James H. Yarbrough d. 18 August 1917

Jas. H. Yarbrough Dead

James H. Yarbrough died Saturday morning of paralysis, here at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lee Baker. He had been in poor health a long time. On Friday morning of last week his daughter went to his room to call him for breakfast and she found him unconscious, he had suffered a stroke of paralysis. He lay paralyzed and unconscious until the time of his death about 9 o'clock Saturday morning.

The deceased was born near Waynesville, February 16, 1849, age at time of death 68 years, 6 months and 2 days. He spent the greater portion of his life here in Pulaski county where he had a large acquaintance and was held in high esteem by everyone. He is survived by a wife and one daughter, Mrs. Lee Baker. Funeral services were conducted from the Baker home Sunday morning by Jas. T. Nickels and J.S. Jesse immediately after which the remains were conveyed to the Bradford Cemetery and in the presence of a host of loving friends tenderly laid to rest to await the resurrection morning.

The Pulaski County Democrat
Waynesville, Missouri
23 August 1917
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Mrs. Marion Forbes d. 27 August 1917

Mrs. Marion Forbes Dead

Mrs. Marion Forbes, of St. Louis, died Monday, August 27, at the Baptist sanitarium of a complication of diseases, after undergoing an operation for an abcess of the intestines.

The deceased was born in Pulaski county, July 17, 1872; age at time of death 45 years, 1 month and 10 days. The greater portion of her life was spent near Waynesville, where she had many friends. The remains were conveyed to this place Wednesday and funeral services were conducted from the Baptist church that afternoon by Rev. J.L. Hicks, of Conway, Interment in the Bradford cemetery.

She is survived by a loving husband, a daughter, Mrs. Alfe Sanders of near Dixon; a son, Charles of St. Louis; a father, Geo. Logan of this place. Three brothers and three sisters, as follows: Will and Alex of this place and George of St. Louis, and Mrs. Martin Hazen of Newburg, Mrs. W.H. Peterson of St. Louis and Mrs. Alice Anderson of this place.

We extend our heart-felt sympathy to the bereaved relatives in this their time of great sorrow.

The Pulaski County Democrat
Waynesville, Missouri
30 August 1917
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William Bradford 1839-1934

The Houston Herald

Houston, Missouri

August 2, 1934

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From Waynesville Democrat.

One of the county's oldest and most faithful citizens passed here last week. Uncle William Bradford was in his 96th year at the time of his death. He was a subscriber to numerous papers and other periodicals to the last, and kept abreast of everyday events. Age could not dim his keen interest. He often repeated that he had not failed to vote the Democratic ticket since the Civil War. His life was radiant and full. He was a pioneer, a soldier, and a citizen. 

Clarence M. Williams d. June 17, 1913

CLARENCE M. WILLIAMS, Son of Ashley G. and Cordelia J. Williams was born in Maries county, Missouri, May 30, 1890, died in Waynesville, at 3 a.m. Tuesday morning, June 17, 1913, aged 23 years and 18 days. he had been sick with typhoid fever for several weeks, and it was thought he was slowly improving until last Sunday when alarming complications arose which in spite of tender nursing and medical aid, soon overcame his feeble strength and his spirit returned to God, who gave it, and the mortal remains were laid to rest in the Bradford cemetery Tuesday afternoon, funeral services having been conducted at the Baptist Church in Waynesville by Rev. J.L. Hicks. Clarence was the oldest of a family of eight, three of whom have gone before. At the age of 20 he was converted and joined the Baptist Church at Waynesville, and remained faithful until called up higher. He was industrious, faithful, and consecrated for a young man his age. For over two years he had been the trusted and faithful assistant in the Circuit Clerk's office. he will be sadly missed by all who knew him. It is not our privilege to understand the mystery of life and death. The only light and hope we can get is from the revelation given in the great book of books. For a young man like Clarence Williams whose short life was one of honest purpose and good deeds, we should not grieve but rather believe hat his sojourn on earth is finished and the Master called him to his eternal reward, May He who overrules all events for His own glory comfort and sustain his broken-hearted father, mother, and little brothers. 

