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On Friday, May 7, 1886, HENRY WADSWORTH, M.D. The relatives and friends of the family, also the members of Gothic Lodge, 519, F.
and A. M., are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, this afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from his late residence, No. 1753 Frankford avenue. To proceed
to Monument Cemetery.
Philadelphia Inquirer May 10, 1886 page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WAGEL.-On the 9th instant, CLARA, infant daughter of
Christian and Amanda Wagel, and grand-daughter of Hannah Archer, in the
3d year of her age. The relatives and friends of the family are
invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her parents, Inner
street, on Friday afternoon, at 2 o'clock.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia Friday Morn., January 11, 1867 Pg 2 Column 4
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
WAGNER.-On the 10th instant, HATTIE F., daughter of Louis and Hattie
Wagner, in the 5th year of her age. the funeral will take place from the
residence of her parents, No. 68 Herman street, Germantown, at 2 o'clock
P. M., on Saturday, 13th inst.
Philadelphia Public Ledger, Thursday, March 11, 1869
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
Waldenberger--2nd inst, Louis husband of Mary Waldenberger, (nee Michel)
aged 46. Relatives and friends, also Court Manayunk, No 52, F of A
invited to funeral. Wed 8:30 a.m. residence 131 Dupont st. Manayunk.
Requiem mass. St Mary's 10 a.m. Interment St Mary's Roxborough.
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
Walker---Feb 7,1964. Agnes W (Nee Waring) of 8711 Perch Lane, beloved
wife of Harry Walker. Relatives and Friends re invited to attend the
fuenral Tues 9 a.m., from the Aldworth Fuenral Home Decatur and Charles
st. high REquiem Mass 9:45 a.m.. St. Dominic's Church, friends may call
Monday Evening. (this is my family)
Philadelphia Inquirer, February 1964
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WALKER, - On Friday, March 11th, Mr. ISAAC D. WALKER, in the 38th year
of his age. His relatives and friends of the family are respectfully
invited to attend his funeral, from his late residence, No. 730 Master
street, this (Monday) afternoon, at 1 o'clock.
Philadelphia Inquirer March 14, 1864, page 5, col. 2
Submitted by Drew Techner
WALKER - On the 7th instant, ISABELLA WALKER, in the 33rd year of her
age. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to
attend the funeral from the residence of her brother in law, William H.
Lower, No. 320 Diamond street, on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Friday, December 9, 1864, page 2, Col. 4
Submitted by Drew Techner
WALKER.-Sept. 2, 1960, of 305 S. 4th st., Colwyn, Pa., LONSDALE (Laddie), husband of Nellie (nee Iberson). Funeral service Wednesday, 10:30 A. M.,
Marvil Funeral Home, 1110 Main st., Darby, Pa. Friends call Tuesday evening, 7 to 9. Interment private. Note: Valley Forge Memorial Gardens
Phila. Inquirer Sept. 6, 1960 Page 26
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WALLACE_On July 18th, DAVID WALLACE, aged 75 years. Funeral services on
Wednesday at 10:30 o'clock, at his late residence, 141 Green lane,
Manayunk.
Philadelphia Times, Wednesday July 21, 1897
Submitted by Char Clark
WALLENS.-On Sabbath morning, the 11th instant, Mrs. ANN JANE WALLENS, wife of the late Joseph S. Wallens, in the 61st year of her age. The relatives and
friends of the family, and the Martha Washington Union, No. 8, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, No. 612 Federal
street, on Wednesday afternoon, the 14th inst., at two o'clock. To proceed to the Union Cemetery.
Oct. 13, 1868 Illustrated New age Page 3
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
Walls--2nd inst. Mary (nee McKee) beloved wife of Andrew a Walls (then
its says 8 m) ?. Relatives and friends also League of Sacred Heart of St
Veronics Church. invited to funeral Thurs 8;30 a.m. residence 521 W
Westmoreland st. Solemn requiem mass St Veronica's 10 a.m. Interment New
Cathedral. (note the only thing that I can think of what 8 m mean is
that they were married for 8 months)?
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
Walmsley---Of Medford Lakes, N.J ., on Feb 8,1964., Elizabeth S (nee
Shinglel), wife of John C Walmsley. Fuenral serivce Wed 11 .a,m. at the
Perinchief Chapel, 438 high St., Mt Holly, N.J. Interment Whitemarsh
Memorial Park Friends may call Tuesday evening.
Philadelphia Inquirer, February 1964
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WALMSLEY_Entered into rest, on July 19, MARGARET KERLIN, daughter of
EDWARD M. and JEANNETTE C. WALMSLEY. Funeral services today at Emmanuel
Church, Holmesburg, at 11 o'clock A.M.
Philadelphia Times, Wednesday July 21, 1897
Submitted by Char Clark
WALT.-April 27, ALFRED, husband of late Amelia Walt (nee Keifer)., aged 72. Relatives and friends invited to funeral services, Thurs., 2 P. M.,
daughter's residence Mrs. Sarah Hearder, 1650 Germantown ave. Int. Greenmount Cem. Auto funeral.
April 30, 1917 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 15
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WALTO.-On the 28 ult., GEORGE A., son of John M. and Annie R. Walto, aged 17 months. Funeral on Thursday, morning, at 10 o'clock, from parents'
residence, No. 1335 Wheat street. Interment at Sixth Street Union Cemetery.
April 4, 1891 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 3
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
Walton---on August 20,1900. Lewis L Walton, in his 73rd year. Funeral
from his late residence. Hatboro. Pa. on Saturday. September 1 at 11:30
o'clock. Services at Hatboro Baptist Church, at 12:30 o'clock. Train
leaves REading Terminal 10:04
Philadelphia Inquirer, August 30, 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WALTON.-On the morning of the 20th instant, at Aiken, South Carolina, S.
