Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - T

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Taft, Isabella B.

Mrs. Isabella B. Taft, widow of Rev. John T. Taft and daughter of the late Samuel Houpt, of Whitemarsh, died Tuesday morning of last week at her residence on Arch street road, beyond the borough line of Norristown, where the family have resided for many years.

Deceased suffered from a long and wasting illness, having been bedfast the last 14 weeks of her life. She was born in 1819, the same year as the late queen of England, and was married about the same time, and expressed the belief that she would not live much longer when she was informed of Victoria's death. Mrs. Taft suffered from "brine" in the eye, a weakening of the tear ducts, from which Queen Victoria also suffered.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 7, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tagert, Rachael

Taggart, Joseph

Joseph Taggart aged 75 years, a well known and respected resident of Spring Mill, died at his home Monday night. Deceased was one of the first settlers of the village where his death occurred and he was well known throughout that section of the country.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 26, 1903, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tagleiber, Infant Child of Geo.

Tagleiber, Xavier

Taglieber, Margaret

Tate, John

Taylor, Elizabeth R.

Jarrettown. Elizabeth R., widow of the late Robert A. Taylor died Wednesday, Nov. 13, after a long illness, aged 75 years. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from her late residence, Dreshertown. Interment was made in Jarrettown cemetery. She is survived by several sons an done daughter. Nearly 50 years of her life were spent in Upper Dublin township, where she was highly respected by all who knew her.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 21, 1901, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Taylor, George

George Taylor, of New Britain, died at Jefferson hospital, Philadelphia, on Friday, Feb. 1, whither he had gone to seek relief from calculus by an operation.

Mr. Taylor was born on Jan. 6, 1836, in Warwick township, Bucks county, where he lived for some time and then removed to Furlong. He engaged in farming and after successful career in that business he retired, moving to the village of New Britain, where he resided with his niece, Miss Ellen Matthews. Mr. Taylor held several positions of public trust and was connected with the Chalfont Wind and Storm company as a director since it was founded in 1887. He had also been a director in Whitehall Fire Insurance company at least since that time.

Mr. Taylor married Miss Mattie Trumbower, a sister of the late Samuel Trumbower. His wife died about 12 years ago. He leaves two sons, Howard E., of Germantown, who is connected with the firm of Mitchell, Fletcher & Company, of Philadelphia, and Edward, an electrician of considerable note.

Mr. Taylor was a man of the strictest personal integrity and rugged honesty. A few years ago the state board of public charities appointed him a member of the committee for Bucks county and he served as one of its members until his death.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 7, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Taylor, Henry D.

Henry D. Taylor, a well-known resident of Newtown township, died at Newtown last week, aged 80 years. The deceased was a son of the late Benjamin Taylor, and had returned to Newtown a few weeks ago from Camden, where he had been living with his son, William L. Taylor, at whose home the wife of the deceased died during the winter. Mr. Taylor was a farmer during his residence in Newtown township, and was well known and highly esteemed in that community. The son, residing at Camden, is the only survivor of the family.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, April 7, 1898, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Taylor, John

Captain John Taylor, Receiver of Taxes in Philadelphia, who died last Saturday at his residence, 1923 N. Sixth St., Philadelphia, was well known to many of our readers, for he and his family spent two summers in our borough, residing in Mr. Illman's house on the Thompson Mill road. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon at one o'clock, from the Bethesda Presbyterian church, Frankford avenue and Vienna street.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 10, 1895, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]

Taylor, Rachel

Mrs. Rachel Taylor, widow of the late Benjamin Taylor, died on the 2d inst., at her home on Laurel avenue, Cheltenham, at the age of 83 years. Her funeral was attended at 9 a.m. last Wednesday from her late residence. Interment was made in Hatboro cemetery. Mrs. Taylor and her husband lived for many years at Willow Grove. They farmed the George R. Berrell place for a time. They afterward owned a farm at Jenkintown that was purchased by W.W. Frazier and moved to Cheltenham. Mr. Taylor died at Jenkintown, and the widow and her son, John Taylor moved from the Grove to the former home of the family some six or seven years ago.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 14, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Taylor, Robert A.

Jarrettown. The funeral of Robert A. Taylor, of Dreshertown, on Saturday was largely attended. He had lived at his late home for more than 40 years, and was widely known as a successful farmer and business man. He was buried in the family lot in Jarrettown cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 14, 1900, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Teddy, Michael

Terry, Marguerite A.

