The deceased was born near Markton on March 17, 1850, a son of Samuel Burkett. When a young man he was united in marriage to Miss Lydia Thomas. Mr. Burkett had been engaged in the farming industry during his entire life and was regarded as one of the most successful farmers in this section.
He was a devout member of the United Brethren Church. A quiet, friendly man, his death is sincerely mourned by his host of friends.
Besides his widow, the following sons and daughters survive him: Mrs. John Burkett and Melvin, of Markton; Harry and Ad (sic), of Anita, Godfrey, of Emerickville; Mrs. Nora Icher, of Yatesboro; Mrs. Mary Miller, of Akron, O. and Mrs. Emma Shaffer, of near this city.
Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
The deceased was born near Markton on March 17, 1850, a son of Samuel Burkett. When a young man he was united in marriage to Miss Lydia Thomas. Mr. Burkett had been engaged in the farming industry during his entire life and was regarded as one of the most successful farmers in this section.
He was a devout member of the United Brethren Church. A quiet, friendly man, his death is sincerely mourned by his host of friends.
Besides his widow, the following sons and daughters survive him: Mrs. John Burkett and Melvin, of Markton; Harry and Ad (sic), of Anita, Godfrey, of Emerickville; Mrs. Nora Icher, of Yatesboro; Mrs. Mary Miller, of Akron, O. and Mrs. Emma Shaffer, of near this city.
Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
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