Obit- Henry County Missouri MOGenWeb
WILLIAMS, S. Frank Rev.
b. Oct. 25, 1826, near Glasgow, Howard Co., MO
d. May 19, 1912, 4 mi. W. of Clinton, Henry Co., MO
Clinton MO- Rev. Frank Williams Enters into that Heaven of Eternal Rest. Like a ripe sheaf, that aged minister, familiarly called "Uncle" Frank Williams, has been garnered by that grim reaper, death. He fell asleep on Sunday morning at 11:30 o'clock, May 19th 1912 at his home 4 miles west of Clinton, this state, after and illness of three months with the infirmities of old age. Born in Howard county, this state, near Glasgow, Oct. 25th 1826, and had therefore passed his four score years, being eighty-five years, six months, and twenty-four days of age. Uncle Frank Williams was one of the oldest settlers of Henry county, and a complete biography of his life would be a very interesting part in the history of the county, especially of its religion. He was the oldest child in a family of nine children, three of whom died in early childhood. During his youth, his father William Williams, moved to Henry county, to the tract of land that they settled and made a home of where most of his life was spent and he died. In 1849 he went to California, driving an ox team, returning five years later, March 22, 1855 he was untied in marriage with Miss Jane Baker, niece of Nathan Fields, her death occured June 28, 1876, Six children were born to this union. Samuel died in infancy. Lee Williams and Mrs. Helen Shoemaker died several years ago, each leaving a companion and three children. Thrree children survive; Harris, at the old home; John, near Garland and Mrs. Mollie Foster at Rich Hill; fifteen grandchildren and one great grand child. He is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Jane Shelton, of Adrian, Bates County, MO. In early manhood while he was overseeing slaves on the farm of Major Ashby, near Clinton a union revival meeting was held by the Cumberland Presbyterians and Methodists in the old court house in Clinton. He attended the meeting, became very much interested and joined the Methodist church, soon after organized at that place. His conversion took place in the field while watching over the slaves, being deeply convicted of sin he earnestly prayed till he flet his sins were forgiven then he sand (?sang) and shouted, the Negroes wondering what had come into their master's life to cause such a change. From that time forward he turned his mind to things spiritual, and became a very zealous Christian worker. During the war he held cottage prayer meetings in the homes of the community also in the school house. Among all denominations his influence was felt as he was ever ready to work for the Master when given an opportunity. In a revival meeting held in Flat Foot school house near the present location of Garland, he perhaps did his first preaching. After the war was closed a Cumberland PResbyterian church was organized at the old court house by James Henry Houk, from Warrensburg. There were seven members; Mrs. Elizabeth Weila now residing at 212 North 4th street, is the only one living. The other members were; Mrs. Kate Rogers and daughter, Mrs. George Royston; Mrs. Eliza Holland; Mrs. Elizabeth Parks, sister to the Dr. Holland; the wife of Esquire Means and Colonel Tutt's wife. Uncle Frank left the Methodist church and with his wife joined the Cumberland and later became one of its elders. Later a Cumberland church being organized at Fields Creek school house he and his wife put their membership there. After the erection of a new church building at Fields Creek, he being then an ordained minister, became one of its first pastors and so served for several years. He also served as pastor in after years in Mound Springs, Hickory Grove, Coal and other places. He assisted in many revival meetings in different parts of the county, regardless of denomination and never charged any salary, gratefully receiving the offerings of love and gratitude that the churches and friends donated. His efforts were earnest and far-reaching, among those who were in strength and maturity as well as the troubled and afflicted. His visits in the homes helped many of the distressed, souls were converted and helped to become reconciled to their Father's will. After sister Mattis and I were converted and joined the Baptist church, Uncle Frank and Mr. John Taylor came to our house one Sunday afternoon and held a precious service of Bible reading., song and prayer, the influence of which has been a blessing to our lives, and we are trying to pass it on to others. Both of those dear old