Genealogy Trails.com - Moultrie County, Illinois

* Cody, Amanda M.
* Cody, Silas M.
* Duncan, Charlotte R.
* Duncan, Delbert W.
* Duncan, Ethel B.
* Duncan, Flora (Poland)
* Duncan, Jesse Raymond
* Duncan, Lorena B.
* Duncan, Martha Lydia
* Duncan, Rhoda Bell
* Duncan, W. A.
* Eckel, Wayne L
    - From Charleston Times Courier
    - From Decatur Herald & Review
    - From Mattoon Journal Gazette
* Ham, William
* Kearney, Dorothy
* Kearney, Harry

* Reedy, Esther Frances Loy
* Reedy, Ira Glen
* Richardson, Bluford Wiley, Jr.
* Richardson, Bluford Wiley, Sr.

* Richardson, Clarence Guy
* Richardson, Earl "Twisty"
* Richardson, Frances Moselle Johnson
* Richardson, Robert W.
* Richardson, Mary
* Smith, Mary Rachel Mullinex
* Smith, Wm.
* Wilson, Ivy May
* Younger, Amanda

Mrs. Amanda M. Cody passed away at 3:30 Tuesday afternoon at her home in the southeast part of town, at the age of 72 years. She had been in failing health for several years, but her illness was of a little over a week's duration. All of her children were at her bedside when the end came.

     Mrs. Cody, daughter of Francis M. and Lucy Ann Dow, was born July 19, 1865, in Cumberland county. At an early age she joined the Christian church and lived a true Christian life.
    On Nov. 26, 1890, she was united in marriage with Silas M. Cody of Toledo, Ill. To this union eight children were born. Those surviving are Charles of Cushing, Ia., Mrs. Clara Kersey and Ansel of Mattoon, Lester, Mrs. Celia Robinson, Mrs. Grace McDonald and Mrs. Dorothy Ward of this city.
     A baby daughter died in 1893.
    Besides the children she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mattie Hall of Mattoon; three brothers, Lawrence of Mattoon, and Aden and Clarence of Arkansas; and thirteen grandchildren. One grandchild, Patricia McDonald passed away in 1932.
    Funeral services were held at 2:30 Thursday afternoon at the French Chapel, conducted by Rev. Ray McCoy. Interment was in French Cemetery. The Pall bearers were Henry Lincoln, Phillip Heaton, Harry Dow, Chester Dow, Carl Hall, and Orville Dow.

Silas M. Cody died at his home here, Thursday morning from a stroke of paralysis which paralyzed his throat several days ago.
     He was born March 29, 1865 and for the past 26 years lived in Sullivan. He was a retired railroad section man.
Surviving are the following children: Mrs. George Robinson, Mrs. Grace McDonald and Mrs. Clarence Ward and Lester Cody of this city; Mrs. Clara Kersey and Ansel Kersey of Mattoon and Charles Cody of Cushing, Iowa.
     His wife preceded him in death about two years ago.
    Funeral services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock at the McMullins Funeral home. The Rev. Francis Strobel will be in charge. Interment will be in the French cemetery. Pall bearers will be Orman Newbould, Levi Wells, Albert Myers, Ray McDonald, Dan Robinson, and Link McCune. Submitted by Joyce Hefner. Possibly from Moultrie County News

Wm. Ham, aged 57 years, was found dead about 3 o'clock Thursday afternoon in a corn crib on O. B. Lowe's farm, in East Nelson Township, [ed., by] Mrs. T. J. Winchester, who lived on the place. The deceased had been husking corn and had brought in a load. Mrs. Winchester noticed that the team was standing a long time at the crib which led her to investigate, with the result that she found him dead as stated above, John D. Purvis, a justice of the peace for East Nelson township in the absence of Coroner Gladville, impanelled a jury consisting of Dr. E. L. Hardin, foreman; Charles J. Booze, clerk and J. R. Pogue, Wm. Davis, Felix Feist and Ed. Hollenbeck. The verdict of the jury was that death was caused by epilepsy. The deceased was born in Moultrie county and had lived in Sullivan the greater part of his life. He was a blacksmith by occupation, but had not worked at the trade for several years. He leaves two sons and a daughter, all about grown. The internment was at the Sullivan cemetery yesterday afternoon. - Saturday Herald. Oct. 22, 1897. Lovington Reporter. (Contributed by Aly Hamm hammcon@mcleodusa.net)

