A. G. BRENIZER.
Charlotte has been deprived of a familiar figure and a most popular citizen in the departure from the scenes of community activities of Maj. A. G. Brenizer, after a brief illness. It seems but yesterday that he was in the bloom of vigorous health and engaged in his usual pursuits, and information of his death caught the public altogether unprepared for the distressing event. Major Brenizer had been long and actively identified with the business and social affairs of the city. He was the pioneer in Charlotte's banking interests and was the oldest surviving banker in point of service. He had taken at all times a helpful part in all work that tended to the elevation of the material interests of the city, and was influential in church work. His identity with the religious affairs of the community was of the active character which made it valuable. He made no parade of his charities, but he was known as a leader in that work and one to whose credit many good deeds are recorded. Major Brenizer, himself a veteran of the Civil War, took friendly interest in the welfare of the veterans and was always active in the promotion of their cause. He will be greatly missed from the business and social circles of Charlotte, and not only in this city but throughout the State the news of his death will be received with feelings of deep regret.
Charlotte Observer, 04.16.1918
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MAJ. BRENIZER'S FUNERAL HELD
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Last Sad Rites Said at First Presbyterian Church.
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Beautiful Tribute to Departed Banker and Leading Citizen Spoken by Dr. McGeachy.
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The funeral service of Major Addison Gorgas Brenizer was held in the First Presbyterian church yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock. The service was in keeping with the life of the deceased, being characterized by dignity and stately solemnity.
The church was thronged with a mass of citizenship, representing all churches and classes. It was a handsome tribute to the life of Major Brenizer. Seldom in Charlotte has there been so large or so impressive a funeral. The churchyward, which was so closely associated with the life of Major Brenizer, presented a beautiful scene with its hundreds of people assembling as the bell which summoned him to service for over half a century, tolled the funeral hour.
Representative bodies of citizens present were the eldership of the church, the directorate of the Commercial National bank, of which Major Brenizer was president; the Confederate veterans, the Y. M. C. A. board of directors and the Bankers' association; also, Mayor McNinch and his associate commissioners, A. H. Wearn and Horace Moore.
Floral Tributes Were Many.
The pulpit was a mass of magnificent floral designs from the above named bodies and from personal friends throughout the city and state.
Major Brenizer was revered in life, was honored in death. The city paid him a tribute in his burial that was as beautiful as deserved.
The service was conducted by Rev. A. A. McGeachy, D. D., pastor of the Second Presbyterian church, and Rev. Locke White, soldier-pastor of the First Presbyterian church.
The hymns, "Jesus Lover of My Soul," "Asleep in Jesus," and "Peace, Perfect Peace" were sung by the choir. Interment was in Elmwood cemetery.
Dr. McGeachy's Tribute.
Dr. McGeachy paid a beautiful tribute to Major Brenizer. Said he:
"If ever the people of God should cheer it is when they stand on the edge of a Christian's grave, on the last line of the enemy's intrenchments and cry, 'Thanks be to God, that givethy us the victory through Jesus Christ, our Lord.'
"Major Brenizer was a Christian. He fought a good fight, finished his course and kept the faith. Through four-score years he approved himself a good soldier of christ, and today his warfare is crowned with victory, his labors rewarded with rest.
"This is no time for flowing words, but something is due to a life lived well, to an example that was always solutary. And just as at the end of a successful journey he delighted to recall its pleasant incidents.
"So today, with his salvation assured, we think of those things in him that are pleasant to remember and that fixed his place in our social and industrial life.
"It was a decided advantage, although of an incalculable sort, that nature had endowed him so richly with those physical and moral attributes that we associate with our idea of a gentleman. Just as the young manhood of our country has profited by having such a figure as Washington in the forefront of our national history, so the boys of our city who want to grow into the best in character or most beautiful in behavior have profited by seeing one on our streets who was straight and strong, kind and courteous. His presence was knightly. His bearing and his manners helped us to rectify our conception of aristocracy.
