PAGE NEWS & COURIER OBITUARIES 1913-1919
Mrs. Eliza Adkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Sep 1916
DEATH OF MRS. ADKINS
Mrs. Eliza Adkins, wife of Kelly M. Adkins, died at her home on the East side of the Ridge on Monday, August 27th after an illness of several years. She was a devoted wife and mother, a Christian lady. For several years she had been an intense sufferer… She had been tenderly cared for by her aged husband and family.
She was the mother of eleven children, and is also survived by four brothers and sisters and her aged husband. The funeral services were conducted at her late home on Tuesday by Eld. Warren Corbin, her pastor. Interment took place in the family grave yard.
Douglas Aleshire
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Jul 1915
Death of Former Page Resident
Douglas Aleshire, son of Col. Jonas Aleshire, the surveyor of the New Market and Sperryville Turnpike, and a former resident of Page county, died at his home at Plymouth, Ill, June 23, 1915, aged 84 years. He was born in Page where he lived until he was 17 years old, moving West with his father and family. The following account of the life of the deceased is taken from The Carthage (Ill.) Republican:
“Douglas Aleshire, son of Colonel Jonas and Mary Brannan Aleshire, was born in Luray, Page County, Virginia, October 21st, 1835.
He was the eldest of a family of nine children, all having preceded him to the great beyond except two sisters, Mrs. Ellen Clark, of Chadron, Neb., and Mrs. Rose Sanford, of Independence, Kas.
He received his education in the public schools of Luray, attending the university at New Market.
When he was seventeen years of age, his father realized the opportunities the west afforded, took his family and started thither, settling in St. Mary’s township, Hancock county, Illinois. Here the boy, Douglas helped his father establish a home, remaining with him about two years, when he set about establishing a business for himself. He went to St. Louis, Mo., and entered the employ of the Missouri Pacific railway attaining the office of general receiver of the company at the age of 22. While in the employ of the railroad he was conductor on the train that figured in the Gasconade bridge accident of 1855, he being on a rear coach luckily escaped unhurt. He was perhaps the only survivor of the tragedy at the time of his death.
On March 1st, 1860, he was united in marriage to Miss Matilda Beavers, daughter of Captain Jas. Beavers, one of the pioneer settlers of Hancock county. They builded their home on Section 18, St Marys township, and here they lived for forty years. It was here they reared with pride their family, seven sons and three daughters… In 1900 they moved to Plymouth, Ill., and here on Feb. 1st, 1912, the loving companion was called home to join the three daughters who had been called to their heavenly home. The seven sons, George, of Carthage, Ill., Charles, Benton Edgar, John, William and Horace, with their wives, twenty grandchildren and two great grandchildren and the two sisters are left to mourn the loss…
… He was a practical surveyor and loved his compass and his work. Many years ago he took up the insurance business which he ably carried on and as the sons grew to manhood one by one they joined their father in his business until the firm name of D. Aleshire & Sons became known all over Western Illinois…
On Dec. 20th, 1909, he suffered a stroke of paralysis from which he never fully recovered until God in His infinite wisdom called him on June 23d, 1915, to come up higher and join his loved ones.
The funeral services were held at the home Friday morning, June 25, at 9:30 o’clock conducted by Rev. Bertie Taylor, of Bowen, Ill., after which the remains were tenderly laid to rest in Mt. Pleasant cemetery.”
Harry Aleshire
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Feb 1914
DEATH OF HARRY ALESHIRE
Harry L. Aleshire died at 8:30 a.m., on Sunday morning at the Charlestown Hospital, where he was operated on just two weeks before, death being due to peritositis following appendicitis. He was twenty-nine years and six days old...
Yesterday three weeks ago, Mr. Aleshire while working in the field was taken suddenly ill but finished his days work, and eat a hearty supper. That night he grew much worse and his condition became so alarming that forty-eight hours afterwards he was taken to the Charlestown Hospital by his physician, Dr. H.R. Finter... his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. John B. Aleshire...
Mr. Aleshire died at the age of twenty-nine years and six days... He is survived by a widow, who was Miss Nellie Strickler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. Wellington Strickler, of Fauquier county, formerly of Page. There are left fatherless two infant boys, Scott, aged three years and Reuben who is still younger. The blow is a crushing one to his parents, with whom young Mr. Aleshire made his home. He leaves one brother, Samuel R. Aleshire, of Rileyville, this county.
The remains were brought to Luray on No. 27, Sunday night and the funeral was held in Mill Creek Old School Baptist church on Wednesday, the remains being interred in the Reuben Aleshire graveyard above Leaksville. The funeral services were conducted by Eld. R.H. Pittman assisted by Eld. John B. Jenkins.
Isaac Aleshire (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Mar 1918
YOUNG MARINE PNEUMONIA VICTIM
Isaac Aleshire, an enlisted man in the United States Marines, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Aleshire, of Baltimore, Md., formerly of Alma, this county, died of pneumonia at Portsmouth, Va., on Tuesday while he was being taken from his ship to the hospital. He was returning on the transport Charleston from his third voyage to France when he was taken down with pneumonia in a fatal form. His funeral takes place today at the home of his parents in Baltimore.
Young Aleshire volunteered in the marines about a year ago, directly after the war broke out. He was only eighteen years old at the time... He leaves two brothers, Bryan Aleshire, who volunteered in the aviation corps soon after the war began and who is now learning to fly in France, and Denver Aleshire, who is a member of the Maryland quota at Camp Meade... Besides those named, there survive the stricken parents and four sisters, two married and two single...
Isaac Aleshire (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Mar 1918
Locals
Isaac Aleshire, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Aleshire, of Baltimore, Md., formerly of this county who died with pneumonia at Portsmouth, Va., last week and was a member of Maryland's "800" who enlisted early in the war was buried in Baltimore with military honors. The funeral was conducted by Eld. Dalton, of the Primitive Baptist church. Young Aleshire was in the Navy instead of the Marines as stated last week. He was a fireman on the U.S.S. Charleston.
Mrs. Isaac Aleshire
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Jan 1919
DEATH OF MRS. ISAAC ALESHIRE
Mrs. Isaac Aleshire, about 66 years of age, died at her home one mile north of Stanley on Wednesday of this week. Death was due to a general break down in health though her condition had been feeble for sometime... Her husband died about two years ago. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. William Foltz, Mrs. Vernie Petefish, whose husband is section foreman on the Antietam division of the Norfolk and Western Railroad; Mrs. Leonard Petefish, James Aleshire, Ashby Aleshire, Frank Aleshire, Amos Aleshire, and Clyde Aleshire, the latter of Augusta county. Ernest Aleshire, also of Stanley, is another son, in addition to Wilmer Aleshire of Ohio. Her funeral was conducted at the Adventist church on Thursday by Rev. L.L. Lowance.
James Carson Aleshire
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 May 1913
NORTH STANLEY
James Carson Aleshire, eldest son of James C. Aleshire, died at the home of his father near Stanley last Thursday, aged 18 years, 11 months and 12 days. The young man had been sick for several weeks with typhoid fever. He was married only about six months ago, and leaves a young widow, father, two brothers and one sister to mourn their loss. His mother died a little over a year ago. The funeral services were conducted by Revs. A.P. Boude and E.W. Brubaker and the remains laid to rest in the Adventist cemetery.
Robert Aleshire
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Mar 1918
DEATH OF ROBERT ALESHIRE
Robert Aleshire, a respected young man of near Stanley, died on Sunday morning at the Charlottesville hospital where he had gone a few days before in the vain quest of relief from a long and painful illness of about four months. He is survived by his father, Charles Aleshire, of Stanley, a widow, one child of eighteen months, one brother Albert Aleshire, of Stanley, and one sister, Mrs. Myrtle Cubbage, of Stanley. Before marriage his wife was Miss Edna Painter. The deceased prior to the failure of his health was usually employed on public work. He was about twenty-three years of age. The funeral and interment took place at the Adventist church on Wednesday.
Mrs. Wilmer Aleshire
Page News & Courier, Friday 31 Jul 1914
Stanley
Isaac Aleshire received a telegram last week from his son, Wilmer, in Columbus, O., stating that his wife was dead. She visited here several years ago and has acquaintances here who regret to hear the sad news.
William Aleshire
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Jun 1914
Drops Dead in Harvest Field
William Aleshire, a highly respected farmer living near Long, dropped dead from his binder in the harvest field at 9 o'clock last Friday morning. He had just started the machine and had run it about 150 yards when he was stricken with paralysis of the heart and fell dead on the platform of the machine and thence to the ground. The helpes who were with him in the field did not disturb his body until Dr. John F. Long, who was hurriedly summoned had appeared and made an examination. There was no evidence of any injury from the fall from the machine and death was no doubt instanteneous from natural causes. Mr. Aleshire seemed in his usual health till he was suddenly stricken. He occasionly complained with his heart but his general health was good and he was still a strong, active man.
The deceased was 63 years of age was a son of Noah Aleshire, deceased, and is survived by a widow who was a Miss Parks, of this county, by one daughter Mrs. Charles G. Lillard, of near Long, and by two brothers Perry and Benjamin Aleshire, both of this county. For many years Mr. Aleshire was a consistent and active member of Antioch Christian Church... The funeral which took place at his late home Saturday morning was conducted by his pastor, Rev. Warren Baldwin. Interment in the Antioch Cemetery.
Adam Alger
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Nov 1919
DEATH OF ADAM ALGER
Adam Alger died at his home between Oak Hill and Rileyville, this county on Thursday afternoon. He had been in feeble health for a long time and death was due to a complications of diseases. Mr. Alger was a son of the late Andrew Alger, who for many years lived on the west side of the Shenandoah river from Rileyville. The deceased was born near Stanley about 45 years ago, and before his health began to fail several years ago was a man noted for his industry and frugality. He is survived by a widow and four children.
Charles B. Alger
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Mar 1917
DEATH OF C.B. ALGER
Charles B. Alger, of Newport, aged 57 years, a highly respected citizen, died last Saturday after an illness of about a month with grip. For more than a year previous Mr. Alger's health had been rapidly declining.
The deceased was born and raised in Page county, residing in the immediate neighborhood of Newport. For a number of years he has filled very satisfactorily the position of Overseer of Roads.
The deceased had been a consistnet member of the Newport Christian chruch for over thirty years.
He is survived by his wife, who before marriage was Miss Mattie Shomo, and one daughter and four sons: Mrs. S.L. Keyser, Frank, Grover and William Alger, of Page, and Earnest L. Alger, of Millwood, Clarke county. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Simeon Keyser, of Ingham.
The funeral services were held at Newport at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday conducted by Rev. W.T. Walters, of Winchester. Interment took place in the cemetery adjoining the church.
Everett Alger
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jun 1914
COMPTON
Died
Everett, son of Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Alger, formerly of Burner's Bottom, this county, but now of Charlestown, W.Va., was working for the telephone company and came in contact with a live wire on Saturday afternoon and killed instantly. Young Alger was about fifteen years old and was a grandson of Mr. and Mrs. M.V. Alger and Mrs. Martha Burner, of this place.
Everett Alger
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jun 1914
YOUNG ALGER KILLED BY LIVE WIRE
Everet Alger, the 14 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Alger, formerly of Compton, this county, but now of near Charlestown, W.Va., was electrocuted on last Saturday morning while removing an abandoned telephone line on the Berryville and Charlestown turn pike near Rippon. One of the telephone wires came in contact with a live wire of the Northern Virginia Electric Company which carried 23000 volts of electricity...
Young Alger was born and raised in Page and moved with his father to Charlestown a few years ago.
... His grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. M.V. Alger and Uncles Jacob V., Isaac N., George, Israel H. Burner and J.W. Lang all of Page, left on Sunday to attend the funeral which took place at Charlestown on Monday.
Mrs. Mary Alger
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Dec 1913
DEATH OF MRS. ALGER
Mrs. Mary Alger, widow of Andrew J. Alger, died at her home near Rileyville at 8 o’clock a.m., on Tuesday, aged 75 years. Her health had been failing for several years and owing to a paralytic stroke she had not been able to walk for a year preceding her death. Her husband, who was a substantial, industrious citizen, died several years ago. Mrs. Alger was a Miss Housden from near Stanley and was a member of the Stanley Adventist church, where her funeral was conducted by Eld. R.D. Hottel on Thursday.
The deceased was a devoted wife and mother…
Mrs. Alger leaves the following children: Adam Alger, Mrs. James H. Webster and Mrs. James Getts, of Rileyville, Va., John Alger of West Virginia, Edward Alger, of Ohio, Mrs. Casper Dovel, of Missouri, Gilbert Alger, of Colorado and Mrs. Carrie Alger, of Missouri.
Clarence Edward Alger
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Aug 1914
Newport
Died
Clarence Edward Alger, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Alger, died July 31, 1914, aged three months and eleven days. After a short talk by Rev. Williamson the body was laid to rest last Saturday in the Newport graveyard.
Martin V. Alger
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Mar 1917
COMPTON
Died
Compton was startled last Saturday at 12:30 p.m., by the announcement of the sudden and unexpected death of Martin V. Alger, at his home here. Mr. Alger had been in declining health for the past two years and for the past three weeks grew much worse, and died sitting up in his chair. Heart trouble was the immediate cause of his death. The deceased was 73 years, 5 months and 21 days old. He leaves a widow and the following children, viz: H.A. Alger, of Charlestown, W.Va., R.R. Alger, of Lansdowne, Md., G.W. Alger, of Bentonville, Warren county, J.V. and I.N. and M.E. Alger and Mrs. John N. Lang, of this place. Two sisters and one brother, 39 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren also survive. Services were held from his late home Monday at 2:30 p.m., by Elder Joseph Foster assisted by Eld J.A. Racer. Interment in the family burying ground.
Mrs. Emily J. Alther
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Apr 1916
DEATH OF MRS. ALTHER
Mrs. Emily J. Alther, aged 80 years wife of John A. Alther, of near Kimball, a lady of sterling Christian character died last Friday after a week’s illness with pneumonia. She had been a consistent member of the Lutheran church for a number of years. Before marriage she was Miss Emily J. Griffith, daughter of Adam Griffith, deceased. Besides her husband she is survived by one son William Alther, one brother, Pendleton Griffith, of near Kimball and one sister, Mrs. Lloyd Woodward, of Rappahannock county.
The funeral services were conducted by her pastor Rev. J.A. Huffard, at Bethel Baptist church at 3 p.m., on Saturday. Interment took place on the home place near the house.
Mrs. Sallie Anderson
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Jan 1919
ELKTON
Mrs. Sallie Anderson, wife of the late John Anderson, died Sunday, January 12th at 5:30 o'clock at her home three miles north west of Elkton, of influenza, of which she had been ill about a week. She was Miss Sallie Lam and about 55 years old.
Benton Armentrout
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Apr 1916
DEATH OF BENTON ARMENTROUT
Benton Armentrout, aged about 45 years, a prosperous and highly respected farmer living on the Rappahannock side of the Blue Ridge near the New Market and Sperryville turnpike died on Monday after a ten days illness with pneumonia. The deceased had been a consistent member of the Old School Baptist church for many years.
He is survived by his widow, who was a Miss Atkins and one small son.
The funeral services were conducted from his late home at 3 p.m., on Wednesday, conducted by Eld. Lewis Hudson of the Regular Baptist church. Interment took place in the graveyard near the home.
Mrs. George W. Atkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 6 Dec 1918
Mrs. George W. Atkins died at her home in Beahm's Gap, on the Rappahannock side of the Blue Ridge, nine miles east of Luray, on Tuesday of this week. She was far advanced in years and is survived by a husband and several children. Her husband is a brother of Mrs. George Woodward of East Luray.
John F. Austin, Sr.
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Apr 1916
KILLED BY COLT
John F. Austin, Sr., aged 55 years an industrious and highly respected citizen of Shenandoah met a sudden and untimely death on Thursday evening. He had taken a colt from the stable and was riding it with only a halter when the colt became unmanageable and ran away finally throwing Mr. Austin against a tree, just East of Front street, seriously injuring him, death occurring in about an hour.
Besides his widow who was a Miss Pence, he is survived by five children four sons and one daughter; John H. Jr., E.V., Harry, Chollice and Miss Tressie Austin, all of Shenandoah.
Arrangements for the funeral services had not been made at a late hour last night.
Mrs. Mary Katherine Bailey
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jan 1918
DIED
Mary Katherine Bailey, wife of James H. Bailey, deceased, died at her home near Stanley, Friday morning, December 21st. Mrs. Bailey had been a great sufferer for years. Paralysis being the principal cause of her death. The deceased was a daughter of John M. Keyser. She leaves one brother W.H. Keyser of Stanley and nine children to mourn the loss. Her funeral was conducted at the home Saturday evening at 2 o'clock by Eld. A.W. Campbell of Luray. Interment in the family graveyard.
Benjamin F. Barham
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Nov 1919
DEATH OF B.F. BARHAM
Benjamin F. Barham, of Washington, D.C., a native of this county died recently at the age of seventy-four years. He was a brother of Thomas H. Barham, of near Luray, Charles Barham, of Edinburg, William Barham and Miss Mattie Barham, of Shenandoah county, and Mrs. Jacob Williams, of Culpeper county. His birth place was near Canady's Peak in this county. After serving in a Page county company during the civil war he left here about forty-five years ago following his trade of plasterer at various places. His first wife was a daughter of a Mr. Runner, of Ohio, who moved to that State from near Leaksville, this county. By this marriage there were left six sons, Everett, in Cumberland, Md., Ernest, of New York, Wylie, Asa, Frank and Herbert (now dead), and one daughter, Mrs. Oscar Dodson, of Sperryville. His second wife was Miss Woodward, of Rappahannock county and a large family of children is left by this marriage also. For fifteen years past Mr. Barham had resided with his children in Washington. His daughter, Mrs. Kate Dodson, of Sperryville attended the services?
Mrs. George Beahm
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 May 1915
DEATH OF MRS. GEORGE BEAHM
Mrs. George Beahm, aged 88 years, died at her home six miles Northwest of Sperryville early last Monday morning from an attack of heart trouble. Mrs. Beahm had been unusually well up to within a few hours of her death. She was a member of the New School Baptist church and was a highly respected Christian lady. She is survived by her husband George Beahm now in his 90 year. Mrs. Beahm was the mother of fifteen children, twelve of whom are living. They are as follows: Booton Beahm of Kimball this county, Edward Beahm, of Washington D.C., John Beahm, of Fairfax, Peyton Beahm, of North Dakota, Morris Beahm, of California, Charles Beahm, of Kansas, Abram Beahm, of Ohio, Frank Beahm, of Harrisonburg, Mrs. Bud Baker, Mrs. Charles Fazier and Mrs. William Jenkins, of Rappahannock and Mrs. Jesse Baldwin of Culpeper. All of her daughters and Booton Edward and John Beahm attended the funeral which took place on Wednesday conducted by Eld. Lewis Hudson. Interment took place in the family graveyard.
Amos Baker of near Stony Man and Early Baker, who has charge of the mail route from Kimball to Sperryville, grandson of the deceased also attended the funeral.
Mrs. Beahm would have been married 69 years next September as stated elsewhere in this issue.
Mrs Betty Jane Berry
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Mar 1918
DEATH OF MRS. BERRY
Mrs. Betty Jane Berry, wife of William Berry, aged 66 years, 6 months and 7 days died at the home of her son, Louis Berry, near Spring Farm at 9:15 on Saturday night after an illness of several months, first brought on by a fall on the ice, which fractured her hip.
The deceased had been a resident of the Mauck section until a year or rwo ago when she moved to the Dry Run section.
Besides her husband she is survived by several children one of whom is Louis Berry. She had been a consistent member of the Christian church for many years.
The funeral services were held at Bethlehem Christian church at 1 p.m., on Monday conducted by Rev. Warren Baldwin. Interment took place in the Ed Kiblinger graveyard.
John Berry
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Feb 1914
Shenandoah
John Berry, a retired carpenter of Elkton, died at his home Wednesday after a lingering illness of diabetes. Mr. Berry was a son of the late Henry Berry and was born near Elkton seventy years ago. His wife, who was before marriage, Miss Julia Kyger, ofage county died several years ago. For the last two years he was almost blind. Three sons, William, Luther and Fred Berry, of Elkton, and three daughters, Mrs. Bessie Walton and Miss Maude Berry, of Elkton and Mrs. Beatrice House, of Shenandoah City survive.
Mark Berry
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Feb 1918
Stanley
Mark Berry died at the Alms House Saturday aged about eighty years. Mr. Berry was an old Confederate soldier. He served his country all through the war. It seemed a pity that he would have to die in the poor house.
Mrs. Martin Berry
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 May 1916
DEATH OF MRS. BERRY
Mrs. Martin Berry, living on the Ridge above Marksville, aged 60 odd years, died last Monday from a stroke of paralysis which she suffered on Saturday before.
She is survived by her aged husband, who is seriously ill, and five or six grown children.
The deceased had been a member of the Disciples church for many years. The funeral was held on Tuesday.
Newman Berry
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Apr 1913
Newman Berry, a well known citizen living on the Madison side of the Blue Ridge near Dark Hollow, died last Saturday and was buried on Sunday. He was about fifty-five years old and leaves a family. Mr. Berry died from leaving the hospital too soon after an operation for hernia.
Mrs. Elizabeth Blosser
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Aug 1915
Death near Stanley
Mrs. Elizabeth Blosser, wife of Joseph Blosser, died at her husband’s home, near Stanley, on Wednesday, aged about 70 years. She had been in feeble health for a long time. Mrs. Blosser was a sister of Henry Painter of the Stanley neighborhood. She leaves a husband and a number of children, including Thomas, Ernest, Albert and David Blosser. The funeral takes place at the Adventist church, at 11 a.m., today.
Joseph Blosser (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jan 1917
DEATH OF JOSEPH BLOSSER
Joseph Blosser, aged 61 years, a respected and well known citizen, of near Stanley, died suddenly on Dec. 26, at the home of his son Thomas Blosser, near New Market. Reports received here are to the effect that he dropped dead. Mr. Blooser had timber interests of some kind in the other valley. He is survived by a number of children including David, Earnest, Thomas and Ab Blosser and Mrs. Peter Painter. He was twice married his last nuptials having taken place about a month or two before his death. He belonged to the Adventists and was buried at the church of that denomination near Stanley on Dec. 28th. Eld. Hottel, of New Market, conducting the service.
Joseph Blosser (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Jan 1917
JOSEPH BLOSSER
At half past eleven o'clock on Christmas, Monday night, Dec. 25, 1916, Mr. Joseph Blosser dropped dead whilst standing in the kitchen door at the home of his father-in-law Mr. F.F. Butler, a mile and a half east of New Market, Va. The deceased had been complaining more or less for the past two weeks of acute indigestion and heart trouble which finally caused his death...
His remains were conveyed at 2 o'clock on Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 27th, to Stanley, Page county, Va. where his funeral was held at 11 o'clock the next morning, Elder R.D. Hottle officiating. The remains were accompanied across the mountain by his wife and his son Mr. Thomas Blosser and three grandsons. It will be recalled that Mr. Blosser and Miss Mary Frances Butler were married in this town on Nov. 29th,- less than a month ago. In the marriage license his age was given as 61 and the bride as 19 years old. Mr. Blosser came here from Page county several years ago. He is survived by three sons by his first marriage- Messrs. Thomas, David and Ab and one daughter Mrs. Peter Painter (Jennie).- Shenandoah Valley.
Timothy Blosser
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Jan 1919
TIMOTHY BLOSSER
Timothy Blosser died at his home in the "Piney Woods" section of this county, on Monday of this week, his death being due to pneumonia, following an attack of influenza. He was well known in his immediate section and was rather a familiar figure in Luray. He was thrice married, his first wife being a Miss Comer. By this marriage there were the following children: Mrs. Mary Rogers, Mrs. Bettie Rhinehart, Solon, David, Mayberry, Frank and Mahlon Blosser. His second wife was a daughter of Peter Painter, by this marriage there being one child, May Blosser. He was 67 years, 8 months and 24 days old.
Samuel Blosser (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Apr 1918
STANLEY
Deaths
David Blosser, of Joseph, received a telegram that his son Samuel was hurt at the Eagle rock quarry Monday evening and before the father could reach the hospital the young man was dead. W.V. Petefish went for his body and they returned on Tuesday night.
Samuel Blosser (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Apr 1918
FATAL ACCIDENT
Sam Blosser, aged about sixteen years, son of David Blosser, of Marksville district, living in the neighborhood of the Petefish Pond, was killed at Engle Station, W.Va., on Monday of this week... The young man was employed on a dinkey line at a rock quarry and was in charge of a mule. In some manner young Blosser failed to make the proper connection of a hook that was operating the machinery he was in charge of, the heavy truck striking him and running over his body. He was hurried to a hospital in that section, though he died while he was enroute... the interment will take place at the Adventist church near Stanley on Wednesday. The young man was a member of a large family and his mother is reported to be in a serious condition.
Rev. A. Poe Boude
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Dec 1919
STANLEY
Rev. A. Poe Boude Dead
Rev. A. Poe Boude a prominent minister of the Baltimore conference of the Methodist Episcopal church, South, died last Saturday afternoon at his home at this place. He was eighty fuve years old, and had been ill less than two weeks... He was a native of Mount Clifton, Shenandoah county. He was twice married, and is survived by his second wife, who was Miss Ida Pendergast.
Funeral services were held at 11 o'clock Saturday morning at the Methodist church at Stanley.
Lee B. Bowers
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Sep 1914
DEATH OF LEE B. BOWERS
The death of Lee B. Bowers, who passed away at his home West of the River, half a mile from Rileyville at 11:45 o'clock on Saturday night... Mr. Bowers had been ill for more than nine weeks from typhoid...
Mr. Bowers was thirty-two years of age. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac N. Bowers of near Long, and two sisters Mrs. John H. Graves of Marksville and Mrs. W.C. Hite, of Leaksville. He leaves a widow who was Miss Kate Short, daughter of John Short, of Alma and a daughter Linda Bowers and a son Lloyd Bowers, aged respectively about ten and eight years. Prior to the purchase of the A.B. Fleming farm near Rileyville five years ago, when he settled down to farming, he was a fireman on the Norfolk and Western Railroad...
The remains of Mr. Bowers were taken to his old home near Long where the funeral services were conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby and Eld. R.H. Pittman on Tuesday morning... He was buried on the I.N. Bowers place.
Ada Frances Bradley
Page News & Courier, Friday 31 Mar 1916
DEATH OF MRS. FRANK BRADLEY
Mrs. Ada Frances Bradley, aged 27 years, 10 months and 18 days, beloved wife of Frank Bradley, of East Luray, died on Saturday, March 25th after about a year's illness with tuberculosis. Before marriage to Mr. Bradley about eight years ago, she was Miss Ada Frances Adkins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Adkins, living on the Rappahannock side of the Ridge, at Thornton's Gap.
... a consistent member of the Lutheran church...
Besides her husband she is survived by one daughter, Susie Virginia Bradley; her parents Mr. and Mrs. George W. Adkins, of Rappahannock and the following brothers and sisters: George, Clifford and Harry Adkins, Mrs. Mary Jane Dodson, Mrs. James Ramey, Mrs. Walter Adkins, all of Rappahannock, Mrs. Harvey Fox, of Prince William, Mrs. Grover Judd and Mrs. Charles Bowen, of Page.
The funeral took place at Beahm's Chapel at 11 a.m., on Monday conducted by her pastor Rev. J.A. Huffard, assisted by Eld. J.M. Foster. Interment took place in the cemetery near the church...
Mrs. Deborah Olive Bradley
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Aug 1919
DEATH OF MRS. JOHN G. BRADLEY
Mrs. Deborah Olive Bradley, wife of John G. Bradley, died at her home in the Ridge section, on Friday morning, August 15th, after an illness of several years. Mrs. Bradley was 47 years old and has been a life long residence of the Ridge section. She was a daughter of the late Capt. Frank Shenk, and is survived by her husband and the following children: Raymond, Leo, Cletus, Ralph, John and Bernard Bradley, Mrs. Ermon Fox, and Miss Thelma Shenk and two sisters, Mrs. B.W.F. Shenk, of near Kimball, and Mrs. Elder Wm. H. Bradley, of Kearneysville, W.Va... her funeral on Saturday attestd. For many years she had been a consistent member of Bethlehem Lutheran church. Her funeral was conducted by Rev. J.A. Huffard, D.D., of Luray, assisted by Eld. J.A. Racer, of the Brethren church. Interment at Beahm's Chapel cemetery.
Manuel Bradley
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Jan 1919
DEATH OF MANUEL BRADLEY
Death has claimed another victim in the person of Manuel Bradley, son of J. Wm. Bradley, who died at his home on upper Pass Run, on Thursday afternoon at one o'clock...
Mr. Bradley was about 33 years of age and leaves a wife, who was a Miss Ellis, daughter of Thomas Ells, and one infant daughter to mourn his untimely end... a consistent member of Morning Star Lutheran church for a number of years. Besides his wife and child he is survived by his parents and several brothers and sisters.
Mrs. Peoria Bradley
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Jan 1916
DEATH OF MRS. I.C. BRADLEY
Mrs. Peoria Bradley, aged 42 years wife of I. Casper Bradley, died on Monday morning after a lingering illness with cancer.... About fifteen years ago her health begain to fail, but not until three years ago was her case considered serious...
Before marriage Mrs. Bradley was Miss Peoria Freeze, daughter of John Freeze, deceased. Besides her husband, she is survived by three children: Amos and Misses Ruth and Mary Bradley, her mother, Mrs. Mary Freeze and three sisters, Mrs. John H. Heiston, Mrs. I.N. Dovel and Mrs. J.B. Lawler, all of Luray.
The funeral services were held at the Lutheran church, of which the deceased had long been a consistent member at 2 p.m., on Wednesday conducted by her pastor, Rev. J.A. Huffard, assisted by Rev. W.H. Ballengee and Eld. R.H. Pittman. Interment took place in Green Hill cemetery.
William H.M. Bradley
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Apr 1915
Death of Former Page Resident
William H.M. Bradley, aged 86 years, died at his home in Licking county, Ohio Apr 6th, Mr. Bradley was born in Page county, Aug. 20, 1828. He was an uncle of I.C. and Samuel Bradley of Luray. Mr. Bradley left this county for Licking county, Ohio, in 1856. Besides his widow he is survived by five children, three sons and two daughters.
Among them is Mrs. Emma Skinner, who visited relatives in this county a few years ago. Mr. Bradley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Kite of Madison County. He is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Jennie Ritenour, of Newark and Mrs. E.E. Lees, of Newark.
Mr. Bradley was a veteran of the Civil War, being a member of Co. F., First Regiment, U.S. Vol. Interment took place at Newark, Ohio.
Elton Breeden
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Oct 1918
STANLEY
Died
Elton Breeden, a Baltimore and Ohio fireman for a number of years with headquaters in Brunswick, Md., came to his home near Marksville sick with Influenza a few days ago and grew worse Tuesday morning, when he died. He was about 30 years old. He leaves a wife and one child besides his father, Alenza Breeden and several brothers and sisters.
Ernest Breeden
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Jan 1916
DIES FROM INJURIES
Ernest Breeden, aged twenty years son of Early Breeden of Stanley, died at 5 o’clock Tuesday morning at the home of Moody Sowers, near Ashby station, from injuries suffered on Sunday night, when he fell in attempting to board a double header freight train on the Norfolk and Western Railway bound for Hagerstown, Md., from the south. The young man’s feet were cut off by the car wheels and he suffered other severe injuries.
Young Breeden had been working on the farm of Mr. Sowers for some time past. He walked to White Post on Sunday evening and then back to Ashby Station. He had evidently made up his mind to go away, although so far as known he did not tell anyone where he intended to go.
As the long train- a freight- passed the Ashby Station at a speed of about 35 miles an hour, Breeden sprang for a grab iron, but missed it and fell, his feet being cut off in an instant. His body fell clear of the track, and he rolled away from the roadbed.
When found about daybreak Monday he was in an exhausted condition, but revived sufficiently to relate how the accident occurred.
The remains were shipped to Stanley on Wednesday night and interment took place at 11 a.m., on Thursday near his former home.
James M. Breeden
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 May 1915
DEATH OF JAMES M. BREEDEN
James M. Breeden, aged about 60 years a highly respected citizen of Shenandoah died on Tuesday in the Roanoke Hospital from injuries received while at work at Shenandoah the day previous.
Mr. Breeden had been an employee of the N. & W. R.R. for many years and on account of his advanced age he had been given light work around the shops and yards at Shenandoah, About 10 a.m., on Monday he started to cross the turn table and in doing so slipped and fell striking his head and fracturing his skull from which he never regained consciousness... The remains of the deceased arrived at Shenandoah on Tuesday night.
Mr. Breeden was a consistent Christian and a member of the United Brethren church for many years. He is survived by a widow and three sons, J. Vernon Breeden, of Roanoke, and D.B. and J.W. Breeden, of Shenandoah.
The funeral took place on Thursday at 2 p.m. at the United Brethren church. Interment which took place in the Cemetery at the church was in charge of the Odd Fellows and Red Men, of both of which orders the deceased was a member.
John Breeden
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jun 1914
SUDDEN DEATH
John Breeden a deserving and law abiding citizen aged 69 years, who resided on the Rosser, Keyser and Bailey mountain place about two miles from Marksville died very suddenly last Sunday from an attack of heart trouble. Besides his widow he is survived by three sons and one daughter: “Bud” living at the home place, William of Madison county, Raymond, of Charlestown, W.Va., and Mrs. Mann Miller, of Page. The deceased was also a brother of Mrs. William H. Hurt, of Luray.
The funeral which was held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, was conducted by Rev. E.W. Brubaker, of Stanley. Interment took place at the Ed Brumback place at Ida.
Mrs. Sallie Breeden
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 May 1917
STANLEY
Mrs. Sallie Breeden, wife of Galen Breeden, of near Buracker Hollow, died of tuberculosis Friday at her home near Mauck, aged about 45 years. She is survived by her husband and a number of children. The funeral which took place Saturday at Bethlehem church was conducted by her pastor, Rev. Warren Baldwin.
Mrs. Thomas Breeden
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Oct 1918
DEATH OF MRS. BREEDEN
Mrs. Thomas Breeden, aged about 28 years, died on Tuesday of this week at her home on the Ridge, five miles above Mauck, this county. Her death was due to consumption with which she had long been a sufferer. A husband and five small children survive her.
Mrs. Josephine Brown
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 May 1915
DEATH OF MRS. BROWN
Mrs. Josephine Brown, wife of A.J. Brown, of Grove Hill, died Sunday morning, after a long illness, aged fifty four years. She was taken to the hospital a few weeks ago
But nothing could be done for her.
The deceased was a daughter of Jefferson Propes and is survived by one brother Henry Propes, of Lamberts Point, and one sister Mrs. L.F. Brown, of Shenandoah. She leaves a sorrowing husband and six children, viz., Mrs. Lizzie Harlow, of Shenandoah, Valera, Martin, George, Josie, and Russell Brown, of Grove Hill. The funeral which took place at the church at Grove Hill, on Tuesday was conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby.
Mrs. Brown was a consistent member of the Christian church and was highly esteemed by all who knew her.
___ Broyles (son of Andrew)
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jul 1917
DIED
The seven year old son of Mrs. Andrew Broyles who resides at the home of her father James Buracker, near Ida, died at 6 a.m. on Wednesday after only thirty six hours illness with an unknown disease. The mother and two other children survive. Interment took place the same afternoon.
Mrs. Clay Bundy
Page Courier, Friday 6 Dec 1918
LOCALS
The wife of Clay Bundy, colored, died at her home in West Luray on Tuesday, at an advanced age.
William Bundy
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Oct 1917
Locals
William Bundy, of Blainesville died last Saturday and was buried Monday.
Edward M. Buracker
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Jan 1919
E.M. BURACKER IS DEAD
In the death of Edward M. Buracker, in Baltimore, on Tuesday night, Luray lost a son who reflected honor on the place of his birth.... he was born in the old homestead on the corner of Main and Hawksville street 65 years ago. His early life was spent here, though he had been living in Baltimore for a long time... For many years he had been associated with the well known firm of Rouse, Hempstone & Co.... He is survived by a widow and four children- Edward, a civil engineer who is in the U.S. Navy; Walter, Miss Ruth Buracker, and Mrs. William Nicholson, the latter living in Baltimore. Only two sisters- Mrs. Lena Weaver, of Luray, and Mrs. Flora Buracker, of Baltimore, survive him. The funeral was conducted from his late home in Baltimore on Friday of this week.
Many facts of interest regarding Mr. Buracker are given in the following articel from yesterday's Baltimore Sun:
"Edward M. Buracker, vice-president of Rouse, Hempstone & Co. Inc., died yesterday morning at his home 2800 North Calvert street, from apoplexy after a prolonged illness.
"Mr. Buracker was born September 13, 1853, at Luray, Page county, Va., and was the son of Samuel and Caroline Buracker. He came to Baltimore about 45 years ago and entered the employ of the Shipe-Cloud Company, wholesalers of dry goods and notions. Later he accepted a position with Rouse, Hempstone & Co. and served in many capacities. When the firm was incorporated some months ago, he was made vice-president.
... fishing and duck shooting being his favorite diversions. He was a member of the Baltimore Country Club, the Baltimore Whist Club and the Pond Point Duck Club. He was also a member of Beauseant Commandery, Knights Templar and of Boumi Temple, Mystic Shriners.
"He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Cornelia Buracker, who before marriage, was Miss Cornelia Manning, of Middleburg, N.Y.; two sons, Edward Manning Buracker, who is now in the navy and stationed at the naval base at Norfolk and Walter H. Buracker; two daughters, Mrs. William G. Nicholson and Miss Ruth Buracker, and two sisters, Mrs. Flora C. Biedler and Mrs. Lena Weaver, of Luray, Va.
"The funeral will take place from the home tommorrow afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. The services will be conducted by Rev. Dr. William C. Bitting, of First Bapist church, St. Louis, Mo. a life long friend of Mr. Buracker. Burial will be in Druid Ridge Cemetery.
Mrs. Elizabeth Buracker
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Jan 1915
Aged Lady Dies
Mrs. Elizabeth Buracker, widow of Martin Buracker died at her home near Ida on Dec. 31st, her decease being due to causes incident to old age. She lacked a month of being 86 years of age. Mrs. Buracker was the last survivor of a very long-lived family, all of whom died at an age exceeding 80 as follows: Perry Broyles, age 89, G.W. Broyles, age 86, A.J. Broyles, age 82, and John Broyles, of Madison county age 82. She leaves the following children; Jacob, James, William and Miss Victoria Buracker and Mrs. Charles Jenkins, all of Page and Mrs. Dave Nichols, of Madison. Mrs. Buracker belonged to the Methodist church and was highly respected.
Miss Fannie Almond Buracker
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Jan 1918
MISS FANNIE BURACKER
Miss Fannie Almond Buracker, died at her home, the old Buracker homestead, last Wednesday morning at eight o'clock, at the advanced age of 77. She had been in feeble health for some years but seemed better this winter than usual. About a week ago grip attacked her developing into slight pneumonia which she was unable to withstand. Her funeral will be conducted from the residence this afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. G.F. Cook and Rev. Churchill Gibson officiating. Interment in Green Hill cemetery.
Miss Fannie was the oldest child of the late Samuel Buracker and Caroline Rhodes Buracker, hacing been born October 4, 1841. She had two brothers and five sisters. One brother, Mr. Edward Buracker, of Baltimore and two sisters, Mrs. Flora Biedler of Baltimore and Mrs. Lena Weaver, of Luray and a number of nieces and nephews to whom she was almost a grandmother survive her.
... About twenty years ago she became a member of the Main Street Baptist church under the ministry of Rev. G.S. Kennard...
Harry Buracker & Andrew William Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Nov 1917
TWO KILLED BY TRAIN
Harry Buracker, aged about 30 years and Andrew William Jenkins, aged 21 years, were found lying dead beside the N. & W. track about 100 yards West of the Overhead bridge near Spring Farm about 6 a.m., on Wednesday morning by William Porter and daughter who reside near the Dry Run bridge and who were on the way to their employment at Mrs. Frank Strickler's. Porter did not see the bodies until he had gottenm very close as it was just begining to break day. They immediately notified some of the residents of the neighborhood who went to the scene and made an examination. Coroner Hammer, Commonwealth's Attorney Keyser, Sheriff Sedwick and others arrived at the scene about 7:30 after an examination a Coroner's Jury was summoned, which adjourned to await the identification of the bodies.
... J.A. Beach, Mail Carrier on Route No. 4, identified the bodies as those of Buracker and Jenkins, both of the Ida section.
Buracker and Jenkins left their homes at Ida about 8 p.m., on Tuesday to come to Luray, and thence to Maryland to shuck corn. They were in Luray for several hours and were at the passenger station until nearly 2 a.m. L.B. Berry watchman at the tannery saw two men filling the same description going North on the railroad at 1:58 a.m...
At the point where the bodies were found there is a steep grade and it is presumed the men stopped there to await a Northbound freight and while awaithing sat down on the end of the ties and fell asleep. No. 1 is a South bound passenger train, due at Luray at 3:58 a.m., is supposed to hit them while asleep.
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Harry Buracker was a son of Mr. and Mrs. James Buracker, of Ida... He is survived by a wife and one son. His wife before marriage was Miss Lizzie Buracker, of Ida. He is also survived by his parents, one sister, Mrs. Frank Middleton, of Luray, and five brothers: Edward Buracker, who enlisted at Luray in the Second Virginia Infantry, Harrison Buracker, who was drafted in the new army and is now at Camp Lee and Keller Andrew and Lester Buracker at home.
Andrew William Jenkins was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Jenkins, of Ida, and is survived by one child, one brother, Mutie, now at Camp Lee and one sister, Mrs. Peter Cave, of East Luray.
... He was drafted in the new Army and had been stationed at Camp Lee. He came home on Nov. 14th on a three day furlough and failed to return and had been reported as away without leave of absence. On Saturday he was in Luray wearing his uniform and when killed had on his military underwear and army shoes.
Harry Buracker was buried at the home place at 12 o'clock on Thursday. Jenkins was buried on the old George Bailey place at 2p.m., Thursday, Eld. Walter Strickler conducting both services.
Mrs. Margaret Buracker (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Feb 1913
Died
Mrs. Margaret Buracker, widow of Presley Buracker died at her home two miles above Mauck, on Tuesday, aged about seventy years. Her health had been feeble for some time. Her husband died four or five years ago. The surviving children are William and Flibert Buracker and Mrs. William Jenkins. The deceased was a member of the Methodist church. Interment on Monday in the family burying ground.
Mrs. Margaret Buracker (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Feb 1913
Mauck
Mrs. Margaret Buracker departed this life Feb. 1st, 1913, aged 77 years. She leaves five living children, a number of grandchildren and a large number of friends to mourn her loss. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. T.W. Cave, pastor of the M.E. Church…
Hamilton V. Burner
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Aug 1917
DEATH OF H.V. BURNER
Hamilton V. Burner, an aged resident of Luray, died at noon on Tuesday aged 78 years. Death was due to a form of stomach trouble from which he had been confined to his bed for two weeks. He had been almost helpless for several years on account of losing a foot from gangrene. Mr. Burner was a Confederate soldier... He leaves a widow who was a sister of William H. Price deceased of the White House; four sons, William I., John, David and Chalres Burner, all of Page, but the last named, and three daughters, all married and living in Hagerstown.
The funeral and interment took place at Leaksville church on Wednesday, Rev. George F. Cook, conducting the services.
Mrs. Elizabeth Bywaters
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Feb 1919
DEATH OF MRS. BYWATERS
Mrs. Elizabeth Bywaters, aged 54 years, 1 month and two days, died at her home near Fairview, two miles east of Luray, last Saturday. Mrs. Bywaters was a victim of pneumonia, which followed an attack of the flu, and lived only a short time after contracting pneumonia... Mrs. Bywaters is survived by the following children Frank Bywaters, of Fairplay, Md., Kirby, John, Elmer and Calvin, of this place, and Misses Della and Lillian, at home, and Mrs. Samuel Mauck, of Luray, Mrs. Bywaters was a daughter of the late Jacob Gochenour, of this county. The interment took place at Mount Zion on Sunday, the services being conducted by Elders Foster and Spitler.
Michael Callory
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
MIKE CALLORY DEAD
Michael Callory died at his home in Shenandoah on Wednesday morning. He had been sick only a few days, his death being due to pneumonia, following an attack of Spanish influenza. A widow and two children survive him.
___ Campbell (child of David)
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
Stanley
David Campbell, of Cubbage Hollow lost a two year old child on Wednesday, October 23rd with influenza.
Mrs. Charles Campbell
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Feb 1916
Shenandoah
Mrs. Sis Campbell, widow of Charles Campbell, died near Grove Hill yesterday, aged about fifty. Funeral by Rev. M.A. Ashby today.
John Campbell
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Mar 1915
Stanley
Death of John Campbell
John Campbell, visited in Stanley Saturday and on his way home he fell on the railroad near Wm. P. Donovan’s and was carried to the house where he expired in a short while, supposed from heart disease or apoplexy. He was buried at Sandy Glaze near the Ochre Bank Monday afternoon. John was about 60 years old.
Mrs. Rosa E. Campbell
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Aug 1919
DEATH AT BLAINESVILLE
Mrs. Rosa E. Campbell, wife of Frank Campbell, died at her home near Blainesville on Saturday, Aug. 23, after a brief illness. She was a member of Mt. Zion Dunkard church and her funeral was held from her late home on Sunday Eld. D.N. Spitler officiating. Interment in the family burying ground nearby.
Ruby Campbell
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Apr 1919
DEATH OF LITTLE GIRL
Ruby, six year old daughter of Eld. and Mrs. Arthur Campbell, of near the Caverns, died at an early hour on Tuesday morning. The little one had only been ill several days and the immediate cause of her death was membraneous croup. Funeral services were held at Beahm's Chapel on Thursday, Eld. J.E. Lee officiating. Interment in the Beahm's Chapel cemetery.
Mrs. Sarah Campbell (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jan 1918
DEATH OF MRS. CAMPBELL
Mrs. George Campbell, aged 55 years, died at the home of her son, Trent Campbell, with whom she resided, on Wednesday, December 26. Her husband George Campbell died some years ago. The deceased resided near Newport for many years, moving to Oak Hill about a year ago.
The funeral services were held at Battle Creek church on Friday, conducted by Rev. C.G. Myers. Interment took place in the Ambrose Rhinehart graveyard.
Mrs. Sarah Campbell (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jan 1918
IN MEMORY OF MRS. CAMPBELL
Mrs. Sarah Campbell, wife of Geo Campbell, died Wednesday morning, December 26, 1917, aged about 55 years. She was a great sufferer for the past year, though her health had been bad for many years. She leaves a husband George Campbell and four sons to mourn her loss. They are David Campbell, a B. & O. fireman, of New Castle, Pa., Daisy, Perry and Trent Campbell, of Oak Hill, this county. She was a consistent member of the Faith Healer church for many years. The deceased resided near Newport for many years, moving to Oak Hill about a year ago. The funeral services were held at Battle Creek school house on Friday, conducted by Rev. C.G. Myers. Interment took place in the Ambrose Rinehart graveyard.
Walter Campbell
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Nov 1918
WALTER CAMPBELL KILLED IN FRANCE
Mr. and Mrs. John W. Campbell, living in the Intersection, West of the River, in this county, on Saturday received a cablegram from government sources to the effct that their son Corporal Walter E. Campbell, of Company C. 313th Infantry, 79th Division, American Expeditionary Forces had been killed in action in France on September 30th. Furher details are lacking.
... twenty-three years of age. He served in the Marines one year and ten months and was in the landing at Vera Cruz during the Mexican trouble. Buying his release from the service in the Marines; he returned to civil life, and was in the employ of the Western Maryland railroad when he was selected for service and sent to Camp Meade near Baltimore, on the 5th of May, 1918. On July 5ht he sailed for France.
