The GazetteFebruary 15, 1939 Brother Albritton was born March 5, 1874, and died December 15, 1938; age 64 years nine months and ten days. He first united with Beulah Baptist church and moved his membership to Conway, and on November 20, 1897, moved his membership to Salem. And about 1904 he moved his membership to … Continue reading Resolutions of Respect of Brother G. Alex Albritton
Obituaries and Memorials
COUPLE’S ONLY CHILDREN DIE FEW MINUTES APART
The GazetteJanuary 25, 1939 The following clipping is taken from a Houston, Texas, newspaper of recent date: "A Houston mother and father prepared today to bury their only two children, baby girls, 1 and 3 years old, after the two had died within a few minutes of each other this morning. "The children, Carolyn Grace, … Continue reading COUPLE’S ONLY CHILDREN DIE FEW MINUTES APART
Memorial
The GazetteJanuary 18, 1905 William Edwin Davis was born in Georgia, February 9, 1827 and died in Louisiana, December 10, 1904. When a great soul who has influenced our lives, passes away into that state commonly called death, we begin to wonder what particular attribute in him influenced us. Wherein lay his influence? Was it … Continue reading Memorial
Dan Barr was “Grand Old Man” of Methodism
Winnfield News-AmericanNovember 27, 1936 Reverend Dan C. Barr, 84, affectionately known as "Brother" Barr, and termed the "grand old man of North Louisiana Methodism", died at a Monroe clinic. He had been seriously ill for several days, and the end was not unexpected. The body was taken to the First Methodist Church of Monroe Friday at … Continue reading Dan Barr was “Grand Old Man” of Methodism
Marion Man Is Fatally Crushed by Log Truck
The Gazette May 23, 1940 Last Rites for J. A. (Dutch) Everett Are Held Wednesday Marion, La.--Funeral services for J. A. (Dutch) Everett, 38, of Marion, who met instant death about 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, May 21, when struck by a log truck just out of town on the Huttig highway, were held Wednesday afternoon … Continue reading Marion Man Is Fatally Crushed by Log Truck
Mrs. Julius Arent
The Gazette November 4, 1903 Mrs. Julius Arent died Monday night at 9 o'clock after a brief illness. Mrs. Arent was the sister of the late Col. Daniel Stein and lived in Farmerville, prior to her marriage with Mr. Arent, who survives her. Mrs. Arent was about fifty-five years old. She leaves six children, three … Continue reading Mrs. Julius Arent
Col. Daniel Stein
The Gazette September 2, 1903 Last Sunday morning about 9:30 o'clock Col. D. Stein, one of the oldest and most prominent citizen of Farmerville, died at the residence of his step daughter, Mrs. Ellen Levi. Mr. Stein had been ill for several weeks, and as he had from the beginning steadily grown weaker and weaker … Continue reading Col. Daniel Stein
In Memoriam
The Gazette May 20, 1903 When death invades the family circle and claims for its victim the dear, devoted wife and fond, indulgent mother, and leaves husband and children almost heart-broken, it is indeed a sad sight to the beholder. But it is the Lord's doings, and it is marvelous in our eyes. Lizzie, wife … Continue reading In Memoriam
Mr. I. Shuster Dead
The Gazette April 22, 1903 Postmaster Isaac Shuster died at his residence in Farmerville last Friday evening, after a prolonged illness with rheumatic troubles. Several days before the end came his family and friends realized that death was the inevitable; and hence they were in a measure prepared for it. Mr. Shuster had reached the … Continue reading Mr. I. Shuster Dead
Pearl Adams Harris
Pearl Adams Harris, 97, a retired bookkeeper and homemaker, passed away on February 4, 2016 at her home in Farmerville, La. Visitation will be held at Farrar Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville on Sunday, February 7, 2016 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Funeral services by Rev. Hank Hamilton and Rev. Johnny Hankins will be held on Monday, … Continue reading Pearl Adams Harris
Willie Goyne Obituary
The Gazette October 22, 1902 Our beloved friend, Willie Goyne, who was twenty three years of age, died on Wednesday night, October 8, 1902. He leaves a noble mother and father and many friends who are very sad to know that he is dead. He was an obedient, loving and thoughtful son. He never neglected … Continue reading Willie Goyne Obituary
Mrs. Mattie Pleasant Dead
The Gazette September 10, 1902 Died at her home in Farmerville, La., on the morning of Sept. 8, Mrs. Mattie Pleasant. This announcement come with no shock to the many friends of Mrs. Pleasant for she has suffered from an incurable malady for several months; but, though unexpected, not less keen is the sorrow it … Continue reading Mrs. Mattie Pleasant Dead
Lori Ann Taylor
Funeral services for Lori Ann Taylor, 58, of Farmerville will be held at 10:00am, Friday, May 11, 2018 at Holmesville Baptist Church near Downsville with Bro. Jerry Whitman officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Nebo Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Lori went to her heavenly home on May 8, 2018. … Continue reading Lori Ann Taylor
Jacob Marx
The Gazette August 13, 1902 News was received this morning at Farmerville that Mr. Jacob Marx was dead. He died yesterday afternoon at four o’clock at the insane asylum at Jackson, La., whither he was carried about a week ago, in an incurable demented condition. For many years Mr. Marx was a leading merchant of … Continue reading Jacob Marx
J. W. Loper Dead
The Gazette August 13, 1902 Tuesday at noon the sad intelligence was received at Farmerville announcing the death of Mr. John W. Loper, a prominent merchant and planter, at his home in Cecil at 11:30 that morning. About a week ago the deceased had to take to his bed with a malignant attack of typhoid … Continue reading J. W. Loper Dead
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