MRS. ADDEY.

HULL.

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ANOTHER member, of long and honourable standing in our Osborne-street church, has been called to her rest and reward, in the person of Mrs. Addey. She was born in Hull, January 20, 1809. devoted Christians, members of the Wesleyan body. was the subject of religious impressions, which moulded and regulated her life. She was remarkable for beauty, but this was her least charm. She was amiable, virtuous, and much beloved by a large circle of friends. On February 15, 1836, she was married to Mr. Anthony Richard. To them were given two sons and one daughter; the latter was a member of our Church, and died in the faith eight and half years ago. After nine years of very happy married life she was left a widow. This was to her a great loss, but she knew where to seek consolation, and in whom to trust. Her sons testify to her diligence in training them in the fear of the Lord, and to the instruction she imparted to them; reading Scripture narratives, making them plain by the aid of a large illustrated Bible, so that before they could read they possessed a large share of Biblical knowledge.

After the lapse of about three and half years, she was married to Mr. Addey, who was a leader and active member of the Osborne-street church. She felt it her duty to accompany him to the same place. Prior to this she was a member of the Episcopal Church, and sat under the ministry of the late Rev. Thomas Dykes, of St. John's. In our church she soon found her work, and won a prominent place among its best friends, with whom she was wont to walk to the house of God. Many of these early acquaintances preceded her to the better world. She now joins them before the throne; there the friendship shall remain unbroken, uninterrupted for ever.

As wife and mother she attained a high standard, looking well to the ways of her household, following the command, "Gather up the fragments that remain, that nothing be lost." This she did on principle, that she might have to give to him or her that needeth. In her charities she used rare discretion-was seldom deceived where help was needed. She was always ready with open hand and loving heart to help the necessitous. Poor old people and the young won most her sympathy. More than one orphan can testify to her love; not a passing feeling of compassion rising from the sight of an orphan at a mother's open grave, but a life-long love, second only to the love of a mother, and as such she was looked up to by them. In her was exemplified that "Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this: to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world." This, by the grace of God, was the character of her life. She was frequently found in the house of sickness, and by the bedside of the dying. Her natural cheerfulness, her deep and sincere sympathy, acted as a balm to troubled and weary hearts, and her presence seemed to inspire the weak with strength and encouragement. In this world, to a great extent, she had her reward; but few have been more kindly and lovingly treated

by husband, children, and friends than she was; and all such shall have their reward.

Mrs. Addey, in a remarkable degree, possessed keen perception and sound judgment; was correct in most matters; her advice was frequently sought by her family and friends. The writer, too, is greatly indebted to her for her counsel, influence, and help in bazaars, and efforts which have been made to raise money in aid of the repewing and general renovation of the chapel. Her open, candid mind, her benevolent disposition and unfailing sympathy, made it easy-yea, pleasant—to all classes to approach her. Her faith in the Divine, in the Saviour, was simple and childlike. In practice, if she had any doubt as to the correctness of any line of conduct, she would not pursue, whatever her inclination might be, until she had made it a matter of prayer, and felt satisfied upon the subject. "In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.” She had no doubt about her salvation. Her confidence was not presumption, it was simply taking God at His word-a resting upon the promises-and in this way she realised a constant assurance of the Divine favour.

For the last few years she had suffered from bronchitis, and a weak action of the heart. She was confident that her end could not be long deferred. She was looking forward and preparing for it. I saw her a few days before it came. She was downstairs on the sofa. She said, "I shall not be here long." I expressed a hope that she would survive for some time, and, indeed, not without reason; but this was not to be. The following Sunday morning, December 1st, 1878, appearing no worse than usual, Mr. Addey commenced reading to her the Word of life, and on turning to look at her, and perceiving a change, he immediately went for the doctor; but too late. On his return, her spirit, without a sigh or struggle, had taken its flight. She was at rest. So ended the earthly sojourn of one who had worthily filled her place, done her work, and won the commendation of all. Yes, of her Lord also. He shall say, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things; enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." WM. WOODWARD.

Died at Shut End, Dudley Circuit, Dec. 29, 1878, George Hall, member of society at Pensnett, and for several years trustee steward of our chapel at Woodside, aged 65 years. His end was peace.

J. R. WELHAM.

Died at Sheffield, suddenly, Jan. 3rd, 1879, Emma Julia, the beloved wife of the Rev. Thomas Rider, aged 41 years.

Died at Armley, Mary (daughter of the Rev. Charles Donald, and sister of the late Rev. Charles James Donald), relict of the late Benjamin Wainman, of Armley, Leeds.