Obituaries

Pike County IL


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KIZZIE (WINDMILLER) HACK , passed away at her home last Thursday Aug. 28, 1924 from a result of a paralytic stroke she had 2 years ago which left her, both body and mind, in a most feeble condition. Aunt Kizzie as we all knew her best was the daughter of Peter and Cevelia Windmiller born Oct. 17, 1854 near Nebo and has spent her entire life in this vicinity. She was united in marriage Nov. 13, 1870 to John H. Hack and to this union were born 6 boys and 2 girls, namely Ishmael of Chicago, Loyal of Jasper, Oregon, Charles, Ottis, Cloyd and Mrs. Esther Branson of Nebo. Virdy, Ralph and father preceded her in death several years ago. Besides the children she leaves one lonely brother, Gilbert Windmiller and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her departure. She gave her heart to God some thirty years ago under very trying circumstances and united with the Baptist Church at Nebo in a meeting conducted by Bro. Frank Lewis. Not only was Aunt Kizzie a kind and loving mother but was kind to everyone and will be missed by everyone who knew her. And we feel that even the little path that led her to and from the church in filling her place will even miss her and hide itself from view by nature. The grief stricken have our sympathy in this sad hour and the boys at home who have been so good and kind will miss Mother most. Funeral services were held at the home by J.O. Raines. Interment at the Allison Cemetery.

*From another article: Last Thursday morning, Aug. 28, 1924, Mrs. Kizzie Hack, an aged and respected citizen of Nebo, was burned to death at her home. The three sons, Ottis, Cloyd and Charley who lived at home left their mother to go about their usual work. She seemed to be as well as she had been for some time having been in poor health the past few years. When Ottis returned about eleven o'clock to help his mother with the noon day meal he found her charred remains in the yard near a pile of old rugs she had said she intended to burn. A can of coal oil and box of matches were found near the old rugs.

ANNA (REYNOLDS) HALL , wife of Mr. Alex C. Hall, died at the family residence on Mortimer Street at 11:25 o’clock Saturday morning following an illness of several weeks. By the order of a physician, Mrs. Hall, who had been failing in health for several years, was put to bed four weeks before her death and her passing on Saturday morning ended a ten day siege of terrible suffering from a malignant stomach disease. The services of a trained nurse were obtained and everything possible was done to ease her pain and bring her back to health, but it was not to be. Mrs. Lilly Peck, a daughter of Centerville, Mississippi, came before her mother went to bed and Mrs. Florence Cantrell, another daughter, living in Muskogee, Okla., came shortly afterwards and both assisted in the care of the mother. Mrs. Ray Kuntz of Miami, Okla., came just a few days before Mrs. Hall’s death and Floyd Hall, the only son from Quincy, and Mrs. Olive Pierce, living north of Barry, were with her constantly after her condition became alarming. Anna A. Reynolds was born near New Salem, Ill., on February 27, 1854, and was but little more than 74 years of age. She was the youngest of a family of eight children of Rollin and Delila Reynolds, pioneer residents of this section. She is the last member of the family surviving. The brothers and sisters were Livina Reynolds, Cynthia Vanslyke, Sarah Elizabeth Bagby, Viola Belle Edom, James Thomas Reynolds, William Norman Reynolds and John Granville Reynolds. She was married to Alexander C. Hall in New Salem, Illinois, on January 30, 1876, and on January 30, of the present year, while visiting in the home of their daughter, Mrs. Ray Kuntz in Miami, Okla., they quietly observed their 52nd wedding anniversary. She is survived by her husband, five children, all named above and several grandchildren.

The Hall family has always lived in this vicinity and are widely known and highly respected. Mr. and Mrs. Hall lived on a farm near Barry until just a few years ago when they retired and moved to the nice residence which they occupied at the time of here passing away. Mrs. Hall was a woman that liked to attend public gatherings, lodge meetings and visit among friend and she enjoyed herself greatly after they came to this city to live, and her many friends and associates regret that she could not keep her health and remain with them for several years to come. Mrs. Hall was a member of the Methodist church, becoming affiliated with that institution when a young girl. She was also a member of the Woman’s Relief Corps., holding an office in that order. She was a regular attendant at all of the meetings of the Corps when it was at all possible and about the last place she went was to the Corps. The sick and the needy never failed to receive a visit from Mrs. Hall. There was a bouquet of flowers for this one and that one, some delightful tempting dainty for the sick one, a word of cheer to the discouraged and weary one – but always a trail of sunshine seemed to follow where she had been. With the first flowers of spring until the last flowers in the late fall some friend was remembered by her for flowers were a passion with Mrs. Hall. The funeral services were conducted from the Methodist church at 2:00 o’clock Tuesday afternoon, May 22, in charge of Rev. W. M. Halley of Mt. Sterling, assisted by Rev. C. W. Hamand, pastor of the Barry church and burial was made in the Park Lawn cemetery. The Woman’s Relief Corps attended the services in a body and their ritualistic funeral rite was conducted at the church. The floral display which was one of the largest and most beautiful ever seen here would have greatly pleased Mrs. Hall and the donors could have displayed no other such marked degree of respect to this splendid woman, whose life has been so noble.
Contributed by Janet Mysinger - Barry Adage, Barry, Illinois, Wednesday, May 23, 1928

ALEXANDER COURTLAND HALL , one of Barry’s most widely known residents, died at his home on Mortimer Street at 11:10 o’clock Tuesday morning, August 25. Mr. Hall, in poor health for several months, had been confined to his bed the past three weeks. He lapsed into a state of coma on Sunday from which he failed to rally, only for short intervals. Mr. Hall spent the past winter in Centerville, Miss., with his daughter, Mrs. Lily Peck, and while in the south he was taken desperately ill. Several weeks were spent in a Centerville hospital following a minor operation. Mr. Hall regained considerable vitality and with the spring came an urge to return home, so Mrs. Peck came here with him and has been with her father constantly. Another daughter, Mrs. Ray Kuntz of Miami, Okla., came to Barry soon after her father’s health began failing, but returned home after several weeks. A telegram reached her Sunday morning and catching a bus within a short time after the message was delivered, she reached her father’s bedside Monday morning and Mr. Hall recognized her.

Alex Hall was born in the month of June, 1851, and just two months ago quietly observed his 85th birthday. He was always a very active and alert man and possessed remarkable vitality for a man his age. He enjoyed traveling and got more pleasure out of just being alive than the average person. For a number of years the Hall family lived on a farm near Barry. Selling the farm Mr. and Mrs. Hall retired and bought their nice home in Barry. They usually spent the winters with their daughters in Oklahoma and Mississippi. Mrs. Hall died on May 19, 1928. That was the first break in the family circle. Then Mrs. Olive Pierce, wife of frank Pierce, a daughter, died October 31, 1929. Mr. Hall lived according to the golden rule. He loved flowers and always cultivated them. He was fond of birds and music and a lover of nature. The first thing in his life, though, was his family and home. He is survived by three daughters and a son, namely: Mrs. Ray Kuntz of Miami, Okla., Mrs. Lily Peck of Centerville, Miss., Mrs. Florence Cantril of Miami, Fla., and Floyd Hall of Quincy. The Halls also raised a boy in their home, Martin Chillion now of Quincy, who only recently visited Mr. Hall. He also leaves several grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren. There is also one brother, John H. Hall of Barry, and one sister, Mrs. Martha Phenneger, also of this city. The funeral services will be held from the Hall residence at 3:00o’clock Thursday afternoon, August 27, in charge of Rev. J. A. Johnson, pastor of the Methodist church and interment will be made in Park Lawn cemetery.
Contributed by Janet Mysinger - Barry Adage, Barry, Illinois, Wednesday, August 26, 1936

CHARLES OTIS HALL , died Sunday morning at his home in Detroit township, near Toll Gate school, after a long illness from heart trouble. The service was held at the Detroit Christian church yesterday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, with Rev. F. M. Crabtree officiating. The M. W. A. lodge of Detroit of which Mr. Hall was a member, attended the service in a body. Pall bearers were Earl and Charles Hall, Reese and Marion Porter, William and James Murphy, and the flowers were cared for by Misses Margaret Bickerdike and Eunice Porter. Mrs. Reese Porter and Mrs. Earl Hall. Interment was in Blue River cemetery. Charles Otis, son of Calvin and Malissa Hall was born in Florence Ill., April 4, 1858, and died at 6 a.m. June 16, 1929. He was married to Mattie Burns of Detroit on Sept. 19, 1880, and they became the parents of four children. Twins died in infancy, and the surviving children were Alma, wife of Charles Bickerdike of Griggsville, and Frank Hall of Newburg. Also surviving are two brothers, Thomas Hall of Detroit, and Dr. Frank Hall of Hannibal; Three sisters, Mrs. John Porter, Mrs. Clay Foreman of Detroit, and Miss Minnie Hall of Pittsfield; eight grandchildren, a number of nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Mr. Hall was a well known farmer and fruit grower and had made many warm friends and business acquaintances during his life. He as second member of the Detroit Christian, having made his confession during a revival in 1876. He was the oldest surviving member of the church.
Contributed by Charles Caughlan

DALLAS HALL , 86, of rural Barry, died Thursday, May 2, 2002 at the Barry Community Care Center in Barry. He was born Dec. 9, 1915 in Seehorn to Claude and Maggie (Foster) Hall. He married Marjorie Lee May 20, 1973 in Barry. She survives in Barry. Also surviving are three step-sons, James Myers of Liberty, Tom Myers of Harrison, Ark. and David Myers of Hannibal, M.; two step-daughters, Bonnie Jeffers of New Canton and Diana Jo Lynch of Barry; 15 stepgrandchildren; 18 step great grandchildren; one step great-great grandchild; two brothers, Lester Hall of New Canton and Walter Hall of Pittsfield; one sister, Claudine Cutforth of Pittsfield. He was preceded in death by five brothers and three sisters. Mr. Hall lived from 1926-1977 on the same farm in the New Canton bottoms. Farming was his hobby and his life. He was a member of the El Dara Christian Church. Graveside services were hed May 4 at Samuel Taylor Cemetery in Rockport. Rev. Jimmy Hodges officiated. Memorials are suggested to Barry Community Care Center in Barry. Kirgan Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

JOHN H. HALL was born in Warren County, Ohio, near Bethel, on a farm, November 15, 1823, and departed this life at the his home in this city Thursday, June 4, 1903, aged 79 years, 6 months and 19 days. He changed his residence while still living in Ohio to Clearmont (s/b Clermont) county, where he learned the trade of a carriage and wagon maker, which he followed until he came to Illinois in 1862, when he turned his attention to farming, living first west of Pittsfield and later moved to a farm north of New Salem. He came to Barry about twenty-eight years ago and for some time was interested in fine stock until his health failed, and he has been almost an invalid for sixteen years. Mr. Hall was married to Pamelia F. McNiel March 23, 1845, with whom he has lived happily for more than half a century. To this union were born ten children, seven of whom are still living, who, with their aged mother, will mourn the death of a loving husband and kind father. The living children are: Mrs. Mary McKinney, Mrs. Matilda McKinney, Mrs. Martha Hazen, Alexander, James B., William and John H. Those dead are George Hall, Mrs. Divins and Mrs. J. B. Watson, the latter dying a year ago last December. Beside his wife and children he leaves two brothers and one sister.

