John Dawson of Marlette removed the remains of his daughter buried in Greenwood cemetery to Marlette Friday. 05-10-1901

A lovely little boy came to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Martin early Friday morning but a few hours. Interment made of Saturday afternoon in Elkland cemetery. The parents have the sympathy of their friends 04-16-1909

The roads were shoveled on Tuesday so the remains of the Donaldson baby might be buried.
The three-months-old baby or Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Donaldson died on Monday, Feb. 3, of inflammation of the lungs.
02-14-1908

Death of Charles Berry
Charles Berry, aged 62 years and a resident of Caro for 48 years, died at his home near this city at 9:40 Wednesday morning. The direct cause of his death was heart failure and paralysis of the nerves. Deceased was born in Alleghaney county, N. Y. and came to Tuscola county in 1862. He leaves two brothers, Will, of this city, and Frank, of North Branch, and two sisters, Mrs. Levi Mallory, of Paris, Texas, and Mrs. Emma Common, of this county.--Caro Courier
06-03-1910

Farmer Killed by Lightning
Matthew Carpenter, aged 63 years, living on a farm southeast of Vassar, was instantly killed by lightning Saturday afternoon while hoeing corn in his garden. A widow and nine children survive him
08-16-1912

VASSAR WOMAN IS KILLED BY TRAIN
Mrs. Matthew Carpenter, 60 years old, living four and one-half miles southeast of Vassar at Cobb's Crossing, in Vassar township, while driving a horse and cutter in company with her 15 year-old granddaughter was struck by a southbound Michigan Central passenger train at 11 o'clock Wednesday and instantly killed. The horse was also killed. Her husband was killed by lightning two and one-half years ago
The granddaughter was seriously hurt
02-27-1914

Cass City Chronicle
Friday, April 27, 1917 p. 8
Mrs. Harriett Jarvis met a tragic death Thursday morning, when planks covering a cistern gave way under her weight and she fell into six feet of water and was drowned. She lived alone on her farm of 240 acres on sections 26 & 27, Wells, township (can't read) of which was in hay. Alfred Wells had arranged to buy some hay of her and Thursday with Ray Green, went to her barn to get a load. As she failed to come from the house, after looking about and noting that the horse had been fed, they went to the house, entering a woodshed at the rear, and there they saw the planks covering the cistern broken, and evidences of a tragedy. They immediately investigated, located the body and lifted it from the water, then notified the neighbors and telephoned Coroner C. W. Clark of Caro.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 27, 1917 p. 8
Gagetown
Christopher Kastner, who died last week Tuesday, was 54 years old. He was born in Bavaria, Germany, Dec. 4, 1863, and came to this country when he was 19 years old, living in Chepstow, Canada. When 8 years old, he was left an orphan and has no relatives living in this country. About 23 years ago he was married to Mary Lang and to this union three children were born and with their mother are left to mourn his loss. Funeral services were held Thursday morning from St. Agatha's church. Rev. C.T.B. Krebs of Detroit officiating. Burial was made in St. Agatha's cemetery.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 6, 1917
Pioneer Resident Witnessed Many Marks of Progress
Jane McChonachie was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, on June 15, 1832. At the early age of ten she came to Canada. This trip was carried through with difficulties under pioneer conditions. By canal boats the journey was made up the St. Lawrence to Hamilton, then across country to Gwelph, Ontario. In those days Gwelph was a mere village in the woods but when Mrs. Gray left 37 years later it was considerable of a city. In 1851 she was united in marriage to Robt. Day who died a few years later, leaving one son, James Day. In 1856 she was joined in marriage to George Gray who died about 16 years ago. On Nov. 5, 1879, the family left the home in Gwelph, Ont., and moved to the home near Cass City where she resided to the day of her death. During her 38 years spent in Cass City and vicinity she has seen many marks of progress and development wrought by the hands of men. It was her experience to see pioneer conditions in two villages, finding them as hamlets in the forests but seeing them grow into busy centers of life and commercial enterprise. One daughter, Mrs. Clara Bardwell died over 4 years ago. On Wednesday evening, March 28, Mrs. Gray ended her life race almost in the ripe age of 85. There remain of her family to honor the name and worthy influence of her good life - two sons, James Day and George Gray, and one daughter, Mrs. Frank White. Funeral services were held in the Presbyterian church Saturday afternoon, Rev. J. W. Hamblin, the pastor, officiating.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 6, 1917
Greenleaf Twp. Pioneer Passed Away Monday
Mrs. Stewart Nicoll died at their home in Greenleaf township Monday evening after an illness of brief duration. Mary Watson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Watson of Wickware, was born in East Williamston, Ontario, October 18, 1851, and came with her parents to Greenleaf township, in October, 1863. She was united in marriage to Stewart Nicoll October 21, 1871. Eleven children came to their home, eight of whom with the father, survive. They are: Thomas, James A., Mrs. Ernest Pelton of Wickware; Mrs. Frank Turo of Pontiac; John, William, Margaret and Gladys, all at home. Her parents, four sisters, five brothers and nine grandchildren are also left to mourn. The funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon at the Wickware M.E. church and interment was made in Elkland cemetery.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 6, 1917
Death again entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Stewart on Tuesday morning and took Mr. Stewart who suffered from a second attack of pneumonia. James Stewart was born in Scotland, September, 1841 and died March 27, 1917, age 75 years and seven months. At the age of six years he came with his parents to Canada and lived with an uncle until 1880. In that year he was united in marriage to Anna Waddel and they soon after came to Michigan and have lived on their farm near Gagetown for a number of years. They had but one child, Margaret, who was buried two weeks before her father. Funeral services were held Thursday from M. P. church and interment in Hillside Cemetery. He is survived by his wife.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 6, 1917
Alexander Finkle, who died last week at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Case, was 89 years, 11 months old. He had been ailing for some time past. Death was caused from a general decline which comes from old age. He was born in Hastings township, Ontario, and was married in 1852 to Sophia Waddell, and in 1860 came to Lapeer Co., Mich. In 1880 they moved to Grant township Huron Co., and was a veteran of the civil war. Six children were born and are left to mourn their loss, Gilbert fo Pontiac, Geo. of Cass City, John of Canada, who died in February, Mrs. J. Martin fo Montana and Mrs. R. Case of this city. Funeral services were held from M. P. church Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. and interment was made in Grant cemetery.

