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Obituary for Anna Marie Hollinger Schisler
The Argus, Astoria, Fulton County, Illinois - Thursday, May 17, 1900.
Mrs. Anna Schisler.
  Anna Hollinger was born Sept. 1, 1809, and died May 11, 1900 at the age of 90 years, 11 months and 10 days.
  She was married to Lewis Schisler Feb. 18, 1929 and to this union were born fifteen children, eight of whom are yet living.
  During her early life she lived in Pennsylvania, but in the year 1853, with her husband and family she came to Illinois.  In a few short months after reaching this state her husband passed to the better land.  Several years after his death she was again married to Peter Long who died many years ago.  Since his death she traveled life's long journey alone until called to join with those who have gone before.
  Funeral services were held at the Dunkard Church south of Astoria, Sunday, May 13, conducted by the German Baptist ministers.
  Text from 2nd Cor., 5:1.
Obituary for Charles William Schisler
Eagle Publications, February 1, 2001
Charles W. Schisler
  Charles W. Schisler, 89, of Portland, Ore., formerly of Abingdon, died Jan. 23, 2001.
  He was born July 26, 1911, near Herman, the son of Martin and Lucinda Derry Schisler. He married Beulah Phillips, of Roseville, on July 7, 1934. She died in 1995.
  Surviving are two children, Loren Schisler, Portland, Ore. and Virginia Payne, California; two sisters, Ruby Ralston, St. Augustine and Naomia Thurman, Abingdon and grandchildren.
  He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and three brothers.
  Cremation rites were accorded.
  Memorials may be made to the Abingdon Historical Society, 119 N. Randolph, Suite D, Macomb, IL 61455.
Obituary for Clifford Eugene Schisler
Eagle Publications, October 19, 2000
Clifford E. Schisler
  Clifford E. Schisler, 89, Abingdon, passed away at 4:20 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, 2000, in Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
  Born Nov. 6, 1910, in Knox County, the son of John and Minnie Dawdy Schisler, he married Kathleen Stocks on Nov. 23, 1932. He married Mabel Gott on Dec. 8, 1972, in Springfield. She passed away Dec. 31, 1996.
  Surviving are one son, Neal Schisler, Knoxville; two stepsons Wayne Gott, Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Roger Gott, Sullivan; three daughters, Elaine Westover and Linda Batson, both of Abingdon, and Donna Mason, Galesburg; four stepdaughters, Beverly Earp, Monmouth, Pauline Miller, Decatur, and Karen Lowery and Sharon Curtis, both of Cameron; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; and several step-grandchildren; one brother, Harold Schisler in Arizona; one sister, Irene Morris, Berwick.
  He was also preceded in death by one brother and one sister.
  He graduated from Abingdon High School in 1931.
  He farmed in the Abingdon area for 40 years, retiring in 1973.
  He was a member of Abingdon Christian Church and the former Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 518 in Galesburg.
  Services were held Monday at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel, Abingdon, with the Rev. Raymond McLaren officiating. Burial was in Abingdon Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the National Hospice Foundation, the American Cancer Society and Abingdon Christian Church.

Clifford E. Schisler
  Abingdon - Clifford E. Schisler, 89, 207 S. Western Ave., died at 4:20 P.M. Friday (Oct. 13, 2000) in Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
  He was born Nov. 6, 1910, in Knox County, the son of John and Minnie Dawdy Schisler.
  He married Kathleen Stocks on Nov. 23, 1932. He married Mabel Gott on Dec. 8, 1972, in Springfield. She died Dec. 31, 1996.
  Surviving are one son, Neal Schisler, Knoxville; two stepsons, Wayne Gott, Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Roger Gott, Sullivan; three daughters, Elaine Westover and Linda Batson, both of Abingdon, and Donna Mason, Galesburg; four stepdaughters, Beverly  Earp, Monmouth, Pauline Miller, Decatur, and Karen Lowery and Sharen Curtis, both of Cameron; one brother, Harold Schisler, in Arizona; one sister, Irene Morris, Berwick; 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, and
several step grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother and one sister.
  He was graduated from Abingdon High School in 1931.
  He farmed in the Abingdon area for 40 years, retiring in 1973.
  He was a member of Abingdon Christian Church and the former Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 518 in Galesburg.
  Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel, Abingdon, with the Rev. Raymond McLaren officiating. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Abingdon Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the National Hospice Foundation, the American Cancer Society and Abingdon Christian Church.
Obituary for Della May Grove Schisler
Della May Schisler Dies in Hospital
  Mrs. William H. (Della May) Schisler, 85, of Ipava died at 8:55 a.m. Friday morning at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  She was born in Astoria Jan. 1, 1886, a daughter of George Ahas and Emma Danner Grove, and was married in Springfield Nov. 26, 1907.
  Surviving are her husband; three sons, Clare of Good Hope, Kenneth of Table Grove and Perry Schisler of Ipava; 11 grandchildren and a sister, Miss Pearl Grove of Astoria.
  Four brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
  Mrs. Schisler was a member of Ipava Christian Church.
  Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the Ipava Christian Church with Rev. J. A. Wilton and Rev. Darrell Harrison officiating.  Burial was in the Ipava Cemetery.
Obituary for Delvin Dean Schisler I
Eagle Publications, September 9, 2004
Delvin D. Schisler
  Delvin Dean Schisler, 46, Stuart, Fla., died Aug. 25, 2004, at home.
  He was born Dec. 9, 1957, in Galesburg, the son of Delvin Lee and Rio Rosalyn Schisler.
  He is survived by his father of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; his mother of Jensen Beach, Fla.; three sons, Josh Brittingham, South Dakota, Jesse Dean Schisler, Okeechobee, Fla., and Delvin Dean Schisler Jr., North Florida; one daughter, Katie Kimbrough, Vero Beach, Fla.; a special friend, Evelyn Howell, Stuart, Fla.; one brother, Tony Schisler, Port St. Lucie, Fla.; two sisters, Divena Stassi and Wendy Ciacci, both of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; his paternal grandmother, Eddie Lee Schisler, Abingdon; three granddaughters; one grandson; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
  He attended school in Abingdon, moving to Florida in 1978.
