Akers, Anna Martin ~ I will try to write a memorial of my mother .Anna Martin Akers. It is the deepest heartbreak felt by a son or daughter during this life, time as many know already. '' God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.1' Psalms 46:1 My Mother, Anna Akers, was born Jan. 31,1895, and passed from this 1ife,Dec.2,1972, at Our Lady Of The Way Hospital, Martin, Ky. She was the daughter of the late Alamander and Evelyn Hall Martin. She was married to Hiram Akers who preceded her in death June 11,1928. Unto this union were born three children, one of whom preceded her in death, Clive Akers.Feb.22,1966. Mother, was baptized June 20,1931, by Elder Hiram Hall and Elder M.C.Wright and placed her membership in Old Heaver Baptist Church. She attended church faithfully when her health permitted and lived a Christian life. She is survived by one son, Eugene Akers, and one daughter, Ruby Akers,5 grandchildren, 9 great-grand-children, 1 brother, Dewey Martin, a host of friends. and relatives who feel that she is our loss but Heaven's gain. I have written this for Mother with a broken Heart although it's difficult to bear, The loss of one so dear, The loving memories we hold of her Keeps Mother ever near. Written by her broken-hearted daughter, Ruby Akers

Akers, Jeff L. ~ My request of the family I will try to write an obituary of Jeff L. Akers. He was born at Dana, Ky. March 4,1910 and died March 4,1973. He was the son of Floyd and Christine Jarrell Akers. He was married to Synthia Kidd, July 30,1931. Unto this union were born 6 children: Hazel Cole, Ronald Akers, Lila Thompson and Walter Akers all of Wellington, Ohio, Emelou Clark, Betsy Lane, Ky. , Christine Kidd of Harold, Ky. , 18 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He also leaves 4 sisters: Minnie Moles, Beaver, Ohio, Ada Akers, Dana, Ky . , Anna Blevins, New London, Ohio and Mae Adams, Springport, Mich. Jeff didn't belong to any church but he always loved the Regular Baptist. When he realized he had to die he told his children the Lord had sent for him and called for a preacher, I, myself, called Bro. Charles Keesee and he went the same night to talk to him. Bro. Bob Hunter and others went also. He talked to his little brother who died in August, 1923 and would point his hands up and say, ''Oh, 1 see my Mother who died April 22,1946.'' I stayed with Jeff all I could while he was sick, and prayed so hard that the Lord would let him live to tell me his sins had been forgiven. On Saturday before he died 1 went to see him and as soon as I walked in he turned his head and reached out his hand and said, ''Anna, I am al 1 right! I am al 1 right!'' Then he tried to sing two songs, One was ''Lord I Ami Coming Home'' No one knew what the other song was. He was so humble. I was standing by his bedside with his oldest daughter and he just went to sleep. Children, remember that Daddy loved you all so much, and you that haven't made peace with God, please do so before it is too late. Synthia, I know you miss him, but just remember he said he was all right. So let us all try to meet him in a better world. Bro. Bob Hunter and others went to see him many times and Jeff would try so hard to talk to them. Bro. Bob said he would reach his hand to him. Once he put his hand on Brother Bob's hand and pointed up and would try to clap his hands. Children, if Daddy could call one word back to his family it would be, "You have only one life to live, It will soon be past, Only what's done for God will last.'"  Memories and treasures that no one can steal, Death is a heart ache that no one can heal; Tears may dry and fade away, But in our hearts you will always stay. Written by his sister in hopes of meeting my brother in a better world.

Amburgey, William ~ It is with a sad heart I will try to write the obituary of my loving Father, William Amburgey, the son. of the late John and Nancy Jane Amburgey. He was born Aug. 14,1889,departed this life Oct.29,1972, making his stay on earth 83 years,2 months and 15 days. He was married to Flossie Click Amburgey, Nov.27, 1910. To this union were born 10 children. Mom and 2 of the children have preceded him in death. Also all of his family. Papa was the last one of his family. Just about 3 months ago I wrote the obituary of Mother, and that makes it hard to write one of Papa so quick. Papa joined the Old Regular Baptist Church in 1938. He lived a faithful member and always attended church every time he could go. I believe Papa wanted to die, for he was so lonesome after Mama died. He always looked so sad and lonesome. His eyes was so full of tears so much of the time. He said the happiest day of his life would be the day he was laid beside Mama. I feel to know they are both rejoicing together in Heaven, where they won't have to worry about being separated again. They both prayed for the day they could hear their children all tell them they had made peace with God. But they didn't' t live long enough to hear them all tell them what they wanted to hear. I believe every one of the children that haven't made peace with God already are on their way now trying to get ready to meet Mama and Papa. I believe God took our Mama and Papa from us to bring their children down. For they had talked to us, begged and prayed for us enough to make Christians out of us, if that could have done any good, but their prayers were tromped down. Now we all see where we made a mistake by not listening to them while they were here. I want to beg all you child*-«-n that have not made peace with God, for God's sake keep on praying till you make peace. God will hear your prayers, /just as he does everyone else. Papa leaves 8 children; his brothers and sisters in the church and many friends to mourn their loss. We feel our loss is Heaven' s gain. Sleep  on Papa till the judgment day, when God will wake you from the sleeping clay, The grave will  open where you now lay, We'll join you again on that great day. The days get lonesome since you are gone, But we know God took you home, There'll be no sorrow or pain to bear, Sleep on,Papawe'11 meet you there. Written by his daughter and sister in the Lord, Melba Givens

Bevins, George ~ We will try to write an obituary of our dear lather, George Bevins, He was the son of Dave and  Mary Bevins. He was born in Carter Co. Ky. on April 11, 1972, and deceased Dec. 27 ,1972 , m akin g his stay on earth 100 years,8 months and 20 days. He was married to Lona Collins Bevins and to this union were born 13 children: Orville, New Hamilton, Ohio, Andrew, Honaker, Ky., Lee, Harold, Ky., Millie Gillispie, Grethel, Ky., Genette Hal1 , Grethel , Ky .Tava Deal, Grethel, Ky. , Frankie Tackett, of Grethel, Ky. , 41 grandchildren, 78 great-grandchildren. He also leaves 2 brothers and 1 sister who live in Michigan. live days before he died he had a long talk with his son-in-law, Paris Deal. He said he wanted his children to do their best to get along and be good in to one another. He said he didn't' know a person had anything against him so much for the things they did in this world He said he was ready to die and he didn't have anything standing in his way. We thankful for this. The children that were with him said he died so easy; as if he just fell asleep  All the children want to see him again they will It need to fall out with sin and fall in with the free mercies of God.  Written by the family

Boyd, Noah ~ With much sadness, I will try to write the obituary of Noah Boyd. He was the son of Monroe and Mary Ann Smiley Boyd, who preceded him in death., Bro. Noah was born J an. 27, 1878, departed this life Dec. 27, 197 2, making his stay on earth 94 years and 11 months. Around 1900, he was united in holy matrimony to Sirrilda Smith Boyd, who preceded him in death. Unto this union were born seven children. Only two of them remain here with us. They are: Mrs. Mary Akers, and Audra Boyd, both of Dana, Ky. The five that preceded him in death are: Jona Conn, Myrtle Click, Thelma Boyd, Arnold and De1za Boyd. He has 14 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild. He leaves a host of friends and neighbors to mourn his departure. Brother Noah has been blessed to live a good, long life here on earth. He joined the Regular Baptist Church, the first Saturday in July, 1919, and was baptized by Elder Tom Hopkins. He lived a faithful and devoted Christian life as long as he was able. When he became disabled, he made his home with his daughter, Mary and Charlie Akers, who treated him with the best of care and stood by him until death. We feel that God will reward you, (Mary, Charlie and Aud ) for the kindness and comfort that you gave him. Words cannot express all the good things that could be said. We feel that his life would be a good example for anyone to follow. We feel that our loss is Heaven's gain. I want to say now, to one and all, to be prepared to meet Bro. Noah in a better world. With all the family of God, We shall never have to be separated May God bless all the family.
Written by his granddaughter Brenda Justice and Liney Boyd

Bradley, Sam ~ In memory of my dear husband and loving Dad, who was born Oct. 9, 1898 , and passed away April 25,1973,a son of the late Henry and Edie Wireman Bradley. He is survived by his widow, Gracie Arnett Bradley and the following children: Joe, North Manchester Ind. ,Glessner, Servia, Ind., Sam Henry, of Liberty Mills, Ind. , Geraldine Salyers, Wabash, Ind., and Nadine Hicks, Servia, Ind. He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Taylor, Kelly, Maggie Handshoe, Julia Moore, and Stella Hale, also 26 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and a host of friends and relatives to mourn. Bro. Sam was a member of the Little Martha Regular Baptist Church. He was a Deacon of this Church for over 15 years, and filled his seat until he moved from Ky. to Indiana. His seat will he empty here but we feel that he has entered into Heavenly Rest in his home above. In the stillness of the midnight my tears will overflow, just to think how he left us a few months ago. We think of him so often, no one can see us weep, But many silent tears are shed while others are asleep. The children all feel just as I. I see sadness in their faces. It is so hard for them to come home now. There is such a vacant place. Let us live the life God wants us to; let's meet and sing and pray; that when our lives are ended here, we'll meet again some day. Oh how sad it is without him around; he will be missed by his wife,chi1dren, and friends. Written by his broken hearted Nadine Hicks, Servia, Indiana

Brewer, Lee ~ It is with a sad and lonely feeling that I write this obituary of my dear Daddy, Lee Brewer, who passed away Sept.9,1971. He was the son of Dora and Ben Brewer, He was born Oct.8,1892,being 78 years old when he passed away. Daddy was blessed not to suffer. Death came to him quietly one night in his sleep. He was married to Delia May Brewer May 26,1921 and to this union were born 9 children; 6 girls and 3 boys. He was blessed to see all his children grown and married with families of their own. Daddy never joined the church, but his faith and belief was the Old Regular Baptist. For 30 years he and Mama went to church together, every Sunday they were able to go. Although Daddy's name wasn't written in any book here, I have a deep and sincere feeling that his name is written in the greatest book of all. His faith was strong and his trust was in God. I remember a time when Daddy was suffering from a toothache. He went down to a creek and bathed his face seven times in the water. His pain was gone and his faith was stronger. I can say for all of us children, we never saw Daddy drink or heard him swear. He was a Daddy we were all proud of. He was loved by al 1 who knew him. He loved helping people and was always willing to help when called upon. His house was always open and everyone was welcomed into his home. He enjoyed feeding good people. Many evenings I've seen him with his song book and heard him singing Old Regular Baptist songs he loved so much. His work was done with a smile, and I can still hear him whistling and singing as he went about his work. Our home has suffered a great loss, we miss him so. Mama, I know you're lonely without him. You're like the little Dove that's lost its mate. All the comfort we can give you cannot replace your loss. I believe Daddy is resting and just, waiting for y u to join him. We know Daddy trusted and believed in God. There are so many good things we could say about Daddy, but God knows them all. Written by a daughter, Ida M. Bolt

Caudill, Nancy Jane ~ By the help of God I will try to write an obituary .of a dear old Sister, Nancy Jane Caudill. She was born May 25, 1885, and passed away Dec. 15, 1970. She leaves to mourn their loss 5 chi1dren: Hil1ard Caudi1l , Vealie Louise Caudill, Mary Sinkens, Martha Bruster, Nora Tackett.. Also 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grand chi1dren. She was married to William Albert Caudill who preceded her in death. Sister Jane was well loved by many people. She spent many years in the Old Baptist Family. She was one of the old members and was in the arm that organized the Little Nancy Church. We will never forget her beautiful shouts and praises. She was faithful to attend as long as she was able to go. She was poor in worldly goods but rich in faith. I believe her soul's at rest around the great throne of God. If her children want to see her again they will fall out with sin and go to the same God Mommy did.  Written by her Sister-in - the-Lord Juanita Compton

Coffee, Wiley ~  the son of the late Harvy and Sara Willis Coffee. He was born July 21,1905,in Morgan, Co., Ky. and departed this life July 28,1973,making his stay on earth 68 years and 7 days. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, Edna Shanks Coffee, 2 sons: Leonard, of F1atwoods, Ky. , and Claude of Upper Sandusky, Ohio, and 3 daughters: Mrs. Wanda Narrod, Farmersville, Ohio, Mrs. Mildred Shanks, Vandalia, Ohio and Mrs. Emma Schaffer, Flat woods, Ky.,15 grandchildren, & 9 great-grandchildren. One son preceded him in death; lost his life on the battlefield in Korea in 1951. Bro. Wiley was a member of the Old Regular Baptist Church and had his membership at the Long Fork Church, Pike County. He was a Minister of that faith and was faithful to his calling to the Ministry. We feel that his soul is at rest in the Paradise of God. He gave his children good counsel and may I say lo his children, don't forget the advice Daddy gave,  Edna Coffee
Here is the last letter of advice to his children whom he loved:
Dear Children: I want to write you a few lines as I don't feel like I will be here with you long. I want you to pay close to what I say for I have been over the road and I know that God will help you if you will let. him. Except you repent this side of death you cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. So f you don't take Daddy's advice you can't go where Daddy is going for I have started to make Heaven my home. And if you ever except to meet Daddy again you will live to repent. I want you children to be good to lint' another but first of all love Jesus, who can save your soul from Hell. children concerning my funeral I want the Old Time Baptist to preach my funeral and if you can't get, don't have any funeral  I want Elias Cotton, Monroe Jones and Perry Jones to preach and lei them make the arrangements to suit themselves. I want to be taken to the Little Mary Church for the funeral. I want you children to look after Mother and take good care of her when I am gone. Muddy - and meet me in Heaven for I can't come back Io you but you can come to me.

Cole, Elbert ~ I will try to write a short sketch of the life of a dear Brother to wit: Elbert Cole. He died in 1970. He was 82 years old. He was the son of Albert and Adiline Jones Cole. He was first married to Martha Jones, and to this union were born 4 children, 2 boys and 2 girls: Andy, Hamilton, Ohio; Londy, Melvin,  Ky.,  Delpha Viers, and Lona Cole, both of Prestonsburg, Ky. Later he was married to Jane Caudill Cole and to this union were born 12 children: 1 died in infancy an cy, 1eaving 9 living, 5 girls and 4 boys: Leonard and Estill, Melvin, Ky.;Russel1, Bucyrus, Ohio; William McKinley, Garrison, Ky.;Ada Thornsberry, Melvin, Ky. Vada Tackett, Garrison , Ky. Arizonia Tackett, Prestonsburg, Ky. Naomi Braden, Monroe, Mich. Justeen Bentley, Garrison, Ky. Also, 49 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren. Bro. Elbert Joined the Old Regular Baptist Church in 1945. He filled his seat as long as he was able to go. I traveled with him for 23 years to the church. He was a good singer; that was his gift to the church. I will say to the children, if they ever want to see him after life is over, they must fall out with sin, and be born again, So may God bless Jane and the others to do so. I believe our loss is Heaven's gain. I could write so many good things about his life after he joined the church, but his life proved itself to the people who knew him. So I will close by saying sleep on, Brother Elbert, until Jesus comes and then all the children of God can go home, never to part any more.
Written by, Rev. Alvin Caudill

Coleman, Miles ~ It is with a sad and aching heart that I will try by the help of God, to write an obituary of my beloved husband, Miles Coleman. He was a good, kind and loving husband and father. One son, Kermit preceded him in death. He was born Feb.5,1920 and departed this 1i fe May 25,1961. Miles leaves to mourn his passing his .loyal and devoted wife, Ella Goff Coleman, who shared with him life's joys and sorrows for 56 years; one son, Kenneth, two daughters, Mrs. Lenda C. Anderson and Mrs. Flora C. Robinson, 15 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. He was blessed with a long and useful life. For several years his face was a familiar sight to the people in the Pikeville area who depended upon him to deliver their dry cleaning to them from the Sanitary Dry Cleaning Company where he was employed for this period of time. After he retired from this line of employment he continued to serve the people in his grocery store. His many interests and his vast storehouse of knowledge endeared him to a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. lie was a member of the Pikeville Regular Baptist Church and he loved to refresh his soul by worshiping God in his house. Now, a seat in this church has been made vacant for God has called his child to his reward. People loved him and admired him And will miss his friendly smile, But our faith knows we have lost him Only for a little while. Written by his broken-hearted wife, Ella Coleman, Pikeville, Ky.

