Joseph P. Marston
1842-Aug. 20, 1885
Niles Democrat, Saturday, August 22, 1885, page 5, col. 4, microfilm Niles District Library
Death of Joseph P. Marston
Joseph P. Marston died at his home in West Niles at 10 o'clock Wednesday forenoon, after a long illness, aged 43 years.--Marston was born in Boston, Mass., but the greater part of his life was spent in this city where he made many friends who truly regret his death and extend heartfelt sympathy to his afflicted family. He had an extended acquaintance outside of his home circle, having traveled extensively, and was much esteemed for his frank and genial manners and his always pleasant and social qualities. Although it had been evident for some time that his days were rapidly drawing to a close he bore his sickness with much fortitude and calmness, and his last hours were soothed by the devoted attention of a loving wife, a fond mother and other near relatives who were unceasing in their care and kindness. But love could not stay the hand of disease and his form is wrapped in the mantle of death which awaits us all.
The funeral will take place on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, and will be in charge of Niles Council No. 628, Royal Arcanum, of which order he was a member.
Niles Mirror, Wednesday, August 28, 1885, page 4, col. 1, microfilm Niles District Library
JOSEPH P. MARSTON
Who had been confined to the house for several months, died of bronchial consumption at the home of his mother, on Thursday, August 20, aged 40 years.
The deceased was born at Boston, Mass., and cane to Niles in 1856. In 1870 he was united in marriage to Miss Annie Peak, who, with four young sons, now mourns his loss.
For years past Mr. Marston has acted either as manager or advance agent for some of the best traveling organizations in the country, and in that capacity evinced such executive ability that his services were constantly in demand. He was widely known and esteemed for his generous attributes and fine social qualities.
During his long illnes[sic] he was tenderly cared for by a devoted wife, a loving mother, brothers and sisters. The funeral services were held at the Episcopal church Sunday afternoon, Rev. C.C. Tate officiating. The Royal Arcanum, of which the deceased was a member, turned out in a body, and the funeral was one of the largest and most imposing ever witnessed in Niles. The long procession was headed by the Royal Arcanum Band, which discoursed sweetly, solemn music on the way to the cemetery. After the reading of the touchingly beautiful service of the order, the remains of Brother "Joe." P. Marston were laid to rest, The heartfelt sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved family in this hour of affliction.
