Obituaries of Coastal Georgia; transcribed by Amy L. Hedrick

Obituaries—F Surnames
These obituaries were extracted from newspapers, the majority
from Glynn, McIntosh and Brantley Counties.

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FADER, Capt. Edgar Lewis
The Macon Telegraph (Macon, GA); Thursday 29 July 1937; pg. col. 3

ED L. FADER

            BRUNSWICK, Ga., July 28.—Capt. Ed L. Fader, died suddenly Monday night.
            Captain Fader was 59 years old, and had resided in Brunswick and on Cumberland Island all of his life.  He was the only licenses pilot on the St. Andrews bar, and at one time when heavy river traffic was carried on along points on the Satilla river, he piloted many sailing vessels up that stream.
            Funeral services have been arranged for Thursday afternoon at the residence at Chapel Crossing, conducted by the Rev. W.F. Jamison, with interment in Palmetto cemetery.  Pallbearers will be Carey Rozier, Peter Lowe, S.O. Jenkins, W.M. Pope, Bryan Courson and Charlie Payne.
            Captain Fader is survived by his wife, one daughter, Miss Hortense Fader, two brothers, Will and Bert Fader, and one sister.

 

FAHM, Benjamin A.
Historical Newspapers, Birth, Marriage, & Death Announcements, 1851-2003; The Atlanta Constitution; 15 August 1915

CAPT. B.A. FAHM, BRUNSWICK

            Brunswick, Ga., August 14—(Special)—Captain Ben A. Fahm, one of Brunswick’s oldest and best known citizens, who passed away at his home yesterday, was buried this afternoon in Oak Grove cemetery, and the funeral was attended by a large number of friends of the deceased.

 

FAHM, Frances Vinson (Geilow)
The Brunswick News; Monday 27 May 1957; pg. 10 col. 5

MRS. FRANCES FAHM DIES AT SAVANNAH

            Mrs. Frances Gelow Fahm, 81, native of Brunswick, died in a Savannah hospital yesterday morning.  She had been residing in Savannah for the past several years.
            She was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and the widow of the late John B. Fahm.
            Funeral services will be held tomorrow morning in Savannah.  Interment will be in Brunswick at 2 o’clock in the afternoon at Palmetto Cemetery, arrangements in charge of Edo Miller & Sons Funeral Home.

 

FAHM, George E.
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 23 March 1915; pg. 8, col. 5

G.E. FAHM, AGED VETERAN, DEAD--PASSED AWAY YESTERDAY AFTERNOON AFTER A LONG AND LINGERING ILLNESS.

        Maj. Geo. E. Fahm passed away yesterday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Gustaf Anderson, after a long and lingering illness.  He had been a sufferer for many months and a few weeks ago was placed in the city hospital, where it was soon realized that his death was only a matter of days, and it was then decided to remove him to the home of his daughter.
        Major Fahm was 79 years of age, was a Confederate veteran, and wounds which he received in the battles of the sixties, six in all, partly brought on his illness.  While, of course, his death was not due to these old wounds, when he was taken ill two of the wounds for the first time in years gave him some pain, and during the past few days these wounds became sore and painful.  This is said to be the first time that they have given him any trouble in  years.
        Mr. Fahm fought in many of the hardest battles in the Civil War.  In the battle of Gettysburg he received two serious wounds on the same day, and was in many other hard struggles.
        The deceased was also a Mason, one of the oldest members in this city, and has been an active member of the Confederate Veterans association ever since the Civil War.  he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Anderson, one son, John R. Fahm, one brother, Captain B.A. Fahm, and one sister, Mrs. Oxford Green, all of this city.
        The funeral will take place this afternoon at 3 o'clock.  Rev. ?. E. Roberts, of the Baptist church, officiating.  The Masons, Confederate veterans, Daughters of the Confederacy, and other such organizations, attending.

 

FAHM, Grover Coe s/o
The Brunswick Daily News; Thursday 23 July 1903; pg. 1 col. 3

DIED IN JACKSONVILLE

            Information was received in the city yesterday of the death of the little two-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Grover Fahm, which occurred in Jacksonville yesterday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Fahm, formerly resided in this city, and have many friends here who will regret to learn of the death of their little son. The remains will be brought to this city, and the funeral will take place some time during the day.

 

FAHM, Grover Coe
The Brunswick News; Thursday 2 January 1941; pg. 8 col. 1

GROVER C. FAHM DIED HERE TODAY

            Grover C. Fahm, 67, a resident of Brunswick practically all of his life, passed away at the City Hospital this morning.  He had been in bad health for many months and had been in the hospital for some time.
            Mr. Fahm was a son of the late Capt. B.A. Fahm, who for years was Brunswick’s harbor master, and who was one of the best known sport fishermen and mariners along the South Atlantic coast.  His son also spent most of his life engaged in river front work.
            Funeral services will be held at the grave in Oak Grove cemetery at 11 o’clock Friday morning, conducted by Capt. A. Ward of the Salvation Army.  Funeral arrangements are in charge of Mortician Edo Miller.

 

FAHM, Mary A. (Robinson)
The Brunswick Times-Advertiser; Wednesday 14 November 1894; pg. 1 col. 7

            MRS. FAHM DEAD—Mrs. George E. Fahm died at 7:45 o’clock last night at the residence of Mr. Alfred Green, in this city, after a long illness with malarial fever.  Mrs. Fahm is a sister-in-law of Harbor Master B.A. Fahm, and leaves a husband, who is one of the foremen on the sewerage work and two daughters and one son.

 

FAHM, Mary F. (Wilder)
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 18 October 1927; pg. 8 col. 4

MRS. M.F. FAHM, AN OLD RESIDENT OF CITY, PASSES AWAY

            Mrs. Mollie F. Fahm, 73 years of age, relic of the late Captain Ben A. Fahm, and one of Brunswick’s oldest and most beloved women, passed away at her home on Ellis street at 2 o’clock this morning.  While Mrs. Fahm has been ill for months, her condition was not considered serious and her death was somewhat sudden.  Heart trouble was given as the cause of her death.
            The deceased was born in Macon but she had resided in Brunswick practically all of her life, removing to this city when a mere child.  She was known and loved by an unusually large circle of friend throughout the city.  Hers was a beautiful christian character; for years she had been a member of the First Methodist church, in fact she was one of the oldest living members of that church up to the time of her death.  By her sweet and kind disposition, her many traits of character and her love for all that was good and sweet, she made friends of all with whom she was associated.
            Mrs. Fahm is survived by one son, Grover Fahm, of this city, two sisters, Mrs. John Sears of Axson, Ga., and Mrs. W.H. Bunkley of Vero Beach, Fla., on niece, Mrs. McDonald Frasier of this city, and a nephew, R.L. Bunkley, of this city.
            The funeral was held this afternoon at 4o’clock from the First Methodist church, Rev. W.P. Blevins conducting the services.  The pall bearers were R.S. Pyles, T.E. Glover, R.E. Sherman, J.J. Vickers, D.C. Staley, D.W. Krauss.

 

FAHM, Ruth
The Brunswick News; Friday 19 December 1975; pg. 2 col. 4

MRS. FAHM DIES; RITES ON SATURDAY

            Mrs. Ruth Fahm died Sunday at the Brunswick hospital. She was a resident of St. Simons Island and a member of the St. Paul Methodist Church.
            She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Beatrice Hamilton of Gainesville, Fla.; one grandchild and one great-grandchild.
            Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the St. Paul Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. T.N. Hercules. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.
            Pallbearers will be J.S. Wilkerson, Thomas Dawson, Sidney Cook, B.H. Jaudon, Herman LeCounte, and Jasper Barnes. Honorary pallbearers will be officers of the church.
            The body will be at the church one hour before services. Visitation prior to the funeral will be from 7-8 p.m. Friday at the Brunswick Funeral Home.
            The family will be at the home of Mrs. P.M. Massey, 1810 O St., Brunswick.

 

FAIN, Frankie E. (Walker)
Historical Newspapers, Birth, Marriage, & Death Announcements, 1851-2003; The Atlanta Constitution; 19 May 1889

DEATH OF A YOUNG WIFE

Jesup, Ga., May 18—(Special)—On May 14 Mrs. J.B. Fain died at Jesup, Ga.

            Mrs. Fain was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Walker, of Brunswick, and left a devoted husband and a bright little baby six months old.  She was a lady who was well beloved by a large circle of friends who deeply sympathize with her husband in his affliction.
            The funeral occurred at Laurel [sic] Grove cemetery, in Brunswick, on May 15, and was attended by a large number of friends who assembled to pay this last tribute to one who died so young, and who, in her short life brought so much sunshine into the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
            “Leaves have their time to fall
                        And flowers to wither in the north wind’s breath;
            And stars to set, but all,
                        Thou hast all seasons for thine own, O Death!
            “We know when moons shall wane,
                        When summer birds from far shall cross the sea
            When autumn tints shall tinge the mellow grain,
                        But who shall teach us when to look for thee?”

 

FAIRCLOTH, Catherine (Sanner)
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 19 March 1996; pg. 3A col. 4

SERVICE WEDNESDAY FOR CATHERINE S. FAIRCLOTH

            The funeral for Catherine Sanner Faircloth, 57, of Brunswick will be 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Darien Church of God with the Rev. Tommy Whaley officiating.  Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
            Mrs. Faircloth died Monday at her residence.
            Pallbearers will be Ed Deal, Joe O’Quinn, Ronald McNeely, Brian Gardner, Bill Rozier, and Clarence Rolling.
            The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 tonight at Chapman Funeral Chapel.
            Surviving are her husband, Floyd L. Faircloth Sr. of Brunswick; four sons, Floyd L. Faircloth Jr., Leonard L. Faircloth and David Faircloth all of Brunswick, and Jesse Withrow of Florida; a brother, James E. Sanner of Baltimore, Md.; two sisters, Ellen Christine McLaughlin of Bloomingdale and Margaret Jean Paige of Midway; 10 grandchildren, a great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews.
            The lifelong resident of Glynn County was employed with the Medical Arts Center Nursing Home as a bookkeeper.  She was a children’s Sunday school teacher and a member of the Darien Church of God.

 

FALLEN, Edward James
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 7 September 1982; pg. 10A cols. 1-2

EDWARD J. FALLEN DIES ON MONDAY

Edward James "Jim" Fallen, 97, of 115 Asbury St., St. Simons Island, died Monday at the Heritage Inn after an extended illness. 
            Born in Boston, Mass. he had been a resident of Glynn County for the past 56 years.  he was a former painting contractor, formerly employed with the U.S. Post Office Department and was former advertising manager of Dixie Paint and Varnish Co., from which he retired in 1961.
            He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Brunswick, the Whittle Bible Class.  He was a life member of King Solomon Lodge F. & A.M. in Somerville, Mass. and a life member of Somerville Royal Arch Chapter.  He was one of seven lodge members in Massachusetts who was awarded a 75 year Veterans embossed Medallion by his Grand Lodge.
            He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Olga Westermark Fallen, St. Simons Island; two daughters, Mrs. Virginia F. Palmes, Memphis, Tenn., and Olga E. Fallen, Waco, Texas; a son, Edward Merrill Fallen, Colorado Springs, Colo.; seven grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
            Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the First United Methodist Church of Brunswick with the Rev. James T. Pennell officiating.  Interment will follow in Palmetto Cemetery.
            Active pallbearers will be William H. Brown, Lyle H. Certain, John V.C. Warner, Harvey Harris, James P. Langston, W. Quealy Walker, J. Fred Harrington, and Neil Nilsson.
            Honorary pallbearers will be W.A. Whittle Sr., J. Stewart Tuten, R.H. Homans, G.G. Wheless the Rev. Bernard Brown, Charles Tait III, John Kaufman, Edward B. Liles, Herschel W. Mauldin, A.M. Cowart, Dr. Haywood Moore, Clyde C. Smith, Dr. John Smith Jr.
            The body will remain in the funeral home and will be placed in the church an hour prior to services.  The family requests contributions to the Building Fund of First United Methodist Church.
            Edo Miller & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FARMER, Algenora (Clubb)
The Brunswick News; Saturday 25 December 1909; pg. 1 col. 3

DEATH OF MRS. NORA FARMER
Passed Away Yester Afternoon After a Long Illness

        Mrs. Nora Farmer, wife of the late Capt. Robt. Farmer, passed away at her home on Ellis street at 5:45 yesterday afternoon after a long and lingering illness, covering a period of several months, during which everything possible has been done for her, but to no avail, and for the past several weeks she has been gradually growing weaker, and for the past two or three days death has been momentarily expected.
        Mrs. Farmer was 55 years of age and she has resided in Brunswick all of her life.  She was the daughter of the late Capt. J.W. Clubb, who during his time, was one of Brunswick's best known citizens.  The deceased is survived by four children, R.L. Robert?, and Derwood Farmer, and one daughter, Miss Janie Farmer.  She also leaves three sisters, Mrs. U.M. Farmer, Mrs. C.B. Irvine and Mrs. Nina? Welsh, Mrs. Julia Gorato, and one brother, Mr. James Clubb, besides a large number of other relatives.
        The death of Mrs. Farmer removed a woman who was loved by all who knew her and her death is a great shock to her family.  She was lovable and kind and charitable and The News join the many other friends in extreme sympathy.
        The funeral will occur Sunday morning at 11 o'clock from the McKendree Methodist church, Rev. M.C. Austin officiating.  The interment will be in Oak Grove cemetery.

 

FARMER, Dolly
The Brunswick Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 30 May 1885; pg. 6 col. 2

            An infant of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Farmer died this week and was buried on Thursday afternoon last.

 

FARMER, R.G.
Historical Newspapers, Birth, Marriage, & Death Announcements, 1851-2003; The Atlanta Constitution; 4 December 1892

DEAD IN HIS BED—An Atlanta Man Dies at a Hotel in Brunswick.