"We are proud, too, of his sturdy resistance to the ravages of time, and his unconquerable determination to keep young. When past middle life he learned French. To the day when he was stricken down he worked at his desk, and then went home to a long holiday and a higher service. Even down to old age his interests were varied and his sympathies lively. He asked no consideration on account of his age, claimed no exemption on the score of years, and measured life rather by the latitude of experience than by the longitude of existence. We are proud of the young heart that he carried in a working frame.
"We loved him, too, for his genial humor, his hearty laughter, his gracious hospitality-the balance and coordination of those qualities which made him a good citizen and a trustworthy friend. It is no small thing for any man to have lived so long, and lived so well.
"Curtis said: 'To have known one good, old man who, though all the chances and rubs of a long life has borne his heart in his hand like a palm branch, waving discords into peace, does more to help our faith in God, in others and in ourselves than many sermons.' Such a man was Major Brenizer.
"'Oh, good gryahead, that all men knew," we leave you on the bosom of God."
Charlotte Observer, 04.18.1918
*
Elected colonel 1st Regt., NC Detailed Men, Oct. 1, 1864. Confederate Colonels: A Biographical Register, Bruce S. Allardice, Univ. of Missouri Press, 2008
Charlotte has been deprived of a familiar figure and a most popular citizen in the departure from the scenes of community activities of Maj. A. G. Brenizer, after a brief illness. It seems but yesterday that he was in the bloom of vigorous health and engaged in his usual pursuits, and information of his death caught the public altogether unprepared for the distressing event. Major Brenizer had been long and actively identified with the business and social affairs of the city. He was the pioneer in Charlotte's banking interests and was the oldest surviving banker in point of service. He had taken at all times a helpful part in all work that tended to the elevation of the material interests of the city, and was influential in church work. His identity with the religious affairs of the community was of the active character which made it valuable. He made no parade of his charities, but he was known as a leader in that work and one to whose credit many good deeds are recorded. Major Brenizer, himself a veteran of the Civil War, took friendly interest in the welfare of the veterans and was always active in the promotion of their cause. He will be greatly missed from the business and social circles of Charlotte, and not only in this city but throughout the State the news of his death will be received with feelings of deep regret.
Charlotte Observer, 04.16.1918
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MAJ. BRENIZER'S FUNERAL HELD
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Last Sad Rites Said at First Presbyterian Church.
-----
Beautiful Tribute to Departed Banker and Leading Citizen Spoken by Dr. McGeachy.
-----
The funeral service of Major Addison Gorgas Brenizer was held in the First Presbyterian church yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock. The service was in keeping with the life of the deceased, being characterized by dignity and stately solemnity.
The church was thronged with a mass of citizenship, representing all churches and classes. It was a handsome tribute to the life of Major Brenizer. Seldom in Charlotte has there been so large or so impressive a funeral. The churchyward, which was so closely associated with the life of Major Brenizer, presented a beautiful scene with its hundreds of people assembling as the bell which summoned him to service for over half a century, tolled the funeral hour.
Representative bodies of citizens present were the eldership of the church, the directorate of the Commercial National bank, of which Major Brenizer was president; the Confederate veterans, the Y. M. C. A. board of directors and the Bankers' association; also, Mayor McNinch and his associate commissioners, A. H. Wearn and Horace Moore.
Floral Tributes Were Many.
The pulpit was a mass of magnificent floral designs from the above named bodies and from personal friends throughout the city and state.
Major Brenizer was revered in life, was honored in death. The city paid him a tribute in his burial that was as beautiful as deserved.
The service was conducted by Rev. A. A. McGeachy, D. D., pastor of the Second Presbyterian church, and Rev. Locke White, soldier-pastor of the First Presbyterian church.
The hymns, "Jesus Lover of My Soul," "Asleep in Jesus," and "Peace, Perfect Peace" were sung by the choir. Interment was in Elmwood cemetery.
Dr. McGeachy's Tribute.
Dr. McGeachy paid a beautiful tribute to Major Brenizer. Said he:
"If ever the people of God should cheer it is when they stand on the edge of a Christian's grave, on the last line of the enemy's intrenchments and cry, 'Thanks be to God, that givethy us the victory through Jesus Christ, our Lord.'