  He was an annual participant in the Veterans Memorial Park annual Bible reading marathon and former member of Sons of AMVETS Post 92.
  A memorial service was held Aug. 28, 2004, in Francis Langford Park, Jensen Beach, Fla.

Register-Mail, Galesburg, Ill., Thursday, September 2, 2004
Delvin D. Schisler
  Stuart, Fla. - Delvin Den Schisler, 46, 912 N. E. Palm Beach Road, died Aug. 25, 2004, at home.
  He was born Dec. 9, 1957, in Galesburg, the son of Delvin Lee and Rio Rosalyn Schisler.
  Surviving are his father of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; his mother of Jensen Beach, Fla.; three sons, Josh Brittingham, South Dakota, Jesse Dean Schisler, Okeechobee, Fla., and Delvin Dean Schisler, Jr., North Florida; a daughter, Katie Kimbrough, Vero Beach, Fla.; a special friend, Evelyn Howell, Stuart; a brother, Tony Schisler, Port St. Lucie, Fla.; two sisters, Divena Stassi and Wendy Ciacci, both of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; his paternal grandmother, Eddie Lee Schisler, Abingdon, Ill.; three granddaughters; a grandson; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
  He attended school in Abingdon and moved to Florida in 1978.
  He was an annual participant in the Veterans Memorial Park annual Bible reading marathon and former member of Sons of AMVETS Post 92.
  A memorial service was Aug. 28 in Francis Langford Park, Jensen Beach, Fla.

Delvin D. Schisler
Avon Sentinel, September 9, 2004
  Delvin Dean Schisler, 46, Stuart, Fla., died Aug. 25, 2004, at home.
  He was born Dec. 9, 1957, in Galesburg, the son of Delvin Lee and Rio Rosalyn Schisler.
  He is survived by his father of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; his mother of Jensen Beach, Fla.; three sons, Josh Brittingham, South Dakota, Jesse Dean Schisler, Okeechobee, Fla., and Delvin Dean Schisler Jr., North Florida; one daughter, Katie Kimbrough, Vero Beach, Fla.; a special friend, Evelyn Howell, Stuart, Fla.; one brother, Tony Schisler, Port St. Lucie, Fla.; two sisters, Divena Stassi and Wendy Ciacci, both of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; his paternal grandmother, Eddie Lee Schisler, Abingdon; three granddaughters; one grandson; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
  He attended school in Abingdon, moving to Florida in 1978.
  He was an annual participant in the Veterans Memorial Park annual Bible reading marathon and former member of Sons of AMVETS Post 92.
  A memorial service was held Aug. 28, 2004, in Francis Langford Park, Jensen Beach, Fla.
Obituary for Edward Schisler
died: July 19, 1935
Edward Schisler dies following long illness.
  Edward Schisler, a farmer residing about two miles and a half west of Astoria, died Friday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, following an illness of nine months duration, practically all of which he spent in bed.  His death was due to a paralytic stroke.  He was aged 60 years, 3 months and 22 days.
  Edward Schisler, youngest son of Henry and Magdalena Wise Schisler was born March 26, 1875 at the Schisler homestead near Astoria.
  On June 9, 1896, he was united in marriage to Josephine Branchfield.  To this union were born four children, Albert, Carl, Everett and Lucy, all of Astoria, who with his wife and the following grandchildren; Myrna, Melba, Bessie, Nelda, Clair and Philip Schisler and Charles and Carl Hayes survive to mourn his departure; also the following sisters, Mrs. Amanda Fitz, Mrs. Lydia Geiman, Mrs. Ella Sullivan, all of Astoria.  Two sisters, Mrs. Mary Rowland and Mrs. Sarah Stremmel and two brothers, Samuel Schisler and Charles Schisler preceded him in death, also a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends are left to mourn his passing.
  His young manhood was spent on a farm near Astoria and he has lived at his present home for thirty-one years.  He was a kind and loving husband and a father and a good neighbor and will be greatly missed in the home and community.
  Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:30 at the Astoria Church of the Brethren, conducted by Rev. C. A. Gruber.  Burial in South Fulton cemetery.
  Note: Stone Inscription: Schisler Josephene Aug 30, 1868 Nov 23, 1945 Edward Mar 26, 1875 July 19, 1935
Obituary for Ellen Elaine France Schisler
Eagle Publications, December 16, 1999
Ellen E. Schisler
  Ellen E. Schisler, 78, of rural Good Hope died at 12:06 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 1999, at her home.
  She was born Oct. 16, 1921, at Ipava to Hardy and Lily Johnson France. She married Clare D. Schisler on Aug. 11, 1940. He died June 6, 1992.
  One son and two sisters also preceded her in death.
  Surviving are sons, Max (Donna) of Rudolph, Oh., John (Deanna) of Coatsburg and Ron of Good Hope; daughters, Carrie (Vern) Moulton of Portland, Ore., Elaine (Jerry) Churchill of Roseville, Idella (Don) Sharp of Silvis, Linda (Doug) Wilkins and Kathi (Hap) Voorhees, both of Galesburg; brother, Charles (Rosie) France of Ipava; 12 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.
  She was a cook for Saga Foods and the Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority at Western Illinois University for many years.
  She was a member of the Walnut Grove Methodist Church in Walnut Grove, the Walnut Grove Missionary Sunshine Circle and the Center Community Club.
  Services were held Wednesday, Dec. 15, at her church. Rev. Brad Shoemaker officiated. Burial was in Good Hope Cemetery. Martin-Hollis Funeral Home in Bushnell was in charge of arrangements.
  Memorials may be made to her church or the McDonough District Hospital Hospice Program.
Obituary of George Schisler
Aged Citizen Dies
George Schisler Passed Away Sunday
At the House of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Parr.
  The gates of death have again opened and an aged and respected citizen has passed through.
  George Schisler was born near Loganville, York Co., Pennsylvania June 4, 1832 and passed away in Astoria, Ill., Dec. 7, 1919 at the home of Edward Parr, death being caused from cancer.  He was the last surviving member of his father's family and the fourth of a family of 14 children, 6 sons and 8 daughters.