Mr. Hall was a very ambitious man and always tried to excel in all his undertakings. He believed in having the very best and always provided an abundance for his family. Those who knew him best say he was always straightforward and honest in all his dealings with his fellow men. He would often say to his wife: “Don’t get any cheap thing, get the best, whether it is to eat, or wear, or furnish the house. Don’t stint yourself; get a plenty.” He was very hospitable to all who visited his home, and while living on the farm the servants of God often found refreshment and rest from their labors under his roof. Funeral services were conducted at his late home Sunday, June 7, 1903, at 2p.m., by Rev. W. M. Halley in the presence of a large company of relatives and friends, and the remains were laid to rest in Park Lawn cemetery.
Contributed by Janet Mysinger - Adage, Barry, Illinois, Thursday, June 11, 1903

MINNIE HALL , well known resident of this city, died Saturday night in Illini Hospital, where she had been taken last week following a fall at the home of Mrs. Blanche Willard, where she had been making her home. Miss Hall and her sister, the late Anna Foreman had made their home together for a number of years, and the former’s health became such the past year that she had to give up her home. Funeral services were held at the Plattner Chapel a 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon, conducted by her pastor, Rev. Joe Maynard. Burial was in the mausoleum in this city, with following serving as casket bearer: Clay Sloan, Jean Sanderson, Carlos Stilwell, Floyd Evans, Earl Bagent and C.C.King. Miss hall, much better know to her many friends as “Aunt Minnie”, was a daughter of Calvin and Melissa Thomas Hall, and was born Oct. 14, 1866. She had spent her entire life in Detroit and Pittsfield, with the exception of a couple of years when she was in California. Form many years she kept house for her uncle, T. N. Hall in this city. She is the last one in a family of five brothers and sisters, who were Otis Hall, Thomas Hall, Dr. Frank Hall, Mrs. Margaret Porter and Mrs. Anna Foreman. Her closest survivors are nieces and nephews; two of them are Mrs. Eunice Brace and Mrs. Agnes Caughlan in this city, and they have been very devoted to her. Miss Hall was a quiet, unassuming little woman, very generous in her gifts to the church and other organizations, and she was loved by all who know her.
Contributed by Charles Caughlan - Pittsfield Illinois Newspaper Dated November 7 1959 (14 Oct 1866-7 Nov 1959)

NORMAN A. HALL , 73, a lifelong resident of Nebo, died at the Veteran's Medical Center in Houston , Texas , Thursday, Dec. 1, 1983, after a sudden illness. Mr. Hall was born in Calhoun Co. on May 26, 1910 a son of Henry A. and Bessie Richards Hall. He married Cleta Sidwell Dec. 24, 1945 in Calhoun County . She died Aug. 8, 1963. He was a farmer, a member of the Nebo Church of Christ, the Pleasant Hill American Legion Post 1038 and the Pike County Senior Citizens. Surviving are two sons, Robert of League City, Texas, and Gary of Hamburg, a brother, Merle, of Jerseyville; a sister, Velma Maharas, of Chicago ; and five grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 2 pm in the Ward-Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill . Burial will be in Nebo Cemetery . Visitation will be from 4 pm to 8 pm Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Shriner's Hospital either the burn unit or crippled children's unit.

PARMELIA (McNEALl) HALL died at her home in the south part of this city on Friday, June 11, 1915, aged nearly 92 years. She was the daughter of Arthur and Elizabeth McNeall, and was born at Newtown, Ohio, September 14, 1823. She was married to John H. Hall at Goshen, Ohio, on March 23, 1846, and this union was blessed with ten children, five boys and five girls: Mrs. Mary McKinney, who has been living in this city with her mother; William, deceased; Mrs. Matilda McKinney, of Hobart, Okla.; Alexander, of near Barry; James B., of Fowler, Colo.; John H., of Barry; Mrs. Parmelia Watson, deceased; Mrs. Mattie Hazen, of Barry; George, deceased; and Mrs. May Divens, deceased. Grandma Hall came to Illinois with her husband and children in 1865, and the family settled on a farm near Pittsfield. Later they moved north of New Salem, where they lived until they came to Barry in 1877. Her husband died in 1903. Grandma Hall united with the church when 15 years old and has been a consistent and faithful member ever since. She was one of those good women it was always a pleasure to meet. Her pleasant ways gained her many friends, all of whom will miss her. The funeral services were held in the M. E. Church on Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, by Rev. D. V. Gowdy, assisted by Rev. W. M. Hailey, attended by a large number of relatives and friends, and her remains were laid to rest in Park Lawn cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS -- We desire to thank our friends and neighbors who were so kind to us during the sickness and death of our beloved mother. We shall never forget their kindness, and also thank them for the many beautiful flowers. (The Children)
Contributed by Janet Mysinger - Adage, Barry, Illinois, Wednesday, June 16, 1915

THOMAS HUGE HALL A large crowd filled the Church of Christ at Detroit Thursday afternoon at 2:30 for the funeral of Thomas H. Hall, native of the Detroit neighborhood and widely known in Pike and adjoining counties. The funeral service was in charge of Brother Joe Maynard of the Detroit church, assisted by Rev. Glen Sims of the Detroit M. E. Church. Singers were Jennie Ellen Stillwell, Dorothy Sanderson, and Miriam And Prudence Peebles, with Mrs. Dewey Stephenson at the organ. Active pall bearers were Hubert Peebles, George Siebert, Willis Goodin, Arthur Bollman, Lazelle Winter and James Murphy, Honorary bearers were A. L. Kiser, John Smith, Virgil Scarborough, Clay Rush, Dr. George Goodwin and P. J. Ellis. Burial was in Blue River cemetery, south of Detroit, with Funeral Director J. Wes Smith of Milton in charge. Thom Hall was born on the old Hall estate east of Detroit, August 26, 1864. He was 76 years, 11 months and 3 days old. He had been failing in health for some time and was quite ill early in July. He later recovered and was again able to be out until a short time preceding his death which occurred in the afternoon of July 29, at the family home in Detroit, where he had lived since leaving the farm a number of years ago. Mr. Hall was twice married. His first wife was Frances E. Williams, a daughter of Samuel and Eunice (Hatch) Williams. They were Married November 14. 1897. To them were born three children who survive, namely, Earl of Colchester, Calvin of Petersburg, and Charles, former Pittsfield merchant. Mrs. Hall died a number of years ago and Mr. Hall later married Mrs. Minnie Manker, mother of Vera Manker who and become the wife of Mr. Hall’s son, Calvin. In addition, to the tree children, Mr. Hall is survived by two sisters, Miss Minnie Hall of Pittsfield and Anna, who married Clay Foreman of Newburg. There are also two grandchildren. Mr. Hall descended from on to the grand pioneer families which settled in the Detroit neighborhood in the summer of 1830 after a journey of nearly 1,000 miles, much of it over wilderness trails, from the earlier seat of the seat of the Halls in North Carolina. His great-great grandfather, Col. John Hall, was a distinguished soldier in the war of the Revolution. His father was Calvin Leonidas Hall, who as a child came with his parents, the Thomas Linster Halls, to what is now Detroit Township, in 1830. Here Calvin Hall, after reaching manhood married Malissa Thomas, a native of Scott County and a daughter of Hiram and Mary Hamilton Thomas. They became parents of nine children, three of whom, Mary, George, and Sarah, died in childhood. The others all became well-known citizens of this section, including Charles Otis Hall, who married Miss Mattie Burns; Dr. Frank L. Hall who married Miss Emma Dorsey; Thomas H. Hall of this review; Minnie M. Hall, Maggie Hall Porter and Anna Hall Foreman. Mr. Hall’s paternal grandmother, Angelina Clemmons, was a descendant of that English Clemmons who was an associate of Oliver Cromwell and a member of the English parliament at the time of the trial of King Charles the 1st. His was one of the names affixed to the death warrant of the monarch who was beheaded on January 30, 1649. Among the many friends at attending the funeral of Mr. Hall were various members of the Ellis families. The Halls and the Ellises have been closely associated in the development of Detroit community. Mrs. Annie Ellis Hammerton remarked at the funeral that the Ellises and Halls had lived within one of the quarter miles of each other through six generations.
Contributed by Charles Caughlan (26 Aug 1864- 29 July 1941)

WALTER J. HALL , 91, of the Pittsfield Healthcare Center in Pittsfield , and formerly of New Canton, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2005, at the Healthcare Center . He was born Jan. 23, 1914 near New Canton to the late Claude William and Maggie Phillips Hall. Surviving are a sister, Claudine Cutforth of Pittsfield ; a brother, Lester Hall of New Canton; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Susan Renoud, Mable Ward and Dorothy Jansen; and five brothers, Dallas Hall, Claude Hall Jr., Norman Hall, William Hall and Charles Hall. Mr. Hall worked as a farm laborer. He enjoyed gardening and while at Kepley House in Pittsfield , Walter took care of all the flowers. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Samuel Taylor Cemetery near Rockport. Visitation was held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield . Memorials may be made to the Kepley House in Pittsfield , c/o the funeral home.

C. C. HANKS died March 26, 1966. Born Sept. 14, 1886, son of Douglas and Elizabeth Silver Hankds. He was married in 1906 to Mattie Mcbride. He left a son Paul B. of Hardin, 3 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 2 sisters, Alta Sidwell, Hardin and Mrs. Molly Fisher of Pearl. Buried at Green Pond Cemetery, Pearl IL.


CHARITY MARGARET (ELLEDGE) HARRINGTON
Born 30 April 1831 Griggsville, Pike Co IL
Died 15 August 1898 Griggsville, Pike Co IL
Burial at Griggsville Cemetery
Daughter of William & Tabitha (Bell) Elledge
Married Samuel H. Harrington
29 June 1848 Pike Co IL
Children: Sarah, Charles, Edda & Mollie

Contributed by Sandi Donaldson





DORIS YVONNE HARSHMAN - A very beautiful but extremely sad occasion was that of the funeral services of the little infant girl of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Harshman which took place at their home Tues­day afternoon, Nov. 22nd. Little Dorris Yvonne (Evon) as she was called, came to this home September 29, 1920, She was a bright and beautiful child and was just beginning to develop those child­ish traits that cause them to take a firm grip on mother and father's heart. She was strong and healthy and promised much to the world had she been permitted to live. On Armistice Day it was discov­ered that she had developed fever, and at the close of the public service held in the city park in which the mother had taken part, a doctor was called and it was found that she had pneumonia. In ten days this disease had taken such hold, and had so weakened and wrecked her little body, that the angels came and took her sweet little spirit home. In a little flower-covered mound in the cemetery near Donna sleeps the earthly temple in which lived the sweet spirit of this child. De­posited there by loving and tender hands she awaits the call.

"When we see a precious blossom, That we tendered with such care
Rudely taken from our bosom; How our aching hearts despair;
Round its little grave we linger, Till the setting sun is low,
Feeling all our hopes have perished - With the flower we cherished so.'
"We shall sleep, but not forever, - There will be a glorious dawn,
We shall meet to part, no never, - On the resurrection morn."

