"Joi" to "Jz" Obituaries


From Ontario County Journal 11 May 1877

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - At the residence of her brother, Mr. Geo. Boyce, early on Sabbath morning, Mrs. Adah Jones, aged 30 years.  She had been with us but a short time, but her kind winning ways endeared her to all with whom she associated. She possessed a beautiful christian character.  Her conversion, which occurred during the ministry of Rev. H. Van Benschoten, was one of the clearest and brightest we have ever known, and the faith which she was led to profess so triumphantly was soon to be tested by the most intense suffering.  But her faith gave her holy triumphs under the severest trials.  She often spoke of her readiness "to depart and be with Christ" and the joy found in trusting Him. Her whole sickness was characterized by the exercise of a sweet patient spirit.  Truly for her "to die is gain."  The Sabbath which dawned upon her immortal spirit was the dawn of a Sabbath whose duration is to be eternal, one whose joys will be sweetest amid the associations of "God and the Angels."


From Ontario County Journal 23 April 1880

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Mrs. Alice M. Jones died Monday, April 19th, of heart disease. She leaves a husband and two daughters to mourn her loss.


From Ontario County Journal 30 October 1885

Died, on October 24, at his home in the town of Hopewell, Amos Jones, aged 92 years, 5 months and 5 days. On Monday, the 26th inst., the sorrowing friends and mourning relatives followed to their final resting place the mortal remains of the last of that little band of pioneers, who reclaimed from the wilderness what is now known as the town of Hopewell, and caused it to bloom and blossom, and produce many and abundant harvests. By the death of Judge Amos Jones is lost the last link that connected the virgin wilderness that once covered that township with the advanced civilization of today. Eighty years ago this present season, he moved with his parents from Montgomery Co., Md., the place of his birth, onto the farm, then unimproved, which has since been his continuous home, and the scene of all his greatest joys and sorrows. On two occasions after leaving Maryland, he returned to his native State, once on horse back, and again in a wagon with his mother. On one of these journeys, from a distance he viewed the ruins made by the British soldiers in the city of Washington, during the war of 1812. As he stood and watched the smoke ascend from the burning ruins of our nation's capitol, we can easily imagine that his young heart was filled with indignation, and his love of Country made stronger. It was a great pleasure to us of the present generation to hear him relate the episodes of these journeys, and other incidents of his pioneer life.

Naturally of a robust body and healthy mind, he took readily to the hard life of the pioneer, and as improvements of civilization went on, identified himself with them, and by reason of the sound sense and energy brought into play, was considered then chief promoter in the town. From the very first he secured the confidence of his neighbors, and when but a young man was chosen as one of the road commissioners of the then town of Gorham, from which subsequently the town of Hopewell was taken. Many of the roads along which now lay fertile fields and stand beautiful dwellings, he helped survey and build through dense woods, marked only by the blazed trees. After this introduction as a public official, he held office in the gift of the people for nearly forty consecutive years. For thirty years he was one of the Justices of the Peace for the town of Hopewell, and was honored by being its Supervisor for 21 terms. Such was the confidence in his honesty, intelligence and judgment, that during the administration of Wm. H. Seward as Governor of New York, he was appointed by him Judge of Ontario county. He held that position for a term of five years, dispensing justice with an unbiased mind and with great credit to himself. Mr. Jones retained to the day of his death the respect of all who knew him. As a father, husband and friend he was all that could be expected of mortal man, as regards those attributes into which enter love and kindness. He retained his vigor of mind and interest in those about him to the very last.

The funeral services were held at the old homestead, and the remains interred in the Chapman burying ground beside those of his wife, who died long years ago. The sermon was delivered by Rev. C. E. Perkins, of Clifton Springs, in words that filled the sorrowing hearts of the mourners with hope and consolation. Seven children mourn his loss -- three sons and four daughters: Amos and Andrew of Hopewell, and John who resides at Quincy, Mich. The daughters are Mrs. Joel Hill, Mrs. John Cost, Mrs. Jefferson Whitney and Mrs. Louis Chapman, of Denver, Col.


