Her demise was recorded by neighbors, the McPheeters, in letters:
"Mr. Hudson Martins little girl died last thursday morning. She was
the same age of Julia (McPheeters). Her disease was congestion of the
stomach. she only lay sick five days. Was a beautiful child and
uncommon smart for one of her age. Her parents take her death very
hard. Old Mrs Martin was not at home but they have since sent for her
have gone to Mattoon to day after her. Little Zodie was interred in
Purvises grave yard. I attended the burial which took place at four
oclock on last thursday evening."
Her Purvis grandparents are buried on either side of her.
