Harriet (Gephart) Gray
Sept. 11, 1832-Dec. 24, 1918
Niles Daily Sun, Tuesday, December 24, 1918, page 1, col. 7, microfilm Niles District Library
DEATH CLAIM PIONEER RESIDENT
Mrs. William B. Grey Had Lived in Niles About 70 Years
Death removed a pioneer resident of Niles this morning at an early hour when Mrs. Harriett Grey, widow of William Bartley Grey, passed peacefully away at her home, 302 Sycamore street. Mrs. Grey had been an invalid for the past six years. Since last August Mrs. Grey has been confined to her bed.
Mrs. Grey was born in Miamisburg, O., 86 years ago last September. Her maiden mane was Harriett Gephart. She had resided in Niles for about 70 years. Most of her married life has been passed in the home on the courner of Sycamore and Third street, graciously dispensing hospitality to friend and stranger alike. Mr. Grey's death occurred about 33 years ago. Mrs. Grey is survived by one daughter, Miss Kate Grey, who has deemed it a privilege to devote her llfe almost exclusive to all other interests to her mother's care.
The funeral services will probably be held on Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Grey was one of the oldest members of Trinity Episcopal church and until her health failed, was active in its work.
Niles Daily Star, Tuesday, December 24, 1918, page 4, col. 4, microfilm Niles District Library
MRS. BARTLEY GRAY, NILES' OLDEST RESIDENT, DIED TODAY
Mrs. Bartley Gray, the oldest resident of Niles, died at her home, 302 Sycamore street, at 2:30 o'clock this morning, after an illness with bronchial trouble which covered a period of six years. Mrs. Gray had been bedridden since a year ago last August.
She was born in Miamisburg, Ohio, 86 years ago and had lived in this city continuously for over 65 years.
Mrs. Gray was one of those dear old women whom everyone loved. Her departure is regretted by the community. She is survived by one daughter, Miss Kate Gray.
Funeral will take place from the residence Thursday afternoon, the exact hour not having been set.
Friends are requested to omit flowers.