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HARRIET S. (COOPER) COLVIN
The funeral of Mrs. Harriet S. (COOPER) COLVIN, 87 years of age, who died at her home on Fairview Ave, Phenix Friday afternoon, was held today. Services were conducted at 1:30 o'clock by Rev. Frank Gardner, pastor of the Phenix Baptist Church. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, Phenix. Mrs. COLVIN was the widow of Jabez COLVIN and the daughter of Thomas and Eliza COOPER. No near relatives survive her.
Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times June 4, 1913
The funeral of Thomas COLVIN highly respected resident of Harris who succumbed at his home on Lincoln Ave. Thursday, was held from his late residence yesterday afternoon. A large number of the relatives and friends of the deceased were in attendance at the funeral services which were carried out under the direction of L.W. Patterson. Rev. George W. MANNING, pastor of the Phenix M.E. Church of which the deceased was for over 30 years an active member, conducted the obsequies. "Closer to Thee" and "Nearer My God To Thee" were rendered by a quartet comprising Miss Marion HUDSON, Miss Nellie MATTESON, J. Ellery HUDSON and John B. HUDSON. Interment was in the family lot, Greenwood Cemetery, Phenix. The bearers were four nephews of the deceased Herbert, George, Fred and Benoni COLVIN. The deceased was a lifelong resident of Harris. He was a machinist by trade, having learned his vocation at the Lanphear Machine Shop. He was employed for many years as machinist at the Hope Company's Phenix Mill. He retired from active work about 14 years ago. Although he had been ailing for some time, Mr. COLVIN was able to get around as usual until about a week ago, when he was forced to take his bed. A widow and brother George A. COLVIN, survive.
Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times June 12, 1913
THE LAST RITES.
Mr. STEPHEN COLVIN's Funeral held Monday from His Home at Riverpoint entombed at Greenwood Cemetery with Masonic Ceremonies.
Last Monday afternoon Stephen COLVIN, who died suddenly, Thursday of last week, while sitting in his chair, was buried from his late residence on Allen Street Riverpoint.
The services were conducted by Rev. John McVAY pastor of the M.E. Church at Phenix, and the singing was by a quartette, composed of Mrs. E.W. WHITFORD, Miss Josephine STILLMAN, Robert REOCH and R.A.D. REOCH. The selections were "The Home of the Soul,""Nearer My God To Thee,"and "Lead, Kindly Light."
There was a large gathering of businessmen of the "Valley" former associates of the deceased and a delegation from Warwick Lodge A.F. and A.M. and from the Masonic Veteran Association, Mr. COLVIN having been a member of both bodies.
Members of Warwick Lodge acted as pall barers, and the body was placed in the tomb in Greenwood Cemetery with Masonic ceremonies.
Among the many handsome floral tributes were the following: Wreath of violets and maidenhair ferns, ropes of smilax and bunches of violets, casket decorations, from the family; gates ajar,"from his friends in the Brayton Foundry;" "wreath of laurel, from Masonic Veteran Association; wreath of galax leaves and callas, Theodore H. COLVIN and wife; bunch of white narcissus, J. Bryon COLVIN and wife; bunch of Easter lilies, Wallace H. TURNER and wife; wreath galax leaves and carnations, Mrs. Robert BRAYTON; wreath galax leaves and lilies of the valley, Mr and Mrs. Dexter S. LUTHER; wreath calla lilies, Mrs. John H. and Duncan CAMPBELL; bunch Easter Lilies, Mr. and Mrs. F.E. HATHAWAY; wreath of roses and violets; Hon. Henry L. and Mrs. Caroline C. GREENE; wreath galax leaves and carnations, Mr. and Mrs. F.W. GREENE,; bunch of violets, the Misses MEADER; wreath galax leaves, Mr. and Mrs. C.E. MEADER; wreath of violets, Mrs. C.H. TAYLOR.
Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times Feb. 18, 1903
The Funeral of Lizzie O. COLVINwas solemnized from her late residence at 10 o'clock a.m. Wednesday last. Rev. Mr. REYNOLDS assisted by Rev. Mr. ALLEN officiated, who based their remarks on the words found in the texts, Phillippians 1:23, and Exodus XV:23, respectively. Both discourses were very appropriate and the relatives and friends were counseled 'not to sit down by the well of bitter waters and partake therof, but to console themselves with the bright prospects of the future, for Lizzie had prepared herself to land safely on the other side and there in the presence of her beloved Jesus, to await their coming." The quartette consisted of David CLARKE, W.C. KENYON, Mrs. E.A. BURLINGHAM, and Miss M.J. STILLMAN, sang the two favorite hymns, "Abide with Me" and "Light After Darkness," which were very pathetically rendered. After the services the remains under the direction of J.P. ARNOLD, were borne to the tomb at Greenwood cemetery. The bearers were Messrs. Thomas E. LEAKEY, Frank CHASE, S.W. HIMES and David CLARK. Lizzie was the eldest of three daughters of Stephen O. and Elizabeth A. COLVIN, and was in the 34th year of her age. She had a large circle of friends and was always pleasant to all with whom she met. The floral tributes consisted of but few pieces yet were tastefully arranged. One piece imitating a pillow and on which was inscribed the word "Sister" was a tribute of respect to the departed. Another piece comprised of a star cresent and pillow with the words "Rest" inscribed was appropriate. A basket of flowers with several other pieces attested the feelings of respect of the donors.
Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times Dec. 17, 1887
Funeral Service Held For Former Deputy Sheriff
Rev. Walter B. GREENE Conducts Nathan COLVIN Rites
Largely attended funeral services for former Deputy SheriffNathan COLVIN, who died Tuesday at his home, Colvin street, Arkwright, were held this afternoon at 2:30, at the Ballantyne-Read Funeral Home, 27 Providence street, West Warwick. Rev. Walter B. GREENE, pastor of the Woodlawn Baptist Church of Pawtuxet, officiated. There were numerous beautiful floral offerings.
Lindsey P. CUMMINGS, tenor andWilton P. HUDSON, bass, sang "The Old Rugged Cross" and "The Strife is O'er." Burial was in Woodland Cemetery, Knotty Oak. Bearers were: Deputy Sheriff Ralph TILLINGHAST, Deputy Sheriff Arthur NEWCOMBE, Deputy Sheriff Charles THORNTON, Frank SCHOFIELD, Walter RYDBERG, and Leo CAREY.
Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times Friday October 2, 1936
Rites at Anthony for Asa E. COLVIN
Funeral services for Asa E. COLVIN, who died Wednesday in Hope, were held this afternoon at the Groton Funeral Home, 721 Washington Street, Anthony. Rev. Charles Graham, pastor of the Hope Methodist Church, officiated Mary K. ABER, harpist, furnished music.
Mr. COLVIN was for a long time connected with Washington Lodge, I.O.O.F, of Riverpoint, which had merged with Harmony Lodge, I.O.O.F. of East Greenwich. A delegation from Harmony Lodge was present and held their ritual at the funeral home. Entombment was at the Knotty Oak Cemetery.
Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times Friday March 14, 1941
Funeral of Mrs. COLVIN The funeral of Mrs. Ida F.COLVIN was solemnized at the Congregational Church on Saturday last, when the large audience room was filled to its utmost seating capacity, many drawn thither to look upon the mother and the beautiful babe upon her arm, in addition to the large family and circle of friends. The casket was covered with drab broadcloth and upon it were two plates, for the mother and babe . The services were conducted by Rev. F.H. ADAMS, pastor of the church. A select choir rendered the following selections:"We shall sleep but not forever;" solo by Miss COOKE of Providence, "Come unto Me" and the "Christian's Good Night." The floral tributes were many and beautiful, among them a pillow, "Daughter," Mrs. Almond CAHOONE; cross, Mrs. Maria COLVIN; reclining wreath, "Rest." Messrs. PAGE and SHERMAN of B. B. & R. KNIGHT's stores; bunch of calla lillies, Mr. & Ms. LAVERS bouquet of thirty white pinks one for each year, Mr. and Mrs. E.E. PAYSON wreath from employees of Arctic store; crescent and star, "Rest," Mr. and Mrs. John SYNDER, harp, "Sister," Charles A. CAHOONE; bouquet of thirty pale pinks, Mrs. Maria COLVIN; reclining cross, "Ida at Rest", Mr. and Mrs. Charles N. COLVIN; a basket of flowers for baby, little Miss Maria COLVIN; reclining anchor, "Sister," Walter MYRICK and wife,; bouquet of pinks, Mr. and Mrs. HOWLAND, Hebronville; gates ajar, "Wife and Babe at Rest," Husband of the deceased; bouquet of thirty assorted pinks, Mr. and Mrs. Byron L. COLVIN, Attleboro. The bearers were Edward E. PAYSON, Clymer A. REYNOLDS, Thomas STARLEY, William GREENHAIGE, Charles KEOUGH and William A. CARPENTER. The remains were interred at Greenwood Cemetery, Phenix. Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times Monday March 15, 1897
