Extracted from the Roper Letter column (dated August 5, 1890):
Mrs. John GAYLORD, who has been a great sufferer for several months, departed this life on Saturday last, and her remains were interred in St. Luke’s cemetery yesterday morning. We extend to the bereaved family our deepest sympathies in their loss.
Source: Roanoke Beacon, 8 August 1890, page 3. Available online at DigitalNC.org.