Rev. W.R. Ridington is attending the funeral of Mrs. Marguerite A. Terry at Cornsells this Wednesday.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 4, 1899, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Theel, Walter

Thelen, Mamie

Thissen, Matthew

Thomas, Allen

Thomas, Ann Rebecca

Mrs. Ann Rebecca Thomas, wife of Allen Thomas, of West Point, Pa., and mother of the editor of the Ambler Gazette, died at her residence at West Point on Thursday, Aug. 12, in the 72d year of her age. Mrs. Thomas' illness had been of long duration. About eight years ago she was stricken with paralysis from which she recovered partially, but her mind was impaired to some extent. Eight weeks ago she was prostrated with a second stroke, and from that time until the hour of her death she bore her sufferings patiently, calmly awaiting the end. She died at the time stated, in the presence of her family.

Mrs. Thomas was born in Bucks county, and was the daughter of John Goucher, who resided for many years in Buckingham township, that county. Mr. Goucher died while Rebecca was a small child. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas were married on Dec. 25, 1848, and resided all their lives in Bucks and Montgomery counties. The children are as follows: Emma J. (Mrs. M.K. Gilbert), William B., Franklin P., Martha K., Arthur K., Lukens, Mary (Mrs. Wm. Freas), Lizzie L. (Mrs. Charles Smedley), Alfred, Edward. Of the above all are living except Franklin and Martha, who died Feb. 18, 1853, and were buried in the same grave; and Alfred, who died in infancy. Mrs. Thomas was a member of the Lansdale Baptist church, where her husband is also a member. The funeral took place on Monday last. Services were held at the house, where brief addresses were made by Rev. Mr. Colclesser, of Conshohocken; Rev. Dr. Cathcart, of Gwynedd, and Rev. F.W. Johnson, of the Lansdale Baptist church. The services were concluded at the New Britain Baptist church, where Rev. Mr. Johnson preached an appropriate sermon. Interment was made in the family lot in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 19, 1897, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thomas, Ellen S.

Ellen S., wife of George J. Thomas, Ambler, died Tuesday after a long illness. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon from her husband's residence, Bethlehem pike, and interment will be made at Rose Hill cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 15, 1900, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thomas, Ezekiel

Ezekiel Thomas, 60 years old, one of the most prominent citizens of Quakertown, and for the past several years tax collector and justice of the peace of that borough, died on Friday evening of consumption.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 23, 1897, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thomas, John W.

John W. Thomas, formerly of Ambler, died Wednesday afternoon at 4.40 o'clock in Cooper hospital, Camden, where he had been confined in a private room with illness for more than three weeks prior to his death. He was in his 79th year.

Deceased was born on Dec. 9, 1824, in Delaware county, and was the son of Jonathan and Rebecca Thomas. The former was a tanner and learned the trade at the old Samuel Ritter tannery at Rose Valley, near Ambler, now operated by A.D. Faust's sons. The boyhood of the deceased was spent on a farm in the lower part of Bucks county, but his father purchasing a tannery in Michigan moved to that state and the lad served his apprenticeship under his father in the business. After remaining with his father for some years the deceased left his parental home to take the superintendency of a farm of 640 acres just outside of Rochester, N.Y., owned by David Wright, a prominent lawyer. Here he got an insight into the lumbering business, and he purchased timber lands in the south, preparing the logs for ship building and also cutting up small timber for other purposes.

Later the subject of our sketch purchased timber land in Maryland. While here he supplied the West Jersey railroad, which was then in process of construction, with 50,000 ties. While in this section of the county he became acquainted with Susanna F., daughter of John and Catharine Clayton, of Sussex county, whom he married about 1848. On the death of his mother-in-law, the couple left Maryland and bought a farm of 80 ½ acres in New Britain township, Bucks county. Here they resided for eight years when they sold out and removed to Clayton, Del., where they purchased a hotel property. After an ownership of eight years the property and other adjoining was lost a in suit for ownership, the tract passing into the hands of a California party, whose ownership was established by the incomplete system of recording transfers and the deceased was left without a cent in the world.

Nothing daunted, however, he set out again, and in March, 1874 moved to where now resides Harry Stout, of Broad Axe. From 1874 to 1876 they lived in the George W. Hellings' property at Broad Axe, and in the centennial year they removed to Sarah Conard's place above Blue Bell. Here they resided a year, and in 1877 took up their residence on the Lysinger place, on Springtown road back of Centre Square. In 1879 Mr. Thomas purchased a place at Cold Point, remaining there for nine years and removing to Ambler in 1888 to a property now owned by J. Watson Craft. Later he conducted a meat store and served for several years as watchman of the Ambler bank.