Cass City Chronicle
April 6, 1917 page 4
Dr. Sherman F. Chase died suddenly Friday afternoon at the home of his nephew, Chase Crissey in Bay City. Dr. Chase located in Caro in 1872 and was one of the organizers of the Gleaners 26 years ago and held the office of supreme medical examiner. He was county coroner for 30 years, was president of Caro village several terms, vice president of the Commercial Bank, and was an important factor in business, civic and social life at the county seat.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 13, 1917 page 2
P. Toohey, an old time resident of this place, (Gagetown) died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. T. Sheridan, in Fairgrove. He was 85 years old. The remains were brought here last Monday for burial in St. Agatha's cemetery.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 13, 1917 page 4
Quite a number of relatives and friends attended the funeral of Harry Greenleaf in Cass City Saturday. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Greenleaf, have the heartfelt sympathy of all in this sad bereavement of the death of their only son. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Greenleaf and daughter, Freda, will return to their home in Cleveland this week.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 13, 1917
Cumber
The funeral services of Mrs. Sarah Hawksworth was held at her home here. Those who attended from a distance were Mrs. W. Putnam of Lupton, Violet, Forest and Claud Putnam of Detroit, Mr. and Mrs. C. Cooley and Cyrus Meredith of Pontiac and Mrs. Smitherman of Detroit. Jesse Hawksworth went to Pontiac Monday.

Cass City Chronicle
April 13, 1917 page 4
The remains of Harry E. Greenleaf, 17 years of age, whose death was briefly mentioned in the Chronicle last week, were brought from Cleveland to Cass City Friday night and funeral services were held at the home of Wm. Dodge on Oak St. Saturday afternoon. Rev. Zanders, pastor of the Baptist church at Cass City of which the deceased was a member, conducted the services. The young man was a son of Mr. and Mrs. N. L. Greenleaf, former residents here. He had been seriously ill for three months with inflammatory rheumatism and his death occurred on April 4. Beside his parents, he leaves one sister, Freda.

Cass City Chronicle
April 13, 1917 page 7
Elijah Summers of Grant township died at his home about ten miles southwest of Cass City on the 27th of March. Death was due to heart failure and advanced age. Mr. Summers was born in Westminster township, Ontario, in the year 1865 when they moved to Grant township where they since lived on a good farm of 80 acres which they cleared and improved. Mr. Summers was highly respected by all who knew him and will be missed by his many friends and acquaintances. Besides his wife, he leaves five children, Mrs. John Fox of Evergreen, Oristram A., Richard and Rhoda of Grant and Mrs. Eliza Churchill of Flint; also 11 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Interment took place March 30 in the Williamson cemetery.

