HAMMOND, Frederick E., Springs Valley Herald (April 25, 1940) Death Notice
The body of Dr. F. E. Hammond, 68, was discovered in his office chair here about seven o'clock Monday morning, a victim of heart trouble.
Coroner George Dillinger reported that death came about twelve hours before discovery of the body and was caused by a heart attack.
Dr. Hammond grew to manhood near Youngs Creek and entered the medical profession at Helix forty-one years ago. He also practiced medicine at Robb, Ind. before coming to French Lick twenty-eight years ago.
Dr. Hammond has been a leading figure in the county for the past three decades and is mourned by a wide circle of friends and patients whom he has doctored during his many years of service.
Funeral services were held at his home on Adams Street Wednesday afternoon by Rev. Ed Apple. Burial was made in the Ames Chapel cemetery with W. V. Ritter & Son as funeral directors.
He is survived by his wife, one son, Dr. Keith Hammond of Paoli and one daughter, Mrs. Cleo Lomax of Indianapolis.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (May 2, 1940)

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We wish to extend our sincere thanks to our friends and neighbors for their many acts of kindness and words of sympathy extended to us during the death of our husband and father, Dr. F. E. Hammond. We especially thank Rev. Apple and Rev. Key for their consoling words, those who furnished music and those who furnished cars and all who assisted in any way. We also gratefully acknowledge the many lovely floral tributes and the efficient services of Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Ritter and son. Mrs. Maude Hammond, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lomax, Dr. and Mrs. E. Keith Hammond. Submitted by Tom Agan.

MORTON, Celesta M., Springs Valley Herald (April 25, 1940) Death Notice
Mrs. Celesta M. Morton, 53, colored, wife of Charles Morton died at her home here Tuesday afternoon following an illness from a stroke.
Rev. Edmond Pace will deliver the funeral services at the Holiness Church Sunday afternoon. Burial will be made in the K. of P. cemetery at Mt. Lebanon with W. V. Ritter & Son in charge. Submitted byTom Agan.

CONRAD, Martha, Springs Valley Herald (May 2, 1940) Death Notice
Mrs. Martha Conrad, 77, died Friday, April 26, at the home of her son, Clarence Conrad, near West Baden from a heart ailment.
Funeral services were held Sunday morning at the Holiness Church in French Lick with Rev. Hayhurst as minister. W. V. Ritter & Son were in charge of the arrangements. Submitted byTom Agan.

ROACH, Felix, Springs Valley Herald (May 2, 1940) Death Notice
Felix Roach, 61, retired postmaster, passed away at his home here last Thursday night from heart trouble after a long illness.
Mr. Roach had been in declining health for several years following an operation and was bedfast for six months preceding his death.
After teaching in the township schools for several years, he entered the French Lick post office and in 1921 became assistant postmaster, a position which he held until his retirement last year.
A great lover of outdoor life, he spent much of his leisure time hunting and fishing and successfully operated two farms in Dubois County. He was treasurer of the local Masonic lodge for twenty years and was a member of the Blue Lodge.
A quiet, sincere man, Felix held the respect and friendship of all who knew him and is mourned by a wide circle of friends.
Rev. E. O Parrett conducted the funeral rites at the Ritter Chapel on Sunday afternoon. Interment was made in the Ames Chapel cemetery.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Myrtle Roach, and three brothers, Joe, Elmer and Charles Roach. Submitted by Tom Agan.

CHASTAIN, Laura Ann, Springs Valley Herald (May 2, 1940) Obituary
Laura Ann, daughter of Saul and Margaret Wininger, was born in the early sixties and departed this life April 19, 1940, nearing the age of eighty years.
In her early life she was united in marriage to Barnet Chastain. To this union were born five children, Virgil and Steve of French Lick, Mrs. Etta Tabor and Walter of Crystal and Isabelle, who preceded her in death.
The community has lost a good neighbor and loyal friend and the family a loving wife and mother.
She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, four children, seven grandchildren, two brothers, John and Kinder Wininger of Shoals, Ind., one sister, Mrs. Mary Jane Jones of Shoals besides a host of other relatives and friends.
When the pastor prayed with her a few days ago she told the family the Lord had been there and said she intended to be baptized when the weather and her health permitted her. She will be sadly missed by all.
The funeral was conducted by Rev. Charles L. Johnson. Submitted by Tom Agan.

