James’ death
October 14, 1842
“The sufferer is at rest from his bodily pains. My poor afflicted brother James threw off his mortal habiliments this morning, at 3 o’clock, but death had no power over his spirit. Till within half an hour of his departure, his sufferings were very great; but he finally died so quietly, that I supposed he had fallen asleep, and did not discover my error until at least half an hour after the event had transpired. As his case had long been hopeless his release from the flesh is cause of consolation, rather than sorrow. He retained his senses to the last, and died with all possible fortitude and resignation, being perfectly aware that his end was approaching.” 1