The  Shelbyville  News
 Friday, September 15, 2006
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Florence M. Jessup Barnard, 87, of Connersville, former resident of Rushville and Milroy, died Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006, at Fayette Memorial Hospital in Connersville.
Moster & Cox Mortuary, 334 N. Main St. in Rushville.
Burial:  East Hill Cemetery in Rushville.
Summarized by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The  Rushville  Republican
 Thursday, September 14, 2006
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          Florence M. Jenkins-Jessup Barnard, 87, of Connersville and formerly of Milroy and Rushville, died Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006 at Fayette Memorial Hospital.  Born July 23, 1919 in Rushville, she was the daughter of  Tilford and May (Hampton) Jenkins, both deceased.  She married  Chester E. Jessup Sr. March 6, 1937; he preceded her in death March 25, 1978.  She married  Gale Barnard Sr. Dec. 23, 1983; he preceded her in death Dec. 21, 2001.
          Mrs. Barnard lived in Milroy from 1963 to 1982; prior to and after that she lived in Rushville before moving to Connersville in 2002.  She worked as a clerk at G.C. Murphy in Greensburg from 1963 to 1971.  She worked at Val Discount in Rushville from 1971 to 1983.  She was a member of Main Street Christian Church in Rushville for more than 40 years.
          Survivors include one son,  Chester “Chuck” Jessup Jr. of Milroy; four daughters,  Virginia (Mrs. Bill) Frazier  of Leesburg, Fla.,  Carolyn (Mrs. David) Morris  of Connersville,  Janet (Mrs. Joseph) Daniels  of McDonough, Ga., and  Sandra (Mrs. William) Kirsch  of Westfield; two stepsons,  Gale Barnard Jr.  of New Castle and  Phillip Barnard  of Beech Grove; two stepdaughters,  Peggy (Mrs. Richard) Richardson  and  Mary Ann (Mrs. Christopher) Miller, both of Rushville; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren; and special friend, Margaret Swegman.
          Besides her parents and husbands she was preceded in death by one infant son and one grandson.
          Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Moster & Cox Mortuary in Rushville with Pastor Eugene Spicer officiating. Burial will follow in Rushville’s East Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the mortuary.
          Memorial contributions are requested to the Diabetes Association, the Arthritis Foundation or to Fayette County Transit, 477 N. Grand Ave., Connersville, IN 46331.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


Obituary
 Todd Funeral Home
Rushville, Indiana
Gale B. Barnard
( 1923 - 2001 )
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          Gale B. Barnard, 78, of Rushville passed away DEC 21, 2001 at Henry County Hospital.
          Born May 15, 1923 in Rush County, he was the son of  Benjamin and  Angelina VanNatta Barnard.  In 1944 he married  Ann Jarboe  and she preceded him in death in 1981.  He married  Florence Jenkins Jessup  in 1983 and she survives.
          Mr. Barnard was a truck driver for Schnadig Corporation for 37 years.  He was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church and a lifetime member of Teamsters Local #135.
          Survivors include:  Wife  Florence of Rushville; 2 sons  Gail Barnard Jr. of New Castle and  Phillip Barnard  of Beech Grove; 1 step son  Chester Jessup Jr.  of Milroy; 2 daughters  Peggy Richardson  of Rushville and  Mary Ann (Mrs. Chris) Miller  of Rushville; 4 step daughters  Virginia (Mrs. Bill) Frazier  of Leesburg, FL, Carolyn (Mrs. David) Morris of Connersville, Janet (Mrs. Joseph) Daniels of McDonough, Gerogia, and  Sandra (Mrs. William) Kirsch  of Westfield; 1 brother  Wilbur Barnard  of Rushville; 2 sisters  Agnes Swinford  of Greenfield, IN,  Mable (Mrs. Roy) Lee  of Rushville.
          6 grandchildren, 13 step grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and 17 step great grandchildren; 3 step great great grandchildren also survive.
          He was preceded in death by 1 step son, 4 brothers, and 3 sisters.
          Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Rushville.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