Coleman, Riley David ~ He was born June 4,1892 at Raccoon, Ky. and died March 16,1971. He was the son of Matthew and Susan Parsons Coleman. During the year of 1911 he met Ellen Hop son of Yeager, Ky., and was married to her in June of the same year. Unto this union were born 6 children; 3 yet living and 3 gone on to be with our Lord, while still infants. The children living are: George, Yeager, Ky., Thomas A. South Williamson, Ky. and Edward, of Pikeville, Ky. .Deceased children .are: Nancy H. Coleman, Maxine M. Coleman, and John E. Coleman, all died infants. Ellen preceded him in death and went to meet her dad after living a devoted Christian more than 50 years. She was a member of the Philadelphia Church the Old Regular Baptist. Riley had also been a member of the Old Regular Baptist for years. We wish to state that the wonderful things that have been said by their friends, and the faith in which they walked, we truly believe their death was   glorious gain for them. Truly it was a great loss In their children, However,, thanks be unto God, reunion day will soon come and we can be happy in Mini city John saw coming down from God out of Heaven To their many friends that were so kind to them, thanks. That reunion we shall have will be pay-day lot all we can do to glorify God. May God bless until we all meet over there. Written by their son, George W. Coleman

Combs, Brother Walter ~  was born Dec. 30, 1917 in Salyersville, Ky. He came to Floyd County when just a boy. He met and married Girvie Smith. To this union were born. 3 children, two girls and one boy: Delcenia Kuhn, Juanita Back, and Tommy. 11 grandchildren are living and one grandson preceded him in death in 1972. He was called and served in World War II. He entered in Oct, 1943,and with an honorable discharge was discharged in Dec.1945. He professed a hope in Christ about 1952 and was baptized by Elder Dan Jacobs. He died in full fellowship with his church Aug.26, 1973. Bro. Walter was a hard working man and he loved his family and worked hard for them. He also leaves to mourn their loss his wife. Girvie Combs, two daughters: Delcenia Kuhn. Juanita Back,-one Son, Tommy Combs, two brothers: Arby and Billie; one half brother; Dewey Combs, two sisters: Oppsie and Elsie, two half sisters: Maxine Learns and Arkie Hoover. A host of friends and relatives hope our loss is Heaven's Gain. Written by his family and Elder Ernest Ward

Compton, Mary Ann ~ It is with a sad heart that I will try to write a short sketch of my mother to with, Mary Ann Compton. She was the daughter of Mary Jane Robinson Compton. Born Sept.9,1881, passed from this life Aug.25,1973 snaking her stay on earth 91 years, 11 months, and 16 days. She was married to Melvin Isaac Compton April l,1902tand unto this union was born one son, Dewey, Pikeville, Ky., one daughter, Nellie Justice, Catlettsburg, Ky. Mother and first daughter, Louise Brewer lives at Chloe Creek, Ky. She Joined the Old Regular Baptist Church Sept., 1952 and was faithful to fill her seat as long as she was able to go. She had 15 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchi1dren and a host of great-great-grandchildren and she was loved by all who knew her. And we feel today that she is resting without any pain or sorrow. I want to say to all her children and grandchildren, friends and relatives that if they ever want to see Mother again they will have to live the right life to meet her in Heaven. She lay sick about three years in the Mountain Manor Nursing Home and was their star patient. We hated to give her up but we realize she is better off. She is at rest and by the help of God I will see her again. Written by her great-granddaughter, Mary Lynn Justice and worded by her daughter, Nellie Justice

Conley, Flora ~ On March 9,1911 the sun of life shone in the home of B. T. and Mandy Collins Thomas, and a baby girl, Flora Thomas was born. The day of her birth may have been cloudy but the sunshine of a mothers love and gladness because of a birth abounded in that home and like all true mothers, Mandy Thomas looked forward in hope for her little girl. She was not disappointed. Flora proved to be a flower of virtue in the garden of life. On Dec.11,1928, Flora was married to Mitchell Conley. Unto this union were born 11 children; 3 died as infants,1eaving 6 girls and 2 boys: Edith, Ocie, Annis, Barbara, Colene, Shirley, Allen and Hi1lard. During the year 1947,Mom professed a hope in Christ and was baptized into the fellowship of the Old Regular Baptist Church. She remained a true and faithful Christian to the last breath of life, exhibiting in her life the Godly virtues of a Christian lady. Mom was sick for one and one-half years with lung cancer. On Dec.15,1972,God called her home to a beautiful and blessed forever. All her friends and loved ones miss her so much but we know She's happier with God and has no more sickness. We all plan to meet her someday. Our family circle was broken when God called Mom away, but we know God needed her on this special day. Why it all happened we can't understand, yet God in his infinite love had to fulfill his plan. We love her and her memories still go on.  Sadly missed. Written by her daughters, Annis, Barbara and Shirley

Boyd, Nannie Conn ~ With sad and aching hearts we will try to write an obituary of our dear, loving companion and mother, Nannie Conn Boyd. She was born Nov. 6,1892,and deceased this life March 9,1973. She was the daughter of William and June Boyd Conn. She leaves her companion, Ernest Boyd, and 2 daughters: Mousie Dingus Conn, of Ivel, Ky. , and Ruth Ratliff, Betsy Lane, Ky. 4 grandchildren: Jerry Vann Ratliff, Lexington, Ky. ,CIista Sue Ratliff,  Betsy Lane, Ky., Ernest Dingus, Riverview, Mich., Faye Maynard, Melvindale, Mich., 8 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers: Hie Conn, Dana, Ky., and  Cid Conn, Martin, Ky. , al so 5 .half brothers: Noah, Beverly, Martin, Vertie, and John B. Conn. Mother joined the Old Regular Baptist Church at mi early age of 18 years and took her membership at The  New Salem Church, Hardin, Ky., where she lived a good Christian life until death. The greatest joy for her was to feed her church Brothers and Sisters in her home on Church day. She cooked and fed them as long as she was able to do so. Now the log home at Stanville, Ky., stands a mute Hit d solitary place. We feel she is not dead, but only sleeping until that great day when our Lord will say, ''Fly wide ye everlasting gates, Let my child come in.'' We feel that by the life she lived will be in that number.
There will be a Memorial Meeting of her at the Little Salem Church on Prater Creek, Dana, Ky.,1974 at the regular church time there.
Written by her loving companion and two daughters

Conley, Riley ~ With much sadness I will try to write an obituary of my dear Father, Riley Conley. He was born Feb.12,1886,and departed this life Feb. 11, 1972. He was married to Fannie Bai1y Conley May 3, 1912, and to this union were born 12 children,10 boys and 2 girls. 6 preceded him in death and there are 1 daughter and 5 sons living; Alice Ousley, Warsaw, Ind., Hobie, Claypool , Ind.. George and Green, Shiloh, Ohio, Arvil, Greenridge, Ohio,Johnny,Oi1 Springs, Ill. was a member of the Old Regular Baptist Church for 22 years. He was baptized by Elder Mark Burke and Elder Malcolm Ousley. He had his membership lit the Long Fork Church, Pikeville, Ky. His illness kept him from filling his seat in the church, but his seat was filled in Heaven where all joy and where no sinner can enter. He was good to all that knew him. No words could ever say how much we miss him. In Dad's life when I went home he always met me at the gate and was so glad to see me, but my visits at home now are sad and lonely since Dad is gone. I want to say to the other children, if they want to see Dad again, they will have to fall out with sin and repent and live a life for Jesus Christ, our Saviour. Oh Lord, you know my home is sad and blue Since dear Dad came to live with you. But it's wonderful to know He's in Heaven above I'll meet him someday where all is love. Dad is gone no more we shall see But memories in my heart there will always be His labors are over and by and by He rests with Sweet Jesus in a home on High. Written by his broken-hearted daughter, Alice Ousley

Cornett, Maggie Combs ~ was the daughter of Silas and Sylva Isom Combs. She was born Oct. 10, 1898 and departed this life June 9, 1973 being 74 years, 7 months and 29 days old at the time of death. She was married tot he late Neil Cornett, Nov. 7, 1915 and to this union were born 11 children. One preceded Her in death. She leaves to mourn their passing three sons: Bruce, Noah and Robin D.,; 7 daughters : Dorothy Everage, Orka Everage, Glenna Short, Janice Heminger, Phyllis Yvonne Cornett; 2 sisters, 25 grandchildren and a large host of kindred and friends. Maggie joined the Old Regular Baptist Church in 1948,and lived a devoted life. She was stricken with a stroke in Nov.,1952 which left her feeble in body and she was never able to attend church like she wanted to but many of her brothers and sisters in the church came and held services for her which she always rejoiced in. Maggie was a very humble person to wait upon during her sickness and her home is very lonesome with her passing. Written by her daughter, Yvonne Cornett

Dye, Allafair ~ By the request of Bill Dye and Emmy Moore, her two children I will by the help of the good Lord try to write an obituary of Allafair Dye. She was the daughter of Richard and Emma Gayheart. Allie was born Sept.20,1887 and passed away Nov. 18, 1969. She was married to Lawrence Dye, and to this union were born 11 children. Three children and Lawrence preceded her in death. Eight children are left to mourn her death Also many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and one brother, Barth Gayheart, and many friends and relatives. She joined the Pilgrim Rest, Church of Old Regular Baptist of Jesus. Christ, on Left Beaver and lived a faithful life until God called her away, She lived alone after her husband died until one of her granddaughters came to stay with her. She stayed until Granny had to go to the hospital and stay. It wasn't very long after she was in the hospital, she passed away. So I want to warn all of her children who are going on in sin to repent and be born again if you want to see Mother again. For Jesus said, ''Except you believe I am the Son of God you will die in your sins and where I am you can not come.'' So, children, you all know that your Mommy confessed a hope in Christ so many years before she left, so my prayers are that all her children that are in sin will repent before it is too late. For the Lord said Cleanse your hands you sinners and purify your hearts you double minded, be afflicted and weep and mourn and I will hear you and give your souls rest.'' Children, I know we miss Granny more than I can write but if you miss Heaven you will miss all the  joy and love and then you will be in great trouble which no man can tell or help you. Read in the Bible about the rich man and Lazarus. I could say a lot of good things about your Mother but, she has preached her own funeral by the life she lived. Written by her daughter-in-law, Nancy Ann Dye

Fields, Cleveland ~ It is with sadness and many precious memories that I will try to write this obituary of a Preacher's Brother in Christ and loyal friend, Brother Cleveland Fields. He was born Aug. 2.3,1903 and deceased Oct.21,1972, making his stay here on earth 69 years. He leaves to mourn his passing: one brother, Mon t. Fields and one half brother, Bruce Phillips; two half sisters, Flora Fields and Laverna Phillips, several nieces and nephews and many friends and brothers and sisters in the Lord, who will .miss him very much. Brother Cleveland joined the Old Regular Baptist Church of Jesus Christ on the 3rd Saturday in July, 1923 and was a faithful member until his death. Brother Cleveland had a spiritual gift to sing. All people who heard him sing will never forget his sweet voice and power of God in his singing. When he would sing in the spirit, it would make us feel so near Heaven. For those who gave up their loved ones, Brother Cleveland would stay all night and sing. So I say Brother Cleveland sing on the spirit of Heaven and we will soon join with you and sing again in a redemption by the blood of the Lamb. It seems that we can still hear him sing, so Loved Ones his Brothers and Sisters, Neighbors and Friends, don't weep for Bro. Cleveland, but weep for yourselves, he will not need our help anymore and he will not be heard anymore, but when we see him again we will see a perfect heavenly band filled with the glory of God. I thank God he gave you people on Island Creek and all of us a man like Brother Cleveland Fields. Written by Elder Grover Adkins

Fraley, Pearl ~ The son of J.D. Fraley and Ida Crider Fraley was born May 26,1903 and departed this life Oct.24,1972,making his stay on earth 69 years, 4 months and 28 days. He was united in marriage to Arizona Nunnery, a loyal and devoted wife. To this union were born 5 children: Bill, Emma, Ky., Bob, Tram, Ky., Jack, Ypsilanti , Mich., Thelma De Rossett, Emma, Ky., Ida Faye Fraley, Tram, Ky. Also two sisters: Mae Bottles and  Norma Fraley. He joined the Spurlock Old Regular Baptist Church and was baptized May 8,1971,and enjoyed going to church and being with everyone. He worked hard all his life, beginning at an early age. We believe Dad is now at rest. Although we miss him so much, we are happy to know nothing can hurt him anymore. He is sadly missed by his wife and children. Written by the family

Frazier, Sister Mary Ellen ~ was born in Wayne County, West Virginia and moved to Letcher County, Ky. with her parents, A. J. and Tennessee Napier in 1908. She still has a host of relatives living in West Virginia. Sister Frazier was married to Silas Frazier in 1921 at Blackey , Ky. by Finley Summer. Unto this union were born six children but four died in infancy. The two survivors are: Andrew who is married to the late Ivory Day's daughter, May Day Frazier, and Virgil who is married to Barbara Sprow. Both sons live at Henderson ) Ohio. Andrew has one daughter, Janice. Virgil has three daughters: Sandy, Lou Ann and Shawn. Both Andrew and Virgil have nice homes. Andrew teaches and Virgil is a carpenter. Bro. and Sister Frazier raised a daughter from infancy. She was loved as their own although they could not claim her altogether. Her name was Billie Joyce Frazier. She was married to, James Arnold Schoonover and they had one daughter, Mary Ann Schoonover. Sister Frazier who stayed with Billie Joyce during all her painful illness and seemed to suffer the pains with Billie Joyce, never got to see this granddaughter after Billie Joyce's death, for some reason, although she died still with hopes she would see her! The mother and daughter were very close and in the few months before Billie Joyce's illness they worked together in a nursing home for el de-rly people. Sister Frazier continued her work after Billie Joyce's death. Often when someone died and showed fear of death, Sister Frazier said she pointed them to God as their help in their need.  Bro. Frazier kept Sister Frazier at home when she herself became in need .of- nursing care. He lovingly took care of her needs so she could spend her last years in the place she loved. When she had to be taken to the hospital after breaking her hip, he stayed with her as much as possible. The last day he was with her she said,' Papa and Mamma have been to see me. ' 'Bro. Frazier asked her what they looked like. She said, ' ' They looked as they always did.' She also said to him,'' I am going home and I won't be back!'' Bro. Frazier said, ''Have they hurt your feelings here?'' She answered,' No. I want to stay here as long as I have to stay.'' Bro. Frazier thought this strange. She passed on soon after this. The Pilgrim Home Church at Milan,Ind. has enjoyed the fellowship of Bro. and Sister Frazier for all these years. Bro. Frazier .went into Big Creek Church in Letcher, Co., Ky. in 1930 and Sister Frazier came in shortly after. May 5,1951 they brought their letters to the Pilgrim Home Church in Milan. Sister Frazier loved her fellowship with us in this humble Church and said it was the one place she felt at home and felt we had better meetings. And I can say that she was a quiet and lovely Sister in the faith. And it was her great longing that her children find the way that she had found. One time we were visiting the Little Memory Church, the door opened and in stepped Andrew and May. We had never seen her shout before. But she was so happy! She clapped her hands and rejoiced. Meet me in Heaven, Andrew and Virgil, and we can rejoice again. I know of no enemies that Sister Frazier had. People that knew her loved her. And she seemed to radiate her love for her friends and church. Sister Frazier's body rests in the Pilgrim's Home Church's Cemetery in Ripley County, Ind. just north of Milan on road 101. We see her lonesome grave every time we go to our church house. Her meek and quiet spirit is the beautiful thought each of us must cherish as we look upon her grave. She never gave any of us a reason to see her differently. And now we miss you, dear Sister. We will look forward to seeing you again in that beautiful land we are in the race to win. The land of the soul! You have now won, we do trust, but we are yet to attain. Lord help us all to meet in Heaven! If we miss Heaven, it had been better that we had never been born. We trust her boys will forsake this world and Ret in the race for Heaven. It will be worth all the sacrifice when that great day comes that we must face that great judge.  By Elder Silas Frazier and Sister in the Common Faith, Sister Lettie Allen.

