Unknown County GaArchives Obituaries.....Durand, Henry R. May 23, 1932
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The Christian Index, 08 Sept 1932
In Memoriam.

Entered into rest on May 23, 1932, Henry R. Durand, at the glorious age of 
seventy-nine years, the greater portion of which were spent in loving service 
to his fellowmen.

A follower of Christ and His teachings, his every day life reflected that 
quality of Christianity which brought sunshine into the lives of those with 
whom he was associated.  Gentleness, cheerfulness and forbearance he practiced 
in his modest, unassuming way, always extending a helping hand to those in 
need, not only in a financial way, but in friendly counsel and fellowship.

From the earlies beginnings of the Home in 1888, Mr. Durand was very much 
interested in its work and sent food to the children daily.  He served on the 
Advisory Board from 1892 to 1901, and then was elected to the Board of Trustees 
and as an active member of this Board for thirty-one years was faithful to 
every duty imposed upon him, acting as treasurer for the last twenty-eight 
years, and in his quiet, unobtrusive way aiding the Home and the individual 
children of the Home in many ways.  Always to be depended upon in time of need, 
he was the first to come to the rescue when finances were low and see that the 
Home had ample resources to care for our hundreds of children.

His every thought seemed to be for the welfare of the children of the Home.  He 
loved them all dearly and they in return showered him with such a wonderful 
love that is the lot of few men to enjoy.  Uncle Henry will forever remain 
enshrined in the hearts of the children who knew and loved him.

Therefore, we, the Trustees of the Georgia Baptist Orphans' Home, feel that we 
have indeed lost a friend, and deeply mourn his passing.  Our hearts go out in 
loving sympathy to his bereaved wife and daughter, and in appreciation of his 
services and in loving memory of the sterling qualities of mind and heart that 
endeared him to this Board and the children of the Home.

Be it resolved: That this preamble and resolution be spread upon the minutes of 
the Board of Trustees of the Georgia Baptist Orphans' Home on a separate page 
set apart for that purpose, and a copy sent to the family of our departed 
beloved member, whose memory we honor, also that The Christian Index be 
requested to publish these resolutions.

Respectfully submitted,
Mrs. H. R. Fischer, Chairman
Mrs. George Westmoreland,
Mr. Thomas H. Pitts.
Adopted at meeting of Trustees of Georgia Baptist Orphans' Home held August 3, 
1932.

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