BREEDLOVE, Lee, Springs Valley Herald (August 27, 1944) Death Notice
Lee Breedlove, 60, bartender at the Timmons bar in the Oxford Hotel was found dead in his room Tuesday evening. He probably had been dead several days. His funeral service was held today, Thursday. He leaves three brothers, Harry, William and Albert, two sisters who live in St. Louis.

Springs Valley Herald (September 7, 1944) Obituary
Lee Breedlove, son of Anna and Ira Breedlove was born October 9, 1883 and departed this life August 29, 1944. Age 60 years, 10 months and 20 days. Lee was born in Orange County and spent most of his life in and around French Lick.
He leaves to mourn his departure two sisters, Mrs. Laura Barnette and Mrs. Edith Turner, both of St. Louis, Mo.; three brothers, Albert of Indianapolis, Ind., William and Harry, both of French Lick and a host of relatives and friends. His father, mother, three sisters and three brothers preceded him in death.

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We take this method in expressing our thanks to the many friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted us in the death of our brother, Lee Breedlove. Especially do we thank Rev. Elliott, the singers, pianist, also Mr. and Mrs. Schmutzler and Bill Timmons. Laura Barnette, Edith Turner, Albert Breedlove, William Breedlove, Harry Breedlove. Submitted by Tom Agan.

MURPHY, Calvin, Springs Valley Herald (August 27, 1944) Death Notice
Calvin Murphy, 77, well known citizen of Prospect, passed away at his home last Friday. His funeral service was held at the home Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.C. W. Parks had charge of the services and Ritter had charge of the arrangements.
He is survived by his widow, two daughters and three grandsons, one of whom is in the service in North Africa.
Mr. Murphy was a well respected man, a member of the West Baden Baptist Church, and a large number of neighbors attending his funeral services attested to their respect for him as a neighbor and friend. Submitted byTom Agan.

CLAY, Laban Thompson, Springs Valley Herald (August 27, 1944) Death Notice
Laban Thompson Clay, 83, passed away quietly at his home south of the city early Saturday morning. Mr. Clay was born in East Lynn, West Virginia, where he grew to manhood. He taught school for 16 years and also served as County Clerk of Wayne County, West Virginia.
He was a life long victim of stomach trouble and in 1906 moved his family to French Lick, where he hoped to find relief from his affliction. He settled on a farm and spent the remainder of his life in the work of farming. The various methods he employed in behalf of his death, the outdoor life, drinking the mineral water and observing proper diet prolonged his life to 83 years during which time he saw his children grow to useful maturity established in homes of their own.
His first wife, Jennie Doss Clay passed away in 1892. She was the mother of the oldest child, Lilly, who also preceded her father in death.
In 1894 he married Nancy Ellen Copley who survives. The surviving children are Garland, Wilton, Gallie, Mrs. Ivy Freeman and Byron. A daughter, Ernestine, preceded her father in death.
Mr. Clay was a member of the Christian Church as are all the member of the family. His funeral service was held at Ritter's Funeral Home Monday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock with burial in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. C. W. Parks, pastor of the Christian Church, had charge of the services.

Springs Valley Herald (August 27, 1944) Obituary
In the early hours of August 26, 1944, the soul of Laban Thompson Clay passed beyond the vale to meet his Heavenly Father. Attended by his companion of more than fifty years, and a son, he completed his life much as he has spent it, peacefully and quietly; undisturbed by the turmoil of the world about.
Born November 3, 1861 at East Lynn, West Virginia, the son of Nancy Jane and Elzic Bradley Clay, he was the second of a family of five boys and two girls, all of whom have preceded him in death except one brother, James M. Clay of Catlettsburg, Kentucky. His boyhood was spent on the farm where he remained until his marriage to Jennie Doss in 1888. To this union was born one child, Lilly, who preceded him in death. His wife was taken from him by death in 1892. June 20, 1894 he was united in marriage to Nancy Ellen Copley. This marriage was blessed by six children: Ernestine, Garland, Wilton, Gallie, Ivy and Byron, five of whom survive along with ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren, Ernestine having preceded him.
In 1890 he became a member of the Christian Church at Camp Creek, West Virginia, and remained a member these 54 years. The deceased taught in the public schools for 16 years, and served as Clerk of Wayne County. In 1905 he came with his family to French Lick for his health, and has suffered all these years, more perhaps than anyone can ever know. He was a member of the Red Men Lodge for about 50 years.
Laban Clay was a man who love to read good books, and enjoyed his home and family so much that he was seldom seen in public life. He was of a quiet, reserve disposition, having not one harmful word to say of any fellowman. His faith which bore him up in the hour of need, increased through the years with the study of the bible.