Gibson, Bernice ~ Mother was born February 25,1911. She entered into rest on September 10,1973. Mother was the daughter of Ben and Mary Alice Plummer Ward. Both preceded her in death. In 1928,she met and married" Hasadore Gibson and to this union were born three daughters: Opal Gibson of Wayland, Ky. , Barbara Gray of Richmond, Virginia and Sylvia Woodward, Northfield, Ohio. Besides Dad and us girls, Mother leaves four grandchildren, brothers, sisters and other relatives and neighbors to mourn her leaving. Although we will miss her so very much, we know Dad will miss her so much more. Mother never joined the church but we believe she was one of God's children and she attended church as often as she could. We feel Mother is listening to the Eternal Angels sing their song. We believe she has received a long white robe and is resting from all her sorrow here on earth and her hope will come to reality some sweet morning.
Written by her husband and children, assisted by Elder Bert Hall

Green, James "Jim" ~ By the help of the Almighty God and a great sense of personal loss, I will write an obituary of a devoted husband and father, Bro. James ''Jim'' Green. Bro. Jim was born Oct. 30,1919 unto the late Bruce and Rachel Green and departed this life Jan,25,1973 as a result of a mining accident, being 53 years old at the time of death. In early life he was wed to Lillie Conley and unto this union were born four children. Two children died in infancy. He leaves to mourn their loss, his beloved wife, Lillie, two devoted children, Billie of Garrett, Ky. and Virginia Mae Mullins of Mousie, Ky. , three sisters: Ellen Eicker, Maggie Moore and Loulza Green, seven grandchildren and a host of kindred and friends. Bro. Jim was baptized into fellowship with the Ball Branch Old Regular Baptist Church on Oct, 24, 1971 by Elders Burton Howard and Frank Slone. Bro. Jim remained a true and faithful member of the church until his death. He was always ready and willing to work for the up build of the church he loved so well. Our church has lost a beloved brother and he will truly be missed. I feel that each and every person who came to know him has his own special memories. I'll never forget the loving smile, the warm handshake and the friendly hug that he always had for me. He dearly loved his brethren and sisters which was made manifest in his daily life. I could say many wonderful things about Bro. Jim but I would love to say to his family and. friends that have not made peace with God, Bro. Jim lived the life before you and if you will put your trust in God as he did, it will lead you to that fountain of living water. I believe with all my heart that our loss is Heaven's gain. Written by a broken-hearted Brother in the Lord

Greer, Benjamin Franklin ~ He was born J an.11,1925,to the late Isaac Joseph and Daisy Tackett Greer, at Waynesburg, Lincoln Co., Ky. and passed away June.27,1973, at General Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio ,making his stay on earth 48 years, 5 months and 16 days. He was married to Lois Spears Nov.26,1946. Unto this union were born 10 children: Pauline King, Daisy Campbell, Thomas Joseph, Ova Dale, Wanda Jean, Lucille, Larry Mark, Charles Ray, Richard Lee, and Tony Dee. He also had 8 grand-children . One daughter, Wanda Jean, and one grandson, Jeffery Franklin, preceded him in death. Besides his lonely family he left to mourn his passing, 1 brother, Orbra , 2 sisters: Anna Mae Hargis and Daisy June Sparkman, 2 uncles: Ferry Tackett and Maryland (Bird) Tackett, 1 aunt, Frankie Davis and a host "I relatives and friends too. Ili' was taken to the hospital Dec . 18 , 197 2 , a heart attack. He stayed in intensive care for 10 days and got to come home on Jan. 17,1973. He never got to go back to work which was very hard on him if he had always been a hard worker. Then he was taken back to the hospital-June 24 and back in intensive care until his death June 27. The doctors told him after his first attack his heart was half damaged. So it was understandable he could not go through another one. Ben was raised to go to the Old Regular Baptist Church and that was the way he believed, although he never attached himself to the church, he called for me to come and pray for him. I visited him twice while he was in the hospital. He asked me to lay my hands on him and pray for him. I asked him if he was right with God. He said, ''I was when I was a boy.'' I want to say to his loving wife and children, get right with God and go live with Daddy. We hope our loss is Heaven's gain. Funeral services by Elder Earnest Ward, Elder Mendrick Hampton, and Elder Alonzo Allen. Written by, Elder Earnest Ward and Mrs. Baugh

Hall, Elijah ~  known to us Tena, in the year of 1902 brightened the home of Andy and Susie Isaac Hall. In early 1919, in the prime of his life, he met and married a young woman by the name of Lona Caudill. She helped bear many hardships and they spent many wonderful days together here on this earth. To this union were born twelve children: Ocie, Socie, Jonah, Lawrence, Lucy, Daisy, Norma, Joanna, Nadene, Clarence, Russell and Freddie. On Wednesday night between eight and nine o' clock as the children lay Brother Tena on the bed, he took his good comp an ion by the hand, telling the children how much he loved them all and how he loved Sister Lona. He asked her to 1 ay down beside him, then lying there with her heart so near breaking, his heart so near at rest; he laid his hands in his breast he. breathed out his life sweetly then Brother Elijah left his brothers, Ruben, Merlin, and Dow. Also 28 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren along with a host of relatives and many good friends are left to mourn their great loss of a dear brother. Ball Branch Old Regular Baptist Church on Oct, 24, 1971 by Elders Burton Howard and Frank Slone. Bro. Jim remained a true and faithful member of the church until his death. He was always ready and willing to work for the up build of the church he loved so well. Our church has lost a beloved brother and he will truly be missed. I feel that each and every person who came to know him has his own special memories. I'll never forget the loving smile, the warm handshake and the friendly hug that he always had for me. He dearly loved his brethren and sisters which was made manifest in his daily life. I could say many wonderful things about Bro. Jim but I would love to say to his family and. friends that have not made peace with God, Bro. Jim lived the life before you and if you will put your trust in God as he did, it will lead you to that fountain of living water. I believe with all my heart that our loss is Heaven's gain.
Written by a broken-hearted Brother in the Lord, Elder Ralph Howard

Hall, Harrison ~ I will try to write an obituary of our Grandfather. Writing about someone you love is very hard, but I will try to tell everyone how much we loved him. He was the greatest Grandpa anyone could hope to have. We were lucky to have had him and God must have thought so too because he took him from us July 17, 1973,making his stay on earth 97 years,6 months, and 17 days His lifetime in years were many, but to the ones who Loved him they were so short. Grandpa was the son of the late Lewis and Liddie Hall. He was married to the late Nancy Jane Hampton Hal 1 , and to this union were born 12 children: 5 daughters and 7 sons. Preceding him in death were: Gracie Triplett, Mazie Spangler, Hidie Osborne, Cassie Hall, George Hall, Robert Hall, and Phinis Hall. Left to mourn is Virgie Robin son, Detroit, Mich., Sam Hall, Virgie, Ky. Manual Hall, Jonacy, Millis Hall, Melvin, Ky., Marvin Hall, Craynor, Ky.,45 grandchildren, 86 great-grandchildren, and hosts of great great-grandchildren. Grandpa was a member of the Regular Baptist Church for over 17 years. He loved to go to church when he was able to attend. But for the past ten years or so, Grandpa was bedfast. Grandpa lived his last 9 years at the home of his son, Marvin. It was in the arms of his son, Marvin that the Angels came and took Grandpa to his home in Heaven. Mourning his death are the loved ones that miss him so very much. 
Written by the Granddaughters, Jeremia Tackett, Reba Faye McKinley and Irene Tackett Hall, John D. ~ By the help of the good Lord, we will try to write an obituary of Brother John D. Hall. He was born April 16, 1896,making his stay on earth 74 years, 5 months and 12 days. In early life he was married to Lu e Luesindy Slone, Unto this union were born two sons. His wife and two sons preceded him in death. In later years he was married to Nancy Jane. Unto this union no children were born. He was sick for over four years with that dreadful heart disease. He joined the Old Regular Baptist Church and lived a faithful member until death. He went to church as long as he could go. He liked to see his brothers and sisters come see and talk with him.
Written by Flurinda Tackett and Lula Jones

Hall, Sister Lona Caudill  ~ the daughter of Marion and Luanna Caudill was born April 20,1902 and passed away Oct. 22,1973. In the bloom of life early in the year of 1919 she met a young man, Elijah Hall and their love for one another began to entwine so that on July 8 of that year they were united in matrimony, to have and to held as long as life remains. They full- filled that vow. To this union were born 12 children: Ocie Smith, Socie Osborne, Jonah Hall, Lawrence Hall, Lucy Hicks, Daisy Hicks, Norma Bergeron, Joanna Collins, Clarence Hall, Nadine Thornsberry , Russell Hall and Freddie Hall. Sister Lona's good companion preceded her in death some months ago. Also her father, mother, brother and sisters are gone, 2 brothers, James Caudill of Letcher, Co., and Foster Caudill of Knott Co. remain. She leaves 39 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren, a great host of brothers and sisters in the church, neighbors and friends to mourn their loss. Sister Lona joined the Providence Church of Old Regular Baptist and was baptized the 4th Sunday in Nov.,1947. We can say she lived a good and faithful life. In Sister Lona's life there has been joy  where trains are moving here on earth., But we believe she boarded that Heavenly home and there'll be no grief when home. Since Bro. Tena passed away Sister Lona seems in not have any will to live here. Their love for each other was so great, Bro. Tena's  leaving seems in have taken part of Sister Lona with him. Since day on her desire has been to meet him over mi that Golden Shore. Elder Bert Hall

Hall, Mattie ~ Mattie E. Hall was born to grace the home of Archie C. Craft Sr.  and Pricie Adkins Craft on Jan.12,1902 at Millstone, Ky. in Letcher County. Here she grew into womanhood, a quiet and obedient child. At the tender age of 18 she met, loved and was married to Johnnie H. Hall, the son of Thomas Hall and Martha Fouts Hal 1 on Dec. 15,1921. This marriage blossomed and grew for 51 years, nourished and cherished by those two wonderful people. It brought forth to their humble home 5 boys and 3 girls: Phineus , Lexington, Ky. Archie, Hall, Ky.; Tommy, an d Johnnie Jr. are deceased and Carl David, Jacksonville, Fla .Janis Mae Critser, Workman, Ohio,- Lola Mullins, Hall, Ky. and Gladys at home. These children were raised to men and women in the fear and admiration of. God. Mattie professed a hope in the Lord Jesus Christ and offered her hand and became a member of the Rebecca Church of the Old Regular Baptist in March 1949. She bore the marks of a precious Christian mother and filled her seat as often as she was able. Her door was always open to all her friends; her hands have prepared many meals for all who entered this home. Mattie was afflicted in June,1964 and was bedfast most of the time since, but she always held fast to the hope and faith she had in God. Then truly can be said of her as Job said, ' 'Though He' slay me, yet will I trust Him because I know in whom I trust.'' This affliction she bore with great patience until the very end which came on Jan. 26, 1973 as she quickly, quietly and peacefully slipped away to the waiting arms of Jesus as He said,' Come home my Chi1d,' 'making her pilgrimage here 71 years and 12 days To Inez, Lola, Phineus, Archie and Carl David, whom your Mother loved so dearly, may you never lose sight of the light she hung in the window. And to Gladys who denied yourself the pleasures of this his world in order to take care and nourish her every need, if God has a special crown, I feel this should be yours, and to Johnnie, her husband, we don't know why she had to suffer so, but God knows best and works all things to his honor and glory. To her 8 brothers and sisters and 18 grand- •luldren who are left to mourn, if you haven't made plans to meet this Grim Reaper , let me beg you to do so now while there is still time and life affords. As I sit here early this Sunday morning and as my heart is bleeding, I have to say thank you good lord for being so mindful and merciful to all of us who are so unworthy yet, you love us all. Then please listen to the words of the great port as he panned these words. I wonder if, when the shadows fall On the last earthly day. When we say goodbye to the world outside All tired with our childish play. When we meet the lover of boys and girls Who died to save them from sin. Can we hear Him ask, as Mother did Are all the children in? I cannot say and I will not say That she is dead-she's  just away. With a cheery smile and a wave of her hand She wondered into an unknown land. Leaving us to wonder how very fair It needs must be, since she lingers here So please listen to me when I say That she's not dead-she's just away.
Written by her heart broken brother in the Lord. Lewis F. Craft

Hall, Orsker ~ was born Aug. 19,1911,and deceased this life No v. 3, 1 97 2, being 61 years, 2 months and 14 days old. He was one of 19 children. He was the son of Elder Hawk and Aggie Breeding Hall. All preceded him in death except 8(4 brothers: Co1umbus, Will , Erce1, and Buster. 4 sisters: Eveline, Lucy, Daisy and Sarah Jane. Early in life he was married to Nora McFalls. They have one son and one grand-daughter left to mourn Orsker. Orsker has always been a hard working man and earned his living by the sweat of his brow. He pitched his tent toward Can an' s Land about twelve years ago, /joined the Rebecca Church and was a devoted member and also Clerk of the church. He stood firm and loved the brothers and sisters of this church. He was concerned about the welfare of his brothers and sisters of the church at all times. Orsker took sick about eight months ago, with the dreadful disease of cancer of the lung. All this time Nora has taken care of him and never complained. Nora, you have no worries because you were good to him and took the best of care and saw to it that his pain was eased as much as was in human power to give him, so don't say goodbye to him just farewell for a while. In all the years of growing up and on into manhood and on down through the years I never heard him outspoken to anyone or about anyone at any time. I know our loss is great; we have lost a brother but he has gained a home in Heaven. We could go on and on telling the good things, but you all knew him well. Written by his wife, Nora Hall and Lucy Collier, his sister in the flesh and hope , I trust

