After a long illness of consumption Willis Seawright passed away Wednesday morning. He was about 30 years of age and was born in Monticello, locating in this city about 18 years ago with his parents, Rev. and Mrs. S. R. Seawright. He worked in the Bowen bank four years and in 1892 went to New York City with A. T. Bowen where he held a position in his bank. Surviving him are his mother and sister. Rev. Jas. Omelvena conducted the funeral services at the home yesterday afternoon at 4:30 o’clock.

Delphi Carroll County Citizen September 18, 1897