From Geneva Gazette 6 May 1898

Amos Jones, a widower living at Hopewell, committed suicide at Phelps last Friday afternoon by taking a dose of laudanum. The deceased went into Ryan's hotel, and stopping there for a while, called for an empty glass, which the bar-tender gave him, asking him if he wished any water.  Jones answered no, stepped one side and turned something from a little vial he took from an inside pocket.  He set the bottle down, and said, "Good-bye, boys, I am going."  The bartender, seeing the label on the bottle, called the attention of Mr. Ryan to it.  Physicians worked over the man for four hours, but he died at half past four.


From Geneva Daily Times 16 August 1907

Rushville, N. Y. - Mrs. Ann Jones died yesterday morning at 7 o'clock of heart trouble. Mrs. Jones was the eldest of three daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Judge Augustus Torry, being born September 2, 1824. More than sixty years ago, she married Mr. Jones, who died soon after the marriage. Mrs. Jones was educated in Canandaigua Seminary, and taught school sixty years, nearly fifty of which in Rushville and vicinity. At the reunion of the alumni of Rushville High School last year, she gave an excellent paper of reminiscences of her long and useful life. She early identified herself with the Congregational church, and for many years taught an adult Bible class.


From Geneva Gazette 5 December 1884

Augustus Jones, an old and respected citizen of Geneva, died last Sunday at the advanced age of eighty-six years.  Mr. Jones was born at Westerloo, Albany county, October 25th 1798, where he passed his boyhood days.  Prior to coming to Geneva, he resided at Benton, Yates county, where he was a prominent man in church and public affairs having been honored with many positions of responsibility and trust by his fellow townsmen.  Twenty years ago he removed to Geneva with his family, where he had remained up to the time of his decease.  He was of a very positive temperament and was fearless in the support and defense of his convictions.  If there was any one thing which more interested him than his religion, it was his political belief which he ever stood ready to maintain and fend with convincing arguments.  He always enjoyed good health up to two months ago, and he seemed to feel from the first that that was his last illness.  His married life was always happy and eleven children, seven boys and four girls, blessed his union, of whom six boys and three girls and his beloved wife survive him.  He retained consciousness up to the last, and when death came he was fully prepared for the great change, and passed peacefully and happily away with one of Zion's hymns on his lips, "Nearer my God to Thee."  The funeral services were held on Wednesday and were largely attended.  Those at the house were of the Episcopal form, conducted by the Rev. Dr. Rankine -- at the M. E. Church fitting eulogies were delivered by Rev. T. M. House, Rev. Dr. Hibbard, Rev. Dr. Buck, and Rev. Dr. Bull. The active part of Mr. Jones' life, comprising a period of nearly fifty years, was spent in mercantile business in the towns of Middleburgh and Fulton, Schoharie county, where he will still be remembered.  His married life extended over a period of 65 years, and was one of unbroken harmony and mutual affection.


From Geneva Gazette 28 August 1891

MRS. AUGUSTUS JONES - The death of this venerable woman was announced in our last issue.  More than such brief notice is due to her memory.  Her maiden name was Charity Mattice, and she was born in Schoharie county in 1804 of good revolutionary stock.  She married in about the year 1820, and retained her residence in Schoharie until 1850, when she removed with her husband to Benton Center, Yates county.  Meantime she became the mother of twelve children, seven sons and five daughters, all but one of whom arrived at adult age.  Eight of the number still survive.  In 1855 the family removed to Geneva, where they resided until first the patriarchal sire was taken away by death, and now, five years later, the exemplary Christian mother is called home.  Both, through their long pilgrimage on earth, were devout members of the M. E. Church, and contributed liberally through its instrumentality to their Master's cause, and to the relief of poor and suffering humanity.  Her children will cherish her memory through life as a loving counselor and guide.


From Geneva Daily Times 3 June 1905

Mrs. Cecelia J. Jones, widow of the late James W. Jones, died at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon at No. 36 Grove street. The deceased was fifty-seven years of age. Nineteen months ago she had a stroke of paralysis which has now resulted in her death. She was born in Middlehope, N. Y., July 30, 1848. Upon her marriage thirty years ago she came to this city where she has since resided. Since her residence in this city, Mrs. Jones has been a member of the First Methodist church and until recent years has been active in church work. She is survived by one son, William C. Jones of the W. C. Jones Electrical Supply and Construction Company, and one daughter, Miss Lottie C. Jones, also of this city. The funeral will take place from the home of her son, No. 83 Sherrill street, Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. C. E. Jewell, pastor of the First Methodist church officiating.