"Major Brenizer was a Christian. He fought a good fight, finished his course and kept the faith. Through four-score years he approved himself a good soldier of christ, and today his warfare is crowned with victory, his labors rewarded with rest.
"This is no time for flowing words, but something is due to a life lived well, to an example that was always solutary. And just as at the end of a successful journey he delighted to recall its pleasant incidents.
"So today, with his salvation assured, we think of those things in him that are pleasant to remember and that fixed his place in our social and industrial life.
"It was a decided advantage, although of an incalculable sort, that nature had endowed him so richly with those physical and moral attributes that we associate with our idea of a gentleman. Just as the young manhood of our country has profited by having such a figure as Washington in the forefront of our national history, so the boys of our city who want to grow into the best in character or most beautiful in behavior have profited by seeing one on our streets who was straight and strong, kind and courteous. His presence was knightly. His bearing and his manners helped us to rectify our conception of aristocracy.
"We are proud, too, of his sturdy resistance to the ravages of time, and his unconquerable determination to keep young. When past middle life he learned French. To the day when he was stricken down he worked at his desk, and then went home to a long holiday and a higher service. Even down to old age his interests were varied and his sympathies lively. He asked no consideration on account of his age, claimed no exemption on the score of years, and measured life rather by the latitude of experience than by the longitude of existence. We are proud of the young heart that he carried in a working frame.
"We loved him, too, for his genial humor, his hearty laughter, his gracious hospitality-the balance and coordination of those qualities which made him a good citizen and a trustworthy friend. It is no small thing for any man to have lived so long, and lived so well.
"Curtis said: 'To have known one good, old man who, though all the chances and rubs of a long life has borne his heart in his hand like a palm branch, waving discords into peace, does more to help our faith in God, in others and in ourselves than many sermons.' Such a man was Major Brenizer.
"'Oh, good gryahead, that all men knew," we leave you on the bosom of God."
Charlotte Observer, 04.18.1918
*
Elected colonel 1st Regt., NC Detailed Men, Oct. 1, 1864. Confederate Colonels: A Biographical Register, Bruce S. Allardice, Univ. of Missouri Press, 2008
A. G. BRENIZER.
Charlotte has been deprived of a familiar figure and a most popular citizen in the departure from the scenes of community activities of Maj. A. G. Brenizer, after a brief illness. It seems but yesterday that he was in the bloom of vigorous health and engaged in his usual pursuits, and information of his death caught the public altogether unprepared for the distressing event. Major Brenizer had been long and actively identified with the business and social affairs of the city. He was the pioneer in Charlotte's banking interests and was the oldest surviving banker in point of service. He had taken at all times a helpful part in all work that tended to the elevation of the material interests of the city, and was influential in church work. His identity with the religious affairs of the community was of the active character which made it valuable. He made no parade of his charities, but he was known as a leader in that work and one to whose credit many good deeds are recorded. Major Brenizer, himself a veteran of the Civil War, took friendly interest in the welfare of the veterans and was always active in the promotion of their cause. He will be greatly missed from the business and social circles of Charlotte, and not only in this city but throughout the State the news of his death will be received with feelings of deep regret.
Charlotte Observer, 04.16.1918
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MAJ. BRENIZER'S FUNERAL HELD
-----
Last Sad Rites Said at First Presbyterian Church.
-----
Beautiful Tribute to Departed Banker and Leading Citizen Spoken by Dr. McGeachy.
-----
The funeral service of Major Addison Gorgas Brenizer was held in the First Presbyterian church yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock. The service was in keeping with the life of the deceased, being characterized by dignity and stately solemnity.
The church was thronged with a mass of citizenship, representing all churches and classes. It was a handsome tribute to the life of Major Brenizer. Seldom in Charlotte has there been so large or so impressive a funeral. The churchyward, which was so closely associated with the life of Major Brenizer, presented a beautiful scene with its hundreds of people assembling as the bell which summoned him to service for over half a century, tolled the funeral hour.
Representative bodies of citizens present were the eldership of the church, the directorate of the Commercial National bank, of which Major Brenizer was president; the Confederate veterans, the Y. M. C. A. board of directors and the Bankers' association; also, Mayor McNinch and his associate commissioners, A. H. Wearn and Horace Moore.