MILBURN, William Sherman, Springs Valley Herald (May 2, 1940) Obituary
William Sherman Milburn, son of David and Julia Wininger Milburn, was born November 1, 1866 on the farm where he resided all his life. He departed this life April 29, 1940 at the age of 73 years and 6 months.
He was the youngest of a family of nine children, all of whom preceded him in death except one sister, Mrs. Jane Cox.
He was married to Sophia Eifert on May 20, 1894. To this union was born one daughter, Clarice Dotson. They took into their home a homeless boy, Roy Nicholson, to whom they were father and mother for several years. Later they took a girl, Mary Engleman, at the age of five years and cared for her as their own until she was grown.
He was a faithful member of the United Brethren Church at Hillham as long as the church remained there. Later he attended services at the Methodist Church at the same place as regularly as his health permitted. He remained faithful to his Lord until his death. He was a good neighbor and will be sadly missed in the community. He leaves to mourn their loss his faithful companion, one daughter and son-in-law, of Norton, Mary major of Antwerp, Ohio, Roy Nicholson of Midvale, utah, 5 grandchildren and 5 foster grandchildren, one sister and a host of relatives and friends.

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We wish to thank everyone who helped in any way to make this suffering and sorrow easier to bear. The Family. Submitted by Tom Agan.

ROGERS, William Andrew, Springs Valley Herald (May 9, 1940) Death Notice
Andy Rogers, 69, well known farmer near Queen City, passed away Sunday morning.
Funeral services were held at South Liberty Tuesday afternoon with Rev. Porter of Williams, Ind. conducting the services.
He is survived by a wife and four children.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (May 16, 1940) Obituary
Heaven today seems nearer to us because our loved one, William Andrew Rogers, has been called home. he was born in Orange County, April 18, 1872, the son of Hugh and Mary Allen Rogers. He was the last of the family of nine children. He entered into his eternal rest on May 5, 1940 at the age of 68 years and 17 days. All his life was spent near his birthplace where he is widely known among his many friends.
He was married to Dora Stevens on May 1, 1892 and to this union was born four children who survive with their mother. The children are Mrs. Lois McBride, of Paoli; Howard of French Lick; Mrs. Doris Bagerly of French Lick; and Harold of Muncie. Surviving also are thirteen grandchildren and one great grandchild, and many relatives and friends.
At the age of 18 he heeded his Master's call and became a member of the Church of Christ at South Liberty, and ever remained loyal to his church and attended faithfully. South Liberty meant much to him. His father and mother were charter members and their nine children were to be found in their places of worship there on the Lord's day. All this endeared the church to him all the more.
He was a cheerful nature and he was very fond of children. The children of his acquaintance knew that in him they had a real friend. Our creator was most kind in bestowing his gifts on the deceased, giving him a sweet lovable and unselfish personality. He found no task of mercy unworthy of him. Thus during his long illness and intense suffering which he bore so patiently, the visits of friends and relatives did much to brighten the dark days. His faith in God never weakened. A good man had been called to his reward. The church, the community and the home will have a vacancy all these years to come, but today we would have you look beyond the grave and to know that God in His Heaven needed a devout, faithful, hard-working christian man and so he called him home. And as we pay our parting tribute to him today, we would say to his companion of these 48 years and to his children, "Be grateful for these years you have been privileged to have so fine and noble character to guide you and to direct you. May his life so nobly lived and his never ending faith in his Savior be an example to all those left behind. We cannot know or understand God's plan, but our faith gives us confidence that this fine christian man who made his earthly home a happy one for his family, has gone to prepare for them an eternal home." The last minutes of his earthly stay were spent singing "I'm Going Home," and his peaceful transition from this world to the great beyond will be a comfort to his family and one of the sweetest memories to be cherished by them.

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We wish to express our thanks and appreciation to the many friends who was so kind and helpful during the sickness and death of our husband and father, Andy Rogers. Also the minister and Mr. Ellis for their services. Wife and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

BRAXTAN, John, Springs Valley Herald (May 9, 1940) Death Notice
John Braxtan, 71, died suddenly at his home in Paoli Friday night from a heart attack.
Mr. Braxtan, who had been employed as an agent in Paoli for the Monon Railway company for a number of years had retired about three years ago.
Funeral services and burial were held in Paoli. Submitted by Tom Agan.

SEYBOLD, Margaret, Springs Valley Herald (May 16, 1940) Death Notice
Miss Margaret Seybold, 15, died Monday at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Mittie Seybold, near Sulphur Creek about fifteen minutes after returning home from Riley Hospital, where she had been a patient the past year.
Funeral services were held at Moores Ridge Wednesday afternoon with burial in the adjoining cemetery. Schmutzler was in charge of the arrangements.
She is survived by her father, Mr. Wright Seybold, three brothers and an aged grandmother, with whom she made her home since she was three years of age, when her mother died.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (May 30, 1940) Obituary
Margaret Seybold, daughter of Wright and Ora Seybold, was born July 9, 1924 and died at her home near Sulphur Creek May 13, 1940 at the tender age of 15 years, 9 months and 13 days.
Little Margaret, as we often called her, was like an angel who came to brighten our lives for a few short years. With her friendly disposition and ever lasting smiles, Little Margaret has brought a ray of sunshine deep in the hearts of all her many friends. Everyone who came to know Margaret soon learned to live her and in her few years here with us she has made many friends.
At the age of three years, Margaret had to say good-bye to mother, who often called her "my little sunshine".
Margaret, with her three brothers, was then left in the care of their grandmother Seybold, who has since loved and cared for them as if they were her own. About one year ago Little Margaret was stricken with rheumatic fever while coming home from school and since that day never regained her health. During her failing health Margaret was cared for at the Riley Hospital at Indianapolis. Margaret came home hong enough to say good-bye to her grandmother.
God knew that everything within our power had failed, so He sent an angel from heaven to take little Margaret away from a world of sorrow and pain to a better home beyond.
Margaret leaves to mourn her passing her three brothers, Stanley, Richard and Wrightie, her father, grandmother, a host of relatives and many, many friends who will sadly miss her sunshine.