Cass City Chronicle
Friday April 27, 1917 page 1
Passing of Early Settler at Deford on Sunday.
David Clark, for 30 years a resident near Cass City, died Sunday at the home of Mrs. Margaret Livingston at Deford at the age of 81 years. Funeral services were held at the residence Tuesday and the remains interred in the Novesta cemetery. Rev. Meredith of Deford conducted the services. Deceased is survived by a daughter who lives in Buffalo. David Clark was born in Inneekillen, Ireland on April 30, 1835. At the age of 17 years he came to America, settling at Owen Sound, Canada. Later he made his home in Minnesota and then Illinois. He was married in Boston to Miss Jane McBrine and two children, Wm. and Lillie, were born to them. Mrs. Clark died several years ago in Buffalo and the son died in the same city on April 15, just a week before his father. Mr. Clark spent several years in Saginaw before coming to Elkland township about 30 years ago. He was a cousin of the late John Hamilton and for the past 16 years he has spent the winter months with Mr. Hamilton's daughter, Mrs. Margaret Livingston of Deford. Two years ago, he became so feable that he made his home there altogether and since last October he has been confined to his bed by illness. Mrs. Livingston was untiring in caring and bestowing kindnesses upon the aged man making his last days happier and more contented.

DIES SUDDENLY OF APOPLEXY
The people of Unionville were indeed shocked Sunday when the word was passed around timt Miss Lottie Redenbach was dead. She had been, in usual health and had been seen on the street Saturday.
At noon Saturday she ate a hearty dinner and in a few minutes remarked to the doctor that she had a severe pain in her head. In the afternoon she went to Mr. Thompson's home for him to come and hitch the horse for the doctor and returned home. Mr. Thompson came about 3:30 and found her on the floor where she had fallen in an apparent faint. He immediately went for the doctor. She complained of the pain in her head and said sire had suffered an attack of qualm and had vomited blood. About one o'clock she asked for a drink of water and raised herself on her elbow. As she took a sip she fell back unconscious in which condition she remained until 11:45 Sunday, when she breathed her last.
Charlotte Redenbach was born in Bay City, Sept. 2, 1864, and when seventeen years of age she came to Unionville to be a maid in Dr. Lowthian's family, and with the exception of one year, has for twenty-seven years been an inmate of the home as housekeeper. She has two brothers, Louis, of Tampa, Fla., and Michael, who recently came here from Montana after an absence of twenty-three years.
The funeral was held Tuesday at 11:30at the house which was filled with friends who came to pay their last respects. The beautiful gray casket in which she was laid to rest was completely covered and filled with beautiful bouquets of roses, carnations and chrysanthemums. The services were conducted by Rev. Challis, assisted by Roy. Will. A trio consisting of Mrs. W. W. Will and Misses Susie Beatedhead and Belle Streeter, rendered three hymns.
The burial was made at Perkins cemetery where she was laid to rest beside her mother. 12-06-1907

The Cambridge Jeffersonian – Thursday, November 27, 1902 – Obituary
Mrs. Elizabeth Gibney, aged 84 years, died at 9:30 p.m., Oct. 13, 1902, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Geo. Metcalf, near Ellington, Tuscola county, Mich. The funeral was conducted on Wednesday, 15th, by the Rev. Mr. Rutlege. The remains were taken to Brook-side cemetery near Fair Grove, Mich., and laid to rest by the side of her husband, the late John Gibney, who died 15 years ago. They removed from Jefferson township, this county, with their family twenty years ago, to Michigan where she has resided ever since. She leaves three sons and five daughters; Rev. J. C. of Newton, Kas.; William of Peabody, Kas.; David, residence unknown; Mrs. S. A. Perkins, Mrs. W. E. Riley, Mrs. M. M. Hobart, all of Michigan, and Mrs. R. L. Culbertson, of Kimbolton, this county. Her four sons-in-law were the pall bearers. She was a sincere and earnest Christian and a model mother. In all her sufferings, which were intense, she would say to her children: “When I am gone don’t fret for me. Only think how happy I shall be when this afflicted body is at rest and my soul with the redeemed in Heaven. For I know that my Redeemer liveth. He has been with me ever since I gave my heart when I was 18 years of age and he is still with me in the valley and shadow of death.” Her last words were “My God and my Lord from whom cometh every good and perfect gift.” She calmly fell asleep in Jesus and awoke to hold the Son of righteousness in His beauty and majesty.Submitted by: Julie Beers

Augustus L. Keiff Former Caro Citizen Dies Suddenly at an Early Hour This Morning. Was Carrying Pail of Water to House When He Suddenly Expired. Brought to Caro for Burial. At seven o'clock this morning [April 1910] J. W. Bullen received a telephone message from Mrs. Bullen, who is visiting in Saginaw at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Keiff, imparting the sad intelligence that her father had died suddenly this morning. From the news obtainable it seems that Mr. Keiff had gone to one of the deep wells near his home after a pail of water, and not returning after a reasonable length of time, Mrs. Keiff went to the door to investigate the cause of the delay and found her husband Iying just inside of the yard where he had fallen, dead. The pail which he had taken was nearby and full of water conveying the idea that he had set the pail down to rest. For some months past Mr. Keiff was known to have had a weak heart and was taking treatment for the same, but nothing serious was anticipated. His death, however, is reported due to heart failure. Deceased was born in Prussia in 1844. He came to the United States in 1867, locating Jamestown, N. Y., from which place he moved to Chicago, living in that city during the great fire. In 1869 he moved to Caro; in 1873 he was united in marriage to Emma Andrews [Peck] who survives him. He also leaves four children, Fred and Blanche Keiff of Chicago, Mrs. J. W. Bullen, of this city, and June, the youngest daughter. The remains will be brought to Caro Friday, and the funeral will be at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Bullen at two o'clock Sunday. Tuscola County Advertiser, April 1910 Submitted by family.