Corporal Campbell is survived by his parents, one brother, Irvin Campbell and one sister, Miss Mary Campbell. His mother before marriage was Miss Kate Burns, of near the White House. He recently wrote home that there was but one Virginian in his company in addition to himself, the man referred to being Neal Long, son of the late James H. Long, of Marksville, this county.
Charles I. Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Mar 1917
DEATH OF CHARLES I. CAVE
Charles I. Cave, of Wilmington, Del. aged about 48 years, who was employed as a guard by the Artillery Fuse Co, died suddenly on Wednesday from uraemic poisoning after six hours illness. His health had been previously good.
Mr. Cave was a son of Irvin Cave, of Marksville, this county, and a brother of D.M. Cave, of Pottsville, Pa, Ferd, of Page, Hunter and Ed of Delaware, Frank Cave, of Philadelphia, Mrs. Flora Offenbacker and Mrs. Sallie Gray, of West Virginia, Mrs. Bettie Seal, of Furnace, Va., and Miss Annie Cave, of Marksville. He is survived by a widow who was a daughter of Frank Short, deceased, and by one son and three daughters. The remains were brought to Stanley for interment last night, accompanied by Hunter, Ed., D.M., and Herbert Cave.
Frank P. Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Nov 1918
STANLEY
Died
Frank P. Cave, son of Irvin Cave, deceased, died in Wilmington, Del., Thursday, November 14th, aged 38 years and 6 months. He was brought to his old home South of Marksville and buried Saturday, November 16th. He was unmarried. He leaves several brothers and sisters. This is the second of the Cave brothers to die in Wilmington, in the past year, both were employed by the Artillery Fuse Co.
Fred Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Nov 1917
BURNED TO DEATH
Fred Cave, aged 18 years, son of Mass Cave of Page was burned to death at Nokesville soon after midnight on last Sunday morning.
Young Cave with a son of Jake Jenkins, of this county was working at Nokesville and were living in a one room building near Frank Foster's. Some friends had been with the young men in the early part of the night, Cave and Jenkins retiring about ten p.m. Shortly after midnight they were aroused, almost suffocated. Jenkins reached the door and opened it closely followed by Cave, who started out, but fell backwards in the burning building. His remains were not recovered until the building was entirely destroyed.
The deceased is survived by his parents and several sisters and brothers, among them are: Mrs. John Cave, of Kimball, Lem Cave, of Cavetown, Ray Cave, of Nokesville and several others at home.
The remains were brought to Luray on Monday night. The funeral was held at Mt. Zion Brethren church at 11 a.m., on Tuesday conducted by Elder Walter Strickler. Interment took place in the church cemetery.
Emory Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Nov 1911
Emory Cave Killed
Emory Cave, aged about 38, son of Perry Cave, of Pine Grove Hollow near Marksville, was run over by a train at Cumberland, Md., on Wednesday morning, November 1st, shortly after midnight. When he was found he was still alive and was taken to the Western Maryland Hospital. He was able to give his named and residence. He told the hospital people to telegraph his brother, I.H. Cave at Stanley, Va., which was done.
Mr. Cave’s legs were crushed off. He had been working at lumbering in the vicinity of Hambleton, W.Va., and stopped at Cumberland en route home. He had his baggage checked and had purchased a ticket to Shenandoah Junction, where he would take a Norfolk and Western train for his home. How he had ever gotten away from the railway station and on to the tracks at the William street crossing is not known. He had about $75 in money and a watch, which were not disturbed.
I. Herbet Cave of the faculty of the Stanley High School, on receiving the telegram announcing that his brother was injured went to Cumberland and brought the body home.
The funeral which took place on Sunday was very largely attended Elder Walter Strickler, of Luray, conducted the services. The remain were interred near the home of Perry Cave, father of the deceased.
Emory Cave is survived by his father and mother and the following brothers and sisters: Delbert and I.H. Cave, Mrs. Reuben Jenkins, Mrs. Charles Comer and Mrs. Clyde Owns. He was industrious and well thought of.
Rev. Henry A. Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Oct 1914
DEATH OF LOCAL PREACHER
Rev. Henry Cave, aged about 60 years, a highly respected citizen living on the Ridge above Marksville died on Wednesday or last week after a short illness. Mr. Cave was a member of the Methodist church and had been doing local preaching in the Ridge. Besides his widow he is survived by the following children: Ashby and Thomas Cave, Mrs. John Weakley and Mrs, “Clack” Cave.
Interment took place on Friday in the graveyard near his home.
Hubert Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 May 1915
DEATH OF HUBERT CAVE
Hubert Cave, of Fort Meyer, Md., formerly of Marksville, this county, died of dropsy on Wednesday, aged about fifty years. He had served in the army a number of years and was in the Spanish-American war. His health broke down afterwards and he retired on a pension. Until his health became too poor for him to work he was a barber at Fort Meyer where he resided with his family. A widow, who was not from this county, survives him with a number of children, some of whom are grown.
The deceased was a brother I. Ferd Cave, of Kimball, Frank Cave, of Prince William, Hunter Cave, of Stanley, Mrs. Erasmus Gray and Mrs. Eldon Offenbacker, of Martinsburg, and Mrs. Sam Seal of Jollett. His aged father and mother, Mr. and Mr. Irvin Cave are also living near Marksville.
J. Blanche Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 May 1917
DEATH OF MISS CAVE
Miss J. Blanche Cave, age 34 years, daughter of Mrs. Andrew Cave of near Cavetown, died on Sunday.
The deceased had been an invalid all her life and with her mother resided at the old home place, now owned by D.H. Parlett.
She is survived by her mother, one sister, Mrs. D.H. Parlett and the following brothers, Jacob, David, Will and Hubert Cave.
The funeral was held at Mt. Zion Dunkard church at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, conducted by Eld. Walter Strickler. Interment took place in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Oscar Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Apr 1916
Death of Mrs. Cave
Mrs. Oscar Cave, aged 17 years, a beloved young woman died at her home at Alma, on Monday after a six weeks illness with typhoid pneumonia. Before her marriage last February she was a Miss Painter, daughter of Mrs. Elenor Painter.
Besides her husband she is survived by her mother and the following brothers and sisters: Ernest Painter, of Rappahannock; Charles Painter, of Hagerstown, Md.; Mrs. Wm. Aleshire, of Ohio; Harvey and John Painter, Mrs. Mamie Freeze and Mrs. Mary Comer, all of Page.
The funeral was held at the Old School Baptist church at 3 p.m., on Wednesday, conducted by Eld. J. B. Jenkins. Interment took place in the Painter graveyard.
Return A. Cave (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jan 1916
DEATH OF R.A. CAVE
Return A. Cave, of near Mauck, died on Friday morning, aged 74 years. He had been feeble for some time. He was a son of Rev. Jack Cave, deceased, and a brother of Justice of the Peace John Henry Cave, Mrs. William Wolfersberger and Mrs. Tom Pendergast, all of the Stanley neighborhood. His wife who has been dead for a number of years was a Miss Bailey. Surviving him are the following children: Gilbert W. Cave, an insurance man, of Washington, D.C., George Cave, of Mauck and Daniel Cave of Mississippi.
Gilbert Cave, of Washington, attended his father’s funeral. The services which took place on Sunday were conducted by Rev. L.L. Lowance of the Methodist church, South. Mr. Cave was in comfortable circumstances, and a very intelligent kind hearted man.
Return A. Cave (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jan 1916
STANLEY
Return A. Cave died at his home near Mauck, on last Friday morning. He had been paralyzed some months ago and has not been very well since. He was 73 years, 8 months and 19 days of age. He was a quiet citizen well informed on most any subject…
His funeral was preached at Bethlehem church by Rev. L.L. Lowance of the M.E. church South and his remains were laid beside his wife in the old Fink’s graveyard near his home.
Mrs. Sarah A. Cave (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Feb 1916
DEATH OF MRS. IRVIN CAVE
Mrs. Sarah A. Cave, wife of W.J.I. Cave, of near Marksville, died Feb. 17, aged 71 years, 10 months and 12 days. She had long been in feeble health.
Mrs. Cave’s maiden name was Parks. She and Mr. Cave, who survives her were married 54 years, and to them were born 15 children. Of these 10 are living, viz: Charles Cave, Mrs. Sam Seal, Mrs. Erasmus Gray, Mrs. Offenbacker and Miss Annie Cave, of near Marksville, Edward Cave, of Martinsburg, W.Va., Daniel, Hunter and Frank Cave, of Wilmington, Del., and Ferd Cave, of Kimball, Va. She also leaves 39 grand children. She was a devoted wife and mother. Her last words were “I am going where my mother is. Glord be to God on high.” Her funeral was conducted at her late home by Eld. Arthur W. Campbell.
Mrs. Sarah A. Cave (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Apr 1916
IN MEMORY
Of my dear mother Sarah A. Cave, who departed this life Feb. 17, 1916, aged 71 years, 10 months and 13 days. Before marriage her maiden name was Midleton.
W.J. Irvin Cave
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 May 1917
DEATH OF IRVIN CAVE
W.J. Irvin Cave, ex-Confederate soldier, aged 79 years died at his home near Stanley on Tuesday, after an illness of several months from a general break down due to old age.
... He was born and raised in this county... He has been a member of the Episcopal church for the past few years.
His wife preceded him to the grave about eighteen months ago.
The deceased is survived by the following children:
D.M. Cave, of Pottsville, Pa., Ferd of Page, Hunter and Ed, of Delaware, Frank Cave, of Philadelphia, Mrs. Flora Offenbacker and Mrs. Sallie Gray, of West Virginia, Mrs. Bettie Seal, of Furnace, Va., and Miss Annie Cave, of Marksville.
The funeral services were held from his late home at 11 a.m. on Thursday. Interment took place in the cemetery nearby.
The services were conducted by Eld. A.W. Campbell.
Mrs. Elizabeth Chadduck
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jan 1918
DEATH OF MRS. CHADDUCK
Mrs. Eliza Chadduck, aged 69 years, died at her home near Vaughn Summit, on Sunday night after a long illness with dropsy. The deceased had been for a number of years a member of the Methodist church... Before marriage she was a Miss Kibler, daughter of William Kibler.
The deceased is survived by four children: William Chadduck, Mrs. Dee Kibler and Misses Lottie and Mattie Chadduck. She is also survived by the following brothers and one sister: J.S. Kibler and Mrs. Jennie Brunk of Springfield and William Kibler of Stanley.
The funeral services were held at her home Tuesday at 2 p.m., conducted by Eld. A.W. Campbell. Interment took place in the John Kibler graveyard on the place now owned by John W. Foley.
Mrs. Mary E. Chrisman
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Feb 1916
COMPTON
Mrs. Mary E. beloved wife of John Chrisman died at her home at Bentonville Sunday morning, Feb. 13, 1916, aged 60 years, 9 months and 20 days. Mrs. Chrisman had been an invalid for 9 years, though she could sit up in a chair, for the past week she was much worse and continued so until the end came. She leaves to mourn her loss, a husband and the following children: Mrs. J.W. Deavers, of Browntown, Warren county, Va., Mrs. Thomas Rose, of Upperville, Fauquier county, Va., Mrs. Edward Alger of Compton, Misses Mattie, Ella, Laura, Nettie and David at home. Mrs. Chrisman was a member of the Brethren church for the past 17 years. Funeral by her pastor, Rev. Joseph Foster, of Luray, at her late home Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m. Interment in the Begerly grave yard at Browntown.
Mrs. Victoria Chrisman
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Mar 1913
Died
Mrs. Victoria Chrisman, wife of Thomas Chrisman, died at the home of her parents, Emanuel Gray and wife near Marksville, on Sunday night, aged about forty years. Death was due to stomach trouble from which she had been a sufferer a long time. Hospital treatment was resorted to unsuccessfully in her case. Several weeks ago she was brought home from Martinsburg, where she resided, to the old home near Marksville. She leaves a husband, several children, a father and mother and a number of brothers and sisters. The funeral which took place on Tuesday, was conducted by Elder Walter Strickler the remains being interred in the home graveyard.
Lewis Clem
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Oct 1915
DEATH OF LEWIS CLEM
Lewis Clem, of Shenandoah county died of paralysis at 2 o’clock p.m., yesterday at the home of his son, Joseph W. Clem, in Luray, aged 83 years. He suffered a stroke of paralysis directly after he got out of bed Monday morning. Previous to this illness Mr. Clem’s health had been excellent for one of his years.
The deceased was born in the Fort in Shenandoah county. His wife who was a Miss Marston of the same county has been dead twenty-one years. In recent years he has usually resided with his nephew, George Clem at Bowman’s Crossing, Shenandoah county. He leaves one brother, Jacob B. Clem, of Lantz Mill, Shenandoah county, and the following children: George Clem and Mrs. Fannie Cullers of Charlestown, W.Va., Joseph W. Clem, of Luray, Jacob Clem, of Westernport, Md., Philip Clem, of Culpeper, and Mrs. Robert Rodgers, of Leaksville this county… The funeral will take place in the Fort Saturday.
Mrs. James Harvey Coffman
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Apr 1913
Died Last Night
Mrs. James Harvey Coffman, of Stanley, died about 9:30 o’clock last night. She was totally paralyzed and had been in feeble health for several years. Her daughters Mrs. B.C. Strickler and Mrs. George W. Moore were with her when the end came, as well as her other children in the county.
Reuben Young Coffman
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Aug 1917
DEATH OF R.Y. COFFMAN
Reuben Young Coffman, a brother of the late James Harvey Coffman, died Monday at his home at Valley Forge, Pa., after a year's illness, aged about seventy-one years. Mr. Coffman spent last summer with relatives in Page leaving here in September for home to undergo treatment for a form of throat trouble which ultimately resulted in his death.
The deceased was a native of Page county and left here for the North in 1861. His first wife was Miss Catherine Short, a sister of George W. Short, deceased, of Stanley. After her death he married a Pennsylvania lady who survives him. He had fifteen children, a number of whom are dead, and none of whom are known to our people except Mrs. Gilbert L. Coffman of Stanley. He leaves one brother, Jacob H. Coffman of Philadelphia.
The deceased was a contractor and builder... a consistent member of the Baptist church...
Mrs. "Dade" Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jun 1918
Shenandoah
Mrs. "Dade" Comer, widow of "Colonel" Comer, residing in the Comertown neighborhood died the first of last week... Her husband was a well known Confederate veteran. The couple are survived by four married daughters including Mrs. Ed Price and Mrs. Noah Grimsley, Rev. M.A. Ashby conducted the funeral.
Miss Elizabeth Catherine Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Apr 1915
SHENANDOAH
Miss Elizabeth Catherine Comer, who was born near Grove Hill, in 1854, died at her home in New Market on the 15th of this month. She was one of four children all dead now but an aged sister, Miss Mary Ann Comer, of New Market. Miss Comer’s death was due to grip and succeeding complications. On the death of Jacob Comer in 1865 his widow and children moved to New Market where they have since resided.
George W. Comer (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Aug 1916
DEATH OF GEORGE W. COMER
George W. Comer, of near Shenandoah, one of the most valued and popular citizens of his neighborhood died on Sunday morning, after a long illness from a complication of diseases. His condition had been very critical to the last few weeks and his death was looked for. There survive Mr. Comer his widow who was Miss Susie Merica and six sons and two daughters as follows: Kirby, Millard and Tollis Comer, Mrs. Nettie Harris and Mrs. Nannie Monger, of the Shenandoah neighborhood, Thos. And Carlus Comer, of Washington, D.C., and William Comer, of Staunton, Va, He also leaves the following brothers and sisters: Phillip M., Samuel, John H., James, Isaac N., Jacob F. and Andrew J. Comer, Mrs. Frank McAllister, Mrs. Massie Hinton and Mrs. Martin Lucas, all of Page. Mr. Comer was about sixty years old. He was a consistent member of the Christian church. The funeral took place at 10 o’clock Tuesday morning.
George W. Comer (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Aug 1916
A GOOD CITIZEN GONE
George Comer, one of the best citizens of Shenandoah Iron Works District, died July 30th at 1:50 a.m. He was 60 years, 8 months and 4 days old, and death was due to nerve paralysis. He complained for about four weeks before taking to his bed, his sickness lasting seven weeks. He was a consistent member of the Christian Church. He leaves a wife and eight children, six boys and two girls: Kirby living near home, Thos. And William in Baltimore, Charles and Millard in Washington, Mrs. Ernest Monger, of near Elkton, and Mrs. John Harris, of Shenandoah, George T. being the only child at home. Mr. Comer lived at the old home of his sister-in-law Miss Ellen Merica, near Shenandoah…
Mrs. Henrietta Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Oct 1916
Shenandoah
Mrs. Henrietta Comer, wife of William (“Merle”) Comer, of Peedee, died on Wednesday aged about 65 years. She was a Miss Powell before marriage. She is survived by her husband, who is critically ill at this time and the following children John, Stewart, and Misses Mabel and Maggie and Mary Comer and Mrs. James Brown. Funeral at the M.E. Church today.
Col. James Comer (of Adam)
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Apr 1916
DEATH OF JAMES COMER
(Col.) James Comer, of Adam, aged 76 years, 9 months and 9 days died at his home near Comer church, a few miles from Shenandoah, at 11 p.m., on Sunday night after a lingering illness with consumption of the bowels.
Mr. Comer was a respected and law abiding citizen. Physically he had been a powerful man up to several years ago when his health began to fail. He was a Confederate soldier, serving in Co. H. 33d Virginia Infantry for four years. Before the railroad was built through this county he was a boatsman on the Shenandoah River, steering many tons of pig iron and farm products on the old flat boats down the Shenandoah river to Harper’s Ferry from which point it was hauled by canal to Alexandria and Washington.
The deceased is survived by a widow and four daughters: Mrs. Jno. Yager, Mrs. William Grimsley, Mrs. Ed Price and Mrs. Noah Grimsley, all of the immediate section in which the deceased lived and one sister Miss Nancy Comer. He is also survived by 48 grandchildren and 5 great grand children.
The funeral was held at 2 p.m., on Wednesday, conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby. Interment in the McAlister grave yard near Comer church.
James Lewis Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Mar 1913
Death of Infant
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Comer, of near Spring Farm, on last Wednesday, lost their infant son, James Lewis Comer, aged 2 months and 2 days. Death was due to bronchial pneumonia and followed an illness of about a week. The chapel was conducted at Beahm’s Chapel yesterday by Elds. George Painter and Abram Racer and the remains laid to rest in the new cemetery at the church…
Mrs. Jennie Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Sep 1920
Shenandoah
Mrs. Jennie Comer, wife of Hiram Comer, of Naked Creek was found dead in bed several days ago. The deceased was a daughter of Commodore Turner, deceased. She is survived by her husband and several children, one of whom is Mrs. James Orye, of Shenandoah.
Kathleen Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Jan 1919
DEATH OF A LITTLE GIRL
Kathleen Comer, the 3 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Comer, died at the home of her parents in East Luray on Tuesday night, her death being reported due to pneumonia. She had been in ill health for sometime... The funeral services were conducted at Beahm's Chapel on Thursday by Elder Joseph Foster, the interment taking place in the cemetery near by.
Nancy Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Jul 1919
HONEYVILLE
Mrs. Nancy Comer died on Tuesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo L. Dovel in Harrisonburg where she had made her home for a number of years. Death was due to a complication of diseases, Mrs. Comer was seventy-five years of age and was the last surviving member of her family. She was a daughter of late Adam Comer, and had been a member of the Christian church since childhood. Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dovel Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock...
Nathan Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
DEATH OF CHILD
Nathan, three year old son of Will Comer, died at the residence of his father, in the south-eastern suburbs of Luray on Wednesday, with influenza followed by pneumonia. Burial at Mt. Zion cemetery, three miles South of Luray on Thursday.
Mrs. Susie A. Comer
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Oct 1920
DEATH OF MRS. COMER
Mrs. Susie A. Comer, wife of Andrew J. Comer, died at her home near Stony Man, this county, on Tuesday afternoon about six o'clock, following a protracted illness of a complication of diseases. She had been to several hospitals seeking relief from these ailments on several occasions... Mrs. Comr was a daughter of the late Isaac Hoak, of this county.... The deceased had been a member of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, near Stony Man for a long time. Burial took place at Mt. Zion Dunkard church Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the services having been conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp of the Lutheran church. The deceased was 63 years, 5 months and 24 days of age. She is survived by the following children, in addition to her husband: Misses Bessie and Carrie Comer, at home; Mrs. Eugene Weaver, living on the home place; Mrs. Mary Kluxen, Philadelphia, and Ashby Comer, living in the west...
Mrs. Emma Corbin
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Feb 1915
DEATH OF MRS. W.H. CORBIN
Mrs. Emma Corbin, aged 63 years, wife of W.H. Corbin, (better known as Willie Wiggins) died at her home at Hamburg this county, last Sunday morning about 10 o’clock. Mrs. Corbin has been in declining health from tuberculosis for ten or twelve years, though she was apparently in her usual health and was able to attend to her house hold duties until about a week before her death. Before marriage she was Miss Emma Comer, daughter of Samuel Comer, deceased, of the Ida section, October 21, 1875, she was married to Mr. Corbin since which time the couple have resided at Hamburg.
Besides her husband she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Joseph Cave, of this county and one brother, John W. Comer, of Holt county, Mo.
… She was widely known throughout the county and in Luray where for a number of years she has supplied a large number of customers with fruits and vegetables. Her funeral was conducted by Rev. R.T. Strickler and was held in the Mill Creek Old School Baptist church at 11 a.m. on Tuesday. Interment taking place in the Brubaker graveyard at the White House.
Andrew Jackson Croft
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Oct 1917
DEATH OF A.J. CROFT
Andrew Jackson Croft, aged 78 years, 7 months and 4 days, died Monday, October 16th after only two weeks illness... On October 6th he suffered a stroke of paralysis from which he never rallied. He had been a life long resident of Ingham and was a Confederate soldier serving in the 10th Va. Inft.
The deceased is survived by a wife and six children: three sons and three daughters, two of whom are by a former marriage and are grown.
The funeral was held at 2 p.m., on Tuesday, conducted by Rev. C.J. Gibson. Interment took place in the graveyard near his home.
__ Cubbage (Child of Beauregard Cubbage)
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Jul 1914
DEATH OF INFANT
The three-weeks old child of Beauregard Cubbage, living in the Mann Cubbage Hollow, died on last Monday morning after an illness of whooping cough. The funeral took place on Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Mrs. J.H. Cubbage
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Nov 1918
STANLEY
Deaths
Mrs. J.H. Cubbage who lived with her daughter Mrs. Marvin Good, South of Stanley, died Friday and was buried Saturday near her old home in Cubbage Hollow. She was about 75 years old and was a member of the Dunkard church.
Joseph Cubbage
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Jun 1918
DEATH OF JOSEPH CUBBAGE
Joseph Cubbage, aged eighty-six years, died at the home of Mrs. Griffin, in Shenandoah Saturday night after a long period of feeble health. He had no children but leaves an aged and blind widow, and a brother J.H. Cubbage. The funeral which took place at Leak's Chapel on Monday was conducted by Eld. Walter Strickler, of the Brethren church to which the deceased had belonged for thirty-five or forty years.
Miss Maggie Cubbage
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Nov 1914
Stanley
Jacob Cubbage’s daughter Maggie died and was buried Sunday. She was been sick for some time.
Owen Cubbage
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
DEATH OF OWEN CUBBAGE
Owen Cubbage, aged about 18 years, died at the home of his father Beauregard Cubbage, in Cubbage Hollow, above Marksville, on Saturday. His death was due to Spanish influenza. He was buried on Sunday near his home.
Sallie Cubbage
Page News & Courier, Friday 31 Aug 1917
Stanley
W.V. Petefish buried a very old lady in Cubbage Hollow, Aug. 22, 1917 aged 101 years, 1 month and 29 days. She was born in Madison County in what was known as the Free State on June 20th, 1816, when they left that place she was 14 years old. They cleared a small piece of land and built a log hut and lived at the same place all the rest of her life. She remembered well the great meteor shower when so many people thought the world was coming to the end and she retained her eye sight. Her name was Sallie Cubbage, she had two children: one son and one daughter 18 grand children and 35 great grand children and one sister, 98 years old. NOVUS HOMO.
Mrs. Sallie Ann Cubbage (wife of George)
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Jun 1918
STANLEY
Died
Mrs. Sallie Ann Cubbage, wife of George Cubbage, who has been at the hospital for some time died June 12th. Her remains were brought by W.V. Petefish and buried about three miles South of Stanley. Her age was 42 years. She leaves no children.
James Davis
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Jul 1916
DEATH OF FORMER CITIZEN OF FURNACE NO. 2
James Davis, a well known farmer and Confederate veteran, died suddenly at his home two and one-half miles east of Elkton at 7 o’clock Tuesday morning. Heart failure was the cause of death.
Mr. Davis was seventy-five years old, was a very highly-respected citizen and enjoyed a wide acquaintance. His wife was Miss Sarah Cave.
Mr. Davis is survived by his wife and ten children, Artie, Robert and Ernest Davis, of Furnace; Thomas Davis, of Swift Run; Mrs. Wilmer Skelton, of near Hagerstown, Md., Mrs. Arthur Plum and Mrs. George Downey, of Elkton, Mrs. Lee Morris Mrs. Thomas Monger and Mrs. William Shifflett, all of Furnace.
Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Davis
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Jul 1919
Shenandoah
Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Davis died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Luther K. Seekford on Naked Creek on Monday, after an illness of several years with cancer. She was about 75 years of age and is survived by a number of children.
John W. Deavers
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Aug 1914
DEATH OF JOHN W. DEAVERS
John W. Deavers, of near Rileyville, (better known as “Big John Deavers”) died of cancer on Monday after an illness of about a year. Mr. Deavers was a good citizen and had been thrifty. He owned a farm of about 100 acres at Mountain View. He was twice married, his first wife having been a daughter of Aptil Rickard, and his last wife, who survives him, was a Miss Jewell. He also leaves several children. Interment on Tuesday.
Joel Decker
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Mar 1916
DEATH OF JOEL DECKER
Joel T. Decker, a highly respected citizen died at his home at Leaksville, Tuesday at 1:20 o'clock p.m., death being due to heart trouble. His health had been failing rapidly for the last six months and his death had been looked for the past few days.
He was 73 years, 3 months and 11 days old. Mr. Decker was a member of the Leaksville Christian church...
He was a Confederate soldier having been a member of Co. K. 10th Va., Infantry.
The deceased is survived by a widow who was a daughter of Thomas Higgs, deceased, one daughter Mrs. W.J. Rodgers and one son Thomas Decker, both of this county, and the following grandchildren, Misses Elsie and Evyline Decker, Myron and Lounna Decker, Mrs. Kirby Bradley, of Leaksville and Mrs. Vernon Moyer, of Luray.
The funeral was held Thursday at the Leaksville Christian church, conducted by Revs. Monroe Strickler and R.L. Williamson, of Luray, after which the remains were interred in the Leaksville cemetery.
Mrs. Sarah Jane Decker
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Feb 1918
Death of Mrs. Joel Decker
Mrs. Sarah Jane Decker, aged 76 years, 5 months and 14 days, widow of Joel Decker, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Rodgers, in East Luray on last Saturday at 11 p.m., after an illness due to a complication of diseases.
... until recently resided at Leaksville. Before marriage she was a Miss Higgs, daughter of Thomas Higgs, deceased.
Mrs. Decker is survived by two children, Mrs. William Rodgers, of Luray, and Thomas Decker, of Leaksville.
She had for sixty years been a consistent member of the Christian church and was one of the charter members of the Leaksville church.
The funeral services were held from the Rodgers home on Monday, conducted by Rev. Earp. Interment taking place at Leaksville.
Jackson Deering
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Jan 1916
Jackson Deering, residing on Naked Creek, near Furnace No. 2, died on Wednesday in his 70th year. His decease was due to pneumonia with which he was taken Thursday on last week. He leaves a widow who was a Miss Smith, of Furnace and three sons William and Clinton Deering of Naked Creek, and James C. Deering of Clifton Forge.
Mrs. Fannie Dinges
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 May 1914
SUDDEN DEATH
Mrs. Fannie Dinges, wife of Lester Dinges, residing on S.H. Modesitt’s place on Mill Creek, died very suddenly of heart failure about 1 o’clock yesterday morning, aged 27 years. She did a large amount of washing and other work on Wednesday and was stricken during the night, dying a few moments after a physician reached her. Her health had not been as good as usual for several months and she had had several attacks but her condition was not regarded as critical or even serious and her death was a great shock. Her husband and a bright little girl Eva aged eight or ten years survive her. Mrs. Dinges was a daughter of John M. Painter, of Stanley, and a granddaughter of Peter Painter of John of Stanley. Five brothers and three sisters survive her, this number including James, Marvin and Lester Painter, Mrs. Luther Sours and Mrs. David Wilson. Mrs. Dinges was highly esteemed by all who knew her. Her funeral which will take place at the Leaksville church at 3 p.m., today will be conducted by Eld. John B. Jenkins.
John Pierce Dinges
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Aug 1918
DEATH OF JOHN P. DINGES
John Pierce Dinges died at his home near Petefish's Pond in Marksville district, about noon last Saturday. He had been in failing health for about one year, though he suffered a stroke of paralysis several days ago. From the effects of this he never rallied, gradually growing worse until his death. His funeral was conducted at his late home on Monday, the burial taking place in the Adventust graveyard near Stanley... his funeral services, conducted by Elder John B. Jenkins, of the Old School Baptist church and Rev. Jack Painter of the Adventist church. His surviving sisters and brothers are Mrs. Casper Price, near Big Spring; Mrs. Elanora Rothgeb, in Luray; Mrs. D.A. Rothgeb, of Leaksville; George Dinges, of Jefferson county, W.Va. He was a brother of William Dinges who died on the Massanutton Mountain several years ago and Thomas Dinges, who was killed by lightning on P.P. Long's farm about two years ago. A widow and the following children survive him: Mrs. D.B. Printz, Luray; Edward and Ernest Dinges, near Leaksville; Everett, at home; Harry near Petefish's Pond; Reg, of Pennsylvania and Fred at the head of Mill Creek.
Moses Dinges
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Feb 1919
MOSES DINGES DEAD
Moses Dinges, whom the Strasburg News says was born at Stanley, this county, in 1848, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Habron in Shenandoah county last week. He was found dead in bed. His wife, who was Miss Eliza Shipe before marriage, preceded him to the grave about 12 years. It is presumed that Mr. Dinges was born in the Stanley neighborhood, as that flourishing town could scarcely have been on the map in 1848.
Oscar Dinges
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Sep 1917
Oscar Dinges, of near Charlestown, W.Va., son of George Dinges of near Summit Point, W.Va. was killed on Thursday of last week by being struck by a motor cycle or automobile. The deceased married a daughter of John D. Sours of Hagerstown, formerly of this county. His father was a brother of Mrs. Button Rothgeb, of Luray. The funeral took place last Saturday.
Pauline Marye Dinges
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Nov 1918
LEAKSVILLE
Pauline Marye Dinges year old daughter of Fred Dinges, died Sunday, November 3rd and was buried in the Smith cemetery near Mill Creek the following day. The cause of the little girl's death was pneumonia following an attack of influenza.
Thomas Dinges
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Jun 1916
KILLED BY LIGHTNING
Thomas Dinges, aged about 39 years, a respected citizen of the Massanutton section met a sudden death on last Friday evening by being struck by lightning while plowing corn on the Philip Long farm in Massanutton where he was employed.
At the time a storm was approaching, but the sun was still shining. He had taken shelter under a tree it was presumed awaiting the outcome of the storm. The team (two fine horses) with which he was plowing as well as a young colt were killed.
Besides his widow who was a daughter of Noah Good, he is survived by one married daughter, Mrs. Annie Rhinehart, and seven other children, most of which were small and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. William Rothgeb, Mrs. D.A. Rothgeb, Mrs. Casper Price of this county, George Dinges, of Charlestown, W.Va. and John Dinges, who was last heard from in the West.
The funeral was held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, at the Alma church. Interment taking place in the graveyard at the church.
Joseph Martin Dodson
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Feb 1915
DIED
Joseph Martin Dodson, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Dodson departed this life, Feb. 9, 1915, aged 13 years and 10 days. He leaves four sisters and one brother. Mrs. Mamie McGoldrick and Miss Lelia Dodson, both of Charlestown, W.Va., Gilbert Dodson, of Florida, and Misses Emma and Pearl at home…
Keiffer Dodson
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Feb 1918
Soldier Dies at Camp Greene
Keiffer Dodson, son of John L. Dodson, of Rappahannock county, died at Camp Green, N.C., on January 28th with pneumonia, aged 25 years.
The deceased was drafted in the National Army from Rappahannock county and for a time was stationed at Camp Lee...
He is survived by his parents, three brothers and seven sisters: Franklin, Joseph and Clarence Dodson, Mrs. Man Atkins, Mrs. Jeremiah Atkins, Mrs. Albert Clark, Mrs. Oscar Ramey and Mrs. W.F. Pulliam, all of Rappahannock and Mrs. F.W. Dodson, of Clarke county and Mrs. Grover Adkins, of Warren county.
The remains were brought to his home on the East side of the Blue Ridge and interred in the family graveyard near his father's home.
Mrs. Matilda Dodson & Mrs. John H. Bolen
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Apr 1918
Mrs. Matilda Dodson, mother of Mrs. D.G.W. Bolen, of Luray and Mrs. John H. Bolen, mother of Albert Bolen, the Kimball nursery man, both died last week near Sperryville. Mrs. Dodson who was a Miss Woodward before marriage was seventy-seven years old and leaves six children. She was sick for some time with dropsy and during the last weeks of her illness was nursed by her daughter from Luray. Mr. Bolen and children attended the funeral which was held Wednesday of last week... Mrs. John H. Bolen, who was a widow, was eighty-five years old, leaves eight children. The funeral was attended by Albert Bolen and son, of Kimball. Her death occurred at the old home on the side of the Blue Ridge four and a half miles from Sperryville.
Albert Dofflemoyer
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Dec 1911
Death Near Ingham
Albert Dofflemoyer, a good citizen residing in Crooked Run Hollow, near Ingham, died of stomach trouble on Monday, aged about fifty-seven. Except for erysipelas from which he had suffered for fifteen or twenty years his health had been good until about two weeks ago when he came home sick from Martinsburg where he was employed. Mr. Dofflemoyer is survived by a widow who was a Miss Douglas, of Greene county and three daughters and four sons.
Mrs. Matilda Jane Dofflemoyer
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Aug 1916
DEATH OF MRS. DOFFLEMOYER
Mrs. Matilda Jane Dofflemoyer, aged 84 years, 8 months and 10 d. widow of Rev. William Dofflemoyer, died at her home in Leaksville on Monday after a lingering illness of a complication of diseases due to old age.
… She had been a consistent member of the Christian church for more than fifty years. Before marriage she was Miss Elizabeth Shotwell.
She is survived by four children, two sons and two daughters: Hiram Dofflemoyer, of Page, David Dofflemoyer, of Gordonsville and Mrs. D.J. Higgs and Miss Beckie Dofflemoyer, of this county.
The funeral services were conducted at the Christian church at Leaksville by her pastor, Rev. R.L. Williamson at 3 p.m., on Tuesday. Interment took place in the church cemetery.
___ Dorrough (child of James)
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
SHENANDOAH
James Dorrough, of near Ingham lost a four year old child on last Monday from influenza.
Mrs. Jane Dovel
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Oct 1918
DEATH OF MRS. GEO. E. DOVEL
Mrs. Jane Dovel, widow of Geo. Dovel, died at the home of her son Alfred Dovel, in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Sunday, September 30th, at the advanced age of 88 years. Her body was brought to Shenandoah on Tuesday for burial, interment in the old Dovel graveyard, west of Shenandoah, near the Stover place. Her funeral was conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby of the Lutheran church, of which she had been a consistent member for a number of years. She is survived by one other son, besides the one previosuly mentioned, George Henry Dovel, of Harriston, Va. Up to about 12 years ago Mrs. Dovel had lived near Shenandoah at which time she went to Brooklyn where she had since resided with her son...
Peter S. Dovel
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Nov 1919
DEATH OF PETER S. DOVEL
Peter S. Dovel, a well known old Confederate soldier, died suddenly on Sunday night at the home of his son Benton Dovel near Ingham, with whom he resided. While he had been feeble for years from the effects of old age and wounds received during the war, he had not been ill... Mr. Dovel had reached the age of 92 years. He leaves three sons, Benton and William, of this county, and another son living in the far west. The funeral which took place at Leak's Chapel on Tuesday was conducted by the Brethren.
Mr. Dovel was a gallant member of Capt. George Summers company of cavalry during the civil war. While in the line of duty he was desperately wounded and crippled for life.
Mrs. Sarah Jane Dovel
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 Jun 1916
DEATH OF MRS. DOVEL
Mrs. Sarah Jane Dovel, aged 75 years, died last Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John B. Jenkins, residing on the Lee Long farm, near Alma, from an attck of heart trouble with which she had been sick only about a week. Mrs. Dovel has been residing with her children and had been at the Jenkins home for several months prior to her death.
Mrs. Dovel was the last member of her father's family. She was a sister of Captain George Summers, who was killed at the close of the War between the States. Her husband, David F. Dovel, died eight years ago.
... She has been a consistent member of the Old School Baptist church for about 35 years.
Surviving her are four sons, W.E. and George E. Dovel, of Ashby, Frederick county, Fred Dovel, of Stephens City, Frank L. Dovel, of Harrisonburg; and three daughters, Mrs. W.E. Deal, of Elkton; Mrs. J.B. Gochenour and Mrs. John B. Jenkins of Page, and one half sister, Mrs. Jack Kite, of Harrisonburg.
The funeral was held at the Alma Lutheran church on Tuesday, conducted by Eld. Reuben Strickler. Interment took place in the Alma cemetery.
Michael Downey
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 April 1916
DEATH OF M. DOWNEY
Michael, aged about 85 years a respected citizen, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Newton Foltz, on the Rockingham side of the River near Shenandoah on Wednesday from the infirmities due to old age.
Mr. Downey had been married four times, all four wives preceeded him to the grave. He is survived by a large number of children, four of whom are Mrs. Newton Foltz, of Rockingham, Mrs. Ada Rothgeb, and Charles and W.H. Downey, of Shenandoah.
The remains were taken to the home of Mrs. Rothgeb on Tuesday evening from which place the funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m., this afternoon. Interment will take place in the Huffman graveyard near Shenandoah.
Herbert Duncan
Page News & Courier, Friday 6 Aug 1915
Sudden Death of Child
Herbert Duncan, aged 10 years son of Charles Duncan residing at the Intersection at the foot of the Massanutton mountain died suddenly of throat trouble Friday morning. The child had been sick several days and was taken to a physician at New Market on Thursday. At three o’clock the next morning the little fellow got up to put out a dog and said he was better. An hour later his father got up and was horrified to find that the boy was dead. Herbert was buried at the Alger graveyard near Newport on Saturday. The funeral will be preached at Battle Creek school house Sunday morning at 11 o’clock.
Alfred H. Dwyer
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Apr 1919
Alfred H. Dwyer, age 87 years, 6 months and 12 days, died at his home one half mile East of Spion Kop, on the Blue Ridge, on Tuesday, March 25th. He married a daughter of the late Peter Judd, of this county and is survived by his widow, six children and a number of great grandchildren. His funeral was conducted by Eld. J.H. Racer, of Luray.
John W. Echard
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Jan 1915
DEATH OF JOHN W. ECHARD
John W. Echard a highly respected citizen living near Stony Man, died at 3 o’clock Wednesday evening after a short illness, lasting only a few days. He was a hard working and industrious man… He lacked four days of being 66 years old.
Mr. Echard died childless, but leaves a widow who was a Miss Petty, of the Marksville neighborhood, Jacob P. Echard, of near Stony Man, was his only brother and there survive four sisters, viz; Mrs. Sarah Gochenour, Mrs. Jacob F. Aleshire and Miss Bettie Echard, all of this county. Mr. Echard belonged to the Lutheran church for years. His funeral took place at Mt. Calvary church yesterday was conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp.
Mrs. Lydia Echard
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Aug 1917
DEATH OF MRS. JOHN ECHARD
Mrs. Lydia Echard widow of John W. Echard, died of cancer at 11:20 p.m., Wednesday aged about 70 years. She had been in failing health for three years past... a member of the Methodist church. She was a daughter of William Pettit, deceased, of Pine Grove, and leaves one sister, Mrs. John Miller, of near Stony Man, and two brothers, William and Charles Pettit, of Ashland, Ill. No children are left. The funeral and interment took place at Mt. Calvary church at 4 p.m., yesterday, Rev. P.L. Snapp conducting the services.
Mrs. Martha Edwards (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Jan 1917
Died
Mrs. Martha Edwardsm widow of J.F. Edwards, of East Luray, died at 6 o'clock this morning, of pneumonia, aged 78 years. She leaves three sons, William R., David J. and John F. Edwards, all of Luray. Services at the house at 4 p.m. this (Friday) evening, conducted by her pastor Rev. Geo. F. Cook. Burial at Cedar Grove church, near New Market on Saturday.
Mrs. Martha Edwards (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Jan 1917
DEATH OF MRS. EDWARDS
Mrs. Martha Edwards aged 78 years, died Friday, Jan. 19th after a week's illness with pneumonia, preceded by declining health for several years.
The deceased who was Miss Martha Knott was born in Madison county and came to his county to reside on the Chapman farm when sixteen years of age. In early life she was married to John F. Edwards, who preceded her to the grave about 40 years. After marriage she resided in Shenandoah county for many years, moving back to this county about twenty years ago, The deceased had been a consistent member of Main Street Baptist church for many years...
She is survived by three sons: W.R., David J., and Jno. F. Edwards, all of Luray.
Funeral services were held at her last home in East Luray at 4 p.m., last Friday, conducted by Rev. Geo. F. Cook, pastor of Main Street Baptist church. Interment took place at Cedar Grove church in Shenandoah county on Saturday evening...
Mrs. Ella Emerson
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 May 1919
DEATH OF MRS. EMERSON
Mrs. Ella Emerson, wife of Chas. B. Emerson, died at her home near Ida, this county on last Friday morning at 10 o'clock, after several months illness, originating with a severe attack of influenza last winter, from which she never fully regained her health, though the immediate cause of her death was pneumonia. Mrs. Emerson was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Woodward of the Ida section, and is mourned by a wide circle of relatives and friends... a consistent member of Grace Lutheran church since early girlhood, besides her husband and six children she is survived by the following brothers and sisters: W.L., J.L., Charles, Hubert, Kirby and Harvey Woodward, all of this county, Harry Woodward and Mrs. Roy Strawderman, of Nokesville, Homer Woodward, of West Virginia, Mrs. J.H. Cave, Washington, D.C., and Mrs. Hubert Cave and Mrs. B.R. Nichols, of near Ida.
Her funeral was held at her late home on Sunday afternoon, her pastor, Rev. P.L. Snapp, officiating. Interment in the family graveyard.
Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Emerson
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Aug 1914
DEATH OF SARAH ELIZABETH EMERSON
Sarah Elizabeth, beloved wife of Henry Emerson, departed this life at her home near Ida, Friday, Aug. 7, 1914, aged 73 years, three months and twenty-five days. She was a consistent member of the Christian church at East Liberty for 57 years; her funeral was conducted by her pastor, Rev. Williamson, of Luray… She is survived by her husband and three children- Charles and Edward Emerson, of Ida, and Mrs. J.M. Boyd, of Norfolk.
Amos Eppard
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jan 1918
PAGE SOLDIER'S DEATH
Amos Eppard, of Leaksville a private at Camp Green, near Charlotte, N.C., died on Sunday afternoon in the hospital at the Camp, aged twenty-three years. His health became poor after he went to the army... Prior to entering the army he was employed at the depot at Stanley where he was learning telegraphy. He was a member of the Leaksville Christian church, having joined at a very early age. Surviving him are his parents, one brother, Vernon Eppard, and two sisters, Mrs. Harry Jenkins and Miss Eula Eppard.
The remains of Private Eppard were brought home on Tuesday. The funeral which took place at the Leaksville Christian church was conducted by Rev. B.J. Earp the pastor and Rev. W.T. Walters, a former pastor of the deceased.
Seldon Farrell
Page News & Couier, Friday 24 Apr 1914
A SAD DEATH
Seldon Farrell aged about 15 years son of Elza Farrell who moved a year ago from Stanley, Page Co., Va., to Jefferson county, W.Va., was killed by a B. & O. train at Kearneysville, W.Va., on April 9th. Young Farrell was employed in hauling milk from his home near Leetown to Kearneysville. It is not definitely known how young Farrell met death but it is supposed that he was caught between the Depot and the track by a way train as the Depot is very close to the track. Young Farrell was instantly killed. He leaves a father, mother several younger brothers besides many other relatives and friends to mourn his loss. Young Farrell was a member of the Methodist church having confessed the Saviour at a meeting held on the Blue Ridge last summer by the Rev. DeShazo…
Noah Fleming
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Jul 1916
DEATH OF N.W. FLEMING
Noah W. Fleming, one of the oldest citizens of this community died of cancer at his home north of Luray at 8 o’clock Sunday night, aged 87 years. Although he was in Luray but two weeks ago he has been practically confined to the house for six months past.
Mr. Fleming was born and raised in this county and has been a considerable land holder. In the ‘70’s his home located not far from the present electric dam, was washed away by a flood. In addition to being a farmer he was an expert blacksmith, and during the Civil War was detailed for this purpose. He was four times married.
He is survived by his last wife and the following children: Mrs. John C. Williams, of Fauquier county, Mrs. Edward Emerson, of Luray and Euloge L. Fleming, of Botetourt county. Many years ago under the preaching of Dr. Leonidas Rosser, Mr. Fleming professed conversion in the old Methodist church at Luray. He was a good honest citizen. Funeral services were conducted on Monday by Rev. W.H. Ballengee and the remains interred in Green Hill cemetery in Luray.
A.J. Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Oct 1920
DEATH OF A.J. FOLTZ
A.J. Foltz died at his home at Stanley on Wednesday, death being due to a stroke of paralysis which he sustained several days ago. Mr. Foltz reached his 76 birthday last April, and had been a member of the Masonic order for forty years or more. He is survived by the following children in addition to his wife: Mrs. Mamie Kainey, Baltimore; Robert Foltz, of Sykesville, Md., and Charles Foltz, living in Florida, Reuben P. Foltz, of Stanley is a brother. The deceased had been a member of the Methodist church for many years and was a well known Confederate veteran. The funeral services were conducted in the Adventist church at Stanley on Friday at 2 p.m. by his pastor, Rev. Carroll Palmer.
Mrs. Dessie Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Feb 1919
DEATH OF MRS. CLYDE FOLTZ
Mrs. Dessie Foltz, wife of Clyde Foltz, died at her home near Stanley on Friday, February 21st. Mrs. Foltz had only been ill for several days starting with influenza and culminating in pneumonia. She was 24 years and nine months old, and besides her husband is survived by two small children. Mrs. Foltz before marriage was a Miss Aleshire daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M.V. Aleshire who also survive, besides several brothers and sisters. Her funeral was conducted on Sunday by Eld. J.B. Jenkins, and interment in the Adventist cemetery.
Mrs. Henrietta Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jul 1919
Stanley
Died in the West
Word was received by Mrs. Geo. W. Good of this place a few days ago that her sister, Mrs. Henrietta Foltz died in Pawhuska, Okla., on June 26 and was buried at that place. She was living with her adopted daughter, Mrs. Brownie Smith. Mrs. Foltz lived her entire life near Stanley until about ten years ago when she went to Oklahoma to live with her adopted daughter. She leaves the following sisters: Mrs. Adaline Davis, of Kansas, Mrs. George W. Good, of Stanley, Mrs. Bettie Offenbacker and Mrs. John W. Phillips, of Alma, Page county.
John Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Sep 1920
DEATH OF JOHN FOLTZ
John Foltz, an old and respected citizen, formerly residing at Petefish pond near Stanley, but who for the past six or eight months has made his home with his niece, Mrs. William Pence, near Shenandoah, died on Tuesday after a long period of bodily and mental weakness, aged about seventy-five years. Mr. Foltz was a brother of Reuben and A.J. Foltz, of Stanley, Mrs. Albert Rickard and Mrs. Andrew Huffman, of Alma, both deceased, were his sisters. A widow but no children survive Mr. Foltz. He was a member of the Methodist church. The remains were laid to rest in the Adventist cemetery near Stanley yesterday.
John Philip Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Jul 1919
DEATH OF JOHN P. FOLTZ
John Philip Foltz, died at his home about one mile north-west of Stanley on Sunday, July 13th at the advanced age of 76 years. Mr. Foltz had been in failing health for some time and his death was due to the infirmities of old age. He was an old Confederate veteran having served throughout the entire period of the strife between the States. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. D.H. Foltz and Mrs. David Blosser, all of near Stanley. His wife died many years ago. The funeral was conducted on Tuesday by Rev. A.J. Painter of the Adventist church. Interment at the Adventist cemetery.
Mrs. Laura Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Nov 1917
DEATH OF MRS. CHARLES FOLTZ
Mrs. Laura Foltz, wife of Charles Foltz, of near Newport, died of cancer on Wednesday at the Charlestown, W.Va., hospital where she had undergone an operation two weeks before...
The deceased who was fifty-four years old was a daughter of Thomas Strickler, deceased of Egypt Bend, this county, and is survived by one sister, Mrs. G. Luther Kite, of near Shenandoah City, and four brothers, Eld. R.T. Strickler, of Egypt Bend, J. Gideon and J. Perry Strickler, of Spokane, Wash., and William I. Strickler, of Elko, Nevada. She leaves a sorrowing husband, one daughter and two sons, Frank and Ora Foltz. Two years ago the deceased was baptized a member of Alma Old School Baptist church...
The funeral will be conducted by her pastor Eld. R.H. Pittman, in the Newport Christian church at 11 a.m., Saturday, after which the remains will be laid to rest in the Foltz burial spot nearby.
Mrs. Maggie Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Sep 1915
County-Over
SHENANDOAH
Mrs. Maggie Foltz, wife of Newton Foltz, living on the Harnsberger place across the river from this place, died of tuberculosis Wednesday night, aged about fifty years. She leaves a husband, and aged father, Mike Downey, several brothers and a large family of children. She had been a member of the U.B. church for many years.
Norman Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Apr 1913
Died
Norman, aged about 10 years, son of Peter C. Foltz, of Newport, died on Sunday of pneumonia following an attack of measles. The funeral which took place on Tuesday was conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp. Interment at the Brick church.
Robert Foltz
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
DIED AT CAMP
Robert Foltz, a soldier who died at the hospital at Camp Meade, was brought to Shenandoah for interment last Saturday. His remains were laid in the U.B. cemetery.
Young Foltz was the son of William Foltz, who formerly leased Warren Frazier's place in Rockingham county, near Shenandoah, but who moved to a farm in Maryland about four years ago.
The remains were accompanied to Shenandoah by a brother of the deceased, also a Camp Meade soldier.
Mrs. Margaret Ann Foster
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Aug 1915
DEATH OF MRS. FOSTER
Mrs. Margaret Ann Foster, aged 69 years widow of Eld. Jos. S. Foster and a true Christian lady, died last Sunday, after a long illness with heart trouble. She had been in declining health for fifteen years and has been very feeble for the past eight years, at times being almost helpless.
Before marriage Mrs. Foster was Miss Margaret Ann Gochenour, daughter of Joseph Gochenour, deceased. For many years she has been a consistent member of the Dunkard church.
She is survived by three daughters Mrs. George Mayes, Mrs. Nace Jenkins, and Mrs. Kirby Aleshire, and two sons Eld. Joseph M. Foster and Jacob E. Foster, all of Page county. Since the death of her husband, 8 years ago, she has resided with her son Jacob E. Foster, who lives at the home place.
The funeral servives were conducted by Elds. Spitler and Painter at Mt. Zion church at 10 a.m. on Tuesday. Interment took place in the Sours graveyard near the church.
John W. Fox
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Oct 1915
DEATH OF JOHN W. FOX
John W. Fox, aged 64 years, 4 months and 6 days, a highly respected and substantial farmer of the Morning Star neighborhood died suddenly last Friday evening about 5 o’clock from heart trouble, cause by a leaking valve of the heart, with which he had suffered from a year or more, though up to within a week of his death he had been able to look after his farm work. His case was not considered serious and his death which was not expected was a profound shock to the entire neighborhood. He is the third member of his family to die with heart trouble.
He is survived by his widow, who before marriage was Miss Emma Smith, and five sons and five daughters: Charles, Elmer, Raymond, Amos and Kirby Fox, all of this county, and Mrs. Charles Finter, Mrs. Edward Miller and Mrs. Luther Miller all living near the home place and Mrs. Dan Miller and Mrs. Esmond Lillard, of Shenandoah City. One brother Ambrose Fox and one sister, Mrs. Wm. Griffith, survive.
The funeral took place from his late residence at 10 a.m., on Sunday conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp, of the Lutheran church of which denomination the deceased had been a member for a number of years. Interment took place in the family burying ground on the Ambrose Fox place. The funeral was attended by a very large crowd, estimated at about 1000 people…
Mrs. Mary Frazier
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Jul 1919
GROVE HILL
Death of Mrs. Mary Frazier
Death reaped a full harvest in our community when it entered the home of Arthur Frazier on Saturday, July 5, 1919 and plucked the mother, Mrs. Mary Frazier at the ripe age of 73 years, 6 months and 14 days... She had been a faithful member of the Lutheran church for nearly 60 years... She leaves four sons to mourn her departure: John and Arthur at Grove Hill, Frank, of Savage, Md., and David, of Washington, D.C... The funeral services were conducted by her former pastor, Rev. M.A. Ashby. She was laid to rest in the Grove Hill U.B. Cemetery...
Noah Frazier
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Feb 1916
Shenandoah Column
Noah W. Frazier died at the University Hospital Charlottesville, following a stroke of paralysis, which he had suffered at his home in Elkton, about two months ago. He was born on Naked Creek, near Furnace No. 2 but for some years, had made his home in Elkton. He was a Confederate veteran and had served through the war. His wife died several years ago, and since then he had lived alone the greater part of the time.
Mrs. Alice V. Frye
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Apr 1915
Death of Mrs. Frye
Mrs. Alice V. Frye, wife of Samuel H. Frye, died at her husband’s home on the Eastern suburbs of Luray, at 8:45 p.m., on Sunday, aged 67 years, 11 months and 12 days. While she had been in delicate health for years her last illness began two weeks ago with an attack of grip which afterwards developed into jaundice.
The deceased is survived by her husband and three children, viz., Fred Frye, of Luray, Mrs. Walter Painter, of Alma, and Mrs. D.G. Cassidy, of Chicago. She also leaves one brother, Geo. W. Keyser, and three sisters, Mrs. James T. Phillips, and Misses Mattie and Lizzie Keyser all of Stanley. She had been the wife of Mr. Frye for about 38 years… About twenty-five years ago she connected herself with the Methodist church…
The funeral which took place at Graves Chapel, Tuesday morning was conducted by Eld. R.H. Pittman and Rev. W.H. Ballengee, the remains being interred in the cemetery nearby.
__ Getts (son of Cleveland)
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Oct 1915
Cleveland Getts, living near Long, lost a two-year-old son on Monday. The child had been sickly for a long time. Funeral by Elder William Bradley at Leak’s Chapel on Wednesday.
Mrs. Laura Getts
Page News & Courier, Friday 31 Oct 1919
DEATH OF MRS. J.L. GETTS
Mrs. Laura Getts, wife of James L. Getts, of Waterlick, Warren county, formerly of Rileyville, this county, died of pneumonia on Tuesday, aged fifty-three years. She is survived by a sorrowing husband and three sons, all grown, Lawrence, Leo and Eulus Getts. She was a daughter of Andrew J. Alger, deceased of Rileyville, this county, and leaves the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Emma Dovel, of Texas, Miss Carrie Alger, of Missouri, Mrs. Daisy Neff and Adam Alger, of Rileyville, Va., John Alger, of Hambleton, W.Va., and Gilbert Alger, of Deertrail, Colorado.
... For years she had been a member of the Methodist church. Her funeral which took place at Leak's Chapel yesterday was conducted by Rev. E.G. Helmintoller.
Leo Getts
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Jul 1920
DEATH OF LEO GETTS
Leo Getts, son of James L. Getts, of Waterlick, Va., formerly of Rileyville, this county, died on Monday of this week. The young man had been ill for several months due to tuberculosis. The deceased was born near Rileyville, where most of his life was spent, his father some time ago selling his farm in this county and moving to Waterlick... He lost a child two or three weeks ago, and at present has a brother with a child at the point of death. The deceased was about 23 years of age. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Mr. Helmintoller, of Rileyville, on Wednesday, the interment taking place in the Adventist graveyard at Stanley, where his brother, Ulys Getts, was buried about two weeks ago.
Mrs. Ella Gochenour
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Nov 1911
Sudden Death of Mrs. Gochenour
Mrs. Ella Gochenour, wife of Joseph M. Gochenour, was stricken with heart disease at her home near Long, Wednesday night, dying instantly after complaining of shortness of breath. Her health had been very poor for three or four years.
The deceased was a sister of John, Jacob and Miss Bettie Echard, Mrs. Jacob Gochenour, Mrs. Byrd Gochenour, and Mrs. Jacob Aleshire. She leaves a sorrowing husband and the following children: Mrs. James Foster, Mrs. Lee Jenkins, Charles and Miss Dora Gochenour and several younger children. The age of the deceased was about 47. She was a consistent member of the Brethren church and highly respected. Funeral at Mt. Zion by the Brethren ministers.
Jacob Gochenour
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Sep 1911
Death of Mr. Gochenour
Jacon Gochenour, a highly respected citizen, of near Stony Man, died on Monday, aged 66 years, 10 months and _ days. Seven weeks ago Mr. Gochenour was stricken down with something like a sun stroke and while able to be about at intervals has been in a serious condition since that time and has several attacks of a paralytic nature.
Mr. Gochenour is survived by a widow and the following children: Isaac William and Kirby Gochenour and Mrs. Mollie Short, of Page and James F. Gochenour, of Harrisonburg. He was a brother of Joseph M. and Isaac Gochenour of Page. There are a number of other brothers and sisters one of whom David Gochenour, lives in Missouri. The deceased had been a consistent member of the Brethren church for years. His funeral which took place on Wednesday was conducted by Eld. Martin Rothgeb.
___ Good (daughter of Ambrose)
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Aug 1919
STANLEY
Ambrose Good, colored, lost a grown daughter with tuberculosis. She was buried the first of the week.
___ Good (son of Marvin)
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Apr 1917
DEATH OF CHILD
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Good, of Stanley lost a two year old son from promaine poisoning, on Monday, evening.
The child was only sick a few hours and it is said to have been poisoned from eating canned corn.
The parents and several brothers and sisters survive.
Interment took place at the Adventist cemetery at 2 p.m., on Wednesday.
Alfred Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 May 1916
DIED
Alfred, aged 8 months and 28 days infant son of Everett Good, of Stanley, died early Tuesday morning after a month’s illness with spasms. The funeral was conducted by Eld. Jack Painter on Wednesday. The child is survived by his parents, one brother and two sisters.
Miss Annie Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Sep 1919
STANLEY
Death
Miss Annie Good, daughter of George W. Good, deceased, died Wednesday morning at the home of Will Short, age about 70 years. She has been in feeble health for several years.
Beulah Blanche Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Jan 1919
DEATH OF CHILD
Beulah Blanche, three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Good, died on Sunday, December 23rd. The little girl had been ill for sometime, and one the date above mentioned she was on her way to Charlestown, accompanied by her parents, but before reaching their destination the little one died. The remains were brought back on the next train, and interred at Leak's Chapel the following day. Rev. Jos. Foster conducting the services at the grave...
Carson Ray Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Feb 1929
DIED
Carson Ray, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Good, died at the home of its parents near Stanley, last Wednesday, February 19th, aged 1 month and 26 days. Death was due to brain fever and pneumonia following the Spanish influenza. The burial took place on Thursday afternoon at the Adventist cemetery.
Catherine Elizabeth Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Jun, 1911
Honeyville
Catherine Elizabeth Good, infant daughter, of John Good, of near Honeyville, was born June 21, 1910, departed this life, June 25, 1911, age 1 year and 2 days, her funeral being conducted by Eld. Martin Rothgeb, and Rev. Thomas Painter last Sunday, in the Leake’s Chapel house at 11 a.m.
Mrs. Effie May Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 May 1913
Stanley
Died
Mrs. Effie May Good, wife of Odus G. Good, died at the home of her husband near Honeyville, last Sunday night, aged 21 years and 11 days. Mrs. Good was the youngest daughter of Tazewell Housden, near Stanley and besides her husband and two small children (one only a few days old) she leaves the following brothers and sisters: Otis and George Housden, of Honeyville, and Oscar Housden, of Stanley, Mrs. Robert Housden, Mrs. Harvey Kibler and Mrs. Ben Dovel, all of Honeyville.
… The services were conducted by Elders D.N. Spitler and Joseph Foster, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Adventist cemetery.
Elmo Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Oct 1918
Elmo Good, son of Newman Good died at his father's home near Stanley, this county, on Friday, and was buried in the Adventist Cemetery at Stanley on the following day.
Mrs. Ethel May Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Oct 1919
NEWPORT
Died
Mrs. Ethel May Good, wife of Otis Good was born, September 2, 1893, and died October 16, 1919, aged 26 years, 1 month and 14 days. She leaves a husband and two children, her father and mother, two brothers and one sister to mourn her loss...
Mrs. Frances Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 May 1913
Death of Mrs. Good
Mrs. Frances Good, widow of Henry Good, died at the home of her daughter Mrs. Frank Marston, North of Luray on Wednesday aged 78 years. She had been sick for several weeks but her death was not expected and was rather sudden. She leaves the following children: John Morgan Good, Mrs. Frank Marston, Mrs. Ott Sigler, Isaac Good, Joseph Good, Charlie Good and Reuben Good, all of this county. The funeral is to take place at the Adventist church near Stanley today. Mrs. Good’s maiden name was Turner. Her husband has been dead for a number of years…
Mrs. Good’s funeral will be conducted by Eld A.J. Painter.
Harry William Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Mar 1919
STANLEY
Harry William, two year old son of Ambrose Good, died at the home of his parents near Stanley on Monday. The remains were interred in the Blakey cemetery the following day.
Irvin Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jan 1916
Stanley
Irvin Good, the oldest son of Ambrose Good, the colored blacksmith, at Marksville, died at Piedmont, W.Va., of typhoid pneumonia, and was brought home and buried Saturday in the Blakey grave yard. He was 26 years of age. His funeral was preached by a colored minister from Luray.
Mrs. Jeff Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 31 Mar 1916
LOCALS
The wife of Jeff Good, of Blainesville, died last Friday with pneumonia and was buried Saturday evening.
Lizzie Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
STANLEY
Lizzie, two year old daughter of Charles Good, died at her father's home near the Ochre Bank on Wednesday, October 31st. with pneumonia. The little girl was buried the following day.
Mrs. Ruth Good (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Jan 1915
DEATH OF MRS. GILBERT GOOD
Mrs. Ruth Good, wife of Gilbert Good, died at her husband’s home, at Stanley, at 4 a.m., on Tuesday, aged 38 years. She had been ill for several weeks, pneumonia finally developed with fatal results.
The deceased, who was a woman of beautiful and lovable character, is survived by her aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. William T. Kibler, of Stanley; by her sorrowing husband and five children- Floyd, Carl, Rachel, Edmond and Granville- the eldest being 18 years, and the youngest nine months old; by two brothers- Hubert L. Kibler, of Stanley, and A.V. Kibler, of Front Royal, and one sister, Mrs. Ollie Kailer, of Baltimore. She became the wife of Gilbert Good about nineteen years ago… For years she had been a communicant of the Stanley Baptist church. The funeral, which took place on Wednesday at the New School Baptist church, was conducted by Rev. J.R. Brown, the pastor, a large crowd being present.
Mrs. Ruth Good (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Feb 1915
IN MEMORIAM
The subject of this memorial, Mrs. Ruth Good, who departed this life in January, 1915, aged 38 years, five months and two days, was the devoted wife of our brother and neighbor, Gilbert Good, and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Kibler, of Stanley, Va.
Mrs. Sarah Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Mar 1918
DEATH OF MRS. NOAH GOOD
Mrs. Sarah A. Good, wife of Noah Good, a highly respected lady, died at her home two miles North of Stanley last Saturday morning about six o'clock from a complication of diseases. She had been in failing health for several years but was confined to her bed only a week or two before the end. Her condition was not regarded as critical and her death was sudden and unexpected...
Mrs. Good before marriage was a Miss Price, daughter of the late B.F. Price. Besides her aged husband she leaves nine children as follows: Edward, Oscar, and Odus Good, Mrs. Carrie Dinges, Mrs. Philip Stroop, Mrs. Willie Stroop, Mrs. Mayberry Blosser and Mrs. Wylie Purdham, all of this county and Mrs. Bernice Strickler, of Berryville, all of whom she lived to see reach the age of manhood and womanhood and marry. She also leaves one sister, Miss Jannie Price, and four brothers, D.M., J.W., H.H., and H.C. Price. She was 63 years, 6 months and 17 days old... The funeral services were conducted by Elder A.J. Painter, assisted by Rev. Mr. Earp, at the Adventist church on Monday and the remains laid to rest in the cemetery nearby.
William Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 May 1917
DEATH OF WM. GOOD
William Good, aged 55 years, died last Friday eveing at his home at Ingham, after an illness of about a year with heart trouble.
The deceased was respected by all who knew him. He was a member of the Faith Healers church.
He is survived by his wife, who was before marriage a Miss Turner.
The funeral services were held from his late home at 2 p.m., on Sunday, conducted by a minister of the Faith Healers, assisted by Rev. M.A. Ashby. Interment took place in the McAlister graveyard.
Mrs. Martha Gordon
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Aug 1911
Death From Pellagra
Mrs. Martha Gordon, widow of John Robert Gordon, an old lady formerly residing at Jollett’s, this county, died from pellagra, the new disease, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lizzie Haney, in Shenandoah, last Monday. We understand that she had been ill about a month…
Mrs. Gordon was the mother of Robert and Benjamin Gordon, and also leaves several daughters. Her funeral on Tuesday was conducted by Rev. John W. Jollett; interment at Jollett.
Thomas J. Graves
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Feb 1916
Stanley Column
Thomas J. Graves, Esq., (the notice of his death was in the paper last week) was buried at Graves Chapel Saturday. Rev. L.L. Lowance preached the funeral to a large congregation. Six of his nephews were pall bearers. He will be greatly missed, and any one needing legal advice was safe in taking his advice.
Amos Ashby Gray
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Feb 1919
DEATH OF A.A. GRAY
Amos Ashby Gray, aged about 40 years, died at his home in Pine Grove on Friday, January 31st, after a lingering illness with tuberculosis. He was a son of John W. Gray and was unmarried. His burial occurred the same day taking place in the John Gray graveyard nearby.
Mrs. Dory Gray
Page News & Courier, Friday 31 May 1918
DEATH NEAR MARKSVILLE
Mrs. T.F. (Dory) Gray died Sunday at her home near Marksville, aged 50 years, 3 months and 1 day. She had been confined to her bed for a year with stomach trouble and previously had been to the hospital without getting lasting relief... Mrs. Gray was a Miss Southard, a sister of O.B. Southard, of Wilmington, Del., formerly of Luray. Her husband and five children survive her. One of the children is a married daughter, Mrs. Amos Gray, the others being younger. The funeral which took place at Pine Grove Monday was conducted by Eld. J.M. Foster.
Jesse Gray
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Apr 1914
DIED
Jesse Gray, of near Marksville, son of Joe Mann Gray, deceased, died on Tuesday morning aged 20 years. His death was due to tuberculosis. His mother and one sister, a young woman about grown, survive him. The funeral which took place at the Episcopal church in Pine Grove Hollow on Wednesday evening was conducted by Rev. Arthur Campbell of Luray Interment in family grave yard.
John Gray
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Mar 1915
John Gray, an aged citizen of Pine Grove Hollow, near Marksville died Tuesday night from the effects of old age. He was about 83 years of age. He was a brother of Emanuel Gray and is survived by a widow and a large number of children including Mrs. Jennie Bailey, and Solon Gray, of Ashland, Ill., Erasmus Gray, of Martinsburg, Walter Gray, of Hambleton, W.Va., Samuel Gray, of Mt. Solon, Va., Ashby Gray, of California,
Mrs. Becky Gray, of Pottstown, Pa., and Noah Gray and Miss Annie Gray, of Marksville. His funeral took place in the Episcopal chapel in Pine Grove yesterday evening. Mr. Gray was a millwright by trade…
Mrs. John Gray
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Apr 1915
DEATH OF MRS. JOHN GRAY
Mrs. John H. Gray, aged about 80 years, died at her home in Pine Grove Hollow Wednesday from the effects of diseases incident to old age. Mrs. Gray’s husband preceded her to the grave about six weeks ago. Before marriage Mrs. Gray was a Miss Smith. She is survived by a number of children, including Mrs. Jennie Bailey, and Solon Gray, of Ashland, Ill., Erasmus Gray, of Martinsburg, Walter Gray, of Hambleton, W.Va., Samuel Gray, of Mt. Solon, Va., Ashby Gray, of California, Mrs. Becky Gray, of Pottstown, Pa. and Noah Gray and Miss Annie Gray of Marksville. Her funeral took place at 11 a.m. Thursday, conducted by Rev. Arthur Campbell. Interment took place in the Gray graveyard.
Mrs. Martha Gray
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Apr 1914
DEATH OF MRS. MARTHA GRAY
Mrs. Martha Gray, age about 75 years, died on Thursday morning at her home in Pine Grove. Mrs. Gray is survived by her husband and the following children: Misses Emma and Ida Gray, Mrs. William Weakley, Mrs. “Jebert” Cave and William, David and Amos Gray. Funeral will take place from her late residence at 2 p.m. today- Friday. Interment in the graveyard on the home place Rev. E.W. Brubaker will conduct the services.
Mrs. Mary Catherine Gray
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Aug 1920
DEATH OF MRS. GRAY
Mrs. Mary Catherine Gray, wife of Thomas G. Gray, died at her home near Stanley, last Friday, after a long illness of complication of diseases. She was in the 72d year of her age. She is survived by a number of children: Mrs. David Burner, of Luray being among the latter. Mrs. Purdham, of Stanley, whose husband was killed by a train in the railroad yards several years ago, also being a daughter. The other children are Mrs. Mart Purdham, of Shenandoah and Edward Gray.
She was a member of the Methodist church her funeral being conducted by Rev. Carroll H. Palmer, of Stanley, the burial taking place in Graves Chapel cemetery.
Mrs. Betsy Griffith
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 May 1913
DIED AT A GREAT AGE
Mrs. Betsy Griffith, widow of Daniel Griffith, died at her home in Shenk Hollow, near Kimball, yesterday from the effects of old age. It is believed that she was 100 years old, certainly 95 or upwards. She had long been feeble. Her only surviving children Martin and Miss Belle Griffith resided with her. She leaves one brother, James Shenk residing with his daughter, Mrs. Edgar Judd in Bedford county. Mrs. Griffith belonged to the Lutheran church many years. Her funeral which takes place at her late home at 2 o’clock this evening, will be conducted by Rev. J.A. Huffard.
Geneva F. Griffith
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Jan 1916
DEATH OF FORMER RESIDENT
Mrs. Genevah F. Griffith, wife of W.T. Griffith, of Manassas, Va., formerly of this county, departed this life Dec. 10, 1915. She had only been sick a few days with pneumonia. Her funeral was conducted at the home by Rev. Mark, of Nokesville, and interment took place at the Hazen graveyard near Manassas. She was married twice. Her first husband was James Eppard, of near Jolletts. Four children survive her by the first union viz., T.W. Eppard, of Jolletts, Va., John V. Eppard, of Hancock, Md., Mrs. Hettie Stanley, of Elkton, Va., and Lewis E. Eppard, of Independence Hill, Va. Surviving her by her last marriage are her husband and seven step children, viz., F.I. Griffith, Madison Run, Va., John L. Griffith, Manassas Va., Noah Griffith, Mrs. Gertie Ramey and Miss Frances Griffith, of Manassas, Va., and Mrs. Hester Gordon, of Neabisco, Va. She had taken three of her little grandchildren to raise, their mother having died several years ago.
James Griffith
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Feb 1914
DEATH OF JAMES GRIFFITH OF MISSOURI
James Griffith, of Mound City, Mo., a native of this county and well known in Page where he has frequently visited, died on Thursday the 19th, at the Sisters’ Hospital, St. Joseph, Mo., aged 74 years. We have not heard the cause of his death, but it is said he had been feeble for some time.
Mr. Griffith was born near Honeyville, this county, being a son of Samuel Griffith, deceased, who moved from here to Missouri. The family has been uniformly prosperous in their adopted home. The subject of this notice was a brother of Abram and Siram Griffith and Mrs. George Meters, of Holt county, Missouri. His first wife was a Miss Bowers, a sister of Isaac N. Bowers, of near Long, this county. By this union there survives a married daughter, Mr. Griffith;s second wife was Miss Jennie Kite, a daughter of A.J. Kite of John, deceased of Grove Hill, this county, and a sister of Jasper and James Kite, of Shenandoah City. There are no children by the last marriage. The widow survives.
Mr. Griffith was in Page county six years ago for the last time… He was the owner of a very fine farm near MoundCity for which he stated, more than once he had refused $200 an acre. Several years ago he retired from active farming and made his home in Mound City. He was a member of the Presbyterian church for years a consistent Christian and an upright and respected citizen. His funeral took place at New Liberty, Mo., on Saturday.
Mrs. Jane Griffith
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Oct 1915
DEATH OF MRS. GRIFFITH
Mrs. Jane Griffith, widow of Silas Griffith, died about 8 p.m., Sunday after a year’s illness with gangrene of the foot, aged 71 years.
Mrs. Griffith was a highly respected Christian lady… She had been for years a consistent member of Beth Eden Lutheran church.
Since the death of her husband she has continued to reside at the home place with her sister, Miss Caroline Heiston, who has made her home with her for a number of years.
She is survived by one daughter Mrs. Willis Fox; and two sons; David H. and Irwin Griffith and one brother and one sister, Samuel Heiston and Miss Caroline Heiston.
The funeral services were held from her late home at ten o’clock Tuesday morning, conducted by her pastor, Rev. P.L. Snapp. Interment took place in the Heiston graveyard.
Pendleton Griffith
Page News & Courier, Friday 6 Feb 1920
DEATH OF PENDLETON GRIFFITH
Pendleton Griffith, one of the links between the past and the present... died at his home some three miles east of Luray Thursday, January 29th, at 5:25 p.m. He was almost 33 years of age. He was a member of one of the oldest families of Page county, his parents being Adam and Barbara Griffith, of this county. Mr. Griffith had been a widower for 46 years, his wife having been Miss Barbara Heiston. He was a brother of the late Hamilton and Silas Griffith, and is survived by the following children: E.H. Griffith and Mrs. B.F. Glenn. Mr. Griffith was born within one hundred yards of where he died. The interment took place in the Heiston graveyard on the following day, the funeral services being conducted by Elder J.A. Racer, of the Dunkard church, there being no services at the home on account of the serious illness of his daughter Miss Gillie Griffith, who has since died...
Henry Clay Grimsley
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 May 1915
BURIAL AT INGHAM
Henry Clay Grimsley, a former resident of the Ingham neighborhood but for fourteen years past, of Martinsburg, W.Va., was buried at his old home, last Sunday. He was hurt at a lime quarry near Martinsburg, about a year ago and never recovered, his death being due to his injuries. Mr. Grimsley was 39 years old and a son of Joshua Grimsley, of this county. He leaves a widow who was a Miss Tappy. They had no children.
Mrs. Pamily Hackley
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 May 1918
DEATH OF MRS. HACKLEY
Mrs. Pamily A. Hackley, well known in Page county, where she has frequently been a visitor, died last Friday in Washington, D.C., where she had been living for several years. She was the widow of Thomas Hackley, who was prominent in the affairs of Rappahannock and other Eastern Virginia counties many years ago. She was about 73 years of age... Five children survived her. They are:- Kibler Hackley, Mrs. Mollie Rector, and Mrs. Glascock, of Prince William county, Mrs. Minnie Rector, of Washington, D.C., and Mrs. Virginia Payne, who resided at the old Hackley homestead in Rappahannock county. In addition to these children Mrs. Hackley leaves several step-children, among them Mrs. John S. Kibler, of Springfield, this county, and one brother, John W.H. Kibler of Luray, the last surviving member of the family. Her husband is buried at Gaines Cross Roads, and the interment of Mrs. Hackley was at the same place, it is supposed. She was a prominent member of the Old School Baptist church...
Mrs. Rebecca Ham
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jan 1917
DEATH OF MRS. HAM
Mrs. Rebecca Ham, aged 63 years, wife of J.V. Ham, of Mechanic street... died at 4 p.m., on Tuesday, December 26th, after an illness of over two years with cancer. She had been confined to her bed since last May...
... a consistent member of the Disciples church.
She is survived by her husband and two daughters: Mrs. Kemper Dadisman, of Shenandoah, and Mrs. Henry Fildes, of Denver, Col., all of whom have been at her bedside a great part of her long illness. Mrs. Fildes leaving for her home about six weeks ago. She is also survives by three brothers and one sister: John H.,D.W. and D.N. Cave, all of this county and Mrs. Charles D. Sloat, of Winchester, and the following half brothers: Ashby Cave, and Lee Cave, of West Virginia, Andrew Cave, of Luke, Md., Mrs. Annie Cave, of Cumberland, and Joseph Cave, of Illinois.
The funeral was held from her late home at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, conducted by Revs. Ballengee and Gibson, of Luray, and Baldwin, of Shenandoah. Interment took place in the Leaksville cemetery.
Philip C. Hammer
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Jan 1916
DEATH OF PHILIP C. HAMMER
Philip C. Hammer, aged 61 years, 10 months and three days, died at his home near Shenandoah on Monday, January 17th, after a lingering illness of long standing with tuberculosis.
Mr. Hammer had been a resident of Shenandoah for many years, moving there about the time the railroad was built, and had been an employee of the railroad up to the time of his health began to fail, about three years ago... Besides his widow, who was before marriage, Miss Mary W. Garrison, he is survived by eight children- five sons and three daughters: T.W. Hammer, of Baltimore; P.F. Hammer, of Roanoke; A.J., H.A. and A.T. Hammer of Shenandoah and Mrs. E.L. Kite of Nicholson, Pa., and Misses Hattie B. and Mary O. Hammer, of Shenandoah... He is also survived by his aged father Henry C. Hammer, of near Elkton and the following brothers and sisters: J.A. Hammer, of Luray, J. Ed Hammer and Mrs. Mary E. Rodgers and Misses Fannie and Phoenix Hammer, all of Elkton.
The funeral services took place at the Methodist church at Shenandoah at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, conducted by Rev. J.W. Wright, of the U.B. church, assisted by Rev. Baldwin. Services at the grave were conducted by the Masons. Interment took place in the cemetery adjoining the church.
William Hammer & Mrs. Jack Lamb
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
SHENANDOAH
Mrs. Jack Lamb and William Hammer, are among the recent deaths reported from Elkton. Mr. Hammer died at the Old Soldiers Home, Richmond.
William F. Harlow
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Feb 1918
DIED
William F. Harlow, of Shenandoah, this county, died last Friday after about a week's illness. Mr. Harlow who has been employed on public works for years, and was recently on a job at Aberdeen, Md., came home sick about a week before his death and rapidly grew worse... A widow who was a Miss Keyser of this county survives him with a large family of children... The funeral took place in the Disciples church on Sunday. Interment in the U.B. cemetery.
Mrs. Emma Frances Heiston
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Aug 1916
DEATH OF MRS. HEISTON
Mrs. Emma Frances Heiston, aged 63 years, 8 months and 5 days, wife of John J. Heiston, died at her home near Kimball on Tuesday after a lingering illness of several years during which time she has suffered five strokes paralysis.
… She was a member of Beahms Chapel Dunkard church for a number of years. Before marriage she was Miss Emma Frances Shaffer, daughter of Henry Shaffer, deceased.
Besides her husband she is survived by five children, four daughters and one son: Mrs. J.B. Comer, Mrs. Clifford Shenk, Mrs. Joseph Kibler and Dillard Heiston of this county, and Mrs. Otis Bradley, of Kearneysville, W.Va. She is also survived by two brothers and three sisters: Emanuel and Peter Shaffer, Mrs. Martin Printz, Mrs. George Griffith and Mrs. George Price, all of this county.
The funeral services were held at Beahm’s Chapel at 11 a.m., on Thursday, conducted by Eld. Joseph Foster and George W. Painter. Interment took place in the cemetery near the church.
Joseph Heiston (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 Oct 1914
DEATH OF JOSEPH HEISTON
Joseph Heiston, one of the oldest and most substantial citizen of the county, died at his home near Kimball late yesterday evening in his 95th year. He has been in declining health for several years and for a long time has been almost blind.
Mr. Heiston leaves one son Thomas C. Heiston, of Springfield, and four daughters, Mrs. David C. Buracker, of Springfield, Mrs. John Hopkins of Sperryville, Mrs. Bettie Atwood, of Vaughan’s Summit, and Miss Mary Jane Heiston, of near Kimball. He resided with his grandson Rumsey N. Heiston and his single daughter.
The deceased was a man of great industry and thrift and shrewd practical intellect. His integrity and honesty of purpose were proverbial and no one in his community was more looked up to and respected than he. He was a confederate veteran and did his duty in all the relations of life. At hour of going to press we cannot announce the hour of his funeral.
Joseph Heiston (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Oct 1914
DEATH OF PAGE COUNTY’S OLDEST MAN
Joseph Heiston was born November 8, 1821, and departed this life October 15, 1914, aged 92 years, 11 months and 7 days, thus having passed away Page county’s oldest male citizen…
His wife, who before marriage was a Miss Coffman, preceded him to the spirit land twenty-one years. He leaves to mourn their loss four daughters, as follows: Mrs. David C. Buracker, Mrs. John W. Atwood and Miss Mary Jane Heiston, all of this county, and Mrs. John Hopkins, of Rappahannock county, and one son, Thomas Heiston, of this county. Besides these he leaves several grand children, Rumsey Heiston, Hunter Heiston and Mrs. Joseph Bumgardner, all of Big Spring, this county…
Mr. Heiston was a Confederate veteran, a member of White’s famous Battalion, General Rosser’s Brigade. He was captured at Spottsylvan Court House May 12, 1864, and remained a prisoner till the war closed in ’65…
The funeral was conducted by Rev. R.H. Evans, pastor of Page Circuit, a very large congregation being present after which his mortal remains were laid to rest in the old family burying ground beside loved ones gone before to await the resurrection of the just.
George Henderson
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Jan 1914
Stanley
Death of Mr. Henderson
George Henderson, who had been sick several months with dropsy, died on Thursday night, the 15th of January, aged 75 years, 10 months, 19 days. His funeral was preached at Grave’s Chapel on Sunday morning by Revs. A.P. Boude and E.W. Brubaker, and his remains were buried by the side of his wife, who died a good many years ago, in what is known as the Basin. He was a consistent member of the M.E. church for a number of years. He leaves ten children- seven daughters and three sons, kviz.; William Henderson, of Baltimore, George at home, Seldon of Bardane, W.Va., Mrs. David Kite, of Grove Hill, Mrs. Ed Wolfersberger, Mrs. Ed Hutchinson, Mrs. Lester Pendergast, Mrs. T.O. Leake, Miss Virginia, all of Page and Mrs. John V. Kite, of Bardane, W.Va. In all there are 38 grand-children and two great-grandchildren to mourn his loss.
All were present at his funeral also his brother Frank Henderson, of Maryland.
Mr. Henderson came from Maryland during the Civil War. He was a brave Confederate soldier and married a daughter of Levi Lucas deceased.
Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Henderson
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Oct 1918
50 YEARS TOGETHER; IN DEATH NOT PARTED
There died at Ingham, this county, on October 2 and 3 a couple remarkable in many ways. Not often is the wish fulfilled that the husband's companion should follow him soon in death, fearing that she would be a care on others. But these facts describe the death of J.E. Henderson and wife, both old and honored. For a long time Mr. Henderson's often expressed desire was that the separation of himself and wife by death would be brief... objects of the tenderest solicitude of all who knew them. James Hilliard of Ingham, always seeing that they were the recipients of all the ordinary comforts of life. As stated Mr. Henderson's death occurred on October 2 and early in the morning hours of the following day Mrs. Henderson passed away. Mr. Henderson being 85 years of age, while his wife was only a few months younger. They had no children. Mr. Henderson was a well known Confederate veteran, having been a member of Company H., 33rd Regiment, Jackson's army. Their funeral was a double one and was attended by many friends, the services being conducted by Rev. B.J. Earp of the Christian church, of which faith had been long loved and honored members. The interment took place in the A.J. Kite graveyard on October 5th.
Nicholas W. Henlsey
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Jan 1917
Leaksville Column
Nicholas W. Hensley, a well known farmer, of Swift Run, Rockingham county, a brother of Mrs. Samuel Eppard, of near Leaksville, died Wednesday of pneumonia, aged 55 years. His wife was a daughter of the late Rev. Stephen Hensley. He leaves besides his wife four children, Mrs. Maude Shipp, of Furnace No. 2, and three at Swift Run. His surviving brothers and sisters are Samuel and John, of McGaheysville, Charles of Keezletown, Thomas, of Swift Run, Sol. J., of Elkton, Mrs. Ardena Eppard, Thoroughfare, Va., Mrs. Thos. Eaton and Mrs. Samuel Eppard. Mr. Hensley was a leading member of the U.B. Church.
Rev. Stephen Hensley
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Dec 1915
DEATH OF REV. STEPHEN HENSLEY
Rev. Stephen Hensley, aged 87 years, the oldest local preacher of the Methodist Church in Rockingham County, died Sunday morning at his home at Mount Pleasant five miles east of Elkton.
For several months, Mr. Hensley had been in ill health, caused principally from the infirmities of age. He spent eight weeks in University Hospital, Charlottesville where he was treated for Bright’s disease returning home a month ago.
Mr. Hensley became a member of the Methodist Church when a young man and about forty years ago was named a local preacher for that denomination. He was one of the best and most favorably known men of East Rockingham. He was in charge of the religious affairs in the mountainous portion of that county for more than two decades, and he won the highest respect for his unquestioned integrity.
Surviving him are his wife and eleven children.
Edward Homer Henry
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Sep 1918
EDWARD H. HENRY DEAD
Edward Homer Henry, died at his home near Bixler's Ferry, this county Sunday night, about 12 o'clock. He had been sick for sometime, though his illness did not assume a serious nature until a fewy days before his death... was possessed of a mechanical skill that rendered him a man whose ingenuity and mastery of various vocations will be sadly missed. As an artisan in the workmanship of wood and iron he had few equals, being able to convert these materials in their raw state into finished and beautiful articles. He was a son of Stephen (Buck) Henry and was born near the White House about 44 years ago. He is survived by a widow, father and several brothers and sisters.
His burial took place on Tuesday in the Henry grave yard near his home, the funeral services being conducted by Eld. Geo. W. Painter of the Dunkard church.
Mrs. Rebecca Henry
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 May 1917
DEATH OF MRS. HENRY
Mrs. Rebecca Henry, aged about 68 years, wife of "Buck" Henry, died at 11 p.m., on Monday at her home West of Shuler, after a month or more illness with pneumonia followed bny lung trouble.
Before marriage she was a Miss Lucas, of near Newport. The deceased was a member of the Dunkard church...
She is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. Charles Seal, Mrs. Otho Seal and Ed Henry, of this county, Mrs. John Clem of the Fort, and Luther Henry of Woodstock.
The funeral services were held at her late home at 2 p.m., on Wednesday, conducted by Eld. Walter Strickler. Interment took place in the family graveyard....
Mrs. Amanda Higgs
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Sep 1915
DEATH AT SHENANDOAH
Mrs. Amanda Higgs, widow of Jefferson Higgs, died at the residence of her daughter Mrs. David M. Gray in Shenandoah, at 11 p.m., on Tuesday, aged 82 years. Her death was due to old age and she had been very feeble for a year or more. Mrs. Higgs was the mother of Mrs. E.W. Spicer, Mrs. Emma Hanson, Charles A. Hiiggs and Mrs. D.M. Gray. She was a consistent member of the Lutheran church and highly respected by all who knew her. The funeral was held at the U.B. church at 2 p.m., yesterday, Rev. M.A. Ashby officiating.
Alvin Ray Hinton
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Feb 1914
DIED
Alvin Ray Hinton infant son of Mr. and Mrs. William T. Hinton near Luray, died on Thursday night the 5th from an attack of pneumonia from which he had been suffering only about twenty four hours... The funeral which took place on Saturday at Mt. Zion church was conducted by Elder Walter Strickler...
Wilmer & David Hinton
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
BROTHERS DIE AT SHENANDOAH
Wilmer Hinton, living a mile and a half from Shenandoah, a brother of David Hinton, whose death was reported in last week's News and Courier, died on Tuesday, aged about thirty years. He leaves a widow who was a daughter of James Breeden of Shenandoah. He was a son of Moses Hinton. The interment took place in Steam Hollow on Thursday.
Lafayette Hitt
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Feb 1919
Lafayette Hitt, died at his home near Elkton, Rockingham county, the latter part of January, He was in his 99th year and had almost lived in two centuries, the family being one of the oldest in Virginia. Mr. Hitt was the father of Mrs. Annie Sedwick of Luray and a brother of Charles O. Hitt, who is now seriously ill in this place.... the burial which took place in Elk Run cemetery, near Elkton....
__ Housden (son of Perry Housden)
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Mar 1913
Honeyville Column
Perry Housden lost one of his three little babies. The little boy passed away one day last week.
Benjamin Housden
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Apr 1918
STANLEY
Deaths
Benjamin Housden, aged about 29 years died April 12th from heart failure. He was in his barn milking his cows and his barn caved in from the heavy snow and it was such a shock to him and he died the next day.
Benjamin Housden
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Jan 1919
NEWPORT
Death of Benjamin Housden
The subject of this notice died at his home January 17, 1919, aged 33 years, 6 months and 15 days. He had been in ill health for more than a year, tuberculosis being the cause of his death. He leaves a widow and seven children, three brothers and one sister to mourn his loss. He was a member of the Regular Baptist church. Funeral services were conducted at the house by Elder J.E. Lee of Luray. The remains were interred in the family burying ground, there to await the resurrection morn.
Charles Housden
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Aug 1919
DEATH OF CHARLES HOUSDEN
Charles Housden, aged about 45 years, a respected citizen living near Honeyville, died on Monday. An injury to his back due to overlifting several years ago, finally resulted in fatal spinal trouble. He was taken to the hospital Thursday of last week but was brought back immediately as it was too late to do him any good. He leaves a widow who was a Miss Lucas and five children. The funeral which took place at Leak's Chapel on Monday was conducted by the Brethren.
Miss “Dude” Housden
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Aug 1915
Honeyville
Dude Housden was laid to rest on last Monday in the Housden grave yard, just a few hundred yards east of her home. There was a large crowd of surviving friends to mourn her loss. She leaves one brother, Perry Housden and one son. She was about sixty-two years old. Rev. M.A. Ashby preached the funeral to a large crowd.
Mrs. Elizabeth Housden
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Jan 1917
DIED
Mrs. Elizabeth Housden, widow of Tazewell Housden, died last Saturday at the home of her daughter Mrs. Minnie Kibler, near Honeyville, after eight or ten days illness with paralysis, aged sixty-nine years. Her husband, who was a valuable and respected citizen, died June 20, 1916.
Mrs. Housden was a Miss Jenkins before marriage. Mrs. George W. Short, of this county, is a surviving sister of the deceased. The following children survive Mrs. Housden: George, Otis and Oscar Housden; Mrs. Harvey Kibler, Mrs. Robert Housden and Mrs. Ben Dovel, all of this county.
The funeral and interment took place at the Adventist church on Monday, Rev. L.L. Lowance conducting the service.
... She had been a member of the Methodist church for twenty-nine years.
Jacob Housden
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Jun 1913
JACOB HOUSDEN KILLED
Jacob Housden, a section hand 38 years of age, was fatally injured while watching at one of the washouts south of Shenandoah City, about twelve o’clock last Saturday night, being struck by South bound freigh No. 97, while he was sitting asleep on the end of the ties. There was a fearful cut over his eye and his skull was fractured. He was taken to the hospital at Roanoke where he died on Tuesday, not having regained consciousness.
Ernest Foltz, a young man employed as fellow watchman, was with Mr. Housden when the accident occurred and warned him that the train was coming. The doomed man muttered some reply in his sleep, which satisfied Foltz that his warning had been heeded and the young man proceeded to take care of himself without further thought of his companion.
The dead man had been on constant duty after the storm and had lost a great deal of sleep.
Mr. Housden was an excellent citizen. He moved from the Newport neighborhood to Shenandoah several years ago buying residence property in the latter place. His widow who is a daughter of John Higgs, survives with several children. Mr. Housden belonged to the Dunkard church. His funeral took place on Wednesday. Interment in the U.B. cemetery at Shenandoah.
The deceased was a brother of Robert, John and Benjamin Housden and leaves several sisters.
Mrs. Victoria Housden
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 May 1915
DEATH OF MRS. HOUSDEN
Mrs. Victoria Hoousden, aged 17 years wife of Millard Housden, of Honeyville, died very suddenly last Saturday. Before marriage Mrs. Housden was a Miss Cubbage, daughter of Marshall Cubbage. She is survived by her husband, father, mother and several brothers and sisters. The funeral was preached by Eld. Joseph Foster and Rev. M.A. Ashby, on Sunday. Interment took place in the family graveyard at Honeyville.
Mrs. Amanda Huffman
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Jun 1917
DEATH OF A GOOD WOMAN
Mrs. Amanda Huffman, nee Fultz, was born near Newport, Page county March 29, 1846, and died at her home near Rileyville, June 15, 1917, aged 71 years, 3 months and 17 days.
She was the widow of the late Jos. M. Huffman, who preceded her to the grave several years... From childhood she had been a member of the Lutheran church...
Her funeral was conducted by her pastor Rev. M.A. Ashby, of Shenandoah...
She is survived by the following children: Mrs. David L. Printz, of Big Spring, Mrs. Edward Sours of Augusta county, Mrs. S.L. Walters, of Roxbury, Md., Mrs. Herry Hawkins, of Luray, and Miss Laura Huffman, at home and John D. Huffman, of Rileyville. She is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: John W. Fultz and Jacob P. Fultz, of Grove Hill, and David B. Fultz, of Crimora, Va., Mrs. Lee Kite, of Grove Hill and Mrs. Geo. W. Louderback, of Newport...
