ANNA HARNEY , mother of Dan Harney, rural mail currier on Rural Route 1, Thomson, passed away at the home of her son in Thomson at 7:30 o’clock Tuesday evening. Mrs. Harney had boon suffering from heart trouble for several years and for the past several weeks has been confined to her bed. Mrs. Harney was a very pleasing lady. She remained at home most of the time, with the exception of attending church when her health permitted. The sympathy of the town and community is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Harney in their sorrow. Funeral services were held this afternoon at 1:30 from the house and at two o'clock from the Methodist church, with the Rev. Nicholas in charge. The pallbearers were Edw. Hinds, Charles Switzer, Frank Rush. Allen Witmer, Robert Groharing and Orve Orcutt. Mrs. Chesnutt and Mrs. Amy Lewis pang, "Under Hi« Wings," "The Beautiful Garden of Prayer," and "Jesus Saviour, Pilot Me." Interment was in the Lower York cemetery.

OBITUARY: Anna Harney was born in Dolky, Ireland on Dec. 10, 1846 and died in Thomson, Ill., January 21, 1930, aged 83 years, 1 month, and 11 days. She married Henry Harney in New York City in 1865. Five children were born into this family; three of them are dead. Two sons remain, Daniel of Thomson, Ill and James of Freeport, Ill. Her husband died in New York City in 1887, leaving her as a widow with three children, one of whom has died since then. After her husband’s death she contracted smallox and was taken to an isolation hospital. The children were scattered. Daniel was sent west to Illinois for a home. She came to her son Daniel at McConnell, Ill., in 1899 and the family was reunited. She has lived with her son since then. She has been a member of the Methodist church about 30 years. She was a firm believer in the presence and help of God. She loved to read her Bible in her old age and spent many profitable hours with it. It was her guide book, her strength and stay. She had a happy sunny disposition and greatly enjoyed the call of friends and neighbors. She was patient with the infirmities of age and saw the bright side of life. Her last years were like the mellow sunset, a ripened soul that had lived through many experiences: a life that looked above and found God as a helper and friend.
Contributed by Dan Cover
The Thomson Review, Thomson, Carroll Co., Ill., Thursday, January 23, 1930

DANIEL HARNEY , After a rather short illness which was not thought by the majority of our people to be serious, Daniel Harney passed away Thursday (Thanksgiving morning) at the Savanna City Hospital, death being attributed to a heart attack. For a number of years Mr. and Mrs. Harney have been residents of our community, coming here from McConnell, Ill., where Mr. Harney was a rural mail carrier before being transferred to Thompson. They have been ideal citizens of the village and Mr. Harney has taken an active interest in the affairs of the community; especially in the local Methodist church of which he was a deacon and served as Sunday school teacher until his health did no permit him to continue with his church duties. His interests were not confined to the church alone and he was always seen at meetings of the York Club, was interested in the schools and in the county rural mail carriers association. Mr. Harney’s work as rural carrier was never questioned and he performed his daily task with a faithfulness that won for him the admiration and esteem of those whom he served throughout this territory. His loyalty to his church, his friendship to all York people and his sincerity and belief in whatever undertaking he might have been engaged in at any time, was well shown at his services, for every seat was filled and many remained standing during the fine tribute which Rev. Longdoc paid him. Thompson has lost a valuable citizen and men of Daniel Harney’s caliber are not an every day occurrence in any community. Daniel Harney was born in New York City, Aug. 19, 1879. He came to Illinois ten years later and made his home with the family of Mr. and Mrs. Ranslow Furray at McConnell, Stephenson county. He was educated in the schools of that place and later attended the Northern Illinois teachers’ College at DeKalb. He then entered the teaching profession and taught for several years in the schools near McConnell. He later secured a position as rural mail carrier in which occupation he has been engaged for the past 25 years. He was transferred to the Thomson route in 1918, where he has since served. While on his route during the hot weather last summer he was taken seriously ill and only recently was able to again take up the work which he was so skilled in doing. He was married Feb. 20, 1907 to Miss Tillie Stamm at McConnell who survives him, with a brother James Harney of McConnell and four niece. He united with the Methodist church when a boy and has held positions in church and Sunday school since coming here. He was also affiliated with the I.O.O.F. order at Orangeville, Ill. Funeral services were held Sunday at the home at 1:30 p.m. and the Methodist Episcopal church at 2 o’clock with Rev. E.S. Langdoc of Rockford, pastor of the church here, in charge. Rev. Clark Williams of Mt. Morris, a former pastor here, assisted in the services. Mrs. N.D. French and Miss Winnie Holland with Louise St. Ores at the piano sang: “Rock of Ages’, ‘Face to Face’, ‘God Will Take Care of You”. The casket attendants, all rural mail carriers, were Ferdinand Grim of savanna, H.L. Eby of Shannon, Roscoe Dial of Chadwick, Claude Crouse of Mt. Carroll and Ivan Carroll and Otto Switzer of the local postoffice. Internment was in Lower York cemetery. Names of friends who attended the funeral of Daniel Harney from a distance: Milton Stamm and family, Frank Stamm and son, Charley Matter, Mrs. Belville, all from Staver, Wisc., also Ezra Stamm and wife, Howard Lawler, Rock Grove, Ill., Amos Phillip and wife, Dakota, Ill., Ammon Moyer and family, Harvey Matter and family, Mrs. Isaac gross and family, Orangeville, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Ed Hartman of Mt. Carroll, Ill., Russell Stamm, Nettie Stamm, Bessie Bower, Jonathan Stamm, Katie Stamm, Mr. and Mrs. Chas Stamm, Mrs. Lulu Korth, Mrs. Frank Young, Mr. and Mrs. James Harney and family, Mr. and Mrs. George Hulbert and daughter Jessie, Mrs. Mary Jane Turray and son, Mary Jane Wells, Mrs. Howard Price, Mr. and Mrs. Loyd Stamm, Amelia McDaniel, Mr. Elmer Stamm, Mr. Arthur Rabe, Lewis Rabe, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith, all from McConnell and vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Reim, Orangeville, Ill. Others from Fulton, Mt. Carroll and nearby.

Card of Thanks: We wish to take this means of thanking our many friends for their acts of kindness during the illness and death of our husband and brother, Daniel Harney. We are very grateful to the I.O.O.F. lodge, pallbearers, to the singers, and also for the beautiful floral offerings, to those who furnished cars and to Rev. Longdoc for his comforting words. Those who assisted in any way, will always have a warm place in our heart.
Contributed by Dan Cover
Thompson Review. Volume XXXIII, Thursday, December 3, 1931. Front page

EDWIN M. HARNISH of Crestview Manor Nursing Home died Sunday afternoon in Freeport Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. (The Social Security Death Index gives the date as April 1971.) Mr. Harnish, who was a partner in the Harnish Bros. Cigar Store, was president of Welty Golf Club in 1927, and was president of the Izaak Walton League in 1926. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Born Sept. 29, 1874 in Mount Carroll, he was the son of Matthias and Adelaide (Kneale) Harnish. On Oct. 16, 1915, he married Mae Louise Brenizer. She died June 4, 1950. There are no immediate survivors. He was preceded in death by two daughters, three brothers and two sisters. Graveside service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Oakland Cemetery with the Rev. Earl Christman Jr., pastor of First Presbyterian Church, officiating
Contributed by Alice Horner

