ObituaryBROWNING — Mr. Bill Skiles, who has been ill several weeks and recently confined to his bed passed away Monday morning. The funeral services will be held Wednesday.
* * *
RIDGEVILLE — The funeral of W. C. Skiles was held at Ridgeville Wednesday evening preached by Rev. George McKee of Littleton. Thus another one has gone to rest, who will be sadly missed by his companion and children and relatives but our loss is heaven’s gain.
* * *
ObituaryThe angel of death has again visited our community, this time claiming as its own, William C. Skiles, who was born in Browning township, Oct. 1, 1841.
In 1861 he was united in marriage with Margaret Pierce. To this union seven children were born: William of Montana, Ross of Wisconsin, Mary of near Ray, James of Browning, Thomas of Astoria, Minnie of Colorado and Amanda, who is deceased. The mother of this family died in 1875.
In 1889 he was married to Mariah Perkins. One child, Fannie Venters of Beardstown came to bless this union.
He was converted and joined the Union Baptist church, living a consistent christian life. He has lived most of his life near Browning and made many true friends who will regret his passing.
Mr. Skiles had been in ill health for several years, and all that kind hearts and loving hands could do was done for his comfort.
He answered the call of his country and was a soldier in Company C., Third Missouri cavalry during the civil war. He answered the last call, the call of his Master, Monday morning, March 22, aged 79 years, 5 months and 21 days.
He leaves his loving wife beside the above named children and a host of relatives and friends.