesday she was stricken with paralysis, which resulted in her death on the day mentioned. Mr. and Mrs. Laconia and family came to Page from Philadelphia about 25 years ago, where they have since resided and reared a large family. They always been among our most industrious and frugal people, and the death of Mrs. L. is sincerely regretted… Mrs. L. was a member of the Lutheran church. Her funeral was conducted on Sunday by her pastor, Rev. J.A. Huffard, and her remains were buried in Green Hill cemetery in this place.
Mrs. Walter Long***
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Sep 1904
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements, Marksville, Page Co, VA Monday 29 Aug 1904
Mrs. Walter Long died of consumption at the residence of her father, Mr. Henry Blosser, near Stanley, last week, in the 31st year of her age. Funeral by Rev. B.B. White.
Mrs. Catherine Louderback***
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Dec 1896
IN MEMORY
OF MRS. CATHERINE LOUDERBACK
The subject of this notice died at the home of her son, A.J. Louderback, at Newport, Page county, Va., Sunday, November 29, 1896, aged 78 years and 10 days. The deceased was a sister of the late Roland Kite, one of the most widely known families of the valley of Virginia. She had been in feeble health for more than two years, and her end was not unexpected... She was the mother of ten children, eight sons and two daughters. Two sons had preceded her to the spirit land while in their infancy. When about 35 years of age she with her husband, John Louderback, became members of the Christian church... The funeral services were held at Newport Christian church, conducted by her pastor, Rev. J.W. Dofflemoyer, after which her body was laid to rest in the family burying ground to await the general resurrection...
Mrs. Mary Louderback
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Sep 1891
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. May Louderback, widow of the late Samuel Louderback, died last Monday morning at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Annie Kiblinger, near Marksville. Her funeral was preached by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt, and her remains were buried beside those of her husband in the old family burying ground near New Port. She was 75 years of age, and had been a member of the Lutheran church for many years.
Mrs. Alpha Reta Lucas***
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Jun 1903
Marksville Matters & Stanley Statements
9 Jun 1903
Rev. B.B. White preached the funeral of Mrs. Alpha Reta Lucas at the home of her son-in-law W.H. Keyser, at Ingham on June 5, 1903, aged about 82 years. She had been a member of the Christian church for 40 years.
Mrs. Ellen Lucas (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Mar 1899
THE STATUS OF STANLEY AND MARKSVILLE MATTERS
Mrs. Ellen Lucas, widow of Levi Lucas, died in the “Basin” on last Saturday morning of grip… She was a member of Graves’ Chapel Methodist church for a number of years. She was buried near her home to-day in the presence of a host of friends.
Mrs. Ellen Lucas (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Mar 1899
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Levi Lucas, an account of whose death is given by “Novus Homo” this week, was the mother of our countryman, James F. Lucas, Esq., and sister of the late Leonard S. Printz, of Blosserville. She was about 87 years old, and was a member of the Methodist church. Her funeral will be preached some time in the future, by Rev. B.B. White, of Marksville.
Mrs. John Lucas (Nancy)***
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Apr 1897
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Va, April 6, 1897
Mrs. John Lucas died on Saturday afternoon at her home about one mile south of Stanley.
Levi Lucas (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jun 1896
Death of Mr. Levi Lucas
Mr. Levi Lucas died at his home a few miles south of Stanley, this county, on Friday, May 29th, 1896. He was born December 24th 1812, and was consequently 83 years, 5 months and 5 days old. He was the father of our respected countyman, James F. Lucas, Esq., who lives at Stony Man. He leaves 65 grand-children and 41 great-grand-children. His funeral services were conducted last Sunday morning by Rev. B.B. White, of Luray.
Levi Lucas (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Jun 1896
MARKSVILLE MATTERS
MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO,, VA., June 2, 1896
(This letter was intended for last week’s COURIER, but did not reach us until after the entire edition had been printed- EDITORS)
EDITORS COURIER:- Mr. Levi Lucas, who died at his home about two miles south of Marksville on last Friday night, May 29, 1896, was buried Sunday. Mr. Lucas was stricken with paralysis on Friday morning and died the same night. His funeral was preached on Sunday by Rev. B.B. White, of your town, to a large concourse of relatives and friends. He was 83 years, 5 months and 5 days old. He leaves a very age widow, a large number of children and grand-children, and about forty great-grandchildren. He was a kind old gentleman, respected by all who knew him. Mr. Lucas had been a member of the Methodist church for a number of years.
Mrs. Rebecca Lucas***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Sep 1896
Rebecca Lucas,
widow of Wm. Lucas, dec'd., was born Feb. 20, 1820, and departed this life Sept. 6, 1896, aged 76 years, 6 months and 16 days.
Thomas Lucas***
Page Courier, Thursday 25 Sep 1902
All Around Alma, Alma, Page County, 22 Sep 1902
Mr. Thomas Lucas passed away at his home in Alma with dropsy and consumption on Monday, September 15, 1902, aged 29 years. He had been in bad health for more than two years, and for about six weeks had been confined to his bed. He was a son of the late Reuben Lucas, of East Liberty, this county. He married Miss Sallie Aleshire about 25 years ago. He leaves a wife and four children out of a large family. He has one sister yet living- Mrs. Frank Turner, of Shenandoah City. Mr. Lucas was buried on Wednesday at the Lutheran church in Alma, his funeral being preached by Elder Dalton of the Old School Baptist church, to a large congregation. He was not a member of any church, but left all evidence that God had spoken peace to his troubled soul...
Mrs. Sarah Lucas
Page Courier, Friday 25 Jan 1900
DIED
On the 17th inst., at Ingham, this county, Mrs. Sarah Lucas, widow of the late Henry Lucas, aged 59 years. She had been sick for twelve months before her death her funeral was preached by Elder James W. Dofflemoyre, of the Christian church, of which denomination the deceased was a member.
William Lucas
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Apr 1880
Wm Lucas, a young man aged about 23 years, who lived near Hamburg, died of typhoid fever on last Friday
William Lucas
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Jan 1882
Death of Wm Lucas
William Lucas, an aged citizen who lived near East Liberty, in this county, died Saturday, December 31, 1881, of dropsy, after an illness of twelve months.
___ Martin (child of Harry)***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Jun 1898
DEATHS
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Martin died at the home of its parents at Alma, Page county, on Sunday morning, June 12th, 1898, aged about four months.
Mrs. W.W. Martin
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Feb 1910
Rileyville News & Compton Cullings
Death of Mrs. Martin
Mrs. W.W. Martin (until recently a resident of Rileyville) died at the home of her niece, Mrs. Minnie Miller, in Shenandoah City, on Saturday morning last, February 19, 1910 at the age of 74 years. Mrs. Martin’s health had been on the decline for several years, though the immediate cause of her death was paralysis, having been stricken down on the Tuesday previous. Before marriage she was a Miss Conley. Years ago she united with the Baptist church, and was truly a Christian woman. She is survived by the following children: Mr. Edward Martin, of California; Mr. John Martin, Kansas; Mr. Geo. Martin, Nebraska; Mr. Charles Martin, Pennsylvania; Mr. Hugh Martin and Mrs. D.B. Wood, at Rileyville; Mrs. Daniel Cullers, Bentonville, and Mrs. Richard Campbell, Mrs. D.M. Kemp, and Miss Ada Martin, Luray. Her remains were brought to Rileyville on Sunday, the funeral services being conducted in the Union Church by Rev. Mr. Craddock. Interment at Rileyville.
Mrs. Frank Mayes
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Dec 1891
Activities Around Alma
Alma, Page County, VA, February 10, 1891
Mrs. Frank Mayes departed this life on the 2nd inst., aged 54 years. She had been a sufferer from dropsy for some months and her death was not unexpected. She had been a consistent member of the Seventh-Day Adventist church for a number of years, and her funeral was conducted by Rev. G.W. Stillwell… She leaves a husband and nine children to mourn their loss.
Rodham Mayes
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Feb 1891
Pencilgraphs
Rodham T. Mayes, next to the oldest man in the county, we are informed, died at his residence, near Stanleyton, this county, last Monday, at the advanced age of 92 years.
___ McAllister ( child of Henry)***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Jun 1898
DEATHS
The three-year-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Henry McAlister died at the home of its parents in East Luray, Va., Saturday afternoon, June 11, 1898, after a short illness. Interment in the old Flinn grave-yard, Rev. Kennard officiating.
Henry McAllister***
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Jan 1898
Death on the Railroad
Mr. Henry McAllister, of this place, was run over and killed by a train just east of town, Wednesday, December 22, 1897. Form the testimony at the coroner’s inquest it was shown that no blame could be attached to either the railroad company or its employees. The evidence showed that Mr. McAllister was walking the track and the signal given form to get off which it was though he had done, but he failed to get entirely out of the reach of the engine which struck him on the left shoulder and breast killing him instantly. Coroner Dr. Hudson held an inquest and the verdict of the jury was in accordance with the above facts. The deceased was eighty-two years old, and was very feeble. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Shelby Kennard; the interment was in the old Flinn grave-yard in East End.
Preston McAllister
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Aug 1905
Pencilgraphs
Mr. Preston McAllister, aged 40 years, died at his home near Springfield, this county, on last Friday, August 18th. He had been sick for some time, with fever, though consumption was the immediate cause of his death. He leaves a wife and ten children.
Alex McDaniel***
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Nov 1903
Pencilgraphs
Mr. Alex McDaniel, of Shenandoah City, was killed on the railroad near Berryville, last Saturday. His body was brought to Shenandoah CIty for burial on Monday. Mr. McDaniel was a conductor on a freight train. At the time of his death he was engaged on a material train and came to his untimely end while unloading the heavy rails now being put on the track.
Zachariah McDaniel
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Jun 1889
Zachariah McDaniel, a pensioner of the war of 1812, died near the upper end of this county last week, at the age of 102 years.
Mrs. Ida McGarr
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Jan 1910
DIES IN TEXAS
SAN ANTONION- Dec. 26, 1909
DEAR COURIER- Kindly insert the following in your paper:
At the home of her parents, Mrs. Ida McGarr, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.H. Printz, of San Antonio, Texas, passed quietly to rest at 4:30 Tuesday morning, December 21st, in her 39th year. She leaves father, mother, husband, Mr. Charles McGarr, and four brothers, Neff, Isidore, Clifford and Howard Printz, to mourn for her.
William Meadows*** (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Apr 1904
DEATH OF WILLIAM MEADOWS
Mr. William Meadows, died suddenly at his home at Jollett's, this county, last Friday morning. The day before he had been complaining, though he had so far recovered as to be about in his usual health. He died about 7 o'clock... Death is supposed to have resulted from heart disease. He was about 65 years of age, was a member of the Methodist church, and was a good citizen. He leaves a widow and four children, all of the latter married.
William Meadows*** (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Apr, 1904
Marksville Mention, And Stanley Statements
Messrs. Petefish & Phillips furnished the largest coffin last Saturday that ever left their shop- 7 feet long and 2 feet 7 inches wide. It was for Mr. William Meadows.
Isaac Middleton
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Mar 1899
PRINTZ MILL POINTER
Printz Mill, Page Co, VA, March 20, 1899
DIED
On March 17, 1899, at his home near Ida, Page county, Mr. Isaac Middleton, in the 70th year of his age. Mr. Middleton had been afflicted and confined to his room for several years. He was a member of the Dunkard church for a long time. His funeral will be preached at some time in the near future.