  He left his native home and came to the State of Illinois in the year 1864; was married to Miss Sarah Albright and to this union 9 children were born, 6 dying in infancy and childhood and William A., who passed away, August 26, 1905, at the age of 47 years.
  The wife and mother also preceded him in death many years, leaving only two daughters, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren to mourn the loss of a loving father and grandfather, besides a number of nephews and nieces and many other relatives and friends. The daughter, namely: Mrs. Sophia Parr, Astoria, Ill; Mrs. Lucy A. Lazarus, Folt, Washington. The grandchildren are, namely: Mrs. Luella Long, Salem, Iowa; Miss Amanda Parr and Ralph Parr, Astoria, Ill.; Homer Schisler, Vermont, Ill.; Grover Lazarus and Miss Alice Lazarus, Folt, Wash,; and the great grandchildren, Gladys Schisler and Erma Long.
  He was again united in marriage on April 29, 1886 to Mrs. Mary Siders, who with two stepsons and one stepdaughter survive him.
  He was a member of the Lutheran church and he bore his suffering with patience and in a Christian spirit, saying it is God's will.
  Funeral services were held  at Church of Brethren Tuesday, Dec. 9, 1919 at 10 a.m., conducted by Elder S. S. Blough and burial was made in the Vermont cemetery.
  Dearest father thou hast left us
  And our loss we deeply feel.
  But 'tis God that has bereft us,
  Lie can all our sorrows heal.
  Yet again we hope to meet thee
  When the day of life is fled,
  When in Heaven with joy to greet thee
  Where no farewell tears are shed.
Obituary for Grover "Byron" Byron Schisler
Eagle Publications, March 1, 2001
Grover B. Schisler
  Grover B. "Byron" Schisler, 83, of Fairview, died at 5:13 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, 2001 in Methodist Medical Center, Peoria.
  He was born May 10, 1917, near Avon, the son of Arthur B. and Blanche Butler Schisler.
  He married Lucille Efnor on Aug. 31, 1940 in Palmyra, Mo. She died Dec. 3, 1987.
  Surviving are four sons, David Schisler, Mascoutah, Danny Schisler, Wheatland, Ind., Jerry Schisler, Monmouth, and Rod Schisler, Fairview; 10 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.
  He was preceded in death by an infant son, Bradley Schisler, and by two brothers and four sisters.
  He worked for several years for Fairview Farmers Elevator, retiring in 1984. He worked previously for Alexander Lumber Co., Farmington, and farmed near Ellisville.
  He attended the Cuba Senior Citizens Center.
  Funeral services were held in Henry-Lange Memorial Home, Cuba, with Rev. Clarence Liang officiating.
  Burial was in Cuba Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Midwest Kidney Dialysis Center at Graham Hospital, Canton.
Obituary of Henry Schisler
Demise of Henry Schisler
  Henry Schisler was born near Loganville, York Co, Pennsylvania May 30th, 1835, died at his residence in Astoria, August 12, 1910. aged 75 years, two months and 22 days.
  He left his native home and came to this country in the year 1854 and on October 14, 1854, he was united in marriage to Miss Magdalena Wise, also a native of York County, Pennsylvania and to this union nine, children were born, five daughters and four sons all of whom are living excepting two sons, one dying in infancy and Charles, who died in February 1904.
  The living children are:  Mrs. Sarah Stremmel, Mary Rowland, Mrs. Lydia A, Sears, Samuel and Edward Schisler all of Astoria, Ill, Mrs. Amanda Fitz, of Red Cloud, Nebr., and Mrs. Rosella Sullivan, of Adair, Ill.
  He leaves to mourn their loss besides his own family, two brothers, George Schisler, of Vermont, Ill and John Schisler, of Mount Wolf, Pennsylvania, 20 grandchildren, one great grand child and a host of relatives and friends.
  He was converted to Christ and became a member of the Brethren Church at about the age of 25 years which faith he still lived at the time of his death and several months before his death he called for the Elders of the Church and was anointed, according to James 5:14-15.
  His sickness was a complication of diseases which caused him great suffering, but he put his trust in God and would pray often for the Lord to remember him and have mercy, saying, "He knows best" and realizing that he was soon to leave this world, he called his family around his bedside and gave them good council, which will always linger in their memories and when the end came he passed peacefully away.
  Funeral service were held at the South Brethren Church, Sunday, August 14th at 11 o'clock a.m., conducted by Elder Michael Flory; of Girard, ILL, assisted by Elders J. C. Demy, and C. Bucher, from Job. 14:10 to a large concourse of sympathizing relatives, and friends, who came to pay their last "tribute of respect:"
  The body was laid to rest in the cemetery near by, to await the resurrection morn.
We miss thee from our home, dear father,
  We take thee from thy place,
  A darkness o'er our life is cast;
  We miss the shadow of thy face.
We miss thy kind and willing hand,
  Thy fond and earnest care;
  Our home is lonely without thee,
  We miss thee everywhere.
Oh dear father, can it be
  No more thy smiling face we see?
  Thine eyes that now are closed in death,
  We'll think of till our latest breath.
We saw thee suffer, heard thy sighs,
  With aching heart and tearful eyes;
  But now you calmly sleep at last,
  All pain, all grief, all suffering past.
God can all our sorrows heal,
  If we will to Him appeal;
  He'll lead us until life is past,
  And unite is in Heaven at last.
Rest in peace, dear father,
  For thy work on earth is done;
  Thou has fought the fight, the victory won
  And entered into rest.
  We desire through the columns of the Argus-Search Light to express our heartfelt and sincerest thanks to the neighbors and friends for their kindly assistance during the sickness and death of our husband and father.  Mrs. Henry Schisler. and children.
  Note: Buriel in South Fulton Cemetery, Astoria Township, Fulton County, Illinois. Stone Inscription: Henry Schisler born May 23, 1835 died Aug 12, 1910 Magdalena Schisler born Sep 23, 1840 died Feb 25, 1917
Obituary of Inez L. Neidy Roloff Schisler
died: November 28, 1998
Inez L. Schisler
  Inez L. Schisler, 85, of Lomax, died at 8:36 a.m. Saturday, November 28, 1998, near her home in Lomax.
