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by Joyce M. Tice Formatted & Published by Joyce M. Tice TGR - Troy Gazette Register
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| Reading a series of obituaries from a single
cemetery, as they are presented here, is like reading the multi-generational
history of a community. These people were the local populace at a particular
time. The people buried here knew each other, were neighbors, relatives
and school mates. They attended church together and engaged in "trade"
or business.
All people are listed in alphabetic order by surname at BIRTH. Women identified by a married alias only and for whom a birth surname can not be identified, are listed on the last page for the cemetery's obituaries. Please send in typed obituaries for people buried in our local cemeteries. If possible include name of newspaper and date. Send typed in your email or in attached Word files. Send to Joyce M. Tice (JoyceTice@aol.com) |
ADAMS – Lucretia Brown - died at ages 67 years and 11 mos. [Note- Husband Ambrose Brown; Lucretia 1826-1894]
ALLEN EMMA J
Parmenter, Mrs. Emma J Allen- aged 86, Columbia Cross Rds, died at
Troy Community Hospital Friday, Nov 9, 1945. She is survived by one son,
Roy C Parmenter, Columbia Cross Rds a brother, John L Allen, Troy; a sister,
Mrs. Frank Brace, Columbia Cross Rds, one grandson, two granddaughters
and one great granddaughter. The funeral was held Monday at 2:30 pm in
the Soper Funeral Home. Burial was in Springfield Cemetery. Rev. Orey Crippen
officiated. Mrs. Parmenter was a member of the Baptist Church, Estelle
Rebekah Lodge No 419 and the Farmers Alliance in Springfield.
HENRY AVERY
Henry Avery, 82, of the Pautz Personal Care Home where he was a resident,
died Monday, January 13, 1992. He worked at the farm of Roy Parmenter for
many years. He is survived by friends at the Pautz Personal Care Home and
also friends, Bill Gross and Otto Meyer. Memorial services were held January
15 (2 pm) at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy with the Rev. George Herrick
of the Gillett Baptist Church officiating and burial to be at Grover Hill
Cemetery, Sprinfield, PA. (TGR, Thursday, January 16, 1992)
BAILEY NANCY
Wilbur, Mrs. H Lafayette-Bath, Aug 7-The remains will be brought hither
for burial in Grove Cemetery Thursday afternoon. The death of Mrs. Wilbur
occurred Monday evening at Oneida, NY, following a short illness. Mrs.
Wilbur’s maiden name was Nancy Bailey and he was born in the neighboring
town of Wayne in 1853. Married in early life, she lived many years in Bath
and vicinity, removing to Oneida, about fifteen years ago. She survived
her husband four years and is herself survived by one son, Leo G Wixon
of Oneida, formerly of Bath.
BALMER –EMILY ELIZABETH BENNETT, wife of Egbert Bennett died in the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Wednesday morning September 5, 1934 at 3:10 at the age of 72. She was a prominent member of the Springfield Community for many years and will be greatly mourned by a wide circle of friends. She is survived by her husband and the following children: Merton W., Elmira Heights, Mrs. Mable Wolfe, Snedekerville, Orrin, Weston, N.Y. The funeral will be held Friday morning at 10:30 from her late home, Rev. Harry Rutchell officiating, with burial in the Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield. –Troy Gazette-Register
BOUGHTON Cecile M. MATTOCKS, 90, passed away on July 6, 1995 at her home in Springfield, PA. She was born September 22, 1904 in Columbia Township, the daughter of Rantsom and Elsie Preston Boughton. She was a 1925 graduate of Mansfield Normal School and taught at the Wolfe Hollow, Springfield, Big Pond and Ridgebury schools before retiring. She was an active member of the Springfield Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter and son-iin-law, Donna and Robert Hettich of Towanda; son and daughter-in-law, dale and Janet Mattocks of Springfield; grandchildren, Doreen Hettich of Philadelphia, PA, Renee Hettich of Elmira, NY, Darin Hettich of Pittsburgh, PA, Denise Hettich of Eagles Mere, PA, Annette and Greg Beyer of Doylestown, PA, Mark and Wendy Mattocks of Selinsgrove, PA and Lyle and Tanya Mattocks of Springfield; four great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Orton and Vivian Mattocks of Leona, PA, Edwin and Lillian Mattocks of Texas and Gerald and Katherine Mattocks of Tunkhannock; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Frederick J. Mattocks, in 1993; a grandson, Ryan Hettich in 1978 and a brother, James Boughton, in 1988. Funeral services were held at the Vickery Funeral Home in troy on July 9 with Pastor Tom Hager officiating and burial to be in Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield Township. Donations may be sent to the Springfield Baptist Church, Box 96, Columbia cross Roads, PA 16914; Grover Hill Cemetery Association, Box 97A, Columbia Cross Roads, PA 18848; or Guthrie Hospice, RR 1, Box 154, Towanda, PA 18848 in Cecile M. Mattocks’memory.
