Obituaries (January 11)

Lucy V. (Rose) Hyde

Utica Saturday Globe, October 1912

 

 

Lucy V. (Rose) Hyde

September 22, 1830 - September 28, 1912

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  At the residence of her son, Ira H. Hyde, 74 South Broad street, last Saturday, September 28, Mrs. Lucy V. Hyde passed away at the age of 81.  The deceased was one of a large family of children born to Hinsdale and --rona Rose at Pitcher, Chenango county.  On June 21, 1852, she was united in marriage with Ira C. Hyde, of the same place, and the large part of their married life was passed in the town of Pitcher.  Three children were born to them, one daughter, Rose is now Mrs. Charles Hatch, and two sons, Ira Hinsdale and Reuben Clark Hyde, of Norwich, all of whom survive.  She is also survived by two brothers, Emory H. Rose, of Canastota and William Rose, of Ithaca.  Her husband died April 30, 1903.  The later years of her life, Mrs. Hyde had spent with her sons, Ira and Reuben, in this village. She was a woman of strong personality although quiet and unobtrusive in her tastes and habits. Early in life she became a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at North Pitcher and was a faithful and conscientious worker therein until her removal to Norwich, where for 18 years she was a member of the Broad Street M.E. Church.  On Tuesday of this week her remains were laid at rest beside those of her husband in Mount Hope Cemetery, Rev. Alfred R. Burke officiating.

 

Sylvanus Ames

Northern Christian Advocate, November 19, 1851

Mr. Sylvanus Ames was born in Taunton, Mass., Oct. 31, 1791, and was called away to enjoy the reward of grace, Oct. 22, 1851.  He experienced religion in 1821, and connected himself with the M.E Church.  In 1834, he removed from his native State, and settled in the southern part of this town [Albion, Orleans Co., NY], where he could enjoy the privileges of the Church and the public means of grace as he desired. About a year since, he removed to this village, and again united with the Church of his choice.  The disease which caused his death had affected him for many years; but he was enabled through grace to endure it with Christian resignation and meekness. During the last four weeks of his probation, while his physical system was gradually declining, it was evident that his spiritual being was ripening for immortal felicity in the heavenly kingdom.  Brother Ames was endowed with a well-balanced mind, admirably disciplined, and well versed in the Scriptures, which reveal salvation and eternal life.  He arranged all his business matters to his satisfaction, leaving little or no occasion for his afflicted family to indulge special anxiety in that regard.  He was extremely solicitous for a revival of religion in the Church; and in this behalf he poured out his ardent prayers to our God and Savior, and sent his messages of warning and encouragement to his brethren.  His death was such as the Christian may desire, calm, peaceful, triumphant. The glory of God, and the power of grace were very remarkably manifested on the occasion of his departure. A rich legacy he has left to his companion, children, and friends, in his devout prayers, in his Christian experience, and in his pious example.  A good man has fallen, but fallen gloriously; having exchanged the Christina armor for the reward of grace, in the paradise of God.     C.D. Burlingham,  Albion, Nov. 7, 1851.

 

Walter Higley

Bainbridge Republican, February 26, 1896

Walter Higley died early Sunday morning last, at his home, the "Elms," one and one-half miles from this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] in the sixty-eighth year of his age, after an illness of two weeks. Again death has entered this community and has taken away a highly esteemed townsman of Bainbridge.  Walter Higley was a familiar and companionable citizen about this village, was popularly known by all and was widely regarded by the members of the broad circle in which he moved.   Walter Higley was born in Canton, Conn., in 1828, which was his home till 1856, when Bainbridge became the place of his adoption.  While in Canton, Mr. Higley was interested in the powder manufacturing business.. After coming to Bainbridge he engaged in agricultural pursuits on the farm situated below this village, known as the "Elms".  In 1857 he married Miss Alice C. Wade, of Norwich.  The children who now survive him are Homer H. Higley of Norwich; Mary Higley, of St. Johnsville, Sarah A. Higley and Sterling F. Higley who reside at home.  Two brothers also survive him; Edwin Higley who is in the West, and Truman Higley of this village.  The funeral services were  held at the house at 1 o'clock yesterday and conducted by Rev. Walter E. Bentley, of Bainbridge, and Rev. Henry Dows Stebbins of Norwich.  Burial was in the Episcopal cemetery in the family plot.