            Brunswick, Ga., December 3—(Special)—R.G. Farmer, representing the National Tontine Building and Loan Association, of Atlanta, was found dead in his bed at the Hotel Brunswick yesterday.  Farmer was a large porly [sic] looking man, of dignified bearing and dressed nicely.  He had been working Brunswick since September 21st, but lately drank heavily in the evenings.  Farmer never left his room before noon and his breakfast was always served there.
            Last night he instructed his waiter not to bring his breakfast up as he intended to come down, but his failure to appear attracting attention, Proprietor Floyd, with a guest, entered the room and discovered his body.  The verdict of the coroner’s jury was death from natural causes.  His body will be forwarded to Atlanta tomorrow.

 

FARMER, Robert Levin
The Atlanta Constitution; Saturday 10 May 1902; pg. 3 col. 3

HON. ROBERT L. FARMER DEAD—Former Representative in Legislature from Jefferson County.

            Louisville, Ga., May 9—(Special)—Hon. Robert L. Farmer suffered a stroke of paralysis today at 3 o’clock and died tonight at 8.  Mr. Farmer was a steward in the Methodist church, a prominent Knight of Pythias and one of the most prominent citizens of our county.  A few years ago he represented Jefferson county in the legislature and had often held responsible positions of public trust with great credit to himself.  He leaves a large family.

 

FARMER, Roland L.
The Brunswick News; Friday 14 December 1945; pg. 8 col. 6

FUNERAL SATURDAY

        Funeral services for Roland L. Farmer, former local resident, who died in New York Wednesday, will be held at Miller's Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, to be conducted by the Rev. Larry King, of the McKendree Methodist Church.  Burial will be in Oak Grove cemetery.

 

FARVE, Dennis James Sr.
The Brunswick News; Monday 15 July 1974; pg. 8A col. 8

DENNIS FARVE SR. DIES IN AUGUSTA

            Dennis John Farve Sr., 75, died Friday at the Augusta Veteran’s Hospital. A native of Bay St. Louis, Miss., he had been a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. He was a member of American Legion Post 507 and a retired carpenter.
            Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Beatrice Farve, Brunswick; a son, Dennis Farve Jr., District Heights, Md.; four daughters: Mrs. Lottie Albury, Washington, D.C.; Mrs. Bettye Jean Tresvant, Roxbury, Mass.; Mrs. Rose Mary Fields and Miss Joan Farve, Detroit, Mich.
            A recital of the rosary will be held at 8 p.m. today in the chapel of Brunswick Funeral Home with services Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.
            Brunswick Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FENDIG, Abraham
Macon Weekly Telegraph (Macon, GA); Thursday 27 September 1860; pg. 2 col. 4

DEATH OF A. FENDIG—We regret to announce the death of this gentleman, a merchant of this city, which took place on Thursday last. His remains were escorted to Rose Hill Cemetery, and the last sad rites performed at the grave by Ocmulgee Fire Co., No. 2, of which Company he was a highly respected member. Peace to his ashes.

 

FENDIG, Rosalie (Borchardt)
The Brunswick Pilot; Friday 27 January 1928; pg. 6 col. 4

DEATHS

            Mrs. Rosalie Borchardt Fendig, widow of the later [sic] Albert Fendig, at her home on Union Street, Monday morning, following a short illness.  Mrs. Fendig was a life long resident of Brunswick and one of the best loved women in the community.  She graduated from Glynn Academy in 1896.  She was active in all civic matters and has left the impress of her high character in many places. Throughout this section.  She is survive by one daughter, Mrs. A.N. Shelander, two sons, Edwin and Albert Fendig, and two grand children, all of this city.  One sister, Mrs. C. Lilienthal and two brothers, Joseph Borchardt of Brunswick and Samuel Borchardt of Tampa.  The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon and was attended by a large concourse of sorrowing friends of Brunswick as well as a great many from out of town.

 

FENN, Charles Ray
The Brunswick News; Saturday 2 January 1937; pg. 8 col. 4

FIVE-YEAR OLD BOY DIES SUDDENLY

 

        Funeral services were held at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon for Charles Ray Fenn, five-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. R.H. Fenn, who passed away late Thursday at the family home, 1204 Gloucester street.  The little boy had been in bad health for some time, but his death was sudden.
        Funeral services yesterday were conducted by the Rev. J.W. McQueen, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, burial being in Palmetto cemetery.  Besides his parents, the little boy is survived by three brother [sic], Dan 10; Robert, 3, and Richard, 18 months.  The funeral was in charge of Mortician Edo Miller.

 

FENN, Clarence Zack
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 11 February 1941; pg. 8 col. 2

CLARENCE Z. FENN DIES EARLY TODAY AT HIS HOME HERE

        Clarence Zack Fenn, 57 years of age, passed away at his residence, 1620 Norwich street, early this morning.  He had been ill for some time.
        Mr. Fenn had been a resident of Brunswick for the past five years and he had a large number of friends who will be grieved to learn of his death.
        He is survived by two sons, Walter A. Fenn, of Jacksonville, and R.H. Fenn, of Brunswick; one daughter, Mrs. H.D. Summers, of New Hampton, N.Y., two sisters, Mrs. Clyde Bowen, of Tallahassee, Fla., and Mrs. Maude Pierce, of Palm Beach, and Richard Fenn of the U.S. Army.
        Funeral services will be held at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the parlors of the Gibson-Hart Funeral Home on Norwich street.  Burial will be in Palmetto cemetery.

 

FENN, Mae Maxwell
The Brunswick News; Friday 19 November 1999; pg. 2A col. 3

Mae M. Fenn

        The funeral for Mae Maxwell Fenn, 93, of Brunswick, will be 4 p.m. Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church of Brunswick with the Rev Greg Garis[?] officiating.
        She died Thursday at Fairhaven in Brunswick.
        The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 tonight at Edo Miller & Sons Funeral Home.  Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Brunswick or the American Heart Association.
        Pallbearers will be David R. Piper, Donald S. Piper, Fenn Meents, Jim Berak and Roger Wadsworth.  Honorary pallbearers will be Nancy Linkenhoker, Gail Rose, Dr. Williams Laws, Dr. W.O. Inman, Dr. E.R. Jennings, Robert M. Torras, Terhune Sudderth, Jr., Dr. Don R. Roberts, Sr. and the women and men of First Presbyterian Church.
        Surviving are a son Dr. Jimmy O. Fenn of Charleston, S.C., three daughters Peaches Fenn Piper of Brunswick, Margaret E. Fenn of Portsmouth, Va., and Susan Fenn Dubs of St. Simons Island, a sister, Wilmoth Whitman of Atlanta, 21 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, seven great great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
        She was a native of Double Springs, Ala.  She moved to Brunswick in 1932 and managed produce lines and a grocery store.  She worked with the Brunswick library 14 years, then was Altama School librarian from 1966 until her retirement in 1974.
        She had received the Brunswick / Glynn County Mother of the Year Award and was active in the Georgia Board of Education.  She was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Brunswick for over 50 years.

 

FENN, Raymond Hume
The Brunswick News; Monday 24 May 1948; pg. 8 col. 2

FORMER RESIDENT DIED YESTERDAY

        Local relatives were advised last night of the death of R.H. Fenn, former well-known local resident, who passed away unexpectedly late Sunday afternoon in Columbia, S.C.
        Mr. Fenn resided in Brunswick for about 20 years and for a long time operated a retail produce and fruit business on Gloucester street.  He left here about two years ago to reside in Jacksonville, Fla., and removed from there to Columbia only a few weeks ago.
        Mr. Fenn is survived by his wife and eight children, one of them, Maxwell Fenn, residing here.  Other local relatives include J.L. Maxwell, a brother-in-law, and Mrs. W.J. Newman, sister-in-law.
        Funeral services will be held here but arrangements have not been completed.

 

FERGUSON, Thelma T.
The Brunswick News; Monday 11 August 1980; pg. 2A col. 1

FUNERAL HELD SUNDAY FOR THELMA FERGUSON

            The funeral for Mrs. Thelma T. Ferguson, 75, of Fitzgerald, who died Aug. 8 at Talmadge Memorial Hospital in Augusta, was held Sunday at Anderson Memorial Church with interment in Evergreen Cemetery, Fitzgerald.
            Survivors include her husband, Frank E. Ferguson; a son, Louie T. Gibson, both of Fitzgerald; a brother, Lamar Thompson; two daughters, Mrs. Eleanor Owens and Mrs. I.H. Cowman, all of Brunswick; a sister, Mrs. Willie Bell Vaughn of Rocky Mount, N.C.; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
            Paulk Funeral Home was in charge of funeral arrangements.

 

FERRILL, Lucretia
Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 18 October 1879; pg. 3 col. 2

            Died, on the14th inst., of consumption, Miss Lucretia Ferrill, of this city.

 

FERRILL, Margaret (Smith)
The Brunswick News; Friday 3 July 1964; pg. 14 col. 3

DIES AT QUITMAN

            Mrs. Margaret Smith Ferrill, widow of Judge Hampton Ferrill of Macon, and former supervisor of education in Bibb County schools, died yesterday at the age of 93.  She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Charles Bardell Jr. and Mrs. Margaret Robinson, both of St. Simons Island.

 

FIELDS, Daisy Kelly
The Brunswick News; Thursday 30 November 1989; pg. 3A col. 6

FIELDS RITES TO BE FRIDAY

            The funeral for Daisy Kelly Fields, who died on Nov. 24 at the Medical Arts Nursing Home, will be held Friday, Dec. 1 in the chapel of Hall’s Funeral Home.
            The Rev. Richard Hutcherson will officiate at the 4 p.m. service and interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.
            Mrs. Fields was a member of the Bethel A.M.E church.  She is survived by a sister, Marie K. Lewis; one niece, Mary Lewis of Brunswick, and other relatives.
            She was born on Jan. 1, 1899 and was married to the late Moses Fields.
            Hall’s Funeral Home is in charge of the services.

 

FIELDS, Leona (Blue)
The Brunswick News; Monday 11 September 1989; pg. 3A col. 3

FIELDS FUNERAL TO BE TUESDAY

            The funeral for Leona Blue Fields, of Brunswick will be held Tuesday in the chapel of Collins’ Funeral Home. The Rev. Earl S. James will officiate at the 2 p.m. service and interment will follow in the Blue Cemetery at Brookman.
            Mrs. Fields died Sept. 4 at the Glynn-Brunswick Memorial Hospital after an extended illness.
            Pallbearers will be men of the family and friends.
            The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight from 7 until 8 o’clock.
            She is survived by two sons, Elliot Fields of Brunswick and Donald Fields of Grand, Bahamas; two sisters, Lillie B. Williams of Brunswick and Oliva [sic] B. Staten of Washington, D.C.; four grandchildren; one great grandson; several nieces and nephews and other relatives.
            Mrs. Fields was a life-long resident of Glynn County, a member of First Bryant Baptist Church and was retired.
            The family will be at the residence of Lillie Williams, 1515 Amherst St.
            Collins’ Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FINNELL, A.M.
The Brunswick News; Sunday 16 October 1927; pg. 8 col. 3

            A.M. Finnell, who has conducted a store on Glynn avenue near the ??? Lanier swimming pool, passed away suddenly last night at his home on Atlantic avenue and although his death was a shock to his family and friends, it has been known that he has been in ill health for some time.  It is stated that apoplexy was the cause of his death.
            Besides his wife deceased leaves a daughter, Miss Lucy Finnell, and a son, Harold Finnell, both of whom reside here.
            The funeral will be held from Edo Miller's chapel on Newcastle street at 4 o'clock this afternoon and services will be conducted by Rev. W.P. Blevins of the First Methodist church.  Interment will be in Palmetto cemetery.
            The death of Mr. Finnell has caused genuine sorrow, not only to the members of his family, but to his many friends as well.

 

FINNELL, Edith Ebert
The Brunswick News; Monday 16 September 1957; pg. 12, col. 6

            Mrs. Edith Ebert Finnell, resident of Brunswick since 1918, died at the family residence, 1720 Macon Avenue, yesterday afternoon after an extended illness.
            Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock in the chapel of the Edo Miller & Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. W.C. Bryant, pastor of the McKendree Methodist Church, officiating.
            Active pallbearers will be:  Johnny Carr, John A. Harvey, S. Hadley Brown, Bill Brown, Emmett Lott, and Dr. J.B. Avera.
            Mrs. Finnell, a native of Toledo, Iowa, was the widow of the late Alexander M. Finnell.
            Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. James L. Olsen; one son, Harold C. Finnell, both of Brunswick, and two grandchildren, Harold M. Finnell and James L. Olsen, Jr. of Brunswick.

 

FINNELL, Margaret K.
The Brunswick News; Wednesday 26 December 1979; pg. 2A, col. 5

            Mrs. Margaret K. Finnell, 70, a resident of 2015 Norwich Street, died Monday in the hospital after a brief illness.
            She was a native of Oil City, Pennsylvania, and had been a resident of Brunswick since 1943, coming from Terrell County.
            She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Nina Murray, Nicholasville, Kentucky; Mrs. Sandy Thomas, Westville, Florida; Mrs. Virginia Adams; and Mrs. Nolean Daniels, both of Brunswick; a son, William Shoaff, Jr., Brunswick; a sister Mrs. Mildred Perry, Bethel, Vermont; 15 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
            Funeral services will be Friday at 11 a.m. at the Salvation Army Church with Major Tom Richmond officiating.  Interment will follow in Palmetto Cemetery. 
            Active pallbearers will be Troy DeLucas, Gene Minchew, Floyd Williams, Jimmy Joiner, Sidney Jennings, Leon Usher, Gene Evans, Ronnie McGraw, and Mac McMonigle.
            The body will remain in the funeral home and will be placed in the church an hour prior to services.
            Edo Miller & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FISH, John W.
Macon Telegraph (Macon, GA); Tuesday 30 October 1888; pg. 5 col. 2

[Add to existing obit]

THE SUICIDE OF MR. FISH—More of the Causes Which Probably Led to His Sad Death.

