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Mariah Rheed <I>Rhea</I> Perkins

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Mariah Rheed Rhea Perkins

Birth
White County, Tennessee, USA
Death
14 Aug 1891 (aged 72)
Mercer County, Missouri, USA
Burial
Princeton, Mercer County, Missouri, USA
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Mrs. Reuben Perkins was born July 2, 1819: was eldest daughter of Sebert and Nancy Rhea; was married to Reuben Perkins, November 19th,1835; moved to Missouri in 1838; settled in Mercer County in the spring of 1839. To them were born three sons and ten daughters, all still living except two daughters which died in infancy. Deceased with her husband united with the Christian church when she was but fifteen years of age and had lived a consistent Christian life since that time; left a bright example for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her constant prayer was that they should meet her in heaven. She departed this life Friday, August 14, 1891, at 12:45 p.m., surrounded by husband and children, grandchildren, sisters and friends. Her greatest regret was leaving her aged companion who passed hand in hand with her through the uneven journey of life. The remains were interred in the Goshen cemtery, Saturday, amid a large group of sorrowing relatives and friends. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Shipps. The family desire to thank the neighbors and friends who so kindly aided them during the sad bereavement.
Mrs. Reuben Perkins was born July 2, 1819: was eldest daughter of Sebert and Nancy Rhea; was married to Reuben Perkins, November 19th,1835; moved to Missouri in 1838; settled in Mercer County in the spring of 1839. To them were born three sons and ten daughters, all still living except two daughters which died in infancy. Deceased with her husband united with the Christian church when she was but fifteen years of age and had lived a consistent Christian life since that time; left a bright example for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her constant prayer was that they should meet her in heaven. She departed this life Friday, August 14, 1891, at 12:45 p.m., surrounded by husband and children, grandchildren, sisters and friends. Her greatest regret was leaving her aged companion who passed hand in hand with her through the uneven journey of life. The remains were interred in the Goshen cemtery, Saturday, amid a large group of sorrowing relatives and friends. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Shipps. The family desire to thank the neighbors and friends who so kindly aided them during the sad bereavement.

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