D. WALTON, of this city. Due notice of the funeral will be given.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia, Wednesday Morn. February 21, 1872 Page 2
Column 5
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
WARD.-On the 12th inst., Mrs. CHARLOTTE E. WARD, wife of George M. Ward, at Newton, N. J., eldest daughter of Rev. Walter Patton, of Camden, in the 24th
year of her age. The friends of the family are invited to attend her funeral, from the residence, of Wm. T. Ward, Newton, on Wednesday, at two o'clock,
P. M., without further notice-to proceed to the Evergreen Cemetery, Camden.
December 14, 1852 Public Ledger Page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WARD.-On the 20th inst., JOHN WARD, in the 24th year of his age.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to
attend the funeral, from the residence of his brother-in-law, Mr. Henry
S. Clifton, No. 117 Almond street, on Friday morning, at 8 1/2 o'clock.
High Mass at St. Philip's Church. Interment at Cathedral Cemetery.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia, Wednesday Morn. February 21, 1872 Page 2
Column 5
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
WARD.-On the afternoon of the 10th inst., after a lingering illness,
JOHN D. WARD, aged 41 years.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia Friday Morn., January 11, 1867 Pg 2 Column 4
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
WARD.-Suddenly, on the 29th ult., PETER F. WARD, only son of George T. and Elizabeth E. Ward, and grandson of the late Archibald E. and Sarah B. Fuller,
in the 19th year of his age. The relatives and friends of the family, Aeolian Council, No. 17, O. U. A. M., and 8 W. M. Excelsior Conclave, No. 7, are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from his parents' residence, No. 227 Wharton street, on this afternoon, Sept. 1st., at 3 o'clock. To proceed
to South Presbyterian Church for services. Interment at Union Cemetery.
September 1, 1868 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WARD.-On the morning of the 10th inst., WM. D., eldest son of William S.
and Mary F. Ward, aged 8 years. Due notice will be given of the funeral.
Philadelphia Public Ledger, Thursday, March 11, 1869
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
Waring-July 2,1990 Carrie A (nee Gross) of REading, Pa formerly Moro
ST., in her 97th year, wife of the late Joseph J Waring. Memorial
Services at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Cottman Ave and
Erdrick st., ( this is my family)
Philadelphia
Inquirer, July 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
Waring--4th inst Jane, beloved wife of John Waring. Realtives and
Friends invited to Funeral. Thurs 8:30 a.m. residence Frankford ave and
Blakiston St. Holmesburg. Solemun requiem mass and interment St
Dominic's 10 a.m. (this is my family
bromiley@msn.com)
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WARING.-Aug. 6, WALTER, husband of Frances Waring (nee Houghkirk), in his 32d year. Relatives and friends are invited to attend funeral, Tues., 2 P. M.,
from his late residence, Krewstown road, below Welsh road, Bustleton, Phila. Int. Lawnview Cem. Friends may call Mon. eve.
August 7, 1921 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 18
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WARNE.-In the Cathcart Home, Devon, Pa., Feb. 20, 1956, AUGUSTA SMITH, widow of Edward P. B. Warne, formerly of 4002 Pine st. Service on Wed., 2 P. M.
at Oliver H. Bair's, 1820 Chestnut st. Interment private.
Note: Woodlands Cemetery
Feb. 21, 1956 Philadelphia Inquirer
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WARNE.-Aug. 11, EDWARD PAUL BREZ., husband of Augusta Smith Warne, aged 62 years. Relatives and friends are invited to the service, Thurs., 11 A. M., at
his late residence, 4002 Pine st. Int. private.
Note: Woodlands Cemetery
August 12, 1936 Philadelphia Inquirer
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WATKIN.-On May 17, 1893, ELIZABETH, widow of William C. Watkin, and daughter of the late Adam and Hannah Reihoover. The relatives and friends are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Friday, at 3 o'clock precisely, from the Widows' Home, 3615 Chestnut street. Interment at Sixth Street
Union Cemetery.
May 19, 1893 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 7
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WATKINS.-On the 2nd instant of pneumonia, ALEXANDER L. WATKINS, aged 52 years. The relatives and friends of the family, Robert Morris Lodge, No. 29, I.
O. O. F; Nonpareil Lodge No. 20, K of P: and Typographical Unions No. 2, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral this afternoon, at 2 o'clock
from his late residence, No. 1376 Austin Street. To proceed to Odd Fellows Cemetery.
Phila. Inquirer, March 6, 1877, Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WATSON.-On the 20th inst., after a short illness, MARY, wife of
Thomas J. Watson in the 41st year of her age.
The friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her
funeral, from the residence of her husband, Hestonville, three miles
from the Permanent Bridge, Lancaster Turnpike, on Sunday, the 24th
inst., at 1 o'clock P. M.-to proceed to Haddington.
December 22, 1848, Public Ledger, Page 2
Contributed by Jane Hamilton
Waugh-Ward---(this is how the obit is written)-- on June 19 1895.
Cassie, daughter of Joseph and Winnifred Waugh. The relatives and
friends of the family also the B.V.M . Sodality , the Sacred Heart
League of the Visitation Church and the Employes of D.B. Ashbridge, are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Saturday morning at 8:30
o'clock from her parents residence at 2332 Mascher street. Solermm?
requiem mass at the Church of Our Lade of The Visitation. Interment at
Holy Cross Cemetery.
Philadelphia Inquirer June 21, 1895
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
Waugh-- on June 29,1900. at the Presbyterian Home for Widows and Single
Women. Miss Ann Waugh in her 90th year. Funeral services at Home, on
Monday at 9 o'clock a.m. interment at New London, Chester County , Pa.
Philadelphia
Inquirer, July 1, 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
Weaver-- on June 27,1900. Mary A widow of Samuel Weaver, in her 76th
year. Funeral on Monday afternoon, at 3 o'clock. from her late
residence, 1845 Taney street. Interment at Mt. Peace Cemetery. Private.
