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- March 9, 1922
OBITUARY
Again the Press is called upon to chronicle the death of one of our most respected and dearly beloved citizens who peacefully passed to her reward at 12:30 on Monday, February 27, 1922, at the advanced age of 85 years, 3 months and 17 days, after an illness of several weeks. Mary Purdy was born at Halderman, District of New Brunswick, Canada. When thirteen years of age she moved with her parents to Wisconsin, and on May 11th , 1862 was united in marriage to Alfred A. Church at Oskaloosa, Iowa. The husband and father died in 1896, and was buried in Woodbury cemetery, near Austin, MN. In 1900, Mrs. Church moved to Steele, settling on a homestead northwest of town, but has stayed in town for several years past. She united with the First Presbyterian church of Steele in 1901 and has always been interested in the work of the church. She was as quiet woman enjoying her quiet home life with her son, Orville, who tenderly cared for her until the end came. She was of cheerful disposition, always looking on the bright side of life. She bore her affliction with patience and Christian resignation and was ready when the summons came, passing away peacefully fortified by the last rites of the church she loved. She died as she lived, a devoted Christian, neighbor, citizen and true friend. At the church on Friday, March 3 where the last sad rites were conducted, a large representative of friends gathered. The funeral of this dear old lady was a matter of concern felt by all and those who possibly could attend were present to pay a last tribute of their respect and love to their departed friend. The services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. Daniel K Ford, and the hymns "Crossing the Bar" and "Feel the Touch of His Hand on Mine" were beautifully rendered by FB Lodge and JA Prescott. Interment was made in the Woodlawn cemetery, where the body was laid beside that of her sister , Mrs. B.C. Smith (Asenieth).
The six children left to mourn the loss of a good and true mother are James, Lawrence, William, Orville, Edwin and Mrs Minnie Dartt. The Press joins in extending sympathy to those who survive her.
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1837 - 1922 (84 years)
