Obituaries (Ca, Ch) MHD Collection

 

Lottie B. Yaple, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samual Yaple, and for the past nine years the wife of J.B. Cass, was born in Afton 33 years ago and died at her home in this village, Sunday, Oct. 29.  Her sudden death shocked and grieved her many friends and acquaintances as her last illness was of less than a week's duration, and few realized that her condition was critical.  Mrs. Cass passed through a long and severe sickness last summer and although apparently regaining her former health she was not in condition to withstand the illness that attacked her some ten days ago.  With the exception of two years which the deceased resided in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], her entire life was spent in and about Afton [Chenango Co., NY], where she acquired a large acquaintance and her friends were numbered by her acquaintances.  Mrs. Cass was a member of the Presbyterian church, Afton Chapter, No. 137, O.E.S., Afton N.P.L. and Vanderburg W.R.C. and was a faithful church and society worker.  Funeral services were held from the late home yesterday afternoon at one o'clock, at which Rev. J.F. Shaw officiated.  Members of the Eastern Star and W.R.C. attended in a body.  The profusion of flowers, with pieces from the several societies of which she was a member, spoke of the popularity of the deceased.  Burial was made in Glenwood cometery [Afton, Chenango Co., NY], the service at the grave being in charge of Afton Chapter No. 137, O.E.S.  Deceased is survived by her husband, J.B. Cass, daughter, Mildred, her mother, Mrs. Carrie Yaple, and one sister Nelsie Yaple.  The bereaved husband and young daughter are recipients of much sympathy in their loss of wife and mother.  [MHD notation:  d. 1905]

 

The funeral of Thomas Cassidy was held from his home at Tunnel [Broome Co., NY] Saturday morning at 9:30 o'clock and at eleven o'clock from St. Paul's church in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY].  The bearers were Thomas McGuire, Thomas H. Storen, Patrick Pender, William McKane, Cornellus McCarthy, and Patrick Keefe.  Rev. Father Purcell said mass and Rev. J.V. Simmons preached the funeral sermon.  Burial in Catholic cemetery.  [MHD notation:  d. Feb. 18, 1909]

 

Mrs. Stella Caton, 72, wife of William Caton of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], died Thursday night at the Binghamton City Hospital.  Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Benjamin Caton; three granddaughters, and a brother, Howard Turner, all of Binghamton.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Greene.  The body was removed to her home in Greene where friends may call until Sunday morning, when it will be taken to the Harry R. Rogers Funeral Home, 21 North Chenango St., Greene.  [MHD notation:  d. Aug. 7, 1947]

 

Caton:  The funeral of Mrs. Stella Caton, will be held at the Harry R. Rogers Funeral Home, 21 North Chenango St., Greene, Sunday at 2 pm.  The Rev. Robert W. Packer, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Greene, will officiate.  Burial will be in Sylvan Lawn Cemetery, Greene [Chenango Co., NY].  Friends are invited to call at her home in Greene, until Sunday morning.  [MHD notation:  d. Aug. 7, 1947]

 

Dr. Arthur G. Chalker died at his home in Pomona, Cal, June 20th.  Since an automobile accident four years ago he had been an invalid and for several months had been entirely helpless.  He was born in the town of Greene [Chenango Co., NY] August 7th, 1868, and was the youngest son of Orlando and Adelia Chalker.  He si survived by the wife Myra S. Chalker, and several nieces and nephews.  The remains will rest by the side of their son in mountain View cemetery, Pasadena, Cal.  [MHD notation:  d. 1927]

 

Lynn C. Chalker, 69, of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], died Thursday at his home on the Greene-Coventry Road.  He is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Blanche Exelle, Duncan, Vancouver, B.C., Mrs. Leslie Furlow, South Pasadena, Cal., Mrs. Zoe Potter, Johnson City, Mrs. Clara Hayes, Greene, and several nieces and nephews.  The body was removed to the Harry R. Rogers Funeral Home, 21 North Chenango Street, Greene, where friends may call. [MHD notation:  d. in mid-1940s]

 

Mrs. Alice Chamberlin, 84, died Tuesday morning, in the Jones Nursing Home, Oneonta, NY [Otsego Co.].  She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Charles Davey, Washington, DC; and Mrs. Floyd Wallace, Oneonta; one son, Ralph of Hillsdale, NJ, and a brother, Edward Partridge of Tampa, Fla.; two grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. The body was removed to the Karschner Funeral Home, Afton [Chenango Co., NY], where friends may call.  [MHD notation:  d. Jan. 30, 1950]

 

George Christian, of North Afton [Chenango Co., NY], passed away January 14, after being in poor health for several years.  The funeral was held Friday at Colwell's Chapel [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY]

 

Leland Christian died Oct. 6 at his home in North Afton [Chenango Co., NY] after an illness of several months.  Born in Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] on July 16, 1890, he was the son of the late Henry Christian, and Henrietta Christian, who survives.  On Apr. 10, 1912, he was united in marriage to May W. Wheeler at Coventry.  He is survived by his wife, May W. Christian; his mother, Mrs. Henrietta Christian, both of North Afton; one sister, Mrs. Fred Alford, of Oneonta; three nieces, Mrs. Harry Mills, of Oneonta, Mrs. Clayton Bennett, of Bainbridge and Miss Virginia Alford, of Oneonta; and one nephew, Frederick Alford, of Binghamton.  Services were held at Colwell's Chapel Tuesday, Oct. 9, with the Rev. Lewis Jones, of West Bainbridge, officiating, assisted by the Rev. Kingston, of North Afton.  Bearers were:  Chester Stork and Norman Lee, both of Oxford; Harry Mills, of Afton; Ralph Lee, of Coventryville; Harold Lee and Clayton Bennett, of Bainbridge.  Burial was in North Afton Cemetery.  [d. 1945]

 

Fatal Crossing Crash:  Morris Christian, 27, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], died of injuries suffered when his truck was struck by a Lehigh freight train at North Harford yesterday.  [MHD notation, d. April 17, 1942]

 

Mrs. Willis Christian died at her home at North Fenton [Broome Co., NY] Sunday morning at 7 o'clock.  Her death was very unexpected as she had been feeling quite well and had driven to the train Saturday afternoon to meet Mr. Christian.  She had not been well for a long time and was considered in a dangerous conditon some months ago.  Mr. Christian has been engaged as traveling representative of the Reporter for several years and our subscribers as well as his friends and relatives will sympathize with him in his great bereavement.  [MHD notation:  d. Jan. 5, 1918]

Fire - Bainbridge Wood and Iron Works, 1876

Fire - Bainbridge Wood and Iron Works

 Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, Nov. 16, 1876

 

About half past seven o'clock on Monday evening last the cry of fire was sounded in our village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], and the people on gaining the streets discovered it to be in the main building of the Bainbridge Wood and Iron Works, owned by B.P. Van Horne & Co.  Mr. Medbury and other employees in the building were promptly on the spot and succeeded in getting out some of the machinery and tools, but the greater part of these, together with the entire building was destroyed.  Our people, as by common instinct, grasped each a pail, at this time Bainbridge's most effectual fire extinguisher, and in an incredible short time were upon the scene tugging water from wells to save adjoining buildings, and it was due to their efforts that two or three residences and the saw mill nearby were not destroyed. There had been no fire in the building since the Saturday preceding, and it is the prevailing opinion that it was the work of an incendiary.  The loss is estimated at fourteen thousand.  Insurance seven thousand.  It is the purpose of the proprietors to rebuild the foundry, and work will commence at once--Republican.

Marriages (Carroll) MHD Collection

 

Miss Margaret Carroll of Worcester, Mass., announces the engagement of her sister, Miss Alice Marie Carroll, to George T. Decker of Greene.  The couple will be married Oct. 29 [1955] in Worcester, Mass.  Miss Carroll is a graduate of Our Lady of the Elms College and attended Fordham University.  She is now associated with the Red Cross Blood Program in Boston, Mass.  Mr. Decker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford B. Decker of Greene, is associated with the Twining & Fischer, Binghamton law firm.  He is a graduate of Boston College Law School and attended Syracuse University.  He is a member of both Massachusetts and New York State Bar Associations.