Philadelphia
Inquirer, July 1, 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WEBB - On
September 29, 1902, Georgiana Morris, infant daughter of Walter and
Sadie Webb, aged 7 weeks. The relatives and friends of the family are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Tuesday afternoon, at 2
o'clock, from the residence of her grandmother, Mrs. Edgar Smith, 2909
Wilder street, near Twenty-ninth and Reed streets. Interment at Mount
Moriah Cemetery.
The Philadelphia Inquirer, Tuesday morning, September 30, 1902,
page 2.
Contributed by:
Terry
Callen
WEBB - July 20, 1905, Mrs. SADIE (nee WILSON), daughter of Mrs. Martha Smith. Relatives and friends are invited to attend funeral, Saturday, 1:00 PM from her mother's residence, 2909 Wilder Street, near 29th & Dickinson Streets. Services at Chambers Memorial Church, 28th & Morris Streets, 2:00 PM, Interment Mount Moriah Cemetery. From the Philadelphia Inquirer, Friday, July 21, 1905. Contributed by: Terry Callen
WEBER_On the 18th instant, ELEANORA WEBER. Funeral services on Wednesday
afternoon at 1 o'clock, at her late residence, southwest corner Fourth
and Susquehanna avenue.
Philadelphia Times, Wednesday July 21, 1897
Submitted by Char Clark
WEBSTER.-On the 8th inst., after a lingering illness, JOSEPHINE E., wife
of Chas. E. Webster, and daughter of George R. and Ann Castor, in the
26th year of her age.
Beloved by all who knew her.
O, think what suffering my sickness gave;
Don't grieve to lay me in the silent grave; [rest is cut off]
Philadelphia Public Ledger, Thursday, March 11, 1869
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
Webster--2nd inst, William son of William and late Lizzie Webster, aged
21 Relatives and friends invited to funeral Wed p.m. residence, 2617 W
Dauphin st. Interment Green Mount.
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
Weidley---Suddenly, on August 27,1900., Decatur, husband of Mary W
Weidley. in his 71st year. Funeral services Friday afternoon. at 3
o'clockat his late residence, 2729 Montgomery avenue. Wissahickon Tribe.
No 32, I.O.R.M are invited Interment private.
Philadelphia Inquirer, August 30, 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WEIR.-On Sunday afternoon, at 1 o'clock, LYDIA ANN WEIR, in the 12th year of her age. The friends and relatives of the family are respectfully invited
to attend the funeral, from the residence of her parents, in Haddington, Twenty-fourth Ward, this (Friday) afternoon, at 2 o'clock, without further
notice.
November 15, 1861 Public Ledger Page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
Weisbrod-- of 5435 N. Fiarhill st , Feb 7,1964 Emma (nee Straub) age 85
years., widow of Frank Weisbrod and Mother of Emily M Goetz. Relatives
and friends are invited to the fuenral Tues 8:30 a.m. at the Funeral
Home of Floyd M Bishop, 5408 N 5th st. REquiem Mass Church of the
Incarnation 10 a.m. friends may call Monday after 7 p.m.
Philadelphia Inquirer, February 1964
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
Weisman--- Feb 9, Donald A husband of Sylvia (nee Glassberg) of 1427
McKinley st father of Arlene and Stephen Weisman, son of Bessie, brother
of Nathan and Joseph Weisman. Services Tues 12 noon precisely,
Rosenberg's and Raphael Sacks, 4720 N Broad st. Int Montefiore Cem.
Family will be at his late residence.
Philadelphia Inquirer, February 1964
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WEISS.-On the 25th inst., CORDELIA FENNER WEISS, daughter of I. and A. Weiss, in the 1st year of her age. The relatives and friends of the family are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her parents, No. 1131 Sophia street, this (Wednesday) afternoon, at 2 o'clock.
Note: Mt. Peace Cemetery, parents were Jessie and Annie Weiss.
August 28, 1872 Philadelphia Inquirer
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WEISS.-On April 10, 1907, JESSEE C. husband of Kate T. Weiss, in his 72d year. Relatives and friends, also employes of Henry Gouldner's Boiler Works and
members of East Montgomery Avenue M. W. Church, are invited to attend the funeral, on Saturday, at 2 P. M., from the residence of his sister-in-law,
Mrs. Mary A. Laird, 2431 E. Norris st. Interment at Palmer Grounds.
April 13, 1907 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 7
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WEITBROD.-[parts are cut off] On the 31st inst., NICHOLAS WEITBROD, age
23 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully
invited to attend his funeral, from his late residence, No. 1505
Germantown road, ??? Jefferson street, on Sunday afternoon, ??? o'clock.
Public Ledger-Philadelphia, Saturday Aug 31, 1861, Pg 2 Column 2
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
On the 18th inst., MARY ANN WELCH, aged 9 years and 6 months, eldest
daughter of James and Sarah Welch.
Philadelphia Public Ledger, July 21, 1840
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
WELDON.-On the morning of the 3d inst., MRS. JANE WELDON, in the 87th year of her age. Her friends and those of the family are respectfully invited to
attend the funeral, from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Rebecca Hunter, 2010 Filbert st., this afternoon, at 1 o'clock, without further notice.
January 6, 1863 Public Ledger page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
Wells--on August 25,1900., Ida T. widow of Jacob Wells and daughter of
the late Daniel and Susan McCray, in her 34th year. Funeral services on
Thursday. August 30 at 2o'clock at 5009 Jackson street, Frankford.
Interment Private.
