Oxford Register
Oxford, Kansas
Saturday, March 12, 1887
page 3
At Rest
We regret to announce the death of Charlton E. Buckles, which occurred last Saturday evening about 8 o'clock. While we regret that Charlton is thus taken from our midst, we also feel a certain sense of relief in knowing that he is free from the pain and suffering which he endured so long without any hope of recovery. When able to be around among associates he set such an example of character as is worthy of being followed by all with whom he associated. He was quiet and inoffensive and punctual in his duties. The last 18 months of his life were months of intense suffering; yet he seldom murmured, or complained of pain. He seemed desirous that he should not be over-burdensome to his parents and friends, which proves that he was possessed with one of the noblest characters of mankind; and when we reflect upon his general character we cannot but say that had he been able-bodied he would have been capable of filling positions equal with the noblest of men.
The deceased was a son of W.M. and M.E. Buckles. He was born in Logan county, Illinois, in the year 1859, came to Oxford, Kas., in 1882, where he accepted a position as assistant postmaster with his uncle, which position he filled very acceptably until stricken down by disease.
Funeral services were held at his fathers residence on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Elder J.M. Via preached from Rev. 14:13, "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." A large number of friends followed the remains to the cemetery and witnessed the last said rites. Rest in Peace.
(transcribed by Judy Mayfield)
Oxford, Kansas
Saturday, March 12, 1887
page 3
At Rest
We regret to announce the death of Charlton E. Buckles, which occurred last Saturday evening about 8 o'clock. While we regret that Charlton is thus taken from our midst, we also feel a certain sense of relief in knowing that he is free from the pain and suffering which he endured so long without any hope of recovery. When able to be around among associates he set such an example of character as is worthy of being followed by all with whom he associated. He was quiet and inoffensive and punctual in his duties. The last 18 months of his life were months of intense suffering; yet he seldom murmured, or complained of pain. He seemed desirous that he should not be over-burdensome to his parents and friends, which proves that he was possessed with one of the noblest characters of mankind; and when we reflect upon his general character we cannot but say that had he been able-bodied he would have been capable of filling positions equal with the noblest of men.
The deceased was a son of W.M. and M.E. Buckles. He was born in Logan county, Illinois, in the year 1859, came to Oxford, Kas., in 1882, where he accepted a position as assistant postmaster with his uncle, which position he filled very acceptably until stricken down by disease.
Funeral services were held at his fathers residence on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Elder J.M. Via preached from Rev. 14:13, "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." A large number of friends followed the remains to the cemetery and witnessed the last said rites. Rest in Peace.
(transcribed by Judy Mayfield)
Oxford Register
Oxford, Kansas
Saturday, March 12, 1887
page 3
At Rest
We regret to announce the death of Charlton E. Buckles, which occurred last Saturday evening about 8 o'clock. While we regret that Charlton is thus taken from our midst, we also feel a certain sense of relief in knowing that he is free from the pain and suffering which he endured so long without any hope of recovery. When able to be around among associates he set such an example of character as is worthy of being followed by all with whom he associated. He was quiet and inoffensive and punctual in his duties. The last 18 months of his life were months of intense suffering; yet he seldom murmured, or complained of pain. He seemed desirous that he should not be over-burdensome to his parents and friends, which proves that he was possessed with one of the noblest characters of mankind; and when we reflect upon his general character we cannot but say that had he been able-bodied he would have been capable of filling positions equal with the noblest of men.
The deceased was a son of W.M. and M.E. Buckles. He was born in Logan county, Illinois, in the year 1859, came to Oxford, Kas., in 1882, where he accepted a position as assistant postmaster with his uncle, which position he filled very acceptably until stricken down by disease.
Funeral services were held at his fathers residence on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Elder J.M. Via preached from Rev. 14:13, "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." A large number of friends followed the remains to the cemetery and witnessed the last said rites. Rest in Peace.
(transcribed by Judy Mayfield)
Oxford, Kansas
Saturday, March 12, 1887
page 3
At Rest
We regret to announce the death of Charlton E. Buckles, which occurred last Saturday evening about 8 o'clock. While we regret that Charlton is thus taken from our midst, we also feel a certain sense of relief in knowing that he is free from the pain and suffering which he endured so long without any hope of recovery. When able to be around among associates he set such an example of character as is worthy of being followed by all with whom he associated. He was quiet and inoffensive and punctual in his duties. The last 18 months of his life were months of intense suffering; yet he seldom murmured, or complained of pain. He seemed desirous that he should not be over-burdensome to his parents and friends, which proves that he was possessed with one of the noblest characters of mankind; and when we reflect upon his general character we cannot but say that had he been able-bodied he would have been capable of filling positions equal with the noblest of men.
The deceased was a son of W.M. and M.E. Buckles. He was born in Logan county, Illinois, in the year 1859, came to Oxford, Kas., in 1882, where he accepted a position as assistant postmaster with his uncle, which position he filled very acceptably until stricken down by disease.
Funeral services were held at his fathers residence on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Elder J.M. Via preached from Rev. 14:13, "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." A large number of friends followed the remains to the cemetery and witnessed the last said rites. Rest in Peace.
(transcribed by Judy Mayfield)
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