CORNWELL, James William, Springs Valley Herald (April 27, 1944) Death Notice
James William Cornwell, 69, well known citizen of French Lick, died suddenly of heart trouble Tuesday.
He was the son of Harrison and Mary Story Cornwell and was born in Orange County.
He leaves the widow and several children.
His funeral service is this Thursday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the Methodist Church with Rev. William A. Russell in charge. Ritter & Son have charge of arrangements. Burial will be in Highland cemetery.

Springs Valley Herald (May 4, 1944) Obituary
James William Cornwell, eldest son of Mary Kathryn and Harrison Cornwell was born in Orange County, Indiana May 4, 1874 and died April 25, 1944. Age 69 years, 11 months and 21 days.
On July 24, 1901 he was united in marriage to Anna Harmon, who preceded him in death.
He was united in marriage October 29, 1094 to Elsie Bocamp, who also preceded him in death. To this union were born four daughters and one son. One daughter, Bernice Winifred died in infancy, and three daughters and one son are left to mourn the loss of both father and mother. Mrs. Eddie Hopper of West Baden, Mrs. Vivian Mason of French Lick, Mrs. Grant Crook of Paoli and James Lee of Martinsville, Indiana.
January 29, 1940 he was married to Julia Ann Rice of Madison, Indiana, whom he leaves behind to mourn his parting.
He leaves one sister to feel his loss, Mrs. Martha Charles of French Lick, and two other sisters, Belle and Alice also two brothers, Lee and Charles passed in death before him.
He leaves one step-daughter, Mrs. Elzie McAlick and two granddaughters, also four grandsons.

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We wish to thank all the friends and relatives for their kindness and sympathy at the death of our husband and father, J. W. Cornwell. We also thank the Rev. J. Russell for his consoling words and Ritter, the undertaker for their great kindness. Also the appreciation for the lovely flowers given. Mrs. J. W. Cornwell, Sister and Children. Submitted by Tom Agan.

FRIERSON, Henry T., Springs Valley Herald (May 11, 1944) Death Notice
Henry T. Frierson, 58, died at his home in French Lick, Tuesday, May 9, of heart attack. He was the proprietor of the Babylon Cafe. His funeral service will be at 2:30 Friday afternoon at the African M. E. Church with burial in St. Louis Monday.
He leaves one step daughter, one brother and one sister. His wife died last August. The body will be taken to St. Louis by Schmutzler to Washington Park cemetery, where services will also be held before burial.

Springs Valley Herald (May 25, 1944)
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We, the family of H. T. Frierson wish to thank Rev. Thompson, fried and neighbors for their many kindness and sympathy shown during our recent bereavement. Submitted byTom Agan.

KING, Rosetta, Springs Valley Herald (May 11, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Rosetta King, 64, died Wednesday, May 3, 15 the home of her son, Daniel King, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Her funeral was held at McDonald Chapel in Southern Orange County Friday, May 5, with burial in the adjoining cemetery. She leaves a large number of relatives and friends. Schmutzler had charge of the arrangements. Rev. Ed Apple conducted the funeral services. Submitted byTom Agan.

MACKE, Francis J., S. J., Springs Valley Herald (May 11, 1944) Death Notice
The Reverend Francis J. Macke, S. J., 56, beloved pastor of Our Lady of the Springs Church, French Lick and Vice-President of the West Baden College, died at 7:50 this (Thursday) morning at St. Joseph's Infirmary, Louisville.
His body will lie in state at West Baden College from Friday evening until Monday morning. The funeral Mass will be said at 10:00 o'clock Monday morning. Burial will be in the cemetery on the college grounds. Submitted byTom Agan.

PROW, Mary Elizabeth, Springs Valley Herald (May 18, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Prow, 83, died Sunday at the home of her son, Lafe Prow south of town following a few weeks illness. She was born in Corydon, Indiana.
Mrs. Prow was a member of the Baptist Church, Easter Star and Rebekka Lodge.
Mrs. Prow was the widow of W. J. Prow, who at one time published the West Baden Journal and also worked in the West Baden Springs Hotel print shop. She was the West Baden correspondent for the Springs Valley Herald for many years and was a clerk in James Bever's store. She was a woman of a charming personality and made many friends in her long and useful life.
Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church in West Baden Tuesday afternoon by Rev. Callaway. The Eastern Star held services at the grave at Ames Chapel. Ritter & Son were the funeral directors.
Besides her son, Lafe, she leaves one sister, Mrs. Emma Harris of Bedford.

Springs Valley Herald (May 18, 1944)
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We take this method of expressing our thank to all our neighbors and friends, the Eastern Star, the undertaker, all those who sent flowers, the minister, all who furnished cars and all others who helped in the death and funeral services of our beloved mother. Lafe Prow and Family.