From Ontario County Journal 4 August 1882

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Mr. Chas. Jones, who has been quite feeble for 2 years, is dead, aged about 75 years. Funeral took place Tuesday last.


From Geneva Daily Times 27 April 1907

Clifton Springs, N. Y. - At his late residence on Broad street in this village early yesterday morning occurred the death of Charles B. Jones, who has been a resident of this village for the past fifteen years. Mr. Jones was born in the town of Hopewell forty-two years ago, and has spent all his life in this vicinity. He has been ill for the past several with pneumonia. He was married thirteen years ago to Miss Sarah Warfield, of Clifton Springs, who with one son, survive him. He is also survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jones, and Miss Helen Jones, of Clifton Springs. Mr. Jones was a member of the Protective Hose company of Clifton Springs, and has held an office in the Knights of Pythias, of which lodge he was a member, for several years. The funeral services will be held at the home on Broad street on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 and the interment will be made in the village cemetery. Rev. L. B. Johnston will officiate.


From Geneva Daily Times 11 February 1908

Clifton Springs, N. Y. - At the residence of his brother, Richard Jones, where he died, were held the funeral services of George D. Jones on Monday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. Rev. V. A. Sage, of the Baptist church, officiated and the burial was made in the Clifton Springs Cemetery. Mr. Jones' death occurred on Saturday night last after an illness of several weeks. He was born in the town of Hopewell in the house where he died in the year 1818 and was 89 years of age. A peculiar circumstance of the time of his death is that his father died just 22 years ago, the same date and in the same house. His parents came to this state from Maryland and purchased the Jones' farm, paying for the same all in silver, and since that time the street has been known by the name of Silver street. Mr. Jones is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ida Hakes of Clifton Springs; three sons, Thomas C. Jones of Clifton Springs; Eugene Jones of Newark; and William Jones of Manchester; one brother, Richard Jones, of Clifton Springs; one sister, Mrs. Hanna of Orleans, and nine grandchildren.


From Geneva Gazette 26 May 1876

Mrs. Harriet Jones of Phelps died on the 19th inst. at the advanced age of 86 years.  Her funeral took place at the Presbyterian Church, Seneca Castle, on the 21st inst., attended by a large concourse of mourning friends.


From Geneva Daily Times 16 April 1904

Shortsville, N. Y. - Friends in this village learned with regret of the death of Mrs. Harriet H. Jones, fifty, wife of Richard Noel Jones, which occurred at her home in Canandaigua Thursday afternoon. She had been an invalid several years, but the immediate cause of death was pneumonia. Mr. and Mrs. Jones were residents of Shortsville in 1894 and 1895. One sister and three brothers survive:  Mrs. George W. Clark of Shortsville, Frederick McGough, Canandaigua, William McGough, Rochester; Joseph McGough, Travers City.


From Ontario County Journal 25 February 1881

Flint Creek, N. Y. - Mrs. Hattie Jones, daughter of Peter Fiero, was buried last Saturday. Mrs. Jones has been ill a long time, but was thought to be getting better, when a week or two since her infant daughter died, after which she sank rapidly until Wednesday of last week when she died. She was little more than twenty-one years of age, and had been married but little more than a year. She leaves a large circle of friends to mourn her loss.


From Geneva Gazette 4 February 1870

An aged couple of Shortsville, Henry W. Jones and Sophia, his wife, died within twenty-four hours of each other -- one of Thursday and the other on Friday of last week.  Mr. Jones was engaged in the manufacture of paper at the above-named place.


From Geneva Daily Times 7 June 1916

The death of Mrs. Ida Bryan Jones, aged 56, occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles H. Holliday, 87 Mill street, this morning at 11:40 o'clock. Besides Mrs. Holliday she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Dempsey Vreeland of Montezuma, and Mrs. Geo. W. Loop, Jr., of Lynbrook, L. I.; also three sons, Orville E. Bryan of Geneva, G. Edward Bryan of Seneca Castle and J. Camman Bryan of Trona, Calif.