Mr. and Mrs. Harshman are among the very best citizens of this community, she taking an active part in many of the musical activities carried on here. She is the leader of a large choir at the First Methodist Church and her sweet soprano voice is appreciated by all who hear her. A large company attended the funeral and the little casket was surrounded by many beautiful floral offerings. The music was furnished by her choir and the words of comfort spoken by their pastor.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

MABEL (ATOR) HARTER 1892 - 1989 - Born: May 16, 1892, Pike Co, IL; Died: Nov. 12, 1989, Pleasant Hill, IL; Buried: West Cemetery, Pittsfield, IL; Married: William Harter on Feb. 5, 1913 in Bowling Green, MO; father & mother: (not stated). Husband preceded in death July 14, 1968. A resident of Summer Hill , IL . Survived by two sons: William, Jr. of Pittsfield and Charles of Rockport; one daughter: Marjorie Edwards of Pleasant Hill; four grand, nine g-grand and three g-g-grandchildren.

WILLIAM HARTER - Born: July 4, 1913, Pittsfield , IL ; Died: May 10, 1993, Pittsfield , IL ; Buried: West Cemetery , Pittsfield , IL ; Married: Virginia McGlasson on Jan. 5, 1936, in Pittsfield , IL ; Father: William Harter, Sr.; Mother: Mabel Ator. Survived by his wife; three sons: William G. Harter of Pittsfield, Don Harter of Rockport and James Harter of Bloomingdale; seven grand and five g-grandchildren; one sister: Mrs. King (Marjorie) Edwards of Pleasant Hill; and one brother: Charles Harter of Rockport.

MERLE L. HARTSOCK 69, of Pleasant Hill , died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2006 at the Illini Community Hospital in PIttsfield . He was born May 4, 1936 in Pleasant Hill , a son of Murrell Edgar and Maud Eyleen Moyer Hartsock. He married Betty J. Collins Hartsock Jan. 28, 1967 in Mexico and she survives in Pleasant Hill . He is also survived by 2 daughters; Lisa (husband Don) Hannel of Pleasant Hill and Teresa (husband Ronnie) Bauer of Pittsfield; 4 grandchildren, Eric and Christina Hannel of Pleasant Hill and Sydney and Shelby Bauer of Pittsfield; 3 sisters, Jean (husband Tommy) Crowder, Margaret (husband Charles) Yokem and Geraldine Hartsock all of Pleasant Hill; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Charles Hartsock and a nephew Michale Hartsock. Mr. Hartsock was a 20 year veteran of the US Air Force, retiring in 1976 and serving in Korea and Vietnam . Following his retirement, he was employed by Stark Brothers Nursery in Louisiana , Mo for 23 years. Funeral services were held Moday at Ward-Lummis Funeral HOme in Pleasant Hill , conducted by Brother David Ford and Brother Don Hannel. Burial with military honors, was at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill . Casket bearers were Lonnie Robinson, Rodney Crowder, Bobby Bowman, David Yokem, Joe Hartsock, Justin Hartsock, John Hausmann and Josh Hausmann. Memorials were suggested to Crescent Heights Cemetery Association.

DR. L.J. HARVEY , a physician of Griggsville, vice president of the Griggsville Natl. Bank, President of the Business Men's Assoc. and organizer of the Pike county Medical Society, died suddenly of paralysis at the home of L.D. Scott where he had gone to see a patient. He was a graduate of Washington University of St. Louis in 1875. He leaves his widow and two children, residing in Oklahoma City OK.
The Edwardsville Intelligencer 18 January 1916

HAROLD HASTINGS was born July 15, 1912 near Liberty , IL and died March 17, 1985, in Jacksonville , IL . Burial was in Miller Cemetery , Atlas, Il. He married Sarah Wombles on Sept 27, 1938 in Hannibal , MO. His parents were William and Nina Mixer Hastings. He was a resident of Nebo , IL . He is survived by his mother: Nina Turner of Barry; his wife; a son: Michael Hastings of Brighton ; a daughter: Mrs. Kay McKee of rural Nebo; six grandchildren; and a half-sister: Velma Sutton of Barry.

CHARLES PAGE HATCH - the eldest so of Franklin and Rebecca Bennett Hatch was born in Griggsville November 20, 1853, and lived in this community all of his long and useful life. On the 6th of November, 1883 he was united in marriage to Ann Lasbury. To this union were born two children, Charles Page Hatch and Mary L. Hatch, who with the widow and brother, Marshall P. Hatch, survive him. Mr. Hatch had been ill for some time and death came at 3:30 o'clock Thursday morning, September 19, at his home in Griggsville. In the death of Mr. Hatch, Griggs­ville has lost a true and upright citi­zen, one who was ever loyal to his family and friends and he has gone to his reward at a ripe old age with the respect and affection of all who knew him. Mr. Hatch was a communicant of S. James' Church and funeral ser­vices were held there on Saturday.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

MRS. J.F. HATCH - The funeral services connected with the burial of Mrs. J. F. Hatch were held Thursday at 4 o'clock p. in. at the fami­ly residence, conducted by her former pastor the Rev. N. L. Burton, of Gales­burg, who spoke in a most feeling manner of the life and character of the de­ceased, and words of comfort and con­solation to the family and friends, point­ing them to the blessed promises of the resurrection. A quartette composed of Mrs. Roy Wilson, Mrs. S. M. Stead, Mr. Del Wade and Bert Hardy sang "Abide With Me" and "Asleep in Jesus." The floral tributes were in great pro­fusion and most beautiful. The pall-bearers were: Frank Hatch of Springfield, Chas. Vose of Perry, Mason Hatch, C. P. Hatch, Marshal Hatch and D. W. Cree of this city. Relatives and friends present from out of the city were: Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Capps, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Capps, Miss Emma Capps, Mrs. Joseph Capps, Mrs. James Capps, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Gates and son Jerome, Miss Fannie King, Jacksonville, Mr. Frank Vose and son Charles of Perry, Ray­mond Vose, ElDara, Will Sanford, Chicago. The above notice chronicles the burial of one to whom more than a passing notice seems due. Mrs. Hatch was identified with almost every good work in our little city, both in her church and out of it. Where poverty, sickness, or death was, she was always to be found, did she know of it, with those kindly comforting words spoken from a heart full of love and sympathy for all. Was material aid needed, her purse was always open. We love to think of one who by her life has raised herself by the grace of God to that high level, where her life and thought teaches the things that are divine. Death has its terrible and in explicable sorrow. We will not speak of that. A Christian in her church, a Christian in her family, a Christian among the poor, she walked with God and had this testimony that it pleased Him and God took her.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

LYDIA B. HATCH - The passing away of Mrs. Lydia B. Hatch on last Wednesday morning is deserving of more than passing notice because she was the oldest resident of our city, if not of Pike county, her age being 94 years, one month and 14 days. (Death was 25 November 1908) Mrs. Hatch came to Griggsville with her husband, the late Isaac A. Hatch in 1840, making the trip by canal and stage coach. Mr. Hatch died Feb. 7, 1896, after a useful and successful life as farmer, merchant and banker. Three children were born to them, Abbie A., John F., and George, the latter dying in infancy. Coming here at so early a date, Mr. and Mrs. Hatch necessarily experienced the hardships of the pioneer life. However, none ever entered “Aunt Lydia’s home without a warm welcome nor left without feeling the warmth of a genuine hospitality, so characteristic people of her ancestry. Disease did not destroy the charm of a kind indulgent disposition, nor old age diminish her unselfish solicitude for her friends and loved ones. Her sweet face made sunshine in a shady place. If strangers felt the charm of her rare courtesy and joyous, sunny temperament, how much more so the members of her own household upon whom she lavished all the sweet earnestness and careful culture of her mind and nature. Strong and potent was the influence of this loving heart which gave of its gifts so generously. The spirit of her love was not weakness but strength. Gently, and most unconsciously, it coerced those coming in contact with it, to strive for, if not to attain the realization of the high ideal. Her life was gentle, but like the waters, it was deep. In her heart of hearts she carried those she loved and her hand was never weary, her step never failed in ministering unto, caring for, waiting upon those who were in any way dependent upon her. "So he giveth his beloved sleep.” Her children and her grandchildren shall rise up and call her blessed. Impressive funeral services were held at the home Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. H. H. Appelman, her former pastor, of Marseilles, Ill., after which all that was mortal of this grand old mother in Israel was tenderly conveyed to our Silent City, where by the side of a devoted husband she now rests in peace. (Contributed by Sandi Donaldson)

A nonagenarian has away at Griggsville. There is special interest in her death for the reason that was the foster-mother of the late Dr. Henry Hatch, of this city. In mentioning her demise the Griggsville press has this to say: “Mrs. Lydia B. Hatch passed away this morning at 7:20 o’clock after a decline of several weeks, her death being due to old age. “’Aunt Lydia,’ as she was familiarly known, was a daughter of Jonathan Baxter, and was born in New Hampshire on October 11, 1814, her age being 94 years, 1 month and 14 days. Her young womanhood was spent in teaching in which she was very successful. Her marriage to the late Isaac A. Hatch took place in New Hampshire in 1840. Two children were born to them, Abbie A. and John Franklin, both of whom survive. Mrs. Hatch was a faithful member of the Griggsville Congregational church. She was not only faithful in her church, but just as faithful in believing that it was her duty as a Christian to do the will of the Master at all times. She was always ready to lend a helping hand in time of need---both in acts of kindness and in words.
Transcribed and submitted by Delaine Donaldson - (The Quincy Daily Whig, November 27, 1908)

CLEMENTINE (BRANT) HATCHER was born March 19, 1888 in Hamburg , IL and died Sept 24, 1979 in the Sunset Home, Quincy , IL . Burial was in Nebo Cemetery , Nebo , IL . Her parents were Perry Hatcher and Della Brant. She was a former resident of Nebo , IL and is survived by nieces and nephews: Alvin Brant Jr. of Pittsfield , Elzie Craigmiles of Texas and Eva Berry and Naomi Henry, both of Pleasant Hill . She was the last of her immediate family.

DORIS MAE (FISH) HATFIELD age 76, of Liberty Village in Pittsfield and formerly of Mozier, died Saturday, July 12, 2008 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Doris was born May 11, 1932 near Pleasant Hill to daughter of Orville and Nellie Ralph Fish. She married Kenneth E. Hatfield Oct. 7, 1950 in Pittsfield and Kenneth died March 31, 2002. She graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1950, was a housewife and a member of the former Mozier Christian Church. Survivors include two children, Richard (wife Tracy) Hatfield of Pearl and Kathy(husband Mike) Devine of Pittsfield; four grandchildren, Terry McBride of Kampsville, Bradley Hatfield of North Carolina, Megan Hatfield and Zachary Hatfield both of Pearl; and three great grandchildren; Kayla June, Terry Dam and Emily Rose McBri.de all of Kampsville. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, husband and a brother, Richard L. Fish. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m. a t the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Rev. William Smith. Burial will follow at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill. Visitation for Mrs. Hatfield was from 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Cole Stickman Memorial Fund, the Mozier Church of Christ or the Hillview Baptist Church. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.
Contributed by Billie Browning - Pike Press

LELA (QUILLER) HATFIELD was born Jan. 28, 1900 (place not stated); and died Feb. 5, 1983 in Jerseyville , IL . Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . She married Eugene Hatfield on March 23, 1918 in Pittsfield , IL ; he survives. Her father was Gottlieb Quiller; mother; Sarah Bovee. She was a resident of Mozier , IL . She is survived by a son: Kenneth Hatfield of Mozier; a daughter: Mrs. Lillian Bailey of Godfrey; 5 grand-children and 5 g-grand-children; and one brother: Ray Quiller of Mozier. Preceded by 2 brothers and 1 sister.

