OUR THANKS: Words cannot express our thanks and appreciation to our friends and neighbors for every kind deed rendered; every word of comfort spoken and for the beautiful floral tribute given during the sickness and death of our dear Mother, Ellen Greenstreet Main.
The Children and Grandchildren
Contributed by Carolyne Conner Puskas

F.A. MAIN - Jeweler Here For 45 Years Dies Tuesday Night - Friends were shocked to learn of the death of F. A. Main, jeweler in Pittsfield for over 45 years, which occurred at 11:20 Tuesday night at Illini Hospital . His wife, Mrs. Iva Scanland Main, died just exactly four weeks ago, Sept. 28. The body is at the Sutter Funeral home. Funeral will be at 2:30 Friday afternoon at the Methodist Church . Mr. Main was in Illini Hospital last week but returned home over the weekend, and re-entered Sunday evening. He was suffering from a severe anemic condition and other complications. His two daughters, Mrs. Marguerite Zimmerman of Decatur and Mrs. Bernice Martin of Oak Park were both here last week but had returned home over Sunday. They arrived here only about an hour before his death. Besides his daughters, Mr. Main is survived by a sister, Mrs. Blanche Gay of this city, a brother Roscoe in Santa Barbara , Calif. , and a grandson, Roger Zimmerman.

GERALD W. MAIN , 57, of Route 1, Liberty died Sunday in the Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. Son of Clyde and Helen Yakley Main, he married Lulu Imogene Mixer on Feb. 25, 1949, in Pittsfield. They had four children. Mr. Main was a farmer.

JOSEPHINE (BRANNICK) MAIN , 75, of Pittsfield and formerly of Griggsville and Metamora, died Saturday, July 12, 2003, at her res­idence. She was born June 9, 1928 in Griggsville to the late Fred & Ruth Jackson Brannick. She married George Robert "Bob" Main Aug. 18, 1950 in Peoria, and he survives. Also surviving are one sister, Mrs. James (Edna) Groom of Mesquite, Texas; two brothers, Robert Brannick of Missouri and Buster Brannick of Louisville, Ky. She was preceded in death by her Parents and two brothers. Mrs. Main was a 1946 graduate of Griggsville High School in Griggsville. She and her husband were past residents of Metamora, where she worked for the old. Walfald Manufacturing in Peoria, before moving to Pike County, fol­lowing her husband's retirement. She enjoyed traveling and working in the yard with her husband. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today, Wednesday (July 16) at the Griggsville Cemetery with Rev. David Schultz officiating. There will be no visitation.
Contributed by Billie Browning

NORMAN MAIN - 78, of Barry. Born Jan. 23, 1930 in Pleasant Vale Twp. Pike county. A son of Irvin P. and Louise V. (Wilson) Main. Died Thursday, July 17th 2008 in Illini Community Hospital in Pittsfield. On September 30th 1951 he married Betty Fletcher in Barry. She survives in Barry. He also survived by a son, Eric Main and his companion, Melissa Warning of Barry; two daughters, Mrs. Steve (Debby) Bradshaw of Quincy and Kim Pulliam of Barry; seven grandsons, Ryan Pulliam of St. Louis Mo., Reid Pulliam of New Canton, Brian Bradshaw of Pittsfield, Kevin Bradshaw of Quincy, Kyle Warning of Barry, Evin Main of Barry, Colton Main of Barry; three granddaughters, Laura Floch of Memphis, Tenn., Erin Bradshaw of St. Louis Mo. and Katie Pulliam of New Canton. In addition he is survived by two brothers, Kyle Main and his companion, Mary Shuck of Hannibal Mo. and Gary Main and his wife, Nancy, of Barry. He was preceded in death by his parents. Norman farmed all of his life in Barry, he also owned and operated Pittsfield Ford/Mercury dealership for 14 years. In his spare time he enjoyed gardening and his pets he was especially fond of spending time with his family and friends. Funeral services were held Monday at 10 a.m. July 21, 2008 in the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Visitation was Sunday July 20, 2008 from 2 til 6 p.m. in the Funeral Home. Burial will be in Park Lawn Cemetery Barry. Memorials are suggested to The Barry Fire Dept.
Contributed by Billie Browning - Pike Press

LILLIE M. (FAST) MALONE died at her home here, Thursday morning, after a week's illness. Her condition had not been considered serious until 2 o'clock, Thursday morning when Dr. G. A. Gilbert was called. Death was caused from neuralgia of the heart. Mrs. Malone was born at Pleasant Hill, March 5, 1881, and was married to Mr. Malone in 1927. Besides the husband, she leaves her parents, Mr and Mrs. W. R. Fast of Pleasant Hill; three sisters, Mrs Millie Gray of East Hannibal, Mrs. Rose Baughman of New Canton, and Mrs. Ruth Daniels of Atlas; two brothers, Wm. Fast of Summer Hill and Everett Fast of East Hannibal. Mrs. Malone was a member of the Pike County Mutual. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from Union Church, and was attended by many out of town people.
Contributed by Carmen Megehe

HOMER MANIER was born Oct. 15, 1912 in KY and died Apr. 20, 1990 in Illini Hospital , Pittsfield , IL . Burial was in Wells Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . He married Ruby White on May 10, 1941 in Louisiana, MO. His father was John Henry Manier and his mother was Ida Maude Gregory. He was a resident of Pittsfield . He is survived by his wife of Pittsfield ; one son: Pat Manley of St. Louis , MO ; three brothers: Clarence Baldridge of Morehead , KY , LeRoy Tharp and Ray Tharp, both of Pleasant Hill ; and two sisters: Beulah Seymour and Marie DeWitt, both of Perry; Preceded by a brother: Estell Manier.

JAMES LESLIE MANKER , was born Jan. 16, 1915 in rural Atlas, IL and died Sept 26, 1994 in Passavant Hospital , Jacksonville , IL . Burial was in Memorial Lawn Cemetery , Jacksonville , IL . He married Darleen Peterson on April 27, 1935 in Pittsfield , IL , she survives. His parents were Leslie Lee Manker and Emma Davis and he was a resident of 809 Freedman St. , Jacksonville , IL . He was a WWII Navy Veteran. Survivors include a son: Marshall (wife, Esta) of Jacksonville ; a daughter: Mrs. Mark (Jackie) Delaney of Camden; a brother: George of Jacksonville; two sisters: Mildred Hall of White Hall and Mrs. Norman ( Lena ) Davis of Loveland, Colo.; five grand and eight great grandchildren.

LESLIE MANKER , retired Pittsfield carpenter who had been living with his daughter, Mrs. Lena Davis, at 1239 South East street , Jacksonville , died at the residence late Tuesday night, August 7. Mr. Manker collapsed and members of the family summoned the Jacksonville Fire Department in hopes the resuscitator would revive the stricken man. The local unit arrived at the home at 11:20 pm but efforts were in vain. Mr. Manker was born at Pittsfield , Sept. 10, 1892, son of James and Winnie Ryan Manker. He was married to Emma Ellen Davies Oct. 18, 1913 at Pittsfield . Mrs. Manker, who also moved to this city with her husband, survives with the following children, Mrs. Davies and James and George Manker, Jacksonville and Mrs. Mildred Hall and William Manker, Greenfield . There are 20 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. A sister, Mrs. Estella Turnbaugh of Nebo, also survives along with a number of nieces and nephews. One brother and two sisters preceded the deceased in death. Mr. Manker was a member of the Church of Christ . Funeral services were held Fri. in Jacksonville , with burial in that city.

MARY KATHERINE (MONROE) MANKER , 83, of Jacksonville died Wednesday evening, December 6, 2006 at her residence. She was born January 28, 1923 in Roodhouse the daughter of A. Linford and Lena Belle McGee Monroe. She married William H. Manker on December 29, 1939 in Bowling Green, Missouri and he preceded her in death on January 23, 1988. She is survived by two sons, Linford L. “Bud” (wife, Katherine V.) Manker of Jacksonville and Phillip A. (wife, Karen ) Manker of Tucson, Arizona; one daughter, Dixie (husband, Elbert) Hartsook of Jacksonville; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and one sister, Lena Mae Scott of Nazareth, Texas. She was preceded in death by one son, William H. Manker, Jr.; one brother, James C. Monroe and two sisters, Rosie Masters and Annette (surviving husband, Raymond of Carrollton) Garrison. Mrs. Manker retired from GTE in 1982, She then became a travel agent with Thrift Travel Service in Jacksonville and worked part time at Hobby Horse Day Care as a domestic coordinator. She had been a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Jacksonville for over 30 years and worked at the Temple in St. Louis. She loved bowling and had played on several leagues through the years. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, December 11, 2006 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Jacksonville with burial at Memorial Lawn Cemetery. The family will meet friends from 3-7 on Sunday at Williamson Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to Visiting Nurses of Central Illinois with special thanks to Lisa Campbell of Hospice Care or the Relief Society of LDS.

DARLEEN (PETERSON) MANKER , 85 of Jacksonville died Friday afternoon, June 10, 2005 at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville. She was born March 10, 1920 near Pittsfield the daughter of James Henry and Clara Curless Peterson. She married James L. Manker on April 27, 1935 in Pittsfield and he preceded her in death on September 26, 1994. She is survived by one daughter, Jacqueline Delaney of Camden; 5 grandchildren, Mike Manker, Debbie Birdsell, Marcia Panella, Becky Chockley and Shawn Delaney; 8 great-grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by one son, Marshall (surviving wife, Esta of Jacksonville) Manker. Mrs. Manker had worked as a clerk at Woolworth?s in Jacksonville for 18 years retiring in 1978. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville and the Home Bureau. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 13, 2005 at Williamson Funeral Home with burial at Memorial Lawn Cemetery.