            The suicide of Mr. Fish in Brunswick possesses an interest to Macon for the reason that only a few days ago a Macon man married his daughter.  The Brunswick Morning News gives these further particulars:
            The story of Mr. Fish’s life is a sad one.  From what can be learned he was a man that had seen better days.  He was born of wealthy parents in northern Kentucky; had been given a fine education, and until manhood had been accustomed to luxury and idleness.  He married a New York lady of refinement and culture.  When the war came it swept away their home in Kentucky.  After the war they grew poorer each year.  Mr. Fish began drinking, and from bad to worse they moved from place to place until they came to Brunswick where they did not see the best of this world’s good things, and fortune was not favorable in her smiles.  Mrs. D.T. Dunn discovered that Mrs. Fish and herself were from the same town and took quite an interest in her, and when Hanover park was enclosed, and the city decided to beautify it, Mr. Dunn secured the place of park-keeper for Mr. Fish, as everybody in this city knows, was devoted to his work, and his very life seemed wrapt [sic] up in the flowers, and he guarded them with jealous care.
            A few years ago his only son died and he never ceased to grieve for the boy.  Early this summer his wife went north to visit her people and report said that she would not return to her poverty stricken home.  His only remaining child, a young lady, remained until last Tuesday, when she was married to a young man of Macon, and left for the home of her husband.  A few nights ago some miscreant under cover of night, cut down some of the most choice flowers in the park.  Then, too, a good deal has been said of late, in politics, concerning the wisdom of keeping a man on a salary to watch after the park.  All of these things preyed on his mind, and it has been noticed by several people of late that he was very moody and peculiar.  He had a conversation with Mr. J.R. Cook a day or two since, in which Mr. Cook thought that Mr. Fish was not balanced in mind.  The supposition is that he brooded over his troubles until he felt that he had no friends; that his family and all that were dear had gone or deserted him, and in a fit of desperation he took away his own life.

 

The Brunswick Weekly Advertiser-Appeal; Friday 2 November 1888; pg. 6 col. 3

PARK POLICEMAN FISH Takes his own Life by Blowing his Brains Out.

            Park Policeman J.W. Fish shot himself last Saturday with a .38 calibre Smith & Wesson pistol whilst seated in a chair in his kitchen.
            Mrs. Fish has been away for some time visiting relatives and friends in New York and Kentucky.  Miss Ella Fish, the daughter, was married two days before to Mr. Jas. McRea, of Macon, so there were none of the family at home, except Mr. Fish.
            A gentleman named Barnard and his family from Florida occupy rooms upstairs in Mr. Fish’s house.  About seven o’clock in the morning Mr. Barnard heard the report of the pistol, and found on coming down stairs Mr. Fish seated in a chair in the kitchen, pistol still in hand and his head leaning back against the window, with a ghastly hole in his right temple and the blood and brains oozing out.
            Policeman Dubberly was soon on the ground and took charge.  The writer got to the scene shortly after, and found that life was extinct.
            Those who have seen most of him lately, state that he has been quite low spirited of late, saying that he would lose his place as Park Policeman in the new deal in politics this winter, and that he has been drinking heavily of late.
            We could find no writing of any kind except an unsealed envelope on the bureau in his room, addressed to Mrs. Jas. McRea, No. 454 Oak street, Macon, Ga., containing a post office notice of registered letter in post office for Miss Ella Fish.

 

FISH, Mary Elizabeth (Waite)
The Brunswick Daily News; Tuesday 15 December 1908; pg. 5 col. 2

MRS. MARY FISH DEAD—Passed Away at the Cypress Mills Sunday Morning

            Mrs. Mary Fish, an old resident of Brunswick, passed away Sunday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jas. McRae, at the cypress mills, after an illness of a few weeks.
            Mrs. Fish has resided in Brunswick for many years and was an estimable woman and had a large circle of friends who will regret to learn of her death.  She was 70 years of age and is survived by a number of relatives.
            The funeral took place yesterday afternoon from St. Jude’s Episcopal church, Rev. Powell officiating.

 

FISH, Oliver H.
Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 24 October 1885; pg. 6 col. 4

DEATH OF MR. O.H. FISH

            On Sunday last this gentleman passed away suddenly, the victim of a congestive chill.  He was at the breakfast table apparently in good health and spirits, though he had been unwell for several days, and at noon he was a corpse.  His death was a shock to our people, he being well known and much liked and respected.  His stricken relatives, and especially that aged mother, have our most sincere circumstances.  His funeral took place on Monday, and was largely attended.  He was interred with military honors by the Riflemen, of which he was a member.  Our band, of which he was also at one time a member, participated in the ceremonies.

CARD OF THANKS—EDITORS ADVERTISER AND APPEAL:—Please allow us, through your columns, gratefully to acknowledge the kind ministrations of the good people of this city during the brief fatal illness of our son, O.H. Fish.  To the band and military company, the ladies making floral offerings, and to the large concourse in attendance at the funeral obsequies, we tender sincere gratitude.  The demonstrations of such sympathy will be a treasured memory in connection with the almost crushing bereavement of THE FAMILY.

 

FISSE, George W.E.  (Rev.)
The Savannah Tribune; Saturday 18 May 1889; pg. 1 col. 1

            Rev. G.W.E. Fisse, Episcopal missionary, died at Brunswick, Ga., on Tuesday.  All efforts to get Mr. Fisse to give the names of relations failed. His trunk was searched, but no clew [sic] to his home was found.  It is thought it is Philadelphia or Baltimore.

 

FITZGERALD, Adeline H. (Leland)
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 19 February 1907; pg. 1 col. 3

DEATH OF MRS. A.H. FITZGERALD—Passed Away at Lumber City Sunday Afternoon

            Mrs. A.H. Fitzgerald died at Lumber City Sunday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Harris, after an illness of five weeks. The remains were brought to Brunswick yesterday and the funeral occurred at 3 o’clock from the Presbyterian church of which the deceased was a lifelong member.
            The news of her death brought sadness to many old friends here who knew and loved her during her long residence in Brunswick for her kindly charitable nature, her sincere womanly character and her devout Christian life.
            The deceased leaves three daughters, two of whom were with her in her last hours. Because of illness in their immediate families neither was able to attend the funeral.
            The funeral was largely attended, Rev. F.D. Thomas officiating. The choir sang Lead Kindly Light and Asleep in Jesus. The pallbearers were Messrs. Claude Way, H.S. McCrary, J.J. Spears, W.H. Harris, F.L. Stacy and J.B. Tait.

FIVEASH, Edna Timmerman
The Brunswick News; Monday 6 January 1936; pg. 8 col. 3

MRS. A.E. FIVEASH, ILL MANY MONTHS, DIES IN ATLANTA

            Mrs. Edna Timmerman Fiveash, 41, wife of A.E. Fiveash, passed away at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta at 11 o’clock today following a long illness.
            Mrs. Fiveash during the past several months had undergone two or three operations in efforts made to spare her life and as a last resort she was carried to Atlanta some three weeks ago for treatment, but her condition gradually became worse, and for the past two or three days she had been lingering between life and death.  She suffered to a great extent during her long illness.
            Mrs. Fiveash was a native of Stockton, Ga.  She removed here with her husband about 15 years ago and during these years she had endeared herself to an unusually large number of friends, who will be grieved to learn of her death.
            Hopes for her recovery were held out, despite the fact that her condition had been considered serious for some time.  On Saturday information was received here that her condition was critical and relatives and friends left here immediately to be at her bedside.
            Mrs. Fiveash is survived by her husband, one daughter, Eugenia, 12, her mother, Mrs. A.H. Timmerman, of Stockton; four brothers, H.H., R.S. and O.O., of Atlanta, and J.W. Timmerman, of Stockton; three sisters, Mrs. O.E. Taylor, Mobile, and Mrs. E.D. Harrell and Mrs. Leon Johnson of Stockton.
            Funeral services will be held here tomorrow afternoon at 3 o’clock from the First Baptist church, conducted by the pastor, the Rev. C.C. Davison.  The following friends will act as pallbearers:  J.N. Parham, J.L. Owens, J.H. Hopkins, G.C. Ratcliffe, Ben Grantham, H.W. Kilby.  Mortician Edo Miller is in charge of funeral arrangements.

 

FLANDERS, Carlethia
The Brunswick News; Wednesday 20 January 1993; pg. 3A col. 4

SERVICE THURSDAY FOR CARLEATHIA FLANDERS

            The funeral for Carlethia Flanders of Brunswick will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the magnolia Christian Methodist Episcopal Church with the Revs. C.W. Whitfield and M.C. Pettiegrew officiating.  Burial will follow in Flanders Cemetery in Brookman.
            She died Jan. 14 in the Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center.
            Pallbearers will be church deacons Morrison Waye, Calvin Waye, James Clinch Sr., Lewis Johnson and Sam Lee.
            Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Myers and James Myers.
            The family will receive friends at the Brunswick Funeral Home tonight from 7 until 8 p.m.
            Surviving are one brother James Manley and three aunts.
            The Brookman native was self-employed as the owner of Flanders Café and was a member of Magnolia C.M.E. church and the church choir.

 

FLANDERS, Charles E.
The Brunswick News; Wednesday 9 April 1902; pg. 1 col. 2

FUNERAL NOTICE—The friends and acquaintances of Charles E. Flanders and family are respectfully requested to attend his funeral from the Episcopal church today, at 3:30 o’clock, p.m.

 

The Brunswick News; Wednesday 9 April 1902; pg. 4 col. 3

VETERAN OF THREE WARS—CAPT. CHAS. E. FLANDERS, AN OLD LANDMARK PASSED AWAY YESTERDAY

            Captain Chas. E. Flanders, a veteran of three wars and one of the most highly esteemed citizens in this section, died at his home in this city at an early hour yesterday morning.
            Captain Flanders’ military experience has been notable in many ways and during three bloody contests in the last sixty years, he has been closely in touch with its fiercest ravages. He first saw military life in the famous Mexican war and during that period held  many positions of trust in the army service of his country, and, up to his death, was receiving pensions for gallant service in that conflict. During that war he served as a private in the Floyd Rifles, of Macon, Ga. Later, when the war cry was sounded again and the Union was called upon to defend itself against the Indians, he responded promptly and saw service during that famous scene of carnage which is well recorded in the nation’s history.
            He removed to Brunswick from Macon in the early fifties and a few years later, when strife between the states was announced, and the Civil war resulted, for the third time, he took up arms and marched away to the Virginias as second lieutenant in the Brunswick Riflemen. In this war he was signally honored by the Confederacy, and at one time was detached from his regular command by Colonel John Scriven for the purpose of assisting in the construction of the Confederate navy. His work in this line was done at Savannah and other points on the Carolina river, and for this distinguished service he was breveted to the rank of captain by President Davis upon the recommendation of Colonel Screven.
            When this bloody conflict ended and Appomattox saw the fate of the Confederacy, Captain Flanders returned to Brunswick, rejoined his old command, the Brunswick Riflemen, and was made quartermaster of the command. When old years came upon him and the work was too active for him the company made him it’s “father,” and from that day to the present he has held that very loving position in the hearts of his youthful comrades, and a life-size picture of the gallant old warrior is now one of the valuable emblems decorating the armory of the Riflemen.
            Captain Flanders, during his long life in Brunswick, has held many positions of trust and honor, he was a consistent member of the Episcopal church, and besides a devoted wife, leaves six children to mourn his loss. Last night a detachment from the Brunswick Riflemen were detained as an honorary guard and were in charge of the remains.
            The funeral will occur at 3 o’clock today at St. Mark’s Episcopal church, with full military honors, and the remains will be laid to rest in that hallowed spot, where thousands of old soldiers are sleeping their last sleep—Oak Grove cemetery.
            In connection with Captain Flander’s [sic] death it may be of interest to say that the entire city is bowed in deepest mourning, and the funeral today promises to be the most imposing cortege in Brunswick’s history.
            The military record of the deceased is unique, in that it is not likely that half dozen veterans now living can lay claim to as many wars and as many deeds of valor as has fallen to his lot.

 

FLANDERS, James Wilson
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 1 February 2000; pg. 4A col. 1

J. WILSON FLANDERS—J. Wilson Flanders, 87, of Brunswick died today at Brian Center on St. Simons Island.  Arrangements will be announced by Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home.

The Brunswick News; Wednesday 2 February 2000; pg. 4A col. 1

J. WILSON FLANDERS

            J. Wilson Flanders, 87, of Brunswick died Tuesday at Brian Center Inn on St. Simons Island.
            The funeral will be 2 p.m. Thursday in the chapel of Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home with the Revs. James Crandall and Thomas McMillan officiating.  Burial will follow in Palmetto Cemetery.
            The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 tonight at the funeral home.  Memorial contributions can be made to the First Baptist Church of Brunswick, the American Cancer Society.
            Pallbearers will be Richard Butler, Robert Zell, Richard Zell, Harley N. Brown, Brad Brown and Harry Ward.
            Honorary pallbearers will be Marvin Clark, the men’s bible class of First Baptist Church and Drs. William G. Grubb, Rudolf Nunnemann and Lana Skelton.
            Surviving are a brother, Henry Corbin Flanders of Georgetown, S.C., and several nieces and nephews.
            A native of Swainsboro, Mr. Flanders had made his home in Brunswick since 1940, when he moved here to work in the shipyard.  He was associated with Glynn Cleaners and Laundry for many years and was a member of First Baptist Church.

 

FLANDERS, Jewell (Mitchell)
The Brunswick News; Friday 23 February 1990; pg. 3A col. 4

JEWELL FLANDERS DIES THURSDAY

            Jewell Mitchell Flanders, 78, a resident of Brunswick, died in the Glynn-Brunswick Memorial Hospital Thursday night after an extended illness.
            The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Twitty Chapel of the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert Long and the Rev. Jimmy Crandall officiating.
            Honorary pallbearers will be the Adult Men’s and Women’s Class of the First Baptist Church.
            The body will remain in the funeral home and will be placed in the church one hour prior to service.  The family requests that those wishing make memorial contributions to the building fund of the First Baptist Church of Brunswick.
            She is survived by her husband, James Wilson Flanders of Brunswick, and several cousins.
            Mrs. Flanders was a native of Wilcox County and had been a resident of Brunswick since 1942.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Brunswick and was very active in the church.
            She was a retired teacher at the Sidney Lanier Elementary School and was a graduate of the Georgia State College for Women at Milledgeville.
            Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FLEMING, Alice Eugenia (Jones)
The Atlanta Constitution (Atlanta, GA); Saturday 9 November 1889; pg. 2 col 3

BURNED TO DEATH—The Terrible fate of An Atlanta Lady in Brunswick.

