OBITUARY: James Holbrook Randlett, 1827-1904, Mitchell Co., Iowa

[Mitchell Co. Press -- April 14, 1904]



                          James Holbrook Randlett

Mr. James Holbrook Randlett was born March 5, 1827, in Durham, Province of
Quebec, Canada; and passed away at his home in Orchard, Iowa, April 4, 1904,
aged 77 years.

Mr. Randlett and Miss Hannah Jackman were united in marriage November 24,
1857, in Kingsey, Province of Quebec.  This union was blessed with four
children, Mrs. Gilman Randlett of Kenemore, N.D., Mrs. Mary Crawford of
Orchard, Iowa, Mrs. Alice Sargent, who passed away two years ago, and
Mr. Gordon Randlett, of Fargo, N.D.  There are eleven grandchildren. Miss
Ida Sargent a granddaughter has been a comfort and strong staff to Mr.
and Mrs. Randlett in their declining years.

Mr. Randlett and family came to Iowa in 1878.  He a was a successful farmer.
He became a Christian in middle life.  He was a member of the Orchard
Congregational church and was interested in all lines of church work.  His
home was always open to prayer meetings and other religious gatherings.
The influence of Mr. Randlett in his home led all his children to become
followers of Christ.

The funeral was held at the home in Orchard, April 6th, conducted by Rev.
S.A. Martin.  The interment took place in the Orchard cemetery.



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