Florence, Frank Crosby
1962 

Mr Frank Crosby Florence, well known resident of Upshur County, 
died at his home in Rhonesboro about 8am Saturday, July 28, after 
being in ill health several months. At his death, Mr Florence was 
76 years, 3 months, and 24 days old. 

He was born at Glenwood where he spent his childhood and youth. 
He moved to Rhonesboro when 18 years old and began working for his 
brother, Mack Florence, and later formed a partnership. All during 
his active life he was in the cattle business. Three years ago he 
sold his ranch and cattle and retired. He joined the Baptist 
Church at an early age and took and active role in his church, most 
of the time serving as a deacon. 

In 1910, he married the former Mable Schrum in Rhonesboro and she 
survives him. Loved by those who knew him, Mr Florence was known in 
his community as a counselor for young people. Also surviving are 
two brothers, Lesley Florence, a Gilmer attorney and Dr Stanley of 
Tyler. A few years ago another brother, Carroll E Florence, 
well-known Gilmer attorney, passed away.