MILLER, James P.: Died 1935

MILLER, GILCHRIST, SHELDON, MCGIM, GRABER

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Date: 9/26/2016 at 17:19:43

James P. Miller

James Park, son of Oliver P. and Charlotte Gilchrist Miller, was born near Kittaning, Penn., on July 4, 1860, and died at his home in Des Moines, Iowa, August 30, 1935, having lived 75 years, 1 month and 26 days.

At the age of 8 years he with his parents came to Iowa, settling in Birmingham, where he lived until about twenty-three years ago, when he moved to Des Moines, where he resided until the time of his death.

On February 16, 1882, he was united in marriage to Samantha J. Sheldon. To this union six children were born: two sons and four daughters, Roy S. of Commerce, Iowa; Harry M. of Moline, Ill., Lela M. and Edith M. who remain at home and Mrs. Ada L. McGim(?) of Omaha, Nebraska, a daughter Grace dying in infancy.

He was converted when a young man and united with the Free Methodist church. At the time of his death he was a member of the Board of Trustees of the First Free Methodist church, 22d and Clark Streets. He was always been honored and respected for his sturdy Christian character.

He leaves to mourn their loss his faithful wife and children, one brother, David A. of Birmingham, Iowa; one sister, Mrs. Alice Graber of Stockport, Iowa; besides a number of nephews and nieces and other relatives and friends.

In the passing of Mr. Miller, the family loses a kind and loving companion and father, the community a true friend and neighbor member.

Services were held at Dunns Funeral Home conducted by Rev. W.H. McDonald, assisted by Dr. M.E. Bachman. Interment in Pine Hill cemetery.

When we cross the valley there need be no shadows,
When life's day is ended and its sorrows o'er,
When the summons comes to meet the blessed Savior,
When we rise to dwell with him forevermore.

Shadows! No need of shadows
When at last we lay life's burden down;
Shadows! No need for shadows
When at last we gain the victor's crown.

**Handwritten: 1935

Source: Van Buren Co. Genealogical Society Obituary Book G, Page 113, Keosauqua Public Library, Keosauqua, IA