From Geneva Daily Times 8 June 1916

The funeral of Mrs. Ida Bryan Jones, who died yesterday morning, will be held Saturday morning at 10:30 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles H. Holliday, 87 Mill street. Rev. Kenneth A. Bray will officiate and interment will be made in Whitney Cemetery, near Seneca Castle.


From Geneva Daily Times 3 June 1895

James Jones, upon whom an operation for appendicitis was performed on Saturday, an account of which appeared in the Times of that day, died at his home on Evans street, at 1 o'clock this morning.  the deceased was 23 years of age and was born in Seneca Falls.  In his early infancy his parents removed to Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.  A brother and two sisters constitute his immediate relatives, his parents being dead. The remains left Geneva on the noon train for Hamilton where interment will take place. They were accompanied by his brother and sisters, also by John F. Toole, representing the A. O. H., and Daniel Quinlan and Edward Wickham, a committee from the Iron Moulders Union, of which organizations the deceased was an active and honored member.  John Callaghan and John Shaughnessy, intimate friends accompanied the funeral party.  Two hundred members of the I. M. U. and fifty of the A. O. H., wearing suitable mourning badges, followed the remains of the deceased brother to the train.  The floral tributes were beautiful and appropriate.  The bearers were William Hitchcock, Herbert Reynolds, Geo. McLaughlin, William J. Broderick, John Riley and Frank Fitzpatrick.


From Geneva Daily Times 10 May 1907

Shortsville, N. Y. - The funeral of James Jones, a prominent resident of this town, was held from Trinity chapel this morning. Mr. Jones had been in failing health for several months yet the end came as a shock to this community. He had been in business here as a paper manufacturer for over fifty years having assumed the business while his father was engaged in it at the same location. He leaves a wife, who was Miss A. D. Haan of the family of Haan sisters, who were at one time at the the head of the famous Haan Seminary, Clifton Springs. Mr. Jones was 73 years of age, and leaves a daughter, wife of Rev. S. Blunt of Chicago, and one son, Richmond Jones of Canandaigua.


From Geneva Advertiser 5 March 1901

James N. Jones died at his home, No. 15 Avenue C off North Genesee street, last Friday afternoon, March 1st, aged 55 years.  He was a son of the late Samuel L. Jones, we believe, by adoption in very early infancy, so that he never knew any other parents than Mr. and Mrs. Jones.  His death came after a long and terrible illness, until he was wasted to almost a skeleton.  He is survived by his widow, one son, Will C. Jones, the electrician, and a daughter, Lottie Jones.  He was a member of St. Peter's Church, and as we well know, was a very generous-hearted man according to his means.  The funeral was held yesterday.


From Geneva Gazette 9 April 1886

Mrs. Joseph Jones, residing in the south part of Canandaigua, called at one of her neighbors Sunday afternoon, Apr. 4, and on her return home and when about eighty rods from her dwelling, fell and died instantly.  She had been feeling very well and to all appearance had been in usual health.


From Geneva Advertiser Gazette 10 May 1906

Last Tuesday morning, a son of Prosser Jones (my edit--Jay Prosser Jones), whose home is near Seneca Castle, while too near a spot where rock-blasting was being carried on, suffered terribly by one of the blasts. One arm was broken and almost wrenched off, an eye so badly damaged that it will have to be removed, and his face and head was bruised almost to a pulp -- a mass of blood and torn flesh. As soon as possible he was brought to the city hospital and his injuries attended to. He suffered considerable loss of blood and the shock was very great. At the time of writing this, it was not known whether or not his life could be saved. The family is one of the best known in the town of Seneca and have the sympathy of all their neighbors.

Since writing the above we have learned Mr. Jones died at the hospital before the operations were concluded. It is said that he would have lost both eyes and both hands. He was aged about 48 years and married.


From Geneva Daily Times 6 March 1907

Naples, N. Y. - Lucien B. Jones, a veteran of 63 years, was found dead near his home on Vine street Monday evening. He had gone out but a  few steps from the house, and not returning as expected, his daughter went to look for him, and soon found him dead. He was subject to heart disease, and this was evidently the cause of death. Mr. Jones's early home was in Livingston county, but much of his life had been spent here. He was an expert mechanic and builder, and also a successful market gardener. He enlisted in Company B, First New York Dragoons, and served two years. After the war he married Miss Burke of Naples, who died many years ago. He was first a member of Bingham Post, G. A. R., Naples, but of late had been connected with Tilton Post, Moscow. He leaves one son, Harry, and one daughter, Mrs. Harry Stone, both of Naples.