BROWN - (Local News) Last Thursday night at the home at Leona of his son, Bert Brown, occurred the death of a well known resident, Daniel Brown of Springfield. The deceased would have been 85 in September. He was twice married. Besides his son he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Passage of Wyalusing, and Mrs. Mabel Johnson of Seattle, Washington, a sister, Mrs. Gleason of Great Bend, Pa. and a brother, Joseph Brown of Woodhull, N.Y. The funeral was held at 2 Sunday afternoon at the home of his son. The Rev. Sears officiating. Interment was in the Grover Hill cemetery. TGR 1922
WILLARD T. BROWN
Willard T. Brown, 68, of Troy RR 2, died Friday, May 29, 1992
at home. He was born January 3, 1924 in Springfield Township, the son of
the late Thomas W. and Grace E. Brown. He was born, raised and lived on
the family Century Farm and was a lifetime dairy farmer in Springfield.
He was an avid hunter and enjoyed bowling. Mr. Brown is survived by his
wife, Betty Clark Brown. Willard and Betty would have been married
42 years on August 27, 1992. Also surviving are his daughter and son-in-law,
Kathy and Earl Swain of Troy RR 2; son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Cathy
Watkins Brown of Troy RR 2; sister, Terressa Farr of Elmira; sister and
brother-in-law, Elizabeth and Harry Manley of Troy; brother, Thomas W.
Brown Jr. of Troy RR 2; grandchildren, Gordie, Jennie and Danny Swain and
Mary, Ben and Sara Brown; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral
services were held June 1 at the Vickery Funeral Home in Troy with the
Rev. James Crupi officiating and burial to be in Grover Hill Cemetery,
Springfield. Memorials may be directed to the Parkinson Disease Research
Fund (PSP) in care of Ira Shoulson, University of Rochester, 601 Elmwood
Avenue, Box 673, Rochester, NY 14642. (TGR, Thursday, June 4, 1992)
BURGESS ELLEN
Leona News) Ellen Burgess died March 7th. The funeral was
at her late residence, near Springfield, March 9th, Rev. L. L. Wilcox conducting
the religious services. The singing was by the Leona choir and finely
rendered. Ellen was the daughter of Charles and Ann Burgess.
Her father was born in Vermont, June 9th, 1772 and died Jan. 24th, 1873.
Her mother Anna Parmenter, was born in R. I., Dec. 10, 1791. They
were married Jan. 1st, 1812. They moved to Springfield about 1817.
Their children were seven girls and five boys. Ellen was the youngest,
68, last October.
TGR 1903
Franklin C. BURGESS, who departed this life the 186th of March, 1900, aged 70 years, was a devoted member of the Universalist church at Springfield, its choir leader for many years. He had ten brothers and sister, of which two only are now left, Ellen and Maria, the last named living at Omaha at an advanced age. Mr. Burgess had never married, but kept his home at the old homestead of his father, Charles Burgess. Mr. Henry Boughton, who had been so intimately connected with the deceased, having lived with him for thirty-five years. Mr. Boughton was untiring in his devotion to his life long friend; during his long and severe illness, no brother could have been more kind, or rendered him better care. The single sister remains in the home under the care of this devoted friend.
Mr. Burgess was a very social man, and the large attendance at his funeral bespoke the many friends he had won in his life-time. Signing was rendered at the funeral by Mrs. Mary Reynolds and Miss Lydia Tanner, old friends of the deceased, from Elmira. The Baptist minister, Rev. E. B. Dwyer, assisted the Universalist pastor, Rev. Amanda Deyo, on the sad occasion. The remains were buried at Grove Hill cemetery, March 20th, the service conducted by the Free Masons for their respected Brother. TGR 1900
CLARK Mrs. Helen E Wolcott-aged 82, died suddenly in her home in Springfield Monday morning, February 20,1950. She suffered a heart attack. She is survived by a brother, George Wolcott, Springfield and three nephews. Services were held from the Soper & Vickery Funeral Home, Troy Thursday. Rev. Orey Crippen with burial in Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield.
