Louisa Alicia Parsons Martin
Courtesy of: Bea Lytle Kuckens
Mrs. J.W. Martin Passes Away
Mrs J. W. Martin, wife of Uncle John Martin, deceased, died
Saturday, February 23rd, at the home of her daughter, Mrs George Tinney.
The deceased was in her seventy-fourth year, and was one of the pioneers of
Shackelford County. She was the mother of nine children, seven boys and
two girls, and if we mistake not, all nine of the children are living.
Grandma Martin as she was christened by her kinsfolk and neighbors, was one of
the old-fashioned Southern women taht has survived and escaped the evolutionary
period and was the prototype of old-fashion motherhood. Yes, she had a
conscientious scruples, and lived and died by them. Who was a devoted wife
and loving mother and a noble christian woman-was a member of the Baptist
church. Her last remains were laid to rest in the albany Cemetery Sunday
evening.
Brother McMahen officiated at the funeral services.
The news joins all in extending condolence to the bereaved family.
Last Update Sunday, 23-Jun-2019 22:40:58 CDT
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County Coordinator:
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