Norfolk City Virginia USGenWeb Archives Obituaries.....Cromwell, J. Henry July 11, 1924
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Norfolk Journal and Guide,Saturday,Jul 19,1924

Mr. J. Henry Cromwell died at his late residence on Johnson Ave., Saturday
morning, July 11th after a few days illness.  Mr. Cromwell for a number of years
was editorial writer for the Journal and Guide before the paper was acquired by
the present owners, and in more recent years for the New Century.  At the time
of his death he was custodian of the Dunbar School, formerly the old Booker T.
Washington High School.  His funeral was held from St. John A. M. E. Church,
Tuesday afternoon, July 15th.  Solos were rendered by Mrs. Rosa Bibbins and Mr.
Leroy Tate.  Music was furnished by the Missionary choir of the church with Mrs.
J. A. Young at the organ.  Rev. Young, the pastor, preached the funeral sermon
and Rev. Long, of the Bank Street Baptist Church, Rev. D. F. White, of the
United Presbyterian Church and Rev. John R. Curtis spoke of the life of the
deceased.  The scripture lesson was read by Rev. J. H. A. Martin, of Mt. Zion
Church.  There were a number of beautiful floral designs.  Mr. Cromwell is
survived by his widow, Mrs. Ida Cromwell, a half sister and a number of cousins,
among them being Dr. J. W. Cromwell, of Washington, DC.  The remains were laid
to rest in West Point Cemetery.


Note: July 11,1924 fell on a Friday

Additional Comments:
West Point Cemetery

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