Clay County AlArchives Obituaries.....Clark, Jasper January 7, 1932
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Lineville Headlight
Uncle Jasper Clark was buried Saturday in the Providence Cemetery in the 
presence of a large concourse of relatives and friends who had gathered on this 
cold bleak day to pay last tribute to his memory. He came to their community 
about 74 years ago at the age of 8 years, from High Hine, in Randolph. County 
where he was born. He was thought well of in his community and won the respect 
and admiration of, those who knew him. We believe we can say the sentiment of 
his friends. No kindlier man ever lived. The masons of Hardy-Howle Lodge at 
Delta, Ala. had charge of the last ceremonies and rendered a beautiful, 
impressive farewell service at the grave of their departed brother. Rev. S. J. 
Ingram, a former pastor, conducted an impressive funeral service from the church 
and Hon. John R. McCain also spoke words of admiration for his esteemed friend. 

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William Jasper Clark was born January 3, 1850, in Randolph County near High 
Pine, coming to Clay County at the age of seven was married to Margaret A. 
Cockrell October 21, 1869. To this union were born seven children, two sons and 
five daughters. He departed this life January 7, 1932, at the age of 82 veers 
and four days. He is survived by two children, Jesse J. Clark of Lineville and 
Mrs. Joe Mitchell Anniston and several grandchildren and a host of friends to 
mourn his predeparture. Bro. Clark was a consistent member of the Baptist Church 
for 40 yean or more. He was a member of Hardy-Howle Lodge no. 459, A. F. & A. M. 
for 35 yearn or more, was faithful to attend all communications when he was able 
to do so. In the death of Bro. Clark, the lodge loses one of its brightest 
jewels, the children their best counselor and advisor. Therefore, be it 
resolved. lst That the lodge extends its sympathy to the children, grandchildren 
and friends who are most heart stricken at their lost. We have all sustained, we 
have mothing of this worlds consolation to offer, we can only sincerely and most 
affectionally sympathize with them in their bereavement. But commend them to the 
Infinite Father who looks down with compassion up to the widow and fatherless in 
the hour of desolation. He will fold the arms of his love and protection around 
those who put their Trust and confidence in him. Resolved 2nd that a copy of 
these resolutions be spread on our minutes. Resolved 3rd that a copy be sent to 
the bereaved families. Resolved 4th that a copy be sent to The Lineville 
Headlight for publication. T. K. Miller W. L. Sprayberry T. J. Dulin Committee

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