NORTHERN NEW SALEM ASSOCIATION
Old Regular Baptist of Jesus Christ
Held with
Little Angel Church
July 31, August 1, 2, 1987

OBITUARIES

Submitted by Peggy Mullins Brock

Adams, Glen-By the help of God, I will try to write the obituary of a dear brother in the Lord, Glen Adams. He was the son of Lester Adams and Justine Hampton Adams. He was born June 14, 1932 and died May 28, 1987. This making his stay on earth 54 years, 11 months and 14 days. He leaves to mourn his passing a loving wife, Mary Lou and four lonely children, two sons — Richard Glen and Robert Wayne, two daughters — Wanda Cheryl and Glenna Marie. Also two grandchildren — Donnie and Channon Davis. His blessed old mother Justine Bronson and six brothers — Wendell, James, Carl, Harlis, Charles and Ralph. Brother Clen called for me to come to the hospital to see him. I visited with him two or three times a day for almost two weeks before he died. His sweet face would light up each time I went and he would greet me with a big smile and handshake. With his mother and loving wife standing by he gave me his hand to become a member of the Little Family Church. He said, "I feel God has saved my soul and I want to join the church and I want to be baptized when I get able." He never lived to be baptized in the water but he said, "I feel I have been baptized with the Fire and The Holy Ghost." I said that's what counts. You must be born again if you ever get to Heaven. Brother Glen and his good wife loved the Little Family Church. He will be sadly missed by the church, his loving family and many friends. But we feel our loss is Heaven's gain. In my closing, I want to say to his wife and children: Make Daddy's God your God and meet Daddy in Heaven some sweet day. And my prayers for his brothers are that if they have not yet turned to God and repented, that they will do so and meet Brother Glen in Heaven some sweet day. To the family: May God Bless you all. May God Bless Woodrow and Eva. Brother Glen loved you both so much and Woodrow was so good to go see him.
Written by Elder Roy Caudill

Akers, Sam-I will try, by the help of the Lord, lo write an obituary of my dear Dad, Sam Akers. He was born on October 3, 1906 in Pike County, Kentucky. He died September 22, 1986 in Blue Ridge, Georgia, making his stay here on earth seventy-nine years, eleven months, and nineteen days. He was the son of the late Joe Akers and Minda (Howell) Akers of Pike County, Kentucky. Early in life, he met and married Vanie Francis Compton on December 9, 1932. To this happy union was born three daughters and one son. One daughter, Wanda Vivian, preceded him in death. Left behind to mourn his loss are Betty Lee Caldwell, Margaret Lewis, and Carman Akers, all of Blue Ridge, Georgia, seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Dad also leaves one half brother, James Meade, Flemingsburg, KY, and two half-sisters, Mrs. Catherine Davis, Southgate, MI, and Mrs. Hazel Ford, Ecorse, MI. Dad was also preceded in death by his wife, Vanie Francis Akers, and three brothers, Johnny, George, and Charlie Akers. Dad joined the Little Ida Church of Old Regular Baptist June 14, 1964. He was baptized June 21, 1964 and was ordained as a deacon. He loved the church and was faithful to it. In 1971, he retired and moved from Lincoln Park, Michigan to Blue Ridge, Georgia. He didn't get to go to the Little Ida Church as often as he wanted to but he always remembered the church and the people. Dad would meet people in Georgia and tell them about his church, the good preaching and singing they would have, and would tell them they should come and visit the church. When Dad could make it back to Michigan, he would always call Elder Ralph Caudill and tell him he wanted to come to church. Dad was a good, honest man who always had a smile, even in death. I have that hope that I can see Dad again. Services were conducted September 25, 1986 at the Little Ida Church, Ecorse, Michigan, with Ralph Caudill officiating. Burial followed in the Michigan Memorial Park, Flat Rock, Michigan. "Earth hath no sorrows, that heaven can't heal," As I softly repeat it, great comfort I feel, And I long to reach out to those in the storm Of sorrow's dark night and point to the morn,
When joy will abound up there in the skies,
As God gently wipes the tears from our eyes,
Oh, then we'll see clearly the face we adore
And greet our dear loved ones who've gone on before,
Gone every heartache that here we may feel,
For "earth hath no sorrows that heaven can't heal."
Written by his son, Carman Akers

Amburgey, Lester-By the help of the good Lord, I will try to write the obituary of Bro. Lester Amburgey. Bro. Lester was born Feb. 22, 1921 in Knott County, Bath, Kentucky. He was born the son of the late Monroe Amburgey and Dicy Collins Amburgey. Bro. Lester had heart problems for the last few years, and after much sickness, on April 24, 1987 about 8:30 A.M. God seen fit to take Bro. Lester home where no sickness comes. Being 66 years, 2 months, and 2 days old. On May 14, 1948 he married Georgia Collins. To this union was born six children. Leaving to mourn his loss, his wife, three boys, and two girls all of Connersville, Ind. where Bro. Lester worked and raised his family. They are Lester Jr., Larry Wayne, Robert Allen, and Wilbur Joel (who was drowned in 1974), Wanda Sue Kaiser, and Joyce Ann Evans, eleven grandchildren, and two step grandchildren also of Connersville. Three brothers: Haymond of College Corner, Ohio; Wiley of Litt Carr, Kentucky; Monroe Jr. of Connersville, Ind. Two sisters; Verda Franklin of Mallie, Kentucky and Cindy Hammonds of Clarksville, Indiana and many friends and loved ones. His parents, one son, one brother, and two sisters preceded him in death. On Sept. 21, 1974 Bro. Lester joined The Old Regular Baptist Church at Little Children's Home, and was baptized by Elder Roy Caudill and Elder Zee Holbrook. He was a good and faithful servant. He soon felt his calling to the ministry and he sure loved the old time way. His favorite song's were, "How I Came To Love These Pilgrims" and "Two Coats." In 1979 Bro. Lester felt the Lord wanted him to take his letter to the Little Bethel Church at Sligo, Ohio, where he was welcomed with much love and fellowship. Bro. Lester loved all the churches and he would travel many miles to church even when he was not able to go, but when the Lord would bless him, he would always say, "I am glad I went." Bro. Lester, Sis. Georgia, and I went many places to church and had many happy times praising the good Lord and he enjoyed that so much. There is so much I could say about Bro. Lester, but children, we feel he has gone where no sickness and sorrow can come, and by the grace of God if you will look to the same God that Bro. Lester looked to then, when Jesus comes we can all go Home together.
Written by Elder Zee Holbrook

Bailey, Rant-It is with many precious memories we write this obituary of our father, Rant Bailey. He was the son of the late Sampson and Genora Bailey. He was born May 29, 1907 and died March 18, 1986, making his stay on earth 78 years and 10 months. He was married to Dora Ellen Knipp who preceded him in death in 1977.To this union were born eight children. Two sons: Harold Bailey of Hitchens, Kentucky and Bobby Bailey of Columbus, Ohio. Six daughters: Vivian Cordle of Grove City, Ohio; Betty Schlaechter of Columbus, Ohio; Inetta Johnson of Mansfield, Ohio; Genetta Middleton of Groveport, Ohio; Carol King of Baltimore, Ohio; Helen Walker of Alliance, Ohio. There were 21 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends Daddy was a member of the Macedonia Church of Grahn, Kentucky for more than fifty years. He was a faithful member of the church and he had a genuine love for his church and his God. Daddy, how I would like to see you and hear your voice again. But God knew you were tired and the hills were hard to climb, so he gently closed your weary eyes and whispered, "Peace be thine."
Written by your loving daughters, Betty and Genetta

