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

FRANCES R. (JACKSON) HAWKINS was born Oct. 19, 1919 in Elyria , Ohio and died Jan. 23, 1981 in Louisiana , MO. Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . She married Leslie G. Hawkins on Nov. 21, 1945 in Cleveland , OH , he survives. Her father was Francis Jackson, her mother, Stella (surname not stated). WWII Navy vet. Survived by one son: Frank of Louisiana, Mo.; two daughters: Mrs. Gary (Lynn) Shireman of Pleasant Hill and Mrs. Gene (Becky) Crum of Pittsfield; one brother: John Jackson of Allandale, Fla.; five sisters: Mrs. Ethel Mossholder, Mrs. Esther Frazee and Mrs. Mary Sarver of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, and Mrs. Betty Galloway of Pleasant Hill, and Mrs. Hazel Fox of East Alton; and three grandchildren.

ETHEL (SMITH) HAYDEN - Funeral services for Mrs. Ethel Hayden, 74, of Pittsfield were held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Coultas Funeral Home, Pleasant Hill, with Bro Jesse Smith officiating. Interment was in Nebo cemetery. Mrs. Ruby Goodin and Mrs. Oneida Pruett sang, accompanied by Mrs. Katerine Greenstreet. Mrs. Hayden died Monday even, July 31, 1967, at Couch Nursing Home, Pittsfield. Born in Nebo July 4, 1893 Ethel Smith was the daughter of William E. and Susan Bray Smith. She was married Sept 7, 1919 to Claude Hayden who preceded her in death. Mrs. Hayden was the last surviving member of her family. She was a member of the Baptist church.
Contributed by Carolyne Conner Puskas

MARY HAYDEN - August 11.--Died, in Detroit Township, a few miles east of this city, last night, Mrs. Mary HAYDEN, aged 80 years. The deceased was born in Missouri, but came to this county in 1830. She leaves nine children, sixty grandchildren, and seventeen great-grandchildren to mourn her death.
St. Louis Globe-Democrat August 12 1887

VICTORIA (GEORGE) HAYDEN was born April 30, 1917 in Orrville , Ohio and died Jan. 6, 1981 in Quincy , IL . Burial was in Wells Cemetery , near Pleasant Hill , IL . She married Lyle Hayden on Jan. 23, 1954 in Beirut , Lebanon , he survives. Her father was Frank George; her mother; Philomina Backlenee. A resident of Pleasant Hill, IL, she is survived by her son: Wesley Hayden of Cleveland, OH; following sisters and brother: Miss Evelyn George of CA, Miss Isabell George, Mrs. Josephine Ferris, Mrs. Pauline Hatton and Mrs. Virginia Johnson, all of Cleveland, OH, Mrs. Mary Rose Hudson of Denver, CO, and Thomas George of Cleveland, OH.

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.

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.

CHARLES W. HERRON , 95, of Pittsfield Healthcare and formerly of Pleasant Hill , died Friday, Feb. 25, 2005, at Pittsfield Healthcare Center . He was born Feb. 11, 1910 in Calhoun County to Tim and Clara Foster Herron. He married Leona E. "Babe" Harris, July 17, 1934 in Pittsfield . She preceded him in death Sept. 23, 2000. He was an engineer for Panhandle Eastern Pipeline Company in Pleasant Hill and retired in 1972. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of the National Rifle Association. He is survived by one son, Kenneth W. (wife Sharon) Herron of Quincy; four brothers, John Herron of Rock Island , Doug Herron of Nebo, Junior Herron of Pleasant Hill and Leroy Herron of Texas ; and two sisters, Ebby Davis of Oregon and Genevieve Buchanan of Pleasant Hill . He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife and several brothers and sisters. Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 28, at 11 am at the Ward Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Richard Hobbs. Visitation was held from 10 am until time of services. Burial was at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill . Pallbearers were Daryl Herron, Steve Herron, Carrol Menke, Fred Rodhouse, Cecil Long, and Ronnie White. Memorials may be made to the Pleasant Hill Christian Church.

CLARA ETTA (FOSTER) HERRON , 74, of Pleasant Hill were held at 2 pm Thursday at the Pleasant Hill Christian Church. Interment was in Indian Creek Cemetery in Calhoun county. Mrs. Herron died at 3:25 am Tuesday, Sept. ?? in Illini Hospital in Pittsfield . Born in Pike county Jan. 27, 1892, Clara Etta Foster was the daughter of Charles and Lucinda Bensinger Foster. She was married in Hardin Feb. 26, 1909 to Timothy Herron, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Herron was a member of Pleasant Hill Christian Church. She is survived by five sons and five daughters. They are: Carl of Nebo, Richard of Kampsville, Charles of Pleasant Hill, John of Rock Island and Simon of Rapid City, S. Dak, Mrs. Mina Smith of Hannibal , Mo. , Mrs. Elizabeth Miller of Pleasant Hill , Mrs. Ruth Prater of Astoria , Mrs. Genevieve Buchanan of Pleasant Hill and Mrs. Betty Coonrod of Madison . Also surviving are 17 grandchildren 19 great grandchildren, three brothers and five sisters. The brothers are Lee Foster of Bowling Green , Mo. , Ted and Walter, both of Hamburg . The sisters are Mrs. Lizzie Carroll and Mrs. Blanche Little, both of Hamburg , Mrs. Freda Buchanan of Nebo, Mrs. Anna Gates of Pleasant Hill and Mrs. Frances Knollhoff of Mitchell.