Springs Valley Herald (June 29, 1944) Obituary
Mrs Mary Elizabeth Prow was born in Corydon, Indiana, on February 10, 1861, the daughter of William B. and Marq Jane Gresham Peters, and died at the home of her son, Lafe Prow near French Lick at eleven p.m. on Mother's Day, May 14, 1944, at the age of 83 years.
She was one of a family of seven children, two sisters and a brother having preceded her in death. Married to Mr. Will Prow at Salem, Indiana in 1883, she came to the valley many years ago, where she made a place for herself in the then growing and prosperous town of West Baden Springs and where she continued to reside for several years after the death of her companion in 1935.
One son, Lafe Prow, was born into this home and with him she spent her declining years. In addition to the son, she is survived by three grandsons, William of Muncie, Roy of French Lick, and Robert, who is with the armed forces somewhere in Africa, and for whose safe return she was deeply concerned. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Robert Harris of Bedford and Mrs. Joe Hercl of Hebron, Ill., one brother, Oscar Peters, of Bedford, and four nieces and one nephew, her daughter-in-law, Lillian, who cared for her during her last illness and Lillian's daughter, Pauline, and granddaughter, Betty Lou who she loved as her own family.
She was a charter member of the First Baptist Church of West Baden and figured prominently in the first years of its existence. As well as in later years when she was no longer young. She was in regular attendance, as well as in later years when she was no longer young. She was in regular attendance at all services, including Sunday School, prayer meetings and the preaching services and it would interesting to know how many people have at various times attended her church at her urgent invitation. She was present for the last time at the services on Sunday before she was stricken with the illness that immediately preceded her death.
She occupied a unique position in the church of her choice where she was familiarly and lovingly known as "Mother Prow" and where her place will never quite be filled.
Her declining years brought almost total blindness, but her happy disposition enabled her to make the best of her affliction, which she never permitted to lessen her interest in her friends and what was going on about her.
"Faithful unto Death" she has gone to inherit the crown of life that awaits her in the Great Beyond. Submitted by Tom Agan.

SEYBOLD, Nancy Ellen, Springs Valley Herald (May 18, 1944) Death Notice
Nancy Ella Seybold, 67, wife of Robert Seybold, passed away at her home in this city at 12:40 o'clock Wednesday morning, May 17, after an illness of about seven months and after two years of declining health.
She is survived by her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Ophia Burton of French Lick and Mrs. Hazel Triplett of Louisville, Kentucky, two sons, George Teaford of Louisville and Winifred of Hollywood, California, a number of step children, a sister, Mrs. Martha Lambdin of English, Indiana.
The funeral services will be held at the Christian Church Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock. C. W. Parks, her pastor, will have charge of the services and Schmutzler has charge of the arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (May 25, 1944) Obituary
Nancy Ellen Gilliatt, daughter of William and Nancy King Gilliatt, was born June 2, 1876 and departed this life May 17, 1944. Aged 67 years, 11 months and 15 days.
Her girlhood was spent in the neighborhood of her birth, but soon after her marriage to George W. Teaford, February 19, 1893 she came to French Lick where she spent the remainder of her life. To this union were born four children, Erma, who died in infancy; Ophia Burton of French Lick; Hazel Triplett and George H. Teaford of Louisville. She also cared for two stepsons, Winford Teaford of Los Angeles, California and Albert of Indianapolis (now deceased).
Her husband died March 30, 1912 leaving her to care for her family which task she met bravely and nobly.
She was married to Robert Seybold May 4, 1920.
Later she with her husband placed their membership with the First Christian Church of French Lick where she proved her faith and loyalty by her daily life.
She leaves her husband, children, ten grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Martha Lambdin of English, Indiana and many friends and neighbors who knew her as a kind, affectionate wife, mother and neighbor.
What a greater tribute at the end of life than that the children you have mothered and the neighbors you have lived with honor, love and praise you?

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In remembrance of those kind deeds of love and respect during the sickness and death of our dear wife and mother we do wish to extend our sincere thanks to all who lovingly assisted us.
Personally we thank Mr. and Mrs. Schmutzler for their good service, Bro. Elliott for the prayer, Bro. Frye for his scripture reading and Bro. Parks for his consoling sermon, also the pall bearers, those who carried the flowers, to all who furnished cars and all else, who kindly assisted us. May God bless you all. Robert Seybold, Ophia Burton, Hazel Triplett, George H. Teaford. Submitted byTom Agan.

ROBBINS, Emanuel, Springs Valley Herald (May 18, 1944) Death Notice
Emanuel Robbins, 73, died Friday at the Daviess County Hospital in Washington, Ind.
Funeral service was held Sunday at Bonds Chapel by Rev. William F. Russell with Ritter & Son in charge of the arrangements.
He is survived by five children. Submitted by Tom Agan.

McDOW, Henry, Springs Valley Herald (May 18, 1944) Death Notice
Henry McDow, 47, colored, died in a Louisville hospital Sunday after a long illness following an operation.
Funeral service was held at Schmutzler's Funeral Home Wednesday afternoon with burial in the K. of P. cemetery at Mt. Lebanon. Submitted byTom Agan.