FRED T. MANKER , age 60, of Griggsville, Il. died late Monday evening (January 11, 2010) at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Il. He was born October 22, 1949 in Florence, Il. son of Earl and Phyllis Kemper Manker. Surviving are three daughters, Cindy Lawrence and husband Jim of Sand Hill, Mississippi, Vicky Cobb and husband Charles of Richton, Mississippi and Mary Ann Smith of Biloxi, Mississippi; a beloved aunt who raised him, Nadine Manker of Griggsville, Il. his mother, Phyllis Bostick of Winchester, Il.; four grandchildren, Robert Darbonne of Meridian, Mississippi, Monica Thompson Manker and Samantha Ann Thompson Manker both of Sumrall, Mississippi, Jonathan Dontea Smith of Biloxi, Mississippi; 4 sisters, Darlene Peek of Winchester, Il. Angela Ferneyhough of Winchester, Il.; Barbara Dillon and husband James of Winchester, Il. and Mary Etta Crain and husband Richard of New York; brothers, Jim Peek and wife Donna of Jacksonville, E.W. Manker of Chapin, Il., and Billy Manker and wife Tina of Griggsville, Il.; cousins, Larry Manker and wife Patty of Griggsville, Il and Jim Manker of Jacksonville, Il.; a uncle, Junior Manker and wife Donna of Griggsville, Il.; and numerous other cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, and a brother, Paul Manker. He was a chef at the Holiday Inn East in Springfield, Il. for seven years as well as being a chef on a barge. Later in life he moved to Mississippi where he became a tree trimmer from 1969 until 2006. He helped in the cleanup from hurricane Katrina in 2005. Moving back to Illinois in 2006, he enjoyed yard work, fishing, and driving and spotting wildlife at night. Fred also loved practical jokes and joking with his friends. Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Saturday (January 16, 2010) at the Lighthouse Church in Griggsville, Il. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services Saturday at the church.
Contributed by Billie Browning

OLIVER ELSWORTH MANKER , for 22 years a rancher near St. Helena, passed away last Saturday morning after a two weeks illness, at his home in Kelseyville, Lake county (CA) , where he and Mrs. Manker (Ella May Pickle) had lived for the past year. A native of Illinois (born 29 Dec 1864), Mr. Manker was 80 years old (died 29 Sep 1945). For 17 years he had owned a ranch in Upper Lake. In 1911 he married Mrs. Effie Manker, widow of his younger brother, and 22 years ago they moved to St. Helena and purchased a ranch on Zinfandel Lane. A year ago he retired from ranching, and his farm here was taken over by his son, Joseph Manker. Mr. and Mrs. Manker returned to Lake County and built a new home at Kelseyville into which they had moved just three weeks ago, and in the construction of which deceased had taken much pleasure.

Deceased is survived by his widow, one son, Joseph Manker, of St. Helena, and three stepchildren. Mrs. Florence Hudson of St. Helena, Mrs. Ethel Dewey of Kelseyville, and Lt. F. L. Manker , U.S.N.R., of Santa Rosa, now stationed at Mare Island. He also leaves eight grandchildren and two brothers, Ed Manker of Kelseyville, and Albert Manker of North Hollywood. Three brothers and a sister preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 1:30 PM. in Santa Rosa, with Rev. Cecil Wilkins, pastor of the Santa Rosa Methodist Church, formerly of Kelseyville, officiating. Pallbearers were his two sons-in-law, Dan Hudson of St. Helena and E. A. Dewey of Kelseyville, a nephew, Roy Rickabaugh of Lake County, Frank Berger of Santa Rosa and Amandus Kayser and Harvey Cook of St. Helena.

JAMES MANTON was born in Leek, Lincolnshire England, January 2, 1813 and departed this life, October 31, 1904. He was married to Miss Charlotte Hammertoe, of Leek, England, on February 5, 1838. Of this union fourteen children were born—nine daughters and five sons, six of whom survive and were permitted to attend the obsequies. Besides these there are sixteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. During the first 41 years of his life he lived on the estate where he was born. He came to America to seek his fortune. He came directly to Pike county, landing at Valley City, and settling at Detroit in May, 1854. After several changes he settled permanently at the homestead near Pittsfield, where for 30 years he has resided. In 1840, through the preaching of the Wesleyan Methodists he was converted and united with that body of believers. How well and consistently he lived, those who knew them best can tell. "By their fruit ye shall know them." Hence by his personal life and fruitage he is best known. He was frugal and industrious. By dint of his energy and push he acquired a competency. In business he was a model man. His untiring energy would put to shame the indolent and sluggish. His home life was the model of affection and kindness. He lived for his family, and sought for each of them the best he could procure. His warm love and devotion were valued and returned by his wife and children. He won the confidence of all. He had his own ideals of life and strove to attain them. He had a strong individuality and was interested in everything pertaining to the well being of the community. Mr. Manton set a good example to all by his loyalty to law and order. After this long and useful life he has been permitted to find that rest from his labors which knows no interruption. The funeral service was held in the First Methodist church in Pittsfield. There was a large concourse of neighbors and friends completely filling the large auditorium. The floral tributes were many and very handsome, it being a beauiful sight to see the flower girls preceding the procession to and from the church bearing their burdens of flowers. Rev. J. O. Kirkpatrick conducted the services. He preached from the text, "My days are as the weaver's shuttle," Job 7-6. The Methodist choir furnished appropriate music The remains were laid to rest in the West cemetery.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

MARY MANTON was born Walnut Grove, Pike County, Ill., Ap. 22nd, 1859. Mary was kind to all, honoring her father and mother; affectionate to her brothers and sisters; ready to help all that were in need. Three sisters and four brothers survive her. She bore her afflictions with patience always answering when asked how she felt, that she was better; at times having interviews with friends that had gone before. Once when her mother spoke to her, she said "ma why did you bother me? I was having such a nice time with uncle!” Seeing her mother grieving she smiled and pointed upward, much as to say, don't grieve, I am going to a better place. Mary will be missed by all who knew her. She died Feb, 12th, 1888. aged 28 years, 10 months a 10 days. But one year ago her sister preceded her to the grave, and the parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Manton and family, besides a large number of friends and relatives, mourn her loss.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

MILDRED MANTON , 97, of Springfield and formerly of Griggsville, died Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 at Lewis Memorial Village in Springfield. She was born Nov. 6, 1911 in Griggsville, a daughter of the late Wesley and Bethel Cunningham Manton. Surviving is her sister, Lucille Herron of Springfield; and sev­eral nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Arthur and Thomas Manton; and two sisters, Frances Moore and Margaret Athey. Mildred was a graduate of Griggsville High School then went to X-ray/Lab Technician school in Chicago. Upon grad­uation worked at the Quincy Clinic in Quincy for a few years before moving to St. Louis and working as a X-ray/Lab tech­nician in St. Louis retiring in 1984. She recently moved to Springfield. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church in St. Louis, Mo. She loved to cook and was an avid Cardinal fan. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 19, at the Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Visitation was one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Burial was in Pittsfield West Cemetery.
Contributed by Billie Browning

FRANK WILBUR MAPPIN , 60, died suddenly at 9 p.m. Thursday while on duty as telegrapher for the Wabash railraod at Baylis. Mr. Mappin resided at Valley City until a few years ago when he went to Baylis as operator. He survived by wife Anna; two daughters, Mrs. John Gross of Decatur and Mrs. Clarence Lakin of Valley City, one sister, Mrs. Cora Powell, Decatur, one brother, Louis, Burlington, Ia. Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Skinner funeral home here. Rev. Paul Wilson will officiate and burial with be in Griggsville Cemetery.
Illinois State Journal, Springfield, Illinois, August 25, 1945, Page #7, Griggsville. Aug. 24.

EDITH LEE (RUPERT) MARION - Funeral services for Mrs. Edith Lee Marion, 84, of Louisiana, widow of Sanders B. Marion, will be held this afternoon at 2 in the Presbyterian church here. The Rev Eugene Fernald will officiate. Burial will be in Adams cemetery, Atlas, IL. Mrs. Marion died Friday morning in Pike County hospital. She was born at Atlas Oct. 28, 1880, a daughter of William and Alice Parker Rupert. Her husband died in 1941. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. William (Jessie) Shaffner of Louisiana, two grand-daughters, Mrs. John Chappell of Alexandria , Va. , and Mrs. Robert Wahl of Louisiana , and five great grandchildren

EVA A. (MARTIN) MAXWELL , daughter of Milton and Laura Martin, was born near Barry, Ill., October 20, 1876, and departed this life at the home of her parents, three miles northwest of this city December 29th, 1900, aged 24 years, | 2 months and 9 days. She was united in marriage to Robert Maxwell September 30, 1897. Of this happy union one child was born, Zona Belle. She leaves her husband, daughter, parents, three sisters and four brothers to mourn her loss. All were at the funeral except Harry and Wallace. Until last June her home was in Moberly, Mo., but her health failing so rapidly with that dread disease consumption she came to her parents, and childhood home to die. During the last weeks of her illness she realized that death was not far off and expressed herself to her friends and relatives as not afraid to die, but that she had the assurance that the Lord would call for her. The funeral services were conducted from the home of her parents Monday afternoon, Dec. 30, at 2 pm, by W.M. Halley. A large number of friends and relatives were present and followed the remains to this city, where interment was made in Park Lawn cemetery.
Barry Adage January 3 1901

VELMA (WINTJEN) MAXWELL , was born Feb. 17, 1907 in Mozier , IL and died May 17, 1983 in the Barry Community Care Center , Barry , IL . Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . She married Arleigh Maxwell March 17, 1930 in Davenport , IA ; he preceded her in death in 1953. Her father was John Wintjen and her mother was Lillie Preston. A resident of Pleasant Hill , IL ; she is survived by two sons: Jim of Davenport and Richard Maxwell of Pittsburg , PA ; and a daughter: Mrs. Salesta Flickinger of Mechanicsburg , PA ; with 12 grand and 13 great grandchildren. 4 sisters: Mrs. Lucille Crowder of Pleasant Hill, Mrs. Nellie Greer of Waynesville, MO, Mrs. Rosie Brown of Norfolk, VA and Mrs. Barbara Gasdigan of Westminster, CA.

HOMER McCALLISTER , 81, of Barry, retired from Brown Shoe Co., died at 9:52 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 23, 1990) in Illini Community Hospital, Pittsfield. Born Sept. 15, 1908, in Pike County, Mr. McCallister was a son of Elmer and Elizabeth Howell McCallister. He married Bessie Edna Medaris Feb. 22, 1930, in El Dara. She died Nov. 11, 1987. Survivors include a son, Albert of Barry; three daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Shirley) Hartle of El Dara and Mrs. Clarence (Janet) Trammel and Mrs. Geoffrey (Helen) Nash, both of Quincy; 14 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister and four brothers. Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. today in the Kirgan Funeral Home. Burial will be in Pittsfield West Cemetery.