Hall, Sarah Lee ~ With a sad and aching heart we will try to write an obituary of our loving mother, Sarah Lee Hall, She was born Jan.10, 1915 to R.G. and Arminda Slone Thomas, She passed away Jan.10,1973 on her 58th birthday. In the year 1929 she met and married Ruben Hall and unto this union were born 14 children; 9 boys and 5 girls, two boys, Hershel and James Marvin) preceded her in death,1eaving 7 boys: Russell and Harold of Raven, Ky. , Lawrence and Haskel of Topmost, Ky., Bobby Doyle, Hal 1, Ky. , Gleva Jr. Mulberry, Ind. and Roger Dale still at home. Also 5 girls to mourn the loss of Mother: Opal Harris, Topmost, Ky. , Estelene Jacobs, Pippa Passes, Ky.,G1enna Fern Vance,Paynesvi11e,West Virginia, Deloris Hagerman, Ligonier, Ind. and Sharon Kay Hall, still at home. She leaves 19 grandchildren; two preceded her in death. Mother joined the Caney Fork Church of the Old Regular Baptist, May 17,1959. She was baptized by Bro. Sherman Slone and Bro. Coy Combs, She later moved her letter to Providence Church where she remained a faithful member as long as she was able to attend church. Mother lived a good life before her children and her neighbors' children, and we all feel she left a light hanging in the window. When Mother was in the hospital the family stayed close to her side, doing all we could to help and comfort her. Mother would ask us to bring her home, but she was too sick, and we couldn't fulfill that request. It was hard to see her suffer so much, but we feel one evening lying in that hospital bed, the angels came to get her, and we feel her suffering is over. Daddy and we children would wait for visiting hours to come, so we could go in and visit with her, and oh! how sweet that little voice would sound, when she would talk to us and tell us how much she loved us. One of the dearest friends we had on this earth has passed away and we miss Mother so much; a place in our home will always be vacant, but we feel there's a seat filled up above, as Mom wrote in her song. There is one thing that stands out in our mind so much. One morning before 6 o'clock they let me in her room to see her and we were talking. She looked up to me and said, ' ' What I need is for everyone to pray for me. ' ' I said, ' 'Mommy we are and they are.'' After her first stay at St. Joseph Hospital, we had a little service at the trailer for her. She said, ' 'I have waited all day for this, and I promised God if he would let me come home again, I would live closer than I ever did. ' ' I feel as she said the prayers of the people brought her back home to en/joy her self with her family for almost a month. God only knows our heart's are aching. It seems we only had her for a short while. But we have such fond memories. One thing I can say, that I feel so many people can't say about their mother, never in my life no matter how low on money, no matter how low on food) can I ever remember our mother being mean to us or mistreat us because of things going rough. I believe if any of God's children here on earth came close to the patience of Job , our mother did. She would always look around and say, ' 'Thy burdens are greater than mine. ' ' I miss her so much especially at church. She always beat me there. She'd laugh and hug me and say,' Did you eat dinner before you name?' ' A] so remembering at Communion Time, those precious feet that I was blessed to wash, feeling my weakness and her strength . But I'm so thankful I gave her the roses while she lived. I feel while the glass doors and cold empty halls separated me from her that lonely day the angels were there taking her sweet soul out of her suffering. They didn't' t need any visiting hours. They were doing Our Saviour's command. So I'd like to say to the rest of the children, Mother was blessed to see us all grown and didn't have to stare any of us in the face and say''Farewel1,''but she left a pattern and eternal flame that will always burn. If you want' 'Our Family Circle' ' to be complete, you'll have to choose the ways of Jesus, begging for Mercy as I feel Mom, Dad and I did. I do want to say to all the children, I've had the privilege to kneel in prayer beside my mother when the brothers would cry out to God for poor sinners. My poor mother would cry out such a moan like a little dove. She told me 'I love you all too.'' You know when you have something as precious as we had it's hard to stop writing, but Mother left us the greatest riches any Queen could have left. She left us with such a strong hope of going to that beautiful home. I can almost see her name written in that book. I feel that so strong. I feel Mother you only left pain, trouble and sorrows, a little sooner than Daddy and I. When I look at him it breaks my heart, day by day seeing all we have of her fading away. But I feel it won't be long until I can join you, Mother. Every trip I made to Lexington, I made with you there, and back, but the last one back I couldn't come. Oh! How I hated to leave you but May God Bless Daddy and us. You were so dear to us, but your pain I wish I could have borne . But soon I feel we'll meet, whether we'll know each other or not, but we'll be looking for that one face that has helped us through our sorrow, pain and troubles.  So sleep on, Mother. I feel it won't be long we'll receive our beautiful crown together.  Written by the family

Hall, Silas ~ By the request of the family I'll try to write a short obituary of the life of one so dear to me, my own Brother, Silas Hall. He was born Aug, 24, 1898, deceased Oct.11, 1973,being 75 years, 1 month, and 18 days old. He was the son of Isaiah and Louise Osborne Hall. He was married to Rilla Osborne Hall, Aug. 3, 1918. They were blessed with 5 children, 3 girls and 2 boys. Two girls preceded him in death, leaving one daughter, Madge Anderson, Wyandotte, Mich., two sons, Astor Hall, Lincoln Park, Mich. and Arthur Hal1,Southgate, Mich. and a loving wife, along with 7 grandchildren 1 one of which he raised, Donald Ray Hall, Lincoln Park, Mich.;8 great-grandchildren ,and one lonely sister, Mary Bell Hall, and many, many, friends and relatives to mourn their loss. We feel by his Godly conversations and the many wonderful dreams and visions he had that his spirit is resting in the paradise of God. I have had many Bible conversations with him. He read his Bible and knew a lot about it. I spent a lot of time reading and talked with him. I have so often wondered what and why he never came to the church for he lived the life of a Christian for so many years. But if he got that little groan through to our Lord, his crown will be as bright in Heaven as all those that lived oh so many years in the church. I believe when he was breathing out his last breath here, he saw his Heavenly Home and our Father coming to carry him over the cold streams of death because of the beautiful smile that came over his face. This makes us. believe he's peacefully resting in the arms of Jesus. His family's all here with his body except his poor sick son, Astor. He was in the hospital in Michigan when his father Silas 1 as, was taken so sudden and not permitted to see him. But I believe if he will turn to the Lord and beg his precious mercy and repent if he hasn't already, we don't know any mans' heart., I feel repentance is what it takes for the children to see their father again. He was a man of many friends and always loved to see them come to see him. So, you children that are still in sin turn to the Lord and beg his mercies and be born again so when your call comes to go you can join that Heavenly band where our Lord is and our loved ones are.  Humbly yours, Mollie

Hamilton, Fannie ~ With a sad and lonely heart I will try and write an obituary of my dear wife, Fannie Hamilton. She was the daughter of the late Harrison and Jenny Bentley Hamilton. She was born J an.4,1907,and deceased Aug.20,1973. She was 66 years old. She /joined the Old Regular Baptist Church in Aug. of 1970, and was baptized by Elder Orville Hamilton and Elder Charlie Jones and took her membership with the Old Samaria Church. I think she was ready for the church long before she joined. Fannie and I were united in marriage Aug.11,1928. We only had one child, Clyde E. Hamilton who preceded her in death. Left to mourn are 3 sisters and 3 brothers: Maudie Flax, Betsy Lane, Celia Hamilton, of Mich., Renie Tackett, East McDowell, Roy,Hami1 ton, Geneva, Ohio, Oscar and Charlie Hamilton, of East McDowell, and a host of friends and relatives. Fannie often spoke of going and meeting our son; now they are both gone. The only thing I can say is I believe they both went to Heaven where God will take care of them. I hope by God's Great Mercy we'll meet again someday. Written by her lonely husband, Andy Hamilton

Hamilton, Garfield ~ In memory of Garfield Hamilton of Dickenson County, Virginia, born March 7, 1891, died Feb. 2, 1('73, making his stay on earth 81 years, 10 months, mid 25 days. He was the son of Shaffie and Phenie Hamilton on In early life he married Credia Powell, who preceded him in death. Unto this union were born 4 children: George of Columbus, Ohio, Bill of Fayetteville, W. Virginia, and 2 preceded him in death. Also 5 step children, one of whom preceded him in death, and many grandchildren and great-grand chi1dren. Brother Garfield joined the Old Regular Baptist Church in 1960 and was a member of Mount Judia Church, Columbus, Ohio.
Written by Elders Offie Bartley and George Hamilton, his son

Hamilton, Will & Maudie Hall Hamilton ~ The obituary of our beloved father and Mother: Will Hamilton, most people knew him as Pap Will and Maudie Hall Hamilton. Pap Will was born Nov. 15 , 1889,the son of Samuel and Mendy Jones Hamilton. He deceased this life March 5,1966. Mom was born April 19,1896. She was the daughter of Jack and Cathern Martin Hall. She deceased April 24,1973. They were married April 27,1911. Unto this union were born 13 children. Two died as infants and Lee was killed in World War II leaving ten of us to mourn their passing. Pearl, Plymouth. Ohio, Sam and Eddie both of Indianapolis, Ind. Andy and Homer both of East McDowell, Ky. Harold and Vada Tackett, both of Ashtabula, Ohio, Annie Moore, Ocie Moore, and Gerla Elliot of East McDowell, Ky. There were also 42 grandchildren and 43 great-grandchildren.  Pap Will didn't belong to any church, but by his walks before his passing we believe he was a God-fearing man. He loved to go to church, you could see the tears flowing down his face when the Bros, preached and sang the old songs, his favorite song was ''Two Coats.' 'His doors were always open to all, lie loved for his friends and neighbors to come and cat with him. From the good dreams we have had of him, we believe he is at rest. Mom joined the Old Regular Baptist Church on June 7,1936. She was baptized by Elders Jerry Hall and J. W. Hamilton. She took her fellowship at the Old Samaria Church and later in years brought her letter to Little Rosa. She was a faithful member, always up early getting ready to go to church. She loved the old time way and would always take her down at the foot washings where ever she was. She worried so much over us children when we would get sick. It was such a shock when the call came and the Death Angel had already taken her when we rushed to be with her. She was so proud of Andy; she loved to hear him sing and preach the word. Three of us children have professed a hope in Christ and we pray the rest will fall out with sin, so we can have a family reunion in Heaven some day, where there'll be no more deaths, no more good-byes. Mom's favorite song was' 'Just One Rose Will Do.'' She had requested it to be sung over her when she died. They both were taken from us quickly with heart attacks. We feel our loss is Heaven's gain. Mom's Memorial will be preached the 5th Saturday mid Sunday in. June, 1974 on Ned's Fork of Frasure's Crook at the Jack Hall Cemetery. All are invited. Pap Will's Memorial was preached in 1967. Written by their daughter, Annie Moore and daughter-in-law, Madge Hamilton

Hays, Nancy ~ Nancy Hays was born April 4,1891 making her stay on earth 81 years. On July 21, 1972,the Death Angel took her home. Nancy was the wife of J. R. Hays, better known by neighbors as John Dick Hays. Unto this union were born 7 children, 5 boys: Lacy, George, Wilson, Buford and Wesley; 3 girls: Ellen, Norsie and Gladys. 2 boys George and Bu ford and 1 girl, Gladys preceded. her in death, leaving behind her other children, 15 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchi1d to mourn their loss. Nancy had been a good mother and had worked hard to raise her children. She was humble and kind to everyone • I believe she was a child of God and is in Heaven today; that is the inward part of her because she bore the fruit of a good mother. I am sure she will be missed by her children and her neighbors but we believe she is only resting from all her labors waiting for God to call the body from the grave. So I want to say, this ought to be a warning to us. that are still alive, we ought to prepare to meet God in peace while we are alive and have an opportunity. Written by Elder Coy Combs

Hicks, Sadie ~ With a sad and broken heart and by the request of the family, I'll try to write an obituary of a loving sister in the Lord who feels like my real sister, Sadie Hicks. Sadie and Norman Hicks were united in marriage and unto them were born 10 children. Two of these, Glen and Frankie preceded her in death The surviving children are: Clifton, Carl, Dan , Thomas, Mandy Lou, Ruth and Shirley. Baptist Church April 2,1949 at the Philadelphia Church. Sadie loved her church, was a faithful in mi I if r and went as lone as she could. She was years, 4 months, and 3 days old when one cold and lonely night in Jan.,1973,the Lord looked down and said, ' 'You've suffered down there long enough, and He sent the little Band of Angels with those snowy white wings and took her home to her eternal rest. Her doors were always open to her friends and she would welcome them with a smile into her home. The last time I saw her shout, she looked like an angel. She said she wasn't afraid to die, she just dreaded the sting of death. So Children, the ones that have not made peace with God, You had better fall out with sin, if you want to see Mother again. Walk in her footsteps. She left a light in the window for you to follow her by. Sadie's love was wrapped-up in Norman and her children.  Sleep on ,Sadie, sleep on And take your peaceful rest For we'll soon be together Where we'll be forever blest.  We'll wear that long white robe And a crown on our heads, And God will make us welcome, To our home of Joy, Peace and Rest. I believe you're home with Jesus And the Angels too, at rest. We all love you and miss you, But God loved you best.  We miss you so much Our tongues can not tell, But God called you home, The one we loved so well; Written by Sister-in-the-Lord, Ora Hicks

Howard, Cynthia ~ Cynthia Howard, the wife of the late Willie Howard, was born Oct.28,1884 and deceased this life Oct.10,1972 being 87 years,11 months and 5 days old at the time of death. In early life she was married to Willie Howard and unto this union were born 8 children. Three children died in infancy and Erman was killed in a mining accident, March 14,1941. This leaves four children living: Kelly, of Garrett, Ky., Henry, of Petersburg, Mich. ,Dollie Duff, at home and Mark D. of Petersburg, Michigan. Cynthia joined the Stone Coal Regular Baptist Church about 40 years ago and lived a faithful life until death. She bore her sickness with patience and we think she died with a heart attack. Besides her children she leaves to mourn their loss 15 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. We believe our loss is Heaven's gain. Dollie took .the best of care of her mother and the last days of her stay on earth Kelly and his wife, Effie stayed with her. To the children and grandchildren, your Father and Mother and also your Brother, Erman; has left a good hope that they are gone to rest. The Bible says, Right blessed are the dead that die in the Lord, henceforth sayeth the spirit they do rest from their labors and their works do follow them.''  Written by Elder Burton Howard

Howell, Ambrose ~ It is with much sadness I will try to write an obituary of my dear father, Ambrose Howell. He was the son of Will and Alice White Howell. He was born Jan. 11, 1911 and departed this life March 8, 1973, making his stay on earth 62 years. Early in life he met and married Irene Dye. To this union were born 8 children: Merlin, Pikeville, Ky., Edward, Albino, Michigan; Molly Gillespie , Craynor, Ky; Alice Mae Adams, Galveston, Ky., Mary Bell who is deceased, Green Howell, Craynor, Ky., Sally Ray and Nancy Ramsey both Racine, Wisconsin. Mom departed this several years ago, leaving Dad and kids to mourn her passing. Later Dad met and married Lina Gillespie, Unto this union were born 5 children, Lona; David, Anthony, Susie and Clifford. all still at home. He leaves to mourn their loss, his wife, children , 25 grandchildren, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. I remember the night that Dad called me and Lina, his wife, to his bed and told us to sit down. He was so happy. He said he had seen a place so pretty he had never seen before, that nothing on earth that he had ever seen compared to this place. And I believe with all my heart that this place he had seen was Heaven. He told me he was ready to go there, and that nothing was in his way. He told me when he was gone not to worry about him. So Children, our father has answered the call we all must answer. I know if Dad could talk back to you he would say get ready to go to that Heavenly Country, where no trouble can come, where there will be no dying and no death angels to call, no more sleepless nights, no more pains, no more sickness. So Children, get ready to meet the Lord in peace where the family circle will not be broken . Where we will be together forever. Written by his broken-hearted daughter, Molly Gillespie and Elder Virgil Fields

Huff, Minnie ~ was born May 22,1901. She was first married to Lillie Smith and to this union were born 7 children. One preceded her in death. She has 2 boys: James Smith and Ballard Smith both of North Judson, Ind.,4 girls: Dorsie, Gergenson, Girvie Combs, Betty Cunningham, all of Franklin, Ohio and Geneva Turner, Garrett, Ky. She was later married to Cornett Huff and of this union were born 5 children Two preceded her in death. She has 2 boys: Arnold and Walter Huff of Franklin, Ohio and 1 girl, Anna Lea Pritchard of Franklin, She has 36 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. She joined the Little Union Church about 25 years ago. She was baptized by Earnest Ward and Everett Daniels and lived a faithful life until death. We feel our loss is Heaven's gain.

