Moses C. Overfelt

"God in his all-wise providence, removed from our midst, On August 21, 1873, Moses C. Overfelt, youngest son of David and Eveline G. Overfelt, age 19 years, 3 months, 13 days,  Yes, Moses has been called from the home and association of doting parents, a loving sister, and brothers, and gone to try the realities unknown to us, yet his oft-spoken, "I trust in Jesus", should cheer their sorrowful hearts, they are remembering that "blessed are the dead who die in the Lord".  His sufferings here were great, but borne without a murmur.  "To die and be at rest" was his only desire.   He was much loved and esteemed by all who knew him, and Truth, as a bright ornament, ever adorned his character.”

“You fond parents forbear to complain
That he has now gone from your sight!
You soon shall behold him again
With new and redoubled delight."


Source: Article from Paris Mercury, Oct 28, 1873.  Submitted by Debra Branigan.