The  Shelbyville  News
 October 8, 2001
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William C. Barnard  of Indianapolis, a Shelbyville native, died Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001.
Born in Shelbyville.
Survived by his [second] wife, Lynne;  five children,  Laura Barnard,  David Shapiro-Barnard,  Peter Barnard,  Sarah Barnard  and  Elizabeth Barnard.
Bachelor of arts degree cum laude from Princeton University in 1958.
Focused his practice on complex business litigation, environmental litigation and antitrust and securities law.
Fellow to the International Society of Barristers.
He belonged to Meridian Hills Country Club, the Columbia Club and the Lawyers Club. Crown Hill Funeral Home, Indianapolis.
Funeral St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Indianapolis.
Contributed and summarized by Phyllis Miller Fleming


The Indianapolis Star
 October 6, 2001
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William C. Barnard, 65, was renowned trial attorney
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          Services for William C. Barnard, 65, Indianapolis, a founding partner of the Indianapolis-based law firm of Sommer & Barnard PC, will be at 11 a.m. Oct. 9 in St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Calling will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 8 in Crown Hill Funeral Home.
          He died Oct. 4.
          Known for his work on complex business and environmental litigation and antitrust and securities law, Mr. Barnard played a prominent role in some of the more highly-publicized Indiana court cases over the past three decades.
His first major case in private practice was representing the American Basketball Association and its members, including the Indiana Pacers, in its antitrust case against the National Basketball Association.
          Mr. Barnard also was co-lead counsel for plaintiffs in the Public Service Indiana securities litigation, which grew out of the closing of the Marble Hill nuclear generating facility.
          Most recently, he was co-lead counsel for plaintiffs in a national class action against international oil company Atlantic Richfield Co., where a judgment of $63 million was entered after a jury verdict for the plaintiffs.
          Over the years, Mr. Barnard had been involved in a number of class actions in the antitrust area, and he successfully represented plaintiffs against the gypsum, plywood and cement industries. He also successfully defended a number of local and national antitrust and securities class actions.
          His work with the ABA case led to a partnership with  James K. Sommer  in 1969. Today, the firm has 59 attorneys.
          "Bill's abrupt and unexpected passing fills me with a deep sense of loss, both personally and professionally," said Sommer. "He was not only a close friend but a valued colleague whose legal knowledge and courtroom skills were unsurpassed. His death leaves an enormous void."
          A 1958 cum laude graduate of Princeton University, Mr. Barnard received his law degree from the University of Michigan in 1961. He was a member of Cap and Gown of Princeton and Phi Delta Phi fraternity.
After law school, he was a deputy attorney general for the state of Indiana for three years, and then was an attorney for Eli Lilly and Co. for four years.
          Listed in The Best Lawyers in America and Who's Who in American Law, he was elected a fellow to the International Society of Barristers, an honor society with a membership limited to 600 outstanding trial lawyers chosen by their peers.
          "Bill Barnard was the consummate legal professional," said partner and friend Edward W. Harris. "His reputation extended far beyond Indianapolis and Indiana, attested to by his election to the International Society of Barristers. Working with him and being his friend were both wonderful experiences."
          Mr. Barnard had been admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and the Federal Court of Appeals for the Fifth, Seventh, Ninth and Federal circuits. He was a member of the Indianapolis, Indiana State, Seventh Circuit and American Bar associations.
          He also was a member of Meridian Hills Country Club, Columbia Club and Lawyers Club.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or Park Tudor School.
Survivors:  wife Lynne Whyte Barnard,  children  Laura,  David,  Peter,  Sarah,  Elizabeth;  six grandchildren.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