friends are gone but their influence still lives. He preached many funeral sermons, always trying to awaken conviction of sin and forgiveness through Christ. He married many couples and was heard to say several months ago, "Not one couple have ever been divorced." God grant that the record may remain so and that their lives may remain so and that their lives may renown to God's glory; for the blessed old saint always gave the honor and glory to God. Many times have we heard him pray "Our Kind Heavenly Father, we thank Thee for these dispensations of Thy love and that there is no visible mark of Thy disapproval resting upon us." His last effort to assist in a revival was with Bro. Ramsey at Bethlehem. He suffered a great deal but tried to be patient and grateful. On Friday before he died he told his son, Harris, "You have all been good to me, I appreciate it. The little children have led me and given me good attention." He also appreciated the many acts of kindness and love that the dear relatives, neighbors and friends showed him. May the sorrowing loved ones get comfort and peace in believing and trusting in Father's God. And may all meet as an unbroken family when the roll is called up yonder. May it be said of all as is said of him, "Well Done, thou good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joy of the Lord." The funeral services occurred at Fields Creek church, Monday. There was a great out pouring of people from miles around, who testified by their presence, to their regard for the departed one. The song that Uncle Frank loved best, of which he said, "It is the only song I can sing, and I want it sung at my funeral: "Savior More Than Life to Me." The remains were then taken by the Masons, of which order he had long been a member and after a very impressive service, laid to rest under the beautiful spreading oak tree the place he had selected in the northwest corner of the church yard, while the song he requested, "Rest for the Weary," was sung as his body was being lowered into the grave.
From Fields Creek Cemetery Listing, Henry Co., Mo Website S. Frank, Rev. Williams
b. 25 Oct. 1826 d. 19 May 1912 Burial 20 May 1912
Fields Creek Cemetery
s/o William Williams married 22 Mar. 1855 to Jane Baker. he was of the age of 85 years, 6 months, 24 days.
Full Name. Squire Frank Williams
WILLIAMS, S. Frank Rev.
b. Oct. 25, 1826, near Glasgow, Howard Co., MO
d. May 19, 1912, 4 mi. W. of Clinton, Henry Co., MO
Clinton MO- Rev. Frank Williams Enters into that Heaven of Eternal Rest. Like a ripe sheaf, that aged minister, familiarly called "Uncle" Frank Williams, has been garnered by that grim reaper, death. He fell asleep on Sunday morning at 11:30 o'clock, May 19th 1912 at his home 4 miles west of Clinton, this state, after and illness of three months with the infirmities of old age. Born in Howard county, this state, near Glasgow, Oct. 25th 1826, and had therefore passed his four score years, being eighty-five years, six months, and twenty-four days of age. Uncle Frank Williams was one of the oldest settlers of Henry county, and a complete biography of his life would be a very interesting part in the history of the county, especially of its religion. He was the oldest child in a family of nine children, three of whom died in early childhood. During his youth, his father William Williams, moved to Henry county, to the tract of land that they settled and made a home of where most of his life was spent and he died. In 1849 he went to California, driving an ox team, returning five years later, March 22, 1855 he was untied in marriage with Miss Jane Baker, niece of Nathan Fields, her death occured June 28, 1876, Six children were born to this union. Samuel died in infancy. Lee Williams and Mrs. Helen Shoemaker died several years ago, each leaving a companion and three children. Thrree children survive; Harris, at the old home; John, near Garland and Mrs. Mollie Foster at Rich Hill; fifteen grandchildren and one great grand child. He is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Jane Shelton, of Adrian, Bates County, MO. In early manhood while he was overseeing slaves on the farm of Major Ashby, near Clinton a union revival meeting was held by the Cumberland Presbyterians and Methodists in the old court house in Clinton. He attended the meeting, became very much interested and joined the Methodist church, soon after organized at that place. His conversion took place in the field while watching over the slaves, being deeply convicted of sin he earnestly prayed till he flet his sins were forgiven then he sand (?sang) and shouted, the Negroes wondering what had come into their master's life to cause such a change. From that time forward he turned his mind to things spiritual, and became a very zealous Christian worker. During the war he held cottage prayer meetings in the homes of the community also in the school house. Among all denominations his influence was felt as he was ever ready to work for the Master when given an opportunity. In a revival meeting held in Flat Foot school house near the present location of Garland, he perhaps did his first preaching. After the war was closed a Cumberland PResbyterian church was organized at the old court house by James Henry Houk, from Warrensburg. There were seven members; Mrs. Elizabeth Weila now residing at 212 North 4th street, is the only one living. The other members were; Mrs. Kate Rogers and daughter, Mrs. George Royston; Mrs. Eliza Holland; Mrs. Elizabeth Parks, sister to the Dr. Holland; the wife of Esquire Means and Colonel Tutt's wife. Uncle Frank left the Methodist church and with his wife joined the Cumberland and later became one of its elders. Later a Cumberland church being organized at Fields Creek school house he and his wife put their membership there. After the erection of a new church building at Fields Creek, he being then an ordained minister, became one of its first pastors and so served for several years. He also served as pastor in after years in Mound Springs, Hickory Grove, Coal and other places. He assisted in many revival meetings in different parts of the county, regardless of denomination and never charged any salary, gratefully receiving the offerings of love and gratitude that the churches and friends donated. His efforts were earnest and far-reaching, among those who were in strength and maturity as well as the troubled and afflicted. His visits in the homes helped many of the distressed, souls were converted and helped to become reconciled to their Father's will. After sister Mattis and I were converted and joined the Baptist church, Uncle Frank and Mr. John Taylor came to our house one Sunday afternoon and held a precious service of Bible reading., song and prayer, the influence of which has been a blessing to our lives, and we are trying to pass it on to others. Both of those dear old friends are gone but their influence still lives. He preached many funeral sermons, always trying to awaken conviction of sin and forgiveness through Christ. He married many couples and was heard to say several months ago, "Not one couple have ever been divorced." God grant that the record may remain so and that their lives may remain so and that their lives may renown to God's glory; for the blessed old saint always gave the honor and glory to God. Many times have we heard him pray "Our Kind Heavenly Father, we thank Thee for these dispensations of Thy love and that there is no visible mark of Thy disapproval resting upon us." His last effort to assist in a revival was with Bro. Ramsey at Bethlehem. He suffered a great deal but tried to be patient and grateful. On Friday before he died he told his son, Harris, "You have all been good to me, I appreciate it. The little children have led me and given me good attention." He also appreciated the many acts of kindness and love that the dear relatives, neighbors and friends showed him. May the sorrowing loved ones get comfort and peace in believing and trusting in Father's God. And may all meet as an unbroken family when the roll is called up yonder. May it be said of all as is said of him, "Well Done, thou good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joy of the Lord." The funeral services occurred at Fields Creek church, Monday. There was a great out pouring of people from miles around, who testified by their presence, to their regard for the departed one. The song that Uncle Frank loved best, of which he said, "It is the only song I can sing, and I want it sung at my funeral: "Savior More Than Life to Me." The remains were then taken by the Masons, of which order he had long been a member and after a very impressive service, laid to rest under the beautiful spreading oak tree the place he had selected in the northwest corner of the church yard, while the song he requested, "Rest for the Weary," was sung as his body was being lowered into the grave.
From Fields Creek Cemetery Listing, Henry Co., Mo Website S. Frank, Rev. Williams
b. 25 Oct. 1826 d. 19 May 1912 Burial 20 May 1912
Fields Creek Cemetery
s/o William Williams married 22 Mar. 1855 to Jane Baker. he was of the age of 85 years, 6 months, 24 days.
