In the town of Adams, N. Y., May 31, 1911, William DeFrance Greene, in the seventieth year of his age.
Mr. Greene was the son of Paul and Hannah Jones Greene, and was born in the town of Adams, July 2, 1841. He was one of a family of twelve children, two of whom are now left. He was baptized and united with the Adams Center Seventh Day Baptist Church, February 16, 1856. He was married to Dora A. Maxson, June 1, 1864. She passed on July 11, 1884, leaving two children - a son and a daughter - both of whom were present at the close of their father's life and at the funeral. Mr. Greene was married to Emma Hull, June 29, 1886. She has shared his lot and has been to him a faithful assistant and loving nurse through the months of his decline and growing weakness.
Mr. Greene was an active member of the church during the years of his life, filling many places of trust. He was a county official for nearly twenty years, and will be greatly missed in his various relations. Burial services were held from the late home, conducted by the pastor, who spoke from Phil. i, 21. E. A. W.