SARAH ELIZABETH (HEITZMAN) HARNISH was born in Wysox township, Carroll Co, June 14, 1871. After an extended illness and much suffering she died at her home in Lanark, on March 31st, 1902. She was 30 years, 9 mos. and 17 days old. Her mother died when Sadie was but a few days old, and Mrs. William Prowant took her into her home where she remained until she was a young lady. Her father, George Heitzman, died when she was eight years old. After she left Mrs. Prowant's home she made her home with Mrs. James Ethridge, west of town, She was married to David Harnish on March 20th, 1892, at the Progressive Brethren parsonage by the present pastor. Two children came into this home to brighten and beautify it. One lived but a few days. But Roscoe is with them today. Sister Harnish united with the Brethren church April 4th 1893. Several years ago she severed her connections with the church and for a short time was not a member of any church. When she became dangerously ill I visited her and called her attention to the wisdom of being a christian and of being a member of the church. She did not fully decid until February 17th, when she sent for me, and on that evening she was received back into the Brethren church and in fellowship with Jesus. Sister Harnish was one in a family of eight children. Two brothers and two sisters and three half brothers. Namely, John of Milledgeville, Ill., Oliver, of Palouse, Wash, Emma Brewster of Sheldon, Iowa, Mrs. R. P. Weed of this city and two half brothers of Ashland, Ohio. Mr. John Heitzman and Mrs. R. P. Weed were the only brother and sister present. There remains to mourn over her departure six brothers and sisters, her bereaved husband and one son, Roscoe. She was a great sufferer with a loathsome disease, and our hope is she is sweetly resting in the arms of her Savior, where disease and pain and sorrow can not come. May we meet beyond the River where parting is not more. The funeral was conducted by the writer on Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 in the Brethren church. Interment was made in the city cemetery.
Z. T. Livengood - Undated scrapbook clipping

ELSIE (SHEPHERD) HARR , 85, of Savanna, died Friday, February 20, 1998 at Big Meadows Nursing Home in Savanna. She was a homemaker and member of Community United Church of Christ in Savanna. She was a 1930 graduate of Savanna High School and thoroughly enjoyed sitting on her front porch and visiting with friends and neighbors. Mrs. Harr was born July 23, 1912 in Savanna to Tennyson and Verda Mae (Addy) Shepherd. She married Lloyd Harr July 17, 1937 in Savanna. He died in December of 1968. Survivors include one son, John (Karen) Harr of Joliet; two grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, and one brother. Funeral services were held Monday at Community United Church of Christ in Savanna. Burial was in Savanna Township Cemetery .
Contributed by Alice Horner

MARIAN A. (NICKLAS) HARR - Memorial service for Marian A. Harr, 86, of Wickenburg, Ariz., a former Savanna resident, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Center Hill United Brethren Church of Mount Carroll. The Rev. Christopher Burcham will officiate. Interment will be in Center Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Harr died Monday, September 14, 1992 at Sun West Nursing Home in Sun City, Arizona. She was a member of Center Hill United Brethren Church and Women’s Missionary Society and taught Sunday school many years. Her other memberships were Savanna Women’s Club and Preston Prairie Club. Born August 2, 1906 in Mount Carroll Township, she was a daughter of Adam and Della (Akins) Nicklas. She married Loyal J. Harr on Sept. 3, 1928 in Savanna. Surviving are her husband and one son, Delbert, both of Wickenburg, and one brother, Mark Nicklas of Campbell, Calif. Preceding her in death were two sisters and one brother.
Contributed by Alice Horner

ELIZABETH HARRIS - Died January 22, 1863, in Spring Valley, Carroll county, Ill. sister ELIZABETH HARRIS, consort of br Samuel Harris, ages 20 years, 6 months and 18 days. Her disease was measles settling upon her lungs, terminating her life in a few days. She leaves a husband and six small children to mourn their loss. She was sensible to the last, was resigned to the will of God, and died in the strongest hope of a blessed immortality. Funeral services by the brethren. - (John S Buck)
Contributed by Carol Parrish - with thanks to Dennis from "The Monthly Gospel Visitor" (1851-1873)

ELIZABETH HARTER - Died in Carroll Co. Illinois, February 23d (1856) sister ELIZABETH HARTER, widow of Peter Harter, aged 72 years 1 month and 22 days. (Birth = 1 Jan 1784)
Contributed by Carol Parrish - with thanks to Dennis from "The Monthly Gospel Visitor" (1851-1873)

LOIS A. (WHELDON) HARTNEY of Savanna, Illinois, passed away January 26, 2006 in Mercy Medical Center North, Clinton, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 31, 2006 at Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna. Burial will be in the Savanna Township Cemetery, Savanna. Reverend Bob Hamilton of Community United Church of Christ in Savanna will officiate. Friends may call from 12:30- 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 31, 2006 prior to the service at the funeral home. Lois was born on August 21, 1919 the daughter of Bert and Cora A. (Mogan) Wheldon in Savanna, Illinois. She graduated from Savanna High School, Class of 1937. On October 7, 1940, Lois married Wayne L. Hartney in Dubuque, Iowa. Wayne passed away on April 20, 1978. Lois worked as a Telephone Operator for Centel Communications for thirty years, retiring in 1978. She was a member of the Community United Church of Christ in Savanna. Lois enjoyed reading, playing Scrabble, doing crossword puzzles, and playing Solitaire. Most of all she loved and enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Lois will be deeply missed by her son, Jim (Cheryl) Hartney of Eleroy, Illinois; three grandchildren, Jimmie Hartney II of Warren, Illinois, Andrea (Daniel) Hicks of Warren and Stephanie (Sean) Flynn of Pearl City, Illinois; five great grandchildren, Jordyn, Alex, Bryanna, Ben and Autumn; a niece, Marne (Spencer) Swift of Herlong, California; and one brother in-law, Richard Hartney of Whittier, California. Lois is preceded in death by her husband, Wayne; one brother, Keith Wheldon and one sister, Floy Wheldon.

ALICE (BEAVER) HARVEY , 80 years old, widow of Curtis Harvey, lawyer and former member of the Illinois legislature from Galesburg, was fatally injured yesterday when she fell from a window of her seventh floor room in the 40 East Oak street apartment hotel. Police investigation indicated that Mrs. Harvey’s fall was accidental. She had been ill three years and was under the care of a nurse, Mrs. Lillian Sheehan. While Mrs. Sheehan was sleeping, Mrs. Harvey rose, evidently to open a window, and fell through the screen. She fell in front of the building and was found alive by William E. Hewitson, the night clerk. She died while being taken to the Henrotin hospital. Mrs. Harvey’s daughter, Mrs. Grace Penfield, wife of William H. Penfield, chief engineer for the Milwaukee railroad, who occupies an apartment next to her mother’s, said that Mr. Harvey died 50 years ago. She was buried in Knoxville,
Contributed by Alice Horner.. Notes - The 1900 US Federal Census for Mt. Carroll (Salem Township), Carroll County, Illinois gives Alice Harvey’s date of birth as May 1858. The date of her obituary wasn’t given but it was July 17, 1937.

CORA GRETA (STAUFFER) HAWBECKER , of Lanark died Wednesday night (4 November 1970) in Freeport Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Mrs. Hawbecker, a longtime Lanark resident, was a member of West Branch Church of the Brethren in Polo, Freeport Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, and Lanark Woman’s Club. She taught school at one time. Born June 23, 1904, in Mulberry Grove, she was the daughter of George and Katie (Lilligh) Stauffer. She attended Mount Morris College and was a graduate of Manchester College, Ohio. On June 12, 1929 she was married to Merle Hawbecker in Mulberry Grove. Surviving are her husband; two sons, Dr. Byron L. Hawbecker of Ada, Ohio and Melvin S. of Rockford; a daughter, Mrs. David (Elaine) Piesen of Lakewood, Ohio; four grandchildren; two brothers, Martin of Chicago and Albert of Alton; and four sisters, Mrs. Zetta Elmore of Donaldson, Mrs. Irma Bingham of Greenville, Mrs. Blanche Patrick of St. Clair, Mich., and Mrs. Sadie DeMoulin of Mulberry Grove. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister and two brothers. Funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Frank Funeral Home, Lanark. The Rev. Joe Piesen, pastor of West Branch Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Lanark Cemetery.
Contributed by Alice Horner