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We take this means of expressing our heartfelt thanks to all those who assisted us and offered sympathy during the illness and death of our daughter, sister and granddaughter, Margaret Seybold. We especially want to thank Bro. Ed Apple for his consoling words, the little girl friends who rendered the song service, for the floral offerings and the flower girls. Also Mr. Schmutzler for his efficient services. Wright Seybold and Sons, Mittie Seybold. Submitted byTom Agan.

McCARTY, Marie, Springs Valley Herald (May 16, 1940) Death Notice
Miss Marie McCarty, 24, of Dustin, Ill. succumbed at the Daviess County Hospital in Washington Tuesday from injuries received in an automobile wreck.
Miss McCarty, who is employed as a nurse in Dustin was enroute to French Lick for a visit with her grandmother, Mrs. Alta McCarty, and other relatives Wednesday of last week when the accident occurred.
It is reported that she failed to make a curve in the road near Washington and her car turned over in a ditch, striking a concrete culvert.
She suffered internal injuries, fracture of the jaw and cuts about the face.
Funeral services were held this morning with burial in the Ames Chapel cemetery.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (May 30, 1940) Obituary
Miss Marie McCarty was born December 3, 1915. At the death of her mother, the infant Marie found a welcome home with her grandmother, Mrs. Thomas McCarty, who lovingly and tenderly cared for her during her childhood.
Marie graduated from French Lick High School in the year 1934 with a very high scholarship rating. The same fall following graduation, she went to Decatur where she entered the school of nursing. She graduated from the school of nursing in May 1937. Not content with these accomplishments, but eager to climb the ladder of success, she took a year's college work at Millken College in Decatur. Since then, she has been employed in the Decatur Hospital, but this fall she planned to again resume her studies at the University of Pittsburgh to work for an A. B. degree in nursing.
At this point - this peak in life, she was suddenly claimed by death. On her way to spend Mother's Day with relatives she met with an accident 1 mile west of Washington, where she was seriously injured May 10 and on May 14, 1940 departed this life. A beautiful life, a sweet character, quiet and unassuming, she will be remembered as one who was good lovable girl, both capable and responsible. A soul has passed on to meet God, but early in life in the Moores Ridge Church Marie prepared for this meeting by giving her heart to God. That she achieved, that she did good is comfort to the sorrowful and inspiration to the many friends she leaves behind. Besides the grandmother, three uncles and two aunts and a host of friends are left to mourn her death.

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We wish to express our thanks for the sympathy and kindness shown us at the death of Marie McCarty. We especially thank Rev. Hayhurst for his consoling words, those who sent floral tributes and Mr. and Mrs. Ritter for their efficient service. The Family of Miss Marie McCarty. Submitted byTom Agan.

HENSON, Susan E., Springs Valley Herald (May 23, 1940) Death Notice
Mrs. Lee Henson, 67, passed away at the St. Joseph Hospital in Louisville, Ky. Friday following a long illness.
Mrs. Henson had been a patient of the hospital since the death of her husband on January 16, 1940.
Funeral services were held at the Ritter Funeral parlor on Saturday by Rev. E. O. Parrett with Rev. W. C. parks assisting. Interment was made in the Ames Chapel cemetery.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (May 23, 1940) Obituary
Susan Emily Apple, daughter of Enoch and Amanda Sweeney Apple, was born in Orange County, Indiana, August 27, 1872 and passed to her eternal crowning at Louisville, Ky., May 17, 1949. She grew to womanhood amid the scenes of her birthplace and attended the public schools of the neighborhood. Early in life she became a member of the Christian church in the village of Youngs Creek, the scene of her nativity.
In young womanhood she came to live in the vicinity of French Lick, where she was united in marriage to Lee Henson in 1896. Their entire married life was spent in and near French Lick until the passing of the husband only four months ago.
For several years past she held her membership in the French Lick Methodist Church where she was a faithful member, attending regularly so long as her health permitted. She possessed a pleasing personality and was able to make friends easily and retain them. Since no children were born into her home, she and her husband took into their household a nephew, Lee Happel, to whom she became as a mother and upon whom she lavished a love that was quite unusual. One of the outstanding traits of her character was her devotion to the cares of her home and loved ones, frequently going beyond her strength in rendering service to her family and to her neighbors as well.
For a long time she had been a great sufferer which bore doubly upon her in the affliction of her husband, when she became unable to minister to him as she longed to do. During her long illness, everything was done that human hands could do to alleviate her suffering and if possible bring about her recovery, but to no avail.
She leaves surviving besides the nephew, one sister, Mrs. Fannie Brown of Louisville, Ky., and many other relatives with her host of friends, all of whom will greatly miss her. Submitted byTom Agan.

