Biographies and Obituaries
In loving memory
Sarah Isabel Hackler
Sarah Isabel, daughter of Wm H. and Hannah Groves, was born on a farrm near Epsom, Indiana, September 2, 1866, and departed this life at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Weaver at Elnora, Indiana, May 4, 1930, aged 63 years, 8 months and 2 days. Her childhood and girlhood was spent in her in her father's home near Epsom and her education was received in the schools of the neighborhood.OnMay 29, 1884 she was married to George Hackler and their life together was one of happiness, harmonious congenial and devoted. Two daughters were born to them, Gertie and Cordia, who with the husband and father are left to mourn the passing of a most loving mother and wife.When a girl of 12 years she was converted and joined the M.E. church of Epsom-later placing her membership in the Elnora Christian Church with her husband. She was also a member of the Order of Eastern Star and Royal Neighbors. Her life was consistent with her Faith-close to the teachings of Christ and the church. Her hospitality, thoughtfulness and kindness to everyone-her love for children and loyalty to friends were among her outstanding traits of character.Besides her husband and two daughters, Mrs. Gertie Weaver of Elnora, and Mrs. Cordia Barker of Covington, Indiana, she leaves two sisters, Mrs. Mary McGuire and Mrs. Lucy Snyder, of Plainville; one brother, Alfred Groves of Epsom; three half sisters, Mrs. Ethel Newcombe and Mrs. Ellen Brown of Richview, Illinois and Mrs. Maude Bryant of Shennandoah, Iowa; and one half brother living in Richview, Illinois.The eleven grandchildren are: Arnold Barker of Crawfordsville, Ralph, Fred and Russell Barker of Cates, Indiana, Alvin Weaver of Charleston, W. Va., Mrs Seth Eads of Anderson,Willis Weaver of Washington, Mrs. Frank McFarland, John Dale Weaver, George Weaver and Anna Ruth Weaver of Elnora; also three great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends who mourn the passing of a good woman. We are strengthened by her life among us, and her influence goes on and on.Death Angel Calls Highly Esteemed Lady.