OBITUARY
THOMAS GIBBS WHITE.
Thomas Gibbs White
was born near Zoar, Warren County, Ohio March 26, 1852. His father and
grandfather bore the name of James
White and both resided on the farm upon which the deceased
was born. When he was about two years old, he came with his father's family
to the farm where he spent the remainder of his life, with the exception
of four years. During this time he was employed in teaching and in the
grocery business at Morrow, Ohio. A part of his education was gained in
the country school and the remainder in the Normal
school in Lebanon. His first wife was Ada M. Dugan.
They were married February 15, 1876. Her grandfather and his, were co-workers
in the Methodist ministry, and their marriage was the culmination of the
life long association of the families. Five children were born of this
union. They are, James Charmer, Sarah Elizabeth,
wife of L. S. Ivins, Mary Keever, wife
of A. G. Gilmore, Robert Marvyn and
Laura Emily. In these was his very soul wrapped up and
for them he spent his life freely This home circle was broken January
2, 1893 by the death of the wife and mother, but, his courage never failed
in the darkest hour. For the few years following his sister came into
the home to assist in the care of the family especially of the two-months-old
baby. He was married October 19, 1898 to Adaline T. Jameson
who ever since has presided over his home with diligence and care, Throughout
his life his sunny nature won friends and his sincerity held them. He
lived an exemplary Christian life. The principles of religion inculcated
in his early life strengthened as the years went on, and all who were
privileged to enter his sick room realized this to be true. His testimony
to all was of the abiding presence of his Savior. He had a keen perception
of the right and was conscientious and true. He united with the M. E.
church in Lebanon, March 1, 1868, under the pastorate of Dr. D.
J. Starr and continued in full fellowship and manifold labors
of love until the summons came for his transition. For several years he
has held official position in the church. He was taken sick January 10,
with appendicitis. After suffering patiently for ten days he peacefully
passed away January 20, 1909. Beside his wife and children, many friends
and relatives remain to cherish his [memory] as an inspiration to noble
living and Christian devotion.
We believe he could truly feel as the Apostle, "I have fought a good
fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith- henceforth there
is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord the righteous
judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only but unto all them
also that love his appearing."
Resolutions of Respect.
Whereas, our Heavenly Father in his divine providence hath seen fit to remove from our midst a beloved and honored member of our organization.
Therefore be it
Resolved, that in the death of T. Gibbs White, the Lebanon
Farmer's club sustains an irreparable loss, that we have been affected
with profound sorrow by the death of our friend and brother and that we
will affectionately cherish his memory.
Resloved, that our sincere condolence is tendered his widow and family.
Realizing the inability of human words to comfort we commend them to the
Father who hath said, "I will never leave the nor forsake thee."
Resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be printed in the Lebanon papers,
that they be spread on the minutes of our club and that a copy be presented
to the bereaved family. - H. M. Snook, J. Q.
Baker and Anna R. Mull, Committee.