ROBERT EDWIN McCALLISTER , 93, St. Louis, Mo., died Dec. 9, 2008, at St. Anthony's Medical Center. He was born in Griggsville and was a former resident of Pittsfield. He was a shoe cutter at Brown Shoe Manufacturing. He is survived by four daughters, Sumae Elking of St. Louis, Launa Shepherd, Rebecca Cherry and Sara Smith. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Levi and Laura (Sallee) McCallister . A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Contributed by Billie Browning

EMMA (LASBURY) McCONNELL - Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Lasbury McConnell, the last of a prominent Griggsville family, passed away on July 10 in Detroit, Michigan, at thh home of her niece, Mrs. Elizabeth Baxendale. The remains were brought to Griggsville, and funeral services were held at the Skinner Funeral Home at 2 o'clock Saturday Afternoon, The Rev. J.K. Putt officiating. Interment was in the Griggsville Cemetery. The daughter of Thomas and Emma White Lasbury, she was born in Griggsville, January 8, 1869. She was married to C.H. McConnell who preceded her in death in 1932. She was one of five children all of whom have preceded her in death. Namely, Thomas, Mrs. Mary H. Rodway, M.M. (Twin) and Marmaduke. After living most of her married life in Peoria, she moved to Griggsville after her husbands death to live with her brother Twin. In 1948 she went to Detroit to live with her niece. She has been bedfast for the past two yeas. Mrs. McConnell was a member of the Easter Star, The Cree Missionary Society, and the Griggsville Congregational Church.
Contributed by Colin Murphy

FRANK J. McCONNELL - 83, of Pittsfield , IL. , died Saturday, October 10, 2009 at Illini Community Hospital in Pittsfield . He was born to Frank J. and Rosalie Gratiaa on March 18, 1926 in St. Louis , MO. He married Lily Vitt on June 14, 1952 in St. Louis , MO and she survives He graduated in 1952 from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. O’Connell started his practice in Winchester , IL and moved to Pittsfield , IL in 1952. He has had a very enjoyable practice and successful practice in Pike County and surrounding counties in which he has driven over a million and a half miles in Pike County and other counties. He was one of the last veterinarians serving twenty-four hours and seven days a week. In some families, he served two or three generations. He served his county as a medical technician in the Army during WWII with the 20th Bomber Command. He served in India , Burma Theatre and China . As a youth, Frank was a water boy for the St. Louis Browns. He was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Pittsfield . He served on the Pittsfield Planning Commission over fifty years, served on Board of Directors for the Pittsfield Farmers State Bank for 35 years, served on the parish council-president at St. Mary’s nine times, Grand Knight in Knights of Columbus and was a 4th Degree Knight in Quincy. Frank was a member of the Pittsfield American Legion Post #152 for 55 years and the Pike County V. F. W. He was past president 1982-1932 of Illinois State Veterinary Association during its 100th anniversary. Frank was a member of the Pittsfield Lions Club. Frank was active in Parent –Teacher’s Association when his children started school. Member of a group of Veterinarians that traveled the world going to England, Ireland, Scotland, Columbia South America and Spain. He served as President of Central Illinois Veterinary Association. The greatest blessings he had were his wife Lily, his children and grandchildren. He was blessed with many friends through the years. Survivors include his beloved wife Lily O’Connell, two sons Kevin and Frank, Jr. and a daughter Lillie (Brian) Peuster, several grandchildren, and one brother Robert O’Connell. Preceded by a infant daughter Sarah Louise at birth and a daughter Rosalie in 1979. A mass of the resurrection will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Pittsfield , IL with Father Rodney Schwartz celebrant. Burial will be at the Calvary Cemetery in Pittsfield , IL . with military rites by Pittsfield American Legion Post #152. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 4-8 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home with prayer service at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the St. Mary’s Catholic Church.
Contributed by Billie Browning from Niebur Funeral Home

JUDY A. (JOHNSON) McCONNELL , 62, formerly of Pearl, died Sunday, Oct. 2, 2005, at her residence. She was born July 15, 1943, near Pearl to Olin C. and Louise (Talkington) Johnson. The 1961 graduate of East Pike High School married Donald E. McConnell on June 8, 1963, at the Milton Christian Church, performed by Morris Burkett. She worked at the Speckhart and White Dental Office for 19 years as a dental assistant. A member of the Milton Christian Church, she taught high school Sunday school. She enjoyed her grandchildren very much, enjoyed collecting angels and basset hound memorabilia and loved her pet basset hound, Bert. Surviving are her husband; three sons, Kent McConnell and wife, Leann, of Milton, Scott McConnell and wife, Kathy, of Springfield, Ill., and Brian McConnell of Pittsfield; eight grandchildren, Hillary McConnell, Alex, Jonah, Brendan, Olin, Nic, Blake and Hunter McConnell; two sisters, Betty Franklin and husband, Irvin of Nebo, and Jean Kern of Milton; three aunts, Myra Mavis, Doris Kappel and Louise Talkington; an uncle, Jim Johnson; and several nieces and nephews. A brother, Robert Johnson, preceded her in death. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Milton Christian Church by Brothers John Graham and Wilson Ramsey. Burial will be at Green Pond Cemetery, Pearl. Memorials may be given to Blessing Hospice of Pike County or donor’s choice.

LINDLE McCONNELL , 83, of 3716 Prairie Ridge, died at 3:12 p.m. Monday (June 11, 2001) in St. John's Hospital in Springfield. Born December 25, 1917 in Pike County, IL., Mr. McConnell was the son of Robert and Maud Galloway McConnell. He married Mabel Baughman on February 6, 1938 in Pittsfield. She survives. Mr. McConnell was a member of Union United Methodist Church where he served as an usher and was a member of the Men's Club and a Scout Patrol Advisor. Lindle was an avid golfer and was a member of the Westview Men's Association and he enjoyed camping and gardening. Mr. McConnell served his country in the U. S. Army during WW II and was a member of the Liberty American Legion Post #640. Lindle worked on the railroad in Pleasant Hill before joining the Army. He moved to Quincy when he was discharged and was employed for 29 years at Fisher's Business Equipment and later for RTD Office Products until his retirement. Also surviving is a son, Ruel Leon McConnell and his wife Donna of Nixa, MO.; two grandchildren, Tamra Cox and her husband William of Moline, IL. and Dana McConnell and her companion Jeff Johnson of Springfield, IL.; five great grandchildren, Emma Wear and her husband Dave, Darcie Cox, Nathan Cox, Allissa Johnson and Abbi Johnson; two sisters, Roma Weir of Quincy and Wanda Franklin of Arizona; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. McConnell was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Norma Arleen Brown; and two brothers, Dawson and Kermit McConnell. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 11:00 in Union United Methodist Church by the Rev. Mary Vick Roth. Burial with Military Honors by Liberty American Legion Post #640 will be in Greenmount Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5:00 until 8:00 in Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home and Thursday morning from 10:00 until the time of services at the church.

HAZEL (WHITE) McCUNE , 95, of Pittsfield passed away early Saturday morning (July 3, 2004) at Pittsfield Healthcare. She was born October 30, 1908 in Mendon the daughter of Richard H. and Ada L. Chittenden White. She married Paul A. McCune on June 4, 1934 at her parents home in Mendon. He preceded her in death in 1998. Mrs. McCune attended Mendon Grade School and graduated from Mendon Township High School in 1926. She attended Carthage College and taught school in Coatsburg. She earned her degree from Western Illinois State Teachers College in 1931 and was employed as English instructor at Loraine High School. She also attended Gem City Business College and worked at Gardner-Denver. Mrs. McCune with her husband owned and operated the Ben Franklin store in Quincy for several years before moving to Pittsfield where they owned and operated the Ben Franklin store for 31 years. She was a member of the Pittsfield United Methodist Church where she was a faithful and diligent worker. She is survived by a cousin Alta Guthrie of Mendon. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Monday (July 5, 2004) at the Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Burial will be in Pittsfield West Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday from 10:00 am until the time of the service at the funeral home.

WILLIAM McEUEN , a well known resident of our village (Rockport) died Friday after a lingering illness. He leaves a wife and seven children and a number of grand children. The deceased has kept a restaurant for several years and was popular in politics, being an enthusiastic Democrat. The funeral services were held at the home on Sunday morning, conducted by a primitive Baptist minister and was largely attended. The remains were taken to the McEuen Cemetery for burial.

