The funeral services of Thomas JONES (colored), who died June 25th, at the residence of his son J.W. JONES, in this town, took place at the colored Methodist church on Sunday, August 25th. Rev. H.H. WHEDBEE, of Edenton officiating. The deceased was aged 72 years and was one of the most highly respected colored citizens of this place.

Source: Roanoke Beacon,  30 August 1889.  Available online at digitalnc.org.