LEWIS, Charles H., Springs Valley Herald (May 25, 1944) Death Notice
Charles H. Lewis, 67, died suddenly at the Oxford Hotel in West Baden Springs Sunday, May 21. His funeral service was held at Ritter's Funeral Home Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, C. W. Parks having charge of the service. Burial was made in Ames Cemetery.
He leaves two daughters, Blanche and Helen, one son, Thomas, one sister, Mrs. Mattie Land of English, Indiana, and one brother, Thomas G. Lewis of West Baden Springs. Submitted byTom Agan.

BLEDSOE, Susannah, Springs Valley Herald (May 25, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Susannah Bledsoe, 75, wife of David Bledsoe died Monday at her home near Sulphur Creek after a few days illness.
Funeral services were held at Sulphur Creek this Thursday afternoon with burial in the adjoining cemetery. Schmutzler was the funeral director.
She leaves the husband, seven children, Mrs. Rose Boyce, St. Louis, Mo,; Ed Bledsoe and Charles Bledsoe, Evansville, Ind.; Mrs. Laura Butler, Mrs. Velma Qualkenbush and Otto Bledsoe, French Lick; and Mrs. Delphine Flick, Springfield, Illinois.

Springs Valley Herald (June 1, 1944) Obituary
Susannah Brown, daughter of Joel S. and Rebecca Brown, was born March 4, 1869 and departed this life May 22, 1944 at the age of 75 years, 2 months and 18 days.
She was united in marriage to David R. Bledsoe July 28, 1890. To this union was born nine children, Freddie and Herbert preceding her in death.
She leaves to mourn their loss, the husband, three sons and four daughters, Edward and Charles of Evansville, Ind.; Rosa Boyce of St. Louis, Mo.; Delphine of Springfield, Ohio and Laura Butler and Velma Qualkinbush of French Lick., Ind. Also she reared two grandsons, Eugene and Billie Bledsoe from boyhood, twenty other grandchildren, nine of these grandsons are in the service of their country, three of them being overseas, eight great-grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Laura Clayton of Orleans, Ind. and Mrs. Vicie Quarterman of Vincennes, Ind., besides a host of relatives and friends.
Early in their married life they were converted under the ministry of Rev. Hancock and united with the Sulphur Creek United Brethren church. She continued faithful unto her savior to the end.
She was a kind and faithful wife, a loving mother and grandmother. Her untiring love and service for others never ceased, her thoughtfulness for others came first even to the end. She was know to her neighbors and friends as one who never failed. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

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We wish to thank our friends, neighbors and relatives for the kind acts and deeds shown us during the illness and death of our dear wife and mother. We thank Mr. and Mrs. Schmutzler for their efficient service. Rev. Elliott for the scripture reading and the prayer. Rev. Nicoson for the beautiful sermon, also the pall bearers, those who carried the beautiful floral tributes. To all who furnished cars and those who prepared the grave. May God bless you all. David Bledsoe and Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

CHAILLAUX, Louis, Springs Valley Herald (May 25, 1944) Death Notice
Louis Chaillaux, 51, well know whetstone manufacturer of Northwest Township, died at his home Sunday night, a victim of heart trouble. Mr. Chaillaux's grandfather, Louis Chaillaux, came to this county from France and purchased the famous stone quarry north of Orangeville. The whetstone business had been in the Chaillaux family since that time.
Mr. Chaillaux is survived by his wife, Lula, who is trustee of Northwest Township and by one brother, Homer, of Indianapolis, Americanization Officer of the American Legion.
Funeral services were held at Bethel Chapel Wednesday morning at 10:30 with burial in the beautiful Bethel cemetery. Submitted byTom Agan.

BEATY, John R., Springs Valley Herald (June 8, 1944) Death Notice
John R. Beaty, 86, died Monday at the home of his son, Orville Beaty near South Liberty after a two week illness.
Funeral service was held Wednesday afternoon at South Liberty by Rev. Sam Lankford. Burial was in the chruch cemetery with Schmutzler as funeral director.
He leaves two son, Clarence of California, Orville near French Lick, and one brother, Sherman Beaty of Paoli.

Springs Valley Herald (June 15, 1944) Obituary
John R. Beaty, son of Joseph and Malinda Beaty, one of the pioneer families of Jackson Township, was born February 12, 1858 and departed this life June 5, 1944 at the age of 86 years, 3 months and 24 days.
He was married to Nancy Ann Moore June 9, 1878. To this union was born 6 sons, Orville of French Lick, Clarence of Los Angeles, Calif., and Addison, Herbert, Alonzo and Lowell, who preceded him in death.
Soon after his marriage he settled on a farm near his birthplace, where his children were reared and where he lived until the death of his wife in 1930. After spending eleven months in California with his son he returned to the home of his son, Orville and wife, where he spent his remaining years.
He has been a member of the South Liberty Church of Christ since early manhood.
Besides the sons mentioned above he leaves six grandchildren, Thelma Paige, Collowell, Oneil, Roberta and Clairetta Beaty, Los Angeles, Calif., and Mrs. Fern Schmutzler of French Lick, and seven great grandchildren, one brother and many friends and neighbors to mourn his passing.

