Obituary:
James O'Brian passes away at the age of 82 years
Another of the old pioneers has been called hence by the grim reaper death and now lies at rest in the"silent city of the dead." While al large concourse of friends pay tribute to him in attending the funeral which was held from the M.E. church at 1p.m. today, Rev. E. Yager officiating, and the remains laid to rest in the village cemetery, by the side of those of his companion, who preceded him in death June 23, 1902.
James O'Brian one of the oldest pioneers of this section of the state, passed away at his home on North Second Street, this village, at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 13, 1904 his work was done, and well done. To him and such as he, was committed the task of subduing the wilderness and making it habitable for the thousands who should come after them, and as we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well, and pay our tribute of respect to this departed one, let us not forget that there still remains in our midst, still walk our streets with tottering steps, a few of that sturdy band , but , like ripened grain, their heads are bent and white unto the harvest. The sickle of the great reaper is ready and soon they will fall beneath its keen edge. Let us honor them and speak to them kindly words of solace in the dark hours of loneliness, caused by the loss perhaps of a companion. Let us not wait to strew flowers upon the casket and grave above their lifeless clay, but plant them now in the pathway while yet they may behold their beauty, and that their hearts and lives may be cheered and brightened.
Among the early settlers in this part of the state came James O'Brian, born in Bellville, Ontario 12 years ago. He lived there till 18 years of age, when he located in London, where 55 years ago he was married to Miss Ann McLean. They came to Michigan 42 years ago, settling in Maple Valley, three and one half miles south of Brown City, on the farm now owned by Joseph Morris, where they lived till 1882, where they moved to Brown City. Mr. O'Brian was a carpenter by trade, which avocation he principally followed during his residency in Michigan.
Mr. O'Brian is survived by seven children as follows: Mrs. Kate Clink of Capac, Mrs. Jennie Dean of Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Elizabeth Henn of Burnside, Mrs. Margaret Heather of Maple Valley, John and Anna , single at home and Mrs. George E. Harris of Yonkers, N.Y.
He was brought up in the Presbyterian faith which faith he held during his entire life.
James O'Brian passes away at the age of 82 years
Another of the old pioneers has been called hence by the grim reaper death and now lies at rest in the"silent city of the dead." While al large concourse of friends pay tribute to him in attending the funeral which was held from the M.E. church at 1p.m. today, Rev. E. Yager officiating, and the remains laid to rest in the village cemetery, by the side of those of his companion, who preceded him in death June 23, 1902.
James O'Brian one of the oldest pioneers of this section of the state, passed away at his home on North Second Street, this village, at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 13, 1904 his work was done, and well done. To him and such as he, was committed the task of subduing the wilderness and making it habitable for the thousands who should come after them, and as we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well, and pay our tribute of respect to this departed one, let us not forget that there still remains in our midst, still walk our streets with tottering steps, a few of that sturdy band , but , like ripened grain, their heads are bent and white unto the harvest. The sickle of the great reaper is ready and soon they will fall beneath its keen edge. Let us honor them and speak to them kindly words of solace in the dark hours of loneliness, caused by the loss perhaps of a companion. Let us not wait to strew flowers upon the casket and grave above their lifeless clay, but plant them now in the pathway while yet they may behold their beauty, and that their hearts and lives may be cheered and brightened.
Among the early settlers in this part of the state came James O'Brian, born in Bellville, Ontario 12 years ago. He lived there till 18 years of age, when he located in London, where 55 years ago he was married to Miss Ann McLean. They came to Michigan 42 years ago, settling in Maple Valley, three and one half miles south of Brown City, on the farm now owned by Joseph Morris, where they lived till 1882, where they moved to Brown City. Mr. O'Brian was a carpenter by trade, which avocation he principally followed during his residency in Michigan.
Mr. O'Brian is survived by seven children as follows: Mrs. Kate Clink of Capac, Mrs. Jennie Dean of Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Elizabeth Henn of Burnside, Mrs. Margaret Heather of Maple Valley, John and Anna , single at home and Mrs. George E. Harris of Yonkers, N.Y.
He was brought up in the Presbyterian faith which faith he held during his entire life.
