Mr.Bradley,like other pioneers of this section of the country,became identified with the best interests of the county and was one of the most instrumental in bringing about needed changes and submitting new plans for its future advancement. How well he, and others of the earliest settlers,accomplished this purpose can readily be seen to the rapid strides which have already been made in the growth of Jackson County during the past,and the bright propects which seem to mark its future.
The deceased held many prominent positions which he filled with eminent satisfaction to all. He was elected County Judge for several succesive terms,and presided in able and honorable manner.
For the past few years of his life has been devoted to the cause of Christ,having occupied the pulpit of the FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH.. During his long experience as a minister of the Gospel, he never said aught to offend or even ruffle the feelings of his congregation,but went on in the event tenor of his way spreading the doctrines of christianity in his forcible and logical manner.
In the daily walks of his life he was kind and benevolent; in politics he was a staunch supporter of the democratic faith. The funeral services were held at Grange Hall, in Somerset Township, the Rev.Henry Gordon, of Percy, officiating. Burial took place at the HOLLIDAY CEMETERY, where a large number of condoling friends witnessed the last rites.
After a long life of usefulness, Judge Bradley has passed to another sphere, where eternal joy and happiness await him. To his sorrowing sister and brother,and other relatives, we join with the entire community in extending our sincerest sympathy.(From the Murphysboro Independence,Aug 12,1887,pg #3)
Jane Loy Daughter of Reverend and Mrs Wm.Bradley
Grandma Loy died Friday; 88 years old. Splended Life passed in Jackson County at last gives way to complications and old age--Beloved by many. Mrs Jane Loy died at 1:40 o`clock Friday afternoon,September 4,1925,at the home of her daughter, Mrs.Henry Williams, North Seventh Street. She had been very feeble during her last year. A complication and old age caused her death.
Known and beloved by for years as "Grandma" Loy, she passed through Autumn time of her day comforted by the love of many and deserving of the great esteem in which she was held. Her life was most useful and contained many admirable virtues. Jane Bradley was born to Rev. & Mrs Wm.Bradley, March 8, 1837, at the family home northwest of Campbell Hill,Illinois. She spent all of her life in Jackson county.She joined the Baptist church when about 16 years old and remained an ardent christian ever afterward.
At the time of her death she was 88 years, 5 months and 26 days old. Oct 23,1856 she was united in marriage with John A. Loy who died 19 years ago. To this union 8 children were born, for whom survive:
Will,Alfred, and Lee Loy and Mrs.Henry Williams, all of Murphysboro. She also leaves 24 grandchildren and 26 gr.grandchildren the sister, Mrs.Betty Snyder, of Campbell Hill.
The passing of " Grandma" Loy leaves sorrow through out the city. Tears were let in memory of her gentle spirit. Funeral rites will be conducted at the baptist church tabernacle on Poplar Street at 2:30 pm internment in Tower Grove Cemetery.