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We want to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of our father. The minister, the singers, pall bearers and the flower girls for their efficient services. The Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

SELF, Thomas Smith, Springs Valley Herald (June 8, 1944) Death Notice
Thomas Smith Self, 56, died Saturday June 3rd in the Daviess County Hospital in Washington, Ind. following an operation.
Funeral service was held at Hillham Monday by Rev. Charles L. Johnson with burial in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery. Ritter & Son were in charge of the arrangements.
He leaves a wife and four children.

Springs Valley Herald (June 8, 1944) Obituary
Thomas Self, the son of Edward and Mary Self, was born July 15, 1988. He departed this life June 3, 1944. Age 56 years, 10 months and 19 days.
He was united in marriage to Miss Nora Collins on December 22, 1911.
To this union as born six children. Ross, Harry, Roy, Ruby, Rollie and Ray. His wife and the two oldest children preceded him in death.
He again was united in marriage to Mrs. Velma Hurley May 25th, 1944. Mr. Self leaves to mourn his loss his wife, four children and one brother, Harry of West Baden, four sisters, Ida Collins, Roma Underhill, Mamie Underhill, all of French Lick and Rosa Lagenour of Shoals. Three grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. He was converted and baptized several years ago and still was a worker for his Lord. He said that he was ready to go that the Lord was calling him home. Submitted byTom Agan.

MYNATT, Mary Elizabeth, Springs Valley Herald (June 29, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Mynatt, 74, of Cuzco, died at the home of Cleo Line Wednesday, June 28. Funeral service will be held tomorrow, Friday at Cuzco. she was born in Martin County August 1, 1860. Her husband passed away five years ago. She is survived by a daughter. Ritter had charge of arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (July 6, 1944) Obituary
Mary E. Mynatt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Noble, was born August 1, 1869. She passed away at her daughter's in Hillham June 28, 1944 at the age of 74 years, 10 months and 28 days.
On November 2, 1890 she was united in marriage to Jasper P. Mynatt. To this union were born three children, Mrs. Eva Nicholson of Hillham, Charles Mynatt of Cicero, Ill. and a small daughter, Luella, who preceded her in death at the age of 7 years. Her husband, Jasper P. Mynatt, preceded her in death five years ago, February 4, 1939.
She was converted and united with the M. E. Church 48 years ago, remaining a true christian and worker in the church as long as her health permitted. She also remained interested in the cause of the church until the end.
Those left to mourn her passing are her two children, Mrs. Eva Nicholson and Charles Mynatt, one sister, Mrs. Denny Schiller of Dubois, and five brothers, George of French Lick, James of Plainville, Porter and Charles of Wheatland, and John Noble of Orleans, Ind., seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

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We wish to thank our friends and neighbors who assisted us in any way during the illness and death of our mother, Mary E. Mynatt, also for the services of Rev. Buehler and all of the floral offerings. Mrs. Eva Nicholson and Husband. Submitted byTom Agan.

WININGER, Owen K., Springs Valley Herald (July 13, 1944) Death Notice
Mr. Owen K. Wininger, 78, whose home was in Russellville, passed away at the home of a daughter in Vincennes Monday, July 3. His funeral service was held Wednesday with burial in the Emmons Ridge Cemetery. Ritter being in charge of arrangements and Rev. A. G. Meadows in charge of the services.
He is survived by his wife, two sons, Harland of Petersburg and Lannie of West Baden, three daughters, Mrs. Ida Bradley of West Baden, Mrs. Carrie Pruitt and Mrs. Gertrude Hill of Vincennes, 19 grandsons, 12 granddaughters, 18 great grandchildren, a brother, Frank, of Hillham, and a sister, Mrs. Sarah Hueston of French Lick.

Springs Valley Herald (July 13, 1944) Obituary
Owen K. Wininger, son of J. R. and Ellen Wininger was born May 10, 1866 in Martin County, Indiana, departed this life July 3, 1944 at the age of 78 years, 1 month and 23 days.
He was united in marriage September 1886 to Miss Hattie Blunk. To this union were born seven children. He leaves to mourn his departure, a wife, sons, Harland Wininger of Petersburg and Lannie Wininger of West Baden, daughters, Mrs. Ida Bradley of West Baden, Mrs. Carrie Pruitt and Mrs. Gertrude Hill of Vincennes, 19 grandsons, 12 granddaughters, 19 great grandchildren, one brother, Frank Wininger of Hillham and one sister, Mrs. Sarah Hueston of French Lick and a host of nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends.
When in early life he united with the Baptist Church at Birdseye, Indiana. He testified to his friends and relatives that he was ready to meet death.

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We wish to thank our friends and neighbors who assisted in any way during the death of our father, Owen Wininger. We also wish to thank Rev. A. G. Meadows, singers, pianist, flower girls, pall bearers and the undertaker, W. V. Ritter for their assistance. Wininger Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

HOWARD, Vivian, Springs Valley Herald (July 13, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Vivian Howard, 36, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Ellis of near West Baden, passed away in a hospital in Hammond Wednesday July 5. Her untimely death was the result of internal hemorrhage. She had made her home in Hammond for a number of years.
She is survived by her husband and three children, her parents, two brothers, Arnold and Frank and one sister, Rose, now serving in the WACS.
Her body was brought to the home of her parents where the funeral service was held last Friday with burial in the Ames Cemetery. Rev. Stout of Paoli had charge of the services. Jess Trinkle read the obituary and the West Baden M. E. choir sang.
Those attending from French LIck were Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Ellis, Mrs. Amelia Gass, Mrs. Ethel Collins, Mrs. A. E. Pershing, Mrs. George Pope, Mrs. Ray Grigsby, Mrs. Clark Hill and Mrs. W. W. Cave.