  She was born July 2, 1913, in Roseville, the daughter of Charles and Katie (Blodgett) Neidy.
  She married Harold Roloff in 1929, and were divorced. She later married Dale Schisler on December 24, 1932, in Warren County. He preceded her in death in 1966.
  Inez had lived in California for 19 years before returning to Lomax in the 1980's. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church of Burlington, Iowa.
  Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Milford (Beatrice "Bea") of Lomax, Patricia "Pat" Crow of Oakland, California, Mrs. Charles (Janet) Woodward of Utica, Nebraska, Cheryl Mohr of Klamath River, California, and Mrs. Andrew (Martha "Martie") Simon of Fremont, California; one son, Murray Dale Schisler of the state of Georgia; 29 grandchildren; 23 great- grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Margaret Eckblom of Chicago; and one sister-in-law, Wilda Neidy of Kirkwood.
  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one sister, Esther Smith; one brother, Earl Neidy; and two grandchildren, Steven Blackman and Tommy Schisler.
  Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Point Pleasant Cemetery, near Roseville, with Pastor Charles Dye officiating.
  Friends may call as they desire at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst anytime Monday and Tuesday until time of services.
  A memorial fund has been established.
Obituary for James "Jim" Henry Schisler
The Fulton Democrat, Lewistown, IL, February 26, 1997
James Schisler
  James H. "Jim" Schisler, 79, of Ipava, died at 10:55 a.m. February 20, 1997, at his home.
  Born November 26, 1917, in Astoria to Don and Edna (Chaddock) Schisler, he married Nellie E. Chenoweth on May 25, 1940, in Keokuk, Iowa. She survives.
  Also surviving are one son, Curt Schisler of Ipava; three daughters, Beatrice Meeker of St. Louis, Barbara Dohner of Ipava and Susan Blickhan of Quincy; 12 grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
  He was preceded in death by one brother.
  He was a driver for K & K Truck Line in Havana.  He was owner/operator of Jim's Truck Service for 27 years, retiring in 1977.
  He also played the saxophone and guitar in area dance bands.
  He was a charter life member of the American Motorcyclist Association.
  Services were held February 24 at Ipava Christian Church, the Rev. Dennis Knotts officiated. Shawgo Memorial Home; in Ipava was in charge, of arrangements. Burial was in Ipava Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to McDonough District Hospice or Ipava Rescue Squad.
Obituary for James "Jimmie" Paige Schisler
Eagle Publications & Avon Sentinel, September 23, 2004
James Schisler
  James Paige Schisler, 67, Abingdon, died at 6:41 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004, at Galesburg Cottage Hospital emergency room.
  He was born Jan. 15, 1937, in Knox County near London Mills the son of Homer and Nada (Mitchell) Schisler. He married Shirley Engle in 1960 in Abingdon.
  He is survived by one daughter, Rhonda (Sam) Watkins, rural London Mills; two sons, Michael (Lorene) Schisler, rural Galesburg, Brian (Candice) Schisler, stationed with the US Navy in Jacksonville, Fla.; five brothers, Robert (Velma) Schisler, Jacksonville, Ill., Bradley (Pat) Schisler, rural Galesburg, Jack (Margaret) Schisler, St. Augustine, Donald (Darlene) Schisler, Abingdon, Homer (Sandra) Schisler, Jr., Mt. Morris, Mich.; three sisters, Merle (Harold) Derry, rural Abingdon, Betty (Elmer) Sickles and Dorla (William) Dwyer, Abingdon; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
  He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Berlon, Jay and Giles and one sister, Lois.
  He had lived in the Abingdon area most of his life.
  He served in the United States Army from July 1960 until June of 1962.
  He worked at the former Gale Products in Galesburg for 9 and 1/2 years. He later was self-employed as an electrician and owned Jim’s Electric in Abingdon for several years.
  He was a former volunteer fireman for the Abingdon Fire Department. He was also a past member of the Abingdon Fall Festival Association.
  Graveside services were held Thursday, Sept. 16, 2004, at the Abingdon Cemetery with Eleanor Landon officiating. Military rites were conducted by Harry E. Wiles American Legion Post #381.
  Memorials may be made to the family.
  Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Register Mail, Galesburg, IL, September 14, 2004
James P. Schisler
  Abingdon - James Page Schisler, 67, 301 S. Jefferson St., died at 6:41 p.m. Saturday (Sept 11, 2004) in Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
  He was born Jan 15, 1937, near London Mills, the son of Homer and Nada Mitchell Schisler.
  He married Shirley Engle in 1960 in Abingdon.
  Surviving are one daughter, Rhonda (and Sam) Watkins, London Mills; two sons, Michael (and Lorene) Schisler, Galesburg, and Brian (and Candice) Schisler, stationed in the U. S. Navy in Jacksonville, Fla.; five brothers, Robert (and Velma) Schisler, Jacksonville, Bradley (and Pat) Schisler, Galesburg, Jack (and Margaret) Schisler, St. Augustine, Donald (and Darlene) Schisler, Abingdon, and Homer (and Sandra) Schisler, Jr., Mt. Morris, Mich.; three sisters Merle (and Harold) Derry, Betty (and Elmer) Sickles and Dorla (and William) Dwyer, all of Abingdon; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and one sister.
  He lived in the Abingdon area most of his life.
  He served in the Army from July 1960 until June 1962.
  He worked at the former Gale Products in Galesburg for 9-1/2 years.  He later was self employed as an electrician and owned Jim's Electric in Abingdon for several years.
  He was a former volunteer fireman for the Abingdon Fire Department and was a past member of the Abingdon Fall Festival Association.
  Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Abingdon Cemetery, with Eleanor Landon officiating.  Military rites will be conducted by Harry E. Wiles American Legion Post 381.  Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel.
  Memorial may be made to the family.
Obituary for Josephine Branchfield Schisler
died: November 23, 1945
Mrs. Schisler passes away.