Full Name. Squire Frank Williams
Obit- Henry County Missouri MOGenWeb
WILLIAMS, S. Frank Rev.
b. Oct. 25, 1826, near Glasgow, Howard Co., MO
d. May 19, 1912, 4 mi. W. of Clinton, Henry Co., MO
Clinton MO- Rev. Frank Williams Enters into that Heaven of Eternal Rest. Like a ripe sheaf, that aged minister, familiarly called "Uncle" Frank Williams, has been garnered by that grim reaper, death. He fell asleep on Sunday morning at 11:30 o'clock, May 19th 1912 at his home 4 miles west of Clinton, this state, after and illness of three months with the infirmities of old age. Born in Howard county, this state, near Glasgow, Oct. 25th 1826, and had therefore passed his four score years, being eighty-five years, six months, and twenty-four days of age. Uncle Frank Williams was one of the oldest settlers of Henry county, and a complete biography of his life would be a very interesting part in the history of the county, especially of its religion. He was the oldest child in a family of nine children, three of whom died in early childhood. During his youth, his father William Williams, moved to Henry county, to the tract of land that they settled and made a home of where most of his life was spent and he died. In 1849 he went to California, driving an ox team, returning five years later, March 22, 1855 he was untied in marriage with Miss Jane Baker, niece of Nathan Fields, her death occured June 28, 1876, Six children were born to this union. Samuel died in infancy. Lee Williams and Mrs. Helen Shoemaker died several years ago, each leaving a companion and three children. Thrree children survive; Harris, at the old home; John, near Garland and Mrs. Mollie Foster at Rich Hill; fifteen grandchildren and one great grand child. He is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Jane Shelton, of Adrian, Bates County, MO. In early manhood while he was overseeing slaves on the farm of Major Ashby, near Clinton a union revival meeting was held by the Cumberland Presbyterians and Methodists in the old court house in Clinton. He attended the meeting, became very much interested and joined the Methodist church, soon after organized at that place. His conversion took place in the field while watching over the slaves, being deeply convicted of sin he earnestly prayed till he flet his sins were forgiven then he sand (?sang) and shouted, the Negroes wondering what had come into their master's life to cause such a change. From that time forward he turned his mind to things spiritual, and became a very zealous Christian worker. During the war he held cottage prayer meetings in the homes of the community also in the school house. Among all denominations his influence was felt as he was ever ready to work for the Master when given an opportunity. In a revival meeting held in Flat Foot school house near the present location of Garland, he perhaps did his first preaching. After the war was closed a Cumberland PResbyterian church was organized at the old court house by James Henry Houk, from Warrensburg. There were seven members; Mrs. Elizabeth Weila now residing at 212 North 4th street, is the only one living. The other members were; Mrs. Kate Rogers and daughter, Mrs. George Royston; Mrs. Eliza Holland; Mrs. Elizabeth Parks, sister to the Dr. Holland; the wife of Esquire Means and Colonel Tutt's wife. Uncle Frank left the Methodist church and with his wife joined the Cumberland and later became one of its elders. Later a Cumberland church being organized at Fields Creek school house he and his wife put their membership there. After the erection of a new church building at Fields Creek, he being then an ordained minister, became one of its first pastors and so served for several years. He also served as pastor in after years in Mound Springs, Hickory Grove, Coal and other places. He assisted in many revival meetings in different parts of the county, regardless of denomination and never charged any salary, gratefully receiving the offerings of love and gratitude that the churches and friends donated. His efforts were earnest and far-reaching, among those who were in strength and maturity as well as the troubled and afflicted. His visits in the homes helped many of the distressed, souls were converted and helped to become reconciled to their Father's will. After sister Mattis and I were converted and joined the Baptist church, Uncle Frank and Mr. John Taylor came to our house one Sunday afternoon and held a precious service of Bible reading., song and prayer, the influence of which has been a blessing to our lives, and we are trying to pass it on to others. Both of those dear old friends are gone but their influence still lives. He preached many funeral