 

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, March 4, 1896

After a long and painful illness of pneumonia and a complication of diseases, Walter Higley passed away Sunday morning, February 23, at  his home about two miles south of the town.  He was 67 years of age and has been a resident of this town [Bainbridge] for 40 years, and was a well known and respected citizen.  A wife, two sons, Homer of Norwich, Sterling of this town, and two daughters, Sarah of this town and Mary of St. Johnsville, two brother's, Truman and Edward of this place, survive him.  The funeral was held Tuesday at 1 o'clock, Rev. H.D. Bentley of the Episcopal church here officiating.  Interment in the old cemetery here--Bainbridge Express

 

Charles Stebbins

Chenango Union, May 12, 1898

Hon. Charles Stebbins died at his home in Cazenovia [Madison Co., NY] at 6 o'clock last evening.  He had been in poor health for some time from a form of paralysis, which affected his limbs, but left his mind clear till near the end of life.  Mr. Stebbins was a lawyer by profession, having studied with his father, Charles Stebbins, who was a state senator under the old constitution, and in partnership with the elder Fairchild of Cazenovia.  The subject of this notice was for years engaged in matters connected with the care and settlements of states in his section.  He would have been 71 had he lived until July next.  He leaves a wife, three daughters and four sons.  One of the latter is Rev. Henry D. Stebbins, rector of the Episcopal Chruch of Norwich, who was with his father at his death. The funeral occurred Saturday--Sun

 

Sterling F. Higley

Norwich Sun, November 12, 1943

This city was deeply shocked and grieved to learn of the sudden death of Sterling F. Higley, Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] young business man, which occurred at Chenango Memorial Hospital at 3:30 Friday morning after a brief illness.  Mr. Higley had complained of being ill only a few days ago and was removed to the hospital Thursday afternoon for treatment.  His passing is cause for sincere regret on the part of friends and acquaintances and to his family heartfelt sympathy is extended.  The deceased was born in Glens Falls, Aug. 28, 1905, a son of the late Sterling F. Higley and Charlotte White.  His parents passed away when he was young and when he came to Norwich in early life he made his home with his aunt, Miss Sarah H. Higley.  Practically all his life had been spent in this city.  Mr. Higley graduated from Mercersburg Academy in 1925 and on Oct. 16, 1927, he was united in marriage with Miss Mabel Zuber, daughter of Mayor and Mrs. Frank Zuber.  He had been engaged in business in this city for the past 17 years and at the time of his untimely passing was treasurer and manager of the Norwich Line Company.  Mr. Higley was a member of Emmanuel Episcopal church, Norwich lodge, F.&A.M., and Maydole Hose Company.  He was a member of the Industrial Bowling league at the Recreation Center and he and his son bowled on the same team. They were one of the few father and son combinations.  The deceased was an ardent sportsmen, loved fishing and often went to Canada on fishing trips.  He also was a close follower of both basket ball and foot ball and seldom missed a game when opportunity presented for him to attend.  He had many friends in the city who will learn with sincere regret of his untimely passing.  There survive his wife and two sons, Sterling F. Higley, Jr., and Frank Zuber Higley, a sister Mrs. Clare Blauvelt of Pasadena, Calif. and two aunts, Miss Sarah H. Higley of this city and Miss Mary Higley of Jersey City.  Funeral services are to be held in Emmanuel Episcopal church at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon with Rev. John R. Hill, rector, officiating.  Interment will be made in Mt. Hope [Norwich, NY]

 

The Norwich Sun, November 16, 1943

Emmanuel Episcopal church was filled here Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at funeral services for Sterling F. Higley, son-in-law Mayor and Mrs. Frank Zuber and treasurer and manager of the Norwich Line Company.  Rev. John R. Bill, rector, officiated.  Burial was made in the family plot in Mt. Hope cemetery. Bearers included Maurice S. Ireland, Ray T. Farley, Fitch B. Marsters, A.S. Johnson, Leo L. Flanagan, William M. Wilson and Franklin D. Snell, all of Norwich, and Howard Acheson of Yonkers.  The floral display was evidence of the wide friendship of Mr. Higley and fittingly marked the esteem held for him by many .  Members of the Maydole Hose Company and employees of the Norwich line Company and the Z. and M. Oil Company attended the services in a body.  Delegations also were present from the Mayhew-Maydole Tool Company and from the official family of the city of Norwich.