The Funeral of Mrs. Edna BOOTHMAN COLVIN was attended yesterday afternoon at her late home in Providence. Her former pastor, who only fifteen months ago united the happy young pair in marriage. Rev. F.H. Adams, officiated at the funeral. Only a few of the most intimate friends were present in addition to the relatives, as it was a private service. It was a sadly beautiful sight which moved every one, the young mother in the casket with her babe upon her arm. A rich display of floral offerings covered the casket; many were gifts from sympathizing friends. The remains were deposited in the vault in North End Cemetery, Providence. Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times Jan. 20, 1893
ARKWRIGHT
The funeral of Arthur B. COLVIN, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harley R. COLVIN, whose death occurred on Monday last, was solemnized at the M.E. church, Phenix, Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock with services conducted by Rev. J.S. WADSWORTH. A select choir from the Epworth chorus, which Arthur was a member, sang appropriate selections. The voices were Bertha BOWEN and Mary E. HUDSON, sopranos Mrs. Helen SISSON alto, and John M. NYE bass. The bearers were George RALPH, Charles MATTESON, Charles and Irving HUDSON, all members of his Sunday school class and also former schoolmates. Many beautiful floral offerings attested to the esteem in which the deceased was held by his acquaintances. Among them were the following: Pillow of tea roses, Easter lilies and other flowers bearing the inscription, "Arthur," from Clara GROSS; pillow with the inscription, "Arthur at Rest," from his parents; cut flowers from Mrs. Henry HOWARD; bouquet of ferns and hyacinths from Freelove COLVIN bouquet of pinks and calla lilies from Mrs. G.W. Yeaw; seventeen tea roses, one for each year of his age, from the Pythian Sisterhood; seventeen calla lilies from the Benevolent society; wreath of pinks and tea roses from Charles and Robert THEWLIS; pinks and tea roses from Robert GEE; broken column of Pinks and Easter lilies with the inscription "Friend," from Frank BARTLETT and Mary WILLEY; Easter lilies from Mrs. John B. MORIN lilies of the valley from Mrs. Julian WADSWORTH; tea roses and Easter lilies from Mrs. Maria and Albert CASE. The remains were interred in the COLVIN family burying lot. The death of this young man has cast a deep gloom over his many friends, by whom he was much respected. His parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.
Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times April 14, 1894
Anna M. MYRICK
Funeral services for Mrs. Anna M. MYRICK, widow of W. Winfield MYRICK; of 135 Hawthorn Avenue, Buttonwoods, were held this afternoon from the Frank R. Gorton and sons Funeral Home, 721 Washington Street, Anthony, with the Rev. Wilfred D. HAMILTON of Phenix Methodist Church officiating Mrs. Goff E. HAWKINS were organist.
Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, Phenix. Bearers were Ray A. CARR, Raymond H. CARR, George W. POTTER, and Frederick J. BURGEMAN Jr.
Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times "Good" Friday April 16, 1954
The Funeral of Miss Julia MYRICK, who died of typhoid pneumonia Thursday morning, was solemnized at her late residence on Pleasant street yesterday afternoon at 1 o'clock, Rev. J.H. ALLEN, pastor of the M.E. church, officiating. The house was crowded with friends and relatives of the deceased and the floral tributes were very beautiful, among which were the following: Bouquet of pinks, Benevolent society; pinks and callas, Miss Carrie BRADFORD; crescent of pinks and roses, Asa E. COLVIN and Maria COLVIN; anchor of pinks and roses , from the immediate family; easter lillies, H.T. HALL and family; heliotropes and callas, Mrs. Stephen LILLIBRIDGE; bouquet of roses, Phenix Epworth League; pinks Mrs. Emma SALISBURY; pinks A.E. and Maria COLVIN; pinks Aunt Em' and cousin Lillie. The bearers were her three brothers and brother-in-law. The remains were taken to Greenwood Cemetery for interment. Pawtuxet Valley Daily Times March 1, 1896
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