  Mrs. Edward Schisler passed away at her home two miles west of Astoria Friday at 4:30 p.m.  Death was due to a stroke.
  Josephine, the daughter of Daniel and Ruth Merril Branchfield was born August 30, 1868 in Pleasant Township east of Vermont.  She was aged 77 years 2 months and 24 days.
  She was united in marriage to Edward Schisler of Astoria, June 9, 1896. Her husband preceded her in death July 19, 1935.
  Surviving are the following children: Albert, Carl and Everett, all of Astoria and a daughter, Mrs. Lucy Hayes of Vermont and a sister, Mrs. Emma Hopping of Abingdon; also several nieces, nephews and other relatives and a host of friends are left to mourn her passing.
  Mrs. Schisler was a devoted mother, always happiest when her family were all present.
  Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the Astoria Church of the Brethren, conducted by Rev. Fred Thompson, assisted by Rev. G. G. Canfield.  Burial was in the South Fulton Cemetery.
  Note: Stone Inscription: Schisler Josephene Aug 30, 1868 Nov 23, 1945 Edward Mar 26, 1875 July 19, 1935
Obituary of Mabel Elizabeth Reed Schisler
died: October 02, 1980
unknown paper
Mrs. Mabel Schisler
  Mrs. Mabel Schisler, 77, of 1004 West First Ave. died at 11:15 a.m. Thursday at Community Memorial Hospital.
  Mabel Reed was born April 14, 1903 in Point Pleasant Township, the daughter of Chester and Clara E. (Birdsall) Reed.  She was reared and educated in Warren County and graduated from Monmouth High School.
  She taught for eight years in Warren County schools. She married Clausen Schisler in 1930. He proceeded her in death.
  She was a member of the Gerlaw Christian Church.
  Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Andrew (Muriel) Babeshoff of Norwalk, Ca. and Mrs. William (Louise) Meyers of Houston, Texas; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Eva Huntington and Mrs. Gladys Giles, both of Monmouth.

Mrs. Mabel Schisler
  Services for Mrs. Mabel Schisler were held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday conducted by the Rev. Ellis Beeman, pastor of the First Christian Church. Burial was in Point Pleasant Cemetery.  Pallbearers were William Myers, Andrew Babeshoss, Robin Holthaus, Kenneth Giles, David Giles and Charles Hutchins.
Obituary for Magdalena Wise Schisler
"Aged Lady Dead"
  Magdalena Wise-Schisler, daughter of Peter and Sarah Wise, was born in Hanover, York County, Pa., September 23, 1840.  Died at her home in Astoria, Ill., Feb. 25, 1917.
  She came to Illinois in about 1854 and was united in marriage to Henry Schisler, October 14, 1954, also a native of York County, Pa., and to this union were born nine children, five daughters and four sons, all of whom are living, except two, one dying in infancy and Charles, who died in Feb. 1904.  The living children are:  Mrs. Sarah Stremmel, Samuel Schisler, Amanda Fitz, Lydia Sears, Mary Rowland, Edward Schisler, all of Astoria, and Rosella Sullivan of Marietta, Ill.
  She leaves to mourn her loss her children, two nephews, 21 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives of friends.
  She was converted to Christ and became a member of the Brethren church while young and lived a consistent Christian [sic] life until death.  She was anointed by the Elders of the church according to James 5, 14-15.
  Her suffering was of long duration but she remained faithful until the end.  She loved to hear singing and praying and at one time remarked that she could listen to them singing and praying all the time.  Many, many times we read to her the scriptures which she so much loved to hear.  A few days ago she said she was going home.  Sunday night as the clock was striking the midnight hour she peacefully passed away.
  Funeral service will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock [sic] at the Astoria church of the Brethren, conducted by elders Chris. Gruber and Cyrus Bucher, and the remains laid to rest in South Fulton cemetery. Pall bearers, George Wherley, John Ruth, Neal Mummert, Jake Powell, Samuel Falkenstein and William Gibble.

The weary pilgrim's work is done
She's laid her armour down
No more shall sorrow dim the eye
She's resting now at home.
Her suffering here has been for years
With patience all was borne
At last the Master called for her
In Father's house there's room.
She followed Jesus here below
A hand-maid of the Lord
At last he says come unto me
And reap your blessed reward.
Me thinks I see the landing
She made on Canaan's shore
As she embraced her loved ones
Who have passed on, years before.
Clothed with righteousness and glory
She will dwell forever more,
In the house of many mansions
 All her trials now are o'er.
Her children mourn a mother's love
And loathe to say good bye,
God help them so pure to live
To meet Mother safe on High.
  A Friend, Mrs. D. Switzer
  Buried: South Fulton Cemetery, Astoria Township, Fulton County, Illinois.  Stone Inscription: Henry Schisler born May 23, 1835 died Aug 12, 1910 Magdalena Schisler born Sep 23, 1840 died Feb 25, 1917
Obituary of Margaret "Ann" "Lidia" Lydia Ebbert Schisler
died: October 13, 1918
Mrs. Samuel Schisler Dies Suddenly at Her Home, Southwest of Astoria Sunday Morning; Burial Today
  Mrs. Lidia Schisler, wife of Samuel Schisler, residing about three miles southwest of Astoria, was found dead in bed by the members of her family at about 6:30 Sunday morning.  Mrs. Schisler had been in poor health for some time, suffering with dropsy.  Her death, however, was unexpected.
  Members of the family were up with her at two o'clock.  They had no cause to be alarmed about her condition, as she was resting as well as usual.
  The deceased was aged 52 years.  Her maiden name was Ebbert.  She was united in marriage to Samuel Schisler Sept. 16, 1885.  To them were born eleven children, ten of whom survive, namely:  John of Marietta, Mrs. Etta Geiman of Astoria Township, Mrs. Alma Wickert of Summum, Ray in service, Clarence, Della, Bessie, Orpha and Paul, all at home.
  Besides her husband and children she leaves to mourn her untimely death three brothers, Joseph Ebbert of Astoria, William Ebbert of McPherson, Kansas, and Samuel Ebbert of Bushnell, also one sister, Mrs. Rebecca Klepenger of Convey, Kansas.