PINNICK, Orpheus M., Springs Valley Herald (May 23, 1940) Death Notice
Orphus M. Pinnick, 69, died at his home near West Baden Sunday morning following a stroke.
Rev. James Austin delivered the funeral services at Ames Chapel on Monday with burial in the church cemetery. W. V. Ritter & Son were in charge of the arrangements.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (May 30, 1940) Obituary
Orpheus Milton, son of Singleton Floyd and Minerva Key Pinnick, was born in Orange County on June 4, 1870 and departed this life on May 19, 1940 at the age of 69 years, 11 months and 15 days. He was f a family of five, one sister having preceded him in death.
On December 18, 1896 he was united in marriage to Frances McCracken. To this union were born four children, Esther, Paul, Clarence and John, all of West Baden Springs, Indiana.
The community has lost a good neighbor and a loyal friend; and the wife and children have lost a kind and loving husband and father. There is a vacant chair in the home that can never be filled, but our loss is Heaven's gain.
Besides the wife and children he leaves to mourn his passing two sisters, Mrs. Clara Grigsby and Mrs. Laura Johnson of West Baden Springs, and one brother, T. C. Pinnick of Boyce City, Idaho, thirteen grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

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We extend our thanks to all those who assisted us in any way at the death of our husband and father. To Rev. James Austin, for his consoling words, the pall bearers, those who sang, Mr. and Mrs. Ritter and son for their efficient service and to those who gave floral offerings we are deeply grateful. Mrs. Francis Pinnick and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

DIXON, Dessie May, Springs Valley Herald (May 30, 1940) Death Notice
Mrs. Dessie May Dixon. 59, wife of Arthur Dixon, died at her home in West Baden Monday following a stroke on Saturday.
Funeral services were held at the West Baden Baptist Church Wednesday with burial in the Ames Chapel cemetery. W. V. Ritter & Son were funeral directors.
She is survived by her husband and several children.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (June 6, 1940) Obituary
Dessie May Runyon, daughter of Sarah and Albert Runyon, was born August 10, 1880 and passed to the Great Beyond may 27, 1940, at the age of 59 years, 9 months and 17 days. She was united in marriage to Arthur Dixon July 29, 1901 and lived in and near West Baden until God called her home.
She united and was baptized into the West Baden Baptist Church with her son, Marvin and daughter, Madeline in 1931.
She was a devoted wife, a kind and loving mother and lived a quite and unassuming life with her family. The children with the husband were with their mother through her last illness and did all that loving hands and hearts could do to ease her pain.
To this union were born ten children: Thornton, Courtland, Marvin, Glenn, Lester, Alma Jean, Vernetta, Madeline, Dale and Darrell.
She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, seven children, five grandchildren, three brothers, four sisters and a host of other relatives and friends.
Glenn, Lester, Courtland, her mother and father preceded her in death.
Truly now we see through a glass darkly. Then we shall see face to face, and even as our children do not understand our plans for them, even so we may not understand our Father's plan for us and our suffering, but we may still hold our hand in His knowing that with the other hand He hold our dear ones gone ahead a little while. And we know the soul liveth on.

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We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors for their aid and kindness shown us during the illness and death of our wife and mother, Mrs. Arthur Dixon.
We especially want to thank Rev. Mohler and Rev. Austin for their consoling words, the singers, the pall bearers, those who sent flowers, W. V. Ritter & Son for their services and all who assisted in any way. Arthur Dixon and Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

LASHBROOK, Margaret McVey, Springs Valley Herald (May 30, 1940) Death Notice
Mrs. Margaret McVey Laskbrook, 77, died Thursday, May 23rd, at her home on College Street from cerebral hemorrhage.
Mrs. Lashbrook came her from Pennsylvania 56 years ago with her husband, Robert McVey, who died in 1907. She remarried in 1914 to Charles R. Lashbrook who died in 1931.
Funeral services were held at the home Sunday afternoon by Rev. E. O. Parrett. Interment was at Ames Chapel with W. V. Ritter & Son as funeral directors.
She leaves two daughters, Mrs. Harold Romain and Mrs. Lawrence R. Taylor, and two sons-in-law all of French Lick.

