Herkimer County, NY Deaths
from
Universalist Sources
1823-1878
Compiled by Karen E. Dau
Part 2, Surnames F - N
Readers need to be aware that a given date may represent either a death or a funeral, and it may not be possible to
determine which event is indicated. All sources are from NY state. Information in brackets [ ] has been supplied by
the contributor to assist in research. Abstracted and contributed by Karen E. Dau of Rochester, NY, Archivist of the New York State Convention of Universalists.
FARMER. In Herkimer on the 12th inst., ___ Farmer. Wife of Joshua Farmer Esq. (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 17 Jan 1824)
FARMER. In Herkimer on the 15th inst., ___ Farmer. Infant son of John Farmer Esq. (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 28 Feb 1824)
FARMER. In Middleville on 30 Dec 1840, Mrs. Aristeen Farmer, age 34 years and 5 months. Wife of Ira Farmer. Funeral 1st inst. by Rev. [Dolphus] Skinner. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 22 Jan 1841)
FARMER. In Herkimer on 6 Jun, John Farmer, age 80. An early pioneer. Funeral 8th by C. C. G. [probably Rev. C. C. Gordon of Utica]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 19 Jun 1858)
FARMER. In Middleville on the 14th inst. of consumption, Lucy Farmer, age 28. Second wife of Ira Farmer. His first wife died less than 3 years earlier. Funeral 16th by Rev. Alfred Day. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 29 Sep 1843)
FARMER. In Middleville on 16 Feb, Nancy M. Farmer, age 26 years and 28 days. Wife of Samuel Farmer and mother of 3 little children. Funeral 18th in the Union church. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 11 Mar 1854)
FARMER. At Little Falls on the 19th inst., Relief Farmer, age 62. Wife of the late Simon Farmer. (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 25 Sep 1824)
FENNER. In Newport on 2 Sep, Mrs. Sarah Fenner, age 86. Survived by a large family of chlldren. Funeral 4th in the Universalist church at Newport by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 12 Nov 1847)
FENNER. In Fairfield on the 21st ult., Stephen Fenner, age 73. (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 8 Nov 1823)
FERGUSON. In Frankfort on 1 Jun of diphtheria, Ada Frances Ferguson, age 6 years and 4 months. Youngest daughter of Amos S. and Eliza A. Ferguson. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 15 Jun 1861)
FERGUSON. In Frankfort on 9 Jun of diphtheria, Franklin M. Ferguson, age 7 years and 8 months. Only son of James D. and Elizabeth M. Ferguson. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 29 Jun 1861)
FISHBECK. In Mohawk on 16 Sep, Emma C. Fishbeck, age 3 years and 6 months. Funeral by B. B. H. [Rev. Benjamin B. Hallock]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 4 Oct 1856)
FLAGG. In Frankfort on 6 Jul, Miss Sophia Flagg. "Afflicted with a bodily infirmity from a child, she had learned to set her affections on things above..." Funeral 7th in the Universalist church by Rev. B. B. H. [Benjamin B. Hallock]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 17 Jul 1852)
FORD. Killed in the battle near Fredericksburg, Virginia on the 3rd ult., Lt. Frederick E. Ford, age 20. Son of Albert G. Ford of Eatonville, Herkimer Co. Enlisted as a private in the 121st Reg. NYSV the previous summer and was successively promoted up to Lieutenant. Funeral sermon 7th inst. in the Universalist church at Eatonville by Rev. D[olphus] Skinner [of Oneida Co.]. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 27 Jun 1863)
FORD. In Middleville on 28 Oct of diphtheria, Helen P. Ford, age 4 years, 5 months and 9 days. Daughter of Albigence W. and Irene M. Ford. (Christian Leader, Utica, 21 Nov 1874)
FORD. In Middleville on the 23rd ult., Lavina Ford, age 24. Wife of Addis D. Ford and mother of two. A Universalist. Funeral 25th by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 6 Nov 1846)
FORD. In Middleville on 22 Jul, Reba L. Ford, age 1 year, 6 months and 20 days. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 10 Aug 1867)
FORD. In Norway, Walton G. Ford, age 23. Survived by 4 sisters. Burial at Salisbury Corners; funeral in the Union church there by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 18 Oct 1851)
FORTUNE. In Newport on 11 Jul of consumption, William V. Fortune, age 35. Survived by his wife, 7 children, parents, an only sister. Funeral in the Universalist church at Newport by Rev. T[heodore] D. Cook. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 11 Aug 1866)
FOSTER. In Newport on 20 Jul, David Foster, age 77. Funeral in the Universalist church by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 1 Sep 1848)
FOSTER. In Middleville, Elijah Foster, age 73. A Universalist. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 17 Dec 1868)
FOX. In Warren on 20 Mar, Charles Fox, age 75 years and 10 months. A native of Cornwall, Litchfield Co., Connecticut. A resident of Warren for about 50 years. Survived by his wife, grandchildren, 2 sons: Joseph Fox of Richfield, [Otsego Co.], and Dr. Charles Fox of Louisville, Otsego Co., who had been a student at Clinton [the Clinton Liberal Institute, a Universalist school] 25 years earlier. Funeral in the Methodist church. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 9 Apr 1859)
FOX. In Warren on "1 December last," Charles Norman Fox, age 17. Eldest son of Joseph and Bianca Fox. Had attended services at the Universalist Society in Richfield Springs as a little boy. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 17 May 1850)
FOX. In Warren on 11 May, Hannah Fox, age 63. Wife of Charles Fox and a mother. Funeral by Rev. J[ames] H. Tuttle at her previous request. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 31 May 1844)
