"E" Obituaries
From Ontario County Chronicle 1 May 1901
Phelps, N. Y. - Mrs. Elizabeth Eadus, aged 90 years and 6
months, died Friday morning of dropsy. She leaves one daughter, Mrs.
Helen Middaugh, with whom she resided.
From Ontario County Journal 6 May 1892
Honeoye, N. Y. - Jacob Eardle, of Bristol, whose ill health was
mentioned
in last week's Journal, died on Thursday, April 28, aged 82 years, and
was
buried in the new Catholic cemetery on Saturday, Rev. Father Hendricks
officiating.
From Geneva Daily Times 24 May 1910
Frank E. Early, aged 55 years, died last evening at 7 o'clock at
the family resident on Colt street. He had been ill only since last
Friday with an attack of acute indigestion. Mr. Early was sexton of the
First Baptist church and caretaker of the Elks playgrounds. He is
survived by his widow, one daughter, Mrs. H. Phillips and three sons,
Carl T. Early, Howard M. Early and Harold J. Early, all of this city.
The funeral will take place Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the
house. Rev. W. K. Towner, pastor of the Baptist church, will officiate.
From Shortsville Enterprise 9 September 1915
Mrs. Jane Early died suddenly on Friday evening of heart trouble,
in her home in Farmington. A few years ago she was very ill of
pneumonia, and had not been strong since. Mrs. Early leaves five
daughters and five sons, Mrs. Kate Schwartz of Farmington,Mrs. Hannah
Bloomfield of Honeoye Falls, Mrs. Mary Nolan and Miss Beatrice
Early of Farmington, and Mrs. Leonard Curphey of Lansing, Michigan;
John Early of Syracuse, James Early of Rochester, Edward Early of
Macedon, Martin Early of Lansing, Michigan, and Cecil Early, who
resides at home. Her daughter, Miss Beatrice Early, who has cared for
her mother for many years, is seriously ill in her home in this town.
From Geneva Daily Times 19 November 1903
Phelps, N. Y. - Marcus
Early died Tuesday morning. He was eighty years of age and for the
past thirty years had been a resident of this town. The funeral will be
held tomorrow afternoon, Rev. Waugh officiating. Burial will be at
Orleans.
From Geneva Gazette 20
September 1889
MRS. SARAH EASTER - This estimable townswoman passed away
last
Monday morning at the advanced age of 86 years, more than half of which
period
of her existence she resided in Geneva. Her husband was a worthy
minister of the M. E. Church, and her first great sorrow came through
his sudden and tragic death. He was one of the two ill-fated
victims who were killed by an accidental explosion of fireworks on the
night of July 4th, 1842, the other being Joseph Fulton, at that time a
well known butcher. Mrs. Easter leaves one son, Rev. John Easter,
and two daughters. She was a lifelong and devout member of the
same church in which both husband and son faithfully and zealously
labored in the ministry. Her funeral held at the M. E. Church
last Wednesday, was largely attended. Another saint has been
gathered into the heavenly fold.
From Geneva Courier 1 July 1874
Died - On Tuesday evening June 30, at the residence of Mr.
Parlett, Geneva, Mrs. Jane Easterbrook, aged 66 years. Her
funeral will take place at 3 o'clock tomorrow afternoon from the M. E.
Church.
From Geneva Courier 13 June 1877
Mrs. Mathew Easterbrook died on Saturday morning last, of
paralysis, at the family residence, Washington street. Some of
the circumstances of her illness and death make the case an unusually
sad one. She was stricken first on the absence of her husband at
church, on Sunday, the second instance, without the least
premonition. Indeed, she had been in better health than usual
this spring; and on the day when she was stricken her conversation was
more sprightly than usual; and Mr. Easterbrook lingered so
long that in order to be at his place in the choir of the Methodist
church he was obliged to run. Shortly after the service opened,
word was conveyed to him of his wife's sudden illness, and he hastened
home, but to find her in a state of unconsciousness. She did not
recover from the shock til Tuesday; and then
was immediately stricken again, and died on Saturday morning
at half past ten o'clock -- exactly six days after the first
attack. Mrs. Easterbrook, formerly Miss Hawks, and an
only daughter, came to this country when about 5 years old.
Mr. Easterbrook, then a lad, was here. Both were born in
England. Their union was thus not only natural, but a happy
one. Mrs. Easterbrook was for more than thirty years, we
believe, a consistent member of the Methodist Episcopal church; a lady
of retiring habits, and of fine mind and tastes; very highly esteemed
for her many excellent qualities of head and heart. Her husband
and other relatives will have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire
community in their bereavement.
From Geneva Daily Times 3 May 1922
Charles Henry Eastman, age 43, died this morning at 11 o'clock at
his home, 117 Cherry street, after a long illness. He is survived by
his wife, Mrs. Freeda E. Eastman; one son, Charles R.; his mother, Mrs.
Edith L. Eastman of Boston; one brother, Walter F. of Buffalo. The
funeral will be held from his late home at two o'clock, Friday
afternoon, the Rev. Bruce E. Pierce, pastor of the First Methodist
church will officiate.
From Ontario County Times 21 April 1875
Shortsville, N. Y. - Mr. George Eastman died of consumption, at
the residence of his brother-in-law, Mr. E. D. Derr, week before last.
From Geneva Gazette 16 September 1892
OBITUARY - Mr. Henry Easto, a long-time resident of Seneca,
and a veteran of the late war, died at his residence Tuesday evening
last, in the 82d year of his age.
He was by birth an Englishman, and although he long since
renounced allegiance to his mother country and became in all things
essentially an American, even to fighting for the preservation of his
adopted country, yet he ever retained a tender feeling for the land
which gave him birth. He returned from the war impaired in health
by its vicissitudes, and a grateful government rewarded him with a
liberal pension. He was in all respects a worthy citizen, helpful
neighbor and kind friend. He was buried yesterday in the cemetery
at
No. 9 Church. By his death we lose another old and steadfast
patron.
From Ontario County Journal 17 July 1896
Phelps, N. Y. - Mrs. Amey Eaton, wife of the late A. H. Eaton of
this village, died at her home on West Main street last week Thursday,
aged 72 years. Only one sister, Mrs. J. G. Fergus, survives. Mr. and
Mrs. Fergus have resided with the deceased the most of the time since
the husband's death, which occurred four years ago. The funeral
services were held from the residence Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock,
Rev. Mr. Fish of the Baptist church officiating. The burial was made in
the family plot in the Phelps cemetery.
From Geneva Daily Times 23 July 1906
The funeral of Frank E. Eaton took place this afternoon at the
home of his parents, No. 84 Genesee street. In the absence of Dr. N. B.
Remick, Dr. L. M. Sweet, of Canandaigua, officiated and the burial was
in Glenwood. The bearers which were his intimate boy friends were John
Harmon, Charles Ayres, William Reed, Clarence Sperry, Lee Ormiston, and
Jay Barth of Syracuse. Frank was 13 years old and died of diabetes
Saturday afternoon at 4:20 o'clock. He had a twin brother, Wallace, who
died two years
ago of this same disease. Frank was a popular young lad in school and
will be greatly missed by his many friends. He is survived by his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Eaton, one brother, Rolfe and a sister,
Louise.
