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Sarah Ann Cherington was born October 8, 1837 in Woodford County, Illinois, and died at her home in Jackson Township, Wayne County, Iowa, March 9, aged 73 years, 5 months, and 1 day. She was married to Landon Horner September 12, 1859. To this union were born 8 children, 5 of whom are still living. Edward Horner of South Dakota, Mrs. Philip Nickle of Corydon, Iowa; S.L. Horner, H.M. Horner and Mrs. H.C. Bowman of Jackson Township. Her children were all present when she breathed her last except Edward. She leaves a husband, 5 children, and 12 gradchildren. And a host of friends to morn her loss. She united with the M. E. Church at the age of 19 and lived a true Christian life until her death. Though her sufferings were great she was patient until the end.
She also leaves a brother, Leander Cherington of Union County, Iowa. Funeral Services were held at the Richardson Chapel Sunday at 3:00 conducted by L.E. Ripley, of Allerton.
Type: Public Announcement
Date: 1911-03-11
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