Baxley, Emma W. (Baxley) (1839-1914)

BAXLEY, LENON

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Date: 7/19/2008 at 13:22:08

Panora Vedette Guthrie Co., Iowa publish date unknown - approx. Dec. 14, 1914 [RE: Emma W. (Baxley) LENON, wife of Peter H. Lenon] "A TRIBUE TO OUR FRIEND" It is not easy for us to write today, because we are sad, and it is hard to write when one is sad. Our sadness is caused by the passing of our friend, Mrs. P.H. Lenon, whose departure from earth occurred on Sunday, December 13, 1914. She has been in frail health nearly a year and as time went on she grew frailer and weaker. It was our privilege to see her often during those months of suffering, but never did we hear one word of complaint. It was remarkable how courageous she was, when her heart was heavy, she still smiled and spoke words of hope, looking forward to the time when she would be well again, and enjoy life in its fullness. She was a faithful wife, a devoted mother and a loving friend. We never heard her speak an unkind word of any, or repeat idle gossip, she spoke kindly of all; good and helpful words fell from her lips, peace and contentment dwelt in her spirit, adn one felt, that she was unselfish, helpful and true. Her sunny spirit created a sunny atmosphere, and imparted its warmth to others. The funeral was held at her cheerful , bright, little home, which she loved so much. Rev. Orth, her pastor of the Presbyterian church conducted the last sad rites, and spoke beautiful words of her sweet and gently life. Beautiful flowers adorned the home, about the casket couch where she was lying in her last sleep. She loved flowers and all beautiful things. Seventy-five years had crowned her life with rich experience and all things had worked together to mould her character into strength and beauty. The burial was in the cemetery of Panora, where other loved ones were sleeping. She leaves a husband, two daughters and one son, and other relatives to mourn her loss. We have known Mrs. Lenon less than a year, yet we feel a personal loss in her death so sweet has been her companionship. Our sympathy goes out to her loved ones, who grieve so sorely that she has left her earthly home, but her holy influence will still follow them to bless. --- Mrs. Parker submitted by: weeour@yahoo.com