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Mrs. Zoe Romain and Mrs. Lawrence R. Taylor, daughters of Mts. Margaret McVey Lashbrook, extend their very sincere thanks to all who so kindly and generously offered their sympathy and help during their mother's illness and after her passing. Submitted byTom Agan.

ROBY, James L., Springs Valley Herald (May 30, 1940) Death Notice
James L. Roby, 83, died at his home near Paoli, May 21st.
Funeral services and burial were held at Oak Grove last Thursday.
Mr. Roby was the father of Mrs. Lily Tuell, who is employed at the W.P.A. sewing room here. Submitted by Tom Agan.

LASHBROOKS, Elzora Ann, Springs Valley Herald (June 6, 1940) Death Notice
Mrs. Elzora Lashbrooks, 76, wife of Harry Lashbrooks, passed away Wednesday afternoon at her home west of town after a long illness.
Funeral services will be held at the Baptist Church here Friday with W. V. Ritter & Son in charge of arrangements.
She is survived by the husband and one son, Herbert Lashbrooks.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (June 13, 1940) Obituary
Elzora Ann Lambdin, daughter of Daniel R. and Martha E. Lambdin, was born in Orange County, Ind. November 19, 1863 and left this world of sadness and sorrow for her hevenly home June 12, 1940 at the age of 76 years, 6 months and 24 days after a ling period of suffering with that degree of patience that only a true child of God is in possession of.
On January 27, 1895 she united in with the Youngs Creek Primitive Baptist Church, but later moved her membership to the Brethren Church of French Lick, Ind., of which she remained a true and devoted member, always faithful as long as health permitted.
Sept. 24, 1885, she was united in marriage to Wesley H. Lashbrooks and during a perion of over fifty years proved a true and faithful companion and mother.
The fruit of this union was two children, namely: Herbert C. and Shelby Richmond. she was preceded un death by Shelby Richmond, who passed away in infancy, February 18, 1894.
She leaves a heart-broken husband, son and his wife, 3 brothers, 2 sisters, namely: James A. of Morieaqua, Ill., John S. of French Lick and William R, of Mascatti, Fla., Rhoda E. Apple of Paoli and Chole Apple of Paoli. She was preceded in heath by one brother, Thomas N. and two sisters, Elizabeth J. Willyard and Mary C., besides a number of other relatives and a host of friends.

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We wist to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to our many friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy shown during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother, Mrs. Elzora A. Lashbrookss. Especially to Elder Hancock and Elder patten and the singers, Mr. Ritter and wife, the funeral directors, and to all for their beautiful floral offerings. Harry Lashbrookss, Herbert C, Lashbrookss and Wife. Submitted byTom Agan.

McCOY, William J., Springs Valley Herald (June 6, 1940) Death Notice
William J. McCoy, 78, passed away here around eleven o'clock Saturday night after a long illness of diabetes millitia.
Mr. McCoy was born in Washing County and first entered business at Livonia. He has been a prominent druggist in French Lick for over forty years and was one of the oldest businessmen in town. He was a member of the Masonic and Odd Fellows lodges and was a member of the Baptist church at Stampers Creek.
His quiet unassuming nature made him a host of friends and his passing is mourned by many over the county.
The body lay in state at Ritter's Funeral Parlor until Tuesday afternoon when Elder Hancock conducted funeral services at the Baptist church at Stampers Creek. The local Masonic Order conducted honorary rites at the grave.
He is survived by the wife, one sister and one brother. Submitted by Tom Agan.

WILLIARD, Lafe Owen, Springs Valley Herald (June 13, 1940) Death Notice
Lafe Williard, 72, died Thursday night at his home hear Sulphur Creek after an illness of a complication of diseases.
Mr. Williard was well known in Orange County, having been a successful farmer here many years.
Elder Hancock conducted the funeral services at Moores Ridge Saturday afternoon with interment in the church cemetery. Schmutzler was in charge of the arrangements.
He is survived by the wife, one son, Luther Williard, three grandchildren, two brothers, Risley and James Williard.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (June 20, 1940) Obituary
Lafe Owen Williard, son of John and Louisa Williard, was born in Orange County, October 11, 1867 and passed away at his home near Sulphur Creek on June 6, 1940 at the age f 72 years, 7 months and 27 days.
In the year 1900 Lafe was united in marriage to Emma Newkirk and to this happy union were born two sons, William Lee and James Luthur. At the age of 5 years William Lee, the oldest, preceded his father in death, leaving this troubled world to make his home with angels.
After his marriage, Lafe joined the Baptist Church at Unionville and in that church was baptized and lived a devoted, christian life until death. He often spoke of the Baptist Church at Unionville and professed Christ as his personal Savior.
Lafe, who has spent his entire life in the Sulphur Creek neighborhood, has won many friends by being kind and living a life which everyone should follow. He often left the field to go to his workshop to help some friend or neighbor. For a number of years Lafe has suffered a complication of diseases and about one year ago was confined to his home with asthma, later developing into dropsy, and there he patiently bore the pains of death that faced him. Lafe was always glad to see friends and neighbors who called to show sympathy during his illness.
After knowing all things within our power had been done to restore his health, Lafe called in the lord to take him home to that land of rest where he can lie down in peace, free from sorrow and pain.
Lafe loved the beauty that life held for him, but loved best of all his home and family and devoted much of his time in making home a better place in which to live.
He leaves to mourn his departure his loving wife and faithful companion, who has been near his side thru all the years and often prayed that she could live long enough to care for her husband and share with him the burdens of life. He also leaves one son, Luther, at home, two brothers, Rice and James of French Lick, and three grandchildren, Richard, Donald and Carl, a host of relatives and many friends who sadly mourn his departure.