KEARNEY, Dorothy Frances Griggs, wife of Harry Corwin Kearney, was born Dorothy Frances Griggs 8 Mar 1892 Sangamon Co., Il d/o George Alexander Griggs and Susan Edith Humphrey, and 15 April 1969 in Bridgeport, CT (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

KEARNEY, Harry Corwin, husband of Dorothy Frances Griggs, was born Sep 1882 in IL s/o Thomas Corwin Kearney and Sarah Elizabeth Overstreet, and died 5 May 1944 in East St. Louis IL. (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

Esther Frances Loy Reedy died on September 2, 1987.She was the daughter of Earl and Frances Loy. She was born on July 3, 1914 in Moultrie County, Illinois. She married Ira Glenn Reedy on December 25, 1932 in Witt, Il. She is survived by her husband and four children, Chloanne Greathouse, Janice Sutton, Terry Reedy and Jim Reedy. (Contributed by Janice Sutton cjsutt@bbtel.com)

Ira Glenn Reedy died on May 30, 1989. He was the son of W. H. and Charlotte Reedy. He was born on November 11, 1908 in Moultrie County. He was married to Esther Loy on December 25, 1932 in Witt, Il. He is survived by his four children, Chloanne Reedy, Janice Sutton, Terry Reedy and Jim Reedy.Contributed by Janice Sutton cjsutt@bbtel.com)

RICHARDSON, Bluford Wiley Jr., husband of Laurel Belle Smith, born 19 Sep 1875 Johnson Co., IN s/o Bluford Wiley Richardson Sr. and Mary Sophronia Burton, and died 3 July 1898 Lovington, Moultrie Co., IL. Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

RICHARDSON, Bluford Wiley Sr., husband of Mary Sophronia Burton, born 11 Mar 1842 Hensley, Johnson Co., IN s/o John (Jack) Richardson and Nancy Buttram, and died 17 Sep 1889 Lovington, Moultrie Co., IL (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

Funeral services for Clarence G. Richardson, of Springfield, were held at the McMullin Funeral Home in Lovington on Wednesday afternoon in Lovington on Wednesday afternoon at 1:30. His death occurred Sunday afternoon at St. John s Sanitarium near Riverton [ed., St. John's Sanitarium served crippled children and tuberculosis patients]. The services were in charge of Dr. Richard Paul Graebel, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Springfield.

The deceased was born at Lovington on May 5, 1897, the son of Bluford and Laurel (Smith) Richardson of this place. The father passed away when he was one year old. The mother, who is now Mrs. Laurel B. Campbell, lives in South Pasadena, Calif., and due to ill health was unable to attend the funeral.

Clarence Richardson and Miss Frances Johnson of Bloomington were married about 1930. To this union four children were born, Sally, a senior in Springfield High School, David and Mary Frances, and a child dying in infancy. He also leaves two half-brothers, Robert W. and William L. Campbell, of Pasadena, Calif., and a half-sister, Mrs. Mildred Garner, of Los Angeles, Calif.

Mr. Richardson and family have lived in Chicago, Bloomington, and years previous to that they have at one time resided here.

The deceased served in the Army during World War I and during World War II was employed as an engineer at the Bureau of Yards and Docks at Chicago.

The pall bearers were C. O. Hesler of Springfield, Fred B. Wood of Decatur, Jess Fisher of Bloomington, Ray Shotwell of Normal, and A. A. Shields and Walter Gentry of Lovington.