From Geneva Daily Times 20 November 1906

Gorham, N. Y. - The funeral of Mrs. Mark Jones, late of this town, was held at Reed's Corners Sunday afternoon, at 2 o'clock.


From Ontario County Times 19 December 1877

Margaret, wife of A. G. Jones, died very suddenly at her home in Bristol, N. Y. Friday evening, December 7th, at about 7 o'clock, of heart disease. Death ensued within thirty minutes from the time she was taken. She was engaged at her usual household duties at the time, and had no previous warning of the terrible ordeal through which she was soon to pass. The funeral services were held at the house, which was crowded with friends and neighbors who had assembled to pay the last sad tribute of respect to one whom association had taught them to love and respect as a true friend and most worthy neighbor, for such she had always been, even under the most adverse circumstances. The Rev. Mr. Chandler conducted the services in a most appropriate manner. The remains were taken to the Baptist Hill cemetery for interment. Thus was laid to rest the remains of a fond mother and loving wife. To the two daughters left without a mother's care and love may the sympathy of friends be freely extended; and to the husband who was so suddenly deprived of his companion in life, may he receive those words of consolation which is due to those thus afflicted. George W. Sharpsteen of Richmond, brother to the deceased, and wife were visiting friends in Michigan when the sad news of his sister's death reached him, and although he received the message promptly, yet through the misrepresentation of some stupid porter, he failed to attend the funeral. Deceased was fifty-six years of age at the time of her death and much loved and respected by all who knew her.


From Victor Herald 12 February 1904

Mary Louisa Eighme Jones, wife of Asa B. Jones, died at the family home on East Main street, this village, at half-past six o'clock Sunday evening, February 7th, 1904. Mrs. Jones had been ill for many weeks. Mary L. Eighme was born in Hamburg, Erie county, N. Y., May 11th, 1847. In 1869, at Knowsville, N. Y., she married Asa B. Jones, and shortly after they came to this town where they have resided for thirty-three years. Two children were born to them, both of whom died some years since. Mrs. Jones was a woman of rare tact and kindliness, one who performed well whatever duties she undertook, who made friends easily and retained them. She was a devoted member of the Presbyterian church in the many activities of which she took a deep interest. Besides her husband, there survive of Mrs. Jones immediate family, one sister, Mrs. Charlotte Mann of Rochester, and two brothers, George H. and Charles J., also of Rochester. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon from the house, Rev. F. W. Hill of the Presbyterian church, and Rev. Miss Brennen of the Universalist church, officiating. The bearers were F. G. Snooks, W. D. Newton, C. A. Rugg and R. W. Brace. Interment was in the family plot in the Village cemetery.


From Geneva Daily Times 21 February 1907

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Word came from Bristol today of the funeral in that place of Miss Olive Jones, aged about 92 years, who died at her home there, on Monday. She was a lifelong resident of the town, her parents being pioneers and she was widely known and beloved. The only survivor is one sister, Mrs. Nancy Phillips. The funeral was conducted by Rev. L. D. Boynton, and the interment was at Evergreen Cemetery.


From Geneva Daily Times 30 December 1904

Phelps, N. Y. - The remains of Mrs. Rhoda Jones, who died at the home of her son-in-law, E. D. Ranney, at Hopewell Center, Wednesday, were brought here for burial today. Mrs. Jones was eighty-five years of age and is survived by one son, William Jones of Owasso, Mich., and a number of grandchildren. She has been a resident of this town for many years.


From Ontario County Chronicle 10 April 1901

Rushville, N. Y. - The funeral of Mrs. S. J. Jones was held from her late residence Saturday at 2 o'clock. The large attendance of friends and relatives showed with what love and respect she was regarded by them. The funeral was conducted by Rev. W. S. H. Hermans. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, Helen Jones and Mrs. W. A. Carson, both of this place, and a son, Wilson J. Jones of Bath. She will be missed by her many friends, especially those of the M. E. church, where she has long been an active worker.


From Ontario County Journal 11 May 1883

Bristol, N. Y. - The funeral of Mr. Walker Jones was held here last Thursday. He had been a long resident of this town and was respected by all who knew him.