CONNER - Karen Spencer, 44, Columbia Cross Roads
12/29/2001 Towanda Daily Review
Karen A. (Conner) Spencer, age 44, of Columbia Cross Roads passed away
on Friday, Dec. 28, 2001, at her home. She was born on June 26, 1957,
in New Jersey, the daughter of Wilbur C. and Christine (Lewis) Conner of
Oldwick, N.J. Karen was a member of the Mosherville Bible Church. She devoted
her time and love to her family. In addition to her parents, Karen is survived
by her husband, Jerry J. Spencer; three sons, Jared and Justin Spencer,
at home, and Jerry Spencer of Princeton, Minn.; three daughters, Kristina
and Kendra Spencer, at home, and Shanna Sisney of Santa Barbara, Calif.;
four grandchildren; two brothers, Brian Conner of Cokesbury, N.J., and
Kenney Conner of Hackettown, N.J.; and one sister, Sandra Orgris of Long
Island, N.Y. Friends are invited to call at the Vickery Funeral Home, Troy,
on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2001, from 6 to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be
held at the Mosherville Bible Church, Mosherville, on Monday, Dec. 31,
2001, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Robert A. Bevins and the Assistant Rev.
Tom Hager officiating. Interment will be in the Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Gerald W. Vickery Jr. Funeral
Home Inc., 110 W. Main St., Troy.
CRANE –VIRGINIA L. CRANE BEARDSLEE CLAYPOOL of 244 Devonshire Dr., Elmira Heights, NY, passed away quietly on October 20, 2006 at the age of 78. Ginny was born on November 28, 1927, to George and Alice Crane formerly of Pine Valley, NY. In 1945, Ginny married William L. Beardslee. Ginny and Bill resided in Columbia Cross Roads, PA for over 35 years while raising their children. Ginny participated in the Methodist Church, school and 4-H activities, and was a member of the Troy Auxiliary Police, Troy, PA. Ginny worked at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY, as a Recovery Room Aide for 23 years. Upon retirement, Ginny was employed as a home health aide for many years. Every patient became family and shared in Ginny's love. In the late 1980's Ginny moved to Elmira Heights, NY. In 1990, Ginny was married to Donald Claypool of Elmira, NY. They shared over 16 years of marriage. Both were very devoted to the First United Methodist Church, Horseheads, NY, where they served on several committees, ministered to shut-ins, worked at the rummage sales, attended Bible Study, were greeters at Sunday services, co-founded Family and Friends, and participated in the living manger scene. Ginny was predeceased on June 20, 2006 by her husband, Donald Claypool; her infant daughter, Cindy, in 1956; and her brother, Edward R. Crane, on January 20, 1999. Ginny is survived by loving daughters, Elizabeth (Gary) Horning, Troy, PA, Carol (Richard Garner) Welch, Canton, PA, Diane (Jay) Harkness, Gillett, PA, and Cherie (Gary) Tanner, Evans Mills, NY; and special friend-daughter, Marie (Keith) Seymour of Columbia Cross Roads, PA; her brother, Gerald (Beverly) Crane, Lincoln, Delaware; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; step-children, Mark (Mary Ellen) Claypool, Donald (Pam) Claypool, and Mary (James) Thomas; and five step grandchildren of Horseheads, NY. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY, on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, from 4-7:00 p.m. Family and friends are further invited to call at the First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, on Monday from 10-11:00 a.m. where a celebration of her life will follow in church at 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne will officiate. Interment in Grover Cemetery in Columbia Cross Roads, PA. Those wishing may also remember Ginny with memorials in her name to the First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY. –Elmira Star Gazette (Should read Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield Twp.)