FOX. In Cedarville on 26 Apr, Helen Josephine Fox, age 12. "She was sick for a year, during the most of which time she was blind." Funeral by Rev. B[enjamin] B. Hallock. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 13 May 1854)
FOX. In Herkimer on the 18th inst., Jabez Fox, Esq., age 35, "clerk of this county." (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 22 Jun 1825)
FOX. In Ohio on 19 Jul of consumption, William Fox, age 21. Funeral by Rev. J. G. McAdam. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 17 Aug 1838)
FREEMAN. In Mohawk on 22 Apr, Mrs. Elizabeth Freeman, age 42. The obituary mentions that "she was lame from childhood, and for years in feeble health." Funeral 24th in the Mohawk Valley Universalist church by Rev. B[enjamin] B. Hallock. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 6 May 1854)
FREEMAN. In Mohawk on 10 Sep, John Freeman, age 37. Survived by his wife and 5 children. Funeral 12th in the Mohawk Valley Universalist church by Rev. B[enjamin] B. Hallock. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 2 Oct 1852)
FULLER. In Fairfield on the 2nd ult., while visiting her son, Amy Fuller, age 87. Predeceased by her husband. A native of East Haven, Connecticut; a Presbyterian. Funeral 4th by Rev. Finney, Presbyterian; interment in Fairfield. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 5 Sep 1835)
FURMAN. In German Flatts on 14 Sep of dysentery, Margaret Furman, age 13 years, 4 months and 19 days. Youngest daughter of James Furman Esq. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 15 Oct 1853)
FURMAN. In Mohawk on the 22nd ult. of consumption, Sophronia Furman, age 19. Wife of Harvey Furman and mother of an infant about 3 months old. Funeral in the Dutch Reformed church by D. S. [Rev. Dolphus Skinner, Universalist, of Oneida Co.] at her previous request. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 1 Aug 1845)
GAGE. In Litchfield on 2 Nov, Mrs. M. Gage, age 64. Wife of James Gage Esq. Funeral 4th in the Universalist meeting house by Rev. A[aron] B. Grosh [of Utica]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 11 Dec 1840)
GARDNER. In Warren at her residence on 17 Mar of cancer, Mrs. Phebe Gardner, age 48. Wife of Alexander Gardner. Funeral 20th in the Baptist church at Jordanville by Rev. J[ames] H. Tuttle, who wrote the obituary. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 30 Apr 1847)
GATES. In Herkimer on 5 Feb, Mrs. ___ Gates, age 56. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 29 Mar 1851)
GAY. At Little Falls on 18 Jul, Melvina "Mella" Gay, age 12. The youngest child in her family. Survived by parents and sisters. Funeral in the Methodist church, "which was kindly opened for the occasion," by Rev. B[enjamin] S. Hobbs. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 20 Aug 1853)
GILBERT. In West Schuyler on 18 Oct, Malinda Virginia Gilbert, age 8 months and 14 days. Daughter of Nelson and Abina Gilbert. (Evangelical Magazine & Gospel Advocate, Utica, 29 Dec 1848)
GILBERT. In Boonville [Oneida Co. on 4 Dec 1863, Thankful Gilbert, age 71. Wife of Eli Gilbert for almost half a century and mother of a large family. Formerly of Schuyler. Funeral 8th in the Methodist church by Rev. T. D. C. [Theodore D. Cook]. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 30 Jan 1864)
GOLDEN. At Little Falls on the 12 Jan, Abraham Golden, age 79. Funeral Sat the 14th by Rev. D[olphus] Skinner; Masonic interment. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 28 Jan and 31 Mar 1860)
GOLDEN. At Little Falls on the 19th ult., Almira Golden, age 37. Wife of John Golden and mother of five. A long time believer in Universalism. Funeral by Rev. H. Belding. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 12 Oct 1838)
GOLDEN. At Little Falls on the 19th inst. of consumption, Derinda Golden, age 55. Funeral by G. W. S. [Rev. George W. Skinner]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 1 Sep 1855)
GOLDEN. At Little Falls on 13 Jan, John Golden, age 77 years, 10 months and 22 days. (Christian Leader, Utica, 30 Jan 1875)
GOLDEN. In Mohawk on 28 Apr, Nancy Golden, age 61. Wife of Benjamin Golden. Funeral in the Universalist church by L. C. B. [Rev. Lewis C. Browne]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 11 May 1861)
GOODALE. In Litchfield on 13 Oct, Ebenezer Goodale, age 83. Died of a broken neck occasioned by a fall from a wagon. Had gone to Herkimer that day to attend court as a witness. A Universalist and an early settler. Funeral 15th in the Universalist church near his home by D. S. [Rev. Dolphus Skinner of Oneida Co.]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 25 Oct 1856)
GOODELL. In Litchfield on 20 Jul, George H. Goodell, age 41. Survived by his wife, 3 small children, and parents. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 12 Aug 1854)
GORTON. In Poland on 1 May, John Gorton, age 68 years, 11 months and 11 days. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 4 Jul 1863)
GRAVES. In Russia on 16 May, Elijah Graves, age 86. A Rev. War soldier. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 9 Jul 1836)
GRAVES. In Herkimer on the 6th inst., Ezra Graves, age 3 years, 8 months and 5 days. Son of Hon. Ezra and Maria Graves. Funeral 8th at the home by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate", Utica, 22 Sep 1848)
GRAVES. In Herkimer on the 8th inst., Ezra C. Graves, age 13 ½ months. Only son of Ezra Graves. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 23 Jan 1836)
GRAVES. In Russia on 25 Feb, George Graves, an infant son. Funeral in the Cold Brook Church by G. W. S. [Rev. George W. Skinner, Universalist]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 22 May 1858)
GRAVES. In Russia on 26 Sep, Henry Clay Graves, age 16 years, 6 months and 19 days. Eldest son of Wm. G. and Elizabeth T. Graves. Funeral 28th in the Universalist church at Gravesville by Rev. W. G. Anderson. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 12 Oct 1861)