Mrs. Thomas died in Ambler in June, 1901, since which time the widower has been living with his sons in Ambler and Camden. Six children were born to the deceased as follows: Clayton, died aged seven; Edward, died aged five; William, died aged three; Mary, died aged two; Walter S., residing in Ambler and Wilmer H., of Camden, N.J.

The funeral and services were held Sunday from the residence of his son, Walter S., 213 Greenwood avenue, Ambler, and interment was made in Rose Hill cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 29, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thomas, Milton

Thomas, Susana F.

Mrs. Susana F., wife of John W. Thomas, of Ambler, died Monday morning at 1 o'clock of pneumonia in her 72d year. The funeral will be held from the Presbyterian church this Thursday afternoon. Meet at the home of Wilmer Thomas, son of the deceased at 1 o'clock. Interment in Rose Hill cemetery.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 13, 1901, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thomas, Susana F.

The family of the late Mrs. Susana F. Thomas desires to publicly thank neighbors and friends for kindnesses during her illness and at the funeral last Thursday.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, June 20, 1901, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thomas, William B.

Thomas, William C.

Narcissa. William C. Thomas, of Hickorytown, owner of the Sheppard homestead, died at his residence of Bright's disease. His funeral occurred on Monday at Cold Point church, where the interment was made.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 28, 1901, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thompson, Etta M.

The remains of the late Ettie M. Thompson, wife of Edward Thompson, of Somerton, and daughter of the late Eli Engle, were laid to rest in the Hatboro cemetery on Thursday, the 11th inst. Her funeral was largely attended by sorrowing friends. Mrs. Thompson was the granddaughter of the late Thomas Michener, of Horsham, and was a woman of sterling worth. She was one of the original members of the Southampton Farmers' club, which remembered their departed sister with a circle of flowers, which was laid on her last resting place, beside other beautiful tributes to her memory.

Just 10 weeks ago Mrs. Thompson followed her sister, the wife of Lambert Britton, to her resting place, but a few steps from where she now lays. Three brothers survive them and two sisters, Clara, wife of John E. Duffield, of Narcissa, and Laura, wife of Howard Yerkes, of Southampton.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 11, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thompson, James

Thompson, John

One of the citizens of Flourtown, John Thompson, passed away on Monday morning, aged 56 years. About a year and a half ago he was stricken down suddenly with something like apoplexy, and at that time his life was despaired of. But he recovered sufficiently to be about again, although never entirely free from suffering. On last Friday he seemed about as well as usual, until toward midnight, when he was again seized with his former trouble. He sunk almost immediately into unconsciousness and remained in that condition until death relieved him. He leaves a wife, four daughters and two sons.

Mr. Thompson was of a genial, pleasant disposition and will be greatly missed by his large circle of friends. The funeral will take place on Friday afternoon from the house at 1 o'clock. Services and burial at Zion Evangelical Lutheran church, Whitemarsh. He was a member of the Whitemarsh Lutheran congregation and also of the following orders: K. of P., Chestnut Hill; I.O.O.F., of Marble Hall, and Flourtown encampment. By trade he was a blacksmith.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 28, 1898, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thompson, John

Flourtown. The funeral of John Thompson, on Friday afternoon, was largely attended.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 4, 1898, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thomson, John

John Thomson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Thomson, of Ogontz, died at his home at Elkins Sunday morning from typhoid fever. Mr. Thomson, who had been sick for some weeks, suffered a relapse about a week ago from which he never recovered.

On Jan. 15, 1902, he married Miss Elizabeth M. Watson, of Langhorne, by whom he is survived. A particularly sad event happened the day before the wedding, when Norman B. Eyre, of Newtown, who was to have been best man, was instantly killed while trying to board a moving train at Spring Garden street station, on the Reading railway.

Mr. Thomson, who was about 25 years old, is survived by two sisters, Elizabeth, wife of Howard Taylor, of Germantown, and Alice P., living at home.

The funeral took place Wednesday at 1 o'clock from his late residence at Elkins.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 16, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thompson, Son of Lewis

Thompson, Mrs. W.

Oreland. The funeral of Mrs. W. Thompson was well attended. J. Meighan preached the sermon and Miss Evelyn Drew and miss Gussie Ravior sang.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 7, 1903, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Thompson, William H.

