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!.....E97.0103.06 SKU 18(3)85 Skinner, David A S. B. SKINNER, son of Charles D., father of Howard Isaac, George, Raymond B., Emma, and Etta. He is listed as a farmer in the Federal Census of 1900. At that time, he was living in Cass County, Missouri. That census revealed that his mother Matilda was living with him and had not remarried. We know now that Matilda¹s Brother and Father were commonly called ³S.B.² In the case of her father the ³S.B.² stood for ³Simon Boyce², and the brother was a ³Jr.²! The following are quotations from a newsclip from the collection of Rev. Geo. C. MONROE preserved by the historical society of Harrisonville. ... he carried in his bosom a happy memory of his departed wife. He evidently rejoiced at the condition of his children, who were happily engaged in the building of homes, and the earning of a livelihood. At the same time, he must have been deeply grateful for such sons and daughters, as were solicitous for his every care and comfort, and who exhausted every opportunity to minister to him. His farm is among the best of the smaller farms in the community, and beautiful for location. His friends were numerous, and he was often in their company. S.B. SKINNER was generally known for his quiet friendliness and even living. His fellowship was delightful and refreshing. The writer of these lines was often blessed in moments of brief conversation with him. He was loved and admired by all who knew him. His systematic pursuit of agriculture furnished him with a healthful task, and a comfortable living. His faithfulness in ministry to the Harrisonville Masonic and Odd Fellows¹ lodges gave him the friendship of a large number of local citizens. His trustworthiness, in the matter of business transactions, purchased him for the confidence of those with whom he engaged in trade. So kind and affable was he in disposition, a single meeting with a stranger meant the addition of one more friend to this company of admirers. In the home, he was devoted. In his work, he was industrious. In his social life, he was--his own interesting self. In his religious life, he was devout. In his fraternal life he was loyal. In his citizenship, he was true. We will miss him. We will all miss him. But we will not forget him. His genial look, his hearty hand clasp, his neighborly step, his fitly-spoken words will never die out of our souls. And we will be better and stronger men and women, because we knew him in other days. Missouri was not the native state of Mr. Skinner. He was born in Illinois, near Leland, March 18, 1861. In the vicinity of his birth, he grew to manhood. Into this community had come from Chicago, a family, to which belonged a charming daughter, Miss Emma D. GRAFF. Providentially, the lives of these two young people were linked together. The date of the wedding was December 26, 1883. Shortly after the marriage, they came West, locating near Washington, Kans. Here they lived and labored 10 years. From Kansas, they moved to Polk County, Missouri, residing on a farm, near Humansville. In 1895, the family came to Cass county, and settled two miles northeast of Harrisonville, where the home was permanently established. Five happy children had come to enrich the lives of the grateful parents. All of these are living. They are Raymond B. SKINNER of Dodson, Mo.; George S. SKINNER of Amsterdam, New York; Howard I. SKINNER of Harrisonville, Mo.; Mrs. Henry (Emma C.) GRIFFITHS of Macon, Mo., and Mrs. Charles S. (Etta L.) ROSEBRAUGH of Charleston, Ill. Mrs. Skinner died about three years ago. In going, Mr. Skinner leaves behind, besides his own children, four sisters--Mrs. B. A. DICKENS of Milledgeville, Illinois; Mrs. G.H. KEYES of Manchester, Iowa; Mrs. Charles GREEN of Vallejo, California, and Mrs. Joanna PARK of Talcoma, Washington. Three grandsons also survive, and numerous other relatives and friends. Many of his friends and acquaintances will live on a few more years, and sorrow upon every thought of his decease. The funeral service was held at the country residence on Sunday afternoon, February 27, at 2:30 o¹clock, being in charge of the Rev. George C. MONROE of Harrisonville. The body was laid to rest in the Orient Cemetery, just east of Harrisonville. George C. MONROE, Pastor. (Harrisonville Study.) The following are quotes from the ³Cass County Leader² Vol. 24, Harrisonville, Mo. Thursday Feb 24, 1921--The Front Page. S. B. SKINNER, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of the Harrisonville community, [died]... at his home, two miles N.E. of this city on the Harrisonville-Pleasant Hill Rock road, sometime yesterday ... The exact hour of his death is unknown, but it is thought ... early in the evening as he was to attend an I.O.O.F. party at the home of Harry EDWARDS last evening. The body was found by Ed. J. POLK and Charles E. DONALDSON about 11 o¹clock this (Thursday) morning, and was brought to the Runnemburger Undertaking parlors, where it is now resting. Arrangements for the funeral have not as yet been made, but burial will be at the Orient Cemetery. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Emma E. GRIFFITH, of Macon, Mo., and Mrs. Etta L. ROSEBRAUGH, Charleston, Ill. and three sons: Howard I. of Harrisonville; George S. of Amsterdam, New Youk and Raymond, of Dodson, Mo. Tuesday he called Mr. Ed. J. POLK on the phone and during the conversation which ensued mentioned the fact he was not feeling well. Mr. POLK asked if he could bring a doctor to see him, but Mr. Skinner stated he did not feel ill enough to need a physician¹s attention. This morning he called on the Skinner home, and failing to get a reply decided to drive out to the farm. Upon his arrival there, he saw a man, whom he took to be Mr. Skinner at work near the barn, but upon near approach recognized Charles E. DONALDSON who lives on an adjoining farm. Mr. Donaldson had made arrangements wit Mr. Skinner to purchase a water tank from him, and this morning went for the tank. Failing to find Mr. Skinner, he went to the barn and was preparing to move the tank when Mr. Polk came. After talking the matter over the men decided they had better investigate and see if Mr. Skinner was ill. After failing to rouse him, the tried the back door and found it unlocked. This increased their suspicions, as they knew Mr. Skinner never left the house unlocked with he left. Upon entering the bedroom they found him lying on his side on the bed. His sons and daughters, who live away from Harrisonville, have been notified, but as yet no replies have been received. Mr. Skinner was member of the I.O.O.F. and Masonic Fraternal Orders.