From Ontario County Journal 14 April 1876
Miller's Corners,
N. Y. - Death has called one of our worthy neighbors, Benjamin
Eckler. After a long suffering from lingering disease, he
died last Tuesday morning.
From Geneva Gazette 8 February 1901
Mrs. Emma J.
Eddington died Wednesday night at the family residence, north of
this city, aged 45 years. The funeral will take place from the
house at 10 o'clock Saturday morning. Interment will be in the
Dobbins cemetery.
From Geneva Daily Times 12 April 1904
Hannah Eddington, wife of John Eddington, died at 3:30 o'clock
this morning at her home, three miles north of the city, aged
seventy-two. The deceased had lived in the vicinity for fifty years.
She is survived by two sons, James and William Eddington, and two
daughters, Mrs. Mary L. Booth and Mrs. Isabella Gittens, all of
whom live in the vicinity.
From Geneva Daily Times 11 August 1909
John Eddington, aged 85 years, died at 4 o'clock this morning at
the home of his son-in-law, F. A. Booth, who lives about three and
one-half miles from this city on the Lyons Road. He leaves two
daughters, Mrs. F. A. Booth and Mrs. Jackson Giddings; and two sons,
James and William Eddington. The funeral will take place Friday
afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house. Interment will be at Salisbury
Cemetery.
From Ontario County Journal 14
January 1887
Flint Creek, N. Y. - Mrs. Eddington died at her home on Friday
morning last and was buried on Saturday afternoon. The deceased had
lived with her husband, Phillip Eddington, in this vicinity for many
years, and both were nearly ninety years of age. Mr. Eddington is
almost helpless and probably will live but a short time.
From Ontario County Journal 24 February 1888
Naples, N. Y. - Mr. Chas. Eddy, a
young married man of 26, died of consumption on Tuesday last.
He was a son of the late Eleazer Eddy, of South Hill, Middlesex,
and came to this place a few months ago. He had been gradually failing
for two years, but still hoped to recover, until a few days ago before
his death. He married Lillie Wilkins, of this village, and died at her
father's home.
From Ontario County Chronicle 22 April 1903
The remains of Charles Edgerton, whose death occurred in
Buffalo on the 16th, were brought to Shortsville on Saturday and placed
in Brookside cemetery. Mr. Edgerton was for a number of years a
merchant in Shortsville. He sold his business to Messrs. Wise and
Bidwell about fifteen years ago. He was postmaster during the Hayes
administration. A wife and son and three daughters survive him.
From Geneva Daily Times 2 December 1905
Laura E. Edie, seventy-six years of age, and widow of A. S. Edie,
died at 11:30 o'clock last night at her home in Hall's Corners, after a
protracted illness. The deceased has lived in Halls for twenty-five
years. She is survived by two son, James A. Edie, of Baltimore, and
David W.
Edie, of Halls Corners. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock
Tuesday afternoon from the house, Rev. A. B. Temple of Number
Nine Presbyterian church, officiating.
From Geneva Daily Times 18 July 1910
Naples, N. Y. - Mortimer J. Edson, a veteran of the Civil War,
aged 69 years, died at his home in Naples, three miles north of this
village, Friday night, after a prostration of eleven days by paralysis.
Born and reared in Steuben county, when a young man he went West and
enlisted in the Thirteenth Michigan Infantry. For the last thirty years
he had resided in Naples. He leaves three children, one son, Arthur;
and two daughters, Mrs. Noah Struble and Miss Alma Edson, all of
Naples. His wife died ten years ago.
From Ontario County Journal 8 February 1895
North Bloomfield, N. Y. - Mrs. Esbon Edmonds, who has been in poor
health for some time, died at her residence Thursday afternoon at 1
o'clock. She leaves two daughters and one son to mourn the loss of a
loving mother. Funeral services were held at the house Sunday afternoon
at 2:30, Rev. L. D. Watson of Honeoye Falls and Rev. J. P. Eastman, of
this place, officiated. Burial at the village cemetery.
From Ontario County Journal 15 November 1895
Phelps, N. Y. - George Edmonston, who has been critically ill for
several weeks with typhoid fever, died last Sunday night, aged 32
years. A wife and two young children survive. The funeral services were
held at the residence on Walnut street, Wednesday afternoon at 2:30
o'clock, Rev. M. Shaw of the M. E. church officiating. Interment was
made in the Phelps cemetery.
From Ontario County Journal 4 December 1896
Phelps, N. Y. - Johanna Edmonston, wife of Milton Edmonston, of
this village, was found dead in her chair early last Friday morning by
her daughter, Mrs. Ada Crozier. The deceased had been in feeble health
for some months, caused by heart trouble, and during the latter part of
her life was unable to lie down, but slept sitting in her chair. She
seemed no worse the day previous, and when her daughter administered to
her wants about 2 o'clock that morning, she seemed in her usual health.
On going to her room about half-past three, she found her dead in her
chair. Her age was 71 years. A husband, one son and three daughters
survive. This has been the first death in the family in 40 years; quite
a remarkable circumstance. The funeral services were quite largely
attended from the late residence on Ontario street last Monday
afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. R. D. Fish, pastor of the Baptist church,
of which she was a member, officiating. Interment was made in the
Phelps cemetery. The deceased was the mother of ex-Supervisor Wm. C.
Edmonston of this village.
From Geneva
Gazette 12 April 1901
Milton C. Edmonston, aged 84 years, died Saturday morning last as
the result of old age. Mr. Edmonston was one of the
pioneers of the town of Phelps, coming there in its early days and has
always been one of its most active citizens, being for many years
engaged in business.
From Geneva Daily Times 5 December 1907
Naples, N. Y. - The funeral of the late J. Wesley Edson was
held Tuesday afternoon. He had lived eighty years, sixty in
Naples, and had been one of the leading farmers of the town. He died
on the farm on which he had spent his mature life. In his father's
family
there were five children, of whom remain Mrs. Lettie Tead, of Cadillac,
Mich.; Mrs. Livonia Clark, of North Cohocton, and Mortimer J. Edson, of
Naples. He was twice married. Two sons, Sherman and Seymour of Naples,
and
two daughters, Mrs. C. Quincey S. Lattuck of Atlanta, and Mrs. Myron
Smith,
of Prattsburg, are living. He had been for fifty years a member of the
Methodist
Church of Naples, and his pastor, Rev. James Moss, officiated at his
funeral.
From Geneva Daily Times 17 August 1897
Mrs. Lucinda M. Edson died at 2:30 o'clock this morning at the
residence of her daughter, Mrs. Nelson
Elliott, on Castle street, aged 79 years. The deceased was well
known in Geneva. The funeral will take place at 3 o'clock Thursday
afternoon. Interment will be at Prattsburg.
