Saturday, June 13, 2026

Marion Eaker Jr., Just 2 Years Old, Died Suddenly, June 13, 1926

Marion Eaker Jr. Died Sunday Noon

Little Marion Gaston Eaker Jr., young son of Mr. and Mrs. M.G. Eaker of the west section of this city, died Sunday at 12:30 p.m. at his home. The child, barely two years old, was taken sick suddenly the day before and died exactly 24 hours later in convulsions, despite the heroic efforts to save him. He was survived by his father and mother and one sister, Juanita, 6 years old.

The interment was held this afternoon at 3 o’clock at Sunset Cemetery, Rev. Mr. Helms of the Methodist Protestant Church conducted the services. Friends over the entire city will sympathize with the bereaved family in their loss.

From the front page of the Cleveland Star, Shelby, N.C., Monday, June 14, 1926

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