Tiedemann, Charlotte

Fort Washington. Charlotte, widow of the late Dr. H.F. Tiedemann died on Sunday at Port Royal, Va., aged 83. The body was brought to the residence of her son, Mr. Tiedemann, this place, and the funeral was held Wednesday morning.

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

Tiedemann, Frank

Bullet in His Brain. Frank Tiedemann, of Fort Washington, Shoots Himself. Found Dead in His Bed When His Wife and Son Returned Home Friday Evening--Business Troubles Supposed to Have Preyed on His Mind--Left a Note.

Frank Tiedemann, of Fort Washington, in the 48th year of his age, committed suicide by shooting himself in the temple with a 32 calibre revolver and was found by his son Friday afternoon at 6 o'clock. The body was still warm, but death had been instantaneous. The only word left by the unfortunate man was a note to his wife in which he gave directions relative to the disposition of his body.

The deceased resided in the upper side of the Johnson property, Summit avenue, having lived there with his family, a wife and son William, for about four years. He was the Philadelphia agent for F.E. Strauss & Co., of New York, manufacturers of silk and woolen goods, and had an office at 506 Arch street, Philadelphia. It is supposed that business troubles had preyed on his mind and that for a week previous he had contemplated the rash act. His plans were apparently made in every detail. On some pretense he sent his wife and son to New York Thursday evening and accompanied them as far as Wayne Junction, where he bade them goodby. Later in the evening he went to the city, for at midnight he was seen at Spring Garden street station by Mr. and Mrs. E.A. Vogt, of Ambler, who were well acquainted with him. Mr. Vogt says the man did not appear his usual bright and cheery self, and instead of being light-hearted and jovial he appeared dejected, and paced the platform with his head down in seemingly deep though and abjection.

Mrs. Tiedemann and son were delayed in New York longer than they anticipated and just missed their intended train, so that they caught the 5.02 train from the terminal and arrived home about 6 o'clock. They went at once to the husband's room, and on opening the door the son was horrified to find his father lying dead across the bed. In one hand, resting over his heart, he clasped a case containing photographs of his wife and mother, and in the other he held a 32 calibre revolver, one chamber of which was empty. This hand had fallen down over the shoulder after firing the fatal shot. The ball had entered the right temple and was inbedded near the left ear drum. The deceased had probably fired the shot only a short time before, for the body was still warm although life was extinct. He had taken a bath, shaved himself and prepared his body for the change which was about to take place. He was partially disrobed when discovered on his bed.

Coroner Kane, of Norristown, was over Saturday morning and viewed the remains. He decided there was no necessity of impaneling a jury, and after examination rendered a verdict of suicide by shooting. The funeral services were held at the house at 10.30 o'clock Tuesday morning and the body removed to Philadelphia.

The deceased was the son of a very estimable Philadelphia family, his father having been a German physician of wide reputation in that city. The unfortunate man was a loving husband and kind parent, and seemed to have the greatest interest and regard for the welfare of his family, in which circle he always appeared to exercise the kindliest interest.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 23, 1902, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tigley, Mary

Five Mourners' Rare Longevity.

The funeral of Mrs. Mary Tigley, aged 86 years, at Limerick Square, was remarkable for the attendance of aged brothers and sisters of the deceased.

They were: Enos Nace, 90 years old, of Trappe; Paul Nace, aged 76, of Iron bridge; Mrs. Boss, of Blue Bell, 83 years of age. Mrs. Digley's [sic] husband survives at the age of 86 years.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 10, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tomlinson, Washington W.

Boy Drowned While Skating.

Coroner Kurtz was notified on Thursday of the drowning of Washington W. Tomlinson, a son of Frank Tomlinson, of Fox Chase, in a dam in Cheltenham township on Tuesday of last week. Young Tomlinson and a cousin were skating near an opening in the ice on the dam, when the latter tripped and fell in. His cousin made heroic attempts to rescue him, but had to abandon the effort to save his own life. Parties who recovered the body labored under the belief common in the rural districts that a corpse cannot, under such circumstance, be removed until the coroner has held an inquest, and allowed it to lie on the ground near the dam until wiser counsels prevailed.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 31, 1895, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Trapp, Carolina

Traub, William H.

Trauger, Marcus H.

Trayer, John

Trego, Jonathan K.

