BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, OCT. 12, 1900 COXTON The death of Mrs. Phoebe Sears at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. John D. McCain, occurred on Friday, Oct. 5th. Mrs. SEARS was one of the oldest citizens in Indian Creek township. She was born near the present site of Williams in 1821. She was married to Wm. Sears in 1838. Nine children blessed the union of which only four survived her: John, Malinea, Minervia and Anna Beca. She joined the Christian church early in life, and has been a stanch member up to death. She was loved by all who knew her. A loving wife, a kind mother, and a dear neighbor. Services were held at the Old Union church and presided over by Rev. Williams. A host of friend and relatives were present to pay their last token. ************************************