Philadelphia Inquirer, August 30, 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WELLS. On November 16, 1900, Dr. J. Ralston Wells, aged 67 years. The relatives and friends of the family, also Oriental Lodge, No. 385, F. and A. M.;
Harmony Chapter No. 52, Mary Commandery, No. 36, K. T.; Protection Lodge, No. 243, I. O. O. F.; Fredonis Council, No. 52, O. U. A. M., and surviving
members of the old Eighth Pennsylvania Cavalry, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Tuesday, at 1 o'clock, from his late residence, 5138
Lancaster avenue. Interment at West Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia, PA, Nov 20, 1900
Contributed by Kathleen Frailey Puls
WELLS.-On the 19th instant, JOHN WELLS, aged 35 years. The
relatives and friends of the family, also the employes of the Schuylkill
Arsenal and the members of the 65th Regiment, P. V., are respectfully
invited to attend the funeral, on Friday, 23d instant, at one o'clock,
from his late residence, No. 1021 Lingo st. To proceed to
Philanthropic Cemetery.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia, Wednesday Morn. February 21, 1872 Page 2
Column 5
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
Wentz--1st inst. Christian, husband of Emilie Wentz ( nee Kugler) aged
67. Relatives and friends , also member of Kensington Lodge. No 211, F
and A M., Kensington Royal Arch Chapter No 233, Kensington Command ery
No 54, K T, La La Temple , A a O N ?? Narraganett Tribe No 43, I O R M,
???? Bro Beqet Asso., Wurttenberg Groundler Company, Phila Schutacg
Verein, Constatter Volksfest Verein and directore of Gothe Bid and Lean
Asso, No 2 and all other societies of which he was a member invited to
service Wed 2 p.m. residence, 1710 N 19th st . Interment Greenmount.
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
Wertz--2nd inst, Judy, widow of late Aron Wertz aged 80. Relatives and
friends invited to services, Tues 2 p.m.. residence granddaughter, Mrs E
Seckinger, 1032 Marlborouth st. Interment private. Greenmount.
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WESTENBERGER.-On the morning of the 30th, SUSAN WESTENBERGER, wife of William Westenberger, aged 23 years. The relatives and friends of the family are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her husband, No. 921 Morris street, above Ninth street, on Sunday afternoon, at 2
o'clock. Interment at Union Cemetery.
August 2, 1862 Public Ledger Page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WETHERILL-On the 20th inst., MARY A. WETHERILL, eldest daughter of Sarah A. and the late Joseph Wetherill. The relatives and friends of the family are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence, of her aunt, No. 120 South Fourth street, above Pine, on Tuesday morning, at 10 o'clock,
without further notice-to proceed to the Union Cemetery, S. Sixth street.
September 1856 Public Ledger Page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WHARTON - On the 29th Inst., BENJAMIN FRANKLIN WHARTON, aged 51 years and 5 months. The relatives and friends, also the employees of Maxwell Rowlands & Co.'s Shovel Works, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, Mill street, Holmesburg, on Friday afternoon, Sept. 1st at 2 o'clock. Interment at Emmanuel Church Ground. Public Ledger - August 31, 1882
WHIRLOW.-On the 26th instant, of small pox, CLARA PRETTYMAN, daughter of Capt. William and Mary E. Whirlow, aged 2 years and 11 months. The relatives
and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from her parents' residence, No 128 Reed street, this (Wednesday) morning at
10 o'clock.
March 27, 1861 Public Ledger
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WHITE.-On September 4, 1898. Mattie S., daughter of Mattie S. and the late Robert White and granddaughter of Oliver and Martha Wright, aged 17 months
and 10 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral services, on Tuesday afternoon, September 6, at 2
o'clock, at the grandparents' residence, No. 1249 Fletcher street (formerly Ash street). Interment private, at North Cedar Hill.
Public Ledger
Submitted by smdc
WHITELEY.-On March 22, 1907, HANNAH, wife of the late Henry Whiteley, in her 72nd year. Relatives and friends, also Excelsior Lodge, No. 50, O. D. of
St. G., are invited to attend funeral, on Monday at 2 P. M., from residence of her son, Joseph E. Whiteley, 1307 N. 57th st. Interment at St. James'
Cemetery, Kingessington.
March 25, 1907 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 4
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WHITTAKER.-May 19, 1914, Mary E., wife of John T. Whittaker. Relatives and friend are invited to attend funeral services, on Friday, t 2 P. M., at her
late residence, 526 N. Preston st., West Philadelphia. Interment Arlington Cemetery.
May 22, 1914 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 7
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WHYTE.-At Glenloch, Chester county, on the 29th ultimo, ISAAC H. WHYTE, formerly of *****, county Donegal, Ireland, in the eighty fourth year of his
age. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral, December 5. Services in Chapel at Woodland Cemetery at 1 P. M. Carriages
will be in waiting at the Pennsylvania R. R. Depot at 12.30 P. M.
December 9, 1878 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 4
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WHYTE.-On February 25, 1907, MARTHA A. WHYTE. Funeral services at her late residence, 506 Woodland Terrace, West Philadelphia, on Thursday, the 28th
inst., at 2 P. M. Interment private.
February 27, 1907 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 7
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WIDMER.-On the 20th inst., ULRICH WIDMER, aged 59 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on
Sunday, at 3 o'clock, from his late residence, No. 1347 Crease street. Interment private.
Public Ledger, March 31, 1888 page 4
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
Wilaven-- 1st inst. Bessie M , daughter of Harry and late Martha Wilaven,
aged 19. Relatives and friends invited to services, Tues 2 p.m. St
John's Reformed 40th and Spring Garden sts. Interment private Fernwood.
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WILDES.-On the 19th inst., TILTON WILDES, of Arneytown, Burlington
county, N.J., aged 76. Funeral on Wednesday, the 21st, at 2
o'clock P. M., from his late residence.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia, Wednesday Morn. February 21, 1872 Page 2
Column 5
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
WILHELM.-On the 16th inst., ANNIE, wife of Casper Wilhelm,
aged thirty six years. The relatives and friends of the family
are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, this afternoon,
at 1 o'clock, from her husband's residence, No 538 Dudley street.
To proceed to St. Mary's Cemetery.
November 18, 1881, Philadelphia Inquirer, Page 4
Contributed by Jane Hamilton
WILHELM.-On the 24th inst., GEORGE H., son of Henry and Anna E. Wilhelm and grandson of the late Gottlieb Wilhelm, Sr., aged twenty one years and ten
months. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, this afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from the residence of his
parents, No. 1644 Gratz street, Twenty ninth ward. To proceed to Mount Peace.