Mrs. Sarah A. Middleton
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Nov 1885
DIED
At her husband’s residence, near Blainesville, Page county, on Friday, Nov. 20, 1885, of puerperal convulsions, MRS. SARAH A. MIDDLETON, wife of David Mmiddleton, aged 40 years, 6 mos. And 13 days. Her funeral was preached by Revs. Samuel Spitler and Jos. S. Foster, from Deuteronomy 32 chapter, 29 verse.
MRS. SUSAN MIDDLETON
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Apr 1886
Died at her husband’s residence, near Stony Man, Page Co., Va., March 22nd ult., of diptheria, MRS SUSAN MIDDLETON, in the 55th year of her age. She was a respected member of the Dunkard Church, and her funeral was preached by Revs. Racer, Rothgeb and Foster.
Isaac Miller***
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Sep 1895
Death of Mr. Isaac Miller
This venerable citizen died at his home near Sandy Hook this county on Wednesday morning, Sept. 11, 1895. He had been in failing health for a long time, and the messenger that called him home was a welcome visitor rather than one whose appearing was dreaded. Mr. Miller had for many years been a member of the Dunkard church. He was in the 74th year of his age, and leaves several sons and daughters, some of whom live in distant States. His funeral was conducted by Revs. Spitler and Rothgeb.
Joseph Miller***
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Sep 1903
Pencilgraphs
Mr. Joseph Miller, who left Page some twenty years ago, died at his home in Columbiana county, Ohio, in the 83 year of his age. Mr. Miller was born in the house on Mill Creek now occupied by Mr. Isaac Bowers; his first wife was a sister of the late Reuben Dadisman, and his second Miss Lydis Shaffer- daughter of Abram Shaffer, both well known in Page. He leaves 2 sons and 4 daughters, and was an uncle of Mr. D.F. Miller and of Mrs. Mary Cubbage, of the Leaksville neighborhood. He leaves numerous other relatives in Page and in Ohio.
Maude Miller
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Dec 1886
DIED
Near Marksville, Va., Oct. 18, ’86, little MAUDE MILLER, daughter of T.J. and C.M. Miller, aged 8 years, 3 months and 26 days, of diptheria.
William A.J. Miller***
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Aug 1895
Death of Mr. Miller
Mr. William A.J. Miller, whose serious illness was announced in this paper last week, died at his home in this place last Friday afternoon about 3 o'clock. He was buried on Saturday afternoon, Rev. Mr. Jones of the Methodist church officiating... He leaves a widow and several children to mourn his loss...
George Mitchell
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Jul 1892
Another Old Citizen Gone
Mr. George Mitchell, known for nearly half a century to most of our older people as an honest, reliable and industrious citizen of this county, died last Sunday evening at 5 o’clock, at the residence of his son, Mr. A.J. Mitchell, near Luray. Mr. Mitchell was born in London, in what year he did not know- but he always said it was early in this century. He was certainly more than 80 years old. His funeral was preached on Monday by the Rev. Martin Rothgeb, of the Dunkard church, of which church he was a member for a number of years. His remains were interred, by his request, in the old burying-ground of Martin D. Coffman, deceased.
Mrs. George Mitchell
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Sep 1887
On last Saturday Mrs. Mitchell, the wife of our aged and esteemed friend, George Mitchell, Esq., who lives at Hamburg, this county, departed this life, after a long and painful illness. She was buried on Monday, Elder John Menefee preaching her funeral sermon. She had attained a good old age, more than four score years.
Edna Leeth Morris***
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Aug 1902
All Around Alma, Alma, Page Co, Va 25 Aug 1902
Died, on last Saturday evening about 5 o'clock, little Edna Leeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Beuregard Morris, aged about one year. She was buried at the Adventist church Sunday evening, Rev. B.B. White conducting the funeral.
Joseph Munger***
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Mar 1901
All Around Alma, Alma, Page Co, VA 18 Mar 1901
Mr. Joseph Munger died Tuesday night, March 12th. He was well known by every man who followed boating. Mr. Munger was twice married, both of his wives being daughters of the late Lee Lucas, of this county, and was raised near Stanleyton. Mr. M. ran the first boat after the flood of 1870, and while cleaning the sand out of the shoot at Long's Mill he found the body of Mrs. Noah Kite, who had drowned. He was 69 years old.
Daniel Musselman***
Page News & Courier, Thursday 28 May 1903
Death of Mr. Daniel Musselman
This aged citizen died suddenly at his home near Luray last Sunday morning between 1 and 2 o'clock. The day before he had been in his usual health, at work in his graden, and retired weary, tho no complaining of any special illness. About 1 o'clock Mrs. Musselman was awakened by his heavy breathing, and in reponse to her inquiry as to whether anything was the matter with him, he replied "nothing." Mrs. Musselman, however, saw that he was in a critical condition and hastened to her son's, Mr. William Musselman's, who lives near by, and before he return he was dead... the last of several brothers... His widow is a daughter of the late Jonathan Rowe, and he is survived by one son, mentioned above, and Mrs. Calvin, who lives in Missouri. Mr. M. for several years after the war he lived in Ohio, tho returned to his old home several years ago, where he has ever since resided. His funeral was preached on Monday by Eld. Walter Strickler.
Absalom Nauman***
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Oct 1896
MARKSVILLE MATTERS, MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., Sept. 29, 1896
Mr. Absalom Nauman died of heart disease at his home at Nauman's School House last Sunday morning and was buried Tuesday near his home.
Charles P. Nauman***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Jan 1902
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements, Marksville, Va 13 Jan 1902
Mr. Charles P. Nauman died last Tuesday at the home of his father-in-law, Geo. Short, Esq., the cause of death being consumption. He was about 43 years of age. The interment took place at the Adventist church, Rev. B. Lee Parrott conducting the funeral services. His family will go back to Alberton, Md., where they have employment in a cotton factory.
Mrs. Christena Nauman***
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Oct 1901
All Around Alma, Alma, Page Co, VA 22 Oct 1901
Mrs. Christena Nauman, mother of Mr. G.W. Nauman, of this place, died Sunday about three o'clock.
Mrs. Eliza Nauman***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Jul 1898
STONY MAN ITEMS, STONYMAN, PAGE CO, VA July 5, 1898
Mrs. Eliza Nauman, who has been in a critical condition for many years, departed this life Saturday about 12 o'clock. Her funeral was preached on Sunday at ten o'clock by her pastor, Rev. Brown. Her remains were buried at Antioch and was followed by a large concourse of people... She was 72 years, 7 months and 10 days old.
Miss Mary Susan Nauman & Sallie Painter
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Aug 1885
Marksville Matters
MARKSVILLE, VA., August 17th, ‘85
We had two sad deaths near here last week on the same day. Miss Sallie Painter, daughter of Mr. Abram Painter, Esq., and Mary Susan Nauman, daughter of John Nauman, dec’d. They were amiable girls, beloved by all who knew them. They were near the same age about 19 years.
William O. Nauman***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Jun 1898
Wm. O. Nauman departed this life at his home near Honeyville, Page county, Va., on Thursday, June 9, 1898. He was born Nov. 17, 1852- aged 45 years, 6 months and 22 days. He leaves a wife and six children... Funeral services by Rev. B.B. White... D.M.R.
Andrew Nichols
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Aug 1908
DIED FROM HIS INJURIES
Andrew Nichols died at the Alms House in this county on Monday night of this week from injuries received one day last week, which, according to his version, given to persons in Luray, a day or two before, were received in Jefferson county the latter part of last week at the hands of a colored man who he said struck him and robbed him of his monet, some $16. It is believed that his injuries were the result of a fall from the cars. On Monday he came to Luray in a critical condition, and was taken to the Alms House, where, as above stated, he died the same night. Dr. Hammer, coroner, held an inquest on Tuesday. Nichols, who was 25 or 30 years old, was a son of “Coover” Nichols, the noted Madison county well digger. He had been at work for the last five or six years in the vicinity of Charlestown.
Dr. Hammer reports that the autopsy revealed a large crack in the skull, and that the brain had been seriously injured by the blow. He is of the opinion that his injury was the result of a fall.
George Nichols***
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Jan 1902
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements, Marksville 6 Jan 1902
Mr. George Nichols died yesterday near Mauck. He had been in declining for sometime. The deceased was about 70 years of age.
Isaac Nichols (son of Acrey)
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Jan 1906
BROTHER KILLS BROTHER!
Ezra Nichols, aged about 18 years killed his brother Isaac Nichols, aged about 25, on Tuesday of last week. Both are sons of Acrey Nichols, who lived about four miles southeast of the Pinnacle, in Madison county, and it was at his late home where the tragedy occurred. The elder brother had just returned home, and on account of some reproff he had given the younger brother, the latter became enraged and drew his pocket knife with which he stabbed his brother twice, killing him almost instantly. After killing him he went to several neighbors and reported what he had done, and then sent word to the Madison authorities to come and arrest him. He is now in Madison jail.
Jordan Nichols
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Oct 1908
Pencilgraphs
Mr. Jordan Nichols, in the Blue Ridge east of Ida, died at his home last Friday, aged about 59 years, we learn. Tuberculosis was the cause of his death. Mr. Nichols had been a member of the Dunkard church for a number of years, and was regarded as an honorable, upright citizen.
Sandy Nichols
Page Courier, Thursday 22 Feb 1906
MURDER IN MADISON
A Most Cold Blooded Homicide Over a Trivial Matter
What appears to have been a most cold blooded murder is told in a message received from Madison telling of the killing of Sandy Nichols by his father-in-law, Layton Sisk. The homicide occurred in the home of Sisk, near the headwaters of the Rapidan, and in the presence of the female members of the family, and was the outcome of a most trivial quarrel. Sisk started to put some wood on the fire when Nichols told him not to do it. One word followed another, and Sisk walked over and pulling a pistol deliberately placed it at her hear of his son-in-law and pulled the trigger. Death was instantaneous. Sisk made no attempt to escape, and when questioned regarding the tragedy said that he had been insulted twice that day by his victim, and he through he would end the matter at once and for all time. To the coroner he said, describing his action in placing the revolver at the heart of the dead man as he told the story, “I got it at the right place, and I just let her go.” It developed that the men had had trouble over some poisoned fruit trees. The tragedy occurred on the night of the 10 inst., and the murderer is in jail at Madison Courthouse.- Spirit of the Valley.
Mrs. W.H. Nichols
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jan 1906
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. W.H Nichols died at the home of her husband near Bixler’s Ferry on Saturday morning, Dec. 23, 1905, aged about 23 years. Consumption was the cause of death. She was a daughter of Mr. David Nichols, of the same neighborhood. The burial took place the following day.
William T. Nicholson
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Aug 1905
MADISON MAN KILLED ON TRAIN
The body of Wm T. Nicholson, who was killed by falling from an excursion train near Winchester on last Thursday, was brought to Luray on the Friday night train, and taken to Rappahannock the same night, accompanied by Mr. O.S. Judd and Mr. Herbert Huffman, of this place, and two brothers of the deceased. The young man’s body was taken to Hazel Top, the home of his father, for burial. He was about 22 years old and unmarried. His father is Benton Nicholson, of Madison county.
Gideon Norman
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Mar 1910
Of Pondsville, died at 5 o’clock morning at Bellevue, of general debility, aged 83 years. He was taken to the institution Saturday afternoon in a critical condition. Mr. Norman had been at Bellevue four times. He was a widower and is survived by two sons, Geo. and Elvin, of Pennsylvania, and two brothers living in Luray- Hagerstown Mail.
Abraham Painter
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Mar 1892
Marksville Matters
MARKSVILLE, VA., March 22, 1892
Mr. Abraham Painter, one of our aged citizens, died last Friday night. He was a respected citizen, and held the office of Overseer of the Poor at the time of his death.
