Obits 1930; Winn, Louisiana
Submitter: Greggory E. Davies, unless otherwise noted.
Date: 20 June 2004
Source: Winnfield News-American, unless otherwise stated.
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James Cade
Mary Jane Evans
Mrs. L. Z. Fitzgerald
William Barrett Howell
T. C. Kidd
Mrs. T. C. Kidd
Marilyn Leonard
Ella Teddlie Magee
Mrs. G. A. McIlhenny
Dexter Puckett
W. H. Reeves
Ann Arledge Riser
Cordelia Marie Wilkinson
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April 4, 1930
James Cade, Age 83, Dies While On Visit to Bernice James, aged 83, passed
away at the home of his son at Bernice, Tuesday night, April 1, at 9
o'clock. Mr. Cade, who has made his home here with his daughter, Mrs. J. L.
Price, for the past year, was on a visit when stricken by his fatal illness.
Funeral services were held at the Antioch Cemetery near Eros Wednesday
afternoon at 3 o'clock. Those attending the funeral services from Winnfield
were Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Price and family, Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Carter, Rev.
Alwin Stokes, Ben Price, and Mesdames Walter Maxwell and Nora Regan.
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July 18, 1930
Mrs. Mary E. Evans Of Sardis Dies At Daughter's Home Mrs. Mary Jane Evans,
age 88, died Sunday evening, July 13, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J.
L. Shelton. The entire community was shrouded in gloom with the passing of
this noble Christian character. She united with the Sardis Baptist Church at
an early age and joyfully spent her time in service for the Lord whom she
loved. In the death of Grandmother Evans, her children lose a kind and
loving mother, her friends a loyal advisor, and her Church a staunch worker.
Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. W. D. Sherwood at the Baptist
Church. Interment was made in the Sardis Cemetery. Besides a host of
friends, Mrs. Evans leaves to mourn her departure one son, G. W. Evans,
three daughters, Mrs. J. L. Shelton and Mrs. John Shelton of Sardis, and
Mrs. Ben Sermons of Montgomery, a large number of grandchildren, great
grandchildren, and one great, great grandchild.
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October 10, 1930
Mrs. Fitzgerald of Monroe Is Laid To Rest Here Sun. Mrs. L. Z. Fitzgerald,
who died in her home in Monroe Saturday, was buried in Winnfield Sunday
afternoon. Mrs. Fitzgerald was a former resident of Winnfield. She had been
confined to her bed for almost two years with tuberculosis and had been very
ill for two weeks prior to her death. The body was brought to Winnfield
Sunday afternoon where the funeral services were held at the Baptist Church.
Rev. P. O. Moffett accompanied the bereaved family to Winnfield and
conducted the services. He was assisted by Rev. A. H. Cullen. Mrs.
Fitzgerald is survived by her husband and four little children, her father,
and several sisters and brothers.
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William Barrett Howell
March 28, 1930
W. B. Howell, son of Mrs. S. F. Howell, was killed in boiler explosion
Oklahoma City February 22. He was blown through a two inch wall breaking
left arm and crushing skull and died twelve minutes after explosion. Mr.
Howell was born near Bolivar, Tenn., and his parents moved to Packton when
he ws three years old. His remains were shipped to Cotton Valley where
funeral services were completed and interment made in that cemetery. He was
a member of the Masonic Fraternity and of the Baptist Church at Cotton
Valley and an ardent worker in both. Besides a host of friends he leaves to
mourn his loss his mother, Mrs. S. F. Howell and six brothers and seven
sisters, Mrs. Grady Howell, Hughie Howell, and Mrs. J. W> Stell of Cotton
Valley; F. R. Howell, Girard, La., R. N. Howell, Tullos, La., B. D. Howell,
Lafitte, La., P. D. Howell, Mrs. W. J. Melton, Mrs. B. E. Melton, Mrs. W. A.