Johnson, Bill ~ It is with much sadness that I will try now to write an obituary. of my dear husband, .Bill Johnson. He was born June 22,1918, and he deceased this life March 15, 1973. He was the son of Elder Bud and Sytana Johnson. He joined the Old Regular Baptist Church in the year of 1953. He was a faithful member to the end. Bill was a good husband and a good father. To this union were born seven children, three girls and four boys. Our home is not like it once was. We miss him so very much. He was loved by everyone that knew him, and was so good and kind to everyone. ''Children if you ever want to see how it looks in Heaven, you must be born again.
Written by his wife ~ Edna Johnson

Johnson, Pearlie ~ With the help of the Lord I will try to write the obituary of my dear Mother, Pearlie. 0. Johnson, born Sept.13, 1903. .She departed from us Nov.16,1972, making her stay on earth 69 years, 2 months, and 3 days. She was the daughter of Epp and Leander Hall Osborne.. Mom married Riley Johnson in June 1917 and unto this union were born 16 children. Two sets of twins died at birth. Twelve are still living: Eight girls: Lone Childers, Leon a Newsome, Marie Woodrow, Rose Ann. Martin, Louise Elswick, Juanita Caudill, Beulah June Tackett and Emma Joyce Edge, and four boys: Hershell, Russell, Riley Jr., and Tommie Johnson. Mom had 50 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. When Dad died March 4,1947,he left Mom with eight children still at home. She raised them and did a wonderful job. She joined the Old Regular Baptist Church the 4th Sunday in June,1948 and was baptized the first Saturday in July. She lived a true and faithful life until Sweet Jesus called her home. I believe with all my heart Mom is in Heaven. Oh! Mom, how we all love and miss you , but I hope to meet you some sweet day, where there is no more sorrow, pain or death. Written by her daughter, Rose Annie Martin

King, Willie ~ By the request of the family I will try to write the obituary of a beloved brother in the Lord to wit: Brother Willie King, the son of the late Lindsey and Nannie Collins King. He was born in Knott County, at Hall. Ky. Dec.17,1891 and departed this life at the home at Melvin, Ky. after an extended illness, on Jan. 5, 1973,making his stay on earth 81 years,4 months and 14 days. He was married to Costa Hall King (Nov.27,1914 and to this union were born 6 children, 2 preceded him in death, leaving to mourn his passing his wife, Sister Costa King, 2 sons: James King, Bypro, Ky. , Estill King, New Lebanon, Ohio, 2 daughters: Zelda Johnson, Pikeville, Ky., and Opal Hobson, Englewood, Ohio, 1 sister: Hattie Mosley, Bevinsville, Ky.,3 brothers: Lee and Johnny both of Mt. Sterling, Ky., and Jonah, Bevinsvi11e, Ky. , 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Brother Willie was employed as a coal miner for 43 years and was a member of the United Mine Workers. Bro. Willie suffered a stroke about 6 years before his death, and was confined to the home, but the writer can truthfully say that he was well cared for, because sister Costa and the children were always ready to help him in what ever way they could. Brother Willie, joined the Old Regular Baptist Church on June 10,1934 at Joppa, and lived a faithful life to his profession until God called him away. He was faithful to fill his seat in the church as long as he was able. He called for the preaching brethren to come to the home and always enjoyed hearing them preach. To the children of Brother Willie, may I say that Daddy left a light (his life) shining in the home and community for all to see. Don't forget the life he lived before you and the counsel he gave you. In closing may I say as the Psalmist, He is gone and can no more come to us, but by the Grace of God we can go to him. Yours in hope; Elder Monroe Jones

Kiser, Luther E. ~ I will write the obituary of my dear beloved brother, Luther B. (L.B. )Kiser. He was the son of Arson and Martha Hamilton Riser. He was born Jan.10,1894 and died Nov. l, 197 1 at the age of 77. He married Bell Reece in 1917. Unto this union was born one daughter, Charlotte, who died April 9,1957, at the age of 40. He then lost his wife. May 14,1970. He lived a very lonesome life after his wife and daughter died. He made his home with his sister and brother-in-law, Lon and Hattie Bowling of Marrowbone. He joined the Church of Christ, April, 1949. He was so humble which makes me believe he is at rest and the way he lived and talked to me. He had retired from the Rail Road and had been a Mason for 25 years. He leaves to mourn their loss,5 brothers: So 11ie, Duran, Hatler and Taulbee, all of Pikeville and Floyd, of Norton, Va. Also 5 sisters: Beckie Newsome, Ella Bowling of Pikeville, Rosie Hamilton of Teaberry, Bertha Holt of Ohio, Hattie Bowling of Marrowbone, and several nieces and nephews. I will miss him so much. We would sit around and talk but if my hope is real I hope to see him in a better world.
Written by a lonesome sister Hattie Bowling

Lawson, Dewey ~ It is with much sadness that I try by the help of God to write an obituary of my loving husband, Dewey M. Lawson. He was the son of John P. and Vina Lawson, who preceded him in death. He was born August 20,1908, departed this life September 27,1972. He was married to Dixie Cornett and unto this union were born 9 children; three sons and six daughters. One daughter, Emogene, preceded him in death, leaving three sons: Jimmy of Huntington, Ind., Dewey D. of West Liberty, Ky. , and Dr. Freddie Lawson of Pikevil1e,Ky. , five daughters: Anna Rae Ward, Minnie Faye Simpson, Barbara Owsley and Glenda Lawson all of McDowel1, Ky. , Patricia Carol Cieslak, Prestonsburg, Ky. He had 12 grandchildren , 3 brothers, 4 sisters and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. Dewey was in failing health for many years but bore his sickness with much patience. He loved for his brothers and sisters in the church to come and talk with him on the Bible. He is sadly missed by his family and friends, but we truly feel that our loss is Heaven's gain. He joined the Old Beaver Church of Regular Baptist on March 19, 1969, and filled his seat as long as he was able. I thank God for my children and sons-in-law and daughters-in-law. They have been so good to me. Our family circle is broken in this world, but I only hope that it will be complete in Heaven. Written by his lonely wife, Dixie Lawson

Little, Abner ~ was born April 15,1891 and passed away Sept. 23, 1972 , making his stay on earth 81 years, 5 months and 8 days. He was the son of Willard and Elizabeth Hamilton Little. He was married to Hulda Jane Newsome on Oct,23, 1912. Unto this union. were born 13 children, 5 of whom preceded him in death. His wife and 8 children were left to mourn their loss. He also leaves 45 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. He was loved by all who knew him. He joined the Old Regular Baptist Church May 3, 1962 and was a faithful member until death. As long as he was able to go to church he wanted to go. We miss him so much. Home is so lonesome without him, but I know he is at rest, and I hope to join him someday. He wanted me to tell all the children to do right. So children if you ever want to see Daddy again you will have to change your ways and live for the Lord, and Daddy will be waiting for all of you to join him in Heaven. 
Written by his wife who loved him so much, Hulda Jane Little

Moore, Andy ~ By the help of the good Lord, I will try to write an obituary of my dear beloved husband, Andy Moore. He was the son of the late Peter and Emline Moore. He was born May 20,1920.. Deceased this life July 11,1973. He was married to Mysania Patrick Moore on Oct. 31, 1942. To this union were born six children, two of whom preceded him in death. He leaves his wife, Mysania and four children: Billy of Waynesvi11e,Ohio,Arno 1 d E. of Alger, Ohio, Jimmy of Pyramid, Ky. and Annie Lue Hackworth, Waynesfield, Ohio to mourn their loss. He also leaves 6 grandchi1dren, 7 brothers and 4 sisters to mourn their loss. I feel our loss is Heaven's gain. Andy Joined The Old Regular Baptist Church the 25th day of March,1967,and was baptized the first Saturday in Apri1,1967,by Brother Marion Moore and Brother Henry King. Andy was unable to attend church as he wanted to because of his sickness. I believe he has gone where he will not be sick any more, where there will be no more heart attacks or sorrow to bear and his worries are all over. I would like to say to our children if you ever want to see Daddy again you will have to fall out with sin and call on the same God that Daddy called on. Our home will never be the same any more . I feel I have got that hope when God calls me, I will go to be with him where we will never have to part any more" It will be all joy and peace forever.  Written by his broken-hearted wife and son Mysania Moore & Jimmy Moore

Moore, Virgie Newsome ~ It is with much sadness we will try to write an obituary of a loving mother and a sister in the Lord, Virgie Newsome Moore. She was born Dec.28,1894,and deceased this life March 11,1973,making her stay on earth 78 years and 2 months. Early in life she was married to Henry Newsome. Unto this union were born 7 children preceded her in death, leaving to mourn her passing, Boxie Moore, McDowell, Ky., Hazel Hunter and Lily Mae Newsome, Martin , Ky. and Edward, Ashtabula , Ohio. Later on in life she was married to Buck Moore, To this union were born 3 children, 2 of whom preceded her in death, leaving 1 son, Ray Moore. She also leaves 4 brothers, 3 sister , 21 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, and many relatives and friends too numerous to mention. When Sister Virgie was just a young woman she obeyed the Lord and chose Christ as her Saviour. She was baptized into the church by Elders Aaron Pack and John B. Hamilton. Her membership was at the Little Rosa Church, where she was a faithful member as long as she was able to go. The last 2 years of her life she was sick and unable to go to church, but she requested her Brethren and Sisters to come to her home and have church services for her. And on numerous occasions we have heard her shout and praise God. Mother always gave her children good advice, telling them how wonderful it was to serve 'God. As this obituary is getting lengthy we want to tell her children, if you want to see Mother again, take heed to the counsel Mother gave you and turn to God before it is too late. Not only was Mother a shining light to her children but to her neighbors and the community. The Little Rosa Church lilts lost a wonderful member, but Heaven has gained Another angel. We will close this obituary by saying sleep on, mother and enjoy your rest, just a few more days we'll meet you over in Heaven's land. Witten by a brokenhearted daughter and a brother in the Lord, Sister Roxie Moore and Elder Carl Ray Tuttle

Moore, Viva Tackett ~ was born June 10, 1920,the daughter of William Green Tackett and Lena Hall Tackett who preceded her in death. Viva was married to Ed Moore in 1937. Viva left to mourn her death her loving husband, 4 sisters: Eliza Mitchell, Stella Isaac, Delia Cochran, Viola Hayes; 4 brothers: Perry,Bil1ie,Charles Tackett, and Lloyd Hall. Viva had one brother, John D. Tackett who preceded her in death. With my loving memories I want to tell you about her life while on this earth. Viva was sick for many months and through her suffering she was brought closer to God. She attended church as long as she was able. When she became bed-fast many members of the church would gather around Viva's bedside and sing and preach the Gospel, that she loved to hear so well. In June, 1968, she joined the Old Beaver Church and was baptized by Preachers Mitchell Chaffins and Woody Pack. Viva was in poor health for the last few years of her life but she was very humble; she suffered without complaining. She left this world on Nov.20, 1972 with nothing in her heart but love for all. She left many friends and relatives to mourn their loss. I believe with all my heart Viva left this world of pain to live with God where she will suffer no more. Written with my loving memories, Yvonne Castle ~ Requested by her husband

Mosley, Nancy Slone ~ the daughter of the late Jackson and Annie Slone was born Jan. 15,1885. and died Feb. 12, 1971, making her stay here on earth 84 years. She joined the Old Regular Baptist Church in 1971 but was unable to be baptized. She has six children left to mourn her passing; Linzy, Clifton and Devaudry Hayes all of Hindman; Olgie Collins, Leburn, Ky. (Delia Gibson, Mousie, Ky. ; and Dovie Amburgey, Litt Carr, Ky. She 73 great-grandchildren. She was married to James Claborn Mosley. James Claborn Mosley was born Nov. 7, 1892 and died June 4,1966 making his stay on earth 74 years. He was the son of the late Lindsey Mosley.
Written by their daughter Delia Gibson

