The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, March 25, 1909 MRS. MARY LANCASTER departed this life at her home near Newbern March 7, 1909, at the age of 59 years, 10 months and 8 days. The largely attended funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mathison, of Lacona, were held at Union Church, Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Newbern Cemetery. MARY TOWN was born in Dufois County, Ind., April 30, 1849. On November 19, 1865, she was united in marriage to JAMES W. LANCASTER. To this union there were born five children, one of whom preceded her to the better world. Those living are MRS. SUSAN HETTINGER, MRS. ETTA FRIDLEY of Nebraska, OLLIE of Lacona, and JAMES of near Oakley. Deceased was converted when 16 years of age and became a member of the Christian Church. The many friends extend their heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved relatives. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert June 15, 2005 iggy29@rnetinc.net