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We are very grateful to our many relatives, friends and neighbors and in our time of sorrow we wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation for kindness and sympathy shown us during the illness and death of our beloved husband and father, Lafe Williard. We also desire to thank Rev. W. O. Hancock for his consoling words, Rev. Gollaway for prayer and kindness, Nellie Walls and Charlie Bledsoe for their tender care, those who rendered song service, the flower girls and for the beautiful floral offerings, also Mr. Schmutzler for his efficient service. Mrs. Emma Williard, Luther Williard and Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

PARSONS, Jefferson, Springs Valley Herald (June 13, 1940) Death Notice
Jefferson Parsons, 76, died at his home near Norton Monday from a heart ailment.
Mr. Parson was a well known farmer and has many friends in this vicinity who mourn his passing.
Rev. Earl Denny was in charge of the funeral services at the Holiness Church Wednesday with burial in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery. W. V. Ritter & Son acted as funeral directors.
He is survived by his wife. Submitted by Tom Agan.

WALLS, Joseph, Springs Valley Herald (June 20, 1940) Death Notice
Joseph Walls, 80, died Sunday afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lyles Potts, near Hickory Grove, in Dubois County from arterio sclerosis.
Funeral services were held at the Emmons Ridge school house Monday by Rev. C. L. Johnson of Shoals with burial in the Wininger cemetery. Schmutzler was in charge of the arrangements.
He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Mellie Qualkinbush and Mrs. Sophia Nicholson of French Lick and Mrs. Cora Potts of Dubois County; three sons, Joe and Ranza Walls of French Lick and Clarence Walls of Shoals, Indiana.

Springs Valley Valley Herald (June 20, 1940) Obituary
Joseph, son of Dave and Catherine Phillips Walls, was born December 14, 1860, died June 16, 1940 at the age of 79 years, 6 months and 2 days.
He was united in marriage to Ettie Self. To this union were born eleven children, five of whom have preceded him in death. His wife also preceded him in death seven years ago.
Those living are Mrs. Mellie Qualkinbush and Mrs. Sophia Nicholson of French Lick, Ind., Joe and Ranza Walls of French Lick, Mrs. Cora Potts of Dubois, Ind., and Mr. Clarence Walls of Shoals, Ind., and sixteen children. He also leaves four brothers and four sisters. Mr. Eli Walls, Mr. John Walls, Mr. Dave Walls and Mr. Millard Walls; Mrs. Lila Swazee, Mrs. Nancy Crane, Mrs. Nettie Parker and Mrs. Linda Andis and a host of relatives and friends.
He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Submitted by Tom Agan.

HOLIDAY, Lois, Springs Valley Herald (June 27, 1940) Death Notice
Mrs. Lois Holiday, 34, wife of Jesse Holiday, near Bonds Chapel died in the Daviess County Hospital at Washington, Ind. Wednesday noon from a blood clot on the brain.
Funeral services will be held at Bonds Chapel tomorrow (Friday) afternoon at 2:00 o'clock.
She is survived by her husband, two daughters, Maxine and Evelyn, one invalid son, Lester, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Tolbert, one sister and two brothers.
Schmutzler will act as funeral director. Submitted by Tom Agan.

TOLIVER, William, Springs Valley Herald (July 11, 1940) Death Notice
William Toliver, 72, passed away at his home on Indiana Ave. Tuesday night after a long illness.
Mr. Toliver came to French Lick about seventeen years ago when he entered the taxi business. Ill health forced him to retire several years ago.
Funeral services were held at Ames Chapel this afternoon (Thursday). Burial was made in the church cemetery with W. V. Ritter & Son in charge.
He is survived by his wife, four daughters and two sons, Mrs. Harley Springer, Miss Lorena Toliver and Clem Toliver of French Lick, Mrs. Chester Lane of West Baden, Miss Nellie Toliver of Colorado Springs, Colo. and Clinton of Oklahoma.