From Ontario County Journal
3 July 1885
Naples, N. Y. - Mrs. Wesley Edson died on Saturday last, of
pneumonia. She had been ill with dropsy for some time, and was supposed
to be improving, but taking cold she soon passed away. She was a most
estimable woman.
From Ontario County Journal 4 January 1889
Hopewell, N. Y. - The death of Geo. S. Edwards, which
occurred last Wednesday, cast a gloom
over his many friends. He was buried on Friday, attended by a
host of friends from the surrounding country.
From Ontario Repository and Messenger 25 November 1868
Died, in Shortsville, the 7th inst., after a painful and protracted
illness, borne with admirable fortitude, Mrs. Nettie Edwards, aged
23 years. The deceased was the youngest daughter of Stephen A.
Brewster, Esq., one of the oldest settlers of this region. Only a
little
over a year ago, she was a happy bride. How truly do we all "fade
as a leaf."
From Ontario County Times 10 July 1872
DEATH BY LIGHTNING - During the hard thunder shower which occurred
here on the afternoon of the 27th ult., a man by the name of Anthony
Egan, and a horse belonging to David Clark, were instantly killed.
Egan was a laboring man, and worked for Mr. Clark by the month,
occupying his tenant house. It seems that Egan took refuge under a
butternut tree during the storm, with the horse, being engaged in
cultivating a piece of corn on some land belonging to Mr. Jerry
Hawkins, planted by Mr. Clark. The only marks on him was a red streak
down the side of his neck and across the top of his right shoulder. The
horse was struck just over the eye. The man and horse were found by one
of Mr. Clark's daughters, who gave the alarm and called for some help
from the neighbors, Mr. Clark being absent from home at the time. A
large crowd of people were soon gathered to view the remains. Egan
leaves a wife and three small children. A coroner's inquest was held at
the village in the evening, after examinations had been made by Drs.
Bull and Draper, and the jury returned a verdict in accordance with the
above stated facts. The horse which was killed was valued at about two
hundred dollars. A few years ago a flock of sheep was killed by
lightning in the same field but a few rods from where the man and horse
were struck. Victor, July 1st, 1872.
From Victor Herald 25 January 1901
Edward Egan, a former resident of this town, died in Rochester
last Saturday. The remains were brought to this place Monday afternoon.
Funeral services were held in St. Patrick's church, Rev. J. J. Donnelly
officiating. Interment was made in the Catholic cemetery.
From Victor Herald 27 October 1899
The death of Mrs. Thomas Egan occurred at her late home,
beyond the New York Central depot, in this village, on Tuesday night at
12 o'clock. Mrs. Egan had been in poor health for several years, but
was confined to her bed only a short time.
Paralysis was the cause of death. Mrs. Egan was formerly Miss Nora
McMahon, and was born in Ireland 58 years ago, coming to this country
when a young girl. She later married Thomas Egan, of this town, who
survives her, as do also four sons, John and Thomas of Rochester,
George
of Philadelphia, and William of this place; three daughters, Mary and
Nora, of this town, and Mrs. Julia Toole of Geneseo, and two brothers,
Michael and Timothy McMahon of this place. Mrs. Egan had always been
a hard-working woman and seldom went away from her home except to
help others and render assistance to some one in trouble. She was a
kind mother and worked hard that her children might receive the best
educational privileges. Mrs. Egan was an obliging and thoughtful
neighbor and will be greatly missed by a large circle of friends. The
family have the sympathy of the community in the loss of a lovable wife
and mother.
The funeral was held Friday morning at nine o'clock at St. Patrick's
church
and was very largely attended. Interment in the Catholic cemetery in
this
village.
From Ontario County Journal 22 January 1909
Mrs. Mary Collins Egbert, wife of Alonzo Egbert, expired suddenly
at the family home on Gorham street on Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock.
She had been ill for a number of weeks from heart trouble. She was 56
years of age and had resided here for the past ten years. She is
survived by her husband. The funeral will be held from St. Mary's
church tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock. She is survived by three
brothers, John Collins of Centerfield, and M. G. and E. C. Collins of
Canandaigua, and three sisters, Mrs. Susie Green and Mrs. Elizabeth
Baily of South Lima, and Mrs. Margaret Sheehan of Clifton Springs.
From Geneva Gazette 27 July 1900
Mr. Moses Eggleston died very suddenly at his home near East
Bloomfield on the 19th inst., aged 82 years. He leaves three
sons, one of whom - Hiram Eggleston - is a resident of this city.
In his boyhood days he was a classmate of Stephen A. Douglas, and
like him was a lifelong Democrat.
From Geneva Daily Times 22 February 1908
Mrs. Caroline Eichhorst, widow of the late Frederick Eichhorst,
died this morning at 5:10 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
Peter A. Sawyer of 125 Lake street. She was 77 years old, was born in
Germany but came to this country and to Geneva about 27 years ago. She
is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Philip Schelansky, Mrs. Matilda
Hein and Mrs. Peter A. Sawyer of this city, and Mrs. Augustus Buchholtz
of Utica. The funeral will take place
Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house. Rev. J. Heid, pastor of
the
German Lutheran church, will officiate and burial will be made in
Glenwood
Cemetery.
From Ontario County Journal 3 December 1897
Phelps, N. Y. - Mrs. Elizabeth C. Eighmey, one of the oldest
residents of this town, died at Oaks Corners, Nov. 24, aged 80 years.
Several children survive. The deceased was the widow of the late Wiley
Eighmey. The funeral was held last Friday afternoon and burial made in
the Armstrong cemetery at Oaks Corners.
From Ontario County Journal 19 February 1909
George Eighmy, a veteran railroad employe, died at his home on
Bristol street on Saturday morning. The end came suddenly. He had made
ready to drive downtown, as was his usual morning custom, with his
friend, Thomas Townsend, but not feeling quite well, decided to remain
at home. He removed his coat and hat and was helped to his bed by his
son, George Eighmy, who had come from Buffalo the night before for a
brief visit with his parents. Within ten minutes he had breathed his
last. Mr. Eighmy had been retired from active employment for eight
years, but aside from lameness he had been comparatively well and there
had been nothing to indicate that the end was so near. Mr. Eighmy had
been a lifelong resident of Canandaigua. He was a son of George and
Amina Allen Eighmy. He passed his 78th birthday on June 16. He was in
the employ of the railroad for 48 years and was retired on a pension by
the Northern Central company when he reached the age limit, 70 years.
His railroad service began as a brakeman on the Niagara Falls and
Jefferson railroad, Jefferson being what is now known as Watkins. Later
he was employed by the Erie as baggageman, with a run between
Canandaigua and Elmira, and he continued it when the road became the
property of the Northern Central company. Upon relinquishing this
position he was given the post of flagman at the Pleasant street
crossing and this he held for three years, when he was retired. Mr.