 

At a 10 am ceremony in the Blessed Sacrament Church in Worcester, Mass., Saturday, Miss Alice Marie Carroll, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John M. Carroll of Worcester, became the bride of George Thurlowe Decker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford B. Decker of Greene.  The Rev. J. Gerard Meas, SJ of Holy Cross College officiated at the double ring ceremony.  The bride was given in marriage by her brother, she wore a gown of white satin appliqued with chantilly lace and  fashioned with a long train.  Her finger tip veil was attached to a crown of lace decorated with seed pearls.  She carried a prayer book covered with white roses.  Maid of honor was Miss Margaret Ann Merlborough of Millbury, Mass.  She wore a gown of blue crystalette and carried a bouquet of red roses and blue delphinium.  Similarily gowned were Mrs. Robert Hart, Miss Claire Flynn, and Miss Patsy Lou Decker who were bridesmaids.  Best man was Joseph K. Matthews of Worcester.  Ushers were John E. Wedge, John P. Engaard, and Paul Ford.  The bride is a graduate of Our Lady of Elms College, Chicopec, Mass., and has been on the staff of the Red Cross Blood Program in Boston.  Her husband attended Syracuse University and Boston College of Law.  He is a member of both the Massachusetts and New York Bar Associations and is also associated with the law firm of Twining and Fischer, Binghamton.  After a trip to Bermuda, they plan to live in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY]  [MHD notation:  Married Oct. 1955]

 

Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence W. Carroll of 1263 Chenango Street announce the marriage of their daughter Myrtle R. to David M. Morgan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Glen W. Morgan of Afton.  The double ring ceremony took place July 17 in the Chenango Bridge Methodist Church.  The Rev. Theodore Hubbard, pastor, officiated. The couple was attended by the bride's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Preston L. Carroll of Elmira.  After the ceremony, a dinner party was held in the Poplars, Conklin Road.  The bride, who attended Elmira Business Institute, is a member of Quota Club and Genetaska Club.  Mr. Morgan attended Central College before entering the service, where he spent four years in the air transport command.  He is now associated with his father in the hardware and heating business in Afton.  [MHD notation:  m. 1946]

Obituaries (Ca cont) MHD Collection

 

Mrs. Ellen C. Carrington, widow of the late Clifford E. Carrington pased away Sunday, October 18, at her home on Pleasant avenue, aged 82 years.  Services were held at the Methodist Episcopal church, Wednesday at 11 A.M. with Rev. George Roberts, officiating, assisted by Rev. Bradford Tite, Rector of St. Ann's Episcopal Church.  Burial was in Glenwood cemetery, Afton [Chenango Co., NY].  Mrs. Carrington is survived by two daughters, Mrs. J.S. Spring of Jersey City, N.J.; Mrs. Belle Palmer of Afton and one son R.N. Carrington, of Pittsburgh, Pa.  [MHD notation:  d. 1936]

 

The Death Angel has picked another bud from his earthly conservatory to bloom in the heavenly.  Addie M., oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Cary, aged 11 yrs., died on Thursday evening last after an illness of several months.  She was a sweet, patient and cheerful child, beloved by her many classmates, teachers and friends.  "To know her was to love her."  Her memory will be cherished in many homes where her cheery countenance has shed its radiance of sweetness.  The funeral was held on Sunday afternoon at her home and was attended by a large concourse of people who came to pay the last tribute of respect to the departed.  Rev. G.W. Laidlaw of St. Luke's church, officiated, and the remains were taken to Coventry [Chenango Co., NY] and laid to rest in the village cemetery.  Funeral Director A.:P. Blake was in charge.  The floral tributes were many and beautiful, and these, together with the large number in attendance at the funeral, showed the respect and esteem in which she was held.  She leaves a father and mother and one younger sister to mourn her loss.  [MHD notation:  d. 1896]

 

George Cary of Binghamton [Broome Co., NY] died Nov. 5th at his brother-in-law's Charles Holcomb's.  He was sick only ten hours.  The funeral was held at the church and burial at Coventry West Corners [Chenango Co., NY]

 

Andrew Winfield Case was born in the town of Dix, Schuyler county, October 29, 1854.  He was the son of Elijah G. Case and Mary Love Case.  When he was about six years old his parents moved to Broome county.  At the age of 21 he married Miss Ellen Davis and then started housekeeping in Sanford [Broome Co., NY].  After several years they moved to Afton [Chenango Co., NY] and it was there that their daughter, Nora Luella, the late Mrs. Amos W. Tuckey, was born.  About 4-1/2 years ago they moved to Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] to be near her in their declining years.  After her death, the 22nd of last month, they wanted to return to their old home in Afton and complying with their wishes Mr. Tuckey moved them back there last week.  Mr. Case, who had been in feeble health for some time, was compelled to take to his bed soon after their arrival and he passed away Monday morning, June 8, at about 4:30 o'clock.  The funeral was held from the home at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon.  The officiating clergyman was Rev. R.B. Whitman of Bainbridge, assisted by Rev. Lester D. Huxtable of Afton.  Burial was in East Side cemetery, Afton.  Besides his wife, he is survived by one sister, Miss Sara Case, who has made her home with them for the past year.  Mr. Case had many friends and was held in high esteem by all who knew him.  [MHD notation:  June 8th, 1931] 

 

The funeral of Clarence P. Case was held from his late home on North Main St., Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, the Rev. T.J. Collar of Aurora, officiating.  Mr. Case was well known not only in Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] but throughout all the surrounding territory because of his love of music.  He played the cornet in Teachout's Orchestra and it was he who organized and kept it together for many years, until about three years ago when it was disbanded because of his failing health.  Mr. Case is survived by his wife, one son, Clifford Case and two grandchildren of this place.  [MHD notation:  d. Oct. 20, 1930]

 

Mrs. Gaylord Case died at the home of her son George, in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY] on last Friday morning at an advanced age.  The funeral was held at her old home at this place on Monday at one o'clock.  Burial at New Ohio [Broome Co., NY]

 

Leon G. Case, 77, formerly of Utica, N.Y. [Oneida Co.], passed away at his home, 41 St. John Ave., Saturday at 7:25 pm, after a long illness.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Louise M. Case; two sons, Leon G. Case, Jr., of Rome, NY, Burt R. Case of Endicott; a sister, Mrs. S.D. Smith of St. Johnsville, NY; a brother, Mark Case of Rome, NY; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  Mr. Case was a member of Holy Cross Episcopal Church of Utica, NY., and of its Men's Club, also a member of Herkimer Council, R&A.  The body was removed to the J.F Rice Funeral Home, 150 Main St., Johnson City, and will be taken this morning to the Raymond Owens Funeral Home, 118 Pleasant Ave., Frankfort, NY [Herkimer Co.].  [MHD notation:  Nov. 7, 1953]

Case:  Mrs. Louise M. Case, 80, 41 St. John's Ave., died at her home yesterday at 12:15 p.m.  She is survived by two sons, Leon G. Case, Rome, Bert R. Case, Endicott; three brothers, Earl Case, Mohawk, Thad Case Richfield Springs, Robert Case, Cederville; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  The body was removed to the J.F .Rice Funeral home, 150 Main St., Johnson City, and will be taken to Herkimer, N.Y., Wednesday morning for funeral services and burial at Oak Hill Cemetery, Herkimer [Herkimer Co., NY].  Local arrangements by the J.F Rice Funeral Home, 150 Main St., Johnson City, where friends may call this evening from 7 to 9.

Francis J. Casey, 67, of 50 North Main Street, Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] died Saturday morning [May 1955] at his home.  He is survived by his wife.  Mrs. Margaret Kirby Casey; a son, Francis Winsor Casey; two grandsons, Francis and Gregory Casey, both of West Palm Beach, Fla.; two brothers, Thomas of Allentown, Pa., and Richard Casey of Clinton; two sisters, Miss Elizabeth Casey and Miss Agnes Casey, both of Clinton and a niece, Mrs. Otto Zack of Allentown, Pa.  He was supervising principal of the Bainbridge Central School for 35 years, a Past Master of Susquehanna Lodge 167, F&AM, a member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church, and a charter member of the Rotary Club of Bainbridge.  The body was moved to the Fisher Funeral Home, 68 North Main Street, Bainbridge, and was taken Sunday afternoon to his home where friends may call. 

With deep regret and sadness of heart we record the sudden death on Friday afternoon of last week of Mrs. Marion Casey, wife of Prof. Francis J. Casey, principal of the Bainbridge Central School [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] for the past twelve years. Mrs. Casey, apparently in her usual health, had called at the home of Mrs. Edward Danforth to express to her a personal sympathy over the very grave illness of Mrs. Danforth's mother, when she was herself stricken with a cerebral hemorrhage, dying at the Danforth home about two hours later.  Mrs. Casey was the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Frank L. Winsor, of Laurens, N.Y. [Otsego Co.], whom Dr. Danforth summoned as soon as the seriousness of her attack became apparent and who were able to arrive with other members of the family a half hour or more before the fatal termination of her seizure.  She was born at Laurens, Otsego county, N.Y., February 28, 1894.  Following her school life in that village she attended and was graduated from the Oneonta High School.  Some time later was devoted to the study of music at Syracuse University, where she especially applied herself to the piano.  On December 28, 1916, she married Francis J. Casey, then principal of the Laurens High School.  One son, Winsor, was born to them, now fifteen years of age, who with his father survive her.  Besides her husband and son, deceased is survived by her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Winsor, and one brother, Coville Winsor, of Laurens, also a sister, Mrs. Damon Getman, of Oneonta.  Mrs. Casey was a recent member of the local chapter D.A.R., and a very active member of the Bainbridge Woman's Club, holding the office of secretary; she was also chairman of the Relief Committee, in which activity she was greatly interested.  She was a pianist of unusual ability and ever ready to donate her services at church and social gatherings.  Mrs. Casey was a woman of such rare personal charm, of such unusual grace of manner, of such unfailing vivacity in personal intercourse and of such kindliness of temperament that she had won the affectionate regard of the entire village, while her conquering friendliness, her personal liveliness, her warmth of genuine and sensitive sympathies had attracted a host of close personal friendships.  The news of her sudden, almost tragic death filled every heart with saddened wonder at the mysterious and unintelligible behavior of an inscrutiable providence.  In grateful memory for the many hours she had brightened and while the dew and the divinity of love seemed to rest upon every bud and blade of the perfect wilderness of flowers that covered casket and chancel, the people of Bainbridge and her many friends from elsewhere crowded the Presbyterian Church last Monday moning to bid farewell to the kind and lovely and generous spirit whose life had been so  untimely ended.  The impressive services were conducted by the Rev. G.H. Orvis.  From here, the remains, accompanied by the family and many others to whom she had endeared herself, were taken to her girlhood home at Laurens, N.Y., where interment was in the family plot.  [MHD notation:  d. April 28, 1933]