ADDISON H. HAWK was born April 12th, 1853, in Freedom Township, Carroll County, Illinois. Died at the home Sept. 12th 1902, making his age 49 years and 6 months. Mr. Hawk received his education in the Freedom public school and the Mt. Carroll High School. After leaving the Mt. Carroll High School he accepted the Principalship of the Thomson Schools. He remanded in that position one year and a half. He then became interested in the mercantile business with McKenney and Loveland, working part of the time in the store and at other times on the road. He married Miss Ellen Puterbaugh March 8th, 1877; the ceremony was performed by Eld. David B. Puterbaugh, the bride's uncle. This union was blest with 5 children, namely: Cora M.; Robert H.; Edna M., Forest G. and Maud E. All are living and are present today. Soon after the marriage Mr. and Mrs. Hawk moved to Lanark and Mr. Hawk continued to work for H. B. Puterbaugh for about three years, when he moved to Chicago and engaged in the live stock commission business for one and a half years. On account of ill health on the part of Mr. Hawk, the family moved back to Lanark again and Mr. Hawk remained two years more with H. B. Puterbaugh, who was then doing an extensive grain and live stock business. About this time Mr. Hawk purchased a farm west of Lanark and moved upon it and remained for four years. The C.B. & Q. R. R. was built at this time and Mr. Hawk saw an opening for the grain and live stock business in the new and thriving town of Chadwick. Here the family resided for six years doing a very fine business. The education of his children and the closer attention of his farm drew him back upon the farm again, where the family resided eight years. On the 12th day of Dec., 1901 he moved into the present home, to remain but 9 brief months to the very day. (He died on the 12th of Sept.) Mr. Hawk began the auctioneer business about 20 years ago, with McKinney and Loveland. He followed basic sale crying for about 15 years quite successfully, doing an extensive and lucrative business. Fifteen years ago he sustained an injury to one foot while on the train, and this proved to be a very serious accident. For some time his life seemed to hang upon a brittle thread, but a strong constitution, abstenuous habits and excellent medical treatment brought him through this critical ordeal. In 1898, May 18th, he was caught in the awful cyclone that swept through this county doing such extensive damages. This time he had another narrow escape with his life. A. H. Hawk was the son of Wm. H. and Margaret E. Hawk, and one of 14 children, namely: Hon. Robert M. A. deceased, Thomas M. of Lanark, John A., deceased, Mary C. of Chadwick, Frances M., deceased, Fountain M., deceased, Sarah J., deceased, Martin L., deceased, Virginia A., deceased, Hugh C., of Lanark, Emmett D. of Rockford, Norman H., of Chadwick and Wm. D. of Sioux City, Iowa. Only six are living and were present at these sad services,-one sister and five brothers. Mr. Hawk was a man of more than ordinary information and intelligence. He was well posted on all current questions and topics of the day, a lover of books, full of enterprise and very ambitious. He succeeded as a public sale cryer and his reputation extended into the adjoining states; in fact he was just in his prime when disease laid heavily upon him and cut him down as a glower. He was a good citizen and was always in the front ranks of public improvements and reform. I may consistently say that the predominating element in his life was his love of home and family. He was a kind and loving husband and a devoted father. He knew not how strongly he loved his family until the sad and awful separation drew nearer and nearer. Neither did the family fully realize how tenderly and affectionately they loved papa until he was to be ruthlessly snatched away from them. Three of four weeks ago the family became somewhat alarmed at Mr. Hawk's condition. Medical aid was summoned from different places, the best that could be obtained, and all was done and continued to be done that loving and kind friends could do to overcome the disease and save the patient, but all was fruitless-the disease was doing her best and was succeeding in claiming its victim. Brother Hawk had been looking to Jesus for help, and now he turned with confidence and all the strength of his soul toward Jesus as his Saviour. He confessed Him, he trusted Him, he promised allegiance to Him and thrust himself upon the goodness and power of the world's Saviour. Peace and pardon came like the morning sun, and thus trusting and praying and hoping he fell asleep in Jesus. The funeral was conducted from the home on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, by Eld. Z. T. Livengood, assisted by Elder Thomas of the Christian church. The funeral was a very large one; about 550 person viewed the remains. Internment was made in the city (Lanark) cemetery
Contributed by Amy Anderson 2nd Obituary:
**Addison H. Hawk of Lanark died, Friday, September 12th., of cancer of the stomach. Mr. Hawk had been ill for several months and had been under the care of a physician. It was not known at first what the real trouble was. He had been complaining of his stomach, which finally refused to do its work and the last few weeks he was unable to take solid food and retain it in the stomach. Wednesday morning it was thought best to make a surgical examination whereby the real cause might be known. Drs. Staley of Freeport Wales of Lanark performed the operation and when it was discovered he had cancer of the stomach no farther operation was performed, as help was impossible and it was but a question of time that he could live. He died at his home in west Lanark at 11 o'clock Friday. Mr. Hawk was one of the most widely known men in Carroll and adjoining counties, largely through his being an auctioneer having been employed to take charge of hundreds of public sales through out this and other counties. He was elected president of the Carroll county fair last spring and filled many other prominent positions in public life, which gave him a large acquaintance and numerous friends. He was a prosperous farmer on his large farm one wile west of Lanark. His early life was spent on his father's farm in Freeport township, where he grew to manhood and learned the lessons in life that make men the most useful, upright and honest. Mr. Hawk was a man of sterling character and had the manhood and convictions to be to his fellowman what he seemed. He lived an upright, honest, active life and will be greatly missed in a social and public way. He leaves a wife, four children, sex brothers, Norman of Chadwick, Thomas of Lanark, Conley of Mt. Carroll, Fountain of Iowa, Emmett of Rockford and Will of Bloomington and one sister Mary of Lanark. The funeral services were held at his home in west Lanark at 2 o'clock in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. A. T. Livengood officiating, after which the remains were laid to restt in the Lanark cemetery. Mr. Hawk was born March 13, 1853 and Died Sept. 12, 1902. Age 49 years and 6 months.
Contributed by Karen Fyock - Undated clipping

ELLEN (PUTERBAUGH) HAWK - Funeral serviced of Mrs. Ellen Puterbaugh Hawk, 75 years old, who passed away at her home in Lanark last Friday [02/07/1930] following an attack of pneumonia, was held at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon at the First Brethren church in that city, Rev. T. C. Grisso officiating. Burial was in the Lanark cemetery. Surviving are five children: Mrs. Cora Reeves, Mrs. Earl [F.] [Edna M.] Hower, Mrs. [Thomas] Earl [Maud E.] Lego, Lanark; Robert, Santa Monica, Calif.; Forrest, living near Lanark. Three brothers and four sisters also survive. The brothers are Frank and William Puterbaugh of Lanark, and Bert of Milledgeville. The four sisters are Mrs. Emma Wilkins of Indiana, Mrs. Maude Preugh of Mt. Morris, Mrs. Ida Beideler and Mrs. Amanda Puterbaugh, both of Lanark. Nine grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive.
Contributed by Larry Reynolds - Larry Reynolds The Sterling Daily Gazette, February 10, 1930, page 2, column 2.

ALONZO HEATH , mayor of Lanark died of paralysis Thursday morning. Mr. Heath was an old resident of Carroll County, and an active business man for fifty years. He owned and operated about the first threshing machine ever brought in the county. For a number of years he has been in the grocery trade in Lanark. We endeavored to get an extended biographical sketch for publication but failed.
Contributed by Karen Fyock - Dated May 7, 1894

DELLA HEATH , Miss Della Heath of Milledgeville, Thursday, May 14, 1891, daughter of John Heath. She was buried from the Union church today, Friday.
Contributed by Karen Fyock - Undated scrapbook clipping

FANNIE HEATH , for a number of years a resident of our village, died at her home in Sterling, Friday night, May 4, 1906. Mrs. Heath had not enjoyed the best of health for several years and during the past winter she suffered from a severe attack of pneumonia from the effects of which she did not recover as her illness developed into consumption. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ezekial Olds and was born November 23, 1855 at Como, Illinois, being at the time of her death 50 years, 5 months, and 11 days old. She was united in marriage to John Heath and to this union was born one son, Frank. While residing in Milledgeville about thirteen years ago she was called upon to suffer the loss of her husband by death. About six years ago she sold her residence property in Milledgeville and moved to Sterling where she had resided ever since. Besides her son she is survived by two brothers and three sisters. The brothers are Charles and Delos Olds of Sterling and the sisters are Miss Nettie Olds of Sterling, Mrs. Wm. Morgaridge of Galt and Mrs. Morse of Nebraska. The funeral services were held from her late home in Sterling Monday forenoon and the remains were brought to the home of T. N. Fleming in Milledgeville and from there they were taken to the Union cemetery and interred beside her husband. A brief service was conducted at the grave by Rev. J. W. McKitrick. The relatives who accompanied the remains from Sterling were Frank Heath, Charles and Delos Olds and Frank Morgaridge. The pall bearers were L. B. Fletcher, Wm. Williams, Ed Webster, Mell Frederick, T. N. Fleming and Warren Bull.
Contributed by Karen Fyock - Undated scrapbook clipping.