Eighmy had performed his work with faithfulness and fidelity and when
he retired, he took with him the confidence and respect of his
employers and his associates. Full of years he had earned his rest. He
is survived by his wife, one daughter, Miss Nellie Eighmy, and two
sons, George Eighmy of Buffalo and Charles Eighmy of this village. The
funeral was held from the home on Monday afternoon and the interment
was in Calvary cemetery.
From Geneva Gazette 8 December 1893
Wiley Eighmy, an old time resident of Oaks Corners, died last
Sunday of blood poisoning, aged 83 years. He leaves a widow and
several children. The later years of his life were clouded by a
great sorrow -- the capital crime of his son, Charles, who suffered the
extreme penalty imposed by law.
From Geneva Daily Times 1 August 1907
Naples, N. Y. - The death of Mrs. Eliza Eldred
occurred Tuesday morning. She was the wife of John Eldred, and
was nearly 70 years old. Saturday, while picking berries, she engaged
in a contest with some others, and possibly over-exerted herself. She
was seized with a hemorrhage so violent that she was soon prostrated.
Mrs. Eldred married first in Rochester, N. Y., Richard Gardner, who
was later a soldier in the Civil war, and who died about 1870, leaving
her with eight young children. In a few years, she married Mr. Eldred,
whom she leaves. She also leaves most of the children, four of whom,
Frank, William, and John Gardner and Mrs. Daniel Eldred, reside near
here;
also one sister, Mrs. William H. Davis.
From Ontario County Chronicle 20 May 1903
Canadice, N. Y. - Ellen Eldredge, wife of Thomas Eldredge, died at
her home in this town Tuesday evening. She leaves besides her husband,
a daughter, Mrs. Emma Doolittle of Springwater, and a son, William of
this place. She was known and loved by the whole community. She was 66
years of age.
From Geneva Daily Times 13 August 1907
Naples, N. Y. - The funeral of Jeremiah Eldredge, late of
Garlinghouse, in this town, was held Sunday. Mr. Eldredge was the
youngest son of Thomas and Mary Agard Eldredge and was born in 1848, in
Naples, where he has always lived. He was a prosperous farmer and
a thoughtful, conscientious citizen. He was one of the pillars in the
Baptist church of Garlinghouse, and its clerk for thirty years. He
married
in 1870 Miss Edna Doty, who survives him; also, one daughter, Mrs.
Frank
Mitchell of Naples; two brothers, both Civil War veterans, Caleb and
Barber
Eldredge of Naples; Rev. W. H. Haines, his pastor, and E. E. Jones of
North Cohocton Methodist church, officiated at the funeral.
From Ontario County Journal 11 May 1883
Canadice, N. Y. - Died, on the 4th inst., Emma, wife of
Harrison Eldridge, aged 24 years. A husband and one child are
left to mourn her loss.
From Geneva Daily Times 8 May 1907
Rushville, N. Y. - Jerome Eldridge died Monday night of
paralysis from which he had been suffering for the last three years. He
had been nearly helpless for six months and was
confined to his bed four weeks. Rev. Halsey King of the Methodist
church will officiate at the funeral, and the burial will be at Gorham,
where Mr. Eldridge formerly lived. Mr. Eldridge was born in Vermont
in 1828, coming to this state when he was six years old and had always
lived in this vicinity. He leaves a wife, three sons and one daughter:
Eugene, living at Penn Yan, John, at Gorham, and Oliver W. at Fairport;
the daughter, Mrs. Minnie Lizette, at Empire on the Hudson. Burial
Gorham Cemetery
From Ontario County Journal 7 February 1890
Naples, N. Y. - Mr. Thomas Eldridge, an old
resident of the south part of the town, died on Saturday at the
home of his son, Jerry, at nearly four score years of age. One son,
Barber Eldridge, lives in our village and is noted as the veteran
who was severely shot four times, but who managed to serve out his
term, and has been an industrious citizen since.
From Ontario County Journal 20 August 1909
William Burch Eldridge, for over 50 years actively engaged in
business in Canandaigua, and an honored citizen for more than 70 years,
died on Tuesday evening, following an illness of nearly half a year's
duration. Born at Trenton, N. J. on May 31, 1825, he came to
Canandaigua with his parents when eight years of age. At the age of 21
years he engaged in the meat business, which he conducted with
different partners and alone for over 50 years. He was long in
partnership with William A. Husbands, but retired from all business
activity about 10 years ago. During his long, active life here, Mr.
Eldridge held the respect and esteem of the business community and of
the people generally.
He leaves a widow, Mrs. Mary Eldridge; three children, Edwin E.
Eldridge of Kansas City, Mo.; Mrs. Willis R. Mixer of Syracuse, and
Mrs. J. C. Fredenburg of Brooklyn; and one sister, Mrs. Robert
Schellenger of Phelps, who is the last survivor of the family of eight
children. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon
from his home on Clark street and will be private. Burial will be in
West Avenue cemetery.
From Ontario County Journal 23 May 1890
Rushville, N. Y. - Mrs. A. D. L. Ellas died on Friday, May 16,
aged nearly 72 years. The funeral was attended
on Tuesday afternoon at the residence, Rev. A. W. Taylor officiating.
She was a member of the Congregational Church and a daughter of the
late Judge Loomis. Mrs. Frank Wisewell, of Phelps, and Chas. Ellas, of
Bath, are her surviving children. The remains were taken to Bath
for burial.
From Ontario County Journal 5 February 1909
Rushville, N. Y. - The death of George Ellick occurred at
the home of his niece, Mrs. Joseph Stevens, on January 27, after a
lingering illness due to tuberculosis of the lungs. The deceased has
been confined to his bed for three years. He was the son of Henry Batus
Ellick and was born in New Jersey on September 5, 1819, moving to this
state when three years of age. He was twice married, his second wife
being Aramina Stevens. Two children survive him, one daughter living in
the west, and a son, Adelbert Ellick of Rushville; also a sister,
Elizabeth Curtis of Michigan, and a brother, Jacob Ellick of Rushville.
The funeral services were held from the Joseph Stevens residence Friday
afternoon, Rev. R. L. Smith officiating. Burial was in the cemetery at
Pine Corners.
From Ontario County Times 4 June 1884
Shortsville, N. Y. - Casina A. Elliott died at 6 p.m. on
Decoration day, from the result of the injuries received two weeks
previously. Up to Thursday he was considered better, and his brother
from Michigan returned home, thinking him out of danger. The funeral
was held from the Baptist church on Tuesday afternoon.
From Ontario County Journal 1 January 1892
Albion Ellis, a very well-known resident of this village, died at
his home on Charlotte street Wednesday afternoon of apoplexy after a
very short illness. Mr. Ellis had been subject to apoplexy but previous
to Monday he was in fairly good health. On Monday he was severely
attacked and grew steadily worse until the end came Wednesday. He was
about sixty-five years of age, and leaves a widow and three children,
Captain Eugene A. Ellis, of
the U. S. Army at Fort Yates, North Dakota, Edson C. Ellis of North
Attleboro, Conn., and Miss Carrie A. Ellis of this village.