Musick, Juble ~ It is with much sadness that by God's help I will try to write an obituary of my beloved husband, Juble Musick. He was born to Henry and Julia Logan Musick Sept.18, 1892,and died Sept.18,1972. making him 80 years old, Juble was married to Ida Osborne Musick April 4,1914. Unto this union were born 5 children: Mrs. Otis Cecil of Wyandot, Mich., Mrs. Mary Edgerton, River Rough, Mich., and Mrs. Lula Caudill . One girl and one boy preceded them in .death. Sister Ida passed away March 7,1964. According to their neighbors and Sister Ida' s sister and brother, Juble was a kind and devoted hard working husband. He worked in the coal mines in Pike Co., Ky. for many years. But he retired as a pipe fitter for Detroit Steel. He joined the Old Regular Baptist Church at Little Mary about 1945 and went off in an arm to help organize Little Ida Church, which was named for Sister Ida in Detroit. Soon after he was ordained a Deacon there they lay their letter in at Little Jewel. Juble as a Deacon helped so much in the-up building of Little Jewel as many say he helped in up building Little Ida. On Oct. 14,1968 he was married, to Dollie Spears Musick also a member of Little Jewel and close friend to his wife. In all my caring for sick while I ran the nursing home and visiting the sick, I have never seen a more humble or kind person than Juble. I can say I've had two husbands to shout and sing praises to God. Juble had the dreaded disease Emphysema and Black Lung. He later got Cancer on his arms and body. The slow kind, but the doctors assured me the Black Lung would kill him first. They used inhalers and also oxygen, but the time came when the doctors and I had to stand aside. God sent his angels after him. He leaves his wife, children, 3 sisters: Mrs. Verna Kegley, Maloneton, Ky. , Mrs. Laura Fe1ty , and Mrs. Nancy Markham, both of Plymouth, Ohio, 12 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Now Children and Grandchildren, Pop and Grandpop is gone. I wish you could have heard those pitiful prayers for you right up until two days before he died. Begging God to stir you up and lead you to repentance. He preached, prayed, shouted and thanked the Lord for blessing me to care for him. He spoke of our nearly four years of happiness. Four days before he died he took a spell preaching. He said, 'Honey I know I am soon going home, I just have to preach his goodness.'' I closed the door and said try to keep your voice down . He said Oh, how I hate to leave you alone and the church house not finished. Try to save on my funeral and give to the church for completion of the house. He was so kind and humble even when the medication would die in him. He realized he was confused. He would say, I hope I don't speak ill to anyone. The Lord knows I don't want to. be mean. Now, Chi1dren, we should trust in God, not be selfish and want him with us. Just think how happy he is with those millions of little children he would talk to, and Mom. The last two nights I stood over him were so pitiful. The first one he wouldn't sleep until I lay down. Then sometimes he would tell mom get my bottle. He couldn't see well enough in tell if I were up or down. Again Children , don' t worry dad is gone home.  Written by his wife, Dallie Musick

Newsom, Nola ~ With much sadness in memory, I'll write this obituary of my dear Mother, Mrs. No 1 a .Newsom. Nola was born Oct.8,1901,to the late Bussel and Mary Sword, of Honaker,Ky. She passed from this life on Feb.18,1973,making her stay with us, 71 years, 4 months and 10 days. Nola was married in 1922 to Perry Newsom. Unto this union were born 12 children, 6 girls, and 6 boys: Mrs. Gilva Hall, and Mrs. Melvia Howell, both of Warsaw, Ind., Mrs. Silvia Hamilton and Mrs. Zelvia Gayheart, Winona Lake, Ind., Mrs. Elvia Scott, Water- gap, Ky. , Mrs. Velma Amburgey, Mentone, Ind., John Henry, Highland Heights, Ky., Clifford and Argulius, Claypool, Ind., Columbus, Watergap, Ky., William Lee, Mentone, Ind. One son, Phill, her husband, and 4 grandchildren preceded her in death. She had 46 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren. Mother joined the Old Regular Baptist Church at Salisbury, Ky. She later moved to Indiana, where she attended the Northern Little Dove, at Liberty Mills, Ind. She always went to church if she could. I believe Mother has a better home in Heaven, singing with the angels though she is sorrowfully missed by her children that are left to mourn their loss. Written by her son, Arzulius Newsom.

Newsom, Ola L. ~ By the help of God I will try and write an obituary of Ola L. Newsom who deceased this life May 27,1972. He was born April 17,1909,the son of the late Monroe and Pricy Newsom. Ola was married in the year of 1936 to Topsie Newsom who is left to mourn his passing. He also leaves 6 Brothers and 7 Sisters. Ola never joined the church but he was a strong believer in the Old Regular Baptist. All through his sickness he was praying to God. And I know that God will never turn one away that is calling from the heart. Ola loved to see the brothers and sisters come and visit and have meetings for him. He was loved by all that knew him. Although he was afflicted in body the last few years of his life he bore his sickness with much patience. Sister Topsie has related to me the many, many times as she stood by him how that Ola would cry unto the Lord for His help, as Job said, ''A man that is born of woman is of few days and full of trouble.'' I believe that Ola's troubles are over now, his soul is resting in Paradise with God just waiting for the redemption of his body. Sister Topsie ,1 know without a doubt that you will have many a lonesome hour to spend here on earth, but look on the bright side, think about how wonderful it will be when the Lord comes riding that Cloud of Glory calling his children home. I believe Ola will hear his name called and then you will always be together, shouting and singing that new song," I Have Been Redeemed- I could go on writing the good things about Ola but space will not permit.. Written by Elder Carl Ray Tulle

Newsome, Spicy Moore ~ 89 of Pikevi11e,died at 1.45 A.M. Oct.24,1972 at her home after a brief illness. She was the widow of Peter Newsom who died in 1965 at the age of 85. Born in Pike County, she was the daughter of Andy and Spicy N. Moore. She was a member of the Old Regular Baptist Church. Survivors include: One son, D. R. Newsom, Pikeville, one daughter, Mrs. Lexie N. Wisecarver of Pikeville, six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren . Also two half-brothers Anniais and James Emory Moore, and two half-sisters, Martha and Mary Moore, Clintwood, Va. A son, Milburn Newsom and a grandson , Howard Newsom preceded her in death. We had to give dear Dad up in Feb. , 196 5, but we still had Mother, and the home where her relatives and friends could always meet. She greeted everyone with a big smile and expression of kindness in her bright expressive eyes. As long as Mother was physically able her greatest pleasure was going to church, and associating with the sisters and brothers of the church. She enjoyed the preaching and singing so much. She would tell us and her friends,' The preachers were wonderfully blessed today; I could have listened all evening.'' We miss Mother so much, but our loss is Heaven's gain. She passed from this life like she was going to sleep. Death was no shock to her. She had told some of her friends that her time was about up, and she would be the next to go. She said, 11 I feel I have a good home to go to. ' ' So we feel that she is with Dad and other members of our family who preceded her in death, and a host of friends and relatives in that better world. 
Written by her son and daughter, Dr. R. Newsome and Lexie N. Wisecarver

Osborne, Elder William ~ In compliance with the request of a dear bereaved widow, I will try in my unworthy feelings to write a short sketch of the life of Elder William Osborne, He was born No v. 2 , 1869, and deceased this life March 31, 1910, being 40 years, 5 months & 2 days old. Bro. William married Delilah Tackett, the youngest daughter of Old Bro. Able Tackett, on Feb. 14, 1889. Unto this union were born 11 children;5 boys and 6 girls. Four boys died in infancy leaving only 1 boy and 6 girls, with his dear companion to mourn their loss along with a host of relatives and friends. But while we mourn our loss we believe he is a shining angel in a spirit 1 and; having been previously changed from nature's awful darkness and translated into the marvelous light and liberty of the children of the dear Son of God. He joined the Enterprise Church of Old Regular Baptist Faith and Order on the 3rd Sun. in June, 1904,and was baptized by Elder El ax Johnson the 4th Sunday in June, 1904, after which he seemed to live an humble, pious,and Godly life. Bro. William made his first attempt to speak in public on the third Sunday in Sept.,1907 by introducing the service. I remember very well his first words, ''Men of Israel and ye that fear God, give audience.'' He was ordained to preach the Gospel the 3rd Sat. in April, 1908, and the next Saturday chosen Pastor of the Long Fork Church. He never failed to attend so long as he was able to ride. The last time he was therein, on Nov. the pale face, cough, weak lungs, and consumption, he gave a wonderful address to the church. It seemed as if he knew that it would be his last time to visit them and his farewell address to the Long Fork Church was impressive. He was a half-brother to Elder John M. Akers. He bore his sickness with patience and was glad to have his Baptist Brethren come and talk with him on spiritual things. His funeral has been set to be preached the 3rd Sat. and Sun. in April, 1911,by Elders, Joseph Hall, Lindsey D. Mosley, John M. Akers, Willard S. Akers, and Elex Johnson; brothers of his own choice. All his good brethren and friends are invited. Now a word to his wife and children. Bro.William is gone. You can not hear his weak body any more giving counsel to you and his neighbors, but Children you have a good mother left with you,  mind her  and don't give her any trouble. May you put your trust in Jesus Christ who is able to save and carry you over the river of death and land you safe in the paradise of God, where you can be forever with your Father. This is the sincere prayer of the unworthy writer. Hiram Tackett I would like to add a few more words to this obituary of my Father, which was written in 1910. I was only 3 years old, but I have heard so many wonderful things said of how he lived. My dear old pious Mother told me of his life while here in this world of trouble and sickness. I don' t remember mid never knew a Father's love. His half-brother, Uncle John Aders, told me many things about him, what a wonderful preacher he was and how strong he was in the doctrine. I've so often thought how wonderful it would have been if he could have lived long enough for me to remember him and his preaching. But it pleased the Lord to take him home where there is no sickness, heartaches, or pain n (J troubles can not come. I feel there will be a r<5union in Heaven some sweet day, when God will say it is enough and Jesus will come on that great cloud of Glory to get his bride and take her home. Then he will say, ''Fly wide those pearly gates and let my Bride come in!'' I feel deep down in my soul that I will join that blood washed band. I believe  have a family there who has gone on before. After dad left, Mother and all the children living, came in the old church in which he lived and died  Now, I the family except three girls is gone. We are just waiting for that great day of the Lord, in that morning when we shall hear that awful sound, awake thou that sleepeth and arise from the dead, come forth and get on the Heaven, bound train that leads to Glory>where parting will be no more. Written by the youngest daughter, Mollie

Ousley, Jim ~  With much sadness I will try to write the obituary of my beloved father-in-law. He was born Feb.2,1903, and died Feb. 1,1973, making his stay on earth 69 years,11 months and 29 days. He was the son of the late Bill and Nancy Wright Ousley, of Dock, Ky. He was married to Cynthia Bradley Ousley, and unto this union were born 6 children: He leaves to mourn their los% his wife, Cynthia, 2 daughters and 4 sons: Nancy Johnson, Silver Lake, Ind. ,Lurannie Ousley, and Chris Ousley both of Pierceton, Ind. ,Oakland and Mini is both of West Prestonsburg, Ky. , and Bill of Winamac, Ind. Also 14 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a host of kindred and friends. Pa never joined the church in his life time, but always enjoyed going to church and hearing old line singing and preaching. In the later months of his Life, his illness kept him from going to church enjoying the things of life. In my memory of the years I knew him he was the same every day. he always had good words and a gentle smile when he went home. We miss him here more than words can every say. I hope our loss here is Heaven's gain. I want t to say to the mother and children, if I you want Io see Dad again, they will have to fall out with  sin and repent and live a life for Jesus Christ, our Saviour, where there'll be no sickness and parting no more. All will be joy, happiness, and love for ever more. One from us so dear is gone, A sweet voice around the home is stilled, There's a vacant seat in our home, That never can be filled. His sweet smiles no more we shall see, But smiles in Heaven there will always be, He's now in the arms of Sweet Jesus above, We will meet him someday on the wings of a dove. Written by his daughter-in-law in hope, Alice Mae Ousley

Ousley, Sallie ~ By request of the family, I write the obituary of Sister Sallie Ousley, the daughter of the late Joseph and Nancy Shepherd Hughes. She was born Oct.9,1884,and deceased Aug. 7,1973. She was married in 1904 to William Hager Ousley who preceded her in death in Sept. , 1941. Unto this union were born 11 children. One child preceded him in death in infancy, leaving 6 boys and 4 girls. Boys are: George, Stockbridge, Mich., Elder Claude, Shelby, Ohio, Johnnie, Plymouth, Ohio, Roe, Martin, Ky., Joe, Grass Lake, Mich .Raleigh, Ada, Ohio. Girls are: Bessie Stephens, and Susie Wright, both of Martin, Ky., Mary Shepherd, Warsaw, Ind., Anna Reed, Plymouth, Ohio. She also leaves many grandchildren and great-grandchildren to mourn their loss. Sister Sallie was a member of the Bethel Church of Old Regular Baptist, She had belonged to the church for more than 60 years and was a shining light to her children, relatives and friends. Sister Sallie bore the burden of being a preachers wife, as sacrifices had to be made by all the family so that Brother Hager could go to the aid of the people who would call on him in their distress. All of this, not for money, but for the love of God. Sister Sallie had been in ill health for several years. She lived with some of her children who cared for her the best they could. Mother is gone but her life will live on in the memories of those who knew her. We feel that several of her children have made preparations to meet Mother and Dad in Heaven. If any have not made peace with God, we pray that they will do so while life and opportunity affords them.  We could no on saying good things about Sister Sallie, but her life was her testimony of the Eternal Destiny of her. Sister Sallie went God's way, and not the way man might want. Written by Brother Monroe Vanderpool

Page, Mary ~ It is with much sadness we write an obituary of our dear Mother, Mary Page. She was born Oct.26,1884 to the late James and Nancy Caudill Thornsberry. She died June 16, 1973,at the age of .88. She was first married to John J. Amburgey. After his death she married Levi Page, who also preceded her in death. She leaves 6 daughters to mourn their loss, They are: Mattie Page and Nancy Page of Kite, K y. Tora Hall, Drift, Ky. Delia Newsome, Melvin , Ky. Emma Vance, Cleveland, Ohio. Delphia Vance,Bevinsvil1e, Ky. She also leaves 19 grandchildren. She raised one grandson, Kenneth Martin, as her own son. She also leaves 45 great-grandchildren and 2 greatgreat-grandchi1dren. Mother was a member of the Providence Church of Old Regular Baptist for 59 years and believed in the old fashion way. We all love and miss her very much, but we feel she went to that good home she often spoke of and that she felt t the Lord had prepared for her. Mother lived a good Christian life before us girls and the world. We know if we ever see her again, we will have to do as Mother and the Lord have taught us to do. Written by her broken-hearted daughters.