HARRIET HEATH , was born in the state of New York, August 21, 1809, and died at the home of her son in Woodville, Wisconsin, January 26, 1898. When six years of age, she moved with her parents to Ohio, where November 3, 1826, whe was married to Nelson Durrin. Seven children were born to them, five sons and two daughter, one son dying in infancy. In the spring of 1852, they came to Illinois, settling on a farm near Milledgeville. The following year the husband and father died, thus leaving her alone to meet and overcome the trials and hardships of this then new county, which she did bravely, always trusting in the Lord. Her oldest daughter died February 26, 1859, and her youngest son died in the army. Another son died in Nebraska in the spring of 1893. She was married to John A. Heath in March 1866. Mr. Heath died in September 1894. The death of her daughter, Mrs. Laura Hawk, was almost more than she could endure. So sad, so sudden, how could she say, "Not mine, but my Father's will be done." Her son came and took her to his home, where she was lovingly and tenderly cared for. She was an earnest, faithful member of the M. E. church for more than seventy-five years. January 17, she was stricken with paralysis and peacefully passed away. She leaves two sons, A. P. Durrin, of Morristown, Minnesota, and W. A. Durrin, of Woodville, Wisconsin; and grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren to mourn her loss.
Contributed by Karen Fyock - Undated scrapbook clipping

HAZEL (SWEITZER0 HEATH , 92, a former Lanark resident, died Friday afternoon at good Samaritan Nursing Center in Mount Carroll following an extended illness. (Note: The Social Security Death Index gives the date as February 1983.) She was a member of Lanark Church of the Brethren, Order of the Eastern Star and the American Legion Auxillary. Born Oct. 14, 1890 in Carroll County, she was the daughter of William P. and Ruth Etta (Reeder) Sweitzer. She married Archie Heath on Feb. 20, 1911. He preceded her in death on Dec. 3, 1958. Surviving are three sons, Kenneth A. of Warner Springs, Calif., Edward E. of Lanark, and Stanley E. of Lowry, Minn.; one half sister, Mrs. Dorothea H. Ritenour of Mount Carroll; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and three brothers. Service will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Frank Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Roberts, pastor of Lanark Church of the Brethren, officiating. Burial will be in Lanark Cemetery.
Contributed by Alice Horner

JOHN W. HEATH , At his residence in Milledgeville Monday morning May 1st, at 7 o'clock, John W. Heath, aged 57 years 9 months and 15 days. Mr. Heath has been in ill health since last Fall, but was only confined to his bed the last 5 weeks of his life. In his death, we lose a good citizen and a genial, warm hearted man. Deceased was born in Erie county, Pa. July 12th, 1835. Came to Carroll Co., Illinois in 1849 where he has since resided. He was twice married, his first wife being Miss Eveline Thompson, by whom he had 3 children, all of whom died before their mother. His present wife, and one son, Frank W., aged 14 years, survive him, besides his father and two brothers W. W. and Henry M. both well known and highly respected farmers of this Township.
Contributed by Karen Fyock - dated 1893

JUDITH M. HEATH , age 64, of Thomson, Illinois, died on Tuesday, August 5, 2009, at her home in Thomson. Cremation rites will be accorded. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the family. Judith was born September 29, 1944, in Willimantic, Connecticut, the daughter of Emile William and Marianne Burnice (Wells) LeBlanc. She graduated from high school in Mansfield, Connecticut. Judith married Robert Heath on May 16, 1989, in St. Augustine, Florida. Judith worked as a Certified Nurses Assistant in Connecticut and Florida before moving to Thomson with Robert. Together they were the owners of BJ’s Resale in Thomson. Judith and Robert regularly attended yard sales, flea markets, and antique sales. Judith loved antiques and collectibles, and it was more of a way of life than a hobby. Judith is survived and lovingly remembered by her husband, Robert Heath of Thomson, Illinois; two daughters, Teresa Rampulla of Central City, Connecticut, and Lisa (John) Rampulla – Grady of Hampton, Connnecticut; one son, Jeffery Rampulla of Willimantic, Connecticut; two grandsons, Jacob Rampulla and Michael Grady; one sister, Joyce Burber of Connecticut; one brother, Dwayne LeBlanc of Connecticut; and her loving pets, Dolly and Molly. Judith was preceded in death by her parents, and adopted mother, Hilda LeBlanc.
Contributed by Lori Gilbert

JOHN H. HEBELER , age 58, of Savanna, Illinois , died Monday, August 6, 2007, at his home in Savanna. A Funeral Service will be held 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 10, 2007 at the Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service. A Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 9, 2007 at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established in John's memory. John was born on December 15, 1948 in Savanna, Illinois , the son of Edward W. and Maxine I. (Aitken) Hebeler Sr. He attended Savanna area Schools and married Ruth L. Michels on July 25, 1987 in Mount Carroll , Illinois . John was involved in section labor for the Burlington Northern Railroad for nearly ten years. He later worked in maintenance for Elkay Manufacturing in Savanna. John loved working in his garage at his home as a Motor Mechanic for over twenty-five years. John enjoyed hunting, billiards, horseshoes and most importantly he loved spending time with his grandchildren. John will be dearly missed by his wife, Ruth of Savanna; one son, Larry (Kim) Twigg of Davenport, Iowa; four daughters, Heidi Robertson of Hanover, Stephanie Twigg of Savanna, Kelly Hebeler of Savanna, and Tina (Conan) Dickman of Lanark, Illinois; nine grandchildren, Halie, Emmit, Harlie, Gage, Autumn, and Isabella; three brothers, Edward W. Hebeler Jr. of Lincoln, Illinois, Franklin H. (JoLinda) Hebeler of Lanark, Illinois and Alfred D. (Denise) Hebeler of Loves Park, Illinois; five sisters, Anna K. Hubble of Savanna, Shirley J. (Jack) Lieffort of Savanna, Dorothy L. (Bruce) Motten of Savanna, Karen S. Hintgen of Bluegrass, Iowa and Shelly M. Kratzenberger of Madison, Wisconsin. John is preceded in death his parents; and one sister Joyce Dewey.
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LEONARD F. HEBELER , age 58, of Thomson, died Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at the University of Iowa Medical Center, in Iowa City, as a result of an ATV accident that occurred on May 7, 2006. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2006 at the Open Bible Fellowship Church, Morrison. Inurnment, with military rites will take place at the Lower York Cemetery, Thomson. Pastor Steve Harmon of the Open Bible Fellowship Church, Morrison will officiate. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday, May 12, 2006 at the Law-Jones Funeral Home in Thomson. In lieu of flowers a general memorial fund has been established in Leonard's name. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.lawjonesfuneralhome.com. Leonard was born December 13, 1947 in Savanna, the son of Leonard E. and Irene M. (Spencer) Hebeler. He attended Savanna area schools until he was called upon to work the family farm. He served in the Army for two years during the Vietnam War. Leonard married Katherine L. Johnson on August 7, 1971 at the First United Methodist Church in Savanna. He worked at the Savanna Army Depot for two years and later as a Lockmaster for the Corp of Engineers at the Lock and Dam #13 for thirty-three years retiring in 2004. Leonard enjoyed working in his tool shop, gardening, canning and most recently riding his ATV. Leonard will be deeply missed by his mother, Irene Hebeler of Riverview; two sons, James (Erin) Hebeler of Port Orchard, Washington and Daniel Hebeler of Sumter, South Carolina; one daughter, Tami (Dan) Ivory of Fulton; two brothers, Jerry (Carrie) Hebeler and Dennis (Mary) Hebeler both of Thomson; two sisters, Sharon (Charlie) Johnson of Savanna and Debra Johnson of Riverview; and five grandchildren. His father, Leonard and one infant brother, Richard, precede Leonard in death.