Henry G. Carr, Afton NY

 

H.C. Carr Soon to be 92 Years
 

Afton [Chenango Co., NY]:  Henry G. Carr, "Afton's Grand Old Man," will celebrate his ninety-second birthday on Nov. 6, next.  Mr. Carr has served as clerk for the town of Afton for the past 38 years consecutively, and has been endorsed for another term by both Democrats and Republicans.  Born on Ives Hill, on the east side of the Susquehanna River, he has lived his entire life in Afton.  In early youth he clerked in the old Daniel Carpenter store, after which he took up the study of drugs and for over 50 years has conducted his own drug store.  He became a Mason in 1870 and was elected to the office of high priest of Vallonia Chapter, R.A.M. in 1895.  He served as treasurer of the chapter for over 40 years.  Mr. Carr has three sons, eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  On April 22 of this year, Mr. Carr was presented by the Grand Lodge of the state with a medal in recognition of 50 years' service to Masonry.  [about 1936]

 

Oldest Mason to be Honored
 

Next Tuesday evening, April 23, members of Afton Lodge, F.&A.M., no. 360, will gather at their lodge rooms to honor their oldest active member, Henry G. Carr, familiarly known to scores of folks as "Uncle Henry."  Henry Carr was born near Ives Hill, on the East Side of the Susquehanna River, and has always lived in this vicinity.  As a young man, he clerked in the old Daniel Carpenter store, located on the west side of Main Street.  Later he embarked on a business career as druggist, locating at the present site of the Shiffer Barber Shop.  His store burned with the rest in the great fire of August, 1884, in which the east side of Main Street was swept by the devouring flames, destroying nearly every block on that side of the street.  Following the fire, he conducted business under difficulty until the Masonic building was completed in the winter of 1884.  Leasing the ground floor of the new building he has conducted a drug store in the present location since 1884, or 51 years, and until recently has been at his place of business nearly every day since that time.  Mr. Carr was born November 6, 1844, joining the Afton Lodge in 1870, he was elevated to the office of High Priest in Vallonia Chapter, R.A.M., in 1895 and in 1899 served as Master of the local F.&A.M. Lodge.  Later he was elected Treasurer and served in that position continuously for 40 years.  Few persons in New York State hold such a splendid record of loyalty and faithfulness to Masonry and especially to the lodge in which they received their degrees.  District Deputy Grand Master James Boyd Griffis and Past District Deputy Grand Master Hugh G. Collins will be present.  Followoing the meeting, refreshments will be served....

Marriages (Camp, Carr) MHD Collection

 

Afton [Chenango Co., NY]  Mrs. Leola Camp has announced the engagement of her daughter, Freda Kathleen, to H. Bruce Fant, native of Athens, Ga.  Miss Camp is a graduate of Afton High school and Lowell's Business school and has been secretary to the principal of Afton Central school for the past five years.  Mr. Fant is a graduate of the University of Georgia and received an A.M. degree from Mercer University in Georgia and an A.M. degree from Harvard.  He is a member of the American Historical association, the Harvard University club, and the Georgia Historical society, a member of Phi Beta Kappa fraternity and Phi Kappa Phi and has taught history in the Afton High school for four years. The wedding will take place late this month  [MHD notation:  m. 1937]

 

At a six o'clock ceremony in the Calvary Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., August 29, 1941 occurred the marriage of Miss Martha Ferguson and Mr. John P. Carr.  The ceremony was performed in the presence of the immediate family and a few close friends of the popular young couple by Rev. E.H. Tuller, pastor of the church.  Mrs. Carr was attractively attired in a navy silk redingote and wore a corsage of sweetheart roses.  The bride's attendant was Miss Ida Jean Dagger of Arlington, Va.  She wore a gown of maroon silk and carried Talisman roses.  The best manw as the groom's brother, Mr. H. Robert Carr of Washington D.C.  Mrs. Carr is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Hoodleet, of Lancaster, Ohio.  Mr. Carr is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Carr of Afton, N.Y.  After a brief honeymoon spent in New York City and Afton, N.Y., Mr. and Mrs. Carr will be at home in their newly furnished apartment in Washington, D.C.  The young couple have a host of friends who extend congratulations.  [published Sept. 4, 1941]

Obituaries (Ca) MHD Collection

 

Ella June Mead Cake, aged 79 passed away at the State Hospital, Binghamton, Thursday, March 12th, of apoplexy.  Mrs. Cake had been at the hospital for over four years.  Mrs. Cake was a very talented lady and prominent socially.  Her husband was the late Lu B. Cake, who wrote many very interesting books.  Mr. and Mrs. Cake had presented entertainments in various communities throughout the country.  Mrs. Cake was a life long member of St. Ann's Episcopal Church of this place.  She is survived by one niece, Blanche LeSuer, of this place.  The funeral will be held at St. Ann's church Saturday, March 14, at 2 p.m.  Service will be in charge of Rev. Bradford H. Tite.  Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery [Afton, Chenango Co., NY].

 

John Henry Camp, 52 years old, died suddenly Friday afternoon at his home, 42 Broome street.  He is survived by his widow, Mrs. John H. Camp; a son, Donald Camp of Ithaca; a daughter, Mrs. Bruce Fant of Mass.; a brother Arthur Camp of Binghamton; two sisters, Mrs. Helen Camp and Mrs. Sarah Purple, both of Binghamton, and several nieces and nephews.  The body was removed to the Ackley Funeral Home, 206 Vestal avenue. [MHD notation:  d. Mar. 8, 1940]

 

Camp:  The funeral of John Henry Camp will be held at 2:30 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at the Ackley Funeral Home, 206 Vestal avenue.  The Rev. Hinson V. Howlett will officiate.  Burial will be in Chenango Valley cemetery [Binghamton, Broome Co., NY].  The Improved order of Redmen wil conduct their services at the grave. 

George Canniff of Norwich, and James Canniff, of North Colesville, were called to East Windsor yesterday by the sudden death of their mother, Mrs. Anna Canniff which occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Wayman, East Windsor, on Sunday night, aged 71 years.  The funeral will be held at the house on Thursday at 10 o'clock and the burial will be in the New Ohio cemetery [Colesville, Broome Co., NY].  She has two sisters living, Mrs. George Hunt, of Coventry, and Mrs. John Panny, of Doraville.  [MHD notation:  d. FEb. 18, 1900]

George W. Canniff, 91, of 23 Duane Avenue, died at 10 a.m. yesterday.  He is survived by a niece, Mrs. Earl Badger of Port Crane, RD; three nephews, Charles Wayman, Reuben Wayman and Ernest Secrest, all of Afton, and a cousin, Mrs. Ida Shay of Binghamton.  The body was removed to the Karschner Funeral home in Afton [Chenango Co.,  NY], where friends may call this evening from 7 to 9.  [MHD notation:  d. Sept. 8, 1958]

Mrs. Jennie Carl, 86, formerly of North Afton [Chenango Co., NY], died Tuesday morning at the W.R.C. Hospital in Oxford.  She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Henry Meyer of Georgetown, Tex., Mrs. Robert Hawley of Bethel, Conn. and Miss Joyce Carl of Oneonta; a son, Isaac Carl of Afton; three brothers, Edgar Hinman of Lincoln, Nebr., Claude Hinman of Grand Junction, Colo.., and William Hinman of Ouaquaga; two sisters, Mrs. William Haviland of Ouaquaga, and Miss Marguerite Hinman of Greene; 17 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  The funeral will be held in the Methodist Church at North Afton today. the Rev. Kenneth Kingston and Rev. C.B. Klinetob will officiate.  [MHD notation:  d. Aug. 15, 1955]

Rodney Lewis Carl was born in Colesville, N.Y. [Broome Co., NY], June 10, 1860.  He was the only son of Isaac and Sarah Carl.  He died at his home in North Afton Feb. 17th, 1910.  He was married to Jennie Hinman June 10, 1888 who with five children mourn the loss of husband and father.  His aged father and two sisters also survive him.  In early life he joined the M.E. church and for many years he has been a faithful and consecrated member.  He was a member of the choir and the Official Board at the time of his death and was highly respected by his friends and neighbors.  His funeral was conducted in the North Afton M.E. church on Sunday afternoon by his pastor, Rev. I.J. Smith and the church was crowded to its utmost capacity.  He will be greatly missed in the church and community.  He was buried in the North Afton cemetery [Chenango Co., NY]

Death of a Former Colesville [Broome Co., NY] Man.  Owen Carnigie, son of Noris Carnigie, was born in the town of Colesville in the year 1849.  In 1875 he was married to the eldest daughter of Lewis and Susan Sanders.  His death occurred at his home in Chicago Dec. 18, and the funeral was held from the same place on 20th.  He was the last of five children.  The deceased is survived by a wife and two children, Louis and Nora.

