Obituary – Mrs. Mary Fowler
East Liverpool Crisis
17,May,1897
Contributed by Cheryl Ayres
DEATHS OF A DAY
Mrs. Mary Fowler
Mrs. Mary Fowler, who was stricken with paralysis at the home of her son, Charles Fowler, of Sixth Street, Friday morning lingered until a few minutes past 11 o’clock, Saturday evening and then passed away.
Deceased suffered greatly. She never spoke after being stricken down.
Three years ago, Mrs. Fowler suffered a slight attack of paralysis, which was followed by another about a year since. Prior to the final stroke, though an invalid, Mrs. Fowler was able to help herself.
Deceased was 66 years old, and was born in Hancock county, W. Va. The greater portion of her life was spent in this section. Her husband has been dead more than two decades.
Six children are left–Charles,Samuel,Zadoc,Belle,Mrs. Sarah Paully and Mrs. Maria Weaver. The latter named lady resides in Covington,Ky.; the other members of the family live in East Liverpool.
Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Hastings, of Toronto, at the late home at Avondale and Minerva streets, to-morrow afternoon at 1 o’clock.
Mrs. Fowler was a member of the M.E. church. Deceased was held in high esteem by all who knew her.
Interment will be in Spring Grove cemetery.
Note: Wife of Jacob Fowler.