The  Shelbyville  News
 June 5, 1961
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J[ohn] Paul Barnard, 49, Indianapolis, died Sunday, June 4, 1961, Hillcrest Country Club.
Partner in the Indianapolis law firm of  Fansler, Fauve, Dengus and Barnard.
Residence:  25 E. Westfield Boulevard, Idianapolis.  Lived in Shelbyville before moving to Indianapolis.
First lieutenant in the U. S. Navy, WWII.
Shelbyville's city attorney throughout the administrations of Mayor Harold F. Pickett and three years of  Mayor Philip H. Banawitz, 1943-1954.
Active in Republican politics.
Active in beginning the Shelby County United Fund (SCUFFY).
Member of the First Presbyterian Church, Shelbyville.
Graduated from Shelbyville High School, DePauw University and Indiana University Law School.
Member of the Shelby County Bar Association (past president), the Indiana State Bar Association, the Shelbyville Elks Lodge, Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, the Columbia Club of Indianapolis and Meridian Hills County Club.
Former golf champion of the former Blue River Elks Club, Shelbyville.
Born March 20, 1912  in Manilla, Rush County, s/o  Dr. Roy F[rench] Barnard  and  Minnie [Schliessmann] Barnard.
Married  Betty White  on November 15, 1933; she died February 13, 1951.
Surviving:  son, William C[onley] Barnard, University of Michigan Law School;  daughter, Miss Margaret Barnard, Stephens College, Columbia, Missouri;  sister, Mrs. John Fleming, Shelbyville;  grandchild, Laura Clark Barnard.
Ewing Mortuary with Rev. Ronald E. Feity officiating.
Burial:  Forest Hill Cemetery.
Contributions:  Heart Fund.
Summarized by Phyllis Miller Fleming


A  Central  Indiana  Newspaper
 undated clipping
Page 8
Circa 1955
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Elwood Barnard,
Prominent Indiana Mason, Succumbs
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          Greenfield, Ind., Jan. 29 (Spl.) --- Elwood Barnard, 86 years old, a prominent Indiana Mason, died at his home here, today after a brief illness.
          Born on a farm in Green Township, Hancock County, he resided there until a year ago when he came to Greenfield.
          He served as grand inspector general of Knight Templar of Grand Commandery of Indiana 18 years, was a past high priest of Royal Arch Chapter of Pendelton, was a member of Red Cross of Constantine, and also was a member of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Indianapolis.
          HE  WAS  THE  only 3d degree Mason in Hancock County, having received the degree Sept. 19, 1922.  Two years ago the Greenfield lodge honored him by handing his portrait in the local temple.
          Mr. and Mrs. Barnard and their five children were musicians and in the 1890s they were members of the Redpath and Chautauqua circuits.  Often headlining chautauqua programs in this work took them from coast to coast until fhey abandoned it in 1915.
          Mr. Barnard operated a sorghum factory at his farm for more than 50 years.  He was a member of the Friends Church.
          FUNERAL  services will be held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon in the Bradley Methodist Church with the Rev. Fred Williams of Lafayette, officiating.  Masonic rites will be conducted.  Burial will be in Park Cemetery.
          Survivors included his widow, Mrs. Ola Barnard;  four daughters,  Mrs. Ethel Day,  Greenfield;  Mrs. Olive Ayres,  Los Angeles, Cal.;  Mrs. Helen Lougher  and  Mrs. Anna Fitzgerald,  both of Indianapolis, and a son,  Robert Barnard  of R.R. 5, Greenfield.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


A  Central  Indiana  Newspaper
 undated clipping
Circa 1952
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BARNARD -- Glenn R.,  2455 Shelby St., Apt. 2 entered into rest Sunday, age 40 years, husband of  Rose, father of  Jean,  David  and  Danny, son of  Omar,  brother of  David I.,  Kenneth S.  and Perry L. Barnard.  Services Wednesday, 1 p.m. at Harry W. Moore Peace Chapel, 2050 E. Michigan St.  Friends welcome.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


The  Indianapolis  News
 undated clipping
Circa 1952
G. R. Barnard Dead at 40
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          Services for  Glenn R. Barnard, 40, grocery manager who died Sunday of a heart attack in his home, 2455 Shelby, Apartment 2, will be at 1p.m. tomorrow in Harry W. Moore Peace Chapel, with burial in Washington Park Cemetery.
          Only two weeks ago, Mr. Barnard had become manager of the Standard Grocery at 3210 E. 10th.  Previously he had been associated with the Kroger Grocery Co, seven years, and of that time was manager of the store at 1201 Prospect the last two years.  He had previously been manager of a Kroger Store at Belmont and Washington.  Before going with Kroger, he had been employed by the A&P Co.
          Born at Fargo, ND, Mr. Barnard had lived here 31 years, and was a graduate of Technical High School.  Of husky build, he was constantly cheerful and a favorite among his fellow employees.  Fond of singing, he was something of an amateur vocalist and often in demand at social affairs.  Also fond of sports, he played golf.
          Survivors are the widow,  Rose Barnard; a daughter, Jean Barnard, and two sons,  David  and  Danny Barnard, Unionville; his father,  Omar Barnard, Indianapolis, and three brothers,  David I.  and  Kenneth S. Barnard, Indianapolis, and Perry L. Barnard, Muncie.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