Jonathan K. Trego, the well-known portrait painter, died at 6.30 o'clock Friday morning at his home 509 East Montgomery avenue, North Wales. He was in the 84th year of his age. Death was caused by pneumonia, with which deceased had been suffering for about a week. During the progress of the disease he displayed remarkable vitality and recuperative powers, but his years were against him and he finally succumbed. He was the last of his father's family. He had lived in North Wales for the past 15 years, coming there from Doylestown. He was essentially a quiet man, who loved his study and his home. All his energies and talents were devoted to his work. His painting gave acknowledged satisfaction and his works grace many a home in this and Bucks county.

Mr. Trego was of Quaker parentage and was born at Windy Bush, Upper Makefield township, Bucks county, where his young days were spent on a farm. His parents were Jonathan and Rachel Trego, and were members of Wrightstown Friends' meeting. Some years ago deceased resided for a time in Illinois and other parts of the west. He is survived by a widow, who is his second wife and two sons and one daughter. All are children by his first marriage. Of the sons, Benjamin is an Episcopal minister, residing in New York state; William T. resides at home, and is famous as a painter of military and battle scenes. Mrs. Anthony J. Dever, the daughter, resides in Philadelphia.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 31, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Treichler, Child of Edwin

Triebels, Charles H.R.

Charles H.R. Triebels, a well known summer resident of Willow Grove neighborhood, where he owned a fine farm, died at his home, 619 Vine street, Philadelphia, last Wednesday morning, two days after the burial of his wife. Both Mr. Treibels and his wife enjoyed apparently good health until a little more than a week ago, when they made a trip to the coal regions in Schuylkill county. They went for a short drive in Mahanoy city and both contracted heavy colds.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, May 31, 1900, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Triesbach, Mr. and Mrs. Hilary

Triesbach, Susan

Susan, wife of Henry L. Triesbach, of Ambler, died Wednesday last aged 39 years of a lingering illness. The funeral was held Saturday morning at 10 o'clock from her late residence and interment was made at Schlichtersville church.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 16, 1900, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Trimby, Enos D.

Enos D. Trimby, head of the large furniture house at Tenth and Market streets, Philadelphia, and one of the best known business men of the city, died of apoplexy Tuesday morning, Mar. 6, at his home, 1746 North Sixteenth street. Mr. Trimby had been ill only two days and his death was unexpected. Until Saturday last he seemed to be in good health and attended to business as usual. The attack came Sunday. Mr. Trimby was put to bed and after one day's suffering, died.

Mr. Trimby was born in Bucks county, Pennsylvania in 1835. He was educated in the country schools and went to Philadelphia. After trying various occupations he finally opened a small furniture store on Second street. In three years' time the business had increased to such proportions that Mr. Trimby was forced to open a large store at 139 North Second street. In 1877 Mr. Trimby took a partner and rented a store at 1217 Market street, under the name of Trimby, Rehn & Co. The partnership lasted 10 years and was successful. In 1887 Mr. Trimby added the stores 1219 and 1229 to his establishment and re-open[e]d under the name Trimby, Hunt & Co. This partnership dissolved three years ago, when Mr. Trimby fitted up his magnificent stores at Tenth and Market streets.

Mr. Trimby's wife, who was a Miss Keller, of Philadelphia, survives him.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 15, 1900, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]

Trotter, Thomas C.

The life of Rev. Thomas C. Trotter, whose death occurred Wednesday at Narberth, Pa., was very closely identified with the earlier growth and development of the Mount Pleasant Baptist church, Ambler. In 1856, the church being without a pastor and having no regular preaching, he conducted an afternoon service, continuing until September, 1859. After a lapse of a few years he was again called to the church's assistance in 1865. At that time he established a regular morning and evening services on Lord's day. In 1866 he had the church building remodeled at a cost of $3000, the church holding services at Franklinville during this period. He continued this time until 1869. During 1880 he supplied the church, which was again without a pastor. Many of the older members of the church were baptized by him and many happy persons were united in matrimony. The church greatly revered and loved him, and on Sunday suitable resolutions were adopted and the pastor and others members of the church appointed to convey them to the family and represent the church at the funeral, which was held Monday. Deceased was aged 79 years.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 5, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Trout, Elizabeth and John R. Erb

The recent death of Mrs. Elizabeth Trout, in North Wales, at an advanced age, has been followed by that of her brother, John R. Erb, of Skippack. The latter was in his 86th year. He was born in Towamencin, and was the last of his family.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, September 15, 1904, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Trumbauer, Emma

Trumbauer, Ida

Trumbauer, Infant Child of Clayton

Turner, Almira Jane

Mrs. Almira Jane, wife of John E. Turner, of Ambler, died Tuesday evening at 7.40, in her 61st year, of acute Bright's disease after an illness of about three weeks.