Philadelphia Inquirer March 27, 1883 page 4
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WILHELM.-On the 2d inst., HENRY WILHELM, aged twenty three years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the
funeral, this afternoon, at 2 o'clock, form his late residence, No. 146 Race street. To proceed to Mount Vernon Cemetery.
March 4, 1885 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane Hamilton
WILHELM.- HENRY.-On the 7th inst., HENRY WILHELM, in his fifty-first year.The relatives and friends of the family, also Athelatan Lodge, No. 482, A.
Y. M.;Philadelphia Lodge, No. 2, K. of B.; Spring Garden Lodge, No. 52, A. O. U. W., and the United Order of Industry are respectfully invited to attend
the funeral, on Tuesday afternoon, May 11, at 2 o'clock, from his late residence, No. 1644 Gratz street. To proceed to Mount Peace Cemetery.
May 10, 1886 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
WILHELM.-Suddenly, on May 21, 1902, KATHERINE, niece of
Anna E. and the late Henry Wilhelm, aged 33 years. Funeral
services on Saturday Afternoon, at 2:30 o'clock precisely,
at her late residence, 1644 North Gratz street. Interment
private.
May 23, 1902, Philadelphia Inquirer, Page 14
Contributed by Jane Hamilton
WILHELM.-Suddenly on the 29th instant, WM. WILHELM, aged
37 years. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited
to attend his funeral, this (Wednesday) afternoon, at 3 o'clock,
from his late residence, 1722 Adler st.
Note: Odd Fellows Cemetery
October 30, 1872, Public Ledger, Page 2
Contributed by Jane Hamilton
WILKINSON.-On January 5, 1899, WILLIAM WILKINSON. The relatives and friends of the family, and employees of the American Steamship Company, are
respectfully invited to attend the funeral services, on Monday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, at his late residence, 124 Federal street. Interment private, at
Franklin Cemetery.
January 9, 1899 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 11
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WILLIAMS.- On January 7, 1909, ANNA MARGARET WILLIAMS, beloved wife of
Francis Williams and eldest daughter of Jacob and the late Margaret Dott.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services, on
Monday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, at her late residence, 3553 N. 11th st.
Interment private, at Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Philadelphia Inquirer, January 9, 1909
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WILLIAMS.-June 25, 1916, ISABEL, wife of Horace C. Williams and daughter of late James and Eliz Horrocks, aged 70 years. Relatives and friends are
invited to attend services, Wednesday, at 10:30 A. M., at her late residence, 1442 Arrot st., Frankford. Interment private.
June 28, 1916 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 12
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
Williams--3rd inst. Susan J wife of Charles h Wilson and daughter of
late John and Hannah Kent, in her 62ns year. RElatives and friends
invited to services, Wed afternoon, Marple Presbyterian church 2:30 p.m.
Remains may be viewed at residence, MArple Del Co. Pa Tues from 7-8 p.m.
Kindly omit flowers.
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WILLIAMS.-On the 19th instant, WILLIAM H. WILLIAMS, son of Margaret and
the late Joseph Williams, in the 39th year of his age. The
relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend
his funeral, from the residence of his mother, No. 527 Chatham street,
below Green, on Thursday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. To proceed to
Odd Fellows' Cemetery.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia, Wednesday Morn. February 21, 1872 Page 2
Column 5
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
WILLSON.-On February 21, 1894, Oscar M. Willson, in the 44th year of his
age. The Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to
attend the funeral, on Saturday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from his late
residence, 1815 Filbert street. Interment at Mt. Moriah Cemetery.
Philadelphia Newspaper, Feb. 23, 1894
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WILSON.-On the 6th inst., ELIZABETH A. eldest daughter of John S. and
Mary Wilson. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully
invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her father, at
Wilson's station, near Moorestown, on Tuesday, 10th inst., at 2 o'clock
P. M. Interment at Colestown Cemetery. Trains leave at 1 o'clock from
Market street, Philadelphia, for Wilson's station.
Philadelphia Inquirer, Monday, March 9, 1874
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
WILSON -
On July 11, 1899, James Wilson, aged 37 years. The relatives and friends
of the family, also the employees of John Wanamaker's Carpet and
Upholstering Department, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral,
on Friday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from his late residence, 6646
Greenway avenue, West Philadelphia. Interment at Mt. Moriah Cemetery.
The Philadelphia Inquirer, Thursday morning, July 13, 1899, page
12.
Contributed by: Terry
Callen
WILSON - On May 23, 1916 John husband of the late Margaret Wilson (nee
Taylor). Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral Sunday
at 1:00 PM from his late residence 1134 South 17th Street. Internment at
Mount Moriah.
Philadelphia Inquirer dated 25 May 1916
Submitted By: Janice
WILSON.-On the 24th inst., Rev. JOHN G. WILSON, in the seventy- sixth year of his age., pastor of the Ebenezer First Independent Christian Church of
Kensington. Relatives only are invited to meet at the house, No. 1409 Hanover street, at 1 o'clock. Services to be held in the church, Marlborough
street, below Frankford avenue, this Wednesday, at 2 o'clock sharp, to which all friends and neighboring Clergy are especially invited. To proceed to
Palmer Vault. Please omit floral offerings.
Jan. 28, 1885 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 3
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WILSON - On February 2, 1902, Margaret wife of John Wilson, and daughter
of the late Felix and Susanna Taylor. Funeral on Thursday , 6th inst at
7:30 o'clock from 1728 Annin Street. Solemn requiem mass at St Charles'
Church.
Philadelphia Inquirer 05 February 1902
Submitted By: Janice
WILSON - On February 2, 1902, Margaret wife of John Wilson, and daughter
of the late Felix and Susanna Taylor. Funeral on Thursday , 6th inst at
7:30 o'clock from 1728 Annin Street. Solemn requiem mass at St Charles'
Church.