CRANE VIRGINIA L. BEARDSLEE
Virginia L. Crane of 244 Devonshire Dr., Elmira Heights, NY, passed
away quietly on October 20, 2006 at the age of 78. Family and friends are
invited to call at the First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St.,
Horseheads, on Monday from 10-11:00 a.m. where a celebration of her life
will follow in church at 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne will
officiate. Interment in Grover Cemetery in Columbia Cross Roads, PA. Those
wishing may also remember Ginny with memorials in her name to the First
United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, NY 14845.
GATES - MRS. BURNHAM TAKEN BY DEATH
Oldest Resident of Springfield Township; Funeral to Be Friday
Mrs. Cyria M. Burnham, the oldest resident of Springfield Township,
passed away at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday at the age of 90 years, six months.
She is survived by two sons, Arthur D. Burnham at home and Floyd J. of
Milton, Pa.; two grandsons in Elmira. The funeral will be Friday at 3 p.m.
at the residence. Burial will be in Grover Hill Cemetery located on the
farm. The Rev. Paul Rockwell will officiate. (handwritten on article 1938)
JOHNSON - Mrs. Sarah M. JOHNSON Strange of Springfield, departed this life, May 29th, 1903. She was the daughter of Royal Johnson and was born in Lapeer, NY, August 19th, 1834. She was united in marriage to Marcus Strange, deceased. One son Charles, of Springfield, and one daughter, Mrs. Mina McKerrick, of Elmira, survive her. Her funeral was held from her home on the 1st inst., Rev. T. Mitchell officiating, assisted by Rev. Hemming. The interment was on Grover Hill.
Bela KENT, son of Dudley and Hannah (Granger) Kent, was born
May 19, 1757 in Suffield, Conn. On the 13th of December, 1775, he enlisted
under Capt. Ebenezer Huntingdon in the 22nd regiment, commanded by Samuel
Willis of Connecticut. "He crossed the Delaware with Washington, was in
the battle of Brandywine, wintered at Valley Forge and was at West Haven
Island when the Americans evacuated New York city and the British crossed
from Long Island and took possession. Having received no orders to retreat,
Mr. Kent's company was surrounded by the enemy. They cut their way through
the British lines and after great exertion reached the American forces.
Mr. Kent served six years, was promoted to corporal and in his closing
days was granted a pension of $116 per year." Soon after the war, he removed
to Schenectady, N.Y., thence about 1815 to Springfield township, Bradford
county. Here he continued to reside until his death, Dec. 16, 1834. His
remains repose in the Grover cemetery. He had married Lucretia Remington
and had children, Bela, Henry, Cynthia, Hannah and Margaret.
Bela died in young manhood.
Henry went West, died in Illinois, 1879.
Cynthia married Gaius Adams of Springfield.
Harriet married a Mr. Bedortha and lived near Springfield, Mass.
Margaret married Isaac Cooley of Springfield.
LODGE, JOHN H. (JACK) John H. (Jack) Lodge, 56, of Canton, passed away unexpectedly September 29, 1987 at the Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, Rockville, MD. He was born February 2, 1931 in Canton Township, a son of Russell and Leah McCracken Lodge. Jack was involved with the dairy industry for 36 years, most recently being employed for 14 years for Eastern Milk Producers as a dairy inspector. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in France and attended St. Joseph’s Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, the former Anne Schanbacher; a daughter, Mrs. Jeffery (Judy) Bouey of Gaithersburg, MD, with whom he was visiting at the time of his death; son and daughter-in-law, John S. and Carol Lodge of Montrose; his mother, Leah Lodge of Troy; two brothers, Edward Lodge of Ogdensburg and Richard Lodge of Arcadia, Fl; four grandchildren; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins. Preceding him in death were his father, Russell in 1965, his sister, Barbara Vollmer in 1987 and infant sister, Edna Mae in 1934. Funeral services were held at St. John United Methodist Church in Grover on October 2. Rev. Richard Leonard officiating, interment was to be in Grover Cemetery and arrangements were by the Morse and Kleese Funeral Home in Canton. The family suggests memorial contributions be forwarded to the building fund of either the St. John United Methodist Church or the Grover Church of Christ. (TGR Oct. 8, 1987)
MATTOCKS Miss Ella-Troy, June 2- 73, of Springfield died at Crowe’s Nursing Home in Canton Saturday evening at 9:45 o’clock. She is survived by six nephews-Clyde, Earl and Orton Mattocks of Troy; Fred of Columbia Cross Rds, Edward of DeLand, Fla, and Gerald of Philadelphia. Several cousins also survive. The body is at the Soper Mortuary where service will be held Tuesday at 2 pm. Burial will be in Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield. Rev.Orey Crippen will officiate.