The  Shelbyville  Republican
Wednesday, February 14, 1951
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Private Rites To Be
Held for Mrs. Barnard
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          Private funeral services for  Mrs. Betty Barnard, wife of  Paul Barnard, will be held at the Ewing Mortuary Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.  The rites will be in charge of Rev. Roscoe M. Wolvington and interment will be at Fort Hill cemetery.  Friends may call at the mortuary this evening.
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Ibid.
Tuesday, February 13, 1951
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MRS.  BARNARD  DIES  SUDDENLY
Heart Attack Fatal To Widely Known Local Woman
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          Mrs. Betty Barnard, 38, wife of  Paul Barnard  and widely known local woman, died suddenly at her home at 248 W. Broadway about 8:30 o'clock this morning.  Death was attributed to a heart attack.
          Born in this city on February 6, 1913, she was the daughter of  Dr. and Mrs. J. A. White.  Dr. White preceded his daughter in death in 1925.  She graduated from Shelbyville high school and Indiana University and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in this city.
          On November 15, 1933, she was married to Mr. Barnard in Indianapolis.  Surviving with the husband are two children, William C. Barnard, 15, and  Margaret Jane, nine, and the mother, Mrs. Garrett R. Fleming  of this city.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The  Shelbyville  Republican
 Friday September 8, 1944
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MRS. MYRTLE  BARNARD
STRICKEN  AT  HOME
Funeral Will Be Held Saturday Afternoon
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          Mrs. Myrtle Barnard, 67, widow of  Earl Barnard, died suddenly at her home west of Morristown Wednesday night.  Mrs. Barnard had been in poor health for several years, but death was unexpected.
          Born in Hanover township on October 8, 1876, she was the daughter of  Mr. and Mrs. Lafayette Keaton.  Surviving are two sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Henry Meier  and  C. P. Keaton, both of Morristown;  Mrs. Glen James, of Spiceland, and  Harry Keaton, of Louisville, Kentucky.
          Mrs. Barnard was a member of Morristown Chapter No. 316, O.E.S.
          Funeral services in charge of L. V. Hauk, will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday at the late home. Interment will be in Hanover cemetery.
Contributed by Barb Huff  for Sherri Fabert


The  Shelbyville  Republican
Friday July 2, 1943
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EARL  BARNARD  DIES  AT  HOME
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          Henry Earl Barnard, age 65, former cashier of the Union State Bank of Morristown, died at his home in Morristown at 6:00 o'clock Thursday morning.
          Mr. Barnard, a member of Morristown Lodge No. 193, F. & A.M., and of Morristown chapter No. 314, O.E.S., was born south of Morristown in 1878 [December 10, 1877] and had spent his entire life in that community.  He was the son of  Mr. and Mrs. Granville Barnard.  He was a past master of the Masonic lodge and a past patron and past secretary of the Eastern Star.  For the past few years he had served as secretary-treasurer of the Ripley Farmers Telephone Company in Morristown.
          He is survived by the widow, the former  Myrtle Keaton, and one brother, A. B. Barnard, who resides near Morristown.
          Funeral services will be held at the late home Sunday at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Lowell Haggard officiating.  Burial will be in the Hanover Cemetery in charge of L. V. Hauk.
Contributed by Barb Huff  for Sherri Fabert


