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Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, January 21, 1886, Page 5.
Killed by a Falling Tree
Benjamin F. Landis was killed near Fairfield Mills, on Marble Creek, last Friday. He was cutting wood in the forest near said place, when the accident occurred. He felled a large tree, a limb of which rebounded from the ground, and, striking the unfortunate man on the head, crushed it like an egg-shell. Mr. John Vance was near by when the accident occurred, and notified some of the neighbors at once, but of course they could do nothing but take up the body, carry it the nearest house, lay it out, and in due time give it decent burial. Mr. Landis was unmarried, aged about 39 years, and had no relatives in this section, but had acquired many warm friends. He came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, some time ago. He was an upright, worthy man, genial in disposition, and his death is deplored by all who knew him.
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, November 26, 1885, Page 5.
DIED--Near Courtois, Washington Co., Mo., Nov. 8, 1885, little Minnie Laramore, aged 1 year 5 months and 3 days.
Farewell, little Minnie, “tis hard to give you up, but yon have crossed the dark valley of death, and while your little body lies in the cold and silent grave your spirit has gone to God who gave it. We all have that same debt to pay. Little Minnie was a very sweet and beautiful child. “Oh death thou lovest the beautiful,” the pride of her parents’ hearts. Yet they mourn not as those who have no hope, for they know Minnie sleeps with Jesus’ blessed sleep from which none ever wakes to weep. Parents, let us prepare to meet the little angel Minnie.
We shall meet, but we shall miss her,
There will be one vacant chair,
We shall linger to caress her,
While we breathe our evening prayer.
Sleep to-day O, early fallen,
In thy green and narrow bed,
Dirges from the pine and cypress
Mingle with the tears we shed.
A FRIEND
--Potosi Independent.
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, Thurs. May 20, 1909 "Des Arc News" column:
Geo. Lashley, 65 years old, who owns a farm down on Big Creek, near Low's old grist mill, was instantly killed Friday morning at 3:30 o'clock by falling from the top of a shaft 475 deep, at Flat River. He was buried here Saturday by the side of his wife who died some two years ago. He was coming out of the shaft with three other men. The men with Mr. Lashley got out, but before he could get out the engineer started the cage back and he lost his balance and fell to the bottom. He leaves four boys and one girl, Mrs. Joe Stokely of Greenville, Mo., to mourn his loss.
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, Feb. 15, 1906.
We regret to announce the death of our friend and neighbor, Bro. Lee Lewis, who departed this life February 5, 1906, of pneumonia fever, aged 33 years and 9 months. He was the youngest son of Rob't and Polly Lewis of Carver Creek. Death has taken from his parents the joy, pride and comfort of their declining lives; from his young wife a loving, devoted and tender husband, yet we have the full assurance that we can speak of him as one whose end was happy; whose death was but a little brook, across whose chilling waters Christ accompanied him and joined him to the shining and happy host on the other shore. How uncertain is life! He was converted about one month before his death. He was well known in this community and liked by all who knew him. He was a member of the M.W.A. in good standing. He leaves a wife and two children, aged parents, several brothers and sisters and a large number of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. His remains were laid to rest in Emmaus Chapel cemetery by the Order of the M.W.A. A Friend.
Submitted by Linda Lewis
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, January 31, 1963.
Miss Lucy Lewis, of Glover, in the south end of the county, aged 91 years, 6 months and 20 days, died of infirmities at the home of Cecil Sutton in Glover, a relative, Tuesday. Several nieces and nephews survive and are accorded sympathy in their loss. Services were held this [Thursday] afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Big Creek Church at Glover with interment in Emily Chapel cemetery on Lower Carver Creek. White Service.
Submitted by Linda Lewis
The Mountain Echo, Ironton, Missouri, August 6, 1925
Martha Jane, daughter of Robert and Mary Lewis, was born August 27, 1853; professed a hope in Christ in early life, joined Big Creek church and baptized by Elder William Huff, and remained a loyal member till death, which occurred July 13, 1925, aged 71 years, 11 months, and 10 days. Married George Ketcherside May 10, 1879. To this union were born nine children--two girls, seven boys--all remain to mourn her loss but one, Erma, who preceded her in death six years.
