Obituary

The following sketch written by a neighbor and friend was read at the service:

James Luther Alley was born near Indian Valley, Va., on April 6, 1861, and passed away at Anthony, Kansas, on September 25, 1943, at the age of 82 years, five months and 19 days. At the age of 16 he moved with his parents from Floyd County, Va., to Shady Grove, Jefferson County, Tenn., and continued to live there until 1902.

On May 12, 1888, he was united in marriage with Sarah L. Hinkle, of Jefferson County, Tenn., and to this union four sons and four daughters were born. One son, David, died in infancy.

In 1902 Mr. Alley and his family moved to Manchester, Okla., and from there to Comanche County in 1906, where he lived until his death.

He was converted at the age of 28 and joined the Methodist church at Shady Grove, Tenn.

Left to mourn his passing are his wife, Mrs. J. L. Alley, his seven children; Mrs. Neal White, Mrs. Charley Brown, Miss Maude Alley, Mrs. Delbert Kerr, and Paris, Orville and Lester Alley; a sister Mrs. Mary Thompson of Nederland, Texas, a niece, Mrs. Jake Lemon of Coldwater, 20 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Mr. Alley was a good neighbor and friend, always ready and anxious to lend a helping hand. He was greatly concerned about his family and enjoyed having them all near him. His life as a Christian has been an inspiration to many and his passing leaves a place not easily filled. We shall miss him, but we shall know he is enjoying a well earned rest.