John Morton Green, son of William B. and Caroline Clarke Green, was born on the farm now occupied by his son, November 29, 1856, and died at his late home in Independence, N. Y., November 1, 1916.
December 4, 1878, he was married to Miss Addie Livermore and to them were born three sons, - Clayton, Albert and William. These remain to cherish the memory of a loving and devoted father. He is survived by his wife, three sons, and one sister, - Mrs. G. H. F. Randolph, of Berea, W. Va. One sister, Jennie, died in childhood.
When a young boy, in the pastorate of Rev. Jared Kenyon, he united with the Independence Seventh Day Baptist Church, of which he remained a loyal and useful member until called to the life beyond. For many years he has been a faithful and efficient trustee of the local church, and to the duties of his office he has given much of his personal service, often at no little sacrifice of time and effort.
He was a man of strong convictions and will, helpful and generous to those in need. He was large-hearted. He looked on the bright side of life and was kindly and sympathetic in his judgment of others. As a Sabbath-School teacher, trustee of the church, citizen, neighbor, and friend he has left a lasting impression on the community in which he has so long lived.
The large number of people in attendance at the farewell services held in the church at Independence, on November 4, and conducted by his pastor, Rev. Walter L. Greene, witnessed to the universal esteem and respect in which he was held.
W. L. G.