Miss Alletta Carpenter, aged 70, died at her home in Afton [Chenango Co., NY], Sunday morning.  She is survived by two nephews, Harry G. Kark of Harpursville and Arthur C. Kark of Saratoga Springs, and several other nieces and nephews of Nebraska.  Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock in the Afton Baptist Church.  The Rev. Lester D. Huxtable, former pastor, officiated.  Miss Carpenter was a former teacher for many years in the Afton Central School system.  She was also a loyal and devoted member of the Afton Baptist Church, where she was an active worker in the various societies.  [MHD notation:  Jan 17, 1943]

Funeral service for Henry G. Carr, 94, Afton Town Clerk for 40 years and druggist for more than 60 years, who died at his home on Spring street Saturday, was held Wednesday afternoon in the Afton Baptist Church.  The Rev. Frederick Nichols officiated, and burial was in Glenwood Cemetery [Afton, Chenango Co., NY].  Afton Lodge, 360, F. and A.M., of which he was a member for 71 years, was in charge of the committal service.  Taking an active interest in civic and fraternal circles, Mr. Carr was connected with Valonia Chapter, 80, Eastern Star.  He was first named Town Clerk in 1889.  He was also one of the founders of the Afton Cornet Band, 40 years ago.  He is survived by three sons, William, Frank and Brookfield Carr, all of Cadyville, by eight grandchildren and by seven great-grandchildren.  [MHD notation:  d. April 1, 1939]

William H. Carr, 77, of Afton, died Tuesday morning at the Afton Hospital, following a long illness.  He is survived by his wife, Clara Craig Carr, of Afton; six daughters, Mrs. Ethel Fletcher, of Afton; Mildred, of New York City; Susan, of Hartford, Conn.; Mrs. J.R. Stroup, of Newtonville, Mass.; Mrs. Arthur MacDonald, of Norristown, Pa., and Marian Carr, of Washington, D.C.; two sons, Robert and John P. both of Washington, D.C.; a brother, George H., of Brookfield, and eight grandchildren. 

Marker for WWI Veteran James Burnside

 Marker for WWI veteran James Nelson Burnside

 

Masonville [Delaware Co., NY]: The grave of James Nelson Burnside in Masonville now has a veteran's marker. After eight years of efforts by his great-nephew, Jules E. Gunsauls of Unadilla and other family members, the World War I veteran now is at rest in a properly marked grave. Burnside fought in World War I with the Fighting 69th, Co. F. He died of typhoid fever in the states in 1924. His family felt he should have the honor of the veteran's marker and have been trying since 1979 to get that designation for him. Gunsauls said the problem was that everything was in the Family Bible including birth certificate and military records, and it has been missing for years. Gansauls said he found an obituary in an old newspaper and was directed to Deposit where he was able to get a copy of his birth certificate, but was unsuccessful in finding any military records. Aided by Ralph Henrickson of Harpursville, he wrote many letters to senators and congressmen seeking their help. Eventually he was successful and the New York State Veterans Assn. sent the marker. It was picked up in Sidney and is now in place. [Tri-Town News, Dec. 2, 1987]

Obituaries (Bu) MHD Collection

 

Cincinnatus [Cortland Co., NY]:  Miss Augusta Betty Burlingame, 22, of Cincinatus died early Thursday morning at Cortland Memorial Hospital following a brief illness.  Services will be at the convenience of the family Saturday in Cincinnatus United Methodist Church, the Rev. Donald MacLeod officiating.  There will be no calling hours....She is survived by her parents, Thomas and Thelma Harrington Burlingame; a sister, Miss Beth Burlingame; her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Effa Burlingame, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. [d. Sept. 26, 1969]

Bushnell:  The body of Arthur B. Bushnell who died at his home in Nineveh Junction [Broome Co., NY]Wednesday at 3 p.m. in Nineveh Cemetery.  The Rev. Willard H. Patton will officiate.  Arrangements by Harry G. Kark.  [MHD notation:  Dec. 28, 1945]

Mrs. Etta F. Bushnell, who has long been a respected citizen of Nineveh [Broome Co., NY], died very suddenly Saturday evening, August 30, at the home of Patrick Cullen, where she was visiting.  Mrs. Bushnell had been in poor health for a long time but thought to be slightly improving, when about six o'clock Saturday evening, while at tea, she was taken suddenly ill and expired almost immediately.  Etta F. Whitney was the daughter of Francis M. Whitney, born at Jackson, Susquehanna Co., Pa., Nov. 23rd 1826.  She was married in April 1877, coming here about four years later, since which time she has lived at Nineveh.  She leaves to mourn her loss two sons, Francis and Arther, and one daughter, Laura, all of Nineveh, also four brothers, Frank and Albert Whitney, of Jackosn, Pa.; George, of Susquehanna, and William of Nineveh, and one sister, Emily of Binghamton.  [MHD notation:  d. 1902]

Francis H. Bushnell, 74, of Langhorn, Pa., died at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the home of his son, Arthur A. Bushnell of Conklin [Broome Co., NY].  Besides his son, he is survived by his wife, Mrs. Josephine Bushnell; four other sons, Horace A. of Detroit, Mich., Robert F. of Brier Hill, William F. of Trexlertown, Pa., and Charles R. Bushnell of Yokohama, Japan; two daughters, Mrs. Arthur Whalen of Brier Hill and Mrs. Thomas Griffith of Binghamton; 16 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  He was a member of Nineveh Presbyterian Church.  The body was moved to the William R. Chase & Son Funeral home, 44 Exchange Street, and was to be returned this afternoon to the home of his son, Arthur A. Bushnell, Conklin, where friends may call Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.  [MHD notation:P  Aug. 25, 1954]

Mrs. Josephine (Scott) Bushnell of Langhorne, Pa., widow of the late Francis H. Bushnell, died Saturday at 2 pm at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Arthur E. Whalen of Briar Hill, after a short illness.  She is survived by five sons, Horace Bushnell of Detroit, Mich., Robert Bushnell of Briar Hill, Sgt. F. William Bushnell with U.S. Army, Arthur Bushnell of Conklin and Charles Bushnell of Tokyo Japan; two daughters, Mrs. Arthur Whalen of Briar Hill and Mrs. Thomas Griffith of Binghamton; 17 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  She was a member of the Broad Avenue Presbyterian Church of Binghamton.  Also member of Order of Amaranth, Emma B. Memorial of the Women's Republican Club Court 111 of Trevose, Pa., was officer of Firemen's Auxiliary of Trevose, Pa.  The body will be removed to the home of her daughter.  Mrs. Thomas Griffith, 22 Vincent St., late today, where friends may call this evening and Tuesday.  Arrangements by the William R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 44 Exchange St.  [MHD notation:  Oct. 30, 1956]

Dr. Charles S. Butler, 76, of 40 Grand Blvd. [Binghamton, Broome Co., NY], died Sunday at 6:45 a.m. at the Binghamton City Hospital.  He is survived by his widow, Mrs. E. Irene Butler of this city; three sons, Andrew Payson Butler of California, Charles Sylvester Butler and Thomas Wright Butler, both of Binghamton; two sisters, Mrs. Maude Chandler of Washington, D.C. and Mrs. Carrie Cole of Lexington, Mass.  The body was removed to the Prentice Funeral Home, 55 Main st., where friends are invited to call today from 7 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.  Funeral arrangements are pending.  [MHD notation:  d. May 19, 1946]

Earl Grant Butler passed away January 14, 1941, at the Veterans' Administration Hospital, Bath, where he had been a patient for four weeks.  He was born February 21, 1887 at Afton [Chenango Co., NY], a son of Adelbert and Amy Butler.  He was married December 31, 1928 to Clara I. Covey.  Mr. Butler was a member of the American Legion and served with the American forces in France.  Most of his life was spent in the vicinity of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].  He is survived by his wife, Clara I. Butler; a sister, Mrs. Alice Wilber, of Afton; four stepchildren, Richard Covey, of Guilford; Maurice Covey, of North Sanford; Mrs. Gladys French and Miss Helen Covey, of Nineveh Junction; and one granddaughter, several nieces and nephews.  The funeral was held Friday at 10:30 in Colwell's Funeral Home with the Slater-Silvernail Post in charge assisted by the Rev. Nichols of the Baptist Church in Afton.  The body was placed in the vault at Greenlawn Cemetery [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY]  

Railroad at Bainbridge, 1867

The Railroad at Bainbridge

 Chenango Telegraph & Chronicle, July 17, 1867

  

In company with a goodly number from Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], and many hundreds from other towns, we attended the railroad reception at Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] on Wednesday last, and helped swell the throng which greeted the advent and departure of the first passenger train into and from Chenango County.  Everything contributed to the enjoyment of the proceedings:  the rains of the day before had laid the dust and cooled the air, and the whole country from here to Bainbridge was in it holiday attire.  The heavy grass just ready for the mower, the well hoed fields of potatoes and corn, the waving grain--the fine, farm houses and farm buildings, the well-fed sheep, horses, cows and other stock in the pastures, and the lovely stretches of landscape which greeted us from the tops of the intervening hills, or the villages and the quiet valleys embracing them, these and similar attractions gave a zest to the ride, and made it of pleasure unalloyed, while the occasion of the journey added an interest and excitement such as we in Chenango have not known before. 