Mrs. Abraham Painter
Page Courier Thursday 10 May 1906, no. 6, pg. 3, col. 5
MARKSVILLE MENTION AND STANLEY STATEMENTS
Mrs. Painter Passes Away
Mrs. Painter, widow of the late Abraham Painter died Sunday morning at an advanced age. She was a good woman, a member of the O.S. Baptist church. She leaves a large number of children, grand-children and great grand children to mourn her loss.
Mrs. Ambrose Painter (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Feb 1899
A Greatly Afflicted Family
Mrs. Ambrose Painter died of typhoid fever about three miles south of town last Saturday evening. Her funeral was preached by her pastor Rev. Mr. Isely of the Leaksville Christian church, of which Mrs. Painter was a member. She leaves a husband and 8 children to grieve her untimely death, her age being only 35 years. All of Mr. Painter’s children are now sick, and his unusual affliction arouses the deepest sympathy of all who know him.
Mrs. Ambrose Painter (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Feb 1899
Stanley Statements, Stanleyton, Va. Feb. 6, 1899
Mrs. Ambrose Painter died at the residence of her husband in the Leaksville neighborhood last Saturday, and was buried at Leaksville on Monday afternoon, Rev. E.T. Iseley, of the Christian church officiating. Mrs. Painter was the daughter of Lemuel Alger, of the Newport neighborhood…
Mrs. Anna Painter***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Feb 1903
Marksville Mention, And Stanley Statements, MARKSVILLE, VA., Feb. 3
...
Mrs. Anna Painter, about 89 years old, died last Saturday night.
Miss Daisy Painter***
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Feb 1904
All Around Alma
Miss Daisy Painter, daughter of Mr. Jackson Painter, died on last Friday, about 19 years. She was buried on last Sunday at the Adventist church.
Miss Daisy Lee Painter***
IN MEMORY OF Daisy Lee Painter
who departed this life at the home of her father A.J. Painter, Esq., near Stanley, Va. February 5, aged 19 years, 5 months and 4 days...
David Painter
Page Courier, Thursday 5 May 1904
Leaksville Letter, Leaksville, Page Co, Va 3 May 1904
Mr. David Painter near the Adventist church, died Monday morning of typhoid fever. He leaves a wife and three small children. Mr. Painter was about thirty-three years of age.
Miss Emma Painter
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Sep 1893
Miss Emma B. Painter, daughter of Mr. Noah Painter, of Leaksville, died last Sunday, aged about 25 years.
Ferdinand Painter
Page Courier, Thursday 25 Nov 1909
AND NEWS ITEMS ALL ALONG RURAL ROUTE No. 3
Mr. Ferdinand Painter
Died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hubert L. Painter, who resides near Stanley, Nov. 16th, 1909. Had he lived four days longer, he would have been 19 years old. Tuberculosis was the cause of his death. “Ferd” was a model young man, liked by all who knew him. His funeral and burial took place at the Adventist church on Friday of last week… R.H. Pittman, of Luray, preaching his funeral.
Guy Painter***
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Nov 1901
All Around Alma, Alma, Page Co, VA 26 Nov 1901
Mr. Guy Painter, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Painter, died on last Thursday morning, November 21st, of fever, aged 17 years, 9 months and 9 days. His funeral was conducted by Elder B.F. Purdham.
Irena May Painter***
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Nov 1901
All Around Alma
Alma, Page Co, VA 10 Nov 1901
On last Monday morning about 9 o'clock the Death Angel came and took Irena May, the little 8 year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M.V. Painter. She was taken with diptheria last Friday a week...
Isaac Painter
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Feb 1907
Live Leaksville Local
The News on R.F.D. No. 3
Mr. Painter’s Death
Mr. Isaac Painter, who singular and serious illness was mentioned in these columns before, died last Saturday morning. Mr. Painter cut his hand on a barb wire fence slightly, not even enough to draw blood, but which got very sore going up into his body, resulting in blood poison. Mr. Painter was about 57 years old. He was at one time, a boatman on the Shenandoah, and a merchant at Stanley. He was well known. He leaves a wife and three grown children, one son who has been in Pennsylvania for 17 years. Three brothers and one sister and a host of relatives to mourn his departure. He was buried in his father’s cemetery, the late Mr. Abram Painter’s, last Sunday.
Jacob Painter***
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Jul 1903
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements, Marksville, Va. 29 June
Mr. Jacob Painter died on last Thursday near Stanley of consumption, aged 30 years. Rev. B.B. White conducted the funeral services.
Miss Liza Painter***
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Sep 1902
Stanley Notes
Miss Liza Painter died Monday morning of consumption at her father's home, Mr. Isaac Painter, in Stanley.
Miss Mattie Painter***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Jan 1902
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements, Marksville, Va. 13 Jan 1902
Miss Mattie, daughter of Mr. Joseph Painter, died last Tuesday and was buried at the Adventist church, Rev. B. Lee Parrott conducting the funeral. She was 27 years of age and died of lung affection.
Noah Painter
Page Courier, Thursday 22 Dec 1892
Massanutton Matters
MASSANUTTON, VA. Dec. 21, 1892
DEAR COURIER:- The death of our time-honored friend, Mr. Noah Painter, of Leaksville, cast a gloom over the entire neighborhood. It fell to our lot to witness the said even, which occurred at 9:15 o’clock on the night of the 12 inst. His family consisted of a loving wife and seven devoted children. He was a faithful and consistent member of the Old School Baptist church 43 years, having been baptized by Elder Ambrose Booton at the old Grape Vine church, this county, in ’49. His funeral was preached by Elder Oliphant, of Indiana, in the presence of a
LARGE CONCOURSE
of relatives and friends…
Nora Painter
Page Courier, Thursday 16 AUg 1900
Nora Painter
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. W. Painter, died at the home of her parents, near Leaksville, aged 9 years, 6 months and 2 days. The cause of her death was whooping cough and pneumonia... Funeral services were conducted by Elder John R. Daily.
Peter Painter***
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Sep 1904
All Around Alma
DEAR COURIER:- Mr. Peter Painter died at his home near Alma, Sept. 9, 1904, in the 79th year of his age. He leaves two sons and one daughter, Mrs. Frank Rhinehart, Peter C. and James A. Painter, all of this county. He was the last of the old generation of Painters who have been prominent in this county for the last one hundred years. Some of his ancestors were the early settlers of this country... His funeral was preached on Monday by Elder Daily...
Mr. Peter Painter, whose death we have just mentioned, dug the first grave that was ever dug at Graves' Chapel. The first person buried there was an old colored woman belonging to Mr. Thos. J. Grave's father...
Mrs. James Parks***
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Mar 1903
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements, Marksville, Va, March 10
Mrs. James Parks died last week about three miles south of Marksville. Her husband died suddenly last summer on Tanner's Ridge. She had been in bad health sometime.
Mrs. Lucy Parks
Page News & Courier, Thursday 14 Jan 1909
Interesting Items from Ida, Printz Mill, Blosserville, and Other Points Along No. 2
Mrs. Parks Dead
Mrs. Lucy Parks, wife of Mr. Ed. Parks, died at the home of her husband, at Skyland, this county, on Thursday, January 7th, aged about 30 years. She leaves a husband and three children to mourn their loss.
Mrs. Martin Pence***
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Mar 1902
All Around Alma, 25 Mar 1902
Mrs. Martin Pence, near here, died very suddenly on last Monday night, aged 48 years. She was only sick about fifteen minutes. Mrs. Pence was a sister of Mr. G.W. Nauman, of this place.
Isaac Petefish
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Apr 1880
Pencilgraphs
Isaac Petefish, who lived near Marksville, was buried on last Saturday. He was about 72 years old.
Mrs. Mary Phillips
Page Ccourier, Thursday 20 Oct 1892
Marksville Matters
MARKSVILLE, VA., Oct. 17, 1892
EDITORS PAGE COURIER:- Mrs. Mary Phillips, widow of Wm Phillips, dec’d., died at the residence of her son, John W. Phillips, Esq., at Alma, this county, on the 10 inst., and was buried at Graves’ Chapel cemetery the next day. She was in her 73rd year. She leaves several children, many grand-children, and two great-grand-children, and was a good woman… Her funeral was preached by Rev. Mr. Quarles, assisted by Dr. J. Rollansbee.
Abijah Price
Page Courier, Thursday 5 May 1887
Mr. Abijah Price died at his residence on the Hawksbill, near Grace Church, in this county, last Sunday. He had been in failing health for some months, though the immediate cause of death was dropsy. He was about 62 years of age.
Benjamin Price
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Mar 1906
Live Leaksville Locals
Mr. Benjamin Price died Feb. 20th, 1906, at his home one and one-half miles north west of Stanley, aged 75 years, 5 months, and 5 days. His death was very sudden as he died while sitting in his chair. He was a quiet and peaceable citizen, respected by all. His beloved wife preceded him to the spirit world last August. His children and grandchildren are left to mourn his departure but should emulate his example. His remains were laid to rest in the Adventist cemetery- Elder Brown officiating.
Mrs. Benjamin Price
Page Courier, Thursday 24 Aug 1905
Marksville Mention Stanley Statements
The Grim Reaper
Mrs. Benjamin Price died last Monday at her home near Alma, and on Tuesday her remains were interred in the Adventist church cemetery, Rev. B.B. White preaching her funeral. She was 76 years, 3 months and 28 days old, and leaves a husband and 7 children.
Mrs. Bettie Price***
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Oct 1898
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Bettie Price, widow of the late John Price, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Peter Painter, Jr., near Alma, this county, last Monday morning, aged about 68 years. She was a member of the Old School Baptist church, and her funeral was conducted by Elder John R. Daily on last Tuesday.
Mrs. Lillie Price
Page Courier, Thursday 4 May 1899
MARKSVILLE MATTERS: STANLEY STATEMENTS
MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., VA Monday, May 1, 1899
Mrs. Lillie Price, daughter of Isaac Painter, Esq., died at Stanleyton on last Friday, and was buried in the Painter family grave-yard Saturday afternoon, Rev. B.B. White, officiating. Mrs. Price died of consumption.
Mrs. Mary Ann Price
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Dec 1900
DIED
A private letter from Oregon, Mo., announces the death of Mrs. Mary Ann Price, widow of the late Peter Price, which occurred at her home on Friday night, Nov. 16th. Mrs. Price was a sister to E.A. and the late N.H. Keyser, of Rappahannock, and the late A.J., Joseph and William Keyser and Mrs. Milton Biedler, of Page, and Mrs. J.M. Fray, of Madison county.- Warren Register.
Morgan Price***
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Jan 1903
Mr. Morgan Price, a well-known resident of Bridgeport, Frederick county, died Christmas day, of heart disease. Mr. Price was 67 years of age and a native of Page county. He served in the Confederate army, being in Capt. Parks' company. A wife and eleven children survive him.- Baltimore Sun, December 26th.
Peter Price***
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Apr 1886
Kansas Letter
IOWA POINT, KAS., Mar. 31, '86
EDS. VALLEY COURIER: Once more the death roll has been called, and this time calls Peter Price, of Oregon, Holt county, Missouri. Mr. Price was a native Virginia, having been born in Frederick county, near Winchester, on the 6th of August, 1797. His family moved to Page county soon after his birth, where he was married to Miss Leah McKay, daughter of Enos McKay, on Sept. 12, 1820. There was five children born to them, three of which died in infancy, the other two are still living. Mrs. Price died on the 18th of September, 1828, and on the 17th of November, 1829, Mr. Price was united in marriage, this time to Miss Mary Keyser, daughter of Mr. Noah Keyser, of Luray. By this marriage there were thirteen children born to him, nine of whom still survive him. In 1855 Mr. Price moved from Page county to Oregon, Holt county, Mo., where he has ever since resided... He was a member of the Baptist church... He was buried by the Masonic fraternity, of which order he was an honored member. Mr. Price was 88 years, 7 months and 12 days old.