LOUISE (MASZK) HEBELER , 74, of Riverside, Calif., formerly of Savanna, died Friday, Feb. 12, at the Air Force Village West Convalescence Home in Riverside. She worked at the Savanna Army Depot and was a member of the Community United Church of Christ in Savanna. Born March 21, 1924, in Burleigh County, N.D., she was the daughter of Leon and Barbara Maszk. She married Robert Hebeler Oct. 26, 1947, in Clinton, Iowa. He died in 1991. Surviving are two sons, David (Karen) Hebeler of Riverside, and Derwin (Lisa) Hebeler of Mission Viejo, Calif.; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sis­ter, Bernadette Larson of Grafton, N.D.; and two brothers, Harry (Rullie) Maszk of Grand Forks, N.D., and George Maszk of Seattle, Wash. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her par­ents and 11 brothers and sisters. A memorial service will be held in Savanna at a later date.

HAZEL (SMITH) HEISLER , age 76, of Mt. Carroll, Illinois, died Monday, September 22, 2003 at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Mt. Carroll. Funeral Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 25 in the Mt. Carroll Church of God, Mt. Carroll, Illinois. Visitations were held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 24 at the church. Burial was in the Center Hill Cemetery, rural Mt. Carroll. A memorial fund has been established in Hazel's name. Frank-Law-Jones Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Hazel was born March 31, 1927, in Mt. Carroll Township, rural Mt. Carroll, Illinois, the daughter of Allen and Nellie Weidman Smith. She married Alan L. Heisler on June 10, 1945 in Mt. Carroll. Hazel was the President of Heisler Stone Quarry in Mt. Carroll for over 30 years. She was a member of the Mt. Carroll Church of God and had formerly served as a deaconess. She was also a member of the church WCSC. Hazel loved to spend time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, reading, gardening and raising flowers. Survivors include her husband, Alan of Mt. Carroll; two sons, Edward Alan and his wife Arnette Heisler, Glen Albert and his wife Pam Heisler and a daughter, Janet Lee and her husband Delbert Hockman, all of Mt. Carroll; nine grandchildren, Greg and his wife Casey, Jennifer, Laura, Jeremy, Eric, and Daniel Heisler, Stacy and her husband Jeremy Coulthard, Ryan and Curt Hockman; four great grandchildren, Katie, Hannah, Keegan and Kalei; three brothers, Wilmer and his wife Doris Smith of Davis, Leroy and his wife Dolores Smith of Wichita Falls, TX, Earl and his wife Janice Smith of Mt. Carroll. Hazel was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Jean Platt.
Prairie Advocate 1 Oct 2003

ELIZABETH HELFRICH of the Caroline ,Mark Home died suddenly this morning about 11:30 from a heart attack. She was found in the bathroom at the Annex in which building she had her room. Dr. Colehour was called who pronounced her dead from heart disease. No inquest will be held. Miss Helfrich was born in Germany, July 26, 1869 and was at the time of her death 62 years of age. She entered the Caroline Mark Home May 2, 1925. For some time the lady has not been in good health, suffering from heart attacks but, this morning appeared to be feeling as well as usual. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. No arrangements have been made until word is received from relatives. The body was taken from the home to the Christian Funeral Home. Elizabeth Helfrich was the first daughter born to Phillip and Mary Helfrich. She was born on the 26th day of July in the year 1869, and died of heart disease at the Caroline Mark Home, the 10th of August 1931, at the age of 62 years and 15 days. She came to this country when 8 years of age and spent her remaining life in Car'roll county. On May 2nd, 1925 she entered the Caroline Home where she had since made her home. She is survived by nephews and two nieces many friends.

Card of Thanks - We wish to thank our friends for their kindness shown,during the death and burial of Aunt. The Nieces and Nephews
Date written on the obituary is August 10, 1931

LUVERTA (NIPE) HELFRICH , 62, of 511 N. Greenfield, died Saturday, November 7, 1987 at Freeport Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. For 19 years she was a teacher at Aquin High School. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and Ola Chapter, Easter Star in Mount Carroll and a former member of the Freeport Country Club. On November 28, 1924, she was born in Savanna, the daughter of William and Lillian (Schinkel) Nipe. On June 15, 1947 she married Robert Heisler in Mount Carroll. Surviving are her husband; two sons, William of Chicago and Charles of Edgewood, Ky.; and a grandson. Service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home. The Rev. Dr. Douglas Baer, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Mount Carroll. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established for First Presbyterian Church.
Contributed by Alice Horner

SARAH (SHIRK) HERNER , died on Saturday, Oct. 5th, 1895, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Adam Wiler, in West Carroll, aged 72 years. 4 months and 9 days. Sarah Shirk was born in Blenum, Canada, May 26, 1823 where she lived until she arrived at womanhood and was married to George Herner February 10. 1840. In 1850, she, with her husband moved to Carroll county, and resided here until 1868 when they moved to Iowa and lived there until Dec. 29, 1884, when her husband died. She returned to this city and made her home with her youngest daughter, Mrs. Adam Wiler, until the Master called her to her home above. Mrs. Herner had been a great sufferer since last March with heart trouble and dropsy. She was the mother of seven children, three daughters and four sons. One of the daughters preceded the mother to the spirit land. The others are: Mrs. Richard Johnston of Dennison Ia., Mrs. Adam Wiler- of this city, Elias of Nebraska, Meno of Fort Collins, Col., John of Webster City, Ia., and Reuben of Council Bluffs, Ia. Mrs. Adam Wiler and Reuben Herner were the only children present at the funeral, also a sister, Mrs. Sophia Wiler and son Stephen and daughter Minnie with her daughter Ida of Dakota, Stephenson Co., were present. Mrs. Herner joined the German Baptist church about 40 years ago and lived an honest and consistant christian life from that time until the day of her death. The funeral occurred Monday Oct, 7, at the residence, at 10 o’clock, a. m. A large number of relatives alid friends gathered from far and near to pay their last sad respects to all that was mortal of the kind old mother. Rev. Wm. H Eisenbise conducted the service and she was laid to rest in Oak Hill cemetery.
Contributed by Pam Wiler

REV. EVETT KNIGHT HESTER - Funeral services were held Monday in Rockford for the Rev. Evett Knight Hester, 77, who died of pneumonia in that city on Saturday. The services were held at Court Street Methodist church with burial in Greenwood cemetery, The deceased was for some time pastor of the Methodist church in Mount Carroll and was well known here. He served for more than 50 years as a pastor in the Rock River Methodist conference before his retirement two and one-half years ago. The Rev. Mr. Hester was born at Kent, Ind., October 20, 1003, and was ordained in the ministry in 1891. His first charge was at Malta, Ill., and later he served at Capron, Kingston, Genoa, Harvard, Yorkville, Berry Memorial church and Bowen church in Chicago, Antioch, Galena, LaSalle, Crystal Lake, Mount Carroll, Durand, and Winnebago. He was officially retired in , 1935, but continued to conduct services for three years after that time, in various capacities. Surviving are his widow, the former Mary Goodwin, whom he married December 20, 1888, at Sellersburg, Ind.; four sons, Evett Dorell Hester of Manila, Philip of Platteville, Wis., Gaius of Rockford, and Luther of Evanston, A former principal of New Milford high school; four grandchildren:; and a brother, Carlos, of Wichita Kan.