 

But the chief of the enjoyment was at Bainbridge, which outdid itself for the occasion.  that village never looked better than then, and, certainly, was never so filled before, nor by so joyful and even jubilant an assemblage.  The most ample preparations had been made, and the hospitalities of the town were bestowed with a lavish hand, and in a most liberal manner.  At Marsh's Hotel, citizens had provided a free dinner for those who stopped there, and to which all were welcome, while, at the new depot building, the Committee of arrangements had made most sumptuous preparation for the entertainment of the excursionists, and invited guests, and for many hundreds more, and many of the private residences had their latch strings out, and their tables covered with a profusion for the supply of any who should ask or wish their hospitality.  Indeed no effort, pains or expense had been spared by any, but the arrangements at the Depot, as they excelled all the others, deserve an especial praise.  The large freight room had been elegantly furnished and decorated; flowers abounded on every hand, making the room seem as elegant as a parlor, and up and down its whole length were the tables, covered with their snowy cloths, and loaded down with the edibles  prepared for the occasion.  Roast beef, roast lam, and (to our certain knowledge), roast pig of the rarest toothsomeness, puddings and pies, ice cream and cake, tea and coffee, strawberries and cream, tomatoes and other fruits, and a thousand other things as excellent as these, and the whole presided over and dispensed by the ladies of Bainbridge--well, we confess it took us by surprise, and filled us with an admiring appreciation of what Bainbridge can do, and will, when her capabilities are once put to the test.

 

The excursion train which came in promptly, consisted of some eight cars crowded with the friends of the road, and was received with the roar of cannon and the music of an excellent Band (of which Bainbridge has reason to be proud), but more and better than all, by the joyful greeting of the thousands who had gathered to witness it.  The flushed cheek and bright eye, and the proud bearing of our people as the advent of the iron horse proclaimed their emancipation from their old isolation, was better and more eloquent than cheers, or music or the thunder of cannon.

 

After the guests who came in on the train, with all others present who wished to, had partaken of the ample dinner which had been provided for them, and to which all were made free, an impromptu organization was effected by the appointment of Dr. Sill as Chairman, who after a few words of congratulation, called on Hon. J.H. Ramsay, the President of the Road, who gave an interesting and flattering exposition of the past history, and present and future prospects of the enterprise, after which Mr. Demers, Editor of Albany Evening Journal, and Messrs. Brice Keyes, the Rev. Mr. Abbott and others of Albany, and Col Saxe of Troy were called out, and made capital and telling speeches, while Mr. Kingsley of this village added a few words of congratulation and prophesy; and so, with unalloyed pleasure and sustained interest, the afternoon wore by till it was time for the train to return, and it passed away, but not forever; hereafter thanks to the Albany & Susquehanna, Chenango County is open to the world.

 

It was a proud day to all who were present--to President Ramsay who by his zeal, and persistence, and pluck, and unwearied endeavor, and his wise, prudent and competent management has brought the enterprise to its present position--and a proud day too to the other friends of the road who came with him; but a prouder one to every citizen of Chenango present, who saw, in the advent and departure of that train, the earnest of our speedy deliverance from our old separation from the rest of world, and the completion of, not this road only, but of others which shall pass through our county.

 

As we rode home in the gloaming, we could not but anticipate the time when the Midland shall cross from the one extremity of our well beloved Chenango to the other, and the scream of its whistle echo from the hill sides of the Otselic, the Chenango, the Unadilla and the Susquehanna.  Citizens of Guilford, will you not help to make this anticipation a reality?  Have you, who so gladly took part in the reception at Bainbridge, no desire to have one of your own?

 



Marriages (Burdick - Houck) MHD Collection

 

Miss Mary Shirley Burdick, daughter of Mrs. Spencer Burdick and the late Spencer Burdick of Glenfield [Lewis Co., NY], became the bride of Robert Houck, son of Mrs. Oscar Houck and the late Oscar Houck of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], Thursday afternoon, Nov. 23, 1939, at the home of the bride's mother.  The ceremony was performed by the Rev. John M. Joslyn, Pastor of the Lutheran Church of the Atonement, of Syracuse.  The sister of the bride, Miss Matilda Burdick of Bernardsville, N.J., was maid of honor and Eugene Houck, of Bainbridge, brother of the bridegroom, was best man.  The bride wore Royal Blue chiffon velvet and carried a bouquet of yellow chrysanthemums.  Her attendant wore green chiffon velvet and carried pink chrysanthemums.  The bride is a graduate of Lyons Falls High School and Syracuse University and has taught in the Bainbridge Central High School for the past five years.  The bridegroom is a graduate of Bainbridge Central High School and is employed in the Borden's Research Laboratory at Bainbridge.  Those attending the wedding were Mrs. Oscar Houck and Eugene Houck of Bainbridge, Mrs. Spencer Burdick of Glenfield and the Rev. and Mrs. John Joslyn and children, John, Paul and Nancy of Syracuse.

Obituaries (Br, Bu) MHD Collection

 

Mrs. Carrie E. Briggs, 87, of Afton, died at 11:30 p.m. Friday at Bainbridge Hospital after a long illness.  She is survived by her husband, Henry P. Briggs of Afton; a son, Ralph E. Briggs of Binghamton; three grandsons, Robert E. Briggs of Vestal, Maurice and Lawrence Briggs of Binghamton; two great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Pearl Holt of Binghamton, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was a member of the Afton Baptist Church and of the Daughters of Union Veterans for many years.  The body was removed to the Karschner Funeral Home, Afton.  The funeral of Mrs. Carrie E. Briggs was held at the Karschner Funeral Home in Afton Tuesday at 2 p.m.  The Rev. Alan Douglas officiated.  Burial was in Glenwood Cemetery [Afton, Chenango Co., NY]. [MHD notation:  d. Nov. 14, 1958]

 

Mrs. Zumah Briggs died at 5:25 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. B.M. Bruet, 10 Franklin avenue, Port Dickinson.  She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Bruet of Port Dickinson; a brother, Leon Russ of Afton, and a sister, Mrs. Ina Searles of Binghamton.  Mrs. Briggs had been a resident of Binghamton [Broome Co., NY] for more than 30 years, and was a member of the Civic Club of Binghamton, the First Presbyterian church and Margaret Bottome of the King's Daughters of that church.  The body was removed to the George H. Scholderer Home for Funerals, 269 Chenango street.  Funeral announcements will be made later.  [MHD notation:  d. Apr. 20, 1941]

 

Claude Brookins, a former resident of Afton [Chenango Co., NY], died at his home in Walton [Delaware Co., NY] last week.  The body was brought to Afton for burial.  Mr. and Mrs. Brookins owned a home on South Main street until just recently.  [MHD notation:  d. 1943]

 

The funeral of Mrs. Sarah S. Brougham was held at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the J.F. Rice Funeral Home, 150 Main street, Johnson City [Broome Co., NY].  The Rev. John W. Slack officiated.  The pall bearers were Olin Stevens, Donald Stevens, Linden Williamson, Harold Carl, Albert Bornman, Jr., and Edward Humiston.  Burial was in Union Center.