Graveside services at the Kellar Cemetery were with military honors in charge of Community Post No. 429, American Legion.

Commander Willie B. Elliott of the local post conducted the burial rites, assisted by Jack Dixon as chaplain.

The color bearers were Jack Wilt and Gerald Murphy, with Don Wilt and Charles W. Sharpe serving as the color guard. The firing squad was composed of Cleo Davis, Harry Suderley, Robert Frantz, Gene Frantz, Guy Frantz, David Coslow and Duward McClard. Jack Mechling was Sergeant of Arms. Taps were sounded by Iverson Barr and Robert Foley. Lovington Reporter 3 June 1949 (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

RICHARDSON, Frances J., wife of Clarence Guy Richardson, was born Frances Moselle Johnson 14 Apr 1909 near Hooker, Texas Co., OK, d/o Frederick Boyd Johnson and Sarah Helen Griggs, and died 6 Mar 2002 Marrietta, Cobb Co., GA.(Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

Mrs. Mary S. Richardson, 94, for many years a well known woman of this community, died Saturday in a nursing home at 364 West William Street in Decatur. The body was brought to the Methodist Church in Lovington Monday afternoon where funeral services were held at 2 o'clock, conducted by the pastor, Rev. L. E. Kettelkamp. Mrs. Kettelkamp and sister, Miss Freda Beeker sang with Mrs. C. A. Gregory as the accompanist. Burial was in the Kellar cemetery.

Mrs. Richardson was born in Brown county, Ind., April 18, 1846. She was united in marriage with Bluford W. Richardson in 1865. The latter passed away in 1889.

The deceased is survived by three sons, U. E. and John W. Richardson of Decatur and Lewis Richardson of Taylorville; also one sister, Mrs. H. M. Riggs and one brother, Nicholas Burton, both of Iola, Kans. There are 17 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

Mrs. Richardson had been a member of the Methodist church for 56 years. She had been living in the nursing home in Decatur for the past two years.

Richardson, Earl E. Obituary - born 26 Feb 1905 in Lovington, IL son of Ulysses Ellsworth Richardson and Fannie B. Cochran. 8 Sep 1993 Wednesday - maybe a Decatur newspaper (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

Earl E. Twisty Richardson, 88, of Decatur died at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 6, 1993 in his home.

Grave side services will be held at noon Friday in Macon County Memorial Park with a memorial service at 1 p.m. Friday in the Westminster Presbyterian Church with the Dawson & Wikoff West Wood Street Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements. There will be no visitation.

Born Feb. 26, 1905 in Lovington, he was the son of U. E. Richardson. He was a graduate of Millikin University where he was a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon social fraternity, and he received a joint Millikin Alumni Loyalty award with his wife in 1988. He was also active in the Millikin Quarterback Club, was past local president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, past vice president of the Illinois Junior Chamber of Commerce and past director of the U.S. Junior Chamber of Commerce. He was a 50-year member and past President of the Kiwanis Club and served on the advisory board of the Salvation Army.

He founded the accounting firm of Richardson, Karloski & Pinkley [ed., now McGuire, Yuhas, Huffman, & Buckley], was a member and elder of the Westminster Presbyterian Church, a member of the Illinois Society of Certified Public Accountants, the Elks Club and the Decatur Club and was a former member of the Country Club of Decatur and the South Side Country Club. He was also active with SCORE and with Dove. He married Ruth Fern Watkins April 28, 1934 in Decatur, and she died Oct. 24, 1989.

He is Survived by daughters, Mrs. C. Elliott (Nancy) Bell Jr. of St. Louis, Mo. and Mrs. Daniel E. (Linda) Garver of Omaha, Neb., and five grandchildren.