Isaac Huffman
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Apr 1916
DEATH OF ISAAC HUFFMAN
Isaac Huffman, aged 85 years, 6 months and 11 days, a highly respected citizen of the Long section died on Wednesday morning from dropsy and the ill effects of a fall which he had about two months ago at which time his hip was badly injured. He has resided for a number of years with his son, Walter Huffman, on the old Huffman place which formerly belonged to his father Chrisley Huffman, deceased, Mr. Huffman;s long life has been a very useful and energetic one. Until about two years ago he was able to do a good day’s work on the farm. The deceased is survived by the following sons and daughters: Walter, Joseph W., and Frank Huffman, Mrs. Jack Kite, Mrs. Thomas Dovel, and Mrs. Charles Sours, all of this county and one sister Mrs. Noah Painter, living near Stanley and one half sister, Mrs. Geo. Comer of Fauquier county. The funeral was conducted from his late home at 2 o’clock Thursday evening by Rev. George Cook, of the Luray Main Street Baptist church of which the deceased has been a consistent member for many years. Interment took place in the family graveyard on the place.
J. Frank Huffman
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 May 1919
DEATH OF VALUABLE CITIZEN
J. Frank Huffman, of the Hawksbill, died at 1 a.m., on Tuesday at the Charlestown (W.Va.) hospital, aged forty-seven years. The death of this progressive and public spirited farmer, in the prime of his life came as a great shock to the community...
Mr. Huffman was the son of David A. and the late Mrs. Julia Ann Huffman, of Grove Hill, in which neighborhood he grew to manhood and resided until abnout eight years ago when he sold his place and bought the John W. Stover farm two miles South of Luray on which he has resided ever since...
Frank Hughes
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Oct 1918
Death of Frank Hughes
Frank Hughes, a native of this county, died at a hospital in Harrisonburg, Pa., last Thursday, following only a few days illness with pneumonia. He was a well known railroad conductor, having reached this desirable position after a number of years of faithful service with the company... accompanying the body to Luray. The burial took place at Blainesville on Saturday. When his body left Pennsylvania his wife and several others were critically ill with disease which caused Mr. Hughes' death.
Lucy Hughes (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Jan 1919
DEATH OF MRS. HUGHES
Mrs. Lucy Hughes, widow of Herman Hughes, died at her home in Blainesville this county, last Sunday night. Her death was due to a lingering illness.
Lucy Hughes (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Jan 1919
In the death of Miss Lucy Hughes in Cavetown, this county, last week, one man and his two sons performed all the offices for the dead woman, preparing the body for burial, digging the grave etc. This was rendered necessary by the wholesale sickness in that section.
___ Jenkins (son of Albert)
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jan 1917
DEATH OF INFANT
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jenkins of Stony Man lost an eighteen month old son on last Friday after an illness with pneumonia, ersipelas and brain trouble. The child had been very ill for a month or more but its condition had considerably imprived prior to its death.
He is survived by his parents and his brother.
Albert Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Jan 1917
Albert Jenkins, a highly respected citizen living in the Smedly section near Sperryville, died Dec. 20th aged 72 years. He had been in declining health for several years but his death was sudden and unexpected. Mr. Jenkins was well known in Page county, especially among the Brethren. He was baptized in early life by Eld. John Racer... Besides his widow he leaves ten children as follows: Gideon, William, Saint, Frank and Walter Jenkins, Mrs. Richard Racer, and Misses Delia, Letitia and Nellie Jenkins, all of Rappahannock county. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. S.H. Flory, of Nokesville, and Abraham Racer of Luray, and the interment was in the family burying ground.
Arthur E. Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Feb 1919
DEATH OF ARTHUR E. JENKINS
Arthur Elmer Jenkins, aged 34 years, died at his home at Shenandoah on Wednesday after a short illness with flu, culminating in pneumonia. Mr. Jenkins was a son of the late Peter Jenkins of near Stanley and besides his wife, who was a daughter of John Good, of Stanley, is survived by his mother, Mrs. Annie Jenkins, and two sisters, Mrs. Mamie Hilliards and Mrs. Thos. Nauman, and one brother, Harry Jenkins (who at one time was a noted ball player) all of near Stanley. He had been an employee of the N. and W. R.R. for many years... His funeral was conducted by Rev. Mr. Rowe, of the U.B. church. Interment in the U.B. Cemetery.
Benjamin Jenkins (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Mar 1916
SHENANDOAH Column
Benjamin Jenkins an aged citizen living with his son Roland Jenkins on Cub Run near David A. Huffman;s died on Tuesday night, aged about 75 years. He had been blind and in feeble health for a long time. A number of grown children survive him. The Jenkins family moved to the Grove Hill neighborhood from near Marksville.
(Benjamin) Mr. Jenkins (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Mar 1916
Honeyville Column
Mr. Jenkins, known as Billy Jenkins was laid to rest at the Brick church last week. His age was 76 years 8 months and a few days. Elders Painter and Cave preached the funeral to a large crowd of sorrowing friends.
Mrs. Broaddus Jenkins (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Jan 1914
MARKSVILLE AND STANLEY
Mrs. Broaddus Jenkins, aged about 45 living above Kiblinger's store, died Tuesday of tuberculosis, and was buried yesterday in the Buracker graveyard, Rev. John Cave, conducting the services.
Mrs. Broaddus Jenkins (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 Jan 1914
Stanley Section Column
Mrs. Broaddus Jenkins died on Tuesday the 6th aged 67 years, she was a daughter of Johnson Weakley deceased. She had consumption, was a member of the M.E. Church South, for a number of years and was truly a good woman.
Mrs. Clarence Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Aug 1917
DIED
Mrs. Clarence Jenkins, aged 19 years, died at her home in Jewell Hollow at 1 p.m., on last Sunday after a short illness. The deceased was a granddaughter of Abram Smelser. She is survived by her husband and one child five months old. The funeral services were held at Morning Star church at 2 p.m., on Monday, conducted by Eld. Joseph Foster, of the Brethren church, of which the deceased was a member. Interment took place in the church graveyard.
Mrs. Fannie Jenkins (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Sep 1919
LEAKSVILLE
Mrs. Fannie Jenkins, an aged lady who had been making her home with her son, Eld. J.B. Jenkins at this place departed this life Sunday, Sept. 21st from infirmities due to old age. She was the widow of W.H. Jenkins who preceded her to the grave some years ago. She died at the ripe old age of 71 years, 11 months and 26 days... She was the mother of three children, two of them preceding her to the grave a number of years ago, while the other Eld. J.B. Jenkins survives her. Aunt Fannie united with the Old School Baptist church at Alma in November, 1910. Her funeral was conducted at the house of her pastor, Eld. R.H. Pittman of Luray. Her remains being interred in the family burying ground near Alma. She is also survived by one brother Peter Painter, (of John) and one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Nauman, both of Stanley...
Mrs. Fannie Jenkins (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Sep 1919
DEATH OF MRS. JENKINS
Mrs. Fannie Jenkins, widow of William H. Jenkins, died Sunday at the home of her son, Eld. John B. Jenkins, near Alma, this county, aged seventy-one years. She had been in declining health for a number of years... Her husband died seven years ago, Mrs. Jenkins leaves one brother, Peter Painter, of John, one sister, Mrs. J.M. Nauman, both of Stanley. Her home was made with her only child, Eld. John B. Jenkins. The funeral which took place on Tuesday was conducted by Eld. R.H. Pittman, at the late home of the deceased, the interment taking place in the old family graveyard near M.V.B. Painter's. Mrs. Jenkins had been a member of the Primitive Baptist church since 1910...
Mrs. Flora Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Sep 1916
Stanley
DIED
Mrs. Flora Jenkins, wife of James Jenkins, of Jordon Hollow, died Monday and was buried in the family graveyard Tuesday, Rev. Gibson, of the Episcopal church preached her funeral. She was a very estimable lady, and was beloved by all who knew her. She was 56 years, 11 months and 9 days old. She leaves a broken hearted husband, four sons, Reginald, Earl, Homer and Glenn and three daughters, Misses Effie, Muriel and Irene, and an aged mother in her 86th year, to mourn her loss.
Lester Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Mar 1919
STANLEY
Lester, 14 month old son of "Boss" Jenkins died at the home of his parents in Pine Grove on March 22nd. The cause of death was due to influenza and attendent complications.
Mrs. Martha A. Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Mar 1916
The Shenandoah county papers report the death on Feb. 24, of Mrs. Martha A. Jenkins, of Woodstock, aged 85, who was born at Big Spring in Page county. Her first husband, Col. Wright was killed in the civil war. Her second husband was Banks Jenkins who died in 1901. She is survived by three children, all by the last marriage, viz.; Mrs. Wm. Laughtin, and Ira Jenkins, of Woodstock, and William T. Jenkins, of New Market.
Nora Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 May 1918
Morning Star
Died
Nora, the twelve year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jenkins, departed this life on May 12, 1918, after two years of untold suffering. She joined the Morning Star church a little more than a year ago.
Her body was carried by six girls and laid to rest in Morning Star cemetery. No funeral was preached on account of measles and whooping cough...
Mrs. Sarah Catherine Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Feb 1915
LEAKSVILLE
Death of Mrs. Jenkins
Mrs. Sarah Catherine Jenkins, wife of William Jenkins, a highly respected citizen of the Mill Creek neighborhood died at her home Saturday evening after an illness of about a week with pneumonia… The deceased has been a consistent member of the Mt. Zion Dunkard church for many years. Besides her husband she is survived by the following children: Mrs. Hiram Dofflemoyer and I.N. Jenkins, of Page county and Mrs. I.N. Painter, of Frederick county. Several brothers and sisters also survive. The deceased was born July 7th, 1843, and was 72 years, 7 months and 13 days of age at her death. The funeral which took place at the Leaksville Christian church on Monday was conducted by Elds. D.N. Spitler and Joseph Foster… the body was laid to rest in the Leaksville Cemetery.
Mrs. Sarah Catherine Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Feb 1915
DEATH OF MRS. WM. JENKINS
Mrs. Sarah Catherine Jenkins, wife of William Jenkins, of Howard, died at her home near Long, on Saturday after a week’s illness of typhoid pneumonia, aged 72 years, 5 months and 12 days. The deceased, who was a highly respected lady and a consistent member of the Dunkard church for many years, was a daughter of William Printz, deceased, of near Ida, this county. She was married to Mr. Jenkins at the home of G.W. Broyles during the war. She leaves two brothers- James F. Printz, of near Ida; and William P. Printz, of Culpeper county, and one sister, Mrs. Martha Lillard, of Nethers, Madison county. She is also survived by her aged husband and three children, viz: I.N. Jenkins, of Long, Mrs. H.J. Dofflemoyer, two miles north of Luray, and Mrs. I.N. Painter, of Frederick county.
The funeral, which took place in the Christian church at Leaksville on Monday morning, was conducted by Elders D.N. Spitler and J.M. Foster, of the Brethren church, in the presence of many friends and neighbors. Her remains were interred in the Leaksville cemetery.
W. N. Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 May 1914
LEAKSVILLE
Death of W.N. Jenkins
W.N. Jenkins, a well known and greatly esteemed citizen of this county, died at his home at this place on last Sunday, aged 48 years, 8 months and 20 days. His death was due to a complication of diseases... Mr. Jenkins has been for 26 or 27 years an active member of the Christian church at this place... The deceased was twice married, his first wife was Miss Lula Rodgers, daughter of Joseph Rodgers who died many years ago. He leaves the following children, by his first wife: two sons, and two daughters, Misses Lillian and Catherine, and Samuel and Garland Jenkins. His second wife, who survives him, was Miss Mattie Foster, daughter of Eld. Joseph Foster of near Luray. The following children by this wife survive him: Misses Lillian, Eva and Marie and one son, Willie. All the children reside at the home place. He also leaves an aged father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. William Jenkins, of Long and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. I.N. Painter, of Stephens City and Mrs. Hiram Dofflemoyer and Newton Jenkins, of Leaksville. The funeral services were held at Leaksville church on Tuesday at 11 a.m., conducted by Rev. R.L. Williamson, of this place, and Elder D.N. Spitler, of Long, after which the body was laid to rest in the Leaksville cemetery...
William Howard Jenkins
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Sep 1916
DEATH OF W.H. JENKINS
William Howard Jenkins, a highly respected citizen living near Long this county, died on Tuesday aged seventy-nine. He had been in declining health several years but had been confined to his bed for only a week. His wife who was Miss Sarah Catherine Printz, preceded him to the spirit land eighteen months ago. He is survived by the following children: Mrs. Hiram J. Dofflemoyer, who resided with him, I.N. Jenkins, of Long, and Mrs. I.N. Painter of Stephens City. Another son W.N. Jenkins the plasterer died a few years ago.
The deceased was a native of Page county. During the war he was employed by Peter B. Borst on contract work for the Confederate government. He was an industrious and inoffensive citizen. About a year ago he connected himself with the Brethren church and was a sincere believer. A few days before he died he was visited by B.F. Long, of Frederick county, who at the sick man’s request read to him the second chapter of James, a passage of Scripture that gave him great comfort and consolation during his last hours and which he had posted up in his workshop.
The funeral which took place at the Leaksville Christian church at 3 p.m. on Wednesday was conducted by Eld. George W. Painter. He was buried beside his wife in the cemetery by the house of worship.
Mrs. Victoria Jenkins (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Apr 1915
DEATH OF MRS. D.M. JENKINS
Mrs. Victoria Jenkins wife of David M. Jenkins residing North of Stanley died at 3 p.m., on Wednesday aged 34 years. Death was due to pellagra, the new disease with which she had been afflicted for a long time. She went to the hospital some time ago but without getting relief. Her health had been failing for several years. She was a daughter of Philip Foltz and is survived by two sisters, Miss Mollie Foltz and Mrs. Jennie Wilson. Besides her sorrowing husband to whom she was married seventeen years ago she leaves four children. A son was drowned four or five years ago from which time the mother’s health is said to have begun to fail, Mrs. Jenkins was highly esteemed by all who knew her. She had been a consistent member of the Adventist church for fifteen years.
Mrs. David Jenkins (Victoria) (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 May 1915
NORTH STANLEY
Mrs. David M. Jenkins was buried at the Adventist cemetery last Friday at 11 o’clock. The services was conducted by Elder A.J. Painter. Her age was 33 years, 8 months and 25 days.
Mahlon Johnson
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Jun 1915
Locals
Mahlon Johnson, colored, aged 76, died at Blainesville last Friday. Several months ago he had one foot amputated on account of gangrene. He was buried on Saturday.
Mrs. Elizabeth Jollett
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Feb 1917
DEATH OF MRS. JOHN W. JOLLETT
Mrs. Elizabeth Jollett, widow of Rev. John W. Jollett, of Jolletts, this county, died on Wednesday after a long and lingering illness, aged about eighty years.... Mr. Jollett died the 18th of last October... Three children of Mr. and Mrs. Jollett survive Mrs. T.W. Meadows, of Jollett, John B. Jollett, of Sparrows Point, Md., and Charles Jollett, of Portsmouth. Mrs. Jollett was a Miss Smith, of Naked Creek. She was a member of the Methodist church for many years...
The time for the funeral had not been set yesterday afternoon.
Rev. John W. Jollett
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Oct 1916
DEATH OF REV. JOHN W. JOLLETT
Rev. John W. Jollett, a venerable local Methodist preacher, died at his home at Jolletts, this county, Wednesday night, aged eighty-five tears. Mr. Jollett had been in excellent health until a year or two ago, when heart disease began to trouble him a great deal. He was conscious till the last and spoke comforting words to the loved ones around him…
Mr. Jollett was well known and much loved by the people in the upper end of the county and East Rockingham among whom he had ministered spiritually for a great many years… He was thrifty in his habits and besides his little farm at Jolletts owned four dwellings at Shenandoah where he resided until a few years ago. At one time he was a corporation school trustee. Three children survive him, Mrs. T.W. Meadows, of Jolletts, John B. Jollett of Sparrows Point, Md., and Charles Jollett, of Portsmouth, Va., all of whom are expected to be at the funeral. The remains will be buried in the graveyard near the late home of the deceased. At this hour the time for the funeral has not been set.
Fred Jones
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Dec 1915
MAUCK
Fred L. Jones, 21 years old, a woodsman, was killed at Bemis today when the rehaul chain of a steam skidder slipped from a stump to which it had been anchored and catching Jones, hurtled him 300 feet down the mountain. The body was taken to Elkins and will be sent to the home of his father, George Jones, at Stanley, Va.- Baltimore Sun, Dec. 21st.
Mrs. Isaac Judd
Page News & Courier, Friday 31 Jan 1919
DEATH OF MRS. ISAAC JUDD
Mrs. Isaac Judd, died at her home near Beahm's Gap on Tuesday, January 28th. Mrs. Judd had been in feeble health for some time having been paralyzed about a year past and several weeks ago she developed influenza... Mrs. Judd was in her 35th year and before her marriage was a Miss Jenkins, daughter of Francis Jenkins, of the same neighborhood. She is survived by her husband and six small children and the following sisters: Mrs. Samuel Judd, Mrs. David Judd, Mrs. Samuel Grandstaff, Mrs. Marvin Bradley and Mrs. Bailey Berry and one brother Clarence Jenkins, all of Page.
Mrs. Isabella Angeline Judd
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Apr 1913
Death of Mrs. Angeline Judd
Mrs. Isabella Angeline Judd, of near Kimball, died at 11:55 a.m., on Tuesday, aged 80 years, 9 months and 23 days. She had been very ill for several weeks and failing in strength for years.
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Mrs. Judd was born at the old homestead of her father, Adam Shenk, where her brother, B.W.F. Shenk, now resides. She was married to Samuel Judd in 1857, her husband passing away December 11, 1886. For many years she has resided at her present residence, near the Brick church, with her brother, Marion Shenk. Besides the two brothers named above she leaves a son and daughter: T.A.T. Judd, of Washington, D.C., and Mrs. I. Thomas Bradley, of Luray, Va., and a step-daughter, Mrs. L.C. Kibler, of Kimball.
Since her earliest years she had been a member of the Lutheran church…
Mrs. Judd’s funeral, which will take place at Bethlehem church, near Kimball this (Friday) evening at 2 o’clock, will be conducted by her pastor, Rev. J.A. Huffard. He remains will be interred in the old family burying ground, and it is safe to say that there will be many sincere mourners around her grave.
John R. Judd
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Feb 1915
DEATH OF JOHN R. JUDD
John R. Judd aged 79 years one of the most highly respected and substantial citizens of the Kimball section died last Friday, after an illness of several weeks with dropsy and hear trouble. Mr. Judd has been in failing health since an attack of pneumonia about a year ago.
He was a son of John Judd, deceased and was born at the old Judd home place on top of the Blue Ridge. Mr. Judd was married twice. His first wife who died many years ago was a Miss Beahm, sister of B.F. Beahm, deceased, of the Ridge. His last wife who survives him was a Miss Shenk, daughter of Martin Shenk, deceased. Besides his widow he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. P.S. Batman, of Shenk Hollow neighborhood and Miss Zula Judd at home and one son Samuel Judd, of Hagerstown, all of whom were present at the funeral. He is also survived by one brother Benjamin Judd, of the Kimball section.
Mr. Judd was a Confederate soldier, a member of White’s Batallion . It is said by all his comrades that he made a very fine soldier. He has been a life long resident of the Kimball section…
The funeral which was conducted by Elder George Painter was held at Beahm’s Chapel Brethren church of which denomination Mr. Judd had been a member for many years, at 11 o’clock Sunday morning. Interment took place in the Mrs. Angeline Judd grave yard near the Brick church.
Joseph Judd
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Apr 1913
Died
Joseph Judd, a highly respected citizen living one mile East of Kimball, died at one o’clock a.m. yesterday morning, aged fifty-six years. Mr. Judd had been in failing health for ten or twelve years bur had been much worse the last month or two. A widow, who was a Miss Fincham, of Rappahannock county survives him with three little children, one boy and two girls, ranging from about five to ten years in age. He leaves the following sisters; Mrs. Frank Beahm and Charles Judd, of Harrisonburg, Mrs. James I. Mauck, of the River and Mrs. Frank Shenk, of near Kimball. The deceased had been a consistent member of the Dunkard church for a number of years. He was a kind friend and neighbor and a devoted and indulgent husband and father. His funeral will be conducted by the Brethren at Beahm’s Chapel at 2 o’clock this (Friday) afternoon.
Mrs. Maida Judy
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Aug 1913
DEATH OF MRS. FRANK JUDY
Mrs. Maida Judy, wife of Frank P. Judy, of Marksville, died after a long illness at her former home, Charlottesville, Va., on Wednesday, aged about 26. She is survived by her husband and two small children. Her maiden name was Gianninny. She is survived by one or both of her parents. Interment at Charlottesville.
Reuben Judy
Page News & Courie,r Friday 14 Dec 1917
DEATH OF REUBEN JUDY
Reuben Judy, of Stanley, an old and honored resident passed away yesterday evening at the ripe age of 84 years. His strength had been declining for a long time and a few weeks ago he was compelled to take to his bed. He leaves one daughter, Miss Flora Judy and two sisters, Mrs. Dr. Blakemore, of Stanley, and Mrs. George Koontz, of Honeyville. His wife who was a Miss Petefish, died about twelve years ago... a consistent member of the Lutheran church. Details of his funeral had not been arranged yesterday evening when his death was reported.
Berryman Keyser
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Oct 1916
DEATH OF BERRYMAN KEYSER
Berryman Keyser, a highly respected citizen of the Newport section died at about 12 o’clock last Friday night, aged 60 years, 1 month and 8 days, after an illness of only about thirty-six hours with acute appendicitis, though his death is attributed to a weak heart.
Mr. Keyser was taken sick on Thursday but his condition was not considered serious until a few hours before the end came.
About two hours before he died he asked to get up and walked to the door where he collapsed but later revived, for a short time.
Mr. Keyser was a son of James Harvey Keyser, deceased. He was born and has lived all his life in the Newport section. Until the last few years when his health began to fail, he had been a successful farmer and was loved and respected by all.
The deceased had been a consistent member of the Lutheran church for over forty years.
He is survived by his wife, who before marriage was Miss Jennie Huffman, daughter of Albert Huffman, deceased, and two sons and one daughter: John B. and Sylvester Keyser, of Honeyville and Mrs. Peter Keyser, of Rileyville. He also leaves three brothers and one sister: William H. and Charles T. Keyser, and Mrs. James Kibler of this county and J.P. Keyser, of Perry, Okla.
The funeral services were held at Alma Lutheran church at 2 p.m., on Sunday, conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby, of Shenandoah.
George W. Keyser
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Nov 1918
DEATH OF GEORGE W. KEYSER
George W. Keyser, of near Stanley a respected and worthy citizen, who has been in feeble health for a long time following an attack of paralysis died on Wednesday night, aged about sixty-five years. Mr. Keyser never married. He leaves three sisters Misses Lizzie and Mattie Keyser and Mrs. James T. Phillips, of Stanley.
Mr. Keyser followed his trade of shoemaker until his health failed about five years ago. His funeral took place today.
John William Keyser
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Oct 1917
DEATH OF JOHN W. KEYSER
John William Keyser was born at Marksville, Va. April 13, 1847, and died at the University Hospital at Charlottesville, October 18, 1917. aged 70 years, 6 months and 5 days. He was twice married- first to Miss Christiana Tutwiler, to whom were born five children, one died in infancy, Charlie died at the age of 20 years, Ella died at the age of 22 years, and two daughters, Mrs. Anna Fox and Miss Bessie Keyser survive him.
His second marriage was to Miss Mollie E. Kibler, with whom he lived happily for 25 years...
Brother Keyser united with the Methodist church at the age of 19 years... He leaves to mourn their loss, a devoted wife, two daughters, one brother, two sisters and a host of friends.
... He was for thirty years a school teacher and taught three generations of the people who attended his funeral.. steward, trustee, Sunday school superintendent, teacher, etc... He was the trusted secretary of the East Rockingham and Page Mutual Fire Insurance Company... He was one of the most regular and interesting correspondents of the Page News and Courier...
...
He was buried at Graves Chapel on Sunday the 21st inst...
Walter E. Keyser
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Aug 1919
INGHAM
Died
Walter E. Keyser, son of Hubert Keyser, died Tuesday, July 29, 1919, at 10 a.m. at the home of his sister, Mrs. Frank Barron, 1027 Lamont St., Washington, D.C., aged 20 years, 11 months and 29 days. He was a brakeman on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in Cumberland but had been a patient in the University hospital, Baltimore since April but was removed to the home of his sister a week before he died.
Funeral services were conducted Thursday, interment in the Congressional Cemetry, Washington. Mr. Keyser was a grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Keyser, of Ingham. He is survived by the following sisters and one brother: Mrs. W.J. Hilliards, Newark, N.J., Mrs. B. Van Riper, New York, N.Y., Mrs. F.E. Barron, Washington, D.C., and Earl Keyser, Cumberland, Md.
William H. Keyser
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Sep 1919
DEATH OF WM. H. KEYSER OF INGHAM
William H. Keyser dropped dead Saturday, September 13, 1919, at 10 a.m., aged 78 years, 8 months and 21 days. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Sarah Keyser and the following children: Hubert of Richlands, Va., Mrs. Chas. Casteel, of Johnstown, Pa., Mrs. Robert Rundenberg, Portland, Oregon, James W. Keyser, of Shenandoah, Va., David E., of Castleton, Va., Thos R. Keyser and Mrs. Charles Miller Cumberland, Md.
His death was due to heart trouble...
William Newton Keyser (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Jul 1914
WILLIAM NEWTON KEYSER KILLED
A dispatch from Cumberland, Md., on Wednesday says:
"William Newton Keyser, 25 years old, was struck by a Baltimore and Ohio passenger train at Patterson Creek, seven miles east of here, early this morning. He died from his injuries while en route to the hospital here. A brother, John Keyser, resides at Hagerstown, and another brother, Robert Keyser, in this city. The body will be sent to his home in Ingham, Page Co., Va., where his mother resides."
Mr. Keyser, who had gone to Cumberland to hunt work only a few days before, was a son of Simeon Keyser, deceased, of Ingham, this county. He was a single man and is survived by his mother and two sisters of this county. Funeral services will be held at Ingham today (Friday) at 2 o'clock.
William Newton Keyser (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Jul 1914
Honeyville
Newton Keyser son of J.S. Keyser deceased, was laid to rest by the side of his father last Friday in the grave yard at East Liberty... The funeral was conducted by a U.B. brother. I did not learn his name.
Mrs. Jennie Kibler
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 May 1915
DEATH OF MRS. KIBLER
Mrs. Jennie Kibler, wife of J.W.H. Kibler, died at her husband’s home in Luray, at 11 o’clock, Wednesday aged 67 years. Her health had been poor for five years past, and became critical a few months ago. About two months ago her daughters, Misses Zada and Cora, professional nurses in Washington, D.C., took her to that city, where she was given the most excellent hospital and specialist treatment without lasting benefit. Her death was due to a complication of diseases…
Mrs. Kibler was greatly esteemed in this community for her many virtues. She was a Miss Comer, of Edinburg, and leaves one sister Mrs. J.E.L. Cooper, of Mt. Jackson, mother of Mrs. J. Thomas Rothgeb, of Luray. In her girlhood Mrs. Kibler attended school at Luray afterwards marrying Mr. Kibler, of this county. The family lived at Hamburg till their removal to Luray a few years ago.
The deceased is survived by her husband and the following children: Misses Zada and Cora Kibler, of Washington, D.C., Mrs. W.M. Davis of Martinsburg, W.Va., Miss Katie Kibler, of Luray, Claude Kibler, of Elkton, Md., William H. Kibler, of near Luray, Bertram A. Kibler, of Linville, Va., and Oscar Kibler, of Rising Sun, Md.
The funeral which will take place at the home at 3 p.m. today will be conducted by Rev. W.H. Ballengee. Interment in Green Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Martha Kibler
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Aug 1920
DEATH OF MRS. KIBLER
Mrs. Martha A. Kibler, died at her home at Springfield last Friday about noon, after an illness of several years.... her 78 years covering periods in the dark days before the Civil War and the 55 years that have witnessed the time of rebuilding since those unhappy days. Before her marriage she was a Miss Kibler, being a daughter of the late Jacob Kibler, and was born near Kimball, July 23, 1842. Her brothers were the late Albin N. Kibler, Willis D. Kibler, Jacob C. Kibler and I.N. Kibler, the sisters being Mrs. Delilah Coffman, Mrs. Isaac Williams and Mrs. Isaac A. Keyser. Though most of her lfie was spent in this county, Mrs. Kibler and family lived for fifteen or twenty years in Warren county, living near the town of Ninevah, where she connected herself with the Regular Baptist church... She was the widow of Simeon Kibler, who is said to have been a native of Warren county... The following children survive her: Mrs. Nannie Foster, Winchester; I.E. Kibler and Miss Martha Kibler, at home; A.D. Kibler, Big Spring, this county; W.M. Kibler, Warren county; Mrs. Carrie Pomeroy, Front Royal; and Lester S. Kibler, at Boyce, Clarke County... the funeral last Saturday, conducted by Elder John Huff the interment taking place in the old Kibler burial ground on Dr. E.G. Brumback's farm near Big Spring.
Pendleton Kibler
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Mar 1920
DEATH OF P.D. KIBLER
... Pendleton D. Kibler, whose death occurred on Monday morning at his home near Hamburg, this county.... He was not obsessed with modern things, following closely the ways of former times, believing them to be Nature's ways. Until recent years his vigorous manhood had enabled him to conduct his farming operations unaided, but in later times this work had been left to others, though in its supervision he gave close and intelligent care. Mr. Kibler was born in the Kimball section of this county, his father being the late David Kibler and his mother before marriage being a Miss Rickard. The deceased was a half brother of John W.H. Kibler, of Luray, and in addition to his aged widow is survived by the following children: David A., Trenton O., and John P. Kibler, Mrs. A.T. Rickard and Mrs. Byron Shenk, all of them living in this county, Mrs. Edward Dofflemoyer, of Hagerstown, and Mrs. W. Lee Strickler, of Lake Bay, Washington. Mr. Kibler's death was the first to occur in his immediate family. The interment took place on Tuesday afternoon in the family burying ground near his home, where one grand child is buried. Mr. Kibler reached his 84th birthday in January. The funeral services were conducted by Elder Reuben T. Strickler.
William T. Kibler
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Jan 1919
DEATH OF WILLIAM KIBLER
William T. Kibler died at his home in Stanley at five o'clock, December 30th, 1918 in the 74th year of his age. The immediate cause of his death was paralysis. He joined the Methodist church, South in his youth and lived a consisent Christian life... His father lived at Springfield where he was brought up. He has one brother, John S. Kibler and one sister, Mrs. Virginia Brunk.
On December 8, 1870 he was married to Mary F. Racer the daughter of the late Abraham Racer. His wife and three children survive: Hubert L. Kibler, of Stanley; A. Vernon Kibler, of Luray, and Mrs. Ollie Taylor, of Baltimore. There are eighteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren living.
He served two years in the Civil war in Co. E., White's Battalion, which was under the command of H.M. Strickler...
His funeral was preached at Marksville church by Rev. H.M. Strickler, on December 31, 1918 and his remains were deposited in the cemetery near by to await the resurrection of the just.
W.T. Kirtley
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Sep 1916
DEATH OF FORMER CITIZEN OF SHENANDOAH
W.T. Kirtley, a well known employee of the Roanoke Machine Works, died Friday afternoon at his home in that city. Mr. Kirtley had been in ill health for several years, but death resulted from paralysis, which developed Sunday morning.
Mr. Kirtley was well and favorably known at the machine works. He went to Roanoke from Shenandoah City, 20 years ago and began work in the construction department of the Norfolk & Western shops. About nine years ago an accident in the shops so injured Mr. Kirtley that it was necessary to amputate one of his arms. He never entirely recovered from the accident.
Mr. Kirtley is survived by his widow and the following children: Mrs. Mary Grossnickle, Mrs. George Giesen, Misses Mattie and Irene Kirtley, W.F. Kirtley and Mrs. Moman Wheeler, of Roanoke, and Byrd Kirtley, of Shenandoah City and the following brothers and sisters: Daniel Kirtley, of Keyser, W.Va., James Kirtley, of Hot Springs, Va.; Mrs. Slaughter, of Fletcher, Va.; Mrs Evaline Herrington, of Gordonsville, Va., Mrs. Eliza Snow, of Dyke, Va., and Mrs. Bettie Jerrell of Fletcher, Va.
His body was taken to Shenandoah City Sunday where interment was made in the Methodist cemetery.
Ambrose H. Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Aug 1916
SUDDEN DEATH OF AMBROSE KITE
Ambrose H. Kite, a native of this county, died quite suddenly of apoplexy at his home in Perry, Oklahoma, on the night of July 27, 1916. The following extract relative to his death is copied from the Perry Daily Sentinel of July 28th.
“The people of Perry were greatly shocked this morning when the news of the death of A.H. (Bob) Kite was circulated throughout the city.
He worked yesterday on the Lindeman building of which he and his partner Allen Knox were the contractors, but to some one about the building he complained of a pain in his breast.
His son Seth called him this morning about 7 o’clock. As he had not come for breakfast at 9 o’clock someone went to his room to inquire as to the reason and found him dead.
Mrs. Kite and daughter Mrs. Paul Harding are in Colorado, but were supposed to have left Denver yesterday for home. Casper is in Eureka, Kan., Seth being the only one of the immediate family remaining at home.”
The deceased was the second son of the late Hiram Kite, and wife (Areannah Henkel) of Page county, Va., Soon after the flood of 1870 he moved with is parents to Missouri. Mr. Kite was about 64 years old, and was twice married. It will be recalled that Mr. Kite and wife (formerly Miss Maggie Taylor) paid their relatives in Shenandoah and Page counties a visit since he removed west 38 years before.
Mr. Kite built the Masonic Temple at Lyons, Mo., at a cost $150,000…
Mrs. Clarinda Jane Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Apr 1917
DEATH OF MRS. A.J. KITE
Mrs. Clarinda Jane Kite, aged 66 years, 2 months and 2 days, died suddenly with apoplexy at 1:30 a.m., Sunday, after an illness of several years, during which time her health has gradually declined. The deceased was the wife of A.J. Kite, deceased, who preceded her to the grave about 12 years ago.
... The deceased had been a member of the Lutheran church since early childhood. She was reared in this county. Before marriage she was Miss Clarinda Kite a daughter of James Kite, deceased. Her death occurred at the home place near Grove Hill, where she has resided for the past fifty years. She is survived by eleven children as follows: Mrs. James Griffith and Mrs. Cora Lower, of Missouri, Mrs. Elby Strickler, of Gordonsville, Mrs. Wesley Printz, of Shenandoah City, Mrs. W.V. Petefish, of Stanley and Miss Eliza Kite at home, Jasper L., Thomas and James Kite, of Shenandoah City, and O.L. and Hunter Kite at home. Another son Hubert Kite was killed two years ago by being kicked by a horse. She is also survived by three brothers and one sister, Jackson Kite, of Culpeper county, Solon Kite, of Augusta county, David Kite, of Grove Hill and Mrs. William Koontz, of near Shenandoah.
The funeral services were held at the Grove Hill church at 2 p.m., on Monday conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby...
Daniel Kite (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Sep 1916
MAN KILLED BY TRAIN AT GROVE HILL
Daniel Kite, aged about 45 years was killed Monday morning about 2:30 by train No. 83. He got up about 2:15 to go to Shenandoah to catch No. 1 passenger train to go to his work at Buchanan. Wm. Morris in going to his work at Shenandoah found him near the mile post south of that place, but did not recognize him. After day light some one else identified him and notified the family. A coroner’s inquest was held. He was buried Tuesday at Grove Hill church. His funeral was preached by Rev. M.A. Ashby. He leaves a wife and three children. He was a kind father and good neighbor.
Daniel Kite (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Sep 1916
HORRIBLE DEATH
Daniel Kite, aged about 46 years, a popular railroad carpenter was killed by a train near his home at Grove Hill early Monday morning.
Mr. Kite was a son of Jacob Kite, deceased. His mind had been affected at times for the past year or more though a greater part of the time he has been able to work at his trade. Just one day before his death he remarked to some friend that there would be nothing to interfere with his lying across the rail in front of a train and ending it all. He carried out this idea in less than twenty-four hours afterwards.
It is though that he was killed by freight train No. 83 which passed Grove Hill at 2:30 a.m. His body cut in two at the waist and badly mangled was found beside the reack about daylight by Vernon Morris, while on his way to his work.
The deceased was a member of the U.B. Church and has many warm friends.
He is survived by his wife, who was a Miss McDaniel, and three children, Misses Edith and Louise Kite and a younger daughter. He is also survived by his mother and the following brothers and sisters; Chas ard Bruce Kite, Mrs. Eliza Roudabush and Misses Mabel and Mary Kite, of this county and a Mrs. Heiston of East Point.
The funeral services were held at the U.B. Church at Grove Hill on Tuesday conducted by Rev. C.W. Hutzler, the new pastor.
I. Ferd Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Feb 1919
DEATH OF I. FERD KITE
I. Ferd Kite, one of the most highly respected and substantial citizens of Shenandoah, died suddenly Monday morning at the age of 54 years. Death was due to heart trouble...
Mr. Kite sold his farm near Shenandoah to William Kite a year or two ago. A widow who was a daughter of the late John Shuler survives him with one daughter, Miss Zula Kite. The couple had lost five children. Two brothers, A. Lee and G. Luther Kite, and two sisters, Mrs. G.W. Kite and Mrs. Joe Carrier, all of near Shenandoah survive the deceased.
The funeral which took place at the Brick church at 2 p.m., Tuesday was conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby of the Lutheran church, of which the deceased had been a staunch and useful member for many years...
Jacob B. Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Apr 1918
DEATH OF JACOB B. KITE
A highly respected citizen of Leaksville died at his home on Monday morning at 5 o'clock. His death was due to the infirmities of old age, he being in his 78th year. Mr. Kite had been blind for the past two years and was also a great sufferer with rheumatism... Mr. Kite was twice married his first wife being a Miss Strole of which union the following children survive: Mrs. Abe Griffith, and Mrs. Joseph Kite, of Mound City, Mo., Mrs. Victoria Kite, of Auburn, Nebraska, and John Kite, of Leaksville, this county. His second wife was Miss Lavinia Huffman, daughter of the late Isaac Huffman, of this county who survives him with one daughter, Miss Eula Kite, at home. One brother John Kite, of Grove Hill survives. Mr. Kite had for many years been a consistent member of the Methodist church... His funeral was conducted on Wednesday of this week, by Rev. J.C. Hooks, of Luray, and Rev. Earp, of the Christian church at Leaksville. His remains were interred in the family grave yard at Leaksville.
Jacob R. Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Apr 1914
Jacob R. Kite Dead
Jacob R. Kite, one of the best and most highly respected citizens of Marksville, died on Thursday evening at six o’clock after a lingering illness of about two months. Mr. Kite was about 75 years old. Three sons and four daughters survive. Funeral services will probably be held at Grave’s Chapel on Saturday afternoon.
James Albert Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 May 1916
DEATH OF SON OF SIRAM KITE
From the Madison Exponent we learn that James Albert Kite, whose father the late Siram Kite, of Madison county, was a native of Page and a brother of Jacob R. Kite and Geo. L. Kite, deceased, of Marksville, died at his home at Bristow, Va., on Saturday, April 22nd, 1916, of pneumonia, and his remains were brought to Madison and interred in the cemetery at Oak Grove in the presence of a large crowd of relatives and friends. The services were conducted by Rev. T.O. Edwards of the Methodist church.
He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Lizzie Weatherall, and two little sons, his mother, Mrs. Emily Kite, of Syria, two brothers, Mr. Jno. W. Kite of Washington, D.C., and Mr. Belvin P. Kite, of Syria; six sisters, Mrs. W.E. Varner, of Bristow, Va., Mrs. K.O. Lucas, of Urbana, O., Mrs. T.F. Smith, of Crestmont, N.C., Mrs. F.M. Graves, of Rochelle, Mrs. H.R. Brown of Syria, and Mrs. A.H. Roseberry, of Madison Run, Va.
He left Madison county about five years ago; he was consistent member of the Baptist church, and was held in high esteem by all who knew him.
Mrs. Jane Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Jan 1915
Death of Mrs. W.C. Kite
Mrs. Jane Kite, widow of the late William C. Kite, one of the most beloved ladies of southern Page, died at her home near Grove Hill, on the 27th of December, after several years illness, of cancer. She had reached the advanced age of 84 years.
Mrs. Kite was a sister of William, Isaac, Alfred and Jacon Koontz, all deceased, and was the last survivor of this prominent family. Her death occurred at the old homestead, where she had passed all her days.
She leaves the following children: I. Ferd, A. Lee and G. Luther Kite, Mrs. Joseph Carrier, Mrs. George W. Kite and Mrs. Charles A. Dovel, all of Shenandoah City and vicinity.
The funeral, which took place on December 29th, was conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby, pastor of the Lutheran church, of which the deceased had been a member for many years. Interment in the Grove Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Mary Emma Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Dec 1919
DEATH OF MRS. SIRAM KITE
Mrs. Mary Emma Kite, widow of Siram Kite, of Criglersville, Madison county, died last Saturday at the age of seventy-four years. She had been in paralyzed and had been in failing health for sometime. For two years past she had been practically blind. Mrs. Kite was a daughter of Harrison Kite, deceased, who moved from Page county to Madison many years ago. Her husband Siram Kite who died twelve years ago, was a son of George Kite, of Page county, and served in Company K, 10th Virginia Infantry, the first company to go from this county to the Confederate army Mrs. Kite leaves two brothers and one sister, Dr. Walter Kite, of Washington, D.C., John Kite, of Somerset, Va., and Mrs. Lizzie Varner of Odessa, Mo. Her surivivng children are Walter Kite, a policeman in Washington, D.C., Belvin Kite, of Criglersville, Mrs. W.E. Varner and Mrs. Albert Rosenberry, of Nokesville, Va., Mrs. Gertrude Graves, of Wolftown, Va., Mrs. Kirby Lucas, of Urbana, Ohio, and Mrs. T.F. Smith, of North Carolina. The funeral took place at the home of the deceased on Sunday, conducted by the pastor of the Baptist church to which she belonged.
Peter D. Kite
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Feb 1917
A FORMER PAGE RESIDENT PASSED AWAY
Peter D. Kite, aged 70 years, died at his home at Oakland, Ill., Thursday, Jan. 18th, after declining health covering a period of several years.
The deceased was a son of Isaac and Mary Foltz Kite and was born at Grove Hill, this county, June 28, 1846. He was the youngest of a family of ? children and is survived by only one brother Jackson Kite of near Oakland, Ill.
The family left this county in 1855, locating at New Goshen, Indiana, after one year's residence they located on a farm near Oakland, Ill., where the deceased lived undtil the end came.
The deceased was married on May 28, 1882 to Miss Martha Brewer, of Paris, Ill. who with two children, Bert and Miss Mary Kite survive.
In 1893 the deceased united with the Presbyterian church, since which time he has been a consistent member and an Elder of the church for a number of years.
Interment took place at Oakland of January 20th.
George W. Kline
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Jun 1913
DIED
George W. Kline, of Martinsburg, W.Va., formerly of Ingham, died June 5th. His wife found him lying dead, shortly after he left his home. His remains were brought to Ingham Saturday on train No. 13. His funeral was conducted by Pastor Brubaker at the East Liberty church. He was laid to rest in the family graveyard. He is survived by his widow, five sons and three daughters. Three sons married and two at home and two daughters married and one at home.
___ Knight (child of Reuben)
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Apr 1917
DEATH OF CHILD
Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Knight of Stanley, lost a five month old infant child on Tuesday. The child had been in declining health from its birth and gradually wasted away... The funeral was held on Thursday.
Ambrose Knight
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Feb 1916
DEATH OF AMBROSE KNIGHT
Ambrose Knight, aged 86 years, for many years a quiet and respected citizen of Luray, died at his home on Mechanic street about 8 o’clock Thursday night from pneumonia and old age. Mr. Knight has been in failing health for a number of years, but was able to go about the house up to within a few days of his death and his case was not considered serious until just a short time before his death.
He is survived by four daughters: Mrs. J.B. Holmes, Mrs. Ada Flinn and Mrs. John Campbell, of Luray, and Mrs. Lula Ruths, of near Pen Mar, Md., one son A.F. Knight, of Buena Vista and one step daughter Miss Mary Williams.
Arrangements for the funeral have not been made except that it will take place Saturday afternoon.
Mrs. Ann Knight
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Jun 1913
DEATH OF MRS. KNIGHT
Mrs. Ann Knight, wife of Ambrose Knight, died at 4:10 a.m., on Saturday at her home on Mechanic Street, aged 81 years. She had been in failing health for a year or two with some kind of stomach trouble, but had been bedfast only about three weeks. She was conscious almost to the last bearing her afflictions with meek submission to the divine will.
Mrs. Knight is survived by an aged sister and brother, Mrs. Joseph Moyer and John Freeze aged respectively 83 and 84 years. She was born on Dry Run and has one brother and one sister dead- Wharton Freeze and Mrs. Benjamin Keyser. Mrs. Knight was twice married, leaving one child, Miss Mary Williams, by the first marriage and four by the last, viz; A.F. Knight, of Buena Vista; Mrs. J.B. Holmes and Mrs. John Campbell, of Luray, Va.; and Mrs. Lula Ruths, of near Pen Mar, Md., all of the children being present on the occasion of the funeral.
… and had been a consistent member of Main Street Baptist church for forty or fifty-five years, having joined under the ministry of Rev. Andrew Broaddus. Her funeral which took place on Sunday evening was conducted by her pastor, Rev. George F. Cook, her remains being interred in Green Hill Cemetery…
Miss Rebecca Knight
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Jan 1919
STANLEY
Deaths
Miss Rebecca Knight who has lived with the family of John L. Koontz for years, died Wednesday aged 83 years.
Mrs. Mary Ann Knight
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Apr 1920
DEATH OF MRS. JACOB KNIGHT
Mrs. Jacob Knight, died at her home about two miles west of Stanley last Sunday afternoon about two o'clock, her death following an illness of about one year. Before her marriage Mrs. Knight was Miss Mary Ann Good, daughter of the late John Good, and was about seventy-six years of age. She is survived by the following children: John, Jacob, Charles and Isaac M. ("Bee") Knight, the latter living near Rileyville, the daughters being Mrs. Hiram Painter, Mrs. Thomas Good, Mrs. Beauregard Morris and Mrs. "Bub" Price. Her husband is still living, the couple having been married more than a half century ago. Mrs. Knight's brothers are Isaac Good, of Luray, Noah and Henry Good. Mrs. Knight had been a member of the Methodist church for many years... The interment took place at Graves Chapel on Tuesday, the funeral services being conducted by Elders Jack Painter and John Jenkins.
Mrs. Sarah Ellen Knight
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Jun 1919
SARAH ELLEN KNIGHT
wife of John Knight, died May 16, 1919 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Southard, at Shenandoah Junction, W.Va. Her death was the result of blood poisoning and old age. She was 82 years and 2 months old. She was a native of Virginia... She had been a member of the Christian chruch for 32 years or longer... She leaves a husband John Knight, and 8 children: Mrs. Bettie L. Taylor, Stanley, Va., John H. Knight, Stanley, Va., I.N. Knight, Elkton, Va., Mrs. T.R. Sours, Leetown, W.Va., Mrs. James Southard, Shenandoah Junction W.Va., Mrs. C.R. Knight, Martinsburg, W.Va., Mrs. R.E. Sampson, Martinsburg, W.Va., Mrs. Mart Purdham, Wilmington, Del. Funeral services were held in the Christian church at Martinsburg, W.Va., the burial taking place in Norbourne cemetery at Martinsburg.
James Knott
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Dec 1913
DEATH OF JAMES H. KNOTT
James H. Knott, a respected old citizen who for many years lived on Mill Creek, but who located in Luray about a year ago, died at 5 p.m., on Tuesday, at his home on the Eastern suburbs of Luray, where he resided with his daughter, Mrs. W.R. Edwards. Mr. Knott had been in failing health for eleven years. He suffered with dropsy of the heart and an attack which seized him on Thursday before his death proved fatal. His age was 73 years 5 months and 22 days. He was a carpenter by trade and an upright citizen. His life was one of many vicissitudes one of his experiences being to lose his home by fire and then by flood within a very short time.