Robert William Logan 1924-1986

Robert William Logan, son of Snowden H. Logan and Evelyn Doolin Logan was born October 21, 1924 and passed away October 27, 1986, at the age of 62 years and 6 days, at Phelps County Regional Hospital, after a lingering illness.

Bob was born and raised in Waynesville and attended both grade and High School here.  He was a member of Local No. 474 I.O.O.F. and Rebecca Lodge.  He joined the Methodist Church at an early age and gave his life to Christ.  He was united in marriage to Nancy Jean Mayer June 5, 1949 and to this union one daughter was born.  Bob and Nancy spent most of their married life in or around Waynesville, except for 8 years they spent in the State of Washington.  The past 11 years he worked for the Waynesville School System.

Visitation was held at Waynesville Memorial Chapel Wednesday, October 29, 1986, from 4 p.m. til 7:00 p.m. with a Memorial service following.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Pulaski County Memorial Hospital.

He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Nancy of the home, his daughter and son-in-law Cheryl and Scott Frandsen of Lake Ozark, Missouri, his mother Evelyn of Waynesville, two sisters Loretta Benavidez of Maplewood, Missouri, and Bessie Hill of Affton, Missouri, one Aunt, Mae Johnson of Waynesville and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father and one sister Juanita Logan.

Margaret E. (Tilley) Colley 1840-1921

Aunt Margaret E. Colley, who has been in ill health for some time, died early last Sunday morning, September 10th, 1921, at the home of her son, Lee Hobbs, of near town, at the age of 81 years and 20 days.

She was born in Pulaski County, Missouri, on August 12, 1840, and on January 26, 1860, she was united in marriage with Joseph J. Hobbs. To this union three children were born: Lee Hobbs, W.W. Hobbs (deceased), and Josephine J. Hobbs (deceased).

She was again married to Daniel B. Colley in the year 1870. (Mr. Colley departed this life in the year 1886.) To this union three children were born, two died in infancy and one, Barkley Colley lived to manhood.

Aunt Margaret was one of a family of ten children, only one of whom survive her: a sister, Mrs. William L. Bradford of near Waynesville. The brothers and sisters who preceded her to the grave were: Mrs. Mary Morgan, Jasper Tilley, Isaac Newton Tilley, who was murdered a few miles north of Waynesville during the Civil War, W. Lee Tilley, Mrs. Mahalia Collier, Mrs. Wm. Pippen, Mrs. R.L. Christeson Sr., and two sisters, who died in infancy. Her death came only 23 days after the death of her twin brother, Wilson Lee Tilley.

About the year 1868 she was united with the M.E. Church, South, and remained a true member until her death.

Although her suffering seemed almost unbearable during her last days she was calm and peaceful, and gave her son the assurance that she was prepared to meet her Creator.

The remains were conveyed to the Bradford Cemetery near town Sunday Afternoon, where funeral services were conducted by the Rev. O.E. Patton of the Waynesville M.E. Church.

Note: Daughter of Wilson L. Tilley and Betsy Tippitt Tilley. Jasper Vaughn was a first cousin to the Tilley's, and also went by Jasper Tilley.

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Bradford Cemetery (H Highway)

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Bradford Cemetery is located in Pulaski County, MO., south of Waynesville, Missouri, 1 mile from Interstate 44 on H Highway. It is located on the right hand side of the road as you head towards the Waggener Gate on the west side of Fort Leonard Wood. It is believed that the earliest stone dates to 1864, belonging to Joseph J. Hobbs. According to Tombstone Inscriptions of Pulaski County there are at least 32 unmarked graves, one marked by an illegible metal marker, and a broken stone with only the name Earl still intact. To help differentiate the two Bradford Cemeteries, in the late 1800's and early 1900's, this Bradford Cemetery was called the William Bradford Cemetery. The Bradford Cemetery that is on land that is now part of Fort Leonard Wood was called the James Bradford Cemetery.