sermons, always trying to awaken conviction of sin and forgiveness through Christ. He married many couples and was heard to say several months ago, "Not one couple have ever been divorced." God grant that the record may remain so and that their lives may remain so and that their lives may renown to God's glory; for the blessed old saint always gave the honor and glory to God. Many times have we heard him pray "Our Kind Heavenly Father, we thank Thee for these dispensations of Thy love and that there is no visible mark of Thy disapproval resting upon us." His last effort to assist in a revival was with Bro. Ramsey at Bethlehem. He suffered a great deal but tried to be patient and grateful. On Friday before he died he told his son, Harris, "You have all been good to me, I appreciate it. The little children have led me and given me good attention." He also appreciated the many acts of kindness and love that the dear relatives, neighbors and friends showed him. May the sorrowing loved ones get comfort and peace in believing and trusting in Father's God. And may all meet as an unbroken family when the roll is called up yonder. May it be said of all as is said of him, "Well Done, thou good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joy of the Lord." The funeral services occurred at Fields Creek church, Monday. There was a great out pouring of people from miles around, who testified by their presence, to their regard for the departed one. The song that Uncle Frank loved best, of which he said, "It is the only song I can sing, and I want it sung at my funeral: "Savior More Than Life to Me." The remains were then taken by the Masons, of which order he had long been a member and after a very impressive service, laid to rest under the beautiful spreading oak tree the place he had selected in the northwest corner of the church yard, while the song he requested, "Rest for the Weary," was sung as his body was being lowered into the grave.
From Fields Creek Cemetery Listing, Henry Co., Mo Website S. Frank, Rev. Williams
b. 25 Oct. 1826 d. 19 May 1912 Burial 20 May 1912
Fields Creek Cemetery
s/o William Williams married 22 Mar. 1855 to Jane Baker. he was of the age of 85 years, 6 months, 24 days.
Full Name. Squire Frank Williams
WILLIAMS, S. Frank Rev.
b. Oct. 25, 1826, near Glasgow, Howard Co., MO
d. May 19, 1912, 4 mi. W. of Clinton, Henry Co., MO
Clinton MO- Rev. Frank Williams Enters into that Heaven of Eternal Rest. Like a ripe sheaf, that aged minister, familiarly called "Uncle" Frank Williams, has been garnered by that grim reaper, death. He fell asleep on Sunday morning at 11:30 o'clock, May 19th 1912 at his home 4 miles west of Clinton, this state, after and illness of three months with the infirmities of old age. Born in Howard county, this state, near Glasgow, Oct. 25th 1826, and had therefore passed his four score years, being eighty-five years, six months, and twenty-four days of age. Uncle Frank Williams was one of the oldest settlers of Henry county, and a complete biography of his life would be a very interesting part in the history of the county, especially of its religion. He was the oldest child in a family of nine children, three of whom died in early childhood. During his youth, his father William Williams, moved to Henry county, to the tract of land that they settled and made a home of where most of his life was spent and he died. In 1849 he went to California, driving an ox team, returning five years later, March 22, 1855 he was untied in marriage with Miss Jane Baker, niece of Nathan Fields, her death occured June 28, 1876, Six children were born to this union. Samuel died in infancy. Lee Williams and Mrs. Helen Shoemaker died several years ago, each leaving a companion and three children. Thrree children survive; Harris, at the old home; John, near Garland and Mrs. Mollie Foster at Rich Hill; fifteen grandchildren and one great grand child. He is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Jane Shelton, of Adrian, Bates County, MO. In early manhood while he was overseeing slaves on the farm of Major Ashby, near Clinton a union revival meeting was held by the Cumberland Presbyterians and Methodists in the old court house in Clinton. He attended the meeting, became very much interested and joined the Methodist church, soon after organized at that place. His conversion took place in the field while watching over the slaves, being deeply convicted of sin he earnestly prayed till he flet his sins were forgiven then he sand (?sang) and shouted, the Negroes wondering what had come into their master's life to cause such a change. From that time forward he turned his mind to things spiritual, and became a very