William B.
Smith
dies in 98th year
A farmer in this district
all his life, William B. Smith, of RR1 Simcoe, died at his home on
Friday after a lengthy illness in his 98th year.
Born in Woodhouse
township, he was educated at Bethel School, Windham township.
In 1888 he was married to
Margaret Beacham, and since their marriage had resided on the same
farm. He was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving are one son,
Charles, of RR1 Simcoe, one sister, Mrs. Annie Rew of Detroit
Michigan, and three grandchildren. His parents were George Smith
and Elizabeth Vanderburg.
Funeral service will be
conducted from the Walsh Funeral Home at 2.30 p.m. Monday with
Rev. F. H. Wentworth officiating and interment in Oakwood
Cemetery.