SARAH HAWKER whose serious illness was noted in this paper last Monday afternoon, Feb. 6, in Hopkintown, Iowa. Death was cause by cerebral hemorrhage. Her son, Dr. W.D. Hawker of St. Louis, and her daughter, Mrs. Adaline Finley of Kansas City, were present, together with the daughter Mrs. Amma Laughlin, in whose home Mrs. Hawker lived. Dr. Charles Hawker of St. Louis was unable to go to his mother because of his own illness. Services were held there on Tuesday afternoon, after which Dr. Hawker and Mrs. W.C. Sommer and son John accompanied the body to Perry. A short service was held at the Sommer home on Thursday. Interment was in the McCord Cemetery. Mrs. Hawker was 77 years and 9 months old at her death. Forty-four years ago she was left a widow with five children to care for and guide to womanhood and manhood. She was a splendid woman and a wise and tender mother. Her lovely character is assuredly one of those included in the expression "the Lord's elect."
Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Pike Co. Republican 15 February 1928

ELDER WILLIAM HAWKER of Perry, Pike county, died Tuesday and was buried at Griggsville yesterday afternoon with Masonic honors. Elder Hawker was 87 years of age and had been identified with the Baptist ministry since a young man.
Contributed by Delaine Donaldson - The Quincy Daily Whig December 18, 1903
Baptist Association - Golden Jubilee 6 October 1892

GRETTA (FUSSELMAN) HAZELRIGG , 102, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009, at the Barry Community Care Center, Barry. Gretta was born in New Canton April 19, 1906, to Charles and Lourie Dean Fusselman. She married Marvin Ross Hazelrigg, June 5, 1949, in New Canton. He preceded her in death Sept. 30, 1997. She is survived by three sons, Loren Bowers, Truman Hazelrigg and wife Nancy and Randy Hazelrigg and wife Jeanie; one daughter, Joan Pottorff and husband Al; numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She is also survived by one sister, Nelliedean Howell. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, three sisters, one brother and one grandson. After graduating from high school, Gretta taught school for one year and worked as a telephone operator before becoming a beautician. She had a beauty shop in Hull and later in her home in New Canton, and finally in her home in Kinderhook. After retiring in 1968, she moved to Lincoln, Illinois, and worked at the state offices in Springfield. She moved to Barry, in 1973. Gretta was active in church work at the New Canton and later the Hannibal branches of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Visitation will be held from 1 - 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Burial will be in Akers Chapel Cemetery in Hull.
Contributed by Billie Browning

WILLIAM HAZELRIGG , 69, of Tucson , AZ , formerly of Pleasant Hill , died at 6:46 pm Tuesday, Oct. 22, 1985, in Kino Community Hospital in Tucson . Mr. Hazelrigg was born July 7, 1916, in IN, a son of Emmett and Golda Bullock Hazelrigg. He married Nellie Fish Oct. 23, 1971, in Pleasant Hill . She died in 1983. Mr. Hazelrigg was a retired welder and an Army veteran of World War II. Surviving are a son, Charles of Alton; a daughter, Karen Lancaster of Lebanon , IL ; three sisters, Mrs. Wanda Rowland of Tucson , Mrs. Mildred Sluder of Lebanon , IN , and Mrs. Mabel George of Sulphur Springs , TX ; and 3 grandchildren. Services will be conducted at 11 am Saturday in the Ward Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill by Wayne Ward. Burial will be in Crescent Heights Cemetery at Pleasant Hill .

HANNAH M. HEAGY was born in Cumberland county, Pa., July 16, 1820 and came to her death April 4, 1881, being 60 years, 8? months and 18 days old. In the year 1810 she was united in marriage to William Wike, who left her a widow ten years later. She afterward married J.L. Freeman in 1862, who with two sons, two daughters and eight grandchildren now survive her. She was a loving wife, a fond mother and good neighbor. The funeral services at the family residence Wednesday, by Rev. Phillips, were largely attended and the remains were interred in the public cemetery."
Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Barry Adage 08 April 1881

HUBERT HEAVENER , 77, of Pittsfield died Friday, February 28, 1986 at St. John Hospital in Springfield.Born July 18, 1908 in Pearl , he was a son of Frank & Laura Smith Heavener. He was a member of the Pittsfield First Christian Church and was a deacon. He was past master of Pittsfield Masonic Lodge No 790 and past commander of American Legion Post 152. He was married to Mamie Robinson on Dec. 2, 1935, in Palmyra , Missouri . She survives. Also survivng are a son, Dennis Heavener of Mineral; a daughter, Mrs. Lewis (Jill) Vaughn of Memphis, TN; a brother, Howard Heavener of Pearl ; 4 grand-children; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Monday at 2 pm at the Lummis Bennett Funeral Home with the Rev. Mike Dixon and Brother Joe Maynard officiating. Burial was in Pittsfield West Cemetery , Masonic services were held by Lodge #790. Graveside military rites were conducted by American Legion Post No 152.

MAMIE (ROBINSON) HEAVENER , 79, of Pittsfield , died Saturday, June 24, 1995 in her home. She was a graduate of Pleasant Hill High School and a member of the Pittsfield First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Born January 29, 1916 in Pleasant Hill , she was a daughter of Alonzo Lee and Esther DeCamp Robinson. She married Hubert Heavener on December 2, 1935. He preceded her in death. Survivors include one son, Dennis Heavener of Mineral; one daughter, Jill Vaughn of Kemah, TX; three sisters, Blanche Booth of Mansfield, TX, Doris Pearson of Jacksonville, and Bee Guthrie of Pleasant Hill; two brothers, Clyde Robinson of Pleasant Hill and Max Robinson of Webster, FL; four grandchildren, Brent Heavener of Mineral, Matthew Heavener of Dixon, Britni Vaughn of Mesa, AZ, and Tisha Vaughn of Pleasant Hill; six great-grandchildren, Raven Vaughn of Pleasant Hill, Britni, Kayla, Krystin, and Karle Heavener, all of Dixon; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruby Voshall and Hallie Tilly; and five brothers, Leslie, Norman, Russell, Truman and Orville Robinson. The funeral was conducted Monday, June 2, 1995 at the Airsman Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield with the Rev. Joseph Wartick officiating. Burial was in Pittsfield West Cemetery

GLENN L. HEDGES was born March 13 (year missing), Pleasant Hill , IL and died Aug. 6, 1996 in rural Barry , Il , with burial in Kinderhook , IL . He married Frances Ann Hull on Aug. 28, 1948 in Hannibal , MO and she preceded him in death July 14, 1977. His father was Bert Lee Hedges; his mother; Jessie Taylor. He is survived by a son: Glenn Michael Hedges of Jerseyville; a sister: Gwen McKinnon of Pleasant Hill ; and several nephews. Preceded by a brother: Gordon Hedges; and 2 sisters: Gaila Roberts and Geneva Maggart.

HOMER HELKY was born Dec. 9, 1916 near Atlas, IL and died Oct 2, 1996 in Pittsfield , IL . He resided in Summer Hill , IL . Burial was in West Cemetery , Pittsfield , IL . He married Lula Heightman on April 28, 1943 in Bowling Green , MO , she survives. His father was George Helkey and his mother was Maude Sitton. He was raised in the home of Charlie and Maggie Helkey of Pittsfield . He is survived by two sons: Charles (wife, Linda) of Columbia , OH , and Richard (wife, Kathy) of Summer Hill; four grandchildren and one g-grandchild. Preceded by one grandson and one brother.

JAMES R. HELM , of Springfield died Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at St. John's Hospice. He was born Feb. 8, 1949, in Berwyn, the son of the late Eddie Winfred "Doc" and Dorothy (Mason) Helm. He married Maggie Chapman; they later divorced. He then married Kathy Johnson on December 23, 2006 in Pittsfield. Mr. Helm was a photographer for the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and was still actively working. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1968 to 1971. Mr. Helm was past commander of the American Legion Post 32 in Springfield. He was also a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Pittsfield. He is survived by his wife, Kathy (Johnson) Helm of Springfield and formerly of Pittsfield; four children, Amanda Helm of Riverton, Melissa (Jesse) Febus of Riverton, Cissy (Joseph) Stiles of Wichita, Kansas, and Jeremiah Johnson of Springfield; three grandchildren, Gabriel Helm and James and Logan Febus; a sister, Beverly (Maurice) Helm-Renfro of Springfield; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Russell and Cecelia Miller of Pittsfield; a niece, Sheila (Dennis) Hanson; and a nephew, Aaron Wartenbe; several other nieces and nephews also survive. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Eddie Helm. Services are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen, Springfield, where the family greeted friends Monday, July 20, from 9 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Stephen Southward and Joseph Stiles will officiate. Burial was in Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield.
Contributed by Billie Browning - Pike Press

ADRIAN C. HELMS - Died w/complications after car accident Adrian C. Helms, 65, of Barry died at 8:46 a.m. Tue., June 21, 1988 in Illini Hospital, Pittsfield. Born April 22, 1923 in Spring Creek, MO., he was a son of James M. and Anna Henderson Helms. He married Diane Green July 31, 1970 in Palmyra, MO. She survives. Mr. Helms was a retired employee of Callender Construction Co. of Pittsfield. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Barry, and was an avid fisherman and hunter. Survivors include two sons, Dennis of Pleasant Hill and Robert of Rockport; a stepson, Jeffrey Capps of Chatham; two daughters, Mrs. Linda Kay Vetter of Nebo and Mrs. Leigh Ann Greer of Bryan, TX.; two sisters Mrs. Mrs. June Buchanan of Nebo and Mrs. Ruth Ramsey of Pearl; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Steven, and a brother, Donald. Services were conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Ward-Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill by the Rev. James Lane. Burial was in Crescent Hgts. Cem. in Pleasant Hill.

THREE INJURED IN ACCIDENT: A two-car accident about 2 p.m. Monday June 6, 1988, resulted in injuries to two Pleasant Hill residents and a Barry driver. According to state police reports, a car driven by Richard M. Jones, 18, Pleasant Hill was northbound on ILL. 96 about a half-mile north of Pleasant Hill when a southbound car driven by Adrian C. Helms, 65, of Barry made a left turn into his path. The two vehicles collided and the force of the impact threw a passenger, Michelle Howdeshell, 15, Pleasant Hill, from the Jones car, reports say. Jones was taken to Illini Community Hospital in Pittsfield with moderate injuries. Miss Howdeshell was treated at Illini and later transferred to Blessing Hospital in Quincy with injuries described as major. Helms also received major injuries, reports say. He was taken to Illini and then transferred to Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. The accident is still under investigation

DONALD HELMS was born April 3, 1918, in Spring Creek , MO and died March 19, 1986 in Springfield , IL Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . He married Dortha Hartsock on Dec. 23, 1939 in Bowling Green, MO. His father was James Helms; his mother was Anna Henderson. A resident of Pleasant Hill, IL; he is survived by his wife; 2 sons: Jim Helms of Mt. Holly, NC and Jerry Helms of Pleasant Hill; 4 daughters: Mrs. Joann Perry of Mt. Sterling, Mrs. Donna Ruyle of Pleasant Hill, Mrs. Carolyn Penn of Foley, AL, and Mrs. Sue McMillen of Pleasant Hill; 13 grand and 10 g-grandchildren; and two sisters: Mrs. Ruth Ramsey of Pearl and Mrs. June Buchanan of Nebo.