Mr. Knott is survived by a widow who was Miss Rebecca Jenkins, and whom he married fifty-three years ago. He leaves a daughter, Mrs. Edwards, named above, one son Jno. Knott, of Luray, and two sisters, Mrs. Martha Edwards, of Luray, and Mrs. Caroline Ross, of Pennsylvania. A few years ago Mr. Knott united with the Regular Baptist church.
The funeral which was conducted by Eld. John Huff, took place at 3 o’clock yesterday evening, the remains being interred in Green Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. Rebecca Knott
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Dec 1914
Dies at a Ripe Old Age
Mrs. Rebecca Knott, widow of the late James H. Knott, died last Saturday morning December 5th, at the home of her son-in-law, William R. Edwards, in East Luray, aged 83 years. The deceased had been for a number of years a great sufferer from cancer and tumor, though the immediate cause of her death was paralysis, with which she had been stricken but a few days before the end came. She is survived by two children. Mrs. W.R. Edwards, with whom she made her home for some time, and John Knott, on the Boom. Her husband died in November, 1913. Mrs. Knott was for years a consistent member of the Regular Baptist Church of this place, her funeral being preached by her former pastor, Elder John Huff; assisted by Rev. G.F. Cook, of the Main Street Baptist Church, at the home of her daughter, last Monday afternoon. Interment in Green Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. Elizabeth Koontz
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 May 1914
DEATH OF MRS. ELIZABETH KOONTZ
Marksville, Va., April 28.- Mrs. Elizabeth Koontz, the widow of Lewis C. Koontz, decd., died Saturday morning at the home of her son John L. Koontz aged 86 years, 4 months and 12 days. The funeral sermon was preached by Elder R.H. Pittman at the residence Sunday afternoon and her remains were interred in the family graveyard near her home. She leaves the following children viz: John L. Koontz, Dr. F.P. Koontz; Mrs. C.E. Graves, Mrs. Lou Reid, of Marksville, Joseph Koontz of Bunceton, Mo., and Mrs. Carrie Welfley of Manassas and one surviving brother Samuel Hutchinson, of Missouri, to mourn her loss… She was a consistent member of the Old School Baptist church for many years…
James William Koontz
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Sep 1911
Death of J.W. Koontz
James William Koontz died at his residence at Marksville Saturday evening after a long illness.
He joined the M.E. Church, South, when a young man, and lived a consistent member all his life.
He leaves a widow who was a Miss Graves, daughter of Paschal Graves, deceased; one son, H.L. Koontz, a member of the firm of J.L. & H.L. Koontz; one sister, Mrs. Geo. T. Brubaker and one brother, John E. Koontz, on the Hawksbill, to mourn his loss.
His funeral was preached by Rev. R.M. Wheeler, assisted by Rev. A.P. Boude, at Graves' Chapel, Monday afternoon, and his remains were laid to rest in the cemetery.
Mr. Koontz was 72 years, 9 months and 2 days old at the time of his death.
Hubert Laconia
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jan 1918
KILLED BY TRAIN
Hubert Laconia, aged 34 years, a N. & W. brakeman, met a horrible death at Manor siding, near Front Royal on last Saturday evening by being run over by an engine and one or two cars... His body was taken to his home at Shenandoah on No. 27 the same night.
Mr. Laconia had been employed by the railroad fir about ten years...
For many years he resided with his parents at Fairview near Luray...
The deceased is survived by his wife, who before marriage was Miss Sudie Lucas, daughter of Martin Lucas, of Newport, and two sons, James and Roy, aged 7 and 9 years. He is also survived by his father, James H. Laconia, of Luray and one brother and five sisters: Gus Laconia and Mrs. Annie Nichols, of West Virginia, Mrs. Marcus Pleasants, of Portsmouth, Ohio, Mrs. Kirby Bywaters, Mrs. David Corbin and Mrs. David Comer, all of this county.
The funeral was held at the Lutheran church at Luray, conducted by Rev. J.A. Huffard at 8:30 a.m., on Tuesday. Interment took place in Green Hill cemetery, services being conducted by Rev. Huffard assisted by Rev. Warren Baldwin, of Shenandoah...
Wade Laconia
Page News & Courier, Friday 6 Feb 1914
DEATH OF VETERAN WADE LACONIA
Wade Laconia, aged 87 years, a native of New Jersey, and a veteran of the Union army died last Friday at the home of his grandson Hubert P. Laconia in Shenandoah City where he was taken seriously ill while on a visit during the holidays. Death was due to the effects of advanced age. Mr. Laconia’s remains were brought to Luray on Saturday morning and taken to Antioch church, near town, where his funeral was conducted the same day by Rev. Warren Corbin, the interment being in Antioch cemetery. The deceased is survived by one son Jas. Laconia, of New Jersey, formerly of near Luray, and a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. A remarkable fact regarding the Laconia family is that both Wade Laconia and his son were civil war veterans and both were living a half century after the war.
Mr. Laconia was born in New Jersey of foreign parentage. He led a varied life having been a detective or policeman in or near Philadelphia for sixteen years, a sailor for eight years, and having also had experience in the oyster packing business and other lines of work in various parts of the country. About eighteen years ago he was admitted to the Soldiers Home at Hampton, Va., but always spent much time with his son James Laconia and his grandchildren here. At the time of his death he was receiving a pension of a dollar a day, which came to him regularly whether he was in the Soldiers Home or not. The deceased was a member of the Methodist church…
Robert Houston Lamb
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Sep 1916
Shenandoah
Robert Houston Lamb, aged sixty four years, died on Sept. 17th at his home at Elkton. He was married three times, his last wife who was Miss Annie Merica surviving him. He leaves one sister, Mrs. Alexander Leap, of Elkton, one brother Ezekiel, of Orange county, and five daughters, Misses Bessie, Mamie, Lena and Susie Lamb, of Elkton, and Mrs. Arthur Leap.
John Leake
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Dec 1915
DEATH OF JOHN LEAKE
John Leake a respected and substantial farmer living near Honeyville died suddenly on Tuesday night from acute indigestion, aged about seventy years. He was at the J.E. Kern sale on Tuesday and it is said that missing his dinner he went home at night very hungry and eat a quantity of cold beans that brought on the fatal attack, proving fatal in a few hours.
Mr. Leake owned a good farm and was thrifty and energetic. He leaves a widow who was a sister of the late Siram Nauman. A number of children including Otis, Luther and Miss Lizzie Leake, Mrs. Louis Smelser and Mrs. Luther Seekford survive him.
The funeral which takes place at 2 p.m. today (Friday) will be conducted by Eld. Wm H. Bradley, of the Brethren church to which the deceased belonged.
Mrs. Rebecca C. Leeth
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jul 1918
DEATH OF MRS. LEETH
Mrs. Rebecca C. Leeth, widow of James Leeth, deceased, died in Staunton, Va., on Friday, June 29th after a brief illness of erysipelas. She is survived by one brother, J.F. Pendergast, of Stanley and the following step children: Messrs. John Leeth, of Washington, D.C., George Leeth, of Manassas, Va., Edward Leeth, of New York, W.A. and James Leeth and Mrs. Lillie Graves of Grottoes, Va., and Mrs. Annie Green, of Strasburg, Va.
Mrs. Leeth was a kind hearted Christian woman...
Her remains were brought to the home of her niece, Mrs. Ida Boude, of Stanley, whence she was buried on Sunday afternoon at Graves Chapel, Rev. H. Monroe Strickler, of Luray, conductting the funeral services.
Mrs. Edmonia Level
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Nov 1918
DEATH OF MRS. EDMONIA LEVEL
Mrs. Lloyd Level died after a short illness with pneumonai at the home of her sister, Mrs. William Comer, in the southwestern suburbs of Luray on last Tuesday morning. Mrs. Level was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Buracker who live on the Hawksbill several miles south of Luray. She is survived by her husband, parents and several brothers and sisters. Mrs. Level was 18 years of age. The interment took place on Thursday at Mt. Zion cemetery, near Long. Services were conducted by Eld. D.W. Strickler and Rev. Mr. Vogt.
George W. Lillard
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Sep 1915
DEATH OF FORMER PAGE MERCHANT
Mr. George W. Lillard, after an illness of two weeks died at his home near Graves Mill, on Monday evening Sept. 6th, 1915, about 9 o’clock.
For a number of years he conducted a general merchandise store at Graves Mill, this county, and formerly at Stony Man, Page county, and he was a successful farmer, owning one of the best small farms in Madison county.
Mr. Lillard was a gallant Confederate veteran, being a member of Co. C, 4th Va. Calvary.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Addie Lillard, and three children, Miss Gladys Lillard, and Messrs. Basil W. Lillard and Geo. Lillard. He was preceded to the grave only a few months ago by his brother, Mr. H.M. Lillard- Madison Exponent.
Miss Haney Lillard
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jul 1919
Leaksville
Miss Haney Lillard an aged citizen of this place, departed this life July 4th, at a ripe old age, being 85 years, 2 months and 12 days old...
Howard M. Lillard
Page News & Courier, February 26 Feb 1915
DEATH OF HOWARD M. LILLARD
Howard M. Lillard aged 77 years for a number of years a resident of Page county, died at his home in Madison county last Saturday evening after an illness of several years with dropsy of the heart... he resided near Mauck for twelve or fifteen years, returning to his native county about thirty years ago.
Besides his widow who was Miss Betty Kite, daughter of George L. Kite, deceased, of this county, he is survived by seven children, four sons and three daughters, as follows, Thomas, at home, William, of Culpeper, Frank of the West, who has been with his father for the past six months and Dr. E.N. Lillard, of Norfolk; Mrs. Lizzie Early, Mrs. Martha Daniel and Mrs. Ruth Daniel, all of Madison. He is also survived by five sisters and one brother, George Lillard, all of Madison. The funeral which took place from his late home on Monday...
Silas T. Lillard
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Oct 1919
DEATH OF MR. LILLARD
Silas T. Lillard, a well known citizen of this county, died at his home near Leaksville, on Friday, October 10th. Mr. Lillard had been in ill health for a long time, his decline being gradual, finally resulting in death... his reputation as a man who was an expert in the disease of animals carrying him to all parts of Page and adjoining counties. In his younger days he made frequent trips to Eastern Virginia in pursuit of his duties, always traveling on horseback. His calls were numerous and he always responded to them promptly. As an amateur, without professional knowledge, he was a sucess in his line. In addition to his profession he was a farmer... He is survived by an aged widow and the following children: John S. Lillard, of Frederick county; W.A. Lillard, of Hagerstown, C.G. Lillard, of this county; Mrs. G.E. Dovel, of Reliance, Va.; Mrs. J.E. Kite, of Leaksville; and Mrs. D.L. Kauffman, of Luray. His war record is clear and brilliant, having served through the four years of civil strife as a member of Co. D. 7th Virginia Cavalry... a member of the Lutheran church for many years. The interment took place on Wednesday in the Leaksville cemetery, the services being conducted by Elder J.B. Jenkins, of the Old School Baptist church.
Mrs. Sarah Lillard
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Jul 1911
Death in Ohio
Mrs. Sarah Lillard, wife of Curtis Lillard and a sister of George Bradley, died a few days ago of the effects of old age and a complication of diseases, at her home near Newark, Ohio, aged about seventy-five years. Burial at Newark, Ohio, The deceased was a devoted church member. Twenty-five years ago Mr. and Mrs. Lillard moved to Ohio from their home at Spring Farm East of Luray. She leaves two children, Mrs. Petty and Worth Lillard, both of Ohio. The deceased was an aunt of J. Sam and Casper Bradley, of this place.
Stanton Lillard
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Feb 1915
DEATH IN THE WEST
Mr. Stanton R. Lillard, oldest and most highly respected citizen of Ray county, Mo., and a brother of Howard M. and George Lillard, both former residents of Page county died at his home a few miles north-east of Orrick, Saturday, Jan. 9th, 1915, at the age of 80 years and 8 months following an illness of two years duration.
Mr. Lillard was born in Madison County, Va., in 1834. He resided in his native county and state until the late fifties when he moved to Missouri. He married Miss Luiza Allison of Missouri in the year 1863, and to this union a large family was born, ten children and the wife surviving.
Martin VanBuren Louderback
Page News & Courier, Friday 6 Dec 1918
M.V. LOUDERBACK
Martin Van Buren Louderback, prominent in the religious, business and social relations of his neighborhood, died at his home near Alma, this county on Sunday. He had been in his usual health and was stricken while in the active pursuit of his farming operations Thanksgiving day he was engaged in hauling fodder, being assisted by Joseph Courtney. Mr. Louderback was riding on the load of fodder and the first known of his sudden illness was when he was heard to make a noise and fell from the wagon. He lived until Sunday when he succumbed to what was supposed to be a stroke of appoplexy...Mr. Louderback was born July 23, 1848, and at the time of his death was 70 years, four months and 8 days old. The deceased was born near Newport and was a son of the late J.P. Louderback, no less honored and respected by all who knew him. He is survived by the following children: Charles W. Louderback and Frank Louderback, near Grove Hill; Mrs. W.A. Blose, of Penn Laird, Rockingham county, wife of a former popular postal clerk on the Norfolk and Western Railway and who several years ago resided in Luray, and Mrs. John S. Lillard, of Frederick county. For 50 years he had been honored and loved member of the Newport Christian church... March 25, 1869, he was united in marriage to Miss Sarah E. Foltz a member of one of the well known families of that name of Page county. His funeral was conducted at Alma on Tuesday by his pastor, Rev. B.J. Earp.
Mrs. Birtie Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Jan 1919??
OBITUARY
Mrs. Birtie Lucas, of Shenandoah, departed this life October 22, 1918. She leaves a husband and five children, six sisters and one brother, father and mother to mourn her loss. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F.P. Strole, of Shenandoah. She was buried in the family graveyard. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Baldwin.
Mrs. Bertie Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
MRS. "JOURNEY" LUCAS
Mrs. Bertie Lucas, wife of "Journey" Lucas, a well known Norfolk and Western conductor died at her home in Shenandoah on Thursday of last week after a short illness with influenza followed by pneumonia, which resulted fatally as above stated. She is survived by her husband and six children.
Mrs. Catherine Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 May 1918
Stanley
Deaths
Mrs. Catherine Lucas, wife of John Ham Lucas, aged 60 years, died on Saturday and was buried on Sunday. She leaves quite a large family.
Floyd Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Nov 1918
KILLED IN FRANCE
William Lucas of Cubbage Hollow near Stanley was notified by telegram on Wednesday that his son Floyd Lucas, a member of the American Expeditionary Forces, had been killed in action in France. Young Lucas who was about twenty years of age, was a registered man if Page county, but left here wutg tge Local Board's permission and volunteered for service for which he was specially fitted. His is another name added to our roll of honor.
Harry Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Dec 1911
Jos. Lucas Loses Son
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lucas, of Braddock, Pa., arrived here on Wednesday with the remains of their little eight year old son Harry, who died on Monday night from typhoid pneumonia. Among those at the funeral were the child’s grandfather, Lewis Chrisman, who has been at Browntown and Bentonville for some time and uncle William Chrisman who is operating a saw mill near Strasburg. The Lucas family moved from this county to Pennsylvania about ten years ago. Rev. H.M. Strickler conducting the funeral.
James F. Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 31 Aug 1917
DEATH OF J.F. LUCAS
James F. Lucas, age 81 years, died at 1 p.m. on Thursday, after a continued illness with heart trouble and a complication of diseases due to old age. Heart trouble is thought to have been the immediate cause of his death.
... a consistent member of the Lutheran church..
For many years he was a prosperous and accommodating merchant at Stony Man. About five years ago he retired from business on account of ill health.
He is survived by his wife, who before marriage was Miss Belle Printz, of this county, and the following children: A.E. Lucas, of Roanoke, J.D. Lucas, of Cincinnati, Ohio, K.O. Lucas, of Urbana O., and Edward, Hubert and Charles Lucas and Mrs. Vernon Stirewalt, all of this county. He is also survived by one brother John Lucas, of Rockville, Md. who is now visiting in Page and one sister Mrs. Booton of Stanley.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday.
John Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 May 1916
DEATH OF JOHN LUCAS
John Lucas, fifty years old, died Sunday night at Ingham. Surviving him are his wife, who was Miss Maggie Potter, of Kentucky; one child about two years old; three brothers and three sisters as follows: William E., and Jos. Lucas, of Elkton, and Hugh Lucas, of Bluefield, W.Va., the railroad detective; Mrs. Annie McKowen, of Elkton, and Mrs. Kirnie Bobnaugh and Mrs. J.K. Chambers, of Beachmont, Massachusetts. The funeral service were conducted at 2:30 o’clock Tuesday, at Ingham by Rev. T.W. Gainer, pastor of the United Brethren church, Elkton.
Mr. Lucas had been in failing health for several years. He had been entirely disabled by sickness for several weeks past. For many years he was employed on public works. His father was Henry Lucas, deceased of this county…
Mrs. Nancy Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Feb 1916
DEATH OF MRS. NANCY LUCAS
Mrs. Nancy Lucas, aged about 98 years, widow of John Lucas, died Monday at the home of her daughter Mrs. Sarah Yager, of Shenandoah with whom she had made her home for a number of years. The immediate cause of her death is attributed to cancer of the nose from which she had been a sufferer and confined to her bed for 17 years.
Before marriage she was Miss Nancy McAlister, daughter of Joseph McAlister, deceased.
The deceased is survived by the following children: David and William Lucas and Mrs. M.J. Long, at California, James, D.P., and Samuel Lucas and Mrs. Sarah Yager, all of this county. David Lucas went West before the Civil War and served as a Northern soldier with a company from Illinois. Samuel and William Lucas were in the Confederate army.
The funeral was conducted from her home at 2 p.m., on Wednesday. Interment in the James McAlister graveyard, near Grove Hill.
Miss Sarah Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 May 1917
DIED
Miss Sarah Lucas, of near Honeyville, died Wednesday of dropsy, aged 72 years. She was a sister of Isaac Lucas and Mrs. Jacob Good. The funeral which took place at the home of Mr. Housden with whom she resided was conducted by the Dunkard Brethren of which church she was a member. Interment in the family graveyard.
W. Henry Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Mar 1913
Shenandoah
W. Henry Lucas, of Harrisonburg, formerly of near Ingham, this county, who had the heel torn from his foot in an elevator acciden on Feb. 26th as reported in our last issue, died from lockjaw yesterday morning... The deceased was 63 years old and the father of D.A., L.D. and W.E. Lucas, of Harrisonburg and a brother of Dick Lucas, of near Ingham, and Mrs. Robert Dovel, of Augusta county. His wife was a Miss Kite, of near Shenandoah, and a sister of Mrs. Alonzo Dovel, of Harrisonburg.
William Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jul 1917
DEATH OF WM. E. LUCAS
William Lucas, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, a brother of Mrs. John Freeze, of Luray died at his home on the 23d aged about 78 years. He had been feeble for some time. Mr. Lucas was a native of Page county having farmed at one time at the old furnace North of town. He left here for the West about fifty years ago and lived there for a long time, later locating in Florida. He owned a residence in Fort Lauderdale in the latter Sate. A wife whom he met after leaving Virginia survives him. The couple were childless... The remains were brought here last night accompanied by the widow and Undertaker I.C. Bradley who took charge of the body at Roanoke. The body will be interred in the Lucas graveyard at the furnace North of town.
Mrs. Viola Lucas
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 May 1914
DIES FROM HER INJURIES
Mrs. Viola Lucas, wife of William Lucas, of Cubbage Hollow, four miles from Stanley died Tuesday night from the effects of a runaway accident which occurred on May 2d. She was taken to the hospital on Tuesday but came home and died that night, it is said of lock jaw. On May 2d Mrs. Lucas and her husband were driving a mule home from Stanley when the backing strap going down a hill near the old Stoneberger church and the mule began to run. Mr. Lucas jumped out to catch the mule and was considerably injured. His wife also jumped when her feet became entangled in the lines and she was dragged along the rocky road and gutter for a quarter of a mile sustaining several broken ribs and her body being terribly bruised and lacerated.
Mrs. Lucas was a daughter of James McCoy and is survived by her parents, her husband and eleven children, most of them small. She was about 40 years of age and an industrious worthy woman.
George P. Manro
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Sep 1916
Centenarian Who Married in Page;
George P. Manro 107 years old who married a Miss Wood of Page county, died Mondat at his home in Harrisonburg. His wife was a sister of Mrs. Eli Cullers deceased, of Rileyville, and Mrs. Isaac Moyer, deceased, of Luray. He was probably the oldest man in Virginia.
George P. Manro was born in Edinburg, Scotland, on Dec. 24, 1808. At the age of six years he accompanied his parents to Kings county, Ireland, where the family subsequently lived. He emigrated to Canada in 863 and then was in Ohio a short time. Afterwards locating in Virginia he married Miss Sarah D. Wood, daughter of Vincent Wood, of Flint Hill, Rappahannock county. She was a native of Page county. His wife died eighteen years ago and two years later Mr. Manro and his daughter Miss Ella, who survives him, located at Harrisonburg. Mr. Manro was for many years foreman at the Belmont vineyard at Front Royal. He retained his faculties till the last and was able to look after his garden until a year or so ago. He had been crippled for years by two strokes of paralysis. He was a faithful member of the Catholic church for many years…
Henry Marshall
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 Mar 1917
Henry Marshall, a well known colored man of Blainesville dropped dead from heart trouble while eating his (breakfast?) last Saturday morning... rest illegible...
Mrs. Melvilla Mathews
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jun 1915
Bentonville
Mrs. Melvilla Mathews departed this life at her home in Thompson Hollow Saturday night, May 29th, Had she lived till September she would have been 84 years old. She has been in declining health for many years, though up to a few weeks ago had walked around in her room. Mrs. Mathews was the widow of the late James Mathews, Sr. who died about 26 years ago… having connected herself with the New School Baptist church 25 years before her death… She is survived by the following: One sister Mrs. Clarenda Mathews, widow of the late Israel Mathews, of Thompson Hollow, and nine children J.K., and W.J., of Overall, Abram, of Bentonville, Lee, of Savage, Md., Mrs. John Kibler, of Reddirt Va.: Mrs. John Traister of Bentonville, Mrs. Charlie Corbin and Miss Senia at home, and Mrs. Fannie Lentz of near Ocean Hill. She also leaves 31 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. Her remains were laid to rest in the family burying ground Monday.
Mrs. Annie Lee Mauck
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Sep 1920
DEATH OF MRS. MAUCK
Mrs. Annie Lee Mauck, widow of William Mauck, a flu victim at this place, during the disease's last epidemic, about two years ago, died Monday in the Harrisonburg hospital where she was taken for treatment Sunday. Mrs. Mauck was a daughter of Thomas L. Seekford, who lives on the West side of the Shenandoah river in the Compton neighborhood... Mrs. Mauck was 34 years of age and is survived by five children. Mr. Mauck was a son of James I. Mauck, now living at Manassas, Va., formerly of this county. The burial took place at Rileyville on Wednesday, the funeral services being conducted by Eld. R.H. Pittman.
D. Lee Mauck
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Jun 1916
DEATH OF D.L. MAUCK
D. Lee Mauck, aged 55 years a highly respected and prosperpus citizen of the Stanley section died at 10 p.m. on Wednesday at the CHurch Home hospital in Baltimore, Md...
On last Sunday Mrs. Mauck was summoned to his bedside, where she remained until the end. She was accompanied by her two brothers Edward and Joseph Kiblinger, who returned hom Tuesday night.
In early life Mr. Mauck entered into his first business venture as a merchant at Ida. He was afterwards for a time a successful stock dealer and was also for years a member of the firm of Shryock & Mauck, merchants at Stanley. For a number of years he has been a dealer in fruit and vegetables, handling it by the car load with headquarters in Pittsburg.
The deceased has been a member of the Methodist church for years...
He is survived by his wife who was Miss Lou Kiblinger; one brother Charles Mauck, of Atlanda, Ga., and one sister Mrs. Kate Bush, of Portsmouth, Ohio/
The remains were brought to his home on Thursday night... The funeral will be held at Graves Chapel Saturday, arrangements for which have not been completed...
Mrs. Emma Mauck
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Mar 1917
DEATH OF MRS. EMMA MAUCK
Mrs. Emma Mauck, aged about 64 years, widow of Abe Mauck, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Chrisman, near Kimball on Thursday evening after about two months illness with heart trouble and dropsy.
The deceased has been a member of the Methodist church for many years. Her husband preceded her to the grave 32 years ago. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. W.D. Chrisman, of Page, Ernest Mauck, of North Bessemer, Pa., and J.A. Mauck, of Braddock, Pa. She is survived by a brother, Stephen Henry and three sisters, Mrs. Charles Knight and Mrs. John Stroop, all of Page and Mrs. David Custer, of Ohio.
Interment will take place at the Mauck grave yard near the White House Saturday afternoon.
Mrs. John N. Mauck
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Feb 1916
DEATH OF MRS. MAUCK
Mrs. John N. Mauck, aged 82 years, an estimable and consistent member of the Old School Baptist church died at her home in Massanutton section on last Sunday, after an illness with a complication of diseases.
She is survived by one daughter Mrs. Charles Comer, of Page and two sons Newton Mauck, of Fauquier and Daniel Mauck, of Florida, one brother John Strickler, of Berryville and two half sisters, Mrs. William Price and Mrs. Amrbose Huffman, both of this county.
The funeral was held from her late home on Tuesday evening, conducted by Eld. R.T. Strickler. Interment took place in the graveyard near the home.
Mrs. Mary S. May
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Mar 1918
DEATH OF MRS. MAY
Mrs. Mary S. May, aged 43 years, wife of George May, died at her home about two miles Southeast of Shenandoah at 7 a.m., on Monday, March 25th after a long illness with tuberculosis.
Before marriage the deceased was Miss Mary S. Good, daughter of John E. Good.
The deceased was a member of the Faith Healers. The funeral was held at the home at 2 p.m., on Wednesday. Interment took place in the May graveyard at Comertown.
Mrs. Clara Mayes
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Oct 1915
DEATH OF MRS. CLARA MAYES
Mrs. Clara Mayes, widow of Greenberry Mayes, died at her home at Honeyville, last Sunday, aged 72 years, 11 months and 11 days. Her last illness which lasted several months was preceded by years of poor health. Her husband had been dead for thirty odd years; she never had children and she left no surviving brothers and sisters. She had lived by herself for years. Her maiden name was Bumgardner, the family having been residents of the Honeyville neighborhood. Since 1885 she had been a consistent member of the Methodist church. The funeral which took place at the Lutheran church at Alma, Monday was conducted by Eld. John B. Jenkins. Interment in the cemetery at the church.
Forest Mayes
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Nov 1917
DIED
Forest, aged three years infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Mayes, of near Stanley, died on Sunday. The child who had been ailing for some time was taken to the hospital on Friday but it not being possible to do anything for him he was brought home the following day. Forest was the only child... The funeral and interment which took place at the Adventist church, were conducted by Eld. A.J. Painter.
Henry Morgan Mayes
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Mar 1917
HENRY MORGAN MAYES
Henry Morgan Mayes, son of Rodham Tallis and Annie Mayes, deceased, was born in the central part of Page county, July 27, 1833, and died at his home near Stanley, February 21, 1917, aged 83 years, 6 months and 24 days. He was married October 20, 1858, to Sarah Catherine Dovel, daughter of Abram Dovel, deceased, who preceded him to the grave January 9, 1908. Eight children were born to them, of whom two sons and one daughter have died. Those surviving are Aldine Mayes, of Great Bend, Kansas, Mrs. Lynn Keiffer, who lived with her father, Mrs. James Stillwell, of Stanley, Va., Mrs. Thomas Lair, of Goshen, Va., and Mrs. Samuel Ritchie, of Harrisonburg, Va. He is also survived by one brother, Thaddeus Mayes, of near Stanley.
... He was well educated in the schools of his time, and in early life was a school teacher. He also taught singing schools in Page and Rockingham counties.
... he has held important elective offices nearly ever since he was 30 years old. First as constable, then as Comissioner of the Revenue, then as Supervisor, then Commissioner of Revenue again, then again Supervisor. During the last ten years he was Chairman of the Board of Supervisors...
December 31, 1915, by reason of age, he retired from public life...
... He was buried beside his wife's grave in the Adventist cemetery...
Ned Victor Mayes
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Jan 1915
DEATH OF INFANT
Ned Victor Mayes, aged three months infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Mayes, of Shenandoah, this county died at 11 p.m., last Sunday. The child had been delicate from birth. The funeral was conducted at the Shenandoah Disciples church by Rev. Warren Baldwin..
Rada F. Mayes
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Aug 1913
NORTH STANLEY
Rada F., eldest daughter of Ernest Mayes, died last Sunday night, aged about 12 years. She was sick only a few days. The cause of her death was typhoid fever. The funeral services were conducted on Tuesday by Eld. J.B. Jenkins and the remains laid to rest in the family burying ground...
Mrs. McAlister (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Apr 1917
Shenandoah
Mrs. McAlister, a highly respected old lady, widow of M.A. McAlister, died Wednesday at the home of her son-in-law Philip Strole, in Shenandoah. The deceased was the mother of W.A. McAlister Mrs. Isaac Comer Mrs. James Foltz, Mrs. James Dofflemoyer, Mrs. Philip Strole and Mrs. M.A. Roudabush. The funeral takes place today. Fuller particulars will be given next week.
Mrs. Elizabeth Catherine McAlister (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Apr 1917
DEATH OF MRS. MCALISTER
Mrs. Elizabeth Catherine McAlister aged 77 years died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Philip Strole in Shenandoah City, on Thursday of last week after only a few days illness with kidney trouble.
The deceased was a highly respected lady and had been a consistent member of the Newport Christian church for many years. She was the widow of M.A. McAlister, of near Newport, who died 10 or 12 years ago. About two years ago she moved to Shenandoah with her daughter Mrs. Strole, where she has since resided.
Before marriage she was Miss Elizabeth Catherine Fisher, of Augusta county. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. M.A. Roudabush, Mrs. Mike Foltz, Mrs. I.N. Comer, Mrs. Philip Strole and W.A. McAlister, of this county and Mrs. James Dofflemoyer, of Gordonsville.
The funeral was held at the Shenandoah Disciples church on Saturday conducted by Revs. Baldwin and Ashby.
Frank McAlister
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Feb 1916
DEATH OF FRANK MCALISTER
Frank McAlister, aged 62 years, a thrifty and highly respected citizen of Ingham died on Thursday morning after a two weeks illness with Bright’s disease. Mr. McAlister has for many years been a consistent member of the Christian church. He leaves a widow who before marriage was Miss Jane Comer, daughter of John Comer, deceased, one son Ezra McAlister and one daughter Miss Lyddie McAlister. He is also survived by one brother William McAlister and one sister Mrs. W.C. Hilliards.
The funeral services will be held from his late home on Saturday morning.
Charles McCoy
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
DEATH OF CHARLES McCOY
Charles McCoy, aged about 34 years, son of Harvey McCoy, died at the home of his father near Stanley on Friday, October 11th, after a short illness with Spanish influenza. He was buried at the graveyard at Sandy Glaze on Saturday. Eld. Frank Comer conducted the funeral.
Harvey McCoy
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Feb 1918
STANLEY
Died
Harvey McCoy died at his home near the Ochre Bank Sunday and was buried Tuesday at eleven o'clock. He was about 65 years of age. His wife died at the Johns Hopkins hospital a few weeks ago. He leaves three sons and two brothers.
J. Wesley McCoy
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Mar 1916
LEAKSVILLE
Died
J. Wesley McCoy an old and respected citizen of Leaksville died Sunday morning about eight o’clock with kidney trouble from which he has been a sufferer for several months. He was a devoted member of the Brethren church for several years and served in the war four years. He leaves to mourn him a widow and several brothers. He was laid to rest in the Cemetry at Leak’s Chapel, Monday evening. His funeral was conducted by Elder G.W. Painter, of Hamburg.
Mrs. Martha McCoy
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Mar 1919
DEATH OF AN AGED WOMAN
Mrs. Martha McCoy, widow of Wesley McCoy died at the home of "Son" Pence, in the Pine Grove section on last Friday. Mrs. McCoy was in her 84th year, and her death was due to the infirmaties of old age. She was a daughter of Henry Cubbage, deceased, and is the last of a large family. Her brother Wesley Cubbage was drowned in the Shenandoah river at Alma about 30 years ago.
Mrs. Joseph McDaniel
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Feb 1917
DEATH OF MRS MCDANIEL
Mrs. Joseph McDaniel, died at her husband's home in Shenandoah Wednesday morning after only a few days illness. She was about forty-five years old. Her husband and the following children survive her: five sons, Ralph, Ray, Vernon, Clora and Claude McDaniel and one daughter, Mrs. McNabb, of Roanoke. The McDaniels moved here a number of years ago from East of the Ridge. The deceased was a member of the M.E. church and highly respected. Her funeral will take place today.
William McDaniel
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Aug 1917
DEATH AT GROVE HILL
William McDaniel, a respected farmer, of Grove Hill, this county, died at 10 p.m. on Tuesday aged about sixty-five years. He had been in failing health for a year or two but was taken with dysentery shortly before his decease. Four sons, Walter, Joseph, Elmer and William McDaniel, all of the Grove Hill neighborhood, survive him, and also three daughters, Mr. McDaniel was a member of the Grove Hill Christian church. His funeral took place on Thursday.
Mrs. Caroline Meadows
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Feb 1913
Died
Mrs. Caroline Meadows, the aged widow of Thomas Meadows, deceased departed this life Feb. 1st at her home near Jollets. The funeral was condycted at Jolletts church by Rev. J.W. Jollett. Interment at the Samuels grave yard. She was the wife of Thomas Meadows, deceased. Two of her daughters departed this life some months past- Mrs. Bud Gordon and Mrs. Ellen Young. She leaves the following children to mourn her loss. G.W. Meadows and Mrs. W.B. Lam, of this place, Mrs. L.E. Youngblood, of West Virginia, Mrs. C.M. Colvin, of Covington, Va., she also leaves two sisters and two brothers: Mrs. L.B. Davidson, of Verbena, Mrs. A.M. Young, of Newport News, G.F. Samuels and G.B. Samuels, of this place. She had been a consistent member of the Methodist church for a number of years and was loved by all who knew her. She was about eighty-two years of age and had been paralyzed and had not been able to walk for some years…
Charles Meadows
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Apr 1916
Shenandoah
Charles Meadows, aged about 50 years, a most highly respected citizen of the Jolletts section died on Monday after an illness lasting about a year with stomach trouble. Mr. Meadows was a consistent member of the Methodist church. He is survived by his wife who before marriage was Miss Bettie Smith and eight children: Burman, Oliver, Luther, Delan, Dewey, Raymond, Mamie and Otis Meadows, all of the Jolliet neighborhood. The funeral was held yesterday morning at 11 o’clock from the church at Jolliett. Services were conducted by Rev. R.C. Benson of the Methodist church.
Henry Meadows
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Sep 1919
DEATH OF MRS. HENRY MEADOWS
Mrs. Ardista D. Meadows, wife of Henry Meadows, residing on the Blue Ridge above Jolletts, in this county, died on September 12 from a stroke of paralysis with whis she had been seized five days before. Her health had been good previosuly. She was seventy-two years and one day old.
Mrs. Meadows was a highly esteemed and consistent member of the Methodist church and was much loved in the Jolletss community where her husband, who survives, is a prominent and substantial citizen: Mrs. John Alger, Mrs. Hiram Meadows; N.T. Meadows and Ulysses Meadows, of Jolletts, and Mrs. George Lam, of Greene county, Va. The deceased was a sister of Simeon, Daniel and Ernest Breeden. She also had several sisters one of whom is Mrs. Sallie Breeden.
The funeral which was held at the Methodist church was conducted by the pastor, Rev. Mr. Benson. Interment in the Meadows burial spot.
Irene Meadows
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Aug 1916
DIED AT JOLLETTS
Irene Meadows, nine year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Meadows, died at the home of her parents six miles northwest of Elkton Aug. 16. She had been seriously ill less than twenty-four hours.
Besides her parents, she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Charles Bailey and Mrs. Polly Meadows, both of near Elkton; and one brother William Meadows at home.
The funeral was held from the Meadows home. Interment was in the Jolletts cemetery.
Isaac Middleton
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Jun 1919
Stony Man
S.H. Middleton and daughter, Miss Gladys, of Strasburg, are visiting his daughter, Mrs. Albert Jenkins. Isaac Middleton his oldest son died in France on September 22, 1918 from the effects of influenza. His son George who has also seen service in France, has returned and is now learning the barber trade at Strasburg.
Mrs. Clarissa Margaret Miller
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Mar 1915
STANLEY
We this week chronicle the death of Mrs. Clarissa Margaret Miller, of near Marksvile, on last Friday, aged 77 years, 1 month and 21 days. She ate a hearty breakfast and went to her room and sat in her chair where she was accustomed to sit and her daughter heard her fall and ran to her assistance. She expired in a few minutes. She was paralyzed several months ago and has been very weak ever since. She has not been well for several years. She leaves one son Thomas J. Miller, of Pittsburg, Pa., and three daughters Viz.: Mrs. Mattie Auforth, of Pittsburg, Mrs. Sallie Koontz, at home, and Miss Essie Miller, of Washington, D.C., brother two sisters: W.H. Keyser, Mrs. Mary Bailey and Mrs. Isaac N. Graves. She was a member of the M.E. Church South… Her funeral was preached at Graves Chapel Sunday, at 2 o’clock p.m., by Elder R.H. Pittman… after which her remains were interred in Grave’s Chapel cemetery to await the general resurrection.
Edith May Miller
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Aug 1917
MORNING STAR
Death
Mrs. Edith May Muller, wife of Titus Miller, on the 28 day of July, 1917, fell quietly and peacefully asleep in Jesus at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Nichols near Morning Star...
She was in her eighteenth year of age... early in life connected herself with the Disciples church at Antioch.
A little less than one year ago she was a beautiful young bride...
The funeral and burial services were conducted by the Rev. P.L. Snapp and interment took place in the cemetery near by...
Hampton H. Miller
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Mar 1914
DEATH OF HAMPTON H. MILLER
Hampton H. Miller, one of the early residents of Shenandoah City, and a well known man in this part of the Valley, died of cancer at 10 a.m., on Wednesday in a hospital at Washington, D.C. His age was about 70 years. He had been in poor health for a long time. Mr. Miller our informant thinks, was born in Shenandoah county. For many years he was head boatman for William Milnes at the Furnace at Shenandoah, and had charge of many cargoes of pig iron floated down the river to Harper’s Ferry. After the coming of the Railroad did away with boat transportation, Mr. Miller remained in the employ of the Furnace Co. a number of years. He at one time was employed in the Railroad machine shop at Shenandoah City. He moved away from Shenandoah about 15 years ago and has been residing with his daughter, Mrs. L.H. Knighton, of Washington, D.C. The widow of the deceased, who is a sister of John P. Louderback, Geo. W. Louderback, and D.S. Louderback, deceased, of this county survives, but is in a critical state of health. Mr. Miller was a member of the Methodist church for many years and was a good citizen, highly respected in the county. His remains were brought to Shenandoah last night for interment. His son Amos who is a painter at Roanoke was in Shenandoah yesterday making arrangements for the burial. The surviving children are: Mrs. L.H. Knighton, of Washington, D.C., Mrs. Carrie Samuels, of Hagerstown, William and Charles Miller, of Pennsylvania, Amos Miller, of Roanoke, and two younger sons and two daughters who reside in Washington D.C.
Mrs. Mary A. Miller
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Dec 1911
Oldest Native of Luray Dies
Mrs. Mary A. Miller, a venerable and beloved lady whose long life was entirely spent in Luray, died at her home on Broad Street at 11:30 o’clock last Saturday night, aged 84 years, 2 months and 16 days.
Until about six months ago Mrs. Miller’s health was excellent and she enjoyed all the pleasures of a green old age. Since then her vital forces have gradually weakened. Her final illness lasted about two weeks…
Mrs. Miller was born in the old Buracker home in Luray which was occupied by her sister Miss Ann Buracker, deceased, in more recent years and was torn down about ten years ago. No doubt Mrs. Miller was the oldest living native of Luray. With one or two exceptions she was the oldest resident of the town. Along with the other Buracker heirs she signed the deed for the Mt. Carmel church lot in 1849… Her residence for many of the last years of her life was beside the Mt. Carmel edifice and while she never connected herself with the church body she loved the gospel she heard there…
Mrs. Miller was the widow of W.A.J. Miller who departed this life sixteen years ago. Her brothers and sisters, Joseph Buracker, Samuel Buracker, Mrs. Elizabeth Wheat and Miss Ann Buracker are now all dead, the last named dying about twelve years ago at the age of 88.
Mrs. Miller leaves the following children: J. Thomas Miller, of Elkton and Mrs. Robert W. Young, William M. Miller and Charles E. Miller, of Luray. The last named dwelt with his mother and tenderly cared for her in her declining years.
The funeral which took place on Monday evening was conducted by Eld. R.H. Pittman, the remains being interred in Green Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Hampton H. Miller (Rebecca) (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Jan 1915
DEATH OF MRS. HAMPTON MILLER
Mrs. Hampton H. Miller widow of Hampton Miller, deceased, one of the earliest residents of Shenandoah City, died very suddenly at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Carrie Samuels, in Washington, D.C., last Sunday aged 73 years, 6 months and 13 days.
Mrs. Miller had been in excellent health up to the time of her death. She at a hearty dinner suffering a stroke of apoplexy immediately after from which she died in a short time.
Mrs. Miller was a sister of John P. Louderback, George W. Louderback, and D.S. Louderback, deceased of this county, and Mrs. Julia Kernard of Pennsylvania, Mrs. Lizzie Miller, of Washington, D.C., and Mrs. Sarah Guard, of New Market. She is also survived by twelve children: Mrs. L.H. Knighton and Mrs. Carrie Samuels, of Washington, D.C., William and Charles Miller, of Pennsylvania, Amos Miller, of Roanoke and seven younger sons and daughters.
Mr. and Mrs. Miller moved from Shenandoah about fifteen years ago. For many years Mr. Miller had charge of boating the pig iron down the Shenandoah River for William Milnes who operated the furnace at Shenandoah before the railroad was built through this county.
Mrs. Miller was a highly respected Christian lady and was one of the earliest members of the Methodist church at Shenandoah. Her remains were brought to Shenandoah on Wednesday. The funeral was preached in the Methodist church by Rev. E.W. Brubaker. Interment taking place in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Rebecca Miller (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Jan 1915
MRS. REBECCA MILLER
The following notice of the death of Mrs. Rebecca Miller, giving further details than the account published last week, will be of interest to many.
Mrs. Rebecca Louderback Miller, died suddenly January 17th, in Hagerstown, Md., where she was visiting the home of her daughter Mrs. J.D. Sanders.
Mrs. Miller was born in Newport, Page County, Va., in 1841. On August 29th, 1865, she was married to Mr. H.H. Miller who died in Washington, D.C., last March. She was the mother of fourteen children, twelve of whom are living.
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Her funeral which took place in Shenandoah City on Wednesday January 20th, was attended by all her children, and numerous friends, she was laid to rest beside her husband.
Mrs. Miller is survived by three sisters and two brothers. Her children six sons and six daughters are;-
Mrs. L.H. Knighton, Mrs. Sue Yeager, Miss Alice Miller, C.B. miller and Byron Miller, of Washington D.C., W.H. Miller, and Harry Miller, of Altoona, Penn., Mrs. Playfair, B.A. Miller and John Miller, of Roanoke, Va. Mrs. J.D. Sanders and Mrs. Hattie Balderson of Hagerstown. She is also survived by 29 grand children and one great grand child.
William Albert Miller
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Oct 1915
W.A. MILLER KILLED WHEN TRAIN STRIKES AUTOMOBILE
William Albert Miller, of Gordonsville, Orange county, formerly of Page county, and a son of the late Samuel Miller, of this county, was struck and instantly killed Saturday when a Chesapeake and Ohio train crashed into his automobile on the railroad crossing on his farm almost at his front gate. Mr. Miller’s body was driven fully thirty years by the impact and parts of the automobile were strewn along the track for half a mile.
Mr. Miller moved to Orange county a few years ago, buying the Chapman farm. Only a few days ago he had received and was considering the sale of the property at a fancy figure.
The crossing where he was killed was on his farm only a few hundred yards from his house. The road crosses the railroad at the end of a cut and we have been informed that it was Mr. Miller’s intention to have the bank removed in the near future so that an approaching train could be seen.
He married Miss Annie Welton of Canada about twenty-five years ago, who survives him with one daughter, Miss Iowa Miller.
He leaves the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. I.N. Bowers, Mrs. J.B. Aleshire, and David Miller, of Page, and Mrs. M.C. Gay of Melrose, Rockingham county, and Peter S. Miller of Kentland, Indiana.
William Albert Miller, was born at the present I.N. Bowers place, on Mill Creek, the old Miller homestead, June 9, 1867. He left Page county in 1883 and located in Kansas for a few years. He then spent 21 years in Arkansas and returned to Virginia four years ago, soon afterwards buying the Chapman place in Orange county. On Aug. 28, 1889, just before moving to Arkansas, Mr. Miller married Miss Anna Maude Welton, then of Arkansas but a native of Canada who survives him. Mrs. Miller has been almost an invalid for several years. During his residence in the West. Mr. Miller was a merchant, farmer, traveling man, clerk in a wholesale house and real estate agent. He was possessed of great energy and unusual business ability and accumulated a large estate. He was recently offered $45,000 for his place near Gordonsville, formerly owned by Col. William H. Chapman…
The remains were brought here for interment, accompanied by Mrs. James Welton, nother of Mrs. Miller, and the only daughter, also by David F. Miller, I.N. Bowers and S.R. Aleshire who went to Orange on Sunday. The funeral services were conducted by Eld. R.H. Pittman at the home of I.N. Bowers and the remains interred in the family graveyard nearby…
William R. Milton
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Sep 1917
DEATH OF WM. R. MILTON
William R. Milton of Grove Hill this county, one of the most respected and popular citizens of Southern Page died of heart trouble at his home at eight o'clock Tuesday morning, aged seventy-five years. His health began to fail about five months ago and for nearly a month he has been confined to his home.
Mr. Milton was a native of Greene county but came to Page in early life. He was a gallant and loyal Confederate soldier and was a brother of John Milton who have his life for the Lost Cause. It is the testimony of comrades that Virginia did not furnish Lee's army any fner truer soldiers than the Milton brothers... though he began life without means he accumulated a large estate by honorable methods. In early life he was a Shenandoah River boatman and a at different times was a carpenter, car repairer, N. & W. section boss and farmer.
Mr. Milton leaves a widow who was Midd Delilah Brown, a daughter of Daniel F. Brown, deceased, of this county. He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Peggy Dorrough, of Shenandoah. The surviving children are James Milton, of Gordonsville, Edward, and Benjamin Milton and Mrs. Philip Ruffner, of Shenandoah, Mrs. W.E. Bumgardner, of Verbena, Mrs. George H. Dovel, of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Harry, Miss Annie and Miss Nellie Milton of Grove Hill... The funeral and interment which took place at the U.B. church at Shenandoah yesterday was conducted by Rev. M. Fadely, of Harrisonburg...
Mrs. Fannie A. Modesitt
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Jul 1917
DEATH OF MRS. MODESITT
Mrs. Fannie A. Modesitt, age 59 years, wife of W.S. Modesitt, of near Long, died at 9 p.m., on Monday after several months illness with cancer...
The deceased was a consistent member of the Old School Baptist church for many years... Before marriage she was Miss Fannie A. Kiblinger, of this county.
