Pike County  Georgia Obituaries - John Leak 1894
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The Pike County Journal
Zebulon, Pike Co., Ga., Friday, June 15, 1894

The oldest man and one of the best in Pike county is dead. "Uncle" John
Leak after a lifetime of more than 102 years has crossed the dark river
and entered upon his reward..

He died last Friday the 8th inst. of dysentery and was buried in the
Jordans Store community on the day following. The funeral service was
conducted by Rev. W.A. Brooks of Fayetteville.

Mr. Leak had a great many warm friends and was to the last a most
companionable gentleman. He was a member of the Baptist church.

Fourteen years ago, "Uncle" John Leak was thought to have been at
death's door. He sent to Zebulon and bought a burial suit. It was sold
to him by Dr. C.F. Redding, and while not needed at the time, it
performed the service for which it was purchased fourteen years later.

(Transcribed 10/31/02 Lynn Cunningham)