WILLIAM R. GREENMAN died November 2, 1888. Son of Jesse M. and Elizabeth R. Greenman, who were among the early settlers of this county. Born January 11, 1834 in Hebron Township, Potter County, PA. Died at the home of his birth where he had always lived. Often said the time when he ought to have been in school was spent in providing necessaries for the family. When he was twelve, he gave his heart to Christ and joined the Seventh Day Baptist Church of Hebron.
February 20, 1858 married Harriet A. Lent who survives him. One son and two daughters. Man of few words and careful judgment. In addition to his labors as farmer and lumberman, he was almost constantly in the service in the town which he lived, being looked upon as a leader. Was elected commissioner in 1879. The day before he died he worked in the field until four o’clock, became tired, went to house and rested, then did his chores. Restless until midnight, then seemed to rest well. Arose at six and was persuaded by wife to rest till breakfast was ready. In about five minutes she saw him roll toward front of bed and went to him. He was unconscious and died almost immediately.
Funeral at the home, November 4, by Rev. Jared Kenyon, of Independence, NY. Text, James 4:14, “What is Your Life?”