            BRUNSWICK, Ga., November 8.—[Special.]—About 7 o’clock tonight a human pillar of fire was seen running down Egmont street. Terrific screams attracted a crowd, which ran to the burning figure. A blanket was hastily thrown from a window. The fire was extinguished, and the unfortunate victim was found to be Mrs. Dudley Fleming, formerly Miss Alice Jones, of Atlanta, the wife of an engineer on the Brunswick and Western road. The burns are pronounced fatal and death is expected hourly. The dying woman sent for Rev. Mr. McCook, and the scene at the bedside was touching. The accident was caused by lighting a fire with kerosene oil. Mrs. Fleming leaves three children, boys. Her mother and brother are expected from Atlanta today. Spectators pronounce it the most heartrending scene ever witnessed in Brunswick.

 

FLEMING, Charlton Wright
The Brunswick News; Monday 6 July 1964; pg. 16 col. 4

C.W. FLEMING, LIFE RESIDENT, TAKEN BY DEATH

            Charlton Wright Fleming, 72, died last night at the Brunswick hospital.
            Fleming was a lifelong resident of Brunswick and resided at 718 Carpenter Street.  He was a member of the American Legion, the First Methodist Church and a former steward of the church.  A member of the Brunswick Country Club, he was at one time an outstanding golfer.  He was also a veteran of World War I, serving with the Navy.
            Fleming for many years was a member of the personnel department at Hercules Powder Co. and was the safety supervisor.  He retired about seven years ago.
            Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Kate McKay Fleming, Brunswick; two brothers, Malcolm and Sydney Fleming, both of Brunswick; one aunt, Mrs. Bessie Wright, Brunswick; two nephews and several cousins.
            Funeral services, under the direction of the Edo Miller & Sons Funeral Home, will be held tomorrow at 4:30 p.m. at the First Methodist Church with Rev. Bernard Brown officiating.  Interment will be in Brunswick Memorial Park Cemetery.
            Active pallbearers will be George Bosserdet, Marshall Byers, Charles Gowen, Harry Parker, J.W. Cloer, R.B. McGoogan, Sr., Eddie Parker, A.H. Reu, Julian Bennet and Judge Frank M. Scarlett.  The Quarter Century Club of the Hercules Powder Company of which he was a member will serve as honorary escort.
            The body will remain in the chapel of the funeral home until the service.

 

FLEMING, George Wright
The Brunswick News; Friday 15 August 1902; pg. 1 col. 1

DEATH OF A CHILD—Little George Fleming Passed Away Yesterday

            George the little son of Mr. and Mrs. P.W Fleming died yesterday morning after two weeks’ illness, with a complication of diseases. During his illness all that the best medical skill and devoted nursing could perform for the little sufferer was done but the frail body and delicate constitution were unable to withstand the progress of the malady, and at length the little one found rest in the sleep that knows no earthly waking. George was a very bright, winsome little fellow and during his short five years of life he had won a warm spot in the hearts of his relatives and friends and was the joy of his parents. In the aching void his death has left, his memory alone must live and He who gave and hath taken away will comfort those who grieve for the loved little one whose place is vacant. The bereaved family have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. The funeral will occur this morning from the residence at nine o’clock, Rev. Rede officiating.
            The following gentlemen will act as pallbearers: Drs. Hugh Burford, R.E.L. Burford, A.C. Blain, and Mr. R.R. Hopkins.

 

FLEMING, Ida A. (McKennon)
The Brunswick Times-Advertiser; Monday 5 March 1894; pg. 4 col. 2

MRS. I.A. FLEMING DEAD—Mrs. I.A. Fleming died last Sunday morning, of consumption, after a long illness.  She leaves a husband to mourn her loss.  Mrs. Fleming was a daughter of Mrs. Oakley.  The funeral services were conducted at First Methodist church yesterday afternoon at 3 o’clock by Rev. J.M. Lovett, and the remains were interred in Palmetto cemetery.  The T.A. joins with the community in expressing condolences to the bereaved relatives.

 

FLEMING, Louis Alfred
The Augusta Chronicle (Augusta, GA); Friday 1 April 1898; pg. 3 col. 1

LOUIS FLEMING DROWNED—Was Cashier of Savings and Trust Company—Indications Point to Suicide.

            Savannah, March 31.—Special from Brunswick to the Morning News says.
            Cashier Louis Fleming, of the Brunswick Savings and Trust company, was drowned today.  Indications point to suicide, but several theories are advanced.  Bank officials announced that his cash and book accounts are straight except for an error in addition of $100 on his discount book.
            Bank Examiner Speer reached Brunswick today.  He checked up Mr. Fleming’s cash and it proved correct.  He then checked his books and found the small error of $100.  Fleming’s attention was called to the error.  He put on his hat and said he would be back shortly.  Two hours afterward his body was found floating in the river.
            A run commenced on the bank.  All demands were promptly met and the bank remained open 15 minutes after banking hours to pay depositors.
            It is believed that today when Examiner Speer spoke of the small error that Mr. Fleming became temporarily unbalanced.  He had been working unusually hard, day and night, for months, and his high strung, sensitive nature is believed to have given way.  He is believed to have misunderstood the examiner and taken the remark as a reflection on his honor.

 

The Enquirer-Sun (Columbus, GA); Friday 1 April 1898; pg. 2 col. 4

CASHIER FLEMING COMMITS SUICIDE—His Body Was Found Floating in Oglethorpe Bay at Noon on Yesterday—HIS ACCOUNTS CORRECT—He Has Some Disagreement With Bank Examiner Speer, Who Was Making an Examination of the Bank Books He Kept.

            Brunswick, March 31.—L.A. Fleming, cashier of the Brunswick Savings and Trust company, lies a corpse on the wharf at Rosendo Torras.  His body was found floating in the Oglethorpe bay at half past 12 today.  It is supposed that he committed suicide.
            Bank Examiner W.A. Speer is in the city and was making an examination of the bank.  About half past 10 he and Fleming were going over the bank papers and checking up various items.  It is said they had some contention about an item and Fleming became angry and excited and took his hat and left the bank, saying he would return in a few minutes.  The next heard of him was a telephone message stating the body of a man had been found in Oglethorpe bay.
            Investigation proved it to be Fleming.
            Fleming belongs to one of the most prominent families in southern Georgia.  His father, T.O. Fleming, was from Liberty county, and they have many relatives throughout the state.
            Louis Fleming was known by nearly everybody in Brunswick and had the confidence of all.
            It is said that his accounts are all right and that there is no shortage.  His was an extremely sensitive nature.  No other solution of the mystery is offered.
            He was married to Miss Minnie Cargyle, well known in many cities in Georgia, and most highly esteemed here.  On the 5th day of last November the young couple began life under unusually happy auspices.
            The bride is prostrated with inexpressible grief.  His mother’s heart is almost broken.  No sadder event has ever occurred in Brunswick.  His friends think the drowning may have been accidental.
            Bank Examiner Speer has completed the count of the cash and finds every cent called for by the books in the vaults.  Vice-President Aiken states that his accounts are absolutely correct as ascertained by the examination made today.  A slight run was made on the bank, but it is in condition to meet any run.
            So soon as the facts are known confidence will be restored and there will be no further trouble.  The bank does not owe a dollar on rediscounts and has no liability whatever except to depositors.

 

The Darien Gazette; Saturday 2 April 1898; pg. 3 col. 4

The sad news of the suicide of Mr. Louis A. Flemming [sic], cashier of one of the Brunswick banks, reached Darien on Wednesday.

 

The Enquirer-Sun (Columbus, GA); Saturday 2 April 1898; pg. 5 col. 5

FLEMING’S FUNERAL—It Was One of the Saddest Events in Brunswick’s History.

            Brunswick, April 1.—The funeral services over Louis A. Fleming were held from St. Mark’s Episcopal church this afternoon.  The eight young men who acted as groomsmen at his marriage on the 4th of last November were pall-bearers.
            Nothing so sad as this death has ever occurred in Brunswick.  The death is still shrouded in mystery.  A full investigation of the banks affairs furnishes no explanation.  So extremely cautious and accurate was he that suicide could only be accounted for upon the theory that the consciousness of having made a slight error involving only $100 temporarily unbalanced his mind.
            Many of his friends think he went on the wharf to find his brother and fell accidentally into the water.  There is no trouble with the bank today.  So great was public confidence in Fleming here there was no run at all.  Bank Examiner Speer says he and Fleming did not have any unpleasant words.

 

FLEMING, Susan Eliza (Wilson)
Brunswick Weekly Advertiser & Appeal; Friday 9 March 1888; pg. 6 col. 2

            Mrs. Thos. W. Fleming, of Newton, Baker county, died Tuesday.  Mr. P.W. Fleming, her son, left here next morning to attend her funeral.  She was one of the purest of women, a most devoted mother and wife, and a christian in its truest sense.  Mr. P.W. Fleming has the sympathy of our whole people.

 

FLEMING, Thomas Q.
The Brunswick News; Wednesday 19 May 1971; pg. 16A col. 2

T.Q. FLEMING, 92, DIES ON TUESDAY

            Thomas Q. Fleming, 92, widely known Brunswick resident, died last night in Milledgeville after an extended illness.
            Prior to his retirement, Fleming had engaged in the lumber business here for approximately 70 years.
            Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Betty Virgini, Charlotte, N.C., and a son, Thomas Fleming Jr., Bennettsville, S.C.
            Graveside services and interment will be held in Jesup Friday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Dari Thomas of Brunswick officiating.
            The Miles-Odum Funeral Home of Waycross is in charge.

 

FLINT, Benjamin Edward
The Brunswick Call; Tuesday 3 May 1898; pg. 1 col. 6

DEATH OF MR. B.E. FLINT—An Aged Brunswickian Died Sunday Morning.

            Mr. B.E. Flint, father of Mrs. C.P. Goodyear and Mrs. F.M. McBrown, after an illness of several weeks, breathed his last early Sunday morning.
            Mr. Flint was a pioneer citizen of Brunswick and as a man was esteemed and respected by all classes of people for his many noble qualities.
            The funeral occurred from the First Baptist church at eleven o’clock yesterday morning, Rev. W.W. Gilmore officiating.

 

FLINT, George Barstow
The Brunswick News; Thursday 5 January 1928; pg. 8 col. 3

OLD RESIDENT OF BRUNSWICK DEAD

            G.B. Flint, 72 years of age, and a former well known resident of Brunswick, passed away in Anniston, Ala., last night, following an illness of several days.  S.W. Goodyear, a nephew of the deceased, left Brunswick Saturday for Anniston in response to a telegram announcing the serious illness of his uncle.
            Mr. Flint was a brother of Mrs. C.P. Goodyear, Sr., and years ago made his home in Brunswick.  The body will be brought to this city for interment, but definite funeral arrangements had not been completed today.  The body is expected to arrive tomorrow morning and the funeral will be held some time during the day.

 

FLORENCE, Lucretia “Lula” Frances (Demery)
Online News Article; TheTimesNews.com

Mrs. Lucretia "Lula" Frances Florence
April 17, 2007 6:46 PM

BURLINGTON—Mrs. Lucretia "Lula" Frances Florence, 83, of 2247 Simpson Road, passed away on April 13, 2007, at the Hospice Home.
            A native of Glynn County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Hezekiah and Josephine Demery.
            She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Cleo Florence of the home; two sons, Cleo Florence and Seth Florence of New York City; two daughters, Rita F. Allen and Arlene Florence, both of New York City; 17 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.
            The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 19, at Green Level Christian Church.  Interment will be in the church cemetery.
            Viewing will be at David B. Lawson Mortuary Inc. in Graham from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today.  Sign the guest book online at [link removed].

 

FLORRID, Lewis Jr.
Brunswick Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 15 July 1882; pg. 6 col. 2

            Died on the 13th inst., Lewis Florrid, Jr., of this city, of typhoid fever.  He was eighteen years old.

 

FLORRID, Louis
Waycross Daily Journal; Monday 2 June 1913; pg. 4 col. 4

DEATH TAKES MR. LOUIS FLORRID

            Sunday morning shortly after nine o’clock Mr. Louis Florrid, aged 84, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. C.H. Lang, at 47 Roosevelt street.  He had been ill but a short time.
            Besides his daughter the deceased is survived by two sons, J.B. Florrid, of Jacksonville and W.A. Florrid of Atlanta.  Funeral services conducted by Rev. O.F. Cook and Rev. W.H. Scruggs, were held Sunday afternoon at 5 o’clock, and the remains were taken this morning to Brunswick for interment.  The pall bearers, all Confederate Veterans, were E. Cottingham, T.L. Brown, J.W. Strickland, R.D. Harris, J.A. Sweat, and J.M. Swicord.  W.L. Hinson Company had charge of the funeral arrangements.

 

FLORRID, Minerva (Townsend)
The Brunswick News; Thursday 6 January 1910; pg. 1 col. 2

PASSED AWAY IN WAYCROSS—Old Resident of Brunswick Died in That City Yesterday.

            News was received in the city yesterday afternoon announcing the death of Mrs. L. Florrid, which occurred in Waycross at 1 o’clock yesterday.
            Mrs. Florrid was an old resident of Brunswick, residing in this city the great portion of her life. She was well known among an unusually large circle of friends, who will be grieved to learn of her death. For many years Mrs. Florrid, with her husband and family, lived here and was among the oldest inhabitants of the city. With her husband she removed to Waycross a few years ago.
            The remains will arrive in Brunswick today for burial. The funeral services will be held in Waycross and the remains will be borne from the noon Coast Line train to Oak Grove cemetery where the interment will occur.
            Mrs. Florrid is survived by her husband and two children, W.A. Florrid, of Atlanta, and Mrs. C.H. Lang, of Waycross.

 

The Brunswick News; Friday 7 January 1910; pg. 1 col. 1

FUNERAL OF MRS. FLORRID—Remains Arrived from Waycross on Coast Line Yesterday.