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We want our many friends to know that we are truly grateful for every act of kindness shown us in our recent bereavement. We appreciate the flowers, the use of the cars, the singers, the Red Men Lodge and the services so nicely rendered by Rev. C. W. Parks and Mr. and Mrs. Ritter. Mrs. Nancy E. Clay and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

FLICK, Carla, Springs Valley Herald (September 7, 1944) Death Notice
Carla Flick, 55, died at his home in French Lick, Friday morning, of carcinoma of the liver. He had been sick several months.
His funeral service was held at the Holiness Church Sunday afternoon with burial in Cane Creek.
He is survived by his children and several brothers and sisters.
Rev. W. A. Frye had charge of the services and Schmutzler had charge of the arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (September 7, 1944)
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We wish to thank our relatives and friends for their kindness during the sickness and death of our dear father, Mr. Carla Flick, also Mr. and Mrs. Schmutzler for their good work and kindness, Rev. and Mrs. Frye for their consoling words, the quartet, the pianist, the pall bearers and flower girls, those who furnished cars and sent flowers or helped in any was. The Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

ANDERSON, John H., Springs Valley Herald (September 7, 1944) Obituary
P. F. C. John H. Anderson, U. S. Army, age 24 years, 4 months, son of John O. and Rosetta Anderson was born March 4th, 1920 and was killed in action July 4th in France serving his country. He was inducted into the service August 10, 1942. P. F. C. Anderson received one and half years of training at Fort Warren, Wyo., Camp Atterbury, Ind., Camp Forrest, Tenn. and Camp Breckenridge, Ky. He landed overseas in England in April and was taking part in the invasion of France at the time of his death.
Shorty as his intimate friends knew him, was loved by all. A graduate of 1940, he was a member of the school basketball team during the last three years. He was a member of the Christian Church at Cuzco, and was baptized by Rev. Eishoff.
Surviving besides the parents are six brothers, Gay and Aben of Gary, Ind., Pvt. Otto of Camp Bowie, Texas, Walter Eugene and Charles of French Lick, Ind.; three sisters, Mrs. Geneva Pinnick and Miss Helen Anderson of Chicago, Ill., Mrs. Pauline Stevens of Shoals, Ind. and a host of relatives and friends.

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We wish to thank our many friends for their kindness in the death of our beloved son and brother, P. F. C. John H. Anderson. We especially thank the quartet and the pianist for the beautiful songs, the pastor Rev. Eishoff for his consoling words, The American Legion, those who sent flowers or helped in any way. Mr. and Mrs. John O. Anderson, Brothers and Sisters. Submitted byTom Agan.

McBRIDE, Sherman, Springs Valley Herald (September 14, 1944) Death Notice
Sherman McBride, 80 of near Orleans, died at his home Monday night of the infirmities of old age. His funeral service was held at the Methodist Church in Orleans Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock. He was a member of the Orleans Church of Christ.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Florida McBride, two sons, Bert and Irven, of near Orleans, two grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and two sisters, Mrs. Rebecca Crecelius of French Lick and Mrs. Emma Polen of Paoli. Submitted byTom Agan.

ALLEN, Norman Gilbert, Springs Valley Herald (September 21, 1944) Death Notice
Norman Gilbert Allen, 37, died at his home near Scarlett Chapel Friday following a long illness.
Rev. Robert Hawkins conducted the funeral rites at Bonds Chapel Sunday. Burial was made in the church cemetery with Ritter & Son in charge of the arrangements.
He leaves a wife and four children.

