The deceased was born near Astoria, Illinois, August 11, 1837 and died October 23, 1910. At the time of her death she was 73 years, 2 months, and 18 days of age.
The deceased was a daughter of Rutheford and Catherine Lane, pioneer settlers of Fulton county. She was united in marriage to Dr. J. D. Tyrer, September 3, 1871. But two children were born to them, namely: Mrs. Lottie Fackler, Quincy, Ill.; and Miss Stella Tyrer, of this city. Besides the daughters mentioned, the other immediate relatives living are: A sister, Mrs. Adda Waterhouse, Spearfish, S. Dak.; three brothers, Nathan Lane, Kansas City, Mo.; John Lane, Orting, Wash.; James Lane, Canton, Ill.; and one grandson and granddaughter, Quincy, Ill. Beside the relatives she leaves a large number of friends to mourn the loss of her companionship and friendship. In her young life she took an active part in the affairs of the community in which she lived. She was post-mistress in Astoria during Lincoln’s administration, and the Civil War. In the year 1868 she became a member of the Astoria Christian Church. She was received into the church by Rev. Royal, who held a revival meeting in Astoria at that time. She took an active part in the work of the church for a number of years until physically disabled. When unable to attend the services of the church, her prayers were continued in the interest of the church that she loved. She loved the Lord, His church and His people, and made worthy sacrifices in the behalf of them. She was a christian woman and lived a noble womanly life. By the will of God she was permitted to live among us and by His will she has been taken from us. It grieves us to part with her companionship; but pleases us to know that she believed in God and has gone to Him. The funeral services were held at the residence, Oct. 31, at 2:30. Rev. Keefer, of Galesburg, a former pastor, preached the funeral sermon from the text, “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, ye believe also in me.” The sermon was an impressive one and in keeping with the life of the deceased. Rev. Keefer was assisted by Rev. C. M. Wilson, pastor of the Astoria Methodist Church. Interment was made in the Astoria cemetery.
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