Philadelphia Inquirer 06 February 1902
Submitted By: Janice
WILSON.-At Haddonfield, N. J., on the morning of the 10th instant, Mrs.
SUSAN WILSON, in the 76th year of her age. The relative sand
friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral,
from the residence of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Grace A. Davis, No. 452
Richmond street, on Monday afternoon, 14th instant, at 2 o'clock.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia Friday Morn., January 11, 1867 Pg 2 Column 4
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
WILSON.-On April 22, 1893, ROBERT WILSON, aged 77 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on
Tuesday, at 2 P. M., from his late residence, 2205 Catharine street. Proceed to Ronaldson Cemetery.
Philadelphia Inquirer April 25, 1893
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WILSON.-November 27, ROBERT T. WILSON, aged 59 years. The relatives and friends of the family, also Apollo Lodge No. 386, F. and A. M.: Temple Chapter,
No. 248 R. A. M.: Quaker City Lodge, No.116, A. O. O. W.: Dorian Senate, No. 8, Order of Sparta: Columbia Lodge, No. 1639, K. of H., and E. D. Baker
Post, N 8, G. A. R., are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Friday, December 1, at 1 o'clock, from his late residence, northeast corner,
Eleventh street and Columbia avenue. Interment at Greenwood, K. of P. Cemetery.
Philadelphia Inquirer Nov. 30, 1893
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WIMER - On the 20th, instant, MARY MAUD, daughter of John and Emma Wimer, aged 4 years. Jesus said, Suffer little children to come unto me. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend funeral services at the house, 4084 Lancaster avenue, on Friday morning, Sept. 1st, at 8:30 o'clock. Interment at Lancaster. Public Ledger - August 31, 1882
WINDER - On the morning of the 14th inst., Mr. SAMUEL WINDER, aged 54
years. His relatives and friends are respectfully invited to
attend the funeral, from the residence of Mr. J. F. Pole, 722 Erie
street to-morrow (Tuesday) afternoon, at 5 o'clock, without further
notice.
Philadelphia Public Ledger, August 15, 1859 page 2
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
On the 17th inst., Mrs. JANE WINNEMORE, widow of the late Jacob
Winnemore, of Southwark, aged 87 years. Her friends and acquaintances
are requested to attend her funeral, from her late residence, 9
Catharine street, near Swanson, Southwark, to-morrow afternoon, at 4
o'clock, without further notice.
Philadelphia Public Ledger, July 21, 1840
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
WINTERBORN.-On December 19, 1891, CATHARINE, widow of Edwin Winterborn,
aged 70 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully
invited to attend the funeral on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from
her late residence, **8 Clark street. Interment at Sixth Street Union
Vault.
Philadelphia Newspaper, Dec. 21, 1891
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WINTERS.-On February 20, 1893, CHARLES WINTERS, aged 64 years and 11 months. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend
the funeral, on Wednesday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, from his late residence, No. 402 Morris street. Interment at Sixth Street Union Cemetery Vault.
February 11, 1893 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 6
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
Wirth--on June 28,1900. Eva daughter of Frederick and Louise Wirth, nee
Saller, in her 7th year. Funeral on Sunday 31st, at 1 o'clock, from her
parents residence, 1523 Glenwood avenue, Thirty-first and Jefferson
streets. Interment at Glenwood Cemetery.
Philadelphia
Inquirer, July 1, 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WITHAM.-On April 14, 1892, ANN, widow of the late Ebenezer Witham,
aged 81 years.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to
attend the funeral services, at her late residence, northeast corner
of Nineteenth and Diamond streets, on Tuesday, April 18, 1893, at 2
o'clock. Interment private.
Note: Monument Cemetery.
April 18, 1893, Philadelphia Inquirer, Page 6
Contributed by Jane Hamilton
WITHAM.-On the 21st instant, EBENEZER WITHAM, in the seventy
second year of his age. The relatives and friends of the family
are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Saturday
afternoon at 3 o' clock from his late residence, No. 441 Green
street. To proceed to Monument Cemetery.
June 23, 1882, Philadelphia Inquirer, Page 4
Contributed by Jane Hamilton
WITHAM.-On May 23, 1909, MARY A. WITHAM. Relatives and friends
are invited to attend the funeral services, on Wednesday, 26th,
at * P. M., at Chapel Monument Cemetery. Interment private.
May 24, 1909, Philadelphia Inquirer, Page 14
Contributed by Jane Hamilton
Witmer- on the 26th inst., at the residence of her aunt., Mrs John
Wiegand, Maria E Witmer, daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth Witmer.,
Funeral services at her late residence., No 1217 Bace (could be Race
street) street on Tuesday, March 1 at 12 o'clock noon precisely.
Interment at St John's Lutheran Church, Fifth and Race Streets. The
relatives and friends of the family of the family are respectfully
invited to attend.
Philadelphia Inquirer, February 25, 1881
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WIZE.-On the 7th inst., LIZZIE H., wife of Richard B. Wize, in the 36th
year of her age. Funeral will take place on Tuesday, 10th inst., at 2
o'clock, from the residence of her father, William Mann, No. 622 N.
Fifteenth street.
Philadelphia Inquirer, Monday, March 9, 1874
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
DIED, in the village of Germantown, on Monday last, Mr. GEORGE WOLF, in
the 56th year of his age. His decease was occasioned by an injury
received in his arm, from a bullock in his slaughter house, one week
previously.
Poulson's Daily Advertiser Thursday, September 8, 1831
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
WOLFE.-On April 29, MARY E. WOLFE, aged 21 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Friday
afternoon, at 3 o'clock, from her late residence, rear of 222 Marion street. To proceed to Sixth Street Union Cemetery.
