Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-03-28
Funeral of the Late John Kershner.


Funeral services over the remains OF Coun-
cilmen John kershuer were held yesterday
sfternoon at his residence, No. 266 East
street, and it is but seldom such concourse
OF people is seen gathered on such an occa-
sion. Not only the house but the grounds
and walk outside were densely packed,
Mayor Constantine and Clerk Clifford, with
every member and attache of the City Coun-
cil being present. The exercises were i'm
pressive, conducted by Rev. A. e. Wagner,
pastor OF the Second English Lutheran
church, (of which deceased was member)
assisted by Rev. Mr.. Smith, pastor of the First
church. Rev. Mr.. Waguer's remarks
were brief but to the point. do
ing full justice to and putting in
a clear light the exemplary life and excellent
character of the deceased, without being In
the slightest degree fulsome. He spoke of
Mr.. Kershner as the kind and loving husband
and father, the considerste neighbor, upright
citizen, devoted church member and true,
trustworthy, in judgment and honest official.
While the world outside might not feel the
lsss each of the interests specified would
realize that the death of John Kershner was
much to them, and in death he would still
exertan influence for good; thought to com.
fort mourning ones in their affection. Speak
ing of the closing hours the preacher said
that Mr.. Kershner's last illness was most
painful, but in all his sufferings he was
never heard to murmur or complain, but
to the speaker and to members Of
his family spoke of his faith in
q loving Savior which he knew would carry
him through, as it did. He had no fear Of
death, which found him prepared. Rev. Mr..
Wagner spoke with power and feeling in urg-
ing this faith upon one and all, and closed
with brief, fervent prayer.
The remains were then removed from the
house-Robert Johnson, President City CouI-
Gil, Prof. B. F. Prince, VIM. Lupfer, D. R.
Hosterman, Jesse C. Trimmer, former business
partner of deceased. and Azel B. Smith acting
rs pail bearers-to Fernclif cemetery, where
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Following are the resolutions drawn up by
the committee OF the City Council designated
for that duty at the last meeting:
To the Honorable City Council:
GEYTLEMEN:-Your special committee ap-
pointed to draft suitable resolutions express
ing the sorrow of the members Of this Council
at the departure from life of our esteemed
fellow member, John Kershner, beg leave to
offer for adoption the following resolutions
Whereas, 1t has pleased an inscrutable
Providence to remove from our midst our es-
teemed fellow member, John Kershner; thsre-
fore be it
Resolved, That in his death We have lost
an honored, upright and able member, whose
valuable advice and assistance will be greatly
missed in our deliberations.
Resolved, That we extend to the bereaved
widow and family our heartfelt sympathy in
their trial, and wish them such coudslence a
can only be obtained through the mercies of
the Almighty.
Resolved, That these resolutions be spread
upon the minutes OF Council and copy there
o. be sent to the mourning family and that
they be published in all the city papers.
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J. H. DRIscoL,