HEATH, Orris - Fountain County INGenWeb Project

Orris B. Heath, a formerly well known citizen of this place, died at the home of his parents, Mr. And Mrs. Josiah Heath, near Marshall about 7 o’clock last Friday morning of apoplexy.   He was 35 years, 11 months and 1 day old and was a most highly honored citizen by all who knew him.   He was ailing for about six months, but was bedfast only a short time.  Untill he became unable to work he was employed by the Atlas Engine Works in Indianapolis.  He leaves to mourn his loss a father and mother, two sons, Owen Odell, who is eight years old and Everet Dewey, who is six years old, two brothers, one sister and a host of warm friends.  The remains were taken to Rushcreek Sunday where at 12 o’clock noon the funeral was conducted by Rev. Airhart.  Interment was made in the Rushcreek cemetery. - S