The Journal Leon, Iowa December 13, 1883 Mrs. ELIZABETH SMITH, wife of FRANCIS SMITH, died at her residence in Leon, Friday, Dec. 7h, 1883. She was born in Sullivan County, Tenn, 1811; moved to Putnam County, Ind., in 1833, and was married to Mr. SMITH in 1835. Came to Decatur County about 30 years ago, resided in Centre Township at Smith's Siding until February last, when they removed to Leon. She became a member of the M.E. Church 40 years ago, and was a consistent and exemplary member of that church until her death. Her aged husband and seven children survive her; three children have died. She was universally esteemed by her neighbors and acquaintances, and never had a difficulty with anyone. The funeral services were held in the M.E. Church on Sunday morning, the house being crowded to excess, many of her old neighbors in Centre Township being present, evincing their love and esteem for the deceased. An impressive sermon was delivered by Rev. Shipman, after which the remains were taken to the grave in Leon Cemetery, followed by a long procession of mourning relatives and friends. -------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert January 5, 2010 [email protected] Her husband's obit -- still doesn't tell her maiden name... Only one of the children's names... Leon Reporter, Leon, Iowa Thursday, February l5, l900 FRANCIS SMITH was born May 4, l8l3, in Fleming County, Kentucky; and died February l0, l900, in Leon, Iowa. In the year l826, he emigrated with his family to Putnam County, Indiana. In the month of February, l835, he was united in marriage to ELIZABETH SMITH, of the same county, who died in Leon, Iowa, December 9, l883. He was married again in January, l885, to MARGARET STONE, who died December 23, l894. Since which time he has made his home with, and has been tenderly and patiently cared for during a lingering and painful disease by his daughter, HANNAH LOREY, of this city. Fifty years ago he united with the M.E. Church. During this period of time he has lived a faithful and Christian life, and he died with a bright hope of immortality, and in the triumphs of saving grace, and trying to sing the old songs of Jesus and his love. His memory is that of the just.