 

Brown:  Mrs. Ella Montgomery Brown, age 76, of Church Hollow Road Harpursville N.Y, [Broome Co., NY] died Sunday afternoon at Lourdes Hospital. She is survived by her husband, C. Burton Brown of Harpursville; one son, H. Russell Brown of Starrucca, and five daughters, Mrs. Harriette Scott of Harpursville, Mrs. Georgianna Tracy and Mrs. Edith Cullen, both of Oxford, N.Y., Mrs. Jeannette Loucks of Oneonta, N.Y., and Mrs. Iva Mae Crumb of Bainbridge, N.Y.; 17 grandchildren: 6 great-grandchildren: one niece, and several cousins.  She was a member of the Nineveh Presbyterian Church for over 60 years.  The body was removed to the Osterhoudt Funeral Home.  Harpursville.  The funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Nineveh Presbyterian Church.  The Rev. Nicolas H.A. Bruinix, assisted by the Rev. Charles J. Sabin will officiate.  Burial will be in Nineveh Cemetery, Nineveh [Broome Co., NY].  The family will receive friends at the Osterhoudt Funeral Home, Harpursville, Tuesday evening from 7 to 9.  [MHD notation:  d. Dec. 6, 1959]

Jennie S. Brown, age 67, was found dead in the watering trough at her home late Saturday afternoon, Nov. 18, death due to heart failure.  Apparently she was returning from the woodshed to the house with an armful of wood when the fatal attack occurred and her lifeless body toppled from the path into the trough.  Born in Afton, she was the daughter of John and Phoebe (Vanderwalker) Atwater.  She moved to Bainbridge as a young girl and had resided here until her death.  She married Henry Sweet, of Bainbridge, to them one daughter, Nina, was born, who died at the age of 25.  Mr. Sweet died and later she married George Brown, of Afton, who died about 18 years ago.  Survivors are:  one nephew, Harry Greek, of Bainbridge; and a niece, Mrs. Grace Butler, of Binghamton.  Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at Colwell's Chapel with the Rev. Harry E. Brooks officiating.  Bearers were Arthur Clark, Haskell Moats, Ivan Hawkins and Ray Jones.  Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  [MHD notation:  d. 1944]

Our community has suffered a distinct loss in the passing from her earthly home of Mrs. Edith Ireland Bulkeley, Sunday afternoon, November 10th.  She has for some months been in failing health, but was active until within a few weeks when she contracted a cold which resulted in pneumonia.  Mrs. Bulkeley was born in the town of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY] in 1860, and moved to Binghamton with her parents.  On October 9th 1889, she married Robert P. Bulkeley and they made their home at the old Bulkeley homestead in the town of Coventry.  Mrs. Bulkeley was always active in church and community affiars being a member of the Congregational church at Coventryville and for the past seven years of the Presbyterian Church of this village where they came November 13, 1922.  Mrs. Bulkeley's home has ever been one of generous hospitality, and her heart warmly responded to any service for church or community.  Although she had no children of her own, she has for many years stood in the relation of mother to her nieces, Mrs. Wayland Guy and Mrs. Donald Whitson of Afton, who with her devoted husband deeply mourn her loss.  She also has several relatives in the west:--a brother, Mr. W.L. Ireland of Owosso, Mich.; a niece Mrs. Maud Nourse of Cortaro, Arizona, and three nephews in California.  The sympathy of a host of friends goes out to the bereaved family.  Funeral services were from her late home at 1:30 and from the Presbyterian church at 2:00 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, her pastor, Rev. D.M. Geddes, officiating.  Burial was in Glenwood Cemetery [Afton, Chenango Co., NY]  [MHD notation:  d. 1929]

Frank Buman, 92, of Harpursville RD 1 [Broome Co., NY], a former resident of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], died Thursday at Harpursville, RD 1.  Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at the Karschner Funeral Home, 190 Main Street, Afton, with the Rev. Richard Heaphy officiaitng.  Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  He is survived by his widow, Bertha Donahe Buman; one sister, Miss Grace Buman of Nineveh RD 1, and several nieces and nephews.  [Notation:  Jan. 27, 1972]

Mrs. Lillian F. Bunt, 78, of Tunnel, NY [Broome Co., NY], died at her home Sunday afternoon after a long illness.  She is survived by a niece, Mrs. Ruth Sharer of Port Crane' a nephew, Harvey O'Hern of Port Crane; and aunt, Mrs. Lillian Goodnough of Afton.  Mrs. Bunt was a member of Tunnel Methodist Church and also of Alice Rebekah Lodge 419, IOOF, of Harpursville.  The body was removed to the Osterhoudt Funeral Home, Harpursville, where friends may call Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm.  [MHD notation:  Dec. 9, 1953]

Swift tragedy struck in Sidney [Delaware Co., NY] at 4:40 p.m. Monday, and a deep grief shattered the peaceful happiness of the Monday after New Year afternoon, as the news flashed through the village that Edson C. Burdick long time beloved resident, had been mercilessly struck down by the grim hand of fate.  Mr. Burdick, it is conjectured, had left his factory in Sidney to drive home, just before the accident occurred.  He drove head-on into the engine of a D. and H. train at the Willow street crossing, evidently not having seen the train, according to eye witnesses.  Killed instantly, Mr. Burdick's body was thrown one hundred yards southwest of the crossing, by the impact and when picked up was found to be badly mangled.  Some investigators of the accident state that the train was blowing its whistle as it reached the crossing.  The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, with Colwell Brothers taking charge of arrangement.  [d. 1939]

George Burgdorf, 75 years of age, passed away Thursday evening, February 15, 1934, at 6 o'clock, at the home of Mrs. Frances Graham on South Main Street in this village, where he has made his home for several years.  Mr. Burgdorf was born in Bennettsville [Chenango Co., NY], August 21, 1859, and, with the exception of a few years, has spent his entire life in Afton [Chenango Co., NY] where he has many briends.  Mr. Burgdorf was employed in the Afton Sash and Blind factory, which used to stand on the land now owned by the Briggs Lumber Company, until it burned and since has followed various occupations until his health failed.  Mr. Burgdorf was quiet and unassuming in his ways, and a man of sterling qualities.  He was honest and upright in all his dealings.  Mr. Burgdorf's nearest surviving relatives are cousins.  He was a member of the Afton Methodist Episcopal Church, the Afton Lodge, F.&A.M., Vallonia Chapter, R.A.M, and Afton Chapter O.E.S.  The funeral service was held at the home of Mrs. Graham, Sunday afternoon, February 18, in charge of Rev. Clifford E. Webb of the Presbyterian Church and Rev. George A. Roberts of the M.E. Church. The Afton lodge, F.&A.M., conducted their ritual at the house also.  The beautiful floral tributes were profuse showing the esteem in which he was held.  Interment was made in the family plot in Glenwood Cemetery [Afton, Chenango Co., NY],  Arrangements by E.F. Tabor.

 



Chester J. Bresee 90th Birthday, MHD Collection

 

Chester J. Bresee of Afton, N.Y., joined the ranks of nonagenarians last Thursday March 27th when he observed his 90th birthday.  His daughter, Mrs. Daniel Grant and husband, with whom he makes his home, held Open House during the afternoon and evening for over 100 friends who called to congratulate him on this auspicious occasion.  Mr. Bresee has lived in Afton for many years, coming to Afton with Mrs. Bresee from Cooperstown.  Mrs. Bresee died several years ago.  Though he has reached the age of 90 years, he retains a remarkable strength of body and mind and his genial manner makes him beloved by young and old.  He is a loyal and devoted  member of the Afton Methodist Church where he attends services quite regularly.  His keen mind keeps him abreast of the times, and vitally interested in local and national affairs of government.  The many expressions of flowers, cards, gifts, telegrams etc., he received that day, bespoke of the love of his many friends.  [MHD notation:  1947]



Marriages (Brandt, Bresee) MHD Collection

 

Vows spoken:  Mr. and Mrs. Alfred K. Brandt are making their home at 152 Oak Street.  They were married last Saturday at the home of the bride's parents.  The bride is the former Miss Romayne Mary Bortree, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George L. Bortree of Oak Street address.  Mr. Brandt formerly lived at 70 Washington Street.  [MHD notation:  m. 1951]

 

Wedding invitation: 

At the residence of

Allen Ingalls, Middlefield,

Wednesday Morning, August 6th, 1879

Marriage ceremony at 10:30 o'clock

Chester J. Bresee                   Martha Ingalls

Obituaries (Brandt, Brayman, Bresee) MHD Collection

 

Mrs. Anne Marie Brandt died at her home R.D.1, Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], Apr. 30.  Her age was 71.  Born Jan. 6, 1873, in Gjeding, Denmark, she came to America in April 1913.  Her husband, the late Kristian Brandt, died Oct. 1, 1942.  She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Siegfred Streigler, of Bainbridge, and Mrs. Harold Rosa, of Syracuse; two sons, Harold Brandt, of Bainbridge, and Alfred Brandt, of Sidney; seven grandchildren, and one brother and one sister of Denmark.  Services were held May 3 at Colwell's Chapel with the Rev. Paul Carpenter officiating.  Bearers were:  Ward Searles, Jesse Doolittle, Ernest Norris, Carl Hovey, Andrew Sejersen and Harry Greek.  Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Bainbridge.  [MHD notation:  d. April 30, 1944]

 

Kristian Brandt, a resident of this area for 30 years, died at his home in the Town of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] last week Thursday after being in poor health for several months.  His age was 73.  Mr. Brandt came to America with his wife and family in 1913 from Denmark and settled in the vicinity of Bainbridge.  In 1928, he moved to the farm on which he lived at the time of his death.  Born in Denmark on Feb. 28, 1869, he was the son of Kristian and Dorothy Kristiansen.  The survivors are his widow, Anie; two sons, Harold and Alfred Brandt, both of Bainbridge; two daughters, Mrs. Fred Striegler, of Bainbridge; and Mrs. Harold Rosa, of Syracuse; one sister, Miss Ingborg Brandt, of Aarhus, Denmark; two brothers, Marcus Brandt, of Aarhus, Denmark; and Saren Kristiansen of Denmark; and six grandchildren.  Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon, at two o'clock, at Colwell's Chapel, with the Rev. Paul L. Carpenter officiating.  Bearers were Jesse Doolittle, Malcolm Ray, Harry Greek, Andrew Sejersen, L.L. Kirkland, and Ward Searles,  Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Bainbridge. [MHD notation:  d. Oct. 1, 1942]

