Wayne County Press
26 Mar 1914

“Was born February 14, 1834, near Edwardsville, Illinois.  He was married to Malissa Howard, December 24th, 1853 near Marine, Ill.  To this union were born fourteen children, eleven daughters and three sons.  Three died in infancy.  Mr. and Mrs. Eaves moved to Wayne county, October 4th, 1892 and lived near Sims for several years and later lived near Boyleston where the deceased departed this life.   He professed religion at the age of 35 and united with the Christian church at Marion, Illinois; but a few years later he joined with the Richland church at Snake Island, Wayne County.   The deceased departed this life March 28th, 1914, aged 80 years, one month and six days.  He leaves an aged wife, eleven children, 4 brothers and many relatives and friends to mourn their loss.  He lived a devoted Christian life.”

Funeral services were held at the Victory church by Rev. N.R. Lester.