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Charlotte Mary Vannoy Byers

Birth	:	4 Nov 1831 Monroe County, Indiana, USA
Death	:	29 May 1903 Lucas County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Strong Cemetery, Belinda, Lucas County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.1577000, -93.1944000
Plot	:	Row 5 N-S Grave 3
Description	:	Wife of Addison Ross Byers. Daughter of Andrew Vannoy and Rebecca Wallace Hooke OBITUARY THE CHARITON PATRIOT Chariton, Iowa Thursday, June 4, 1903 THE RIPENED SHEAF IS GARNERED Mrs. A. R. Byers, of Belinda, passed quietly to her eternal reward on Friday morning May 29. Nestled among the hills near Bloomington, Indiana, stands a log house where in 1831 lived Andrew and Rebecca Vannoy. On November 4 of that year a wee babe came to bless that home. To this little one they gave the name of Charlotte Mary, and as she grew into childhood she won a place in the parent heart that can be filled... Read More	Wife of Addison Ross Byers. Daughter of Andrew Vannoy and Rebecca Wallace Hooke OBITUARY THE CHARITON PATRIOT Chariton, Iowa Thursday, June 4, 1903 THE RIPENED SHEAF IS GARNERED Mrs. A. R. Byers, of Belinda, passed quietly to her eternal reward on Friday morning May 29. Nestled among the hills near Bloomington, Indiana, stands a log house where in 1831 lived Andrew and Rebecca Vannoy. On November 4 of that year a wee babe came to bless that home. To this little one they gave the name of Charlotte Mary, and as she grew into childhood she won a place in the parent heart that can be filled by none other than childish innocence. Gradually, childish fancies and pleasures were lost in the broader aspirations of youth, the threshold of womanhood was crossed, love whisperer the sweet old story, her heart was won and on April 12, 1853 she pledged her heart and hand to Addison R. Byers, the marriage rites being solemnized at the Vannoy homestead, by W. J. Honston, a pioneer preacher in the Christian church. With her chosen companion she trod life's pathway through sunshine and storm, mid roses and mid thorns. Fifty years, 1 month and 17 days they journeyed together, but never during this time could it be said that she shrank from duty or sought to shift a part of her burden upon others. Their married life was blessed with nine children, seven sons: Nathan N., Nicholas C., Schuyler C., Harvey L., Benjamin F., Maurice L. and David A. and two daughter: Amanda J. and Rebecca A. Of these, four preceded the mother across the river of death into eternity. In the year 1860, with her family, she came to Iowa, arriving October 5 and locating temporarily at the home of Presley Foster. Here within three weeks after their arrival, in a new country among comparative strangers, death entered the home and robbed it of priceless treasures. Twice did the funeral cortege wend its way to the silent city of the dead. The first time, October 8, carrying the cherished form of Amanda J. and again on the 25th of the same month, that of Maurice L. She well knew the privation of pioneer life, coming to Iowa when broad acres lay untilled, and when modern conveniences existed largely in theory or were dimly outlined by the world's master minds. She was accomplished, not in literature or in art, the book most dear was her Bible. The picture most pleasing to her vision, a happy family circle, a community of peaceful neighbors, but in doing those things learned by the hardy pioneer she had reached a point of excellence. Throughout her life she manifested a love for music and had in earlier years possessed much talent in singing. During her last sickness she frequently asked the friends who were assembled to sing for her, and at times she would join with them and sing the songs that had been her favorites for many years. As a Christian she was humble and trustful, possessing eminently those characteristics which are mentioned by the man of Nazareth as the elements of a happy fruitful life. As a mother she was patient, gentle and self-denying. She was not unmindful of the needs of the church and community, but home was the place where her life was concentrated, always seeking to cast her influence on the side of right. Early in life she became a Christian, uniting first with the Baptist church, and later in 1857, affiliating with the Christian church at Richland, Indiana. After moving to Iowa she became one of the charter members of the Columbia congregation of the Disciples, near Belinda, and ever remained true to the principles of the Christian faith. "Aunt Lottie," as she was so familiarly known, has gone but, "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord, from henceforth, yea, saith the spirit, they shall rest from their labors and their works do follow them." The friendly salutation, the hearty handshake, the lessons taught as she faithfully instructed her class in Sunday school, the words of cheer to the little ones, all these will be kindly remembered and their influence be bounded by eternity alone. On the morning of May 29th, she entered into rest, bestowing upon those who had so tenderly cared for her, a parting smile. Funeral services were held at the home on Sunday at 11 o'clock, conducted by Elder Fowler, of Knoxville, after which the remains were conveyed to the Strong cemetery, and tenderly laid to rest while relatives, neighbors and friends bade adieu.

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Charlotte Mary Vannoy Byers's memorial is located at: Strong Cemetery, Belinda, Lucas County, USA.
When did Charlotte Mary Vannoy Byers death?
Charlotte Mary Vannoy Byers death on 29 May 1903 in Lucas County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 41.1577000
Longitude: -93.1944000

Family Members:

Parent

Spouse

Addison Ross Byers

(1830 - 1908)

Siblings

Children

Amanda Josephine Byers

(1854 - 1860)

Nicholas Caleb Byers Sr.

(1856 - 1911)

Morris Lafayette Byers

(1858 - 1860)

Harvey Lincoln Byers

(1861 - 1915)

Schuyler Colfax Byers

(1863 - 1865)

Rebecca Anna Byers Carter

(1866 - 1915)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Strong Cemetery
Belinda, Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1577000, -93.1944000

2. Columbia Cemetery
Columbia, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1679993, -93.1520004

3. Clear Cemetery
Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1589000, -93.1449000

4. Belinda Swede Pioneer Cemetery
Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1157000, -93.1948000

5. Pine Hill-Bingham Pioneer Cemetery
Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1315000, -93.2511000

6. Stotts Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1717780, -93.1272350

7. Gosport Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.2029991, -93.1529999

8. Coal Glen Cemetery
Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1225000, -93.1272000

9. Zion Cemetery
Williamson, Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0962000, -93.1675000

10. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Melcher-Dallas, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2109985, -93.2460022

11. Oakdale Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1467000, -93.0987000

12. Brownlee Cemetery
Williamson, Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1030000, -93.2749000

13. Spring Hill Pioneer Cemetery
Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1323000, -93.2989000

14. Oak Hill Cemetery
Tipperary, Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0963000, -93.1178000

15. Olive Chapel Cemetery
Attica, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1980019, -93.0899963

16. Fairview Cemetery
Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2339000, -93.2558000

17. Bellamy Cemetery
Melcher-Dallas, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2480500, -93.1774300

18. Tickel Cemetery
Melcher-Dallas, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2149480, -93.2905900

19. Dallas Cemetery
Melcher-Dallas, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2346115, -93.2630005

20. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Bauer, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2033500, -93.3080000

21. Nepas Cemetery
Melcher-Dallas, Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2560000, -93.2440000

22. Newbern Cemetery
White Breast Township, Warren County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1607240, -93.3416580

23. Oxford Cemetery
Chariton, Lucas County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0538800, -93.2504800

24. York Cemetery
Marion County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2588000, -93.1300000