The Miller County Autogram, October 19, 1922
W. R. Carnes - Born, June 22, 1858; passed away October 10th, 1922. Married to Lucy Thompson Feb. 10th, 1878, this union being blessed with eleven children. Ten survive him, one having died in infancy.
Deceased was left an orphan early in life. His father, Milton Carnes, having died 56 years ago. Bro. Carnes was possessed in marked degree with ambition and industry which enabled him to forge to the front as a farmer and business man. He was economical and hated waste, yet public spirited, a strong advocate and supporter of education and the improvements of our public roads and highways, a splendid citizen. Where issues were clearly drawn, he was on the right side, upholding law and order. He was a stockholder in the Bank of Brumley. He leaves a good estate to his wife and children.
He was a good churchman, being a member and Elder of Brumley Christian Church, believing the Creed of his church with a passionate zeal.
The funeral services were conducted by the writer at Old Freedom Church, 8 miles southwest of Brumley. Masonic ceremonies were conducted at the grave by Bro. Gumphrey of Eldon. A very large audience was present as evidence of the high esteem in which he was held. At 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13th, 1922, the earthly remains of Bro. W.R. Carnes was laid to rest in freedom Cemetery to await the coming of the Lord. Until then, farewell. ..Brotherly J.C. Thompson
W. R. Carnes - Born, June 22, 1858; passed away October 10th, 1922. Married to Lucy Thompson Feb. 10th, 1878, this union being blessed with eleven children. Ten survive him, one having died in infancy.
Deceased was left an orphan early in life. His father, Milton Carnes, having died 56 years ago. Bro. Carnes was possessed in marked degree with ambition and industry which enabled him to forge to the front as a farmer and business man. He was economical and hated waste, yet public spirited, a strong advocate and supporter of education and the improvements of our public roads and highways, a splendid citizen. Where issues were clearly drawn, he was on the right side, upholding law and order. He was a stockholder in the Bank of Brumley. He leaves a good estate to his wife and children.
He was a good churchman, being a member and Elder of Brumley Christian Church, believing the Creed of his church with a passionate zeal.
The funeral services were conducted by the writer at Old Freedom Church, 8 miles southwest of Brumley. Masonic ceremonies were conducted at the grave by Bro. Gumphrey of Eldon. A very large audience was present as evidence of the high esteem in which he was held. At 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13th, 1922, the earthly remains of Bro. W.R. Carnes was laid to rest in freedom Cemetery to await the coming of the Lord. Until then, farewell. ..Brotherly J.C. Thompson
The Miller County Autogram, October 19, 1922
W. R. Carnes - Born, June 22, 1858; passed away October 10th, 1922. Married to Lucy Thompson Feb. 10th, 1878, this union being blessed with eleven children. Ten survive him, one having died in infancy.
Deceased was left an orphan early in life. His father, Milton Carnes, having died 56 years ago. Bro. Carnes was possessed in marked degree with ambition and industry which enabled him to forge to the front as a farmer and business man. He was economical and hated waste, yet public spirited, a strong advocate and supporter of education and the improvements of our public roads and highways, a splendid citizen. Where issues were clearly drawn, he was on the right side, upholding law and order. He was a stockholder in the Bank of Brumley. He leaves a good estate to his wife and children.
He was a good churchman, being a member and Elder of Brumley Christian Church, believing the Creed of his church with a passionate zeal.
The funeral services were conducted by the writer at Old Freedom Church, 8 miles southwest of Brumley. Masonic ceremonies were conducted at the grave by Bro. Gumphrey of Eldon. A very large audience was present as evidence of the high esteem in which he was held. At 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13th, 1922, the earthly remains of Bro. W.R. Carnes was laid to rest in freedom Cemetery to await the coming of the Lord. Until then, farewell. ..Brotherly J.C. Thompson
W. R. Carnes - Born, June 22, 1858; passed away October 10th, 1922. Married to Lucy Thompson Feb. 10th, 1878, this union being blessed with eleven children. Ten survive him, one having died in infancy.
Deceased was left an orphan early in life. His father, Milton Carnes, having died 56 years ago. Bro. Carnes was possessed in marked degree with ambition and industry which enabled him to forge to the front as a farmer and business man. He was economical and hated waste, yet public spirited, a strong advocate and supporter of education and the improvements of our public roads and highways, a splendid citizen. Where issues were clearly drawn, he was on the right side, upholding law and order. He was a stockholder in the Bank of Brumley. He leaves a good estate to his wife and children.
He was a good churchman, being a member and Elder of Brumley Christian Church, believing the Creed of his church with a passionate zeal.
The funeral services were conducted by the writer at Old Freedom Church, 8 miles southwest of Brumley. Masonic ceremonies were conducted at the grave by Bro. Gumphrey of Eldon. A very large audience was present as evidence of the high esteem in which he was held. At 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13th, 1922, the earthly remains of Bro. W.R. Carnes was laid to rest in freedom Cemetery to await the coming of the Lord. Until then, farewell. ..Brotherly J.C. Thompson
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