GRAVES. In Gravesville, Jessie Graves, age 12. Only daughter of Solomon T. and Margaret Graves. Survived by 3 brothers. Funeral "12th" by T. D. C. [Rev. Theodore D. Cook of Utica, Oneida Co.]. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 13 Jun 1868)
GRAVES. In Gravesville, [town of] Russia on 16 Feb of consumption, John Graves, Esq., age 76. Father of the Hon. Ezra Graves of Herkimer. A resident of Herkimer Co. for 60 years. A member of the Universalist society at Gravesville. Also survived by his wife, another son, several grandchildren. Funeral 19th in the Universalist church. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 3 Mar 1855)
GRAVES. In Herkimer on 14 Aug, Maria A. Graves, age 9. Twin daughter of Judge E[zra] Graves. The sixth child in the family to die. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 28 Aug 1852)
GRAVES. In Herkimer on the 16th inst. of inflammation of the lungs, Sarah A. Graves, age 15. Eldest daughter of Ezra Graves Esq. Funeral 18th by D. S. [Rev. Dolphus Skinner]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 3 Jan 1845)
GRAVES. In Gravesville [town of] Russia on 22 May, William Graves, Esq., age 77. Had emigrated 52 years earlier from New England. "A staunch and consistent believer" in Universalism; had contributed $1000 toward the building of the local Universalist church and a legacy of $500 to support preaching. Predeceased by 3 children. Survived by his wife, brother, 2 grandsons. Funeral 24th by D. S. [Rev. Dolphus Skinner of Oneida Co.]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 12 Jun 1852)
GRAY. In Graysville, Mrs. Catharine Gray, age 37 years and 10 months. Her husband's second wife. Funeral 12th inst. by Rev. Geo. W. Skinner. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 26 May 1855)
GRAY. In Norway on 9 Dec, Charles Gray, age 2 years and 1 month. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 28 Dec 1838)
GREEN. In Danube, ___ Green, age 9 months and 10 days. Only child of Wm. and Lavina Green. Funeral 17th inst. by G. W. S. [Rev. Geo. W. Skinner]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 26 May 1855)
GREEN. In Danube on 19 Feb of erysipelas, Enoch Green, age 43. He had been blind for 21 years. Funeral by Rev. George W. Skinner. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 10 Mar 1855)
GRIFFING. At Little Falls, E. M. Griffing, "long and familiarly known as Editor Griffing ... an earnest friend of Temperance, Anti-Slavery and other social reforms." A long-time Mason. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 16 Dec 1854)
GRIFFITH. In Mohawk on 9 Mar, Nancy Griffith. Wife of Ira Griffith; daughter of John Golden; mother of a son about 9 years old. Funeral 9th in the Mohawk Valley Universalist church by B. B. H. [Rev. Benjamin B. Hallock]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 26 Mar 1853)
GROVES. In Middleville on 4 Sep "of injuries received by being thrown from a horse," John W. Groves, age 19 years and 6 months. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 23 Sep 1865)
GUSLOFF. In Newport on 10 Dec 1863, Helmuth Gusloff, age 9 years, 7 months and 3 days. Son of Frederick C. and Doris Gusloff. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 9 Jan 1864)
HADCOCK. In Herkimer on 27 Apr, ___ Hadcock, an infant child. Funeral by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 3 Jul 1852)
HAGAR. In Frankfort on 1 Mar of consumption, Irene Hagar, age 23. Wife of Edwin L. Hagar. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 20 Mar 1852)
HAGAR. In Frankfort of congestion of the lungs, Lucas Hagar, age 59, "one of the most devoted and exemplary Universalists of the Society in that place." (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 10 May 1851)
HALL. In Frankfort on 13 Feb of consumption, Mrs. Rhoda Hall, age 27 years, 7 months and 28 days. Her younger brother died a few months earlier. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 28 Feb 1852)
HANNING. In Newville on 4 Jun, James Henry Hanning, age 10 months. Infant son of John Hanning. Funeral Fri the 6th in the Union church by G. W. S. [Rev. Geo. W. Skinner]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 14 Jun 1856)
HARRINGTON. In Warren "on Monday last, the 4th inst.," by suicide, Stephen Harrington. The notice was written by Rev. D[eWitt] C. Tomlinson of Richfield Springs on 7 Apr 1848. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 21 Apr 1848)
HARRIS. In Middleville on the 13th inst., Olney W. Harris, age 34. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 21 Apr 1832)
HARTER. In Warren on Tue 19 Sep, David Franklin Harter, age 2 years, 7 months and 22 days, and James Henry Harter, age 3 years, 9 months and 9 days. Only sons of Lawrence and Betsy Harter. They burned to death in a house fire. The boys had been left alone by their babysitter Henry Miller, age 15, who was a member of their family and had frequently been left in charge of the boys before. Funeral the following Friday. Obituary was written by Rev. J[acob] H. Harter, a brother of Lawrence Harter and uncle of the boys. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 10 Nov 1848)
HARTER. In Warren at the residence of his son on 29 Apr, Philip Harter, age 86 years, 3 months and 3 days. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 14 Jul 1848)
HARTSON. In German Flatts "on Sunday morning last," Beriah Hartson, age 62. Formerly of Connecticut. Remained single; survived by one brother and several sisters. Funeral by Rev. D[olphus] Skinner of Utica. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 24 Apr 1830)
HARVEY. In Frankfort on 28 Aug, Celia Elizabeth Cook Harvey, age 26 years, 2 months and 17 days. Wife of Myron Harvey and daughter of Benjamin P. Cook. (Christian Leader, Utica, 9 Oct 1875)