Contributed by Rosemary Reeses from the Pike County Democrat 26 August 1908. (Wm. McEuens death certificate says he was buried at Taylor. There`s no stone, but a groundskeeper at Taylor pointed out an area with unmarked graves that he thought might be the McEuen family section/cemetery)

JOSEPH McFARLAND , was born in Ireland in 1840; lived in this county about 20 years, when he died at the age of 39 years and 7 months (July 14, 1879). In 1872 he married Mary Kelly, daughter of Nathan and Sarah Kelly, and they had two daughters and one son. Mr. McFarland held responsible public positions, followed clerking awhile and farming for a portion of his life. At the time of his death, he owned 347 acres of land besides property in town. He was successful in what ever he under took. Mary resides on Sec. 27; New Canton, IL. Joseph McFarland was sheriff over the first hanging in Pike Co. Illinois. (Cause of Death for Joseph McFarland may have been suicide by gunshot)

LORRAINE EDWARD McFARLAND , son of Edward and Ethel McFarland, was born near New Canton, Ill., September 28, 1899, and departed this life at the same place August 3, 1901, aged 1 year, 10 months and 5 days. Loraine was a beautiful child, bright and winsome in all his ways and a favorite with all who knew him; but death claimed him as a bright and shining mark, and he leaves his parents brokenhearted and their home filled with sorrow. Funeral services were conducted from the family residence Sunday, August 4, at 2 pm, by W.M. Halley. The house and yard were filled with sympathizing neighbors and friends, whose presence was an evidence of the esteem in which these young people are held by their many friends. Interment was in New Canton cemetery nearby."
Barry Adage August 8 1901

SARAH (BOYD) McGUIRE one of Pittsfield's oldest residents, died at 3 o'clock Sunday morning at her home on North Monroe Street. She had not been well for some time, but had been quite active for one of her years until the past year or two. She was 98 years of age April 26. During the past year or two she had been a patient several times in Illini Hospital, but would recover and be able to be up and about her home again. However, she had been bedfast for some time now. Mrs. McGuire was the daughter of James and Ann McNepsey Boyd, and sent all of her life in and near Pittsfield. She was the last one of eight children in the Boyd family, her brothers and sisters who preceded her in death being Mrs. Edw. Raftery, Anna, Clara, Emma, Rose, Louis and Edward Boyd. She married Tom McGuire, who served in the Union army during the Civil War, and he preceded her in death about 30 years ago. She is survived by a son Frank and a daughter Rosabelle, who lived at home with their mother, and were very devoted in looking after her wants. Funeral services were conducted at St. Mary's Church at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning, conducted by Rev. M. J. Crowley. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, and her pallbearers were Earl, Leo, Carl and John Leahr, Marshall Thiele, Hugh and Robert Carroll.
Contributed by Tari Parr from the Pike County Democrat Times 31 May 1959 P. 1, Col. 5

THOMAS McGUIRE , aged seventy-eight years, passed away at his home in the northeast part of town Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock, after a long period of ill health. For the past week he had seemed much better and on Sunday spent most of the day up and about; but was taken worse again that night. His trouble was started with a slight stroke of paralysis, followed by stomach derangements. Besides his wife, Mr. McGuire is survived by one son, Frank, and one daughter, Rosabel, both at home. Tom was a veteran of the Civil War and for years had followed the trade of stone and brick mason. A loyal friend, good neighbor and worthy citizen, was Tom McGuire, whose passing marks another vacancy in the ranks of our civil war heroes. Funeral services will be held from St. Mary's Catholic Church, tomorrow morning. One brother, James McGuire, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, also survives, but was unable to come on account of ill health.
Contributed by Tari Parr from the Pike County Democrat Times 31 Aug 1921 P. 8, Col. 1

MARY (LEWIS) McKEE - Born: Sept. 23, 1902, near Rockport , IL Died: Dec. 15, 1978 rural Pleasant Hill , IL ; Buried: Miller Cemetery , near Atlas, IL; Married: W. B. McKee on Sept. 28, 1920 in Louisiana , MO; father: William Lewis; mother: Ethel Thomas. Survived by her husband; six sons: Robert L, William D, and Lowell D, all of Pleasant Hill, James R. of Pawnee, Thomas E. of rural Nebo and Darrell D. of Columbus, OH; two daughters: Mrs. Jessie Dolbeare of Shelbina, MO, and Mrs. Mary Estelene Hayden of Milton; two brothers: Wallace Lewis of Pearl and W. C. Lewis of Pittsfield; four sisters: Mrs. Dorothy Baughman of Pittsfield, Mrs. Minnie Engnes of Eldon, MO, Mrs. Nellie Smith and Mrs. Phoebe Gorton, both of Barry; 21 grand and seven g-grandchildren.

BENJAMIN McKINNON was born Jan 14, 1890 in Dixon , MO and died April 11, 1977 in Pleasant Hill , IL . Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . He married Mollie Elizabeth Kelley. His father was Elijah McKinnon and mother was Sarah Seaton. Wife preceded in death in 1967. Survived by these children: Barney, Donald and Pearl Miller, all of Pleasant Hill, Herbert and Bennie of Rockport, Mildred Runkle of St. James City, FL, Eva Sheppard of Pittsfield and Maxine Jeans of Clarksville, MO; 23 grand and 31 g-grandchildren.

BETTY LEE (DWYER) McKINNON 79, of Pleasant Hill, died Sunday, Aug. 10, 2008, at Pike County Memorial Hospital in Louisiana, Mo. She was born Feb. 2, 1929 in Mozier, the daughter of Leo Lawrence and Henrietta Webb Dwyer. She married Donald McKinnon Oct. 16, 1947 in Hardin, and he survives. Betty Lee was a homemaker and farm wife and she truly enjoyed spend­ing time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was of the Pentecostal Faith. Survivors include her husband, Donald McKinnon, a resident of the Barry Community Care Center in Barry; four children, Jimmy Dale (wife Sandy) McKinnon of Clarksville, Mo., Lanny Dale (wife Mary Jo) McKinnon of Louisiana, Mo.. and Patricia Sue (hus­band Allan) Bolton of Louisiana and Terry Lee (wife Cindy) McKinnon of Pleasant Hill; 13 grandchildren;14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Bonnie (husband Jesse) Tolbert of Hamburg and Evelyn (husband John) Pearson of Godfrey. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 12 at 11 a.m. at the Calvary Gospel Church in Summer Hill with Bro. Don Hannel officiating. Burial will follow at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill. Visitation was held Monday eve­ning from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill and one hour prior to the services on Tuesday at Calvary Gospel Church. Memorials may be made to the Calvary Gospel Church in Summer Hill. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.
Contributed by Billie Browning

EDDIE DON McKINNON was born Oct. 22, 1946 in Pittsfield, IL and died May 10, 1982 in Calhoun Co, IL. Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, IL. His father was Barns McKinnon and his mother, who survives, is Erma Gray. He was a resident of Pleasant Hill and is survived by three sons: John, Timothy, and Eddie Don, Jr.; and two daughters: Lanie and Stephanie, all of Pleasant Hill; and a brother: Merlyn McKinnon, also of Pleasant Hill.

HERBERT McKINNON was born April 11, 1929 in Dixon , MO and died May 13, 1979 in Louisiana , MO. Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . He married Dorothy Summers in March, 1949 at Missouri . His parents were Benjamin H. McKinnon and Mollie Elizabeth Kelley. He was a resident of rural Rockport, IL and is survived by his wife; a son: Michael of Pleasant Hill; two grandchildren; these brothers and sisters: Barnes McKinnon, Donald McKinnon and Pearl Miller, all of Pleasant Hill, Benny of Rockport, Mildred Runkle of St. James Island, FL, Eva Sheppard of Summer Hill and Maxine Jeans of Clarksville, MO.

JAMES McLAIN , 92 year old resident of Pleasant Hill , died at 11 am Tuesday at Illini Hospital . He was a farmer but retired 14 years ago and has since resided in Pleasant Hill . He was born Feb. 20, 1869, the son of Murry and Amanda Collard McLain. He attended the Christian Church. He was married August 17, 1917 to Myrtle Hobbs Mahan who survives with two step-daughters, Mrs. Russell Applegate of Nebo and Mrs. Howard Windmiller of Michigan and one sister, Alice Kelly of Pleasant Hill . Funeral services will be held Thursday at 3:30 at the Christian church in charge of Rev. Joe Maynard. Burial will be in Crescent Heights Cemetery .

ELLEN ELIZABETH (BROWN) McNUTT , one of Hull's oldest citizens, passed away at Levering Hospital, Hannibal MO, Tuesday evening, Dec. 12, 1933. After spending many months in failing health; being bedfast during the latter days of her illness, her long and energetic life was brought to a close at the age of 81 years, 1 month and 18 days. Mrs. McNutt, who was Miss Ellen Brown before marriage to George franklin McNutt in 1874, was born near Perry IL. Her entire life was spent in Pike County, coming to Hull with her husband soon after marriage and reared her family through her untiring efforts; being left a widow by the premature death of her husband. She raised 8 children - William harrison, Frederick Quinn, Elvira May, Fannie Bertha, Minnie Pearl, Dennis Elbert, Ernest Edward and Clarence Everette.

Ellen Elizabeth spent the best years of her life making a livelihood for the family. She was very apt at many kinds of work and none to hard for her, if it promised sustenance for those dependent upon her. Among many other things, Mrs. McNutt hauled gravel for the streets and roads of Hull, scooping it and unloading it by herself. After her children were mature she kept an easier pace, always busying herself with some work and finding but little time for idleness. She was a very efficient nurse, helping many families of the area and a splendid quilter. As well as being an unusually good paperhanger. With these capabilities she maintained her home in a very comfortable manner. Her strength all through life was remarkable. She loved travel, and until recent years when her health became poor, she made annual trips to the west coast to visit her children. She also held the life long job at the cannery factory during the season to put all the label's on the cans.

MAUREEN (REYNOLDS) MICHEAL was born Nov. 29, 1925 in Winchester , IL and died April 18, 1981 in Winchester , Il . Her parents were Ralph Reynolds and Beulah Bratsch and she resided in Winchester . She is survived by her mother of Winchester ; two daughters: Michelle Michael of Springfield and Marlene Michael of Jacksonville ; two sisters: Doris Moore of Pleasant Hill and Virginia Ising of Evansville ; two brothers: George and Ralph Reynolds Jr. of Winchester .

CHANDLER MITCHELL - Died at the residence of his son near Pittsfield on the 18th of February, Mr. Chandler MITCHELL, age 77. He was a native of Vermont, but left that State when quite young going to New York thence to Ohio, where he married and raised a large family. He moved to this county some fifteen years ago and had gained respect and friendship of all who knew him. He was a soldier in the War of 1812.
Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Pike County Journal 28 February 1861

JAMES W. MITCHELL - Early last Friday our townspeople learned of the death of Judge James W. Mitchell which occurred at 1:30 o’clock that morning at the Mitchell residence on Williams street. On Sunday night before his death on the following Friday morning he was stricken with congestion of the heart, but he seemed to be recovering from the effects of the attack, although still confined to his bed, where, the family physician told him, he must remain for several days longer. His relatives and friends believed him to be regaining his former state of health and the news of his death was a terrible shock, especially to his wife, who was alone in the house with him, and in whose arms he died. Nearby neighbors answered Mrs. Mitchell’s call for help and two doctors were summoned but life was extinct and their efforts to revive him were fruitless. Mr. Mitchell’s death came on the fiftieth birthday anniversary of his devoted companion. James W. Mitchell was born in Barry, Illinois, on September 16, 1849, and was a son of William and Lucinda Mitchell, the father a Baptist minister. The father died on the planes, during the gold rush, enroute to the gold fields. There was four children in the family, namely: W. T. Mitchell, Elizabeth Dyer, Mary Arnett and James M., he being the last member of the family. The family name of Mitchell has long figured prominently in public life in Barry township and Pike County and its representatives have ever been men of business reliability and of considerable prominence in local affairs. The mother of four children also died when James was quite young and he was raised by his older brother, W. T. Mitchell. The subject of this sketch went to Quincy and resided for awhile but returned to Barry in a short time and learned the carpenter trade with his brother, following that line of trade for several years.

