Lenoir County NcArchives Obituaries.....Obituaries, Taylor Collection ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/nc/ncfiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Martha M. Marble 58marble@cox.net October 5, 2005, 9:45 am OBITS – TAYLOR COLLECTION These clippings were found in an old scrapbook kept by Francis Hartsfield Taylor, wife of Bruton Taylor. Although there are no dates, Mrs. Taylor died in 1912. The originals will be place in the Martha Mewborn Marble Collection at the Joyner Library, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC. The dates provided are from the cemetery records at Heritage Place, LCC, Kinston, NC. RICHARD CASWELL WEST Mr. Richard Caswell West, aged 60 years, died at the home of Mr. W. R. Bond Wednesday at 7:45 o'clock after an illness of several weeks. The remains will be interred in the cemetery here tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock. Rev. N. E. Coltrane will conduct the funeral services. The direct cause of death was probably due to softening of the brain. He had suffered, however, a general breaking down in health, and his condition grew worse every day from the time he was taken ill. He was one of the best known men in the county and had many friends. He never married, but lived with his sisters, Mrs. Susan Bond and Mrs. George Fentress, nearly all of his life. NOTE: born 1842 – d 1902 ********** MRS. ANNIE OETTINGER MRS. OETTINGER DEAD Passed Away this Morning at 12:20 O'clock Mrs. Annie Oettinger, wife of Mr. S. Oettinger, passed quietly away Thursday morning at 12:20 o'clock at her home on Independence street. Death was not unexpected, as she had been very ill for several months and had been in feeble health for two or three years. The remains will be interred in the cemetery here tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock. Rev. Mr. Myerburg, of Goldsboro, is expected to conduct the funeral service. The deceased was 35 years of age. She was married to Mr. Oettinger on April 20, 1892, in Kinston. She was Miss Annie Rosenthal, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. J. Rosenthal, then of Washington, N.C. A husband and three children – two boys and a girl – and three (sic) sisters, Mrs. A. Oettinger, of Kinston, Mrs. M. M. Marks, of Newbern, Mrs. S. B. Loeb and Mrs. A. H. Heller, of Baltimore, and one brother, Mr. E. W. Rosenthal, of Newbern survive her. The deceased will be greatly missed in Kinston, and in Newbern, and Washington as well. She was a devoted wife, a tender, loving mother, a good neighbor. Her life was sweetness and kindness to all and no one could be chosen who possessed more universally the love and esteem of even mere acquaintances. The whole community deeply sympathize with the relatives in their loss, for it is indeed a great loss. FUNERAL OF MRS. OETTINGER The funeral of the late Mrs. Annie Oettinger took place Friday morning. Services were held at the house at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rabbi Myerberg of Goldsboro. The love and estate in which the deceased was held was attested by the concourse of mourning friends who crowded the spacious home and thronged about the grave, and by the numerous and rare floral tributes which made up one of the finest collections every seen on a like occasion in Kinston. Friends and relatives were in attendance from Goldsboro, Newbern, Washington and other places. The pall bearers were Mess. B. A. Schultz, Dr. W. T. Parrott, J. E. Hood, J. F. Taylor and W. S. Herbert. NOTE: born 11 Dec 1866 – d 1 May 1902 ********* DIED ROBERT HOOD Robert Hood, infant son of Mr. And Mrs. H. C. Hood, of near Kinston, died at their home Sunday afternoon, at 6:40 o'clock, aged 8 months and 10 days. NOTE: No cemetery record but would have died 1902 SARAH ELIZABETH WEST Miss Sarah Elizabeth West died Monday morning at 4:55 o'clock at the residence of her nephew, Mr. W. R. Bond, on East Street, after an illness of two weeks with pneumonia, aged 61 years. The deceased leaves one brother, Mr. R. C. West, and two sisters, Mesdames Georgia Fentress and Sue Bond to mourn their loss. The remains were interred from her late home Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. NOTE: Same paper NOTE: born 1840 – d 1902 *********** MR. CHARLES PHILLIPS DEAD Aged Native Citizen Passes Away at His Home in the City – Death Due to Kidney Trouble and Old Age Mr. Charles Phillips died at his home on west Blount street early this morning, at 3 o'clock, at the advanced age of 76. Death was due to kidney trouble, from which he had suffered a long time, and old age. For three weeks he had been confined to his bed. The funeral took place at 4 o'clock this afternoon, the interment being made in Maplewood cemetery. Mr. Phillips was born in Contentnea Neck township, this county, and he lived here all his life. He leaves one son, Charles Phillips, Jr., a daughter, Mrs. L. H. Pridgen of Duplin county, a half brother, Mr. D. H. Wade, and a half sister, Miss Fannie Wade, of Greensboro. Mr. Phillips was well known throughout the county and had a large number of friends. Until a few years ago he farmed a short distance from the city, but moved to town upon the death of his wife, and has since lived on west Blount street with his son, Charles, Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Natt Tripp. NOTE: appears to be no cemetery record ******* MRS. ADDIE RANDOLPH MRS. RANDOLPH DIES SUDDENLY Beautiful and Loving Wife and Mother's Death Sad Shock to Entire Community The entire community was shocked beyond expression Sunday morning when it was learned that at midnight Saturday night, Mrs. Addie Randolph the loving wife of Mr. C. T. Randolph, and devoted mother of a large family of interesting young children, expired suddenly of strangulation from gases rising, due to heartburn and indigestion. Just a few hours prior to her death, she was in the best of health and spirits and her sudden demise cast a sadness and gloom over the whole community. A few minutes before 12 o'clock Saturday night, Mrs. Randolph was affected with the gases and water rising in her throat and called to her husband, who responded quickly and tried to do something for her relief. A hurry call over the phone was also sent to Dr. Henry Tull and within 10 minutes he was at the home, but Mrs. Randolph was then unconscious and at 12:10 A. M.. 25 minutes after