Sherman Bronson Sumner
Utica Saturday Globe, December 1903
Sherman Bronson Sumner
1819 - 1903
Sherman B. Sumner, who died in Preston [Chenango Co., NY] Friday of last week, aged 84, was born in Butternuts, Otsego county [NY], November 29, 1819. He was the son of Cyrel and Polly Bronson Sumner. New Year's day, 1840, he married Emily Smith of New Berlin, and they settled on what is known as the Luke Skinner farm in the town of New Berlin. He afterwards removed to a farm near East Pharsalia in 1848, and there the greatest portion of his later life was spent. His wife died November 3, 1899. The remains were brought to the home of his son, Charles A. Sumner, on Pleasant street where private funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. D.W. Dexter officiating. The remains were placed in Mount Hope Chapel awaiting burial in the cemetery at East Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY]. Two sons survive, C.A. Sumner, of this village [Norwich, nY], and J.M. Sumner, of Oxford, and one daughter, Mrs. Smith Matthewson of McDonough, also two brothers, Dr. C.G. Sumner, of Norwich, and Albert Sumner, of Canisteo, N.Y.
Howard Calvin Huntley
Norwich Sun, February 8, 1928
Funeral services for Mr. Huntley, who died in Elmira and who was a member of the Ku Klux Klan, were held in Calvary Baptist church Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Huntley, who formerly resided in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], was a member of the Calvary Baptist church, and owing to the absence of the pastor, Rev. N.S. McPherson from the city, Rev. W.A. Ashmore was asked to officiate at the church funeral. Interment was made in Mt. Hope cemetery, and members of the K.K.K. had charge of the committal services. The K.K.K. members were dressed in white and wore the usual Klan regalia.
Minnie E. Bentley
Chenango Union, April 12, 1883
DIED: At her home in Rockdale [Chenango Co., NY], April 8th, 1883, of pneumonia, Minnie E. Bentley, aged twenty-three years, five months and eight days.
It is difficult to speak of this death, so sudden, so unexpected, without using expressions of affection and sorrow appearing extravagant to those who knew not Minnie E. Bentley. To those knowing her, words are all too inadequate to express their high regard for her living, their deep sorrow at her death. She was highly educated and of rare accomplishments. She seemed always living in a sunny atmosphere. She was the light, the life, of the home circle, now left desolate. She was heartful, helpful, hopeful; she was simple, sincere and sweet. No one ever came to know her without loving her. If she has an enemy, neither she nor her friends ever knew it. In the full flush of beautiful, blooming womanhood, in health and beauty, with every clustering association of family and friends, from the beautiful spring air full of bird songs, she has gone. The very morning of her life was its evening, and how deep and impenetrable is the night to the bleeding hearts left. To the eyes that have their visions blinded by this side the great river, no right, no reason for it appears. It is hard to say "thy will be done," now. It will be well if in time it can be said with full resignation. It is a comfort that we can trust her in the arms of the Savior she knew and loved, and can know she is happy in the eternal sunshine of His presence, who keeps His holy mysteries. Just on the outside of man's dream,
"This star
Rose with us, through a little arc
Of Heaven, nor having wandered far,
Shot on a sudden into dark.
"Sleep sweetly, tender heart, in peace,
Sleep, holy spirit, blessed soul,
While the stars burn, the moons increase,
And the great ages onward roll.
"Wleep till the end, true soul and sweet:
Nothing comes to thee new or strange;
Sleep, full of rest from head to feet,
Lie still, dry dust, secure of change."
Mary A. Boothe
Guilford Mail, May 1891
BOOTHE: Died in Pittsburgh, Pa., Sunday, April 5th, Mary A. Boothe, widow of the late Willis Boothe and mother of Mrs. Frederick Dickinson, of Chicago.
Phoebe Dodge
Guilford Mail, May 1891
Died, in this village, April 6th, 1891, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Dr. Spencer, Mrs. Phoebe Dodge, aged 85 years. The deceased was born in Coventry, N.Y. [Chenango Co.], in 1806, which place was her home for many years. About ten years since her husband and herself came to reside with her daughter. Her declining years have been marked by a patient cheerfulness and remarkable industry for one of her advanced age. Her funeral was largely attended on the 9th inst.
Ann E. Eggleston Hunt
Guilford Mail, May 1891
Ann E. Eggleston, wife of Edwin D. Hunt, of Guilford, N.Y. [Chenango Co.] entered into rest, February 28, 1891. Mrs. Hunt was born at New Marlboro, March 8, 1838, removed to Guilford when nine years of age, was converted to God two years later, and married December 27, 1864. Her husband and two children, Sidney E. and Elsie M. survive her, all being members of the Methodist Episcopal church which the wife and mother, loved so dearly and served so faithfully. She was deeply interested in every department of Christian Work, and was for many years an active member of the Woman's' Foreign Missionary Society. When her mother died some fifteen years ago, Sister Hunt succeeded her as agent for the "Guide to Holiness," in which capacity she acted up to within a few days of her death. It has been truthfully said of her--"From youth she has been a devoted Christian, constant in all the services of the house of God, and most kind and faithful in all home and social duties. An affectionate daughter and sister, a faithful wife a loving mother, an obliging neighbor and a sympathizing friend, her life has been full of comfort and helpfulness to all about her." -- Rev. William Frisby
Pike Decatur Bosworth
Chenango Union, September 25, 1890
A lamentable accident occurred Friday afternoon, at Yaleville, in the town of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], which resulted in the death of P. Decatur Bosworth, a highly respected citizen. Mr Bosworth and his son were returning from a corn field with a load of corn, which they were taking to the barn. One of the horses balked, when Mr Bosworth struck him a sharp blow with the whip, which caused the animal to suddenly jump forward. Mr. Bosworth, being unprepared for so quick a movement, was thrown from the wagon, striking on his head and right shoulder. He was taken up unconscious and carried to the house, and Dr. Evans, of Bainbridge, sent for, who, on examination, found the injured man's neck broken. He survived until nine o'clock in the evening, but did not regain consciousness. Mr. Bosworth years ago occupied the J.A. Randall farm, in this town, the Benadam Frink farm, in Plymouth, and others in this locality. He had recently purchased the farm on which he died. His remains were brought to this place Sunday and placed in the receiving vault of Mt. Hope chapel. His age was about sixty-one years, and he leaves a widow, one son and two married daughters, who have the sympathies of the whole community in their bereavement.
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