Becraft, Clittie Jean -By the help of the good Lord we will try to write this obituary of our dear loving Mother. We believe God sent his angel and took her to that beautiful home he prepared for his children. Mother was born in Pike County, Kentucky January 8, 1916, deceased this life November 27, 1986, making her stay upon earth 70 years, 10 months and 26 days. Mother was the daughter of the late Hart Newsome and Myrtle Damron Newsome. Mother married her first husband Ellis Damron in 1932. He preceded her in death Sept. 8, 1966. To this union was born eight children. Three sons and five daughters. Seven children are still living, one daughter is deceased. She has one sister still living and one brother Frank Newsome, deceased. She also leaves 22 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren and many friends and relatives to mourn her loss. Mother married her second husband Audley W. Becraft in 1953. He preceded her in death April 20, 1971.Mother joined the Lily of the Valley Church of the Old Regular Baptist on Sept. 26, 1971 and had her membership there. Mother was Baptized by Bro. Chester Newsome and Bro. Jessie Pack and filled her seat as long as she was able to go. Mother loved the church and her brothers and sisters. We all miss her so much. Mother has one daughter in the Old Regular Baptist Church and one daughter in the Freewill Baptist Church. Mother came to Youngstown in 1953. She worked for 15 years for St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center. Mother passed away in her sleep November 27 on Thanksgiving morning 1986. Her daughter found her in bed where she died of a heart ailment. The children will never forget the shock and grief that was with us all on that Thanksgiving morning. Mother just went to sleep in Jesus' arms. We believe with all our hearts that Mother is at rest now with sweet Jesus, where she won't have to suffer any more pain and heart aches. I would like to say to the other children: If you want to see Mother again, repent and be born again in Christ our Lord and live for Jesus our Saviour and Lord. We feel our loss is Heaven's gain. Mother is gone but not forgotten.
Written by her son-in-law and Brother in hope, Brother George Hylton, Youngstown, Ohio

Belcher, Floyd-With the help of God, I will try to I write the obituary of a dear brother in j the Lord, Floyd Belcher. He was born ' June 6, 1900 and died June 10, 1987, making his stay on earth 87 years and 4 days. On December 8, 1920 he married Cora Belcher. To this union was born nine children. One daughter passed away as a baby. Also, his good wife preceded him in death in September 1979. At the time of his passing he leaves to mourn five sons — Benny, Dennis, Henry, Hersie and Johnny. Also, three daughters — Peggy Cox, Ellen Burton, and Marie Swanner and one brother — Leonard, 22 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren. Brother Belcher saw the need of a savior as a young man and repented of his sins and was born into the family of God about 65 years ago. He joined the Old Regular Baptist in West Virginia. He moved to Ohio about 32 years ago and he started coming to the Little Family Church 25 years ago and was faithful to attend as long as he was able. How all the Little Family Church members loved this dear brother. He was sick a long time with that terrible disease: cancer. He bore his sickness with patience. I visited him so many times and held prayer for him. He always had a smile and a friendly handshake. He would tell us to pray for him and his children. Brother Hampton was also good to go visit him and hold prayer and there were others of the church who visited him. Bless God that his suffering is over and our loss is heaven's gain. Now to his children. They were so good to wait on him and especially Ellen. She waited on him so patiently. May God bless you all and if you children and grandchildren want to see Dad and Papaw again, make his God your God. He will be sadly missed by his family, by the Little Family Church and by a host of relatives and friends. May God bless you all, is my prayer.
Written by Elder Roy Caudill

Coffey, Dormant-It is surely with a heavy heart that I undertake this requested task of writing the obituary of such a dear brother and friend. Brother Dormant Coffey was the son of late Columbus and Margaret (Wireman) Coffey of Magoffin County, Kentucky. He was blessed with a journey of 17 years. Early in life he chose a life-long companion, Margaret Hale who shared life's pleasures and sorrows. This union was blessed with four wonderful children and suffered the loss of one son. Bro. Dormant was a wonderful deacon and was faithful to that office to the end. He was more than willing to help in all of the associations he visited. His passing was so quick that the full impact will not be realized until the associations meet. He worked hard at his profession as well. He drilled gas wells for England Gas Co. for about 12 years. They moved to Ohio in 1951 where he worked for the B&O Railroad and operated his farm until retirement. Brother Dormant is survived by his wife (Margaret); a son, Arnold of Ray, Ohio; and 2 daughters, Marjorie Brooks of Glen Roy, Ohio and Mildred Ross of Ray, Ohio. He is also survived by 3 brothers and 4 sisters: Liberty of Ray, Ohio; Curt of Jackson; Winford of North Fairchild, Ohio. Sisters: Rebecca Moore of Jackson, Ohio; Susie Shephard of Shiloh, Ohio; Bertha Phips of Greenwich, Ohio; and Edith Owsley of McArthur, Ohio. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. After a rewarding 77 years, God spoke to our beloved brother and said "Lay down your cross. Welcome home." Brother Dormant just went away with the greatest friend of mankind, Jesus. His body was laid to rest until God unites them forever where there is no cancer or sting of death and no victory for a cruel grave.
Elder Paris C. Tackitt

French, Mary E. -Psalms 143:8, "Cause me to hear thy loving kindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust, cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee." Sister Mary French found the way of the Lord and walked therein for many years until the night of February 6, 1987 when the angel was sent to a quiet hospital room in the Oakwood Hospital, Dearborn, Michigan, to take her soul to rest. It was a peaceful rest from the toils and afflictions that beset Sister Mary for so many years. Sister Mary was one of five children born into the home of the late K. R. and Fairbell (Kelly) Dorton, on August 4, 1915 in Varney, Kentucky. At an early age in 1930, she married Amos Young. To this union were born eleven children. Her husband and five children preceded her in death. Later, she married Wilburn Hall. He preceded her in death in 1956. In 1958, Mary married Eldredge French, who also preceded her in death in 1977. Mary was no stranger to seeing death claim her loved ones.
She was blessed to see all her remaining children grow into adulthood and enjoyed the fruit of her labor in this life. She was blessed to live on God's footstool 71 years, 6 months, and 2 days. Left to mourn the loss of their Mother are 6 children: five girls and one boy. They are Mrs. Ruth Orfanos, South Bend, Indiana; Opal Jost, South Bend, Indiana; Matilda White, Las Vegas, Nevada; Mildred Burlbaw, Ecorse, Michigan; Midge Kough, Allen Park, Michigan; and Paris Young, Allen Park, Michigan. She also leaves behind one stepson, Earmel Young, Columbus, Ohio; a sister, Lillie Chaffin, Clearwater, Florida; 21 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and a host of relations and friends. In September, 1947, Sister Mary professed a hope in the Lord, put her faith to good works, and was baptized into the fellowship of the Pilgrim Home Church, Old Regular Baptist, Pike County, Kentucky. In 1984, she brought her membership to the Little Ida Church, Ecorse, Michigan, where she remained an active member until her death. She loved to be among the brothers and sisters to receive the spiritual blessings of the Lord. She told Bro. Arvid Blevins that when she was alone at home the Lord sent many angels to comfort her in her little home and she was never alone. Her talk was ever on the goodness of the Lord and never on her afflictions, which she suffered with much patience. Now her labors are over here, and her trust in the Lord will be rewarded with a home in a beautiful land — Heaven, where she will walk in the newness of the Lord forever more. To her dear children, who loved Mother: Her voice will not more be heard here, but the memories will linger on in your hearts of one who loved you. She spoke so fondly of each of you. Remember her faith and love in the Lord. Turn to her God, serve Him, so that you may meet her in a beautiful land, where her soul is at rest until that great day dawns. Love each other and remember Mother's loving ways while she was with you here.
Your servants in Christ, Elder Arvid Blevins, Elder Ralph & Sister Leona Caudill

