A Good Man Gone - Death of William Lewis.

William Lewis, Sr., was born at Lancaster, Wales, January 9, 1833, and died March 21, 1908, age 75 years, 2 months and 12 days. He came to America when 13 years old and settled at Waukesha, Wisconsin. In 1850 he crossed the plains to California and remained about five years in the west. He then returned to his old home in Wisconsin and in 1858 was married to Anna Evans. To this union eight children were born. They are Mrs. Charles Tucker, of Dedham, Iowa; William R., of Gray; Thomas C., of Goldfield, Nevada; George W., of Reno, Nevada; Libbie Lewis, of Gray; Bertha Lewis, of Arion; John A. Lewis, of Manning and Mae E. Hutson, deceased. In 1878 they moved to Carroll County, Iowa, locating on a farm near Templeton where they remained until 1891 when they moved to their present home.

Mr. Lewis was a good man; there is no language at our command by which we can fittingly portray the sincerity of this man's Christian character. In early life he embraced the Christian religion and was devoted to the faith. His life was quiet and deeply spiritual. No difference how busy nor how tired, he prayed before retiring for the night and on arising in the morning. He was unassuming and the Christian qualities of his inner life were manifested in his deeds.

He was never known to speak ill of his neighbors or of anyone and to render an accommodation was a pleasure to him even though it would discommode himself; the golden rule was his motto and his practice. Conscience guided his every act, the writer having known Mr. Lewis for 25 years. We have never met a man that said naught against him; his word was as good as his bond. He seemed to walk hand in hand with God and was strictly honest in the service he rendered, in short, he was not only a model Christian but was an honorable gentleman. He commanded the respect of all classes. None ever entered his home without a warm welcome. In his home life he was kind and loving and enjoyed the presence and fellowship of his family. He was a good neighbor and loyal citizen. In his death we have lost a good man, a Christian man, and he will be greatly missed. His life was exemplary, leaving as a benediction upon those who come after him the fragrance of a character without fear and without reproach.

The funeral services were held at the M.E. Church at Gray, conducted by Rev. Golden, who gave a magnificent discourse from the text, "A Good Man," Psalm 37-23, the attendance being large who gathered to pay their last respects. He was laid to rest in the Cameron Center Cemetery. The floral offerings were beautiful.

CARD OF THANKS.
To those who were with us in our bereavement and by kind words and kindly acts have tried to lessen our sorrow, we extend our sincere thanks.
MRS. WILLIAM LEWIS AND CHILDREN.