MONROE -- Samuel A. Monroe departed this life May 9, 1916 at his late residence, 217 W. Biddle street. He bore his afflictions with Christian fortitude, waiting patiently to hear his Master's voice.

 

When God called he answered

Yes Lord here I am

Then the chariot was lowered

And he rose to the sky

 

Bright throngs at the portals

As the gates opened wide

Sang aloud their hosannas

As his soul passed inside.

 

Twas so hard to lose him

But Jesus will guide

When troubles assail

Neath his wing we can hide

 

We trust him faithfully

And soon he will say

Come rest with thy loved one

Through one endless day

 

His funeral took place from the 1st Independent A.M.E. Church, corner Orchard and Tessier streets, Friday, May 12th at 2 o'clock, Rev. L. C. Curtic officiating. Interment was in Mt. Auburn Cemetery.