The deceased was the daughter of the late Captain James Lafferty, of Point Breeze, where 44 years ago she was married to Mr. Turner, and where they lived until removing to Ambler 16 years ago. Mr. Turner, having purchased the old Ambler park property, he removed his family thereto, where they have since resided.

One brother, Jesse Lafferty; a husband, and the following children survive: Mrs. Lidie Duston, rank, Mrs. Mame O'Dell, Ellen, Nettie, Jennie, Lucy and Grace.

Funeral services and high mass will be held Friday morning at 9 o'clock at St. Anthony's R.C. church, Ambler, the interment being private at New Cathedral cemetery, Philadelphia.

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

Turner, Douglas K.

Funeral of Rev. D.K. Turner.

The funeral of Rev. Douglas K. Turner, of Hartsville, s very largely attended at the Neshaminy of Warwick Presbyterian church, of which the deceased was a pastor for many years. The services were conducted by Rev. W.K. Preston, assisted by Rev. S.G. Boardman, of Hartsville; Rev. Richard Montgomery, of Ashbourne, and Rev. J.B. Krewson, of Forest Grove. Music was rendered by the church choir.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, March 20, 1902, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]

Twinn, Arthur F.

Accidental Death of Twinn.

The falling of the flooring of the monkey cage at Mrs. Alexander Van Renssalaer's country place, at Camp Hill, was responsible, according to the evidence before Coroner Dugan Monday for the death of Arthur F. Twinn, of Oreland, Mrs. Van Renssalaer's gardener.

Thomas Geary, Van Renssalaer's coachman, testified that while his mistress was abroad, Twinn was engaged in painting the summer money house, the animals having been removed to a green house for the winter. The floor had been weakened by constant washing and when Twin stepped inside gave away and he was precipitated 15 feet into a cellar. His skull was fractured, but he managed to drag himself to the stable. A physician was sent for and Twinn was removed to the Jewish hospital, where he lingered until his death on Saturday.

The jury rendered a verdict of death from fracture of the skull accidentally received.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 25, 1900, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Twinn, Frank

Oreland. Frank Twinn, gardener for Mrs. Alex. VanRenssalaer, who was so seriously injured by a fall recently, died at the hospital on Saturday morning. The unfortunate man was brought home on Saturday afternoon for burial. Funeral services took place on this Wednesday. Interment was made at Hillside cemetery. The deceased leaves a wife and six children.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 25, 1900, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Mrs.

Mrs. Tyson, who died at Ironbridge on Wednesday, is the mother of Amos Tyson, of Norristown. She was the mother of 14 children and is survived by 12 at the ripe old age of 90 years.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 19, 1901, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Mrs. Allen H.

Mrs. Allen H. Tyson, daughter of Justice of the Peace John C. Boorse, of Towamencin township, died at her late residence in Lansdale Thursday night. Deceased was a sister of Henry Boorse, of Norristown.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, August 11, 1904, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Clara

Clara Tyson, of Philadelphia, formerly of Ambler, died at the home of her parents, 2824 Columbia avenue, early Monday morning of typhoid fever, in her 20th year. She was the daughter of Isaac and Catharine Tyson, and was born in Dublin, Pa. The most of her life was spent in Ambler, where her parents resided on Lindenwold avenue. She was a member of the Ambler Presbyterian church and was an active worker in the various junior Christian organizations of the church. Her death casts a deep gloom over not only the immediate family, but over her many friends in Ambler, with whom she had only recently spent many happy days.

The funeral services will take place this Thursday morning at 9 o'clock from her parents' residence. Services and interment at the Mennonite church, Doylestown, Pa.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 13, 1898, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Clara

At the residence of her parents, in Philadelphia, Jan. 10, 1898, Miss Clara Tyson, daughter of Isaac and Catharine Tyson. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, Thursday morning, the 13th inst., at 9 o'clock. Services at her late residence, 2824 Columbia avenue. Train leaves Ninth and Columbia at 11.07 a.m. for Doylestown Mennonite meeting house. Carriages will be in waiting on the arrival of train at 12.25 p.m.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 13, 1898, p. 8. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Clara

The funeral of Clara Tyson was held last Thursday morning from her parents' residence, Philadelphia. Rev. Wm. F.S. Nelson, of the Presbyterian church, had charge and spoke at the house and also at the Doylestown Mennonite meeting house, at which cemetery interment was made.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, January 20, 1898, p. 5. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Claud G.

