J. T. DRUMMOND
J. Thomas Drummond was born in Tennessee, July 18, 1845, and died at his home in Warren, Ark.,
Dec. 16, 1909. He was married to Mary E. McClain, July 26, 1866, and together they lived in
peace and love for over forty years. To them were born seven children of whom only one is now
living. He served through the Civil War as Confederate soldier, entered the service when a
boy of sixteen. He was a Methodist, having united with the church in early life. Papa is with
us no more. Yet he speaketh by the example of the beautiful and noble life he lived before us.
No home was ever made sadder by the loss of its leader than ours for truly he did rule well
his own household, and no wa (sic) place is made vacant which never can be filled. To give
him up seemed almost more than mama and I could bear, yet we try to say, "Lord thy will be
done." To mama he was ever faithful and true, and to me he was a good father, indeed no girl
ever had a better one. I am thankful for his life, thankful that I bear his name, and pray
God to help me keep it spotless.
April 28, 1910 page 13 col 2 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper (Oakland Cem. Warren)
CORDELIA HERRING
Mrs. Cordelia Herring, died in Johnsville, Ark., May 13, aged 63 years. Mrs. Herring was
born in Kentucky in the year 1827. Her maiden name was Cordelia Gehen; was married in
Tipton Co., Tenn., in 1849, to W.S. Herring and moved to Union Co., Ark., in the year 1871,
when the family moved to Arkansas Co., where Mr. Herring died. After the death of her
husband, Mrs. H., with her family moved to Bradley Co., where they resided, first at Moro
Bay, and lately at Johnsville. Mrs. Herring had been for a long time suffering from a
dropsical affection and which was the cause of her death. During the latter part of her
sickness her sufferings were extreme, which she born with Christian fortitude. Kind hands
ministered to her wants during her protracted illness, and the unremitting care and
attention of a devoted daughter, to the last moment, alleviated the sufferings of the
dying mother. Her faith in a blessed immortality was often expressed in words, and she
was fully prepared and ready to go at the bidding of the Master. A few days before her
death the writer bid her an earthly farewell, and as we stood by her side, and clasped
her thin hand, for the last time, we could not but notice the calm resignation in her
face, and the quiet farewell for the present only, testifying to her unbounded faith in
a blessed immortality, and a joyous meeting in the bright her after. Her last words were
Lord take me: and she passed away, like into a sweet sleep, without a struggle. Those who
knew her best loved her most. As a wife, mother, her devotion to her family was intense;
as a friend and neighbor, her many friends in localities where she resided testify to her
sterling qualities. As a Christian, the Church of which she was a consistent and upright
member, loses one of its most exemplary members. She was consecrated to God and her Church.
To the bereaved family we can only say, be resigned, for the separation will be very short.
To you she has left the richest of legacies, the influence of an exemplary Christian life,
and a peaceful triumphant death. Peace to her memory.
June 11, 1890 page 7 col 2 & 3 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper (Calvary Presbyterian, Johnsville)
HORACE HICKMAN
Died of pneumonia near Pine Bluff, Ark., December 28, 1890, Horace, infant son of John
and Alice Hickman.
January 14, 1891 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper (Marsden Cem. Bradley Co.)
R. N. KOONCE
Died, at his home in Warren, Ark., June 6, 1899, R. N. Koonce, at
the age of seventy years. He was a native of Tennessee, but came
to this country in 1857, and settled in Warren, where he has
continued to live for over 40 years. He was an earnest, upright
Christian, and had been from the days of his youth; joined the
Methodist Church before he came to this country, and ever remained
within its pales a consistent member. He was a regular attendant
at church and prayer-meeting, and now we will miss him there. He
believed Methodism to be Christianity in great earnest, and he
was very solicitous for the welfare of his church. He thought
every member should take his church paper, and the Arkansas
Methodist and Christian Advocate were constant and welcome
visitors to his home. He was father of eleven children, four
of whom had preceded him to the better land. He leaves his
wife and seven children-three boys and four girls, and several
grandchildren who mourn their loss. He has educated his children
and trained them in the right way, and as a result they are
prepared for useful and honorable positions, and will "rise up
to call him blessed." He has fought a good fight, has kept the
faith, and has gained that inheritance that will never fade away.
To the bereaved family we would say, let us bow in submission to
him who doeth all things well.
August 2, 1899 page 15 col 2 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper (Oakland Cem. Warren)
RAY HICKMAN
Ray Hickman, son of Jno. M. and Alice Hickman, died September 31, 1915, in his eleventh
year. Ray was as bright a boy as the writer ever knew. Some have said not a more apt
scholar in the county. Surely "death loves a shining mark." He lingered a few days seemingly
unwell, congestion seized him and suddenly, almost before the family knew it, his precious
life winged its way from its earthly casket. He left parents, a sister, four brothers, one
of whom is a twin brother, who sadly misses his cheerful life. Gone! Yes, gone from Marsden
School, church and playmates, but living, ever living in the memory sadly sweet. In the
family lot in Marsden cemetery is a mound of clay underneath which is the mortality of Ray,
beyond earthly vision, beyond time lives, will ever live, the pure spirit of this noble boy.
We sorrow not as those who have no hope. We will meet again. May our Lord comfort saddened
hearts.
November 4, 1915 page 16 col 3 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper (Marsden Cem. Bradley Co.)