INEZ MARGUERITE (MITCHELL) HEMPHILL was born Jan. 20, 1914, near Pleasant Hill , IL and died Jan. 10, 1986 in Springfield , IL . Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . She married Owen W. Hemphill in July, 1934 (place not stated); he survives. Her parents were Irwin Mitchell & Ethel Stout. A resident of Pleasant Hill , IL , she is survived by two sisters: Mrs. Kathleen Houchins of Pittsfield and Mrs. Winnie McCallum of Hastings , Neb. Preceded by a son: Larry in 1954.

IVA B. (CROWDER) HEMPHILL was born July 27, 1897 in Pike County , IL and died Dec. 6, 1979 in Pittsfield , IL . Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . She married Ralph Hemphill in 1916 (place not stated). Her father was Frank Crowder; mother was Alma Gant. Her husband preceded in death in 1977. Survived by two daughters: Miss Lorene Hemphill and Mrs. Eileen Zumwalt, both of rural Pittsfield; one grandchild and two g-grandchildren; and one sister: Cleda Smith of Pittsfield. Preceded by one sister and one brother.

MARTHA ANN (AUTERY) HEMPHILL was born in Lavacca county AL Jan. 10, 1842 where she resided with her parents until 10 years of age when they moved to Pike County IL. She departed this life Dec. 25, 1913 at the home of her daughter, Agnes Rowley near Nebo at the age of 72 years, 11 months and 15 days. She was united in marriage to D.H. Hemphill June 19, 1862. To this union were born 8 children, three of them dying in infancy. Those surviving are; Mrs. Alvin Lang, Pleasant Hill, Mrs. Florida sitton, Mrs. Olive Zumwalt, Mrs. Virginia Neese, Mrs. Agnes Rowley all of Nebo and 22 trandchildren, two sisters and four brothers; Mrs. L.J. Shaw, E.W. Autery, Mrs. R.C. Bogart, Ontario CA, D.A. Autery, Aransas Pass, TX, J.H. Autery, Hume MO, T.S. Autery, Aransas Pass TX. SHe united with the Baptist church at the age of 18 at Pleasant Hill IL. She became a charter member of Nebo church 50 years ago where she has ever been a faithful member. Services were conducted by her pastor, Bro. Anthrobus. They sang Nearer My god to Thee and I am Going Home to Die No More. Burial was in Jenning cemetery.

SHERRIE K. (WYKOFF) HENDRICKSON was born April 29, 1948 in East St. Louis , IL and died Oct. 5, 1983 in Quincy , IL . Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . She married Richard J. Hendrickson on March 29, 1964 in Bowling Green , MO , he survives. She was a daughter of James Wykoff and Mary Long. She was a resident of Pleasant Hill , IL Other survivors include her mother, Mrs. Mary Quait of Pleasant Hill ; one son: Jon, at home; three daughters: Sandra Kay, Kimberly D., and Jeri Lynn, all at home; a brother: David DeTar of Jacksonville , Ark. ; two sisters: Mrs. Sue Edwards of Carrollton and Mrs. Carol Robeen of Hardin.

MYRTLE (RALPH) HENRY 76, widow of Lester (Jack) Henry of Pike Station died in Illini Community hospital in Pittsfield , Sunday afternoon, June 28, 1964 at 1:45. Mrs. Henry was born in Pleasant Hill township March 17, 1888, a daughter of Burton and Amanda Robb Ralph. Her husband died in 1938. She was a member of the Methodist Church . Surviving are three sons, Hugh, Roy, and Eugene of Rockport; four daughters, Mrs. Kenneth (Laura) Lynch of Rockport, Mrs. Jess (Helen) Woods of Louisiana, Mrs. Taylor (Frances) Rhodes of New London and Mrs. Duane (Louise) Temple of Laurel, MT; 3 half-brothers, Charles Morris of Quincy and John and George Morris of Casey, IA; a sister, Mrs. Barbara McCleery of Quincy; 21 grandchildren, and a great grand-child. Funeral services were held in Ward funeral home Wed. July 1, 1964 at 2 with the Rev. Hubert Boyd officiating. Burial was in Crescent Heights cemetery in Pleasant Hill .

ROY HENRY - Funeral services for Roy Henry of rural Rockport were held at 2pm Sunday at Ward-Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill with Rev. Hubert Boyd officiating. Interment was in Crescent Heights Cemetery . Mr. Henry, a carpenter by trade, died at 6:30 am, Friday, July 31, 1970 in his home, just one day after his 51st birthday. Born in Pleasant Hill July 30, 1919, Roy Henry was the son of Lester and Myrtle Ralph Henry. He was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Carpenter's Union Local No 189. He is survived by two brothers and three sisters: Hugh of Rockport and Eugene of rural Rockport, Mrs. Jess (Helen) Woods of Louisiana , Mo. , Mrs. Taylor ( Frances ) Rhodes of New London, Mo. and Mrs.Duane (Louise) Temple of Laurel , Mo.

MARY HITCH , widow of Edward Hitch passed away at her home in Griggsville last week. Her husband died many years ago. She leaves three sons Louis and Rufus Hitch in Griggsville and Ray Hitch of Chicago. Since early days she has been a prominent resident of the city and active in all its social affairs. A most estimable and interesting character, who went through this world a person pleasing and profit­able to meet and a consistent Christ­ian.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

CARL EUGENE HIVELY , 40, Barry, died unexpectedly at his home Wednesday April 11, 1973. He was born Nov. 13, 1932 in Barry, a son of David and Mary Smith Hively. He lived with his mother, Mary Hively of Barry, who survives with the following brothers; Raymond and George of Barry and David of Brigham City, Utah; a sister, Mrs. Leland (Mary) Houseweart of Barry. A nephew Jack Hively also survives. Services were held Saturday at the Lock Funeral Home in Barry with Rev. Robert Byler officiating. Burial in Park Lawn Cemetery.

JOHN T. HOGAN , 77, 1214 Jersey, a retired farmer, died in Blessing Hospital Monday morning at 10:29. He farmed near Hull for 15 years and has been a resident of Quincy since 1921. A son of Frank and Nancy Stone Hogan, he was born in Willis, Va. December 14, 1876. He was married to Miss Lois Kenady May 18, 1905 in Hull. He was a member of Grace Methodist Church. Surviving are the widow and two daughters, Mrs. Alfred Bentrop and Mrs. Russell Pipe, both of Quincy; three sisters, Mrs B.M.Brucker of Milwaukee and Mrs. Edgar Via and Miss Carrie Hogan, both of Christiansburg, Va. and three grand- children, Lois and Nancy Bentrop and John Russell Pipe of Quincy. A brother Claude, died June 13 in Princeton, W.Va., and he was also preceded in death by two other brothers.
Contributed by David Bethard

LOIS EMILY (KENADY) HOGAN , 74, formerly of 1214 Jersey, died Sunday morning at 6:35 in Methodist Sunset home. Mrs. Hogan was born in Hull May 18, 1884, a daughter of George and Emily Kingsbury Kenady. Her marriage to John T. Hogan took place in Hull May 18, 1905. Mr. Hogan died July19, 1954. A resident of Quincy for the last 37 years. Mrs. Hogan was a member of Grace Methodist church, Miriam Circle of the church and the Royal Neighbors. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Alfred H. Bentrop and Mrs. Russell W. Pipe; three grand-children, John Pipe, Mrs. Lois Ann Clark and Nancy Ann Bentrop, and a great granddaughter,Cathy Ann Clark, all of Quincy, and a sister in law, Mrs. Katie Kenady of Hull. A brother, Fred, preceded her in death.
Contributed by David Bethard

DONNA R. (HOBBS) HOLCOMB , 76, of Pleasant Hill died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2006 in Barry Community Care Center . She was born Feb. 1, 1930, near Pleasant Hill , a daughter of Kenneth Glen and Elizabeth Marie Moyers Hobbs. She married L. H. Holcomb Jr. on Nov. 30, 1945 in Louisiana , Mo. , and he survives in Pleasant Hill . She is also survived by 2 children, Linda Goodin of Pleasant Hill and Gary (Carol) Holcomb of rural Pleasant Hill; 4 grandchildren, Kim (Rich) Bernard of Barry, Kathy Neese of Columbus, Ohio, Trent Goodin of Pleasant Hill and Jill Holcomb of Washington D. C.; 5 great grandchildren, Mason and Haley Goodin, Kaylyn and Isaac McKee and Dylan Bernard; a brother, Richard (Sara) Hobbs of rural Pleasant Hill; 2 sisters, Mary (Merle) Tieken and June Jones, both of Quincy; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a nephew, Jon Hobbs. Mrs. Holcomb was a licensed nursing home administrator, having started the Pleasant Hill Sunshine Center in 1972. In 1986 the center was changed to a skilled nursing facility and renamed the Pleasant Hill Nursing Center which Mrs. Holcomb operated until her retirement in 2004. She was a member of the Pleasant Hill Christian Church. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose greatest joy was caring for others, especially the elderly. Funeral services were held Monday at Pleasant Hill Christian Church conducted by Eldon Cook and Aaron McCombs. Casketbearers were Leon Holcomb, Robb Holcomb, Jim Smith, Gary Hall, Martin Cook, and Steve Francis. Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill . Memorials were suggested to Pleasant Hill Fire Department, Pleasant Hill Christian Church or the donor's choice.

MANFORD W. HOLCOMB , 87, of Pleasant Hill , Ill. , and formerly of Hannibal , died at 1:40 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, 2004, at Pleasant Hill Nursing Center . Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 15, at Ward-Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill, Ill. Burial will be at Miller Cemetery in Atlas, Ill. Visitation will be from noon until time of services Saturday at the funeral home. Mr. Holcomb was born May 23, 1916, in Pike County , Ill. , to Warren and Medline Armstrong Holcomb. He was married to Edna F. Foster on July 15, 1937, in New London . She preceded him in death Jan. 3, 1973. Survivors include two sons, Lawrence E. Holcomb of Belleview, Fla., and Russell W. Holcomb of Mesa, Ariz.; two daughters, Lois A. Vandaveer of Belleview, Fla., and Debra L. McKinney of Independence; one sister, Glenna Fowler of Belleview, Fla.; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters. Mr. Holcomb was a member of El Dara Christian Church in El Dara , Ill. He had been employed by the Brown Shoe Co. in Pittsfield , Ill. , and later by Western Printing in Hannibal . Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association.

