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Show DEATH CALLS DEVOTED WIPE OF ARCHIE D. WALLIS Mary Augusta Smith Wallis passed away from this life on Friday, May 15, 1925, at 5:30 p. m. following an operation of a very serious nature. She was taken seriously ill on the night of the Sth inst. and on the next day an operation, which was imperative, impera-tive, was performed at the local hospital. hos-pital. Previous to the operation she had lost considerable blood through internal hemorrhage and it was realized real-ized that her condition was critical. However, she appeared to give promise prom-ise of recovery until pneumonia of the right lung set in which she had not strength to resist. She rallied somewhat on Friday morning and until afternoon hopes were held out that she might pull through, but it was not to be and she passed into eternity surrounded by those near and dear to her. No earthly effort was spared that would have kept her here. Skilful surgeons gave of their best, and Miss Mary Whitehurst and other nurses could not have been more devoted to their nearest of kin. Mary A. S. Wallis was born at Leigh, Fremont Co., Idaho, April 20, 1900, a daughter of Don G. A. and Nancy G. Homer Smith. The family left the Teton Basin in 1912 for Blackfoot, where Mary stayed until August, 1917, when she came to St. George, the family coming down the following December. She attended the Dixie college for three years, then was employed in The News office of-fice as linotype operator for four years. It was while thus employed that a warm attachment erew between her and her future husband, Archie D. Wallis, a son of the editor who is the composing room foreman on this paper. This attachment ripened in love that was of the most devoted nature na-ture on both sides and they were married on January 12, 1923, in the St. George temple. A son was born to them and their happiness seemed complete until they were called upon to part with their darling child on Sept. 6, 1924, when he was just nine months and two days old. Mary continued to work at The News office for some time after her marriage and at intervals since, the last time being the very week she was taken ill. Conscientious and dutiful in all things', she was loyal and faithful in her work and could always be depended de-pended upon. She took a delight in work for the Church organizations and was secretary of the East Ward Y. L. M. I. A. for three years, a Sun-Idsiv Sun-Idsiv School teacher for several years. and a few weeks before her death was appointed a Primary Assn. teacher. In all of those positions she earned the love and esteem of her coworkers through her steadfastness and devotion devo-tion to duty. She was a sweet, pure, lovable young woman, highly esteemed by all who knew her. She was devoted to her religion and her reward for life well spent on earth is assured. Funeral Services Funeral services were held in the Stake tabernacle at 3 p. m. Monday, conducted by Bishop F. G. Miles. It had been the intention to hold funeral funer-al services Sunday afternoon, but the eldest brother of deceased was unable to gt through from Idaho until Monday Mon-day so the services were postponed. There was a wonderful showing of ; beautiful flowers, among them a j beautiful wreath of white wax flow ers with the name "Mary" in gold letters across it from the Primary Assn., another of white rose buds in form of the boy scout emblem from Troop One boy scouts of which Archie Wallis is assistant leader, and many others. There was a very-large very-large attendance of sympathizing friends. The speakers were Elder John H. Cottam, Sister Zora Jarvis, Elders D. H. Morris, Geo. Brooks, Jr., B. Jarvis, Jar-vis, Jr., Pres. Thos. P. Cottam and Bishop Miles. The musical numbers "Nearer My God to Thee," male quartet; "Jesus, Lover of My Soul," mixed quartet; "She Shall Wake Again in the Presence of the Living God." male quartet; and "In The Sweet Bye and Bye," mixed quartet. The opening prayer was by Elder Arthur F. Miles; closing prayer by Elder George E. Miles. Elder J. H. Cottam said in part that grief brings the people closer together. to-gether. Death is only a step into a new life where we take up our labors in the next world. Sister Mary is new wifh hpv child and reioicine. Sister Zora Jarvis told of the departed de-parted sister's assistance in M. I. A. work. Paid a high tribute to her realiability and said she never failed and believed in doing her duty fully. She will live in our hearts; she had good judgment and was always full of sympathy; I loved her. Asked the spirit to be with her husband and parents. Elder D. H. Morris told of the friendship existing between his family fam-ily and the bereaved families. Mary and her husband had been members of my Sunday School class, and they were devoted in serving the Lord. Their fidelity is not to be questioned. Our sympathy went out to Archie and Mary when they were called upon to part with their child, and our sympatic sympa-tic muc nut tn Archie now. The - Lord has revealed to us His plan; by obeying His laws we are sure of celestial glory in the next life; there is rejoicing in the spirit world when one goes there who has proven true in this life. I feel no sorrow for Mary; she has done everything nobly; there is no question about her life here, and no question about her reward; what more can we ask; her future happiness is perfect. Those who are left are the ones who need our sympathy; if we will turn our hearts to God we are sure of His comfort; He knows best; He understands under-stands why He takes our loved ones; give Him credit for doing all things well; ask Him for comfort and consolation con-solation and He will not refuse it. Elder Brooks said the bereaved families had been neighbors of his family and he knew of the devotion of Archie and Mary for each other. Spoke of the supreme sacrifice made .-,1 - i J J. tUn,.aFrr1. Dy jeSUS IIIISL SHU comfort for Bro. Wallis. He knew of the pure, sweet life laid down by Sister Wallis and his sympathy was extended to the bereaved ones. This large congregation made up of representatives repre-sentatives from nearly every family in town shows our love and sympathy. sympa-thy. Elder Jarvis said he had been very closely associated with these families on both sides and closely associated with the boys; knew their lives and that what had been said of them was true. There was a busy life on the other side; Mary was absolutely prepared pre-pared for passing beyond; she was pure and sweet and was wanted there. Pres. Cottam referred to the beautiful beau-tiful music we had just heard and the effect of David's music on Saul. The last song sung here is true; our clear sister's spirit has gone home. She was born of noble parents Bro. .... , .ri.-l rmlllll, .Willy rtda tx iwuiif, a dear wife and mother. All this is for a wise purpose, our Father knows. This girl will come forth in all her lovliness. Archie, her sweet child with her. Prayed the blessings of God on the bereaved to comfort their hearts and give them courage. Bishop Miles said he could truly endorse all of the good things said of the departed sister; knew her to be true and knew her worth by her works; she was faithful to her duties and devoted to the gospel. I'.ro. Smith and his dear wife were devoted devot-ed Saints. Archie is very faithful, and I want to say the same for his brother Alan; they are devoted and faithful to every duty asked of them. This dear sister is sure of her reward, and if Archie continues faithful they are sure of their inheritance; I know of none more entitled to this inheritance inherit-ance than her. My heart goes out in sympathy to Archie; I know his faithfulness to the gospel. Prayed God's blessings on those bereaved. Interment was made in city cemetery, ceme-tery, the grave being dedicated by Elder W. G. Hopkins. The grave and the grave of her little son beside her was completely hid with a profusion profu-sion of beautiful flowers. |