J. H. RUNNELS was born at Chattanooga, TN on 15 Dec 1846 and died 03 Dec 1907.

He professed faith in Christ 25 years ago and lived a life that showed he not only professed but possessed faith in Christ, "Being justified by faith he had peace with God."

He was married to Miss E. J. PAGE in 1865; to this union were born six children.

He was married a second time to Mrs. M. E. GIBSON, in 1892; to this union were born three children.

He leaves a wife, six children and many friends to mourn his absence.

Source: Mt. Vernon, IL Register News
Date: Tuesday, December 10, 1907
Submitted by: Mary Zinzilieta