Mrs. Sarah Price
Page Courier, Thursday 30 Oct 1890
Death of an Aged Lady
Mrs. Sarah H. Price, aged 82 years, died Saturday, October 18th, at the residence of her son, C.D. Price, Esq., near Alma, this county. Mrs. Price's maiden name was Sarah Thresher; she was born and reared at Lovettsville, Loudoun county, Va., where she lived until eight years ago when they moved to Alma. She was married 57 years ago, and her aged husband, together with three sons and one daughter, yet survive him. Mrs. Price was for many years a zealous member of the Presbyterian church. Her funeral was preached by Rev. Mr. Quarles... her remains were buried in the Alma Cemetery...
Miss Sarah Price***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Dec 1903
All Around Alma
ALMA, PAGE CO., VA, Dec. 15, 1903
DEAR COURIER:- Died, at the residence of Mr. A.J. Huffman, near Alma, on Thursday night of last week, Miss Sarah Price, aged 63 years, 11 months and 15 days. She had been a great sufferer for about four months with dropsy. She was a daughter of the late Stephen Price, who died about twenty years ago. She leaves one brother and two sisters- Mr. Isaac Price and Mrs. Wm. Wright, of Shenandoah county, and Mrs. Geo. Dinges, of Charlestown, W.Va. She was a member of the Christian church. Her funeral was preached on Sunday by the Rev. Ashby, of the Lutheran church...
Mrs. Susan Price
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Apr 1909
Live Letter From No. 2
Interesting Items from Ida, Printz Mill, Blosserville, and Other Points Along No. 2
Death of Mrs. Price
Mrs. Susan Price, widow of the late Abijah Price, died at the residence of her son, Mr. Thos. J. Price, at Antioch church, at 8 o’clock, on Sunday night, March 28, 1909, aged 89 years.
Mrs. Price’s death was due to the infirmities of old age, having been confined to her bed for less than one week. She is survived by six daughters and two sons, as follows: Miss Barbara Price, Mrs. Sarah J. Printz, and Mrs. O.P. Aleshire, of this county, and Mrs. Laura Shuler, of Kansas, Mrs. Fannie Jones, of Philadelphia, and Mrs. Emma Davis, of Charlestown, West Va., and Messrs. George W. and Thomas J. Price, of this county. She is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Emanuel Hershberger, who is now in her 92nd year. Mrs. Price had been a member of the Episcopal church for 70 years. Her funeral was conducted by Rev. D.L. Miller, from the home of her son, Mr. Thomas Price, with interment in Grace church burial ground at Ida…
Thomas William Price***
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Mar 1896
Murder at Grove Hill!
A dastardly murder was committed at Grove Hill, this county, last Saturday morning, February 29, 1896, about 8 o’clock.
Thomas William Price was shot and killed by a Negro tramp who gave his name as Lewis Johnson.
The circumstances are as follows:
The Negro early on Saturday morning passed by the Gem Furnace where he met Joseph Breeden. He asked Breeden for a chew of tobacco, when Breeden told him he didn’t have any. The negro cursed Breeden and shot at him twice. He then ran. Breeden went to Shenandoah, and engaged Price to assist him in catching the negro. Price armed with a double-barrel shot gun started in the direction of Grove Hill, taking a flank movement through the fields. Breeden took the Railroad track going in the same direction. Price intercepted the negro a few rods north of Grove Hill and marched him back towards Shenandoah. They had passed Grove Hill about two hundred yards, when they saw Breeden coming.
At this point the negro drew his pistol and shot Price twice- once in the mouth and one in the abdomen. After he was shot Price shot twice at the negro, tho as he was running it is not known whether either took effect. The negro fled in the direction of Luray, tho it is reported that he has since been seen in Buena Vista.
Price was carried to Mr. Petty’s store at Grove Hill, where he received surgical attention at the hands of Dr. W.A. Koontz. The shooting was done with a 32-calibre pistol. One ball entered the mouth and came out on the side of the neck, the other entered the abdomen near the navel, lodging in the muscles of the back, and from which latter wound he died about 46 hours afterwards. Dr. Hudson held an inquest when a verdict was rendered in accordance with the above facts.
Price is a son of Gabriel Price, who lives at Ingham. He was about 30 years of age, and leaves a wife and two children.
The negro is short, heavy set and very black.
The community where the crime occurred is, we are informed, greatly excited over the affair, and justly demands that prompt action should be taken to bring the offender to justice.
Aaron S. Printz
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Feb 1899
Pencilgraphs
Mr. Aaron S. Printz, in his 89th year, lies critically ill at his home at Stony Man this county. Up to within a few weeks ago he attended actively to the duties of his mill, but about that time he received a fall and since that time has been failing rapidly. His death now is looked for at any hour.
Since the above was written Mr. Printz has died.
Catherine Printz
Page News & Courier, Thursday 7 Feb 1889
Mrs. Catherine Printz, mother of Philip M. Printz, of this county, died last week. She was in her 86th year, and had been a member of the church 71 years and a widow 41 years, her husband being Jacob Printz, who we suppose, will be remembered now only by our oldest citizens.
Gabriel Printz
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Aug 1887
At his residence near the Caverns, Luray, Va., on Thursday night, July 28, 1887, of consumption, Mr. Gabriel Printz, in the fifty-fifth year of his age. His funeral was preached on Friday in Broad Street Baptist church by Elder F.M. Perry…, after which his remains were interred in Green Hill cemetery.
Gideon Printz***
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Feb 1903
PRINTZ MILL PEOPLE
Printz Mill, Feb. 16, 1903
DEAR COURIER:- Mr. Gideon Printz died at his home near the Intake last Sunday night, aged about 70 years. He had been in bad health for sometime. He was a member of the Lutheran church, and his funeral was preached by his pastor, Rev. J.N. Stirewalt. He leaves one brother and one sister, Mr. Jno. S. Printz and Mrs. John P. Shenk...
Jacob P. Printz
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Sep 1908
DEATH OF MR. JACOB P. PRINTZ
Mr. Jacob Printz, formerly of Page, died in a hospital in Washington city last Saturday. His remains were brought to Luray and buried last Sunday in the graveyard on the old homestead of his father-in-law, B.S. Printz near Stony Man, Rev. J.E. Shenk conducting the funeral services. Mr. Printz was in the 68th year of his age. His death was the result of paralysis, from which he had been a helpless sufferer since last winter. Mr. Printz was a Confederate veteran belonging to Co. K. of ths county. After the close of the war he entered the private school of the late Leonard S. Printz, in which a number of ex-soldiers, lately returned from the army, among whom were John D. Printz, of this county, Hiram Printz, now of Kansas, and Artenias S. Printz, of Washington, all young men who four years before had quit the farm and school room for the battle field, and whose education had been neglected by the four years of camp life. Mr. Printz is survived by two brothers, Mr. W. Printz, of Shenandoah, this county, and Mr. L.D. Printz, of Ohio, and by two sisters, Mrs. Emily Zirkle, of this place, and Mrs. Solon Kite, of Culpeper. He is also survived by his widow and several children.
Noah Printz
Page Courier, Thursday 4Jan 1906
DEATH OF MR. NOAH PRINTZ
Mr. Noah Printz died at her home near Stony Man, this county, on Friday morning, Dec. 29, 1905. He had been in failing health, though no one had supposed him to be seriously sick, and his death therefore was a surprise to his near neighbors even. The evening before he apparently died and preparations had been made for his burial, when he revived, after having been in a state of suspended animation for several hours. After this he lived several hours before death actually occurred. He was about 75 years of age. He leaves a widow and four sons, one in Wyoming, one in Ohio, one in New York and one in this county; also, two daughters, one in Ohio and one in Page. His funeral was preached by his pastor, Rev. J.N. Stirewalt, and his remains were interred in Mt. Calvary Lutheran church beside those of kindred, some of whom were the early settlers of this valley.
Mrs. Rebecca Printz
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Feb 1899
Death of Mrs. Rebecca Printz
Died at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. S.T. Kite, at Grove Hill, this county, Mrs. Rebecca Printz, at an advanced age. Mrs. P. was the widow of Isaac C. Printz, who died many years ago near Stony Man, this county. She leaves several sons and daughters- Mrs. Michael Zirkle, of this place, Mrs. S.T. Kite, of Grove Hill, Mr. W.P. Printz, of Shenandoah City, Mr. J.P. Printz, of Prince William county, and Mr. Delaney Printz, of Ohio. Mrs. Printz was a member of the Disciples church.
Mrs. Reuben Printz
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Dec1881
Died
On last Saturday, the 10th inst., of abdominal dropsy, MRS. PRINTZ, wife of Reuben Printz, Esq., who lives near Blosserville, in this county.
Samuel Printz (of William)
Page Courier, Thursday 22 Oct 1885
Letter From Stony Man
October 20, 1885
Samuel Printz, of Wm., died last week in Madison county.
Mrs. Sarah Printz***
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Oct 1903
DEATH OF MRS. PRINTZ
Mrs. Sarah Printz, widow of the late Christian Printz, died at her residence near Shenk's Mill, on the N.M. and S. Turnpike, this county, Friday, October 9, 1903, after an illness of about six weeks, aged 78 years. Her funeral was preached by her pastor, Rev. Mr. Stirewalt, at Morning Star church... She leaves 8 children, as follows: Mrs. Philip Stomback, Mrs. Thomas Jewell, Mrs. Franklin Jewell, Mrs. William Nunn, and Messrs. D.W., H.A., T.J. and J.W. Printz, 40 grandchildren, and a host of friends. She also leaves six brothers- five of whom- Messrs. Emanuel, John, Henry, Paul, and Thomas Miller- all prominent citizens of the Dry Run section, this county, and one, Mr. Albert Miller, in the west.
Mrs. Printz was baptized in infancy and at a proper age, connected herself with the Lutheran church...
William Printz
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Jan 1895
Pencilgraphs
Mr. William Printz, aged about 77 years, died at the residence of his son, Mr. James F. Printz, near Ida, this county on December 27, 1894.
Benjamin Propes***
Page Courier Thursday 12 Mar 1903
Mr. Benjamin Propes., aged 83 years, fifty years ago a citizen of Page county, died recently at his home in Illinois. He was related to the well-known Propes and Louderback families of this county.
Mrs. Sebastian Propes***
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Apr 1901
DEATH OF MRS. PROPES
Mrs. Sebastian Propes died at the home of her husband at Shenandoah City, this county, on last Friday, April 12, 1901, aged 68 years, lacking two days. She had been an invalid for the last eight or ten years, her entire left side being paralyzed. Mrs. Propes was a daughter of the late Reuben Foltz, and sister of Mr. Emanuel Foltz, of Stanley, this county. She leaves seven sons and three daughters- all grown- besides a large number of relatives... Mrs. Propes was a member of the Dunkard church, and her funeral was preached on Saturday by Elder D.W. Strickler, of this place.
George Purdham
Page Courier Thursday 10 May 1906
MARKSVILLE MENTION AND STANLEY STATEMENTS
Death of Mr. George Purdham
Mr. George Purdham, son of the old mail carrier, Mr. Jeremiah Purdham died last week, and was buried in the family burying ground on Monday, May the first. He was about 50 years old.