MRS. ETTA MATTOCKS COOPER
Aged 60, died at the home of her brother, Charles Mattocks, at Springfield,
Sunday, May 17, 1936 at 11:45 a.m. She is survived by two brothers, Charles
and Frederick and one sister, Miss Ella Mattocks, all of Springfield. The
funeral was held from the Cooper residence Tuesday at 11 a.m., the Rev.
J. D. Kerrick, Towanda, officiating. Burial was at Grove Hill Cemetery.
(handwritten on article 1936)
FREDERICK J. MATTOCKS, 85, of Springfield died Sunday, Dec. 19, 1993, at the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre. He was born Dec. 1, 1908, in Springfield Township, the son of Fred and Ethel Daly Mattocks. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Cecile Boughton Mattocks. His great joys were his family and loving grandchildren. He devoted his life to hard work, helping others and caring for his family. He spent 57 years of dedication to improving the property in Springfield he purchased 8n 1936. Prior to his retirement he was a Pioneer Corn representative for 17 years. He was an active member of the Springfield Baptist Church. He’ll be remembered by his family and friends as a caring, dignified, gentleman. He is survived by his wife, Cecile; daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Robert Hettich of Towanda; son and daughter-in-law, Dale and Janet Mattocks of Springfield; seven grandchildren; Doreen Hettick of Philadelphia, Renee Hettich of Owego, Darin Hettich of Pittsburg; Denise Hettich of Eagles Mere, Annette and Greg Beyer of Doylestown, Mark Mattocks of Sunbury, and Lyle and Tanya Mattocks of Springfield; three great-grandchildren, Allison and Megan Beyer and Courtney Mattocks; brothers and sisters-in-law, Orton and Vivian Mattocks of Florida, Edwin and Lillian Mattocks of Texas, and Gerald and Katherine Mattocks of Tunkhannock; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a grandson, Ryan Hettich, in 1978, and brothers, Clyde, who died in 1979, and a brother, Earl, who also died on Dec. 19, 1993. Friends may call at the Vickery Funeral Home, Troy, on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral will be held there Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Tom Hager officiating. Burial will be in Grover Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Springfield Baptist Church, Columbia Cross Roads, Pa., or to the Grover Hill Cemetery Association. –Towanda Daily Review.
MURRAY, MINNALYNN, the daughter of James D. Murray of Columbia Cross Roads, Pa., died Friday morning May 23, 1913, of diphtheria, aged ten years. She is survived by her father, her grandmother, three sisters, Grace M. Stacy, Julia and Jeannette, and two brothers, George and Frank. A private funeral was held Sunday at 1 p.m. at the family home. The Rev. Seymour Barrett officiated. The pallbearers were her father, two brothers and Elmer Stacy. She was laid at rest beside her mother in the Grover Hill Cemetery at Springfield, PA.
MURRAY – LOVED CHILD TAKEN
Minnie Lynn Murray, youngest daughter of Jason D. MURRAY, died Friday
morning, May 23, of diphtheria aged ten years, six months and twenty-four
days. Minnie Lynn was a bright beautiful child and will be sincerely mourned
by a large circle of friends both old and young. A private funeral was
held at the family home Sunday, at 1 o’clock, Rev. Seymour Barrett officiated.
Pallbearers were her father, two brothers and brother-in-law. She was laid
to rest beside her mother in Grover Hill cemetery, Springfield. She is
survived by her father and grandmother, three sisters, Grace M, Stacy,
Julia and Jeanette, two brothers, George and Frank. TGR 1913
Harold Clark PARMENTER, 83, of West Franklin, Canton RR 1, PA passed away Thursday, November 28, 2002 at the Highlands Care Center in Laporte, PA. Born August 21, 1919 in Bradford County, he was the son of the late Roy C. and Ella Clark Parmenter. Harold was formerly employed by Fox Chase Farms in Towanda for many years. There are no known surviving relatives. Funeral services were held December 5 at the Maryott-Bowen funeral Home in Towanda with the Rev. Richard Martin officiating and interment to be in Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield Twp., PA. TGR
RIPLEY - Peet, Annie Ripley- wife of Fred Peet, Springfield, and for many years a prominent woman of that section, died in the Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Monday, March 25, 1946, at the age of 80 years. She sustained a broken hip some days ago. Mrs. Peet had the unusual distinction of being a member of the Springfield Baptist Church for 63 years. She joined when a girl of 17 years. She was a former member of the Grange and the Rebekah Lodge of Springfield. Mrs. Peet is survived by her husband and one cousin, Mrs. Sadie Cruttenden, Mansfield. Services will be held at the Springfield Baptist Church this Thursday at 2 pm. Rev. Orey Crippen, with burial in the Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield.
