Sarah Sallie E. Hawkins

Mrs. John Beaver Died Wednesday Afternoon. Mrs. Sarah E. Beaver, wife of Mr. John Beaver, died at her home Northeast of town, Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 21, 1917 at 3 o'- clock, after a brief illness of la grippe and heart trouble. Sarah E. Hawkins was born in Hawkins county. Mo.. June 30th. 1854. She was happily married to Mr. John Beaver, Feb. 19, 1879. At the age of 16 years, she was converted and united with the Baptist church, in which she lived a steadfast Christian until God called her home. Possessed of a quiet disposition she loved her home and its interests, which was always open to her friends, both old and young. She was ever ready to hear the ery of those in distress and the needy always found in her a friend. She is the last surviving charter member of Little Elm church. The funeral took place from this church today at noon. Rev. John F. Parker, conducting the service. and was assisted by Rev. C. S. Farmer. The burial was made in the Farmington cemetery. The bereaved husband has the sympathy of a large circle of friends in his bereavement.