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Obituary of James A. Stinson

Wednesday, 6 February 1918, Clark County (IL) Democrat


James A. Stinson, youngest son of Samuel and Sarah Stinson,
was born in Kashakton, Ohio, September 10, 1841, and quit the
walks of men Feb. 1, 1918, at the age of 76 years, 4 months
and 21 days.  In the year of 1849, he came with his parents to
Illinois and settled in Clark County where since he has made
his home.  October 22, 1862, he was united in marriage to
Elizabeth Kidwell, who survives him.  Although this union was
blessed with but one son who died at the early age of 14
years, they also raised three orphan children, showing their
readiness to ever assist those who needed their help.

Several years ago, he united with the Christian Church and was
buried with his Savior in baptism by Elder Isaac Lamb.  During
the first ministry of Elder T. D. Davis at this place, he
united with the Clarksville Church and endeavored to be a true
follower until the time of his death.

He told the ones that were praying for him the day he died
that he had never ceased to pray as he believed his Savior
would care for his soul.  He was a kind and affectionate
husband being at all times considerate for those he mixed with
here.

During his early life, he was a successful school teacher and
a farmer, until a few years ago when he came to live at the
late home in Clarksville.  Death resulted from an attack of
pneumonia taken about a week ago.  Besides a wife, he leaves
to mourn his departure, a sister, several nieces and nephews,
and a host of other relatives and friends, who will sadly miss
him from his home, and the community.

We are saddened because God, in his infinite wisdom, has seen
fit to call one of his own from our midst yet we mourn not as
those who have no hope, for we know there is hope beyond this
veil of tears, and that He who is our great Comforter will
someday wipe away all tears and we shall see that the way he
leads is the best and only way.  May God comfort the bereft.

Funeral service was held at Clarksville church, February 3,
Rev. Eckel officiating after which the remains were laid to
rest in the cemetery near by. 

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