From Ontario County Journal 27 June 1884
Victor, N. Y. - Mrs. Betsey
Ellis, who died in Victor last week, was the mother
of Mrs. Henry Brown. Her age was 75 years. The funeral took place last
Sunday.
From Geneva Advertiser Gazette 6 July 1905
An insane man at Canandaigua was shot and killed by a police
officer on the 4th of July. In resisting arrest, the man approached
the officer brandishing an axe. The officer fired one shot from his
revolver, not intending to hit, but to frighten the man. The shot took
effect in the breast, severing the carotid artery and he bled to death
in twenty minutes. The officer was Adelbert Fisk, and the victim Edson
C. Ellis, aged 37 years, married and has a son seven years old.
The racket began at his home when he drove his family outdoors, smashed
the stove, furniture, and his wife went to the police for help. She
holds Fisk entirely blameless.
From Geneva Daily Times 24 February 1902
The remains of
Maj. Eugene A. Ellis, of the 13th U. S. cavalry, who
died Saturday at Hot Springs, Ark., are expected to arrive here this
afternoon or tomorrow. The body will be taken directly to the
receiving vault at Glenwood
cemetery, where a brief service will be conducted by Rev. Dr.
J. A. Leighton, chaplain of Hobart college. Maj. Ellis's family
has resided in Geneva for some time. The deceased was born at
Canandaigua. He received his military education at West Point
military academy and was graduated from that institution in 1876.
He was first stationed at Fort Clark, Texas, and
afterwards served at various military posts in Nebraska until
1897. In 1898 the deceased went to Puerto Principe. His
last position was that of custom officer at Guantanamo, Cuba.
Maj. Ellis came to Geneva last summer. He was in poor health and
last November went to the army and navy hospital at Hot Springs,
Ark., for treatment. Everything was done for the major that human
skill could do for such cases, but to no avail. He gradually grew
worse and expired Saturday. Mrs. Ellis was with her husband
when the end came. The deceased is survived by his wife and by
two sons, Eugene Alexander and Hamilton Payton Ellis of this city, by
one daughter, Mrs. T. H. Truslow, of Guantanamo, Cuba; by his mother
and one sister, Miss Caroline Ellis, of Canandaigua.
From Geneva Gazette 16 October 1896
Frank Ellis, a highly respected citizen of Canandaigua, died
suddenly October 11th. He carried an accident policy for $10,000
which it is claimed will be
due and payable inasmuch as his death resulted from a fall and injuries
sustained a few weeks before his death. Deceased leaves a widow.
From Ontario County Journal 3 June 1910
George W. Ellis, son of Captain Ellis, a pioneer Canandaiguan, and
one of the first to answer the country's call in the war of the
Rebellion, died at his home on Chapin street on Sunday morning, aged 76
years. Deceased was born in this village on December 15, 1834. When the
Civil war broke out, he enlisted in Company G, 18th New York
Volunteers, the first company that left this section for the front.
Completing his service in that regiment, he re-enlisted in the Second
New York Cavalry, and became first lieutenant in the latter company.
August 25, 1866, he married Miss Margaret B. Burke of Chapin, who, with
one daughter, Mrs. Bessie Vincent of Chicago, Ill.,; and two sons, John
B. Ellis of Bloomfield, N. J. and Warner Ellis of this village,
survive. One sister, Miss Mary Ellis, of this village, and one brother,
Walter Ellis of Muncie, Ind., also survive. Rev. Livingston L. Taylor
officiated at the funeral services on Tuesday afternoon and burial was
in Woodlawn.
From Ontario County Journal 16 March 1888
In this village, March 9, Mrs. Lucinda Ellis, widow of the
late Daniel H. Ellis, aged 72 years, 10 months and 25 days. The
deceased was the mother of two sons
and one daughter, Mr. A. J. Ellis of New York, and Mr. Frank Ellis and
Mrs. O. E. Brockelbank of this village.
From Geneva Daily Times 24 March 1915
Naples, N. Y. - Monday morning in the Geneva City Hospital
occurred the death of Mrs. Minnie Cornish Ellison, aged 44
years. She had been in poor health for several years and had recently
undergone an operation in the hospital where she died. She was born in
South Bristol, the daughter of Samuel and Salome Cornish and leaves,
besides her mother, five brothers, Allen of South Bristol; Albert of
Gasport; Charles, Edward and Frank of Naples; two sisters, Mrs. Scott
Niece of Battle Creek, Mich., and Mrs. Fred Getsinger of Halls, N. Y.
The remains were brought to Naples on the morning train and the funeral
was held from the home of her brother, Frank, today at 2 o'clock.
Interment in Rose Ridge Cemetery.
From Ontario County Chronicle 2 October 1901
Naples, N. Y. - Coroner Henry D. Weyburn of Geneva held an
inquest in Naples Thursday to inquire into the cause of death of
the late Clark Elwell. Seventeen witnesses were sworn, but no
proof of assault could be found. The following is the verdict of the
Coroner:
"Clark Elwell came to his death Monday, September 23, 1901, as the
result of an accident, the evidence produced at the inquest held by me
at Naples, September 26, 1901, revealing that on the morning of
September 21, the said Clark Elwell fell from a window on the second
floor of the Granby building in Naples, he being at the time in an
intoxicated condition; receiving injuries which resulted in his death."
From Ontario County Journal 24 January 1890
Cheshire, N. Y. - Dyre Elwell, who lived one-half mile west of
this village, died last week Thursday, after an illness of two weeks.
He leaves a wife and one son besides a large circle of other relatives
and friends to mourn his loss. Funeral services
were held at the church here on Saturday, Rev. J. M. Langworthy
conducting the services.
From Ontario County Journal 16 July 1897
Reed's Corners, N. Y. - Another of the old and respected
citizens passed away on Thursday of last week, in the person of Stewart
Elwell. He had been an invalid for about 20 years. The funeral was
held from the Congregational church on Saturday afternoon. Interment at
Reed's Corners cemetery.
From Ontario County Journal 29 March 1895
Naples, N. Y. - A sad death occurred in Gulick, town of South
Bristol, on Monday. It was that of a noble young wife and mother, Mrs.
Wallace Elwell, third daughter of I. W. Wilcox. She was 33 years
old but leaves nine children whose ages range between 1 and 12 years.
She was ill only 10 days, and was supposed to be recovering when new
complications caused speedy death. She leaves also her parents, four
sisters and one brother. Mrs. J. W. Cribb of this village is a younger
sister. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church here at
1 p.m. Thursday. Rev. Eugene Anthony officiated.
From Geneva Daily Times 3 December 1906
Funeral services over the remains of Miss Frances E. Ely, whose
death occurred Thursday
morning at the residence of F. O. Kent on South Main street, were
held yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the house. Rev. Frank Hill of
Victor, officiated, assisted by Rev. W. W. Weller. The
body was taken to Hanover, N. J., last night, where interment was
made today. Miss Ely and her surviving sister, Mrs. M. E. Plant have
made their home with Mr. Kent for some years.