Warren, of Packton, La., Mrs. Ed Sweat of Georgetown, La., Mrs. Grace
Rosenblath of Shreveport, La., and Mrs. T. R. Long, Winnfield, La.
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June 6, 1930
Mrs. T. C. Kidd of Gaars Mill Dies Saturday Night Mrs. T. C. Kidd, age 60
years, of Gaars Mill was discovered dead in her bed Saturday night about ten
o'clock. Her death was supposedly caused by heart trouble. She was buried at
the New Hope Church Sudnay afternoon at four o'clock. Rev. ?. E. Hearn of
Chatham conducted the funeral services. Mrs. Kidd is survived by her husband
and two sons, T. C. Kidd, Jr., and Victor Kidd, both of Gaars Mill.
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July 25, 1930
T. C. Kidd Dies At His Home In Hudson Monday
T. C. Kidd, aged 72, of Hudson, died Monday, July 21, at his home. He was
stricken with paralysis and died after an illness of two weeks. Mr. Kidd was
born in Georgia and came to Winn Parish when a very young child. He is a
member of the Methodist Protestant Church. Funeral services were held at the
New Hope Cemetery near Gaars Mill where interment was made Tuesday
afternoon. Mr. Kidd is survived by five sons: Grover and Iverson Kidd of
Sikes; Harrison Kidd of Georgetown; and T. C. and Victor Kidd of Hudson;
four daughters: Mrs. Ella Peters, Cedar Grove; Mrs. Virginia Brewer and Mrs.
Della Brown of Hudson; and Mrs. Willard Eldriege of Crowville; three
brothers, J. L. and I. B. Payne of Hudson; and J. B. Payne of Leesville; and
one sister, Mrs. H. S. Peters of Summerfield.
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June 13, 1930
Marilyn Leonard, Age 16, Dies In Manchuria, May 14
The many friends of Rev. and Mrs. Charles A. Leonard, missionaries
in  Harbin, Manchuria, are sympathizing with them in the loss of
their sixteen year old daughter, Marilyn, who died May 14th. Mrs.
R. H. Fletcher received a letter last week from her sister, Mrs.
Leonard, bringing the sad news.
The people of Winnfield will recall having heard Brother Leonard speak on
several occasions at the Baptist Church. Heartfelt sympathies are extended
to Mr. and Mrs. Leonard in their sorrow.
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November 7, 1930
Mrs. Ella T. Magee Dies In New Orleans Thursday Morning
Funeral Services This Afternoon At Three Thirty O'clock From Train
Funeral services for Mrs. Ella Teddlie Magee, age 72 years, who died
Thursday morning in New Orleans will be held this afternoon at three o'clock
conducted by the Rev. C. C. Weir of the First Methodist Church. Mrs. Magee,
who has been in failing health for two years or more was taken to New
Orleans about three weeks ago for medical treatment. The body will arrive
this afternoon over the L. & A. Railroad and taken from the train directly
to the Winnfield Cemetery for interment. Mrs. Magee who before her marriage
to the late J. C. Magee was Miss Ella Teddlie, was born in Florida and moved
to Winn Parish when quite small. Her entire life has been spent in Winn
Parish, part of the time near Montgomery, but most of the time in Winnfield.
During her active years she was identified with all the community
activities. She is the daughter of the late W. J. and Martha Mathis Teddlie,
progenitors of one of the most influential and best known families of the
state of Louisiana. Mrs. Magee is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Ethleen
Riser of Winnfield, Mrs. Josie Coates and Mrs. James Cravens of Los Angeles,
California, one sister, Mrs. Mary Jackson of Hargis, one half sister, Miss
Cora Teddlie of Coushatta, one half brother, J. W. Teddlie of Winnfield.
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August 8, 1930
Mrs. Alwin Stokes' Mother Dies At The Hospital In N. O.
Mrs. G. A. McIlhinny, mother of Mrs. Alwin Stokes, died at the
Baptist
Hospital in New Orleans August 4. Rev. Stokes and son George left
Tuesday
morning for Forest, Miss., where funeral services were held.
