Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - Bu-Bz

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Buchanan, Maggie J.

Maggie J. Buchanan, aged 35 years, died at the residence of Robert Buchanan, on Bethlehem pike, near Ambler, last Friday, after a lingering and severe illness. She came up from Philadelphia to make a few weeks' visit with the family, was taken sick and has been confined there since, under the doctor's care. She was the daughter of the late William and Mary Buchanan, and died with consumption, suffering intensely during the latter part of her illness.

The remains were interred Tuesday afternoon in St. Thomas' cemetery, Whitemarsh, service being held in St. Paul's Reformed church, Fort Washington.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 12, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buchanan, Maggie

Fort Washington. Rev. J.H. Sechler had charge of the funeral of Maggie Buchanan at St. Paul's Reformed church on Tuesday afternoon.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 12, 1899, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buchanan, Maria

On the 23d inst., Maria, daughter of William J. and Martha Buchanan, aged 22 months and 15 days. Funeral from the residence of her parents, Lower Merion, Montgomery county, this (Tuesday) afternoon, at 2 o'clock.

[Source: Philadelphia Press, November 26, 1861, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buchanan, Robert

Died in His Wagon. Robert Buchanan Expires of Heart Trouble in Ambler While Seated in His Wagon--Leaves a Family.

Robert Buchanan, a farmer of Upper Dublin township, died of heart trouble in Ambler on Thursday afternoon while seated in his wagon driving toward home. He had spent a portion of the afternoon in Ambler attending to business and was seen driving through the streets only a few minutes previous to his death, apparently as well as at any time during the past year. Shortly after 5 o'clock he was seen driving up Spring Garden street and just as he turned to Butler avenue he fell over in the seat. As he was seated about the middle his head projected slightly over the side, so that his fat fell out into the road. It was at first thought he had struck his head against the iron of the seat and been dazed, but as he made no attempt to raise himself, neighbors rushed out, stopped the horse, raised him upright on the wagon seat and bathed his face and head until a doctor was summoned.

Dr. C.B. Hough arrived on the scene shortly after and on feeling the pulse pronounced the unfortunate man dead. He was immediately removed to the undertaking establishment of George G. Davis, Walnut street, Ambler, from whence a short time after he was removed to his home.

The deceased was a man well past middle age and for the greater part of the winter had been under the care of Dr. D.W. Shelly, of Ambler. With the approach of summer, however, he rallied and seemed to improve in health, so that he was able to perform his farm work. For over 20 years he has resided on the farm of the Hague estate, on Bethlehem pike, near Ambler. He leaves a wife, Margaret, daughter of Mrs. Jane Rogers; daughters, Mrs. Anna Jane Frymire, wife of Elmer Frymire, of Wallace Run, Pa., and Mary, who resides at home, and a young son, David. Several children are dead.

The funeral was held this Wednesday afternoon. Interment in the Upper Dublin Brethren's cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 6, 1899, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buchanan, Stanley L.

Stanley L., infant son of John A. and Amy Buchanan, died Tuesday morning of marasmus aged four months. Funeral services this Thursday at 1 p.m. Interment private.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 18, 1902, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Bucher, Reuben

Buck, Charles

Buck, Infant Child Wm.

Buck, Jennie Amanda

Buck, Mrs. Mathias

North Wales. Mrs. Mathias Buck died on Tuesday morning after a lingering illness of several months of a complication of diseases. She leaves three sons and three daughters.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 8, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buckley, Ruth Pearl

Buckman, Sara

Mrs. Sara Buckman, aged 65 years, died at the home of her niece, Mrs. George McMullin, of near Somerton, on Tuesday of last week. She had been ill but a short time. Dysentery was the cause of her death. She was a sister of Dr. R.L. Cooper of Ogontz; J.D. Cooper of Ambler and William L. Cooper, of Richboro. Funeral from the residence of William L. Cooper, of Richboro, on Friday at 2 o'clock. Interment at Addisville Union cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 21, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buckman, Jacob T.

Jacob T. Buckman, of Narcissa, died suddenly Wednesday about 1 o'clock at his home, the result of a stroke. He was born in Abington township and was the son of Thomas Buckman. On April 14, 1859, he married Ann, daughter of Joseph P. Conard, of near Blue Bell, and for a time they resided in Philadelphia. Later they purchased a large farm at Southampton, Bucks county. They afterwards sold this property and moved to Narcissa.

The deceased was the father of five daughter and one son: Mary T., wife of George A. Johnson, of Bridgeton, N.J.; Alice C., head nurse at the Chester hospital; Emma G., Annie E., and Carrie A., all of whom reside at home, the latter being a teacher at the Friends' school, Plymouth Meeting.

