Died, at
her residence in Big Piney, Laura C. Derry, wife of Dr. Wm. Derry. Sister Derry
was born in Pulaski County Mo., Feb. 23, 1877, and died Jan. 25, 1916.
She was a
member of the Hopewell Baptist Church and lived a devoted Christian life. She
was married to Dr. Wm. Derry, June 17, 1897. To this union eight children were
born, three preceding her to that Great Beyond. She leaves a husband and five
children to mourn her departure.
The funeral
was preached at the church house by Rev. Allsberry after which the remains were
laid to rest in the Big Piney Cemetery.
The family
has the sympathy of the entire community.
By a friend
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