The Carthage Republican
Carthage, Illinois
Wednesday
November 19, 1890
Page 1
Column 4Nov. 17 --- Died at her home two miles north of here Friday morning, two o'clock, Mrs. John Sibert, aged 50 years. Sarah Ellen Miller was born Jan. 16, 1840, near Fountain Green, was married to John Sibert Nov. 1, 1866. To them were born three children, one of whom with the husband, survive to mourn the death of their best friend. Mrs. Sibert has been a member of the Presbyterian church for over thirty years and a consistent christian. Her death is a sad blow to her family and a large circle of friends by whom she was greatly beloved. She has been in very poor health for a number of years, and at times suffering greatly; was patient and uncomplaining. The funeral took place at the Presbyterian church at 11 o'clock yesterday conducted by Rev. Bruce; after service the body was laid to rest in the cemetery north of town.