She is survived by her husband and two daughters, Mrs. Grover C. Miller, of Luray and Miss Lizzie Modesitt at home. She is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: J.D. Kiblinger, and W.E. Kiblinger of Fishersville, and Miss Lelia Ann Kiblinger, of Page and Mrs. Flora B. Osburn, of Westville, Ohio, and two half sisters Mrs. William H. Miller and Mrs. Herbert Cave, both of Page...
The funeral was held from her late home at 10 a.m., on Wednesday conducted by Eld. R.H. Pittman. Interment took place in the graveyard nearby.
Hubert E. Monger
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Feb 1916
DEATH OF HUBERT E. MONGER
Hubert E. Monger the well known contractor who was a foreman on the construction of the Luray water system and later in charge of work on the Shenandoah River Light and Power Plant at Luray, met his death in tragic manner Wednesday morning. Slipping down an embankment while hunting rabbits Mr. Monger was killed by the accidental discharge of a shot gun which he carried a load of No. 4 shot going through his brain and causing instant death. The accident occurred on the bank of the Shenandoah River near the home of George Monger, one and one-half miles Northwest of Elkton.
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Mr. Monger and his son, Willie Monger were employed on the dam being built near Grove Hill, this county. They decided to hunt wild ducks along the Shenandoah River Wednesday morning until the weather was warm enough to begin work. Rabbit tracks were noticed in the snow on an embankment and the younger man had passed on ahead in search of the game.
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An inquest was decided to be unnecessary.
Mr. Monger was a son of Joseph Monger and was forty-two years old. His wife was Miss Lelia Strole, daughter of Noah Strole, of near Shenandoah, Page county. He had been for many years an active member of the United Brethren church.
Surviving him besides his wife, are three sons, Leon, Willie and Coltie Monger, all of Elkton; and three daughters, Mrs. Eugene Miller, of East Point; Misses Virginia and Florine Monger, at home.
The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon at Elk Run church. Services will be conducted by Rev. G.T. Gainer. Interment will be in the cemetery near the church...
Mrs. John W. Monger
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Sep 1916
DEATH OF MRS. J.W. MONGER
Mrs. John W. Monger, sixty years old, died of Bright’s disease at 8 o’clock Wednesday morning at the home of her husband near Furnace No. 2. She had been ill for about eighteen months.
Besides her husband, Mrs. Monger is survived by three sons, Thomas, Archibald and Danson Monger; two daughters, Mrs. Maggie Lam, of near Furnace, and Mrs. Gertie Miller, of Baltimore.
Mrs. Miller arrived a week ago and was at the bedside of her mother when the end came. Mrs. Monger was Miss Jennie Deering.
Funeral services were held from the Methodist church at Furnace at 2 o’clock yesterday. Interment in the Koontz cemetery on Naked Creek.
Ambrose Moore
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Dec 1913
DEATH OF FAITHFUL OLD SERVANT
Ambrose Moore, aged about 80 years, died at the home of Jacob W. Ruffner on Sunday, after a week’s illness. For many years, from early childhood till his death he had been a faithful servant in the family of Reuben Ruffner and son Jacob, having been taken to raise by the elder Ruffner at the age of 11 years. He was unmarried always devoting his time and attention to the interests of the Ruffner family. He had not been to Luray with the exception of one visit last summer for some nine or ten years. He was born in the Stanley neighborhood. His death was the result of causes incident to old age, but he was taken a great deal worse a week before the end. Eld. R.H. Pittman, of the Old School Baptist church, conducted the services, the remains being interred in the Ruffner graveyard.
Mrs. Emma Morris
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Apr 1915
Death at Grove Hill
Mrs. Emma Morris, widow of W.J. Morris, of Grove Hill died Wednesday night after three weeks illness with typhoid fever aged about fifty years. She was the daughter of Jacob Kite deceased and is survived by an aged mother, Mrs. Catherine Kite, and the following brothers: Charles Kite, of Ingham, D.L. Kite, of Grove Hill, Philip Kite, of Elkton, James Kite, of Pennsylvania and another brother living in the West. She leaves a number of children including William, Melvin, Ellis, M.C. and Ethel Morris, Mrs. A.L. Moubrey and Ms. Minnie Shifflett.
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The funeral which will take place at 2 o'clock this evening will be conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby.
James E. Morris
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 Oct 1914
OBITUARY OF JAMES E. MORRIS
James E. Morris was born May 31, 1830, in Leaksville, Page county, Va., died Oct. 6, 1914, being 84 years, 4 months and 5 days of age. He was married to Sarah Jane Shuler Aleshire, July 12, 1866. To this union five children were born: viz.; George W. Morris, Loveland, Colorado, Martha L. Mummery, A.J. Morris, Anna B. Morris, and T.A. Morris, who lived near the old home and survive him; nine grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. He served four years in the Confederate army fighting for a cause which he believed at that time to be right. He was an active member of the Christian church, of Leaksville, Virginia, and died in the Christian faith. He moved with his family in the Spring of 1884 to Reno county, Kansas, his present home. His loving wife passed away 20 years ago. Mr. Morris resided with his son and daughter on the old home place, until the angel of the Lord came and called him home. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Swein and Rev. W.B. Stevens at his home October 8, at 1:30 p.m. He was laid to rest in the Wield-Meade cemetery in Nickerson, Kans.
Mrs. Susan Moyer
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Sep 1917
DEATH OF MRS. SUSAN MOYER
Mrs. Susan Moyer, aged 83 (88?) years, 8 months and 22 days... died on Friday Aug. 31st, at 1:30 p.m. after a prolonged illness due to old age.
The deceased was the widow of the late Joseph Moyer, who died 1890, Mrs. Moyer was before marriage Miss Susan Freeze, daughter of the late Jacob and Ann Freeze, and a sister of John Freeze, deceased, of Luray. She was the last surviving of the Freeze family. A strange co-incidence of the family is that each died in rotation as to ages.
Mrs. Moyer was married to her late husband at the age of 22 years. She had been a consistent member of the Old School Baptist church since 16 years of age... She was baptized and married by the late Eld. Ambrose Booton.
She is survived by the following sons:- Benj. F. Moyer, of Bellevernon, Pa., J.J. Moyer, Milton V., M. Lee., P.W., Wm. T., D.D. and T. Ashby Moyer, all of Page. She is also survived by 48 grandchildren and 30 great grand children.
The funeral was held from the home of her son T. Ashby Moyer, with whom she resided on Sunday, at 2:30 p.m., conducted by her pastor, Edl. R.H. Pittman. Interment took place in the Moyer graveyard nearby.
Fred Nauman
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jul 1919?
STANLEY
Died
Fred Nauman, son of Oke Nauman deceased, who had been at the Western State hospital for the past six months, died Saturday. His remains was brought home and buried at Leak's Chapel, Monday afternoon. He leaves a wife and several children and mother Mrs. J.R. Short, of Luray, four brothers, Lester, Grover and Jake, of Stanley and Charles Nauman, of Wilmington, Del. and one sister, Mrs. Ernest Mayes.
Fred Nauman
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Aug 1919?
DEATH OF F.W. NAUMAN
Fred W. Nauman, a respected and thrifty citizen of near Honeyville, died on Saturday at the Western State Hospital where he had been under treatment for some time. Mr. Nauman is survived by a widow, three children and the following brothers and sisters: Grover, Charles, Jacob and Lester Nauman and Mrs. Ernest Mayes. The funeral which took place at Leak's Chapel on Monday was conducted by several ministers, the remains being interred in the family graveyard. Mr. Nauman was a consistent member of the Brethren church.
Hiram G. Nauman
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Feb 1914
HIRAM G. NAUMAN PASSES AWAY
Hiram G. Nauman, one of the most highly respected citizens of Holt county, died at the family home eleven miles northeast of Craig, on Saturday last. Mr. Nauman was born in Page county, Va., March 20, 1847; died January 17, 1914, aged 66 years 10 months and 27 days.
He was united in marriage to Eleanor C. Kite, February 8, 1869. Mrs. Nauman was drowned in the flood of 1870. He was united in marriage the second time to Mary S. Dovell, November 16, 1871. The widow and six children are left to mourn his death- four girls and two boys, Stella Buford, Carr Victor, Lelia Clyde, Emma Virginia Walkup, Hiram Elmer and Mary Elizabeth Griffith.
He leaves five brothers and two sisters, J.S. Nauman, of Craig, John W. Nauman, of Craig, P.S. Nauman of Waunah, Minn., D.C. Nauman, of Mound City, E.T. Nauman, of Gettysburg, S.D., Mrs. W.T. Dovell of Craig and Mrs. Isaac Griffith, of Mound City.
In boyhood he united with the German Lutheran church at his home near Luray. After moving with his family from Virginia to Holt county, Mo., in 1881, he united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church at Pleasant View...
... The funeral services were conducted by Rev. F.P. Brewster, of Craig at 1 o'clock, January 18. Interment was in the New Liberty cemetery- Craig, (Mo.) Leader, Jan. 23.
George W. Neff
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Oct 1918
DEATH OF GEORGE W. NEFF
George W. Neff, a native of Wythe county, and who several years ago married Mrs. James W. Webster, of Oak Hill, this county, died under peculiar sad circumstances at his former home in Wythe county on Monday of this week. Several days ago Mr. Neff received information that his sister, Mrs. Howard Cave, was dead at her home in Wyther county and at one started to attend his funeral. Soon after his arrival there another sister was suddenly taken ill and died in a short time. When about ready to return to his home in Page Mr. Neff became ill also and died on Monday. As stated, all three of the deaths it is said, being due to pneumonia following an attack of Spanish Influenza. The burial of Mr. Neff also took place in Wythe county, though this it is supposed will only be until preparations cane be made for his reinterment in Page.
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Mrs. Neff before her marriage was the widow of the well known saw mill man of Springfield district, and is a daughter of the late Andrew Alger of Rileyville. She with the children, one only a few days old, survive him... Mr. Neff was about 37 years of age.
L.A. (Lewis Albert) Nichols
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Jan 1913
In Memoriam
In sad but loving memory of our dear father L.A. Nichols who departed this life Dec. 24, 1912, aged 79 years, three months and 7 days. He resided near Graves Mill, Madison county. He leaves a widow and ight children to mourn his death with three children gone on before him. He had two sons, G.G. Nichols and Harry W. Nichols, six daughters, Mrs. Mary Mauck, Mrs. W.F. Griffith, Mrs. Martha Jarrel, Mrs. Drucilla Davis, Mrs. Nellie Jenkins and Mrs. Fannie Rosser, all of whom live in Madison county excepting Mrs. W.T. Griffith, who lives in Prince William county, near Manassas… an old soldier having served three years… He was a good Christian man having united with the Baptist church about twenty-five years ago…
Written by his daughter, G.F.G.
Ruby Estelle Nichols
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Oct 1917
Ida
Mr. and Mrs. Lester Nichols, of Greencastle, Pa., buried their infant daughter, Ruby Estelle, aged 11 months on the Andrew Smith place on Monday, Eld. D.N. Spitler conducting the service. Mr. Nichols was here last week and was called home Saturday by the news of his child's illness finding it dead on his arrival. Many old friends here sympathize with the young parents in their sorrow.
David P. Nicholson
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jul 1918
DEATH OF D.P. NICHOLSON
David P. Nicholson, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.O. Nicholson, of Syria, departed this life at his home on June 22nd. He is survived by seven brothers and three sisters, besides his parents.
Funeral services were conducted by Elder Warren Corbin.
Mrs. Mary Nicholson
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Jun 1914
SHULER
Mrs. William Nicholson who was burned to death in the Fort was not a daughter of Thomas Nicholson as was reported. Will Nicholson was a son of Jake Nicholson and was raised by his uncle Thomas Nicholson. He married Miss Mary Huddle, of near Tom’s Brook, Shenandoah county.
Miss Ada Offenbacker
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Jul 1914
Stanley
Died
Miss Ada Offenbacker died at the home of her sister, Mrs. A.J. Foltz, last Friday night, aged 40 years and 23 days. She had been in ill health for some time. The immediate cause of her death was tuberculosis.
She was a daughter of the late T.M. Offenbacker and is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Jacob and Vernon Offenbacker, of Illinois, and Solon Offenbacker, of Luray, and Mrs. W.H. Rogers, Mrs. A.J. Foltz and Mrs. Julia Wright, all of Page.
Her remains were interred in Graves' Chapel cemetery Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. E.W. Brubaker conducted the services, assisted by Revs. J.R. Brown and A.P. Boude.
Hiram Offenbacker
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Jan 1919
DIES AT RIPE OLD AGE
Hiram Offenbacker, aged 72 years, died at his home near Alma, on Sunday, December 29th. Mr. Offenbacker was a gallant ex-Confederate soldier and served throughout the war between the States with honor and distinction. Mr. Offenbacker made his home with his sister Miss Sallie Offenbacker who survives with, Mrs. Henrietta Foltz and Mrs. Adaline Davis, both of Honeyville, Kan., and Mrs. John W. Phillips and Mrs. Geo. Good, of Stanley. Mr. Offenbacker had been a great sufferer for a number of years with Bright's disease which was the cause of his death.
Mrs. Barbara Painter
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Mar 1916
DEATH NEAR STANLEY
Mrs. Barbara Painter, widow of Isaac Painter, died of tuberculosis on Thursday evening, March 16th, at the home of her daughter Mrs. Thaddeus Mayes, near Stanley, aged 67 years. She had been in poor health for a long time. Mrs. Painter’s husband has been dead six or seven years. She was a sister of W.D. (“Kit”) Short of Stanley and Thomas and Samuel Short, of Missouri, and leaves the following children: Peter Painter and Mrs. Thaddeus Mayes, of Stanley and Hubert Painter, of Pennsylvania. The funeral was conducted at the Adventist church by Eld. John B. Jenkins, of the Primitive Baptist church in the tenets of which body the deceased was a believer. The interment took place in the Abram Painter graveyard…
Charles Painter
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Nov 1919
DEATH AT SHENANDOAH
Charles Painter, of Shenandoah, a Norfolk and Western brakeman about thirty five years of age, died suddenly of heart disease on Tuesday morning. His health had not been good for a number of months but he continued at his work. Mr. Painter was a son of Peter C. (Candy) Painter, deceased, and is survived by a widow and one child. His wife is a daughter of Hiram Freeze, of this county. He also leaves the following brothers and sisters: Harvey and John Painter, of Stanley, Ernest Painter, of Madison county, Mrs. William Aleshire, of Ohio, Mrs. Ashby Comer, of Alma, this county, and Mrs. Henry Dofflemoyer, of Hagerstown... Funeral and interment at Shenandoah.
Mrs. John Painter (Ella)
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 May 1918
DEATH OF MRS. JOHN H. PAINTER
Mrs. John H. Painter, aged 55 years, wife of a well known citizen of the Stanley neighborhood, died at the Charlottesville hospital this week. She was taken to that institution a few days ago and is reported to have succumbed soon after an operation was performed... She was a daughter of Peter Painter an aged citizen of Stanley... She is survived by a husband and 9 or 10 children... She was a member of the Old School Baptist church, her funeral being conducted by Elder J.B. Jenkins. The interment took place in the Adventist cemetery.
Mrs. John Painter (Ella) (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Jul 1918
IN LOVING REMEMBRANCE OF MY DEAR WIFE
Ellie F. Painter who departed this life May 10th, 1918, aged 55 years, 8 months and 14 days. She leaves to mourn her loss, husband and the following children: Mrs. David Wilson and Mrs. Luther Sours, James C., Marvin L., Lester F., Cletus, Lloyd Painter, Effie the youngest child at home with her father.
Martin V.B. Painter
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Nov 1917
DEATH OF M.V.B. PAINTER
Martin V.B. Painter, of near Alma, died Saturday night of dropsy aged sixty-eight years. While he had been afflicted with this disease for eight or ten years his death was unexpected as he was in Luray a day or two before his decease. Mr. Painter had been a consistent member of the Old School Baptist church at Alma for twenty years. He married a daughter of the late John W. Seekford, of Alma, and is survived by his widow as well as the following children: Arch, Harold and Clarence Painter, of Page, Kirby Painter, of Delaware, and Mrs. Rosa Miller, of Baltimore. Mr. Painter's funeral which took place at Alma church at 2 p.m., Tuesday was conducted by his pastor, Eld. R.H. Pitman.
The deceased was an uncle of Eld. George W. Painter, of near Luray.
Myrtle Belvy Painter
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Jan 1919
MYRTLE BELVY PAINTER
Myrtle Belvy Painter, died Jan. 3, 1919, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Abram Painter one mile West of Stanley. She was 25 years, 9 months and 20 days old. She was a long sufferer of inward spasms ever since she was 6 months old. She bore her aflictions patiently, always when rallying from the severest of her afflictions, she was asked how she fel, her answer was always, "I feel all right."... She leaves to mourn her loss, her parents and the following brothers and sisters: George, Raymond and Russell Painter, of Charlestown, W.Va., Arthur C. Painter, of Stanley and Cornelous Painter at home. Mrs. John Painter, Mrs. Weller Painter, of Stanley and Mrs. Willie Wittington, of Hall Town, W.Va. Her funeral was conducted on Sunday at the Adventist church at eleven o'clock by Rev. John Jenkins.
Peter C. Painter
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Nov 1915
DEATH OF PETER C. PAINTER
Peter C. Painter of Joseph, of Alma, died on last Thursday night of dropsy after a long illness, aged 63 years and 14 days. He is mourned by a widow who was a daughter of John Price, deceased and the following children. Ernest Painter, of Rappahannock county, Va. Mrs. J.W. Aleshire, of Ohio, Mrs. Bessie Dofflemoyer, of Hagerstown, Mrs. Mamie Comer, Mrs. Minnie Freeze, and John, Harvey, Charles and Miss Effie Painter, of Page county, Va. The funeral which took place on Saturday was conducted by Eld. John B. Jenkins, and the remains were interred in the old Painter graveyard.
For years the deceased was the mail carrier from Luray to Honeyville. He was well and favorably known to the people and was a good citizen and a member of Leaksville Christian church.
Mrs. Polly Painter (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Mar 1915
Death of Mrs. Polly Painter
Mrs. Polly Painter, widow of Joseph Painter, died at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, at her home in the Petefish pond neighborhood near Stanley, aged 77 years, Death followed a long period of feeble health and was due to causes incident to old age. She was confined to her bed but a very short time. Mrs. Painter is survived by two sons, Weller Painter and M.V.B. Painter by one daughter, Mrs. Charles Knight and by two step-children Mrs. W.P. Donovan and Eld. T.H. Painter, all of Page county. She was a sister of M.V.B., Peter and Doc Painter, Mrs. Fannie Jenkins and Mrs. J.M. Nauman, of this county. Her husband died two years ago. She was the oldest member of the Painter family and as such was an honored and beloved figure at the Painter reunion held every year near Stanley. “Aunt Polly” as she was affectionately called, had been a member of the Methodist church for many years…
The funeral took place at the Adventist church yesterday.
Mrs. Polly Painter (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Apr 1915
Mrs. Polly Painter was buried at the Advent cemetery, last Friday, Rev. A.P. Boude preached her funeral.
Mrs. Susan Painter
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Aug 1918
DEATH OF MRS. PAINTER
Mrs. Susan Painter, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Isaac Turner, in Egypt Bend section, four miles west of Luray last Friday, Mrs. Painter had been ill for several months, beginning with a case of cramp colic, other complications arising later... She made her home chiefly with her daughter, Mrs. Sarah Mayes, near Stanley, though at intervals visited all her children... She is survived by the following children: C.W., Barney, Newton and Ambrose Painter, Mrs. Isaac Turner and Mrs. Sarah Mayes. Her funeral was conducted on Sunday by Elder J.B. Jenkins of the Old School church, of which she had long been a member...
The interment took place near Stanley. She was 85 years of age.
Mrs. Thomas Painter (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jun 1915
Death of Mrs. Thomas Painter
Mrs. Fannie Painter, aged 49 years, wife of Eld Thomas Painter, of near Stanley, died last Saturday about 11 p.m., after an illness of short duration. Before marriage she was Miss Fannie Mayes, daughter of Frank Mayes, deceased. Besides her husband she is survived by the following children, Bryan and Miss Florence Painter, Mrs. Sam Price and Mrs. John Blosser, all of this county, and the following brothers and sisters: William, Lee and Elbert Mayes, and Mrs. Chas Painter, of this county and Mrs. Annie Hopkins, of Philadelphia. The funeral took place at the Adventist church at 2 p.m. on Monday conducted by Elds. Keimes and R.D. Hottel, of New Market.
Mrs. Thomas Painter (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jun 1915
Stanley
Mrs. Thomas Painter died Saturday night at her home a short distance west of Stanley. She leaves a husband, several children and brothers and sisters.
Mrs. Susan Pence
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Mar 1913
Death at Shenandoah
Mrs. Susan Pence, a highly respected old lady, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jack Austin, in Shenandoah on Tuesday, at the age of 84 years. Her deceased was due to the effects of old age. She leaves the following children: Mrs. Austin, Casper Pence and John Henry Pence, of Shenandoah, and Mrs. Carrie Powell, of Baltimore. She also leaves a sister, Mrs. Amanda Higgs, of Shenandoah. The deceased was a Miss Crofts, of Page. Her husband died forty years ago. She was a consistent member of the Dunkard church and her funeral was conducted by Eld. D.W. Strickler, of that denomination, the interment taking place in the M.E. cemetery at Shenandoah.
Mrs. Eliza A. Pendergast
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Mar 1918
DEATH OF MRS. PENDERGAST
Mrs. Eliza A. Pendergast, wife of J. Thomas Pendergast, died at their home near Stanley, on Tuesday evening the 26th inst., of a complication of diseases, some of which were of long standing. Her age was 73 (78?) years, 12 months and 23 days. She is survived by her husband, two sons, Messrs. James H. and Lester Pendergast, and one daughter, Mrs. A. Poe Boude, also by two brothers, Calvin H. Cave and John H. Cave, Esqs., and one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Wolfersberger, these last living in the vicinity of Mauck.
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She was converted and joined the Methodist church when she was 17 years old... She was buried at Graves' Chapel on Thursday, Rev. L.L. Lowance, her pastor conducting the services.
Marvin Petefish (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 May 1918
Stanley
Deaths
Marvin Petefish, son of Wm. T. Petefish, of Stanley, died last Friday morning of pneumonia, aged 34 years, 2 months and 29 days. He leaves a father and the following brothers, Edward and Virgil Petefish, of Stanley, Ernest Petefish now in France and Walter Petefish of Norfolk, Va., who attended the funeral.
Marvin Petefish (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 May 1918
MARVIN PETEFISH DIES
Marvin Petefish, son of W.T. Petefish, died of pneumonia at his home in Stanley last Friday. His illness was of short duration, his disease being of such an aggravated and obstinate type as to render impossible even from the first any hope of recovery. He was in the 35th year of his age... A father and four brothers survive him. The brothers are Virgil Petefish, an undertaker of Stanley, Edward Petefish, of the same place, Walter Petefish, of Norfolk, Va., and Ernest Petefish, now with General Pershing in France. The funeral was conducted by Revs. A.P. Boude and L.L. Lowance.
Mrs. Susan Pettit
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Nov 1914
DEATH OF FORMER PAGE LADY
Mrs. Susan Pettit wife of Henry Pettit, of Timberville Rockingham county, formerly of Marksville this county died at her home about 6 o'clock Sunday morning after a long and painful illness with cancer.
Mrs. Pettit, was 73 years old and was before marriage a Miss Pence, of Page County, Mrs. Pettit had been a member of the Christian church for many years... Besides her husband she is survived by three sons: William of Hagerstown, and Theodore and Charles Pettit at home; and four daughters: Mrs. William Stroop, Mrs. William Riggleman and Misses Mary and Ida Pettit, all of Rockingham county.
The funeral was conducted from the Timberville Christian church by her pastor Rev. R.L. Williamson, of Luray at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning. Interment took place in the church cemetery.
Bernard A. Phillips
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Mar 1915
STANLEY
Bernard A. Phillips, one of the noblest young men in our community, died of tuberculosis last Wednesday, Feb. 24th, at one o'clock a.m., aged 24 years, 8 months and 21 days. He leaves a widowed mother, one brother Claude Phillips, of W.Va., who got home after his brother was buried, and three sisters, Elma Phillips, of Roanoke, Mrs. Essie Manning, of Shenandoah, and Lizzie at home... He has been a consistent member of the M.E. Church South, for about 4 years... He clerked in several stores...
David L. Pleasants
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
DIES IN HAGERSTOWN
David L. Pleasants, of Hagerstown, aged 35 years, formerly of Luray, died of pneumonia after five days illness on Thursday of last week at the home of his brother, Joseph Pleasants at Portsmouth, O., where the deceased, with his wife and five children were on a visit. The remains were buried at Hagerstown on Monday.
Mr. Pleasants leaves a widow who was Miss Anna Lee Smith, daughter of James Smith, of this county, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Adam Kidwiler, of Bakerton, W.Va., Mrs. Tom Dixon, of Hagerstown, Mrs. John Purdham, of Hagerstown, Joseph and Marcus Pleasants, of Portsmouth, O., Christopher Pleasants, of Pittsburg, Pa., Alfred T. Pleasants, of Luray and Mrs. Lily Pleasants, of Hambleton, W.Va. His aged mother, Mrs. C.S. Pleasants, of Luray, who was in Hagerstown with her children's families... The deceased was a member of the Baptist church...
Mrs. Julia Ann Possman
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Feb 1919
DEATH OF MRS. POSSMAN
Mrs. Julia Ann Possman, aged 78 years, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Simeon Keyser near Ingham on Saturday, February 8th, after a lingering illness, she having been paralyzed about a year ago. Her funeral was conducted on Tuesday at her late home by Rev. B.. Earp. Mrs. Possman was a daughter of the late Royal Alger, and had made her home with her sister, Mrs. Simeon Keyser for a number of years.
Iva Estelle Presgraves
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Jun 1915
Death of Young Girl
Iva Estelle Presgraves, aged ten years, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Presgraves, died about six o'clock on Sunday morning, after an illness of six weeks with dropsy and quinsy. She was first taken sick at the G.C. Robertson funeral, but recovered and continued her studies at the high school until the last day when she was forced to go home, since which time she has been confined to the bed, gradually growing weaker.
... one of the most faithful attendants at the Baptist Sunday school when able to be out.
Besides her parents she is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Emanuel Presgraves, of North Carolina; Mrs. Virgie Tritipo and Miss Rena Presgraves, of Washington, D.C., Eddie Presgraves, of Oregon, Grover Presgraves, of Illinois, and Miss Rosa and Cecil Presgraves and Mrs. Charles Bowen of Page.
The funeral took place at the Presgraves home at noon on Tuesday, conducted by Rev. Geo. F. Cook. Interment took place in the cemetery at Antioch...
Casper L. Price
Page News & Courier, Tuesday 27 May 1920?
DEATH OF CASPER L. PRICE AFTER LONG ILLNESS
Casper L. Price, owner of a small farm near the Intersection on the Lee Highway at the foot of the Massanutten mountain, in this county, died at ten o’clock on Sunday night after six months declining health. Death is attributed to cancer from which he had been suffering for six months. He was confined to the house for the last six weeks.
Mr. Price who was the son of Andrew Price, deceased, of this county, died in his sixty-seventh year. He was an industrious and useful man. In addition to looking after his place he did much hauling and bark work and was also employed by the Massanutten farmers. He lost his wife who was Miss Nancy Dinges, sister of the late Mrs. Button Rothgeb, of Luray, several years ago. His survived children are John W. Price, of the Intersection, Clarence Price, of Battle Creek, this county, Mrs. Joe Duncan, of the Intersection, and Miss Lena Price.
Mr. Price;s funeral will take place at the Alma Lutheran church at 11 a.m. today (Tuesday) with services by Eld. John B. Jenkins and interment in the graveyard at the church.
Mrs. Emma Jane Price
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jun 1918
DEATH OF MRS. CHAS. W. PRICE
After a prolonged illness with dropsy and complication of diseases, Mrs. Emma Jane Price, wife of Mr. Charles W. Price, departed this life at their home, 3 miles west of New Market, Va., at four o'clock on last Saturday evening, June 15, 1918. The deceased was one of eighteen children, and was born in Page county, Va., April 7, 1868. She was therefore aged 50 years, 2 months and 8 days. Her father Mr. A.J. Turner and his mother Mrs. Rebecca Turner died respectively 21 and 8 years ago. Mrs. Price is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Mr. Isaac Turner, of Page county; Mr. Frank Turner, Shenandoah, Va.; Mr. Albert Turner, Elkton, Va.; Messrs. Charles D. and W.T. Turner Hagerstown, Md.; Mr. Robert Turner, Newport, Va.; Mr. John Turner, Ingham, Va.; Mrs. Samuel Shomo, Shenandoah, Va.; Mrs. William Good, Ingham, Va.; and Mr. Grant Turner, New Market, Va. Her brother Mr. Jack Turner of Page county, Va., died about ten years ago and six of the other children in infancy.
The subject of this sketch and Mr. Charles W. Price were united in marriage May 20, 1889. They had the following children: Mrs. M.H. Lloyd (Nellie Mary), of Quicksburg, Va.; Mrs. Irvin Molden (Annie Virginia), of New Market, Va.; Mrs. Charles Prophet (Ada), of near New Market, Va.; Mrs. William Prophet (Lelia), and Mr. Grover Price, of Philadelphia, Pa.; and Mrs. George Getz (Beulah), of Savage, Md.
Mrs. Price had been a member of the Methodist church for the past twenty years...
Her remains were conveyed to New Market and interred in St. Matthew Lutheran cemetery, Rev. J.B. Derrick, officiating.- Shenandoah Valley, New Market, June 28th.
Hester Price
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Feb 1919
DEATH OF CHILD
Hester, little 9 year old daughter of Calvin Price, died at the home of her parents near Stanley on Saturday, February 22, after a brief illness of pneumonia. Her funeral took place at the Adventist cemetery on Sunday, services were conducted by Eld. J.B. Jenkins.
Israel Price
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Mar 1919
DEATH OF ISRAEL PRICE
Israel Price, died at his home in the Alma neighborhood on March 29th. Mr. Price was in his 27th year. He was a victim of influenza and had only been ill several days. He is survived by his wife, who was a Miss Bradley, daughter of Jacob Bradley, two small children and his parents Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Price. His burial took place at the Adventist cemetery the day following. Services were conducted by Eld. J.B. Jenkins.
Morgan Price
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Jun 1913
DIES AT A GREAT AGE
Morgan Price, a highly respected old citizen living in Jordan Hollow, near Marksville, died from the effects of old age on Tuesday night, aged about 83 years. His health had been failing for several years.
Mr. Price years ago was mail carrier from Mauck across the Ridge to Criglersville, a star route that has long been discontinued. He owned a place in the Ridge on which he resided with one of his sons. He leaves a widow and the following children: William Price, of Luray, David Price, Mrs. Charles L. Jenkins and Mrs. James Jenkins, of near Marksville, and Joseph Price, of Missouri. His widow was a sister of Rev. Thornton Taylor, deceased.
Mr. Price was a union veteran. All speak of him as law abiding, honest and industrious citizen. He was buried yesterday.
Thomas Price
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jun 1920
DEATH OF THOMAS PRICE
..?.. Thomas Price, former resident...?.. died in a hospital in Baltimore, Md. on last Friday morning. He died of measles complicated with other ailments, but had only been confined to the hospital from Monday until Friday. Mr. Price had been employed as a carpenter at Sparrows Point, Md., for two years since the 15th of last September. The deceased was a son of the late Mr. Andrew J. Price. He was born in Page county, Va., and was aged 38 years, 11 months and 6 days. He is survived by three brothers and three sisters- Mr. Ashby Price, Organ, Mo.; Mr. Casper Price, Page county, Va.; Mr. Charles Price, Forst City, Mo.; Mrs. Ida V. Dinges, near New Market, Va.; Mrs. Laura Price, New Lebanon, Ohio; and Mrs. Emma Comer, Stanley, Va. His remains arrived at New Market depot on the 2 o'clock train Saturday, and were thence conveyed to Alma, Va., and interred in the family lot in the graveyard with funeral services at 2 o'clock on last Sunday afternoon.- Shenandoah Valley, June 4.
William H. Price
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 May 1915
DEATH OF WM. H. PRICE
William H. Price, aged 69 years, 4 months and 4 days, died at his home on the West side of the River opposite the White House Tuesday morning after a lingering illness of about three months with tuberculosis. Mr. Price was a Confederate soldier and was a prosperous and respected citizen. He was a son of Elijah Price deceased. About two years ago he was stricken with a severe attack of pneumonia, since which time his health had not been good. Besides his widow he is survived by the following children: Charles, David and Irvin Price, Mrs. Clyde Rothgeb and Mrs. Peter S. Dovel all of this county. He is also survived by one sister Mrs. Hampton Burner, of Luray. His funeral, which took place at 2p.m. on Thursday was conducted by Eld. R.H. Pittman. Interment took place at the Price graveyard near Salem.
Benjamin F. Printz (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Aug 1916
DEATH OF B.F. PRINTZ
B.F. Printz, a native and for many years a resident of Page county, died yesterday morning at his home in Roanoke after a long illness, aged about 73 years. The deceased was a brother of A.S. Printz and Mrs. Caroline Printz, of Washington, D.C., Solon Printz, of Philadelphia, Mrs. Barbara Wise, of Culpeper county and Mrs. Mary Dobbs, of Grove Hill, this county. His wife, who survives him, was a Miss Hoak a sister of D.N., John T., I.F. and I.B. Hoak, of Page. He leaves the following children: Irenaeus and Raynie Printz, of Augusta county, Roy and Miss Carrie Printz and a married daughter in Roanoke. For many years Mr. Printz farmed in Augusta county. On account of his declining years he moved to Roanoke about six years ago to run a boarding house. He was an industrious and highly respected citizen. Funeral in Roanoke at 4 p.m., today.
Benjamin F. Printz (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Sep 1916
DEATH OF BENJAMIN F. PRINTZ
Roanoke, Va., Aug. 29, 1916.-
Benjamin F. Printz, aged 67 years, died at his home in Roanoke, on Thursday mornung, Aug. 31st at 5:40 o’clock, after an illness of several years. He leaves a widow, Mrs. Sarah C. Printz, and the following children: Messrs. Irenius Printz, of Stuarts Draft, Cyrenius Printz of Bluefield, W.Va., Roy F. Printz, of (not given) Miss Carrie A. Prinz and Mrs. P.L. Holcombe all of Roanoke. The funeral services were conducted from the residence Friday afternoon at 4 o’clock by Rev. C.K. Hunter.
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Many beautiful floral offerings were made and the remains were laid at rest in Evergreen Burial Park.
Mrs. Bettie Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 mar 1914
DEATH OF MRS. JAMES F. PRINTZ
Mrs. Bettie Printz, wife of James F. Printz of Wm., residing near Ida, died on Wednesday afternoon aged 65 years. Mrs. Printz had been…?.. paralyzed…. That time had practically been unable to walk. She had been confined to her bed for a week or two past, her death being brought on by a complication of diseases… was a consistent member of the Dunkard church for years. Surviving here are her aged husband two daughters, Mrs. Reuben Miller and Mrs. John Nichols, of Ida, two brothers D.N. Hoak of near Ida and Frank Hoak of near Kimball and three sisters, Mrs. Andrew Comer and Mrs. T.J. Price of the Hawksbill and Mrs. Lomie Printz, of Ida. The funeral which will be at the home at 10 o’clock this morning will be conducted by the ministers of the Dunkard church. Interment in the family graveyard close by.
Charles A. Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Jan 1918
DEATH OF CHAS. A. PRINTZ
Charles A. Printz, aged 62 years, died at 5:40 a.m., on Wednesday after 11 days illness with pneumonia... He was taken sick while butchering at Luray and was compelled to go home during the day, reaching home entirely exhausted, from that time he was seriously ill.
Mr. Printz was a son of Gabriel Printz, deceased, and is survived by a wife, who before marriage was Miss Sarah Jenkins and five children: Alfred and Miss Nena Printz at home Mrs. John Butler, Mrs. William Butler and Mrs. Samuel Butler, all residing in the immediate neighborhood. He is also survived by two brothers and two sisters: Andrew and David Printz, of Luray, Mrs. Edward Campbell, of Stony Man and Mrs. A.J. Workman of Shenandoah.
The funeral services were held at Mt. Zion Brethren church, of which he had been a member for many years, at 1 p.m., on Thursday. Elders Spitler and Jos. Foster conducitng the service. Interment took place in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Emily C. Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Feb 1918
Virginia Lady Dies in Texas
Mrs. Emily C. Printz, aged 74 years, died at her home in San Antonio, Texas, on December 25th with kidney trouble. She was the wife of L.H. Printz, formerly of Page county, a brother of Fancis and Charles H. Printz and Miss Mollie Printz of Page and Mrs. P.J. Warren, of Baltimore, Md.
Mrs. Printz was a native of Virginia and with her husband had resided in San Antonio for the past 18 years.
Besides her husband she is survived by four sons; N.F. and C.A. Printz, of San Antonio, Mel Printz now somewhere in France and H.L. Printz, of Indianapolis, Ind. Interment took place in San Antonio.
Jacob Abram Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Aug 1914
DEATH OF J.A. PRINTZ
Jacob Abram Printz died at 4:30 p.m., on Saturday at his home near Leaksville, aged 76 years, 10 months and 22 days. The immediate cause of his death was acute indigestion but his health had been declining for a year. He was in town on Thursday before his death, but was sick when he left for home and grew rapidly worse. He is survived by his widow who was Miss Elizabeth Sours, sister of Isaac Sours, dec’d, and seven children, as follows; Mrs. B.F. Hawkins, of Baltimore; Mrs. M.E. Crandall, of Washington, D.C.; Mrs. R.L. Beaver, of Luray, D.L. Printz, of Big Spring, Joseph M. Printz, of Rossburg, N.Y.; and William and Arthur Printz at home…
Mr. Printz was a Confederate veteran, having been a member of Co. D., 7th, Va., Cavalry. A Confederate flag was placed on his grave. He was for many years a member of the Lutheran church. His funeral, which took place on Tuesday after noon from the Christian church, at Leaksville, was conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby. His remains were laid to rest in the Leaksville cemetery…
James F. Printz, of William
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Aug 1919
DEATH OF CONFEDERATE VETERAN
James F. Printz, of William, aged seventy eight years, a respected and industrious citizen living near Ida this county, and a gallant Confederate soldier of Co. H. 33d Virginia, of which he was one of the last if not the last survivor in the county, died at his home at 8 o'clock a.m., on Wednesday. His health had been somewhat impaired since he was seriosuly injured by a barn door falling on him about a year ago, but he was able to go about his place and look after hus usual out door duries, until about a week before his death.
The deceased was born and lived his long life near Ida. He passed away at the home of his daughter Mrs. John W. Nichols, of the same neighborhood. Mrs. Reuben H. Miller, of Ida, is the only other surviving child. The wife of Mr. Printz who was a sister of D.N. Hoak, died five or six years ago. He leaves one brother, William Printz, of Culpeper county, and one sister, Mrs. Martha Lillard, of Nethers, Madison county...
The funeral which took place at the home at 3 p.m., yesterday was conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp.
John David Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Jun 1914
DEATH OF JOHN DAVID PRINTZ
John D. Printz, whose death was briefly reported in last week's issue, passed away at 6:15 Friday morning, June 5, 1914, aged 69 years, one month and nine days. He had been ill for a week, gangreen developing about one day before his deceased...
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Mr. Printz was the son of John Printz, deceased, and was born at the Isaiah Printz homestead, near Stony Man. Later he removed to the homestead of his ancestor, Captain George Printz, a native of Germany, who before the Revolution became the founder of the Printz family in the Valley, and it was at this beautiful country seat that he passed the rest of his days and breathed his last.
Mr. Printz is survived by one sister, Mrs. Belle Lucas, wife of Jas. F. Lucas, of Stony Man. The late Isaiah Printz was his brother. The other children who reached maturity were Irenaeus and Isabius Printz, both of whom were killed in the civil war. When the last of these fell John D. Printz, a stripling of sixteen or seventeen, took his brother's place in the ranks and served till the close of the war. He at first entered another branch of the service but afterwards secured his transfer to Mosby's command. In one of the battles his horse was killed under him, and in the fall crushed the rider's leg, a cause of suffering at intervals for the rest of Mr. Printz's life...
Mr. Printz leaves a widow, who was Miss Lavinia Printz, daughter of Lorenzo S. Printz, deceased, of Page, and the following children: Herbert Printz of Pittsburgh, Pa.; Rufus Printz, of Vienna, Va.; Miss Bertha Printz, of Brooklyn, N.Y.; Mrs. Paul Stewart, of Pittsburgh; George Printz, of near Pittsburgh, and John L., Miss Ida and Isaac L. Printz, who resided at the home place. All of the children were at the funeral, and on this sad occasion were gathered together at the old home for the first time for twenty-four years.
Mrs. Lavinia Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 AUg 1918
DEATH OF MRS. PRINTZ
Mrs. Lavinia Printz, widow of John David Printz, died on Tuesday of this week at her home near Stony Man (Blosserville) aged 69 years. Her death was very sudden and was due to heart disease, though for sometime her health had not been excellent. She was found dead in her chair just after eating a heaty supper... She had been a member of Mount Calvary Lutheran church since early childhood... Her father was the late Lorenzo Printz... Her mother before marriage was a Miss Lincoln, of Rockingham a relative of the late President Lincoln. Her funeral was conducted by her pastor, Rev. P.L. Snapp, at her late home on Friday morning at 10 o'clock, the interment taking place in the old Printz grave yard near her home. She is survived by eight children, viz: Herbert, at Worcester, Mass.; Rufus at Dunsmore, Va.; John and Isaac L., at home; George, at Pittsburgh; Miss Ida at home; Mrs. Bertha Schuyler, Preston, Cuba; Mrs. Paul Stewart, Pittsburgh.
Mrs. Lomie Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Mar 1916
DIED
Mrs. Lomie Printz, widow of Henry A. Printz, deceased, died on Friday, March 17th at her home near Ida, this county, aged fifty-eight years. Death was due to tuberculosis and followed a long period of ill health lasting several years. She was able to about almost to the last taking to her bed five days before her demise.
Mrs. Printz was a sister of David N., and I. Frank Hoak, Mrs. Andrew Comer and Mrs. T.J. Price, all of this county. Her husband died seven years ago. Surviving her are the following children: Miss Annie Printz, of Luray, Miss Carrie Printz, of Baltimore, Mrs. Homer Woodward and Miss Mamie Printz, of near Ida, this county, Mrs. Ida Blosser, residing at D.H. Hershberger’s on the Hawksbill near Luray, Marion Printz, of Culpeper county, and David and John D. Printz, of Barcroft, Fairfax county.
… She had been a member of the Lutheran church. The funeral which took place at her late home on Sunday was conducted by her pastor, Rev. P.L. Snapp. Interment in the family graveyard at D.N. Hoak’s.
Mr. Lovy Printz (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Mar 1915
Stanley
We head this (Monday) morning that Mr. Lovy Printz died Sunday on his son’s farm just West of Stanley.
Lovy Printz (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 26 Mar 1915
...illegible... a highly respected fomer citizen of Luray, died on Sunday morning at the farm of his son Raymond Printz, near Stanley. The deceased had been in failing health for three or four months, his ailment being dropsy. He was the son of Leonard Printz, deceased and was born near Stony Man 61 years ago. Some years back Mr. Printz was employed in the shipyards but more recently he had lived at Luray. About six months ago he moved to near Stanley...
He is survived by three sons, two residing in this county and one at Lestershire, N.Y., and by one daughter, Mrs. W.W. Copenhaver, of Winchester. He also leaves three brothers and two sisters, viz; L. Hiram Printz, of San Antonio, Tex, Francis M. Printz, of Springfield, O., Charles H. Printz and Miss Mollie Printz, of Stony Man, this county and Mrs. Pamily J. Warren, of Baltimore... the funeral which was conducted by Rev. Warren Baldwin at Antioch Christian church near Luray Wednesday morning, the remains being interred in the Antioch Cemetery.
Martin G. Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Sep 1911
Death of M.G. Printz
Martin G. Printz, an industrious and respected citizen, living just south of Luray, died yesterday morning just a little after midnight, aged seventy-two years. His final and fatal illness lasted about two weeks, but was preceded by years of poor health. Death was due to kidney trouble.
Mr. Printz leaves two brothers, Abram and Joseph, of this county. A widow who was a Miss Shaffer survives him, with four sons, Luther, Omer and Amiss, of near Luray, and Herbert Printz, of New York State.
The deceased served in Co. K., 10th Va. Regiment. He was a member of the Lutheran Church. The funeral which is set for 10 o’clock this morning, will be conducted by Rev. L.P. Snapp.
Mrs. Nancy Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Feb 1913
Death of Page’s Oldest Resident
Mrs. Nancy Printz, widow of the late Leonard Printz, died at her home one mile Southeast of Stony Man, this county, at half past five o’clock Wednesday evening. Has she lived until the 3d of next April she would have been ninety-eight years of age.
Mrs. Printz who had previously been fairly well and possessed of good sight and hearing and a clear mind, was paralyzed eight days before her death, pneumonia afterwards developing. She was conscious until the day of her death recognizing those about her and understanding what they said though unable to speak herself.
The deceased had friends of all ages by reason of her cheerful, sympathetic helpful nature… She was not content to give up the world and became a recluse, as old age grew upon her but never lost her habits of industry or ceased in her active care and solicitude for family… A member of the Disciples church from early years…
Mrs. Printz was a Miss Seal, of Madison county, changing her residence to Page county in early years. About 1842 she became the wife of Leonard Printz, a fine specimen of the virtues, industry and thrift of the German stock of Page county, who died in 1895 at the age of 82, after more than fifty years of congenial and happy married life. They lived at the present homestead near Stony Man since 1859. They reared a large family of children of whom the following survive: L. Hiram Printz, of San Antonio, Tex., Mrs. Pamily Warren, of Baltimore, Md., L.C. Printz, Charles H. Printz and Miss Mollie Printz, of Page county, Va., and Francis M. Printz, of Springfield, O…
Mrs. Printz’s funeral will be held at Antioch church at 11 a.m. Saturday, Rev. Warren Baldwin conducting the services. Interment at the church.
Mrs. Sam Printz
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Aug 1918
FATAL EFFECTS OF POISON
The remains of Mrs. Sam Printz were brought to Stanley for burial one day this week. Her death was due to a dose of poison taken in that city. The remains were accompanied to Stanley by Mr. Printz, his mother and brothers. Mrs. Printz was a daughter of Frank Jenkins, of Hagerstown. She died last Sunday morning. Mrs. Printz was 38 years of age and is survived by a husband and four children. The burial took place at the Adventist Church near Stanley on Monday.
Mrs. Julia A. Propes
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Mar 1913
Death of Mrs. Propes
Mrs. Julia A. Propes, widow of Peachy H. Propes, who at the time of his death seven years ago lived on the Dayton pike two miles south of Harrisonburg, died yesterday afternoon at 4 o’clock at the home of her son-in-law, George M. Silman, near the Ashby monument. Mrs. Propes had been ill with pneumonia only four days having been stricken while on a visit to her daughter.
Mrs. Propes was born in Page county and would have been 77 years of age had she survived until tomorrow. She was a daughter of the late Capt. David Strickler, for many years a well known resident of Page county.
The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock from the church of the Brethren at Bridgewater. Interment will be in the cemetery nearby.
Mrs. Propes is survived by six daughters: Mrs. George M. Silman, near Harrisonburg, Mrs. W. Cline, of Staunton, Mrs. Nanie Long, of Mt. Solon, Mrs. Scott Brown, of Riverton, Mrs. S.A. Shaver of Frederick, Md., and Mrs. Weller Head, of Albemarle county, and two sons, Peyton, of Mound City, Mp., and David Propes of California. She also leaves one sister, Mrs. John Callery, of Shenandoah City, and three brothers, Martin Strickler, of Luray, Harrison Strickler, of Gordonsville, and Hiram Strickler, of Kansas.
