Moore - Minerva Smock
Source: Waveland Independent newspaper, Waveland, Montgomery County, Indiana May 10, 1906
Mrs. Minerva Smock Moore died early on Monday morning at the old homestead east of town. Her death had been expected for some weeks and she has been an invalid for 2 years. The funeral services were held at the home on Wednesday morning by Rev. J.J. Fisher of Crawfordsville, assisted by Rev. GW Alley. Interment was at the family cemetery. Minerva Harris Smock, daughter of John and Anna Smock, was born near Guion, February 25, 1835. Her parents were among the first settlers in 1821. She was the youngest of 11 children, of whom only Mrs. Julia E. Hutton of Waterloo, Oregon survive. In early years she united with the Presbyterian Church and was a faithful attendant and earnest believer. She married Samuel Moore, Jan 7, 1855. To them 11 children were born Laura and William died in infancy; Mrs. Elizabeth Kelley at age 24. Those living: Davis; Mrs. Pinkey Jones of Ft. Scott, Kansas; Allen, Harvey, Mrs. Sallie Williams of Raccoon; Charles E of Rolling Prairie; Henry C. and Alexander. Mr. Moore died April 28, 1891. Mrs. Moore joined the Methodist Church in Waveland in 1891 and was a faithful member till the time of her death. She always exemplified a trustful and hopeful life, never doubting but believing that everything would be all right in due time. She bravely endured her sickness, and often the expression was heard, "she is so patient." She was a dutiful wife, a kind, patient and loving mother. Her life was an example to the community and principles worthy of emulation. To her, death was not the end but the beginning. - transcribed by kbz