Mr. Mitchell, a number of years ago, entered the insurance business and at the time of his demise represented fife different insurance companies in addition to being the secretary of the Pike County Mutual Life Association, in which capacity he had long served. Mr. Mitchell was also an ardent member of the Modern Woodmen of America, and the I. O. O. F. lodges. He was a director of the Park Lawn Cemetery Association and a member and active worker of the Barry Methodist church, holding a place on the official aboard at the time of his passing away. He was a pioneer in the work of the I. O. O. F., having been a member of Barry Lodge No. 336, for a period of 52 years. Two years ago he was presented with a diamond badge, the jewel being awarded to all who are members of the organization for fifty consecutive years. Mr. Mitchell has also been secretary of the order for 37 years, and has also served in every office from the lowest to the highest. He was not only conversant with the noble work of the local order but the work and rulings of the Grand Lodge. The jewel was one of his most cherished possessions. Mr. Mitchell gave his political allegiance to the democratic party and for a number of years has served as committeeman and police magistrate. His allegiance to general welfare is a well known factor in his life and he brought to bear upon all matters of public concern earnest consideration and keen discrimination and when once his mind was made up concerning a course of action he stood by his principles and belief with unfaltering loyalty. Mr. Mitchell deserves much credit for what he has accomplished, for starting out in life without practicalyy any capital, hea has won, through earnest purpose and unremitting diligence, considerable property, all which was to him a good source of income. He is survived by his wife, Olive M. Mitchell and the following children: W. O. Mitchell of Washington, D. C., Dorothy Uppinghouse, of Portland, Ore., Naomi Barnett, of Seattle, Wash., and Leo Mitchell of Seattle, Wash., by former marriages, Mrs. Leila Hays, a daughter, died several years ago. He also leaves a step-son, Howard Blair of Quincy, and to whom he displayed the affection and care of a father. There are also sixteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He regarded no personal sacrifice on his part too great if it would benefit those depending upon. His good qualities won for him the respect of all with whom he was associated and in his business life he displayed integrity, close application and unwavering diligence. He was a man of strong mentality and marked force of character, well fitted for leadership. W. O. Mitchell, the son fromWashington, D. C., arrived in this city Sunday, but the other three children were unable to be here for the funeral. After several days in this city, Mr. Mitchell will return to his home. The funeral services were held from the Barry Methodist church on Monday, March 26, at 2:30 p.m. in charge of the pastor, Rev. C. W. Hamand. The I.O.O.F. conducted their funeral rites at the church and the Rebekahs attended the services in a body. A large out-pouring of relatives and friends of the family filled the large auditorium to pay their last respects to this prominent citizen. There was a profusion of lovely floral pieces of all descriptions from members of the family, friends and various societies and organizations with which he was affiliated.
Contributed by Margaret Rutledge

KENNETH LEE MITCHELL , 56, of Bandera, Texas, formerly of Quincy, died Sunday, June 22, 2008, in his residence. He was born July 3, 1951 in Quincy to William K. and Mary Lou Hoaglin Mitchell, both former Pike County residents. He was a 1969 graduate of Quincy High School and served in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 until 1973. From 1974 through 2006, Kenneth was employed by the U.S. Government Bureau of Reclamation of the Department of the Interior, as an electrician working on dams and canals. He was a member of the National Rifle Association and a marksman. He also enjoyed reading, spending time outdoors and working on his '78 Firebird, which was his pride and joy. Survivors include, his mother; a brother, Phillip L. Mitchell of Quincy; a nephew, Jesse J. Mitchell of Quincy; a niece, Michelle Hocking and her husband, Joseph, of Camp Point; a great-nephew, Mitchell D. Hocking of Quincy; several aunts and uncles and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, William K. Mitchell, Jr. Graveside Services will be Friday, June 27, at 11 a.m. at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill with the Rev. Robert Cowman officiating.
Cotnributed by Bille Browning

WANDA (WASSELL) MITCHELL , 88, died on Friday, March 17, 2006 at 9:23 a.m., in Pittsfield, Illinois. She resided at the Royal Manor in New Salem, IL. She was born on July 4, 1917 in Rockport, IL to Harrison and Teresa Bubb Wassell. Wanda married James R. Mitchell on October 17, 1937 in Pittsfield, IL and he preceded on August 28, 1976. She was a member of the Pittsfield First Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, embroidering, raising flowers and African Violets, and crossword puzzles. Survivors include two daughters Mrs. Lee (Sandra) Richey, Eldred, IL and Mrs. Parker (Beth) Zumwalt, Pittsfield, IL, eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and caregivers George and Ginger Whitlock of New Salem, IL. Graveside services were held on Sunday, March 19, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. at the West Cemetery with Michael Ten Eyck officiating. Visitation was held on Sunday, March 19, 2006 from 12:00 Noon till 1:00 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Memorials are to the Pittsfield West Cemetery or Royal Manor Activity Fund.

MARTHA (RICHARD) MIZE was born Feb. 11, 1931 in Pleasant Hill , IL and died Jan. 2, 1995 in Griggsville , IL . Burial was in Griggsville Cemetery . She married 1st Leroy E. Shelton on Jan. 13, 1951 & 2nd Roy L. Mize on Dec. 31, 1955; 1st husband preceded her in death. She was a resident of Griggsville and is survived by her husband; two daughters: Mrs. Kent (Kathryn) Zimmerman of Pittsfield and Melissa Mize of Quincy ; two sisters: Dorothy Schmidt of Perry and Dema Jones of Sun Valley , Calif. ; two brothers: Gordon Richards of Griggsville and Bruce Richards of Alton ; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded by her parents.

CHARLES B. MOONEY , 80, of rural Rockport died Oct. 17, 2007 at his home. He was born July 10, 1927 to Charles and Okla Loutzenhiser Mooney in Atlas township in Pike County. He married Minnie L. Willman June 7, 1952 in Pittsfield and she survives . He was a graduate of Pleasant Hill High School. He was an Army veteran WWII. He was a life-long Pike County grain and livestock farmer. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, Brenda Mooney of Ballwin, Mo., Debbie (husband Jack) Diffey of Louisiana, Mo. and Anna Marie (husband Troy) Wallace of Louisiana; five grandchildren, William Ryan Kennedy of Columbia, Mo, Eric Charles Kennedy of Ballwin, Mo., Chad Diffey of Lake of the Ozarks, Mo., Kyle Diffey of St. Charles and Katie Wallace of Louisiana; one great-grandson, Zachary Ryan Kennedy of Columbia; one sister, Lura Brangenberg of Kampsville and one brother, Jim Mooney of Frankford, Mo. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and two brothers. He was a member of the member of the Rockport Christian Church. He was an avid reader and enjoyed dancing, sports and spending time with his grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 19 at 11 a.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Bro. Wilson Ramsey. Visitation was held Thursday, Oct. 18 from 6-8 at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Rockport Christian Church or to the donor's choice.
Pike Press October 2007

JANICE KAY (RICHARDS) MOONEY , 61, of League City, Texas, formerly of Pleasant Hill, died Monday, Oct. 12, 2009 at her home in League City. She was born March 9, 1948 n Pittsfield. Mrs. Mooney was a daughter of the late "Duke" and Flossie Richards of Bellview. She married Calvin "Lee" Mooney Dec. 2, 1973 in Louisiana, Mo. She is survived by her husband, Lee Mooney of League City; three sons, Seth Mooney of League City, Scott (Jessica Goodman of PinGree Grove and Tim Goodman of Springfield; one daughter, Jennifer (Mike) Black of Pleasant Hill; one stepson, Troy (Belinda) Mooney of Pleasant Hill; one stepdaughter, Kandy (Kenny) Batchelor of Pleasant Hill; three granddaughters, Hannah Mooney, Samantha Black and Shelby Goodman; two grandson, infant Kolby Daniel Mooney and Nichelous Black; five stepgranddaughters, Dene Batchelor, Jodi (Travis) Geredman, Justine (Brad) Williams, Katrina (Jess) Lawless and Krystal Barnes; four stepgrandson, Josh (Michelle) Mooney, Jeremy (Belinda) Batchelor, Austin Batchelor, Jason Barnes; one niece, Glenda Sidwell; and two nephews, Bard and Mike Camerer. She was preceded in death by her father, mother and one sister. Her husband and son will hold private services at their home in League City.
Contributed by Billie Browning from the Pike Press

SHARON L. MOONEY - Services for Sharon L. "Jigs" Mooney, 61, of Rockport, Ill. will be held Thursday, March 10, at 1 p.m, at Ward-Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill, Ill. Brother Jerry Webster will officiate and buri­al will be at Miller Cemetery in At­las, Ill. Mr. Mooney died Monday, March 7, 1994 at his home. Mr. Mooney was born January 8, 1933, in Rockport, Ill, to Charles Sanders and Okla Eileen Loutzenhis­er Mooney. He was married August 20, 1955 in Pittsfield, Ill. to Shir­ley M. Foster. She preceded him in death on August 23, 1993. He was a 1950 graduate of Pleas­ant Hill High School; an Army vet­eran of the Korean War; and an avid outdoorsman. He was retired. Survivors include three sons, Marion Mooney of Coatsburg, Ill.; Charles Mooney of Rockport, Ill. and Robert Mooney of Vandalia; two daughters, Lisa Welch of Barry, Ill. and Marla McFarlane of Bowl­ing Green; three brothers, Willis Mooney and Charles B. Mooney, both of Rockport, Ill. and James Mooney of Frankford; two sisters, Alice Vandergri re of Carrollton, Ill. and Lura Brangenberg of Kamps­vine, Ill.; nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and two sisters. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday until time of services.
Contributed by Billie Browning

SHIRLEY (FOSTER) MOONEY , 57, of Rockport Route 1, died at 1:56 am Monday, August 23, 1993 in Blessing Hospital at 11th in Quincy . Born Feb. 18, 1936 in Rockport, Mrs. Mooney was a daughter of Charles K. and Velma Blackledge Foster. She married Sharon L. "Jigs" Mooney Aug. 20, 1955. He survives. Mrs. Mooney was preceded in death by her parents; a brother; and a sister. Mrs. Mooney was a homemaker and an avid gardener. Survivors also include three sons, Marion Mooney of Coatsburg, Charles Mooney of Rockport and Robert Mooney of Vandalia , MO , two daughters, Lisa Welch of Barry, and Marla McFarlane of Federal Way, WA ; two brothers, Raymond Foster of Golden, and Herb Foster of Quincy; two sisters, Barb Garner and Milda Henry, both of Quincy; and nine grandchildren. Services will be conducted at 10:30 am Wednesday in Ward Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill by Rev. Jay Keele. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery at Atlas. Memorials may be made to the American Red cross for flood relief.