Springs Valley Herald (July 13, 1944)
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We are deeply grateful to relatives and friends who extended to us their sympathy in the loss of our beloved daughter and sister. T. G. Ellis and Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

STAPLETON, Mariah Francis, Springs Valley Herald (July 20, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Mariah Francis Stapleton, 59, wife of David Stapleton, passed away at her home in West Baden Tuesday, July 18, after a long illness.
The funeral service as held today, Thursday, at the Baptist Church in West Baden, Rev. Calloway officiating. Burial was in Ames Cemetery. Schmutzler had charge of arrangements.
Besides her husband she leaves two sons, Glenn of French Lick and Lloyd of West Baden, one son, Deleal, having passed away September 25, of last year.

Springs Valley Herald (July 27, 1944) Obituary
Mariah Frances Runyon (known to her family and friends as Fannie), the daughter of James Runyon and Sarah Owen was born at French Lick, Indiana, August 22, 1884 and passed away peacefully at her home in West Baden Springs July 18, 1944. Aged 59 years, 10 months and 26 days.
On august 8, 1906 she was united in marriage to David W. Stapleton. They began their home in West Baden and have continued to live there through all the years of their married life.
Three sons were born to them, Lloyd and Glenn survive, Deleal having passed away September 26, 1943. There is also one little granddaughter, Barbara Jean. There is left three daughter-in-laws, three brothers, Elvet, Harvey and William Runyon and three sisters, Mrs. Ethel Dixon, Mrs. Anna Minton and Mrs. Elizabeth McFarland. The father, mother, three sisters and one brother have preceded her in death.
At the age of 20 years she united with the Faucetts Chapel M. E. Church and continued a member until the winter of 1941 when she and her husband together went into the First Baptist Church of West Baden.
All thru her long illness she had patience and faith that was beautiful to see. Always cheerful and never complaining of her suffering which she so bravely endured.
She will be sadly missed in the home where she was a devoted wife, a loving mother and grandmother. Also by the church and Sunday School and her many friends and neighbors.

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We desire to express our grateful thanks to each and every one for their kindness to us during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother, Mariah Frances Stapleton. To the Rev. Calloway, the choir, flower girls, pall bearers, undertaker, Mr. Schmutzler and Mrs. Schmutzler, and all others please accept our sincere thanks. David Stapleton and Sons, Lloyd and Glenn. Submitted byTom Agan.

SNYDER, Oliver, Springs Valley Herald (July 27, 1944) Death Notice
Mr. Oliver Snyder, 69, passed away Saturday night at a hospital in Gary, Ind. from a heart ailment. Mr. Synder formerly lived in West Baden.
The body was brought here Tuesday where it lay in state at Schmutzler's Funeral Home until Wednesday afternoon when Rev. Callaway conducted the funeral rites at the West Baden Baptist Church. Interment was made in the Ames Chapel cemetery.
He leaves two sons, Alvin and Cecil. Submitted by Tom Agan.

OSBORN, Lucinda, Springs Valley Herald (July 27, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Lucinda Osborn, 75, widow of Chris Owen, died Saturday at the Billings Nursing Home here where she had been a patient the past three weeks.
Rev. Taylor conducted the funeral service at Wickliffe Wednesday afternoon followed with burial in the nearby cemetery.
She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Ernest Apple, English; Miss Sallie Osborn, Miami, Florida; five sons, John and Howard of the U. S. Navy; Charles, Washington, Ind.; Harry, Detroit, Mich. and Tom near Taswell. Submitted byTom Agan.

STEVENS, Rolla, Springs Valley Herald (August 3, 1944) Death Notice
Rolla Stevens died at his home in Chicago July 25th. He was the oldest son of John Stevens and Elizabeth Collins Stevens of French Lick.
He leaves a wife and four children, two sisters of Louisville, Ky., also half brothers and sisters and stepmother, Anna Stevens of French Lick. Submitted byTom Agan.

BELCHER, Henry Clay, Springs Valley Herald (August 3, 1944) Death Notice
Henry Clay Steven A. Douglas Belcher whose funeral was held at South Liberty Sunday afternoon was a great nephew of Henry Clay, the great Kentucky statesman. His grandmother was a sister of Henry Clay. The Clay and Harrison families were related and Mr. Belcher was a cousin of Benjamin Harrison, former president of the United States.
Henry Clay Steven A. Douglas Belcher was born March 5, 1861, the son of Berry and Margaret Trusty Belcher.
On December 24, 1893 he was united in marriage to Mary Margaret Marlette.
To this union two sons were born, Aaron of Muncie, Ind. and Raymond of Des Moines, Iowa. Besides the sons he is survived by two granddaughters, Judith Annice and Martha Joyce Belcher of Muncie, Indiana.
He passed away Friday, July 28, 1944 at the age of 83 years.
C. W. Parks, pastor of the Christian Church, had charge of the funeral services and Schmutzler was in charge of the arrangements. Submitted by Tom Agan.