The funeral, which was largely attended, was held Saturday, interment being made at Plymouth.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 16, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buckman, Mrs. Thomas

The remains of Mrs. Thomas Buckman were interred Saturday afternoon in Hatboro Baptist cemetery, she having died suddenly in Hatboro Thursday afternoon of heart trouble. She had a sinking spell at the dinner table and before a doctor could arrive she was beyond human aid. She leaves a husband, daughter and a married son, who resides at Fox Chase.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 23, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buiortiro, Antonio

Buiortiro, Antonio

Dragged to Death by Runaway Horse

Antonio Buiortiro, aged 36 years, an Italian, of Edge Hill, was dragged about a mile by a horse Sunday evening over a hard road and across a railroad crossing. He died a few minutes after the animal was stopped.

The Italian was pasturing his horse in McKeever's meadow and had one end of a long rope tied around his ankle and the other end fastened to the horse's halter, to prevent the animal from getting out of his sight. A train probably frightened the horse, which ran away dragging the man after it. Buiortiro's head was split open and his clothe[s] were ripped off. His associates wanted to shot the horse for revenge, but were prevented from doing so.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 7, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Bunn, Franklin

Centre Square. Mr. George Marks and family attended the funeral of an uncle of Mrs. Marks', Franklin Bunn, of Pottstown, on Sunday.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 20, 1902, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Burdan, Susan R.

Mrs. Susan R. Burdan, wife of Hiram Burdan, Esq., County Commissioner, died at 1 o'clock, on Monday, at the residence of the family, in Pottsgrove Township, near Little Oley. Deceased had been severely afflicted for months with dropsy and other ailments. The immediate cause of death, however, was erysipelas in its worst form. Her age was 59 years and 25 days. Deceased was born Spatz and was married to Mr. Burdan Dec. 23, 1850. The union was a very happy one and was blessed with eleven children five sons and six daughters. Five are living as follows: Henry S., who lives next door to the homestead; Edwin, Elizabeth married to Wm. Bair, and Annie married to Irwin Hause living at home, and Sallie married to Harry Hause, living at Boyertown. Those who have died Hiram S. aged 17 years, Julia aged 10 years and Samuel S., Hillary S., Mary and Emma who died in infancy. The deceased was a sister of Daniel Spatz, Mrs. James Lafferty and Mrs. Daniel Yorgey, all of this borough. In her death the husband loses a devoted and faithful helpmate, the children a loving mother. The community a kind friend and the church of which she was a communicant, a devout member. The funeral will take place on Saturday, the 7th inst., at 10 o'clock, of which due notice will be found in another column.

[Source: Montgomery County Ledger, May 3, 1887. Submitted by Betty.]

Burdan, Susan R.

The mortal remains of Mrs. Susan R. Burdan, wife of County Commissioner Hiram Burdan, were consigned to the grave in Fairview Cemetery at Boyertown, today, in the presence of a large company of relatives and friends who gathered to pay their last tribute of respect to the memory of the departed. Rev. L. Groh, pastor of the Lutheran Church, conducted the services. At the house a brief service was held. The choir sang 'She's Gone to the Silent Land,' and the pastor made a brief address based on the admonition 'Be then faithful unto death and I will give thee a crown of life.' At the church a sermon was preached from a text selected by the deceased 'Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord' Rev. 14:13. The pall bearers were Adam Swavely, Elhanan Mock, Josiah Miller, William Levengood, Elie Wade and Samuel Albright. The funeral was a very large one.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, May 10, 1887. Submitted by Betty.]

Burk, Lizzie

Broad Axe. The funeral of Lizzie, wife of Edward Burk, passed through our village Saturday afternoon from Port Providence to Rose Hill cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 30, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Burke, Harvey

Flourtown. Mrs. George Cambel, of Tioga, spent Sunday at L.G. Dager's, and Tuesday was up attending the funeral of her cousin, Harvey Burke, of Lansdale, who was buried at Rose Hill cemetery, Ambler.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 7, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Burke, Samuel

Samuel Burke, who formerly farmed for William Jeans, died suddenly last week. His funeral took place on Sunday from his late residence, near Camp Hill. Interment at Norris City cemetery. The deceased was a member of the Cold Point Baptist church.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 21, 1897, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Burket, John

Burkey, John O.

Burkhardt, Augustus

Burr, William C.

At Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, January 26, 1863, William C. youngest son of M.L. and R.M. Burr, in the 21st year of his age.

His relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral, from the residence of his parents, No. 738 South Tenth street, on Wednesday, 11th instant, at 7 o'clock A.M., to proceed to St. James' Episcopal Church, Evansburg, Montgomery County, Pa.

[Source: Philadelphia Press, February 10, 1863, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]

Burr, William H.

Rev. William H. Burr, for years an active and well known clergy man of the Protestant Episcopal church, died April 24 of heart disease at his home, No. 1618 Vine street, Philadelphia. He had filled a number of important charges, but because of ill health retired from active work several months ago.

Born in Philadelphia, Jan. 26, 1853, Dr. Burr was a great-grandson of Rev. William Sturgeon, rector of the old Christ church from 1746 to 1766, and a grandson of Robert Conley, of the Revolutionary army. After studying in several institutions he was ordained in 1881 and his first charge was at the church home for children, Angora. From there he went to old St. Andrew's church, at Eighth and Spruce streets, as assistant to Dr. Paddock. Two years later he was assigned to St. James' church, at Twenty-second and Walnut streets, as curate, under Dr. Morton, and remained in that position for six years.