Philadelphia Inquirer, May 1, 1890, Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.-Suddenly on the 2d int., of apoplexy, JAMES WOLFENDEN, Sr., in the 73d year of his age, a native of Royton, Lancashire, England. The
relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of his son, James Wolfenden, Cardington, this
(Thursday) afternoon, at 2 o'clock, without further notice. To proceed to Mount Moriah Cemetery.
Nov. 5, 1868 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.-At Bryn Mawr, Pa. On third month 22d, 1908, JANE, widow of Taylor Wolfenden, Sr., in her 64th year. Relatives and friends are invited to
attend the funeral, on fifth-day, 26th, at 2 P. M. from the Friends Meeting House, Buck lane, Haverford, Pa. Interment private.
March 24, 1908 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.- Of membranous croup, on the morning of October 27, 1894, LINCOLN TAYLOR ROBINSON, son of Lincoln and Martha H. Wolfenden, aged years and 2
month. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Tuesday afternoon, October 30, at 1 o'clock, from his
parents' residence, No. 1616 Broadway, Camden, N. J. Interment at Friends' Southwestern Cemetery, Cardington, Delaware county, Pa.
Oct. 30, 1894 Philadelphia Inquirer page 7
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.-On the 14th inst., MARY ANN, only daughter of Taylor and Jane Wolfenden, aged 7 months and 20 days. The relatives and friends of the family
are respectfully invited to attend the funeral form the residence of her parents, at Haddington, this (Friday) afternoon, the 16th instant, at 2
o'clock, without further notice. To proceed to Mount Moriah Cemetery.
April 16, 1869 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.-On the 24th instant, SARAH, daughter of Taylor and Jane Wolfenden, aged 14 months. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to
attend the funeral, from the residence of her parents, Virginia avenue, above Haddington, Twenty- forth Ward, on Saturday morning next, at 10 o'clock.
Interment at Mount Moriah Cemetery.
July 26, 1872 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
WOLFENDEN.-On Friday, September 14, SARAH, aged 59 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on
Monday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, from her husband's residence, Cardington, Delaware county, Pa. To proceed to Mount Moriah Cemetery.
September 15, 1888 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.-On the 25th inst., TAYLOR, eldest son of Jonathan and Sarah Wolfenden, age 37 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully
invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of his parents, Cardington, Delaware county, Pa., this (Monday) afternoon, 28th, at 2 o'clock. To
proceed to Mount Moriah.
February 28, 1887 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.-Suddenly on the 26th inst., TAYLOR WOLFENDEN, aged 50 years. The relatives and friends of the family, are respectfully invited to attend the
funeral, on Sunday morning, at 10 o'clock, from his late residence, Haverford, Delaware county. Interment at Mt. Moriah Cemetery.
July 31, 1892 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 6
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.-On the 9th instant, THOMAS, son of Jonathan and Sarah Wolfenden, aged 17 years. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend
the funeral, from the residence of his parents, at Cardington, Upper Darby, Delaware county, on Wednesday, May 13th, at 2 o'clock. Interment at Mount
Moriah Cemetery.
May 11, 1868 Public Ledger Page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOLFENDEN.-On the 17th inst., THOMAS WOLFENDEN, aged 57 years and I months. the relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, from the
residence of his brother, James Wolfenden, Cardington, this (Tuesday) afternoon, at 2 o'clock. Interment in Fernwood Cemetery.
July 20, 1875 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOD.-On the 14th inst., ELIZABETH, wife of William Wood. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, this
afternoon at 1 o'clock, from the residence of her husband, No. 1222 N. Twenty seventh street.
August 17, 1883 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOD.-Sacramento, Cal, 10th ult, Mrs. EMILY A., wife of Thomas Wood and daughter of William and Deborah Pogue; mother of Harry C. Wood, sister of
Elizabeth, Mary, Margaret and aunt of Edward and Jeanette Pogue; a native of Philadelphia, Pa.
April 5, 1913 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 14
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOD.-On the 22d instant, CLARA V., youngest daughter of Samuel B. and the late Catharine Ann Wood, in the 22 year of her age. The relatives and friends
of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Monday morning at 10 o'clock, from the residence of her father, 421 West Thompson
street. To proceed to St. John's M. P. Church vault.
November 23, 1872 Public Ledger Page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOD.-On the 22d inst., ESTHER de B., wife of James P. Wood, and eldest daughter of the late Daniel M. Keinl, of Bristol, Pa. The relatives and friends
of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Friday, at 10 o'clock, from the residence of her husband, No. 561 N. Fifteenth street.
January 23, 1872 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 4
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOD.-On the 14th inst., JOHN WOOD, in the 58th year of his age. The relatives and friends of the family and the members of the Philadelphia Lodge, NO
13, I. O. of O. F., are respectfully invited to attend his funeral, from his late residence, No. 1800 Green street, on to-morrow (Sunday) morning, at 9
o'clock. To proceed to Mount Moriah Cemetery.
Oct. 17, 1863 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 5
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOD.-On the evening of the 2*th inst., LEWIS WOOD, in the 19th year of his age. *** of the family are particularly invited to attend services from the
residence of his brother, Thos. S. Wood, No. 17 Clinton street, above Parrish, this (Wednesday) afternoon at 3 o'clock.
April 30, 1851 Public Ledger Page 2
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOD.-MARY W. V. (nee Gilligan), Dec. 12, 1964, of 2636 S. Berbro st., Phila., wife of William Wood. Relatives and friend are invited to funeral Thurs.,
9 A. M., Cavanagh Funeral Home, 6922 Woodland ave., Phila. Solemn Requiem Mass, 10 A. M., St Clement's Church. Friends may call Wed. eve., 7 to 9:30.
Philadelphia Inquirer Dec. 15, 1964 page 34
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOD.-Suddenly, 24th inst., WALTER S., husband of Emma and son of Amos A. and Margaret M. Wood, aged 25. Relatives and friends, also employes of
Harrison & Co., invited to funeral, Mon., 7:30 A. M., parents' residence, 5825 Osage ave. High mass at Transfiguration, 9 A. M. Interment Holy Cross.