Springs Valley Herald (September 21, 1944) Obituary
Oftimes we speak of the Angel of Death, but how much more appropriate to think of this visitation as the Angel of Peace, for what could be more peaceful than to enter into that quiet, untroubled sleep, wherein the cares, sorrows and trials of this life enter not.
Norman Gilbert Allen, son of the late George M. and Margaret Allen, was born September 2, 1907 and departed this life September 15, 1944, at the age of 37 years and 13 days.
On October 16, 1929 he was united in marriage to Viola Edith Waggoner of Shoals, Indiana. To this union six children were born, three boys and three girls, the two oldest being boys and having died in infancy. This leaves to mourn his passing, his wife and children, namely, Joan, Lula, Margaret and John Max, besides one half-sister, Mrs. Doris Abel of Orleans, Indiana; one half-brother, Walter Lee Bruner of Shoals, Indiana, besides a host of other relatives and friends.

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We take this opportunity to thank our many friends for their kindness in the sickness and death of our beloved husband, father and brother, Norman Gilbert Allen. We especially thank the minister, Rev. Robert Hawkins, the undertaker, choir, those who sent flowers and all who assisted in any way. Mrs. Viola Allen and Children. Mrs. Doris Abel, Walter Bruner. Submitted byTom Agan.

McDONALD, Clarence Edward, Springs Valley Herald (August 17, 1944) Death Notice
Clarence McDonald, 49, passed away at his home in West Baden Tueday evening following a long illness.
funeral services will be held tomorrow, Friday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock with Rev. Floyd Elliott in charge, with military burial at Mt. Lebanon. Schmutzler ws in charge of arrangements. Clarence served his country during World War I.
He leave the wife, Mrs. Bernice McDonald, one sister, Mrs. Mary Compton of Mishawaka, Ind., and one brother, Frank McDonald of French Lick.

Springs Valley Herald (September 28, 1944) Obituary
In the long days of our first conflict for Freedom, the patriot Thomas Payne, spoke these words, "These are the times that try men's souls." That principle of American living, and American Feeling, was further emphasized by Thomas Jefferson, when he declared "The God who gave us life, gave us Liberty at the same Time." And then came the utterance of Daniel Webster, who said: "I shall know but one country - I was born an American, I shall live an American; I shall die an American."
How true today, with the world so fill of chaos and unrest, does the full meaning of these lives come to us, as we have gathered to pay parting tribute to this Companion, Brother, Comrade and Friend - one who, because of the inherent spirit of those from whom we have quoted, gave a portion of his life that "All men may be Free."
CLARENCE EDWARD MCDONALD.
He was the youngest son of the late William H. and Martha Shields McDonald, and was born in this county, August 9, 1895 and grew to manhood here.
With the spirit of determination to assist his fellow man in World War I, a by-gone day of another War, a world of another period of chaos and unrest, he enlisted in the service as a true American, February 11, 1918, and soon was sent overseas serving with the American Expiditionary Forces through the remainder of the war, then returning to his home here following his discharge May 1, 1919.
On November 7, 1925 he was united in marriage to Miss Bernice Moore of French Lick, who today survives his untimely passing. For a few years following their marriage they resided near Cuzco in Dubois County, returning later to West Baden, where they have since made their home. While living near Cuzco, he became a member of the Christian Church at that place, and has since continued in its faith.
For several years of his life he was a valued employee of the West Baden Springs Hotel, continuing in that capacity with the West Baden College so long as health would permit. For the past few years he has been in failing health, and has sought relief wherever he believed it might come. But the God who gave us life, only He could bring relief from the suffering and pain which he had endured. And on Tuesday, August 15, 1944, at the useful age of 49 years and six days, he answered the call of Him, "who doeth all things well", and passed to be forever with his Maker and loved ones hone before.
As a son and brother in the home, be was ever worthy and obedient; as a soldier and a comrade in arms, he sought to be true and faithful to the trust and the furies thrust upon him' as a companion, he was loved for the obligations which he assumed and kept; as a laborer he was worthy of his hire; as a servant of the Master he did not forget the value nor the rights of his fellow man, nor Christ, in whom he had confided his faith; and to neighbors and friends, he was honored and respected, because he did not betray the confidences placed in his care and keeping.
With all of these, he was not perfect, no one of us are so. He many have stumbled somewhere through life, as all of us have done, which makes him all the more one of us, one more human. Even our God believes it so.
So today, we are want to say that Clarence is dead! But our memory of him lingers on. Our words and his may soon be forgotten, but not so the life nor the deeds he had done. To so live in the hearts of those we love is not to die. Let us think of him today as only away.