Damron, Tolby J. - of Route 1, Ray, Ohio, was born February 8, 1900 in Pike County, Kentucky, and departed this life Tuesday, March 10, 1987, making his stay on Earth 87 years and 30 days. He was the son of the late James Madison Jackson Damron and Alafair Newsome Damron. He was married May 15, 1922, to Eva Roberts, who survives. Also surviving are five daughters: Mrs. Gladyn Myers, Sciotodale; Mrs. Elvira Turner, Dayton; Mrs. Arthur (Laura) VanBibber, Chillicothe; Mrs. Perry (Edith) Horton, Thurman; and Mrs. James (Elaine) Owen, Columbus; six sons; Chad, Bradenton, Florida; Brad and George, Palmetto, Florida; Jim, Antigua, West Indies; Douglas, Ellenton, Florida; and John, Winter Springs, Florida; 51 grandchildren; and 86 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son, Daniel; one daughter, Vivian Compton; and five grandsons. He was a retired contractor and attended the Old Regular Baptist Church. The life of Tolby J. Damron was not about amassing great wealth or power; it was about the making of a family and teaching values for a lifetime. It was about picnics on the farm with the whole family, meeting his friends in church on Sunday, walking on the ridge hunting ginseng, training horses and oxen, and watching a sunset in the golden days of autumn. His life was an accumulation of treasures. Sharing nearly 65 years with I lie woman he married was a large part of this. Thirteen children, 51 grandchildren and 86 great-grandchildren was some of it. He had patience and understanding to deal with the different personalities of all 13 children. He gave them a sense of all that was good, right, and decent  a legacy for life. But for all this, the greatest treasure he gave them was the mother who has no equal. Knowing that man judges by results and achievements and profits or loss, but God judges by what we are-not what we've done, he set about to instill in his children values for living. Hard work, fairness and concern for others was his way of life. He taught them that God may not forget their failures but He sees success when no one else does. He looked to the latter part of his life . . . knowing that some of what he was will live on in the lives of others. He never felt the fear of death nor that he had come to the end of his days and his life hadn't mattered. He knew that his life had made a difference to others; he had an impact on many people, shaping their lives in countless ways. He lived his life, not by the fear of death, but by the joy of living. This was a man who died living. He walked unafraid through the valley of the shadow of death because God walked with him. He was truly alive his 87 years ... he was not afraid to die. Contributed by his daughter, Edith Horton

McDaniel, Elzena Tuttle-In deep sorrow, I will try with the help of the good Lord, to write our loving Mother's obituary. Elzena Tuttle McDaniel was born February 22, 1910, unto Isom and Susie Slone Tuttle of Knott County, Kentucky. She married Levi Tuttle July 28,1928. Levi was the son of Tom and Hanna Collins Tuttle, from North Carolina. All preceded her in death. She bore 5 children. Two preceded her in death. She leaves two daughters: Mary Magdelein Patrick of LaGrange, Indiana; and Kathleen Gibson of Stroh, Indiana; and one son: Adrian Tuttle of Mesa, Arizona. Four step-children: Forrest Tuttle, Lackey, Kentucky; Arron Tuttle, Eastern Kentucky; Ray Tuttle, Milan, Indiana; and Cordi Wicker, St. Marys, Ohio. Her husband Leburn McDaniel, West Carrollton, Ohio. One sister: Mealie Lynch, Franklin, Ohio. Three brothers: Sam Tuttle, Garrett, Kentucky; and Rile Tuttle, Eastern Kentucky. Several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also preceding her in death were one sister Serilda Smith, West Carrolton, Ohio; two brothers: George Tuttle, Stroh, Indiana; and Hillard Tuttle, who was missing in action during W.W.II. Also one grandson and one granddaughter. She joined and was baptized in the Old Regular Baptist Church on September 9, 1979, at the House of Prayer in Ohio, and lived true and faithful until God called her home on September 9, 1985.I am thankful to the good Lord for helping her hold on to life until I could get there to hold her hand and talk to her about the good meetings that we had been having. As I held her hand, I thought of how strong and rough her hands were, yet how kind and gentle and loving a Mother she was. She promised to go to Church with me next week. Then she looked toward Heaven and said "Lord, I am going blind." I kissed her but her spirit had gone back to God who gave it. Where pain and sorrow is no more, to rest near the throne of God until the resurrection. Written by her son and Brother in faith. Adrian Tuttle

Hall, Cecil - was born July 21, 1925 in Harold, Kentucky to the late Bill and Mary (Frasure) Hall. He died May 28, 1985. He married Mildred Newsom on April 18, 1947. Unto this union five children were born. He is survived by his wife, Mildred; five children: Velma (Joe) Fulton, LaDon (Sheila) Hall, Brenda (Jesse) Taylor, Michael (Barb) Hall, and Mona (Rodger) Harrison, all of Michigan. Seven grandchildren: Kimberly Ostrowski, George Voulgaris, David Johnson, LaDon, Michael and Eric Hall, and Rodger Harrison. One great-grandchild: Michael Ostrowski (whom he never got to see). He also leaves five brothers: Tivis of Pikeville, Kentucky; Bill, Jr., Bert, and O.C., all of Peebles, Ohio; Dean of Blue Creek, Ohio. Three sisters: Frances Thacker of Harold, Kentucky; Goldie Parsons of Peebles, Ohio; and Glenda Ruth Collins of Belleville, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and three sisters. Cecil was admitted to the hospital on May 16, 1985 and on the second day became comatose. The family prayed that if he had to be taken, for the Lord to allow him to regain consciousness long enough to call upon Him. Our prayers were answered and Brother Marvin Hall came to his bedside and prayed with him and asked him if everything was all right between him and the Lord. He opened his eyes and nodded his head "yes" and squeezed Brother Marvin's hand. Therefore, we sincerely believe that the Lord had mercy on him. The family requested that I write his obituary two years ago. But, to write it would mean having to accept the reality of losing someone I loved very much. He referred to me as his "secretary", but this task was the hardest one I've every undertaken for him. To his children: Although your dad did not live to enjoy the freedom of repentance, you can be thankful that the Lord spared him long enough to repent. We have a very loving God. If Cecil could have spoken to you, I believe he would have begged you not to wait and take the chance that he did. My prayer is that we will all meet him in Heaven. Written by his sister-in-law, Freda Roman

Hamilton, Dorothy-It is with a sad heart that I write this obituary of my beloved sister, Dorothy Faye Hamilton. She was born October 25, 1930, and left this life January 15,1987, making her stay here on earth 56 years. She passed away at the Harper Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, following a long illness. She was married to Butler Hamilton, who preceded her in death. Unto them were born two daughters: Tricia Ann and Shireen, who both passed away during their early childhoods. She is survived by her mother, Goldie Hamilton (Teaberry, KY), four sisters, Magdalene DeVillez, with whom she made her home the last twenty months (Riverview, Mich.), Shirley Reynolds (Beaver, Ky.), Vicky Bryant (Beaver, Ky.), Lakie Johnson (Teaberry, Ky.). Five brothers: Jay Lee Hamilton (Beaver, Ky.), Lee Roy Hamilton (Beaver, Ky.), Eugene Hamilton (Teaberry, Ky.), Ralph Hamilton (Teaberry, Ky.), and Garry Donald Hamilton (Taylor, Michigan). Dorothy was a great person. Everyone that knew her loved her. All the children in the family loved her like a grandmother. She never complained about her illness or anything — she would always tell me she was going to be all right. She had enough faith to move a mountain. I know she has gone to a better resting place than was on earth for her. There is never a day go by that my heart don't ache for her. We all miss her so much. Her suffering is over, but we miss her because she was such a pleasure to have around. I would, at this time, like to also share with you some kind words that were written to me about my beloved sister, by Cory Adkins: Sister Dorothy was a member of the Little Ida Church. We are so thankful that our paths did cross in this life. We all have been so blessed to know sweet Dorothy. Sister Dorothy lived a humble life, living peaceful among all who knew her. Her very life was always with Christ in everything she said and did. I was privileged to have many good talks with her. Sister Dorothy inspired everyone who came in contact with her, never complaining and always trusting God, that she would overcome her sickness. Sister Dorothy had cancer of the throat, suffered through many treatments and was in and out of the hospital very often. When Brother John (Ankins) and I would go visit her, she was always so happy for visitors to come and see her. Sister Dorothy had a love so strong that she lifted all our spirits. She would often say, "Sister Cory, I am going to lick this thing yet." She never gave up hope and never seemed discouraged. She remained faithful to the end — her hopes never seemed to grow dim. Oh yes Sister Dorothy, you finally overcame every pain, every heartache, and went on home to rest in Jesus, who will give you a perfect body. Debbie (DeVillez-neice) and Sister Dorothy were so close. They always read the Bible and prayed together. Debbie loved her so much. Those that do not know God and want to go to the great reunion in Heaven to be with Sister Dorothy, you must all repent of your sins and live for God if you expect to see her again. For those who are in Christ, death is not the end, but only the beginning when we come to know God's life has just begun. Sister Dorothy, we long for the day when we can see the cancer all gone and be reunited with you around the throne of God. By Magdalene DeVillez

