Mrs. Margaret Smith (1827-1880)

SMITH

Posted By: Mark Christian
Date: 4/25/2010 at 19:02:07

The Nevada Representative, Nevada, Story County, Iowa, September 1, 1880.

Died.

Smith. - Aug. 26, 1880, at her home in Warren township, Story county, Iowa, Mrs. Margaret Smith, aged 53 years, 4 months and 25 days. Mother Smith was born in Carncullough, Ireland, in 1866 came to this country. Her husband by whose side she fought life's batter, preceded here to the better world by three years. When quite young she joined the Presbyterian church. The life of mother Smith was quiet and simple, marked by domestic rather than public virtues. In the faithful fulfillment of the duties of a mother, she found an ample sphere for Christian service. As she lived so she passed away - trusting Jesus. She leaves six sons to mourn her loss. The funeral services took place in the Presbyterian church in Nevada, conducted by Rev. Sage, assisted by the writer. Ah! sad, indeed is the hearth stone where she has for so many years been a wise counselor. Yes, you will miss mother. But, sorrow not as for those who have no hope. Follow her example looking forward to that happy reunion.

A. K. Bone