The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1910-08-11
Death of Deacon Isaac Newton In
Jackman

One of the saddest events to be re-
ported from Jackman, Me, for long
time, is the death of brother Isaac
Newton, first deacon of the Congre
gational church at Jackman.
A largely attended and impressive
service was conducted by the Rev. J.
Butler. pastor of the church.
Our beloved comrade and brother
passed out of this life and went to his
eternal reward at the age of sixty
six years on Tuesday morning, Aug.
End. The deacon had been confined
to his bed for nearly a year and pass
ed away peacefully and without suf-
fering. Words cannot express the
sympathy of the community In the
loss of so faithful a christian and
church worker. He was faithful
husband, loving father, and deVot-
ed christian. Brother Newton was
married in 1872 to Rose Il. Nichols,
daughter of Holeb Nichols of Bling
ham.
Forty-two years ago he had never
experienced the Joy of Gods Saliva
ton and through the earnest appeals
of Elder Richardson, Congregation
al student. he was brought TO saw
ing knowledge of the truth. prompted
by the spirit of God he made appllca-
tion to become n member of the Free
BAPTIST church which dissolved after
five wears. The Congregational
church again entering the field. Dur
ing his connection with the Christian
church whether Free Baptist or Con-
gregational denomination he proved
to be a devoted and loyal representa-
tive of the cross, he was deacon In
the church and served in this capa-
city up to the time of his death. His
devotion and true Christian character
was we'll known by all who knew him.
He was faithful and conscientious
worker and always considered the In
terest of the church. When he was
needed to take other responsibilities
outside OF his regular duties he was
always willing; when 1t came to do
ing small things he was not above
the humble service. His services were
invaluable in the church.
Although our dear brother and dea-
con has departed from uss and gone
to be with Him he served in life, he
lives in our hearts and memory, his
exemplary life and lovable DISPOSE
ton will never be forgotten by those
who were privileged to know him. 1t
is needless to say that we keenly feel
the loss of our dear brother. His
dear wife and the other members OF
his family have our deepest sympathy
and we pray that our lives and their
lives may be so consistent that we
will again meet him whom we have
known and loved. Mr.. Newton was
a lumberman and farmer he was pro
minent in town affairs always and Tor
q long term of years was member OF
the Board of Assessors. The Fores-
ters will greatly miss his counsel and
help as he was Chaplain of the lodge
Fifty members marched in the pro
cession to the grave where the burial
service of the order was read.
No one can feel the loss of our de-
parted brother more that his dear wife
and daughter and we trust that the
one who has promised to share our
sorrows will comfort them at this
time. The funeral was held at the
Congregational Church of which our
departed brother was member. The
funeral arrangements were perfect
and the service most impressive. The
remarks concerning our dear brother
were well chosen and very approprl-
ate. Rev. }. Butler and wife sang
three pieces, favorites of the deceas-
ed Does Jesus Care, mo Not One
and Saved by Grace" The church
was filled with friends and relatives
at the service, who had gathered to
pay their last respects to the dead.
The floral tributes were very beauti-
full and appropriate, there being
among others a beautiful anchor, n
harp. a willow, a wreath and sheaf
of wheat with motto Ready for the
Harvest. The remains were laid
at rest in the family lot at Moose
River cemetery.
MIR. Newton is survived by his wife
and one daughter, Mrs. VIM. f. Slade
wife of the pastor of the Second Par
ish Congregational Church of Port