she was first taken, she died. The death of Mrs. Randolph is inexpressibly sad, especially so because she leaves a large family of little children, some of them young indeed, and because of its suddenness and her youth and good health, and for many other reasons it appears sad that death should claim her for its own. She was only 37 years of age, beautiful of face and form, and with a sweet, lovable nature and high Christian character she was beloved by all. The mistress of one of Kinston's most beautiful homes, hers was the hospitable hand that invited the world to share her blessings and the joys of her home. The mother of nine living children, who were the pride and joy of her life, it is no wonder she gained the reputation of being an ideal mother. Mrs. Randolph was Miss Addie Waters and married Mr. Charles T. Randolph at Pantego, then her home September 5, 1886. To them ten children have been born, nine of whom are now living, one married, Mrs. J. E. Hudson, and the rest ranging from 17 years down to 2 years. She would have been 38 years old at her next birthday, which is February 7. NOTE: Addie J. Waters – b 18 Feb. 1870 – d 12 Aug. 1906 ******** BRUTON L. TAYLOR Mr. Bruton L. Taylor, aged citizen who died last week, was prominent in the public affairs of Kinston and Lenoir County in his younger days. He served as register of deeds in the trying days of the late 70's and early 80's, and although a Republican in politics, he always maintained the highest regard and respect of the Democrats. His heroic rescue of the court-house records when the building was burned in '79 and his attempt to save the same records a year later in the conflagration that swept the business section, is still recalled by many citizens who were living here at that time. Included in the books of record that were gotten out in the second fire were two index books and one book of record then known as No. 50, but now listed in the register of deeds' office as No. 1. It bears the finger prints of Mr. Taylor where they were indelibly burned on its binding when the book, hot almost to the burning point, was saved from the flames. In recent years Mr. Taylor had taken little or no interest in politics and had devoted his energies to farming interests. NOTE: born 9 Sept 1848 – d 18 May 1928 ******** DR. J. M. HADLEY Free Press Bureau, LaGrange, Dec. 13, 1901 Dr. J. M. Hadley is dead. What a pang of sorrow this sad news will bring to so many people in all the walks of life. His has been a busy life. Public spirited, sympathetic and cheerful, with a large store of general information (aside from his profession), he will be missed and mourned by all. Exposure, while in the discharge of his life work and relieving suffering humanity, brought pneumonia, and despite human skill, he succumbed to that dread disease, after one week's illness. The subject of this sketch was born in Alamance county, this State, 66 years ago, and at an early age received his diploma as a medical doctor. During the four years ('61 to '65) that "tried men's souls" he administered to the wounded boy in gray, and to the day of his death, there was no chord in his emotional nature more sensitive than that touched by reference to the trying ordeals of his comrades in arms. In 1867 he moved to LaGrange and has been largely instrumental in the upbuilding of our town. While a very busy man he took time to look after his Spiritual needs and during his life was a delegate to all the annual and general conferences of the M.P. Church, of which he was a member. The beautiful M. P. Church here was largely due to his indomitable energy and liberality. He was first married to Miss Kirkpatrick; his second marriage, about five years ago, was to Miss Josie Wingifield, who with Mr. Geo. B. W. Hadley, by his first wife, and little Mary, by his last wife, survive him. He leaves also two brothers, Mess. Mint Hadley, of Silver City, and J. A. Hadley, of Mt. Airy. He was a bright Mason and an honored member of the Knights of Honor. Beautiful floral offerings have been ordered by the members of his church here, beside others that will be furnished by friends of the family. He will be buried with Masonic honors in Fair View cemetery tomorrow, services beginning at 11 o'clock. To the sorrowing loved ones we tender our sympathies. NOTE: born 23 Nov 1835 – d 13 Dec 1901 ******* INFANT SMITH A special from Goldsboro Saturday says: "The 2 year old boy of Mr. and Mrs. Kirby Smith, who reside in the county, came to a horrible death this week. The child was playing at the fireside while the mother was busy with her work. The screams of the child attracted attention and the horrified mother saw her child enveloped in a flame of fire. She grabbed the child and ran to the front door. The passing of a neighbor just at the time saved the life of the mother, who would have soon been burned. The burning child was taken from its mother's embrace by force, and died in terrible agony a short while afterward. It is supposed that the little one got too near the fire and its clothing caught from the blaze. ********* MR. J. P. BRUTON DEAD Mr. J. P. Bruton died at his home on Washington Street, yesterday morning at six o'clock of pneumonia. Mr. Bruton has been ill for about seven weeks and was thought some time ago to be getting better but recovery was retarded by poisoned blood, which had troubled him for years. He was about 35 years old and leaves a wife and four children. His remains will be taken to his brother's, Mr. J. H. Bruton's country home, four miles from Kinston, and buried in the family burying ground, this morning at 11 o'clock NOTE: I have Jesse Pittman Bruton died 17 March 1903. No cemetery records for him. ************ MRS. HADDOCK DIED WEDNESDAY She Was Accidentally Shot About Three Months Ago Mrs. J. H. Haddock died at the residence of her mother, Mrs. George Tilghman, Wednesday. This is a peculiarly sad death. It will be recalled by our readers that about three months ago, Mrs. Haddock was accidentally shot at her home several miles from Kinston. The circumstances were as follows: A supposed mad dog was under the house, and there being no one on the place to shoot the dog, Mrs. Haddock sent for Mr. C. F. Smith, who lived near by. He came and shot the dog once. As he attempted to reload, he held the gun upward and as the breech was snapped into place, owing to