  She was a member of the Church of the Brethren.  Funeral services were held at the home at 2:30 o'clock today.  Burial in the South Fulton cemetery."
  Note: Stone Inscription: Samuel Schisler 1861-1931 Lydia Ebbert his wife 1866-1918
  Note: Missing is son, Jacob and sister Mary.
  Note: She is the daugher of John Ebbert and Susan Bowser.
Obituary of Pearl (nee Stambaugh) Schisler
Monmouth Daily Review, Saturday, December 16, 1972
Pearl Schisler of Swan Creek, Dead
  Pearl Schisler, age 73, of Swan Creek, died this morning at 4:30, in University Hospital, in Iowa City, IA.
  Born Jan 2, 1899, his parents, Nathaniel and Emma Stanbaugh (Stambaugh) died shortly after his birth (mother only), and he was adopted (fostered) by Lewis and Julie Schisler.  (See Nathaniel L. Stambaugh.)
  He was married, Aug. 17, 1923, in Lewiston, to Mary Kathryn Emig, and the couple has lived in the Swan Creek area about 40 years.  Mr. Schisler was retired from the railroad.
  Surviving are Mrs. Schisler, eight sons, Lewis, Robert, Cecil, Charles and Gerald of Monmouth and William, Wilbert, and Donald of Roseville; three daughters, Mrs. William (Dorothy) Griffin of Rock Island and Mrs. Russell (Betty) Painter and Mrs. Wilbur (Marilyn) Johnson of Monmouth, 36 grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, one half-brother; and three half-sisters.
  He was preceded in death by two sisters and brothers and three grandchildren.
  Funeral services will be Monday, at 2 p.m., at the Corman Memorial Home in Roseville, with the Rev. Donald Skiles of Bowen, officiating.
  Visitation will be Sunday, at the funeral home, from 7:30 p.m. until 8:30.
  Burial will be in the Roseville cemetery.
  A memorial fund has been established in his name for the American Cancer Society.
Obituary for Robert "Buck" Eugene Schisler
The Register-Mail, Galesburg, IL, March 12, 2005
Robert E. "Buck" Schisler
  Monmouth - Robert E. "Buck" Schisler, 79, Monmouth, died at 2:55 a.m. Friday (March 11, 2005) in Community Medical Center.
  He was born July 23, 1925, in Vermont, the son of Pearl and Mary Catherine Emig Schisler.
  He married Joann Sage on Oct. 22, 1949, in Monmouth. She died Sept. 16, 1995.
  Surviving are three daughters, Carol Wolf and Jeannine Mettler, both of Monmouth, and Jane Perdue, Galesburg; two sons, Robert (and Olga) Schisler and Timothy Schisler, all of Monmouth; three sisters, Dorothy Griffin, Rock Island, Marilyn Jo Johnson, Monmouth, and Betty (and Bob) Clark, Phoenix; four brothers, Lewis (and Catherine) Schisler, and Gerald (and Rita) Schisler, all of Monmouth, Charles (and Sarah) Schisler, Galesburg, and Donald (and Thelma) Schisler, Greenbush; two sisters-in-law, Betty Schisler and Irene Schisler; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, a brother-in-law, an infant son and an infant grandson.
  He was a tree surgeon and trimmer and later worked in building demolition.
  Funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Turnbull Funeral Home. Visitation is Monday and Tuesday with the family present from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday. Burial will be in Warren County Memorial Park.
  Memorials may be made to the Warren County Cancer Fund.
Obituary of Samuel Schisler
died: June 26, 1931
Samuel Schisler
  Samuel Schisler, a retired farmer, passed away at the home of his son John, about three miles northwest of Astoria on Friday, at the age of 69 years, 8 months and 16 days.  He was born October 12, 1861 in Astoria, the son of Henry and Magdalena Schisler.
  He was united in marriage in September, 1885, to Margaret Lyddia Ebbert, who passed away in 1918.  Ten children were born, eight of whom survive, John, Ray, Clarence, Jake and Della of Astoria, Mrs. Samuel Wickert of Polo, Ill., Mrs. Keith Long of Bader and Orpha of Lincoln, Ill., Pearl having died in infancy and Mrs. Joe Geiman in 1918.
  He is survived by thirteen grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters, Edward, Mrs. Amanda Fitz, Mrs. Lydia Geiman and Mrs. Rosella Sullivan of Astoria.  Charles, Mrs. Sarah Stremmel and Mrs. Mary Rowland are deceased brother and sisters.  In addition he is survived by a host of other relatives and friends who mourn his departure.
  For the past number of years Mr. Schisler has been a sufferer from shaking palsy and the suffering which he was called upon to bear was intense.  He was a member of the Church of the Brethren.
  Funeral services were held at the Church of the Brethren in this city at 2:00 o'clock Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. E. O. Norris.  Burial was in the South Fulton cemetery.
  Note: Stone Inscription: Samuel Schisler 1861-1931 Lydia Ebbert his wife 1866-1918
Obituary of Wilbert "Short" Dewane Schisler
Eagle Publications, May 6, 1999
Wilbert "Short" Schisler
  Wilbert "Short" Schisler, age 72, of Roseville, Illinois, passed away at 8:45 p.m. Sunday, April 25, 1999 at home.
  He was born September 19, 1926, in Industry, the son of Pearl and Mary Katheryn Emig Schisler. He married Betty Willis on July 3, 1948, in Monmouth.
  Surviving are his wife; one son, Dave Schisler, Raleigh, North Carolina; one daughter, Stacy Scott, Tempe, Arizona; five brothers, Lewis Schisler, Robert Schisler, and Gerald Schisler, all of Monmouth, Donald Schisler, Avon and Charles Schisler, Galesburg; three sisters, Dorothy Griffin, Rock Island, Betty Clark, Phoenix, Arizona and Marilyn Jo Johnson, Monmouth, and one grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter and two brothers.
  He was reared in Industry. He also lived in Smithshire, Swan Creek and Roseville.
