Funeral of Tom Gambrell Large Concourse of Friends Attended Funeral of Popular Officer Funeral services for the late Deputy Sheriff Tom Gambrell were held at the Elmtown cemetery, this county, yesterday morning at 11 o'clock, and a very large company of relatives and friends were present to pay their respects to his memory. Quite a number went from this city, to accompany the remains and to attend the funeral. Rev. A. D. Sparkman preached the funeral sermon at the grave, and paid a splendid tribute to the dead. Following his remarks, the Woodmen of the World took charge of the services and conducted the funeral under the Woodmen service. The following gentlemen acted as pall-bearers: R. M. Johnson, Calcote, Frank Potter, Sam Elrod, Frank Austin and John Brown. People from Elmtown and Brushy Creek turned out en masse to pay their respects to their former neighbor, and the attendance indicated the high esteem in which Mr. Gambrell was held by those who knew him best. The Herald joins all of this people in extending sympathy to the young wife and other relatives who are so deeply grieved. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas July 26, 1909 (transcribed as written by D. Donlon) The Funeral Of Mr. W. B. Robinson Yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock, all that was mortal of Mr. W. B. Robinson was laid to rest in East Hill cemetery. His associates and neighbors paid him their farewell respects and the community pauses for a time to mourn his departure. But time moved on, and the places that knew him will know him no more forever, but to every man that lives there lingers a memory behind to perpetuate his deeds, and if the life has been a noble one, the memory will be a happy one, and Bryce Robinson had so lived in this community as to make his memory dear to all with whom he was associated. Mr. Robinson will be especially missed among his business associates and in his church circles, having been a devout member of the Presbyterian church. As president of the Associated Charities he will be missed in the councils of this good Samaratin society which is doing such a valuable work in our community. The funeral services were conducted in the Presbyterian church by the pastor, Rev. Dr. Crozier. Dr. Crozier paid the dead man a high tribute. A large audience was present. A select choir rendered appropriate music; Rev. Anderson read a Psalm, and Rev. Willis offered a prayer. The following officers of the Presbyterian church acted as pall bearers: Messrs. J. M. Fullinwider, J. H. Silliman, W. B. Johnson, G. P. Barnes, F. C. Eason and J. H. Grant. Following the church service the remains were taken charge of by the Masonic fraternity, who conducted the services at the grave. Mr. Robinson's death was a great shock to this community. He had been slightly ill for several days, but his condition was not such as to cause any apprehension. He had left his duties for a few days and had gone to Fairfield to visit relatives and recuperate. On the morning of his death he was preparing to get up for breakfast, had been talking to his wife, giving no indication of feeling badly, but while sitting on the side of the bed he gave a sudden gasp and expired. His remains were met by a committee of citizens and conveyed to his home in this city. The following out-of-town relatives were here to attend the funeral: W. E. Richardson of Fairfield, J. P. Robinson and daughter of Fairfield, Tom R. Watson of Fairfield, Mrs. Galloway of Corsicana, Robt. Mayes and wife of Oakwoods, Jim Bonner of Eureka, Peire Bonner of Hillsboro, and Rev. W. L.Patterson of Eureka. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas May 1, 1905 (transcribed as written by D. Donlon) Died Infant Preston This morning at 11:30, the one-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Preston, died at the family home, 206 North Jackson street. The funeral will be conducted from Sacred Heart church tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock. Friends and acquaintances invited. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas May 1, 1905 Funeral of Mr. Averyt The funeral of Mr. James A. Averyt occurred yesterday afternoon, Monday, August 5th. Services at the family home on corner of North Sycamore and Lacy streets, Rev. L. D. Anderson of the Christian church conducting same. Representatives of the choir of Christian church sang "Asleep In Jesus." Rev. Mr. Anderson read the comforting words of Paul to the church at Thesalonica, "concerning them which are asleep," I Thess, 4:15 to close, also from Psalm 17, "I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy likeness." He spoke in tender, loving words of Mr. Averyt's life, of his having long been a follower of the Lord Jesus, and in comforting words to the bereaved. If all shall die, all shall live again. The heart yearnings that we all have in this life for something better and for immortality show that there is something beyond - something to gain by death. And like David, he said, we shall be satisfied only when we awake in His likeness. After a prayer that, this another lesson, given to those present, that time is short and eternity sure, that all might heed, and prayer for the comfort of those bereaved, the choir sang "Nearer, My God To Thee," and the funeral cortege slowly bore the remains to the Old Cemetery, where his body was laid by the side of his forefathers to rest until the departed spirit claims it. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas August 6, 1907 Mr. W. D. Broughton Dead Mr. W. D. Broughton, aged sixty-six years, died at his home three miles south of the city this morning at 11 o'clock. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock at the family home under the auspices of Palestine Chapter No. 31, A. F. & A. M. Interment will be made in the Pleasant Springs cemetery. Mr. Broughton was one of the best known citizens of the county, and had a host of friends, who will be grieved to learn of his death. Friends of the family are requested to attend the funeral. The Herald is requested to announce that Palestine Lodge No. 31, A. F. & A. M., will meet at 1 p.m. tomorrow to attend the funeral of Mr. Broughton. