A former and nearly life-long resident of the town of Florence, widow of the late William Groat
of East Florence, died at the home of her niece, Mrs. N.J. Doxtater in Canastota, Saturday
at 4:30 p.m., from the effects of a paralytic shock which she suffered about five weeks ago.
Mrs. Groat's maiden name was Almira Cady, and she was born near Florence Hill July 26, 1826. Her
husband with whom she had lived for 50 years, died five years ago this spring. Mr. and Mrs. Groat
were prominent residents of East Florence and her death will be received with much sadness. She
was a member of the M.E. church in East Florence, and respected by all who knew her. For the
past three years she had made her home in Canastota.
Mrs. C.F. Ward was summoned to that village and took charge of the remains, which were brought
to the Ward undertaking parlors on Monday, and the funeral held therefrom at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Rev. G. D. Ashley officiated. The remains were laid to rest beside those of the late Mr. Groat
in Forest Park Cemetery. Among those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Doxtater of Canastota, Mrs.
C. J. Dale, Mrs. Wm. Edwards, L. Empey and son Homer of East Florence.
Besides many friends to mourn the passing of this much respected lady she leaves a brother,
Henry Cady of Rome, and a sister, Mrs. S. Hill of Wilboro, Ohio.
GROAT - in Canastota, N.Y., May 22, 1909, Mrs. Wm. Groat, formerly of East Florence, aged
nearly 83 years.
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