AN OLD CITIZEN GONE TOREWARD
Mr. Wyley A. White Was Buried on Tuesday Afternoon.
There is occasion for more than ordinary regret in the life of a community when a citizen dies who has been identified with Its development through long years, bearing an active and honorable part. Such is the case in the passing of Mr. Wyley A. White, whose death occurred in this city shortly before midnight Monday.
Mr. White was brought from his cottage a mile from town one week previously to the Knight Sanatorium that he might have the very best attention, his illness being of an aggravated nature. But despite the unremitting attention of physicians and nurses and the relatives of the afflicted one, he gradually declined until his spirit was released.
The body was borne to the home of the deceased's sister, Mrs. J. Hornsby, where it rested until Tuesday afternoon, when a large number of kindred and friends accompanied the remains to the Methodist church. There the funeral services were conducted by the pastor, Mr. Orear, who delivered a very thoughtful and comforting discourse upon "The benignity of death." A quartette sang favorite hymns of the deceased. A large company of friends, deeply impressed, were present to pay their last respects, and accompanied the remains to the large burying plat of the family in the cemetery, where the interment was made.
The pall bearers were Messrs. J. W. Radney, G. H. Handley, J. M. Zachry, T M. Swann, W. C. Lane, and J. P. Radney.
Mr. White was 71 years of age and had spent his life in Roanoke. He was a son of the late Dr. and Mrs. W. E. White, pioneer citizens of this place. The deceased was one of the most intelligent and best read men in the community. He was blessed with a kindly disposition and had the love and respect of all who knew him. There was much of the finer fibre in his nature of which Christian gentlemen are made. From early life he was a member of the Methodist church. This was the only organization to which he ever attached himself. He was always interested in its work, and contributed liberally to its support.
Mr. White was a member of the firm of White & Awbrey, general merchants of this city. His partner was his brother-in-law, Mr. A. M. Awbrey. This is the oldest firm in Roanoke. It was established 41 years ago last November and has been in business continuously ever since. Still more unusual is the fact that the firm had not changed its location in all these years. However, the old frame building was torn down some twenty years ago to make way for a larger and more modern structure of brick. This firm has enjoyed the confidence and patron age of the public to a marked degree.
Many interesting stories could be told of Mr. White's career. Among the vicissitudes of Fortune it was not given him to have a family of his own, but he never lacked for the love and care of those related to him. By nature and by circumstance he was much of a recluse. But he did not lose interest in the active affairs of life, or close the gates to the tide of human affection flowing to and from his heart. Beloved by all, "Uncle Bud" lived a quiet, gentle life, and has doubtless entered up on the fuller measure of the mission for which he was created, in the larger sphere of existence that lies beyond the door called "death."
The Roanoke Leader
Roanoke, Alabama
13 Apr 1921, Wed • Page 1
Mr. Wyley A. White Was Buried on Tuesday Afternoon.
There is occasion for more than ordinary regret in the life of a community when a citizen dies who has been identified with Its development through long years, bearing an active and honorable part. Such is the case in the passing of Mr. Wyley A. White, whose death occurred in this city shortly before midnight Monday.
Mr. White was brought from his cottage a mile from town one week previously to the Knight Sanatorium that he might have the very best attention, his illness being of an aggravated nature. But despite the unremitting attention of physicians and nurses and the relatives of the afflicted one, he gradually declined until his spirit was released.
The body was borne to the home of the deceased's sister, Mrs. J. Hornsby, where it rested until Tuesday afternoon, when a large number of kindred and friends accompanied the remains to the Methodist church. There the funeral services were conducted by the pastor, Mr. Orear, who delivered a very thoughtful and comforting discourse upon "The benignity of death." A quartette sang favorite hymns of the deceased. A large company of friends, deeply impressed, were present to pay their last respects, and accompanied the remains to the large burying plat of the family in the cemetery, where the interment was made.
The pall bearers were Messrs. J. W. Radney, G. H. Handley, J. M. Zachry, T M. Swann, W. C. Lane, and J. P. Radney.
Mr. White was 71 years of age and had spent his life in Roanoke. He was a son of the late Dr. and Mrs. W. E. White, pioneer citizens of this place. The deceased was one of the most intelligent and best read men in the community. He was blessed with a kindly disposition and had the love and respect of all who knew him. There was much of the finer fibre in his nature of which Christian gentlemen are made. From early life he was a member of the Methodist church. This was the only organization to which he ever attached himself. He was always interested in its work, and contributed liberally to its support.
Mr. White was a member of the firm of White & Awbrey, general merchants of this city. His partner was his brother-in-law, Mr. A. M. Awbrey. This is the oldest firm in Roanoke. It was established 41 years ago last November and has been in business continuously ever since. Still more unusual is the fact that the firm had not changed its location in all these years. However, the old frame building was torn down some twenty years ago to make way for a larger and more modern structure of brick. This firm has enjoyed the confidence and patron age of the public to a marked degree.
Many interesting stories could be told of Mr. White's career. Among the vicissitudes of Fortune it was not given him to have a family of his own, but he never lacked for the love and care of those related to him. By nature and by circumstance he was much of a recluse. But he did not lose interest in the active affairs of life, or close the gates to the tide of human affection flowing to and from his heart. Beloved by all, "Uncle Bud" lived a quiet, gentle life, and has doubtless entered up on the fuller measure of the mission for which he was created, in the larger sphere of existence that lies beyond the door called "death."