HAWEY. In Litchfield on 15 Jul of consumption, Margaret R. Hawey, age 18. Funeral 17th in the Presbyterian church at Norwich Corners near her father's home by Rev. T[heodore] D. Cook at her previous request. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 20 Aug 1864)
HAWKINS. In Newport, ___ Hawkins, a daughter of George Hawkins. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 29 Nov 1850)
HAWKINS. In Newport on 30 Oct of diphtheria, Frank M. Hawkins, age 8. And on 31 Oct, also of diphtheria, Fred Eugene Hawkins, age 4. The brothers were buried together. Funeral by Rev. G[eorge] W. Skinner. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 16 Nov 1861)
HAWKINS. In Newport on 15 Mar, Mrs. Lucy Hawkins, age 25 on the day of her burial. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 16 Aug 1850)
HAWKS. In Mohawk on 4 Feb, funeral of Keziah Hawks, age 43. Eldest daughter of Moses Hawks. Predeceased by a sister in Kansas who left a husband and an infant daughter. Survived by her father, her mother "in helpless infirmity," and an only sister "now nearly crushed by long continued" responsibilities. Obituary by L. C. B. [Rev. Lewis C. Browne], who officiated at her funeral. (Christian Ambassador", Auburn, 15 Feb 1862)
HAWKS. In Mohawk on 20 Sep, Moses Hawks, age 84. A Universalist. Formerly of Richfield, Otsego Co. Predeceased by 2 daughters. Survived by his wife and one daughter. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 3 Dec 1864)
HAWLES. In Columbia on 24 Jul of apoplexy, Nancy Hawles, age 71 years, 3 months and 22 days. Wife of Thomas Hawles Esq. Funeral 28th at the home by Rev. D[olphus] Skinner of Oneida Co. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 15 Aug 1863)
HAWN. In Starkville on the 28t ult., Adam Hawn, age 80 years, 9 months and 21 days. Survived by his wife, 4 sons, and 4 daughters. A member of the Masons at Little Falls. "Brother Hawn was a Universalist in thought, word, and deed." Funeral 30th ult. in the Union church in Starkville by Rev's. J[ohn] D. Hicks, W. G. Anderson [who wrote the obituary] and G[eorge] W. Skinner, who preached the sermon. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 9 Feb 1856)
HAWN. In Stark on 20 May of consumption, Dr. Peter Hawn, age 41. Survived by his wife and parents. Funeral 22nd in the Lutheran/Baptist Church at Starkville by Rev. A[aron] B. Grosh [of Oneida Co.]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 9 Jul 1855)
HAWN. In Columbia on 12 Oct 1843, Samuel Stearns Hawn, age 8 days. First and only child of Dr. Peter Hawn. Funeral 14th by Rev. E. M. Woolley. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 5 Jan 1844)
HELAGAS. In Danube on 17 Feb of consumption, Myron Helagas, age 20 years and 4 days. Funeral in the schoolhouse at Mindenville [Montgomery Co.] by Rev. S. C. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 3 Mar 1855)
HEMSTREET. In Cold Brook on 21 Apr, Edward Hemstreet, age 8. Youngest child of Dr. Richard I. and Sarah Hemstreet. Also survived by brothers, sisters, and grandparents. Funeral 23rd in the Methodist church by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb], who wrote the obituary. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 18 Jun 1847)
HEMSTREET. In Poland on 15 Jul, Dr. Richard I. Hemstreet, age 61. A practicing physician in Poland and vicinity for 30 years. A Universalist in faith, but there being no Universalist society in the village, he attended the Baptist church. Funeral by T. D. C. [Rev. Theodore D. Cook, Universalist, of Oneida Co.]. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 29 Jul 1865)
HEMSTREET. In Poland on 26 Mar, Lydia Ann Hemstreet, age 15. Second daughter of Dr. R. I. and Sarah Hemstreet. Funeral 30th by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 12 May 1848)
HENSLER. In Frankfort on the 12th inst. of croup, Caroline E. Hensler, age 6 months. Youngest child of Lambert and Elizabeth Hensler. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 31 Mar 1848)
HERENDEEN. In Newport on 28 Jun, Richard Herendeen, age 64. President of the Newport Bank. A former County Judge and Magistrate. A member of the Universalist Society. Funeral Sun 1 Jul by Rev. L. M. H[awes]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 14 Jul 1855)
HILDRETH. In Herkimer at the home of John Farmer Esq. on the 17th inst., Merton Hildreth, age 1 year and 4 months. Son of Harman J. and Sophia F. Hildreth. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 3 May 1856)
HILTON. In Newport on 10 May, Laura Hilton, age 53. Wife of the late Jeremiah Hilton. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 29 Nov 1850)
HILTON. In Newport on 2 Dec, Miss Sarah A. Hilton, age 25. A member of the choir of the Universalist Society. Funeral 3rd by Rev. L. M. H[awes]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 16 Dec 1854)
HOBBS. At Little Falls on 14 Feb, Sylva C. Hobbs, age 34. Wife of Rev. B[enjamin] S. Hobbs and mother of 2 children, who went to friends of hers. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 1 Mar 1856)
HOKE. In Minnesota on 11 Apr, ___ Hoke, wife of John Hoke Jr., deceased. A memorial service was held Tue 11 Jun at Starkville, NY, Rev. G[eorge] W. Skinner officiating. The memorial sermon noted that she was survived by her mother, age 70, and that her father had died 24 May, 1856. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 21 Jun 1856)
HOKE. In Stark on 24 Feb, Francis Hoke, age 3 years and about 10 months. A sibling died about a year earlier. Funeral at Little Falls in the New Bethel church. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 8 Mar 1856)
HOLDRIDGE. In Mohawk village on the 20th inst., Miss Mary C. Holdridge, age 19. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 30 May 1835)
HOLMES. At Little Falls on the 30th ult. of cancer, Alsee Holmes, age 51. Wife of Henry Holmes. Funeral Mon the 2nd inst. by D. S. [Rev. Dolphus Skinner of Utica]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 14 Jul 1832)
