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Forrest Chester Norwood

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Forrest Chester Norwood

Birth
Gloucester, Essex County, Massachusetts, USA
Death
7 Apr 1927 (aged 49)
Essex County, Massachusetts, USA
Burial
Gloucester, Essex County, Massachusetts, USA Add to Map
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Forrest Chester Norwood, a well known and respected resident of Riverdale, passed away at his home,101 Wheeler street,this morning at 5 o'clock after a few weeks illness, at the age of 49 years, 4 months. Mr. Norwood was seized with an ill turn while at work about four weeks ago, his condition becoming such that he was removed to the Carney hospital, Boston for treatment. He returned home and a few days ago was stricken with a shock from which he failed to recover. The deceased was the son of John and Elizabeth Ann (Day) Norwood, both of Riverdale. He was born in the old Norwood homestead where he resided until his death. He was twice married, his first wife being Geneva Lynch of this city, who passed away some 22 years ago. He later married Lillian E. Wilkins of Stewardstown, N.H., by who he is survived, also a son, Henry Norwood of the U.S. Navy, two daughters, Helen, wife of John Love and Gertrude, wife of Albert Brant, both of this city, children of the former union; and an adopted daughter, Shirley Norwood and one brother, Charles A. Norwood, the contractor and builder.

Mr. Norwood was a man well known and liked by all in the community, where his many acts of kindness and unselfish devotion to others will always be remembered. He was a carpenter by trade and for many years was in business with Archie Wheeler of Wheeler's Point, under the firm name of Wheeler & Norwood. A few years ago, the partnership dissolved and since that time he has been in partnership with Herbert Boynton of this village. He was a workman of rare ability and being naturally mechanically inclined, could turn his hand to many different branches of work. He was an enthusiastic sportsman and a lover of all nature, being always ready to do a humane deed.

The deceased was a member of J. Franklin Dyer Camp, Sons of Union Veterans,and of the Cape Ann Fish and Game Protective Association.

FUNERAL SERVICE

The funeral of Forest C. Norwood was held yesterday afternoon at the Riverdale Methodist Episcopal church, following a private service at his late home, 101 Wheeler street.

The church services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Robert A. Clark who read consolingly from the scriptures. A large number of friends and relatives from all parts of the city and out of town were in attendance, also delegations from Franklin Dwyer Camp, Sons of Union Veterans, the Cape Ann Fish and Game Protective Association, with which organizations the deceased has been affiliated.

The floral tributes were profuse and strikingly beautiful. Miss Ruth Everott Brown sweetly sang, "Beautiful Beckoning Hands," and "Abide with Me." Impressive also were the services conducted by Sons of Union Veterans. Internment was at Wesleyan Cemetery, where commitment services were conducted by Rev. Robert A. Clark.

The pall bearers were Charles Story, Charles B. Corliss, George A. Reed, Elias R. Sweet, Charles W. Lucas, Frank F. Foley.
Forrest Chester Norwood, a well known and respected resident of Riverdale, passed away at his home,101 Wheeler street,this morning at 5 o'clock after a few weeks illness, at the age of 49 years, 4 months. Mr. Norwood was seized with an ill turn while at work about four weeks ago, his condition becoming such that he was removed to the Carney hospital, Boston for treatment. He returned home and a few days ago was stricken with a shock from which he failed to recover. The deceased was the son of John and Elizabeth Ann (Day) Norwood, both of Riverdale. He was born in the old Norwood homestead where he resided until his death. He was twice married, his first wife being Geneva Lynch of this city, who passed away some 22 years ago. He later married Lillian E. Wilkins of Stewardstown, N.H., by who he is survived, also a son, Henry Norwood of the U.S. Navy, two daughters, Helen, wife of John Love and Gertrude, wife of Albert Brant, both of this city, children of the former union; and an adopted daughter, Shirley Norwood and one brother, Charles A. Norwood, the contractor and builder.

Mr. Norwood was a man well known and liked by all in the community, where his many acts of kindness and unselfish devotion to others will always be remembered. He was a carpenter by trade and for many years was in business with Archie Wheeler of Wheeler's Point, under the firm name of Wheeler & Norwood. A few years ago, the partnership dissolved and since that time he has been in partnership with Herbert Boynton of this village. He was a workman of rare ability and being naturally mechanically inclined, could turn his hand to many different branches of work. He was an enthusiastic sportsman and a lover of all nature, being always ready to do a humane deed.

The deceased was a member of J. Franklin Dyer Camp, Sons of Union Veterans,and of the Cape Ann Fish and Game Protective Association.

FUNERAL SERVICE

The funeral of Forest C. Norwood was held yesterday afternoon at the Riverdale Methodist Episcopal church, following a private service at his late home, 101 Wheeler street.

The church services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Robert A. Clark who read consolingly from the scriptures. A large number of friends and relatives from all parts of the city and out of town were in attendance, also delegations from Franklin Dwyer Camp, Sons of Union Veterans, the Cape Ann Fish and Game Protective Association, with which organizations the deceased has been affiliated.

The floral tributes were profuse and strikingly beautiful. Miss Ruth Everott Brown sweetly sang, "Beautiful Beckoning Hands," and "Abide with Me." Impressive also were the services conducted by Sons of Union Veterans. Internment was at Wesleyan Cemetery, where commitment services were conducted by Rev. Robert A. Clark.

The pall bearers were Charles Story, Charles B. Corliss, George A. Reed, Elias R. Sweet, Charles W. Lucas, Frank F. Foley.


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