MARILYN (LEASE) HIHER , 71, of Savanna, Illinois, passed away Monday, January 23, 2006, at home with her family by her side in Savanna, Illinois. A Funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 26, 2006 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Savanna. Father Moises Apostol will be the Celebrant. Friends may call from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 25, 2006 at Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna. A Scripture Wake Service will be held at 5:30 p.m. prior to the visitation on Wednesday. Marilyn was born on March 16, 1934, in Savanna, the daughter of Claude and Carolyn (Tracey) Lease, Sr. On June 30, 1956 Marilyn married Edward I. Hiher, Sr. in Savanna. Marilyn enjoyed being a homemaker, she loved her family very much. She enjoyed Big Band “Swing” music and Country Classic. Marilyn was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. She was active in various organizations to benefit children and always worked to help raise money for the American Red Cross. Marilyn worked for twelve years at Big Meadows Nursing Home and seven years driving for Larry’s Cab Company in Savanna. Marilyn will be dearly missed by her loving husband, Edward; her mother, Carolyn L. Lease of Savanna; her two sons, Edward Hiher, Jr. of Savanna and James Hiher of Thomson, IL; three daughters, Tracy (Mark) Harrison of Fulton, IL, Mary (Robert) Stephenson of Rockford, Illinois and Cynthia Hiher of Savanna; eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren; one brother, Claude “Butch” (Connie) Lease of Savanna; one sister, Martha (Gary) Page of Hastings, MN, and one special Daughter in-law Shiela Hiher of Thomson; one niece; one nephew; and many other relatives. Marilyn was preceded in death by her father, Claude Lease, Sr.

KAREN (KNESS) HILLEMAN , 63. of Polo died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2004. at CGH Medical Center. She was employed by Kable News,. Mount Morris for 13 years, and owned and operated Movie Time, Polo, for several years. Mrs. Hilleman was born Dec. 17, 1940, in Chadwick. the daughter of Marie Kness. She married Fred E. Hilleman. He preceded her in death. She enjoyed bowling and collecting eagles. Survivors include a daughter. Dixie Hilleman of Polo: two sons. Rick Hilleman of Mount Morris and Fred H. "Fritz" (Tracy) Hilleman of Polo: a sister. Wilma Baumgardt of Freeport: and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother and two brothers. Graveside service is at 11 a.m. Thursday at Fairmount Cemetery, Polo, with the Rev. Steve Woita and the Rev. Ron McDermott co-offici­ating. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m.
Contributed by Jan Roggy

HAZEL HINEBAUGH , 78, of Chicago, formerly of this area, died this morning at Freeport Memorial Hospital. (The Social Security Death Index gives her date of death as May 1984.) Born May 6, 1906 in Mount Carroll, she is the daughter of Harry and Carrie (Shidler) Hinebaugh. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Grace (Oliver) Hermann of Warren, and Alice Rahn of Homewood. Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Bartell Funeral Home, Warren, with the Rev. Charles Terpening officiating. Burial will be in Cherry Grove Cemetery, Lanark. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Contributed by Alice Horner

HAZEL (ROWLAND) HOAK - Services for Mrs. Hazel M. (Rowland) Hoak, 90, of Lanark, who died Tuesday morning (August 1984) at Freeport Memorial Hospital after a short illness, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Frank Funeral Home, Lanark. The Rev. Dan Rusmisel, student pastor of Lanark Church of the Brethren, will officiate. Burial will be in Lanark Cemetery Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Prior to marriage, she was a schoolteacher and taught in several area schools. She and her husband operated the Hoak Drug Store, Lanark, for many years. Hoak was a member of Lanark Church of the Brethren. She was a past worthy matron of the Order of the Easter Star, past president of Carroll County Woman’s Club and a district woman’s club officer. Born March 22, 1894 in Lanark, she was the daughter of Charles and Addie (Boyd) Rowland. In 1915, she married Leslie Hoak in Lanark. He died in 1953. Surviving are one brother, Robert G. Rowland of Bellevue, Iowa; two grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Jack.
Contributed by Alice Horner

EARL HOLY , 86, of rural Savanna, died today at Savanna City Hospita (5 March 1979). He was a farmer in the Savanna area and a member of Center Hill United Brethren Church. Born June 27, 1892 in Savanna, he was the son of Augustus and Caroline (Oberheim) Holy. He married Myrtle Sisler Feb. 20, 1923 in Mount Carroll. She preceded him in death June 16, 1963. Surviving are one son, Merle of Savanna; one grandson; and one brother, Lewis of Mount Carroll. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Center Hill United Brethren Church with the Rev. Francis Langholf, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call after 12 noon Wednesday at the church until time of service. Arrangements were completed by Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna.
Contributed by Alice Horner

EDWARD C. HOLY , 24, bombardier, who was reported missing in action last March 31, 1945 was killed in action the same day, his father, Cleveland Holy, learned from the War Department last night. The plane, with Holy and crew, was shot down over Zietz , Germany and none had been heard from since. This was about the tenth mission for Holy. He had been stationed in England , having arrived overseas early in March. Edward C. Holy was born in Savanna, Carroll County , Illinois on September 26, 1922, and was graduated from Savanna Township High School and Carroll College at Waukesha , Wis. , where he received a B. A. degree in January 1943. He entered the service in February 1943. He is survived by his father and stepmother, both of Savanna and one sister, Marie Castona, Milwaukee , Wisconsin .
Contributed by Alice Horner - Note: He is buried at the Netherlands American ABMC Cemetery, Margraten, Limburg, Netherlands.

LEONARD HOLLY , was born in Standing Stone, Bradford county, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25, 1827 and died at his home three miles southeast of Milledgeville, Monday night, July 31, 1899, at the age of 71 years, 9 months, and 6 days. When yet a small boy he came with his parents to Ogle county. They made the trip with horses and wagon and it took six weeks to complete the journey. In April,1850, he moved to Carroll county. He was united in marriage with Catherine Johnston, of Canada, July 7, 1853. To this union, five children were born, one dying in infancy. There are: Francis A., of Wichita, Kan., Henry J., of Marshalltown, Ia., Hannah L., of Polo and William B., of Polo. His first wife died April 3, 1880. He was married to Hester Baker, Oct. 25, 1882. She still survives him. Two brothers and one sister also survive him. He enlisted in the 15th Illinois Infantry and was mustered into the service, February 28, 1865. He was honorable discharged September 29, 1865. He had not enjoyed good health since joining the army, He was a charter member of Kridler Post, G. A. R. and was one of its honored members at the time of his death. He had held offices of Town Clerk and Road Commissioner. For the past fifteen years, Mr. Holly had been failing in health gradually. Apparently, the night of his death, he was no worse than usual, however. The funeral was held from the South Elkhorn church, Thursday at 10:30 a.m., and the remains were interred in the cemetery beside the church. Rev. J. J. Rapp officiated. We extend to the sorrowful relatives our sincerest sympathy.
Contributed by Karen Fyock - Undated scrapbook clipping

THELMA (FOX) HOMMEDEW , 87, of Mount Carroll died Wednesday evening, Dec. 14, 1988 at Freeport Manor Nursing Center. The daughter of Edward and Wilhelmina (Reichert) Fox, she was born in Mount Carroll on Jan. 25, 1901. A Mount Carroll - Morrison area teacher for many years, she was also a member of the Carroll County Retired Teachers, Carroll County Historical Society, First Baptist Church and the PEO. Surviving are a daughter, Nancy Houston, of Darnstown, Md.; and two grandchildren. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Monday at Frank Funeral Home, Mount Carroll. The Rev. Scott Stapleton, pastor of First Baptist Church, will officiate. Her body was cremated.
Contributed by Alice Horner

ALOYS HOOVER , 50, died at his home in Lanark about 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. The body was removed to the Frank Funeral Home in Lanark, where friends may call. Funeral services will be conducted at the funeral home Friday at 3 p.m. (DST), the Rev. Merle Hawbecker, pastor of the Cherry Grove Church of the Brethren, officiating. Burial will be in the Lanark Cemetery. Mr. Hoover was born Nov. 2, 1907 at Mount Carroll, the son of Frank and Alice Hoover. He was married to Esther Frank on May 9, 1932 at Mount Carroll. They later moved to Lanark to make their home. Survivors are his widow, five sons, William and Richard, Lanark, Frank and Dennis at home, James of Rockford, two daughters, Norma at home, Mrs. Jerry (Donna) Haas, Shannon, three grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Glenn Lege, Rockford, Mrs. Lester Roberts, Palatine, and one brother, Arthur Hoover, Palatine.
Contributed by Melva L. Taylor