MARJORIE (BENBOW) HOLCOMB , 79, of Mount Airy, passed away Sunday, November 25, 2007, at Northern Hospital of Surry County. Born November 10, 1928, in Milton, IL, to Virginia Johnston and Richard Porter Benbow, she grew up in Winston-Salem. In 1949, she graduated from Guilford College in Greensboro, where she was a member of The A Cappella Choir, the girl's softball team, and the May Court. Over the years, she taught high school and first grade in the public schools, and had a private kindergarten in her home. Marjorie was a member of Central United Methodist Church and the Abigail Circle. She was also a charter member of Modern Gardners Garden Club, a life member of the Garden Club of North Carolina, a charter member of Chapter AV of PEO, a member of the Wednesday Afternoon Book Club, and a past member of the Junior Woman's Club. An avid Bridge player, Marjorie enjoyed being a part of several Bridge clubs. Always ready for an adventure, Marjorie loved to travel, especially to the beach and on cruises with her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, William "Bill" Luckenbach Holcomb of the home; and three children, Inglis Holcomb Rowe and her husband, David Lewis Rowe, of Mount Airy, Denise Holcomb Faw and her husband, the Rev. Thomas McLean Faw of Matthews, and Richard Benbow Holcomb of Mount Airy. She is also survived by five grandsons, McLean Luckenbach "Luke" Faw of Matthews, David Locke Rowe of Mount Airy, Lt. Benjamin Taylor Faw of Fort Benning, GA, William Anderson Rowe of Raleigh, and Matthew Thomas Faw of Boone; and a sister, Betty Benbow Baldwin of Winston-Salem. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, November 28, 2007, at 11:00 AM at Central United Methodist Church. The service will be conducted by the Rev. Thomas McLean Faw and the Rev. John Ferree. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Ladies' Parlor of Central United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials to Central United Methodist Church, 1909 North Main Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030, Joy Christian Fellowship, 11516 Idlewild Road, Matthews, NC 28105, The Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home, c/o Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 401 Technology Lane, Suite 200, Mount Airy, NC 27030, or the charity of the donor's choice. Moody Funeral Services in Mount Airy is serving the Holcomb family.

ANNE (SIMPKIN) HOPKINS - second daughter of the late Thomas Simpkin and Ann Warton Simpkin, was born at the Simpkin home, 2 ½ miles southwest of Griggsville, April 17, 1838. She was married to Benjamin Bazin Hopkins, November 15, 1864. She passed peacefully to rest at her late residence on July 3, 1922, at the age of 84 years, 2 months and 15 days. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, Capt. B. B. Hopkins; three daughters, Mrs. Lavina Fox of Griggsville, Mrs. Matilda Tompkins of Effingham, Ill., and Anne at home, two sons, Benj. B. and Robert I A. A sister, Mrs. Mary E. Hitch, and..brother, Thomas Simpkin, also survive, with many other relatives. Two sisters, Mrs. Sarah Lasbury and Mrs. Lavina Yates, and one daughter, Sarah Louise Hamilton, have passed on before. She was a communicant of St. James' Episcopal church, having been confirmed by Bishop Whitehouse. Funeral services were conducted from her late residence Wednesday morning, July 5, by the Rev. Wm. D. Foley, priest in charge of St. James church. Pall bearers were six nephews, John and Vincent Lasbury, Dr. T. S. and Rufus Hitch, Will and Thomas Simpkin, Jr., who carried her to her last resting place in the Simpkin-Brown cemetery near the family home.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

BENJAMIN HOPKINS - After a short illness, Benjamin Hopkins passed away last Sunday afternoon at his home in this city, at the age of 55 years. Deceased was a son of Capt. B. B. and Anne Simpkin Hopkins, both deceased, and was born in Walnut Creek neighborhood August 3, 1876. He had made his home in this community continuously with the exception of about a year in California. Surviving are the following sisters: Mrs. Thomas Fox, Mrs. Matilda Tompkins and Miss Anne Hopkins; also one brother, Robert. A sister, Mrs. Curry Hamilton, died in Denver in 1912. Funeral services will be held in St. James church Thursday morning at 10:30, conducted by Dean Schaad of the Cathedral of St. John, Quincy Interment will be in Simpkin-Brown cemetery.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

URIAH HOPPER who has been in very poor health, an old soldier of the late war, died Sunday [January 16] at 3 p.m. Mr. Hopper was born Nov. 30th, 1821, his age being 76 years, 1 month and 16 days. Mr. Hopper leaves a wife and a number of children. He has been in very poor circumstances. Word was received that a pension had been allowed of about $1,000, but the papers came too late as Mr. Hopper was nearly gone when the notice came.

Funeral services were held Monday [January 17] at 11 a.m. conducted by Elder Hawker at the Baptist church of which he was a member. He has lived in Hulls over two years, having come from Nebraska to Hulls. He was buried at Kinderhook Cemetery. Rev. J.F. Bennett was here Saturday in the interest of the pension of Mr. Hopper, but as he was past all help he returned Saturday on the 9 o'clock train via Wabash to Keokuk, Iowa
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NETTIE I. HOSKINS - Funeral services for Mrs. Nettie I. Hoskins, 77, of Camp Point, who died Wednesday morning at 10:45 in Blessing Hospital at Quincy , will be held Saturday morning at 10:30 in the Bower funeral home. The Rev. Victor Roberts of Quincy will officiate and burial will be in Paloma cemetery. Mrs. Hoskins was born at Atlas, Jan. 20, 1888. She was a member of the Methodist church. On Jan. 14, 1906 at St. Louis she married Ellis Hoskins who preceded her in death May 14, 1945. Surviving are a son, Harold P. of Lincoln , Neb. ; a daughter, Mrs. Norma R. (Evelyn) Bruns of Camp Point; a sister, Mrs. Ida Craigmiles of Rich Hill, Mo., and four grandchildren.

ROBERT J. HOSKINS 86, died Thursday, July 2, 2009, at Hannibal Regional Hospital. He was born May 3, 1923, in Barry, to George and Beulah (Cobern) Hoskins. He married Doris Megehe June 1, 1946 in Quincy. She survives in Kinderhook. He is also survived by two sons, Reginal (wife Janet) of Springfield, Mo. and Dwight (wife Christie) of Olathe, Kan.; a daughter, Debora (husband Jessie) of Bradenton, Fla.; five grandchildren, Travis Schmeisser, Joshua Story, Meghan Story, Shea Hoskins, Logan Hoskins; and one sister, Virginia Davis of Arizona. His parents and two sisters, Bonnie Vaughn and Shirley Baker, preceded him in death. He proudly served our country in the US Navy during World War II from Dec. 13, 1942 to Jan. 12, 1946 as a Gunners Mate Third Class aboard the USS Oakland. He served in the American Theater, Asiatic Pacific Area and the Philippine Liberation. During his service he was awarded the Good Conduct and Victory medals. After serving in the Navy, he actively farmed in the Kinderhook and Barry area for the next 32 years. After retiring from farming, he worked for 10 years as a Head Custodian for the Hannibal Public Schools. Nov. 7, 2008, Robert celebrated 60 continuous years of membership in the American Legion and was presented with his Certificate of Continuous Membership in March of this year. He was a member of the United Baptist Church at Kinderhook. During his retirement years, he spent the winter months in Florida with Doris enjoying the southern climate, their many friends and unique experiences it offered. His hobbies included woodcarving, golf and site seeing. Funeral services were held Monday, July, 6 at 11 a.m. at the United Baptist Church in Kinderhook, with Pastor Greg Maize officiating. Burial was at the Kinderhook Cemetery, with military rites by the Barry American Legion Post 222. Visitation was held Sunday evening from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry. Memorials are suggested to the Barry American Legion Post 222.
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CHARLES HUBBARD , age 87, of Pleasant Hill died Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. He was born Aug. 10, 1921 in Calhoun County, the son of Charles and Nancy Elizabeth Grammar Hubbard, Sr. He married Jean Yoc-um Oct. 26, 1940 in Bowling Green, Mo. and she survives. Charles was a 1939 graduate of Pleasant Hill High School and an Army veteran of WW II, taking part in the invasion of Normandy on D-Day, June 6, 1944 and was the recipient of the "Bronze Star" award. He was a former member of Pleasant Hill American Legion Post #1048. Charles was a long time employee of Panhandle Eastern Pipeline Company in Pleasant Hill, retiring after 38 years of service. He had also owned and operated a construction company in Pleasant Hill for more than 40 years. He was a member of the Nebo Christian Church. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Jean Hubbard of Pleasant Hill, a son, Randy (wife Nancy) Hubbard of Columbia, Mo. and two grandsons, Tyson Hubbard of Columbia and Trenton Hubbard of Grenada, West Indies. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Raymond and Joe Hubbard and by three sisters, Mildred Grimsley, Lucille Wombles and Velda Wombles. Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 3 p.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Bro. Don Hannel and Myrl Shireman. The family will meet with friends from 1 - 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial, with military honors, will be held at a later date in the Nebo Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Neb Cemetery Association. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangments
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Charles was a WW 2 vet, earning the bronze star
Graveside military rites for Charles Hubbard, Jr. 87, of Pleasant Hill, will be held Friday, July 10 at 2 p.m. at the Nebo Cemtery conducted by the Pleasant Hill American Legion Post 1048. Mr. Hubbard died Feb. 24, 2009 and cremation rites were accorded at that time. There is no visitation, but friends are invited to the graveside services, Memorials may be made to the Nebo Cemetery Association, Survivors include his wife, Jean Hubbard of Pleasant Hill; a son, Randy (wife Nancy) Hubbard of Columbia, Mo.; and two grandsons, Tyson Hubbard and Trenton Hubbard. Mr. Hubbard was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Raymond and Joe Hubbard and by three sisters, Mildred Grimsley, Lucille Wombles and Velda Wombles. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling arrangements,

DOROTHY R. HUBBARD , 78, of East Peoria and formerly of Quincy, died Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at her home. She was born Feb. 1, 1930 in Nebo to Charles W. and Lula McCann Hubbard Sr. They preceded her in death as did her sister, Elizabeth Hirst. Surviving are one daughter, Kim M. (Jeff) Bruce of East Peoria; and one grandson, Benjamin J. Bruce of East Peoria; one brother, Charles Wesley (Katie) Hubbard Jr. of Pleasant Hill; one brother-in-law, Irvin Hirst of Mission, Texas; 27 cousins; nine nieces and nephews; 16 great-nieces and nephews; and seven great-great-nieces and nephews. Dorothy worked at as a Nurse at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., Veterans Administration Hospital in Bronx, N.Y., Blessing Hospital and the Quincy Medical Group, both in Quincy, and American Red Cross and Beverly Home Care, both in Peoria. She also worked in the Fine Jewelry Department at Bergners in Sheridan Village. She enjoyed reading, travel, attending theater and spending time with her family. Funeral services for Dorothy were at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2 at Deiters Funeral Home in East Peoria. Visitation was from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, at the funeral home. Burial was in Fondulac Cemetery in East Peoria
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ELIZABETH (WINANS) HUBBARD widow of the late William Hubbard, passed away at the home of her sister, Mrs. Mary Dow, on West Jefferson Street, Wednesday evening, after a short illness from bronchial trouble, with which she had long been troubled, but which had but lately become alarming. Mrs. Hubbard had been living in her own home on West Perry street, up until a few weeks ago, when she went to the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. S. Shinn, for a few days. A little daughter in the Shinn family was taken down with scarlet s fever and rather than be quarantined, Mrs. Hubbard went over to her sister's home to make a little visit until the quarantine should be lifted, and it was there her condition became acute. Her daughter, Mrs. Dow, and, a nurse were constantly at her bedside until the end came. Funeral services were held from the Dow home on Saturday afternoon at half past four o'clock, Rev. Robert Atchison, of St. Stephens Episcopal church officiating. Mrs. Hubbard was a lifelong member and an active worker in the Congregational church but no minister of her church was near enough to be had at this time. Interment was made in the family lot in the West cemetery. Pallbearers were: George C. Weaver, Clark Armentrout, Fred Hicks, Harry Miller, E. D. Glandon, and Earl Grigsby. Elizabeth Madaline Winans was a born June 3, 1843, at Elizabeth, New Jersey, and came to Illinois with her parents in the spring of 1846, where they resided on a farm south of Pittsfield ten years, then moved to Pitts­field in the fall of 1856. She was married May 26, 1868 to Wm. A. Hubbard. In 1870 they moved to the state of Washington and remained there for six years when they returned to Pittsfield in 1876. Her husband died March 23, 1895. Pittsfield has been her home with the exception of the six years spent in Washington and twelve years spent in Springfield with her son, Guy. She passed away July 3rd, 1919, at 7:30 p. m. She is survived by two children, Mrs. Eva Shinn of this city and Guy W. Hubbard of Springfield, and three grandchildren. Her aged brother, Mr. Con Winans and one sister Mrs. Mary Dow, with whom she spent her last days, also survive her. Mrs. Hubbard was a faithful working member of the Congregational church in this city. She was interested in all the benevolences and missionary activities of that church and for many years was a teacher in the Sunday school. She was a devoted a: Christian, a loving mother and a faithful friend, and her memory will w always be precious to those who knew her.
Transcribed and submitted by Delaine Donaldson - From Pike County Democrat(Pittsfield, Illinois), Wednesday, July 9, 1919