  He was an Army veteran of World War II.
  He operated a waste management business. He was a member of Lawson-Babbitt American Legion Post 614, Roseville.
  Grave side services were held at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Roseville Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Maurice Midgley officiating. Corman Memorial Home, Roseville, was in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Roseville Ambulance Service and to American Legion Post 614.
  Note: Schisler, Wilbert "Short"; 72; Roseville IL; Abingdon Argus; Published 1999-5-6; clbates
Obituary of Charles Granville Sears
A sad death
  Charles G. Sears, only son of Granville and Lydia A. Sears, was born at Astoria, June 10, 1911, died at the home of his parents, Friday, May 25, 1917, aged 5 years, 11 months and 9 days.
  He had been afflicted since last November with sugar diabetes.  For a while he seemed to rally and be better but for the last few months he has been rapidly failing, until death relieved him of his suffering.
  Little Charles was the joy of the home and he will be sadly missed, not only by his heart broken father and mother, but by a host of sorrowing relatives and friends.
  The funeral was held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. from The Church of the Brethren conducted by Elder, Charles Walters after which the remains were laid to rest in the South Woodlawn cemetery.
  Dear little Charles, your short life's ended,
But it was so full of joy
Till the hand of sore affliction,
Layed its weight upon your brow.
  Sadly we will miss thee, darling
From our home you loved so well,
But some day we hope to meet you
And in Heaven together dwell.
  Note: Stone Inscription: Sears Granville Sears Jan 28, 1865-Apr 24, 1921 Lydia A Schisler his wife Mar 23, 1870-July 8, 1937 (their son) Charles G Sears 1911-1917
Obituary of Granville Sears
died: April 24, 1921
Granville Sears Called By Death - Funeral Today
  Granville Sears, a highly respected citizen, died at his home on East Main Street, Sunday night at 11 o'clock, after an illness of one year. Death was due to anaemia.  He had been bedfast but four days.
  Mr. Sears' occupation was that of a carpenter.  He was an honest workman and his services were much in demand.
  Granville Sears was born January 28, 1865.  He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Sears, who were among the early settlers in this community. He was united in marriage to Mandelia Lind on Nov. 4th, 1888, whose death occurred Feb. 27, 1891.  He was twice married, his second wife being Lydia Schisler who survived him.  To this union two children were born, one dying in infancy, and Charles, aged 6 years, who died, May 25, 1917. He also is survived by three brothers, Wesley and William of Astoria, and David of Vermont.  Four brothers and four sisters proceeded him to the great beyond.
  Funeral services were held this morning at the Church of the Brethren, conducted by Rev. Chris Walters and assisted by Rev. S. S. Blough and Rev. Ella Newmonger.  Burial at the South Fulton cemetery.
  Note: Stone Inscription: Sears Granville Sears Jan 28, 1865-Apr 24, 1921 Lydia A Schisler his wife Mar 23, 1870-July 8, 1937 (their son) Charles G Sears 1911-1917
Obituary for Will Mackenzie Shelts
Eagle Publications, December 16, 2004
Will Shelts
  Will Shelts, 27, St. Louis, Mo., formerly of Augusta, died Dec. 8, 2004, in his home.
  He was born Oct. 16, 1977, in Rushville, the son of Dennis and Peggy (Phillips) Shelts.
  He is survived by his paternal grandmother, Maxine Shelts, Huntsville; father and step-mother, Dennis and Mary Shelts, Huntsville; one son, William Darin Wyatt Shelts, Quincy; one brother, Jason (Tracy) Shelts, St. Louis, Mo.; Numerous Aunts, Uncles and cousins.
  He was preceded in death by his mother, Paternal grandfather, Russell Shelts, and his maternal grandparents, Wyatt and Lula Phillips.
  He was a motorcycle mechanic at Widmann Motorcycle Sale in St. Louis. He was a 1996 graduate of Southeastern High School, Augusta and a graduate of the American Motorcycle Institute in Daytona, Fla. He enjoyed dirt biking, four wheeling and building models.
  Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 11, 2004, in the Hamilton Funeral Home, Augusta, with the Rev. Dixie Croxton.
  Burial was at Brooklyn Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the family.
Obituary for Christianna "Anna" Gertrude Ashwood Sherman
died: January 17, 1939
Rushville Times, January 18, 1939
  Mrs. Anna Gertrude Sherman, widow of Dana Sherman, whose entire life was spent near Rushville, died Tuesday at Phelps hospital in Macomb.  Funeral services will be Thursday at the Rushville M. E. church; with Rev. B. F. Ray officating.
  Interment will be in the Rushville cemetery.
  Mrs. Sherman, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ashwood, deceased; was born in Adams County May 28, 1862.  In early womanhood she married Dana A. Sherman (1882); he preceded her in death December 29, 1924.
 She is survived by the following: Grace, wife of Paul Sargent, Lulu, wife of J. Edgar Robbins, J. Earl Sherman; Lena, wife of Clay Elliott and Clarence.  She is also survived by three brothers, John, Horace, and Charles.  Also surviving are 10 grandchildren; one of whom is Lloyd Moore of Rushville Twp.  He was the son of Mrs. Sherman's eldest daughter, Estells Sherman Moore, who died April 26, 1907.  Two brothers, Thomas and Edwin and an infant sister, preceded her in death.
Obituary for Elizabeth Gain Simeral
Argus-Searchlight, Astoria, Illinois
Wednesday, November 18, 1931
One Of Astoria's Oldest Residents at End of Life
  Mrs. Elizabeth Simeral, an aged and highly esteemed resident, died at her home in Astoria, Monday, aged 90 years, 11 months, and 19 days. Death was due to pneumonia from which she had been ill only twelve days.
  Mrs. Simeral was born in Rushville, Illinois November 27, 1840. On January 24, 1860 she was united in marriage to Allen Simeral. In 1867 Mr. and Mrs. Simeral moved to Ohio where they resided until 1890 when they returned to Illinois, locating on a farm west of Astoria where they continued to reside until the death of Mr. Simeral in March, 1905. Following her husband's death, Mrs. Simeral moved to Astoria where she has since resided.