DANIEL W. HOOVER , 81, of Savanna, died Monday at Savanna City Hospital. (Note: The Social Security Death Index gives the date as December 1983.) He was an engineer for the Milwaukee Railroad. He was a member of Community United Church of Christ, Masonic Lodge and Order of the Eastern Star, all in Savanna. He was also a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Born Aug. 26, 1902 in Mount Carroll, he was the son of Walter and Alice (Mummert) Hoover. He married Maribel Brown Sept. 22, 1926. Among the survivors are his widow; and one sister, Elsie Shrake of Savanna. He was preceded in death by four brothers. Service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Community United Church of Christ with the Rev. Gwen Osuch officiating. Burial will be in Savanna Township Cemetery. Friends may call from 7 to 9 tonight at Law-Jones Funeral Home, Savanna, where a Masonic service will be held at 8 p.m.
Contributed by Alice Horner

SAMUEL HOOVER - The funeral services of Samuel Hoover who was killed in the cyclone of May 18, at the Carroll County poorhouse, were conducted in the Dunkard church at Dutchtown, last Sunday afternoon, Rev. Z. Y. Livengood, of Lanark, officiating, assisted by Rev. J. O. Talley. Samuel Hoover, who at the time of his death was 58 years of age, was a native of Somerset County, Pennsylvania, having come to this county about thirty-five years ago. For many years he worked around among the farmers, making his home wherever he was employed. For the past eight years he boarded himself, his main occupation being sawing wood. Last fall he became so helpless that it was thought best to have him taken to the poorhouse where he met with his death as above stated. The morning of the day of the cyclone he had mailed a letter to Henry Meyers of this city, asking his to come up and take him down to Wysox where he might visit for awhile. The storm that caused his death leveled the county house, which was a brick structure. The inmates were told to go to the cellar to which request all answered but Mr. Hoover who insteead of going to the cellar went to his room where the following morning he was found dead. On Saturday May 20, his body was laid to rest in the Dutchtown burying ground. To mourn his loss he leaves three brothers and two sisters.
Contributed by Karen Fyock - 1898 Undated scrapbook clipping

BEULAH (FREDERICK) HOY , eldest daughter of John and Ida (McGinnis) Frederick was born in JoDaviess County, May 30, 1880. She became the wife of William Hoy twenty five years ago last June, the marriage having taken place at Mt Carroll. She passed away at her home near Savanna Illinois, August 31st 1922 at the age of 42 years 3 months, 28 days, leaving to mourn her death, her husband, three sons, Pierce, John, and Clem, all of Savanna, also two grandchildren, an aged mother, Mrs Ida Frederick of Freeport, Illinois, her father John A. Frederick having died in the month of June 1915. Beulah was the eldest of a family of eight children, six of whom are now living, a sister Mrs Ella Howe having preceeded her in death on January 3rd of the present year. Those remaining who deeply mourn the loss of a loved sister are Samuel Frederick of Savanna, Mrs Jessie Green of Thomson, Mrs Alma Keltner and Mrs Edna Ethridge of Fort Lupton, Colorado, Lawrence Frederick of Savanna, and Miss Vena Frederick of Freeport. At the age of 16 she was converted to a belief in Christ under the teachings of Rev. Mrs. C.C. Babcock united with the Christian Church at Thomson Illinois, and has lived a consistent Christian life, following at all times the best she could, the teachings of the Blessed Saviour, always observing these words "As ye would that others should do unto you, do ye even so unto them." Mrs Hoy was a faithful and affectionate wife and mother, a dutiful daughter, a kind and helpful neighbor, and will be greatly missed, not alone in her own home, but in the whole community. Hers was a hand which oft times smoothed the pillow of the suffering, hers was the voice and smile which brought courage and comfort to those in distress. No call for aid or comfort was ever passed or unnoticed by this good woman who has been called from earth life to her home in the world beyond. The funeral was held at the late home of the deceased, Sunday at 10 a.m. J.M. Fay of Fulton acting as director and Rev. Frank Z. Winebrenner of the M.E. Church of Thomson conducting the services, basing his remarks from the word to be found in Job 14:14 - "If a man die shall he live again". Mr and Mrs James Frost, feelingly and impressingly rendered the following selections, "Beautiful Isle Of Somewhere", and "He Knows It All". Those attending the casket were Uncles of the deceased, Messers J.S. George and Clem McGinnis, William and David Frederick, and George Green. Many choice floral tributres, gifts from those who had known and loved Beulah during her lifetime covered the casket and as they shed perfume even as they were beginning to wither, they were symbolic of the life just closed. The good deeds, the willing hands of Beulah were so ever ready to perform, were as the sunshine of the September day, gently laid to rest in the little cemetary at Argo, where are sleeping her father and sister. "We saw not the angels who met her there, The gates of the city we could not see, Over the river, Over the river, My Beulah stands waiting to welcome me.

EMMA (ERLING) HOY , age 75, of Thomson, Illinois, died Thursday, March 19, 2009, at home surrounded by her family. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2009 at the Thomson United Methodist Church, Thomson with Pastor Paul Fritz officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Cremation rites have been accorded. Inurnment will take place in Arkansas at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Thomson United Methodist Church and Mercy Hospice in Erma’s memory. Erma was born on February 2, 1934, in Princeton, Iowa the daughter of Raymond and Pearl (Tobey) Erling. She attended York Community High School and graduated with the Class of 1951. Erma married Hal D. Hoy on June 5, 1953 in Thomson. Erma worked for the Van Allen Tea Room and the Clinton Garment Factory Clinton, Iowa. Erma was a homemaker who loved taking care of her family and was known for her Christmas cookie tradition. She was a member of the Thomson United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women. Erma loved quilting, traveling, painting, and spending time at her second home in Arkansas. Most of all, Erma cherished the time she spent with her family. Erma is survived by her husband Hal; five children, Vicki Zink of Sycamore, Illinois, Randi (Dee) Hoy of Bigelow, Arkansas, Mark Hoy of Clinton, Tammy Houzenga of Bettendorf, Iowa, Bonnie (Doug) Dunn of Thomson; eleven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; one brother Larry (Joyce) Erling of Long Grove, Iowa; one sister, Shirley Mackin of Apache Junction, Arizona. Erma is preceded in death by her parents.
Contributed by Lori Gilbert

WILLIAM HOY , was born in Jo Daviess county March 28, 1875 and in the summer of 1897 was united in marriage to Miss Beulah Frederick at Mt Carroll. They engaged in farming, which they followed until the death of Mrs Hoy, September 1, 1922 (Her obituary says August 31, 1922) . Since that time Mr Hoy had made his home with his sons. Several years ago he united with the Christian church in Thomson. He is survived by three sons, John of Argo, Clem of Thomson, and Pierce of South Bend, Indiana, four brothers James, Reuben, and Herbert Hoy of Charles City, Iowa and Bert of Montana: a sister Mrs Hattie Johnson of Stockton. He was preceede in death by his parents, his wife and a sister. Among those from out of town who were here for the funeral were Mr and Mrs James Hoy and sons Marian and Merle, Siras Hoy of Charles City, Iowa; Mr and Mrs Mobile Johnston, Mr and Mrs John Stees of Stockton, Mr and Mrs Frank Johnson, Mrs Jessie Green of Freeport; Mr and Mrs Frank Keltlinger, Mr and Mrs Leo Bailey, Mrs James Thurlen of Savanna

Funeral Notice: Funeral services for William Hoy, who passed away last Thursday at 11:30 a.m. in the Savanna City hospital, were held at 2 o’clock Saturday afternoon in the Argo M. C. Church with the pastor, Rev. Nesmith officiating. A male quintet consisting of E. O. Hommer, Joe Wilt, George and Al St. Ores of Thomson sang “This Beautiful Land, When My Soul Resides Home, and Resting Now.” They were accompanied by Harriett Smith. Pallbearers were George Mott, Fred Doden, Robert Coon, Frank Holman Sr., Earl Holman and Joe McGinnis. Burial was made in the Argo Cemetery . William Hoy was born in Jo Daviess County March 28, 1875 and in the summer of 1897 was united in marriage with Miss Beulah Frederick at Mt. Carroll . They engaged in farming, which they followed until the death of Mrs. Hoy, September 1, 1922. Since that time, Mr. Hoy had made his home with his sons. Several years ago, he united with the Christian church in Thomson. He is survived by three sons, John of Argo, Clem of Thomson, and Pierce of South Bend, Indiana, and four brothers, James, Reuben, and Herbert Hoy of Charles City, Illinois and Bert of Montana, a sister, Mrs. Hattie Johnson of Stockton . He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and a sister.
Contributed by Alice Horner Thomson Review, Thursday, November 18, 1937