ENLOW, Susana, Springs Valley Herald (August 3, 1944) Death Notice
Susana En low, 74, died Saturday at her home near Sulphur Creek following a long illness.
Funeral services were held at Sulphur Creek where she was a member, Monday afternoon by Rev. Nicoson. Burial was in the church cemetery with Schmutzler in charge of the arrangements.
She leaves four sons, Claude, John, Noble and Herschel.

Springs Valley Herald (August 3, 1944) Obituary
Susana McDonald Enlow was born July 13th, 1870 and departed this life July 29, 1944 at the age of 74 years and 16 days.
On December 9, 1891 she was united in marriage to Jessie K. Enlow. To this union were born eight children, four of these and the husband having preceded her in death.
She leaves to mourn their loss, four sons, Herschel A. at home, Noble S. at Charlestown, Ind., Claude E. at French Lick, Ind., John L. of the U. S. Army in Alaska and four grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
Early in life she was converted and united with the Sulphur Creek United Brethren Church, was a faithful member as long as health permitted her to do so. She bore her afflictions with patience and expressed her faith in God, that she was ready should her Master Call.

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We desire to express our grateful thanks to each and every one for their kindness to us during the illness and death of our beloved mother, Mrs. Susana Enlow, the Rev. Nicoson, the choir, flower girls, pall bearers, the undertaker, Mr. and Mrs. Schmutzler and all others, please accept our sincere thanks. Herschel Enlow, Claude Enlow, John Enlow, Noble Enlow and Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

BUFFINGTON, Edward Burns, Springs Valley Herald (August 10, 1944) Death Notice
Edward Buffington, 72, who was hit by a car driven by Edward Dawes of Cuzco, Saturday night about eight thirty, near Hiram Walter's garage on State Road 56, was rushed to the Daviess County Hospital in Washington, Ind. for treatment. He passed away Monday night.
Mr. Buffington was a farmer and had lived near West Baden several years.
C. W. Parks conducted the funeral rites at the West Baden First Baptist Church Thursday afternoon. Interment in Ames cemetery with Schmutzler as funeral director.
He leaves two sons, Chester near West Baden, Herschel of Brazil, Ind., two daughters, Mrs. Ermel Wortinger near French Lick and Mrs. Gladys Owen of Crane, Ind., one brother, Marion of the Bonds Chapel neighborhood.

Springs Valley Herald (August 24, 1944)Obituary
Edward Burns Buffington was born in Dearborn County, Indiana, the son of Joseph and Emmaline Canfield Buffington. He was one of five children, three having preceded him death. A sister, Mrs. Mary Tranter passed away a little more than a month ago and with the passing of the subject of this sketch, bit one of the family remains, a brother, Marion Buffington of the Bonds Chapel neighborhood.
While a young man, Edward Buffington came to Martin County, where he purchased a farm and settled down. On August 27th, 1891 he was united in marriage with Susan Jane Pierce and for almost sixty years, the Buffingtons enjoyed a home, which was blessed by the addition of six children, three son and three daughters.
The family circle was first broken by the death of a daughter, Mrs. Hazel Royer and later by the death of the wife, and of a son, Rolla, who passed to the Great Beyond in October of 1943. Still surviving are two sons, Herschel and Chester and two daughters, Mrs. Ermel Wortinger and Mrs. Gladys Owen.
Also surviving are twenty-one grandchildren and three great grandchildren. It is interesting to know that five grandsons have answered their country's call and are now in the Navy.
During his young manhood, Mr. Buffington was converted and united with the Christian Church, where his membership remained throughout his life. Of a quiet and kindly disposition, he was known as a man who never spoke ill of his friends, nor missed an opportunity to be neighborly. He was a good father, a kindly husband and a good neighbor.

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We take this method of thanking all our neighbors and friends for their kind assistance during the sickness and death of our beloved father, Edward Buffington. We especially thank the minister, undertaker, choir, trustees of the church, those who sent flowers and all others who assisted in any way. The Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

PITCHER, Samuel, Springs Valley Herald (August 17, 1944) Death Notice
Samuel Pitcher, 61, an employee of the Bottling Works for 44 years, passed away Saturday, August 12, after a short illness. In 1903 he was married to Miss Lizzie Frentress who died August 2, 1933. The had no children of their own, bit the Misses Mary and Opal Flick, who were living in his home at the time of the death of Mrs. Pitcher continued to live with him until his death.
At the age of 17 years he went to work for the Bottling Company and remained with the same company all his life.
His funeral service was held at the Schmutzler Funeral Home Monday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, C. W. Parks being in charge of the services. Burial was made in Mt. Lebanon cemetery.
He is also survived by three nieces and three nephews.