the plunger being too long, the shell exploded and the entire load of shot went into the left breast of Mrs. Haddock who was standing in the doorway. Physicians were summoned, but it was seen immediately that it would be almost impossible for her to recover, her left breast being shot almost entirely away. The unfortunate young woman was brought to the home of her mother at Kinston, that she might have the better advantage of medical treatment, and everything possible was done to save her, but the wound was such a severe one that it was impossible to heal it. She has suffered terribly and death must have been a relief. Mrs. Haddock was 20 years old. She had been married not quite one year. The funeral services were held by Rev. D. H. Tuttle in the Methodist church Thursday at 10 o'clock, the remains being interred in the cemetery here. NOTE: Could not find a cemetery record that might be her *Additional information added April 29, 2006 by Sue Harper Summerwind824@aol.com I have some information regarding one of the obitiuaries in the Taylor Collection....the one about Mrs. J. H. Haddock who was accidently shot. She was my maternal grandmother's older half sister. Her name was Mamie Taylor Haddock and she was the daughter of Georgeann Hawkins Taylor Tilghman (my great grandmother) and Georgeann's first husband who was a Taylor (I believe his first name was Walter). The article was incorrect about her mother being Mrs. George Tilghman ......She was actually Mrs. Alex Tilghman. Mamie had a brother, John Taylor and two half-sisters - Iley Tilghman (Smith) and my grandmother Georgia Tilghman (Brown). Sue Harper *********** DEATH CLAIMS TWO CITIZENS SUNDAY Mr. A. Mitchell and Mr. H. C. Harrison Die of Pneumonia COMMUNITY MUCH SHOCKED Both Prominent and well Known Citizens – Mr. Mitchell Probably Wealthiest Resident of Kinston The entire community was shocked at the almost sudden death of two prominent and well known citizens of this city, Mr. Henry Harrison at about 3:30 pm Sunday and Mr. Adolphus Mitchell at 12:45 this morning. Death in both instances resulted from simple pneumonia, of which neither had been ill a week, but the violence of the attack in each case developed most rapidly. Both were large property owners and had been identified with Kinston's progressive march for about a quarter of a century. Death of Mr. A. Mitchell Mr. Adolphus Mitchell died at his home in northwest Kinston, "Mitchelltown." This morning at 12:45 o'clock, of pneumonia, of which he had been ill since last Wednesday night. He died surrounded by his entire family, all who were out of town having arrived to be at his bedside. Mr. Mitchell was taken ill last Wednesday night, and was considered to be getting along very well until Sunday morning, when he had a turn for the worse and continued to since until he died at 12:45 this morning. The funeral will take place from the home at 10:30 o'clock Tuesday morning and the remains interred in Maplewood cemetery. Mr. Adolphus Mitchell was born in Granville county 56 years ago, and came to this city about 1870. He at first engaged in the tobacco business and later opened a live stock sale and exchange business in which he continued until his death, doing a large business in this line. He married Miss Lavinia Perry, of Jones county, in 1874, and as a result of that union nine children were born, eight of whom are living now. They are: Mr. W. A. Mitchell, Mrs. H. C. Wooten, Mrs. E. H. Best of Warsaw; Misses Gladys, Iris, Hazel and Terry and Mr. Courtney Mitchell. Mrs. Mitchell also survives him and a sister, Mrs. Harris of Durham and three brothers, who live in Granville county. Mr. Mitchell was reckoned one of Kinston's wealthiest, and by some the wealthiest, citizens, his property consisting largely of real estate in one of the most desirable parts of the city near his late residence. He was a generous-hearted man and kind father and husband. Kinston mourns his death as an irreparable loss to the community and was shocked beyond expression at the news of his death. NOTE: born 11 Sept 1850 – d 19 Feb 1906 Mr. Henry C. Harrison Dead Mr. Henry C. Harrison died at his home on Independent street Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock, after an illness of six days of pneumonia. Few knew of the illness until Saturday night, and to that time he was not regarded as dangerously sick, but Sunday, he began to grow worse and soon after the noon hour began to have convulsions, total collapse following quickly. Desperate remedies were resorted to by the attending physician, but none availed and Mr. Harrison died about 3:30. The funeral will take place Tuesday, though the hour is not known at this time, as the sister and brother of the deceased are expected to arrive and it is not known on which train. The funeral will be arranged to take place after their arrival. He leaves a young widow and a brother who lives near Emporia, Va., and sister at Washington, DC. Mr. Henry Clay Harrison was born in Brunswick County, Virginia, and came to this city in 1882, embarking in the saloon business, in which he accumulated a considerable amount of property. He was 48 years of age. Mr. Harrison was married to Miss Minnie Matthews, the summer of 1904. There are no children. Mr. Harrison was a large stockholder in various enterprises in this city at one time, and a large real estate owner. He was generous to a fault and lavished his friendship on those to whom he gave it and was true to the core to them. Charity found an easy route to his purse and many a one in need found relief through him. Mr. Harrison was an Elk and a Mason and will be buried with the honors and ceremonies of the two organizations. NOTE: born 24 April 1860 – d 18 Feb 1906 THE LAST SAD RITES Remains of Mr. A. Mitchell and Mr. H. C. Harrison Consigned to Last Resting Place in Presence of Large Crowds The funeral of the late Mr. A. Mitchell took place from the home this morning at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. C. G. Wells, assisted by Rev. B. W. Spilman. A large procession followed the body to the grave where, after a short service he was consigned to its last resting place. A crowd stood at the sepulcher as the last sad rites were said. The floral tribute was extraordinarily handsome and very large. At 3:30 in the afternoon, the funeral of the late Mr. H. C. Harrison took place, the