Cass City Chronicle – Friday, May 23, 1913
The two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Myers met a horrible death on Friday. While playing in the buggy, some way it became tangled in the top and was strangled to death. One of the other children discovered the body and called for assistance. Everything possible was done, but to no avail, as life was extinct. Funeral services were held at the M. E, church conducted by Rev. T. Stubbs. Interment was made in East Dayton cemetery. The family has the sympathy of the entire community.Submitted by: Julie Beers

Elias Sabin Gibbs Another Pioneer Passes
Elias Sabin Gibbs Lingered Only Two Days After Stroke of Paralysis. Another pioneer settler of the county was removed by death Tuesday [July 20, 1915], when Elias Sabin Gibbs of Akron Township yielded to a stroke of paralysis he suffered early Sunday morning. He was 69 years old and came to the county from New York when only a small boy. On October 25, 1876, he married Miss Mary E. Peck of Caro and they lived in the immediate vicinity of the town for many years, for a long time on the farm now owned by James Montague, where all of their five children were born. About sixteen years ago they returned to Caro to live on Norman Street, returning to the farm more than one year ago. He had not been well for some time, but visited his son Charles in Caro Thursday of last week, and when the latter called at the farm Saturday his father appeared quite as well as usual. During the night he was stricken and lingered two days. His wife and five children survive: Mrs. Robert Orr, Lansing; Charles A. Gibbs, Caro; Mrs. J.W. McAlpine and Mrs. Cleveland Neal, Wisner; and Melvin E. Gibbs, at home. He also leaves two sisters, Mrs. T.W. Atwood of Caro and Mrs. N.I. Bonker of Saginaw, and one brother, T.O. Gibbs of Caro. He had been a member of the Odd Fellows fraternity for years and was a man highly respected in the community. Funeral services will be held at the home of his sister, Mrs. T.W. Atwood in Caro this afternoon at 2:30, conducted by Rev. W.H. Gallagher Submitted by family

Elias Sabin Gibbs. Well-Known Akron Man Succumbs to Apoplexy
Elias Gibbs, aged 69, died Tuesday morning [July 20, 1915] at his farm home near Akron. He suffered a stroke of apoplexy Sunday morning and did not regain consciousness. In his younger days, Mr. Gibbs, who was a large man, was considered one of the most powerful physically in the county, and many tales are told of his prowess. The body was brought to Caro Thursday afternoon to the home of his sister Mrs. T.W. Atwood, where the funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Rev. W.H. Gallagher will officiate, and Louis Wean and Mr. Ingalsbee will sing. Burial will be in the Caro Cemetery. Deceased is survived by his wife and five children: Mrs. Robert Orr, Lansing; Mrs. Jack McAlpine and Mrs. Anna Neal, Akron; Charles Gibbs, Caro; and Melvin Gibbs, at home. He was a brother of Mrs. N. Bonker, of Saginaw, Mrs. T.W. Atwood and Thomas Gibbs of Caro. Submitted by family

Tuscola County Advertiser - Friday, June 11, 1915
Wilber Perkins died suddenly June 3, at the farm of John Green in East Dayton. Mr. Perkins had not been in good health for some time, but had gone to the field to help build fences. He fell in a few minutes after reaching the field. The body was moved to the residence of Dallas Jarvis, a nephew where he made his home. The deceased was 64 years of age and unmarried. He was the youngest son and last surviving member of the family of Samuel B Perkins who for many years was postmaster of East Dayton. The funeral was held in the M.E. Church on Sunday at three o'clock. Mr. Perkins was a member of the Odd Fellow lodge at Kingston, which attended in a body. Submitted by: Julie Beers

4-6-1919 A Missouri editor refuses to publish obituaries of people who do not take the paper. His view is that "people who do not take their home paper are dead anyway, and their passing has no news value"