She leaves a husband, seven sons, one daughter, five brothers and three sisters and twenty-two grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
We are separated from a true wife, we feel a loss of a dear mother, we miss our loving sister, the church has lost a good member, the community lost a true friend.
Submitted by Linda Lewis
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, March 21, 1912.
Word was received in Ironton last Thursday morning of the death of "Uncle Bobby" Lewis, which occurred at his home, near Sabula, the night before at the age of 85 years. The death of Mr. Lewis marks the passing of another of the pioneers. Nearly sixty years ago he located in what is now Iron County and lived there until his death. Eleven children, sixty grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren survive him. The total number of children and grandchildren is 132, but a number of them are dead. Surely, a pretty large family. The remains were interred in the cemetery near Sabula Friday and a large concourse was present. A good man has gone. Peace to his ashes.
March 21, 1912, Annapolis
March 21, 1912, Annapolis News...Robert Lewis, 84 years old, of Carver Creek, died last Thursday, March 15th, and was buried next day. He was a good man will be greatly missed.
Submitted by Linda Lewis
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri,
Samuel Lewis was born Jan.5, 1855, near Sabula, Mo. He grew up to manhood there; professed a hope in Christ at the age of 20 years. His life has been one of consistent living, always manifesting a spirit of cheerfulness and forgiveness to those around him.
He was married to Elizabeth Brady July 20, 1879. To this union was born 6 children. He died at his home near Redford, Mo., Dec. 11, 1926, at the age of 71 years, 11 months, and 6 days. He leaves to mourn their loss a loving companion, two daughters, one son, eight grandchildren, three sisters, four brothers, and a host of other friends and relatives.
(Copy received from Loren Ruble, a great-grandson of Samuel Lewis'.)
Submitted by Linda Lewis
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, April 12, 1900.
"Wm. Lewis, an old and highly respected citizen of the county, died at his home near Des Arc Sunday night after a long illness, aged about sixty-five years. The deceased had lived in this county nearly all his life, and was well known throughout the county. He leaves a widow and eight children to mourn his demise and revere his memory. "Uncle Billy" was an upright man and good citizen and the people of the community wherein he made his home will long cherish his memory, and recall his many virtures. The remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Des Arc Monday evening. Peace to his ashes!"
April 26, 1900...WILLIAM LEWIS...Died, near Des Arc, Mo., April 9, 1900, at 12:45 A.M. Uncle Billy Lewis, aged about 65 years, was born in Tennessee. Emigrated to this state with his parents when a small boy. Was married to Miss Abby Johnson in 1857. From this union ten children were born, seven boys and three girls, nine of whom survive him and all of whom were present around his bedside when he died. In the death of Uncle Billy Lewis, his wife has lost a kind and amiable husband his children an affectionate father, and the community in which he lived a noble and worthy citizen and neighbor. He had been an invalid for about fourteen or fifteen years before he died being the result of a fall from a horse. Although an invalid, he was cheerful and entertaining in his conversation, energetic in business, and a good manager. He never belonged to any church, but before he died he told the writer that he believed that he had made peace with his God and is now asleep in Jesus awaiting the resurrection morning to receive a crown of life. A Neighbor
Submitted by Linda Lewis
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, February 16, 1922
Des Arc items...Your correspondent was very sorry to hear of the death of Wm. "Skip" Lewis at his home at Piedmont, February 7th. He had many friends and acquaintances around Annapolis for he lived on Bear Branch many years. Eight or ten years ago he sold out to James Brown and went to Washington; from there to Colorado, Oklahoma and Arkansas, and landed in Piedmont about two years ago, where he has since been engaged in the dairy business. He was about sixty years of age and died quite suddenly from heart trouble. A widow, four sons and daughter mourn the loss of a kind husband and father.