Hamilton, Butler-With a sad heart, I am writing this obituary of Butler Hamilton, my brother-in-law. He was born on April 3, 1932 and passed away June 5, 1985, of a heart attack in his home, making his stay here on earth 53 years. He was married to Dorothy Faye Hamilton on June 9, 1951, and to this union were born two daughters: Tricia Ann and Shireen, who both preceded him in death. Butler was the son of E. V. Hamilton and Delia Hamilton. He is survived by four brothers: Bill Hamilton (McDowell, Ky.), Ruford Hamilton (St. Louis, Mo.), John L. Hamilton (Baltimore, Md.), Carl D. Hamilton (Jefferson City, Tenn.), and two sisters: Lillie Hammonds (Martin, Ky.) and Marie Clark (Pikeville, Ky.) Butler was a good-hearted person and did many favors for people who came to Michigan looking for work. Butler had several illnesses during his lifetime. During the last several years of his life, he prayed and read his Bible daily. He had a hope of a better place where there would be no more pain and sorrow after he left this earth. I am sure Butler, Dorothy, and their two children are all in Heaven. By Magdalene DeVillez

Hampton, John-Written December 9, 1986.It's with a very sad and heavy heart that I try to write the obituary of my dear loving Dad, John Hampton. He was born at Jeremiah, Kentucky in Letcher County on November 26, 1896, and deceased this life December 7, 1986 making his stay here 90 years and 11 days. John Hampton was the son of James W. and Lee Vina (Caudill) Hampton. In early manhood he met and married Susan Craft and to this union was born one son, Carson. This son only lived about four months and then just three short months later he had to give up his wife, Susan, by death. A little later in life he met and married Frances Adams and to this union were born 10 children: to wit, Artie David, Henderson, Kentucky; Hendricks Hampton, Franklin, Ohio; Flarie Caudill, Jeremiah, Kentucky; Earl Hampton, Middletown, Ohio; Alta combs, Clarksville, Ohio; Troy Hampton, Franklin, Ohio; Arnold Hampton, Middletown, Ohio (deceased); Allie Aldridge, Franklin, Ohio; Ila Mae Cloud, Middletown, Ohio; Ruth Smith, Jeremiah, Kentucky. Our Mother, Frances, passed away September 19, 1940.Sometime later, Dad married Ada Caudill and to this union no children were born, although she had nine children from her previous marriage, making them his step-children. (To wit): Emma LeMay, Nicholasville, Kentucky; Ila Fullen, Middletown, Ohio; Burl Caudill, Farmersville, Ohio; Ida Mae Caudill, Farmersville, Ohio; Georgia Spicer, Middletown, Ohio; Margie Collins, Alexandria, Kentucky; Bobbie Stivers, Germantown, Ohio. He also leaves twenty-five grandchildren and several great-grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Dad also had four sisters and one brother. Three of these have outstripped him and gone on to rest. (To wit): Nancy E. Raleigh, Angeline Back, and Ranie Caudill. Those living are Ritter Caudill and Carl Hampton, both of Jeremiah, Kentucky. Our Dad was a coal miner for thirty-five years, working under the mountains for a way to clothe and feed his family. Dad was a great supporter of the Old Regular Baptist Church. He tried to attend the old Doty Creek Church as long as he lived in Kentucky. Then, when he came to Ohio to live, he attended both The Little Family Church and The Little Bethel Church as long as he was able to do so. Dad never belonged to any Church, but he strongly believed in the Old Regular Baptist Faith. Some few years ago, Dad really got serious about his lost soul and he began in earnest to beg and plead to God for mercy to save his never dying soul. He talked to me, his son, many times about his case, thinking maybe it was already too late for him. And I kept telling him to not give up, but to keep on praying. So one weekend on Sunday night, the family called; "Dad is real bad," and I felt it was the time for Dad to give up (old self), so I told the wife, I said "I'm not going to Dad right now, for he has to go through this; he has to come willing to die, so that he could have that new life, Eternal life in Jesus Christ." Then about three days later, after doing everything he could do, he said it just seemed like the whole world just came down on top of him. Then he cried out to God with all his heart and strength for mercy, and the load just lifted and went away and had never returned. And now he said, "I feel like I've got a better home to go to when this life is over." So now, in the last year or two Dad has been begging the Lord to come and get him and take him home with him. For the last week of Dad's life, he was in the Clinton County Memorial Hospital, with many ailments, and he begged the Lord every day to come and take him home; then about 6:40 p.m. last Sunday evening, December 7th, the Lord answered his prayer and took him home to live with him to wait for that great day when he will give him that new body liken unto Jesus' most glorious body. Then the soul will unite with that new body and go be with the Lord forever and forever. I want to thank the family for all they have done for Dad and especially, Alta and Raymond Combs; they have kept Dad for 27 months out of the last 30 months. And I want to say to you children: if you haven't made peace with the Lord, then I pray you will repent and be born again. For you must be born again to go to that better land, the home of the Blest. Written by his son, Elder Hendricks Hampton

Hicks, Perry-With a sad and broken heart I will try by the help of God to write an obituary of my beloved Husband, Perry Hicks. He was born March 11, 1906 in Magoffin County, Kentucky, the son of Jasper and Millie Hale Hicks. He departed this life July 2, 1987. On September 16, 1925 he married Virgie Arnett. To this union was born nine children: four sons, Aaron, Marvin, Paul, and Perry Jr. who as an infant preceded his father in death. Five daughters: Mrs. Joe Ed (Earnesteen) Patton, Mrs. Clyde (Maxine) Ernsberger, Mrs. Edwin (Ivadean) Wolber, Mrs. Franklin (Nannie Ruth) Ousley, Mrs. Harold (Carol Sue) Brown. He was also loved and will be greatly missed by 25 grandchildren and 22 grandchildren. Perry has two surviving sisters. They are Mrs. Ark (Mary) Castle of David, Kentucky and Mrs. Pearl Frasure of Prestonsburg, Kentucky. He also had two sisters and four brothers that preceded him in death. Perry was a faithful member of The Little Pilgrim Home Baptist Church of Ruggles, Ohio. He was baptized August 12, 1962 by Elder Bob Hunter and Elder Ray Hoover. Perry was a faithful member until he got too disabled by Parkinson's disease to attend. He enjoyed having the Brothers to come and sing and hold prayer for him. His favorite songs were "Amazing Grace" and "A Few More Years Shall Roll." He loved the old time way. The old time songs he would sing while sitting in the wheelchair when I was preparing a meal for us. He would often say, "Virgie; All things are possible with God." He had hopes of getting well so he could go to church again. He told me he wanted to meet me in Heaven. I said, "We have had many long years together and will be in Heaven together." On Mother's Day it seemed as tho the Lord was beckoning Perry to his eternal home, but as soon as he could talk he sang "Down At The Cross Where My Savior Died, Glory to His Name." Many times we'd think he was going home but God showed us many miracles. Perry loved the Word of God. He read and studied the Bible until his eyesight no longer permitted it. He loved the church and his brothers and sisters in the church. He often asked if I would go to church with him? I'd tell him, "Yes, I will go with you when you get better." I feel he is resting from his labors and he is happy while I am still suffering and worrying with heartache and trouble. As far back as I can remember, I remember by Daddy faithfully kneeling beside his bed at night and praying before he'd lay down to rest. Daddy faithfully prayed like this until he got sick and couldn't get up and down on his own. I'm sure Daddy's prayers didn't stop there. God heard his prayers just the same laying on his sick bed. We will all miss Daddy's words of wisdom and counsel to us. The verses he often quoted to me were Romans 8:28 and 31. He knew when I was down and needed encouragement.
No one could count the falling tears,
While I ponder on the priceless years,
Your life was so precious to everyone,
But most of all, my precious one,
I treasure memories so dear.
For that is all that I have here.
Your memories are my keepsake,
With them I'll never part.
God has you in his keeping,
But I have you in my heart.
God gave us strength to face it,
The courage to meet the blow,
But what it meant to lose you,
No one will ever know.
If the world was ours to give,
We'd give it all and more,
Just to see the face we love so dear,
Come smiling through the door.
Written by his broken hearted wife, Virgie Hicks and daughters, Earnesteen Patton and Ruth Ousley who will love you as long as time stands.