Undertaker McKenzie reports the following deaths and burials during the past week.
Decker~Nichols Decker, a highly respected citizen of Greenleaf township, died at the age of 52 years after several months of sickness. Mr. Decker lived in Greenleaf for 26 years, and was one of the foremost and enterprising citizens of that town. He was a devout member of the Sheridan Catholic church, also belonged to the Forester and Gleaner fraternities. The burial service which was held last Monday was conducted by Rev. Crowley of Gagetown.
Jerome~Nathaniel C. Jerome ofGrant, aged 83 years, dropped dead last Friday and was buried last Sunday at the Williamston cemetery. Mr. Jerome lived in these parts for many years and was well thought of by all who knew him.
Snover~ On Saturday, May 4th, Elady Snover, an esteemed young lady of Novesta. suddenly passed away while visiting friends at Essexville near Bay City. Miss Snorer was only 22 years old, and her sudden death has created widespread sorrow. She was at the time of her demise the record keeper of the Lady Maccabee Hive at Shabbona. Last Monday her remains were brought here and laid to rest in the McQuillan cemetery.
Harrington~A very sad death occured on Tuesday in Novesta township. Jas. Harrington was taken sick about May 1st with the grippe. The same developed into pneumonia and after a few days of intense suffering he succumbed to the malady. Mrs. Harrington and her two children. have the heartfelt sympathy of her neighbors and friends. The interment occured at the McQuillan cemetery yesterday. 5-10-1901

The oldest son of Mr. Lawson, who died of consumption of the brain, was taken to Burnside cemetery. Undertaker McPhail had charge of the interment. 11-14-1902

Mrs. Bearup, loving wife of Elbirt Bearup, fell asleep in Jesus at an early hour on Sunday morning, Dec. 23, 1906. Emily J. Lumly was born in Canada and was 46 years of age. She came with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. John Lumly, to their home at West Dayton, Mich. when she was four years old. At the age of 13 years she was converted to and lived for Christ. She united with the M. E. church at West Dayton, her father being pastor of the church at that time and she was still a class member of that church at the time of her death. She was the mother of 14 children all of them being present at the funeral excepting two sons, Ulysses of California and Loren of Petoskey. A little daughter preceded her to the spirit land several years ago. The funeral services were con ducted at the Mennonite church, her husband being a member of that class on Wednesday morning, by Rev. Knapper. who took for his text the 2grd Psalm. Beautilful words of comfort were spoken. Her four sons came from Flint to attend the funeral bringing with them many beautiful flowers go lay upon the casket of the gentle wife and mother, who was ready to say, "Thy will be done." She was laid to rest by the side of her little daughter in Novesta cemetery. The grief stricken family has the blessed assurance that she is safe within the pearly gates and that her great sufferings are at an end. 01-04-1907

Last Saturday Michael Brophy of Millington township was in Vassar, and went to one of the local barber shop to have his long hair cut. When the barber ask him why he was having it done, he jokingly replied, "I am going to die, so I am getting ready." Soon after he went to the home of Chas. Dubois, where he had been spending the winter, and while at the dinner table suddenly toppled over and died. He was 65 years of age and he lived in this vicinity for many years. He was a brother of the late James Brophy, who at one time resided on a farm in East Vassar. He leaves four sisters, Mrs. Allen Johnson, Vassar, Mrs. George Curtis, Tuscola; Mrs. George Day, Marquette, and Miss Jane Brophy, Chicago. The funeral was held at the Catholic church at Reese on Tuesday Fr. Brokaw officiating and the burial was made in the Reese cemetery. 02-03-1911

Mrs. Mae Churchill departed this life Saturday morning, Mar. 28, 1914 at her home in Novesta. Miss Mae Hutchinson was born at Lapeer, Mich., May 6, 1878. Her mother died when she was two weeks old and she always made her home with her grandmother, Mrs. Gibbs. Her father died when she was a young girl. She was married to Wm. Churchill Nov. 19. 1902, from the home of her aunt, Mrs. Orrin Stowell, near Deford. One little boy, Ernest, aged 10 years, and the bereaved husband, besides more distant relatives and a wide circle of loving friends are left to mourn her loss She was converted a year ago last winter in revivals held at Novesta and united with the Baptist church of that place. Since that time, her tile has been that of a true Christian, winning the love and respeet of all. Funeral services were held at the Novesta church, Rev. J. Willerton officiating, aided by Rev. Shinn of the Mennonite church. Interment was made in Novesta cemetery. In Memory
We loved her, yes we loved her,
But angels loved her more
And they have sweetly called her
To yonder shining shore.
The Golden Gates were opened;
A gentle voice said Come,
And with farewells unspoken,
She caimiy entered home.
4-17-1914