Phila. Inquirer July 28, 1913 page 13
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WOOLLEY.-On June 13, 1901, at Ocean Grove, N. J., CHARLES H. WOOLLEY, late chief engineer steamship Friesland, Red Star Line. Funeral services at the
summer residence of his father-in-law, David H. Bowen, No.*77 Broadway, Ocean Grove, N. J., on Sunday afternoon, June 16, at 4 P. M. Final services and
interment at Mount Moriah Cemetery, Philadelphia, on Monday morning, at 10;30 o'clock.
June 16, 1901 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 11
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WORRELL.-[parts are cut off] On the 30th instant, Mrs. ELIZABETH
WORRELL, aged 76 years. Her friends and relatives are respectfully
invited to attend her funeral on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from
her late residence, 2119 ??? street.
Public Ledger-Philadelphia, Saturday Aug 31, 1861, Pg 2 Column 2
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
On the 7th inst., Mr. WILLIAM WORRELL, in the 59th year of his age. The
relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend
the funeral, from his late residence, No. 771 N. Seventh, above Master
st., on Wednesday afternoon, the 13th inst., at 1 o'clock- to proceed to
the Baptist Church, Blockley.
Philadelphia Public Ledger, 11 May 1857
Submitted by: Dennis Gries
Worthington--on Sixth month 28,1900. Bertba E , daughter of Joshua C and
Sallie M Worthington, aged 5 years, 5 months and 26 days. Funeral on
Seventh Month 1, 1900. at Somerton M.E. Church 2 p.m.. Interment at
William Penn Cemetery.
Philadelphia
Inquirer, July 1, 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WRAY.-On February 23, 1897, ROBERT, eldest and beloved son of Joseph and Mary Wray, aged 25 years. The relatives and friends of the family, also Pioneer
Lodge, No. 369, L. O. L., and the Star of Bethlehem Lodge, No. 26., A. P. A., are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, on Friday afternoon, at
1.30 o'clock, from the residence of his uncle, Mr. John Bustard, 2409 Perrott street. Interment at Mount Moriah Cemetery.
February 26, 1897 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 8
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WRIGHT.-March 29, EMMA P. WRIGHT, (nee Schofield), wife of Leonard C. Wright, funeral services, Thurs., 2 P. M., 17 S 44th st. Societies of which she
was a member invited. Int. Mt. Moriah Cem.
March 31, 1920 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 17
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
WRIGHT.-On the 20th instant, of pneumonia, JAMES, oldest son of Wm. and
Elizabeth Wright, aged 14 years and 1 month.
We saw his sufferings, heard his sighs,
With throbbing hears and weeping eyes;
But now he calmly sleeps at last,
All pain, all grief, all suffering past.
Gone to be with Jesus.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to
attend the funeral, from the residence of his parents, No. 539 Charter
street, on Thursday afternoon, at 2 1/2 o'clock. To proceed to
Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Public Ledger- Philadelphia, Wednesday Morn. February 21, 1872 Page 2
Column 5
Submitted by: Juanita Naron
Wright--2nd inst. Jennie A Widow of Harrison Wright and daughter of late
Issac And Anna M Budd, aged 62. Relatives and friends invited to
services, Tues 2 p.m. residence 1943 N 33rd st, Interment private.
Philadelphia Inquirer, March 5, 1912
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WRIGHT - On Thursday, November 28, 1901, Ollie, beloved son of William and Bella Wright and grandson of Oliver and Martha Wright, and Bella and the late
David Birney, aged 3 years 7 months and 20 days, of No. 2653 Albert street, Eighteenth ward.
His little hands lay on his breast,
His head beneath has gone to rest;
His spirit is a heavenly guest.
Our darling babe.
'Tis better pain to let him go,
But while our hears with grief overflow,
We will lay him where the flowers grow,
Farewell our darling babe.
Interment this Saturday morning, at 10 o'clock, at Franklin Cemetery. No funeral.
Public Ledger
Submitted by smdc
WRIGHT - On the 31st ult., LUCINDA, the only daughter of Oliver and Martha Wright, aged nine months.
No sin nor care can reach her now,
An angel's crown is on her brow;
She's joined that joyful ransomed band,
Whose home is in the better land.
She wants no parents' tender care,
For all is safe and happy there;
We would not call her back again,
Our loss is her eternal gain.
The relatives and friends of the family are re- spectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her parents, Quick's court, between
Beach and Claiborn streets, above Norris, on Sun- day afternoon, at 3 o'clock. To proceed to Franklin Cemetery.
Philadelphia Public Ledger July 1868
Submitted by smdc
Wright--July 3,1990 Sylvia (nee Kall) of Fairfax, Va formerly of Phila,
wife of the late Davicd , mother of Rochelle and Fred Blum, sister of
Michael Kall, Evelyn Halstead and Esther Marchetti, grandmother of
Merdith Piper Blum and Spence Bennett Blum. Bubby is also survied by
adopted daughter, Amal Shata and her family. Services Joseph Levine and
Son, N. Broad St above 71st Ave. Int Shalern Memorial Park.
Philadelphia
Inquirer, July 1900
Submitted by Deborah Bromiley
WRIGLEY.-On the evening of the 1st instant, STANTON CHASE, infant son of Isaac and Mary Wrigley, aged 1 year and 8 months. The relatives and friends of
the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Saturday, 3d instant, at 2 o'clock. Funeral to proceed to Haddington Church, Twenty-fourth
Ward.
September 3, 1864 Philadelphia Inquirer Page 4
Contributed by Jane
Hamilton
On the 16th instant, after a lingering illness, Mrs. ELIZABETH WYATT,
aged 51 years. Her friends and acquaintances, and those of the family,
are particularly requested to attend her funeral from her late
residence, No. 378 South Front street, on Sunday afternoon, at 3
o'clock.
Philadelphia Public Ledger, July 21, 1840
Submitted by: Dennis Gries