Miss Haney Purdham***
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Jan 1902
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements
Marksville, VA 6 Jan 1902
Miss Haney Purdham died on last Sunday near Marksville at an advanced age.
Jeremiah Purdham
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Jan 1909
Jeremiah Purdham
Was born May 3, 1827, and died December 23, 1908, aged 81 years, 7 months and 20 days. Cause of death, old age and general break down.
Mr. Purdham was married April 5, 1849, to Mary Jenkins, who died March 1, 1882. He was again married in May, 1887, to Nancy Virginia Taylor, who survives him.
He died in the home where he had lived for more than fifty years, and within a mile of the house where he was born.
He leaves a widow, four sons, three daughters, twenty-two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a large number of other relatives and friends; his two oldest sons preceded him to the grave.
For a number of years he was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist church, at Old “Zion” and served as the first Elder of that church. Some years ago his connection with that church was severed, but he never fully abandoned his death in the doctrines held by that people.
In his last days he frequently talked on the subject of religion…
About one hour before he died he called all his family who were at home to his beside and told them that the end was near, and he wished to give them all good-bye!…
All his children who are living were with him in his last days, and most of them remained to the end.
The funeral services were conducted at the old home December 25th by Eld. H.W. Herrell, of Richmond, Va., assisted by Eld. T.H. Painter, of Stanleyton, Va., and he was buried in the family graveyard on the hill.
A SON
Mrs. Jeremiah Purdham
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Mar 1882
Letter From MARKSVILLE, Marksville, Va. 6 Mar 1882
Mrs. Jeremiah Purdham who has been sick for a few weeks, died and was buried on last Friday. She left a large family and a host of friends; her children are about all grown.
John C. Purdham
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Dec 1886
MARKSVILLE MATTERS
Marksville, Va., Nov. 30, 1886
DEATH OF A PROMISING YOUNG MAN
Mr. John C. Purdham, of this place, died two weeks ago. His funeral was preached on last Sunday by Rev. B.B. White. He was a young man respected by all who knew him.
Miss Lillie Purdham***
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Sept 1898
MARKSVILLE MATTERS
Marksville, Page Co., Va.
Aug. 29, 1898
Miss Lillie Purdham, daughter of Mr. Samuel Purdham, died of typhoid fever at the residence of her father last Friday morning. She was a consistent member of Graves’ Chapel Methodist church, and was respected by all who knew her.
Mrs. Ellen S. Reamer
Page Courier, Thursday 5 May 1898
Death of a Former Resident of Page
In Parsons, Kansas, Saturday, April 30th, 1898, Mrs. ELLEN S. REAMER. Mrs. Reamer was born September 11, 1821, and was therefore 76 years, 7 months and 29 days old. The funeral services were held in Chetopa, Kansas, Sunday evening, May 1st, at the residence of Dr. L.B. Kackley, at five o’clock. Mrs. Ramer was the widow of the late John W. Reamer, formerly of Blosserville, this county, the family having removed to Kansas some twenty-five years ago.
Mrs. Elizabeth Rhinehart
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Dec 1891
Activities Around Alma
Alma, Page County, VA, February 10, 1891
We learn with regret of the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Rinehart, which occurred at the home of her son of the West side of the Shenandoah River. Mr. R. had been the widow of A.J. Rinehart for about thirty years. The deceased had been a member of the Christian church at Newport since its organization.
Mrs. Hardin Richards
Page Courier, Thursday 29 Jun 1899
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Hardin Richards died of dropsy at her home near Marksville last Tuesday. She was about 60 years old.
Aptil Rickard
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Oct 1888
Pencilgraphs
Aptil Rickard, Esq., an old citizen of the county, died one day last week at his home near
Rileyville.
Mrs. Clara Rickard
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Oct 1903
DEATH OF AN AGED LADY
Mrs. Clara Rickard, relict of the late Asher Rickard, died at her home near Kimball, this county, last Wednesday, September 30, 1903. She had reached the advanced age of 80 years. She was the mother of Messrs. J.C., M.C., I.A. and William Rickard, all good citizens of this county.
Mrs. John D. Roberts
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Oct 1880
DIED
Near Cedar Point, Page county, on Friday of last week, Mrs. John D. Roberts, of typhoid fever.
Mrs. Mary Rodgers
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Dec 1900
Marksville Mention, 3 Dec 1900
Mrs. Mary Roders, widow of the late Alex Rodgers, was paralyzed for nearly a week and died last Monday, aged 76 years, 2 months and 2 days...
George W. Sampson***
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Jan 1905
Pencilgraphs
Mr. Geo. W. Sampson, aged 78 years, 6 months and 13 days, died January 6, 1905, at the home of his son, Mr. R.E. Sampson, near Stony Man, this county. He leaves 12 children. He was a member of the Disciples church.
Mrs. Laura Virginia Seakford (I)***
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Jun 1904
All Around Alma
DEAR COURIER:- Mrs. Laura Virginia Seakford, beloved wife of Mr. John W. Seakford, departed this life at her home near Alma Friday, June 17, 1904, aged 57 years and 20 days. She leaves a husband and seven children to mourn her loss- Mrs. M.V. Painter, of Alma; Mrs. W.C. Evans, of Baltimore; Mrs. Walter Berrey, of Port Norris, N.J.; and Misses Nina and Lillye, at home, and two sons- Wheeler and Bennie- one daughter having preceded her to the spirit world 13 years ago; also two half-sisters- Mrs. Sallie Lucas and Mrs. G.W. Knight- and three half-brothers- Messrs. E.A. Aleshire, of Alma, J.W. Aleshire, of Colorado, and Isaac, of Kansas. Her funeral was preached on Sunday morning at 11 o'clock by Elder John R. Daily, her pastor, at the Baptist church, after which her remains were laid to rest beside her daughter in the cemetery at thr Lutheran church...
Mrs. Laura Virginia Seakford (II)***
Page Courier, Thursday 23 Jun 1904
DEATH OF A GOOD WOMAN
Laura Virginia, wife of Mr. John W. Seakford, died at her home near Alma, Page county, Va., June 17. 1904, aged 57 years and 20 days, after an illness of nearly three years... In November, 1896, she was baptized into the fellowship of Alma Primitive Baptist church by Elder T.S. Dalton, who was then her pastor... Beside a grief-stricken husband she leaves the following children: Mrs. Ora Painter, of this county; Mrs. Ada Evans, of Baltimore; Mrs. Brownie Berry, of Port Norris, N.J.; Misses Nina and Lilly and Messrs. Wheeler and Benjamin at home... She sweetly sleeps in Alma cemetery by the side of her daughter, Mattie, who preceded her several years to the spirit world.
Mrs. William Seakford***
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jun 1903
All Around Alma
ALMA, PAGE CO., VA June 2, 1903
Last week, THE COURIER announced the death of Mrs. William Seakford, and as there are three or four William Seakfords in the county, and on account of relatives in the west who read THE COURIER, we will give a more detailed account of her death; Mrs. Seakford was a daughter of the late John Blosser. She was married to Wm Seakford on April 2, 1901, and died on May 26, 1903, aged 32 years, 11 months and 27 days. By her own request her funeral was preached by Elder John R. Daily, of the Old School Baptist church, after which her remains were interred in the Lutheran cemetery. Wm. Seakford is a son of Adam Seakford.
Mrs. Benjamin Seal
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Jan 1900
Naked Creek Notes, 6 Jan 1900
Mrs. Seal, wife of Benj. Seal aged 65 years, is dead.
Mrs. Elizabeth Seal
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Mar 1881
DIED
After a long illness of rheumatism, at the residence of her husband, John Seale, near No. 2 Furnace, Elizabeth Seale, aged 58 years, 6 months and 17 days.
She had been a member of the Methodist church for about twelve years...
Her funeral was preached by Eld J.W. Jollett
Fielding Seal & Mrs. John Downey***
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Feb 1902
Naked Creek Notes
DEAR COURIER:- We have had a great deal of sickness and several deaths recently in our community, Fielding Seal, a very old man, and Mrs. John Downey, aged about 23, died last week.
Mrs. Frank Seal
Page Courier, Thursday 4 May 1905
Mr. Frank Seal, who lives at Stony Man, this county, has had six cases of typhoid fever in his family since the first of January. Two of the cases have been treated by Dr. Hammer, of this place, and the other four by Dr. Long. Of the latter one or two are yet quite sick, though with favorable outlook for recovery. Dr. Long says he is unable to locate any cause for the trouble unless it arrives from a well of water on the premises. The origin of this disease is generally due to impure water, and none can be too careful in this regard.
P.S.- Mrs. Seal died on Friday with the disease. She was a daughter of the late Benj. F. Foster, and was about 30 years of age.
Henry Seal***
Page Courier, Thursday 17 Mar 1898
Death of Mr. Henry Seal
MR. HENRY SEAL, who for many years was a citizen of the Ida section, this county, died at his home in Rappahannock county (where he had been living since last March) on last Thursday, March 10th, 1898, aged about sixty-eight years. The deceased was born and raised in Page county, and has many friends here whose hearts will be saddened by these lines. His remains reached here last Saturday and were interred in the grave yard at Antioch church, near Luray. Mr. Seal had been a member of the Disciples church for a number of years; his funeral was preached by Elder John A. Racer. He leaves a wife- who was a Miss Good, of Shenandoah county- and thirteen children, ten sons and three daughters.
Mrs. Henry Seal
Page Courier, Thursday 3 May 1900
Mrs. Henry Seal died of dropsy at her home near Mount Zion Dunkard church (about 2 1/2 miles south of Luray) on Monday, April 30th, aged about 70 years. She leaves a family of 13 children- 3 daughters and 10 sons. She was a member of the Disciples church, and her funeral was conducted by Elders Racer and Rothgeb. Mrs. Seal was a Miss Good, of Shenandoah county.
Adam Seekford (1)
Page Courier, Thursday 24 May 1906
DEATH OF MR. ADAM SEEKFORD
After a long illness, Mr. Adam Seekford died at his home at Alma this county on Wednesday morning of this week. Mr. Seekford has been a great sufferer for a number of years, and his condition enlisted the sympathy not only of his neighbors, but of an extensive acquaintance throughout the county. He leaves a widow and a number of children…
Adam Seekford (2)
Page Courier, Thursday 31 May 1906
MR. ADAM SEEKFORD
In addition to the notice THE COURIER last week on the death of Adam Seekford, a correspondent sends us the following: Mr. Seekford was for many years the faithful ferryman at Alma, and was accommodating and obliging to all. He was a kind-hearted neighbor and friend. About four months before his death he professed conversion and was baptized by Rev. W.T. Walters. He leaves a widow and the following children: Mrs. Hubert Painter, Mrs. Cora Painter, Mrs. Otis Leake, Mrs. Mildred Burner, and Misses Lena and Blanche Seekford; and Messrs. Cally, Newton, Jacob, William and Luther of this county; Mrs. Alice Wysong, of Shepherdstown. Also the following brothers and sisters: David, Noah, and John W. Seekford, and Mrs. Sarah Alger and Mrs. Robert N. Jenkins, all of Page.