Submitted by Linda Lewis
Iron County Register, Ironton, Iron County, MO, Thurs. March 1, 1900.
Last Monday the people of this community were pained to learn of the death of one well known to them--who had been reared in the Valley and was esteemed by all. The news was unexpected, for Mr. Lopez's illness had been but for a day or town, and this added to the shock sustained by those who, knowing him to be in the prime and vigor of life, had had no intimation of the Grim Reaper's presence. For him who has passed beyond mortal ken, neither prayer nor tears may avail; but to the sorrowing kindred and heart-broken mother every heart yearns in sympathy. The writer knew the deceased long and intimately, and knew him as one untiring and faithful in the performance of obligation and duty: a model son, a sincere friend and a good citizen. This may--it must--in time alleviate the anguish of her who now cries in despair, "There is no solace, no hope!" We take from the St. Louis Globe-Democrat of Tuesday the following particulars relative to the deceased:
"George Lopez, member of the House of Delegates from the Twenty-fifth ward, and a well-known attorney-at-law and business man of St. Louis, died at 11:45 o'clock yesterday morning, at the family residence, 3748 Westminster place. The end came very suddenly, Mr. Lopez having been ill but a few days. Death resulted from appendicitis, an operation performed Sunday failing to stop the ravages of the malady."
"Last Thursday Mr. Lopez showed the first symptoms of appendicitis. The following day he was feeling much improved, and he was congratulating himself upon the prospects for a speedy recovery. A relapse came Saturday, however, and the patient failed rapidly. On Sunday his condition was very critical, and his physicians concluded that his only chance for life lay in an operation. This was performed, but it failed, Mr. Lopez continuing to grow weaker, until death relieved his suffering."
"George Lopez was 37 years old. He was born in St. Louis, and resided here all his life, with the exception of a few years he lived at Ironton, Mo. He removed to the latter place, with his family, but returned to St. Louis about nine years ago. The deceased attended the public schools of this city and also Washington University. Soon after returning to St. Louis, Mr. Lopez decided to take up the study of law. He entered the St. Louis Law School and graduated from that institution in 1896. In the same year he was admitted to the bar. Last April Mr. Lopez secured the Republican nomination for the House of Delegates for the Twenty-fifth ward, and was elected by a large majority."
"A mother and two brothers, Jacob and Adolph, survive Mr. Lopez. The family is well to do. Mrs. Lopez and her three sons having been the sole owners of a tannery in St. Louis and three stores of general merchandise located at Ironton, Farmington and Piedmont."
"The deceased was popular in both political and social circles. He was an ardent Republican and always worked hard for the success of the party. He was a member of the Merchant's League Club and was also identified with several other political organizations. Mr. Lopez belonged to the Union Club, Knights of Pythias and Masons."
"The funeral of Mr. Lopez will take place at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon from the family residence."
At the funeral yesterday the services were largely attended. Mayor Henry Ziegenhein and a number of city officials were in attendance, and Mr. Lopez's colleagues in the Municipal Assembly were well represented. Many beautiful floral pieces were received, and their fragrance filled the entire house. Rev. Dr. John W. Day, pastor of the Church of the Messiah, conducted the services, which were exceedingly simple in character. After reading passages from the Unitarian ritual he delivered a short address, in which he spoke of the influence upon the world of an upright life in public affairs. When he had concluded the relatives and friends took a last look at the features of the departed, then the casket was closed and the pall-bearers were summoned. These were Lafe Sturdevant, Judge Frederick Cline, J. T. Sanders, James P. Birge, Frederick Kreisman, Harry Prufrock, Frank Ake of Ironton, Mo., and Edward E. Murrell, Speaker of the House of Delegates. The interment was in the! Lopez lot in Bellefontaine Cemetery.
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, March 12, 1885, Page 5.