            The funeral of Mrs. M. Florrid occurred yesterday, shortly after noon upon the arrival of the A.C.L. train from Waycross, and a large number of Brunswick friends of this former well-known Brunswick woman attended the funeral. The interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery. Concerning the death and funeral services of Mrs. Florrid the Waycross Herald of yesterday said:
            The funeral services of Mrs. M. Florrid occurred this morning at 9 o’clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Lang on Owens boulevard. Mrs. Florrid was born in Madison county in 1831 and was Miss Minerva Townsend. She, with her husband, made their home here for some time with their daughter, Mrs. Lang and had a number of friends here. Rev. J.B. Thrasher and Rev. Jenkins conducted the service. The remains were taken to Brunswick at 10 o’clock for burial. The pallbearers were: V.L. Stanton, H.J. Benton, Dr. W.K. Meeks, W.D. Youmans, W.W. Sharpe, T.S. Paschal.

 

FLOWERS, Carl M.
The Brunswick News; Monday 29 May 1978; pg. 2 col. 4

CARL FLOWERS TO BE BURIED TUESDAY

            Funeral services for Carl Flowers, Sr., who died at the Heritage Inn Nursing Home Wednesday, will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at Bryant Baptist Church with the Rev. J.F. Mann officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.
            He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Verdine Grant and Mrs. Ruby Ross of Brunswick; one son, Carl Flowers, Jr. of Chicago, Ill.; two sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Johnson, of Atlanta, and Mrs. Ocee Williams of Orlando, Fla.; one brother, Cecil Flowers of New York, and four nieces, six grandchildren, five great grandchildren and many friends and relatives.
            Halls Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.

FLOWERS, Herman
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 9 April 1985; pg. 3A col. 3

FLOWERS RITES TO BE HELD HERE TOMORROW

            The funeral for Herman Flowers of Brunswick will be held Wednesday.
            Flowers, 70, died April 4 at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah.
            The Rev. R.J. Wingard will officiate at the 4 p.m. rites at First African Baptist Church. Interment will be at Mt. Sinai Cemetery in Waverly.
            Pallbearers will be the sons of the deceased.
            Flowers was a native of Camden County and had lived in Tampa, Fla. several years prior to returning to Brunswick.
            He is survived by six sons, Eugene T. Flowers, Ervin H. Flowers, Earl M. Flowers, Charles E. Flowers, Harry D. Flowers, all of Brunswick, and Lenton Flowers of Detroit, Mich., four daughters, Agnes Holcomb, Lutheria Mack, Vernia L. Smith and Louise Flowers, all of Brunswick; three sisters, Ernie Bell Flowers, Florence Jackson, both of Brunswick, and Julia Wilson of Tampa, 24 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and other relatives.
            The body will be taken to the church at 3 p.m. to await the hour of services.
            The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight from 6:30 until 8 o’clock. They will also be at 919 Cleburne St.
            Collins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FLOWERS, Theodore “Tiger”
Historical Newspapers, Birth, Marriage, & Death Announcements, 1851-2003; The Atlanta Constitution; 17 November 1927

TIGER FLOWERS IS DEAD AFTER MINOR ILLNESS—“Georgia Deacon,” Ex-Ring Champion, Dies Suddenly in New York Hospital.

            New York, November 16.—(AP)—“Tiger” Flowers, the taciturn negro “Praying Deacon” who formerly ruled the middleweight boxing ranks, died shortly after 8 p.m. tonight in a private hospital here following a comparatively minor operation.
            The Atlanta, Ga., battler submitted to an operation for removal of a growth above his right eye at 3 o’clock this afternoon.  Although he came out of the either [sic] in “fair” condition, he suffered a sinking spell soon afterward and was rushed back to the operating room, where he failed to rally.
            Flowers, a deacon in a church at Atlanta, Ga., where he made his home, wore the famous “Tiger” bathrobe that has appeared in rings all over the country when he walked to the operating room this afternoon.  After a few breaths of ether he murmured his last words:  “If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take.”
            The man who lost his title to Flowers—Harry Greb) died in a hospital at Atlantic City in October, 1926, under almost the same circumstances.  Flowers was beaten for the title in Chicago by Mickey Walker on December 3 of the same year.
            The negro battler, one of the busiest of present-day fighters, won 19 contests this year and seemed due for another chance at his old title due to legal measures planned at Madison Square Garden today to secure a match with Mickey Walker.  Flowers fought twice last week, gaining a draw with Maxie Rosenbloom in Detroit November 9 before knocking out Leo Gates, heavyweight, in four rounds here last Saturday.
            Flowers, 32 years old, is survived by a widow and one child.

KNOWN HERE AS THE “WHITEST COLORED MAN.

            Flowers was known in Atlanta as “the whitest colored man in the ring” because of his conduct during his career.  He was always game and he always fought his hardest.  His conduct was unimpeachable and he was one of the most popular fighters the south has ever produced.
            Born at Camilla, Ga., on August 5, 1895, Flowers spent his early days in Brunswick, where he began fighting.  The story among ring followers goes that Walk Miller, back in 1918, sent Billy Hooper, well-known local negro fighter, down to Brunswick to fight Flowers, then an unknown.  Flowers knocked Hooper out in short order and the latter came back with the word that Flowers was a comer and Miller brought him to Atlanta.
            At that time Miller owned a gymnasium at the corner of Forsyth and Hunter streets, and he began putting Flowers in preliminaries.  His gameness and fighting spirit soon began to attract attention and he advanced rapidly.  Under the management of Miller, Flowers was soon fighting better-than-average men and about four years ago made his debut in New York, where he immediately gained popularity.
            Flowers, ofttimes [sic] called the “Fighting Georgia Deacon,” was a prominent church worker among his people and a member of the Butler Street C.M.E. church.
            Once he was established in New York, Flowers kept going up until he got a chance to fight Harry Greb, then holder of the middleweight title.  The fight was 15 rounds, to a decision, and went the entire limit.  Flowers put up one of the great fights of which he was so capable and won the decision.  That was on February 26, 1926.
            Then, on December 3, of the same year, he defended his newly-won crown against the onslaught of Mickey Walker.  The fight was held in Chicago, and went 10 rounds.  Walker was given the decision, which occasioned considerable wrangling and a return bout was the outgrowth of the arguing which followed the fight.
            There was some argument over Walker’s going through with the return bout, and recently the National Boxing association and the New York boxing commission ordered Walker to meet the Georgia ringster.
            The order by the New York body was issued Wednesday and called for a bout within the next five days.
            Shortly after that story clicked in over the wire, bearing the message that meant so much to this popular and game colored man, those same wires again carried a message—announcing his death.  Telling the story of the passing of a great fighter and a good citizen.
            For Flowers was that.  He made a good-sized fortune during his ring career and gave a large part of it to colored churches in Atlanta and Georgia.  He owned a home in Atlanta that is one of the most beautiful in the city.
            But the followers of ring affairs and those connected with it will miss Tiger Flowers, because he was a square shooter and loved by the white man and colored man alike.

 

The Brunswick Pilot; Friday 18 November 1927; pg. 1 col. 5

TIGER FLOWERS DIES SUDDENLY IN NEW YORK

            Theodore (Tiger) Flowers, colored, of Brunswick, former middle weight champion of the world, died suddenly in New York Wednesday morning, following a minor operation for the removal of a growth over one eye.  Tiger Flowers was raised in Brunswick where his father, Aaron Flowers, still resides, with other members of his family.  He entered the ring as a pugilist some twelve years ago under the management of Lee Bailey, colored boxing promoter of the famous L Street Park and became so proficient that he attracted the attention of Walk Miller, promoter of Atlanta, under whose management he steadily climbed the ladder until the championship of his class was his reward.  His loss of the title last year is one of the outstanding scandals of the prize ring, it being generally agreed that he was robbed of it by a grossly inaccurate decision of the referee.
            Flowers, always a steady and ambitious man, was known as the Georgia Deacon, because of his publicly announced interest in religion.  He saved his money and was reputed to be possessed of considerable wealth, among his holdings being a home in Atlanta said to have cost him $65,000.
            Telegrams received here by members of his family and his lodge, indicate that his body will be brought to Brunswick for burial, either Sunday or Monday.  There will be wholesale mourning among the colored population of Brunswick, all of whom revered and respected “Tiger”, who was their idol.  He had a wide acquaintance and close friendships among the white people of the city.  His father is one of the most highly respected colored citizens of the city.

 

FLOWERS, Viola R. (Forrester)
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 13 January 1976; pg. 5 col. 1

FLOWERS FUNERAL TODAY

            The funeral for Mrs. Viola Farrester [sic] Flowers, who died recently at the local hospital after an extended illness, was to be held today at 4 p.m. at the St. Paul Baptist Church.
           
The Rev. W.B. Mattis was to officiate. Interment was to be in Greenwood Cemetery.
            Mrs. Flowers was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church.
            She is survived by her husband, Carl Flowers Sr.; two daughters, Mrs. Verdine Grant and Mrs. Ruby Ross all of Brunswick; a son, Carl Flowers Jr. of Chicago, Ill.; a brother, David Farrester [sic] of Jacksonville, Fla.; a sister, Mrs. Iola Kinchen of Miami, Fla.; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several other relatives.
            Hall Funeral Home was in Charge of Arrangements [sic].

 

FLOWERS, Wilbur Lanier
The Brunswick News; Friday 7 May 1993; pg. 3A col. 6

WILBUR L. FLOWERS DIES IN NASHVILLE

            Former resident Wilbur L. Flowers, 64, of Nashville died Thursday at his residence.
            The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday in the chapel of Lovein Funeral Home in Nashville with burial in the Antioch Cemetery in Cook County.
            Surviving are a daughter, Susan Rose of Woodstock; two sisters, Jo Beth Moore of Nashville and Edna Brown of Moultrie; and four grandchildren.
            The Cook County native had lived in Brunswick for 40 years.  He retired three years ago and moved to Nashville.
            Flowers was a Baptist and had been employed as a sheet metal mechanic.

 

FLOYD, Barbara Joyce (Hill) Alston
The Brunswick News; Friday 17 March 1995; pg. 3A col. 6

SERVICE SATURDAY FOR BARBARA HILL FLOYD

            The funeral for Barbara Hill Floyd of Brunswick will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church with the Rev. Rance Pettibone officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.
            She died Sunday at Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center.
            Pallbearers will be Donald B. Tucker, Paul Amos, Ed Council, Albert Cooper, Alfred Wrice and Ronnie Richardson.
            Honorary pallbearers will be the officers, deacons, deaconess and missionary board of the Frist African Baptist Church.
            The body will be placed in the church one hour before the service and the family will receive friends from 7 to 8 tonight at Brunswick Funeral Home.
            Surviving are her husband, William T. Floyd of Brunswick; a stepson, Tyrone Floyd of Brunswick; four stepdaughters, Voncella “Bonnie” Thompkins of Brunswick, Valarie Harris, Belenda Jackson and Rosalyn E. Bennett, all of Miami; 19 grandchildren and a great-grandchild.
            The Glynn County native was a member of First African Baptist Church. She was the former administrator at the Adult Education Center and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority. She was a retired teacher with the Glynn County School System.

 

FLOYD, Elmo Clifton
The Brunswick News; Monday 10 May 1982; pg. 2A col. 3

FUNERAL TUESDAY FOR ELMO FLOYD OF ST. SIMONS

            Services for Elmo Clifton Floyd, of St. Simons Island, who died 7 May in the Brunswick Hospital, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Emanuel Baptist Church with the Rev. R.J. Leggett officiating. Interment will be in the King Cemetery.
            Mr. Floyd was a member of the Emanuel Baptist Church and was retired from the Sea Island Co. He was a native of Glynn County.
            He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Emma Floyd of St. Simons; one foster son, Thomas Lamar Lawrence; one daughter, Consuelo Floyd; and two sisters, Mrs. Elethia Lotson of St. Simons and Mrs. Irene Spaulding of New York.
            Pallbearers will be Bennie Hillery, Jive Green, Henry Fleming, Herman Osborne, Ben Johnson and Jasper Barnes.
            Honorary pallbearers will be Gus Hargrove, Burnice Bailey and the room service department of the Cloister Hotel.
            The body will be place in the church one hour prior to the funeral, and the family will meet friends at the chapel from 7 until 8 p.m.
            Hall and Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FLOYD, Henry
Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 20 December 1884; pg. 7 col. 1

            Henry Floyd, a darkey who worked for several years at St. Simons Mills, was fatally cut with an axe in Darien, by another “brother in black,” on last Monday.  He died within a few hours, and was brought home on Tuesday to be buried at Butler’s Point.  It is said that his right arm was almost completely cut off at the shoulder.  It is further reported that Henry’s body was most shockingly mutilated.

 

FLOYD, Lizzie
The Atlanta Constitution; Thursday 19 October 1876; col. 4

DEATHS AT BRUNSWICK

            Mrs. Sally Hudson, Miss Sarah M. Roberts, Mrs. Margaret E. Snow, Herbert L. Snow, Dosia Coston, sailor, name unknown, Henry F. Black, Isaac Christian, Netty Cohen, Dr. B.H. Hampton, Sam Chinaman, Henry Cox, Palmer Jones, Wm. R. Cozard, E.B. Courtney, Miss Louisa Hicks, Joseph Goodbread, Stringfellow, steward brig “Laura Gertrude,” sailor, name unknown, Fannie Waters, B.W.H. Davenport, E.W. Kelly, Lizzie Floyd, E.W. Cox, Almander [Alexander?] Peters, Gustave Peters, Mary Shrine, E. Moran, Katie Moran, Geo. Ray, E. Gatchell, Jno Slian, Wm. Kraus, Salvaorn Saverese, sailor, name unknown, M. Bartlett, Phillip Burchard, James Davis, Rosa C. Racetty, Alex A. Williams, Jno. Powers, B.E. Tenniman, ?E Golding, C.A. Bunkley, S.E. Moore, John Peters, Wm. Burns, J.T. Zeigler, C.L. Cole, Mrs. West, Seaborn Jones, C.E. Todt, Oscar Dover, Mrs. Thos. Borne, Mrs. Tuthill, E.C. Tuthill, Mrs. P.N. Blair, T.F. Smith, editor Appeal, Mrs. Margaret Hudson, Wm. Savage, A.J. Smith, lawyer, Chas. Sperr, Anna Bryant, Dr. Taber, Pat Hawkins, Tom Chinaman, Miss Lela Mason, Dr. R. Nobles, Mrs. Gray, W.F. Herzog, W.E. Jones, Eddy Woodwin, sailor, sailor, Thos. Peters, Salson? Green, J.W. Fowler, Mr. Morgan, Captain Roberts’ child.

