The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1875-02-03
FoR THE CENTRAL PREsBYr AN.
IN MEMoR1AM.-RoBE DMoND.
!" The memory Of the just isb ssed.o

IN MEMORlAM.- M.--ROBERlk $DMOND.
The memory OF the just isl ssed"
1t is with sentiments of grief hat we pro
nounce the name of one whoserg grave is YET
fresh, whose death made such deep breach
upon 80 many hearts, and whose removal has
left such vacancy in the circle OF kindred
endearment in the church and in the com,
munity. And yet there is holy pleasure
mingling with the sadness, in calling up the
name of one so much beloved, and s0hOSe
memory IS indeed blessed The flowers
strewn upon his grave, often as they may be
renewed, and watered as they may be with
tears, will wither; but his name, coupled
with integrity, simplicity and benevolence,
will be an evergreen in many loving, grateful
hearts.
AS already announced in the daily papers,
the decease of Mr.. Edmond occurred at his
residence in this city on Thursday night, the
18th instant.
For some time past his health had been
giving way under the progress of gradual
paralysis, which no skill could arrest. He
measured the steady advance of his malady
with clear and calm realization of his con-
dition, and appreciation of the probable re-.
suit. While his bodily frame, which had
been remarkable for vigor and elasticity,
was observably breaking down, and the cir
Gle of his movements becoming more and
more crcumscribed, his mind continued
strong and clear to the last, and CLEANS of
characteristic cheerfulness often played upon
his features, and seasoned his conversation.
Mr.. Edmond was born in the city of YER
gennes, Y ermont His father, the Hon.
David Edmond, occupied posts of high honor
in that State He loved KS native place.
its beautiful scenery, the. Otto river with its
imposing falls, and graceful curves, flowing
into Lake Champlain, near at hand; the
mountain ranges, and rich intervals he loved
these with an ardent attachment till his
death.
Mr.. Edmond resided in Richmond from
about the twentieth year of his age, nearly
forty,seven years; during which period he
was engaged in active business enterprise, in
which he exhibited sound judgment, versa
tility of talent, indomitable perseverance
and unquestioned integrity. His success in
business was such that he was able to live
generously, if he pleased; but he took pleas
ure in miniStering to the necessities and en-
joyment of others, rather than in self-indul
gence, or display. The writer of this arti-
Gle was made the Almoner of his voluntary
contributions for the relief of the needy, in
ways which others knew not of.
Mr. Edmond was an honored, useful, and
a consistent member of the Grace Street
Presbyterian church, in the rebuilding of
which, after the fire of 1865, he rendered
cheerful and generous pecuniary aid, main
tanning heart of hope, and words of cheer,
when some of its friends were timid and al
most respondent, and where Warm heart, a
firm purpose, and cheerful tone were the
inspirations to perseverance and success.
1t may be gratuitous, and yet it is pleas
ant to say, that he was true man in his
own house, in every relation; good neigh
Dor, fast friend, and valuable citizen.
The manifestation of public respect and
esteem at his funeral was unmistakable. The
funeral services at the church, conducted by
the pastor, assisted by other clergymen Of
the city, were concluded with the hymn,
OF for the death Of those,
| Who sumber in the Lord
o be, like theirs, my last repose,
Like theirs my last reward?
Their bodies in the ground
In silent hope may lie,
| Till the last trumpets joyful sound
| Shall call them TO the sky.
Their ransomed spirits soar,
On wings OF faith and love,
To meet the Saviour they adore,
And reign with Him above.
With as their names shall live
Through long succeeding years,
Embalmed soith all oar hearts can giUe,
Our praises and our tears.
The hymn was sung, all standing; an(
then the whole congregation joined in tn
Lords Prayer.
May the peace of God WHICH passeth al
understanding dwell in the stricken house
hold, and in every sorrowing heart.
@. H. r.
Richmond, Jan. 25, 1875.
AN EDITORIAL notice of womans grocer,
store reads as follows: Her tomatoes ar
as red as her own cheeks; her indigo a
blue as her own eyes, and her pepper as no
as her own temper"