zealous Christian worker. During the war he held cottage prayer meetings in the homes of the community also in the school house. Among all denominations his influence was felt as he was ever ready to work for the Master when given an opportunity. In a revival meeting held in Flat Foot school house near the present location of Garland, he perhaps did his first preaching. After the war was closed a Cumberland PResbyterian church was organized at the old court house by James Henry Houk, from Warrensburg. There were seven members; Mrs. Elizabeth Weila now residing at 212 North 4th street, is the only one living. The other members were; Mrs. Kate Rogers and daughter, Mrs. George Royston; Mrs. Eliza Holland; Mrs. Elizabeth Parks, sister to the Dr. Holland; the wife of Esquire Means and Colonel Tutt's wife. Uncle Frank left the Methodist church and with his wife joined the Cumberland and later became one of its elders. Later a Cumberland church being organized at Fields Creek school house he and his wife put their membership there. After the erection of a new church building at Fields Creek, he being then an ordained minister, became one of its first pastors and so served for several years. He also served as pastor in after years in Mound Springs, Hickory Grove, Coal and other places. He assisted in many revival meetings in different parts of the county, regardless of denomination and never charged any salary, gratefully receiving the offerings of love and gratitude that the churches and friends donated. His efforts were earnest and far-reaching, among those who were in strength and maturity as well as the troubled and afflicted. His visits in the homes helped many of the distressed, souls were converted and helped to become reconciled to their Father's will. After sister Mattis and I were converted and joined the Baptist church, Uncle Frank and Mr. John Taylor came to our house one Sunday afternoon and held a precious service of Bible reading., song and prayer, the influence of which has been a blessing to our lives, and we are trying to pass it on to others. Both of those dear old friends are gone but their influence still lives. He preached many funeral sermons, always trying to awaken conviction of sin and forgiveness through Christ. He married many couples and was heard to say several months ago, "Not one couple have ever been divorced." God grant that the record may remain so and that their lives may remain so and that their lives may renown to God's glory; for the blessed old saint always gave the honor and glory to God. Many times have we heard him pray "Our Kind Heavenly Father, we thank Thee for these dispensations of Thy love and that there is no visible mark of Thy disapproval resting upon us." His last effort to assist in a revival was with Bro. Ramsey at Bethlehem. He suffered a great deal but tried to be patient and grateful. On Friday before he died he told his son, Harris, "You have all been good to me, I appreciate it. The little children have led me and given me good attention." He also appreciated the many acts of kindness and love that the dear relatives, neighbors and friends showed him. May the sorrowing loved ones get comfort and peace in believing and trusting in Father's God. And may all meet as an unbroken family when the roll is called up yonder. May it be said of all as is said of him, "Well Done, thou good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joy of the Lord." The funeral services occurred at Fields Creek church, Monday. There was a great out pouring of people from miles around, who testified by their presence, to their regard for the departed one. The song that Uncle Frank loved best, of which he said, "It is the only song I can sing, and I want it sung at my funeral: "Savior More Than Life to Me." The remains were then taken by the Masons, of which order he had long been a member and after a very impressive service, laid to rest under the beautiful spreading oak tree the place he had selected in the northwest corner of the church yard, while the song he requested, "Rest for the Weary," was sung as his body was being lowered into the grave.
From Fields Creek Cemetery Listing, Henry Co., Mo Website S. Frank, Rev. Williams
b. 25 Oct. 1826 d. 19 May 1912 Burial 20 May 1912
Fields Creek Cemetery
s/o William Williams married 22 Mar. 1855 to Jane Baker. he was of the age of 85 years, 6 months, 24 days.
Full Name. Squire Frank Williams
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on the big white monument which is for Squire Frank Williams it has "ERECTED BY THE CITIZENS OF HENRY COUNTY, IN MEMORY OF S. F. WILLIAMS, PIONEER PREACHER."
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