Latitude: 37.7978186
Longitude: -92.2193337
Township 35-Range 12-Section 02

William Bradford Cemetery on H Highway, Near Waynesville, MO. Photo by Pulaski County Obits, September 2009

Tombstone of D. Bunyon, Husband of Emeline Bostick, 1835-1878, A Mason. Photo by Pulaski County Obits, September 2009

Cora Lee (Yakley) Logan 1884-1960

Cora Lee Logan, daughter of William and Anna Yakley, was born in Pulaski County on November 26, 1884 and departed this life at the Cedar Grove Nursing Home in Lebanon, Missouri on July 24, 1960 at the age of 75 years past.

She had been a patient at the Nursing Home for the past 7 years and was in failing health for ten years.

On March 25, 1911, she was united in marriage to Alex Logan and he preceded her in death on August 20, 1955. She had lived practically all of her life in the Waynesville community.

Those left to mourn her passing are: four step-granddaughters, Mrs. Myrtle Long and Mrs. Loretta Benavidez of Waynesville, Mrs. Ruth Moll of Los Angeles, California, and Mrs. Bessie Hill of St. Louis; two step-grandsons, Robert Logan of Waynesville and Alex Williams of West Plains, Missouri. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one half-sister and two step-children.

When a young girl she was converted and at the time of her passing she was a member of the Waynesville Methodist Church.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Waynesville Methodist Church with the Rev. George Turner officiating. Interment was in the Bradford Cemetery under direction of Hedges Funeral Home of Waynesville.

Pallbearers were: Ewell Johnson, G. Lane, W. Doolin, J.M. Dodds, Dorsey Rayl and C. Long.

Nancy Leola (Logan) Long 1866-1956

Nancy Leola (Logan) Long, daughter of Jacob and Margaret Logan, was born May 14, 1866 in Pulaski County and passed away July 25, 1956 at her home in Waynesville, Missouri. Her entire life being spent in Pulaski County, except 2 years spent in the adjoining Phelps County.

She was married to Francis Marion Long December 28, 188_, who preceded her in death, February 18, 1926. To this union 12 children were born, 3 having preceded her in death. Estella and Nettie 2 daughters who died in infancy and 1 son, Charles E. Long of Modesto, California who passed away August 24, 1949.

At the age of 14 she was converted and united with the old Friendship Baptist Church, later moving her membership to the Waynesville Baptist Church where she remained a member until the time of her passing, being faithful in attendance, until failing health prevented. Those surviving her are 7 sons, James A. Long of Ferguson, Missouri, Fred Long of Ponca City, Oklahoma, Glen Long of Montreal, Missouri, Walter Long of Laquey, Missouri, Frank M. Long of Waynesville, Missouri, and Henry and Lyman of the home. Also 2 daughters, Mrs. H. Gann of Kirkwood, Missouri, and Mrs. William V. Hensley of Waynesville and Cora Ousley of Caseyville, Illinois, also a host of other relatives and neighbors.

Funeral services were held July 29, 1956 at the Waynesville Baptist Church with the Rev. B.R. Tatom officiating. Burial was in the Bradford Cemetery under the direction of the Hedges Funeral Home of Waynesville.

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Nettie May (Church) York 1888-1955

Nettie May (Church) York, daughter of Dolph and Phoebe Church, was born near Waynesville, Missouri on December 28, 1888 and passed away at her home on December 9, 1955, at the age of 66 years, 11 months and 11 days. She had been in failing health for the past two years.

On May 11th, 1906 she was united in marriage to Pete York and to this union 11 children were born. Three daughters passed away in infancy.

Early in life she professed her faith in Christ and united with the Mt. Gibson Baptist Church.