Died in Kingston township Feb. 2,Eliza J. Gibbs, aged 83 years, 4 months and 20 days. Eliza J. Hartwell was born in the state of New York, Sept. 12, 1830, and came to Michigan with her parents when an infant of six weeks of age. They settled on the then wild lands of Oakland county. In her sixteenth year she married Tracy Gibbs, several years her senior, and they settled on a farm, on section 34 in the township of Troy, Oakland county, on the state road between Rochester and Royal Oak, known to the aged settlers of those parts to this day as "the old plank road." Back in the early sixties the writer learned from the first settlers of Troy and Royal Oak that the deceased was a woman of true worth in the pioneer days, kind to all and ever ready to help those in need that the world might be made better because she, lived. Six children were the fruit of the union: Susan, wife of Clark Couriiss of Deford, Philetus Gibbs of Sanilac CO., near Novesta Corners, and Mary, wife of Orrin Stowell of California, who are yet alive. The other three, Lewis Harvey Gibbs died in 1881, Rosella Gibbs Hutchinson, died in 1878, and Julia Gibbs Ashby died in 1900. May 6, 1888, her husband died and in 1890 she moved to Novesta, Tuscola county, where her children were located and where it was ordained she was to reach the end of this life's journey. More than forty years ago deceased commenced the Christian life under the preaching of Erastus Harrington of Fourtowns, west of Pontiac, who journeyed every alternate Sunday from his home to east Troy for twenty years, preaching a mile north of Clawson in the schoolhouse known as the "log cabin." Afterward she became a member of the Baptist church of Rochester, Mich. Those who knew her best felt to say she not only professed but possessed truly the spiritof the Master for more than forty years of her better life. The life of the deceased was but testimony of the text selected for her funeral sermon, 119 Psalm 165 verse, "Great peace have they which love thy law, and nothing shall offend them." The same text was so selected for her mother's funeral in the year of 1862. She was a person of hopeful industrious and healthy life till two year ago, dreading the thought of being a, burden upon others. Two years ago paralysis fell on her aged form, necessitating from that date care, even as a mother cares for her babe, and such care was not wanting. Her granddaughter, Iva, Funk, who was fortunate enough to gain a companion whose heart is in the right place, together with their daughter, Ruby, have in her days of helplessness given the tender and watchful care that will bring them great reward. Ten days before the spirit departed from the body, she was unable to speak yet retained consciousness, showing by look and act that she appreciated the tender kindness bestowed upon her and sinking quietly away till the heart ceased to, beat. The funeral took place on the 5th instant from the home of J. D. Funk of Sec. 2, Kingston. A prayer at the house and sermon, preached at Christ church in Novesta Center, where the remains were laid. Elder Stubbs of Deford M. E. church officiated. The funeral was large and all kindred were present except Reginald Courliss of Rochester and the Stowelll family of California. Deceased leaves two daughters and one-son, twenty grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren. Personally the, writer can only say she was of ripe age, her days were well spent, her work was done. "It is well." 02-13-1914

WM. HENRY CRAWFORD
Obituary as Indited by His Daughter, Mrs. Anna Courliss
Wm. Henry Crawford, of Novesta, departed this life Dec. 4 to the beautiful land above where suffering and pain are unknown. Deceased was born Dec. 16, 1845, in the Township of Armada, Macomb county, where he lived until 18 years of age when he enlisted in Co. A, 9th Michigan Infantry, taking part in the prominent work of that regiment for three years, fighting at Kenesaw Mountain, Jonesboro, Chattanooga and Champion Hills. He moved with Sherman from "Atlanta to the Sea." Discharged, he returned to his home to again till the soil at the close of the war. May 15, 1869, he was united in marriage to Mary Eliza Barber, who is yet living. In Nov. 1885, he moved to Novesta township, settling on section 24, commencing pioneer life on a new farm which he changed to fertile fields. Win. Crawford was a man without boast or hollow pretence and ever willing to help friends and neighbors m need. His illness was severe for many months before death which he bore with Christian patience and cheerfulness, holding at all times to the faith of former years in his Heavenly Father. Deceased leaves to mourn his passing away besides the widow, three children, Frank, Clayton and Anna, the latter now Mrs. Reginald Courliss, a sister, Mrs. Marion Clark, of Yale, and another, Mrs. Hattie Jackson of Vassar and a brother, Harrison Crawford of Cyclone, Pa. The funeral was held at the F. W. B. church at Novesta Corners and largely attended. Elder Willerton spoke words of comfort to the mourners and edified the friends and neighbors present. Those in attnedance from distant points were Mrs. Eleanor Weston of Detroit, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Jackson and daughter of Vassar and Frank Clark of Yale. 12-25-1914

