David Saunders Jr. (1835 - 1865)

Born 2 Oct 1835 in Tremont, Aylesford,

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Died 14 May 1865 at age 29 in Tremont Kings County Nova Scotia, Canada

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Biography

Christian Messenger - Wednesday, 31 May 1865 - Page 173 -

David Saunders, Junr.

Son of David and Elizabeth Saunders, of Tremont, Aylesford, who was removed by death on Lord’s day, May 14th, in the 30th year of his age. On the 29th day of August, 1851, while on a load of hay that was driven over rough ground, he was thrown off, and two hay-forks, which were on the load, entered his body. The writer, who had then recently commenced his labors in Aylesford, found him in great distress, both physical and mental. It appeared that this youth - 16 at that time - had previously entertained a hope in Christ; but had fallen into a state of backsliding, and now felt greatly alarmed in the prospect of immediate death. After a season of deep disquietude, he again found consolation in the blessed Jesus. To the astonishment of all acquainted with the circumstances, including his medical attendants, he partially recovered. Being of an industrious disposition, he betook himself to the use of the needle, and did a great amount of very neat and ingenious work while lying on his bed. After a length of time he so far recovered as to sit up some in a chair, and subsequently to walk a little with crutches. Under all his afflictions David evinced extraordinary patience. He was fond of religious readings, and gladly embraced every opportunity in his power to attend public worship. He became a special favorite with the family and the neighbors. Having lived in this enfeebled state nearly 14 years, while many strong ones around have been carried to the tomb, he has now, as is confidently trusted, fallen asleep in Jesus. In such a case “To die is gain.”

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• https://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=145680321