The Sedalia weekly bazoo. [volume] (Sedalia, Mo.) 187?-1904, 1884-01-08
WEEPING FOR WEBER.
Imposing Funeral Ceremonies
Conducted Yesterday
Afternoon.
An Eloquent Sermon Delivered
at the Congregational Church
by Rev. a. j. Van Wagner.

sertook place at the Clngregr tiona
church yesterday afternoon and notwith
standing the Indictment weather was Target
attended.
At 3 o'clock promptly. the funeral cor
tege entered the church followed by tn
members of the Grand Army of the Repub
lie, under command Of vice-commander, L
j. Smith
The pail bearers were Capt. L. L
Bridges, r. Fl. Moses, David BlOcher, C. G
Clay, DR.. Hale, George Norton, Dr. G. L
Shepherd and Henry Lamm.
After voluntary by the choir, Rev Var
Wagner read a s-lection from the scrip
lures; then led in PRAYER, which was fol
lowed by selection by the choir.
The pastor then took his text from frs
Samuel, twenty-eighth chapter ana
eighteenth verse; Thou shall be missed be
cause thy seat will be empty.
The speaker referred in most feeling
manner TO the sudden death of Major
Weber and from this, proceeded to draw
valusble lessons, saying In substance, "by
this we are reminded Of the uncertainty oil
human life; we are also forcibly reminded
OF the fact that some of our very best citi-
zens are passing away. No one can wan
der long through memory's gall, ~ and fail
to perceive this.
The history of the deceased has already
been given by the city press. His has been
life of energy and industry, and although
he has met with many revsrses, he has ever
manifested the same genial disposition,
which m de every one feel happier and
better who came in contact with him
Beginning as he did, as q son
& h. l. ell
citizens to official position, his official
acts, not only as a military man, but
as civil officer will speak for themselves.
His many noble traits of character
we'll known tofthose who enjoyed the honor
of his acquaintance. In his private walk
and conversation he commanded the res
pect of all who knew him.
In his official capacity he was ever the
same spotless, honorable gentleman. In all
of his words he was true. His promises
and pledges were always fulfilled.
While just man aud hating verything
mean and vile, he endeavored to speak a
kind word to every body, even to the most
abandoned. Under that blunt exterior
pulsated large and generous heart. The
children used tn run to him,
and just before his death
little child asked him for a Christmas
gift He was patted ON the head and &C
corded the desired present, running away
perfectly happy. He was ever kind TO the
poor.
He was manly. I never heard a man
speak such burning, scathing words of con-
domination whenever crime had been COM
mitted Or injustice done.
He was always cheerful. / never met
him without going away feeling stronger,
better, more hopeful and better able TO
cope with the trials of life.
What lesson this is for US. Stand I'D
and be brave, whatever may encompass US.
Major Weber was always in good spir-
It's, and his genislity and .ocial disposition
made those around him feel the same spir-
it of warmth and friendship.
As member of this post, in the church,
in every relation in life, he was always
genial.
In how many homes and at how many
fresides he will be missed.
He was a man of convictions, and always
expressed his opinions. He was
ever on one side of the fence and CON-
nanded the admiration of his opponents by
The firm stand be slways maintained, being |
calm in Judgment at all times and discuss |
ing the political situation with his oppo- |
nents in the most pleasant and companion |
able manner.
The speaker referred briefly TO the love |
Of the deceased for flowers and remarked |
hat while he was an old man and always |
iigni6ed, ever showed his appreciation for |
he beautiful, hence a slight floral offering
mad been made, but had the weather been |
,ropitious the church would have been |
decorated with flowers.
While the deceased was not member of !
his church. or any church, he SET a good |
to many church members. The
criprures say, "By their fruits We shall |
know them" He believed IN Christianity
ind was always found In the house of God.
Turning to the coffin the speaker said:
You will be missed by your fellow-com-
AIDES by this church; ia mauy homes and /
II many firesides how sadly you will be
missed"
Like Elijah of old Major Weber has
My been translated. He always expected
o die suddenly and expressed a desire TO
o that way.
Then for the last time turning 10 the
Ter. the speaker said, "comrade, soldier,
riend, husband and father, farewell"
The remains were escorted 10 the depot
y the members OF the G. A. r., under COM
nand of Vice Commander Z. J. Smith.
The remains were shipped last night to
dorris, Ills, and were accompanied by the
rife and SONS of the deceased.
When passes from the earth away
man Of sterling, manly worth
Thoughts of sincere and deep regret
In many hearts are given birth.
To such a man is given esteem
That does not quickly fade away;
Fond memories inger in the hearts
OF friends until LIES latest day.
The influence of a worthy life
Extends far in the future years;
Its impress strong other lives
In distant days and months appears.
He rests in peace-his work is done,
Light rest the turf upon his grave;
And honor TO the memory
OF one SO kind, I'D true and brave.
Bulldozers Bounced.
Robert NJ. Yost, formerly of the Sedslia