French, Emily J. (Wright)

Emily J. French
Feb. 14, 1838-Jan. 30, 1910

Mrs. John W. French removed

Death’s sting has taken on held in Highest of Esteem.

The death of Mrs. J.W. French occurred last evening at 7:25 o’clock Jan. 30, 1910, at the home of her son, Frank J. French, Fifth and Main Streets, from paralysis.  Her age was 71 years, 11 months and 15 days. Mrs. French was born at Deep River, Conn., and was married Oct. 13, 1856.  Her maiden name was Emily J. Wright.

Mr. French first started the paper business at Three Rivers. Previous to that he taught school in Connecticut.  From 1856 to 1905 Mr. French resided at Three Rivers and continued in business. Coming to Niles in 1905 he caused to be constructed a palatial residence at Fifth and Main streets, thereby adding materially to the beauty of our city.  Mr. French passed away in March 1907.  Since then, Mrs. French declined in heath. The end came peacefully. The city of Niles and its hospitable people held a warm corner in her heart. It was her the happiest days of her life were spent and when her last hours came and the god of eternity called her to her everlasting rest. It was her desire that beneath the shade trees of our Silent city, surrounded by the beauty, happiness and contentment of our people, where the flowers are sweetest and the birds warble their most melodious songs, should be the eternal abiding place of all that was mortal of her. She was ever a staunch Baptist. Mrs. French had always taken part in musicals, and in that line her ability was far above the average.  She was fond of painting and needle work, her deft fingers producing many choice specimens in either line.  Of the sweetest disposition, every one was her friends. While she has gone from the sense, the conflicts, the sorrows and pleasures of life, she will still live in the hearts of those who knew her best. The children are Willard W., Frank J. and Joseph Edward French, all residing in Niles. Besides, there are seven grandchildren, all living here except, J.W. Millard, who resides in Chicago. The funeral will take place from the house Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. Interment in the family lot at Silverbrook Cemetery.