The  Indianapolis  Star
Indianapolis, Marion Co, Indiana
date of death:  8 April 1939
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William Barnard Succumbs at 86
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Rites Tomorrow for Dean of Henry Bar,
Former U.S. Legislator.
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          [Special to the Indianapolis Star]
          New Castle, Ind., April 8. --- William O. Barnard, 86 years old, former judge of the Henry Circuit Court, former United States representative in Congress and dean of the Henry County Bar Association, died this morning at his home here.  Mr. Barnard had been ill for the last week of pneumonia and had not fully recovered from a broken hip suffered in a fall at his home in May.
          A member of the bar 62 years, Mr. Barnard had been active in Republican politics and at his law office until the time of his injury.
          Mr. Barnard was born near Liberty, Oct. 25, 1852, but spent most of his boyhood years in Fayette county.  The family came to Liberty township, Henry county, in 1866.
Funeral to be Monday.
          After graduation from Spiceland Academy, he taught in the county schools, was principal of Economy school in Wayne county and later taught here.  He gave up teaching to read law in the office of James Brown, who later became judge of the Circuit Court.
          Admitted to the bar in 1877, Mr. Barnard served as prosecuting attorney preceding his election to the judgeship in 1896.  He served six years on the bench.  In 1908 he was elected to Congress from the old Sixth district, succeeding James E. Watson, who at that time was a candidate for Governor.
          Mr. and Mrs. Barnard had been married 62 years.
          Survivors are the widow, Mrs. Mary Barnard  and four children,  George M. Barnard  of this city, and attorney in Indianapolis and formerly associated with his father;  Paul Barnard  of Hagerstown,  Ralph Barnard  of this city and  Mrs. Herbert Griffith  of Santa Monica, Cal.; three brothers, L. C. Barnard  of Winfield, Kas.;  Dr. P. C. Barnard  of Parker, Ind., and  J. N. Barnard  of Daleville.
          Funeral services will be held at 3 o'clock Monday afternoon at the Friends Church and burial will be in South Mound cemetery here.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


A  Central  Indiana  Newspaper
clipping marked '1937'
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Capt. M. M. Barnard Rites to Be Held
Today in Virginia Family Residence
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Indianapolis Star Bureau
1397 National Press Building
          Washington, July 23. --- The funeral of  Capt. M. M. Barnard, 76 years old, nationally known Indiana-born prison official, who died last night, will be held at 4:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon in the family residence near Lorton, Va.
          Thirty minutes later a second service will be held at the historic pre-revolutionary Pohick Episcopal church, a church attended by George Washington.  The brief service at the home will be conducted by the Rev. F. L. Morrison, Methodist.  The church service will be conducted by the Episcopal rector, Rev. C. A. Langston.  Burial will be in the Pohich churchyard.
Two Hoosier Pallbearers
          The 20 honorary pallbearers will include  Judge Oscar E. Bland  of Linton, (Ind.,) a judge in Washington of the United States Court of Customs and Patent Appearls, and  Richard N. Elliott, Connersville, (Ind.,) acting Controller General of the United States.  Others are prominent Washington business and professional men.
          Mr. Barnard, who was born at Burlington, (Ind.,) where his brother, Sylvester Barnard  still lives, had been in prison work since 1895.  He was once assistant superintendent of the Indiana Reformatory when it was located at Jeffersonville and later duty and then acting warden at the Indiana State Prison at Michigan City.  He also was deputy warden of the Michigan State Prison.  He had been in prison work in the District of Columbia since 1916, and was general superintendent of all local prisons since 1924.
Service Extended
        Bapt.[sic] Barnard was due to retire when he was 70, but so satisfactory was his service that the civil service waived the age limit.  He served an additional five years and retired on his own motion.
          A year ago, when Capt. Barnard was in his 75 year, Commissioner Allen of the District of Columbia, referered to Barnard as the "best prison superintendent in the country."
          In retiring from office, Capt. Barnard recommended establishment of a hospital to cure alcoholics.
          "Nothing is accomplished by repeatedly sending a man to the workhouse for getting drunk.  There are thousands of repeaters.  The drunks should be treated as medical cases,"  Capt. Barnard stated.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