 

Mrs. Elizabeth Meek Brayman passed away Saturday morning at 2 A.M. at the age of 56 years at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. Smith, with whom she had made her home for the past few months, from an illness of long duration.  Mrs. Brayman was at one time a resident of the Valley but left to make her home in Afton [Chenango Co., NY] where she resided until illness made it impossible to remain there.  She then came to the home of her daughter, Mrs. Smith.  For the past few weeks she has been lovingly cared for by her daughters, Miss Erma Brayman, R.N., of New York, and Mrs. Smith, of this place.  Funeral was held Monday at 2 p.m. at Colwell Brothers' Funeral Home, Bainbridge.  Burial was at Afton, East Side Cemetery.  Beside relatives she leaves a host of friends to mourn her passing.  [MHD notation:  d. Sept. 27, 1940]

 

Greene [Chenango Co., NY]:  The Rev. Dr. A.A. Bresee, 86, died Friday morning in the Greene Hospital.  He was rector emeritus of the Zion Episcopal Church of Greene, where he served as pastor for about 30 years.  He is survived by a son, J. Randall Bresee, of Lamesa, Calif.; three daughters, Mrs. Joseph R. Page, and the Misses Dorothy and Gertrude Bresee, all of Greene; a brother, Chester J. Bresee, of Afton; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  The body was removed to the Harry R. Rogers Funeral Home, 21 North Chenango st., Greene, where friends may call from Saturday evening until Monday noon, at which time the body will be taken to the home of his daughter, Mrs. Joseph R. Page in Greene.  The body will lie in state at the Zion Episcopal Church, Greene, from 11 a.m. Tuesday until the time of the funeral services at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.  The Rt. Rev. Malcolm E. Peabody, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central New York with the Venerable Walter M. Higley and the Rev. Hubert W. Bierck assisting, will officiate.  Interment in Sylvan Lawn Cemetery [Greene, Chenango Co., NY].  [MHD notation:  d. March 28, 1947]

 

Chester Jarvis Bresee, 96, one of Afton's oldest citizens, died Tuesday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Daniel Grant of Afton, after a short illness.  Mr. Bresee, was an honorary member of Union Lodge, No. 108 F.&A.M. of Towanda, Pa., where he lived before coming to Afton.  He was a life-long member of the Afton Methodist Church serving as Sunday School Superintendent and member of the Official Board for many years.  Mr. Bresee is also survived by two granddaughters, Mrs.Thomas Randall of Gloversville and Mrs. Harvey Wehmeir of Lafayette, Calif.; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held this Thursday afternoon at the Methodist Church of Afton, which he had served so faithfully, with the Rev. C.B. officiating.  Burial was in Glenwood Cemetery [Afton, Chenango Co., NY]. [MHD notation:  d. April 14, 1953]

 

Mrs. Martha Ingalls Bresee, aged 80 years, died at her home in Afton, Sunday morning, December 25, 1938, after a long illness.  Mrs. Bresee was born June 18, 1858 in Hartwick, N.Y., and attended the old Hartwick Seminary.  In 1879, she was united in marriage to Chester Bresee and lived for a time in Otsego County, coming to Afton in the spring of 1885 to the Old Homestead south of the village, where Mr. and Mrs. Bresee have lived for many years.  Mrs. Bresee was greatly loved and admired by all who knew her.  She was an active member of the Afton M.E Church and also of Cunahunta Chapter, D.A.R., for many years, and always interested in the civic projects of the village, giving freely of her time and talent.  Mrs. Bresee is survived by her husband, Chester J. Bresee, a daughter, Mrs. Daniel Grant, of Afton; a sister, Miss Linda Ingalls, of Richfield Springs; a brother, Leonard Ingalls, of Cooperstown; and two granddaughters, Jean and Margaret Grant, of Afton.  Funeral services were held from the late home at 2 o'clock, Tuesday afternoon of this week, with the Rev. W.S. Jones, of the Afton, M.E. Church, and the Rev. Sidney Heath of St. Ann's Episcopal Church, officiating.  Burial was in Glenwood Cemetery [Afton, Chenango Co., NY]

 

Greene [Chenango Co., NY]:  J. Randall Bresee, a former Greene resident, died Friday in La Mesa, Cal.  He was 62.  He was the only son of the late Dr. A.A. Bresee, who was rector of Zion Episcopal Church here for more than 24 years.  He had lived in California for about 15 years.  Mr. Bresee had lived previously in Binghamton and Whitney Point.  Survivors include his wife, the former Thelma Weed of Whitney Point; three sisters Mrs. Joseph Page and Miss Gertrude Bresee, both of Greene, and Miss Dorothy Bresee of Binghamton, and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be tomorrow in La Mesa.

Mrs. Julia K. Bresee, 85, wife of the Rev. A.A. Bresee, rector emertus of the Zion Episcopal Church of Greene, died Saturday evening at the Greene Hospital.  Besides her husband, she is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Joseph R. Page, of Greene, with whom she made her home, Dorothy and Gertrude Bresee, both of Greene; a son, J. Randall, of LaMesa, Cal.; a grandson, William Page, a G.I. Student at Hobart College, Geneva; three granddaughters, Julia Page, Rochester University, Sarah Page, William Smith College, Geneva, and Mary Page, of Greene. [Bainbridge News & Republican, December 19, 1946]

Barn Fire, MHD Collection

 

Paul Douglas Bonker, 17, of Cannonsville, was reported to have admitted setting a $10,000 barn fire on the farm of Fred Sherman, R.D.2, Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] last Thursday afternoon.  He is being held in the Delaware County Jail at Delhi.  After young Bonker had been picked up Friday by Troopers on another charge, he was questioned about the fire.  It is reported that he admitted to the troopers having set the fire in hay on a ramp leading to the large barn.  The barn, located in the Town of Masonville, on the Bennettsville-Masonville highway, contained 75 tons of hay valued at $2,500 to $3,000.  There was no cattle in the 70' x 30' structure, only a small amount of equipment.  In the blaze, which started about 3:30 p.m., the large barn was leveled as well as another barn, 34' square, and a chicken coop.  Due to a very strong wind, the fire was beyond control upon the arrival of the Masonville Fire Department.  Fearing that the flames would lash across the highway to the large farmhouse, they summoned the Bainbridge Fire Department which responded with a pumper, a watertank and emergency ambulance.  By applying water to the house, it was kept from catching on fire.  It is rumored that troppers said young Bonker told them that he had set the blaze for "revenge," but said they had been unable to learn the nature of the youth's alleged grudge.  Young Bonker had never been employed by Mr. Sherman.....Arrest of Mr. Bonker was made in the Town of Masonville by BCI Sgt. E.J. Rock, of the Sidney State Police.  The defendant waived examination and was committed to Delaware County Jail to await action of the grand jury.  [published Bainbridge News Aug. 30, 1956]

Marriages (Bradish) MHD Collection

 

Miss Erma Bradish, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Forest Bradish, Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], and David Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lewis, also of Bainbridge, were united in marriage at eight o'clock Friday evening in St. Peter's Episcopal Church, the Rev. James E. Wolfe performing the double ring ceremony.  Baskets of peonies and syringa with lighted tapers in candelabra decorated the altar.  Given in marriage by her father, the bride was gowned in white lace.  Her finger-tip veil fell from a lace tiara, and she carried a prayer book with streamers of white roses.  The bride's only attendant, her sister, Miss Esther Bradish, was also gowned in white satin and carried pink roses and delphinium.  Donald Lewis, brother of the bridegroom, was best man.  Ushers were Ward Bradish, the bride's brother, and Andrew Sejersen, Jr.  Miss Helen Perry played the wddding music.  The bride's mother wore aqua and black with a corsage of yellow roses.  The bridegroom's mother chose blue and white with a corsage of pink roses.  After a short wedding trip, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis will make their home at Bainbridge, East side.  [MHD notation:  m. June 25, 1948]

Mr. and Mrs. Forest Bradish announce the marriage of their daughter, Esther, to Lloyd F. Hendrix, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hendrix, of Kress, Texas. The wedding took place on Aug. 4 at Clovis, N.M. Mrs. Hendrix is a registered nurse formerly employed at San Jonquin General Hospital, Stockton, Calif. Mr. Hendrix is with the U.S. Navy attached to the U.S.S. Ippery, now stationed at San Diego, Calif. where they intend to make their home. [MHD notation: m. Aug. 1950]

 

