Mary Clarke Warren, daughter of Asa and Hannah Clawson Clarke, was born September 20, 1833, in Canisteo, and died at her home near Alfred Station, April 5, 1909.
Mrs. Warren was baptized in the year of 1859 by the Rev. N. V. Hull and united with the First Alfred Seventh-day Baptist Church, where throughout her life she held her membership, living a consistent Christian life. On November 21, 1850, she was united in marriage to Albert Warren, with whom she has lived a long and happy life, and who is left to mourn her loss. To them were born three children, only one of whom grew to years of maturity. This daughter, Mrs. Melville Niles, has been an almost inseparable companion to her mother.
Mrs. Warren was retiring and modest, greatly enjoying the quiet of her home life. Here she was best known and loved, although universally loved and respected. As a neighbor she was helpful and kind, and was held in high regard by those meeting with her in daily life. In the home she was gentle, patient, and devoted to the interests of her own loved ones. Her influence was sweet and uplifting, and her virtues were those of a consecrated Christian woman. She leaves to mourn their loss, besides her immediate family, one brother living in Texas, and one sister living in Hornell, with a large circle of friends and relatives. The beautiful flowers laid on the casket, the many ministrations of friends and neighbors show the love and esteem in which she was held.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. E. D. Van Horn from her late home on Thursday, April 8, and the body was laid to rest in the Alfred Cemetery.
E. D. V. H.