Holcomb, Arzilla-Psalms 145:18 The Lord is nigh unto all those that call upon Him, to all that call upon Him in truth. We will try through God's mercies I o compose a short obituary of Arzilla Holcomb. In the early dawn of April 16, 1987, an angel came and Arzilla Holcomb was called away from this earth, God's footstool, making her stay here 24 years and 26 days. We try in our mourning to understand the reason, but God knows best for us all. Leaving behind to mourn her loss, Arzilla leaves a very young flower, her daughter, Dana, age 5, her mother, Dana Pappas; two sisters, Martha Ann Chavis and Rita Sue Gilland; 6 brothers, Jimmy, Clyde, Dale, Kenneth, Randall, and John Holcomb; a fiancé, Greg Johnson; several aunts and uncles and a host of young friends and neighbors. Her father, Clyde Holcomb, preceded her in death. Arzilla was killed instantly in a car accident. Her friends, who loved her, share many memories of her in her young days here. We do not know the mind of the Lord, but we know He is a just and forgiving God. We trust she found that loving mercy in those final moments. To her many friends: time waits for no one. We're as a flower on this green earth that can wither away without notice. To her mother, Dana: we know your loss is great, but her memory will linger on in your heart. We trust that all of you have prepared for a better life hereafter. Your unworthy servants, Elder Ralph and Sister Leona Caudill

Harris, Bill, Sgt. -With much sadness I will try to write an obituary to my Brother-in-Law, Bill Harris. He was born July 17, 1920 and died June 13, 1986. He was born at Garrett, Kentucky to George and Flora (Patton) Harris. Surviving him are his wife, Barbara (Hall) Harris, three sons, Gary, George, and Marcus Harris, all of Columbus, Ohio. He also leaves four brothers: George, Jr., Troy, Archie, and Roy Harris and two sisters: Anna Joyce and Virginia. Bill served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam and retired from the U.S. Air Force. He will be greatly missed by a host of friends and relatives. Written by his sisters-in-law: Jo Ann West and Jeanette Ramey

Johnson, Beulah Louise-I sit here looking in the photo album trying to put all the feelings into words to make you understand the person (just a little) of whose obituary I am trying to write; the obituary of Beulah Louise Johnson. She was born on June 21,1930 to the late Kelly and Mollie Osborne. She left this life on December 9, 1986, making her stay on this earth 56 years, 5 months, and 18 days. She was a good person, and we miss her so already. She married Wavey Johnson on November 1,1946 and unto this blessed union was born one son and three daughters. Left to mourn her loss are: her broken-hearted husband, Wavey Johnson of Virgie, Kentucky; her son, Kenneth Johnson of Hendersonville, Tennessee; her daughters and sons-in-law: Sandra & Lloyd Kelly of Clinton, Michigan; Glendora & Tommy Phillips of Adrian, Michigan; Pam & Frank Justice of Virgie, Kentucky; three sisters: Jewell Mullins of Haver Hill, Ohio; Alta Slone of Pikeville, Kentucky; and Gloria Hunter of Geneva, Ohio; and one brother, James K. Osborne, Jr. of Virgie, Kentucky. One brother, Jerry F. Osborne, Virgie, Kentucky, preceded her in death in 1956. She also left eight grandchildren: Gregory and Eric Kelly, Tracy and Melinda Johnson, Renee and Connie Phillips, and Kirk and Keith Justice. They will miss their grandmother for she truly loved them all. We moved to Michigan in 1964 and she joined the Old Regular Baptist Church on January 3, 1965 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. She was baptized by Bro. Covis Tackett and Bro. Conley Calhoun. When we moved here, she came back to Enterprise where she was a loyal member. She had cancer and she suffered a lot but the good Lord thought she had suffered enough so He came and took her home with Him. He took her away from us as easy as you could pray for as she passed away in her sleep with all of us who loved her the most around her bed. We are truly grateful to the Lord for taking her in this way because it is what she wanted. She used to feed all the birds in the neighborhood. At times, there were over a hundred birds in the yard at a time. I hope they won't forget the kind woman who took such good care of them. She really loved her birds. I shall never see a bird what I won't think of her. We all loved her very, very much and we, her family, will never forget her.
Written by her baby daughter, Pam Justice

LeMaster, Manford- the Manford you know and love; the Manford who took Fannie Ethel Cantrell to be his wedded wife many years ago; the Manford who worked hard in the mines for over 37 years to provide for his loving family; passed away July 12, 1987 at the Hocking Valley Community Hospital. He was born in Magoffin County, Kentucky on August 3, 1903 to the late James Rufus and Sarah Jane Adkins LeMaster and was preceded in death by his wife, Fannie on December 3, 1974. Surviving are five daughters: Mrs. Arnold (Sarah) Coleman of Route 2, McArthur; Mrs. Eugene (Betty) Coleman of McArthur; Mrs. Calvin (Martha) Coleman of Route 2, McArthur; two sons: Robert of Taylor, Michigan; William of Carbondale; 23 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Myrtle Manbeavers of Chillicothe, several nieces and nephews. Manford, known to his friends as Slim, was a member of Smithcreek Baptist Church near Salyersville, Kentucky and was faithful in his religion as he was to his family and work. As a Father and friend, he will be deeply missed and although the soft voice will not sound again, nor the well-remembered footsteps be heard; there will always be a living presence ... a living hope that might be expressed as follows:
The time has come now, for me to say good-bye.
No sad farewells will we share.
For you will live within me,
and I will live in you.
No words can say how much we care.
Walk in the world for me.
Sing a happy melody,
And keep my memory not far away.
May you find that life will bring all the best of everything.
Take special care of you, for me . . . today.