IRENE (WILLARD) HUBBARD 92, of Pittsfield, died Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Born near Nebo, IL., September 23, 1913, a daughter of Charles W. and Lola Cunningham Willard. She married Roy Hubbard November 30, 1935 in Jacksonville, IL and he preceded her on Sept. 10, 1995. She was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Pittsfield and was a sales representative for Stanley Home Products for many years and loved to collect antiques. Survivors: a son Phillip Hubbard of Leonard, CT. and a daughter Janet Leahr of Rockford, IL and two grandchildren. She was preceded by her husband Roy, two sisters Ila Couch and Edith Cosgrove Graham and six brothers, Jess, Harold, Wayne, Leo, Everett and Travis Willard. She was the last of her generation. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield with Rev. Bruce Willard officiating. Burial will be at the Pittsfield West Cemetery. Friends may call at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield, IL on Tuesday from 6 till 8 p.m. Memorials are to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.

LETTIE ALICE (WITTY) HUBBARD was born July 20,1901 and passed from this life at 12:15 a.m. Sept. 12, 1929. At the age of 14, she confessed her faith in Christ as her Lord and Savior, and remained true to her confession until she was called from this to a better and happier heavenly life. She was married to Paul Hubbard, Feb. 5, 1918. To this union were born four children, Hazel, Mary, and Paula, and one who passed away in infancy. Besides her husband and children, she leaves her parents, two sisters, Emma Foreman of Aurora, Neb. and Maude Smith of Pleasant Hill; one brother, Ray Witty of Rockport, IL, her grandfather and many other relatives and friends.
Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Pike County Republician Oct. 2, 1929

BERNICE (DEAN) HULL - 96, died on Sunday, January 30, 2005 at 8:05 P.M. at the Liberty Village in Pittsfield, Illinois. She was born on October 21, 1908 in New Salem, IL to William and Ruth Mink Dean. She married Jesse H. Hull on June 27, 1929 in Pittsfield and he preceded her on August 13, 1994. She was a member of the Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene. She graduated from New Salem High School in 1926. Member of Mrs. Curry's Adult Sunday School Class. She enjoyed her flowers, babysitting her grandchildren and cooking. Survivors: four daughters Mrs. Gene (Irene) Nevius, Pittsfield, IL., Mrs. Mildred "Millie" Akers, Pittsfield, IL., Mrs. Irvin (Betty) Miller, Quincy, IL., Mrs. Larry (Ruth) Pollard, Mexico, Mo., one brother Norman Dean, Pittsfield, Il., sixteen grandchildren, thirty-one great grandchildren and fourteen great great grandchildren. She raised her granddaughter Mrs. Larry (Kay) Snyder, Pittsfield, IL., in her home. Preceded by her husband, Jesse, a son John William in 1988, a daughter Shirley Hammitt, a grandson Norman Hull, two brothers Arthur Frank and Converse Dean and one sister Mrs. Wilma Gleckler. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 2, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield, IL. with Rev. John Ruzich officiating. Burial will be at the Grey Cemetery, New Salem, Il.

CHARLES SMITH HULL - Deceased, was born in this tp. Jan. 26, 1843, the son of Thos. Hull, deceased, who came to Southern Illinois in 1822, and to this county in 1829. Charles was raised on a farm and educated in the public school; June 4, 1868, he married Louisa, daughter of Nathan H. Davis, near Griggsville. Mr. Hull was a farmer and stock-raiser, and resided on the old homestead until his death, which occurred Jan. 11, 1879, a zealous Methodist. Mr. and Mrs. Hull had 2 children, Mary A. and Sarah A. The Hull farm was one of the first farms settled and improved in this tp. Mrs. H. still resides there and carries on the farm.
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MEREDITH HULL 94, of Barry, died Monday, Aug. 11, 2008, in Illini Community Hospital, Pittsfield. He was born Nov. 24, 1913, in Baylis to Cecil and Dollie (Pilling) Hull. They preceded him in death. He married Ella Lee Myers (date unknown). She died in 1980. He later married Elizabeth Sutton (date unknown). She survives in Barry. He had one daughter, Elizabeth K. Hull and she preceded him in death. He is survived by one niece, Mrs. James (Susan) Lakamp, of Chapin, who was raised in the home; and one step­daughter, Shirley Hallock, of Milford. Also survived by four step-grandsons, Royce Hallock, Randy Hallock, Nolan Hallock and John Hallock; one step granddaughter, Mrs. Mail( (Melody) Swanlund; one great nephew, Doug Lakamp and his wife, Jenny; two great‑ nieceSs, Mrs. Scott (Lisa) Musch and Mrs. James (Cara) Oliver; and five great-great-nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Clarence (Wayne) Hull and Lyndell (Toby) Hull and two sis­ters, Helen Milton and Freth A. Hull. Skeet was a W.W. II Army Veteran and served in the Pacific Theatre as a Staff Sergeant where he earned a Bronze Star. After the Army he became the Barry Postmaster for many years until his retirement. He was a life member of the Barry American Legion Post #222. He served with the Barry Fire Department for 70 years of which many were spent as Chief Skeet was a Master Mason for over 50 years as well as a member of the Ansar Shrine. In his youth he was an Eagle Scout and served as a Scout Master for many years. He was inducted into the Illinois Basketball Association Hall of Fame and served as a timekeeper for many years. He was a member of the Barry United Methodist Church. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Burial was in the Park Lawn Cemetery in Barry. Visitation was held from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14th, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry.
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PEARL HULL , 81, of Concord, died Friday, Sept. 18, 2009, at his home in Concord. Born March 6, 1928, near New Salem, he was a son of Pearl D. and Wilma M. Freezland Hull. He married Mildred Curtis and she preceded him in death April16,1977. He then married Hattie VanBuskirk Oct. 29, 1977, and she preceded him in death in 1998. He then married Della M. VanBuskirk Dec.12, 1998, in Concord in her home and she survives. Mr. Hull farmed in his early years and was a carpenter and construction worker. He enjoyed gardening and woodworking. Survivors include his wife Della Hull of Concord; three sons, Ronald (Judy) Hull of Chambersburg, Stanley (Kandi) Hull of Pittsfield and Gary (Tammi) Hull of Pleasant Hill; five daughters, Connie (Gary) Wooldridge, New Port Richie, Fla., Shelia (Kenny) Gwartney, Barry, Wilma Kirgan, Pittsfield, Vanessa (Rick) Lister, Griggsville, Pam (Ed) Smiley, Holliday, Fla.; stepchildren, Leota Wilcox, Jacksonville, Kathy (Rick) Hewitt, Ark., Fred (Linda) Lothridge, Perry, Rex (Pam) Lothridge, Pittsfield, Gary (Candance) Downing, Pittsfield, David (Darlene) Downing, Pocahontas, Ark., Marion (Curtis) Arnold, Marshall, Texas, Sharon (Butch) Sneeden, Pittsfield, Patty (Max) Flowers, Perry, Bob (Joyce) Williams, Pittsfield and Rick Williams, Mt. Sterling; 31 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; 12 great- great-grandchildren; 25 step grandchildren; 28 step great-grandchildren; two brothers, Donald (Beulah) Hull of Griggsville and George (Ruth Ann) Hull of Jacksonville; and one sister, Margie (Richard) Hickman of Great Falls, Mont. He was preceded in death by his wives, one daughter, Deanna Black, two brothers, Russel and Howard Hull and an infant sister, Juanita. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 22, at the Griggsville Cemetery.
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RUTH M. (GARNER) HULL , 85, died Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, at her son's home in Casey from her recent bout of colon cancer. Ruth was born Aug. 16, 1923 in Rockport a daughter of Bert and Etta Whitlock Smith. She married Roy (Jack) Garner Jan. 16, 1941 in Palmyra. He died Feb. 5, 1973. She married Don A Hull Nov. 18th, 1987 and he died Feb. 26, 1991. She grew up in Pike County and worked for Brown Shoe Company for 21 years and Illini Hospital for 23 years as a certified nurse assistant until she retired. She enjoyed reading and crossword puzzles, eating out with family and friends and enjoyed the outdoors. She enjoyed traveling. Besides being a loving mother and grandmother, she had a good heart, loved everyone, and gave out her special hugs to anyone. All will sorely miss her. Survivors include one son, Jim (Margaret) Garner, Casey; one sister, Helen (Ward) Hicks of Independence, Mo.; one brother, William Rex Smith of Baylis; three grandchildren, Kathy (Tim) Dunbar and Brenda (Bricker) Smith of Hannibal, Mo., Kevin (Nancy) Garner of Toledo; and one stepgrandchild, Belinda (Greg) Forte of Brighton, Colo.; 11 great-grandchildren, Sara Dunbar (Matthew) Alexander, Matthew and Jenna Dunbar, Jason (Allie) Bricker, Dustin (Erin) Smith, Coleman and Miranda Garner and Erika and Megan Zytka, and Tony (Leah) Forte, and Krista (Chris) Ramirez; nine great-great-grandchildren Rayven and Kaylee Bricker, Skyler and Brooke Smith, Taylor, Caitlyn and Colton Forte and Jesse and Alyssa Ramirez; and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded by her parents, five brothers, three sisters and one grandchild, Teresa Garner. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 28, at 11 a.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield with Rev. Tim Dunbar officiating. Burial will be at the Samuel-Taylor Cemetery in Rockport. Visitation will be held Friday, Feb. 27, 4 until 8 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Memorials are to the Samuel-Taylor Cemetery.
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SELMA M. HULL , 90, a lifelong Buckley resident died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at Heartland Health Care, Paxton, where she had resided for six and a half years. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, at St. John's Lutheran Church, Buckley. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Ford-Baier Funeral Home, 306 E. Lincoln St., Buckley and one hour before the funeral service at the church. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Buckley. Selma was born Sept. 20, 1918, in Buckley to William and Clara (Dambold) Sprehe. She married Leonard "Hey Boy" Hull March 7, 1937. Her parents, her husband, two brothers, Wilfred and Ervie Sprehe; two sons, Alan and Robert; and one daughter, Beverly, preceded her in death. Survivors include three sons, Dave (Doris) Hull, Morrow, Ga., Jim (Diane) Hull, Buckley Larry Hull, Hurst, Texas; four daughters, Eileen (Bill) Scheiwe, Pittsfield, Diana (Roy) Cordes, Kankakee, Betty Hull, Buckley, Kay (Darrell) Horn, Dieterich; 24 grandchildren, five step grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, six step great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Selma lived her life in Buckley. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church. She attended St. John's Lutheran School and graduated from Buckley Community High School as valedictorian. She married and had 10 children in 18 years. She lost one son at 18 months, one son at birth, her husband after 55 years of marriage, and three months later a 49 year old daughter. Each time God supported her for what lay ahead. But her greatest strength was her assurance that "by grace she was saved through faith in Jesus Christ". This was evident in the life she lived and in the love and compassion she showed to her family, friends, and total strangers. She was devoted to and active in her church all her life. One of her greatest joys was singing in the church choir.
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SIMON HULL was born near Cincinnati, Ohio, November 26, 1819 and died at his home near Barry, Illinois, March 3, 1902, aged 82 years, 3 months and 7 days. At the age of 21 he married Miss Sarah Snyder of the same place, on October 2, 1842, shortly afterward he brought his young wife to Barry, Ill., and his life since than has been spent in its immediate vicinity, having lived on the farm where he died, for the past 47 years. On January 16, 1896 he lost the devoted companion of more than half a century and since then has truly felt that he only awaited the summons to meet her. For nearly sixty years he has been identified with Barry and her interests; he is, as far as the writer knows, the oldest member of the Barry Baptist church. Kind hearted, generous to a fault, but uncompromising and stern where wrong was concerned; a faithful friend and an affectionate father has entered into a long desired haven of rest. Two children are left to revere his memory--Mrs. Ida Hoyt of Barry and Mrs. Alice Lewton of Laddonia, MO. Funeral services were conducted at the Barry Baptist church at 2:o'clock Wednesday afternoon, March 5, by the pastor Rev. Hurley and the remains were laid to rest in the Barry Cemetery.
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ALEXANDER HUNTER well known farmer of Pittsfield, died at 11:15 pm Sunday, January 7, 1962, in Illini Hospital where he had been admitted Saturday morning. Funeral services will be held this (Wednesday) afternoon at two at Sutter Chapel with Rev. Joe Maynard officiating. Interment will be in the West Cemetery in Pittsfield, IL. Mr. Hunter had been retired for a number of years. He and his son, Donald and family shared a farm home south of Pittsfield. Born May 12, 1874, in Pike County, IL, Alexander was the son of Robert and Rebecca Kelly Hunter. He is survived by the son, Donald, and one daughter, Mrs. Natalie Thrall of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Six grandchildren also survive. Alexander Hunter was named by his grandfather, Nathan Kelly, while he laid on his deathbed. It was Nathan's wish that he be named Alexander after his other grandfather, Alexander Hunter.

