ADAMS

William G. Adams died, at his family residence near Jessup, August 6, 1896, dying as he had lived, a quiet, consistent Christian. He was born near where he spent his life September 13, 1842, hence was 53 years and 10 months and 23 days old when he died. He was married to Mrs. America Barnes Jessup in 1867. To them were born 5 children, three of which survive him.  He was converted in 1861 and united with the Friendly Grove Baptist church in 1871 since which time he has been a faithful and devoted worker in the vineyard of his blessed Master, "Always abounding in the work of the Lord." He was ordained deacon in 1881 and was a faithful Sunday school teacher for many years. It is truly said, "The path of the just shines brighter and brighter until the perfect day." We must say, "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors and their works do follow them." His life has ever been can exemplary one of which none can speak but, in praise.  He leaves an affectionate wife, two daughters, one son and a host of relatives and friends to mourn for him with that blessed assurance that he is safe in the arms of Jesus. He loved his five step daughters with as great a love as he loved his own children, always greeting them with the same fatherly love and ever as thoughtful of them as of his own dear children. He met death calmly and with an unfaltering trust in God.   In his death the church loses one of her brightest lights and his bereaved wife a devoted husband, his children an affectionate father, and the community a true and kind neighbor and friend. He enjoyed a large acquaintance and was universally loved and respected by all. Appropriate resolutions were passed by the Friendly Grove Sabbath school. -  Rockville Republican, September 16, 1896

AKER

Luke Aker, a well known citizen of Parke County and youngest son of Henry and Sarah Aker, was born October 13, 1842 near New Discovery and lived in this county during his entire life. He was united in marriage to Lovina Martin May 1, 1867. To this union were born 13 children.  He departed this life at his home near Bellmore May 2, 1911 at the age of 68 years, 6 months 19 days. He leaves to mourn a wife, 11 children, 26 grandchildren and one brother, John of Sullivan with many other relatives and friends. Two infants, one sister, one brother and four grandchildren have preceded him in death. Tuesday afternoon of last week he was found lying on the floor dead near where he had sit down to rest. Thus a link in the family circle is broken, leaving sad and lonely the home that was once made bright by his presence.  While he had suffered for the past few long years, he was patient and said he was ready to answer the call of One who doeth all things well.  Vain were the life we may part with tomorrow, if tears were our birthright and death were our end, But Jesus has cheered the dark valley of sorrow And bad us immortal to Heaven ascend. Funeral services were held at Mt. Moriah Cemetery by Rev. Ray Collings, burial in cemetery nearby. The married children are: Mrs. Mary Budd, Mrs. Martha Spencer, Charles Aker, William Aker, Mrs. Octavia Scott, John Aker, Mrs. Minnie Collings of Terre Haute, Henry Aker, George Aker, Marion C Aker, Mrs. Edna Alexander

AKERS

Walter E. Akers of RR 32, Terre Haute, formerly of Rockville, age 75, died Wednesday morning, April 20, in Union Hospital at Terre Haute. He was born in Vigo County, January 12, 1908, the son of Charles and Anna Ross Akers.   Akers was a retired farmer, a former deputy sheriff of Parke County and had also served on the Rockville police and fire departments. He attended Coloma Friends Church and was a member of Montezuma Masonic Lodge, Bridgeton O.E.S., Parke County Low Twelve Club, Terre Haute Scottish Rite, Wabash Senior Citizens and West Vigo, Community Senior Citizens.  Surviving are the widow, Frances; a daughter, Betty Ratcliff of Montezuma; two sons, Albert Lake of Roscommon, Michigan, and Robert Lake of North Olmsted, Ohio; a sister, Mabel Phillips of Clinton; a brother, Guy Akers of Terre Haute; ten grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Masonic memorial rites were held Thursday night and funeral services were held Friday afternoon at Butler Funeral Home with Rev. William Flannigan officiating. Burial was in Memory Garden Cemetery. - Parke County Sentinel, April 25, 1983

ALLEN

Judge James Allen, of Olney, Ill., was called to Rockville on Saturday last by the death of his brother, Rev. W. Y. Allen. – Rockville Republican, February 18, 1885

ALEXANDER

Lottie Ellen Alexander of Rockville, age 90, died Sunday morning, April 24, in Vermillion County Hospital at Clinton. She was born at Judson, April 7, 1893, the daughter of William A. and Alice L. Dice Berry. October 9. 1916, she married James Alexander, who died January 26. 1952. Mrs. Alexander was a member of Judson Baptist Church, American Legion and VFW auxiliaries, Rain and Shine Club, Rebekah Lodge, Indiana State Hospital Club, Rockville Community Club and Nyesville Community Club. She was a retired employee of the Indiana State Hospital.     Survivors are nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held at 11 a. m: Tuesday at Butler Funeral Home with Rev. David Finney officiating. Burial will be in Memory Garden Cemetery. - Parke County Sentinel, April 25, 1983

ALVARD

Sarah E. Day was born February 12, 1834, and was married to Francis M. Alvard in 1851. Unto them were born eight children. Five of them are still living. She became a member of the U. B. Church in 1888, but was transferred to the New Light Church. She died September 22, 1893, at Marshall. Funeral services at Wolf Creek Church, near which she was buried. - Rockville Tribune,  September 28, 1893

ALVORD

Mrs. Sarah Alvord wife of Randolph Alvord, died at her home near Milligan early Thursday morning.  The funeral occurs at the Lutheran church south of Milligan at 10 a.m. today. Death resulted from peritonitis after a weeks' illness. - Waveland Independent, Friday, November 14, 1902

ANDERSON

Mrs. Minerva Neet Anderson, wife of Wallace Anderson, near New Bethel, died, Sunday, Oct. 30. She was the eldest daughter of William and Eliza Neet, born Aug. 27, 1848. Her marriage to Mr. Anderson took place in 1875. The husband and five children survive her. Mrs. Anderson was a member of the Methodist Church and a woman of many endearing qualities. The funeral, which was conducted at the family residence, Tuesday morning, by Rev. Mr. Appleby, of Newport, was attended by many relatives, neighbors and friends. Internment in Rockville Cemetery.   - Rockville Tribune, November 2, 1904

ANGLEMYER

A large number of our people attended the funeral of Mrs. Asa Anglemyer last Sunday afternoon. The services were conducted by Rev. Minnie Thorne of Waterman. The burial took place at the Howard Cemetery. – Rockville Republican, July 20, 1904

ATKINSON

Died – on the 5 inst., at his residence Mr. Jonathan Atkinson, a well-known and highly respected citizen of this township.  - Rockville Republican, June 14, 1876

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