From Geneva Daily Times 24 July 1907
Mrs. Sarah J. Ely, widow of the late Delos Ely, died yesterday
afternoon at about 2 o'clock at her home, No. 78
Grove street. She was 57 years of age, was born in Tioga county,
Pennsylvania, and came to this city twelve years ago. The survivors
are: one son, Frank Ely; one daughter, Mrs. Anna Nicklaus; two
brothers, William H. Smith of Scranton, Pa., and Charles Smith of
Antrim, Pa.; one sister, Mrs. Margaret Brill, of Wellsborough, Pa.; and
a father, Harvey R. Smith, who has resided with his daughter here. The
funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock from the
residence. The pastor of the Methodist church will officiate and burial
will be in Glenwood cemetery.
From Ontario County Times 30 March 1881
Victor, N. Y. - Mrs. Nelson Embry died at her home in this place
on Thursday morning. The deceased had been a long sufferer from
consumption, and she lived and died a consistent Christian. The funeral
services were held at the house on Saturday, Rev. J. N. Brown,
officiating.
From Geneva Daily Times 6 August 1907
Mrs. Anna Emens, aged 67 years, died this morning at 2:30
o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Switzer, of No. 409
Castle Heights. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Henry Switzer of
this city, and Mrs. G. W. Cuddeback of Seneca Falls, and two sons,
Stacy H. Emens of Seattle, Wash., and Schuyler S. Emens of
Topeka, Kansas. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon. Burial
Glenwood Cemetery.
From Geneva Daily Times 2 January 1909
Mrs. Electa J. Emerick, wife of Norman E. Emerick, died Thursday
night at 11 o'clock at the family residence, No. 39 Grove street. She
was 58 years old and had been a resident of this city for 13 years.
Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters and one son. The
funeral will take place from the home at 2:45 o'clock tomorrow
afternoon. Rev. W. W. Weller will officiate and burial will be in
Glenwood Cemetery.
From Ontario County Chronicle 27 August 1902
Sunday afternoon George W. Emerson, a well-known farmer,
residing in the northeast part of this town, was found dead in a field.
Coroner Hallenbeck concluded that death was due to epilepsy, from which
the deceased had suffered for years. He was aged 45 years.
From Ontario County Journal 16 October 1885
John P. Emerson, who has been living for some time with his
brother, Dr. B. K. Emerson, west of Chapinville, died last Saturday
morning. The funeral services took place at the house Sunday afternoon,
Rev. W. M. Benger officiating. The remains were interred in the Sand
Hill cemetery. The deceased, who was 66 years old, had been a sailor
most of his life and had seen much of the world.
From
Geneva Gazette 9 July 1886
Mortuary - Sidney W. Emons died last Saturday morning at his
residence on North Main street. He was a carriage trimmer by
trade, doing business for himself on a moderate scale on Lake
street. He had been confined to his house but a few weeks, and a
fatal termination of his illness was wholly unlooked for by his
acquaintances.
From Shortsville Enterprise 20 April 1916
Frank Enea, aged about 30 years, a former fireman at the plant of
the Shortsville Wheel Company, died in the Geneva City Hospital last
week Thursday night as the result of burns received about 4 o'clock
that afternoon when a tube in one of the boilers in the power house of
the Empire Gas & Electric Company blew out. Enea was employed as
a fireman there and it was his first occasion at day work, having been
previously employed at nights. Two other men were also burned by the
steam, but Enea was the only one to receive fatal injuries. It is
stated
that when Enea was picked up the flesh dropped from his arms and legs.
Enea was employed at the local wheel factory for about two years, and
left there about a year ago to work at Geneva. While employed there he
was considered a most faithful workman and the news of his untimely
death
was received with much regret by those who knew him. He was a native of
Italy and had been a resident of America for about 10 years. The
deceased leaves his mother and a blind brother in Italy. He also had an
uncle residing in Geneva. The funeral was held on Monday with burial in
the latter city.
From Ontario County Journal 11 December 1891
John English, a well-known cartman of the village of Phelps, died
Tuesday forenoon while seated in a chair in the Phelps Citizen office.
He was apparently well when he went into the office and death is
supposed to have resulted from heart trouble. He was 56 years old.
From Geneva Daily Times 11 January 1908
Mrs. Elizabeth Enright, wife of John Enright, died last night at
10 o'clock at the family residence, No. 164 East North street. She
was 39 years of age. Besides her husband, she is survived by four
daughters, Sister Clara Marie of the Immaculate Convent of Rochester,
Kathleen, Lillian, and Clara Marie of this city; four sons, John,
Edward, Gerald and Paul; her father, Robert Wilson of Belleville,
Canada; four sisters, Mrs. Russell, Mrs. Blakely, Misses Florence and
Irene Wilson, all of Belleville, Canada; and one brother, John Wilson,
also of Belleville. Burial St. Patrick's Cemetery.
From Geneva Daily Times 27 December 1907
Canandaigua, N. Y. - Patrick Enright died on Christmas morning at
his home on Ontario street, aged 60 years. He leaves a widow, two
daughters, Mrs. Mary Marlow of Rochester, and Mrs. Margaret Dawson of
Canandaigua, and three sons, John Enright, a well-known Canandaigua
vocalist, William Enright of Rochester, and Eugene Enright of Rochester.
From Ontario County Journal 16 July 1909
At the Memorial hospital on Friday occurred the death of William
P. Enright of Rochester, formerly of this village. Death was due
to chronic heart disease. Deceased was 38 years of age and is survived
by two sons, Eugene and Harold, his mother, Mrs. Patrick Enright, two
sisters, Mrs. Dennis Dawson and Mrs. James Milo, two brothers, John F.
Enright of this village, and Eugene of Colorado. Funeral services were
conducted by Rev. James T. Dougherty at St. Mary's church on Monday.
From Geneva Daily Times 1 February 1905
William B. Ensign, seventy years old, who fell down stairs
yesterday morning in the Tillman block on Exchange street, died last
evening about 6 o'clock. Cause of death was paralysis. The remains were
taken to the undertaking rooms of Kennedy & Kennedy. The funeral
will be held at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon at the Salvation Army
headquarters and Captain Courley will officiate. Burial will be in
Rochester. Mr. Ensign came to this city to live about six weeks ago. He
is survived by his wife and six married daughters, Mrs. Darling of this
city, Mrs. Pritchard of Corning, Mrs. Brooks of Woodhull, Mrs. Meads of
Hornellsville, Mrs. Laborer of Arkport and Mrs. Van Auken of Rochester.