Floral Tributes Were Many.
The pulpit was a mass of magnificent floral designs from the above named bodies and from personal friends throughout the city and state.
Major Brenizer was revered in life, was honored in death. The city paid him a tribute in his burial that was as beautiful as deserved.
The service was conducted by Rev. A. A. McGeachy, D. D., pastor of the Second Presbyterian church, and Rev. Locke White, soldier-pastor of the First Presbyterian church.
The hymns, "Jesus Lover of My Soul," "Asleep in Jesus," and "Peace, Perfect Peace" were sung by the choir. Interment was in Elmwood cemetery.
Dr. McGeachy's Tribute.
Dr. McGeachy paid a beautiful tribute to Major Brenizer. Said he:
"If ever the people of God should cheer it is when they stand on the edge of a Christian's grave, on the last line of the enemy's intrenchments and cry, 'Thanks be to God, that givethy us the victory through Jesus Christ, our Lord.'
"Major Brenizer was a Christian. He fought a good fight, finished his course and kept the faith. Through four-score years he approved himself a good soldier of christ, and today his warfare is crowned with victory, his labors rewarded with rest.
"This is no time for flowing words, but something is due to a life lived well, to an example that was always solutary. And just as at the end of a successful journey he delighted to recall its pleasant incidents.
"So today, with his salvation assured, we think of those things in him that are pleasant to remember and that fixed his place in our social and industrial life.
"It was a decided advantage, although of an incalculable sort, that nature had endowed him so richly with those physical and moral attributes that we associate with our idea of a gentleman. Just as the young manhood of our country has profited by having such a figure as Washington in the forefront of our national history, so the boys of our city who want to grow into the best in character or most beautiful in behavior have profited by seeing one on our streets who was straight and strong, kind and courteous. His presence was knightly. His bearing and his manners helped us to rectify our conception of aristocracy.
"We are proud, too, of his sturdy resistance to the ravages of time, and his unconquerable determination to keep young. When past middle life he learned French. To the day when he was stricken down he worked at his desk, and then went home to a long holiday and a higher service. Even down to old age his interests were varied and his sympathies lively. He asked no consideration on account of his age, claimed no exemption on the score of years, and measured life rather by the latitude of experience than by the longitude of existence. We are proud of the young heart that he carried in a working frame.
"We loved him, too, for his genial humor, his hearty laughter, his gracious hospitality-the balance and coordination of those qualities which made him a good citizen and a trustworthy friend. It is no small thing for any man to have lived so long, and lived so well.
"Curtis said: 'To have known one good, old man who, though all the chances and rubs of a long life has borne his heart in his hand like a palm branch, waving discords into peace, does more to help our faith in God, in others and in ourselves than many sermons.' Such a man was Major Brenizer.
"'Oh, good gryahead, that all men knew," we leave you on the bosom of God."
Charlotte Observer, 04.18.1918
*
Elected colonel 1st Regt., NC Detailed Men, Oct. 1, 1864. Confederate Colonels: A Biographical Register, Bruce S. Allardice, Univ. of Missouri Press, 2008
Charlotte has been deprived of a familiar figure and a most popular citizen in the departure from the scenes of community activities of Maj. A. G. Brenizer, after a brief illness. It seems but yesterday that he was in the bloom of vigorous health and engaged in his usual pursuits, and information of his death caught the public altogether unprepared for the distressing event. Major Brenizer had been long and actively identified with the business and social affairs of the city. He was the pioneer in Charlotte's banking interests and was the oldest surviving banker in point of service. He had taken at all times a helpful part in all work that tended to the elevation of the material interests of the city, and was influential in church work. His identity with the religious affairs of the community was of the active character which made it valuable. He made no parade of his charities, but he was known as a leader in that work and one to whose credit many good deeds are recorded. Major Brenizer, himself a veteran of the Civil War, took friendly interest in the welfare of the veterans and was always active in the promotion of their cause. He will be greatly missed from the business and social circles of Charlotte, and not only in this city but throughout the State the news of his death will be received with feelings of deep regret.