 

FLOYD, Mary Eugenia (Stephens)
The Florida Times Union (Jacksonville, FL); Thursday 17 October 1946; pg. 21 col. 2

MRS. FLOYD’S RITES ARE SET—Lifelong Resident of City to Be Buried Today.

            Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Eugenia Floyd, 74, who died Tuesday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Vera Danforth, 1920 Farragut Place, will be held at 10 A.M. today in the chapel of the Key-McCabe Funeral Home.  The Rev. Alan R. Chalmers, rector of All Saints’ Episcopal Church, will officiate.
            Pallbearers will be Henry Cornely, Ernest Cumming, Kilpatrick Cross, William Howard, Max Vega and Sam Folds.  Burial will be in St. Nicholas Cemetery.
            A lifelong resident of Jacksonville, Mrs. Floyd was the daughter of the late Richard Swepston and Mary Eugenia Stephens.  She was born February 18, 1872, was a granddaughter of Richard Francis Richard and was the last direct descendant of the Richard generation.  She was the widow of Capt. Theodore Brevard Floyd.
            Besides Mrs. Danforth, Mrs. Floyd is survived by two other daughters, Mrs. Myrtle Floyd Turner of Jacksonville, and Mrs. Mary Eugenia Gardner of Alameda, Calif.; two sons, Marion C. Floyd and Ralph E. Floyd of Jacksonville; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

 

FLOYD, Tom
The Brunswick Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 22 December 1883; pg. 3 col. 1

ST. SIMONS DEPARTMENT—Tom Floyd, a noted African, died very suddenly in a convulsion last week.  Tom was one of the cargo of Africans on the schooner Wanderer, about which such an excitement was produced in Brunswick waters, and the trial and acquittal of her captain before the United States Circuit Court at Savannah.  Tom was also famous among his deluded class as a “medicine man” and manipulator in voodooism and other humbuggery.

 

FLOYD, William
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 16 February 1982; Submitted by Charles E. Pearson

SERVICES TUESDAY FOR WILLIAM FLOYD OF ST. SIMONS

            The funeral for William Floyd, 76, of St. Simons Island, who died Feb. 11 at the Brunswick Hospital, will be held at 2:45 p.m. Tuesday at the First African Baptist Church with the Rev. J.J. Hill officiating.
            Interment will be in Village Cemetery.
            He was a native of Glynn County, retired and a member of First African Baptist Church.
            Survivors include a son, Herbert Floyd of St. Simons; two daughters, Mrs. Ellen Bryan of St. Simons and Mrs. Estella Mae Maxwell of Brunswick; and two brothers, Levie [sic] Davis of St. Simons and Malicia Cyler [sic] of Darien.
            Pallbearers will be Eugene Lewis, Herman Osborne, Dennie Hunter, G.L. Buchanan, Russell White and Mozell Bidding.  Honorary pallbearers will be officers of the church.
            The body will be placed in the church an hour before services.
            Hall and Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FLYNN, J.B.
Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 3 July 1880; pg. 3 col. 2

            Mr. J.B. Flynn, an aged citizen of this city, died last week.  He has been feeble for some time, but has, at last, gone hence.  He was well esteemed by all who knew him.

 

FOLEY, William
The Brunswick Call; Friday 4 August 1899; pg. 1 col. 3

WILLIAM FOLEY—He Passed Away Yesterday After a Long Illness

            Mr. William Foley, son of Capt. Thomas M. Foley, died at the Marine hospital yesterday afternoon after a long illness, suffering with that dreaded disease, consumption.
            Mr. Foley was 21 years old, was unmarried and had many friends in Brunswick who will be grieved to hear of his death.
            The funeral will occur at 9 o’clock this morning, Rev. P.J. Luckie, of St. Xavier’s Catholic church officiating.

The Brunswick Call; Saturday 5 August 1899; pg. 1 col. 3

BURIED YESTERDAY—Mr. Wm. Foley Laid To Rest in Palmetto Cemetery

            The funeral of Mr. William Foley, whose sad death was chronicled in these columns yesterday, occurred at 9 o’clock yesterday morning.  Father P.J. Luckie, of St. Xavier’s Catholic church, officiating; the interment occurring at Oak Grove [sic] cemetery.
            The following young gentlemen acted as pall bearers:  Chas. Doerflinger, Eugene Creamer, James Creamer, and J.S. Newkirk.
            Mr. Foley was a popular young man and the funeral was a large one.

 

FONDA, Frank P.
The Brunswick News; Saturday 25 December 1909; pg. 1 col. 2

FRANK P. FONDA DEAD
Young Man Passed Away Yesterday After a Long Illness

        Frank P. Fonda, son of the late Jacob Fonda, passed away at his house on Albany street yesterday after an illness extending over a period of two years.  Mr. Fonda was 30? years of age and has resided in Brunswick practically all his life, and he was well known among a large circle of friends who will regret to hear of his death.  He is survived by his mother, two sisters, and one brother.
        The funeral will occur from the home this afternoon at 3 o'clock, services being held from the Catholic Church.  The interment will be in Palmetto Cemetery.

 

FOREHAND, Mrs. M.E.
The Brunswick News; Wednesday 27 July 1927; pg. 8 col. 3

Mrs. M.E. Forehand Dies at Home of Daughter

        At the home of her daughter, Mrs. J.M. Dorsey, Jr., 1815 Norwich street, Mrs. M.E. Forehand, of Ty Ty, Ga., passed away at an early hour this morning.  She had been ill for the past three weeks and was brought here some time ago for medical treatment and although everything possible was done for her, the end came peacefully this morning.
        Deceased, who was 79 years of age, has been a member of the Methodist church since early childhood and possessed that Christian character that endeared her to all with whom she came in contact.  In her early life she took great interest in charitable and civic affairs in her community and was a leader in church work.  She is survived by the following daughters.  Mrs. J.M. Dorsey, Jr., Brunswick; Mrs. S.E. Enger, Hazlehurst; Mrs. I.M. Hinton, Macon; Mrs. C.H. Smith, Ty Ty; Mrs. J.H. Holmes, Savannah; Mrs. J.E. Stackhouse, Boston, Mass.; Mrs. J.T. Mathis, Jacksonville, Fla.
        The remains will be shipped over the Southern railway tonight to Hazlehurst and the funeral will be held at Broxton Thursday morning at 10 o'clock.
        The pallbearers will be the deacons of McKendree church who are:  J.A. Brown, W.H. Greenfield, J.B. Gordon, W.L. Downs, J.L. Strayer and B.P. Harris, Jr.

 

FOREMAN, T.M.
Advertiser & Appeal; Vol. 1, No. 26; Wednesday 29 September 1875; pg. 4, col. 1

            We are pained to announce the death of Col. T.M. Foreman, an old and respected citizen.  He died at ten o'clock on Monday night last (Sept. 27, 1875), of hemorrhage of the bowels.  His funeral will take place to-day at ten o'clock from the Episcopal Church of this city.  We sympathize with his stricken family, and wish for them strength to bear this sad affliction.  His remains will be interred here at present, but will be moved to Wilmington Island later in the season.

 

FORRESTER, Annie (Johnson)
The Brunswick News; Saturday 20 March 1982; pg. 3A col. 1

SERVICES SUNDAY FOR MRS. FORRESTER

            Services for Mrs. Annie Forrester, 73, who died March 18 at the Glynn-Brunswick Memorial Hospital, will be held 3 p.m. Sunday at the St. John Baptist Church at Pennick, with the Rev. Sam McDew officiating. Interment will be in Jerusalem Cemetery.
            Mrs. Forrester was a member of St. John Baptist Church and was a member of the Mother of the Church.
            Mrs. Forrester is survived by three sons, Johathan [sic] Forrester, Henery Holton [sic] and Sylvester Holton; eleven daughters, Susie Forrester, Gloria Colsby, Joanna Sheffield, Claudia Burris, Mary Spicer, Catherine Forrestser, Priscilla Forrester, Everlyn Yoins, Barbara Anderson, rose Gamble and Clemtine [sic] Knight; two brothers, Josh Cash of Brunswick and Frank Cash, of Malawan [sic], N.J.; and one sister, Mrs. Dicie Lane of Pennick; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
            Pallbearers will be friends of the family.
            Honorary pallbearers will be officers of the church.
            The body will go to the church one hour prior to the service.
            Hall & Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

 

FORRESTER, Priscilla
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 5 May 1987; pg. 3A col. 4

RITES TOMORROW FOR LOCAL RESIDENT PRISCILLA FORRESTER

            The funeral for Priscilla Forrester of Brunswick will be held Wednesday. She died April 30 in Tampa, Fla.
            The 4 p.m. rites will be held at Zion Baptist Church. Interment will be at Jerusalem Cemetery in Pennick. The Rev. G.E. Darrisaw will officiate. Pallbearers will be friends of the family and honorary pallbearers will be officers of the church.
            The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to the time of the services.
            Survivors are two brothers Henry Holton Sr. and Sylvester Holton seven sisters Claudia Burris Mary Lee Spice Catherine Forrester Evelyn Young Barbara Anderson Rose Gamble and Clementine Knight several nieces and nephews.
            She was a native of Glynn County and a member of Zion Baptist Church.
            Hall and Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FORRESTER, Sarah Elizabeth (Purvis)
The Brunswick News; Sunday 4 April 1909; pg. 1 col. 5

AN AGED LADY PASSES AWAY—Mrs. Sarah Forrester Died at Her Country Home Yesterday

            Mrs. Sarah Forrester, probably the oldest white woman in Glynn county, being 84 years of age, passed away at her home near Southern Junction yesterday morning after a long illness.
            Mrs. Forrester has been a resident of this county nearly all of her life and she leaves a number of relatives and many friends. The deceased leaves four children, Mrs. Harry Gigniliatt and Miss Mazie Foster, who reside in this county, and Alex Forrester, or North Carolina, and W.F. Forrested [sic], who lived with his mother. There are also a number of grandchildren and other relatives in the county.
            The funeral will take place this morning at 9 o’clock, from the residence of Harry Gignilliatt. Rev. M.C. Austin will officiate.

FOWLER, J.W.
The Atlanta Constitution; Thursday 19 October 1876; col. 4

DEATHS AT BRUNSWICK

            Mrs. Sally Hudson, Miss Sarah M. Roberts, Mrs. Margaret E. Snow, Herbert L. Snow, Dosia Coston, sailor, name unknown, Henry F. Black, Isaac Christian, Netty Cohen, Dr. B.H. Hampton, Sam Chinaman, Henry Cox, Palmer Jones, Wm. R. Cozard, E.B. Courtney, Miss Louisa Hicks, Joseph Goodbread, Stringfellow, steward brig “Laura Gertrude,” sailor, name unknown, Fannie Waters, B.W.H. Davenport, E.W. Kelly, Lizzie Floyd, E.W. Cox, Almander [Alexander?] Peters, Gustave Peters, Mary Shrine, E. Moran, Katie Moran, Geo. Ray, E. Gatchell, Jno Slian, Wm. Kraus, Salvaorn Saverese, sailor, name unknown, M. Bartlett, Phillip Burchard, James Davis, Rosa C. Racetty, Alex A. Williams, Jno. Powers, B.E. Tenniman, ?E Golding, C.A. Bunkley, S.E. Moore, John Peters, Wm. Burns, J.T. Zeigler, C.L. Cole, Mrs. West, Seaborn Jones, C.E. Todt, Oscar Dover, Mrs. Thos. Borne, Mrs. Tuthill, E.C. Tuthill, Mrs. P.N. Blair, T.F. Smith, editor Appeal, Mrs. Margaret Hudson, Wm. Savage, A.J. Smith, lawyer, Chas. Sperr, Anna Bryant, Dr. Taber, Pat Hawkins, Tom Chinaman, Miss Lela Mason, Dr. R. Nobles, Mrs. Gray, W.F. Herzog, W.E. Jones, Eddy Woodwin, sailor, sailor, Thos. Peters, Salson? Green, J.W. Fowler, Mr. Morgan, Captain Roberts’ child.

 

FRANK, Samuel
 The Brunswick News; Monday 4 April 1938; pg. 8 col. 2

SAMUEL FRANK, ILL MANY WEEKS, DIED LAST NIGHT

        Samuel Frank, who has been a part time resident of Brunswick for 25 years or more, died last night, after an illness that extended over a period of several weeks.  Mr. Frank passed away at his room, 1521 Union street.
        Coming to Brunswick years ago when his father, the late Dr. Frank, operated a patent medicine store here, he has since spent about nine months of each year in this city, returning in the summer to New York, his former home.  During the many years he resided here he became a Brunswick property owner, but never engaged in business here.
        Mr. Frank has two sisters, it was learned today, one, Mrs. Fannie Churney, who resides in New York.  The other, whose name was not known by any of Mr. Frank's local friends, resides in Hot Springs, Ark.
        Funeral arrangements, in charge of Mortician Edo Miller, had not been completed this afternoon.  It was stated, however, burial will probably be tomorrow, the exact time to be announced later.