Mosley, Mildred-By request of the family, with a sad heart and with the help of our Almighty God, we'll try in our weakness to write an obituary of our dear Sister. As I sit here trying to describe her, the words of an old song come to my mind, "Sister, thou was mild and lovely, gentle as a summer breeze, pleasant as the air of evening as it floats among the trees." She was born March 24, 1940. She was united in marriage to Birtchell Mosley, Jr. on August 1, 1955. The death Angel flew this way early Saturday morning, March 7, 1987. She was blessed to die in her home which we feel that's the way she would have wanted it. She's gone out of land of trouble into eternal rest. To that Perfect land far away, though, right now, it doesn't seem very far. At times Heaven can seem so near. Surviving is her husband Elder Birtchell Mosley, Jr. She was blessed to have seven children all surviving. They are 3 girls: Mary June Hagerman, Kendallville, Indiana; Denita Smith, Rome City, Indiana; and Cara Mae at home; 4 sons: Greg, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Scott, Rome City, Indiana; Anthony, Naples, Florida; and Christopher at home. She is also survived by her mother Mae Bentley, Garner, Kentucky, and seven grandchildren and six sisters: Gladys, Irma, Shirley, Waneta, Charlene, and Maggie; 2 brothers, Forrester and Bobbie Rae. Her father Curtis Bentley and a sister Edna Bentley are deceased. She was a very special person to us; Brother Junior has lost a good companion, the children have lost a good mother. Even though she was not privileged to live a long life here on this earth, Cod blessed her to raise her children to be of manhood and womanhood. In early life, Sis realized there was a better land to go to, by the guilt of her sins, she became sorry for the things she had done and began to cry to God for mercy. She told me how she had suffered a travel from nature to Grace, she was ready to go to a better home far beyond this veil of tears. The many trips we have made to the Little Flossie Church, the many nights we have spent in her home, it will never be the same. We will miss her good conversation, her smile, her kind words. I don't see how anyone who ever met or crossed her path could keep from loving her. She was a very strong Old Regular Baptist believer, she loved all of God's children. The Little Flossie Church brothers and sisters will miss her very much. Why God took her at an early age we will never know. Children please don't question the Lord's work. Mom will never suffer again. I am sure she would want me to tell you to be good to one another, be good to your dad, who we all love so much and feel he is trying to serve the Lord. He will need you more than he ever did before. Obey the voice of the Lord. Be born again, that's the only way you will ever see Mom again. As I say farewell to Sis here on earth, never to see that smile here on earth again. Just sleep on, take your rest, we believe with all our hearts we will see you again. So many times she said, "Brother Buddy pray that I'll live," I believe that prayer has been answered. She is living now, her body will rest in the ground, her soul under the altar, in the Paradise of God. Soon again we hope to meet Thee, when the day of life has passed, then in Heaven with Joy to greet Thee, where no farewell tears are shed. Sadly written by Brother Buddy and Sister Carlene Carty
MY FLOWER
Once when I was very young I had a garden. In this garden I planted a beautiful Flower. I left it's care to my gardener and I went often to see it in the spring and summer. Oh! How I nourished it in the springtime and I missed it in the winter when it's petals fell. Every spring for many seasons I went back to my garden to watch it bloom once again. Then one spring I went back to my garden. I was very sad when I did not see my Flower. I asked my Gardener, Where is my Beautiful Flower? Then my Gardener replied "I have moved your Flower to another Garden." Then I asked Him, Why have you taken my Flower to another Garden where I cannot behold it? Then my Gardener replied, In this garden the winters got colder and colder and your Flower could not bloom again. So I transplanted your Flower in another Garden where there is no winter. There the Wonderful Garden is watered with an everlasting dew and no night ever comes. Then I asked, When can I ever see my Flower again? Then my Gardener replied, "Soon the Master Gardener will gather all His Flowers and will abandon this garden completely. Then you can go see your Flower and watch it grow all year round." So I wait patiently for that day when I can go to that Great Garden where no winter is. There I will stay with my Flower and cherish it forevermore.

Mullins, Gustavie-It is with a sad heart I will try to write the obituary of my loving sister, Gustavie Mullins. She was born May 15, 1925 and left this old world on March 30, 1987, making her stay on earth 61 years, 10 months, and 15 days. She was the daughter of William and Flossie Amburgey. She married Troy Mullins on October 4, 1941. To this union was born 4 children. Gustavie was born in Hindman, Kentucky. Later she moved to Williamsburg, Ohio where she lived the rest of her life. We enjoyed our lives together while we were growing up and after we were married and left home. We always stayed close to each other and visited every time we could. I can remember the wonderful days when we would always pick the same weekend to go back to Kentucky to visit our mom and dad together. There are so many memories of her I can't begin to tell. Gustavie was in very bad health for the last 7 years but the last year finally took its toll on her. She spent most of the last 6 months in the hospital on the life support machines. Finally one night God decided she had suffered enough. While her room was very quiet and she was all alone one of God's angels slipped in and took her home. Now she is resting comfortably in Jesus' arms where she will never suffer again. Gustavie was preceded in death by her father, mother, one daughter, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. She left to mourn her loss her husband, Troy; 2 daughters: Charlene Young of Williamsburg, Ohio; and Diana Bracker of Batavia, Ohio; 1 son: Bobby Mullins of Williamsburg, Ohio; 4 grandchildren,2 sisters: Melba Givens of Fairborn, Ohio; and Verdie Givens of Fairborn, Ohio; and 1 brother: Earl Amburgey of Avilla, Indiana. She joined the Old Regular Baptist Church at the House of Prayer on August 19, 1979. She was a faithful member of the church as long as she was able to attend. She was a loving sister, a faithful wife, a wonderful mother, and a precious daughter. Sleep peacefully sister, I'll meet you in Heaven someday. Written by her sister, Melba Givens
Sweet sister is sleeping in Jesus' care
Where no pain or sorrow can interfere.
Jesus has gently taken you home.
You're with Jesus now, you're not alone.
Sleep on sister, you were so brave,
You bore your troubles this side of the grave.
So calmly you sleep beneath the snow,
You are so warm while the winter wind blows.
You were a sister so kind and true,
There is no sister sweeter than you.
God called you away and left us alone,
He needed you, sister, to brighten his throne.

Murphy, George T.-Psalm 30:5 Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. By the request of the family, we will try in meekness to write the obituary of George T. Murphy. We weep the passing of George from this life on November 6, 1986 when God sent an angel to call him to a better land. George spent 71 years, 11 months, and 10 days in this life. George was born to Thomas and Effie (Dowdy) Murphy at Maysfield, Kentucky on November 27, 1914, one of four children. Preceding him in death were Mother, Father, a sister and brother, as well as an infant child from a previous marriage. George met Goldie Osborne, and they were united in marriage on May 28, 1960. He had five stepchildren: Tanzel Little, Lincoln Park, MI; Marie Rawlings, Allen Park, Michigan; Terry Gilland, Taylor, Michigan; Ancel Little, Virgie, Kentucky; and Irene Frye, Trenton, Michigan; 16 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; one brother: Wilburn Murphy, California; and one sister: Beulah Rolette, Paducah, Kentucky, left to mourn his loss. George was a medical retiree from the Fleetwood General Motors Plant in Detroit, Michigan. George was a gentle, soft-spoken man and had suffered heart problems for several years. As we visited at his daughter's home in Trenton on several occasions, he would tell us that God had forgiven him, and he was looking for a land of heavenly peace. He never attached himself to the church, but his cries were heard by a merciful Father who loves us all; One who will grant peace to all that seek and want Him as their Saviour. Joy will come in the morning after a rest under the Altar of the Lord, and the awaited resurrection comes. To Goldie, his dear wife left behind: press on and have yourself ready to be joined over in a better land. To all the dear ones he loved so much: seek the Lord for peace and salvation beyond this troubled land where tears will never come anymore. Love one another, and search for a better land.
Your servants in Christ Jesus, Brother Ralph and Sister Leona Caudill
Note: Goldie gave her life to the Lord at the end of the Saturday night service at Little Ida Church during George's funeral on November 8, 1986, a promise made to George that she fulfilled. She was baptized in the liquid grave on November 9, 1986.

Newsome, Rutha -By the help of the Lord I will try to write an obituary of my loving and precious mother, Rutha Newsome. Mom was the daughter of Elder John W. and Vina Hamilton. Mom was born April 9, 1908, making her stay here on earth 78 years and 12 days. Mom met and married Dad, Daniel Newsome, August 10, 1935 and I he Lord blessed them with threechildren. Dad and two children, Gerlie Fay and Harold James preceded her in death, leaving to mourn the loss of one so dear to me are Shirley Mae Hamilton, her only daughter, and two grandchildren, whom she loved as her own, Gary Hamilton and Jeanetta Bryant, and two great-grandchildren, whom we loved very much, Shirley Marie and Jason Daniel. Mom was sadly missed by everyone who knew her. After Dad passed away, Mom went to Michigan and made her home with me and my husband, Eugene Hamilton. Mom was a hard working woman throughout her life. She always had her doors open to feed the church people. She was good to everyone. Mom had a smile for everyone. Oh, how we miss her. We hated to see her go. But the Lord knows best.  He needed another rose in his garden. Mom didn't belong to the church, but she bore the fruit of a Christian. I feel and believe Mom and Dad are at rest together where they won't have to part anymore. I want to say to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, I know you miss Grandma so much, but try to meet her in heaven someday, where you won't have to part anymore. I want to say to my husband, Eugene, who was so good to Mom and cared for her, I won't ever forget it and I hope someday we both will meet Mom and Dad in the Sweet By and By, where we all won't have to part anymore. Oh, how lonesome it is without you Mom, but I know you are much better off. You suffered so much in this old world.Mom has three sisters to mourn the loss of one so dear: Alice, Lizzie and Margie; four brothers: Christopher, Elijah, Kenis and Clifford. She also leaves three stepchildren: Mary Alice, Susan and Chester.Mom had a smile for everyone. My home is so lonesome without Mom. I want to say to Gary and Jeanetta, don't ever forget the good council Grant I ma gave you. Oh, how she loved you both and I know you loved her. I could go on writing good things about Mom, but her life has proved while a good woman she was. I loved and cared for Mom so much, but I feel I will be with her and Dad someday, where we will be happy in that heavenly home. She was so precious to me. I miss you Mom, it is so hard to bear, but sleep on Mom. I will meet you over there. One so dear from me is gone, now she is resting around the Great Throne. Her lovely smile we will see no more, until we meet on that heavenly shore. Oh, dear Mom, how I loved you.
Written by her daughter, Shirley Mae Hamilton