George Seekford
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Mar 1889
Home Happenings
Death of a Prominent and Useful Citizen
Mr. George W. Seekford, one of the most prominent citizens of the northern section of this county, and the Supervisor of his District (the Springfield) died suddenly at his home near Cedar Point last Monday night. The announcement of his death early Tuesday morning startled and grieved his many friends in this place. He had retired for the night as well as usual, so far as we have learned, except that he was suffering from an operation for corns performed during the evening preceding by a strolling “Corn doctor”. He had not been in bed a great while, when complaining of the pains in his feet, he arose and walking across the room several times, told his wife to call his sons that he was going to die. Before they could arrive he was dead. We have heard no authentic statement of the cause of his death, tho’ from his full habit we think it not improbable that it was apoplexy. He was about 54 years of age… As a member of the Board of Supervisors he was frequently called to Luray and had made many friends in the town. He had been for a number of years a consistent and zealous member of the Old School Baptist Church at Big Spring…
Miss Mattie Seekford
Page Courier, Thursday 30 Jul 1891
Actions Around Alma
Alma, Va, July 27, 1891
We regret to chronicle the death of Miss Mattie Seekford, daughter of John Seekford, which occurred on Saturday. The funeral services were conducted by Elder P.W. Yates. The deceased was 16 years and some months old.
Peter S. Seekford***
Page Courier, Thursday 10 Oct 1901
Compton Cullings, Compton, Page Co, Va, Oct. 8, 1901
DEAR COURIER: Death has again visited our community and claimed for its victim Mr. Peter S. Seekford, son of the late George W. Seekford, who died at the residence of his brother, Thomas L. Seekford, Esq, on Monday evening, Oct. 7, 1901. Had he lived till Nov. 26th he would have been 40 years old. For two years he has been suffering from consumption... His funeral was preached by Elder Daily, of the Primitive Baptist church, to a large concourse of relatives and friends, after which his remains were conveyed to Rileyville and laid to rest in the village cemetery.
Mrs. Phoebe Seekford
Page Courier, Thursday 29 Mar 1888
Death of Mrs. Phoebe Seekford
This estimable lady departed this life at the residence of her son, Mr. Adam Seekford, at Alma, on last Friday morning, aged 74 years and 6 months. She was the widow of Geo. Seekford. She had been a member of the Old School Baptist church for 55 years. She was buried on Sunday in the family burying ground near Sands, Elder Paul Yates preaching her funeral in the church at Alma. Two daughters and five sons, Geo. W., one of the county Supervisors, Adam, Noah, Jno. W. and David survive her.
Mrs. Capt. B.F. Shenk
Page Courier, Thursday 26 Apr 1900
Mrs. Shenk, wife of Capt. B.F. Shenk, died at the home of her husband on the pike near Thornton's Gap, on Monday, April 23rd, aged about 66 years. Mrs. Shenk was a member of Bethlehem (Brick) church for many years, and her funeral was preached this morning by her pastor, Rev. J.N. Stirewalt. Mrs. Shenk had been ill for several months. She leaves a husband and three daughters- Mrs. B.W.F. Shenk, Mrs. Will Bradley, and Mrs. John G. Bradley.
Mrs. Martin Shenk
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Mar 1895
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Shenk, widow of the late Martin Shenk, died at an advanced age at her home on Pass Run, this county, the first of the week.
William H. Shomo
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Mar 1908
Mr. William H. Shomo died February 21st, near New Market aged 86 years. Mr. Shomo was born in Shenandoah county, and when a young man came to Newport, Page county, where for 63 years he was the village blacksmith. Soon after coming to Page he married Miss Frances Louderback, and is survived by the following children: Mrs. Isaac Price, Mrs. Anna Breedlove, Mrs. Nannie Rinehart, Mrs. Minnie Alger, Mrs. Rebecca Propes, Mrs. Catharine Gaines, Mrs. Sarah Fox, and Messrs. Samuel and John William Shomo.
Amazon Short***
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Dec 1904
DEATH OF MR. SHORT
In our hurry in getting to press last week we omitted the death of Mr. Amazon Short, which had been furnished us by our Leaksville correspondent. Mr. Amazon Short was born in the year 1816 in what was then Shenandoah county, and died November 25, 1904, and was consequently in his 83rd year. The cause of his death was a complication of diseases. Mr. Short was a member of the Lutheran church.
Mrs. Emma Short***
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Jul 1903
Marksville Mention & Stanley Statements, Marksville, Va July 7
Mrs. Emma Short, wife of Mr. George W. Short, died last Monday evening at Stanley of consumption, aged 29 years. She leaves a bereaved husband and one little boy, also an aged mother, two sisters, Misses Alice and Mattie Booton, and two brothers, Messrs. Geo. C. and John H. Booton, of Luray.
Mrs. Jane Short***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Feb 1901
MRS. JANE SHORT
Mrs. Jane Short, beloved wife of Mr. James W. Short, of Leaksville, Va., departed this life February 2, 1901, after a protracted illness of dropsy of nearly four years. The deceased, Charlotte Jane Dovel, eldest daughter of Abram Dovel, was born December 5, 1833, and attended the age of 67 years, 1 month and 28 days. From the presence of her sister, Mrs. Mayes, who was assisted to administer to her comfort, the messenger summoned her, while one other sister, Mrs. Susan Rodgers, and six children, Messrs. Lewin, Newton and Robert Short, Mrs. D.P. Lillard, of Luray, Mrs. W.D. Dofflemyre, of Shenandoah county, and Miss Virgie Short, of Leaksville, and relatives in the west are left to mourn her departure. She was a faithful, consistent member of the Christian church for about 47 years.
Mrs. John Short
Page Courier, Thursday 18 May 1899
MARKSVILLE MATTERS: STANLEY STATEMENTS
MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., VA Monday, May 16, 1899
Mrs. John R. Short died in Baltimore at the Johns Hopkins hospital on last Friday morning, and her remains were brought to her late home near here the same night on the 8:35 train. She was buried near old Mount Zion church in the Koontz grave-yard on Sunday afternoon. Her funeral was preached in the Adventist church near Stanleyton, by Elder T.S. Dalton… She leaves a husband and seven children… She was a member of the Primitive Baptist church for a number of years… She was 40 years, 8 months and 29 days old.
Miss Rebecca Short***
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Mar 1898
DIED
Near Alma, Feb. 23, 1898, Miss Rebecca Short, daughter of Amazon Short. The deceased had been afflicted for many years, even to such an extent that she was not able to do any work. Her funeral services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. R.H. Cline. She leaves a father and several brothers and sisters to mourn their loss... R.H.C.
Mrs. Susan Short
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Dec 1898
Marksville Matters
Mrs. Susan Short wife of B.F. Short died near Stanley last Wednesday, age 54. She was a good member of the Methodist church…
Mrs. Catharine Skelton
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Apr 1881
DIED
At the residence of her son Jefferson Skelton, Saturday, April 9th, Mrs. Catharine Skelton, at the advanced age of eighty six years, two months and six days.
Frank Skelton
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Oct 1886
An Afflicted Family
It again becomes our painful duty to chronicle the death of another member of the family of Mr. Morgan Skelton, who lives on the eastern suburbs of Luray. On last Saturday at 1 p.m., his son, Frank, died after a lingering illness of several months from that fearful and relentless malady, consumption, in the 17th year of his age. He was buried on Monday in the Cemetery, Rev. L.R. Milbourne, conducting the funeral service. Only last November this family was caused to mourn the loss of another son, and another in January of this year, all from the same disease...
Jefferson Skelton
Page Courier, Thursday 20 Jul 1899
VERY SUDDEN DEATH
Mr. Jefferson Skelton, an aged citizen of this place, died very suddenly last Friday at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. Beauregard Level; aged about 67 years. He had been at work as usual in the forenoon, though about 10 o’clock complained of a pain in his chest and quit work. He went to his home and a few minutes after reaching there fell from his chair and expired before medical aid reached him… Mr. Skelton was buried at the old Kimball graveyard, Elder Daily conducting the service.
Mrs. Jefferson Skelton***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Feb 1901
DEATH OF MRS. SKELTON
Mrs. Skelton, widow of the late Jefferson Skelton, died at her home in this place last Thursday. She was about 64 years of age. She was a member of the Old School Baptist church, and was much respected by all who knew her. Her funeral was conducted by Rev. Mr. Daily and her remains were buried in the Cemetery on Friday.
Morgan Skelton
Page Courier, Thursday 31 Jan 1889
Death of Mr. Morgan Skelton
Mr. Morgan Skelton died at his home near Luray, on last Monday evening, January 28th, about 8 o’clock. As heretofore announced, he had been ill for some time, though recently his decline had been very rapid. His disease was consumption, his being the fifth death in his family from that terrible malady within the last three years. He was a member of the Baptist church, and all through his illness expressed himself as ready for his departure. His remains were interred at Green Hill Cemetery on Wednesday morning, Rev. L.R. Milbourne conducting the funeral services. He was 44 years, 6 months and 16 days old.
William Skelton
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Nov 1885
DIED
At his father’s home, near Luray, on Monday night, November 16, 1885, of consumption, WILLIAM SKELTON, son of Mr. Morgan Skelton, aged 22 years and 14 days. His funeral took place on Wednesday from his father’s residence, Rev. L.R. Milbourne officiating, and his remains were buried in the cemetery.
Mrs. Abe Smelser***
Page Courier, Thursday 25 Apr 1901
Beahm's Budget 22 Apr 1901
Died, at her home in the Ridge on Friday, April 19, 1901, Mrs. Abe Smelser, aged 59 years and 19 days. Mrs. Smelser was confined to her bed for some three or four weeks, with measles, which terminated in pneumonia. Her body was laid to rest in the Morning Star cemetery... She leaves a husband and four children to mourn her loss... The deceased was a member of the Lutheran church, and her funeral was preached by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt.
Mrs. Delaney Smelser (1)
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Apr 1909
DEATH OF A GOOD WOMAN
Died, at her home at Compton, Page county, April 11th, 1909, Mrs. Delaney Smelser, widow of the late Wharton Smelser, after an illness of short duration, aged 65 years, 10 months and twenty-five days. The deceased was a most excellent woman, a daughter of the late Sinnett Atwood. About 30 years ago she united with the Dunkard church at Dry Run, and ever after lived a consistent Christian. May years ago she was left a widow, with the care of a large family; by economy and industry, she reared a most creditable family, all of whom were present at the funeral. One brother, Mr. Nehemiah Atwood, near Oak Hill, and one sister, Mrs. Nancy Triplett, of Rileyville, survive her, together with the following children: Mr. John N. Smelser, at Compton; Miss Annie Smelser, at home; Mrs. Mary Heiston, Camden, New Jersey; Mrs. CL. Shenk, Luray and Mrs. Maggie Heiston, Columbus, Ohio… Her funeral was conducted by her pastor, Elder Wm Peters, of Shenandoah county, assisted by Elders Abram Racer and J.B.F. Huffman..
Mrs. Delaney Smelser (2)
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Apr 1909
Rileyville News and Compton Cullings
Death of Mrs. Smelser
At seven o’clock on Sunday morning, Mrs. Laney Smelser departed this life at her home in Compton, Page Co., Va., aged 66 years.- Paralysis was the immediate cause of her death. Mrs. Smelser was a member of the Dunkard church, having united with that denomination some thirty years ago. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. Nannie Shenk, of Luray; Mrs. Maggie Heiston, of Ohio; Mrs. Mary Heiston, of N.J., and Miss Anna and Mr. J.N. Smelser of Compton, while only one sister and brother survive her, Mrs. Nancy Triplett, and Mr. Nehemiah Atwood, of Rileyville. Funeral services conducted from her late home by Elds. Huffman and Rothgeb and Rev. H.M. Strickler. Interment at Rileyville.
Mrs. George Smelser
Page Courier, Thursday 22 Sep 1892
Pencilgraphs
Mrs. Smelser, widow of the late George Smelser, whose death THE COURIER reported a month or so ago, died at an advanced age last Sunday, at the residence of her husband near Rileyville, this county.