Dr. Burr then took charge of St. James' church, at Mount Holly, N.J. He remained there a year, after which he became rector of St. James' church at Newtown, Pa. One year later he went to St. Paul's church, Frankford. Several years after the Trinity Memorial church had been started at Ambler, Dr. Burr became its rector. Dr. Burr is survived by his mother and two brothers. Dr. Charles W. Burr, and Dr. Ridgeway Burr. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon. The services were under the charge of Bishop Whitaker.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 2, 1901, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buss, Lewis

Butler, Charles

Butler, Mary

Mary, wife of Jason T. Butler, of Whitemarsh, was buried Sunday afternoon at St. John's Lutheran church, Centre Square. Deceased was the daughter of William Betson, formerly of Whitemarsh. She was 65 years of age and leaves a husband, who for years has been manager at the Corson lime quarries, and two grown-up sons, Irwin and Isaac.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 12, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Butterworth, Edward

Mr. Edward Butterworth, who kept the toll gate here at Edge Hill for almost 40 years, died last Friday afternoon of heart disease. He was sick but a few hours. The funeral services were held in Carmel Presbyterian Church Tuesday, February 15; interment at Hillside. Mr. Butterworth has been a familiar figure in the vicinity for many years. He served as sexton of the church here for many years also. He was 78 years old.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 17, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buzby, James

Springhouse. The sudden death of Mr. James Buzby on Sunday last from a paralytic stroke removes from our midst one of its well known and oldest residents. Mr. Buzby always took an active interest in politics; has served in a number of ---public offices of the township for several years and at present was one of the supervisors of Lower Gwynedd. His death is mourned by a large circle of friends. The funeral will take place this Thursday and interment will be made at Rose Hill cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 18, 1900, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Buzby, Thomas F. Jr.

Springhouse. Supervisor James Buzby and family attended the funeral of Thomas F., Jr., son of Thomas F. and Hall Buzby, on Thursday last. The interment was at Rose Hill cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 10, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Byar, Louis B.

BYAR - In Pottstown, on the Oct 31st, Louis B Byar, aged 75 years and 8 months.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, November 1, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]

Byar, Louis B.

Louis B Byar, one of the well known and highly esteemed citizens of Pottstown, departed this life on Monday morning at his residence, No 112 Walnut street. He had been an invalid for some time and his illness more recently assumed the nature of catarrh of the stomach. His age was 75 years and 8 months, he having been born on the 29th of February in 1812 (leap year) and having a birthday every four years. Mr. Byar resided most of his life in Limerick township, but removed to Pottstown over 25 years ago, and engaged successfully in the vocation of machinist, locksmith, and safe manufacture. He was a member of the Town Council of Pottstown for four or five years, and Chief Burgess of the borough in 1872-1873. Deceased was twice married, his first wife being Catharine Keeler, who died several years ago, and his second wife Elizabeth Raysor (who survives him) to whom he was married on the 1st of September in 1887. He leaves six children: T. Jefferson, Louis N. and Henry W. Byar, and Mrs. Henry W. Nagle, Mrs. Thomas Deeds, and Mrs. Benton B Rutter. My Byar's life record is that of an upright, worthy and useful citizen. The funeral will take place on Thursday at 11 o'clock; interment at Pottstown cemetery. Three ministers will officiate on the occasion - Rev. B G Parker, Rev. S W Gehrett, and Rev. B M Schmucker, DD.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, November 1, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]

Byar, Louis B.

The funeral services over the mortal remains of Louis B Byar were held at the residence of the deceased, 112 Walnut street, at 11 o'clock this morning. The body had a wonderfully life like appearance, the death angel leaving scarcely a trace of his touch. The only floral tribute to his memory was a sickle of flowers and miniature sheaf of wheat, the offering of his Sunday school class, in the Lutheran Church of the Transfiguration. Rev. B G Parker, of the Baptist church, had charge of the services, in which he was assisted by Rev. S W Gehrett of the Methodist and Rev. D M Schmucker, D.D. of the English Lutheran church. Rev. Mr. Parker preached the discourse based on 1st Cor.15:22 - "For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive."

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, November 8, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]

Byar, Maggie

Maggie Byar, aged about 35 years, wife of T Jefferson Byar, died on the 10th, at the residence of the family, 844 Bambrey Street, Philadelphia. Her disease was pulmonary aflection. Mrs. Byar leaves her husband and four young children to mourn her loss. She was a sister of the late W. Jasper, Alfred, and George M Kunkle, deceased, and of Miles and Howard Kungle who are living. She was an estimable and pious woman. The family moved to Philadelphia in February last. The remains will be brought to Pottstown for burial.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, April 12, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]

Byar, Maggie K.

BYAR: In Philadelphia, on the 11th inst., Maggie K., wife of T. Jefferson Byar, aged 41 years, 3 months and 27 days.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, April 19, 1887. Submitted by Diana.]