Glynn-Fulton County GaArchives Obituaries.....JARVIS, William A. June 19, 1898 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/gafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Amy Hedrick http://www.genrecords.net/emailregistry/vols/00028.html#0006759 January 16, 2010, 1:38 am Historical Newspapers, Birth, Marriage, & Death Announcements, 1851-2003; The Atlanta Constitution; 20 June 1898 DEATH OF MR. WILLIAM JARVIS—The Oldest Mason in the South Passed Away Yesterday—He was Eighty-Five Years of Age. Mr. William A. Jarvis, one of the oldest Masons in the south, passed away yesterday at noon at the home of his son, Mr. J.S. Jarvis, 39 Church street. Mr. Jarvis was born in Dartmouth, England, October 11, 1813; removed to Brunswick early in life, and came to Atlanta about twenty years ago. He was a master ship builder and besides crossing the Atlantic sixteen times, was an extensive traveler. In 1888 he celebrated his golden wedding in this city, surrounded by his children and grandchildren. He was made a Mason in St. Mark’s lodge, St. Andrews, New Brunswick, in 1835, and was a devoted member of the order. An escort from Fulton lodge, No. 216, together with members of sister lodges, will accompany the body to the train. The interment will occur at Chatham, Canada, on Wednesday, with full Masonic honor. Mr. Jarvis was a staunch Presbyterian, strong in his convictions and unwavering in his faith. His bluff, rugged, honest character marked him among his fellow men. Living a life of unselfishness and patience, he passed away at peace with the world and honored and loved by a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. The funeral services will take place this afternoon at 2 o’clock from the residence, No. 39 Church street, Rev. Barnett officiating. Additional Comments: More Glynn County Genealogy & History can be found at File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/glynn/obits/j/jarvis9789gob.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/gafiles/ File size: 2.2 Kb