Springs Valley Herald (July 18, 1940) Obituary
William M. Toliver was born in Orange County, September 5, 1867 and departed this life July 9, 1940 at the age of 72 years, 10 months and 4 days.
He was the son of George and Cornelia Toliver and is survived by three sisters and two brothers: Mrs. Mary Wilson of Indianapolis, Mrs. May Wilson of West Baden Springs, Mrs. Lucy Daily of Indianapolis, Andrew Toliver of West Baden Springs and Charles Toliver of Indianapolis.
He was united in marriage to Lavinia Elma Stackhouse, February 14, 1892. To this union were born six children: Clinton Toliver of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Nellie Toliver of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Clem Toliver of French Lick, Amy Springer of French Lick, Ermel Lane of West Baden Springs and Lorena Toliver of French Lick.
There lives to mourn his passing his wife, 6 children and 7 grandchildren.
He has long been a member of the Methodist Church having been converted under Reverend Hoon at the old West Baden Church. To this faith he held fast throughout his lifetime and often said during his long illness that he was ready to meet his Saviour.

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We gratefully acknowledge and appreciate all the expressions of kindness and sympathy in the passing of our father, William M. Toliver. The Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

LOVE, John C., Springs Valley Herald (July 11, 1940) Death Notice
The body of John C. Love, 56, farmer of near Briner Spring, was found in his car near Cane Creek Monday. Death was attributed to a heart attack.
Mr. Love had become ill while working at the sawmill near Norton and had told his fellow workers he was going home. Relatives said that he had suffered previous heart attacks.
Funeral services and burial were held at Sulphur Creek Wednesday afternoon with W. V. Ritter & Son in charge. Submitted by Tom Agan.

TUCKER, Herman Otis, Springs Valley Herald (July 11, 1940) Death Notice
Herman Otis Tucker, 58, died Wednesday, July 3, at his home in Jackson Township from anemia.
Funeral services were held at Newton Stewart Friday with burial in the Fairview cemetery. W. V. Ritter & Son were in charge of the arrangements. Submitted byTom Agan.

HOPPER, Louisa Ann, Springs Valley Herald (July 11, 1940) Death Notice
Louisa Hopper, 81, died Wednesday, July 3rd, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ed Moore, near Powell Valley, after an illness of cardiac renal disease.
Funeral services were held at Powell Valley Friday with Rev. Hawkins in charge. Burial was made in the Anderson cemetery. Schmutzler was the funeral director.

Springs Valley Herald (July 11, 1940) Obituary
Louisa Ann Chestnut Hopper was born August 23rd, 1859 and went to be with Jesus and loved ones gone before July 3, 1940, aged 81 years, 10 months and 10 days.
She was united in marriage to William Jasper Hopper, June 26, 1876 and spent 50 happy years together.
To this union were born nine children, three having died in childhood and six who are living to mourn the loss of a loving and devoted christian mother, one who gave her heart to God and her life to His service in her early years of life and she never failed to do good for her Master, her loved ones or neighbors.
She was faithful to all she knew as long as her health was with her and in sickness she never failed to tell of her love for her Savior and of the hope of eternal Glory she would soon go to receive.
She bore her sickness with patience and a smile, knowing to suffer meant to reign with Jesus.
Her companion was taken in death in September, 1926, leaving her watching and waiting for the time when it would be said for her to come up higher, it was finished, her race was run and a crown of eternal life was her reward.
She was faithful to her own children and a good step-mother to 7 children. She leaves to mourn her loss three daughters, Maude Wininger of Hillham, Jane Dorsett of French Lick and Amanda Moore of Powell Valley, three sons, Andrew Jackson Hopper of Vincennes, Art Hopper of French Lick and Edward Hopper of French Lick. She also leaves 47 grandchildren, 79 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren, 6 brothers, 1 sister and a host of other relatives and friends who will sadly mourn the passing of a true and loving mother, out of a land of toil and sorrow, into a land of sunshine and eternal bliss.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our friends who assisted in any way during the sickness and death of our mother. We extend special thanks to Bro. Hawkins for his consoling words, Schmutzler for his efficient service, the singers and pall bearers, flower girls and those who furnished cars and sent flowers. The Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

STACKHOUSE, John A., Springs Valley Herald (July 11, 1940) Death Notice
Monday morning at ten o'clock marked the passing of another of French Lick township's prominent farmers, John A. Stackhouse, 81, who lived north of West Baden. He had been in failing health for the past few years.
Mr. Stackhouse taught in the country schools for twenty-one years, served as cashier of the West Baden National Bank for twenty-one years and was trustee of the French Lick township for two terms from 1926 to 1934.
Mr. Stackhouse was widely known over Orange County and has countless friends who mourn his passing and will remember him for his long years of public service.
Rev. James Austin conducted the funeral rites at Ames Chapel Wednesday afternoon followed by interment in the family lot in the church cemetery. W. V. Ritter & Son were the funeral directors.
He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Sam Charles of West Baden, Mrs. Harry Pruett of French Lick, Mrs. Louis Leonard of Orangeville, and two sons, Floyd of West Baden and John A, of French Lick.