Mrs. McIlhinny is survived by two sons, George and Oliver, one
daughter,
Elizabeth (Mrs. Alwin Stokes), and her hu8sband, Dr. George
McIlhinny.
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August 8, 1930
Dexter Puckett, 7, Dies At The Home Of Frank Scott
Dexter Puckett, age 7 years, son of D. A. Puckett of Houston, Texas, died
Tuesday morning at the home of Frank Scott of Winnfield. He was ill only a
few days before he died. The child was born in Beaumont, Texas but has lived
in Winnfield for the past few months. Funeral services were conducted by
Rev. A. H. Cullen at the home of Mr. and Ms. Frank Scott. Interment was made
in the Winnfield Cemetery. The child is survived by his father, D. A.
Puckett, one sister, Lois, and one brother, Charles.
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June 27, 1930
A Tribute to The Memory of W. H. Reeves of Atlanta
The subject of this sketch was born in Alabama seventy-seven years ago. He
moved with his parents to Louisiana when an infant, and has lived in three
parishes, Natchitoches, Winn, and Grant. He was the father of twelve
children, four of them preceded him to the grave. Uncle Billy, as he was
known to his neighbors and friends, has been a staunch soldier of the cross
for sixty three years, having united with the M. E. Church at Atlanta when
only twenty four years old. He lived a quiet life. His home was his haven
and he was ever at his post of duty. While on his death bed with friends and
loved ones gathered around him, praying for the Father to heal him if it
could be. His will and if not, to lessen his suffering, his voice just
audible, coule be heard shouting, "Hallelujah." Family and friends what a
testimony! He leaves to mourn his loss, a wife and eight children, a host of
grandchildren, relatives, and friends. His children are Columbus Reeves of
Appleby, Texas; Lee, Ebben, and Wesley Reeves of Montgomery, La.; Mrs.
Please Blake of Dallas, Texas; Mrs. Jesse Terrell, Mrs. Ruby Ling, and Miss
Ella Reeves of Montgomery.
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February 7, 1930
Mrs. H. M. Riser Dies Wednesday at Cedar Grove Home
Mrs. H. M. Riser, 79, the mother of H. C. Riser, died at her home at Cedar
Grove Wednesday. Mrs. Riser was before her marriage Miss Ann Arledge of
Winnfield. She has lived at Cedar Grove for sixteen years. She is survived
by three daughters, Miss Della Riser, Mrs. E. O. Lites, and Mrs. Illa Ranney
of Shreveport, and two sons, H. C. Riser of Winnfield and S. M. Riser of
Shreveport. Nine grandchildren survive her. Interment was made at the Forest
Park Cemetery following services at the Southside Baptist Church, conducted
by Rev. C. A. Voyles.
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July 4, 1930
Mrs. A. B. Wilkinson Dies At Daughter's Home Friday 27th
Mrs. Delia Marie Wilkinson, years of age, died at home of her daughter, Mrs.
Virgil Crippen, Friday, June 27, after an illness of three months. Mrs.
Wilkinson was born at Fayetteville, Ala., October 26, 1870. At the age of 18
she married George Porter. Of this union two children were born, Connie and
Hattie. After the death of Mr. Porter, she moved to Texas where she married
A. B. Wilkinson in 1900. One child was born to this union, Estelle. Mr.
Wilkinson died Nov. 19, 1926. After his death she moved to Winnfield where
she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Virgil Crippen, until her death
Friday. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at four o'clock at the
First Baptist Church. Rev. A. H. Cullen assisted by Rev. Alwin Stokes,
conducted the services. Interment was made in the Winnfield cemetery. Mrs.
Wilkinson is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Virgil Crippen, Winnfield,
Mrs. Frank Crippen, Farmerville, and Mrs. John Bishop, Dermott, Ark. She
also leaves eight grandchildren.
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