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We wish to thank the many friends for their kindness shown us during the illness and death of our husband and brother. Mrs. Bernice McDonald, Mrs. Mary Compton, Frank McDonald. Submitted byTom Agan.

CHILTON, Madge B., Springs Valley Herald (October 5, 1944) Death Notice
The entire community was shocked Wednesday morning at the sad news of the death of Mrs. Madge B. Chilton, wife of Charles Chilton.
Mrs. Chilton and her husband, who is a teacher in the West Baden schools lived on their farm south-east of French Lick. They are the parents of one daughter, Donna.
Upon Mr. Chilton's being called to the service about two years ago she went to live with her parents in Harrison County. Mr. Chilton was sent to Europe and the strain was too much for "Billie", as she was called by her friends and neighbors, and her health completely collapsed. She was sent to a sanatorium and after several months she improved. Mr. Chilton was honorably discharged from the service and they returned to their home on the farm.
Recently members of the family and neighbors became anxious about her health and they attempted to watch her and care for her in the hope that she might be completely restored.
Early Wednesday morning she was found with a gun shot wound in her head and she was rushed to the Clark Hospital at Paoli, but died before reaching the hospital.
Her funeral service will be held Saturday afternoon at the Methodist Church with burial in the Ames Cemetery. Schmutzler has charge of the arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (October 12, 1944) Obituary
Oftimes we speak of the Angel of Death, but how much more appropriate to think of this visitation as the Angel of Peace, for what could be more peaceful than to enter into that quiet, untroubled sleep, where the cares, trials and tragedies of life do not disturb.
Madge B. Rooksby Chilton, daughter of Lonnie M. and True Rooksby was born April 1, 1908 at Elizabeth, Indiana where she grew into a lovable, energetic, happy and helpful young woman.
She was married to Charles M. Chilton February 8, 1930 and to them was born one daughter, Donna.
Soon they moved to their farm south of French Lick where she became an active worker in the Methodist Church and its activities. Entering into all the activities of her community with such energy and enthusiasm as to become an inspiration to those with whom she worked.
She suffered a nervous break down in March of this year but seemed to be steadily improving.
We in our blindness cannot understand why, but faith in his infinite wisdom give us assurance that "god lives and all is well."
Her sweet influence will always live in the hearts of her family and many friends.
She leaves her husband and daughter, father and mother, seven sisters and three brothers, namely: Gail of Paoli; Newell and Lonnie Rooksby, both in the Navy; Violet and Fae at home, Mrs. Ruby Conrad of Borden, Mrs. Louise Ashton of Laconia, Mrs. Maxine Purcell of Sellersburg, Mrs. Beulah Smith of Corydon and Betty of New Albany and many other relatives and friends.
She passed away October 4, 1944.

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We hereby express our thanks to all who helped us in any way during the death and funeral services of our beloved wife and mother, Mrs. Charles Chilton. We are especially grateful to the minister, Rev. Criswell, the undertaker, Mr. Schmutzler, the choir, all who sent floral offerings and in any other way assisted us. Charles and Donna Chilton. Submitted byTom Agan.

ALLEN, Harrison, Springs Valley Herald (October 5, 1944) Death Notice
Harrison Allen, 52, passed away at his home near Antioch Thursday, September 26, after about three weeks illness from the effects of the influenza.
Bro. Robert Hawkins conducted the funeral rites at Antioch Saturday afternoon. Burial was in the adjoining cemetery with Ritter & Son in charge of the arrangements.
He leaves his father, Frank Allen, five sisters, Mrs. Pearl Tolbert, Roxie Spoonmoore, Mrs. Ethel Clark, Mrs. Irene Hawkins, Mrs. Zora Goodrick and one brother, Paul Allen.