CLIFFORD L. MOORE , age 73, of the Pittsfield Eastside Healthcare in Pittsfield, Il. and formerly of Griggsville, Il. died Sunday morning (October 5, 2008) at the Healthcare. He was born February 2, 1935 near Kinderhook, Il. He was raised by Bertha and Clifton Shoemaker of Griggsville, Il. who preceded him in death. He married Joyce Westfall in Pittsfield, Il. and she preceded him in death September 29, 1997. Surviving is two daughters, Cathy Peacock and husband Steve of Beardstown, Il. and Lisa Crow of Griggsville, Il.; a son, Butch Moore and companion Donna Cannon of Arenzville, Il.; one step-daughter, Kellie Otterstedt and husband Keith of Coshocton, Ohio; two step-sons, Mike Westfall and wife Sandy of Jacksonville, Il., and Wayne Waite of Springfield, Il.; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Donald Wagner of Naples, Florida. He was preceded in death by a son, Mike Crawford; and a brother, Herschel Moore. Mr. Moore ran the Skelly Gas Station in Griggsville, Il. in the 1960's as well as working construction in Florida. Ding loved to fish and sit and visit with friends. Services were entrusted to Airsman-Hires Funeral Home of Griggsville, Illinois.

ETHEL (HOSKINS) MOORE , 78, a nine- year Resident of Denton, Texas, for­merly of Wichita Falls, Texas, died Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, in Denton. The funeral service was conduct­ed at 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, 2008 in the chapel of Owens & Brumley Funeral Home of Wichita Falls with Rev. Steven Hoskins, officiating. Interment followed at Crestview Memorial Park under the direction of Owens & Brumley Funeral Home of Wichita Fall. A daughter of the late Lawrence and Josie (Mahales) Hoskins, she was born March 5, 1930 in Barry. She graduated from Barry High School with full honors in track and field. In 1954, she married John Ellison Moore. He preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughters, Brenda Walker and husband Tony of Denton, Debbie Chase of Denton; four sons Rickie Moore and wife Carolyn of Denton, Randy Moore of Decatur, Texas, Jimmy Moore of Denton, Tony Moore and wife Cheryl of Krum, Texas; two broth­ers, Jack Hoskins and wife Pat of Quincy and Steve Hoskins and wife Volara of Ohio; 12 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She lives on through each of these fam­ily members and many friends
Contributed by Billie Browning

FRANCES (MYERS) MOORE , 93, of Sherrard, died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at Oak Glen Home, Coal Valley, after a brief illness. Per her request, following cremation, a private graveside service will be held at the National Cemetery in Keokuk, Iowa at a later date. Memorials may be made to the family to be designated later. Kirk, Huggins and Esterdahl Funeral Home, Ltd. Orion is assisting the family. Frances was born April 8, 1915 in Cassville, Mo., the daughter of Charles and Edith (Cannon) Myers, who then moved to Kinderhook. She married Ralph F. Moore of Hull Dec. 27, 1941. After Ralph got out of the service in WWII, they moved to Keokuk, where Ralph worked for and later retired from Union Electric Company (now Ameren) and Frances was a homemaker. They had one daughter, Sybil. Ralph died in 1994 in Keokuk. Frances moved to Fyre Lake, Sherrard in 1998 to be close to her daughter. She lived in her own home until she was 93 years old. She enjoyed being with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and her cat. Survivors include daughter, Sybil (Wayne) McCombs Sherrard; two granddaughters, Natalie McCombs (Steve Scott) Sherrard and Lara (Dan) Cerra, Montreal Mo.; four great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, one brother, husband and grandson, Darin McCombs
Contributed by Billie Browning

HAROLD E. MOORE was born Jan. 9, 1914, in Griggsville , IL and died Sept. 27, 1978 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield , IL . Burial was in Crescent Heights Cemetery , Pleasant Hill , IL . He married Mildred Ator Patterson in April 1972 in Pittsfield , IL , she survives. His parents were Ross and Beatrice Chambers Moore. He was a resident of Pittsfield and is survived by his mother of Pittsfield , these children by a previous marriage: Kenneth and Ronald of Houston, TX. and Joanne Vertrees of Dayton, OH; a stepdaughter: Shirley Smith of Monroe City, MO; six grand, 5 step grand and four step great grandchildren; these brothers and sister: Vinton and Robert, both of Pittsfield, William of Griggsville and Marjorie Hobkirk of Pittsfield; Preceded by his father.

HIRAM MOORE - DIED in Griggsville, March 1st at 7:35 p. after six days' illness of pneumonia, Hiram Moore, in 80th year of his age. Deceased was born in Canterbury, N. H., September 10th, 1802, be the second child of a family of thirteen children, of whom five survive. Came west in 1837, and located in Pekin, Fayette county, four years, thence to Brown county where he remained eight years and finally settled permanently in Griggsville in 1849, where he has passed the last 33 years of his life. The funeral took place at his brother’s residence, Mr. J. K. Moore, Friday; March 3d, at 10 o'clock. Discourse was preached by Rev. R. L. Olds, of the Baptist church, from 2d Sam. xiv:14, and the remains were laid at rest in the Griggsville cemetery to await the resurrection.
Contributed by Sandi Donaldson

MOORE, Janet S. (Hubbard) , 57, of Pittsfield and formerly of Barry, IL., died Monday, April 11, 2005 at the scene of an automobile accident on Rt. 79 in St. Charles County, MO. Born February 1, 1948 in Pittsfield, IL., she was a daughter of John "Jack" and Mary Williams Hubbard. She married Charles Moore May 5, 1967 in Alton, IL and he survives. She graduated from Normal High School in Normal, IL in 1966 and later graduated from Passavant Hospital School of Nursing in Jacksonville, IL. She previously worked at Hannibal Regional Hospital, was past administrator of the Barry Community Care Center in Barry, IL for twenty-five years and was presently working at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was also active in marketing with Quixtar. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Barry, IL. Survivors: her mother Mrs. Mary Hubbard of Barry, IL, her husband Charlie Moore of Pittsfield, one son Scot Moore of Pittsfield and a daughter Mrs. Duane (Stacy) Ruble of Barry, IL., three brothers, John (Patricia) Hubbard of Barry, Michael (Susan) Hubbard of Lexington, KY and Mark (Sherry) Hubbard of Bloomington, IL., six grandchildren, Melissa, Jonathan and Madison Moore of Pittsfield and Devin, Cole and Cassidy Ruble of Barry, IL and several nieces and nephews. Preceded by her father and a sister Mary Beth. Funeral services will be Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Christian Church in Barry with Rev. Kent Hillesland officiating. Burial will be at Park Lawn Cemetery in Barry.

MOORE, Joseph E. - The funeral of Joseph E Moore, of Kinderhook, was held at the Baptist church in that city last Sunday afternoon. The services were conducted by Rev. L C. Taylor, pastor of the Baptist church. The church was beautifully decorated with flags and flowers and one of the largest crowds that ever attended a funeral in Kinderhook was present. The American Legion had charge of the services at the grave and soldier and sailor boys were present from Barry, Hannibal, Quincy and other points. Interment was in Kinderhook cemetery. Just a few short days after the cannons had ceased to roar and the noise of conflict in the World War was hushed, the spirit of Private Joseph E Moore, in response to the call of the angel of death, passed out into the great beyond. Joseph was born near Shiloh, Adams County, IL, Nov 9, 1895 and died January 13, 1918, aged 23 years, 2 months and 4 days. He was the youngest son of W. A. and Maggie Moore. He answered the call to arms for service on foreign fields and enlisted at Quincy August 28, 1917 and was assigned to Co. B, 123rd Machine Gun Battalion. He served in some of the hardest fought battles of the war - being present in the historic battles of Verdun and the Argonne. After the signing of the armistice he was with the "army of occupation" until his death. He was a brave soldier, loyal to his country and faithful to his duty. Before his enlistment he spent most of his life in and around Kinderhook and was esteemed by all. I private life we find the same loyalty as was manifested in the army - being faithful to his friends, loyal to his Sunday school class at the Baptist church here - always lending a hand to administer to those in need of his help. He leaves to mourn their loss, a father, mother, one brother and one sister, two nephews and three nieces, besides many comrades and friends. To such a loyal and faithful life we bid adieu
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MILDRED EILEEN (ATOR) MOORE 80, of Monroe City and formerly of Griggsville, Ill., died at 3:47 p.m. July 3, 1999, at Monroe City Manor Care Center. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill, Ill. The Rev. Steve Goughnour will officiate. Mrs. Moore was born Aug. 17, 1918, in Martinsburg Township in Illinois to Wayne and Ruth Clark Ator. She was married to Harold Moore in February 1972 in Pittsfield, Ill. He preceded her in death in September 1978. Survivors include one daughter, Shirley Beaver of Monroe City; five grandchildren, Debby Erke and Pam Bowen, both of Barry, Ill., Teresa Dowell of Monroe City, Lori Conkright of Warsaw, Ill., and Larry Williams of Galva, Kan.; 16 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; three stepchildren; six stepgrandchildren; 11 stepgreat-grandchildren; and two stepgreat-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Hayward Patterson; and one brother, Issac Ator. Mrs. Moore was employed at Galesburg State Research Hospital in Galesburg, Ill., from 1957 until her 1975 retirement. After retiring she moved to Griggsville, Ill., and later to Monroe City. She was an active volunteer for the Monroe City Nutrition Center. Mrs. Moore was a member of Pleasant Hill Christian Church. She also was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion in Griggsville, Ill., and the Illinois Country Music Association. She attended Black Oak Grade School and was a graduate of Pleasant Hill High School. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Garner Funeral Home in Monroe City and from 1 p.m. until time of services Tuesday at the cemetery in Pleasant Hill. Memorials may be made to Monroe City Nutrition Center. Pallbearers will be Steve Bowen, Lance Bowen, Joshua Dowell, Billy Dowell, Dwight Davis and Eric Gates.