Powers, Elbert ~ It is with many memories and much sadness that 1 write the obituary of my loving husband, Elbert Powers Jr. He was born Nov.7,1928 to Elbert and Cordelia Powers, youngest of 3 children, and departed this life May 18,1973. In May, 1953, he was married to Lois Slone and unto this union was born 1 child, Deborah. There were many rough places in our lives,, but our love was strong and endured the hardships of life. Jr. joined the Joppa Regular Baptist Church on the first Sunday in October, 1964 and was baptized the same day. Shortly after he was baptized. Jr. felt a calling to the Ministry. He did not declare his calling to the church until May, 1970 when he made his first offering at the home of Brother Henry Tackett. He was ordained to the Ministry in October, 1972. Jr. had a wonderful experience with the Lord and he would tell me how good he felt when the Lord visited him in dreams. He stood for a clean church and believed that it should" be conducted according to the word of God. When trouble and strife came into the church, he became very disturbed. He loved God's people and the ways of the Lord. Debbie and I have been so lonesome since he left us and we miss him so very much. I believe, with all my heart, that his soul is resting with God and in the resurrection morning, both soul and body will go home to be with the Lord. Although, we were separated by that enemy death , I believe, by the hope within me, that we will be together again. To Debbie I would like to say, your Daddy was' a good man and wanted so much to see you turn to the Lord. Always remember his teachings and strive to meet him in Heaven. Daddy can' t come back to us, but we can go to him. Written by his wife, Lois Powers

Prater, Ira was born March 6, 1904 to Gilliam and Mary Jane Gillispie Prater. He departed this life Sept.23, 1972, making his stay here on earth 68 years,6 months, and 17 days. He was a retired mine-r and a faithful member of the Old Regular Baptist Church for 40 years. He was first married to Louise Wes. Later he was married to Clar Wright. He leaves to mourn their loss his wife; two sons: Tommy Prater of Greasy Creek and Bobby Prater of Iowa, four stepsons: Don aid Lee, Jerry, and Gary Wright of Rt.2 Pikevi11e,and Johnny Wright of Fort Wayne, In a ., on e stepdaughter: Mrs. Mary C. Kirby of Rt.2 Pikeville, three brothers: Perry Prater, of Greasy Creek, Alex Prater, . Akron, Ohio, and Willie Prater of Millerton, NY,  two sisters: Mrs. Brooxie Layne, Columbus, Ohio and Mrs. Lilly Harris, Ashland, Ky. , and seven grandchildren. We feel our loss is Heaven's gain. Written by his wife, Clara Patton about Dad but due to the space we had better close this obituary. He was ordained a Deacon the 3rd Saturday in August, 1970. Written by his wife, Nancy Jane, and children

Ramey, Sister Ellen ~ Sister Ellen Ramey was born May 14,1881 into the home of the late Jeff Moore and. Liza Mosley Moore. She departed this life Feb.20,1973 being 91 years 8 months and 20 days old at the time of her death. In early life she was wed to George Ramey , who preceded her in death in 1967. Their marriage was blessed to last 70 years. There were no children born unto this union. However Sister Ellen did raise five of. her nieces and nephews: these being: Pearl Ramey, Johnny Moore, Maggie Coburn, Erma Jean Combs and Bobbie Slone. In talking with the family Sister Ellen was more like a mother to them all. She leaves to mourn their loss one brother, Tommy Moore and a host of kindred and friends. In October, 1955 both Brother George and Sister Ellen were baptized into the fellowship of the Ball Branch Regular Baptist Church where they remained until their deaths. I would like to say to the family, Sister Ellen has gone the way of all the earth. We believe from the hope she left that her soul is at rest. I feel if she could speak back she would say to the ones that have not made peace with God to fall out with sin, repent and be born again.
Written by Elder Ralph Howard

Ramsey, Angie Tackett ~ was born in Pike County Kentucky on September 22, 1888. She was the daughter of the late Jay and Sarah Johnson Tackett. She was married to Daniel Boon Ramsey on Jan.25,1912,who preceded her in death in 1964. She passed from this life Jan. 22,1972,making her life stay on earth about 83 years and 4 months. She leaves to mourn their loss,7 children  3 boys and 4 girls. Boys: Victor and Virgil of South Webster, Ohio and Robert of Columbus, Ohio. Girls: Mrs. Opal Bogge of South Webster, Ohio, Mrs. Elsie McCann of Columbus, Ohio, Mrs. Anne Mae Smith, Cincinnati , Ohio , Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Holliday, Hilliard, Ohio. One brother, Calvin Tackett of Virgie. Ky. and 3 sisters: Mrs. Bertha Osborne, Virgie, Ky., Mrs. Cassie Burke and Mrs. Dixie Downs, both of Frankfort, Ky. She also leaves 22 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn her passing. The writer could not obtain much information of her everyday life but believes she was a member of the Long Fork Regular Baptist Church.  Written for the children by Elder Forest Osborne

Ramey, Hursel ~ By the help of the good Lord and my children. I will try to write an obituary of my dear husband, Hursel Ramey, He was born the son of John and Emily Gibson Ramey, May 4, 1915, and deceased July 3, 1973, at the age of 58 years and 2 months. He was joined in holy matrimony to Delphia Rowe Branham, the widow of Duvall Branham, Dec.31,1934. With this union, he accepted and loved her 5 fatherless children as though they were his very own. Left to mourn their loss is his wife and children: Millard Ray at home, Faye Haley, Paintsville, Reabel.Smal1 wood, Wheelwright, Goble, Stoutsville, Ohio, Jesse, Columbus, Ohio, 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Also 2 sisters: Mildred Bartley of Dayton, Ohio and Clara Rowe, Savannah, Georgia and a host of friends. Although Poppy never joined the church we believe his soul is at rest. One morning about one week before he passed away, he said, ''Honey, last night God came to my bed and forgave me of my sins, and when I am able, I want to be baptized. ' ' And from these words left us with a good hope. He was in the McDowell Appalachian Regional Hospital when he passed on. He was sick a few months over 1 year but he got worse the last 2 months of his life. He had many friends and if there was anyone that didn't like him, we never knew it. It pleased him very much when his friends came to see him to sit and talk. We called him Poppy with love and he always answered with love. We will miss seeing him in our home, but we will keep in our heart the wisdom and knowledge he gave us through the years. With much understanding and love so dear, Polly gave us with no fear. As long as life and memories will last, He will never fade from our past.   Written by his loving wife and children

Ratliff,  Melster Potter ~ I will try by the help of God, to write an obituary of my dear departed wife. Melster Potter Ratliff, the daughter of George and Sarah Ann Sykes Potter. She was born Jan. 18, 1912, in Dicker son Co. Va. and left this life July 1, 1973,making her stay on earth 61 years,6 months and 13 days She was one of a family of 10 children, 6 girls and 4 boys. On e sister, Mrs. Pebble Childers, two brothers, Ernest and Caudill and her father preceded her in death. Her first marriage was to Phillip Hartley, in 1943. After his death she and I were [parried on Oct.31,1969. No children were born to either marriage, but she became a stepmother to my two daughters by my first marriage when death separated their mother and me. Leaving to mourn her passing is her lonely husband, Ira Ratliff,- 2 brothers, Bassel Potter of Elkhorn City, Ky., Clayton Potter, Canton, Ohio; 4 sisters: Mrs. Opal Childers, Ashcamp, Ky., Mrs. Effie Hartley and Mrs. Zelma Cantrell, both of Elkhorn, City, Ky. and Mrs. Nora Marie Deel, Hays, Va.,2 stepdaughters, Mrs. Guinevere Gibson, Levonia, Mich., and Mrs. Gail Dean Slone, Pikeville, Ky., also many friends and relatives. She had been sick for some time; most of it under a doctors' care. She came to her end so unexpectedly. Sunday evening, she had driven to her Aunt Emma Sykes, to get her mother. She was able to drive home before God sent His Angels for her. Her spirit was then taken back to God, who gave it. Melster was such a good and humble person. She was continuously in prayer, which was the most wonderful thing of all. She was so good to me, and I was the same to her. We will all miss her so much, but I will be the loneliest one of all, for we were always together. The ministers of her funeral, Elder Clarida Sanders, Lloyd Sesco, Grove r Adkins and Monroe Jones, stated that Melster had only exchanged a world of trouble, sorrow, envy and strife, for a world of peace, joy and happiness. And I believe us they do that today she is sleeping in the arms of Jesus. Our hopes are of meeting her again someday; and when we meet, we will find her a beautiful flower in Gods' Garden of love, and basking in never-fading sunshine.  A lonely husband, Ira Ratliff

Reynolds, Joe ~ I will try with a sad heart to write an obituary of my dear husband, Joe Reynolds. He was born May 22, 1896 and passed away Jan.18, 1973. He was the son of Fred and Louise Turner Reynolds. He was married to Virgie Tackett Sept.29,1920,and unto this union were born 10 children; 4 preceded him in death, lit joined the church Aug. 20, 1948, and he loved to go as long as he was able to go. He would go to church when he was so sick he would have to come back home. He leaves his wife and 6 children, 27 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers and 1 sister and a host of friends and relatives to mourn their loss. If you children want to go where Father is you must fall out with sin and be born again. I know as long as I live, I will never forget the happy moments that we spent together, but one day soon by the grace of God I'll see him again. Written by his broken-hearted wife, Virgie Tackett Reynolds

Rowe, Edna M. ~ deceased this life May 27, 1973 I will by the help and guidance of my precious Savior write a few words in memory of my loving companion. We had 28 years of very happy married life together. Out of this 28 years we spent 26 years of happy life in the Old Regular Baptist family. Although she was sick for many a year with that terrible heart disease and many other diseases, she bore her troubles with much patience. She always filled her seat in church even if she wasn't able many, many times when most would have stayed home. God knows I have nothing to regret, for I did my best to make her as comfortable as possible. But when God saw fit to call her home to end her suffering, we had a little family started in that Heavenly country. A little rose bud he saw fit to pick for his garden, to wit our baby son was taken Oct.30,1950 at the age of 18 months and 17 days, with the terrible heart disease, and only weighed 13 pounds at death. Both their deaths are great and hard to bear, but surely after serving my Master for almost 27 years and desiring to do nothing else but to please my Lord and to let my light shine a little brighter, I will meet them both on the Sunny Banks of Sweet Deliverance.  Written by a lonely husband, McKinley Rowe

Sizemore, Alex ~ Ohio, Bertha Ousley Josie Scutchfield of Water of Romulus, Michigan; Minnie Derosse11, and By the help of the good Lord we will try to write an obituary of our dear father, Alex Sizemore, son of T. J. and Martha Goble Sizemore. He was born Dec.10,1885 and deceased Feb. 1, 1973 at the age of 87 years,1 month and 20 days. He was married to Alice Gray, on Jan.10,1907. Unto this union born 7 children. 1 boy Josie Owsley, of Ohio, Martha Francis, Eava Hughes and Seymore Sizemore of Franklin, Okeechobee, Florida, Laura Gap, Ky. and Octava Crookston 3 sisters: Julia Derossett, Bell Derossett all of Ky. 22 grandchildren,55 great-grandchildren and 16 great- great-grandchildren to mourn their loss. We feel sure our loss is Heaven's gain. He joined the Old Regular Baptist Church about 55 years ago and served as Deacon about 50 years. He always enjoyed being in the service of the good Lord and when he got disabled to go to church he was always calling for the Brothers and Sisters to come in his home and have services with him. Oh! how the good Lord would bless him to shout the praises of God. He would talk about the good Lord when he was in the hospital and clap those hands and praise God a short time before the death angel called him away. Oh! how Mom and all us children and friends miss him, but like David he cannot come back to us, but we can go and be with him in that beautiful city. Oh, we could write on and on about Dad, but we'1l close.
Written by his daughters Josie Owsley and Bertha Ousley

Slone, Elmo ~ It is with a sad and broken heart that I will try to write the obituary of my dear beloved husband, Elmo Slone. He was born May 26, 1916, at So ft Shel1,Ky. ,and departed this life April 24, 1973 at Shiloh, Ohio. making his stay on earth 56 years,10 months and 29 days. Elmo was the son of Marion and Sarah Slone. Both preceded him in death. He was married to Grace Owens Sept.17,1939 and to this union were born 3 children, 2 daughters:Mrs.Phyl1is Manuel , Shi1oh, Ohio and Mrs. Judy Thornsberry, Shelby, Ohio , and 1 son, Luther at home. He also leaves 2 grandchi1dren:Wi1 ma Jean and Paul Manuel: 2 sons-in-law: Lowell Thornsberry and Willard Manuel; 4 sisters' Mrs. Amy Martin, Mousie, Ky. , Mrs. Lovenia Combs, Hindman, Ky. , Mrs. Verna Bryant, Hampton, Va. , and Mrs. Gladys Workman,McGaheysvi11e, Va.;2 brothers: Christopher, Mousie and Ralph of  La Mirade, Calif. ;1 aunt, 3 uncles, a large number of nieces and nephews, friends and brothers and sisters in the Lord to mourn his death. Elmo carried the mail approximately 20 years. Whenever he could lend a helping hand to his neigh- Inns and friends, he was glad to do so. He worked hard to raise his family. Our oldest daughter, Phyllis joined the Old Regular Baptist Church when she was 16 years old. On the 4th Sunday in Nov., Elmo gave his hand to become a member of the Hall's Fork Regular Baptist Church and was baptized mi Christmas Day,1960 when the ice was two inches thick. He was a faithful member and served the Hall's Fork Church as Clerk and Treasureman until he became disabled to work and moved to Ohio to live with his son. Elmo obeyed God's call to the .try. He loved to read and study the scriptures and discuss the Bible with all those with whom he he came in contact. To go to church and meet with the Brothers and Sisters seemed to be his main desire. In Sept. before his death, Elmo was stricken ill with a severe heart attack. He was in the hospital for some time but was blessed to come home and stay with the family seven months before his fatal heart attack.  His death was sudden and I feel God spared him from another hospital stay. He dreaded staying in the hospital so very much. Our home is so lonesome now and can never be the same again. I want to say to the children that have have not  peace with God, fall out with sin and ask his forgiveness so you can live with Daddy a Man in that beautiful home God has prepared for limn who love and serve him. Elmo is deeply missed by everyone who knew him, but I feel our loss is Heaven's gain. We'll meet again someday to part no more.
Written by his broken-hearted wife, Grace Slone

Slone, Roosevelt ~ It is with much sadness that I try to write the obituary of my dear husband, Roosevelt Slone , He was born Nov.14,1904,to Joel and Mary Owens Slone and departed this 1ife on Dec. 7, 1972 . He was married to Margaret Casebolt on Jan.19,1928 and to this union were born 6 children: Sabrina, Betty, Mary, Lois, Bil1 and Clotine. Roosevelt joined the Old Regular Baptist Church at a called meeting in his home mill was baptized the 3rd Sun. in June, 1 972. He had been sick for a long time and was not able to attend church and enjoy his fellowship. But I believe that he has gone home to live with Jesus where he will not have to suffer anymore. He was such a good husband and father to our children We were so happy together. I believe that he is waiting on the other shore and that some day we will be together again. lour of our children have professed a hope in Christ and my prayers are -that our family circle will not be broken in Heaven.
Written by his wife, Margaret Slone

Slone, Viola ~ was the daughter of Claude and Maude Bradley Slone. She was born Aug.3, 1921 at Dema, Ky.. and deceased this life Oct.7,1972 at the Lady Of The Way Hospital, at Martin, Ky. She joined the Old Regular Baptist Church July 16,1967 and was baptized by Elder Green Bradley and Elder Bert Hall. She took her fellowship at the Old Caney Fork Church and remained there until death. She was faithful to fill her long as she was able to go. and enjoyed meeting with her brothers and singing the old time songs of Zion with the sisters to the honor and glory of God. She had one son, Dale Vernon Slone, and her Father, Claude Slone who preceded her in death. She has one brother, Edward of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and one sister, Mrs. Edd Amburgey of Eastern, Ky. She also leaves behind her mother and her loved ones, and her brothers and sisters of the Old Regular Baptist Church, many friends to mourn their earthly loss, but we believe our earthly loss was her Heavenly gain of peace and Joy. Written by Green Bradley