JANE (KELLY) HUNTER - The subject of this sketch, born in Milford, Donegal County, Ireland, Sept. 14, 1807, died at the residence of her son, Mr. Robert Hunter, October 23, 1895. She was married to her husband, Alexander Hunter, in 1833 and resided with him in Milford, Ireland, until 1846, when they removed to Edinburgh, Scotland, enjoying health and prosperity. Mr. Hunter being employed as a government detective, till the year 1851, when he was called away without a moment's warning, leaving her with a family of four children and very little provision for the future. Thus suddenly widowed, she decided to bring her family to America whither all her relatives had already gone. She came to this country in 1852, determined to do the best she could. Being then 49 years of age she took up the burden of life as never before and following the vocation of nurse and not only earned a livelihood, but by skill, amiability and devotion to duty, endeared herself not to individuals only, but to whole families to whom she was always "Grandma Hunter" and who with many other friends will long cherish her memory. The deceased was the mother of nine children, four of whom, Mrs. Joseph Hunter, Mrs. R. A. Walker, Mr. Robert Hunter and Mr. Nathan Hunter, are still living and who with 20 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren mourn her death. She was a member of the Free Church of Scotland and brought with her a testimonial from her pastor, Mr. Brown, on which she was received into membership in the Congregational Church of Pittsfield, in which fellowship she continued till the time of her death. As a self sacrificing mother, a loyal friend and a consistent Christian, she will long be held in loving remembrance. The last years of her life were spent in the home of her son, Robert, who with his faithful wife and family ministered to her unceasingly through several years of helplessness. Here many friends visited her and helped to cheer her through long hours of suffering and confinement. Here the burden of her years, numbering 88, fell away, and on Wednesday morning at the break of day she "entered into rest". The funeral occurred from her late home, Thursday, Oct. 12, Rev. J. O. Emerson officiating. The remarks of her pastor from Phil. 1:21, were peculiarly appropriate. The remains were interred in the West Cemetery, Pittsfield, Illinois in the presence of a large company of relatives and friends.

JOSEPH HUNTER - The subject of this memoir, was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, April 30, 1834. In early manhood he came to the United States and located at Pittsfield, IL, where in 1853, he was married to Miss Martha Hunter. In the household thus founded, 9 children grew to man hood and womanhood, 3 of whom, Jean, Mattie, and Joseph H. preceded him into the larger life. There still survive him William A., of Farmington, NM, Mary Katherine, Robert B., of Woodward, OK, Margaret M. Hatfield, Chicago, and Annie L. Stivers, of Los Angeles, CA, and Grace B. Russell, of Woodward, OK, all of whom except Mrs. Stivers are with the bereaved mother who survives the companion of so many eventful years. 8 grandchildren and many other near and dear relatives also mourn the loss of a loved one. When Mr. Hunter came to Illinois it was somewhat of a frontier state, and he entered into the activities of the new world with characteristic energy. He loved nature and it was a joy to him to see the kindly earth bring forth her goodly harvest. Throughout the years of his long and useful life his influence was always on the side of right as he saw it and for many years he has been a staunch advocate of the prohibition of the liquor traffic. Leaving the home in 1885 he moved with his family farther west. After a year spent in Caldwell, Kansas, he moved to Beaver in the Neutral Strip. In the year 1895 he "made the run" at the opening of the Cherokee Strip and located at the site of the present city of Woodward, where he resided until his death, May 2, 1912, aged 78 years. Thus was ended a life, long in its number of years, great in its distinguishing characteristics of honesty, fidelity to fixed intentions and unusual abilities in business where only the Golden Rule was the business code. - Woodward (Okla.) News Bulletin
Pike County Democrat - Wed. May 22, 1912

MARY BELLE (KISER) HUNTER - Funeral services for Mrs. Alex Hunter were held on Sunday afternoon at the family residence at 2 p.m. in charge of Rev. C. H. Thrall and pastor of St. John's Church, Peoria, IL and Rev. R. C. Calderwood of Pittsfield, IL. Mary Belle, daughter of Nathan and Eliza Kisor, was born in Newburg township, Pike Co, IL, April 23, 1877 and departed this life February 13, 1936, aged 58 years, 9 months and 20 days. She was one of four children, a sister dying in infancy, two brothers, Dan K. and Fred W.; an uncle, John Kiser, an aunt, Ella Stults; and three nephews, Keith, Kenneth and Kyle Kiser survive. On March 27, 1910 she was united in marriage to Alex Hunter. To this union were born two children, Natalie Elizabeth who is teaching in the Johnston City high school and Donald Robert who is at home. Early in life she united with the Detroit, IL M. E. Church, later transferring her membership to the Pittsfield M. E. church under the ministry of Wm. G. Pulliam. She graduated from the Pittsfield High School, became a teacher, taught several terms at Pleasant Hill, near Milton, and eight terms at her home school in Newburg. Mrs. Hunter was a woman of sterling qualities, a good wife devoted to her husband, children and home.
Pike County Democrat - Feb. 19, 1936

REBECCA (KELLY) HUNTER eldest daughter of Nathan and Sarah Kelly, pioneer settlers of Pike County, was born August 6, 1851, at the old Kelly homestead about one half mile from where she passed away from this life to the life eternal March 22, 1922. (Newburg Township, Pike County, Illinois) With the exception of a few years her earthly life has been spent in the home in which she died. In 1871 she was married to Robert Hunter, who with 6 children of eleven born to this union survive her, five having died in infancy. The surviving children are Mrs. Sarah Jane Hatfield of Little River, Kansas; Alexander Hunter of Pittsfield; Merrel Hunter of New Canton; Margaret Cunningham of Nebo; Edna Smith of Milton and Rebecca Kelly Kellum of Beverly. 21 grandchildren and 3 sisters, Mrs. Margaret Fruit of Aspen, Colorado; Mrs. Eliza Delahay of Jefferson City, Mo.; and Nansie Blair of Barry, and two brothers George and William Kelly of Pittsfield, also left to mourn her departure, together with other relatives and friends.
Will of Rebecca Hunter

ROBERT HUNTER born in Milford, Donegal County, Ireland, July 4th, 1843, was of a family of 6 children, four of whom preceded him in death. A sister, Mrs. Annie Walker, of Ellis, Kansas, and Mr. Nathan Hunter of Denver, Colorado, survive. His parents, Alexander and Jane Kelly Hunter, were of Scotch-Irish descent. In 1846 the family removed to Edinburg, Scotland, where Mr. Hunter's death in 1852 left his family with small resources, so that in 1853 they embarked for America, coming on a sailing vessel. After a short residence in New York they came to Pike County, Illinois, where Mrs. Hunter's brothers were already located. Here his boyhood was spent. At the age of 17 he responded to the call of the country of his adoption and donned the uniform of the Union army and marched away with his comrades in Co. B. 28th IL Reg. He was wounded at the battle of Shiloh, but after a short furlough returned to his regiment, serving out the time of his enlistment. Upon its expiration he enlisted in Co. G. 62nd Inf. serving altogether 4 years and 12 days, being mustered out at Brownsville, Texas, March 15, 1866, afterwards joining the Scouts and scouting over what was then the Indian Territory--now a part of several states. He was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic and the annual Shiloh trips and G. A. R. meetings have given interest to his later life. Upon his return to private life he was employed in his brother-in-law's shoe shop, but after his marriage to Rebecca Kelly in 1871 he engaged in farming. His late years have been spent quietly with books and current literature. Mrs. Hunter's death occurred March 22, 1922. Six children: Mrs. Sarah Jane Hatfield, Little River, Kansas; Alexander Hunter, Pittsfield, IL; Merrill Hunter, New Canton, IL; Mrs. Margaret T. Cunningham, Milton, IL; Mrs. Edna Smith, Milton, IL; and Mrs. Rebecca Kellum, Beverly, IL; and 22 grandchildren survive. On October 12th, the 52nd anniversary of his marriage, he suffered a slight paralytic stroke, but his rapid recovery left his family quite unprepared for his sudden death on Thursday, October 18th, 1923. He will long be missed by his family and friends. The funeral services were conducted at the residence southwest of town Sunday afternoon, by Rev. Keltner, of the Christian Church. Burial was at the Episcopal Cemetery, Pittsfield, IL.

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