Since her girlhood, Mrs. Propes had been a faithful member of the church of the Brethren- Rockingham Record.
Mrs. Amanda Purdham (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Aug 1917
Stanley
Mrs. Amanda Purdham, wife of Samuel Purdham, died Saturday morning and was buired in the home graveyard Monday morning, aged 55 years, 10 months and 2 days. The funeral was preached at the residence by her pastor Rev. L.L. Lowance of the M.E. Church South. She leaves two sons, Hubert and David Purdham, of Stanley, and two daughters, Mrs. Ernest Aleshire, and Mrs. G.H. Foltz, one sister Mrs. Kate Gray, all of Stanley and a brother some where in the west. She was a consistent member of the M.E. church south for a number of years.
Mrs. Amanda Purdham (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Aug 1917
STANLEY
Death of Mrs. Purdham
Mrs. Amanda Susan Purdham, wife, of Samuel Purdham, of near Stanley, died on Saturday July 28, after a long and painful illness, and was buried Monday the 30th. Surviving her, are her husband, two sons, two daughters, one brother, one sister, and a number of grandchildren and other relatives. Her age was 58 years and 10 months. She was married 41 years ago, and was for over 30 years a consistent and active member of the Methodist Church... She was buried in the family graveyard just in the rear of her late home, Rev. L.L. Lowance conducting the service...
Ashby Lee Purdham (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Mar 1917
KILLED AT SHENANDOAH
Ashby Lee Purdham, aged 31 years, 8 months and 19 days was killed on the yard at Shenandoah last Friday while working with the wrecking crew loading trucks on a flat car. Mr. Purdham had been with the crew only a few days, having been transferred from other work. The derrick was lifting a car truck and Mr. Purdham had his hand on the truck, stepping backward as the truck was swinging foward the car on which it was to be loaded. A fellow workman called to him to "get out", but the warning must have been too late as he was caught between the car and truck suffering internal injuries from which he died in 40 minutes...
He is survived by his aged father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Purdham, of Stanley, two brothers, Martin Purdham, of Shenandoah, and William Purdham, of Stanley and several sisters.
Funeral services were held at Graves Chapel at Marksville last Sunday conducted by Rev. L.L. Lowance.
Ashby Lee Purdham (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Mar 1917
STANLEY
Ashby Lee Purdham, son of Thomas Purdham, Esq., was killed at Shenandoah last Friday afternoon while working on the work train. They were loading car wheels and one caught hime against a car, mashing him. He lived only a short while after the accident. He was brought to his home near Marksville and buried at Graves Chapel cemetery Sunday afternoon. Preaching by Rev. L.L. Lowance. He was 31 years, 8 months and 19 days of age. He leaves an aged father and mother, two brothers, Martin of Shenandoah and William of Stanley and several sisters to mourn his loss. He was a quiet young man and the main support of his parents.
Homer Charles Purdham
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Aug 1919
DEATH OF INFANT
Homer Charles, three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Purdham, of Hagerstown, died at the home of its grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Purdham, one mile southeast of Luray on Wednesday afternoon after a short illness with pneumonia. The parents of the little boy had been visiting at that place for a week or more and the little fellow was only sick for a few days. The body was shipped to Hagerstown for burial on Thursday.
Jacob G. Purdham
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Oct 1914
HORRIBLE DEATH
On last Saturday night Jacob G. Purdham, of Stanley, aged about 38 years, met with a most horrible death by being killed by a freight train on the railroad yards near the tannery at Luray.
Mr. Purdham and his family had come to Luray in the morning to attend the School Day Rally held that day, expecting to return on the passenger train leaving here at 8:25 p.m.
Upon hearing that the passenger train was more than an hour late he left his family at the depot, telling them that he would catch the extra freight due here at 7:30, and go on home and feed the stock, which had not been fed since morning. The double header freight stopped at the north end of the tanner and uncoupled the engines which went to the water tanks to take water, and it is presumed that he was run over by the engines while they were returning to get the train.
Edward Price, who lives in East Luray, was near the scene at the time and reports seeing a man running down the track in front of the engines when they were on the return trip from the tank. After the engines passed, Mr. Price presumed that the man had gotten on the train and did not know for some time after that he was witnessing such a horrible tragedy.
It is the supposition that Mr. Purdham heard the engines returning and was running to get to the train before it started, not knowing that he was on the main track.
If such was the case not only the engines but the entire train passed over him after he was killed.
A few moments after the train had passed Alma Offenbacker and small sister, who were going from their home to the depot saw the form of a man lying in the center of the track and reported the matter to several parties at the Main street crossing Watchman J.S. Shenk and others went to the scene and found the mangled body, which was soon after identified by one of the unfortunate man's sons...
Lillian Purdham
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jan 1918
Stanley
Lillian the five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Purdham, who lives 1 1-2 miles North of Stanley was burned last Wednesday by her clothes catching fire from an open Franklin stove. She was a great sufferer until relieved by death Saturday morning. She was buried in the Samuel Purdham burying ground near their home.
Mrs. Nancy Virginia Purdham
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Mar 1915
DEATH OF MRS. PURDHAM
Mrs. Nancy Virginia Purdham, widow of Jeremiah Purdham, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John D. Racer, east of Luray, on Sunday afternoon, aged 63 years, 8 months and 20 days. She had been in failing health for a number of years and had been a great sufferer from rheumatism.
Mrs. Purdham was a daughter of Daniel Burns, dec’d., of this county. She has two sons in the West, and one daughter, Mrs. Racer, of Luray, and is also survived by a number of step childrenm one of whom is Elder B.F. Purdham, of Stanley.
At the age of eighteen Mrs. Purdham became a member of the Disciples church of which she remained a communicant until her death…
The funeral which took place on Tuesday, at Grave’s Chapel, was conducted by Rev. Warren Baldwin, of Shenandoah City, assisted by Revs. J.R. Brown and A.P. Boude, interment taking place at Graves’ Chapel.
Ross Laverne Purdham
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Aug 1920
DEATH OF AN EX-SOLDIER
Ross Laverne, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Purdham, was born near Clyde, O., on December 5, 1889, departed this life from the Franklin county Sanatorium, Columbus, Ohio, July 12, 1920, aged 30 years, 7 months and 7 days. On January 12, 1918 he was united to Miss Delcie Bingham of Bellevue. To this union was born one son.
With the exception of three years spent on a Western Ranch near Portland, Oregon, Ross spent his young life in and near Clyde, working for a number of years for the Universal Paper Product Co... When our country was caught in the great world conflict a few years ago Ross felt the call of duty to his country and answered first at Toledo, in November, 1917, again at Fremont the first of May, 1918, but as the recruiting offices were closed he had to wait for the draft which came May 25, 1918... after three months training at West Point he went across to France and there gave six months faithful and heroic service as auto mechanic, being advanced to the rank of Wagoner, coming back to Camp Sherman from where he received his honorable discharge on February 20, 1919..... He leaves to mourn his early departure a wife, an infant son, a father, mother, three sisters, Mrs. D.E. Shell, of Galion, Ohio; Mrs. Howard Hauk, of Clyde, and Mrs. Homer Arnold, of Greenspring, O., one brother, Lee residing near the old home with many other friends and relatives...
Eld. A.J. Racer
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Feb 1918
DEATH OF ELD. RACER
Eld. A.J. Racer, Sr., aged 87 years died at his home near Carl's Chapel, in the Kimball section at 2 p.m., on Thursday after a number of years failing health, due to old age.
Eld. Racer was born May 17th, 1830. On December 30, 1850 he married Miss Frances E. Heiston, who preceded him to the grave about 19 years. Eld. Racer was the last member of a family of 8 children, seven of whom lived to a very old age. He entered the ministry in 1878 and continued to preach until the failure of his health compelled him to retire some two or three years ago...
The deceased is survived by seven children as follows: Eld. J.A. Racer, Jre., J.H. Racer, William Lee Racer, Mrs. Mary F. Kibler, Mrs. Martha J. Finter, of Page, Mrs. Susan B. Early and Mrs. Sarah E. Cline, of Broadway.
Eld. Racer's children range in age from 53 to 65 years and prior to his death there were five distinct generations living.
The funeral services will be held at Beahm's Chapel at 1 p.m., on Saturday, conducted by several of the Brethren preachers. Interment will take place near the church.
Arthur Ramey
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Apr 1915
Death of Child
Arthur Ramey, son of D.G. (Doc) Ramey died Monday morning of pneumonia and diptheria aged nine years. He was buried on Tuesday in the David Kibler graveyard at Hamburg. His parents and a number of brothers and sisters survive.
Mrs. Grace Ann Ramey
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Sep 1919
DEATH OF MRS. C.C. RAMEY
Mrs. Grace Ann Ramey, wife of C.C. Ramey, died at her home in Rappahannock county, abone one and a half miles from the Page county line on the Sperryville and New Market turnpike, on Friday, September 5th, after a short illness with heart trouble. She was 57 years of age and was a daughter of the late Pendleton Pulliam, of Rappahannock county. She was twice married, her first husband was the late Martin Cliser, of this county, to this union there were born five children: Misses Stella, Susie, Elizabeth and Elmer and Jett Cliser, all of whom survive. She was a consistent member of the Sperryville Methodist church, and her funeral was conducted from the Dunkard church, near her home by her pastor, Rev. William Ofar, on Saturday afternoon. Interment in the Clark burying ground nearby.
Joseph Ramey
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Mar 1915
BENTONVILLE
Killed
On last Wednesday Joseph Ramey of this place attempted to board train No. 95, at Limeton, and was thrown from the car to the ground. Getting hold again with but one hand he attempted the second time to get on and was hurled against the car with such force as to stun him causing him to let loose with his foot caught in the step of the car. After being dragged some distance in that way he was caught by the boxing at the end of the wells and was dragged in that sometime... The burial took place on Thursday at 1 o'clock in the James Henry grave yard. Besides his wife, (who was a Miss Henry) he is survived by two children a father and five brothers Samuel, Ernest and Luther, of Limeton, Hamp of Charlestown, W.Va., and Clarence, of Bentonville.
Lester Ramey
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Jan 1919
LESTER RAMEY
Lester Ramey, son of Charles E. Ramey, who lives in Egypt Bend, this county, died at the home of J. William Ruffner, two miles northwest of Luray on Wednesday night of this week. His death is peculiarly sad from the fact that at the time he was stricken with pneumonia he was at the Ruffner home nursing Walter Ruffner whose death from the same cause also appears in this issue of the News and Courier... He was about 28 years of age and in addition to his father leaves three small children, Mrs. Ramey having died a few years ago. The burial took place in the Leaksville graveyard on Friday.
Mrs. Nellie Ramey
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Jul 1914
DIED
Mrs. Nellie Ramey, wife of Lester Ramey, living near Ruffner’s Ferry, died yesterday evening, of heart trouble, aged about 24 years.
Before marriage she was Miss Nellie Turner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Turner, both of whom survived her. Besides her husband, she is survived by three children- Thelma, Elva and Leon, and the following brothers and sisters: Isaac, William, Harry, Earl, Charles and Amos Turner, Mrs. Etta Aleshire, Mrs. Clara Nauman and Miss Susie Turner.
Funeral and interment at Leaksville Saturday morning at 10 o’clock.
Charles E. Reamer
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Jun 1919
CHARLES E. REAMER DIES IN TEXAS
Word was received of the death last night at San Antonio, Tex., of Charles E. Reamer, 62 years old, formerly a clearing teller at the National Bank of Commerce. Mr. Reamer was cashier of the Brackettville Bank at Brackettville, Tex. He was a thirty-second degree Sottish Rite Mason. Surviving him are his widow, Mrs. Nellie Reamer, two sons, Edward Reamer and Owen Reamer; two brothers, William S. Reamer, 3203 Highland Avenue, this city; Walter G. Reamer, who lives in Oklahoma, and a sister Mrs. Lillie Kackley, Parsons, Kansas. Burial will be at San Antonio, Tex.- Kansas City Star, May 3rd.
Mr. Reamer was born near Stony Man this county, and was a brother-in-law of Hiram Printz, of Texas, also formerly of Page.
Mrs. Clarissa Reid
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Mar 1913
Death of Mrs. Reid
Mrs. Clarissa Reid, of Marksville, widow of Isaac H. Reid, died last Friday after a long illness lasting several days, aged 69 years, 6 months and 13 days. The deceased was a daughter of Paschal Graves, deceased, and a sister of Hon. Thomas J. Graves, Hon. Charles E. Graves, Isaac N. Graves, Mrs. James W. Koontz and Mrs. John P. Beaver, of Page county, and Mrs. Bettie Wilhoite of Green county. Her husband, Isaac H. Reid, a native of Rockingham county, who served as supervisor of Marksville district and was prominent in county affairs, died about four years ago. The couple spent their long wedded life at Marksville... They leave no surviving children... She became a Christian in girlhood and for fifty-four years she had been a consistent and devoted member of the Methodist church. The funeral which took place on Sunday was conducted by her pastor Rev. E.W. Brubaker her remains being interred in the Graves Chapel Cemetery.
Ambrose G. Rhinehart
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Apr 1919
AMBROSE G. RHINEHART DEAD
Ambrose G. Rhinehart a highly respected citizen of the Battle Creek section this county, died at an early hour on Thursday morning April 10th after a lingering illness. Cancer of the stomach being the immediate cause of his death. Mr. Rhinehart was in his 66th year and had been a residence of that section all his life. His wife died many years ago. He is survived by six daughters and one son, viz: Mrs. Solon Campbell, of Portland, Oregon, Mrs. Geo. M. Painter, who resides at the home place, Mrs. Noah Alger, Mrs. Millard Turner and Mrs. Irvin Campbell, of the Battle Creek section, Mrs. Frank Blosser, of Stanley and Floyd Rhinehart, at home. His funeral will be conducted from his late home on Saturday, at 11 o'clock by Rev. A.J. Painter. Interment in the Battle Creek cemetery.
Howard Richard
Page News & Courier, Friday 2 Apr 1915
Howard Richard, of near Marksville, died of a complication of diseases on last Wednesday morning, and was buried at Graves Chapel Thursday afternoon, aged 67 years, 6 months and 1 day. Rev. A.P. Boude preached his funeral. The deceased had been a consistent member of the M.E. Church South for a number of years. He was a quiet, good man in his neighborhood. He leaves two sons William and Ashby and three daughters; Lena, Mamie and Essie to mourn his loss. He was a member of Whites Batallion during the war, and at one time belonged to the Dixie Artillery
Mrs. Dianna Richards
Page News & Courier, Friday 6 Jul 1917
DEATH OF MRS. RICHARDS
Mrs. Dianna Richards, widow of John W. Richards, died at noon yesterday at her home in Luray, after a month's illness from a complication of diseases. Seh had been bedfast from a time prior to the death of her husband which occurred three weeks ago. The deceased who was a Miss Young of this county, sister of Jasper Young and Mrs. Angeline Deavers, was seventy-seven years of age. She had been a consistent member of the Disciples church for many years... She is survived by the following children: Mrs. T.J. Foster, Miss Ida Richards, John C. Richards and Mrs. I.F. Miller, of this county, and Mrs. C.R. Knight, of West Virginia. Her funeral which will take place at Antioch church at 2 p.m., today will be conducted by her pastor Rev. Warren Baldwin, assisted by Rev. J.C. Hooks. Interment in Antioch cemetery.
Gertrude Richards
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Aug 1917
DIED
Gertrude, the 8 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Richards, of near Stony Man died last Saturday after several weeks illness with rheumatism and double pneumonia.
The funeral was held at Mt. Zion church at 11 a.m., on Monday, conducted by Eld. Walter Strickler.
John W. Richards (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Jun 1917
Late Deaths
John W. Richards, aged about 72 years, died at his home on Mechanic Street at 2 a.m., today. He has been confined to his bed for about two weeks, his condition becoming serious from the first. His wife is seriously ill and is not expected to survive through the day.
John W. Richards (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Jun 1917
DEATH OF J.W. RICHARDS
John W. Richards, aged 68 years, died at his home on Mechanic Street in West Luray, at 2:30 a.m. Friday June 15, 1917, after an illness due to a complication of diseases covering a period of five weeks.
... He had been a consistent member of Graves Chapel Methodist church since boyhood. For the past 52 years he had been a manufacturer of split bottom chairs. Until ten years ago he resided at Ida, this county. A short time prior to moving to Luray he moved his chair factory here and with his son J.C. Richards has enjoyed a flourishing business.
He is survived by his widow and the following children: Mrs. T.J. Foster, Miss Ida Richards, Mrs. Isaac Miller, and J.C. Richards, of this county and Mrs. Laura Knight of Martinsburg, W.Va. The funeral services were held at Antioch church, near Stony Man at 2:30 p.m., on Saturday conducted by Revs. J.C. Hooks and H.M. Strickler. Interment took place in the cemetery adjoining the church.
Joseph Richards
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Mar 1916
DEATH OF JOS. RICHARDS
Joseph Richards, aged 83 years, 3 months and 5 days, formerly a well known citizen of Page county, died about 11 a.m., on Monday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. C.C. Miller, of Prince William, with whom he had made his home for some time. Mr. Richards was paralyzed about four months ago, since which time he has gradually grown weaker, finally terminating in his death.
Mr. Richards is survived by the following children: Mrs. Charles Miller, of Prince William county, Mrs. Jordan Nichols, Mrs. Jacob Buracker, Mrs. Simon Printz, Mrs. W.H. Jenkins, Mrs. William Woodward and William S. Richards all of this county. The remains were brought to ? Tuesday and taken to the home by his daughter Mrs. W.H. Jenkins. The funeral services were held at Mt. Zion on Wednesday at 11 a.m., conducted by Elders G.W. Painter, Joseph Foster and Walter Strickler.
Nathaniel Richards (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 May 1915
Died
Nathaniel Richards a resident of the Blainesville neighborhood, died of dropsy on Wednesday, after a long illness, aged 72 years. He was a member of the Brethren church and a respected citizen. He leaves a number of children including Edward Richards, Nace Richards, Mrs. Tom Cloud and Mrs. S.L. Presgraves, of Luray.
Nathaniel Richards (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Jun 1915
Obituary
Nathaniel Richards died of dropsy May 26th, 1915, in his 82nd year, after a long tedious illness, but bore his suffering with a real fortitude. After the death of his wife some sixteen years ago he broke up housekeeping and resided with is son Edward, who with his wife faithfully and tenderly nursed him until the end came. He lived a quiet industrious life and died so far as we know without an enemy. For many years he was a member of the United Brethren church; his funeral was conducted by Elds. Strickler and Foster at his son’s home, to a large congregation. He leaves to mourn his departure the following children: Mrs. Sam Presgraves, Mr. Edward Richards, Mrs. Tom Cloud, Mrs. Eliza Jane Aleshire and Nathan Richards…
Mrs. Barbara Rickard
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Apr 1917
DEATH OF MRS. BARBARA RICKARD
Mrs. Barbara Rickard, aged 87 years, a highly respected Christian lady, died at the home of her son, Edgar V. Rickard, two miles North of Luray at 4:20 o'clock Monday evening after a short illness from a general decline due to old age.
Mrs. Rickard would have been 87 years old had she lived until May 15th. Her health has been remarkable for one of her age. Her husband Albert G. Rickard preceded her to the grave 23 years ago.
Mrs. Rickard has resided at the home of her son, Edgar Rickard since the death of his wife about eight years ago.
The deceased has been a consistent member of the Methodist church for more than a half century...
Before marriage she was a Miss Foltz, and was born and reared in this county.
The deceased is survived by the following children: Mrs. Samuel G. Burner, of Shenandoah county, Mrs. John W. Kauffman, Mrs. Jacob C. Burner, Mrs. Rust Strickler, Mrs. Daniel Strickler and A.T. and Edgar Rickard, all of this county and three brothers, Reuben, Jack and John Foltz, all of the Stanley section.
The funeral services were held from the home of her son Edgar Rickard at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, conducted by Rev. W.H. Ballengee. Interment took place in the graveyard at the home place, now occupied by Daniel Strickler.
Mrs. Elizabeth Rickard
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Jan 1915
DEATH OF MRS. ELIZABETH RICKARD
Mrs. Elizabeth Rickard, widow of John Rickard, died at 10 o’clock on Monday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Ponn, near the Luray Caverns, aged 72 years. Her health had been in a very critical state for six months. Just before her death she suffered a stroke of paralysis.
The deceased was a Miss Petefish, of Rockingham county. She was married three times. Her first husband, by whom she had no children, was a Nauman. Her second husband was to an Alger, from which union there were four children all now dead. There survive her two children by the third marriage, viz: Mrs. Joseph Ponn, of Luray, and Mrs. Casper Sours, of Hagerstown. She also leaves one step-son W.B. Rickard of Hamburg…?.. member of the Dunkard church. The funeral which took place on Wednesday was conducted by Eld. George W. Painter, and Rev. George F. Cook. Her remains were laid to rest in the Rickard graveyard near Ruffner’s ferry.
Frederick Amos Rinehart
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Sep 1914
DEATH OF FRED A. RINEHART
Frederick Amos Reinhart , the 18 year old son of Ambrose G. Rinehart, of near Honeyville, died on Thursday evening the 3d about 5:30 o’clock at the home of his father, after a lingering illness of several months with tuberculosis of the bone of the leg caused by a bad bruise.
Young Rinehart who was a highly respected young man was taken to the hospital several months ago where he remained for about a month, after which he was brought home and continued to grow worse.
… While his death was a shock to the community it was not unexpected as it was realized that there was no hope for his recovery.
Besides his father he is survived by the following sisters: Mrs. Millard Turner, Mrs. Noah Alger and Mrs. --- Higgs, all of this county and Mrs. Solon Campbell, of Washington State, besides several younger sisters at home.
His mother and one brother died some years ago.
The funeral which took place at the home on Saturday was conducted by Revs. Myers, Campbell and Bowers, of the Free Will Baptist church of which denomination the deceased was a member. Interment took place in the Rinehart graveyard near Alma.
Mrs. Clarinda Rinica
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Mar 1916
DEATH OF MRS. CLARINDA RINICA
Mrs. Clarinda Rinica, widow of Abram Rinica, died at her home in Rinica’s corner near Shenandoah, this county, at 4 p.m., on Sunday, aged 78 years. Death was due to heart failure. Before this fatal attack which came on eighteen hours before her death, she was in good health for one of her years though she suffered to some extent with what was regarded as rheumatism.
Mrs. Rinica is survived by the following children: A.J., J.A., P.H. and T.J. Rinica, Mrs. James Jenkins and Misses Jenne and Ida Rinica. Before marriage she was a Miss Kite a sister of Abram Kite, deceased. She and her aged husband, both pass their seventieth milestone, were confirmed as members of the Lutheran church by Rev. M.A. Ashby seven years ago…
The funeral which was held at her late home Tuesday afternoon was conducted by her pastor Rev. M.A. Ashby. Interment in the family graveyard.
Rev. Isaac N. Roberts
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Mar 1915
Edward Wood, of Hagerstown, formerly of Page, has received the sad intelligence of the death of his uncle, Rev. Isaac N. Roberts, who died at his home, Providence, Mo., February 28th, 1915, from cancer of the stomach. As he had requested, funeral services were held at his former home, Stewartsville, Mo., and his body laid to rest in the country graveyard six miles north of that place. Mr. Roberts was a son of John and Harriet Roberts, and was born in the Alma section of Page county about 71 years ago, going west when quite a young man. Mrs. B.N. Wood, of Rileyville, is a sister of Mr. Roberts, and a brother, John Roberts, lives in St. Paris, Ohio. He is also survived by his widow and one son, Rev. Wm. Roberts, and one daughter, Mrs. Daniel Lewis, of Kansas City, Mo., together with several grand-children. The deceased was a brother of the late Philip Roberts, of Rileyville, and a cousin of Mrs. James W. Wood, of Luray. He came all the way from his far off Missouri home to attend the funeral of his brother Philip two years or more ago. He was a gallant Confederate soldier, a member of Co. K, 10th Regiment, Virginia Infantry…
For many years he had been an able minister in the church of the Latter Day Saints.
Gilbert Rodgers
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Feb 1919
DEATH OF LITTLE BOY
Gilbert, little six year old son of Mr. and Mrs. D.L. Rodgers, died at the home of his parents, near Petefish Pond, on Saturday, February 8th, after a short illness with influenza, culminating in the above fatal result with pneumonia. The funeral was conducted on Sunday by Rev. A.J. Painter. Interment at Adventist cemetery near Stanley.
Joseph Rodgers (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Apr 1915
DEATH OF JOSEPH RODGERS
Joseph Rodgers, a highly respected citizen living near Leaksville, died at 2 p.m. on Tuesday aged 73 years. Mr. Rodgers had been in declining health since a fall in December by which he injured his shoulder. He was confined to his bed for about a month before his death which was due to causes incident to old age.
The deceased is survived by a widow, who was a daughter of Abram Dovel, deceased, of this county, by one son, William of Leaksville, by one brother William Rodgers, of Stanley, and three sisters- Mrs. Sarah Burns, of Stanley, Mrs. Barbara Taylor, of Baltimore, and Miss Mary Ellen Rodgers of Luray. He also leaves three grandchildren.
Mr. Rodgers was a brave Confederate soldier having been a member of Company D., 7th Va. Cavalary Rosser-Gibbons Camp of Luray attended his funeral in a body. He joned the Leaksville Christian church several years ago... The funeral which took place at the Leaksville church at 11 o'clock yesterday morning was conducted by Rev. R.L. Williamson and Eld. G.W. Painter, the remains being interred in the cemetery at the church...
JOSEPH T. RODGERS (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Apr 1915
LEAKSVILLE
DIED
Joseph T. Rodgers, a well known and greatly esteemed citizen, of Leaksville, died at his home at this place Tuesday, 6th, at 1:45, aged 73 years, 5 months and 24 days. His death was due to Bright’s disease. For several months he had been in declining health but was not confined to his bed until two weeks previous to his death. Mr. Rodgers has been a consistent member of the Leaksville Christian church for a number of years… The deceased is survived by a widow and one son, William J. Rodgers, of Leaksville, and by three sisters- Mrs. J.B. Taylor, of Baltimore, Md., Mrs. Sarah Burns, of Stanley, and Miss Mary Ellen Rodgers, of Luray and by the following half brothers and sisters, viz: William Rodgers, of Stanley, and Robert Rodgers, of Leaksville and Mrs. Charley Good, Mrs. Virginia Cubbage, and Mrs. Rebecca Aleshire, all of Stanley. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Velva and Catherine Jenkins, Lizzie Rodgers, Mrs. Kirby Bradley, Garland and Samuel Jenkins and Merle Rothgeb.
Mr. Rodgers was a brave Confederate soldier, having been a member of Co. D. 10th Va., Calvary. The Rosser-Gibbons Camp, of Luray, attended the funeral in a body. The funeral took place Thursday and was conducted by Revs. R.L. Williamson and G.W. Painter, of Luray, the remains being laid to rest in the Leaksville cemetery…
Sadie Rodgers
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Feb 1919
DIED
Sadie Rodgers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D.L. Rodgers, died at the home of her parents, near Petefish's Pond , on Monday, Feb. 17th, after a short illness with influenza culminating fatally in pneumonia. She was 14 years and 9 months old. The funeral was conducted on Thursday by Rev. A.J. Painter, of the Adventist church. Interment in Adventist cemetery.
... last week Mr. Rodgers buried his only son.
Susie Rogers
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Sep 1919
Leaksville Column
Died
Mrs. Susie Rogers an aged lady of this place died Sunday, September 14, from the effects of a fall which she received several months prior to her death. She was the widow of Joseph Rogers who preceded her to the grave about four and one half years ago. She was a consistent member of the Christian church at this place... She leaves to mourn her less, one son W.J. Rodgers of Luray and several grandchildren besides a host of other relatives and friends. The funeral which took place on Tuesday at the Leaksville church was conducted by her pastor Rev. B.J. Earp.
Hughes Rosser
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Apr 1916
DEATH AT CRIGLERSVILLE
Hughes Rosser, aged 69 years, a Confederate soldier, and a brother of W.M. Rosser, of Luray, died last Friday at his home at Criglersville, after an illness lasting some time, caused by a leaking heart valve. Mr. Rosser was a prosperous and highly esteemed farmer and was known by many Page people. He is survived by a widow, who was a Miss Hawkins, of Madison, and seven children, all grown. The funeral took place on Sunday, conducted by the pastor of the Methodist church, of which denomination the deceased had been a long and consistent member, assisted by Eld. Lewis Hudson of the Regular Baptist church…
Mrs. Imandris Rothgeb
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Jun 1911
Death of Mrs. Rothgeb
Mrs. Imandris Rothgeb, widow of Samuel Rothgeb, residing with her son Elzy Rothgeb, in Luray, died at 2:30 o’clock yesterday morning, aged 73 years. Her condition was not regarded as immediately critical till two days before her death, but she had been feeble for years, especially during the past twelve months, and had suffered two strokes of paralysis.
The deceased is survived by the following children: R. Frank, J. Thomas, David and Elzy L. Rothgeb. She leaves one brother, John W.H. Kibler, of Luray, and two sisters: Mrs. Mary Stover of Big Spring, this county, and Mrs. Pamily A. Hackley, of Rappahannock.
Mrs. Rothgeb was a member of the Old School Baptist church many years and was highly esteemed. Her funeral, which will take place at 2 o’clock this afternoon, will be conducted by Elder R.H. Pittman, in the church at Hamburg, the remains being interred in the family grave-yard on R.F. Rothgeb’s place, west of Luray.
Mrs. Eliza Jane Rowe
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 Jan 1914
DEATH OF MRS. ELIZA J. ROWE
Fleming, Mo. (Written by C.C. Rowe)- Mrs. Eliza Jane Kite Rowe, eldest daughter of Mr. David Kite and Mrs. Maria Kite, was born at Honeyville, Page county, Virginia, July 2d, 1833, and died at Fleming, Ray county, Missouri, December 28, 1913, at the age of 80 years, 6 months and 2 days.
She was baptized in infancy and was confirmed to the Evangelical Lutheran Church, of New Market, Shenandoah County, Virginia, November 23, 1867.
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Her mother (who was the mother of 13 children) died in 1859 and upon her fell the care of her mother's children, most of whom were younger than herself.
She was united in marriage with Mr. Noah David Rowe, son of Mr. David Rowe and Mrs. Mary Catherine Rowe, of New Market, May 28, 1867, at Honeyville by Rev. Socrates Henkel.
Mr. Noah David Rowe and Mrs. Eliza Jane Rowe went to New Market and lived until Mar. 1868, when the moved to near Dovesville, Rockingham county, Va. In October, 1869, the family moved back to New Market. In October 1872, the family moved back to Dovesville. Mr. Noah David Rowe (her husband) died at the same place, November 30, 1878. Mrs. Eliza Jane Rowe and the remaining children moved to near Marksville, Page county, Va., in January, 1879, where they lived until July 23, 1882, when they moved out west, and arrived at Camden, Ray County, Mo., July 26, 1882.
In August 1882, the moved to near Richmond, Mo., and on February 14, 1883, they moved to Camden, where they lived until November 18, 1905, when they moved to Fleming.
She leaves three sons, Charles David Rowe, of Fleming, William John Rowe, of Lexington, Mo., and Casper Coiner Rowe, of Fleming; four brothers, Mr. Martin Van Buren Kite, of near Camden. Mr. Thomas O. Kite, of Rayville, Mo., Harvey C. Kite, of Kansas CIty, Mo., and Mr. Franklin D. Kite, of near Lamar, Barton county, Mo.; one half-sister, Mrs. Mary Fultz, of Virginia (if living) one half-brother, "Mrs." Charles Kite of West Virginia, (if living), a large number of nieces and nephews, grand nieces and grand- nephews and other relatives and friends to mourn her death.
The funeral services were held at the Fleming Baptist church and were conducted by Rev. J.F. Wilson, of Kansas City, Kansas, the pastor- Richmond, (Mo.) Missourian.
Luther Adam Seakford
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jul 1911
Luther Seakford’s Death
Luther Adam Seakford, youngest son of Adam Seakford, deceased, was born January 25, 1883, and died July 23, 1911. He was married in August, 1905, to Miss Flora Leek, and leaves a widow, two sons and one daughter, besides mother, four brothers, J.R., I.N., C.D. and William Seakford, and six sisters, Mrs. Hubert Painter, Mrs. J.W. Wysong, of Front Royal, Mrs. Otis Leek, Mrs. John Burner, and Misses Lena and Blanche Seakford.
Funeral services by Eld. John B. Jenkins, at the Old School Baptist church at Alma. His remains were laid to rest beside his father, who died five years ago. He said he was going to rest, and to meet his sister (Mrs. James Painter) who died just three months ago. The deceased for the last four weeks had been a great sufferer from a complication of diseases.
Benjamin Seal
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Jan 1913
Died
Benjamin Seal, a former employee of the Cover Tannery at Elkton, died at the home of his son, L.H. Seal, at Furnace No. 2, about five miles from Elkton, on Jan. 10th. Death was due to heart trouble. Mr. Seal had been in ill health for some time and his death was not unexpected. He is survived by one son, L.H. Seal, with whom he made his home. Mrs. Seal died years ago. If he had lived until May, he would have been 69 years old. The funeral was held at Jolletts Church. The service was conducted by the pastor, Rev. J.W. Jollett. Mr. Seal was the son of John Seal deceased, and is survived by two brothers Samuel Seal, of near Furnace and John W. Seal of Martinsburg, W.Va. till recently of Luray.
Elva Seal
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
Shuler
Elva, eight year old daughter of Eb Seal died at the home of its parents near Bixler's Ferry, the first of last week. The little one had been ill with influenza, culminating in pneumonia which caused her death. The little girl's mother and a small sister are very ill with influenza.
Mrs. Mary Ann Seal
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Oct 1919
DEATH OF MRS. SEAL
Mrs. Mary Ann Seal, widow of the late Frank Seal, and a daughter of Noah Corbin, deceased, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Aleshire, of near Stony Man at 4:30 a.m., on Monday, after an illness of only a few hours, her death being due to a hemorrhage of the lungs. Mrs. Seal was a native of Page having been born in this county sixty-nine years ago. Her remains were taken to Furnace, Va., on Tuesday night, interment taking place in the Huffman grave yard, near that place the following day. Eld. Benson, of the Disciples church, of which she had been a member for many years officiating. She is survived by the following children, B.N. Seal, Mrs. Fannie Sampson and Mrs. Bettie Hitt, of Furnace, Va., W.H. Seal, of Hinton, W.Va., and Mrs. Lucy Aleshire, of near Stony Man. She is also survived by the following brothers and one sister: Thos. Corbin, of Stony Man, David Corbin, of Fairview, and Mrs. Ella Richards, of Rappahannock county.
Mrs. Nancy Seal
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Aug 1914
Mrs. Nancy Seal, widow of Benjamin Seal, who resided with her son John Seal near Jolletts died last Sunday at an advanced age.
Pearl May Seal
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Jan 1919
DEATH OF MISS SEAL
Miss Pearl May Seal, daughter of Solon Seal, who lives near Vaughn Summit, died on Thursday of this week, aged about 14 years. She had been ill with tuberculosis for sometime. This was followed by Spanish influenza.
Theodore Seal
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Jan 1913
Kimball
The only child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Seal, little Theodore, died last Monday after a very short illness. Much sympathy is felt for the bereaved parents.
Mrs. Essie Seekford
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Jan 1919
STANLEY
Deaths
Mrs. Essie Seekford, wife of J.R. Seekford, died Tuesday with pneumonia, followed Spanish influenza. She leaves a husband and five small children. She was buried at Alma Baptist church Wednesday. She was 26 years old.
Miss Minnie Seekford
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Jan 1919
DEATH OF MISS MINNIE SEEKFORD
Miss Minnie Seekford, 15 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Seekford, died at the home of her parents near Newport on last Friday after an illness of very short duration... Owing to the illness of the remainder of her family the burial was of a private nature and occurred the following day at the Newport graveyard.
Vernon Seekford (son of James H.)
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Dec 1915
DIED
Vernon Seekford, aged twenty-one years, son of James H. Seekford, of Riletville, died at nine o’clock on Tuesday night. He was taken ill about six weeks ago, but for a time was a great deal better. Last Sunday he had a relapse and grew worse rapidly. He was a highly esteemed young man and a member of the Brethren church. His funeral which took place Wednesday was conducted by Elds. J.B.F. Huffman, J.A. Racer and R.H. Evans. He was one of the best students in the Rileyville High school… He leaves a father and mother, one sister, Miss Sarah Seekford, and one brother Simon Seekford to mourn his loss.
Vernon Seekford (son of Cal)
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Jan 1919
VERNIE SEEKFORD DEAD
Vernon Seekfors, son of Cal Seekford, who lives near Alma, this county, died at his father's home last Saturday. Pneumonia was the cause of death... His funeral was conducted at Alma on January 5th...
William Seekford
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Sep 1918
WILLIAM SEEKFORD KILLED IN FRANCE
William Seekford, son of T.W. Seekford, who lives on the Frank Shuler place, near Alma, this county was killed in France in July according to information received in a telegram to the young man's father on Wednesday. Young Seekford was a national army man, having left Luray for Camp Lee, his contingent of 43 men being the largest that has ever left here. It is not known how long Mr. Seekford had been in Frances neither are any particulars given of how he met his death. He was the oldest son of Mr. Seekford, being 21 or 22 years of age. His grandfather was David Seekford, deceased. Several brothers and sisters survive him...
Mrs. Alice M. Seibert
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jan 1917
DEATH OF MRS. SEIBERT
Mrs. Alice M. Seibert, aged 73 years, a highly respected and beloved Christian lady, died at 4 a.m., on Friday, Dec. 22d, after a ten days illness with paralysis. Three years ago the deceased suffered a stroke of paralysis but soon recovered. The last and fatal attack was not considered serious until only a few days before her death when she became unconscious.
The deceased has been a life long resident of Luray and was a member of one of our most prominent and substantial families. Her husband J.B. Seibert preceded her to the grave four years ago, dying suddenly from heart trouble at Wytheville, Va., while there as a juror in the Allen case.
She is survived by the following sons and daughters W.E., Clyde T., and Carl H. Seibert and Mrs. Hugh Cary and Miss Bessie Seibert, of Luray, and Mrs. Theodore Judd, of Washington, D.C. She is also survived by one brother and three sisters: Edward Buracker, and Mrs. W.T. Biedler, of Baltimore, Md., and Mrs. Lena Weaver and Miss Fannie Buracker, of Luray.
The funeral was held at 2 p.m. Sunday from the home of her son W.E. Seibert with whom she was spending the winter, conducted by Rev. George F. Cook of the New School Baptist chruch of which she had been a member for many years. Interment took place in Green Hill cemetery.
John Shack (Rev. John Jenkins)
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Jan 1916
John Shack, a Free Will Baptist preacher, living near Cavetown, aged about 70 years, died Monday and was buried at 2 p.m., on Wednesday.
Mrs. Dorsey Shenk
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Jan 1916
SUDDEN DEATH
Mrs. Dorsey Shenk, aged 42 years wife of Ambrose Shenk (a respected citizen of Luray died on Wednesday evening from an attack of acute indigestion after an illness of thirty hours.
She is survived by her husband and five children: Guy, Stella, Gladys, and two other small children, a boy and girl and her aged father William Jewell.
The funeral services will be held from her late home at 1 p.m., today, (Friday) conducted by Rev. J.A. Huffard, of the Lutheran church of which the deceased had been a member for a number of years. Interment will take place at Beahm’s Chapel, near Kimball.
John Adam Shenk
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Mar 1916
DEATH OF JOHN A. SHENK
John Adam Shenk, aged 86 years, 5 months and 12 days, one of the most highly respected citizens of the county, died Saturday, March 11th, with a complication of diseases due to old age, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. David Hershberger, near Stony Man, with whom he had made his home for the past five years. The deceased was a son of Jacob Shenk, deceased. He was born Sept. 29, 1829 and at the age of 19 years married a daughter of Emanuel Hershberger, deceased, who died many years ago. His second wife, who was a Miss Strickler of Shenandoah county preceded him to the grave five years ago. By his first marriage there were two children, Mrs. David Hershberger, of this county, who survives him, and Rev. J.E. Shenk, who died at his home in North Carolina a few months ago. He is also survived by three grandchildren of this county, Mrs. Hubert Lucas, Mrs. John H. Varner and C.E. Hershberger.
Mr. Shenk for many years had been a consistent member of the Lutheran church and was instrumental in the organization of St. Mark’s church at Luray. He was for many years a member of the Church council both at Luray and Bethlehem Lutheran churches, near Waynesboro, to which place he moved from this county about the year 1890 and where he resided until after the death of his wife about five years ago.
The remains were taken to Waynesboro on Monday and the funeral services were held in Bethlehem church at 10:30 by the pastor, Rev. W.B. Oney assisted by Rev. J.A. Huffard at Luray and Rev. Richey, of Waynesboro. Interment took place in the cemetery near the church.
Mrs. Lizzie Shenk
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Jan 1915
SAD DEATH OF MRS. D.W. SHENK
Mrs. Lizzie Shenk wife of David W. Shenk, living near the Caverns, aged 28 years, 11 months and 7 days died last Friday morning after an illness of several weeks with an abscess of the liver.
Before marriage she was Miss Lizzie Cave, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D.W. Cave, West of Luray. She was married Jan. 10, 1906 and besides her husband and parents she is survived by three children: Gladys, aged 8 years, Lawrence aged 7 years and Arrine aged 22 months; and one sister and three brothers. Mrs. Charley Painter, and Thomas and Jesse Cave, of this county and Robert Cave, of Iowa. The funeral which took place at the house on Saturday was conducted by Rev. W.H. Ballengee, of the Methodist church assisted by Eld George W. Painter of the Dunkard church. The deceased had been a member of the Fletcher’s Chapel Methodist church for the past ten years. Interment took place in the cemetery on the home place.
William Thomas Shifflett
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Aug 1911
Death of Mr. Shifflett
William Thomas Shifflett, a highly respected citizen of Luray, died at 11 p.m., Tuesday after four years’ illness having been incapacitated for any kind of labor during the past three years. Death was due to tuberculosis of the hip.
Mr. Shifflett, who was born in Rockingham county fifty-one years and eight months prior to his death, has been a resident of Luray for nearly thirty years, having been sent here as N. & W. watchman after he was maimed by the loss of several toes while a work car employee. He married Miss Fannie Miller, of Luray, who died about five years ago. Nearly two years ago their only child, Miss Nina Shifflett, was burned to death at Shenandoah Junction, her clothes being ignited by the fall of a hanging lamp. Mr. Shifflett was a member of Main Street Baptist church.
The funeral which took place on Wednesday evening was conducted by Rev. H.M. Strickler, the remains being interred in Green Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Ashby Short
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 Apr 1915
Died
Ashby Short’s wife died Tuesday morning, after a very short illness at her home at Stanley. She was buried at the Adventist cemetery, Thursday at 11 o’clock. Elder T.S. Dalton preached her funeral, she leaves a husband and two small children to mourn her loss, also a mother, Mrs. David Blosser, and four sisters, Mrs. John Knight, Mrs. Tom Short, Mrs. Amos Short and Miss Annie Blosser, one brother McKinley Blosser, all of Stanley.
Mrs. Barbara Short
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Feb 1915
DIED
Mrs. Ed Short, aged 44 years, 4 months and 10 days died at her home near Stanley last Friday night after an illness of several years with stomach trouble.
Before marriage she was Miss Barbara Cubbage. Besides her husband she is survived by the following children: Mrs. Daisy Viands, Mrs. Marion Nauman, Mrs. Julia Dovel, Miss Nellie and Etta Short, and Fred and Lloyd Short all of Page county and Charles Short, of Baltimore, Md.
The burial took place at Alma Sunday afternoon, conducted by Elder Joseph Foster.
Mrs. Elizabeth Short
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jul 1919
SUDDEN DEATH
Like a flash from a clear sky, was the effect of the announcement on last Saturday evening of the death of Mrs. John Short, at her home near Alma, this county. Mrs. Short had been in excellent health apparently until a few minutes at her death, when she was taken with a violent hemorrhage, and soon expired... She connected herself with the Alma Lutheran church thirty-eight years. Before marriage she was Miss Elizabeth Sigler, daughter of the late Jacob Sigler and was born near Cool Spring, above Stanley sixty-nine years ago.
She is survived by her husband, two sons, John Short at the home place, and Edward Short, of Cumberland, Md., three daughters, Mrs. George McFern, of Quincy, Penn., Mrs. Pifer, of Mt. Crawford, Va., and Mrs. L.B. Bowers, of Rileyville, Va. She is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Annie Jenkins, of Stanley, and Mrs. Andrew McCoy, of Ohio... the funeral which was held on Monday evening at the Alma Lutheran church Rev. M.A. Ashby, of Tom's Brook, Va., officiating. Interment in the church grave yard.
Jacob Short
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
DEATH OF JACOB SHORT
Jacob Short, son of John Short, of near Alma, died at his home in Greensboro, N.C., on Friday of last week with Spanish influenza, and was brought to his old home near Alma for burial on Sunday. Mr. Short was about 45 years old and leaves a widow and several children. Mrs. Short and her daughter who were accompanying the body home were taken violently ill at Basic and had to be taken off the train at that place. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. M.A. Ashby. Mr. Short had been a residence of North Carolina for about six years.
James W. Short
Page News & Courier, Friday 17 Jan 1919
JAMES W. SHORT
James W. Short, aged 83 years, 9 months and 22 days, died on Tuesday morning of this week at the home of his son, Newton Short, at Leaksville, this county. He had been in feeble health for a number of years... His wife died about fourteen years ago, and since that time he has resided at intervals with his children in Page, Albemarle and Orange counties. Mr. and Mrs. Short wwre charter members of Leaksville Christian church... He is survived by the following children: Robert E., Newton, of Page county; Mrs. David Dofflemoyer, of Rochelle, Va.; Luin, of Charlottesville and Mrs. D.P. Lillard, of Luray. The interment took place in the Leaksville cemetery on Wednesday.
Mrs. Virgie Short
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
DEATH OF MRS. SHORT
Mrs. Virgie Short, wife of Jacob A. Short, died at Waynesboro, on Wednesday night after an illness of about one week. Her husband died in Greensboro, N.C., last Friday. At that time she started with the body for this county, and upon her arrival at Waynesboro she was forced to get off the train o account of illness. She remained at that place until her death, which was due to Spanish influenza. Mrs. Short was 42 years old on the 2d of July and is survived by three small children. Mrs. Short was a daughter of James W. and Charlotte Jane Short, the latter having died several years ago. Her body was brought to this county on Thursday and the interment will take place at Alma on Saturday, where her husband was buried only a few days ago. Two sisters, Mrs. D.P. Lillard, of Luray, and Mrs. W.D. Dofflemoyer, of Gordonsville, survive her. In addition to these she leaves three brothers- Robert and Newton Short of Leaksville and Lewin Short of Charlottesville.
“Mrs.” Elizabeth Sigler
Page Courier, Friday 17 Apr 1914
DIED
Mrs. Elizabeth Sigler died at the home of her son, N. Ott Sigler, near Stanley at 7:30 Tuesday night, aged about 70. About a month ago local poisoning set up in her foot due to a bunion, and later she caught cold and pneumonia developed proving fatal. The deceased was a daughter of the late Noah Sigler. She belonged to the Lutheran church.
