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- Newspaper Obituary - Thursday, March 26, 1885 Sandy Creek News - Sandy Creek, New York - Orwell - Orwell has lost another man of mark. This week Monday one of her best-known citizens passed away, Mr. John Beadle was in his 85th year, having been born in January, 1801, at the very beginning of our century, and had been a resident of Orwell for some seventy years. In early life he was a farmer, but for a long time past, having acquired a competency, he had been a resident of the village. In many ways, although he never pushed himself into prominence, was Mr. Beadle usefill in his day and generation. He did his full share in the erection of the first church building in the village; and he was one of those who took part in the local struggle on behalf of temperance. He was of a kindly, generous disposition, and many will miss him. Mr. Beadle was married twice, and he leaves behind him a widow, but no issue, his only child, a daughter, having died at an early age. There is a large circle of relatives and connections, however the present sheriff of the county, A. N. Beadle, Esq., being among his nephews. The funeral, which took place yesterday, Wednesday, brought out a large number of people. The services were conducted at the house, by Rev.’s J. K. Griffith and R. A. Wheelock.
Newspaper Obituary - Thursday, March 26, 1885 Pulaski Democrat - Pulaski, New York - Died - In Orwell, New York, March 23, 1885, John Beadle, aged 85 years. Mr. Beadle was one of the oldest and highly respected citizens of Orwell. By economy, hard work and careful investments he had accumulated a liberal competency and was considered among the wealthiest men of his town. He was jovial and pleasant company, and one who could be relied upon in every respect. The funeral will be held today (Wednesday) at Orwell.
Newspaper Obituary - Thursday, March 26, 1885 Sandy Creek News - Sandy Creek, New York - Died - Beadle - In Orwell, New York, March 23, 1885, John Beadle, aged 85 years.
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