Ousley, Martisha-It is with much sadness that I will try, with the help of the Lord, to write an obituary of Sister Martisha Ousley. She was born on December 19, 1907 and deceased this life on January 27, 1987. She was born in Pike County, Kentucky. She leaves to mourn her loss three children: Arnold Mullins of Knoxville, Tennessee; Burly Mullins of Tennessee; and Oma Dotson of Wellston, Ohio. One daughter, Lola, preceded her in death. She belonged to the Maggie's Home Church in Dundas, Ohio for several years. She was a humble, faithful member until her death. The church was her family. She loved everyone very much and wanted to hug and kiss them. She had something good to say about everyone. Even though she had been ill for a number of years, she always tried to fill her seat. Her greatest joy was to be with her Brothers and Sisters. She suffered so much during her illness in the last year before she died, that she would pray for the Lord to take her on home. I believe with all my heart she is resting under the altar of the Lord until judgment day and will walk those streets of gold where she'll never have to suffer. There will always be a vacant spot in the Maggie's Home Church. We loved her very much. Written By Joy Mullins and Sister Lenores Baker

Ousley, Monroe-By the help of the good Lord I'll try In write an obituary of my dear husband. Elder Monroe Ousley was born on November 4, 1909 at Dock, Kentucky. He was the son of Thomas Ousley and Sarah Stephens-Ousley. His life here on earth was 77 years, 5 months and 21 days. He was married to Bertha Sizemore on March 10, 1930. We were married 57 years and had a very happy life together till death came and took him. Mourning for his loss are his wife, 3 sons and 2 daughters, whom he dearly loved. His surviving family are: his wife, bertha; and children: Rufus J. Ousley, Wilmington, Ohio; Thomas R. Ousley, Franklin, Ohio; James D. Ousley, Carlisle, Ohio; Eva L. Lovely, Camden, Ohio; and Sarah A. Hale, Lebanon, Ohio. There are 16 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers: Alonzo Ousley, Dayton, Ohio; and Newton Ousley, Franklin, Ohio; and 1 sister, Josie Litton, Martin, Kentucky. He was a faithful member of the Old Regular Baptist Church approximately 45 years. He went every Saturday and Sunday for as long as he was able to go. He like to go and visit all of the churches in all of the associations as often as he could. He was a moderator to a wonderful little church in Okeechobee, Florida and hated to leave, but he was getting sicker than usual. He said he was not able to moderate as he should so he came back to Ohio. He was a member of the House of Prayer Church at the time of his passing away. He dearly loved this church. So I want to thank all of the Brothers and Sisters from all of the churches who came and visited him in the hospital. So sleep on, we will meet you some sweet day. So I say to the children that don't know my God: get right with God and meet Dad and me up in Heaven and that will be a wonderful reunion. Written by his wife, Bertha

Parker, Walter-In loving memory I will try to write the obituary of my beloved grandfather Elder Walter Parker. He was born September 11, 1911 in Lawrence county, Kentucky to the late Elder Berry and Vina (Slone) Parker. Later on he married Edna Rhodes in 1933- unto this union he brought forth thirteen children: nine boys and four girls - all living. Sons are: Robert, Drew (both of Lorain); Berry (Wisconsin); Shawn; Joseph; John; Bill; Jim and Richard (Lorain); daughters are: Mrs. Edgar (Mercy) Carder (Wakeman, Ohio); Mrs. Jessie (Vina) Deel (Amherst, Ohio); Mrs. Delmo (Christine) Hunt and Mrs. James (Barbara) Miller (both of Lorain); thirty-five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. He was a member of the Old Regular Baptist Church. He was the moderator of The Little Edna Church in Lorain, Ohio. He left many brothers and sisters of the church. He was a kind man who told you what he was thinking and feeling, and loved by many people who will now suffer his loss. He was ill many months before his death which put an end to his suffering and pain. He died November 7, 1986. to join God in heaven. Grandpa, you will be missed by your loving wife and children. Written by Jennifer L. Carder, granddaughter

Reynolds, Jay Lee-with the he help of the Good Lord we will try to write an obituary of our loving I Daddy and Papaw, Jay Lee Reynolds. He  was born on July 1, 1917 and departed this life on January 31,1985, making his stay on God's good earth 67 years, 6 months, and 30 days. He was the only child of the late Cleveland and Martha (Hamilton) Reynolds. While a very young man he married Draxie (Newsome) Reynolds in October 1933. He has 10 children left to mourn him. 3 sons: Homer, Pomerine, and James Reynolds — all of Kentucky. 7 daughters: Nadine Bowling, Magdaline Damron, and Oma Faye Hamilton all of Michigan; Dicy Newsome, Maxine Hamilton, Joyce McCoy, and Sissy Scott — all of Kentucky. 31 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. We want to tell of the good things he had told his family before departing [his life. He called Mother to his bedside telling her God had forgave him and then calling his children to his deathbed saying, We are in full love and fellowship and let's meet in Heaven someday. He went to the Old Regular Baptist and although his name was never on the church book, we believe that Cod wrote it down in the Lamp's Book of Life. We believe his soul is resting under the altar of God waiting for the Great Resurrection Day. Written by his daughter, Magdaline Damron and three granddaughters, Shannon Damron, Judy Hamilton, and Ella Mae Hamilton

Robinette, Stanton Eric-With an aching heart and with the help of God we will at this time try to fulfill the request of his darling wife and write a short obituary of our very dearest friend, Stanton Eric Robinette. Stanton was born on June 27, 1964 to Samuel Eugene and Rose Ann Robinette and departed this life on March 4, 1987.On January 18, 1986 Stanton was married to LaNette Haggard and to this wonderful union one son was born, Sheldon Eric. Besides his wife, son, and parents, Stanton also leaves one brother, Steve Edwin of Pontiac, Michigan, and one sister, Erma Scott of Pontiac, Michigan, to suffer the loss. But the list of loved ones that he leaves behind does not stop there. On the contrary — it only begins. After giving his heart to God at such an early time in his life, Stanton captured the affection of all those who knew him. And so he leaves a host of relatives, friends and in-laws here with a void in their hearts that will never be filled here on earth. To Stanton's wife and family I'd like to say that now is the time that we need to remember the prayer of Jonah when he said, "I cried by reason of mine affliction unto the Lord and he heard me." And the Lord will always be there to hear you as he was there for Stanton. The last thing we would like to say is to little Sheldon: In the short time that your daddy had with you, he strived so hard to walk a path before you that would teach you not only the love that he himself had for you but also the love that God has for you. Someday maybe, if you have a son of your own, will you be able to understand the love your father had for you. Our prayers will continue to be with all of you. Written by his broken-hearted friends, Kenny, Daryl and Chris Newsom