Springs Valley Herald (August 24, 1944) Obituary
When word came this morning of the passing of our friend and neighbor, Sam Pitcher, we experienced a feeling of regret and personal loss. He was born April 7, 1883, son of Joshua and Louisa Royer Pitcher and died August 12, 1944 at the age of 61 years, 7 months and 13 days.
He was the last of a family of four children. Two brothers and one sister having preceded him in death.
He was kind, congenial and so friendly in feeling that he was never wantng for friends. We doubt if there was any greater tribute he sought more than that of friendship.
He was married may 31, 1903 to Lizzie Frentress. Theirs was a very happy and useful life until death took her from him on August 2, 1933. There were no children to bless this union, but their home was always a refuge for other children. Mary and Opal Flick, who were living in the home when his wife died remained faithful in the service until his master called him home.
At the age of 17 years he was employed by the French Lick Bottling Company works remaining in that capacity the remainder of his life.
Death has entered the ranks of loved ones and called a choice spirit. Here we have no continuing city, but seek one to come. He left in the community where he lived, and in many of the home a deposit of blessing that will be remembered in the days to come. He is survived by three nephews, Everett, John and Terrell Pitcher and three nieces, Mrs. Jennie Wininger, Mrs. Clara Carr and Mrs. Stella Bucitti, with the many friends to mourn his passing.

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We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to each and everyone who in any way assisted us during the sickness and death of our friend and uncle, Sam Pitcher.
We especially thank Rev. Parks for his consoling words, Mr. and Mrs. Schmutzler for their kind and efficient service and all of the beautiful floral offerings. Mary and Opal Flick, Nieces and Nephews. Submitted byTom Agan.

DILLINGER, Lula, Springs Valley Herald (August 17, 1944) Death Notice
The death of Mrs. Lula Dillinger, 62, widow of the late Dr. J. R. Dillinger, occurred Sunday evening at 8:30 after a lingering illness of about five months. Mrs. Dillinger was prominent in church, Auxiliary and Eastern Star circles and was popular with a large circle of friends and neighbors.
In the hope of relieving her suffering her daughters, Mrs. Marcia Mason and Miss Irene, took her to the Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, where she remained for about two weeks.
No improvement was noted in her condition and she was returned to her home about three weeks ago. Her son, Maj. George Dillinger, army physician at Thomasville, Georgia, came home on a brief leave to assist in his mother's care, bit all efforts to relieve her proved unavailing.
She is also survived by three grandchildren, David and Diana Dillinger, and Robert Mason, besides many other relatives.
Her funeral service was held Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the M. E. Church, Rev. Criswell, pastor, being in charge of the services assisted by her neighbor, C. W. Parks. Ritter had charge of the arrangements. Burial was made in Ames Cemetery. The ritual service of the Eastern Star was rendered at the grave.

Springs Valley Herald (August 24, 1944)
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We take this method of expressing our heartfelt thanks to our neighbors and friends for their assistance and words of sympathy during the illness and death of our mother, Mrs. Lula Dillinger. Major George R. Dillinger, Marcia Mason, Irene Dillinger. Submitted byTom Agan.

FLICK, Lora King, Springs Valley Herald (August 24, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Lora King Flick, 58, widow of Amos Flick, passed away Sunday August 20. Her funeral service was held Monday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the M. E. Church with Rev. Criswell, pastor in charge assisted by C. W. Parks, a friend of the family.
She was the mother of twelve children, nine of whom survive, namely, Mrs. James Smith, Mrs. Fred Busse, Mrs. William Walden, Mrs. Forrest Guyant, Mrs. Parke Flick, Descoe, Alva and the Misses Edna and Maxine.
One son, Alva and four sons-in-law are in the service of their country.
She has resided in French Lick since the death of her husband in 1941 and was a member of the M. E. Church.
Ritter was in charge of arrangements. Burial was made in the Cane Creek Cemetery.

Springs Valley Herald (August 24, 1944) Obituary
Lora King Flick, daughter of Lee King and Nancy Cope King was born near Newton Stewart March 2, 1886.
When fourteen years of age she became affiliated with her neighborhood church, the Fairview methodist Church. Through the years she was loyal to her church.
On July 4, 1906 she became the wife of George Amos Flick.
Into this home were born twelve children, nine of whom survive, Mrs. James Smith, Mrs. Fred Busse, Mrs. William Walden, Mrs. Forrest Guyant, Mrs. Parke Flick, Desco, Alva, the Misses Edna and Maxine. One son, Alva, and four sons-in-law are in the service of their country.
Lawrence, Mabel and Grace preceded their mother in death. Also surviving are seventeen grandchildren, three sisters and two brothers.
After the death of her husband on March 29, 1941 she came to French Lick for residence and placed her membership in the French Lick Methodist Church, to which she was also loyal and attended when health permitted.
Life was not always easy for this mother of twelve, but she kept the upward look and remained faithful to her obligations.
On August 20, 1944, surrounded by her children, relatives and friends she passed into the Beautiful Beyond, aged 59 years, 5 months and 18 days.