From Ontario County Journal 16 June 1876

Died, at the residence of Isaac Hall, about two miles south and west of Cheshire, Rev. William Jones, aged 87 years. We remember hearing him preach when we were a small boy.  He belonged to the Methodist society, and was a man highly respected for his honesty and integrity, and for his christian examples and teachings.  For the last few years he has been confined to the house, living with his daughter, Mrs. Isaac Hall.  His funeral took place June 13th, at 2 o'clock p.m. at the Union church, Cheshire.


From Geneva Daily Times 28 March 1908

Canandaigua, N. Y. - John Jopson, a farmer of Centerfield, a small place about four miles west of here, was found hanging dead in a shed at the home of his father about 1:30 o'clock yesterday afternoon. He was a married man, about 45 years of age. Jopson told his wife yesterday morning that he was going to the woods to cut some wood, and set out. When he had not returned at 1 o'clock his wife became alarmed, and went to his father's home nearby, to inquire for him. He was not there, so a search was made for him. He was found in an open shed near the barn. For some time, Jopson and his father, Mark Jopson, had been talking of the matter of working the elder man's farm, but had reached no conclusion. This worried the younger man, making him very nervous, and it is believed to have been the cause of his taking his life. The shock has caused the father to lose his reason, and it is feared that he will not live long. The deceased leaves, besides his wife, three brothers and two sisters. He had no children.


From Ontario County Chronicle 20 November 1901

Mrs. Luke Jopson, of Bristol Center, was found dead Friday morning by the side of the highway, a short distance from the house. About 10 o'clock Thursday night, she started for the home of a neighbor near by. Marks in the wet ground showed that she had fallen in the highway and dragged herself to the side of the road, where she died. She was 60 years of age. Coroner O. J. Hallenbeck, of Canandaigua, was summoned and pronounced her death the result of an attack of heart disease.


From Ontario County Times 21 April 1875

Benjamin Jordan, of Geneva, died on the 25th of March, at the age of ninety-two years and three months. The deceased was an uncle of Hon. Ambrose L. VanDusen, of Phelps, and his sister, the mother of Mr. Van Dusen, is still living at the remarkable age of ninety-four years.


From Geneva Daily Times 22 March 1897

Mrs. Bridget Jordan, aged 80 years, died at noon today at her residence, corner Middle and Wadsworth street. Her death was the result of old age, she having been ailing for the past year. She is survived by three children, all residents of this city, John and Patrick and Mrs. Michael Murphy. Mrs. Jordan has resided in Geneva for about 58 years during which time she commanded the respect of every one. She was a faithful mother and lived a life of good deeds and charitable example. The funeral will take place Thursday morning from St. Francis de Sales church.


From Ontario County Journal 20 July 1894

Naples has lost another excellent woman in the person of Mrs. Ella Jordan, wife of John Jordan. She died on Wednesday, of paralysis, at the age of 53 years and 10 months. Mrs. Jordan was thoughtful and earnest, with a love for the right and a determined purpose to oppose wrong. She was active in church and in all ways to build up the truth and to make people happier and better. In her younger days she was a teacher, and had always kept pace with the growth of thought and the facilities for imparting instruction. She had no children, and her husband, who is not well, is left in deep affliction. Funeral obsequies will be observed at 1:45 this afternoon at the house on Elizabeth street.


From Geneva Daily Times 23 September 1904

Mrs. Sarah Jordan, mother of Director Whitman H. Jordan of the New York State Agricultural Experiment station, died at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon at Dr. Jordan's home. Although the deceased had been in feeble health for some time, she had not been seriously until the last few days, when a general breaking up of her system occurred. Mrs. Jordan was of the ripe old age of ninety-five years, having been born in 1809, at Raymond, Me. She came to this city with her son when he became director of the local institution in July, 1894. The deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Josephine H. Foss, and her son, Whitman H. Jordan. She is also survived by one granddaughter, who is the wife of Professor D. C. Jackson, of the University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis. The funeral services will take place Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock from Dr. Jordan's house. After the funeral, the body will be taken to New Gloucester, Me., for interment.