KENNETH L. WEED, age 73, of Leona, Pa., passed away at his residence on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2005. He was married to Janet (Thorp) Weed on July 29, 1954, celebrating 51 years of marriage. Kenneth was born on July 29, 1932 in Towanda, Pa., the son of the late Elmer and Alene (Carman) Weed. Kenneth was a member of the Leona Methodist Church. He was a Veteran of the U. S. Army. Kenneth was a heavy equipment engineer for Streeters in Elmira, N.Y. He was a member of Union No. 832A Operating Engineers, a member of F & A Masonic Lodge of Troy, Pa., No. 306, and Ridgebury Sportsmen Club, he was an avid outdoorsmen. Kenneth loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed by the family that loved him very much. In addition to his wife Janet Weed, Kenneth is survived by: son, Darren L. (Nichole) Weed of Sugar Branch, Pa.; daughters; Pennie J. (Jim) VanNoy of Leona, Pa., and Denise M. (John) Feusner of Troy, Pa.; brothers, Richard F. (Mickey) Weed of Berrytown, Pa., and Max (Darlene) Weed of Springfield, Pa.; sisters, Virginia P. Wood of Troy, Pa., and Joyce L. (Fred) Seymour of Big Pond, Pa.; grandchild, Britani A. VanNoy; great-grandchild, Kloey VanNoy; grandchildren, Jay VanNoy, Brent L. Sparling, Hailey L. Feusner, Kristen M. Feusner, Sabrina McClelland, Justin Weed, Taylor Weed and Trey Weed; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Kenneth is preceded in death by brothers, Charles Weed and Gerald Weed; an infant sister, Geraldine Elizabeth Weed. Family and friends are invited to call at the Leona Methodist Church, Leona Road, Troy, Pa. on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005 from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. A Masonic Lodge service will be held at 10:45 a.m. with the funeral service being held immediately following at 11 a.m. with Pastor William Lusk officiating. Interment will be at the Grover Hill Cemetery, Springfield Township, following the service. Memorials in Kenneth’s memory may be made to the Leona Methodist Church, RD 2, Troy, Pa. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Vickery Funeral Home, Inc. 110 West Main St., Troy, Pa. –Towanda Daily Review.
WESTBROOK - William Westbrook
Special to The Daily Review.
William Westbrook died yesterday morning at 6 o'clock at his home in
Leona, following a stroke of paraylsis. He was born in Leona and
spent his entire life there where he was esteemed and respected by his
neighbors and the people of the community. He is survived by his
widow and an adopted daughter, Nora Westbrook. The funeral will be
held at the house Sunday at 12 o'clock and the Springfield church at 1
o'clock; interment in the Springfield cemetery. Reva Wagner.
Daily Review March 11, 1911. (Westbrook William G. 1836
1911)
WILKINSON - Augusta Wilkinson Bentley.
Mrs. Augusta Wilkinson Bentley died at Jamestown, N. Y., December 18,
1900. Her funeral took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Furman,
December 21, Rev. Amanda Deyo, officiating. Burial in the Grove cemetery
at Springfield. Deceased was born at Binghamton April 10, 1838, was married
to Storm T. Bentley December 12, 1864. Besides the husband she leaves four
sons to mourn this great loss. Her sons are: Alexander B., James D., J.
Randall and John Brainard, and one daughter Grace, also one sister, Mrs.
N. T. Osborne, all of Jamestown. TGR
1901
Berry, Mrs. Sherman-the funeral of Mrs. Sherman Berry of Athens was held here in the Baptist church Tuesday afternoon, assisted by Rev. W P Hazelton. Interment was in Grover Hill cemetery.
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