Angus Leitch was born in Ontario in 1858. May 12, 1887 he was united in marriage to Miss Jane Mc Vannel and two years later they came to this county, where they have since been well known. On the anniversary of their marriage they united with the Presbyterian Church in Cass City. His venerable father, Archibald Leiteh, and his brothers, Alexander, Duncan and Archibald, his sisters, Mrs. Angus McArthur, Mrs. James Welsh anti Mrs. Alonzo Wisner;-also Mrs. Leitch's mother, Mrs. Archibald McVannel, and her sister, Mrs. John Templeton, and two brothers, Daniel and Peter McVannel, from Ontario, together with Daniel Gillies, a brother-in-law, of Port Huron; Archie Gillies, a nephew of Millington; James Leitch and Mrs. Guy Newton of Pontiac attended the funeral. Mr. Leitch has left a wife, three children, Mary Jane, Maggie Bell and little Grace to mourn his early departure. Mr. Leitch wasa member of the Gleaner order. The local lodge attended his burial in a body. Under ordinary circumstaneess his family should receive $1,000 from the order. It is stated that Mr. Leitch forfeited his claim, because he failed to secure a permit from the order to engage in business other than farming. However, it is stated that some satisfactory arrangement will be made so that the family of the deceased will receive a liberal donation from the order. 5-31-1901

The people of Unionville were indeed shocked Sunday when the word was passed around that Miss Lottie Redenbach was dead. She had been, in usual health and had been seen on the street Saturday. At noon Saturday she ate a hearty dinner and in a few minutes remarked to the doctor that she had a severe pain in her head. In the afternoon she went to Mr. Thompson's home for him to come and hitch the horse for the doctor and returned home. Mr. Thompson came about 3:30 and found her on the floor where she had fallen in an apparent faint. He immediately went for the doctor. She complained of the pain in her head and said sire had suffered an attack of qualm and had vomited blood. About one o'clock she asked for a drink of water and raised herself on her elbow. As she took a sip she fell back unconscious in which condition she remained until 11:45 Sunday, when she breathed her last. Charlotte Redenbach was born in Bay City, Sept. 2, 1864, and when seventeen years of age she came to Unionville to be a maid in Dr. Lowthian's family, and with the exception of one year, has for twenty-seven years been an inmate of the home as housekeeper. She has two brothers, Louis, of Tampa, Fla., and Michael, who recently came here from Montana after an absence of twenty-three years. The funeral was held Tuesday at 11:30 at the house which was filled with friends who came to pay their last respects. The beautiful gray casket in which she was laid to rest was completely covered and filled with beautiful bouquets of roses, carnations and chrysanthemums. The services were conducted by Rev. Challis, assisted by Roy. Will. A trio consisting of Mrs. W. W. Will and Misses Susie Beatedhead and Belle Streeter, rendered three hymns. The burial was made at Perkins cemetery where she was laid to rest beside her mother. 12-06-1907

In regard to Manton A. Richardson of Greenleaf township, it was reported that he died of pneumonia. This was an error. Through an injury when a baby caused partial helplessness so he could not walk without assistance and caused poor health, which resulted in his death. He was eared for in a hospital on,account of his mother, Mrs. A. Riehardson's failed health. The doctor of the hospital stated through alI his illness and sad affiiction he was patient and his mental condition was good. It is a great grief that he was so injured and deprived of thee opportunities of life as he was possessed with an unusually good memory and understanding and a kind and cheerful disposition. My advice is: Children afflicted with helplessness should have the attention of a surgeon as soon as possible when injured before the affliction becomes incurable. To the sorrow of Manton Richardson's parents they were not advised to have him undergo an operation soon enough for him to be cured of his helplessness. Although the operation he had when rather too late helped him considerably. 03-23-1917

The funeral services of Mrs. Celia Snell, who died on Saturday, April 8, were held from the M.E. church on Wednesday,at 10a.m. Interment was made in Elkland cemetery. Celia Mudge was born October 20. 1852. at Monroe, Michigan. She was married to Hezekiah Snell at Tyre on February 1. 1873. The family have made their home at various places but for the past thirty years have lived in or near Cass City, so the deceased is no stranger tothis vicinity. Mr. Snell died 13 years ago at Minden City but his body is interred in Elkland cemetery. Seven children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Snell, six of whom are living. They are Mrs. C.W. Houghton, Mrs. C.A. Fay and Mrs. John Atfield of Detroit. Mrs. W.R. Weber of Minden City, Mrs. A.H. Stone of Gifford. and Roy Snell, who with the mother had recently moved to the Levi Bardwell farm, where Mrs. Snell's death occurred. Deceased has been faithful attendant of the M.E. church and was a kind and willing neighbor and friend, who is mourned by a host of friends, as well as her family. Two sisters, Mrs. Phillips and Mrs. Thibodeau, of Marine City, survive her. 04-16-1916