The Roanoke Leader
Roanoke, Alabama
13 Apr 1921, Wed • Page 1
AN OLD CITIZEN GONE TOREWARD
Mr. Wyley A. White Was Buried on Tuesday Afternoon.
There is occasion for more than ordinary regret in the life of a community when a citizen dies who has been identified with Its development through long years, bearing an active and honorable part. Such is the case in the passing of Mr. Wyley A. White, whose death occurred in this city shortly before midnight Monday.
Mr. White was brought from his cottage a mile from town one week previously to the Knight Sanatorium that he might have the very best attention, his illness being of an aggravated nature. But despite the unremitting attention of physicians and nurses and the relatives of the afflicted one, he gradually declined until his spirit was released.
The body was borne to the home of the deceased's sister, Mrs. J. Hornsby, where it rested until Tuesday afternoon, when a large number of kindred and friends accompanied the remains to the Methodist church. There the funeral services were conducted by the pastor, Mr. Orear, who delivered a very thoughtful and comforting discourse upon "The benignity of death." A quartette sang favorite hymns of the deceased. A large company of friends, deeply impressed, were present to pay their last respects, and accompanied the remains to the large burying plat of the family in the cemetery, where the interment was made.
The pall bearers were Messrs. J. W. Radney, G. H. Handley, J. M. Zachry, T M. Swann, W. C. Lane, and J. P. Radney.
Mr. White was 71 years of age and had spent his life in Roanoke. He was a son of the late Dr. and Mrs. W. E. White, pioneer citizens of this place. The deceased was one of the most intelligent and best read men in the community. He was blessed with a kindly disposition and had the love and respect of all who knew him. There was much of the finer fibre in his nature of which Christian gentlemen are made. From early life he was a member of the Methodist church. This was the only organization to which he ever attached himself. He was always interested in its work, and contributed liberally to its support.
Mr. White was a member of the firm of White & Awbrey, general merchants of this city. His partner was his brother-in-law, Mr. A. M. Awbrey. This is the oldest firm in Roanoke. It was established 41 years ago last November and has been in business continuously ever since. Still more unusual is the fact that the firm had not changed its location in all these years. However, the old frame building was torn down some twenty years ago to make way for a larger and more modern structure of brick. This firm has enjoyed the confidence and patron age of the public to a marked degree.
Many interesting stories could be told of Mr. White's career. Among the vicissitudes of Fortune it was not given him to have a family of his own, but he never lacked for the love and care of those related to him. By nature and by circumstance he was much of a recluse. But he did not lose interest in the active affairs of life, or close the gates to the tide of human affection flowing to and from his heart. Beloved by all, "Uncle Bud" lived a quiet, gentle life, and has doubtless entered up on the fuller measure of the mission for which he was created, in the larger sphere of existence that lies beyond the door called "death."
The Roanoke Leader
Roanoke, Alabama
13 Apr 1921, Wed • Page 1
Mr. Wyley A. White Was Buried on Tuesday Afternoon.
There is occasion for more than ordinary regret in the life of a community when a citizen dies who has been identified with Its development through long years, bearing an active and honorable part. Such is the case in the passing of Mr. Wyley A. White, whose death occurred in this city shortly before midnight Monday.
Mr. White was brought from his cottage a mile from town one week previously to the Knight Sanatorium that he might have the very best attention, his illness being of an aggravated nature. But despite the unremitting attention of physicians and nurses and the relatives of the afflicted one, he gradually declined until his spirit was released.
The body was borne to the home of the deceased's sister, Mrs. J. Hornsby, where it rested until Tuesday afternoon, when a large number of kindred and friends accompanied the remains to the Methodist church. There the funeral services were conducted by the pastor, Mr. Orear, who delivered a very thoughtful and comforting discourse upon "The benignity of death." A quartette sang favorite hymns of the deceased. A large company of friends, deeply impressed, were present to pay their last respects, and accompanied the remains to the large burying plat of the family in the cemetery, where the interment was made.
The pall bearers were Messrs. J. W. Radney, G. H. Handley, J. M. Zachry, T M. Swann, W. C. Lane, and J. P. Radney.
Mr. White was 71 years of age and had spent his life in Roanoke. He was a son of the late Dr. and Mrs. W. E. White, pioneer citizens of this place. The deceased was one of the most intelligent and best read men in the community. He was blessed with a kindly disposition and had the love and respect of all who knew him. There was much of the finer fibre in his nature of which Christian gentlemen are made. From early life he was a member of the Methodist church. This was the only organization to which he ever attached himself. He was always interested in its work, and contributed liberally to its support.
Mr. White was a member of the firm of White & Awbrey, general merchants of this city. His partner was his brother-in-law, Mr. A. M. Awbrey. This is the oldest firm in Roanoke. It was established 41 years ago last November and has been in business continuously ever since. Still more unusual is the fact that the firm had not changed its location in all these years. However, the old frame building was torn down some twenty years ago to make way for a larger and more modern structure of brick. This firm has enjoyed the confidence and patron age of the public to a marked degree.
Many interesting stories could be told of Mr. White's career. Among the vicissitudes of Fortune it was not given him to have a family of his own, but he never lacked for the love and care of those related to him. By nature and by circumstance he was much of a recluse. But he did not lose interest in the active affairs of life, or close the gates to the tide of human affection flowing to and from his heart. Beloved by all, "Uncle Bud" lived a quiet, gentle life, and has doubtless entered up on the fuller measure of the mission for which he was created, in the larger sphere of existence that lies beyond the door called "death."
The Roanoke Leader
Roanoke, Alabama
13 Apr 1921, Wed • Page 1
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