HOLMES. In Frankfort on the 19th ult. of consumption, Harriet A. Holmes, age 30. Wife of Wm. B. Holmes. Daughter of Col. Henry Hearsey of Cazenovia, formerly of Waterville NY. Mother of two, the youngest only a few weeks old. Funeral 21st in the Universalist church by Rev. D. S. [Dolphus Skinner] at her previous request. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 1 Aug 1845)
HOLMES. In Frankfort on the 7th ult. of consumption, Mary Jane Holmes, age 25. Sister of Wm. B. Holmes Esq., who died some 3 years earlier of the same disease. Also predeceased by a sister "and kindred." A member of the Universalist society. Survived by her mother, a Baptist. Funeral by Rev. D. S. [Dolphus Skinner] at her previous request. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 2 Mar 1849)
HOPKINS. In Newport on the 28th ult., William C. Hopkins. "He lived in the firm belief of the doctrine of universal salvation." (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 8 Jan 1825)
HOPSON. In Salisbury on Sun the 13th inst., ___ Hopson, age 34. Wife of Edwin R. Hopson and mother of a 2 week old son. Funeral in the Union church at Salisbury Centre by G. W. S. [Rev. George W. Skinner, Universalist]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 26 Jan 1856)
HOPSON. In Salisbury on Sat the 24th inst., James Hopson II, age 61. A long time resident. Survived by his wife and children. Funeral 26th by G. W. S. [Rev. George W. Skinner]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 8 Dec 1860)
HOPSON. In Salisbury on 16 Sep, Roscoe A. Hopson, age 2 years, 2 months and 24 days. First and only child of Edwin R. and Deborah Hopson. Funeral 18th by Rev. J[acob] H. Harter. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate", Utica, 24 Nov 1848)
HOSFORD. In Cedarville on 27 Feb, Sarah A. Hosford, age 32 years and 7 months. Funeral 1 Mar by Rev. D. Ballou. (Christian Leader, Utica, 11 Mar 1876)
HOUGHTON. In Herkimer on 29 Apr of consumption, John Houghton, age 51. Survived by his wife and 12 children. Funeral 1 May by Rev. M[oses] B. Smith. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 24 May 1839)
HOUGHTON. At Little Falls on the 29th ult., Ruth M. Houghton, age 41. Wife of Wm. B. Houghton. Funeral 31st by G. W. S. [Rev. George W. Skinner], who wrote the obituary. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 23 Feb 1856)
HOUGHTON. In Fairfield on the 14th inst., Samuel Houghton, age 81. Father of Wm. B. Houghton Esq. of Little Falls. Survived by his wife. Funeral 17th in the Universalist church at Eatonville. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 3 Dec 1859)
HOUPT. In Stark at the home of his grandparents on 23 Mar, Cornelius F. Houpt, age 16 years, 10 months and 9 days, of Danube. Accidentally shot himself with a gun. Funeral 25th in Newville by Rev. A. P. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 17 May 1851)
HOUSE. In Columbia on 13 Feb, Catharine House, age 44. Wife of Jacob House. Funeral 15th by Rev. E. M. Woolley. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 28 Mar 1845)
HOWARD. In Litchfield on 14 Nov, Margaret Howard, age 48. Wife of Lyman Howard. Funeral by Rev. Mills. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 3 Dec 1841)
HOWARD. In East Winfield on 25 Oct, Samuel Howard, age 80. Born 4 Feb 1796 in Frankfort, Herkimer Co. and lived there most of his life. In Dec 1819 he married Lucretia Johnson; she died 24 May 1871. After her death he made his home with their children. Survived by 6 children, 20 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral by Rev. T[heodore] D. Cook [of Utica, Oneida Co.], who had attended his mother's funeral 37 years earlier at Ford's Bush [Minden, Montgomery Co.]. (Christian Leader, Utica, 25 Nov 1876)
HOWE. In Newport on 1 Jun, Cady Howe, age 71 years and 5 months. "His loss is severely felt by the Universalists in Newport." Survived by his wife and family. Funeral Fri 3 Jun in the Universalist church by Rev. W. G. Anderson. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 18 Jun 1853)
HOWE. In Newport on 4 May 1854 of smallpox, Joseph F. Howe, age 40. Son of Cady and Rachel Howe; a husband and father. Obituary by Rev. L. M. Hawes. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 20 Jan 1855)
HOWE. In Newport on 21 Apr, Mrs. Rachel Howe, age 85. A Universalist over 40 years, Funeral by Rev. S. R. W. (Christian Leader, Utica, 19 May 1877)
HULL. In Litchfield on 18 Jan, David S. Hull, age 34. Had been a student of medicine and surgery for 6 months in the office of Dr. Hurlburt. He died 9 days after sustaining a needle prick during an autopsy. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 3 Feb 1843)
HULL. In Cedarville on 25 Nov 1838, Mary M. Hull, age 27. Wife of D. S. Hull and a mother. Funeral 28th. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 4 Jan 1839)
HULSER. In Frankfort on 8 May, Abigail Hulser, age 92. Wife of Caspar Hulser, age 93. Born near Amsterdam, Montgomery Co., where she was married in 1807. After living there about 7 years she and her husband moved to Oswego Co., where they lived for about 15 years, then in 1826 they came to Frankfort. Funeral 10th by Rev. T. D. C. [Theodore D. Cook]. (Christian Ambassador, Utica, 27 May 1876)
HULSER. In Frankfort on 19 Mar, Jerome Hulser, age 40. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 14 Apr 1860)
HUNGERFORD. In Commerce, Michigan on 20 Oct, Nancy C. Hungerford, age 27. Wife of George P. Hungerford, formerly of Frankfort, Herkimer Co. NY. "She had just realized the fond anticipation of being a mother." Funeral by Rev. A. H. Curtis. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, 23 Nov 1838)
HYDE. In Stark on 18 Sep 1860, funeral of Frederick P. Hyde, age 2 years and 7 months. Son of [Norman?] L. Hyde. From the records of Lewis Cresaba Browne.
