McCabe Farm Cemetery, Rome Township,
Bradford County, PA
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The Christian Advocate - 1892
William MCCABE was born June 8, 1822, in County Monaghan, North Ireland, and
died at his home, in West Pittston, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, September 28,
1892. He came to this country in 1836, and in 1838 removed to Bradford
County. He married Ruth TOWNER December 8, 1842, and in 1871 took up his
residence in West Pittston, where he resided until his death. Mr. McCabe
was the manager of the Lehigh Valley Company's farms and lands in this place,
and was popular with everyone, his genial and kind manner winning all to him.
Mr. McCabe was converted when he was a young man, joined the Methodist Episcopal
church, and has been one of its most earnest and loyal supporters, ever ready
with his money and labor to contribute to its upbuilding. He was
interested in the cause of Christ at home and abroad. His piety was
simple, yet radiant with that joyfulness and cheer that made his presence a
benediction. For the past few years his health has been failing and he was
a constant sufferer, yet uncomplaining. He died in the faith. His
funeral services were conducted by his pastor at his late home and at his old
home in Bradford County, and were attended by throngs of people who had learned
to love and respect him. His remains were laid away in the family lot near
the house where he was married. Mr. McCabe is survived by his wife and two
sons, Wesley and James McCabe.
Rev. C. A. BENJAMIN
Note: William and his wife, Ruth (TOWNER) McCabe, are buried at McCabe
Farm Cemetery, Rome, Bradford County, Pennsylvania. Her parents: Rev.
Joseph and Amelia (PRATT) Towner, are buried here also.
Submitted by: Mary Jane Haight-Eckert
mjhaighte@aol.com