Abram Smith***
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Nov 1903
Mr. Abram Smith, who lived on the west side of the River, in the Egypt neighborhood, died suddenly last Saturday near Mr. P.M. Kauffman's mill. Mr. Smith, who had been complaining for several days, was returning home from the White House by way of Mr. Kauffman;s mill, the latter taking him across the river. From this point Mr. Smith started for home, and had only gone a short distance, when he suddenly expired, presumably from heart disease. Mr. Kauffman was the first to discover the body. Mr. Smith was in his 70th year, and is survived by a wife and three children, Mrs. D.W. Cave, Mrs. John P. Kibler and Mrs. Trenton Kibler. The funeral was conducted by Eld. Martin Rothgeb.
Mrs. Barbara Smith
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Oct 1892
In Memory of my Mother
Died at her home on Mill Creek, this county, April 3rd, 1892, Mrs. Barbara Smith, with of Emanuel Smith, aged 57 years, 6 months and 27 days. Her funeral was preached by her pastor, Rev. J.N. Stirewalt…
BETTIE J. SOURS
Mrs. Bettie Smith
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Nov 1880
DIED
At her husband’s residence, near Criglersville, Madison county, Va., MRS. BETTIE SMITH, wife of Wm N. Smith, Esq., aged about 40 years.
Emanuel Smith***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Mar 1901
MR. EMANUEL SMITH
died at his home on Mill Creek, this county, February 27th, aged about 70 years... a life-long member of the Lutheran church. He leaves a widow and four daughters, all married, to mourn his loss. His first wife, who died about 14 years ago, was a daughter of Mr. Isaac Sours; about eight years ago he married Miss Kate Smelser, daughter of Jacob Smelser, Esq., of Dry Run. Mr. Smith has one brother, now living in Culpeper county, and a sister in Shenandoah county. His funeral was conducted by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt.
John C. Smith
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Feb 1889
Died, aged 92 Years.
Mr. John C. Smith, whose death had escaped our notice, probably the oldest citizen in the county, died at the residence of his son, Mr. Emanuel Smith, on Mill Creek, this county, Feb. 6, aged 92 years, 11 months and 12 days. Mr. Smith was born in this county, near Stony Man, and lived all his life within a radius of a few miles of his birthplace. He was the father of 11 children, all of which except 4 have preceded him to the spirit land. His posterity is a numerous one, consisting of as many as four generations- children, grand-children, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grand-children.
Z. SMITH (ZACHARIAH)
Page Courier, Thursday 17 May 1888
Letter from Criglersville
Criglersville, VA., May 14th, 1888
Mr. Z. Smith died at his home near this place on April 30th, at an advanced age. His aged sister preceded him to the spirit world only six weeks. They had been consistent members of the Baptist church at “F.T.” for a number of years.
George Sours
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Nov 1891 issue
Pencilgraphs
Mr. George Sours, whose injury by a fall from a horse we published last week, died at his home near Ida, Page county, on last Tuesday night, aged about 66 years. His funeral sermon was preached by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt.
Isaac Sours
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Apr 1886
OBITUARY
MR. ISAAC SOURS departed this life March 28th, 1886, aged 85 years, 5 months and 1 day. He leaves a widow and eight children to mourn his death. His funeral was preached by his pastor, Rev. Jno. N. Stirewalt. He had been a member of the Lutheran Church from his infancy up. His last wishes were to go, and we rest assured he is now happy. He leaves sixty grand-children and forty great-grand-children. A.M. BRADLEY
Mrs. Isaac Sours
Page Courier, Thursday 27 Jun 1889
Mrs. Isaac Sours died at her residence on the Blue Ridge last week aged about 60 years.
Mrs. Isaac Sours, Sr.
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Jul 1892
Mrs. Sours, the aged widow of Isaac Sours, Sr., died in her 84th year, last Sunday at the residence of her son-in-law, Jacob Foster, Esq., near Grove’s Mill.
Jacob Sours***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Feb 1901
DEATH OF AN AGED CITIZEN
Mr. Jacob Sours, oen of the oldest citizens of the county- aged about 87 years- died at his home on Dry Run on Wednesday evening, January 30, 1901. Mr. Sours belonged to an old and sturdy German family which moved from Pennsylvania to this county when the land was yet a wilderness. His father, Philip Sours, was born in Germany, emigrated to America, settled in Pennsylvania, as above stated, and aftewards removed to Page, and to the same neighborhood where teh subject of this notice was born. Mr. Sourd always claimed, and we have no doubt that it is true, that he hauled the first wagon load of store goods to Luray that was ever brought here, bringing them from Alexandria. He was buried last Friday, his funeral being preached by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt. He leaves a widow several years his senior and several sons and daughters.
Samuel Sours (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jan 1900
DEATH OF A MEXICAN VETERAN
Mr. Samuel Sours died at his home near Blosserville, this county, on Monday night, January 1, 1900, aged about 75 years... always claimed to have been one of the first soldiers to scale the walls of the city at the battle of Chapultapec, which was probably correct... familiarly called by all who knew him "Chapultapec" His services in the Mexican war were recogniaed by the government which for a long time had granted him a pension. Mr. Sours for many years had been a member of Calvary Lutheran church, and his funeral was conducted by his pastor, Rev. John N. Stirewalt. He leaves a widow and several sons and daughters.
Samuel Sours (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 11 Jan 1900
Printz Mill Pointers, 8 Jan 1900
Mr. Samuel Sours died at his home near Stony Man January 1. Uncle Sam was one of the first men to stand on the walls of Chapultepec just a little over fifty-two years ago. He was also through the war of 1860-'65. He was a member of the Lutheran church, and his funeral was preached by Rev. J.N. Stirewalt at Mt. Calvary... after which he was laid to rest in the old Sours burying ground, near Mr. Reuben Varner's. He was in his 75th year. He leaves a widow and four sons and four daughters and quite a number of grand-children to mourn his departure. The government had been paying him $12 a month, which he richly deserved, we think.
Mrs. Susan Sours***
Page Courier, Thursday 19 Dec 1901
DEATH OF AN AGED LADY
Mrs. Susan Sours died at the residence of her son, Mr. Noah Sours, near Printz Mill, this county, last Sunday, at the advanced age of 98 years. She had been a member of the Dunkerd church for more than 30 years. Her funeral was preached by Elders Walter Strickler and Martin Rothgeb./ Mrs. Sours was the widow of the late Jacob Sours, who died about a year ago, also at a very great age. She was probably the oldest person in the county.
Mrs. Mary Southard
Page Courier, Thursday 19 May 1881
Mrs.Mary Southard, widow of Levi Southard, a soldier of 1812, died at an advanced age, on last Thursday, at her home near Marksville.
Henry Suthard
Page Courier, Thursday 5 Sep 1889
Henry Suthard, aged 30 years, died at his home about two miles south of Marksville, last week of consumption. He leaves a wife and aged mother to mourn their loss.
Mrs. Catherine Stoneberger
Page Courier, Thursday 2 Jun 1887
Died
Mrs. Catherine Stoneberger
At her residence in Rileysville, Page Co., Va., May 27, 1887, MRS. CATHERINE STONEBERGER, widow of the late William Stoneberger, aged 47 years, 3 months and 7 days.
Only seven weeks since this family was called upon to mourn the loss of a kind husband and loving father... Four years ago she was converted and connected herself with the Methodist Church. She leaves 8 children, 5 daughter and 3 sons (some of them quite young) Her funeral was preached by her pastor, Rev. M.M. Long...
Godfrey Stoneberger***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Feb 1901
BREECHPIN IN HIS BRAIN
Godfrey Stoneberger, who lives about two miles south of Stanley, in attempting to discharge his gun last Sunday had the breech pin blown into his brains. The piece of steel is about three inches long and about a half inch in diametet. It entered his head above the left eye, burying itself deep in the skull. Stoneberger rode horseback about two miles after the accident and told the surgeon- Dr. Hudson- who removed it, that during the ride he could feel the iron jostle about in his head. The accident occurred about 1 o'clock and Dr. Hudson saw him about 5 o'clock. The pin was deep in the brain cavity, and it was with difficulty removed only by the aid of forceps. A large quantity of the brain matter had oozed out, the man was still conscious when the Doctor left him.
Since the above was written Stoneberger has died, the sad even occurring on Tuesday night about 8 o'clock.
James Stoneberger & John Rickard***
Page Courier, Thursday 3 Jan 1901
TWO MEN KILLED!
JAMES STONEBERGER AND JOHN RICKARD MEET DEATH
Full and Graphic Account of the Appaling Disaster, Near Rileyville, December 27th
DEAR COURIER: Never in the history of this community has such an accident occurred as the explosion of the boiler at Mr. John Miller's saw mill, located in the Blue Ridge, about 5 miles east of Compton. The sad affair occurred about 10 o'clock last Thursday morning, December 27th, in which James Stoneberger, the fireman, was instantly killed, and John Rickard, the sawyer, was fatally injured, dying at sundown of the same day.
Mr. John Miller, the owner of the saw-mill and Mr. John W. Devers, the off-bearer, are seriously, though it is hoped and believed, not fatally injured. The condition of the injured men, when we saw them, was such as to render an interview impossible. Mr. Aptil Rickard, a brother of one of the victims, was first on the ground after the accident. Mr. Miller was thrown about 100 feet over the slab pile, resulting in a broken leg, besides being badly scalded. After gaining consciousness, he crawled to the shanty (about 60 yards from where he fell) and made a fire. Dr. R.B. Cullers, of Bentonville, and Dr. Ed. Brumback were summoned, and remained with the wounded men all night, greatly alleviating their suffering.
On Saturday the two dead were buried.
James Stoneberger was a son of the late William Stoneberger, and his mother was a sister of Philip Roberts, Esq., of Rileyville. He leaves a widow and two small children; he was 27 years, 5 months and 13 days old. His funeral was conducted by Rev. J.W. Walter... Immediately after the interment the same congregation assembled at the home of Mr. Rickard, near by, where Mr. Walter preached again...
John Rickard was in the 39th year of his age, and was a son of the late Aptil Rickard, and leaves a widow and six children. He was an old lumberman, and had been with this particular engine and boiler for the last twelve years. The boiler had been in use about 20 years, having been brought here from Pennsylvania by the late John Cole, in the year 1880.
It would seem that every living thing about the mill was doomed. A little dog belonging to one of the employees was blown some distance from the mill and killed.
Willis Stoneberger
Page Courier, Thursday 14 Jun 1900
ALL AROUND ALMA
ALMA, PAGE CO., VA 12 Jun 1900
DEAR COURIER:- Death has again visited this community and claimed Mr. Willis Stoneberger, at the residence of his brother-in-law, Amazon Short, near here on June 8, 1900, in his 83d year. His funeral was preached on Sunday in the Lutheran church by Eld. Daily, of Luray, to a large crowd of relatives and friends.
Mrs. Polly Strickler
Page Courier, Thursday 6 Feb 1890
Death of Mrs. Polly Strickler
Departed this life at her son's residence, Leaksville, Page county, Va., Jan. 31, 1890, Mrs. Polly Strickler, wife of David Strickler, de'c., in the 80th year of her age. Mrs. Strickler was the mother of 11 children, the grand mother of 35 grand-children, and the great-grand-mother of 5 great grand-children... She was a devoted member of the Evangelical Lutheran church from an early period in life to the end of her days. On the 1st inst. the usual funeral services were rendered in Liberty church by her pastor in the presence of many sympathizing friends and relatves, Rev. Barney of the Christian Baptist church being present and taking part in the services, after which her body was laid to rest in the family burying ground, by the side of her husband, who had preceded her several years ago... J.W.H.