Miss Guyva Isabelle Bradish, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Forest Bradish, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], was married to Robert F. Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith, of Franklin, Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock in the Methodist parsonage, Bainbridge.  The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Harry E. Brooks, pastor of the church, before lighted tapers banked with syringa.  The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a street length dress of lavender and white silk jersey with white accessories and a corsage of white carnations and baby's breath.  The maid of honor, Miss Shirley Bradish, a sister of the bride, chose a yellow dress with white accessories and a corsage of yellow roses.  Frank Smith acted as best man for his son.  The bride's mother was attired in navy blue with a corsage of white roses and the bridgegroom's mother wore a rose and yellow dress and a corsage of yellow roses.  A reception was held at the home of the bride's parents following the ceremony.  The house was attractively decorated with red and white roses and syringa.  A three-tiered wedding cake was featured at the buffet luncheon.  Following a trip to the Adirondack Mts., the couple will reside in Franklin [Delaware Co., NY].  Mrs. Smith is a graduate of Bainbridge High School and is employed at the Scintilla Magneto plant, Sidney.  Mr. Smith graduated from Franklin High School.  Those present at the wedding included Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pomeroy, of Franklin; and Mr. and Mrs. Forest Bradish and daughters, the Misses Esther and Erma.  [MHD notation:  m. June 25, 1944]

On Aug. 10 at 2 o'clock a very pretty wedding was solemnized at the First Baptist Church, when Miss Shirley Bradish, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Forest Bradish, became the bride of Frank Cieslak, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Cieslak, of Sauquoit.  Yellow and white gladioli with lighted tapers decorated the church when the Rev. Norman Lawton performed the double ring ceremony.  The traditiional wedding march was presented by Miss Alice Monahan, organist, and Miss Emily Nichols sang "Because" and "Oh Primise Me."  The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a white slipper satin gown with inlaid seed pearls encircling the sweetheart neckline and a full net skirt ending in a long train.  Her fingertip veil was caught to a halo of orange blossoms and she carried a shower bouquet of red roses with white ufaria.  The maid of honor, Miss Esther Bradish, sister of the bride, wore a gown of white net over blue and carried a bouquet of yellow roses.  The bridesmaid, Miss Erma Bradish, also a sister of the bride, was attired in a white net over yellow and carried a bouquet of pink roses.  Carl Hovey, of Bainbridge, was best man and John Toper, Jr., of Utica, acted as usher.  The bride's mother chose for her costume, a black crepe dress with matching accessories and wore a corsage of white gardenias.  Mrs. Cieslak, the bridegroom's mother, wore a navy print dress with white accessories and wore a corsage of red roses.  A reception was held immediately following the ceremony at the home of the bride's parents for members of the immediate family and a few friends.  After a short wedding trip through the northern part of the state, the couple will make their home in Albany where the bride will complete her last six months of training at the Albany City Hospital.  For traveling the bride wore a soldier blue gabardine suit with white accessories.  Mrs. Cieslak is a graduate of Bainbridge Central School, Class of '42, and at present is a Hartwick College Cadet Nurse affiliating at the Rome City and Murphy Memorial Hospital.  Mr. Cieslak graduated from Sauquoit Valley High School, Class of '40, and was recently discharged after five years of service with the U.S. Army.  He plans to enter college in the spring.  [published Aug. 15, 1946]

Mr. and Mrs. Ward C. Bradish [were married] April 17 in the Conklin Avenue Baptist Church.  The bride is the former Jean L. Grippin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford H. Grippin of 5 Bond Street.  Mr. Bradish is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Forest Bradish of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY]



 

Obituaries (Bo, Br) MHD Collection

 

Erford L. Bodley, 56, of Binghamton [Broome Co., NY] died Monday night in Binghamton.  He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Arlene Germond; three grandsons, Richard, David and William Erford Germond, all of Sidney.  He was a member of Afton Lodge 360, F&AM; Otseningo Consistory and the Kalurah Shrine, both in Binghamton.  He was employed by Blanding's Inc. for several years, and had resided at the Binghamton YMCA for 30 years.  The body was moved to the Osterhoudt Funeral Home, Harpursville, where the family will receive friends Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. [MHD notation:  d. Nov. 28, 1955]

 

Mrs. Ethel Hall Bodley died Friday morning in Fulton.  She is survived by her husband, G. Ray Bodley of Fulton; three daughters, Mrs. Medford Cooper of Syracuse, Mrs. Frederick Barber of Middletown, Ohio, and Mrs. William E. Hickson of Ithaca; two sister, Mrs. Clarence Smith of Afton and Mrs. Anna Irene Green of Job, Ky., and several nieces and nephews.  The body will arrive Tuesday at the Karschner Funeral Home, Afton. [MHD notation:  d. Dec. 26, 1954]

 

Bodley--The funeral of Mrs. Ethel Hall Bodley will be held at the Karschner Funeral Home, Afton [Chenango Co., NY] Tuesday at 1:30 p.m.  The Rev. James M. Bartz will officiate.  Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery, Afton.

 

Earl J. Bogart, 63, of Afton [Chenango Co., NY], died Sunday morning after a long illness.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ruth Bogart; a daughter, Mrs. Murray Johnson, both of Afton; three sons, Donald and David, both of Afton, and Robert, of Elmira; his step-mother, Mrs. Ora Manning of Breeseport; a half-brother, Raymond, of Elmira; 10 grandchildren and a niece.  The body was removed to the Karschner Funeral Home in Afton, where friends may call.  [MHD notation:  d. April 9, 1950]

 

Alonzo W. Bolles, 47, of 41 Hill Avenue, Johnson City [Broome Co., NY], died at 8 p.m. Wednesday at his home.  He is survived by his wife, Sarah, of Johnson City; two daughters, Mrs. Leland Stickle, of Binghamton, and Miss Laura, of Johnson City; two grandsons, Kenneth Lee and Alonzo W. Stickle, both of Binghamton; a brother, Raymond, of Syracuse.  [MHD notation:  d. Feb. 21, 1945]

 

Afton [Chenango Co., NY], June 16:  Dora, wife of Dr. L.M. Bolles, died last night, 71 years old.  Death was caused by an Internal growth and came after eight weeks' illness.  She formerly lived in Johnson City [Broome Co., NY].  Mrs. Bolles was born in Bradford county, Pa.  She married Walter S. Waterman and resided for many years at Nichols, Tioga county, until his death.  She then moved to Johnson City and lived there until her marriage to Dr. Bolles about 32 years ago.  She is survived by her husband; three sons, Lee Waterman of Endicott, V. Benn and Alonzo C. of Binghamton; a daughter, Miss Louise Waterman of Afton, and two step-sons, Raymond Bolles of Syracuse and Alonzo W. Bolles of Johnson City.  A prayer service will be held at her house Monday morningn at 10 o'clock and the body will be taken to Nichols for funeral and burial.  [MHD notation:  d. 1928]

 

Mrs. Lauretta Bowe, 66 years old, of 358 Hawley street, died Tuesday afternoon in Our Lady of Lourdes hospital.  She is survived by her husband, Frank L. Bowe of Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], and a brother, Thomas Meade of Greene, two nieces, Mrs. Vada Hart and Mrs. Lauretta Buck, both of this city.  The body was removed to the Prentice funeral home, 62 Carroll street.  [MHD notation:  d. Oct. 5, 1939]

 

Mrs. Hattie Woodford Bradish, wife of P.F.C. Asa L. Bradish, of the U.S. Air Force, died Nov. 27 in the hospital in Philadelphia where she had gone for treatment.  When her husband entered the service she was very patriotic and continued her work at the Scintilla Magneto plant in Sidney; although failing in health she carried on her work until October.  On Nov. 10, she went to Philadelphia for treatment accompanied by her mother and sister who were at her side to do all they could to relieve her suffering.  She kept up hope until the end of getting medical aid, and for her husband's return.  Born Nov. 24, 1903 at Jackson, Pa., she was the daughter of Leigh and Louise Woodford.  She was graduated from Afton High School, and on Nov. 23, 1927, she was united in marriage to Asa Lawrence Bradish at Norwich.  Most of their married life was spent in Bainbridge and vicinity.  She is survived by her husband, P.F.C. Asa L. Bradish, somewhere in Italy; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leigh Woodford, of Sidney Center; two sisters, Mrs. Earl McCann, of Seneca Falls, and Mrs. Gleason Higley, of Sidney Center; and one brother, Albert Woodford, of Sidney Center.  Funeral services were held at Colwell's Chapel, Bainbridge; Dec. 1, at 2 o'clock with the Rev. Hall, of Sidney Center, officiating.  Interment was in the vault in Greenlawn Cemetery [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].

Rest, dear Hattie, thy work is o'er

Thy loving hands will toil no more,

Time was too short to say farewell

To those she thought of and loved so well.

Yes, we miss her, oh, we miss her

\When we see her vacant chair,

And how sad the room without her

For there's no dear Hattie there.

Friends may think the wound is healed

But little do they know our sorrow,

That lies within our hearts concealed.

                                                                                     Husband, parents, sisters and brother

[MHD notation:  d. 1943]