 

[Born Samuel Moscowitz in Hungary, he and several family members came from Hot Springs, Garland Co., Arkansas and changed their surname to Frank.  Samuel also used the surname of Bush.--Amy Hedrick]

FRANKLIN, Alfred L.
Historical Newspapers, Birth, Marriage, & Death Announcements, 1851-2003; The Atlanta Constitution; 24 October 1902

COLONEL A.L. FRANKLIN IS DEAD

            Brunswick, Ga., October 23.—(Special.)  Colonel A.L. Franklin, one of the most prominent lawyers of this city, died at his home at 3:30 o’clock this morning.  He had been ill for some time and his death was not unexpected.  He leaves a widow, but no children.  The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

 

FRANKLIN, Atheleston Dawson
The Brunswick Advocate; 2 November 1837

DIED--In this city after an illness of upwards of four months, of dysentery, Atheleston Dawson, son of John Franklin, Jr. and S.S.L.D. Franklin, aged one year and eight months.

 

FRANKLIN, Jennie
The Brunswick News; Friday 28 June 1957; pg. 10 col. 3

MISS FRANKLIN, AGED RESIDENT, DIED LAST NIGHT

            Miss Jennie Franklin, 85, a resident of Brunswick all her life, who was well known by a large number of friends, passed away last night at the family residence, 1402 Union Street.  She had been in ill health for several years and her condition had been critical for some time.
            Miss Franklin was a member of the First Methodist Church, and in her earlier life she was active in church and other circles in the city.
            For 25 years she was employed in the department store of A. Kaiser and Brother, now Gordon’s, and later she served for 10 years at the local express office, having retired a number of years ago.
            She is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Helen F. Cheatham, Mrs. Kate Austin and Miss Josephine Franklin, all of this city and several nieces and nephews.
            Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 4 o’clock at the First Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev. Morris P. Webb.  Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of the Edo Miller & Sons Funeral Home.  Active pall bearers will be W.A. Whittle, T.E. Glover, H.D. Dowdy, A.M. Cowart, Herschel Mouldin and Ed Liles.  Honorary pallbearers will be the board of stewards of the church and Dr. Tom Collier, Dr. Frank Mitchell, Hugh Cook, Dr. Bert Malone and Dr. C.B. Chandler.
            The body will be carried to the residence Saturday morning at 10 o’clock to await the hour of the service.

 

FRANKLIN, John R.
Brunswick Weekly Advertiser & Appeal; 1888 (no date, partial paper bet. 9 March -14 September 1888)

SUDDEN DEATH—Mr. John R. Franklin, of this city, died quite suddenly Tuesday afternoon after an illness of some weeks.  It seems he felt much improved in the morning, and even went so far as to dress himself and go out to dinner.  He was taken suddenly ill shortly after and died at 3 o’clock.  His remains will be buried this afternoon from the Methodist church, of this city, at 4 o’clock.

 

FRANKLIN, Lilla (Rozier) Allen
The Brunswick News; Saturday 7 June 1941; pg. 8 col. 5

MRS. B.P. FRANKLIN DIES HERE TODAY, FUNERAL SUNDAY

            Mrs. Lila Allen Franklin, 60, wife of B.P. Franklin, passed away early today at her home, 1310 Albemarle street.  She had been ill for a long time.
            Mrs. Franklin had resided in Brunswick for many years and was well known among a large circle of friends who will be grieved to learn of her death.
            Besides her husband, she is survived by five children, four by a former marriage, Calvin and Elbert Allen, Mrs. J.O. Taylor, Jr., and Miss Benzie Franklin, of this city, and Mrs. W.H. Andrews, of Mayport, Fla.  Other survivors include two sisters, Mrs. B.F. Knight of this city, and Mrs. J.R. O’Quinn, of Jacksonville.
            Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock at the First Baptist church, conducted by the Rev. C.C. Davison, burial to be in Palmetto cemetery.  The following will serve as pallbearers:  A.T. Harrison, J.B. Padgett, Harry Porter, Seward Knight, J.O. Taylor, Sr., and J.H. Moore.  Funeral arrangements are in charge of Mortician Edo Miller.

 

FRANKLIN, Owen Cleveland
Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 5 April 1884; pg. 6 col. 3

            Mr. and Mrs. Aug. F. Franklin have the sympathies of us all in the loss, this week, of their little babe, Owen Cleveland, aged only five months.  Those of us who have passed through just such ordeals know what it is to give up the cherubs, but the Messenger comes, and we must submit.

 

FRANKLIN, Rosalie (Nathans)
The Brunswick News; Monday 14 February 1927; pg. 8 col. 2

BELOVED WOMAN PASSES TO REST

            Mrs. Rosalie Nathans Franklin, one of Brunswick’s oldest and most highly respected women, passed away at her home, 510 Gloucester street, Sunday afternoon, after an illness of several weeks.  Mrs. Franklin suffered a fall two months ago, from which she never fully recovered, and this, on account of her advanced age, caused the illness which resulted in her death.
            The deceased, who has been a resident of Brunswick for many years, was the oldest living member of the First Methodist church, having been a member constantly for 55 years.  She has been a most active member, and in her younger life was a leader in the work of the church.
            Mrs. Franklin was possessed of a most lovable character and during her long residence in Brunswick has made an unusually large number of close friends, all of whom will be grieved to learn of her death.
            The deceased was born in Quincy, Fla., on Nov. 17, 1846, being 80 years of age.  She was married to John R. Franklin, of this city, who died many years ago, and she has resided in this city continuously since that time.  The deceased is survived by the following children:  Misses Josephine and Jennie Franklin, Mrs. Helene Cheatham, Mrs. Mac Anderson, and Mrs. Joe B. Austin.
            The funeral will be held this afternoon at 4 o’clock, from the First Methodist church, Rev. W.P. Blevins conducting the services.  The following gentlemen will act as pall bearers:  Judge D.W. Krauss, P.W. Fleming, L.C. Kilgore, Dr. F.M. Aldrich, R.E. Jennings and John A. Davis.  The interment will be in Oak Grove cemetery, and the funeral will be in charge of Undertaker Edo Miller.

 

FRANKLIN, Sarah Rebecca
The Brunswick Advocate; Thursday 30 August 1838; pg. 3 col. 4

DIED—In this city, 22d inst., Sarah Rebecca, infant daughter of John Franklin, Jr. Esq.

 

FRANKLIN, Selina S. Dawson (Lawrence)
The Brunswick Advocate; Thursday 23 August 1838; pg. 3 col. 5

DIED—In this city, on the morning of the 19th inst. Mrs. SELINA S.L.D., wife of JOHN FRANKLIN, Esq. aged 23 years.  Mrs. Franklin was endeared to a large circle of relatives and friends by her amiable and energetic character, who are with her bereaved husband and infant children, called upon to mourn her sudden and untimely loss.

 

FRANKS, Bessie Frances (Durden)
The Brunswick News; Friday 13 April 1951

MRS. FRANCES FRANKS DIES IN MILLEDGEVILLE

            Mrs. Frances Franks, 1116 Grant Street, died at a hospital in Milledgeville yesterday after a long illness.
            Funeral services will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Brooks H. Wester, pastor, officiating.  Burial will follow in Palmetto Cemetery, and Gibson-Hart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
            Pallbearers will be Alfred Brockinton, J.W. Taylor, J.M. Swann, S.E. Richardson, Charles Outler, and David Merrier.
            Mrs. Franks was born in Sandersville on February 22, 1895, and had been a resident of Brunswick for seven years.
            Survivors are her husband, George Q. Franks; two daughters, Mrs. Evell Logues of Harrison, Ga., and Mrs. Lettie Dell Perkins of Brunswick; two sons, Ernest W. Franks and James Roy Franks, both of Brunswick, and nine grandchildren.

 

FRANKS, George Quinton
The Brunswick News; Friday 11 November 1983; pg. 3A col. 6

RESIDENTS’ FATHER DIES ON THURSDAY

            George Franks, 90, a resident of Jesup and a retired carpenter, died Thursday at the Glynn-Brunswick Memorial Hospital after a long illness.
            Local survivors include a son, Roy Franks, and a daughter, Lottie Perkins, both of Brunswick.
            Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the chapel of Gordon-Harrison Funeral Home.  Burial will be in Palmetto Cemetery, Brunswick.
            Gordon-Harrison Funeral Home of Jesup is in charge of arrangements.

 

FRASER, John
The Charleston Courier (Charleston, SC); Wednesday 7 August 1839; pg. 2 col. 7

DIED, on the 18th ultimo. on St. Simon’s Island, in the 49th year of his age, Lieut. JOHN FRASER, late of H.B.M. Royal Marine Artillery.

 

FRAZIER, August
The Brunswick News; Wednesday 16 August 1911; pg. 1 col. 4

AN OLD-TIMER DEAD—August Frazier, Colored, Slave of the Dart Family, Gone to His Rest.

            There passed away at St. Simon island yesterday an aged colored man, who deserves some mention and whose life work might be an example for the members of his race. “Uncle” August was a slave, belonging to the late Major U. Dart and during the war, at the offer of freedom from his bondage, refused to desert his old master. After the war, he remained in the employment of the Dart family, and even unto death was true to its members.
            The following appreciation of him from Col. J.E. Dart is appropriate:

“Editor of The News:

            “I heard today August Frazier was dead at St. Simon. What a flood of memories comes over me as I think of his faithful services, of his fidelity to our family through all the hardships and privations we went through from ’61 to ’65; how when the launches of the blockaders at St. Simons raided the upper waters of Turtle river, offered him freedom if he would desert his old master; how he refused and told the officer in charge of the launch his old master was his best friend and he wanted no freedom for no one would take care of hi in his old age except his young masters. His young masters were faithful to the faith he had in them; he always had a hoe at Judge Horace Dart’s home so long as he wanted one; he went to St. Simons to spend his last days with his son; he never wanted for a dollar in hiss declining years. August was the last of the old darkies of the Dart family.

            “’What though no rosy tings adorned his face
            No silken tresses shone with flowing grace,
            Yet of ethereal temper was his soul,
            And in his veins the tide of Honor rolled.’

            “He was faithful and true, no matter what his color was.
            J.E. DART.”

 

FRAZIER, George R.
The Daily Chronicle & Sentinel (Augusta, GA); Wednesday 13 March 1872; pg. 2A col. 2

            Mr. George R. Frazier, an old resident of Brunswick, died last week, aged 52.  Abscess of the liver.

 

FREEMAN, Lila (Pasley)
The Brunswick News; Friday 27 December 1996; pg. 3A col. 6

SERVICE SATURDAY FOR LILA PASLEY FREEMAN

            The funeral for Lila Pasley Freeman of Brunswick will be noon Saturday at Holy Band Church with Harry Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.
            She died Dec. 20 at Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center.
            Pallbearers will be friends of the family.
            The family will receive friends from 7:30 to 8:30 tonight and the body will be placed in the church an hour before the service.
            Surviving are a daughter, Annie Gibson, a brother, Robert Pasley of Metter; a sister, Lucille Phillips of Metter; 21 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
            She was a native of Metter and was employed as a peeler.
            Brunswick Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FRIEDLANDER, Gustavus
Brunswick Weekly Advertiser & Appeal; Friday 14 September 1888; pg. 6 col. 1

[most of this article is torn away so can not be read—ALH]

A GOOD MAN GONE

            The wires bring the sad news of the death of Mr. Gustav Friedlander, formerly of Brunswick, but now of San Francisco, Cal.
            A good man has gone to his re[ward]…Brunswick sympathizes [with the family]…in their sad bereave[ment]…Friedlander was from…hood in business in this…[but] a few years ago he sold out…co-partner, Mr. Wm. Ander[son]…and went to spend his remain[ing] days with his children in San Francisco.

 

FRIEDLANDER, Isaac
Evening Bulletin (San Francisco, CA); Thursday 11 July 1878; pg. 2 col. 3

DEATH OF ISAAC FRIEDLANDER

            The particulars of the death of this well known citizen will be found in another part of this paper. The deceased was for many years the largest grain operator in this State. In the height of his business he controlled millions of capital, and had a fleet of the best merchant ships at his command. Although of foreign nativity, his capacity for business, his grasp and his ambition were Californian. For several years he has had the credit of controlling the wheat market of this State. He appeared to have an unlimited credit, and there was no grain proposition so large that he could not close it at once if he chose. Some of his operations were successful, and some disastrous. The risks of his business were of course immense. He chartered ships to arrive, guessing at the ruling rate of freights, and taking advantage of his control of wheat charters to control, to a considerable extent, the price of wheat. During the last two years his operations had not attracted so much attention. His immense area of wheat lands in the San Joaquin Valley had passed out of his hands, and he was recognized rather as the agent of foreign houses in his grain transactions. The business fate so common to Californians of like spirit and grasp, more than once overtook him. He was sometimes the capitalist with millions at command, and sometimes the unfortunate operator compounding with his creditors. He was a strong willed, imperious man, who if seen only on change, would not always be seen in some of the best phases of his character. He took an interest in many benevolent organizations, and often gave liberally when his sympathies were excited. But he was known to the public more as a bold operator—a man of nerve and unbounded ambition, who liked nothing so well as to control the immense interests of the grain market and to disburse millions as the price of this control. He will be missed in business circles where he always had great personal influence. It can hardly be said that he has any successor. Of the group of Californians, who at one time so nearly controlled the leading business interests of the State, there are not many left, and none perhaps who was more prominent than Isaac Friedlander.

 

Evening Bulletin (San Francisco, CA); Thursday 11 July 1878; pg. 2 col. 4

DEATH OF ISAAC FRIEDLANDER—A Brief Sketch of His Career—Cause of Death—[illegible] of the Produce Exchange.