From Geneva Daily Times 3 April 1896
The death of George Erhart occurred last evening at 9:30
o'clock at his home
on State street, after a lingering illness of five months
duration. Mr. Erhart was born in Auburn, and was aged 44 years, 7
months and 12 days. He came to Geneva in May, 1889, to enter the
employment of Pierce, Butler and Pierce, as a moulder, having
formerly been in the grocery business in his native city. Four
years ago he entered the moulding department of the Stove Works
where he remained as long as his health permitted. He was a member of
the Moulders Union and of the A. O. U. W., in good standing. He leaves
a wife and six children, besides one brother, M. L. Erhart
of Geneva. The funeral will be held on Sunday from the residence
of P. Hahn, 28 Owasco street, Auburn, the party leaving Geneva by
the 9:16 Central Sunday morning train. The members of the union and
society, to which deceased belonged, are invited to attend. Burial will
be made in St. Joseph cemetery in Auburn. Mr. Erhart was highly
esteemed by his friends who will extend their condolence to the
family.
From Geneva Daily Times 26 May 1902
Michael L. Erhart, of 75 Andes avenue, died at 9 o'clock yesterday
morning, at the Willard state hospital, aged 48 years. The deceased was
born in Auburn and came to Geneva 18 years ago. He was first
employed at the works of Pierce, Butler & Pierce, and later at the
Phillips & Clark stove works. His illness began three years
ago. He was taken to Willard a year and a half ago. The deceased
was a member of White Springs lodge,
A. O. U. W.; Arius court, Tribe of Ben Hur, and of the local iron
moulders' union. He is survived by a wife and two daughters, Mrs.
Fred Shelansky and Miss Blanche Erhart, both of this city. The
funeral will take place from his late residence at 3 o'clock tomorrow
afternoon. Rev. Charles DeWoody will officiate. At 4:30
o'clock the remains will be taken to Auburn, where services will be
held on Wednesday, and where the interment will take place.
From Geneva Daily Times 15 December 1908
Mrs. Flora Erskine, widow of the late William Erskine, died this
morning at 3 o'clock at the Church Home, where she had been living for
over a year. Previous to this time she had made her home with her son,
H. W. Erskine, who several months ago moved to Chicago. The deceased
was 76 years old. Besides the one son, H. W. Erskine, she leaves three
sisters in Maine, and three grandchildren, George, Edith and Florence
Erskine of Chicago. The funeral will take place Thursday afternoon at 2
o'clock from the Church Home. Rev. C. M. Sills will officiate and
burial will be in Glenwood.
From Ontario County Journal 17 February 1888
West Farmington, N. Y. - Benjamin Estes, an old and respected
inhabitant of Farmington, aged 78, died at his residence near the
"Hook" on Friday of last week of cancer of the liver. His funeral took
place Monday at the Friends meeting house and was largely attended by
relatives and friends. He leaves a widow and son, Elisha, of Gorham,
and a daughter, Mrs. George Herendeen, of Farmington.
From Ontario County Journal 5 June 1896
Reed's Corners, N. Y. - Mrs. Elisha Estes passed away on Monday
evening after years of suffering. She leaves a husband and three
daughters and a sister to mourn her loss. The family have the sympathy
of the whole community, for it is for them to mourn a devoted wife and
a kind and loving mother. The funeral was held on Wednesday at 1 p.m.
at the home. Interment in Woodlawn cemetery, Canandaigua. The K. O. T.
M. and L. O. T. M. attended the funeral in a body in honor of the
sister and brother.
From Victor Herald 23 February 1900
Farmington, N. Y. - Mrs. Mary Estess, a lifelong resident of this
place, passed away last Friday. The funeral was held Monday at the
Orthodox Friends Church. Rev. E. P. Wood, assisted by Mrs. Flageler, of
Macedon Center, conducted the ceremonies.
From Geneva Daily Times 10 June 1905
Phelps, N. Y. - Mrs. A. B. Estey, 40 years old, an esteemed
resident of this village, died at 10 o'clock Friday evening at her
summer home near Seneca Castle. For years she had been in ill
health and at times her sufferings were intense. Tuesday she was
stricken with apoplexy, which was the direct cause of her death. Mrs.
Estey was formerly Miss
Belle M. Carson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Carson, who now reside
on West Main street, this village. She was born at Hudson, Mich.,
and was married to A. B. Estey, fifteen years ago. Shortly after their
marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Estey came to New York state and lived a greater
part of their time at Seneca Castle. Three years ago they came to
Phelps and made this village their permanent home. Mrs. Estey was a
member of the Methodist church and as far as her health would permit
took
an active interest on church affairs. She is survived, besides by her
husband, by one daughter, Miss Vida, also her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A.
B. Estey, all of this village. The funeral will be held Sunday
afternoon at the Methodist church and burial will be made at Whitney's
cemetery,
Seneca Castle.
From Geneva Daily Times 1 April 1912
Canandaigua, N. Y. - After nearly a two-days search and the
dragging of Canandaigua lake, the body of John B. Estey, of
Flint, was found about 11:30 o'clock yesterday morning on the ice about
45 feet from the shore at the mouth of Deep Run Creek. The body was
found lying face downward by Leslie Young, James Estey and Charles Leet
of Flint. They had just arrived in an automobile when they discovered
the body on the ice near the shore. Between the ice and the shore was
water for some distance and it was necessary for the men to procure a
boat to reach the man. Coroner Armstrong of Canandaigua was summoned
and granted a certificate of death from exposure. Mr. Estey was man 84
years of age and is said to have been of feeble mind, but of strong
physique except for advancing years. He disappeared from his home at
Flint Friday about noon. Estey's son, Frank J. Estey, who has had
charge of his father's business for several years on account of the
feebleness of mind of the aged man, yesterday offered a reward of $100
for the discovery of the body of his father, dead or alive.
Mr. Estey said he was going to his daughter's, Mrs. W. E. Cook, who
resides some little distance away. He probably went to his daughter's
as he had intended, but not finding her home, he again went into the
road and turned west instead of going back to his son's. Whether the
man was confused or whether he deliberately started to walk on the
Geneva-Canandaigua turnpike is not know. Neighbors saw the man going
west on the turnpike and later several people residing near Cottage
City, some ten or more miles from Flint, saw an old man walking along
the road Friday evening about 7:30 o'clock going southwards. He had a
cane and his description tallies quite closely with that of the missing
man. Saturday searchers were able to trace the tracks of that man to a
bridge over a creek, but were unable to find any place where the tracks
led away from the bridge. The whole countryside about Cottage City was
aroused and with Sheriff Gooding directing, an energetic hunt was made.
Mr. Estey must have reached the ice at a point some distance up the
lake from where his body was found, as there was water between the ice
and the shore for a mile or more. It is believed that he walked at
least eighteen miles and the supposition is that when he reached
this point on the ice, he was tired and sat down to rest. He had
evidently removed his mittens for they lay on the ice beside his head.
In his exhaustion, he fell over on his face and death came to his
relief. A cane, which he had when he started out was not with him and
had evidently been lost somewhere in his journey. The body was removed
by Undertaker Kennedy to his home at Flint. He leaves three sons, Frank
of Orleans; Fred of Flint, with whom he resided; and Alexander of
Rochester; two daughters, Mrs. William Cook and Mrs. F. O. Newton, both
of Flint.
