Mary Mead Hill
Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, October 9, 1890
This estimable lady, widow of the late Theodore Hill, expired at her residence in this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] on Tuesday of this week. It was a death that did not come unexpectedly to herself or others, she and her family and intimate friends having been prepared, through her long illness and suffering, for the sad change that has taken place. Yet when the fated hour of departure came, it was with a suddenness and a shock that could but tough the hearts and sensibilities of all who knew her. Mrs. Hill was, in every sense of the word, a lovely and accomplished woman, conscientious and faithful in the discharge of every duty, a worthy exemplar of social and Christian virtues. Her life was a benison, loving and fragrant in its devotion to the good and happiness of others, as her death is a benediction and an example of the highest fortitude, resignation and faith. Mrs. Hill was a daughter of the late Allen Mead and wife, and was born in this village in 1832, in the house in which she died, and in which she had always lived. Her education was mainly acquired in the Norwich Academy, though for a time she was a pupil at Mrs. Willard's famous school at Troy. In June, 1860, she was united to Theodore Hill, then of McDonough, in marriage. Surviving her she leaves an only child and daughter, Linda Theodora Hill, to whom is tendered the sympathy of the entire community in her affliction. She also leaves one sister, Mrs. S.N. Ruggles, of this village, and four brothers, residents of the west. Mrs. Hill, besides being a lady of cultivated taste, was an artist of decided ability and skill.
William Hayden
Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, October 9, 1890
William Hayden, of McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], departed this life September 22d, 1890. He had lived to the good old age of 73 years. He was born in Ludlow, Mass. and settled in McDonough in 1837. He was greatly beloved by his family and the large funeral of his friends and neighbors was a strong testimony of the esteem with which they regarded him. He leaves a widow, two daughters and a son to mourn his loss. His loving faith is best expressed by these lines of Tennyson:
"O yet we trust that somehow good
Will be the final goal of ill,
To pangs of nature, sins of will,
Defects of doubt and taints of blood:
"That nothing walks with aimless feet.
That not one life shall be destroyed.
Nor cast as rubbish to the void.
When God hath made the pile complete."
The funeral services were very acceptably conducted by Rev. Amanda Deyo, of Oxford. Oxford Times
Abner Wood
Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, October 9, 1890
The cloudless blue of the sky, the rich autumn coloring of the leaves, and the green meadows, made of our valley a beautiful picture, as the remains of Abner Wood were deposited beside those of his loved ones in Evergreen Cemetery [White Store, Chenango Co., NY], September 30, 1890. The day was like the Christian life of the sleeper, calm and beautiful. For many years he has been a citizen of De Kalb, Ill. and a pillar in the large church there. His funeral was attended by a very large concourse of citizens at that place, and Bishop Merrill of Chicago, assisted in the services. His only child, Olin J., accompanied the remains east, and they were taken off at Bainbridge, the home of his niece, Mrs. Perry Rood. From there they were brought in a hearse, followed by many friends and the pastor. The procession grew as it passed up the valley, many of his old friends wishing to join in the last tribute of respect to one who was universally respected and beloved. At the cemetery several friends were in waiting. Although the burial was one day in advance of the time understood, friends were there from Tully, Bainbridge, Mt. Upton, South New Berlin, and a large number from the vicinity. Mrs. Wood, a daughter of the late Daniel Cornell, was not able to make the long journey. She with her son and family, have the sincere sympathy of all in their bereavement. Mr. Wood had attained the ripe age of seventy-four years, retaining his faculties to the last.
Julia Thurber
Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, October 9, 1890
Greene [Chenango Co., NY]: The remains of Mrs. Julia Thurber, who died at St. Laurence, South Dakota, September 27th, reached this village on Thursday morning of last week, accompanied by her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. H.J. Wood. Quite a large number of old neighbors and friends were at the depot on the arrival of the train and accompanied the remains to their last resting place in Sylvan Lawn Cemetery.
Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, October 9, 1890
Marriages
RATHBON - LETSON: In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], October 4, 1890, by Rev. H. Fox, Mr. Charles Rathbon, of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Emma Letson, of Norwich.
JOHNSON - BARD: In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], October 1, 1890, by Rev. J.B. Wilson, Mr. Frank L. Johnson and Mrs. Mazada Bard, all of Norwich.
CARNEGIE - McNEIL: In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], October 1, 1890, by Rev. Amanda Deyo, Mr. Norris Carnegie, of Greene [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Nellie McNeil of Oxford.
INGRAHAM - WELLS: In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], September 28, 1890, by Rev. L.D. Turner, Mr. Charles S. Ingraham, of Oxford, and Miss Jennie Wells, of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY].
KIRBY - CABLE: In Afton [Chenango Co., NY], August 19, 1890, by Rev. H.T. Perry, Mr. Edward G. Kirby and Miss Effie L. Cable, all of Afton.
CASWELL - DICKINSON: In Nineveh [Broome Co., NY], September 27, 1890, by Rev. A.M. Colgrove, Mr. Will Caswell, of Afton [Chenango Co., NY], and Miss Annis Dickinson, of Nineveh.
Deaths
PRINDLE: In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], October 7, 1890, Hon. Elizur H. Prindle, aged 59 years. Funeral Friday, at 2 P.M.
HILL: In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], October 7, 1890, Mary Mead Hill. Widow of Theodore hill, aged 58 years. Funeral, Thursday at 2 P.M. [See obituary above]
DONNELLY: In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], October 5, 1890, Nancy [Donnelly], infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Donnelly, aged 2 weeks and 3 days.
UTTER: In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], October 1, 1890, Mr. Martin B. Utter, aged 56 years.
MINER: In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], September 27, 1890, Mrs. Harriet M. Miner, aged 70 years. Formerly of Oxford [Chenango C., NY]
BETTS: In Greene [Chenango Co., NY], October 2, 1890, Mr. Ephraim Betts, aged 67 years.
HOGAN: In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], September 28, 1890, Miss Lizzie Hogan, aged 21 years and 9 months.
CLEMENT: In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], September 18, 1890, Abigail Clement, aged 32 years and 8 months.
GOODSON: In Earlville [Madison Co., NY], September 30, 1890, Maryette [Goodson], wife of J. Goodson, aged 58 years.
REYNOLDS: In Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], September 4, 1890, Mr. Stephen V. Reynolds.
WHEELER: In Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], October 4, 1890, Mrs. Harvey Wheeler, aged 35 years.
VAN DEUSEN: In Beaver Meadow [Chenango Co., NY], September 28, 1890, Mrs. Daniel Van Deusen.
WALKER: In Belvidere, Ill, September 30, 1890, Mrs. T.D. Walker, aged 78 years, formerly of Greene [Chenango Co., NY].
LEWIS: In Lisle [Broome Co., NY], October 1, 1890, Mr. Alonzo Lewis, aged 75 years, formerly of Smithville [Chenango Co., NY].
COMPTON: In Yohogany, Westmoreland Co., Pa., September 25, 1890, Mr. John H. Compton, aged 46 years, formerly of Guilford, Chenango Co., N.Y.
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