From Geneva Daily Times 17 November 1906

Clifton Springs, N. Y. - Mrs. Almira E. Joselin died Thursday afternoon after an illness of one week, though she had been in poor health for some years. She was 65 years of age and had been a resident of this village only one year. She leaves one son, Edward; two grandchildren, and one sister, Mrs. F. Hunt of this village.


From Geneva Gazette 27 September 1889

Sad Case of Suicide - Calvin L. Judd, a well-known employee of the Clifton Springs Sanitarium, committed suicide by hanging himself at the residence of his brother, Erastus, at East Saginaw, Mich., on the 20th inst.  The particulars are given as follows:

About ten days ago he left for his brother's home in the West for the benefit of his health.  For a few days he seemed better.  Friday afternoon the family missed him but supposed he had gone down town.  As he failed to appear, search was made and the body was found hanging in the barn.  Life had already fled.  He was 68 years of age and had been subject to mental depression for about six years.  Several times during the summer he had expressed fears to his family that he might become deranged and attempt his life.  All this goes to show that the act was committed while he was irresponsible.  Mr. Judd had been in the employ of the Sanitarium Company for twenty-five years.

The deceased was the oldest son of the late Thomas Judd of Geneva, a well known mason, contractor and builder, who at one time owned and lived on the farm now the property and home of Mr. Wm. Wright on the Castle road.  He was one of several brothers, the others being as we remember them, Erastus, Otis G., Wm. A. and Levi J., all living except the last-named and the unfortunate suicide.  C. L. took the job some 25 or 30 years ago of enlarging the Sanitarium, and the favorable acquaintance and impression then made with and upon Dr. Foster led to his engagement in a permanent capacity at the Sanitarium.  He was found equal and faithful to every duty imposed upon him.  That institution, its managers and guests, will greatly feel the loss of his valued services.  His body was brought east and funeral held last Wednesday in his late residence in Clifton Springs.


From Geneva Daily Times 26 March 1909

Shortsville, N. Y. - One of the oldest and most highly respected residents of this village, Edward Ansel Judd, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Robert B. Peck, of Booth street, Wednesday afternoon. He was ill for three weeks and death was caused by pneumonia. For the past seven years the deceased made his home in this village. December 12, 1859, he was married to Miss Cornelia Yates, of Chittenango, whom he survived by only a few years. He leaves one son, Fred Judd of New York; one daughter, Mrs. Robert B. Peck of this village, and four sisters, Mrs. Ruth Campbell and Mrs. Helen Wallace of Independence, Ia., and Mrs. A. J. French and Mrs. Frank Van Antwerp of Oneida, N. Y.


From Geneva Daily Times 3 March 1905

Shortsville, N. Y. - Mrs. Edward A. Judd, 72 years old, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Robert B. Peck, in this village last evening. She had been ill for three years with paralysis. The deceased was formerly Miss Cornelia Yates of Chittenango and had lived in this village for about three years. She is survived by her husband, Edward A. Judd; one daughter, Mrs. Peck of this village; one son, Fred Judd of New York; two brothers, John G. and William Yates of Rochester, Mich., one sister, Mrs. John H. Walrath of Chittenango. A short prayer service will be held over the remains tomorrow afternoon at 5 o'clock. Burial will be at Chittenango.


From Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester, Monroe Co. NY, 22 May 1899

Death of Erastus T. Judd, Former Geneva Resident

Word has just been received in Geneva of the death of a former old and well known resident of the place which occurred last week at Saginaw, Michigan in the demise of Erastus T. Judd. Deceased was born in Geneva May 31, 1822, his father, Levi Judd, being of Scotch-Irish extraction. He received his education in Geneva and at the age of 23 became a building contractor. He afterwards went to Canada and took up contracting for the Great Western railroad, then went to Michigan and engaged in the same business, supplying wood for the Detroit & Grand Haven road. In the fall of 1864 he went to Saginaw, where he organized the First National Bank of that place. He remained in the banking and building business until a few years ago. He leaves a widow and two sons.

Thanks to Karen Dau for this contribution.


From Ontario County Journal 25 September 1885

Died, in South Bristol, September 16, Freeman W. Judd, aged 50 years. He was the son of Freeman Judd, Jr., and grandson of Rev. Freeman Judd, of Northeast, Erie Co. Pa. His mother, Mrs. Judd, married for her second husband, Mr. Sebastian Berner, and came to South Bristol in 1858, where he has resided since. His life has been one of truthfulness and virtue, and his memory was always exceedingly correct, even to the most intricate details. But he has gone to the great and holy Giver to join those awaiting him on the other shore, where there is rest forevermore.