Sizemore, Alice Gray-With the help of the Lord I will try to write the obituary of our dear sweet mother, Alice Gray Sizemore. She was the daughter of Jeff Gray and  Laura Laferty-Gray. She was born July 24,1890, making her stay here on earth  96 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Alex Sizemore in 1973 and her father, mother, brother and sisters several years ago. Surviving and mourning for her loss are 1 sister, Francis Pitts, Carlisle, Ohio; 1 son Seymore Sizemore, Franklin, Ohio; 6 daughters, Josie Owsley, Springboro, Ohio; Martha Francis, Franklin, Ohio; Laura Scutchfield, Prestonsburg, Kentucky; Bertha Ousley, Springboro, Ohio; Octava Crookstan, Romulus, Michigan; and Eva Hughes, Franklin, Ohio. There are 24 grandchildren and 69 great-grandchildren. Mother was a member of the Old Regular Baptist Church for over 68 years. She was a faithful member as long as she was able to go to church. As far is we know all of her children are Christians and hope to meet her and Dad in heaven some sweet day. So, Mother, I know you are happy up there with I )ad and we miss you both so much. Sleep on and we all will meet someday.
Written by her daughters, Bertha Ousley and Josie Owsley

Sturgill, Edward  Ray-It is with much sadness and meekness we will try to write an obituary of our dear son and brother, Edward Ray Sturgill. Ray was born February 23, 1941. At Printer (Floyd County), Kentucky. Ray was married to Dorothy Hutchinson. They had two wonderful children, Douglas and Kristine. Ray passed away so sudden with heart failure on January 29, 1974. He has been gone 13 long years no. We still miss you so much. You were so good to Dad and me. It gave us so much joy for you to come and talk about the Lord so often. He didn't belong to the church, but the Lord showed you to me in my living room wearing such a pretty white robe. I knew you were resting with Jesus where you will suffer no more. Rest on dear son and brother until we meet again. Ray was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy, and twins Claude and Clyde. Since Ray's death, his father, Reese Sturgill passed away. This leaves his mother, Virgie Sturgill, 5 brothers and 3 sisters to mourn his passing. Oscar of Florida, Curtis of Tennessee, David, Malcolm, Charles and Ethel of Michigan, Eva and Marie of Ohio. Sadly missed by mother and children.
God looked around his garden
And saw an empty space.
He then looked from heaven
And saw your smiling face.
He put his arms around you
And whispered, "Come to Rest."
His garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best.
You had no time for last farewells
Or even say goodbye.
You were gone before we knew it,
And we often wondered why.
A million times we need you,
Down here we always will.
In life we loved you dearly
In death we love you still.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you didn't go alone.
For a part of us went with you
The day God took you home.

Sturgill, Reese-It is with a sad and heavy heart I will try to write an obituary of my dear husband, Reese Sturgill. Reese was born November 5, 1896 at Yellow Mountain (Knott County) Kentucky. He passed June 6, 1982. This made his stay on this earth 85 years and 7 months. We were married 62 years and 4 months. We had such a wonderful life together, but it seems like it was such a short time. My home is so lonesome now without Reese here to keep me company. He loved to talk about the Lord. Reese had been a member of the church since 1931. He always tried so hard to get to church every chance he could. For the last 7-8 months of his life he was unable to go to church and this worried him so much. We had 12 children together, 4 which preceded him in death: Dorothy, twins Claude and Clyde, and Ray. I have 5 sons and 3 daughters left in this world: Oscar of Florida, Curt of Tennessee, David, Malcolm, Ethel and Charles of Michigan, Eva and Marie of Ohio. You were a shining light in this world and if anyone will follow your footsteps they surely will see the kingdom of heaven. Along with the children, Reese leaves a host of relatives and good friend:. lo mourn him. My greatest joy was to prepare dinner and see my children come home to eat, along with anyone else that cared to come in. We both loved to see people eat. Sadly missed by wife Virgie Sturgill and children.
To everyone you were a friend.
A helping hand along the way.
Never seemed a problem you couldn't mend.
Surely they miss you today.
To the church you were a believer,
A place you loved to be.
A smile they'll always remember.
Surely they miss you, a Brother they wait to see.
To your sisters and your brothers
You were a brother in every way.
 The loving way you held them together.
We're sure they miss you today.
To your family you were all the above.
Always there in each and every way
With kindness and with love.
Oh, Daddy, Pap-paw, and Husband — We'll miss you always!

Wicker, Mary Ellen-With God's help I will try and write this in loving memory of Mother. She was born into this world as Mary Ellen Tiller on December 25, 1919, to Holly and Hazel (Bailey) Tiller in Dickenson County, Virginia. At the age of 18, she married Wood-row Wicker on June 30, 1939 and of this union was born 4 children: Loretta Wicker Randles, Marion Ohio; Avery Wicker (deceased); Avery and Arnold Glen Wicker, both of Marion, Ohio. Mother was a sweet and gentle person, whom everyone who met her loved her. When down in the hills of Virginia growing up, even when she had to wash and do everything by hand, she would get up early on Sunday mornings and take what she could carry along with all of us kids and we would walk miles and miles back up the mountains to all-day preaching and dinners on the ground, because we had no car back then. And lots of times when things were running low, except for our canned foods, she always canned everything in sight from Daddy's garden. She would take and half everything with neighbors who needed it. It didn't make any difference who they were or what color, she'd say, "They're God's children and it might be the Lord himself passing along this way." So she would feed them. Even when she had no sewing machine, she always found some way to make us clothes, or something for someone around us. As far back as my memory can take me, Mother always had her Lord with her. I can honestly say I've never known her to do or say anything that she thought would be unpleasing to the Almighty One. I'm so thankful she always had the time to teach us kids about God, and to sing to us, and after all the years had passed, to do the same for our children. She has always been a devoted Christian, a faithful wife, a loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother. She prayed for many years to see her husband become a Christian, and her prayers were answered. On November 27, 1977, both she and her beloved husband, Woodrow, became members of The Family of Love Old Regular Baptist Church at Wyandotte, Ohio. Mother suffered many months, but never gave up her hope that God's will be done in her life. She never questioned her suffering, saying it was nothing compared to what Jesus went through. But she prayed continuously that God would call her from this world of sorrow to a beautiful city that lies four square. I spent nights and nights laying beside her, holding her in my arms in her hospital bed. She'd say over and over, "Loretta, I hate to leave your Daddy behind, but he is so much stronger than me, and can bear up to things, so the Lord is going to take me before long." And she'd rub my cheek and tell me how much she loved us, and she'd say, "Now you've ,done all you can for me, but promise you'll look out for your Dad and the rest of the the family, and you and your Dad hold my hand when I go. But don't feel too bad because I'm going home, and there'll be no pain. And I'll be waiting for your dad and all of you'ns, so follow Jesus ALWAYS and come in to stay with me in my new home." And on Saturday, August 2,1986, at 8:24 p.m. she traded this old earthly house for a mansion. And she went away with a Friend. Leaving behind besides her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 4 brothers: Jessie C. Tiller, Bluefield, W. Va.; William, Joseph and Marvin Tiller, all of Marion, Ohio; 2 sisters: Ila Elaine, Baltimore, Maryland; Lois Rice, Cherryville, N.C. She also has 1 brother and 1 sister along with her Mother and Father who are deceased. All of us will always remember her kind, sweet, gentle and helpful ways. But I know that God was gathering flowers for a special Heavenly bouquet .mil he had to have a special and beautiful rose, and he chose my mother. You know our prayer is to join her again when our journey is over. Mother, the family and I miss you so much, and sometimes I can catch myself rushing to tell you something. And Daddy is so lost without you. So watch closely Mother, he will be joining you before long. He keeps saying, "Lord, Lord, You know how I feel." And I know what he means. Mother, the boys and I miss you and love you so much. But we know your sleep is peaceful, and that knowledge comforts us.
Written by daughter, Loretta Wicker Randles   (Thanks for our sweet, precious memories)
The following poem was written by her oldest granddaughter.
She had a family, and tenderly she cared.
She took it and molded it.
As with God, she shared it.
She always looked for guidance
From the One who made each day.
She loved this family,
And nurtured it, in God's own loving way.
And so you see the pattern,
As she has gone on, and left
Her family behind.
Tho she is sadly missed,
She still looks upon her family
With "LOVE". Her, and God from above.
And each time I feel a raindrop,
I say, "It's our Mommow's kiss."
Teresa Appleby