IVES. In Norway on the 9th inst., Amos Ives, age 61. Funeral by Rev. J. W. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 27 Jun 1835)
IVES. In Salisbury on 12 Mar, Amos Ives, age 92. Predeceased by his wife Lucy Ives, who died in Salisbury on 30 Apr 1838. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 20 Aug 1841)
IVES. In Salisbury on 16 Oct, Mary Ives, age 50. Wife of Capt. Orrin Ives. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 24 Dec 1841)
JACKSON. In Mohawk on 5 Nov, Mrs. Sally M. Jackson, age 46. (Christian Leader, Utica, 18 Nov 1876)
JAMES. In Frankfort on 13 May, Sarah F. Underwood James, age 29. Wife of Theodore D. James and granddaughter of the late Rev. Wm. Underwood. Also survived by 2 children and her mother. Her sister had died only a few months earlier. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 13 Jun 1868)
JENKINS. In Newport on 24 Apr, Jane Jenkins, age 84. Wife of the late John Jenkins. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 4 Jul 1863)
JILLET. In Middleville, Ezra Jillet, age 28. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 29 Nov 1850)
JOHNSON. In Mohawk on the 8th inst., Chauncey Johnson, age 66. A resident of Mohawk for over 30 years. (Christian Leader, Utica, 3 Nov 1877)
JOHNSON. In Mohawk on 27 Mar, Mary Ann Johnson, age 6 years, 2 months and 7 days. Only daughter of Chauncey and Elizabeth Johnson. Fueral 29th by Rev. B[enjamin] B. Hallock. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 10 Apr 1853)
JOHNSON. In Eatonville on 27 Jul, Nancy Johnson, age 21. Wife of Jerome Johnson. Funeral by Rev. T[heodore] D. Cook. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 28 Aug 1840)
JONES. In Columbia on 13 Apr of pneumonia, Horace Jones, age 53 years, 9 months and 28 days. Survived by his wife and adopted daughter. Funeral by Rev. S. R. W[ard]. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 20 Jun 1863)
JONES. In Mohawk on 20 Apr, Mrs. Mary Jane Jones, age 17 years and 8 months. Wife of Thomas R. Jones; daughter of John P. Quackenbush; mother of one child. The fourth child of her parents to die: two had drowned and one had died "by explosion of burning fluid." Also survived by her mother and one remaining sister. Funeral Sun the 21st in the Universalist church in Mohawk by Rev. L. C. Browne. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 4 May 1861)
KEELER. In Newport on 27 Feb, Benjamin S. Keeler. He dropped dead on the street on his way home from a meeting. Funeral 2 Mar by Rev. M[oses] B. Smith. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate Utica, 11 Mar 1842)
KEELER. In Newport on 23 Jun, Mary Elizabeth Keeler, age 2 years, 2 months ad 23 days. Only child of Henry and Sarah Keeler. Funeral 24th by Rev. L. M . H[awes]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 14 Jul 1855)
KEELER. In Fairfield on the 10th inst., Polly Keeler, age 29. Wife of Seth B. Keeler and mother of 5 small children. (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 5 Mar 1825)
KEFLER. In Ilion on 19 Sep, Edgar Kefler. Last surviving child of his parents. Funeral in the Union church by Rev. B[enjamin] B. Hallock. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 30 Sep 1854)
KEITH. In Newport on 7 Mar, James Keith, age 65. Survived by his wife and several children. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 3 Jul 1852)
KEITH. In Newport on 6 May, Mrs. Jerusha Keith. Survived by an infant a few days old. Funeral in Middleville by Rev. G[eorge] W. Skinner. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 12 May 1855)
KEITH. In Newport on the 8th inst., Stephen Keith, age 46. Survived by his wife, mother, siblings. Funeral Fri the 11th by Rev. G[eorge] W. Skinner. Interment by Masonic rite, Hon. Ezra Graves of Herkimer officiating. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 26 May 1860)
KELLER. At Little Falls on 7 Feb, Alice Keller, age 4 months. Daughter of George Keller. (Christian Leader, Utica, 2 Mar 1878)
KIBBE. In Salisbury Center on 19 Mar, Eldad Kibbe, age 84 years and 24 days. Came from Connecticut as a youth; had lived until about a year earlier in Oppenheim, Fulton Co. Converted to Universalism from the close-communion Baptists about 28 years previously, but his wife had remained a Baptist. Survived by his wife, 7 sons and 4 daughters. Funeral 22nd in the Union church at Salisbury Corners by Elder Lamb, Baptist. "Before commencing his sermon, the Elder read a paper by request of several of Mr. Kibbe's family, setting forth the fact that the deceased, Mr. Kibbe, lived and died a Universalist..." (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 18 Apr 1857)
KIBBE. In Salisbury on 5 Sep, James H. Kibbe, age 12 years, 7 months and 9 days. Son of Henry and Rachel Kibbe. Funeral in the Union church at Devereaux by Rev. Geo. W. Skinner. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 26 Oct 1861
KIRK. In Herkimer, Henry Kirk, age about 30. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 29 Nov 1850)
KIRK. In Newport on 9 Feb, Henry T. Kirk, age 63. Survived by his wife and 3 children. Funeral 11th in the Universalist church by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate", Utica, 25 Feb 1848)
KIRK. In Mohawk on 4 Dec, Mrs Kate Kirk, age 59. (Christian Leader, Utica, 18 Dec 1875)
KIRKLAND. In Ilion on 10 Mar, Adelaide L. Kirkland, age 12. Funeral in the Union church by B. B. H. [Rev. Benjamin B. Hallock, Universalist]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 6 May 1854)
KNIGHT. In Newport on 1 Feb, Joseph Knight, age 75. "He lived and died a Universalist." (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 3 Jul 1852)
KNIGHT. In Litchfield on 14 Jan of consumption, Lucy Knight, age 35. Wife of Joseph Knight. Funeral 16th by Rev. T[homas] J. Smith. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 16 Feb 1838)
LANCE. At Little Falls on 20 Feb, Nelson E. Lance, age 24 years and 2 months. Survived by his mother, an elder brother, and 2 sisters. Funeral Wed the 23rd by Rev. H. A. H[anaford]. (Christian Leader, Utica, 11 Mar 1876)