Handwritten  Obituary
Death Date:  August 28, 1933
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When on my day of life the night is falling,
And I hear far voices out of darkness calling,
Thou who hast made my home of life so pleasant,
O Love Divine, O Helper ever present,
Be Thou my strength and stay.
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          David Elmore Barnard, son of  Brazilla [Barzillai]  and  Rachel [Roberts] Barnard  was born in Wayne county, Ohio [IN], November 2, 1840.  Departed this life August 28, 1933, aged  92 years  9 months  and 26 days.
          In early life the family removed to Rush county, Indiana, where David Elmore grew to manhood; here he spent more than eighty years of his life, being actively engaged in farming until he was four-score years of age.
          On October 28, 1869, he was united in marriage to  Jennie Swain, and to this happy home there came four children, three sons and one daughter.
          Shortly after his marriage, he affiliated with the Friends Church and gave himself sincerely to the cause of his Master and the interest of the Sunday School and Church.  He was a man of faith in Jesus Christ, positive in his convictions and devoted in his service to his home and his Maker.
          At the call of his country he enlisted in Company C, 16th Regiment Indiana Volunteers and served from July 1862 till June 1865.  He was a participant in some of the major engagement of the War, one of which was the Siege of Vicksburg.
          Mr. and Mrs. Barnard retired from the farm about 12 years ago and became residents of Manilla where they were greatly beloved by many friends and acquaintances.
          Mrs. Barnard was called away some nine years ago and these later years have been a period of patient waiting to Mr. Barnard, often have we heard in the evening twilight as he sat alone in his home, this servant of God signing that familiar hymn,  "There's a Land that is Fairer than Day."
          Surviving are three sons:  Omer, of Indianapolis;  Marshall, of Franklin; and  Dr. Roy Barnard  of Shelbyville; with seven grandchildren;  a brother, Ambrose Barnard, Seattle, Washington and a sister, Mrs. J. E. Merrill  [Helen Jennie Barnard], Indianapolis, and many other relatives.
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" He held his place ---
Held the long purpose like a growing tree ---
Held on through blame and faltered not at praise.
And when he fell, he leaves a lonesome place against the sky.
The pains of death are past,
Labor and sorrow cease;
And, life's long warfare closed at last,
His soul is found in peace.
Soldier of Christ, well done!
Praise be thy new employ;
And while eternal ages run,
Rest in thy Savior's joy! "
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Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


A Shelbyville, Indiana, newspaper
Monday, Jan. 5, 1931
WARREN  BARNARD  DIED  ON  STREET
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Warren Barnard, Prominent Resident of Morristown
Died Sunday Morning
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          Warren G. Barnard, prominent resident of Morristown, fell dead on the street in Morristown about eight o’clock Sunday morning.  He had gone up the hill to the home of a neighbor to get milk and was on his way home when he died.  Clyde Underwood, county coroner, has filed a report of valvular heart trouble as the cause of death.  Mr. Barnard had not been sick but had not been in good health for sometime.  The deceased was sixty-two years old at the time of death and was born on February 28, 1868.  His parents were Mr. and Mrs. Granville S. Barnard.  He was married to Miss Myrtle Lucas in 1918.  He was a member of the Masonic lodge of Morristown.  Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Myrtle Barnard and two brothers,  Arthur B. Barnard of Indianapolis and  Earl Barnard of Morristown.  Funeral services will be conducted at the late home at 2:00 o’clock Wednesday afternoon.  Burial will be in the Hanover cemetery.
Submitted by Janet Franklin