Tyson, Ella

The funeral of the late Mrs. Ella Tyson, of Horsham, will take place Tuesday at 2 o'clock, from the residence of her husband, Robert Tyson.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, February 18, 1897, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Mrs. Herbert

Springhouse. The funeral of Mrs. Herbert Tyson was held at the home of the daughter, Mrs. Hermann A. Denckla, on Saturday. Interment at Church of the Messiah, Gwynedd.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 22, 1903, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Isaac

Isaac Tyson, well known in the vicinity of Ambler, died Wednesday at his home, 600 North Twenty-third street, Philadelphia, in the 62d year of his age. Services were held at his late residence Friday evening, and interment was made at the Hilltown church Saturday.

Deceased is a native of Bucks county, where his father, Martin Tyson, had a farm near Doylestown. Years ago he was proprietor of the Trewigtown hotel and dealt in horses. He then moved to Ambler, where he was extensively engaged in the sale of horses. About eight years ago he moved to Philadelphia and was associated with his brother, Abram Tyson, in the same business on Twentieth street above Chestnut. A widow and daughters, Mame, Annie and Elnora survive. One of the daughters, Clara, died several years ago.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, October 17, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Jacob

Ex-Sheriff Tyson Dead

Ex-Sheriff Tyson died Thursday afternoon at his home, West Marshall street, Norristown, after a short illness of kidney disease. He was 81 years of age and for years conducted a coal yard on Marshall street adjoining the Stony Creek railroad.

Deceased was born near Trappe, in Lower Providence township, June 10, 1818, and was the son of Jacob and Elizabeth Tyson. His ancestors were residents of the county for five generations and were of Dutch descent. They were from a Revolutionary family. During his boyhood deceased alternated in working on his father's farm and going to school. For 60 years he occupied the old homestead. For 20 years he devoted part of his time to butchering. He continued farming until 1877, when he was prevailed upon by his Democratic friends to be a candidate for sheriff, to which office he was elected. After vacating the sheriff's office he started in the coal business on Marshall street in which he continued until March last, when he disposed of the business to his son, John H. Tyson. In politics he was a staunch Democrat. He was a member of Christ Reformed church.

Deceased was married on March 12, 1846, to Sarah Y. Linderman, daughter of Isaac Linderman, of Limerick Square. This marriage resulted in the birth of seven children, all of whom are living; Wilmina, wife of Joseph R. Hunsicker; John H.; Mary, Sallie L., widow of Amos Forker; Harriet and Elizabeth, wife of Clarence R. Free, all of Norristown. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Harriet Saylor, of 131 West Elm street.

In addition to his business pursuits, Mr. Tyson was a leader in everything that tended to the betterment of the community, filling many positions of honor and trust. He was president of a live stock company, delegate to county conventions and active in the management of local affairs. This ends a useful and busy life of over four-score years. He died surrounded by his loving children and grandchildren, fully prepared to go to the great unknown world in Christian hope and the comfort which attends to all true believers.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, November 16, 1899, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Mrs. James

Mrs. Tyson, widow of the late Dr. James Tyson and mother of Neville D. Tyson, of Norristown, recent candidate for the judgeship of the orphans' court, died at her home Shadyside, at Penllyn, last week at an advanced age. In the summer she suffered a severe illness, but had recovered. About two weeks ago she had a paralytic stroke and has failed rapidly since. Several children survive her, among them Neville D., of Montgomery county bar; Robert, of Wyncote, and Mrs. Eleanor Drissler, widow of the late Prof. Drissler, of New York, who has resided with her mother since her husband's death. Mrs. Herman Denckla and Mrs. Francis Bond are granddaughters.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 5, 1901, p. 6. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, James L.

Dr. James L. Tyson, a well-known physician in his day, who also enjoyed wide reputation as a literary man, died Saturday morning at Penllyn, where he has resided many years.

Deceased was past 85 years of age, and he had been in failing health for some time. He spent the latter years of his life in scholarly retirement, after a career of more than ordinary activity as a medical man and an educator in his profession. The Tyson family is one of the oldest in our state. The emigrating ancestor was Rynear Tyson. He met Penn and Barclay in Holland, and as a convert to the faith of Fox sought religious freedom in America. He came from Bristol, England, in 1683, and settled in Germantown. He removed to Abington, this county, and was prominent there. His descendants constitute the American branch of the family.