Spencer, Carl O. ~ I will try to write with great sadness an obituary of my Father, Carl 0. Spencer. He was the son of Henry and Euphemia Childers Spencer. He was born April 19,1903, in Breathitt County, Ky. and deceased Aug.15,1973, being 70 years and 4 months of age. Dec.24,1924, he was married to Lillie Martin Lewis. To this union were born 11 children. 4 sons and 7 daughters plus raising one granddaughter. Surviving chi1dren:Sons- Carl A. , Lexington , Ind. , Captain David, Wichita Falls, Texas, Ronald, Scottsburg, Ind .daughters : Mrs. Lena Bai1y, Scottsburg, Ind., Mrs. Frieda Amos and Mrs. Betty McClain, Lexington, Ind. , Mrs. Joyce Hacker Columbus, Ind., Mrs. Gladys White, Hanover, Ind. Dad was baptized 37 years ago into the Old Regular Baptist Church. He served faithfully at the J. B. Eversole Church at Charlestown, Ind., up until his death, Aug.15,1973. Dad was a devoted Deacon and Treasurer of the Church. Dad was a man of Faith, Love, Wisdom, Understanding, Patience, Sincerity and was fundamental in serving God. These are only a few words that describe the good Christian life of Dad. He had faith that everything would happen at the will of God. This is the faith that brings results in the end. The results of happiness even though some things might not happen as we want them to. The precious memories of Dad will live on and on. These memories which he left will be referred to and brought to our attention many times by people who knew him and loved him. This will always be enjoyed by us. Wherever Dad went he made friends and peace. He was respected by all and loved by many. We will never forget the wise counsel in faith that he gave us all. Written by his daughter and son-in-law. Sister Betty D. Spencer McClain Brother Roy L. McClain

Sturgill, Dollie ~ I will try in my weakness to write the obituary of my dear, sweet Mother, Dollie May Sturgill. She was born on No v. 8 , 1886 , and was called to her Heavenly Home on Sept. 19,1972,making her stay on earth 85 years,10 months and 11 days. She was married to Sam Sturgill when she was 17 and to this union were born 11 children; 8 girls and 3 boys. Two of the boys died when small. Her husband preceded her in death more than 30 years ago. She remained a true Christian widow al1 these years. She was blessed to raise 8 daughters, one son and one granddaughter • One daughter, Emma Jane Ramsey, passed away 1 year , 1 month and 19 days before Mama did. She was a good Christian person. I feel they are walking the Golden Streets of Heaven together, awaiting the rest of us. This leaves 7 daughters, one son, 69 grandchildren and 2 sisters to mourn their loss. Also a host of friends, neighbors, brothers and sisters in the church* This old world was made a better place to live for many; by my mother having passed this way. It can never be the same without her. Mama joined the Old Regular Baptist Church on Island Creek and remained a faithful member over 50 years. She filled her seat at the old church every third Sat. and Sun. as long as she was able. She enjoyed being with her brothers and sisters in the church. She was not ashamed to shout and praise the Lord and tell everyone about the beautiful home in Heaven that would be hers when this 1ife was over. Mama was blessed to see her 9 children and the granddaughter she raised, profess a hope in Christ. Seven joined the Old Regular Baptist Church and 3 belong to the First Baptist Church. If every mother could raise her family in the fear and admonition of the Lord as she did, this old world would be a better place to live. She was not only a light to her family, but to her neighbors and friends. Everyone loved her. She loved everybody and always had a smile for everyone. She was so understanding and wise. We were never afraid to go to her with our problems. She would always give us good advice. I miss her so much. I think of so many things I want to talk over with her; by the help of the good Lord I hope to see her again when this life is over - I feel it won't. be long.
A Mother from us is gone
A voice we loved is still
A place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled
Oh dear Mother how we miss you
We al nine love you so
Jesus called you home to Heaven
We all know you had to go
We all hope someday to meet you
where we shall never part no more
So be watching Mother, watching
We will meet you at Heaven's door
Written by her broken hearted daughter, Myra West

Tackett, Arizonia ~ It is with a sad and broken heart that I will try by the help of God to write a short obituary of my wife, Arizonia  Bryant Tackett. She was born May. 13, 1908, and deceased Nov.27,1972,making her stay on earth 64 years, 6 months and 14 days. She was the daughter of Pharo and Betty Bryant. She was married to Elmer Tackett Feb.26,1925. Unto this union were born 11 children. One preceded her in death as an infant (Gearldine) . She leaves to mourn her death, her husband, Elmer, 5 sons: Bill , Herbert, and Roy of Virgie, Ky., Carl, Jonancy, Ky. and Arvel,Pikevi1le, Ky. and 4 daughters: Irene Tackett, Dorothy F. Tackett t and Ethel Mae Damron, Virgie , Ky., and Madeline Newsome, Flint, Mich. She also leaves 37 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters, Mrs. Newsome, and Eliza Flanery, Virgie, Ky. She joined the Old Regular Baptist Church at Robinson Creek the 1st Sat. in March, 1956. She was a faithful member as long as her health permitted. Being in such poor health the last year she lived, she spent most of her time in the hospital. She was at her daughter's home (Irene) when God called for her to come home. We stood by her bed so long, and watched her suffer. We sincerely believe that she will never have to suffer anymore. May God have many blessings for those who helped her and her family before and after her death. We shall always remember and be grateful to them. She was loved by her family, neighbors, and everyone who knew her. We believe that our loss is Heaven's gain. I would like to close this obituary with a poem I have written with the love from my heart to Arizonia Dona Tackett. Arizona Tackett my beloved wife Is now gone to rest, Where T believe God does await With my wife at the Golden Gates, So here on earth I must try to do The will of God preached in his name So I can also enter the wonderful land Where all of the suffering of mankind Js taken into God's hands, Written by her broken.-hearted husband.  Elmer Tackett

Tackett, George ~ It is with much sadness that I try to write an obituary of my dear husband, George Tackett. He was the son of Able and Susie Caudill Tackett. He was born March 19,1913 and deceased this life Nov.3,1972. He was married to Dixie Vance Tackett, March 9,1932. To this union one son was born, who preceded him in death. He leaves one daughter, Andrea Tackett of Weeksbury, Ky. He also leaves a foster daughter, Norma Jean Tackett, Huntington, Ind. and a foster son, Frank Vernon Tackett, Huntington, Ind., one sister, Mendia Tackett„ Melvin, Ky., and one brother, Claude Tackett, River Rouge, Michigan. He was a good husband and a good father. He was so good and kind to everyone and was always ready to help those in need. George never did attach himself to any church but he loved to go to church. He believed in the Old Regular Baptist Church. He had been in poor health for about eight years. If he had any enemies, I don't know who they are. We all miss him so much and our home is oh, so lonely since he went away. It will never be the same any more. I asked George on his death bed if there was anything against him. He said there was nothing in his way. He was ready to go to Heaven. His sister came in /just a few minutes before he passed away. She said, ''George, pray. The Good Lord can do more for you than all the doctors can.'' He said, ''Sis, I have been doing that a long time.'' One evening as the sun was setting low, the death angels came and took him to Heaven. We know he will be happy up there with the angels in that beautiful city. He has gone to live with the Lord in a place where no more pain or death can enter. We will miss George so much. Now I am just waiting for the good Lord to call for me; then I will be with him again. Children, if you ever want to see Daddy again, you will have to fall out with sin and live for the good Lord. He will always be remembered by all his friends and neighbors for being so good and kind to all. We miss him so much. We loved him so much. Written by his broken-hearted wife, daughter and his only sister, Mendie Tackett

Tackett, Judy ~ As we feel the Lord has given us the mind to write the obituary of Little Sister Judy, born Mar.13,1902 and deceased this life Mar.28, 1972,being 70 years old. She was the daughter of Robert and Martha Stepp. She was preceded in death by three husbands: Jake McKinney, Able Tackett and Willie Tackett. Survivors include: 1 brother, Vollie Stepp, Pikeville, Ky. 1 sister, Josephine Hamilton, Virgie, Ky. , 2 sons: Stonewall Jackson McKinney, Weeksbury, Ky and Robert McKinney of Palm Desert, Calif. , 2 daughters: Martha Mullins of Price, Ky., and Mrs. Eunice Luster of Upper Sandusky, Ohio. She also leaves 15 stepchildren , 19 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 1 great- great-grand children. Sister Judy was a bright and shining light to all who knew her. She was a true soldier of the cross and had been in the blessed church of Old Regular Baptist of Jesus Christ for 38 years. She was only a member of 2 churches, the Old Samaria, and the Robinson Creek Church, having moved her membership at the request of old man J. W. Hamilton to go as an arm to the Robinson Creek Church. So many times she told us that Heaven was her home. I can just see her with her arm raised toward Heaven telling of God's- merciful goodness. Her shouting penetrated our souls. It was like a light from Heaven. So many times she crossed hills and mountains in winter and summer, to go to the old time meetings she loved so well. I don't believe there was ever a sister, who tried harder to live the life for Christ than Little Sister Judy. It always gladdened our hearts, to see her praising, the Great God of all Glory and Greatness. In her last days she came down upon her deathbed with that dreadful disease, cancer. She bore her sickness patiently , and many a time, she led the brethren to come and have church. Sister Judy's little frail face would light up with the light of Heaven and God would strengthen her body might enable her to praise him once more. Finally the impels of death came and Sister Judy gathered her robes around her, and looking toward Heaven, she will asleep in Jesus' arms. Oh, Children, prepare to meet your mother for He said, ''He that cometh unto me I will in no wise cast out. ' ' Sister Judy has this marked in her Bible, that she gave to her fleshly brother. She also had over one hundred passages marked in it. We know that our loss is her eternal gain, so I will say to her children, be good to each other above all strive to meet Mother up yonder.
Written by Vollie Stepp and Emogene Bryant

Tackett, Lint ~ I will try to write a short sketch of the life of a dear brother , to-wit: Lint Tackett. He was the son of George and Tena Tackett. He was married to Martha Johnson Tackett, March 30,1913. To this union were born 6 children: 4 girls and 2 boys: Victoria Vanover, Weeksbury, Ky., Vada Hall, Gibraltar, Mich., Hazel Vanover, Weeksbury, Ky., Ann Holts, Ecorse, Mich., Truman and Herman Tackett of Weeksbury, Ky. He joined the Old Regular Baptist Church one Saturday in July, 1960. He was a faithful member. His wife Martha and daughter Hazel, also are members of the Joppa Church of Old Regular Baptist. He was born May 25,1891, and deceased Feb. 9, 197 3, making his stay here on earth 82 years, 3 months, and 16 days. He was loved by all who knew him. He was a good humble Father and Brother, and lived a good life in the church. I want to say to his children, if they ever want to see Father again, they have to be born again. May God bless them all to fall out with sin and meet him in Heaven. I say to the Old Joppa Church you have lost a good member, but we believe our loss is Heaven's gain. I could write so many good things about him, but I better close by saying, sleep on Bro. Lint, until we meet in that Resurrection Day, never to part any more. His Memorial Meeting will be the 4th Sat. and Sun. in June, 1974, at his home at Weeksbury, Ky. by the Old Regular Baptist Preachers. Everyone is invited to come. Written by a broken-hearted brother, Rev. Alvin Caudill

Thornsberry, Bertha ~ With much sadness I will attempt to write the obituary of Bertha Thornsberry. She was born Aug.10, 1918 in Pike Co. Ky., the daughter of Will and Martha Music Tackett Sister Bertha deceased this life Aug.13,1972 in a car wreck in Lewisburg, Ohio.  She joined the Joppa, Old Regular Baptist Church the first Sunday in June, 1970. She was a faithful lumber. Oh, how I miss her calling me on Sunday Morning to see if I was ready to go to church. We always went together to see the sick and enjoy ourselves together Sister Bertha left 3 children, 1 daughter and Hazel Warren of Mich.. Ralph and Rush Little, Mich. also. Also 3 stepdaughters, and 4 stepsons to mourn their loss. Sister Bertha called me before she left and told them she was going to see her children. She said, You are the only one who knows at this time that I'm going, so I'll see you in 3 weeks." My answer to her was, Bertha, I can't live that long without you. know my heart was broken when I heard the news. I'm in hope she will be waiting by the gate for me so we can join hands together and go strolling through the Promise Land together, where we will part no more.
Written by her friend, Alvonia Hall

Wicker, Crit ~ By the help of God I will try to write an obituary of Crit Wicker, who was born on April 19,1901 and deceased this life Oct.22,1972, making his stay on earth 71 years,6 months, and 3 days. Some 46 years ago he was married to Annie Hunter Wicker. To this union were born 7 children, 3 sons and 4 daughters: Kendall, Eugene, Randal, Arvena Allen, Renessa Bays, and Lavone Bays. One child preceded him in death. He also leaves 2 bro, 2 Sisters, Pearle and Dollie, mid 13 grandchildren to mourn his death. Some 38 years ago Bro. Crit professed a hope in Christ, and joined the Stone Coal Church where he w ft m a faithful member till his death. Bro. Crit was an ordained deacon and served the office as well as he possibly could. He was always willing to lend a helping hand for the up building of the church.  Many times he would leave his home with a handful of stuff to sell for the church, walking sometimes for miles before he would return home. Never at any time would you hear him complain but he always did it with a willing heart. I think his life here is an open book to his family and to all that knew him. As the Bible says (Let your light shine where men may see your good works and glorify our Father which is in Heaven). The life he lived here should assure his family that he was a child of God, and it would do them good to walk in his footsteps. I want to say to his children and to his relatives that mourn his death that if Bro. Crit could speak back he would tell you not to weep over him but rather weep for yourself and choose Christ as your Saviour and join him in that heavenly country where there is no sorrow or death. Sister Annie, I know you will spend many lonesome hours here on earth but I'm sure you can rejoice over the wonderful life that Bro. Crit lived. Yes, I feel there is a vacant seat in the Stone Coal Church but I believe there has been another one filled in Heaven. I must close this obituary as it is getting lengthy but I want to say these last words to his children, you know your dad loved you, how he labored for over 40 years on the Railroad so that he could raise you here, now the least you could do is to take heed and obey the wonderful counsel Father gave you and you too can join him in that beautiful land called Heaven. Written by Elder Carl Tuttle

Wicker, Kelly ~ It is with much sadness but with my precious memories that I will try with the help of the Lord to write the obituary of a dear husband. Kelly was born Jan.19,1906, and deceased May 14,1973,at the age of 67. He was the son of John Bud and Louisa Fugate Wicker. He was married to Edna Gibson Wicker March 23, 1926. Unto this union were born 3 sons and 1 daughter: Worlington, Mousie, Ky., B. J. Chicago, II1. , Billy B. , Dayton, Ohio, and Anna Jones, Topmast, Ky. He is survived ii 1 so by 7 grandchildren 2 brothers, Monroe and Jack Wicker and 4 sisters: Mrs. Forrest Johnson, Mrs. Frank Robinson, Mrs. Elbert Salmons, and Mrs. Sheldon Maggard. Kelly united with the Regular Baptist Church on Feb. 19,1950, and was baptized by Bro. Banner Manns and Bro. Alex Coburn. He took his fellowship with the Stone Coal Church. He lived a wonderful devoted Christian life and was loved by all who knew him. He was a faithful member, but due to his illness, he was not able to attend church several months before his death. He was such an humble person and a wonderful father to his children. He will be greatly missed by all, but we feel and believe that our loss is Heaven's gain. I could go on writing of his goodness, but it isn't necessary. I feel and believe with all my heart that I will meet him again where there will be no more sorrow or death. Written by his wife, Edna Wicker