LANDT. At Little Falls on the 22nd ult., Mrs. Lydia N. Landt, age 47 years and 8 months. Wife of Sylvester Landt and a mother. Funeral Thu the 25th at St. Paul's [Universalist] Church by the pastor [Rev. H. A. Hanaford]. (Christian Leader, Utica, 11 Mar 1876)
LEGG. In Graysville, town of Ohio on 21 Mar, David B. Legg, age 34. Survived by his wife and 3 children, and his aged parents. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 31 Mar 1855)
LEWIS. In Herkimer on the 1st inst., Augustus Lewis, age 40. (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 9 Oct 1824)
LEWIS. In Ilion on the 23rd ult, Henry Lewis, age 75. Came from Connecticut many years previously. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 28 Feb 1863)
LINK. In Danube on 27 Aug, Margaret Link, age 83. Wife of Jacob Link, deceased. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 14 Sep 1849)
LOCKE. In Litchfield on 21 Apr 1839, Persis Locke, age 103 years, 5 months and 17 days. Wife of Josiah Locke Esq. deceased and mother of eight. A member of the Presbyterian church in Winfield. Also survived by 67 grandchildren, 147 great-grandchildren, and 32 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral 23rd in Cedarville by her pastor Rev. Holcomb. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate", Utica, 27 Mar 1840)
LOOMIS. At Little Falls, Miss Huldah Loomis, age 56. Funeral the following Sabbath by Rev. J. Douglass. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 12 Jun 1846)
LOTRIDGE. At Little Falls on 24 Feb, Maria Seeber Lotridge, age 84 years, 3 months and 6 days. Wife of George Lotridge, who died 13 years before. They were early settlers of Herkimer Co. Survived by 6 children, 25 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. "Among the mourners was a colored woman between forty and fifty years of age who had lived with the family from childhood." Funeral by L. C. B. [Rev. Lewis C. Browne]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 13 Mar 1858)
LOTTRIDGE. At Little Falls on 8 Apr, Miss Polly Lottridge, age 87 years and 8 months. Funeral 11th at her brother's home. (Christian Ambassador, Utica, 4 May 1878)
MALLETT. In Salisbury Centre on the 24th ult., Mary Ann Mallett, age 11 months. Daughter of Philander and Loretta Mallett. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 16 Aug 1834)
MARCH. In Mohawk on 20 Sep, M. Jane March, age 4 months and 3 days. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 30 Sep 1854)
MARCY. In Newport on 12 Jun, Theodore Marcy, age 67. Survived by children. Funeral Sun 13th in the Universalist church by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 10 Sep 1847)
MARSH. In Salisbury on 4 May, Abraham Marsh, age 77 years, 9 months and 25 days. A member of the local Universalist society since 1822 [when it was founded]. Funeral 6th by Rev. J[ohn] D. Hicks [of St. Johnsville, Montgomery Co.]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 29 May 1858)
MARSH. In Frankfort on 17 Apr, DeWitt C. Marsh, age 24. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 26 Apr 1844)
MARSH. In Salisbury on 29 Mar, John Marsh, age 95. A Universalist for over 50 years. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 9 Sep 1842)
MARSH. In Salisbury on 15 Oct, Mary Marsh, age 86. Wife of the late Abraham Marsh. A lifelong Universalist and a member of the society in Salisbury since 1822 [when it was founded]. Funeral by Rev. Geo. P. Hibbard of Syracuse. (Christian Leader, Utica, 3 May 1873)
MARSH. In Frankfort on 18 May, Mary Martha Marsh, age 4. Daughter of Ely T. Marsh. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 1 Jun 1849)
MARSH. In Frankfort on the 22nd ult., William Warner Marsh, age 3 years and 10 months. Only son of Ely T. Marsh. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 22 Oct 1847)
MARSHALL. In Litchfield on 23 Dec 1843, Jonathan Marshall, age 87. Funeral 25th in the Universalist church by Rev. I[saac] George. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 5 Apr 1844)
MARSHALL. In Warren on the 4th inst., Thomas Marshall. "An unwavering believer" in Universalism. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 14 Aug 1830)
MARVIN. In Newport on 13 Mar, suddenly, Reynolds Marvin, age 52. Husband of Cynthia Marvin and father of 2 sons "just coming into manhood." (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, New York, 16 Aug 1850)
MASON. In Frankfort on the 24th ult., Aaron Mason, age 54. Obituary was written in Sep 1833 by J. H. Mason of Cazenovia. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 12 Oct 1833)
MATTESON. In Newville on 7 Nov, Augustus D. Matteson, age 2. Only remaining child of James H. and Eliza T. Matteson. Predeceased by 3 siblings. Funeral 9th by J. D. H. [Rev. John D. Hicks]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 10 Dec 1841)
MATTESON. At her brother's home in Little Falls on the 16th ult. of consumption, Miss Ellen Maria Matteson, age 22 years and 4 months. Her mother and 3 sisters had also died of consumption. Only one brother survived. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 26 Dec 1845)
MATTESON. At Little Falls on 1 Apr, James H. Matteson, age about 33. A member of the Universalist society at Newville. Survived by his wife and 2 small children. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 1 May 1846)
MATTESON. In Newville on 15 May of scarlet fever, James Herbert Matteson, age 1. Son of James and Eliza Matteson. Third and last surviving child in the family. Funeral by J. D. H. [Rev. John D. Hicks]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 23 Aug 1839)
MATTESON. In Newville on 17 Nov of a congestive fever, Irving Matteson, age 3. Son of James H. Matteson. Funeral by J. D. H. [Rev. John D. Hicks]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 8 Dec 1837)
MATTHEWS. In German Flatts on 27 May, Miss Sarah Matthews, age 55 years and 22 days. Funeral in the Universalist church at Cedarville by Rev. L. C. Browne at her previous request. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 8 Jun 1861)