Obituary:
James O'Brian passes away at the age of 82 years
Another of the old pioneers has been called hence by the grim reaper death and now lies at rest in the"silent city of the dead." While al large concourse of friends pay tribute to him in attending the funeral which was held from the M.E. church at 1p.m. today, Rev. E. Yager officiating, and the remains laid to rest in the village cemetery, by the side of those of his companion, who preceded him in death June 23, 1902.
James O'Brian one of the oldest pioneers of this section of the state, passed away at his home on North Second Street, this village, at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 13, 1904 his work was done, and well done. To him and such as he, was committed the task of subduing the wilderness and making it habitable for the thousands who should come after them, and as we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well, and pay our tribute of respect to this departed one, let us not forget that there still remains in our midst, still walk our streets with tottering steps, a few of that sturdy band , but , like ripened grain, their heads are bent and white unto the harvest. The sickle of the great reaper is ready and soon they will fall beneath its keen edge. Let us honor them and speak to them kindly words of solace in the dark hours of loneliness, caused by the loss perhaps of a companion. Let us not wait to strew flowers upon the casket and grave above their lifeless clay, but plant them now in the pathway while yet they may behold their beauty, and that their hearts and lives may be cheered and brightened.
Among the early settlers in this part of the state came James O'Brian, born in Bellville, Ontario 12 years ago. He lived there till 18 years of age, when he located in London, where 55 years ago he was married to Miss Ann McLean. They came to Michigan 42 years ago, settling in Maple Valley, three and one half miles south of Brown City, on the farm now owned by Joseph Morris, where they lived till 1882, where they moved to Brown City. Mr. O'Brian was a carpenter by trade, which avocation he principally followed during his residency in Michigan.
Mr. O'Brian is survived by seven children as follows: Mrs. Kate Clink of Capac, Mrs. Jennie Dean of Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Elizabeth Henn of Burnside, Mrs. Margaret Heather of Maple Valley, John and Anna , single at home and Mrs. George E. Harris of Yonkers, N.Y.
He was brought up in the Presbyterian faith which faith he held during his entire life.
James O'Brian passes away at the age of 82 years
Another of the old pioneers has been called hence by the grim reaper death and now lies at rest in the"silent city of the dead." While al large concourse of friends pay tribute to him in attending the funeral which was held from the M.E. church at 1p.m. today, Rev. E. Yager officiating, and the remains laid to rest in the village cemetery, by the side of those of his companion, who preceded him in death June 23, 1902.
James O'Brian one of the oldest pioneers of this section of the state, passed away at his home on North Second Street, this village, at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 13, 1904 his work was done, and well done. To him and such as he, was committed the task of subduing the wilderness and making it habitable for the thousands who should come after them, and as we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well, and pay our tribute of respect to this departed one, let us not forget that there still remains in our midst, still walk our streets with tottering steps, a few of that sturdy band , but , like ripened grain, their heads are bent and white unto the harvest. The sickle of the great reaper is ready and soon they will fall beneath its keen edge. Let us honor them and speak to them kindly words of solace in the dark hours of loneliness, caused by the loss perhaps of a companion. Let us not wait to strew flowers upon the casket and grave above their lifeless clay, but plant them now in the pathway while yet they may behold their beauty, and that their hearts and lives may be cheered and brightened.
Among the early settlers in this part of the state came James O'Brian, born in Bellville, Ontario 12 years ago. He lived there till 18 years of age, when he located in London, where 55 years ago he was married to Miss Ann McLean. They came to Michigan 42 years ago, settling in Maple Valley, three and one half miles south of Brown City, on the farm now owned by Joseph Morris, where they lived till 1882, where they moved to Brown City. Mr. O'Brian was a carpenter by trade, which avocation he principally followed during his residency in Michigan.
Mr. O'Brian is survived by seven children as follows: Mrs. Kate Clink of Capac, Mrs. Jennie Dean of Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Elizabeth Henn of Burnside, Mrs. Margaret Heather of Maple Valley, John and Anna , single at home and Mrs. George E. Harris of Yonkers, N.Y.
He was brought up in the Presbyterian faith which faith he held during his entire life.
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