Wm. S. Smith, for more than a half century a well known citizen of Lovington, died Tuesday morning about 9:00 o'clock, at the home of his son, Bert Smith, 2 1/2 miles north of Lovington. He had been suffering from stomach trouble and a few weeks ago heart trouble developed. The end came suddenly Tuesday morning, after Mr. Smith had been able to be up and partake of his breakfast. The news of his sudden death reached his many friends as a great surprise. The body was removed to the McMillin funeral home and prepared for burial.
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the Lovington Christian church, conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. E. Franklin. Music was furnished by Mrs. Homer White and H. M. Walmsley, with Mrs. Fred I. Clark at the Piano. Burial was in the Kellar cemetery.
The pall bearers were Dale Smith, C. G. Richardson, Raymond Smith, Robert Campbell, Will Simpson, and Bert Simpson, all grandsons of the deceased.
William S. Smith was born near Lexington, Ind., Sept. 5, 1851. He came to Illinois with his grandparents when 10 years of age. They resided in Coles County for a short time, coming to Moultrie County and living south of Lake City until the deceased was 18 years of age. He went to Decatur and began work in the Gaman Wagon shop and while living in Decatur was a member of the Decatur Volunteer Fire department, an organization that has long since given way to a highly efficient city fire department.
In 1872 Mr. Smith came to Lovington to make his home and in January 1876, he became a member of the Christian church.
On Aug. 27, 1876, the deceased was united in Marriage with Mary R. Mullinix, by the late Rev. H. Y. Kellar, at his home in this city. To this union six children were born, Laurel B., Arthur R., Edith, wife of James Simpson, William H., with whom he made his home, all of this city, Fredrick G., of Los Angeles, Calif., and Lillian, who died in infancy. The mother passed away Feb. 16, 1890 .
Besides the children Mr. Smith leaves one sister, Mrs. Emma Keifer, of Rock Island , Ill. , also 19 grandchildren, one great grandson and two great grandsons by marriage.
Mr. Smith retired from business in 1920. Four years ago he moved to the country with his son Bert, where he passed away on March 5, 1929 , aged 77 years and six months.
Mr. Smith was a lover of the great out-of-doors and his customary diversion from work was a long walk. He usually spent his leisure time in roaming the timbers and along the banks of the streams within walking distance of his home.
Mr. Smith was engaged in blacksmithing for many years, only retiring from active business a few years ago, when his advanced age forced him to take a well earned rest. Lovington Reporter March 1929 Moultrie County Illinois. (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

Obituary of Richardson, Robert William
Robert W. Richardson, three months old babe of Mr. and Mrs. Clarance Richardson passed away Monday morning May 15, 1933 at the home of his parents. The babe died of pneumonia being ill only a short time.

Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock at the home. Burial was in Kellar Cemetery. Lovington Reporter 19 May 1933 (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

RICHARDSON, Robert William was born 10 Feb 1933 Normal McLean Co., IL, s/o Clarence Guy Richardson and Frances Moselle Johnson, and died 15 May 1933 Normal McLean Co., IL Lovington Reporter 19 May 1933 (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

SMITH, Lillian born 10 Feb 1890 Lovington, Moultrie Co., IL d/o William S. Smith and Mary Rachel Mullinix, and died 2 June 1890 Lovington, Moultrie Co., IL (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

SMITH, Mary Rachel Mullinex wife of William S. Smith, was born was born Mary Rachel Mullinix 27 Dec 1856 Circleville, Pickaway Co., Ohio, d/o John Wesley Mullinix and Nancy Dennis, and died 16 Feb 1890 Lovington, Moultrie Co., IL (Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

William S. Smith husband of Mary Rachel Mullinix, was born 5 Sep 1851 Lexington Scott Co., IN s/o George W. Smith and Mary Catherine Covert, and died in Lovington, Moultrie Co., IL.(Contributed by Dave Richardson dave.richardson@mindspring.com)

Mrs. Ivy May Wilson, 74, of Decatur, died Thursday 9 Aug 1961 at the home of her son, Darrell in Arthur.
     Mrs. Wilson was born 20 Mar 1887 near Cadwell, a daughter of Henry and Susie Wiser Ray where she married Roy Wilson in 1906, who preceded her in death.
    Mrs. Wilson was a member of Grace Methodist church of Decatur.
    She leaves one son, Darrell, of Arthur; one daughter, Mrs. Frank (Fern) Waller of Decatur; one brother Guy Ray of Decatur, and one sister, Mrs. Myrtle Chandler of Fontana, Wisconsin.
    Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Friday in Fleming Funeral Home, Arthur. Burial was in Kellar cemetery near Lovington.