Handwritten  Obituary
Date of Death:  October 1, 1923
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Obituary
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          Jennie Swain  daughter of  Prior  and Louisa (Coffin) Swain  was born in Walker Township, Rush county, Aug. 20, 1850, and departed this life Oct. 1, 1924, aged 74 years, 1 month and 12 days.
          She has lived practically all her life in and near the house of her birth, attending the district schools and acquiring her education from these places of learning the best they could give.  Being naturally of a keen mind she outstripped the school curriculum and by application and experience was able to move in the very best circles of society.
          Early in her young girlhood she met  David E. Barnard  and friendship ripened into love and on Oct. 28, 1869, they were united in marriage by the Rev. T. B. Gary, a minister of the Methodist Church, and settled in their house just South of the Wesleyan Methodist church in Rush Co.
          To this union was born Four children of whom Three are living.  Omar P. Barnard  of Indianapolis the eldest and deprived by sickness of attending the funeral service, our sympathy goes out to him.  Marshall S.  a telegraph operator for the Pennsylvania railroad at Franklin Ind. and  Dr. Roy F. Barnard  a dental practitioner of Shelbyville, Ind.
          At the age of 24 years she was attending service at the Wesleyan Methodist church and strong conviction for the need of a savior took possession of her heart and through repentance and faith in the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, she found peace with God and great joy filled her soul and her life was continually radiating the sunshine of a Godly life.  Soon after her conversion she united with the Friends church at Little Blue River and through all these Fifty years she has remained a faithful and loyal member, helping to bear the burdens and counting it all joy to be a servant of the Lord.
          Early in the history of Little Blue River meeting she was appointed by the Monthly meeting to the station of Elder.  The meeting recognising her ability as Elder has continuously retained her.  Her quiet unassuming dignity and wise judgement has made her to be appreciated, though she sought no place, her ability, wisdom and strong christian character was the gift that made room for her.
          She taught a class in the Sabbath school for a great many years, and years ago was chosen as clerk of the meeting of Ministry and Oversight which position she still retained at the time of her death.
          During the month of June last she was taken serious sick but after a few weeks seemed to be much better but about two weeks ago the relentless hand of deseas laid hold, Though all was done that physicians, nurses, Husband, and children, and friends could do there was nothing that would stay the hand of the reaper.  During the days of suffering she was the embodiment of patience and the Christian grace that had sustained her during the time of health, was on exebition constantly during the days of adversity and pain.  Constantly she reminded the friends that all was well, and the testamony that had rang out in church service of victory was in the face of death made stronger when she cried I have perfect victory.
          So passes one of God's noble women and a loving devoted wife and mother, a sincere friend and nighbour, and while our hearts break with the parting yet we through our tears can say  Praise God  for allowing Jennie Barnard to have lived among us and become to us a real mother in Israel.
          She leaves a loving Husband, Three sons, Seven grandchildren becide a great company of friends that will mourn her departure, but we mourn not as they who have no hope, for the skye is clear and her bark has safley anchored in the haven of rest where ere this she has been reunited with  Allie S. Barnard  her daughter who preceded her to the heavenly home when she was 11 years old.
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Card of Thanks
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          We wish to extend our thanks to all of the friends and neighbours, the Dr. and nurse and all who have so kindly sumpathised with us during the sickness and decease of our dear wife and mother.
          We would say  God bless you all.
          D. E. Barnard and family
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming


A  Greenville,  Illinois  Newspaper
about 1908
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          Lee Barnard, well known Greenville carpenter died at his home in the eastern part of the city at 6:30 p.m., Saturday after an illness of five months of Bright's disease and complications.
          Funeral services were held at the residence at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon by Rev. Warren E. Wise assisted by Rev. C. H. Spragg and the burial will take place in the Camp Ground cemetery late this afternoon.
          Mr. Barnard was born in Indiana February 22, 1845 and was aged 72 years his last birthday.  He married Miss Flora A. Williams  October 8, 1872 and she with two sons,  Fred  of Decatur and  Terrill  of Tulsa, Okla., and three daughters, Mrs. Wm. F. Hebrank  of Highland, and  Mrs. Henry McCaslin  of Grow, Okla., and  Miss Mary of this city, survive.
          One son,  Frank  died a number of years ago in Indianapolis.  Lena  and  Bertha  died in Greenville.
          Mr. Barnard also has two brothers  [David] Elmore  of Arlington, Ind.,  [Herman] Jasper  of Indianapolis and two sisters, Mrs. Elmer [Helen Jennie] Merrell  and  Mrs. Albert [Mary E.] Vance of Indianapolis.
          Mr. Barnard moved here from Indianapolis in March 1892.  He was a member of the Wesleyan Methodist church and was a highly respected resident of the city.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
Leander Barnard was the fourth child of  Barzillai Gardner Barnard  and  Rachel Roberts.  His marriage is recorded in Shelby Co, IN


The  Shelby  Democrat
January 8, 1891
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          Elizabeth Barnard, died Dec. 30th 1890, was born March 30th 1799 in Gilford,[sic] county N.C., settled in Wayne county this state in 1830, and moved from there to Rush County, in 1836 and from there to place of residence in 1867, was buried at Friend's Cemetery Jan 1st, 1891.  C. E. Trees, funeral director.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

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