Reed, Julia Ann  Miller Co. Autogram January, 1930
     Julia Ann Reed was born in Coshocton County, Ohio, May 9, 1845
departed this life at Jefferson City, Mo. January 1, 1930 age 84 years.
She spent her early life in Ohio and came to Missouri
about 42 years ago.  She was twice married, both husbands preceded her
in death many years ago.  Her first husband was Frederick Blosser and to
this union three children were born Ida Jane, John Franklin, and Julia
Isabelle. Ida Jane and John Franklin also preceded her to the great
beyond.  Her second husband was Isaac Reed and to this union two
children were born, Effie Mabel and Chester Parrott.  Chester passed
away at the age of six
years.  In early womanhood she united with the Methodist church in
Mohawk Village, Ohio.  When she come to Missouri she placed her
membership with First Christian Church at Eldon of which she was still a
member, although for many years she was unable to attend church
services.
    Grandma Reed, as she was lovingly called by young and old, was a
good Christian woman, a kind and loving mother and a splendid neighbor.
She was always ready and willing to help those in sickness and distress.
The days were never too cold or the nights too dark and stormy for her
to go to those who needed her.
    She leaves two daughters, Mrs. H. H. Austin, of Kansas City, Kansas
and Mrs. Dan Tyler, of Jefferson City, Mo.: seven grandchildren, three
great-grand children and a host of friends to mourn her passing.
   The funeral services were conducted at Eldon, Mo., by Rev. Alexander
of the First Christian church and the body laid to rest in the Eldon
cemetery
                     CARD OF THANKS
  We sincerely thank our friends and Royal Neighbors, and all who took
part in the services.
Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Austin and Family
Mr. and Mrs. Dan Tyler and Son