ceremonies being conducted by the Masonic order and Elks, of which two lodges Mr. Harrison in life was a member. A large crowd attended the funeral at Maplewood cemetery and witnessed the impressive ceremonies. **************** A SAD SUCIDE Mr. Sig Einstein Shot Himself This Morning. Fatal Act Attributed to Temporary Insanity The entire community was shocked this morning by the announcement that Mr. Sig Einstein, a member of the progressive firm of Mess. Einstein Bros., had committed suicide. He retired to the room in the store occupied as a sleeping room by Mr. Virgil Rountree about 8:30 o'clock and a few minutes later a pistol shot was heard and upon going to investigate the door was found locked. The door was broken open and the young man was found on the bed gasping for breath with a pistol wound in his head over the right temple. The store was closed and Drs. Pollock and Parrott hastily summoned. Dr. Parrott arrived first but efforts to relieve the young man were useless and he died in about five minutes after the doctor arrived, and within ten minutes from the firing of the fatal shot, never recovering consciousness. Mr. Sig Einstein was aged 26 years. He was a good business man and one of the cleverest and most popular young men of Kinston and was a favorite with all. He always seemed in the best of humor, but it seems that a cheerful demeanor does not always cover a cheerful heart. He seemed in high spirits last night and took part in the rehearsals for the new play soon to be given here. He left a note to his people telling them that he was despondent and tired of life and to forgive and forget him. The cause of suicide is attributed to temporary insanity. The sad occurrence has cast a deep gloom over all the people of Kinston, who deeply sympathize with the bereaved relatives in their heavy affliction. FUNERAL OF MR. SIG EINSTEIN The Beautiful and Impressive Services of I. O. O. F. and Jewish Church. The Largest Crowd Ever in Attendance at a Funeral in Kinston The funeral services of Mr. Sig Einstein were conducted yesterday afternoon at the home of the parents by Rabbi Myerberg, and the Odd Fellows, beginning at 3:00 o'clock. From the house, the procession, led by lodge in funeral paraphernalia and followed by the carriages containing the immediate family and some personal friends, formed a long line. At the cemetery the Odd Fellows, joining hands and standing uncovered, formed in two columns on either side of the gate, while the procession passed within. Then reforming, the members filed into the cemetery in reversed order and formed in a circle around the grave, where the burial services of the order and the Jewish church were concluded. A piece of cedar from the breast of each brother was deposited on the casket, signifying that the frailties of the brother were buried with him, but that his virtues will dwell greatly in their memories. The services were beautiful and impressive. The services of the Jewish church were partly in English and partly in Hebrew. The language of the East was beautiful and poetic, and ran like a silver ripple from the lips of the learned Rabbi. The grave was completely covered with beautiful floral tributes. We think it was the largest crowd ever in attendance at a burial here. It was a sad and solemn occasion. While many attended from curiosity the immense crowd and the sympathy and sorrow shown attests the popularity of Sig with all our people. It should strengthen the hearts of his people. We are glad that Sig is buried here, where he has lived all his days. It identifies our Jewish friends more thoroughly with Kinston and our people. NOTE: born 12 Jan 1823 – d 18 March 1899 ********** C. W. JOYNER The body of Mr. C. W. Joyner arrived on the freight Tuesday from Kinston, the place of the fatal accident, and was met by the Knights of Honor, of which he was a member, and taken to his home on Caswell street. The remains were interred in Fair View cemetery Wednesday afternoon by the Knights of Honor, assisted by Rev. Mr. Davis of the Baptist Church. The unusually large assemblage of white and colored, young and old, showed that Mr. Joyner was universally esteemed by all. Beautiful flowers in great profusion were laid upon the beautiful casket. Mr. Joyner was a man of large intellectual powers – a true friend and most devoted and indulgent father and husband. A more crushed and saddened family we have never seen. We commend them to a kind and heavenly Father who so tenderly and in unmistakable terms promises to care for the widow and orphans. He leaves a widow, seven children, two brothers, Mess. J. Y. Joyner of Greensboro and J. P. Joyner of this place – and two sisters – Medames Davis, of Greensboro and Nettles, of Asheville. Mr. Joyner's dog, "Pete", is the most sensible dog we ever saw. As his master left on the train, he meets every train looking in vain for him to return. His howls and expressions of grief are irreconcilable. NOTE: born 14 March 1849 – d 3 April 1899 ********* January 29th, 1901 DIED IN TEXAS Mr. Geo. F. Hartsfield Writes of The Death of Mr. Thos. Williams. Both were Former Kinstonians Rev. D. H. Tuttle received a letter this morning from Mr. Geo. F. Hartsfield announcing the death of Mr. Thomas Williams. Many Citizens of Kinston will remember these gentlemen, who moved from Kinston to Texas twelve or fifteen years ago. Mr. Hartsfield's eulogy of Mr. Williams is well made for those who knew him when he lived in Kinston, speak of him as being a very good man. Mr. Williams died in Caldwell, Tex., Tuesday morning, Jan 29th, at 8:50 o'clock. His age was 53 years, 1 month and 14 days. The funeral services were held at 3:30 o'clock at the M.E. church and the interment was made at the Masonic cemetery in Caldwell at 4:30. We publish Mr. Hartsfield's letter in full: Caldwell, Tex., Jan. 30, 1801 To Pastor, M. E. Church, Kinston, NC Dear Brother – Enclosed you will find a funeral notice announcing the death of one of the most consecrated men that it was ever my pleasure to be associated with. He was raised in Kinston and his friends there will regret to hear of his death. Please tell your congregation, saying to them that he often spoke of them with love and tenderness. Having known him since I was a little boy and knowing how pure he was, I feel no hesitancey in saying that his life was one continued grand and powerful