DAVID MELLARD HOWSEN
David Mellard Howsen, son of D.H. and Lillie Howsen, was born September 22, 1900: died
November 4, 1901, near Warren, Ark. The brief life of little David gave much joy and
sunshine to that Christian home, from which he was taken so young. He was a bright little
boy, the pride of all the hearts at home. But while we share greatly in this loss, and
heartily sympathize with the bereaved ones, we are glad to say that all his father's
house are seeking to gain an inheritance with him in the bright, happy world above.
January 22, 1902 page 15 col 3 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper (Ebenezer Cem. Bradley Co)
MARY ELIZABETH DRUMMOND
Mary Elizabeth Drummond was born in Alabama Feb. 17, 1844, and died at her home in Warren, Ark.,
September 17, 1928. She was married to J. T. Drummond in July, 1866, and together they lived in
love and peace over forty years. To them were born seven children but in sorrow they gave them
all up save one, a daughter. She was among the early settlers of Bradley county, having moved
here with her parents, the McClains, when she was a young girl, remained a loyal member over
sixty years. She was thoughtful of the needy, and ready to help in all good causes. Mother's
was the child-like, simple faith that did not shrink although trials and long suffering years
came. She was often heard to sing the old lines: "Why would we at our lots complain, we are
very much to blame." I feel my orphanage keenly. No girl had a better mother than I. She loved
me before I knew what love was, and taught me the right before I knew what was wrong. I am
thankful for her long beautiful Christian life, the many noble lessons she taught me, and
the abiding influence she has left. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. A. R. Burnett of
Warren, Ark., and two sisters, Mrs. A. J. Morgan of near Ingots, Ark., and Mrs. H. W. Easterling
of Crossett, and a host of friends and other relatives. She was buried in Oakland Cem. at Warren,
with funeral services by her faithful pastor, Brother E. C. Rule.
April 4, 1929 page 15 col 4 and page 16 col 1 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper (Oakland Cem.)
MARY J. HOWSEN
Mary J. Howsen (nee Ruffin) was born in Bradley Co., Ark., March 31, 1869. She was
married to D.H. Howsen January 14, 1886. She was converted in Mississippi three years
ago and joined the M.E. Church, South, of which she lived a faithful member until her
death, which occurred at her home in Bradley Co., Ark., Feb. 19, 1892. She leaves a
husband and three children to mourn her departure. She assured her husband and friends,
that though she might be separated from them for a little while, yet she would abide
in heaven to await their coming and urged her husband to meet her there. So pass the
cold dead into the realms of the blest.
March 31, 1892 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper (Ebenezer Cem. Bradley Co)
HOWELL A. HOYLE
Mrs. Howell A. Hoyle (nee Tindall) was born in Dallas Co., Ark., Sept. 27, 1856;
married to Dr. C.L. Hoyle Feb. 8, 1877, and died at her home near Lanark, Ark.,
Nov. 21, 1892. Sister Hoyle was converted and joined the M.E. Church, South, in
1878 under the ministry of Rev. J.R. Sherwood. Hers was no empty profession, but
a rich Christian experience that manifested itself in her every day life. I had
been her pastor for two years and in my visits to her home I always found a hearty
welcome and was often made to think of my own dear sainted mother. Sister Hoyle
had been a sufferer for twelve years, but she never murmured, never became impatient,
but endured her affliction as a true Christian, who was ready not only to do but
also to suffer the will of God. For four or five months before the end came she
was confined to her bed, and all that loving hearts and willing hands could do
to give relief and prolong life, was done for her. I visited her several times
during her last illness, prayed with her and did what I could to give comfort.
For a long time the thought of leaving her husband and children gave her much
anxiety and she greatly desired to stay with them, but as the time drew near she
committed her death, professed an unshaken faith in the power and unwillingness
of God to save. She said her way was clear and requested all the family to meet
her in heaven. She now became anxious to depart and be with Christ, and as the old
ship touched the mundane shore a heavenly smile lit up her countenance and she
stepped on board and was lost to earth, but saved in heaven. To the husband and
three boys we extend our sympathies and prayers. May they all at last meet her
in the world of eternal life.
January 19, 1893 page 7 col 1 & 2 - The Arkansas Methodist Newspaper
FRANCIS FRANKLIN HUDGINS
Francis E. Franklin Hudgins was born Jan. 6, 1847, in Bradley County, Ark. She
was married to John A. Hudgins Sept. 6, 1866. To them were born six children and
but two are still living, Mrs. J.B. Pierce of Pine Bluff, and John A. Hudgins of
Wabbaseka, Ark. She was first a member of the Presbyterian church for some years,
but joined the M.E. Church, South in 1896 under the ministry of Rev. W.J. Harrell.
She was loyal and true to every interest of the church. She loved the church as
but few do. It was her joy to labor for its advancement. Always ready to do what
she was called on to do and often more than her strength could endure. She was a
frail, sickly woman, but at the time of her death she was Sunday School
Superintendent, president of the Woman's Home Missionary Society and had acted
as collector in place of a steward the last few months. She was liberal with her
means for every good cause, as well as she was with her time and talents. I never
saw anyone who was more ready to sacrifice for the church. I shall never forget
the help she was to me. The devotion she showed for her church and the pathetic
prayers she uttered for her loved ones and the community where she lived. Her
death was rather sudden. Congestion did its work quickly. She died at her home
in Sherrill, Dec. 9, 1902. The large number of sorrowing ones who attended her
burial was evidence of her worth. May the son and daughter meet their mother in
the good world. She will be waiting for you.