Springs Valley Herald (October 5, 1944) Obituary
Harrison Allen, the son of Frank and Alice Blankenship Allen, was born June 28, 1892 in Orange County, being at the time of his death 52 years, 3 months.
He spent his entire life in Orange County. He was never married.
He had been in poor health for several years, but had been seriously ill for three weeks. He bore his suffering patiently without murmur or complaint.
He has left a vacancy in his home that can never more be filled, yet we have that sweet hope of meeting him where partings are no more.
He will be greatly missed, especially by his father, who he had always been so near.
Though lonely seems life's journey, may this be our consolation that in Heaven, Harrison awaits, and oh, how heavy this affliction, too heavy for words to tell, yet again wee hope to meet him where no farewell tears are shed.
Harrison leaves to mourn his departure a father, one brother, Paul Allen, five sisters, Mrs. Pearl Tolbert, Roxie Spoonmoore, Mrs. Ethel Clark, Mrs. Zora Goodrick of Lawrenceville, Ill., Mrs. Irene Hawkins of Lawrenceville, Ill.
His mother and sister preceded him in death.

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We hereby express our sincere thanks to all those who helped us in any way during the sickness and death of our beloved son and brother, Harrison Allen. We especially thank the minister, the undertaker, the singers, those who sent flowers and furnished cars. Frank Allen and Family. Submitted byTom Agan.

JONES, John Daniel, Springs Valley Herald (October 5, 1944) Death Notice
John Daniel Jones, 55, passed away at the Daviess County Hospital Oct. 3. He was born in Martin County, the son of James and Loretta Barnett Jones.
He married Sarah Ellen Wilkinson and to this union nine children were born.
He is survived by his widow, five daughters and two sons. One son, John Paul, is in the Navy. Mrs. Clyde Crecelius is one of the daughters.

Springs Valley Herald (November 2, 1944) Obituary
Sometimes it seems that God does things in a mysterious way. We often wonder why this thing or that thing happens, as it does. The leaves have their time to fall, the flowers have their time to bloom. Even the Seasons of the year have their time. Yes. it is all a wonderful plan, carried out by the Supreme God. If we only pause occasionally and consider for a moment, we can see that after all it isn't so mysterious after all. He has said, "It is appointed unto man once to die, after that the judgment." Today we, as relatives and friends, are again reminded of the truth of God's word in the passing of John Daniel Jones, the son of James and Loretta Barnett Jones, who was born in Martin County, Indiana, November 22, 1888. It was in the vicinity of Powell Valley that he grew to manhood, on his father's farm.
In the year 1909 he was united in marriage to Sarah Ellen Wilkinson and to this union were born nine children, Mrs. Blanche Brown, Herbert and Rollie, who have preceded him in death, Mrs. Hazel Crecelius, Mrs. Rosie Burton, all of French Lick, James Paul, who is serving in the Navy of his country somewhere in the Pacific war theater, Clarabelle, Dennis and Irene, who are at home. He also leaves a sister, Mrs. Frank Howell and a twin brother, William F., of French Lick.
John was a very sincere friend to all and a hard working, yet kind and generous neighbor to all. His tender devotion has often been manifested by the many deeds of kindness he has done for his children.
A few months ago, he was stricken with an illness from which he could never recover, although faithful relatives and friends did all in their power to help him. Although his suffering was intense, he bore the pain and agony with the greatest of patience, never complaining.
The writer of this heard him say, "All is well, and I am not afraid to go." To me it seems this testimony alone is the greatest anyone can ever say. In the early hours of the morning October 3, 1944 just as the day was breaking, quietly and peacefully as he was sleeping, his soul took his heavenly flight. At the age of 55 years, ten months and eleven days.
Besides the ones named above, he leaves to mourn his passing, the wife, eight grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

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We desire to express our thanks and sincere appreciation to all who helped us in any way during the illness and death of Husband and father, John D. Jones. We are especially grateful to the minister, Rev. Meadows, and the singers, also to Mr. Ritter for his efficient service. Mrs. John D. Jones and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

LYTLE, Harry, Springs Valley Herald (October 5, 1944) Death Notice
Harry Lytle, who died at Fort Huron, was brought here Wednesday where funeral services will be held at Ritter"s Funeral Parlor today, Thursday. Burial in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery. Submitted byTom Agan.