RICHARD MOORE , 53, of Arenzville, and formerly of Griggsville, died Wednesday, May 6, 2009, at Passavant Hospital in Jacksonville. He was born Feb. 22, 1956 in Pittsfield, the son of the late Clifford L. "Ding" and Sally Crawford Moore. Surviving is a companion, Donna Cannon of Arenzville; two sons, Travis Moore of Springfield, Mo. and Dillon Moore of Griggsville; a daughter, Heather Moore of Springfield; one grandson, Isaiah of Springfield; a sister, Cathy Peacock and husband Steve of Beardstown; a half-sister, Lisa Crow of Griggsville; a step-sister, Kellie Otterstedt and husband Keith of Coshocton, Ohio; step brothers, Mike Westfall and wife Sandy of Jacksonville and Wayne Waite of Springfield; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Mike Crawford; and his maternal grandparents, Harry and Kate Crawford. Butch was a past employee of the Norfolk Southern Railroad employed for 26 years as a welder. He enjoyed coin collecting, collecting stoneware, refinishing antique furniture, collecting antiques and going to auctions. Butch loved the outdoors, fishing and carpentry work. He loved to ride Harleys and enjoyed his friends and family. Memorial services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at the Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville.
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ROSS M. MOORE , a retired farmer of Pittsfield died at Illini hospital at 8:20 pm Wednesday, Nov. 4, 1970. He was 78. He was born in New Salem township, March 10, 1892, son of John Henry and Fannie Whitten Moore. He married Beatrice Chambers Dec. 19, 1912 in Rockville, Ind. Mrs. Moore survives with a daughter, Mrs. William (Marjorie) Hobkirk of Pittsfield, five sons, Harold of Galesburg; Ralph of Pittsfield, Wade William and Wayne Robert, both of Los Angeles, Calif. and Vinton L. Moore of New Salem. A sister, Mrs. Grace Bell also survives. There are 13 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was a member of the New Salem United Methodist Church , Pittsfield Moose Lodge and Pike County Farm Bureau. Funeral services were held at 2 pm Saturday, Nov. 7 at Skinner Funeral Home, with Rev. Joe T. Maynard officiating. Interment was in the Swiggert cemetery.

WILLIAM A. MOORE - Amos Moore, pased away at Onarga. Ill., Tuesday morning, May 9, 1944, at the age of 80 years, 3 months and 17 days. He was born at Pleasant Hill, Ill., January 25, 1864, the oldest son of James W., and Josephine Moore. He spent the days of his youth and young manhood in this community, where he married Miss Susan Wilson. They were the parents of four sons and two daughters. About forty years ago he moved his family Normal, Ill., where he made his home until two years ago, when he was unable to live alone and went to the home of his sister at Onarga. The wife and sons, passed away several years ago. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. C. W. Roberts of San Francisco and Mrs. John Rintalo of Burlingame, Calif.; two grandsons who are in the service of their country; one brother, Ben Moore of Lincoln. Ill.; and two sisters, Mrs. Olive Groom and Mrs. Edna Risley and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held in the Baptist Church in Pleasant Hill, Friday afternoon May 12, 1944. conducted by Rev. W. P. Foster. Burial was beside his wife and four ions, in Crescent Heights cemetery at Pleasant Hill.
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MRS. WILLIAM MOORE , 57, died of pneumonia in her home east of New Salem Saturday night. Funeral services were held in the Methodist Episcopal church, of which she was a member, Tuesday at 2:30 p. m. --- Cox of Martinsburg, and a sister, Mrs. Julia Cooper of Pittsfield. Submitted by Delaine Donaldson -- The Independent Press, Griggsville, Illinois February 24, 1934 The Rev. Amos Crawford was in charge and burial was in the Swiggett ceme­tery. Mrs. Moore was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Cox and was born and raised near Martinsburg She would have been 57 yeas of age February 21. She was united in mar­riage to. Will Moore 37 years ago. Mrs. Moore is survived by her husband and daughter Mrs. Grant Jackson; a brother, Ace Cox of Martinsburg, and a sister, Mrs. Julia Cooper of Pittsfield.

ELLA (STARKS) MORLEY , former Barry resident, died at the home of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Arthur Parrack, in Mendon, Illinois, Tuesday evening, March 28, 1950, at 4:25 o'clock. She was eighty-three years old and had made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Parrack since leaving Barry three and one-half years ago. Mrs. Morley was born near Beverly, October 29, 1866, a daughter of Williamson and Sarah Wosley Starks. She was married October 4, 1893 to Joseph Morley of Barry, who died in 1943. Mr. and Mrs. Morley were the parents of one child who passed away in infancy. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon, March 31, at two-thirty o'clock from the Barnes-Seeley Funeral Home in Barry, with Rev. Lee Anthony of Quincy in charge. Mr. Fred Davis sang, accompanied by Mrs. William Vaught. Interment was in Park Lawn Cemetery. Serving as casket-bearers were Gail and Ross Parrack, Alvin and Everett Mixer and Clyde and Joseph Morley, all nephews of the deceased. Surviving are two half-sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Parrack of Barry and Mrs. Goldie Curliss of Kansas; two half-brothers, Ben Starks of Beverly and Frank Starks of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews. A twin sister, Mrs. Allie Funk, preceded her in death.
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CORA PAULINE (WENTJEN) MORTON , 62, died Nov. 29, 2008, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Per her wishes cremation has taken place and private family services will be held at a later date. She was born Jan. 18, 1946 in Pittsfield to the late Gussie and Isa (Guthrie) Wintjen. March 7, 1964 she married Richard G. "Pete" Peters in Savannah and he preceded her in death. Cora then remarried to Monte M. Morton and he survives her of Bowling Green, Mo. She is also survived by her two sons, Tim G. Peters and his wife Michele of Wardsville, Mo. and Tracy D. Peters and his wife Heather of Henley, Mo.; her daughter, Tina M. Peters of Jefferson City, Mo.; a brother, Larry Wintjen and his wife Carol of Hardin; sisters, Patricia Rardin of Sedalia, Mo. and Shirley Mutert of Platte City, Wis.; as well as grandchildren, Dalton, Jayde, Cole and Kayleigh; and many precious nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Cora is preceded in death by an infant son Terry G. Peters, a brother, Howard Wintjen; and two sisters, Lily "Dolly" Darlene Wintjen and Isa "Florene" Simpkin. She was employed at Ryan's Steakhouse in Jefferson City. The thing she enjoyed the most was spending time with her grandchildren. She also loved nature, especially hunting mushrooms and gathering plants, roots and nuts with her brother Larry.
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DARRELL C. MORTON , 50, of Virginia, Ill. , died at 2:02 pm Tuesday, Jan. 17, 1984 in the Memorial Medical Center in Springfield Ill. Mr. Morton had been a patient at the hospital since Jan. 6, following an automobile accident near Jacksonville , Illinois Funeral services for Mr. Morton were held at 1 pm Saturday, Jan. 21, at the Ward-Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill , Ill. Wayne Ward was the minister and burial was in Wells Cemetery in rural Pleasant Hill . American Legion Post 1048 of Pleasant Hill held military rites at the grave. The funeral services were held jointly with services for Mr. Morton's father, Russell R. Morton, who died about 30 hours after his son's death. Darrell C. Morton was born Feb. 19, 1933 in Pearl , Ill. , a son of Russell and Kitty Smith Morton. He was a self-employed carpenter, a member of the Christian Church and he served with the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Morton married Joan Arlene Shields on March 12, 1955 in Tacoma, Wash. and she survives. Also surviving are three sons, Russell Morton and James Morton, both of Virginia, Ill. , and Paul Morton, who is in the US Navy and stationed at Charleston , S. C., two daughters, Linda Morton of Peoria, Ill. and Joan Marie Morton of Virginia; and a brother, George Morton of rural Pittsfield, Ill. Mr. Morton was preceded in death by his mother and by an infant brother, Carl.

GEORGE LEWIS MORTON , 77, of Louisiana , Missouri died at 3:55 pm Monday, January 7, 1985, in Pike County Memorial Hospital , Louisiana , Mo. Mr. Morton was born March 22, 1907, a son of Itemer Dow and Nancy Ralph Morton. He married Gertie Young, Dec. 24, 1938 in Louisiana . She survives. Mr. Morton was formerly employed by Stark Bros. Nurseries. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church of Louisiana. Also surviving are a son, Donald E. Morton of Louisiana; two brothers, Milo Morton of Bowling Green and William Morton of Frankford; three sisters, Mae Thurman of Vandalia, Mrs. Jessie White of Louisiana, and Mrs. Edna Worthington of Frankford and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister and three brothers. Services will be conducted at 2 pm Thursday in the First Assembly of God Church in Louisiana by the Rev. Mike Halderman. Burial will be in Buffalo Cemetery south of Louisiana . The Collier Funeral Home of Louisiana is in charge of arrangements.