Miss Amanda Younger died Saturday at the home of her nephew, James Younger, West of town. She was born in N. Carolina on the 24th of March 1829. When 19 years old she united with the Baptist church. In 1868 she came to Ill. where she has lived ever since. Two years ago she united with the Christian church here and was always found at church when able. She leaves one brother, one sister.
The funeral was held in the Christian church Sunday morning at 11 o'clock and the sermon was preached by Elder W. S. Herman. The body was laid to rest in the Oak Grove Cemetery.
(taken from a scrapbook owned by Mrs. J. H. Sharp of Bethany, Ill. ca 1901) Found in Vol. II, No. 4 November 1974 Moultrie County Heritage, Sullivan, Illinois.

SULLIVAN - Wayne L. Eckel, 83 , of Sullivan, died 4:20 p.m. Friday (June 23, 2006) in Eastview Terrace, Sullivan.
     Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Tuesday in the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ, Sullivan with Felix Hagerman officiating. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan and at the church one hour before services Tuesday. Burial will be in the Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials are suggested to the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ or the Titus Presbyterian Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
    Wayne was born February 18, 1923 in Schuyler County, Illinois, the son of Ace and Louise Colclasure Eckel. He had worked at Community Industries, Yardman and Agri-Fab in Sullivan, was a member of the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ, past president of the Coles-Moultrie Electric Co-Op, had been a board member for the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, board member of Illinois Printing Service, past president of Sullivan Industrial Marketing, Inc. and was a RSVP volunteer for Mrs. Bolin's reading class.
    Wayne married Nancy L. Lane on June 23, 1951 in Sullivan.
Surviving are his wife, Nancy; son, Chris Eckel and his wife Jeri; grandchildren, Brandy Neville, Schuyler Eckel, Kelsey Eckel and Ryan Eckel; great-grandchildren, Ethan Neville and Maddie Neville all of Sullivan.
    He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dale.
    To sign the online guestbook, go to www.jg-tc.com and click on obituaries.
Times-Courier, Charleston, IL, June 26, 2006

SULLIVAN - Wayne L. Eckel, 83 , of Sullivan, died 4:20 p.m. Friday (June 23, 2006) in Eastview Terrace, Sullivan.
    Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Tuesday in the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ, Sullivan with Felix Hagerman officiating. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan and at the church one hour before services. Burial will be in the Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials are suggested to the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ or the Titus Presbyterian Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
    Wayne was born February 18, 1923 in Schuyler County, Illinois, the son of Ace and Louise Colclasure Eckel. He had worked at Community Industries, Yardman and Agri-Fab in Sullivan, was a member of the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ, past president of the Coles Moultrie Electric Co-Op, had been a board member for the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, board member of Illinois Printing Service, past president of Sullivan Industrial Marketing, Inc. and was a RSVP volunteer for Mrs. Bolin's reading class. Wayne married Nancy L. Lane on June 23, 1951 in Sullivan.
    Surviving are his wife Nancy; son, Chris Eckel and his wife Jeri; grandchildren, Brandy Neville, Schuyler Eckel, Kelsey Eckel and Ryan Eckel; great grandchildren, Ethan Neville and Maddie Neville all of Sullivan.
    He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dale.
    Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at www.legacy.com/herald-review/Obituaries.asp
Herald & Review, Decatur, IL, June 25, 2006