From Geneva Gazette 3 April 1847

Sudden Death - Mr. Lev Judd, an old and respected resident of this town, dropped down in the road, near his house about three miles from the village, on Wednesday last, and expired instantly.  He had just left his house to go to that of one of his neighbors.  A post mortem examination of the body was held on Thursday, and it was ascertained that his death was caused by disease of the brain.


From Geneva Daily Times 13 July 1896

Mrs. Margaret Judd died of dropsy last evening at 7 o'clock at her home on Center street. The deceased was 53 years old and was a resident of this village for thirty years. The funeral services will be held tomorrow at 9 o'clock at St. Francis de Sales church. Interment will be made at St. Patrick's cemetery. Three daughters and one son survive her, Mrs. James Chapman and Miss Ella of Geneva, Miss Margaret of Rochester, and Martin of Geneva.


From Geneva Gazette 9 May 1873

FOUND AT LAST ! - The body of Patrick Judd was found in the slip between the Steamboat and Dakin's docks yesterday forenoon.  He has been missing since the night of the fatal railroad accident at Marsh Creek bridge.  He was last seen going down the tow-path to the scene of such accident.  It has been surmised that he straggled too near the water's edge and fell into the canal.  Repeated and diligent search has been made to find the body, without success, until it was brought to the surface and to notice yesterday by the motion of the steamer's wheels as she was about leaving her dock. Coroner Covert was notified immediately, who took charge of the body and held an inquest.  All the personal effects, including a little money, which the ill-starred man had on his person when he met his sad fate were found on the body. Having lain in the water so long - nearly six weeks - of course the features were much changed; but by a scar under one eye and by his clothing, he was readily identified. A verdict of accidental drowning was rendered.  The remains were interred yesterday afternoon.


From Geneva Courier 18 June 1862

 Mr. Joseph June, an old and respected citizen of Phelps, committed suicide, on Thursday morning last.  He has been for some time subject to fits of mental derangement, and has been in the Asylum at Canandaigua.

From Geneva Gazette 20 June 1862

We are deeply pained to announce the sudden demise of Joseph June, he having committed suicide last Thursday morning. He has subject to spells of mental ,aberration and a few weeks ago tried to take his life by hanging, but was discovered and cut down in time to frustrate his design.  Since then, he has been to the Asylum for Insane at Canandaigua, but appearing of sound mind was sent home.

Thursday morning he left home about or a little before five o'clock, and was seen to go into his store about half an hour later. Mr. June not coming home to breakfast, his wife became alarmed, and got Mr. Hubbell to go and find out what had become of him.  Mr. Hubbell proceeded to the store and found the door fastened, but found the key was in the lock on the inside. However, accompanied by Messrs. A. Bounds and J. H. Brown, he gained ingress by a side entrance, and not finding Mr. June in the store, commenced searching for him.  He was finally found by Mr. Bounds in an upper room, hung by the neck and dead ! He had fastened a rope to a beam overhead, got upon a stool, fastened the rope to his neck, and kicked the stool from under him.  When discovered his feet were about nine inches from the floor, and one of his hands was grasping the rope by the side of his neck, as if he had tried to save himself from the struggles of death.  Quite a number of persons gathered in the room, and about half-past seven his body was cut down by Dr. E. G. Carpenter and Mr. Charles Wormley.

Mr. June was an old and respected citizen, and leaves a wife and a large circle of friends to mourn his untimely death.  Phelps Star

From Geneva Courier 2 April 1879

Mrs. Jupiter, an aged colored woman, and long a resident of Geneva, died on Sunday last, aged 83 years.  She was born in New Jersey, and for over fifty years has lived in Geneva.  During the time she has been a member of the Baptist church, to which she was strongly attached.  Mrs. Jupiter was a woman of unusual intelligence, good character, and was universally liked.  She had worked for many of our citizens, and was held in high esteem by all whom she met.  She left a daughter, Mrs. Foster.  The funeral took place from the Baptist church on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Dr. Moore officiating.


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