PERRY ELDER MORTON , Final rites were held at 2:30 p. m.Friday, September 21, at the Skinner funeral home for Perry Elder "Pet" Morton, the Rev. I K. Putt officiating. Interment was in the Griggsville cemetery. Perry Elder Morton, son of John and Rebecca Lightle Morton, was born near Griggsville March 12, 1874. He was the 9th of a family of 11 children. He re­ceived his education in the Griggsville schools and very early his unusually sunny disposition made life easier for all his family and his friends. God gave him 71 and one-half years on earth and he spent it all in the service of others, never asking or accepting favors in return. For 16 years he was employed by Roe Yates and Son, 12 years for Perry Harshman and son. and for the past 24 years worked faithfully for John Warton. His devotion to John, Mary Jane and Carol Rose Warton was very beautiful to see. On Jan. 27, 1901, he was united in marriage to Mary Alice Sutton, who has been his devoted companion for 44 years and constantly cared for him during his failing years . Surviving are his wife, two brothers, George and John Morton, and several nieces and nephews. Four years ago his health began to fail, not permitting him to work at day labor, but he never ceased the art of cheering others. Many will miss his pleasant per­sonality.
Submitted by Delaine Donaldson from the Independent Press, Griggsville IL 26 September 1945

RUSSELL R. MORTON , 78, of rural Pleasant Hill , Ill. , died at 8:55 pm Wednesday, Jan. 18, 1984 at Jacksonville Convalescent Center in Jacksonville , Ill. He had been ill for about two months. Funeral services were held at 1 pm Saturday, Jan. 21, in the Ward-Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill . Wayne Ward was the minister and burial was in the Wells Cemetery in rural Pleasant Hill . The services were held jointly with those for Mr. Morton's son, Darrell C. Morton, who had died about 30 hours earlier. Russell R. Morton was born Sept. 21, 1905 in Pike County , Ill. , a son of Ithamar and Nancy Ralph Morton. Mr. Morton, a retired self-employed farmer, married Kitty Smith on May 7, 1932 in Bowling Green . He was a member of the United Methodist Church . Mr. Morton is survived by a son, George Morton of rural Pittsfield, Ill, three brothers, George Morton of Louisiana, Mo, Milo Morton of Bowling Green and William Morton of Frankford; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Louise Thurman of Vandalia and Mrs. Edna Worthington of Wilamina, Oregon and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife; an infant son, Carl; a son Darrell Morton; two brothers, Charles Morton and Elmer Morton; and a sister, Mrs. Rachel Penrod.

FRED A. MOYER - Born 9 Nov 1892, Nebo, Il.; Died 23 Sep 1984, Quincy , Il . (St. Mary's Hosp); Bu: Crescent Heights Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Il.; M: Bertha M. Ruyle on 22 Jun 1912, Pittsfield, Il.; Wife preceded on 19 Sep 1956; Resident of Pleasant Hill; Survived by three daughters: Mrs. Opal Hobbs, Mrs. Eyleen Hartsock and Mrs. Clydene Emert, all of Pleasant Hill; 16 grand, 30 great grand and 13 great-great grandchildren.

VELMA (RALPH) MOYERS , 80, of Pleasant Hill died Saturday, Aug. 19, 2006, in the Pittsfield Manor where she had made her home for the last 9 months. Velma Mary was born October 23, 1925 to George Lewis and Cuba Rose Harlow Ralph. She was the fifth of six children. Velma was raised in the Pleasant Hill bottoms, attended Mackey School and Pleasant Hill High School . She was a member of the Pleasant Hill Christian Church and also attended the Nebo Christian Church. In 1942, she married William H. "Junior" Moyers. While Junior was in the Navy, they lived in Pensacola , Fla. until he was sent overseas. After coming back to Pleasant Hill , they eventually settled in the Black Oak area, up "Six Mile Hollow". Velma and Junior had three children, Bill, Sue, and Shari , and were also instrumental in raising their seven grandchildren. They farmed for more than 50 years and were longtime Dekalb seed corn dealers. In 1983, they moved from the farm to Pleasant Hill . After Junior's passing in 1996, Velma moved to a smaller house in Pleasant Hill .

Velma was a wonderful cook as her neighbors, children, grand children and their friends will testify. Velma also loved to raise flowers, something she inherited from her mother and has passed to her daughters. For 20 years, Velma and Junior spent their winters in Florida with Velma's sisters, Nellie Fish Hazelrigg, Pearl Daniels, and Mildred Ator and her husband, Dean. Many a pinochle game was played in the motor home or on the card table in the dining room in their home on Six Mile. Velma is survived by her three children, Bill of Pleasant Hill, Sue and her husband, Leon Holcomb, or rural Nebo, and Shari and her husband, Kevin Borrowman, of Atlas. Also surviving are seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren, Clark Moyers and his wife, Laura, and their son, Seth of rural Pleasant Hill; Karen Hooper and her husband, Bill, and children Emily and Justin of rural Pearl; Jonathon Moyers, attending Culver Stockton College in Canton, Mo; Todd Holcomb and his wife Jennifer, and son, Thorne, of rural Pleasant Hill; Missy Turner of Hull and her sons, Hunter and Gunner, of Pleasant Hill; Grant and Evan Borrowman of Atlas; and nieces and nephews. Velma was a loving, caring person who will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents; four sisters, Ethel Robinson, Nellie Fish Hazelrigg, Pearl Daniels and Mildred Ator; and her brother, George Lewis Ralph, Jr. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday in the Ward-Lummis funeral home, Pleasant Hill , by Justin Raulston. Burial followed in Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill . Pallbearers were Lonnie Robinson, Greg Ator, Danny Turner, Robb Holcomb, Dean Spann and Dewey Davis. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home.

CHARLOTTE (KURTZ) MOYER , 69, of Barry, died Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, in her home.She was born Feb. 19, 1940, near New Canton, to Woodrow and Iva E. (McNary) Kurtz. They preceded her in death. She married Ben L. Moyer, May 4, 1973, in Hannibal, Mo. He survives in Barry.She is also survived by one son, Michael Alan Minor, wife Fabiana, of St. Augustine, Fla.; four daugh­ters , Denise Minor, and husand Arnie, of Linn Creek, Mo., Patricia Powell, of Barry, Tina Moyer, of Barry and Brenda Moyer, of Barry; three grandchildren,- Anthony Minor of Jacksonville, Fla. and Amanda and Natalie Powell, of Barry; one brother, Woodrow Kurtz, Jr., of Hull; and three sisters, Kathryn Sydney and her husband Roger, of Spring Hill, Fla.; Sue Loos and her husband Jim, of Big Clifty, Ky.; and Mary K. Blackorby, of Barry. She was preceded in death by one sister, Elcy Smith.Charlotte was an active mem­ber of the Barry American Legion Auxiliary.Visitation was held from 4 - 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Burial was in the Park Lawn Cemetery in Barry. Memorials are suggested to the Barry American Legion Auxiliary
COntributed by Billie Browning - Harman House

FRANK MOYER , 86, of Barry died Dec. 14, 2009 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. Bob was born Jan. 14, 1923, in Deny Twsp, a son of Floyd E. and Annabelle Dolbeare Moyer. He married Mary L. Sparrow Jan. 25, 1947 and she survives. Bob farmed for many years and worked at Gardner-Denver Company in Quincy for about 30 years before retiring in 1985. He was a member of the El Dara Lodge #388 A.F. & A. M. for 62 years. Survivors include his wife, Mary of Barry; a son, Richard K. (Teddy) Moyer of Plainville; and a daughter, Julie A. Moyer of Barry. He was pre­ceded in death by a sister, three brothers and a daughter, Barbara Sue Moyer. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, at the Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry with Dr. Greg Maize officiat­ing. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service from 12-2 p.m. Burial will be at Park Lawn Cemetery following the service. Masonic services will be conducted at 1:45 p.m. prior to the service by the El Dara Lodge #388 A.F. & A.M. Memorials are sug­gested to the donor's choice. Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry is handling the arrangements.
Contributed by Billie Browning - Pike Press Newspaper

WILLIAM HARRY MOYER , 77, of Barry, was born Oct. 26, 1930, in Quincy, to Harry and Florence (McCleery) Moyer. They preceded him in death. He died Thursday, July 3, 2008, in his home. He married Cleta U. Hill in Pittsfield, Dec. 1, 1951. She survives in Barry. He is also survived by three sons, Marion LeRoy Moyer, of the State of California; William Eugene Moyer, of Hemit, Calif.; and Lowell Dean Moyer of Barry; one daughter, Marsha Gail Shireman of Cave Creek, Ariz.; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Bill was a Navy Veteran serving from 1949 to 1950 and spent most of his life as an over the road truck driver. In his spare time he enjoyed woodworking and refinishing antique furniture. He also enjoyed traveling. Visitation was held from 9-10 a.m. Monday, July 7th, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 7th at the Park Lawn Cemetery, Barry. Burial will be in Park Lawn Cemetery, Barry. Memorials
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ESTHER (McKee) MULLINEX - Born -10 Jun 1894, Zalma , Mo / Died - 12 Dec 1985, Hannibal , Mo. (Levering Hosp) Daughter of John & Lillie (Stephens) McKee FA: Resident of Hannibal , Mo. ; formerly of Pike Co., Il Survived by three daughters: Mrs. Pauline Degerlia of Mountain Home, Ark., Mrs. Norma Beilsmith of Hannibal, Mo. and Mrs. Fern Schenck of Bettendorf, Iowa; two sons: Woodrow Hammock of Hull and Ray Mullenix of Davenport, Iowa; 14 grand and 21 great grandchildren; a brother: William McKee of Martinsburg; and two sisters: Mrs. Kate Hammock and Mary Ralph, both of Pittsfield. (Murial Miller Cem. Altas IL)

RALPH W. MULLINEX - 86, died Jan. 29, 2009, at the Liberty Village in Pittsfield. He was born Sept. 19, 1922 in Martinsburg to Howard and Maude McKee Mullenix. He was employed at Brown Shoe Factory in Pittsfield and Pike County Lumber in Pittsfield. Ralph served his country in WWII. Survivors include a sister. Bernadine Rodhouse, Pleasant Hill; two nieces and several cousins. Graveside services were held Tuesday, Feb. 3, at the West Cemetery, Pittsfield at 2 p.m. with Merle Carlton and Mark Lahman officiating. Military rites were accorded by the American Legion Post 152. Visitation was held Tuesday, Feb. 3, 12 to 1:30 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield.
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