Myra June Vaughn

Myra June Vaughn, daughter of Henry Pleas Vinson & Lillian (Goddard) Vinson, was born June 8, 1917 in the Tunnel Hill Township of Johnson County, IL. She departed this life Sunday evening, January 9, 2005, at 10:45 PM at the Woodland Convalescent Center in Newburgh, IN. At the time of her passing, June had attained the age of 87 years 7 months & 1 day.

June was united in marriage to Curtis C. Vaughn on August 16, 1936 in Albion, IL. He preceded her in death on June 30, 1995.

Survivors include: a Son – Henry & Sue Vaughn of Evansville, IN; a Daughter – Charlotte Stoll-Reynolds of Evansville, IN; 5 Grandsons – Rick Vaughn, Ross Vaughn, Joseph Stoll, Jeffrey Stoll, & Jay Curtis Stoll; 9 Great Grandchildren – Jenny Vaughn, Sara Vaughn, Taylor Stoll, Tanner Stoll, Memry Stoll, Mason Stoll, Carolina Stoll, Michelle Stoll, & Joey Stoll; a Sister – Ann Alden; Nieces, Nephews & Cousins.

In addition to her Parents & Husband, June was preceded in death by: a Brother – George A. “Jack” Vinson; a Sister – Kathleen Dowdy; & Grandchildren – Mariann & Gregory.

June was a graduate of the Harrisburg School of Beauty Culture. She, along with her sister Kathleen, operated a beauty shop in Vienna. Later, she operated a shop from her home in New Harmony, IN. June was a devoted member of the Taylor United Methodist Church, where she had been a member of the church choir. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors of America, the homemaker’s club of New Harmony, IN, and had served as a Girl Scout leader. June enjoyed crocheting.

Funeral services will be held Friday, January 14, 2005, at 1 PM at the Taylor United Methodist Church. Rev. Dennis Fager will officiate. Interment will be in the Taylor Cemetery.

Friends may call from 11 AM – 1 PM Friday at Taylor United Methodist Church.

Memorials may be made to the Taylor United Methodist Church, c/o Curtis Fairless, 1050 Old Bloomfield Road, Vienna, IL 62995.