Margaret (McElhose) Smith (1827-1880)

SMITH, MCELHOSE

Posted By: Dorian Myhre (email)
Date: 11/23/2010 at 21:13:33

From Story County Watchman September 3, 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 Carn Cullough, Ireland, in 1827 came to this country. Her husband by whose side she fought life's battle, preceded her 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 by 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 at the Prebyterian Church in Nevada, conducted by Rev. Sage assisted by the writer Ah! and indeed is the hearthstone 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 re-union.

A. K. BONE.