JOHN T. HERRON , 89, of Milan , died Monday, Aug. 15, 2005, at his home. Funeral services are 1 pm Thursday at Family Funeral Services, Milan . Visitation is 11 am until time of service. Interment is in Roselawn Memorial Estate, Moline . Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. He was born June 4, 1916, in Crab Orchard, Neb. , to Timothy and Clara Foster Herron. He married Gertrude Hill June 26, 1937, in Moline . She died Jan. 5, 1996. John served in the Navy. He worked at Allied Stone in Milan for 30 years as a dynamiter, retiring in 1981. Prior to that, he was a delivery driver for local dairies. He enjoyed trapping, fishing, hunting and mushroom hunting. Survivors (and spouses) are two daughters, Rogene (John) Munson, Milan, Joy (Darrell) Rittierodt, Montgomery, Ill.; two sons, Duane (Kathy) Herron, Silvis, Dennis (Sharon) Herron, California; 26 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; two brothers, Doug Herron, Pleasant Hill, Ill., Leroy Herron, Texas; two sisters, Genevieve Buchanan, Pleasant Hill, Ebbie Davis, Oregon. His parents, three sisters, two brothers and one grandchild preceded him in death.

LEONA (HARRIS) HERRON , 84, of Pleasant Hill , died Saturday morning, September 23, 2000 at the Pittsfield Healthcare Center . Born May 18, 1916, in Calhoun county, she was a daughter of Dewey and Georgia Garner Harris. She married Charles W. "Pick" Herron July 17, 1934 in Pittsfield and he survives. Also surviving are a son, Kenneth W. (Sharon) Herron of Quincy; and three sisters, Edna Ward of Pleasant Hill, Ethel Green of Mississippi and Ella Calhoun of Wapato, Wash. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Alonzo and Floyd Harris and one sister Pauline Bobo. Mrs. Herron was a member of the Pleasant Hill Christian Church. She was a homemaker and enjoyed crocheting. Services were held at 10:30 am Tuesday in Ward-Lummis Funeral Home with Eldon Cook officiating. Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery . Pallbearers were Richard Hobbs, Carroll Long, Cecil Long, Lowell McKee, Kenny White and Ronny White. Memorials may be made to the Pleasant Hill Christian Church Building Fund.

RICHARD HERRON , 76, of Pleasant Hill died Sunday, July 17, 2005, at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield . He was born March 13, 1929 in Calhoun County to Tim and Clara Foster Herron. He married Edna Mae Coonrod Feb. 14, 1952 in Hardin and she survives. He was a farmer and had also been employed by Stark Brothers Nursery and retired as an iron worker from Louisiana , Mo. He enjoyed gardening. Other survivors include: two daughters, Sherry (husband Thomas) Schlieper of Nebo, Karen (husband George) Cooper of Winchester; six grandchildren, Bonnie (husband Doug) Payne of Time, Thomas Michael (wife Tara) Schlieper of Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo., Amanda Schlieper of Nebo, Jessica (husband Steve) Mangham of Nebo, Angie Cooper of Winchester and Matt Cooper of Winchester; two step grandchildren, Seph (wife Rachel) Cooper and Nicole (husband Robert) Howard; five step great-grandchildren; three brothers, John Herron of Rock Island, Doug Herron of Nebo and Leroy Herron of Texas; and two sisters, Ebby Davis of Oregon and Genevieve Buchana of Pleasant Hill. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, Mina Smith, Betty Coonrod, Ruth Prater and Barbara Herron; a brother, Charles "Pick" Herron; and a grandson, Tim Broggan. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, July 20, at 1 p.m. at the Ward-Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill with Justin Raulston officiating. Burial will be at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill . Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until time of services.

TIM HERRON , age 84, a life long resident of Pleasant Hill township, died Oct. 31 at Illini hospital where he had been a patient for a month following an accident. Mr. Herron had the misfortune to walk in front of a car in Pleasant Hill , and sustained a fractured hip. At the time of the accident he and his family were living in Mozier , Ill. , where they had moved about two months previously. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon, Nov. 1, at Indian Creek church, and burial was in Indian Creek cemetery in Calhoun county. Mr. Herron is survived by his wife, Clara, and the following children, John of Rock Island, Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, Rockport, Mrs. Ruth Prater, Mrs. Genevieve Davis, Mrs. Mina Smith and Douglas Herron of Pleasant Hill, and Betty Ann, Tim, Jr and Simon Leroy all at home.

WANDA MAE (WEBB) HERRON , 75, of Nebo died Sun., Nov. 14, 2004 at Illini Community Hospital in Pittsfield , IL . Born Jan. 27, 1929, at Hamburg , she was a daughter of Lacy and Velma Buchanan Webb. She married Carl D. "Doug" Herron Aug. 2, 1947 in Pittsfield and he survives. Wanda enjoyed crocheting, cooking and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include 3 sons, Daryl (Carla) Herron of Nebo and a daughter, Mrs. Larry (Cheryl) Conkright of Springfield; 3 brothers, Bob and Jim Webb of Pleasant Hill and Elby Webb of East Alton, 4 sisters, Wilma Rodhouse and Sandra Heimer of Pleasant Hill, Marie Carroll of New Hartford and Lena Belt of Roxanna; 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Juanita Vetter, and a grandson, Travis Herron. Funeral services will be held Wed at 10 am at Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield with burial in Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill.

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.
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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.
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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
Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Barry Adage

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.

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

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

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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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.
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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.