Absalom Taylor (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Apr 1887
Marksville Matters
MARKSVILLE, VA., April 26, 1887
A very sad and sudden death occurred at Mr. M.V.B. Kite’s mill Friday evening last. Mr. Absalom Taylor, well and in fine spirits, started to the mill and store. While in the mill he fell to the floor and expired, not uttering a word after he fell. Dr. F.P. Koontz called in about that time, examined him, can applied stimulants, but could not revive him. He pronounced the cause of death apoplexy. His wife has been very ill for sometime- her death hourly expected. Perhaps the loss of sleep and anxiety of mind had exhausted him. He was a very industrious man, and leaves twelve children, who depended on him for support, most of them are small, and his widow it is supposed cannot recover… Mr. Taylor was buried on Sunday evening in the presence of a large concourse of friends and neighbors.
Absalom Taylor (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 28 Apr 1887
Dropped Dead
Mr. Ab Taylor, a son of Thornton H. Taylor, Esq., who lives near Marksville, in this county, dropped dead in Mr. M.V.B. Kite’s Mill last Friday. Mr. T. was upwards of forty years of age. He was in usual health, and his sudden death was without a moment’s notice.
Elder Thornton H. Taylor (I)
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Mar 1899 (front page)
ELDER THORNTON TAYLOR DEAD
Elder Thornton Taylor, whose critical illness we noticed last week, died on Wednesday morning last (March 1st) at about the hour our notice of his illness was written. He had attained the advanced age of about 87 years. He was a man of fine native sense, and a preacher of acknowledged ability. During the war he was a strong Union man, on account of which sentiment he made many friends… After the war he entered politics, and was several times a candidate for the Legislature. He conducted aggressive, fearless campaigns, tho he was never elected. Elder Taylor died where he had lived for many years- near the base of the old Blue Ridge, some distance east of Marksville.
Elder Thornton H. Taylor (II)
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Mar 1899
MERE MENTION FROM MAUCK
MAUCK, PAGE CO., VA. March 5, 1899
Elder Thornton H. Taylor died at his home near here March 1, after an illness of four months. He was buried in his family graveyard in the presence of a large congregation of relatives and friends. He was 87 years, 4 months 10 days old. He had been a minister of the Gospel for about 50 years, and leaves 10 children, 69 grand-children and 82 great-grand-children to mourn his loss.
Mrs. Thornton H. Taylor
Page Courier, Thursday 21 May 1896
MARKSVILLE MATTERS
MARKSVILLE, PAGE CO., VA., May 19, 1896
Mrs. T.H. Taylor died Tuesday at her husband’s residence near Mauck at the advanced age of 82 years and 9 months. She leaves a husband, a large family of children, grand-children and great-grandchildren to mourn her death. Rev. C.H. Brown of the Disciples church preached her funeral to a large concourse of relatives and friends.
Henry Tutwiler***
Page Courier, Thursday 8 Apr 1897
Marksville Matters, Marksville, Va, April 6, 1897
Mr. Henry Tutwiler died at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. W.H. Keyser, on last Thursday evening aged 80 years and 2 days. He was buried at Morning Star church by undertaker James T. Phillips on Saturday morning. Funeral preached by Rev. John N. Stirewalt.
"Aunt" Patsy Ward (with some early Luray History)
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Apr 1899
RILEYVILLE LETTER
RILEYVILLE, PAGE CO., VA, APRIL 11, 1899
EDITOR COURIER:- Aunt Patsy Ward, of whom mention has often been made in THE COURIER, died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Catharine Wood, at Oak Hill last Thursday, April 6, in the 110th year of her age, she having been born in February, 1790, on the plantation known as the old county farm, now owned by Mr. John H. Zirkle and occupied by Frank Griffith, Esq... She remembered when there was not a house in Luray and where Main street is located there was a path leading from the Hawksbill to Mill Run. She said the continued use of the path caused a big gully to wash out, and the first houses of Luray, which were all of logs, were built on either side of the gully, which subsequently became the Main street of the town. She lived in the neighborhood of Luray until she was 70 years of age. The last 40 years of her life was spent in Springfield district. Her son-in-law, William Wood ("Big Billy") was a soldier in the war of 1812, on account of which his widow, with whom Aunt Patsy lived, draws a pension from the U.S. government. She is now nearly 80 years of age. When she was 100 years of age Aunt Patsy was received into the fellowship of the U.B. church by the Rev. J.W. Walter, who also officiated at her funeral... Her death leaves Elias Baily the oldest person in Springfield district. Should Mr. Baily live till next May he will reach the good old age of 105.
James Waters
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Nov 1896
Mr. James Waters, an aged citizen of this county, died at his home in the Brick Church neighborhood on last Monday, November 9th, 1896, aged sixty-five years and one month. His funeral will be preached at his late home to-day, Wednesday, by Elder Norton, of the Old School Baptist church. He leaves a wife (daughter of the late Isaac Judd) and four children...
Artemirsa Weekly***
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Mar 1902
Marksville Mantion, Marksville, Va 11 Mar 1902
Mr. F.P. Cave's folks have received a letter from Ashland, Ill., announcing the death on March 1st, of Mrs. Artemirsa Weekly, the widow of the late Jas. W. Weekly, at the advanced age of 83 years. She lived with her son, Mr. Austin Weekly, and had been living in the west 30 years. She leaves 6 sons and 3 daughters.
Mrs. Elizabeth Wheat
Page Courier, Thursday 22 Sep 1892
Death of Mrs. Wheat
Mrs. Elizabeth Wheat, widow of the late Horatio Wheat, died last Saturday morning about 1 o’clock, at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Wm A.J. Miller, in this place. Mrs. Wheat for the last two years of her life was a great sufferer from a malignant cancer of the breast, from which she died… While not a member of any church, her faith was strong in the doctrines of the Old School Baptist church… She was born November 23rd, 1816, and was consequently in her 76th year. Her funeral was conducted on Sunday morning by Rev. Mr. Quarles.
Isaiah Williams
Page Courier, Thursday 15 Sep 1881
Died
On the 17th inst., after a long and painful illness, of consumption, at the residence of his grandmother, Mrs. Jacob Freeze, in this place, Isaiah Williams, step-son of Ambrose Knight, in the 25th year of his age. His funeral was also preached by Mr. Bitting on last Saturday.
__ Wilson (Charles)***
Page Courier, Thursday 16 Jun 1898
DEATHS
The three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson died at the home of its parents on Mill Creek, Page county, on Saturday, June 11.
Grover T. Wilson
Page Courier, Thursday 18 Mar 1909
Sad Death Near Summerduck, Va
Written for THE COURIER by his sister M.V.R.
In loving memory of my dear brother, Mr. Grover Lee Wilson, who was born August 13, 1886, died February 11, 1909, aged 22 years and some six months.-
While in the woods cutting timber he was struck by a falling tree, his head being crushed in a fearful manner. He lived byt a few hours, being unconscious all the time...
He leaves a broken-hearted father and mother, one sister- Mrs. Mamie Rodgers, of Richardsville, Va., four brothers- Messrs. John, Charlie, David and Everett Wilson; two nieces at home... He was a noble Christian boy, and was a member of Flat Run Baptist church, his funeral being preached by Rev. Charles Brook, to a large concourse of relatives and friends...
Mrs. John Wilson***
Page Courier, Thursday 13 Apr 1905
DEATH OF MRS. WILSON
Mrs. John Wilson, aged about 32 years, died at her home near Spring Farm last Sunday evening of consumption. She is surprised by a husband and three children. The deceased was a daughter of the late Jas. Pullin, of this county, Mrs. Wilson was a member of Springfield Methodist church, and her funeral was conducted by Rev. W.H.H. Joyce on Tuesday morning at her late home, after which the burial took place at the old Huffman graveyard on Mill Creek.
Rev. Jonathan Wolfersberger
Page Courier, Thursday 4 Jun 1891
Rev. Jonathan Wolfersberger Dead
In his 77th year, at his home near Kitesville, this county, after an illness of about six weeks’ duration, Rev. Jonathan Wolfersberger departed this life. He had been a preacher for about 50 years, and a colporteur for a number of years. He was a native of Hagerstown, Md.
George Woodward***
Page Courier, Thursday 7 Mar 1901
MR. GEORGE WOODWARD
died at his home in this place last Monday night, March 4th, about 12 o'clock. He was taken sick about a week ago, the cause of his death being pneumonia. Mr. Woodward was born in Rappahannock county, tho lived in Luray the greater part of his life... He leaves a widow and one son, Mr. C.B. Woodward. His funeral, conducted by his pastor, Rev. G.S. Kennard, of the Main Street Baptist church, of which the deceased was one of its oldest members, took place on Wednesday from his late home. Mr. Woodward was in the 74th year of his age.
James A. Woodward***
Page Courier, Thursday 26 May 1887
Pencilgraphs
Mr. James A. Woodward died at his home near Ida Post Office in this county last Friday. His disease was consumption, and he had been afflicted only comparatively a short time. He was about 38 years of age.
John M. Woodward
Page Courier, Thursday 9 Dec 1909
Interesting Ida Items
AND R.F.D. NO. 4 LOCALS
Death of Mr. John Woodward
DEAR COURIER:- Mr. John M. Woodward, of Ida, departed this life last Saturday morning about 6 o’clock after a lingering illness of several years. Interment in the family burying ground. The funeral services being conducted by Elds. Martin Rothgeb of this county and Thomas Cubbage of Fauquier. The deceased was aged 59 years, 8 months and 9 days. He is survived by his widow, one brother Mr. W.E. Woodward, and the following children Messrs. Daniel M. and W.H. Woodward, Mrs. W.H. Somers, Mrs. R.C. Broyles, Mrs. William Hoak, Mrs. A.L. Somers, Mrs. B. Jenkins, and Misses Mattie and Minnie Woodward.
James Van Nort
Page Courier, Thursday 21 Nov 1889
Mr. James Van Nort, an aged citizen of this county, living near Ingham, died quite suddenly soon after going to bed last Saturday night. He had been fishing during the day, and although feeling as well as usual when he retired, was dead in a few minutes thereafter.
Mr. Burrell Via
Page Courier, Thursday 12 Jul 1900
Marksville Matters & Stanley Statements
10 Jul 1900
Mr. Burrel Via died at his home near Stanley one day last week, aged 89 years and 4 months. He was one of our oldest citizens.
Thomas Viands
Page Courier, Thursday 1 Nov 1906
DEATH OF MR. THOMAS VIANDS
A telegram has been received by his relatives here of the death of Mr. Thomas Viands on Tuesday of this week at Luke, Md. He had been residing in that place for some time with his son-in-law, Mr. Andrew J. Cave. His body will be brought to this place for burial. Mr. Viands was in the 85th year of his age, and was a native of this county, where he was highly respected by all who knew him. For many years he had been a member of the Methodist church. Mrs. John M. Miller, who lives near town, is his daughter, and Mr. Jos. F. Viands, now in the Philippines, is his son.
Mother of William Viands
Page Courier, Thursday 6 May 1880
DEATHS- The wife of Mr. Wm. Viands, who lives at the lower forge, died on last Monday.
Page Courier, Thursday 13 May 1880
The Mrs.Viands whose death was announced last week, was the mother of Wm. Viands, not the wife as published.
Mrs. Mary Young
Page Courier, Thursday 20 May 1909
DIED
Mrs. Mary Young, widow of the late William Young, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. John W. Richards, near Ida, last Sunday, May 16th in the 85th year of her age. Her funeral took place on Tuesday, Rev. Mr. Hammond, of the Methodist church, conducting the same, and her remains were buried in the grave-yard on Mr. Daniel Gochenour’s place.
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