A son of Rynear Tyson was Henry Tyson, born March 4, 1702, at Germantown, who was the father of James Tyson, born April 4, 1738, at Springfield, this county. His son, Joseph Tyson, born in Philadelphia June 29, 1775, was the father of Dr. James L. Tyson, the subject of our sketch, who was born in Philadelphia Nov. 19, 1813.

He was the youngest and is the last of his generation, his sister, miss Esther F. Tyson, having died at his residence at Penllyn about three years ago, at the advanced age of 87, and his brothers, all of whom were scholarly men and several of them prominent in public life and affairs, were William B., a merchant, of Baltimore; Charles M., for some years prior to his retirement from business a merchant of Philadelphia; Samuel H., a member of the Philadelphia bar; Job R., also a member of the Philadelphia bar, and at the time of his death, about 1859, residing in Whitpain township at his country seat, which was composed of the properties now owned by Thomas Williams, Mrs. Pickering and Mr. Carter, late the estate of Moncure Robinson, deceased; and General J. Washington Tyson, who at the time of his death resided near Ellicott's Mills, in Maryland, upon his estate of "Glenelg," named for an ancestral (on his mother's side) estate in Wales. All died many years ago.

Dr. Tyson was graduated in medicine from the University of Pennsylvania and practiced in Philadelphia for some years. He was one of the originators of and physician to the Wills Eye hospital, Howard hospital and Philadelphia infirmary, and served as professor of material medica in the Philadelphia College of Medicine. During the California gold excitement he had a general hospital in the mountains of that state, and about 1859 removed to Penllyn, where he has ever since resided. He retired from practice some years since. He was an able and fluent medical and political lecturer and a frequent contributor to medical and scientific journals. He was well versed in the classics and had considerable knowledge of the French and Spanish languages, though he did not speak them fluently. He was and had been for many years a member of the Historical society of Pennsylvania and also of other associations, literary and scientific. His wife who survives him, was Caroline Drinker, a daughter of Joseph Drinker, of Burlington, N.J. They had six children, five of whom are living, to wit, Carroll S., of the Philadelphia bar; Herbert B., a retired naval officer; Neville D., of the Norristown bar; Eleanor C., wife of the late Professor Henry Drisler, of Columbia college; and J. Roberts, of Philadelphia, now residing at Wyncote.

The remains were interred in South Laurel Hill cemetery Tuesday afternoon.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, December 15, 1898, p. 4. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Job R.

Hon. Job R. Tyson, another well known Philadelphia, died at his country residence, in Montgomery county, on Sunday last.

[Source: Huntingdon Globe, June 30, 1858, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, Job R.

The death of Hon. Job R. Tyson, another well-known Philadelphia, who died at his country residence, in Montgomery county, yesterday morning about 7 o'clock, after a protracted attack of typhoid fever, will also occasion general regret. There were few more public-spirited citizens than Mr. Tyson. He was devoted heart and soul to the interests of Pennsylvania, and especially to those of this beautiful metropolis. His frequent appeals to our people were manly and forcible, and he did great good by his ardor and his industry. Mr. Tyson was a member of the House of Representatives for the Thirty-fourth Congress and served also in the State Legislature. He died aged about fifty-five.

[Source: Philadelphia Press, June 28, 1858, p. 2. Submitted by Nancy.]

Tyson, John

Tyson, Mrs. Joseph

Tyson, Matthias B.

Funeral at Lower Providence.

The funeral of Matthias B. Tyson, who died suddenly July 15, took place Wednesday afternoon from his late residence, Jeffersonville. Services were held in the Lower Providence Presbyterian church and at the house, conducted by Rev. C.R. Brodhead, the pastor, and Revs. Francis Beidler, Janeway and S.O. Perry. The survivors of the One Hundred and Thirty-Eighth regiment, P.V.V. General Zook Post, No. 11, G.A.R., Shannonville Lodge, No. 360, K. of P., and Beneficial lodge, of Eagleville, attended the funeral in a body. The funeral was very large. The pallbearers were selected from the various organizations with which he was connected. Interment was made in the burying ground adjoining the church. The Lower Providence Presbyterian church choir sang at the grave.

[Source: Ambler Gazette, July 27, 1899, p. 3. Submitted by Nancy.]