  
Bonham News Nov. 4 1892 "Trenton" column Mr. Joe Worden Died, at his residence near Pilot Grove, on Oct. 24th, Mr. Joe Worden, in his 66th year. He came to Texas in 1844 with his father. His remains were taken through the portals of that home where he had ruled as husband, Father and friend, and laid in the Pilot Grove Cemetery. Eld. J.W. Connelly conducted the funeral services. The moon and stars will bathe the lap of earth with mellow light; the night birds will chant their songs unrestrained above his head, while he sleeps the sleep of death. The Whitewright Sun Thursday, June 17, 1926 pg.1 Mrs. Caroline Worden, aged 88, died at her home south of town Tuesday following a 9 weeks illness. She was born near Calhoun, Georgia, January 10, 1838 and came to Texas with her parents more than 70 years ago. She was married to Joe A. Worden in 1855 and resided near Tom Bean for several years before moving to the community south of town, where she made her home for 61 years. The deceased was the mother of 7 children, 5 of whom survive. They are T.C. Worden and Mrs. Edna Windle, who live at the old homestead; Mrs. Josie Long, Greenville; Alvin Worden, Robstown; and Walter Worden, Dallas. The funeral service was held at the Bethel Baptist Church this Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock and was conducted by Rev. Old Pilot Grove Cemetery Susan Hawkins © 2024 If you find any of Grayson CountyTXGenWeb links inoperable, please send me a message. |