Springs Valley Herald (July 11, 1940) Obituary
John A. Stackhouse, son of Hughie and Mornin Dalton Stackhouse, was born in Orangeville Township, Orange County, Indiana, January 21, 1859 and went to his eternal crowning July 8, 1940 on the farm where he had lived for more that half a century, near West Baden Springs, Ind. His life began on a farm and his entire life was spent amid rural surroundings not far from the scenes of his birthplace.
He prepared himself in his youth, as a teacher in the public schools of Orange County and in conjunction with his farming career, he taught school for a period of twenty-one consecutive years and was classed as being a good and successful instructor of youth to which many of his former pupils will testify as they learned of his passing.
On September 10, 1885 he was united in marriage to Lucy E. Pipher with whom he lived happily for forty-six years, until her translation February 24, 1932. To this union three daughters and two sons were born, all of whom survive him. While yet a young man before reaching his majority, he was converted and united with the Methodist Church at Nelson Chapel which charge soon thereafter became a part of the Ames Chapel church to which his membership was later transferred. This church today mourns his passing where he labored and worshiped for so many years and so faithfully in various capacities until the afflictions of failing health and loss of vision interfered. For some years he was totally blind, an affliction he bore with much patience and fortitude. He was a public spirited citizen and his life was quite extensive, he was Cashier of the West Baden National Bank for a period of twenty-one years from 1904 to 1925. Here he added to an already extensive acquaintance, making many friends who today gratefully remember his service to them and their community. He was possessed of a cheerful disposition, yet firm in his convictions of right and wrong and having a moral judgment of unfailing loyalty to right conduct before men.
After his retirement from the bank he gave his entire attention to the farming interest and desired a well deserved rest from public life. However, this brief respite was soon broken and he was again called into public service when he was elected in 1926 to the office of Trustee of French Lick Township and to which he was reelected in 1930, for four more years, when his service ended in this connection. The few years of life remaining to him have been given to his farm, the lure of which still made its appeal and which was the source of contentment to him, throughout a long life of more that four score years, when he ceased from his labors and left a life full of good works to follow him.
The surviving children are Mrs. Sam Charles, Mrs. George H. Pruett, Mrs. Louie Leonard, Floyd Stackhouse and John A. Stackhouse, with fifteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren, Also two sisters, Mrs. William Toliver and Mrs. John Phillips, all of whom with his wide circle of friends, will mourn his passing.

CARD OF THANKS

We gratefully acknowledge and appreciate all the expressions of kindness and sympathy in the passing of our father, John A. Stackhouse. The Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

MARIS, John I., Dr., Springs Valley Herald (July 18, 1940) Death Notice
The word that death had taken Dr. J. I. Maris quickly winged its way over Paoli last Monday.
The doctor was enjoying one of his loved fishing outings on the banks of the Ohio near Tell City, when the summons came.
Dr. Maris and companion, Ike Cooley were walking along the banks of the Ohio when the doctor stopped suddenly and said, "Ike, I'll have to sit down and rest."
With these words he sat down and gently fell forward.
Coroner Harry Snyder of Troy, Perry County, said death was due to a heart attack caused by the heat and over-exertion. Maris was 60 years old.
The body was brought to Paoli Monday night, and will lie in state from 12:00 to 2:30 p.m., Friday, at the Friends Church, when the funeral will be conducted by the Rev. Eldon Farmer, assisted by the Rev. Isaac Morris.
Dr. Maris graduated from the University of Louisville Medical School in 1903, and began his practice in Paoli, where he was born. He practiced at Waymansville, Bartholomew County, for a time, served in the Medical Corps during the World War after which he returned to Paoli. He retired from active practice last December because of hear trouble.
He was active in civic affairs and was President of the School Board when he went into retirement. He was an enthusiastic conservationist and was President of Paoli's Sportsmen Club. Also a member of the American Legion and Masonic Order.
Survivors include his wife Annette, daughter Mrs. Marie Oldham, and son Leighton, Both of Dudleytown, near Seymour; two sisters, Miss Amanda Jane Maris, principal of Paoli High School and Mrs. N. B. Mavity of French Lick; two brothers, Charles of Cincinnati, Ohio and Dwight of Streeter, Illinois. Submitted byTom Agan.