| Obit For | James Alexander Roller |
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| Headline | #1. J. A. Roller #2. Double Funeral Services Held Sunday |
| Text | #1. J. A. Roller was born in McDonald County, Mo., July 30, 1857 and passed away at his home south of Washburn, Mo., Dec. 2, 1939, at the age of 82 years, 4 months and 2 days. He suffered injuries in an accident some months ago when he was struck by a M. & A. motor car near his home and never recovered from the injuries. He was united in marriage to Polly Ann Edens Feb. 15, 1880. She preceded him in death on Dec. 30, 1934. They had lived together 54 years. To their marriage eight children were born, three of whom proceeded him in death in infancy. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Nellie Vanzandt of Pineville, Mo., and the following sons: Arthur, Albert, George and Orville, all of the home community. Also 11 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, three sisters, five brothers and many other relatives and friends. He was converted when a young man and was a charter member of the Baptist Church in Woodland, Calif. Later he moved his membership to the Rock Springs Baptist Church, then at a later date he became a member of the Washburn Baptist Church where he remained a faithful and loyal member until death. He was a kind and loving father and will be sadly missed by all. Mr. Roller served as Justice of the Peace in his township for a number years and was a man of strong convictions and stood out uncompromisingly against lawlessness. He took an active part in all community interests. He served as Treasure of the Barry County Baptist Association for 20 years. Burial was in the Roller Cemetery with the Horine-Culver Funeral Service in charge. #2. Double Funeral Services Held Sunday A double funeral service was held at the Rock Springs Baptist Church near Washburn, Mo., on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 3, 1939 for J. A. Roller and his niece Mrs. Harriet Odean Fenix. The services were conducted by Chas. Vanzandt. Prayer was offered by Rev. W. P. Richardson. Rev. Erickson sang a solo, “Never Grow Old”. A trio composed of Clinton Blythe, John Riddick and Prof. King, sang two vocal selections with Mrs. Maud Wilson at the piano. A very large assembly of relatives and friends were present to pay their last tribute of respect to their departed ones. A fine spirit of cooperation was shown by the Undertakers in handling the large crowd. |
| Newspaper | Wheaton Journal |
| Date | #1. & # 2. Thursday, December 7, 1939 |
| Death Cert Link | Death Certificate |
| Resource | State Historical Society of Missouri |
| Submitted by | Donna Cooper |
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