MAYER. In Stark on 28 Jun, Elizabeth Mayer, age 79. Wife of Jacob S. Mayer and a mother. Married for 30 years. Funeral by Rev. H. H. B., Universalist. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 27 Jul 1861)
MAYNARD. In Ilion on 9 Aug, Laura S. Maynard, age 11 months and 23 days. Daughter of Aronanella and Dolphus S. Maynard. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 18 Aug 1860)
MAYNARD. In Ilion on 9 Dec, Ormanella Maynard, age 29 years, 9 months and 21 days. Wife of Dolphus S. Maynard and daughter of Lawrence Helmer. Funeral by L. C. B. [Rev. Lewis C. Browne of Cedarville], assisted by Rev. Captain White. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 28 Dec 1861)
MCCANNON. In Herkimer on 23 May, Charles McCannon, age 17. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 24 Jun 1854)
MCINTOSH. In Herkimer on the 1st ult., James McIntosh, age 32. A native of Scotland. Son of Alexander McIntosh who emigrated in 1806 to St. Johns, where he died. Believed to have had a brother William in York, Upper Canada. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 3 May 1834)
MCKENNAN. In Herkimer on the 10th inst., Alexander McKennan, age 79. Born in Ireland of Scottish descent. A Presbyterian for his first 40 years. Funeral 12th in the Dutch Reformed church by D. S. [Rev. Dolphus Skinner, Universalist, of Oneida Co.]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 21 Jun 1862)
MERCER. In Newport on the 25th ult., ___ Mercer, age 65. Survived by her husband Theodore Mercer and children. Funeral 27th in the Universalist church by T. J. W. [Rev. Thomas J. Whitcomb]. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 11 Sep 1846)
MERRY. In Ilion on 21 Oct, Mary U. Merry, age 74 years and 10 months. Wife of Ralph Merry. "She had been an invalid for 40 years." Also survived by a son, 3 daughters, grandchildren. Funeral by Rev. L[ewis] C. Browne [of Cedarville], assisted by Rev. White, Methodist. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 3 Nov 1861)
METCALF. In Herkimer on the 14th inst., Miss Mary Jane Metcalf. (Gospel Inquirer, Little Falls, 19 Jun 1824)
MITCHELL. At Little Falls on the 10th inst., Elizabeth M. Mitchell, age 2 years and 3 months. Funeral Fri the 12th, probably by Rev. Geo. W. Skinner, who wrote the obituary. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 20 Dec 1856)
MOREHOUSE. In Cold Brook on 6 May, Levi A. Morehouse, age 19. Funeral 7th in the Methodist church by Rev. L. M. H[awes, Universalist]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 27 May 1854)
MOREY. In Newport on 4 Jan, David Morey, age 21 years, 2 months and 11 days. (Christian Ambassador, Utica, 18 Jan 1873)
MORGAN. In Cedarville on 28 May, Orpha Morgan, age 30. Wife of Solomon Morgan. Funeral 1 Jun by Rev. E. M. Woolley. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 19 Jun 1846)
MORGAN. In Columbia on 13 May, funeral of Prudence Morgan, age 66. Wife of Ephriam Morgan and mother of a son. Her husband's sister [Emeline M. Warren], the wife of Peter H. Warren, had died a few weeks earlier. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 23 May 1857)
MORGAN. In Cedarville on 7 Aug, funeral of Sarah Maria Morgan, age 38 years, 11 months and 6 days. Wife of Wm. H. Morgan and daughter of Nehemiah Rice of Mohawk. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 17 Aug 1861)
MORRIS. In Herkimer on the 24th ult., Addie S. Morris, age 18 years and 1 month. Fourth daughter of Bennett and Pamelia Morris. Funeral Fri the 26th in Middleville by Rev. W. G. Anderson. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 10 Sep 1864)
MORRIS. In Middleville on 11 Oct, Annie Morris, age 12 years, 2 months and 13 days. Daughter of Bennet and Pamelia Morris. Funeral Sun the 13th by G. W. S. [Rev. Geo. W. Skinner]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 26 Oct 1861)
MORSE. In Graysville, town of Ohio on 4 Sep of consumption, George Morse, age 54. Survived by his wife, a son, 2 daughters. Funeral 5th in the Graysville schoolhouse by Rev. W. G. Anderson; interment in Norway. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 17 Sep 1853)
MOSHER. In Middleville on 30 Mar, Anna G. Mosher, age 4 years, 5 months and 25 days. Survived by her parents and one sibling. (Christian Ambassador, New York, 18 Apr 1863)
MUNSON. In Salisbury at her daughter's home on the 7th inst. of cancer, Clarissa Munson, age 43. Wife of Thaddeus Munson. Funeral by Rev. J. G. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 27 Apr 1833)
MUNSON. In Salisbury on the 17th inst., Horace William Munson, age 29. Funeral 19th by G. M. [Rev. George Messenger]. "The Presbyterians voluntarily requested that the funeral might be held at their meeting-house." (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 1 Jan 1831)
MUNSON. In Salisbury on Sun 22 Mar, Mrs. Loisa Munson, age 47 years and 24 days. A Universalist. Funeral by G. W. S. [Rev. Geo. W. Skinner], assisted by Elder Lamb, Baptist. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 18 Apr 1857)
MUNSON. In Salisbury on the 3d inst., William Munson, age 57. Survived by his wife and 4 children. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 17 Mar 1832)
MURRAY. In Salisbury on 18 Jan, Robert Murray, age 85. Believed to be the oldest resident of the town; had lived there over half a century and had "cleared the first two acres of land that was settled in the town, about the spot where the Union church now stands." Funeral in the Union church in Salisbury Centre by G. W. S. [Rev. Geo. W. Skinner]. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 21 Feb 1857)
MYERS. In Columbia on 17 Jul, funeral of Cordelia Myers, age 17 years, 6 months and 10 days. Daughter of the Hon. Jeremiah Myers. (Christian Ambassador, Auburn, 27 Jun 1861)
NELSON. In Litchfield on the 4th inst., Hosea Nelson, age 71. Funeral the 5th at Cedarville. (Evangelical Magazine and Gospel Advocate, Utica, 19 Apr 1834)
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