Mrs. MARGARET M. LOW, the subject of this sketch, departed this life at her home in the town of Belleview, Mo., Monday evening at 3 o’clock, March 3d, 1885.
Sister Low was born in Randolph county, ILL., November 5th, 1828. She was married to her husband, Mr. J. E. Low, January 15th, 1857. Soon after, she, with her husband, professed religion, and both united with the Presbyterian Church in the city of St. Joseph, Mo. Sister Low was the mother of six children, two of whom are still living. She had been living in this Belleview valley over sixteen years, during which time, she, by her sweetness of spirit and her charity, had won all hearts to herself.
Sister Low was one of those unassuming Christians who did their part well, not caring for the applause of the world. She was contented with a consciousness of the Savior’s approval--she let not one hand know what the other did.
She was a devoted wife, and a help-mate indeed. As a mother she was true and faithful, almost to a fault. Her children were all the world to her. For them she taxed all her powers, and the precious urn of love’s treasures was emptied upon them. The death of her two oldest sons, gave her a shock from which she never entirely recovered.
Personally, Sister Low was all that go to make up a valuable member of society. Her religion was rather practical than professional. She visited the sick, gave to the needy, comforted the distressed, lived humble and prayerful, and took great delight in waiting upon the ministry of the word. Her Christian character and bearing was such that she hardly had an enemy in the world. Raised by Christian parents, dedicated to God in childhood, she at an early period of life honored the parental work by accepting their Lord and Savior and dedicating herself to the service of the Master.
Since 1852 she has been identified with the Presbyterian Church, and has with her companion been true to the laws of the church of her choice. As might be expected, one who has lived right must die right. Two weeks before her death she was taken with a violent attack of pneumonia. All that medical aid and loving nurses could do was done, yet without relieving her. A few days before her death, she told her children that she was going to die, and expressed a desire to go.
During her last hours her mind was upon Heaven and loved ones gone before. Death was no terror to her, its strife was gone. With a steadfast faith, never wavering, she longed to be at rest with her Savior. The end drew near; her pure sanctified spirit longed for heavenly climes. Her Savior is with her to the end. Her last consciousness was unclouded.
All day Monday she lay as if in sleep till three o-clock, and while her children and husband stood weeping around her bed, and many of her neighbors were with her, her spirit left the body of sufferings and ascended to God. She went on a bright, sunshiny evening--bright as her prospects for heaven. Let the gentleness of her nature and the purity of her heart be cherished by those who survive her. To her husband and children we say, find solace and comfort in the fact that she is far better off, with Christ in glory, than here.
“Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.” We laid her remains in the Presbyterian cemetery at Caledonia, to await the resurrection of the just.
B.E.H. WARREN.
Iron County Register, Ironton, Missouri, March 9, 1882, Page 5.
Died--Near Harviell, Mo., on Saturday, Feb. 18, 1882, WM. Y. LOWE, aged 21 years and two days.
The circumstances attending the death of the above were peculiarly sad. He had been working as a section hand on the railroad between Harviell and Poplar Bluff. When high water made the track insecure, men were detailed to watch the dangerous places and he had taken his regular turn Thursday night. He worked all next day as usual and Friday evening volunteered to go out again on guard duty. For fear that sleep might overcome the overtaxed men, two were stationed at each post. One Chas. Johnson was placed with Lowe, and they walked about and were alright until after the sole remaining train (No. 2) was due--10:30 o'clock. Then they sat down on the ties--all else was covered with water--to talk away the--as they supposed--few unexpired minutes of their watch. But No. 2 was six hours behind them, and long before it came both men had given away to tired nature and were fast asleep. It is supposed--for just how it occurred is not known--that Lowe fell backward across the track, while Johnson fell outward and so escaped. Lowe's head was severed from his body, and the latter was carried some ninety feet before released from the murderous wheels of the locomotive. The remains were taken to Harviell, and J. E. Lowe, Esq., father of the deceased, telegraphed for. He went down and took charge of the body, which was interred at Belleview on Sunday.
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