SULLIVAN - Wayne L. Eckel, 83 , of Sullivan, died 4:20 p.m. Friday (June 23, 2006) in Eastview Terrace, Sullivan.
    Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Tuesday in the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ, Sullivan with Felix Hagerman officiating. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan and at the church one hour before services Tuesday. Burial will be in the Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials are suggested to the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ or the Titus Presbyterian Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
    Wayne was born February 18, 1923 in Schuyler County, Illinois, the son of Ace and Louise Colclasure Eckel. He had worked at Community Industries, Yardman and Agri-Fab in Sullivan, was a member of the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ, past president of the Coles-Moultrie Electric Co-Op, had been a board member for the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, board member of Illinois Printing Service, past president of Sullivan Industrial Marketing, Inc. and was a RSVP volunteer for Mrs. Bolin's reading class.
    Wayne married Nancy L. Lane on June 23, 1951 in Sullivan.
    Surviving are his wife, Nancy; son, Chris Eckel and his wife Jeri; grandchildren, Brandy Neville, Schuyler Eckel, Kelsey Eckel and Ryan Eckel; great-grandchildren, Ethan Neville and Maddie Neville all of Sullivan.
    He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dale.
    To sign the online guestbook, go to www.jg-tc.com and click on obituaries.
Journal Gazette Mattoon, IL June 26, 2006

Flora Duncan Dies, Burial in Sullivan
Mrs. Flora E. Duncan, 93, of Sullivan, died at 8:10 p.m. Monday, July 27 at her home. She was born July 31, 1870 in Fulton County, the daughter of John and Martha Chaney Poland. She had been a resident of Sullivan for 84 years. She was the widow of Delbert W. Duncan who preceded her in death in 1960. She is survived by two daughters, Charlotte and Martha both of Sullivan and one sister, Mrs. Olive Carter of Sullivan. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Hamilton Street Chapel. Miss Leah Harshman officiated and was assisted by Felix Hagerman. Burial was in Greenhill Cemetery. McMullin Funeral Home was in charge. Moultrie County News?, Obituary dated July 27. 1964 (Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts)

W. A. Duncan, the broom corn buyer of Sullivan, died November 12th, at the age of 62 years. Died: November 12, 1913. NOTE: Per Linda Roberts, W. A. Duncan is William Alexander Duncan. Moultrie County News?, November 1913 (Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts)

Funeral services for Charlotte R. Duncan, 68, of Sullivan, were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 23, at the Hamilton Street chapel in Sullivan. Burial was in Greenhill Cemetery. Miss Duncan died at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 21, in St. Mary's Hospital in Decatur. She was born in Sullivan, a daughter of Delbert and Flora Duncan. She owned and operated a beauty salon in Sullivan.
Surviving is an aunt, Lorena B. Duncan of Sullivan, with whom she made her home for a time. One sister preceded her in death. Moultrie County News?, June 30, 1977 (Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts)

Ray Duncan Passed Away At His Home
Raymond (Ray) Duncan passed away at his home here, early Tuesday morning. He was born February 23, 1889 in Chester Oak, Iowa, a son of William and Lydia Yarnell Duncan. On September 28, 1916, he was married to Ethel Wyeth, at Garrett.
Mr. Duncan was a carpenter by trade, and in recent years was employee of what is now the local Yard-Man plant, until he was forced to retire due to ill health a few years ago. He is survived by his wife, one son William, and a sister, Miss Lorena Duncan, all of Sullivan. A daughter preceded him in death. He was a member of the Hamilton Street Chapel. Funeral services will be held this (Thursday) afternoon at the Hamilton Street Chapel at 3:00 o'clock., conducted by Felix Hagerman, assisted by John Hagerman. Interment will be in Greenhill Cemetery.
NOTE: Per Linda (Duncan) Roberts, his name was Jesse Raymond Duncan. Moultrie County News? 1/6/1972(Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts)