STANLEY JAMES HOYER , 78, of Savanna, died Wednesday. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the Law-Jones Funeral Home, Savanna. The Rev. Jennifer Johnson of Community United Church of Christ, Savanna, will be officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Sabula. He was born June 23, 1925, in Dubuque to Peter and Dolly Stoddard Hoyer. He married Dorothy Ann Knuppe on Dec. 4, 1948, in Sabula. He worked with the Savanna Army Depot for 26 years before retiring in 1976. He also farmed in Schapville, Ill. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Susan J. Diehl of Freeport, Ill., and Mrs. Anna (Howard) McDanel of Elizabeth, Ill.; three sons, James (Shirley) Hoyer of Stockton, Ill., Dennis (Sandy) Hoyer of Dubuque and David (Kelly) Hoyer of Highlands Ranch, Colo.; two sisters, Louise Rietz of Galena, Ill., and Vera Wullweber of Galena; two brothers, Robert L. (Jean) Hoyer of Benton, Wis., and Carl M. (Greta) Hoyer of Elizabeth; 13 grandchildren; and six great- grandchildren.
Clinton Herald 19 February 2004

RUTH (SWITZER) HULL , Services were held Saturday for Ruth Switzer Hull of Lawrence, Kan., who died Wednesday August 25, 1993 of cancer in her home. Born April 28, 1914 at Thomson, she was a daughter of Charles Knud and Clara Louisa (Francke) Switzer. In 1931, she graduated from York Community High School in Thomson. She attended Illinois College, Jacksonville, for one year and was then employed as a nurse’s aide at University Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa for four years. In 1938 she received her degree in psychology from Parsons College, Fairfield, Iowa. She was an elementary schoolteacher at Farrar, Iowa and was a counselor at the Institute for Living in Hartford, Conn., each for one year, prior to her return to Fairfield where she married Morris Hull on June 15, 1940. A homemaker, she and her husband lived in Des Moines, Iowa, and Ames, Iowa, before moving to Eureka Springs, Ark., in 1946. There she was an elementary schoolteacher from 1956 to 1970. Completing her master’s degree in counseling education at the University of Arkansas, she was a school counselor for several years before retiring. A member of St. James Episcopal Church of Eureka Springs, she served on various church committees and groups. She was a member of PTA and was involved in civic affairs, including assisting at the congregate meal site for senior citizens. In 1983, she and her husband moved to Lawrence where she served on the board of directors of the Lawrence Senior Center. Surviving are two sons, Walter (Ruth) Hull of Lawrence and Mark Hull of Missoula, Mont.; one daughter, Dr. Margaret Hull Hornick of New York City and Great Barrington, Mass.; and four grandchildren. Also one brother, David (Carolyn) Switzer of Zion; several cousins including Ellen (William) Irwin and Stephen A. Dorleen Switzer, both of Freeport, and Col. (Ret.) W. Homer (Virginia) Switzer of Vienna, Va.; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris, in 1989, two brothers and one sister. Her body was donated to the Kansas University Medical Center. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurses Association of Douglas County, Kansas.
Contributed by Alice Horner

CLARA (HORTON) HUTCHISON , age 90, of Polo and formerly of Lanark and Milledgeville, died Saturday, January 10, 2004 at KSB Hospital in Dixon. Funeral services were held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 13, 2004 at Russell-Frank Funeral Home in Lanark, Rev. Vincent Marrandino of Dixon officiated. Burial was in the Lanark Cemetery. Visitations were from 4 to 7 P.M. on Monday at the funeral home in Lanark. A memorial has been established in her memory. Clara was born October 25, 1913 in Coleta, daughter of Fred and Jeanette (Preston) Horton. She married Ward S. Hutchison in Coleta. She was a homemaker and worked at General Electric in Morrison for many years. She was very active in the Shiloh Women's Relief Corps for many years. Clara is survived by one son, Stanley (Mary) Hutchison of Pearl City; one daughter, Mary Jane (Larry) Wagner of Polo, with whom she lived; her grandchildren, Steve (Janice) Hutchison, Pam (Harry) Rogers, Ron Wagner, Susan (Mark) Naylon, Pat (Glenn) Oliveira, Larry (Valerie) Wagner; her great grandchildren, Angela Evans, Spencer Hutchison, Michelle Sugars, Alec Wagner, Eric & Ryan Naylon, Logan Wagner, Kyle & Natalie Oliveira, and Nicole Hutchison; one great great grandson, Sidney Hutchison. Clara's husband, Ward in 1982; a grandson, Gary Hutchison; a great granddaughter, Lauren; sisters, Ruth & Lois; brothers, Harold, James, Guy, Lynn, Dale & Neil precedes her in death.

HOLLY ESTABROOKS HUTCHISON , 51, of Milledgeville died Wednesday, May 5, 2004, at her home. She was employed by PNC Inc., Polo, for more than 16 years. Mrs. Hutchison was born March 10, 1953, in Sterling. the daughter of Robert and Joyce (Hoak) Eastabrooks. She married Ray A. Hutchison on Dec. 11, 1971. She was a member of Milledgeville Brethren Church and was involved with the Awana Program. She served as secretary of the Illinois Pet & Game Breeders Society and enjoyed raising exotic animals. Survivors iriclude her husband; two sons, Kelcy Hutchison and Kasey Hutchison, both of Milledgeville; a brother. Lanny (Barbara) Eastabrooks of Milledgeville; two aunts; and six nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. The funeral is at 10 a.m. Saturday It Milledgeville Brethren Church with the Rev. Russell Gordon offici­ating. Burial is at South Elkhorn cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Arrangements were completed by Allen-Grennan funeral Homes. Milledgeville Chapel.
Conbributed by Jan Roggy

ROBERT C. HUTCHISON , age 67, of Mt. Carroll, Illinois, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2008 at the First Baptist Church, Mt. Carroll with Pastor Bob Ziebarth officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at the Church. Memorials may be given in Bob's name for the local organization of your choice. Bob was born February 7, 1941 in Pekin, Illinois, the son of Robert P. And Doris (Ruble) Hutchison. He graduated with the Class of 1959 from Bettendorf High School, Bettendorf, Iowa. In 1963, he graduated from the College of Pharmacy at Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa. On August 25, 1963, Bob married his college sweetheart, Mary Ann Plate. After few years of working as a pharmacist in the Quad Cities, Bob purchased a local pharmacy in Mt. Carroll, IL, in 1968. Bob and Mary Ann quickly fell in love with Mt. Carroll. In 1970, he was joined by his brother, John, changing the store name to The Pharmacy Center. After a 30-year career in Mount Carroll, he retired in 1998. Bob loved working with people as a community pharmacist, and serving as a delegate to the Illinois Pharmaceutical Association for three decades. Bob was an enthusiastic and dedicated community leader and volunteer. He served in many leadership roles for the Mt. Carroll First Baptist Church and the Mt. Carroll Chamber of Commerce. He was also active in the Senior Living Board, Campbell Center Board, Jaycees, and various other community groups and projects. Through his daughter's encouragement, Bob became a national volunteer with the KaBOOM! Organization to create safe play areas in under-served neighborhoods. Bob believed in hard work, doing his part for his community, and also having fun in life. He loved traveling, good food, boating on the Mississippi, playing trumpet in the Mt. Carroll Stage Band, spending time with friends and family, and being a doting grandfather. Bob will be dearly missed by his wife, Mary Ann Hutchison of Mt. Carroll; his son, Robert H. Hutchison of Savanna; his daughter, Dawn (Christopher) Hutchison-Weiss of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and three brothers, John (Jean) Hutchison of Mt. Carroll, Dick (Penny) Hutchison of Orion, Illinois and Jim (Ann) Hutchison of Burlington, Wisconsin. Bob is preceded in death by both parents.
Contributed by Lori Gilbert