FARLOW, Arthur J., Springs Valley Herald (October 5, 1944) Death Notice
Arthur J. Farlow, 67, of Paoli, former Clerk of Orange County, and at one time editor of the Paoli News, died in the Robert Long Hospital, Indianapolis, Friday morning September 29.
His funeral services was held Tuesday at the Friends Church in Paoli. He was the son of Joseph and Rebecca Cox Farlow. At the time of his death he was serving as director of Public Welfare. He was a graduate of the Indiana University Law School. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Friends Church. Submitted byTom Agan.

CASSIDY, Mildred Frances, Springs Valley Herald (October 12, 1944) Death Notice
Mildred Frances Cassidy, 19, passed away at the Daviess County Hospital October 5th, following the birth of twin babies.
She was born in Orange County to Wilbur and Georgia Myers.
She was united in marriage to James Cassidy December 17, 1943.
Rev. Hawkins conducted the funeral rites at Ames Chapel Sunday afternoon with burial in the church cemetery. Schmutzler had charge of the arrangements.

Springs Valley Herald (October 12, 1944) Obituary
Mildred Frances Myers, daughter of Wilbur and Georgia Hagenmier Myers was born May 11, 1925 in Orange County and departed this life October 5, 1944 at the age of 19 years, 4 months and 24 days.
She attended her entire common school at New Daugherty in Northwest Township and from there to West Baden High School from which she graduated in the year of 1943.
After completing her schooling she devoted a few months of her life to our nations needed cause, the defense work at Burns City. She gave up this work for the greatest career of a woman's life and was married to James Cassidy, December 17, 1943. To this union two babies were born, a little boy and baby girl for whom she gave her young life.
Mildred was a girl who was loved by everyone. In her early girlhood days she was converted into the U. B. Church at Scarlett Chapel and was baptized by Rev. Hawkins. Her faith in God was a wonderful thing in her life and we know wherever Heaven is our "Jimmie" is there.
Her smile and good disposition won her many friends, but the hand of Friendship cannot oppose the king of terror nor the charms of innocence elude his grasp.
Mildred loved to assist her father with his work. So many times she would go with him to his saw mill and work side by side by him all day. He said she was his only boy. Her friends all called her "Jimmie".
Up until the time of her death she was patient, loving and kind. Always thinking of others before herself. Words cannot possibly express the love she bore for her young husband. She was never afraid at any time and went to her eternal rest in happiness and peace.
We'll miss you Mildred, but our loss is Heaven's gain. So let us cherish your memory, imitate your virtues and profit by your dispensation of God who knows all things best and does all things well.
She leaves to mourn her passing the husband, the babies, her mother, gather, three sisters, Idell, Maxine and Bonnie, two grandmothers, one grandfather, five aunts, five uncles, several cousins and a host of friends who can truthfully say she was a friend to all and loved by all.

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We take this opportunity to thank our many friends for their kindness in the death of our beloved wife, daughter and sister. We especially thank the ministers Rev. Robert Hawkins and Rev. Winfred Hall, the choir, undertaker, all those who contributed so many beautiful flowers and all who assisted in any way. Mr. James Cassidy, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Myers, Idell and Maxine Myers. Submitted byTom Agan.

TAYLOR, Lula Olive, Springs Valley Herald (October 12, 1944) Death Notice
Mrs. Lula Taylor, wife of Lawrence Taylor, whose home is about two miles south-west of the city in the Mt. Lebanon community, passed away at the Clark Hospital Monday morning October 9. She was taken to the hospital Saturday evening.
Her funeral service was held Wednesday afternoon at Mt. Lebanon church with burial in the Mt. Lebanon cemetery. Rev. Elliott and Rev. Frye were the officiating ministers and Schmutzler had charge of the arrangements.
She leaves the husband and one son, Leon.