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We wish to thank the many friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy shown us during the illness and death of our mother, also for the beautiful flowers, the undertaker, the quartet and the ministers for their consoling words. The Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

BARKER, Myrtle, Springs Valley Herald (August 24, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Mrytle Barker, 48, widow of Everett Barker, passed away Wednesday morning at 7:46 in the Washington Hospital where she had been a patient since August 12th.
The body will lay in state at the Sullivan Hotel in West Baden until Friday when services will be conducted at the United Brethren church at 1:00 p.m. by Rev. F. J. Elliott. Burial will be near Chrisney with Schmutzler in charge of the arrangements.
She leaves one son, Harry Barker, who is with the Navy, and now in North Africa; five sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Purkhiser of French Lick, Mrs. Bertha Williams of Michigan City, Mrs. Roma Carnes of West Baden, Mrs. Lillie Barker of Chrisney, Mrs. Lula Taylor of French Lick; two brothers, Thomas Bledsoe of New Guinea and Elvis Bledsoe of West Baden; also three half sisters, Mrs. Bell Kaiser of Evansville, Ind., Mrs. Stella Hooten of French Lock and Mrs. Mary Evans of Pontiac, Mich.; three half brothers, Lee and Scott Bledsoe of Frankfort, Ind. and John Bledsoe of St. Francisville, Ill.

Springs Valley Herald (August 24, 1944) Obituary
Susan Mrytle Barker, daughter of Jonathan and Adeline Bledsoe was born January 23, 1896 and departed this life August 23, 1944, age 48 years and 7 months.
She was united in marriage to Everett Barker July 21, 1917. To this union was born one son, Harry E. Barker, who is serving in the Navy, somewhere overseas. Her husband also served overseas in World War I. He died February 24, 1937. After her husband's death she and her son lived together until he entered the service in November 1942. Since then she and her daughter-in-law have made their home together and were a comfort to each other. Her son was home from overseas in January and she was with him as long as he was in the U. S. She was looking forward to another furlough which she hope he would be having again.
She was converted several years ago at Hillham and joined the Methodist Church.
Mrs. Barker became ill August 11 and was taken to Washington Hospital. No one realizing her condition was so serious. She never regained strength after her operation, but was a patient sufferer always telling her doctor she was better when asked how she was. Her daughter-in-law was with her during her entire illness and care for her as a daughter. Mrs. Barker often remarked of Ruby's kindness to her. Everything was done for her that was possible and she had the best of care.
Mrs. Barker's father and mother, one sister and brother preceded her in death. She is survived by eight sisters and five brothers, Mrs Dorothy Purkhiser, Lula Taylor and Stella Hooten of French Lick; Romania Carnes of West Baden; Bertha Williams of Michigan City, Ind.; Lillie Barker of Chrisney; Belle Kaiser of Evansville; Mary Evans of Pontiac, Mich.; Elvis Bledsoe of West Baden; Thomas Bledsoe stationed in New Guinea; Lee and Scott Bledsoe of Frankfort and John of St. Francisville, Ill.

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We wish to thank our many friends for their kindness in the sickness and death of our dear mother and sister, Mrs. Myrtle Barker. We especially want to thank the undertaker, Mr. and Mrs. Schmutzler, for their splendid service, the quartet, the pianist for the beautiful songs, the pastor Rev. F. J. Elliott for his consoling words, those who donated cars and sent flowers or helped in any was. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Barker, Brothers and sisters. Submitted byTom Agan.

WITSMAN, Sylvester Wesley, Springs Valley Herald (August 24, 1944) Obituary
Sylvester Wesley Witsman, the son of Nancy and Wesley Witsman, was born at Chambersburg, Indiana on November 30, 1856.
He was united in marriage with Mary C. Marley and from this union 3 children were born, Flora, Myrtle and Lenore of Los Angeles, California, of whom the latter is the only surviving member of the immediate family. Two grandchildren, William and Farwell Ellis, one sister, Minnie Webber now living at Vincennes, Indiana, as well as a host of friends and relatives mourn the passing of Mr. Witsman.
While living at Birdseye, Indiana Mr. Witsman served as a registered pharmacist. Upon moving to French Lick in 1903 he opened a dry goods store here in French Lick. A short while later he built the Witsman Hotel in French LIck, which is now known as the Grand Hotel.
His entire life seems to have been one of activity. He was both a member of the K. of P. Lodge and of the Odd Fellows. He both attended and raised his children to attend the Methodist Church while living at Birdseye. He became a member of the French Lick Methodist Church July 30, 1944.
After an extended illness of approximately six months he entered into that Beautiful Isle of Somewhere on August 20, 1944 at the age of 87 years, 8 months and 20 days.

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We take this method of thanking all our neighbors and friends for their kind assistance during the sickness and death of our beloved father and brother, Sylvester Wesley Witsman. We especially want to thank Mr. W. C. Ellis and family, the ministers, singers, undertaker and members of the I. O. O. F. lodge, those who sent flowers, and all others who assisted in any way. Henry and Lenore Brashear, Mrs. Minnie Webber. Submitted byTom Agan.