The late John A. Caister was born in Oxford County, Ont., Mar. 8, 1852. He moved to Sunshine, Huron Co., in 1876, where he carried on a blacksmith business. On May 20, 1879, he was married to Margart Ann Kirkby of Sunshine. To this union four children were born, three sons and one daughter. One son, Roy, preceded him in death. In 1883 he moved near Cass City in Sanilac Co., Mich., and settled on a wild unimproved farm in Evergreen township which he cleared and improved and where he became a successful farmer. He died Nov 20, 1917. He leaves to mourn his untimely death, a widow and two sons and one daughter, four brothers and two sisters. One daughter, Laura, and one son, George, are at home-and John, on an adjoining farm. He became a prominent member of the M. E. church at Wickware in 1914. He was a faithful follower of his Master, a kind and obliging neighbor. The relatives from a distance attending the funeral were Mrs. Thos. McColl of Brussels, Ont., Miss Ellen Kirkby and Peter McArthur of Blyth, Ont., and his brothers, Jas. Caister of Sandusky, Reube Caister of Gaylord, Mich., and Edwin A. Caister of Tavistock, Ont. 11-30-1917

Geo. Bucnker, was born July 2, 1847, in Hamilton, Ont. When a small child he moved with his parents to Walsingham, Ont., in which neighborhood he lived until 34 years of age. He was united in marriage with Rachel A. Matthews Oct. 18, 1868 and nine children were born to this union, seven of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. Bunker and family came to Michigan in 1880 and settled near Port Austin where Mr. Bunker was employed on a stock farm owned by J. R. Learned. They resided near Port Austin until nine years ago when Mr. Bunker purchased a farm one-half mile north of Novesta Corners. Mr. Bunker has been in poor health for five years, gradually growing worse each year. The last. year as been a great sufferer, but never kept his bed until two weeks before he died. He longed for the time to and prayed that God would take Death came on Sept. 2. Besides his widow are six sons one daughter, Walter of Pt. Huron, David of Flint, Arthur and Andrew of Detroit, Roy in France, Delmar and Adda at home; four brothers, John and Alex of Alpena, Robert of Wyecombe, Ont., and Purvis of Bremerton, Wash., and one sister, Mrs. Fred Bauer of Tilsonburg, Ont. Funeral services were held at F. W. Baptist church at Novesta, Rev. J. Willerton officiating, assisted by Rev. Austin of Deford. Interment was made in Novesta cemetery the five sons and a nephew, Lorne Walker, acted as pall bearers. 09-20-1918

Herbert Melvin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Strickland, was born in Caro, Tuscola county, on Nov. 12, 1915, and died at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Strickland, on Feb. 21, 1919, at the age of three years, three months, and nine days. Sleep on, sleep on, little one, Sleep on. 02-28-1919

Bessie Willsey Myers Mrs. Bessie Myers died at the home of her parents August 26th, the funeral took place from the house on Sunday at two o'clock, Rev. Wallace officiating. obit 9/24/1904, "Tuscola County Advertiser", Tuscola Co, Mich Judy

Gerald Myers Son of Oscar and Bessie Myers, buried in East Dayton Cemetery. He leaves a baby sister. obit Oct 8, 1902 "Tuscola Co Advertiser", Tuscola Co, Mich Judy

William Starr was born in Adelaide, Ontario, Canada, December 27, 1859, and fell asleep in Jesus June 2. 1919, after an illness of a year and a half, at the age of 60 years, five months and six days. In 1879 he came with his parents to Argyle where he grew to manhood and was united in marriage to Mary Mc Dougal July 29, 1882. To this union were born 11 children two of whom with the wife preceded him in death. He lived in Argyle for five years after his marriage and then moved to Austin where he has since resided. On June 23, 1908, he was united in marriage to Miss Lydia McArthur of Cass City. To this union one child was born. He was converted early in life and was always an earnest, active Christian worker, beng instrumental in organizing various Sunday schools, among them being the Austin Baptist school of which he was superintendent for the past ten years. He was also vice president of the rally for 20 years. He is survived by his wife and ten children, Percy, Lloyd, Leigh, Clinton, Marion, Arthur and Mardel, all of Argyle, Ray of St. Louis, Missouri, Delia of Detroit, Roland of Marlette, five grandchildren, one sister, Mrs Howison of Port Huron; two brothers, James of Pontiac and George of Peck and an aged father living in Argyle. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Crouter of Marlette assist ed by Rev. John Willerton on June 4, 1919, and the remains were laid to rest in Mount Pleasant cemetery to await the coming of his Lord."Then why should your tears run down, Or your hearts be sorely riven For another star in the Saviour's crown And another soul in Heaven ?" 6-6-1919

William VanGiesen, one of Tuscola county's early pioneers, died at Auburn, N. Y., Monday morning and was brought back for interment in the family lot in the Wahjamega cemetery. He came to Tuscola county sixty-four years ago from Plymouth, Mich., bringing with him his wife (Ann Freeman) and baby daughter, Emma, and settled "in the woods" in Juniata township. His home was a little log shanty in the middle of a two acre clearing. Their humble dweIling was covered with a log roof no shingles in those days. The next year he built a more commodious dwelling, a real log house. He had purchased 100 acres of land from the govermment at $1.25 per acre. 8-16-1918

     

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