Obituary of John Durham Carroll -- 1885

Transcribed by Jackie Purdy

JOHN DURHAM CARROLL
3 Jan. 1809 to 23 Mar. 1885

“Biblical Recorder”

Magnolia, Duplin Co., North Carolina

     This eminent servant of God died suddenly at his home, near Magnolia on the evening
of March 23.  He was in his 76th.year, and had for some years in feeble health, and daily
expecting the summons. Bro. Carroll was born Jan. 3, 1809. He professed faith in Christ, 
August, 1830 and was baptized into the fellowship of Beaver Dam Church, by Rev. George 
W. Huffham.  He remained a member of this church during all his life; most of the time 
filling, well and faithfully, the office of deacon.  Bro. Carroll was one of the first subscribers
of the “BIBICAL RECORDER” and received every number published from the first copy
issued to the copy of 18th March. He was one of the paper’s best and strongest friends
and supporters.

     During all our brother’s long and useful life he was beloved and honored by all who knew
him.  No stain ever rested upon his name.  He lived and died a shining light, illustrating the
religion of the New Testament in dealing with his fellow man. The day before he died he 
spent reading the Scripture and prayer.  Bro. Carroll had for some time dreaded the possibility 
of a lingering sickness, and had doubtless often prayed that he might die suddenly and before
he became helpless.  His prayers were answered.  Suddenly and without a moment of pain, 
while surrounded by his Dear ones, and in the presence of the dear wife, who had walked
hand in and with him for fifty-three years, his gentle spirit winged its way to heaven, and the
weary pilgrim entered into rest.

     Our brother was signally favored in life.  Possessed of ample means he lived the quiet
honorable life of a farmer, helping every worthy cause and ministering freely of his section.
The Lord prospered him and his in a high degree.  His seven children attended the funeral
services and four of his sons bore his remains to the grave, which was tenderly filled by the
old family servants who loved him.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. M.
Kennedy, of Magnolia.





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