MONTGOMERY COUNTY, NC - OBITS - Joseph L. Davis Obit - 1888

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The Montgomery Vidette
March 22, 1888

Joseph L. Davis Obituary

I regret to chronicle the death of Joseph L. Davis, elder son of Col.
J. H. and Malvina V. Davis of Eldorado, who died on the 12th inst. of
congestion of the Liver, age 17 years 6 month and 8 days. His remains 
were deposited in Macedonia Cemetery on Tuesday. From the above we 
readily see that in youth this young has been called by the Master from
among us. For what purpose he was taken from his loving parents, his 
school mates and comrads so early in life, no one can tell save the
wisdom of Him who called him hence: though, while he was young, he was 
nevertheless a good, moral, civil, and an obedient boy-with 
unexceptional manners. He was converted to God at Center church, last 
fall, through the preaching of Revs. Anderson and Strider.
"No flower can drop
Too soon, if ripe for glory:
Early plucked is early bliss.
Your sainted one is set,
A beacon light upon the heavenly shore.
To which in may deep, dark nights of sorrow,
Oft you may turn your eye."
This should be a glorious consolation to the bereaved family, that the 
dear on has gone in peace and harmony with God, who created him. 'Tis
true that Joseph's place in the family is vacant and can never be
filled by him again, but dear parents I can only say to you, that while
your hearts are torn and bleeding, only remember that the same hand 
that carried your son home to glory, is waiting to carry your spirit to
his-and in conclusion I extend to the bereaved family and friends my
heartfelt sympathy in the hours of loneliness and despair. The best
thing I can say to you is to meet you dear one in heaven.

A Friend
El Dorado, NC Mar. 16, 1888