OBITUARY OF MRS. JENETTE MCCARTY

Mrs. Jenette Smith McCarty was born in Chloratta, N.Y., June 27, 1850, and passed away at Greenwood, Clark County, Wis., April 16, 1928, having reached the age of 77 years, 9 months and 19 days.

Her life was an eventful one. In infancy she came with her parents from the state of New York to Jefferson County, Wis., where for some years they experienced the joys and hardships of the pioneer life. In her early girlhood she migrated with her parents to the state of Minnesota, making the journey with an ox team, spending many weeks on the road and getting many thrills out of the journey. On arriving at their destination they again had the experiences of the pioneer, passing through the threatened uprising of the Indians, having to leave their home for a time and seeking safety in a nearby town.

Some years later they again moved to Wisconsin, settling in Clark County, where on Jan. 1, 1872, she was united in marriage to John McCarty, who preceded her in death, June 19, 1927. Soon after their marriage they made they home at Longwood where they have resided the greater part of their lives, again passing thru the experiences of the pioneer.

Mrs. McCarty was a kind and loving wife and mother. During her last sickness she was patient and uncomplaining, always thinking of others, her great concern being for her family and her friends. She felt very keenly the loss of Mr. McCarty.

Her faith in her God was steadfast. She had a desire to live and yet was reconciled to depart.

She leaves to mourn her loss, two sons, Almon of Longwood and Haskell of Rock Island, Ill., and one daughter, Mrs. Dora Bowen of Shortville, Wis., also ten grandchildren and many friends.

Funeral services were held from the local M.E. Church last Wednesday afternoon, Rev. D.S. Householder officiating. The body was laid to rest in the Greenwood Cemetery.

Source: Greenwood Gleaner 4/26/1928