Springs Valley Herald (October 19, 1944) Obituary
Lula Olive Taylor, daughter of Jonathan and Orlena Bledsoe was born June 11, 1905 and departed this life October 9, 1944. Age 39 years, 3 months and 28 days.
Lula was united in marriage to Lawrence Taylor January 22, 1927.
For some time Lula has bad health, but never failed to be patient and kind to others.
Those who knew her loved her and she will be long remembered in the hearts of her many relatives and friends.
She leaves to mourn her loss, a faithful husband, a son, Leon Taylor, who is serving his country in the armed forces overseas, also a daughter-in-law, Bertha Taylor and grandson Gary Anthony. She also leaves five brothers, Elvis Bledsoe of West Baden, Thomas Bledsoe of armed forces, stationed in New Guinea, John Bledsoe of St. Francesville, Ill., Lee Bledsoe and Scott of Frankfort, Ind.; seven sisters also mourn her loss, Stella Hooten of French Lick, Dorothy Purkhiser of French Lick, Bertha Williams of South Bend, Roma Charnes of West Baden, Lillie Barker of Chrisney, Ind., Belle Kaiser of Evansville and Mary Evans of Pontiac, Michigan. Myrtle Barker, a sister died August 23, 1944, just seven weeks before Lula's death.
This parting will also be felt by a host of other relatives and friends.
He loved ones were praying and in sorrow when they thought she had slipped away, and she came to and said oh, why did you call me back, I was in a beautiful place and Leon was almost home. Someone asked her if she could pray, showing her faith in God, as life was drawing to a close.

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We hereby express our thanks to all who kindly assisted us during the sickness and death of our beloved wife and mother, Mrs. Lula Taylor. We are especially grateful to the ministers, Rev. Elliott and Rev. Frye, the undertaker, Mr. Schmutzler, the choir, all who sent floral offerings and furnished cars and in any other way helped us. Lawrence Taylor and Children. Submitted byTom Agan.

JONES, Emma Bertha, Springs Valley Herald (October 12, 1944) Death Notice
Emma Jones, 56, wife of Leslie B. Jones, died at her home in Newton Stewart, Saturday October 6 after a long illness due to Bright's disease and complications.
She was the daughter of Christian and Margaret Truckenmuller and was born in Heibraun, Germany. Her first marriage was to Carl Frederick Braun in 1909 and in the next year she and her husband came to America. Five sons were born to this union, one of whom, Richard, was killed in action in the Pacific last November. He was a U. S. Marine.
In 1924 she was married to Leslie B. Jones in the State of Washington. One son, Glenn survives from this union.
A few years ago the family moved to Newton Stewart where they purchased the Starrett farm.
Her funeral was held at the Schmutzler Funeral Home Sunday afternoon with burial in Ames cemetery. C. W. Parks had charge of the services.
She is survived by her husband and five sons.

Springs Valley Herald (October 12, 1944) Obituary
Emma Bertha Truckenmuller, daughter of Christian and Margaret Truckenmuller was born April 12, 1888 in Heilbraun, Germany.
She graduated grade school and was confirmed in the Lutheran Church at the age of 12.
She married November 1909 to Carl Fredrick Braun. The came to the U. S. A. in 1910. Five children were born to this union, Eugene, Oscar, Albert, Carl and Richard. Oscar died in infancy. Richard, a Marine was killed in action last November. In 1924 she and Leslie B. Jones were united in marriage. To this union two boys were born, Clause and Glen. Claude died in infancy. Glen resides at home.
She died October 6th at 2:30 a.m. at her home in Newton Stewart. Her health has been failing slowly the past eight years. She was very patient in her suffering and had an abiding faith in her Savior.
She was always thankful to reside in America, which was the dreamland of her girlhood.
She is survived by her husband, Leslie B. Jones, Eugene Braun of Yakima, Washington, Carl and Albert Braun of Opportunity, Washington, and Glen Jones residing at home, four grandchildren.

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We sincerely wish to thank all our friends and neighbors for their faithful help and tender sympathy thru the last sickness and death of our loving wife and mother, Mrs. Emma B. Jones. L. B. Jones, Eugene, Albert and Carl Braun, Glen Jones. Submitted byTom Agan.