Charlotte Observer, 04.16.1918
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MAJ. BRENIZER'S FUNERAL HELD
-----
Last Sad Rites Said at First Presbyterian Church.
-----
Beautiful Tribute to Departed Banker and Leading Citizen Spoken by Dr. McGeachy.
-----
The funeral service of Major Addison Gorgas Brenizer was held in the First Presbyterian church yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock. The service was in keeping with the life of the deceased, being characterized by dignity and stately solemnity.
The church was thronged with a mass of citizenship, representing all churches and classes. It was a handsome tribute to the life of Major Brenizer. Seldom in Charlotte has there been so large or so impressive a funeral. The churchyward, which was so closely associated with the life of Major Brenizer, presented a beautiful scene with its hundreds of people assembling as the bell which summoned him to service for over half a century, tolled the funeral hour.
Representative bodies of citizens present were the eldership of the church, the directorate of the Commercial National bank, of which Major Brenizer was president; the Confederate veterans, the Y. M. C. A. board of directors and the Bankers' association; also, Mayor McNinch and his associate commissioners, A. H. Wearn and Horace Moore.
Floral Tributes Were Many.
The pulpit was a mass of magnificent floral designs from the above named bodies and from personal friends throughout the city and state.
Major Brenizer was revered in life, was honored in death. The city paid him a tribute in his burial that was as beautiful as deserved.
The service was conducted by Rev. A. A. McGeachy, D. D., pastor of the Second Presbyterian church, and Rev. Locke White, soldier-pastor of the First Presbyterian church.
The hymns, "Jesus Lover of My Soul," "Asleep in Jesus," and "Peace, Perfect Peace" were sung by the choir. Interment was in Elmwood cemetery.
Dr. McGeachy's Tribute.
Dr. McGeachy paid a beautiful tribute to Major Brenizer. Said he:
"If ever the people of God should cheer it is when they stand on the edge of a Christian's grave, on the last line of the enemy's intrenchments and cry, 'Thanks be to God, that givethy us the victory through Jesus Christ, our Lord.'
"Major Brenizer was a Christian. He fought a good fight, finished his course and kept the faith. Through four-score years he approved himself a good soldier of christ, and today his warfare is crowned with victory, his labors rewarded with rest.
"This is no time for flowing words, but something is due to a life lived well, to an example that was always solutary. And just as at the end of a successful journey he delighted to recall its pleasant incidents.
"So today, with his salvation assured, we think of those things in him that are pleasant to remember and that fixed his place in our social and industrial life.
"It was a decided advantage, although of an incalculable sort, that nature had endowed him so richly with those physical and moral attributes that we associate with our idea of a gentleman. Just as the young manhood of our country has profited by having such a figure as Washington in the forefront of our national history, so the boys of our city who want to grow into the best in character or most beautiful in behavior have profited by seeing one on our streets who was straight and strong, kind and courteous. His presence was knightly. His bearing and his manners helped us to rectify our conception of aristocracy.
"We are proud, too, of his sturdy resistance to the ravages of time, and his unconquerable determination to keep young. When past middle life he learned French. To the day when he was stricken down he worked at his desk, and then went home to a long holiday and a higher service. Even down to old age his interests were varied and his sympathies lively. He asked no consideration on account of his age, claimed no exemption on the score of years, and measured life rather by the latitude of experience than by the longitude of existence. We are proud of the young heart that he carried in a working frame.
"We loved him, too, for his genial humor, his hearty laughter, his gracious hospitality-the balance and coordination of those qualities which made him a good citizen and a trustworthy friend. It is no small thing for any man to have lived so long, and lived so well.
"Curtis said: 'To have known one good, old man who, though all the chances and rubs of a long life has borne his heart in his hand like a palm branch, waving discords into peace, does more to help our faith in God, in others and in ourselves than many sermons.' Such a man was Major Brenizer.
"'Oh, good gryahead, that all men knew," we leave you on the bosom of God."
Charlotte Observer, 04.18.1918
*
Elected colonel 1st Regt., NC Detailed Men, Oct. 1, 1864. Confederate Colonels: A Biographical Register, Bruce S. Allardice, Univ. of Missouri Press, 2008
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