She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, Pete York, of Waynesville, Missouri, five daughters, Ruby Gladden, Adah Hill, and Nadine Dye, all of Waynesville, Missouri, Dolpha Ledbetter of Auxvasse, Missouri, and Lois Hill of Pleasant Hill, Illinois. Three sons; Alvin of St. Louis, Missouri, Merl of Mexico, Missouri, and Private Morris York of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. One half brother Frank Hill of Waynesville, and two half sisters, Mary Anderson and Sophia Grey of Waynesville, Missouri. Thirty five grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 11, 1955 at the Mt. Gibson Baptist Church, Rev. Pryor Rae Pruitt officiating. Interment was made in the Bradford Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of the Hedges Funeral Home of Waynesville, Missouri.

The pallbearers were Chas. Hill, Everett O. Hill, Junior, James Hill, Carl Gladden, Gene Gladden, and Douglas Ledbetter.

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Gordon Alexander Logan 1873-1955

Funeral Services Are Held For Long Time Waynesville Resident

Gordon Alexander Logan, son of George Lewis and Milbera Logan was born on March 25, 1873 at Edgar Springs, Missouri in Phelps County and departed this life August 20, 1955 at 9:30 P.M. at the Long’s Nursing Home near Lebanon, Missouri, at the age of 82 years, four months and 25 days.

In the year 1899 he moved to Waynesville with his parents and has lived practically all of his life in this vicinity.

He united in marriage to Alice Thompson and to this union three children were born and all have preceded him in death. His wife passed away in 1902. One son passed away in infancy; another son Snowden Logan passed away in 1941; and a daughter Bessie Gaddy passed away in 1938. He also has been preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and four sisters.

In 1910 he was united in marriage to Cora Yeakley who also survives. Also surviving is one brother, G.C. Logan of St. Louis, Missouri, one sister, Alice Adams of Waterloo, Iowa, one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Evelyn Logan, Waynesville, six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and a number of other relatives and friends.

In 1934 he became blind and with the help of others, he adjusted himself to things in everyday life that he could do and accepted it very pleasantly.

A number of years ago he was converted and united with the Waynesville Methodist Church and held membership there until time of passing. He was a member of the Odd Fellows and Masonic Lodges of Waynesville. He was a kind and loving personality and was respected by all who knew him.

Funeral services were held Wednesday August 24, 1955 at 2:00 p.m. at the Waynesville Methodist Church with Rev. John Bolen, pastor, officiating.
Interment was made in the Bradford Cemetery with funeral arrangements under the direction of the Hedges Funeral Home of Waynesville.

Masonic rites were given by Waynesville Lodge and pallbearers were of the Waynesville Odd Fellows Lodge.

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William James Yowell 1855-1899

This entry is from the J.J. Watts collection. John J. Watts hailed from Warren, Maine and moved to the northern Ozarks of Missouri sometime after the Civil War. He was a circuit-riding Baptist Minister and his territory covered Phelps, Pulaski, and Texas Counties and parts of Maries and Dent Counties. He established a cemetery, Watt’s Lawn, which is located 1 mile West of J Highway, near the Pulaski County-Phelps County line. This collection covers 1878-1912.

William James Yowell, was born above what is now Newburg in Phelps Co., MO, May 17th 1855, and died on Rock Creek near Roby Post Office, in Texas Co., MO, Oct. 11th 1899 at 9 p.m., aged 44 ys, 4 ms and 24 ds. March 28th 1878, he married in Platt Co., MO, to Miss Ida Grace Walters and by this union 3 sons were born unto them, all living, with their mother. Bro. Yowell was a son of Easton S. Yowell, and of a family of 4 sons, 3 of whom, Lindsey L., Isaac, and J. Edward Yowell survive him. After his father died his mother married Mr. Wilson and by her 2d marriage 6 children were born unto them, 4 boys and 2 girls=2 boys and 2 girls survive, Namely _____________ and ______________ with their father, Oct 13th 1899 at 11 a.m.,, I preached a funeral discourse at the Wm. Bradford Cemetery, near Waynesville, from 1st Thes. 4X13 & 14 verses, using hymns "Further On" and 390 vocalist...After which our dear bro. in Christ was laid at rest, Oct 13th 1899 at 12-30 noon.