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Sarah Major Metcalf

Birth	:	24 May 1858 Wooster, Wayne County, Ohio, USA
Death	:	1934 Motley, Morrison County, Minnesota, USA
Burial	:	Elmdale Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Thomas, Elgin County, Canada
Coordinate	:	42.7641869, -81.1953125
Description	:	Sarah's obituary is found in the Elwood Bulletin 15 November 1934. Sarah Major was born in Fairfield, Iowa 29 (24) May 1857 and died at the home of her son in Motley, Minnesota at the age of 77 years. When a small child, she moved with her parents to a farm near Fairfield where she spent her young years. Later she went to Illinois to live with and care for her grandparents. There she grew to womanhood, completing her education in the Galesburg, Illinois schools. She and Edwin Metcalf were married 24 August 1876. To this union, two children were... Read More	Sarah's obituary is found in the Elwood Bulletin 15 November 1934. Sarah Major was born in Fairfield, Iowa 29 (24) May 1857 and died at the home of her son in Motley, Minnesota at the age of 77 years. When a small child, she moved with her parents to a farm near Fairfield where she spent her young years. Later she went to Illinois to live with and care for her grandparents. There she grew to womanhood, completing her education in the Galesburg, Illinois schools. She and Edwin Metcalf were married 24 August 1876. To this union, two children were born, James D. and Margaret L. Since 1932, she had made her home with her children, spending the greater part of the time with her son. She lived an active and busy life until four years ago when she was stricken with arthritis. Since that time, she has suffered a great deal, being an invalid for the past two years. She never lost interest in those about her, her greatest regret being that she could not help. She was a wonderful mother, neighbor and friend and her passing leaves a vacant place in many lives. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Smithfield. She leaves to mourn her loss, a son James Metcalf of Motley, Minnesota, and a daughter Margaret Baird of Almena, Kansas, twelve grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Frescoln of Winner, South Dakota, Mrs. Ellen Dowler of Los Angeles, California, three brothers, William Major of Elwood, David of Eustis and James of Ragan. One brother and a sister preceded her in death. In addition she leaves a host of other relatives and many friends, who will always treasure a beautiful memory of a good woman. Her obituary is also found in the Motley Mercury of 9 November 1934. Mrs. Sarah Metcalf of Motley dies. On Saturday evening, 3 November 1934, a dear old lady crossed the divide quietly and peacefully when Mrs. Sarah Metcalf laid aside the cares and suffering of earth and entered into the life eternal, the benediction of a life of loving service to all who had need of it. She passed away in the home of her son and daughter in law, Mr. and Mrs. James Metcalf in Motley with whom she had made her home since 1908, except for occasional visits with her daughter and other relatives in Kansas and Nebraska. At the time of her arrival, Mr. and Mrs. Metcalf were living on their farm in Meadowbrook, struggling with other pioneers to tame wilderness condition. She helped in every way she could, rejoicing over each improvement made by them and their neighbors. To her, Meadowbrook was home, all its interests were hers - every worthy objective was certain to receive her help and encouragement. Until about four years ago, there seemed no limit to her various activities, since then she has gradually become more and more of an invalid. Services were conducted by Reverend Bates of the M.E. Church at the Metcalf home on Monday morning. The M.E. choir sang three of Mrs. Metcalf's favorite hymns, "I'm Going Home", "No Night There" and "Safely Resting". Beautiful flowers, gifts of relatives and friends covered her casket. and death of our Mother, to the choir who sang her favorite hymns, to those who gave the beautiful flowers, to Reverend Bates for his message of comfort, we extend our thanks. Information from: Pat Thomas

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Where is Sarah Major Metcalf's memorial?
Sarah Major Metcalf's memorial is located at: Elmdale Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Thomas, Elgin County, Canada.
When did Sarah Major Metcalf death?
Sarah Major Metcalf death on 1934 in Motley, Morrison County, Minnesota, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Sarah Major Metcalf's memorial?
Latitude: 42.7641869
Longitude: -81.1953125

Family Members:

Parent

David Major

(1828 - 1897)

Margaret Ann Johnson Major

(1831 - 1913)

Spouse

Siblings

William John Major

(1856 - 1940)

Jane Elizabeth “Jennie” Major Aggson

(1861 - 1931)

Margaret Lorena “Maggie” Major Frescoln

(1866 - 1947)

James Andrew Major

(1867 - 1938)

Children

Flowers:

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