1833 - Jacob Powell - 1915
Jacob Powell, commonly known as "Ben" Powell, was born in Monroe County, Mo., June 8, 1838. Departed this life February 20, 1915, at his home in Butler. He was brought up in Schuyler County, Mo., and moved to Bates County about 48 years ago. The last five years the Powell family has resided in Butler.
Deceased was married in Schuyler County, 60 years ago. Along the way of life these good people have walked together. Through the changing scenes along the way, and the labors of all the years they have lightened each other's burdens and deepened their joys. On the third day of this month, just sixteen days ago, his wife passed over the river, and so shortly he to, answered the eternal call.
To this family eleven children were born, seven of whom survive. Sarah A. Powell, Mrs. Jennie Miller of St. Joseph; Mrs. Helen Venner of Canada; W. B., Lee, David and Andrew Powell of Butler. John T. Lane and G. W. Lane, sons by a former marriage, and both of Oklahoma, also survive.
Deceased was well and favorably known by his friends and neighbors. Mr. Powell was a kind father and a devoted husband. He shall be missed through all the days that are to come. These children are doubly bereft by the going of both father and mother so closely together. The blessings of a rich Heavenly Father, and the warm sympathy of many friends and neighbors are sufficient for the hour of bereavement and a source of comfort.
Funeral conducted from the house Sunday at 2:30 p. m. by Rev. R. M. Webdell, Interment in Eilliott Cemetery south of Butler.
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