sermon, the influence of which has been felt by every man and woman in Caldwell. His death was the grandest triumph I ever witnessed. Thank God for having known and been intimately associated with one so pure. For 18 months or more he has been a constant sufferer, yet without a murmur, and with ever words of comfort and encouragement for others. His sick room was always full of sunshine and on entering it one felt that they were in the presence of a man whose whole life was consecrated to the service of God. I write this to you knowing that while his many friends in your church will be made to feel sad, yet they will rejoice in the fact that he is now at rest with the saints who have gone before. Please give the funeral notice to the widow of his old friend, J. Q. Jackson and tell her that he loved to talk of her, always speaking of her noble Christian life. My love to my aunt, Mrs. F. K. Hartsfield, my sisters, Mrs. B. L. Taylor and Mrs. J. T. Hatch. God bless you and your labors. Your friend, W. P. Fife, held a meeting here about Christmas with fine results. He is now at Cameron, about 32 miles from here where I am told he is having a splendid meeting. God bless you and the dear old church where I took the church vows. I love you all. Your unknown friend Geo. F. Hartsfield ********** DIED Mrs. Eleanor Williams, wife of Mr. Jerry Williams, of Kinston, died this morning at 3 o'clock, aged 53 years. She leaves a husband and seven children to mourn their loss. The burial will take place tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock at British Chapel, Craven County. The remains will leave here at 1 o'clock. Edith E. Huff, thirteen months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Huff, of Kinston died this morning at 7:40 o'clock and will be buried in the cemetery tomorrow at 3 pm. NOTE: The above two in the same paper NOTE: Could not identify cemetery records ********** LATER OBITS – probably kept by Mrs. Lula Cox Mewborn, widow of Mark Mewborn MRS. PEYTON A. HOOKER The funeral of Mrs. Annie R. Barwick Hooker, wife of Peyton A. Hooker who succumbed to a heart attack at her home on East North Street early Wednesday was held from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Cecil Moore, on West Lenoir Avenue at 11 a.m. Thursday, with burial in Maplewood Cemetery. Rev. Walter C. Ball, pastor of Queen Street Methodist Church, and Rev. T. M. Grant of Rocky Mount, officiated. Floral offerings were numerous. Surviving with her husband is her daughter. Mrs. Hooker, a native of Florida, has made her home here about 20 years – all her married life. Pallbearers were Dr. Branch Moore, Horace Sutton, John Lupton, E. J. Nobles, Julian McCullen and Sam Barwick. Born 1873 – d 1943 ********** KLEBER DENMARK, SR., DIED THIS MORNING AND WILL BE BURIED MONDAY Kleber Denmark, Sr., 69, died at his home on West Peyton Avenue this morning shortly after 9 o'clock. He had been critically ill for some days and death was not unexpected. He suffered a stroke of paralysis several weeks ago and again the early part of this week. The funeral service will be held from the residence Monday afternoon at 5 o'clock, Rev. Harold J. Dudley, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church will officiate. Mr. Denmark had been a resident of Kinston for 35 years. He was a native of Wayne County the son of the late Stephen and Winifred Denmark of the adjoining county. He was engaged in the jewelry business here for many years and occupied a store on Queen Street just south of Gordon. He was known to most citizens of the community and had many friends. He is survived by his widow, four children, George Jr., Kleber Jr., Sherwood and Mrs. Ross Rouse (nee Martha). One grandson, George III all of Kinston and one brother George K.. Denmark of Washington, DC. Numerous other relatives here and in the section survive. NOTE: born 1866 – d 1935 ******* ROBERT C. STRONG Kinston – Funeral rites for Robert Coleman Strong, 81, retired banker and prominent Kinston citizen, who died in Memorial General Hospital here Wednesday at 6:30 pm after an illness of 18 months will be held from St. Mary's Episcopal Church Friday at 4 pm. Interment will be in Maplewood Cemetery. The rector, the Rev. Edward F. Moseley, will conduct the rites. Mr. Strong was president of the old National Bank here for many years. He was the son of the late Henry R. and Sally Coleman Strong of Kinston. His only brother, Henry Strong, died several months ago. Surviving are a niece and several cousins. ROBERT COLEMAN STRONG Mr. Robert Coleman Strong, retired banker and pioneer citizen of Kinston, who succumbed Wednesday night at the age of 81 to a protracted illness, was for at least two generations one of Kinston's leading bankers and financiers. At the time of his death he was one of the oldest native born Kinstonians. He spent his entire life here, devoting his energy and talents to the home community. He was successful in a financial way. He was not of the showy, impulsive type, but rather quietly and unostentatiously went about in his active days attending to the matters at hand. He was charitable but kept his good deeds to himself as far as possible. He had been physically disabled for several years. He retained his mental faculties to an unusual degree until the time of his death. His many friends among the older citizens will mourn his death and many who were the recipients of his benefactions will miss him NOTE: born 2 Feb 1863 – d 20 Oct 1943 ********** JERRY M. QUINN DIES ON SUNDAY Prominent Furniture Dealer Succumbs to Heart Attack Funeral services for Jerry M. Quinn, 65, prominent furniture dealer who succumbed to a heart attack at his home, East King Street at 3 pm Sunday will be held from the late residence at 3 pm Tuesday with burial in Maplewood Cemetery. His pastor, Rev. J. Wayne Drash, will officiate assisted by Dr. Henry L. Glass, pastor of Queen Street Methodist Church. Surviving are a widow, Mrs. Jessie Bryan Quinn; one son, Julian J. Quinn of Kinston; one daughter, Mrs. William V. Bond of Wilmington, Dela; one granddaughter Molly Joyce Quinn of Kinston, several sisters, nieces and nephews. Mr. Quinn was a son of the late Virginia Sandlin and O. W. Quinn of Duplin County, who came to Kinston nearly 50 years ago. He had been in the furniture business here for 48 years as part owner of the Quinn and Miller