Services for Martha Duncan Held Friday Martha L. Duncan passed away Thursday morning at her home at 4:15. She was born October 2, 1911 in Sullivan, a daughter of Delbert and Flora Duncan. She leaves one sister, Charlotte Duncan of Sullivan Funeral services were held at 4:30 o'clock Friday afternoon at the Hamilton Street Chapel, conducted by Felix Hagerman and assisted by John Hagerman. Interment was in the Greenhill Cemetery. (Note: Died 5/30/1975) NOTE: Per Linda (Duncan) Roberts, her name is Martha Lydia Duncan. Moultrie County News ?, June 5, 1975(Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts)

Funeral services for Lorena B. Duncan, 100, of Sullivan were held at 11 a.m. Sunday in the Hamilton Street Church of Jesus Christ in Sullivan with the Reed Funeral Home in Sullivan in charge of arrangements. Burial was in Greenhill Cemetery in Sullivan. She died at 3:10 a.m. Friday, July 18, 1986 in the Sullivan Living Center. Born April 15, 1886 in Dow City, Iowa, she was a daughter of William A. and Lydia Yarnell Duncan. She was a retired credit manager and a member of the Hamilton Street Church of Jesus Christ. A nephew, William Duncan of Sullivan, survives. Two brothers and one sister preceded her in death. Moultrie County News ?, July 18, 1986 (Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts)

Rhoda Duncan Dies, Funeral Tuesday
Rhoda Bell Duncan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Duncan, died in a Staunton hospital at 5:15 p.m. Saturday, a few hours after a six-car crash on U.S. 66. She was born in Sullivan, Oct. 26, 1917 to J. R. and Ethel Wyeth Duncan and was employed as a seamstress in Community Industries at the time of her death. She is survived by her parents, and one brother, William W. Duncan of Sullivan. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. at the Hamilton Street Chapel on Tuesday, conducted by Miss Leah Harshman, assisted by Felix Hagerman. Interment was in Greenhill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Dean Harshman, Sam Harshman, Jack White, Phillip Hagerman, Carleton Harris and Dave Moore. (Note: Died 10/20/ 1962) NOTE: Per Linda (Duncan) Roberts, her name is Rhoda Bell Duncan. Moultrie County News?, 10/25/1962 (Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts)

Services at Chapel for Delbert Duncan
Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 28, at 3:30 p.m. in the Hamilton Street chapel for Delbert W. Duncan, conducted by Miss Leah Harshman, assisted by Felix Hagerman. Pall bearers were Donald Moore, David Moore, Burrell Moore, Romaine Harshman, Allan Dickens and Evan Dickens. Interment was in Greenhill cemetery.
Mr. Duncan was born Sept. 24, 1875, in Dow City, Iowa, to W. A. and Lydia Duncan and died Thursday, Oct. 27 in his home after a short illness. He was a retired contractor and had lived in Sullivan for the past 70 years. He leaves his wife, Flora E.; two daughters, Miss Charlotte and Miss Martha, both of Sullivan- one brother, Raymond of Sullivan, and one sister, Miss Rena of Sullivan.(Note: Died 10/27/1960 at 12:30 p.m.) NOTE: Per Linda (Duncan) Roberts, his name was Delbert W. Duncan. Moultrie County News, November 3. 1960, (Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts)

Mrs. Ethel B. Duncan
Funeral services for Mrs. Ethel B. Duncan, 85, of Sullivan were held at 3:30 p.m. Friday at the Hamilton Street Church. Burial was in Greenhill Cemetery. Mrs. Duncan died at 10:25 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 at Decatur Memorial Hospital. She was born June 28, 1887 in Garrett and married Raymond Duncan Sept. 26, 1916 in Garrett. He died Jan 4, 1972. Survivors include one son, William W. of Sullivan; and one brother, Hugh L. Wyeth of Elk Grove. Moultrie County News?, February 22. 1973 (Contributed by Linda (Duncan) Roberts) NOTE: Per Linda (Duncan) Roberts, her name was Ethel B. (Wyeth) Duncan.