From Geneva Courier 19 June 1901
Mrs. John Esty of Flint Creek died Friday at the family
residence, aged 74 years. Her husband, one son and two daughters
survive her. The funeral held Sunday afternoon at the Flint Methodist
church and interment was at Sand Hill cemetery.
From Geneva Gazette 16 August 1889
Wm. P. Esty died at his residence, Seneca Castle, on the
14th inst. of apoplexy. It was the third stroke of the fearful
malady which he had experienced in the space of a few weeks. The
last one fell upon him while he was engaged in his favorite pastime of
fishing, last Monday. Although he survived till Wednesday he did
not recover consciousness which he lost at this third stroke.
Deceased was the second child of a family of 8 children, the mother of
whom, Mrs. A. B. Esty, is living with her daughter, Mrs. Thatcher, in
Hopewell. William was 60 years of age, and leaves a widow and
four children.
From Geneva Gazette 8 March 1901
Mrs. William P. Esty died Monday at the home of her daughter, in
Seneca Castle, aged 67 years. The deceased is survived by two
daughters, Mrs. W. Newell and Mrs. Eugene
Webster, of Seneca Castle, and by two sons, George Esty of Clifton
Springs, and A. B. Esty of Seneca Castle. The funeral was held
from the home at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon.
From Ontario County Journal 11 December 1891
John H. Etts, a well-known and highly esteemed citizen and
business man of this village, died at his residence on Pleasant street
yesterday, after a lingering and painful illness. Mr. Etts was born in
1841 in Middlebury, Holland. He came to this country with his parents
at the age of eight
years. In Rochester he learned the trade of tinsmith, and was early
identified with the old volunteer fire department in that city. He came
to this village in 1859 and was employed by the late Mr. Mattice. He at
once became actively interested in the local volunteer fire department
and continued his active membership until 1886, when he was compelled
to retire by failing health. He was for some time foreman of Steamer
Co. No. 1. Since his retirement from more active service, he had been
one of the fire wardens of the department. He was sergeant of Co. G,
18th N. Y. Vol. Inf., having enlisted April
20th, 1861, for two years service. He was held in most cordial esteem
by his comrades in arms, as well as by his associates in the fire
service,
and was generally respected as an upright business man and a good
citizen.
The funeral services will be held tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at
half-past
two o'clock, from the late residence of the deceased on Pleasant street.
From Ontario County Journal 8 March 1889
Miller's Corners, N. Y. - Ida Wilson Evans, wife of James
Evans, died last week after a long illness.
Her funeral was held on Thursday at 1 p.m., Rev. Mr. Sherrill of
West Bloomfield officiating.
From Ontario
County Journal 5 March 1875
Mrs. Triphena Evans died at her home, in the western part of this
town, on Monday last, having reached the extreme age of 102 years.
She came to this section when she was only 15 years old, and has
resided on the same premises 87 years.
She was a daughter of Elijah Rose, one of the first settlers in this
vicinity, who surveyed land hereabouts in its wilderness state. She has
three sisters, who are still living, aged respectively 84, 87 and 89
years.
From Ontario County Journal 29 January 1909
East Bloomfield, N. Y. - On Friday afternoon occurred the death of
Mrs. Aurelia Evarts at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs.
Frances Wheeler. Mrs. Evarts was born in this town 92 years ago. She is
survived by her granddaughter, Mrs. Wheeler; two great-grandchildren,
Mrs. Arthur Dewey of this town, and Wallace Wheeler, of Buffalo,
besides several nieces and nephews. The funeral was held on Monday
afternoon from the house, Rev. W. D. Robinson officiating. Burial was
in Evergreen Cemetery at Bristol.
From Geneva Daily Times, December 26, 1929, page 9
Word has been received in this city of the death Tuesday afternoon of
Charles P. Evered of Montgomery, Missouri. Mr. Evered was 99 years
of age and up until 1925 was an annual visitor to Syracuse and Geneva.
He has been a member of the Masonic Lodge for over 70 years. Mr. Evered
is survived by one sister, Mrs. Eleanor E. Wintzer of Syracuse and two
nieces, Mrs. Ida T. Kirk of Syracuse and Miss Ruby A. Kenfield of
Geneva. The funeral and burial was held today in Montgomery, Mo. Thanks
to Martha McGill for this contribution.
From Geneva Courier 4 July 1877
Died at Hopewell, on the morning of June 29th, Rev. Ebenezer
Everett, aged 86 years. Mr. Everett was graduated at
Dartmouth College, N. H. in 1813 and was licensed to preach the gospel
in 1815. He was for many years a member of Geneva Presbytery and
was confided in as a humble, devoted and useful minister of Christ.
From Geneva Daily Times 29 February 1908
Canandaigua, N. Y. - George Everett, a prominent resident of
Bristol, in this county, died Thursday at the age of 70 years at his
home. He came to Bristol when about 25 years of age, and had since
resided in that part of Bristol known as Ganiard Hill.
From Ontario County Journal 10 June 1910
Bristol, N. Y. - On Sunday morning another aged lifelong
resident died, Mrs. Phila Everett, who was born in Bristol in
1835. She was the eldest of a family of nine children born to Ephriam
and Mary Dunham. All but one survive her. They are: Carter of Michigan;
William, Henry, Mrs. Harrison Wood, Mrs. Daniel Taylor, Mrs. Lucina
Case, all of Bristol; and Mrs. Frank Hulbert of Shortsville. Mrs.
Everett was married in 1852 to Joseph Walker Johnson. Two children,
Albert and Nellie (Mrs. Edward Murray) were born to them. She was left
a widow in 1860 and afterward married George Everett, who died two
years ago. About a year ago she had a stroke of paralysis and had never
regained her full health since. Six grandchildren, Hale Johnson, Mrs.
Frank Nichols of Geneva; Floyd and Elsie Murry, Mrs. Irving Pestle and
Mrs. Taylor Wells of Bristol; also four great-grandchildren survive.
The funeral was held from the home of Edward Murry on Tuesday, Rev. A.
Briddon officiating; burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
From Ontario County Journal 22 April 1892
On Sunday, Parchal Everts, an old resident of Bristol,
suicided by hanging. Early that morning, he took the rope from his
blacksmith shop, and while returning to his house invite a relative,
Boswell Lusse, to pay him a call, at the same time remarking how
lonesome it was to live alone. When Lusse arrived at the house he found
the old man suspended by the neck from the baluster. He called in some
of the neighbors, who assisted in
getting Everts from his precarious position. He was still breathing,
though
very much overcome, and lived until Monday night. It is supposed that
he
became disheartened and discouraged over the recent loss of his place.
He
was nearly blind, which was considerable of a detriment to his
business.
He was seventy-two years of age and leaves four children, a brother,
Walter
Everts, and a sister, Mrs. Delia Baily. The funeral services were held
at
the Universalist church on Wednesday morning, the Rev. F. J. Orelup
officiating
clergyman.
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