chain of furniture stores which operate in a number of cities and towns over the State. He was a faithful member of Gordon Street Church of Christ, which he served as an elder on the Official Board for many years. NOTE: born 2 Nov 1879 – d 28 Jan 1945 *********** LOUIS EDWARD COX KILLED IN ACTION OFF GUADALCANAL November 13, 1942 With picture Chief Boatswain Mate Louis Edward Cox, U. S. Navy, was killed in action off Guadalcanal, November 13, 1942, according to a letter just received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward F. Cox, of Kinston, from Secretary Frank Knox of the Navy. Young Cox, who was 31, had been in the Navy 13 years. He was on the USS Juneau, which went down in the battle with Japs. He had been reported as "missing" sometime ago, but only now has the Navy given him and other members of the ill-fated crew up as lost. Secretary Knox was high in his praise of the courageous service of Boatswain Cox and his comrades, who gave their lives for their country. *********** MRS. FANNIE MOSELEY DIES 5:30 TUESDAY; RITES 4 WEDNESDAY NOTE: My database gives her death date as 27 July 1943 Mrs. Fannie D. Moseley, 82, prominent Kinston resident and widow of W. O. Moseley, died at her home at 204 East Blount Street, Tuesday at 5:30 am following a five weeks' illness. Death was attributed to heart failure. She had been confined to her bed since June 20 when she was injured by a bicycle while crossing the street near her home. Mrs. Moseley had been in a semiconscious condition since Saturday when she was stricken with a heart attack, which was followed by a second attack on Monday afternoon. Mrs. Moseley was the daughter of the late John F. Wooten, Kinston attorney, and Mrs. Mary Christian Wooten, of a widely known Virginia family. A life-time member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Mrs. Moseley derived much pleasure from her association with her church and guild affiliations. Prior to the accident she was a regular attendant at meetings and church services. She was a beloved and respected resident who was affectionately called "Miss Fannie" by all who knew her. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock from St. Mary's Church with Rev. E. F. Moseley, rector, officiating, assisted by Rev. Jack Rountree. Interment will follow at Maplewood Cemetery. Survivors include one brother, Dal F. Wooten, of Kinston and four daughters and two sons, who are: Mrs. J. B. Person, Selma; L. O. and Wooten Moseley, Kinston; Mrs. L. S. Gilliam of Statesville; and Mrs. Launa Faulkner and Miss Orie Moseley of the home. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and one great grandson, Paul Fletcher, Jr. of Washington, DC. Another obit gives the additional information Active pallbearers will be John Weyher, Dr. F. P. Wooten, Henry Canady, Jack Saunders, Jesse Pugh Wooten, Thomas Mewborn, R. E. Mewborn, and Thomas Harvey. NOTE: born 10 Oct 1860 – d 27 July 1943 ********** Mrs. Ira May Hardy After a most courageous and fruitful life filled with loving service to her Saviour, her Church, her family, and her fellow man, God called home our beloved friend and co-worker, Mrs. Ira May Hardy, May 15th. She was a charter member of our branch of the Woman's Auxiliary, of St. Mary's Church, Kinston, NC, which she named St. Anne in honor of the mother of the blessed Virgin Mary, who was called the Patron Saint of all womanhood. She was a most ardent supporter of this work for more than 18 years. Therefore, we the members of St. Anne's chapter, and of the whole auxiliary deplore her untimely departure, and wish to extend to her sorrowing family our heartfelt sympathy and remind them that "It is not Death to die, To leave the weary road, And midst the Fellowship in High To be at Home with God" Respectfully submitted, Miss June Whitfield, Chairman Mrs. L. N. Williams, Secretary Mrs. J. T. Sutton – Committee NOTE: Could not find in cemetery records ********** Rites for Mrs. Cox at Home at 4 PM Monday The funeral of Mrs. Rose Taylor Cox, 61, widow of R. E. Cox who died at her home, 710 North Pollock Street, at 6:40 am Sunday after an extended illness, will be held from the late residence at 4 pm Monday with burial in Maplewood Cemetery, Rev. Walter C. Ball, pastor of Queen Street Methodist Church, will officiate. Mrs. Cox was a life-long member of that church Surviving with two daughters, Mrs. Richard Wayne Franklin and Miss Frances Cox, and a grandson, Richard Wayne Franklin, Jr, a sister, Mrs. W. R. Lathinghouse, De Funiak Springs, Fla.; and four brothers, A. S., George, P., Mark K., and Joe Taylor, all of Kinston. Active pallbearers will be R. E. Mewborn, Craven B. Brooks, Leo Edwards, T. W. Heath, C. S. Chamberlain, Troy Foscue, Randolph Spear and Albert Scott. NOTE: born 17 March 1882 – d 12 Sept 1943 *********** PROMINENT FLORIST DIES EARLY THURSDAY; RITES AT 5 on FRIDAY Mrs. Florence Starkey Denmark, 70, widow of Kleber Denmark, Sr., of Kinston, and a prominent local florist, died in Memorial General Hospital at 2:10 am Thursday after three years of declining health. She has been critically ill since Saturday. The funeral will be from the home on West Peyton Avenue at 5 pm Friday, with interment in Maplewood Cemetery, Rev. Thomas H. Hamilton of the first Presbyterian Church and Dr. Harold Dudley, Presbyterian of Wilson, will officiate. Mrs. Denmark was born in Pitt County on February 14, 1879. Her husband died nearly 14 years ago. She and her family operated the Denmark Florist business here for many years and she was active in the firm until ill health forced her retirement about three years ago. Mrs. Denmark was an artist with floral designs and was one of Kinston's best known citizens. