Obituary of H. B. SMITH
Transcribed and contributed by Gerri Williams, 15 May 2006.
The Pleasanton Herald
Friday, Aug. 12, 1887
Obituary - SMITH - At El Dorado Springs, MO., on Sunday, Aug. 7, 1887, at 3 o'clock, of inflammation of the bladder, H.B. Smith, aged 65 years and seven months.
Deceased was born in Virginia, December 31, 1821. At the age of two years his parents moved to Belmont county, Ohio. January 14, 1838, he was married to Miss Dortha Sutton, who survives him. In 1869 they moved to Bates county, Mo., where they resided five years, when they located in Pleasanton, where they have resided ever since. Nine children have been born to the, five of whom are living. Deceased was in El Dorado Springs in hopes that he might regain his failing health. His remains were brought to Pleasanton on Monday morning, and at 4 o'clock p.m., the funeral services were held at the residence, Rev. J.E. Whitman officiating. After which the remains were interred in the Pleasanton cemetery. Mr. Smith was a good citizen, and his death is mourned by a host of friends.