John W. Sigler
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Jul 1915
Death of J.W. Sigler
John W. Sigler, manager of the White House Store of C.C. Sigler, died at his home on the river at 9:20 a.m., Monday after a long illness, aged 61 years. Mr. Sigler who previously had never had a doctor to attend him, suffered a severe attack of grip in March followed by pneumonia. From the time of this severe illness his health has steadily and rapidly declined and for a number of weeks past it was evident that he could not recover. He had managed the White House store for his son for four years and until this spring had never lost a day from his post.
Mr. Sigler was born near Stanley, this county. He went West as a young man and married Miss Mollie Cole, of Iowa, who with the following children survives him: Chester C. and William A. Sigler, of Luray, J.N. Sigler, of Martinsburg and Mrs. Katie Jeffry, Mrs. James Snyder, R.C. Sigler, Glenn Sigler and Roy Sigler, of Baltimore. The Sigler family lived in the West for twenty years, the most of the time at Bloomington, Ill., and returned to this county in the early 90’s, remaining here till about 1900, then locating in Baltimore for a few years and again returning to Page. Mr. Sigler leaves three sisters, viz.; Mrs. A.J. McCoy, of Galilee, Ohio, Mrs. John Short, of Alma, and Mrs. Annie Jenkins, of Stanley. He was an honorable and upright citizen and a consistent member of the Lutheran church.
The funeral which took place at the Lutheran church at Alma, at 4 p.m., on Wednesday, was conducted by the pastor, Rev. M.A. Ashby the remains being interred in the cemetery nearby…
Mrs. Julian Sigler
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Feb 1919
DEATH OF MRS. SIGLER
Mrs. Julian Sigler, died at her home at the Ochre Bank, south of Stanley on Wednesday of this week. Mrs. Sigler had only been ill several days, the cause of death being influenza. She was a daughter of Mrs. Godfrey Stoneberger of near Stanley. Besides her husband she is survived by one child. She was twenty-two years of age. Her funeral took place near her late home on Thursday.
Mrs. R.A. Sigler
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Mar 1919
MRS. SIGLER DIES IN BALTIMORE
Mrs. R.A. Sigler, sister in law of C.C. and Willie Sigler, died at her home in Baltimore last week, after a long illness which started with measles and was followed by a number of complications. Owing to illness in their families here the Messrs. Sigler were unable to attend the funeral.
Oscar Sisk
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Dec 1914
Locals
Oscar Sisk, a well known citizen residing above Nethers Madison county, died at the hospital last week, aged about 50 years. He leaves a widow, who was a Miss Weakly, and eight or nine children.
Mrs. Angeline Smelser (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jun 1915
Death of Mrs. Smelser
Mrs. Angeline Smelser, wife of John Smelser, living in Jewell Hollow, near Kimball, aged about 75 years, died at the home of her son-in-law, Adam Sours, early Monday morning after an illness of several weeks, from a complication of diseases incident to old age. About three months ago Mrs. Smelser had her hip broken and received other inuries from a fall, since which time her health has gradually failed.
Besides her husband she is survived by the following children: Mrs. H.A.W. Holmes, of Charlestown, W.Va., Mrs. John Falls, Mrs. Adam Sours, Mrs. Wm. Jewell, Mrs. Ed Smelser and David Smelser, of this county.
The funeral was conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp in Morning Star church of which the deceased had been a member for a number of years, on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Interment took part in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Angeline Smelser (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jun 1915
MORNING STAR
Mrs. Angeline Smelser, wife of John Smelser, departed this life, May 31, 1915, at six p.m., aged 73 years and 5 months. Her funeral was preached at Morning Star by her pastor, Rev. P.L. Snapp, on Tuesday at 11 o’clock, to a large crowd of relatives and friends, and her body laid to rest in its last resting place at await the resurrection morn. Mrs. Smelser leaves the following children: Mrs. John Falls, Mrs. Will Jewell, Mrs. James Weaver, Mrs. Adam Sours, Mrs. Ed Smelser and David Smelser, all of this county and Mrs. H.A.W. Holmes, of Charlestown, W.Va.
Mrs. Eliza Smelser
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Nov 1918
DEATH OF MRS. ABRAM SMELSER
Mrs. Eliza Smelser, wife of Abram Smelser, died at her home in the Thornton's Gap neighborhood, above Beahm, on Friday, November 8th, after a lingering illness of tuberculosis. Mrs. Smelser was a daughter of the late Isaac Beahm and was twice married, her first husband being John W. Judd, deceased. Of this union there survive three sons, David, Samuel and Issac Judd of the Ridge and three daughters, Mrs. Ernest Waters and Mrs. Carl Fox, also of the Beahm neighborhood, and Mrs. Jos. Dasnell, of Rappahannock county, Mrs. Smelser was 58 years, 1 month and 27 days old. She had been a faithful member of the Old School Baptist church for many years, but, owing to the inability of securing her pastor her funeral was conducted by Eld. Jos. Foster. Interment taking place at the old Isaac Beahm graveyard in Beahm's Gap at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon.
Ellis Smelser
Page News & Courier, Friday 29 Mar 1918
DEATH OF ELLIS SMELSER
Ellis Smelser, aged 28 years, formerly of Shenandoah, this county, died at his home in Hagerstown on Sunday morning after only three days illness.
The deceased is a son of Thomas Smelser, of Shenandoah, and until a few years ago was a resident of this county where he has many friends... Mrs. Smelser had resided in Hagerstown for about one year where he was employed in a garage. He was married about five years ago in Columbus, Ohio, and is survived by a wife and two small children. He is also survived by his father Thomas Smelser and one brother, William Smelser, of Shenandoah. The deceased is also a nephew of Mrs. Jacob Short, of Luray.
The remains of the deceased were taken to Shenandoah on Sunday night. Interment took place in the U.B. cemetery on Tuesday evening.
Mary Smelser
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Aug 1915
CHILD ACCIDENTALLY SHOT
Mary, the seven year old daughter of David Smelser, living on the Ridge above Kimball, was accidentally killed by the discharge of a shot gun last Friday evening.
David Smelser, the father of the little girl, had cleaned and loaded the gun. Setting it in the corner he had told some member of the family to hang it up. The gun was forgotten and the children, some five or six in number, had been playing with the gun when it was discharged, blowing off several fingers and the top of the head of the oldest child.
The funeral was conducted by Eld. Kagey, of the Brethren church, Saturday evening.
Mrs. Mary Jane Smelser
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Feb 1918
DEATH OF MRS. HARVEY SMELSER
Mrs. Mary Jane Smelser, wife of Harvey Smelser, a highly respected Christian lady, died at her home at Compton at ? p.m., on Wednesday night aged ? years.
Mrs. Smelser had been in ill health for the past 20 years... Before marriage she was Miss Mary Jane Cullers, daughter of Isaac Cullers, deceased.
The deceased had for many years been a consistent member of the Brethren church.
Besides her husband, she is survived by six daughters and four sons as follows: Mrs. W.A. and Mrs. ? Sigler, of Luray, Mrs. A. ..?..ke, of Front Royal, Mrs. Nellie Sampsell, of Hagerstown, Md., Mrs. Laura Reid, of Middletown, Ohio? and Miss Bertha Smelser, at home, ?. M. Smelser of Martinsburg, W.Va., W.C. Smelser, of Car...?.. Penn., G.A. Smelser, of Compton and Vernon Smelser of Co. ? ? Inft. Camp McClellan, Ala.
She is survived by two sisters: Mrs. Martha ..?.., of Overall and a sister resides? in the West and three brothers ? Cullers, of Nokesville, ? Cullers, of Missouri and James? Cullers of the West.
The funeral services were held at the Brethren church at Rileyville at 2 p.m. on Thursday, conducted by Elds Joseph Foster and Walter Strickler.
William Smelser (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Jun 1918
DEATH OF WILLIAM SMELSER
This well known citizen of the Honeyville neighborhood, died at his home on Tuesday morning of this week at an early hour. He had been sick only about one month, the cause of death being dropsy, with which he had been a great sufferer. Besides an aged widow, he is survived by the following children:- Mrs. Jacob E. Short, of Luray, Va.; Mrs. Emma Fogle, and Thomas Smelser, both of Shenandoah; Samuel Smelser, of Stanley, and Lewis and Benjamin Smelser, at home. The burial took place at Leak's Chapel on Wednesday at two o'clock... an ex-Confederate soldier...
William Smelser (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Jun 1918
STANLEY
Died
William Smelser, living at Honeyville, died June 17th. He was an ex-Confederate soldier. This makes two of our old soldiers passed away in less than a week, the other having been Joseph Cubbage.
Mrs. Bettie Smith
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 May 1914
DEATH OF MRS. SMITH
Mrs. Bettie Smith died at the home of her husband J. Benton Smith in Baltimore last Monday night (April 27th), after an illness of several years in the 58th year of her age. The remains accompanied by her husband, two sons, son-in-law and daughter, reached Luray Wednesday morning, and were taken to the home of her brother, Noah Sours, near Morning Star; The interment took place in the old family graveyard of her father the late Jacob Sours, of Wednesday. Mrs. Smith had for years been a member of the Lutheran church; her funeral was conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp, of this place. She is survived by two sons and five daughters. She is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Peter Sours, and two brothers, Noah and John T. Sours, all of this county.
Mrs. Catherine Smith
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Apr 1913
Mrs. Catherine Smith, widow of Tazewell Smith, died at Peter Ruffner’s in Shenandoah last week from the effects of old age; aged about 80 years. The deceased was a sister of Henry Coverstone and belong to the Lutheran church. Interment in the M.E. cemetery.
Mrs. Christina Smith (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Feb 1916
DEATH OF MRS. CHRISTINA SMITH
Mrs. Christina Smith, aged about 88 years, widow of John Griffith , died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. T.F. Fox, on Dry Run, on Wednesday night, after an illness with causes due to old age.
The deceased was a highly respected Christian lady. Before marriage she was Miss Christina Griffith, daughter of John Griffith, deceased. She had for many years been a consistent member of the Lutheran church.
She is survived by the following sons and daughters: J.B., D.H. and A.J. Smith and Mrs. T.F. Fox, Mrs. B.F. Hoak, Mrs. D.H. Griffith, Mrs. John W. Fox, all of this county and Mrs. Ambrose Moyer, of Iowa. One sister Mrs. Sudie Weatherholtz, widow of John Weatherholtz, of Stanley survives.
The funeral services will take place from the Fox home at 10 a.m., today, conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp. Interment will take place in the Griffith graveyard near the Reservoir.
Mrs. Christena Smith (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Mar 1916
Morning Star Column
In memory of Mrs. Christenia Smith aged 87 years, 4 months and 5 days who passed away on the evening of February 23, 1916, at the home of her daughter Mrs. T.F. Fox. Death being due to old age. Her pastor Rev. P.L. Snapp paid eloquent and fitting memory to the beautiful, Christian life she lived…
Mrs. Emma J. Smith
Page News & Courier, Friday 23 Jan 1914
DIED
Mrs. Emma J. Smith died at the home of her father, Stephen Henry, near Bixler’s Ferry, on Monday, Jan. 19, 1914, of tuberculosis, aged 21 years and 1 month. She was a consistent member of the Brethren church. The funeral service, which was conducted by Elder J.A. Racer, took place at her father’s home on Wednesday and she was buried in the graveyard on the place. She leaves her husband and one little boy. Her funeral was attended by her half brother from Woodstock and numerous relatives and neighbors.
Mrs. James Smith
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
SHENANDOAH
Mrs. James Smith died recently on Naked Creek.
Mrs. Mary Smith
Page News & Courier, Friday 13 Mar 1916
Crooked Run Column
Mrs. Mary, beloved wife of George Smith, died at her home on Crooked Run, Feb. 26th, 1916, aged 62 years, 7 months and 13 days. Mrs. Smith had been sick for a year or more though she could go about the house.
Mrs. Polly A. Smith
Page News & Courier, Friday 19 Apr 1918
DEATH OF MRS. POLLY A. SMITH
Mrs. Polly A. Smith, of Remington, Va., died at her home on the 29th of March, at the advanced age of 85 years. Mrs. Smith is survived by ten children, three of whom are residents of this county, J. Wesley Smith, of Luray and Jacob and Edward Smith of the Kimball neighborhood... the funeral, whicht ook place at Lignum, Va., on the 1st inst. Mrs. Smith had been a consistent member of the Lutheran church for many years...
Mrs. Sarah Catherine Smith
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Mar 1916
DEATH OF MRS. G.W. SMITH
Mrs. Sarah Catherine Smith, wife of George W. Smith , the well known plasterer died Saturday after a long illness at her husband’s home on Crooked Run, near Shenandoah this county, aged 53 years, 7 months and 13 days. Mrs. Smith had been a consistent member of the Christian church for twenty-five years and was highly respected by all. Besides her bereaved husband, she leaves four sons and two daughters, to mourn her loss. Before marriage she was a Miss Price. The funeral was conducted at her home by Rev. M.A. Ashby, on Monday morning. Interment in the family graveyard.
Mrs. Bettie Sours
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Feb 1916
DEATH OF MRS. BETTIE SOURS
Mrs. Bettie Sours, the wife of Wm. Sours departed this life at her home in Culpeper county the latter part of last week. She leaves a sorrowing husband and three sons, Edward and Luther Sours, of Culpeper county and Charles Sours of Page, to mourn her loss. She leaves the following brothers and sisters, A.P. Printz and James F. Printz, of Luray and Mrs. D.N. Hoak, of near Ida. She was a consistent member of the Lutheran church for many years. The funeral was conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp, of Luray.
David Sours
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Dec 1914
DEATH OF DAVID SOURS
David Sours, aged 86 years, a highly respected citizen of the Stony Man section died at the home of his daughter Mrs. Angeline Miller, on Sunday night from a complication of diseases due to old age. Mr. Sours has made his home with Mrs. Miller for some time.
He is survived by the following children: Julius Sours and John Sours, Mrs. Angeline Miller and Mrs. John Cave, of this county, Isaac Sours, of Ohio, and Mrs. D.W. Craig of Lewistown, Pa. He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Abe Printz, Mrs. Luther Bradley, Mrs. Jake Foster, Mrs. Joseph Gochenour and Isaac Sours, all of the county.
Mr. Sours married Miss Julia Thomas who preceded him in death a number of years ago.
Mr. Sours had been a consistent member of Mt. Calvary Lutheran church for many years.
The funeral which was conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp, took place at Mt. Zion Dunkard church on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Interment in the Sours graveyard.
Mrs. Gertie Pearl Sours
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 May 1913
DEATH OF MRS. SOURS
Mrs. Gertie Pearl Sours, wife of George G. Sours, died at her home in Jewell Hollow last Saturday morning, aged 21 years, 6 months and 8 days. An infant was buried at the same time as its mother, Mrs. Sours was a daughter of Frank Jewell and is survived by her parents, her husband and two children, aged seven and nine years. Her funeral which took place on Sunday was conducted by Rev. P.L. Snapp. The deceased belonged to the Lutheran church...
Mrs. Laura Sours
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Jul 1916
COMPTON
Died
Mrs. Laura Sours, wife of John T. Sours, died of cancer of the stomach at her home near Rileyville at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon, July 16, 1916, aged 63 years, 5 months and 3 days. There are left to mourn her besides her husband, five sons, three daughters- viz. J.L., E.M., C.A., S.K. and J.V. Sours; Mrs. W.H. Huffman, Mrs. I.C. Payne, Mrs. N.H. Clark, and step daughter Mrs. I.H. Burner. She also leaves the following brothers and sisters; James, Edward and Israel Miller in the West, Levi, John, William and Benjamin Miller, of this county. Mrs. Dr. R.B. Cullers, of Warren county, Mrs. Jack Burner of this county and Mrs. F.C. Swartz, of Roanoke.
Mrs. Sours was a consistent member of the Lutheran church for a number of years…
The funeral was held in the Union church at Rileyville by her pastor, Rev. M.A. Ashby at 2 o’clock Tuesday. Interment in the Rileyville cemetery.
May Sours
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Feb 1919
DEATH OF LITTLE GIRL
May, little 5 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Adam Sours, died at the home of her parents in Jewell Hollow, on Thursday, January 30th of influenza followed by pneumonia, and was buried at Morning Star cemetery on Saturday, February 1st.
Daniel Southard
Page News & Courier, Friday 16 Aug 1918
KILLED IN FRANCE
Daniel Southard, who was a resident of Luray about twelve months during 1912 and 1913, was killed in action in France on July 19th. His mother, Mrs. Angeline Southard who recently has been residing here with her sister, Mrs. Noah Fleming, widow of Noah Fleming, has been notified by the War Department of her bereavement. The government assures her that her son's body with the bodies of others fallen soldiers will be moved to America when the war is over.
Young Southard carried the usual $10,000 government insurance and hereafter his mother who is his beneficiary will receive $57.50 a month and she has been so advised by the War Department.
Southard enlisted in Baltimore in 1916 being only 17 or 18 years old at the time though he represented himself as older. When killed he was serving in the machine gun company no doubt on the Marne. The Southard family came originally from the vicinity of Syria, Madison county, and the published list of casualties gives his residence as Syria. While here he was employed as a driver by John W. Mims the hotel proprietor and liveryman. Southard who was unmarried leaves three brothers and three sisters. One of his brothers William Southard is also fighting in Europe.
Mrs. Mary J. Stanley
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Aug 1919
DEATH OF MRS. STANLEY
Mrs. Mary J. Stanley, widow of Charles A. Stanley, died at the home of her daughter on Friday, July 18, 1919, in Hagerstown, Md., after an illness of six days. Her death was due to paralysis. She was aged 70 years, and is survived by eight children. Mrs. F.D. Rouzee with whom she made her home, Mrs. Mary S. Deavers, of Rileyville and Mrs. R.M. Pritchett, Mrs. G.E. Dean, Mrs. R.O. Breeden, George, Charlie and Herbert, all of Shenandoah. The funeral took place on Saturday from the home of Mrs. R.M. Pritchett, in Shenandoah, Rev. Rau officiating. Interment in the U.B. cemetery.
Mrs. Sidney Stanley
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Mar 1917
DEATH AT SHENANDOAH
Mrs. Sidney Stanley, widow of I.N. Stanley, died on Tuesday in Shenandoah, this county, where she resided with her sons Frank and Hill Stanley, Mrs. Stanley who was 74 years of age cooked supper and washed the dishes apparently about as well as usual. A little later while sitting in a chair she fell over dead...
Mrs. Stanley was a sister of Frank Eppard, Mrs. D.W. Wyant and Mrs. Jennie Koontz, of Shenandoah, and Mrs. Ham, of Covington. She leaves the following children: Frank, Claude and Hill Stanley, of Shenandoah, Mrs. A.B. Davis, of Naked Creek, and Robert Stanley and Mrs. Hanson, of Sparrows Point, Md. The deceased was a consistent member of the Methodist church and was highly respected. Her pastor Rev. L.L. Lowance conducted the funeral.
Mrs. Mary C. Stepp
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Apr 1914
DIED
Mrs. Mary C. Stepp, widow of David Stepp died at her home in Shenandoah on Tuesday of heart disease from which she had been suffering for more than a year. She had reached the advanced age of 70 years. She is survived by five sons as follows:- Martin, of Martinsburg, W.Va., Samuel of Ingham, Charles and Artie of Shenandoah, and three brothers David F. Keyser, of Luray William H. Keyser, of Ingham and James Keyser, of Shenandoah. Mrs. Stepp was for many years a member of the U.B. Church. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Ferguson, and the remains were interred in the burying ground at Ingham on Thursday evening.
__ Stoneberger (child of David)
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Oct 1915
Marksville & Stanley
David Stoneberger buried a four month old infant child last Friday. Interment took place in the Stoneberger graveyard.
Mrs. Catherine Stoneberger
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Jun 1915
Stanley
Mrs. Catherine Stoneberger, widow of Lewis Stoneberger, died at her home at Stanley, Saturday night, of heart failure. She leaves a large family of grown up children Rev. J.R. Brown preached her funeral.
Dewie Lee Stoneberger
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Feb 1916
SUDDEN DEATH
Dewie Lee Stoneberger, aged 15 years, 9 months and 15 days son of Alonzo Stoneberger, residing near Stanley, died at the Stanley depot last Friday morning, while awaiting the train to be taken to the Winchester hospital to undergo an operation for appendicitis.
Besides his parents he is survived by three sisters and two brothers. The funeral was conducted at Leak’s Chapel at 11 a.m., on Sunday, conducted by Eld. J.A. Racer. Interment took place in the cemetery nearby.
Mrs. E. Mildred Stoneberger
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Apr 1915
Mrs. E. Mildred Stoneberger, widow of Willis Stoneberger, aged 88 years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. B.F. Aleshire, about 12 o’clock Sunday, from a complication of diseases incident to old age.
The deceased had been in her usual health until about six weeks ago when he health began to gradually fail. Her husband Willis Stoneberger preceded her to the grave ..?.. years ago.
She is survived by the following children: Tild? And Jacob Stoneberger, of Kansas, Barton, Mrs. B.B. Aleshire, Mrs. Perry Southard and Mrs. Dolly Jenkins, of this county and Mrs. Lee Cave, of Southwest Virginia.
The funeral which was conducted by Eld. Reuben Strickler, of the O.S. Baptist church, of which the deceased was an adherent took place at Alma, Tuesday at 11 a.m. Interment in the Alma cemetery.
Miss Sallie Stoneberger
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Aug 1919
DEATH OF A YOUNG WOMAN
Miss Sallie Stoneberger, daughter of Jos. Stoneberger, of near Mountain View, this county, died on Saturday, August 16th, after an illness of long duration with diabetes. Miss Stoneberger was 17 years of age and is survived by her parents and a number of brothers and sisters. The funeral was conducted on Sunday at the Union church in Rileyville, Eld. W.H. Armstrong of the Adventist church officiating.
Willis Stoneberger & Susan Good
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Sep 1916, New Series Vol. 5, no. 16, pg. 1, col. 5
DEATH OF SISTER AND BROTHER
Mrs. Susan Good (Shaffer) of near Stanley, died of cancer Wednesday of last week, August 23. She was the mother of Mittie and Esta Good. Her funeral which took place at the Adventist church Friday was conducted by Eld. Walter Strickler, of the Brethren church, to which the deceased belonged.
The following day William Stoneberger, living with his daughter, Mrs. Wilson, near Stanley, a half brother of Mrs. Good, died after several years blindness and ill health. He was 70 years of age and a widower. Mr. Stoneberger was a good citizen and a member of the M.E. church. Tilden Stoneberger is one of his sons. We could not get the names of other children. The funeral was conducted at Leak’s Chapel by Eld. Walter Strickler.
Willis Stoneberger (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 8 Sep 1916
North Stanley
We have been requested to say that it was all a mistake about Tilden Stoneberger being a son of Wm. Stoneberger as mentioned in the paper last week. He is not any kin to Wm. Stoneberger, and the only children he had were Mrs. C.S. Wilson and Mrs. Cleveland Getz.
Mrs. Mary Frances Stover
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Jul 1914
DEATH OF MRS. STOVER
Mrs. Mary Frances Stover, aged 72 years, died of cancer on last Monday at 12 o’clock, at her home at Big Spring, after a serious illness of about four months. Her husband, Benjamin Stickley Stover, died 24 years ago. She was a daughter of David Kibler, deceased, and is survived by a brother J.W.H. Kibler, of Luray, and a sister Mrs. Pamela Hackley, of Ammisville, Va., both of whom were at her bedside at the time of her death. She is also survived by the following children: Mrs. Bettie Madden, and Walter and William Stover, of Page county Benton Stover of Rappahannock.
Mrs. Stover had been in good health and was very active until about four months ago… for many years a member of Big Spring Old School Baptist church. The funeral services were conducted by her pastor Elder Reuben T. Strickler, on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. Interment took place in the Stover graveyard, on the Trenton Long place, about a mile from the church.
James P. Strole
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Dec 1914
Death of James P. Strole
James P. Strole of Hunter county, Tex., a brother of Philip Strole of Grove Hill, O.P. Strole of Harrisonburg, Mrs. Albert Huffman, of Honeyville, and Isaac Strole, of Kansas, died very suddenly on Oct. 29th at the age of 69 years. The deceased after spending three months with his relatives in Page left here for his home only about three weeks before his death. He leaves one daughter and two sons, all in Texas, to mourn his loss. Mr. Strole was a native of Page and his wife who died some time ago, was a daughter of Joseph Kibler, of this county. He had been a resident of Texas for thirty years. He was a member of the Lutheran church and highly respected.
Mrs. Mary Strole
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Apr 1917
DEATH CLAIMS ANOTHER WELL KNOWN WOMAN
Mrs. Mary C. Strole died last Friday morning at 1:30 o'clock at Savannah, Mo., to which place she had one for medical treatment...
Mary Catherine Bowers was born near Alma, Page county, Virginia, April 14, 1859 and her age at the time of death was 66 years, 11 months and 16 days. She was united in marriage to Sirum C. Strole at Luray, Va., May 18, 1871, the husband preceding her to the grave nine years ago. To this union three children were born, Mrs. George Keyser, of near Howe, Mrs. George Bohl who lives near Omaha and Charles G. Strole of near Howe. She is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: near Nemaha and Charles E. Koontz, Mrs. Ella Koontz and Mrs. Harrison Strickler, all of whom live in Virginia. She united with the Christian church in early womanhood in her native state but in after years she moved her membership with her husband to the Lutheran church of Stella...
The funeral was held from the home of her son, Charles G. Strole, Sunday afternoon and the services were conducted by Rev. Roy E. Deadman... At he conclusion of the services the remains were laid to rest in the Kite cemetery- Howe, (Mo.) Paper
Frank Stroop
Page News & Courier, Friday 25 Aug 1916
DEATH OF FRANK STROOP
Frank Stroop, aged 58 years, 8 months and 15 days, died at his home near New Market, Aug. 16th. He leaves a widow and one child to mourn his loss and is survived by four brothers and three sisters: Mrs. Betty Getts, of Stony Man, Noah Stroop, of Leaksville, John Stroop of Stanley, Ed Stroop, Geo. Stroop and Mrs. Carrie Grim and Mrs. Caroline Shyence, of Rockingham county. Mr. Stroop was a member of the Dunkard church. The funeral services were conducted by his pastor Rev. Benton Neff. Interment took place near the Dunkard church at Cedarville.
Mrs. Sarah Sullivan
Page News & Courier, Friday 12 Jan 1917
Mrs. Sarah Sullivan, aged sixty-seven years, formerly of Albemarle county, a sister of Samuel Eppard, of near Leaksville, and S.A.K. Eppard, of Elkton, died on the first day of the New Year under peculiar circumstances. Her mind which had been under a cloud for more than twenty-five years was suddenly restored, after a fall during the holiday week... the fall was too much for her enfeebled body and she died in a few days. Her body was taken by railway to Elkton and from there conveyed to her old home across the Blue Ridge mountains at Sullivan, Albemarle county. There she was buried beside her husband who died forty-six years ago. Mrs. Sullivan joined the Methodist church in childhood... Surviving her are two children, Mrs. Victory Meadows of Furnace No. 2, Page county and Joseph B. Sullivan, of Albemarle.
Charles Taylor
Page News & Courier, Friday 3 Oct 1913
FOUND DEAD IN BED
Charles R. Taylor, of near Mauck, son of Eld. Thornton Taylor, deceased, was found dead in bed yesterday morning. He worked all the day before, but complained of a headache. He was fifty-eight years old and is survived by a widow, and twelve children. He was a brother of Mrs. William Owens, Mrs. Ol Cave, William Taylor, and Edward Taylor the latter of Baltimore.
Mrs. Taylor was visiting her father Jack Knight, North of Luray when he husband's death occurred.
Charles Taylor (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 10 Oct 1913
SUDDEN DEATH
Charles R. Taylor, aged 58 years, living in Taylor's Hollow, two miles East of Mauck, was found dead in bed last Friday morning. He was apparently in his usual health when he retired the night before. Death being due to some brain affection.
At the time of his death his wife, who survives him was on a visit to their daughter, Mrs. Henry Berry, of Hamburg, this county. The deceased who was a hard working, law abiding citizen is survived by his wife and seven or eight children.
The funeral which was held Saturday at 2 p.m., was attended by a large number of sorrowing friends and relatives. Interment near his home.
Mrs. Fannie Taylor
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Sep 1918
DEATH OF MRS. TAYLOR
Mrs. Fannie Taylor, widow of Newton Taylor, died at her home near Mauck, this county, on Wednesday of this week, aged about 70 years. She was paralyzed sometime ago and never recovered from the stroke. She is survived by the following children: Van Taylor, of Elkton; W.D. Taylor, of Meadows; R.L., David E., Charles and Theodore Taylor of Mauck; Mrs. Lilly Broyles and Mrs. Rebecca Broyles, of Baltimore; Mrs. Vida Morris and Mrs. Nora May, of Shenandoah. Mrs. Taylor was buried at Bethlehem Disciples church near her home, having been a member of this denomination for a number of years.
Mrs. Isabell Taylor
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Feb 1916
Stanley Column
Died
Mrs. Isabell Taylor died of dropsy Saturday at her daughter Mrs. Will Buracker’s (the plasterer) after a long spell of sickness. She would have been 80 years old in June. She leaves three children to mourn her loss- James Taylor, Mrs. Jno. Knight and Mrs. Wm. Buracker. She was a Miss Crigler before her marriage and a sister of D. Lee Mauck’s deceased mother. Mrs. Taylor was a member of the Disciples church for fifty years ore more and was highly respected. The funeral was conducted by her pastor, Rev. Warren Baldwin Sunday.
Mrs. Mattie Taylor
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Jun 1919
DEATH NEAR STANLEY
Mrs. Mattie Taylor, wife of Edward Taylor, residing at the Martin Kite place, near Marksville, died of pneumonai and heart failure at her home at an early hour on Sunday morning, aged fifty-four years. She had been ill about took weeks. Her health had been good formerly. Largely owing to her heavy size, her weight being about 350 pounds, her illness took a serious form from the first.
Mrs. Taylor was a member of the Methodist church... She leaves an aged father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Breeden, the former being eighty nine years of age. A sister, Mrs. Ferrell, of Shepherdstown, attened the funeral. The immediate family consists of the stricken husband and a son and daughter, both about grown. The funeral of Mrs. Taylor which took place on Monday was conducted by Rev. L.L. Lloyd.
Mrs. Barbara Turner (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Jan 1913
DEATH OF MRS. TURNER
Mrs. Barbara Turner, aged 60 years widow of “Cent” Turner deceased died at her home near Honeyville about 5 o’clock Saturday evening from a stroke of paralysis six days previous to her death. Before marriage she was a Miss Gray of the Stanley section. Mrs. Turner is survived by the following children: Lewis, Trenton, Amos and Trenton Turner and Mrs. Fred Nauman of this county and George Turner, of Charlestown, W.Va. Her funeral which took place Monday Evening was conducted by Elds. George Painter and Frank Comer.
Mrs. Barbara L. Turner (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Jan 1915
Honeyville
Mrs. Barbara L. Turner, who died last Saturday was laid to rest at Leak’s Chapel by the side of her husband who died a few years ago. Mrs. Turner was 65 years old. The children of the deceased were present at the funeral. Besides a lot of friends. The church was filled to its full capacity. Elds. Foster Spitler and F.P. Comer preached her funeral.
Ellis Turner
Page News & Courier, Friday 9 Jun 1911
Honeyville
Your scribe was at two burials, one at Leake's Chapel, where Mr. Turner was laid to rest. There was a large crowd of sorrowing friends. Elder Martin Rothgeb and Elder George Painter preached... Mr. Turner was 68 years, 2 months and 8 days old...
Dorman Turner
Page News & Courier, Friday 27 Apr 1917
Stanley
Dorman Turner died Saturday, of pneumonia at his home near the Ochre Bank, aged 58 years, 6 months and 8 days. He leaves a wife and six children. He was buried at the Adventist cemetery, Elder Frank Comer preached his funeral.
Mrs. Elma Turner
Page News & Courier, Friday 24 Oct 1919
DEATH OF MRS. ELMA TURNER
Mrs. Isaac Houston Turner, died at her home East of Ruffner's Ferry on the Shenandoah River, about three miles west of Luray, on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock after an illness of only a few weeks with typhoid fever. Mrs. Turner was in her 29th year, and was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob W. Ruffner, west of the River. She is survived by her husband, two little daughters, Elizabeth and Edna, her parents and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Martin Shirley, Miss Emma and Jacob Ruffner, all of Page, and one half sister, Mrs. Ashby Dofflemoyer, of near Berryville. Her funeral was conducted at the home of her parents on Thursday afternoon, Eld. J.B. Jenkins assisted by Eld. R.T. Strickler, officiating. Interment in the family graveyard nearby.
Lewis S. Turner
Page News & Courier, Friday 7 Mar 1919
DEATH OF LEWIS TURNER
Lewis S. Turner, aged 36 years, died at his home near Honeyville on February 28th. Mr. Turner had only been ill for a few days, and his death was due to influenza. He is survived by his wife and six children and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Turner.
His funeral was conducted on Sunday from his late home by Elders Walter Strickler and Frank P. Comer interment at Leak's Chapel cemetery.
Mrs. Kate Walters
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Feb 1918
Death of Mrs. Kate Walters
Mrs. Kate Walters, wife of Eugene Walters, a highly respected lady living near Newport died on Thursday aged about 70 years. Her health had been feeble for a long time. The deceased was a Miss Higgs of Newport. Her first husband was Jacob Emerson, of Luray who died many years ago. A number of children by her first marriage survive including David and Calvin Emerson, of South Page, Mrs. William Webster, of West Virginia, and Mrs. David Edwards, of Luray. There were no children by the last marriage. Mrs. Walters had been a member of the Brethren church for years. The funeral will take place at the house at Newport at 9 a.m., on Saturday after which the remains will be taken to Luray for interment in the cemetery.
Mrs. Effie Virginia Walton
Page News & Courier, Friday 20 Jun 1913
DIED
Mrs. Effie Virginia Walton, wife of William Walton, who lived on the Philip Louderback place near Newport, died on Saturday night at eleven o’clock. She was buried on Monday at the Brick church of which she was a member, Rev. M.A. Ashby conducting the services. She was a daughter of Jacob Louderback and leaves the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Victor Dovel, Mrs. W.A. Jenkins, Mrs. Joseph Foltz, Chas. Louderback and Miss Ora Louderback, of Page; Mrs. Lonnie Hockman of Mt. Jackson and John Louderback of near Charlestown. Mrs. Walton left an infant two days old and three other children, the eldest being twelve years old. Her age was 33 years, 9 months and seven days.
Mrs. Artie Weaver
Page News & Courier, Friday 14 Feb 1919
DEATH OF MRS. AMOS WEAVER
Mrs. Artie Weaver, wife of Amos Weaver, died at her home near Leaksville on Thursday, February 6th, after a short illness. She is survivedm besides her husband, by an infant and three other small children. Mrs. Weaver was about 25 years of age and was a daughter of Jacob Good, of near Stanley. She had been a faithful member of the Dunkard church for many years, and her funeral was conducted by Eld. Jos. M. Foster. Interment at Leak's Chapel on Saturday, Feb. 8th.
Mrs. Ruth Weekly
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 Nov 1918
DEATH OF MRS. WEEKLY
Mrs. Ruth Weekly, wife of "Kem" Weekly died at her home on the Blue Ridge, above Marksville, on Thursday, October 24th, after a short illness with influenza followed by pneumonia. Mrs. Weekly was a daughter of Frank Weekly and was about 25 years old.
Mrs. Elizabeth Williams (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Apr 1918
Morning Star, Friday 11 April 1918
The community was much grieved to hear of the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Williams who passed to her reward April 6, aged 79 years, 9 days, at the home of her daughter at Spring Farm. This most estimable Christian lady had been a resident of this community for the past fifteen years, only about a year ago moved to Spring Farm. She leaves the following children, Mrs. W.D. Nichols and Mrs. Charles Breeden, and W.E. Williams of this county and Mrs. Florence McDaniel, Martinsburg, W.Va., and Mrs. Charles Monger, of Greene county, Va., J.E. Williams, of Charlesroi, Pa., and E.H. Williams, of Shenandoah City...
Mrs. Elizabeth Williams (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Apr 1918
DEATH OF MRS. ELIZABETH WILLIAMS
Mrs. Elizabeth Williams, widow of the late William Williams, formerly residing in the Morning Star neighborhood, but who has been residing with her daughter, Mrs. Charles Breeden, for several years, died at their home near the Whosoever Farm, on last Sunday night after a long illness. Her death was hastened by a severe fall on the ice during the winter. Mrs. Williams was a consistent member of the Disciples church near Stony Man, of which she had been a member for many years. She was 78 years and 8 days old. She leaves the following children: William and Hudson Williams, of the Morning Star section, Edward Williams, of Shenandoah City and Mrs. Chas. Breeden, of near Luray. Her funeral was conducted on Monday by Rev. P.L. Snapp at Morning Star church.
Interment in the Morning Star graveyard.
__ Wilson ( son of Hubert)
Page News & Courier, Friday, 30 Jun, 1911
Long
Hubert Wilson, near Long, lost on Sunday an infant son about twenty months. Death was due to summer complaint and meningitis. An infant was born to Mr. and Mrs. Wilson the following day.
Mrs. Ella Blanche Wilson
Page News & Courier, Friday 28 Feb 1919
DEATH OF MRS. CHAS. WILSON
Mrs. Ella Blanche Wilson, wife of Charles Wilson, died at her home near Long on Tuesday after a lingering illness of tuberculosis. Mrs. Wilson was in her 44th year and is survived by her husband and nine children. Before marriage she was a Miss Brock and was born near Stanley, this county. Her funeral was conducted on Thursday by Eld. J.B. Jenkins. Interment in the Huffman graveyard nearby.
George Thomas Wilson
Page News & Courier, Friday 6 Jun 1919
ANOTHER OLD CONFEDERATE SOLDIER GONE
On the night of Friday, May 16th George Thomas Wilson died at the home of his son, Everett Wilson, in Fauquier county. He had been sick but afew days and his death was a surprise to all. Mr. Wilson had reached his 81st year. His birthplace was Page county, where he spent the most of his life, till he came to Fauquier several years ago. He served four years in the Confederate army and was severely wounded in his hip and bore the marks of suffering bravely through his remaining days.
... His many grand children will miss him for he was a great favorite with them. He leaves two children, Everett Wilson and Mrs. Mamie Rogers.
Mr. Wilson was long a member of the Primitive Baptist church. He was buried at Oakland Cemetery, Culpeper county where were buried his beloved wife and noble son Grover. His funeral was conducted on Sunday the 25th of May at his home church at Summerduck, by his pastor, Rev. Mr. Frazier.
...- Communicated.
Mrs. Jenny Wilson
Page News & Courier, Friday 1 May 1914
NORTH STANLEY Column
Died
Mrs. Jennie Wilson wife of George H. Wilson, died at her home in Fauquier county, April 11th aged about 62 years. The Wilson family moved to Fauquier county from near Stanley, this county, about 14 or 15 years ago. Mrs. Wilson is survived by her husband and the following children: John Wilson, of near Luray, Chas. S. and David Wilson, of near Stanley, and Everet Wilson and Mrs. Wm Rogers of Fauquier county.
Mrs. Sarah C. Weaver (I)
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Apr 1919
MRS. SARAH C. WEAVER
Mrs. Sarah C. Weaver, wife of Paul Weaver, of near Jolletts, died at her home on last Friday, after an illness of about six weeks with stomach trouble. Mrs. Weaver was 72 years, 5 months and 22 days old. She had been a resident of Jollett section all her life... She had been a member of the Methodist church since early girlhood... She is survived by the following daughters: Mrs. Betty Meadows, Mrs. T.W. Meadows, and Mrs. G.E. Bailey, and one son, Grover C. Weaver, all of that immediate neighborhoodd. Her funeral was conducted on Sunday by her pastor, the Rev. Mr. Benson. Interment in the family grave yard nearby.
Mrs. Sarah C. Weaver (II)
Page News & Courier, Friday 11 Apr 1919
JOLLETTS
We are sorry to note the death of sister Sarah C. Weaver, wife of Paul Weaver, who died last week... She leaves her husband and four children to mourn her loss.
Mrs. Beulah Wolfersberger
Page News & Courier, Friday 15 Nov 1918
STANLEY
Death of Mrs. Wolfersberger
Mrs. Beulah Wolfersberger, wife of Clarence Wolfersberger, of Grottoes, Va., died at her home at that place last Saturday morning, aged 28 years, and 1 day. Before marriage she was Miss Beulah Graves, daughter of James Graves, deceased. Her mother was Mrs. James T. Kibler, who died one week ago in Detroit, Michigan, and was brought to Stanley for burial last Friday. Funeral services were conducted at Graves Chapel by Rev. A.P. Boude, Sunday, November 10th at three o'clock. She leaves her husband and four children, one brother, George Graves, of New Market, one sister, Mrs. E.T. Grove, of Leaksville.
Hollis Wolfersberger
Page News & Courier, Friday 22 Nov 1918
Stanley
Died
Hollis, little son of Clarence Wolfersberger, died Monday at his home in Grottoes, Va., and was brought to Stanley and buried Wednesday evening at Graves Chapel, aged 1 year, 11 months. Its mother was buried about two weeks ago.
Mrs. Mildred Wolfersberger
Page News & Courier, Friday 4 Oct 1918
DIES AT AGE OF 96 YEARS
Mrs. Mildred Wolfersberger, aged 96 years, 10 months and 27 days, the venerable widow of Rev. Jonathan Wolfersbergr, died at 2 a.m., on Wednesday at the home of her son Edward Wolfersberger, near Marksville. Death came peacefully...
... Although at one time using spectacles, for the last ten years of her life she had her "second sight" and she was a regular reader of the Page News and Courier and Baltimore Sun without the aid of spectacles.
Mrs. Wolfersberger who was a Miss Lilliard, of Rappahannock county, leaves three children, viz.; J. Harrison Wolfersberger, R. Edward Wolfersberger and Mrs. Sarah E. Kiblinger, all of near Marksville. Her descendents include 26 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. For many years she was a member of the Methodist church...
The funeral of Mrs. Wolfersberger was held before a large assemblage at Graves Chapel yesterday morning, Rev. L.L. Lowance conducting the service. Interment in the Chapel cemetery.
Mrs. Thomas Vaughn
Page News & Courier, Friday 21 Apr 1916
Gone to Rest
Mrs. Thomas Vaughn who has been sick for a year or more died last Saturday, April 15, 1916, at the home of her daughter Mrs. J.W. Bailey, at Brand, at the ripe old age of 78 years. She had been a consistent member of the M.E. Church for a long time... She leaves one daughter, Mrs. J.W. Bailey of Brand, and two sisters: Mrs. John Fronk and Mrs. B.F. Weatherholtz, of the Kimball section... Her funeral was preached Sunday by Elds. J.A. Racer, Geo. Painter and B.W.F. Huffman, after which she was laid to rest in the family grave yard by the side of her husband who preceded her to the grave about 15 years ago...
Mrs. Daisy Viands
Page News & Courier, Friday 18 Oct 1918
DEATH OF MRS. STAGE VIANDS
Mrs. Daisy Viands, aged about 30 years, died at her home in Baltimore, on Wednesday of last week, with double pneumonia. Her remains were brought to Luray on Sunday and interred in Green Hill cemetery on the same day, Rev. George F. Cook officiating. Mr. Viands with his family had only been residing in Baltimore for a few months having formerly resided at Luray. Besides her husband, she is survived by four small children, her father, Edward Short, a B. & O. conductor, Cumberland, Md., three sisters, Mrs. Vada Norman, of Stanley and Misses Julia and Mollie Short, of Harrisonburg, Va., and two brothers, Charles and Fred Short, in the U.S. Army and Navy.
Mrs. Elizabeth Viands
Page News & Courier, Friday 30 Nov 1917
DEATH OF MRS. VIANDS
Mrs. Elizabeth Viands, widow of Thomas Viands, deceased of this county, died on Thursday morning, Nov. 22, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A.J. Cave, in Luke, Md. Her health had been failing rapidly for the past six months and she was confined to her bed for two weeks preceding her decease.
Mrs. Viands who was 72 years of age, was a daughter of J.A. Gordon deceased, who resided near Marksville, this county. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Fannie Gochenour of Hagerstown, Md., and Miss Diana Gordon, of Atlanta, Ga. Her husband, Thomas Viands, died 16 years ago. For the past thirteen or fourteen years Mrs. Viands has resided with her only child, Mrs. Cave, at Luke, Md. Prior to that time she lived in Page county, where she nursed the sick in many homes. Fort 35 years she had been a consistent member of the Methodist church. Her funeral was conducted at the home of her daughter by the Rev. Mr. Wilson, of the M.E. church of Luke, Md., assisted by Rev. Dorsey of the Baptist church. Her remains were brought here on Saturday, accompanined by her son-in-law, A.J. Cave and were buried in the old Shuff graveyard, East of Luray, Elder Joseph M. Foster of the Dunkard church conducting the services.
Mrs. Permelia Yowell
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 May 1916
DEATH OF MRS. J.L. YOWELL
Mrs. Permelia A. Yowell, wife of John L. Yowell, died at 6:15 p.m., on Sunday at her home in West Luray after a long illness. The day of her death was her 48th birthday.
Mrs. Yowell has been in poor health for a number of years. She went to the hospital twice, the last time about two years ago, but did not secure lasting relief. In spite of her afflictions she continued to look after her household duties almost to the time of her death and maintained her cheerful, unselfish temperament to the last. She visited her sister Mrs. Charles G. Koontz, near Marksville, on Monday preceding her death, making the trip by automobile. On the following Thursday she was compelled to take to her bed. She grew rapidly worse and her relatives were hurriedly summoned on Sunday morning. A few hours later she passed away.
Mrs. Yowell was a daughter of the late Reuben Aleshire, of Leaksville this county. She is survived by her husband, John L. Yowell, to whom she was married in February, 1896, twenty years ago. Her surviving brothers and sisters are Mrs. Charles G. Koontz of Marksville; Mrs. Mattie Price, of Alma; Mrs. A.Z. Shirley, of Luray, Mrs. Lee Burner, Mrs. David F. Miller and Mrs. W.M. Strickler of Leaksville, John B. Aleshire, of Massanutton, and Charles Aleshire, of Geneva, Indiana. Mr. and Mrs. Yowell bought the S.J. Richey property in West Luray two and a half years ago and moved to town from their farm on Mill Creek… A number of years ago Mrs. Yowell connected herself with the Mill Creek Old School Baptist church of which she was a devoted member to the end…
The funeral which was conducted by Eld. T.S. Dalton in Mill Creek Old School Baptist church at two o’clock Tuesday afternoon was very largely attended. She was buried in the Reuben Aleshire graveyard a mile South of Leaksville…
Anthony Young
Page News & Courier, Friday 5 Jan 1917
DEATH OF ANTHONY YOUNG
Anthony Young, residing a half mile East of Rileyville, died at the Charlottesville hospital on Christmas day, aged about 65. He had gone to the hospital eight days before for an operation for hernia, which was sucessful. Death was due to causes that developed after the operation.
The deceased left a widow who was a sister of John W. Richards, the Luray chair maker, and the following children: A.J. and William Young, Mrs. Vernon Beahm, and Mrs. Joseph Beahm, of Rileyville, and the two Mrs. Landsberry, of West Virginia. The deceased had been a member of the Brethren church about five years and was highly respected.
...
The deceased was well known locally as a debater and possessed an unusual knowledge of the Holy Scriptures.
John E. Young
Page News & Courier, Fridy 31 Jan 1919
JOHN E. YOUNG DEAD
John E. Young aged about 65 years, son of the late John Young, for many years a residence of Rileyville, died at his home near that place on Monday of this week. He was married three times, and was a brother of Jas. A. Young, the Rileyville cooper. He was a member of one of the oldest families in Page county...
He is survived by his widow, and one son, Thomas Young. For many years he had been a consistent member of the Brethren church.
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