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Martha D. Rouse of Kinston; three sons, Sherwood, George R. and Kleber Denmark, Jr.; five grandchildren, and two sisters, Miss Emma Starkey of the home and Mrs. W. M. McArthur of Greenville. Pallbearers will be Thomas J. White, Roy L. Graves, Dr. T. Leslie Lee, William Stanley, William H. Dixon of Kinston; Marshall Starkey and Lindsay McArthur of Greenville. NOTE: Born 1879 – d 1949 ********* He Knew the Stork Well A picture of Dr. Frederick A. Whitaker Above is Dr. Frederick A. Whitaker, 88, North Queen Street physician whose funeral was held Wednesday afternoon. Kinston's beloved physician practiced 60 years or longer. It was said he officiated at more births than any other doctor in the section. "Dr. Fred" was known to thousands in Lenoir and Jones Counties. The likeness is from his last photograph, taken a few years ago. NOTE: born 17 Nov. 1849 – d 2 Nov 1927 ********* Mrs. W. F. Harding Mrs. W. F. Harding Dies Early Wednesday in A Local Hospital Mrs. Sally P. Tucker Harding, 68, wife of W. F. Harding, magistrate and justice of the peace for Lenoir County, died in a local hospital around 7 a, Wednesday following an illness of two weeks. Brief funeral services will be held at 3 pm Thursday from Garner's Funeral Home with Rev. Jack R. Rountree and Rev. E. F. Moseley, Episcopal clergymen, officiating. Interment will follow in St. John's Episcopal Church cemetery in Pitt County. Daughter of the late J L. and Elizabeth Johnson Tucker of Pitt County, Mrs. Harding was long active in church and civic affairs in Kinston. She was a member of the local chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Daughters of the Confederacy. She was a staunch supporter of the local public library and other community organizations. During the past fall she was one of the most ardent workers in the drive to collect books for shipment to German schoolchildren. A member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, she took a prominent part in the activities of her church. She and her husband resided at 610 North Mitchell Street. Surviving in addition to her husband are two sisters, Mrs. W. B. Quinerly and Mrs. C. V. Cannon Ayden; one half sister, Mrs. Bryan Davis of Moss Hill one half brother, Jack Tucker of Grifton; a nephew, Jack Quinerly of Ayden; two nieces, Mrs. Jack Chapman and Mrs. Ned McGlohon of Grifton. Active pallbearers will be Tucker McGlohon, Jack Chapman, Jack Quinerly, Robert L. Cannon, Herbert Quinerly and Robert Mewborn. The body will remain at Garner's Funeral Home until 3 pm Thursday. ************ Miss Dora Miller Miss Dora Miller's Funeral Held from St. Mary's Church Miss Dora Miller, 86, former Kinston teacher and librarian, was buried from St. Mary's Episcopal Church Wednesday morning at 11:00. Interment was given in Maplewood Cemetery. Miss Miller died early Tuesday morning at Parrott Memorial Hospital, following an illness of a week. She was the last of her generation of a family prominent here for many years. She was one of three sisters who lived to be more than 80 years of age. She is survived by three nieces and three nephews, five great nieces and four great nephews. She had made her home for many years with her sister, Mrs. Kate Haskitt, who preceded her to the grave by a few weeks. The pallbearers, active and honorary are all member of the vestry of St. Mary's of which the deceased was long a faithful and active member. The funeral service was conducted by the Rev. E. F. Moseley, rector. The active pallbearers were Thomas Harvey, A. K. Barrus, Haywood Weeks, John Tyler, Ben Roark, R. E. Mewborn, Thomas White and Ben Thomas. The honorary pallbearers were E. B. Marston and D. F. Wooten. NOTE: Could not identify in cemetery records ********** MRS. W. E. Mewborn Passes at Burlington; Rites at 4 Tuesday Mrs. Lula Lang Mewborn, 76, widow of William E. Mewborn of Kinston, died of a heart attack at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Duncan MacKenzie in Burlington early Monday. She had been in declining health since January but had recently improved sufficiently to make the trip to Burlington. The funeral will be held from St. Mary's Episcopal Church here at 4 pm Tuesday with burial in Maplewood Cemetery. The rector, Rev. Edwin F. Moseley, will officiate. Mrs. Mewborn was for many years a staunch member of St. Mary's. Surviving are two daughters, Miss Carlotta Mewborn of Kinston and Mrs. MacKenzie of Burlington, one son, Ronald E. Mewborn of Kinston; a sister, Mrs. C. E. Moore of Farmville; seven grandchildren, R. E. Mewborn, Jr. of Kinston, Cadet Ned P. Mewborn, West Point, Bill Mewborn, Georgia Military Academy; Dick Mewborn, Constance and Peggy Mewborn, all of Bordentown, NJ, and Duncan MacKenzie, Jr. of Burlington. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews including W. Harry Lang of Kinston. Mrs. Mewborn was a native of Pitt County, but spent most of her life in Kinston. She was a daughter of the late W. G. and Priscilla Moye Lang, prominent residents of Pitt County. Her husband, a prominent Kinstonian, died several years ago. From additional clippings – she attended Greensboro College – following vestrymen were to act as pallbearers: D. F. Wooten, H. A. Barrus, Haywood Weeks, George Skinner, Ben Thomas and T. W. Heath. Attended Funeral Among those in Kinston to attend the funeral of Mrs. W. E. Mewborn Tuesday were : Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Cox, and Mrs. Roger Gant of Burlington; Mrs. Helen C. Mewborn, New Bern; Mr. W. F. Joyner, Goldsboro; Mrs. Morrill Mewborn, Misses Peggy and Constance Mewborn, Bordentown, NJ; Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Glasgow, Mr. Rodney Glasgow, Jr., Mr. C. E. Foster, Littleton; Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Joyner, Mrs. Lyman Joyner, and Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Joyner, Jr. Wilson; Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Joyner, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Lang, Mr. and Mrs. James Lang, Mesdames C. E. Moore, Bert Smith, Frank Davis, H. L. Humphrey, Paul Jones, Robert Fiser and Ted Albritton, Farmville NOTE: born 25 Nov. 1866 – died 29 March 1943 ******** MRS. T. W. MEWBORNE Buried Saturday The funeral of Mrs. Leila M. Mewborn wife of T. W. Mewborne, was held Saturday afternoon from St. Mary's Episcopal church. Rev. Bartholomew F. Huske, conducted the services. Burial was made in Maplewood cemetery. Pall bearers were J. C. Rasberry, Robert H. Rouse, B. B. Jones, C. E. Raynor, Staton Suggs, F. C. Dunn, H. H. McCoy, D. F. Wooten and T. W. Heath. Mrs. Mewborne was a woman of many splendid traits of character, a devoted mother and grandmother. She was held in the highest esteem by all who knew her. A woman of a sweet, gentle disposition, and charitable nature, her friends were legion. She was a member of one of Lenoir County's most prominent families, a devoted church worker and long time member of St. Mary's Episcopal church. She is survived by her husband, T. W. Mewborne, one daughter, Mrs. O. G. Rucker, and two granddaughters and one grand son. Mrs. Mewborne died Friday, a victim of heart trouble. NOTE: born 17 July 1869 died 1 Sept 1933 – was Lelia Loops ******** MEWBORN RITES HELD AT 11 A. M. ON MONDAY; MEMBER PROMINENT FAMILY The funeral of William L. (Bill) Mewborn, 33, member of a prominent local family who succumbed to pneumonia at Memorial General Hospital about 9 pm Saturday, was held from the home of his mother, Mrs. W. E. Mewborn, on Washington Avenue, at 11 am Monday, Rev. Edwin F. Moseley, rector of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, officiating. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery. Surviving with his mother are a brother, Ronald E. Mewborn of Kinston; two sisters, Miss Carlotta Mewborn, secretary to Supt. Of Schools, William A. Graham, and Mrs. Duncan A. McKenzie of Burlington, and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Mewborn had been ill some time, his condition the last few days critical. Pallbearers were Thomas Mewborn, Ralph White, Ray Barbre, Carey House, Bill Stanley, W. A. (Barry) Moore, Francis Rasberry, Harold Flynn and Quincy Hart. The rites were largely attended. There were many attractive floral offerings. NOTE: born 9 Aug. 1907 died 19 April 1941 ********** TO HOLD FUNERAL OF M. MEWBORN TODAY Well Known Citizen Passes Away After Short Illness. Leaves Wife, Son and Two Brothers The city was shocked to learn yesterday morning of the death of Mr. Mark Mewborn at his home at 707 N. Mitchell street, after about a ten day illness. Mr. Mewborn was the son of Levi A. and Adelaide Mewborn, and was born April 8, 1876, in Hookerton, Greene County. When a child his parents moved to Kinston where Mark was raised and educated at the Kinston public high schools. When a young man he was associated with the firm to T. W. Mewborn & Company of this city, and continued with them for several years, later going into business for himself. In 1903 he married Miss Lucy Cox, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Cox, who survives him. He also leaves to mourn his loss, one son, Thomas, and two brothers, W. E. and T. W. Mewborn, both of Kinston. The late Mr. Mewborn was well and favorably known and will be greatly missed in the community. He was an influential member of the Episcopal church and a member of the royal Arcanum. The funeral will he held at the family residence at ten o'clock this morning, The Rev. D. Hartley officiating. Interment will be made in Maplewood cemetery. The following are the pall bearers, F. C. Dunn, Plato Collins, L. P. Tapp, Bingham Sutton, E. Y Speed, Aldred Ashford, Warren Kilpatrick, all of Kinston and Lee Simmons of Fort Barnwell. An additional obit only added that he had taken ill at the filling station he operated in Fort Barnwell, had been taken home and confined to bed. NOTE: born 9 April 1876 died 12 July 1926 – full name was Levi Mark ********** BELOVED WOMAN PASSES AGE OF 75, BURIED WED'DAY Mrs. H. O. Hyatt Dies at Home Saturday Night – Funeral Held Wednesday – Largely Attended The funeral of Mrs. H. O. Hyatt, 75, widow of Dr. H. O. Hyatt, prominent physician, was held Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 from her home on East Caswell Street. Services were conducted by Rev. Dr. Bartholomew F. Huske, who was assisted by Dr. Harley. Burial was made in Maplewood cemetery. Mrs. Hyatt died at her home on Saturday night following an illness of ten days. She was a wonderful wife and mother and a friend to everybody. The high esteem in which she was held in the community was expressed dozens of times, by all classes, who visited her home and viewed the beloved remains, whose soul had gone on to a higher reward. A descendant of aristocratic Southern and Northern families she was the finest type of a blue blooded gentlewoman. Her home life was ideal, and her doors were ever open to the hungry and weary. She was a member of the Eastern Star, a daughter of the American Revolution, a member of the United Daughters of the Confederacy and a loyal member of the Episcopal church. She received her education at G. F. C. and was one of the best read women in the state. Mrs. Hyatt before her marriage was Miss Sybil Henry Miller, a daughter of Dr. Anderson Roscoe Miller, a native of Woodington Township and Delia Maria Henry of Waterbury, Vermont. Her mother was a member of one of the old and influential families of New England. Her father was a descendant of the Palatines, who settled along the Trent River in Craven County during colonial times. Dr. Miller, Mrs. Hyatt's father, was born at LaCrosse. She was married to Dr. Henry Otis Hyatt of Kinston in 1877. Three children were born of this union. Dr. Hyatt had practiced here since 1871. He was one of the prominent men of the medical and surgical profession until his death in 1922. A singular coincidence of the life of Mrs. Hyatt was that she was the daughter of a physician, the wife of a physician and the mother of a physician. She was a direct descendant of Jacob and Catherine Miller, prominent in colonial days. Jacob Miller came to this country from the Palatinate in Europe in 1710. He was an attorney. Court was held at this house a number of years in Craven County, when the present Lenoir County was embraced in that territory. At Mrs. Hyatt's death there was still in this family a tract of land in Woodington Township that had been in the family more than 200 years. She is survived by three children, Miss Sybil Hyatt, Miss Deila Hyatt and Dr. Anderson L. Hyatt of this city. A brother, E. L. Miller, lives in Kansas City, Mo. The following were pallbearers; Kola B. Farabow, Rev. George B. Hanrahan, Mayor Dal F. Wooten, George E. Haskett, E. G. Barrett, Thomas Mewborn, Leo Kornegay, Claude Tilghman, Alfred Cheney, and A. A. Buchan. Out of town visitors to the funeral were: Mr. E. L. Miller, Kansas City, brother; Mr. Richard D. Miller, Kansas City, nephew; Mr. John B. Hyatt, Tarboro; Miss Delia Hyatt, Tarboro, Miss Annie Hyatt, Tarboro, Mrs. J. F. Liles, Tarboro; Miss Lou Miller, Goldsboro; Dr. and Mrs. M. W. Ball, New Bern, Mr. Claude Tilghman, Dover; Mrs. Annie Long, Greenville; Miss Mamie Ruth Tunstall, Greenville; Mrs. Claude K. Gwaltney, New Bern; Mrs. Claude Gaskins, New Bern; Mrs. Lucille Stroud DuVall, Portsmouth; Mrs. Mary S. Richardson, LaGrange. NOTE: born 14 June 1858 – died 4 Nov. 1934