Edwards - Curtis 1900
Source: Crawfordsville Weekly Journal Friday, 20 April 1900
Curtis Edwards was born July 22, 1822 in Butler County, Ohio, died April 16, 1900, aged 77 years, 8 months and 24 days. He was the son of Charles and Sarah Cory Edwards and the seventh of a family of ten children, five boys and five girls, of whom six preceded him to the spirit world. He came with his father to Montgomery County in 1835, and lived since that time in the vicinity of Mace. He married Jane Ward in 1847, to whom were born eight children, four of whom are living, viz: W. F. Edwards, Louisa Hale, Rella Hobson and Morton E. Edwards. The last three named were at his side when he died. Bro. Edwards has seventeen grandchildren and two great grandchildren living. His first wife died April 11, 1891. On Feb. 12, 1895 he was married to Margaret Martin, who survives him.
He united with the M. E. Church early in life in an old log church standing where now stands Mr. Kise’s barn. He was one of the most active and consistent members of the church militant, having been an office bearer in almost every relation to the church. He was class leader throughout a long life. He was a man of sterling character, always looking on the bright side of life and having a word of cheer and comfort for all who were in need of a word of consolation. He was a kind and loving husband, a valued support to the church and an honored citizen.
Funeral services took place from the M. E. Church in Mace Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock, conducted by Rev. H. C. Riley.
Source: Crawfordsville Weekly Journal Friday, 20 April 1900
Last Tuesday at 2 o’clock the death of Curtis Edwards occurred at his home in Mace. He had been in failing health for several yeas, and last Friday suffered a stroke of paralysis from which he never rallied. The funeral was conducted by Rev. J. W. Riley at the Mace M. E. Church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock, interment made at the Mace K. of P. Cemetery.
Mr. Edwards was born in Ohio eighty one years ago, but came to this county when quite a small boy. He lived the balance of his life in Union and Walnut townships, and as an honest man and an excellent citizen, he established an enviable reputation. He was a grain dealer and shipper and his business gave him an extended acquaintance. He was a devoted member of the M. E. Church and was always found on the right side of public questions. He was twice married, his first wife being a daughter of Usual Ward, a pioneer citizen of this county.
Four children born to them survive: W. F. Edwards of Holdridge, Neb., Mort Edwards, Mrs. Lou Hale, and Mrs. Elmore Hobson, of Mace. Mr. Edwards’ second wife was a Mrs. Martin and she survives him.