            The death of Isaac Friedlander, whose name is a familiar as [sic] a household word, took place very suddenly, at his residence, No. 526 Harrison street, at 5 o’clock this morning, The cause of death was heart disease. He had been a sufferer from this malady for a great many years, but about twelve months ago he had reason to believe that it had succumbed to the vigorous treatment of his physicians. Yesterday, he appeared to feel remarkably well, and was in the best of spirits when he left the office at a late hour yesterday afternoon, after a hard day’s work, indeed, during the past week he mentioned his conviction of his complete restoration to health, with a marked degree of pleasure. He ate a hearty dinner last evening, but complained soon afterward of colic and indigestion. His regular physician, Dr.  Bowie, who had attended him for many years, not being in the city, the senior Dr. Keeney, was summoned. He prescribed for the sufferer’s relief, but unavailingly the attack proving fatal at the hour mentioned.
            Mr. Friedlander died in the very prime of life, being only 54 years of age. He was a native of Oldenburg, Germany. When a boy he emigrated to the United States and engaged in business in New York. From there he went to the South. He was living at Charleston with his family when the discovery of gold in this State occurred. He at once returned to New York and sailed for San Francisco on the South Carolina, arriving here in July, 1849. He was identified at a very early day with the agricultural interests of the State. He was one of the first men to see the possibilities of the State in this direction. His faith in the agricultural resources of the great valleys of Central California was unbounded, and he did probably more than any other man for the development of the farming lands of the San Joaquin Valley. His faith in this respect led to his financial embarrassment on more than one occasion, his last failure which occurred a little over a year ago, being attributable to the large credit he had given to the farmers of San Joaquin and Livermore Valleys, and their inability, owing to a complete failure of crops, to meet their obligations.
            Mr. Friedlander’s operations in grain were of a gigantic character. He at one time had what might be called a monopoly of the business. Most of the wheat-laden vessels bound to Europe carried his cargoes. These operations earned for him the name of the “California Grain King.” Since his failure in the spring of 1877, his operations have been made chiefly on account of English dealers. At present there are 20 ships here and on the way under charter to ship wheat for him on account of his principals. What condition his business is left in by his sudden and unexpected death, is unknown at the present writing.
            Mr. Friedlander’s prominent connection with the commercial interests of San Francisco obtained recognition on more than one occasion through his election as President of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce. He occupied that position last year, being succeeded by the present incumbent, J.C. Patrick. Mr. Friedlander never held any public office, except that of Water Rate Commissioner, which position he held at the time of his death, representing in conjunction with Henry R. Williams, of the firm of Williams, Blanchard & Co., the city in the Board of Water Rate Commissioners.
            Mr. Friedlander was a man of commanding presence. His tall figure was a conspicuous object on Change and on the street, his head towering far above that of his fellows. He leaves a widow and several daughters to mourn his death, which owing to his suddenness, has almost paralyzed them. Not one of his family circle realized that the attack was more dangerous than others of a similar nature from which he had speedily recovered. The time of the funeral has been fixed for Sunday afternoon at 1 o’clock, from his late residence.
            A special meeting of the members of the Produce Exchange was held this morning. Charles Clayton, the President of the Exchange, in calling the meeting, to order said:
            “A great loss has been sustained by the community, including the entire State, in the death of Isaac Friedlander, one of our most prominent citizens. He was a man of giant mind as well as giant stature, of wonderful business capacity and of the most generous and kindly impulses. In all the attributes that tend to ennoble humanity he was entitled to be considered a Prince among men. Arriving on the coast with the early pioneers, he had up to the time of his death occupied a leading place in the business, social and public affairs of our city. This Exchange sincerely mourns his loss.”
            On motion, the Chairman appointed a Committee, consisting of D. Ballard, G.W. McNear and W.A. Holcomb, to draft appropriate resolutions, which will be presented at 10:30 o’clock to-morrow, until which time the Exchange then adjourned.

 

Evening Bulletin (San Francisco, CA); Thursday 11 July 1878; pg. 3 col. 3

DIED

FRIEDLANDER—In this city, July 11, Isaac Friedlander, aged 54 years.

            Friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, which will take place Sunday, July 14, at 1 P.M., from his late residence, 526 Harrison street.

 

Evening Bulletin (San Francisco, CA); Friday 12 July 1878; pg. 3 col. 4

THE LATE ISAAC FRIEDLANDER—Resolutions in Respect to His Death Adopted by the San Francisco Produce Exchange.

            After the Produce Exchange had been called to order by the President this morning, Mr. Ballard, Chairman of the Committee appointed yesterday to prepare resolutions in respect to the death of Mr. Friedlander, made the following remarks.
            Mr. President and fellow members of the Exchange:
            We are again called upon to mo urn the loss of one of our members, Isaac Friedlander having passed to that bourne from whence no traveler returns at about 5 o’clock on the morning of the 10th instant, aged 54 years. It is hard to realize that the stalwart frame that walked in its majesty upon our streets only 48 hours ago, in apparent full power of health, and the hand that we were wont to clasp, now lies cold in death, but such is the case, Mr. Friedlander having been stricken down very suddenly by heart disease. Your Committee to whom was instrusted [sic] the duty of drafting resolutions appropriate to the occasion, feel that they are unequal to the task. That a mighty one of the earth has fallen all must acknowledge, for no one could stand before that presence, and look upon it but would say: “There is indomitable will, perseverance and enterprise in all its delineations.” It is not our purpose to speak in detail of Mr. Friedlander’s business career, as it is familiar to most all of us. Suffice it to say, that he was a man eminent for large conceptions, broad ideas, and liberal views, and hence his many business enterprises partook of these characteristics.
            Mr. Friedlander was a man of very many most excellent traits of character. We do not mean to say, Mr. President, that he was free from faults—and where is there one among us who is?—let him cast the first stone, and no one was more ready to acknowledge his faults than Mr. Friedlander. As a business man he was ever affable and courteous, always prompt, and his word was as good as his bond. He was possessed of a large heart, gave to charity with a munificent hand, and was ever ready to accommodate and help along the unfortunate, and undoubtedly many will drop tears of sorrow and say, “My best friend I had on earth is gone.”
            In view of this great and sad calamity that has fallen upon us, we would submit the following for your approval:
            WHEREAS, In the inscrutable decree of Almighty God it hath pleased Him to remove from our midst Isaac Friedlander; therefore
            Be it resolved, That we recognize in the death of Mr. Friedlander the loss of a good citizen, an eminent merchant, an honored member of our Exchange, and that we deeply deplore the same.
            Resolved, That we feel the loss of a kind, genial and warm-hearted man, and one whose sympathies were ever flowing out to his fellow man in acts of benevolence and charity.
            Resolved, That this State and city have lost one of their most honored and prominent merchants, whose loss will create a void difficult to be filled.
            Resolved, That this Exchange do attend his funeral on Sunday at 1 P.M. at his late residence, No. 526 Harrison street, thus to pay to mortal man the last sad rites of respect that can be performed upon earth, and that this hall be draped in mourning.
            Resolved, That we do most sincerely sympathize with the sorrowing ones of his household in this their sad bereavement.
            Resolved, That his family be furnished with a copy of these resolutions and that they be made a part of the records of this Exchange.
            The Exchange then adjourned until Monday morning at the usual hour.

 

FRIEDLANDER, Thomas Carey
The San Diego Union (San Diego, CA); Tuesday 16 January 1917; pg. 9 col. 3

BAY CITY LEADER DEAD

            SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 15.—T. Carey Friedlander, for 30 years secretary of the Merchants’ Exchange, died tonight following a sudden stroke of heart failure.

 

San Francisco Chronicle (San Francisco, CA); Tuesday 16 January 1917; pg. 4 col. 7

FRIEDLANDER—In this city, January 15, 1917, Thomas Cary Friedlander, beloved husband of Jessie Cheever Friedlander, and son of the late Isaac Friedlander, a native of San Francisco, aged 59 years, 1 month and 26 days.
            Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 17, at 10 o’clock, at Gray’s, Geary and Divisadero sts. Interment private. Friends may call at Gray’s.

 

San Francisco Chronicle (San Francisco, CA); Wednesday 17 January 1917; pg. 70 col. 6

FRIEDLANDER FUNERAL WILL BE HELD TODAY

            The funeral of T. Cary Friedlander, who died at this home Monday evening, will be held this morning at 10 o’clock. The pallbearers will be Frank A. Summers, George D. Boyd, Alexander Hamilton, Henry Babcock, William Berg, Harry Walker, Dr. Theodore Rethers, Henry Mendell, Charles W. Fay and Philip E. Bowles.
            Friedlander was well known in financial circles. For more than twenty-five years he was secretary of the Merchants’ Exchange. No immediate action will be taken by the board of directors to fill his place.

 

San Francisco Chronicle (San Francisco, CA); Thursday 18 January 1917; pg. 8 col. 7

LAST RITES HELD FOR CARY FRIEDLANDER

            Scores of the friends of T. Cary Friedlander, for twenty-five years secretary of the Merchants’ Exchange, attended the simple funeral services held yesterday morning at 10 o’clock at an undertaking chapel at Geary and Divisadero streets. The pallbearers were Dr. Theodore Rethers, Charles W. Fay, Philip E. Bowles, Frank A. Summers, Henry Mendell, George D. Boyd, Alexander Hamilton, William Berg, Harry Walker and Henry Babcock.
            Friedlander died suddenly Monday night. He is survived by his wife and two sisters, Miss May and Miss Fannie Friedlander, all of this city.

 

FRIEDMAN, Todd Key
The Brunswick News; Saturday 20 January 1979; pg. 20 col.  & pg. 2 col. 2

TODD K. FRIEDMAN DIES IN ATLANTA

            Todd K. Friedman, 21, of Brunswick, died Friday at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta after a short illness.
            A graduate of Glynn Academy, he was a student at Brunswick Junior College at the time of his death.  He was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church.
            Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Kathryn Key Friedman of Brunswick, his father, Harold L. Friedman of St. Simons Island; a sister, Kathy Friedman of Brunswick; a brother, H. Lee Friedman, Jr., a student at the University of Georgia at Athens; his grandfather, H.J. Friedman of Brunswick; and his grandmother, Mrs. B.W. Key of Atlanta.
            The funeral will be Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Mark’s Epsicopal Church with the Rev. Francis Daunt and the Rev. Arthur Cody officiating.  Burial will follow at Christ Church Cemetery on St. Simons Island.
            The family requests those wishing to make contributions to the Coastal Area Clinic Mental Health Center, the American Cancer Society, or to the charity of the donor’s choice.
            Edo Miller & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FRISBY, Elizabeth (Martin)
The Brunswick News; Monday 20 November 1944; pg. 8 col. 4

MRS. PRICE FRISBY PASSED SUDDENLY

            Becoming ill suddenly Saturday afternoon, Mrs. Elizabeth Frisby, 42, wife of Price Frisby, died a few hours later at her home, WA 7, Apartment 925, Mark Carr Homes.  Mrs. Frisby had resided in Brunswick for 18 months, coming here from Rome, Ga.
            Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Douglas Frisby, U.S. Army, stationed at Camp Blanding, Fla., one granddaughter, two brothers and one sister.
            The body was forwarded to Rome by Mortician Edo Miller Sunday night, where funeral services were held this afternoon.

 

FULFORD, Deborah (Manning)
The Brunswick News; Friday 14 November 1997; pg. 3A col. 5

DEBORAH FULFORD DIES WEDNESDAY

            Deborah Fulford, 44, of Brunswick died Wednesday at Hospice of the Golden Isles.
            A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the Brunswick Primitive Baptist Church with the Rev. Virgil Waters officiating.
            The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 tonight at the residence, 138 Lynch Road.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Golden Isles.
            Surviving are her husband, Rick Fulford of Melbourne, Fla.; two daughters, Stacey Arndt of Gainesville, Fla., and Brandi Ward of Orlando, Fla.; two stepsons, Johnny Fulford and Ricky Fulford, both of Melbourne; a brother, Gary Manning of Brunswick; a sister, Lisa Hall of Crescent; one grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.
            She was a native of Brunswick.  She lived in Florida a short time before returning to Brunswick.  She was employed by Cash Gas for many years.
            Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

FULLER, Ellen (Nightingale)
Advertiser & Appeal; Saturday 1 December 1883; pg. 6 col. 5

DEATH OF MRS. H.M. FULLER

            Mrs. H.M. Fuller of Georgetown, South Carolina, formerly Miss Ellen Nightingale, died at the residence of her mother, Mrs. P.M. Nightingale, in this city yesterday, after a protracted illness.  She leaves a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn her death.  Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved husband and relatives.

 

FURLONG, William Benjamin (aka Ben W. or B.W.)
The Macon Telegraph (Macon, GA); Monday 27 September 1886; pg. 3 col. 2

DEATH OF B.W. FURLONG—A Well Known Mill Man Ends His Life With a Dose of Laudanum.

Albany News—News reached the city yesterday morning of the death of Mr. B.W. Furlong, at his home at Sniff, on the Brunswick and Western railroad, on Friday evening.  He died from the effects of a dose of laudanum which he took, it is supposed, with suicidal intent.
            Coupled with other reports as to what caused him to end his own life, it is rumored that he killed a negro not many days ago and sunk his body in the Alapaha river.  He had been on a protracted spree just before his death, and had involved himself in a good deal of trouble.
            Mr. Furlong was well known in this city and all along the line of the Brunswick and Western railroad, having been engaged in the saw mill business on this line of road for several years past.  While he was a very clever and companionable gentleman and an industrious business man when sober, he appeared to place no value upon his own life when on one of his protracted sprees, and was generally regarded as a reckless and dangerous man.

 

FUTCH, Paul Buchanan
The Brunswick News; Tuesday 2 June 1981; pg. 2A col. 4

RITES TO BE TOMORROW FOR PAULA B. FUTCH

            The funeral for Mrs. Paula Buchanan Futch, 28, who died May 29 at the local hospital will be held Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. at St. Paul Baptist Church on St. Simons Island.
            Interment will be at Union Memorial Cemetery. The Rev. Ervin Brogsdale will officiate.
            Pallbearers will be Shelton Johnson, Bill Johnson, Willie Harrell, Cleveland Galamore, Jimmie Williams, Ronald Hodge. Honorary pallbearers will be deacons of St. Paul Church.
            The family will receive friends at the residence at 3813 Franklin Ave. tonight from 8 until 10.
            A native of Glynn County, she was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church and an employee of First National Bank.
            Survivors include her husband, Calvin Warren Futch of Brunswick; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Anderson Buchanan of St. Simons Island; a son, Calvin Warren Futch, Jr.; a daughter, Carla Latasha Ann Futch; two brothers, Jessie Alvin, Riceboro, Oscar Anderson Buchanan, San Antonio; two sisters, Mrs. Thelma Axson, Miami, Fla., Mrs. Bonnie Jean Harrell, Brunswick.
            Hall & Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

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