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas October 28, 1907 Funeral Notice for James F. Baker Died, on Monday evening, December 21, 1908, at 6 o'clock, James F. Baker, aged 58 years, 11 months and 13 days. Funeral services were held at the residence of Mr. R. P. Wardlaw, No, 202 North Jackson street, this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, and interment was made in East Hill cemetery. The funeral was under the auspices of Ivanhoe Lodge No. 15, Knights of Pythias. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas December 24, 1908 Mr. John Myers Passed Away After A Long Illness Mr. John Myers, aged 79 years, 4 months and 12 days, died this morning at 4:20 o'clock. Funeral services were held at the residence of Miss Bie Hallel, No. 305 Magnolia street, this afternoon at 4:30 o'clock. Interment in East Hill cemetery. Mr. Myers had been ill for many months, and while his death was not unexpected, it is, nevertheless, genuinely regretted. He was one of the older citizens of Palestine, having been identified with business circles many years. His relatives have the sympathy of the community in their sorrow. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas December 24, 1908 Henry Rodieck Buried Large Concourse of Friends Followed Remains to Cemetery Funeral services in respect to Henry William Rodieck were held yesterday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the family home, at the corner of Florida street and Cottage avenue, and a great concourse of relatives and friends gathered to pay their final respects to the deceased, affirming the truth that none knew him but to love him. Rev. Dr. Sykes, rector of St. Philip's Episcopal church, conducted the service, which was beautiful, and spoke feelingly of the dead before him. Many friends brought great bouquets of flowers, until the casket was almost hidden from view. The following gentlemen, members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, acted as pall-bearers: Dick Wright, W. B. Cook, W. W. Duncan, C. L. McDonald, Chas. Reitch, W. T. Murrell. At the cemetery the Woodmen of the World, of which order deceased had been a faithful member, took charge of the remains, and an appropriate ceremony was held. The following Woodmen acted as pall-bearers" Messrs. S. A. Taylor, O. Kirchner, J. P. Emmons, George E. Matthews, J. Schnorr, H. C. Mollard. Among the floral offerings were a number of beautiful pieces from other cities, sent by friends. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas May 1, 1909 Funeral of Mrs. R. J. Harris Was Conducted From the Home of Daughter, Mrs. J. V. Ellis The funeral of Mrs. R. J. Harris, who died at Houston, took place yesterday afternoon at 3:30 from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. J. V. Ellis, on North Jackson street, with interment in East Hill cemetery. Deceased was the mother of District Attorney Tom Harris, and he was with her at the time of her death. Rev. Thos. R. Morehead of Grace Methodist church preached the funeral sermon, and the following acted as pall-bearers: Dr. W. T. Morrow, Capt. S. P. Allen, Messrs. Jack Kelley, Pace McDonald, West and Griffin. It was a sad, impressive funeral, and many beautiful floral tributes were placed on the mound that marks the last resting place of this good woman. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas November 22, 1909 Mr. Claude Nall's Funeral The funeral of Mr. Claude Nall takes place this afternoon at 5 o'clock from the home of Mr. Clarence Angell, on John street. The young man died at the railroad hospital, after a lingering illness. He was no relation to the Malls here, but of the same name and a close personal friend. About fifteen or twenty Knights of Pythias came up from Trinity, his old home, via the afternoon train, to attend the funeral. The announcement of his death yesterday was followed by the statement that the remains would be conducted to the home of Mr. Will Irving, from which place the funeral would be conducted. This information was given the Herald, but was a mistake. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas June 15, 1910 Mrs. Strock Mrs. Strock, mother-in-law of Mr. Cluett of this city, died at her home at Neches Saturday. Her remains were brought to this city yesterday, and funeral services were held at the Catholic church. Interment was in the Catholic cemetery. Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas November 30, 1903 (transcribed as written by D. Donlon) Funeral of Major Hinzie  The funeral services over the remains of Major Martin Hinzie were held in the Catholic church this morning at 10 o clock, and were very impressive. A large audience of friends were present to pay their last respects to the deceased. The funeral was conducted by the Ancient Order of Hilbernians, of which Mr. Hinzie was a prominent member. The remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery.  Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas |August 18, 1905 Funeral of Mr. Bohannon  The funeral services of Mr. Ed Bohannon were held yesterday afternoon at 3 o clock at the home of Mr. G. W. Teamer on Louisiana street. A large number of friends were present to pay their respects to the dead, and a large procession followed the remains to the East Hill Cemetery. Rev. L. D. Anderson of the Christian church conducted the funeral services.  Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas November 5, 1906 Annie Lou Elliott  Annie Lou Elliott, aged nineteen years, died in this city Saturday afternoon. Funeral services were held at the Catholic church yesterday, and her remains were laid to rest in the Catholic church.  Palestine Daily Herald Palestine, Texas November 30, 1903 (transcribed as written by D. Donlon) Mary Josephine Brewer  Died: Mr. and Mrs. S.H. Brewer have the sympathy of this entire community in the death of their infant daughter, Mary Josephine, which sad event occurred yesterday at 12 o'clock. The little one lived only eleven days in this world. The funeral was conducted from the family home at 2 o'clock this afternoon. Palestine Daily Herald, February 24, 1904 {Transcribed by a FOFG}