  To this union nine children were born, namely: George Simeral, of Ukiah, California; Mrs. N. W. Ashcraft of Ray, Illinois; Allen Simeral, Adair; Mrs. E. P. Davis, Astoria; William Simeral, Turlock, California; Mrs. Clara Sharpe, at home. Deceased Charles, Fred, and Mary.
  Mrs. Simeral was a fine Christian woman. For many years she was a member of the United Brethern church.
  Funeral Services will be held Friday afternoon at 1:00 o'clock at the U.B. church, conducted by Rev. W. R. Seitzinger and assisted by Rev. Fred Thompson. Interment in the Oak Grove Cemetery.
Obituary of Alice Robinson Billingsley Simpson
Rushville Times, March 1985
Mrs. Alice Simpson Dies on March 14
  Mrs. Alice Simpson, 95, of Rushville, died at 6:50 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 14, 1985, at Culbertson Hospital in Rushville.
  She was born Feb. 15, 1890, in Ray, the daughter of Alonzo and Ruey Beghtol Robinson.  She married Seth Billingsley on Jan 23, 1910.  After his death she married Newton W. Simpson in Lewistown on Jan. 13, 1920.  He preceded her in death on Oct. 20, 1962.
  Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Zelda Price of Bath, Mrs. Doris Dean of Yakima, Wash., Mrs. Hazel Becraft of Roseville and Mrs. Ruey Strubinger of Ridge Farm; four sons, Woodrow Billingsley of Seattle, Wash., Wayland Billingsley of Appleton, Wis., Max Simpson of Lewistown and Romeo Simpson of Rushville; 18 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; and four great, great grandchildren.   One daughter, three brothers and two sisters died earlier.
   Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the First United Methodist Church in Rushville with Rev. Paul Sellars officiating.  Burial was in Rushville Cemetery.
Obituary for Charles "Bud" Edmund Skiles
Eagle Publications, July 8, 2004
C. E. "Bud" Skiles
  C. E. "Bud" Skiles, 83, Astoria, died at 7:50 p.m. Thursday, July 1, 2004, at Astoria Gardens, Astoria.
  He was born June 5, 1921, in Browning Township, Schuyler Co., the son of Charles Allen and Mary (Kolp) Skiles.
  He married Leona Baum Oct. 28, 1939, in Palmyra, Mo. She survives.
  He is also survived by one daughter, Diana (Ernie) Welchel, Eureka; one son, Darrell (Carolyn) Skiles, Colchester; nine grandchildren; seven step grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; one brother, Edward (Beulah) Skiles, Industry; and four sisters: Edna Fisk, Astoria; Alice Kiel, Port St. Lucie, Fla.; Aloise Beaird, Sherman; and Edith West, McCall, Idaho.
  He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Edmund Eugene Skiles; one brother, Orrin Skiles; and one sister, Mary "Bob" Haney.
  He was a lifetime farmer in the Astoria area and worked as an auctioneer for 15 years.
  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2004, at Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, with the Rev. Gary Sheets officiating.
  Burial will be at the Astoria Cemetery, Astoria.
  Memorials may be made to the Astoria Gardens, 1008 E. Broadway, Astoria, IL 61501.
Obituary for Pauline Prather Skiles
Eagle Publications, March 17, 2005
Pauline Skiles
  Pauline Skiles, 87, Rushville, died at 3:45 a.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at her home.
  She was born Monday, March 26, 1917 in Oakland Twp., Schuyler Co., the daughter of the late Clarence and Estella (Curtis) Prather. She married Ralford Skiles Feb. 8, 1937 in East Moline. He survives.
  She is also survived by one son, Randy (Leah) Skiles, Macomb; one daughter, Robin (Ralph) Hake, Newton, Iowa; six grandchildren, Brent Skiles, Chad Skiles, Suzette Rice, Cherie Wagner; one great-grandson, Andy Rice; one brother, William (Retha) Prather, Rushville.
  She was preceded in death by one son, Rodney Skiles; and two brothers, Curt Prather and Vern Prather.
  She was of the Methodist faith.
  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 19, 2005 at the Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville with Mr. David Haney officiating. Internment will be in the Rushville City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2005, at the funeral home.
  Memorials may be made to Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice.
  Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent through the Worthington Funeral Home Web site at www.worthingtonfh.com.
Obituary for Martha "Emma" Emma Anderson Sloan Sloan
died: February 11, 1943
Rushville Times, February 1943
Mrs. Emma Aderson Sloan Passed Away Friday Night
  Mrs. Emma Anderson Sloan, a native of the state of Virginia, who had spent the greater part of her lifetime of eighty-eighty years in Schuyler county, died Friday night at the home of Mrs. Frank Jones in Rushville, where she had lately resided.  Her death was due to complications and advanced age.
  Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:00 p.m., at the Littleton Methodist church, with Rev. Lloyd Foster officiating.  Burial was in the Littleton cemetery.
  Mrs. Sloan was born January 2, 1855, and came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anderson {John and Mary Ball}, to Schuyler county, in early childhood.  She was married twice, first to John L. Sloan, deceased. To this union were born two sons, Charles and James Sloan, both of whom reside in Ottumwa, Iowa.
  Her second husband was Uriah Sloan, who preceeded her in death.  One son by this marriage, Fred, resides in Littleton township, and a daughter Lela, died in infancy.
  She was preceded in death by three brothers, John, James, and Newton Anderson, and three sisters, Mrs. Steve Parry, Mrs. James Wright, and Mrs. Sarah Jewell.
Obituary for Uriah Garrard Sloan
Rushville Times, January 5, 1922
  The funeral services for U. G. Sloan were held at the First Baptist church here on Sunday afternoon at 1:30.  A large concourse of relatives and friends gathered to pay the last tribute of respect to Mr. Sloan, who was a well and favorably known resident of Oakland township for nearly three score of years.  He leaves to mourn their loss his wife, Mrs. Emma Sloan, one son, Fred Sloan and two step sons, Charles and James Soan of Ottumwa, Ia.  Rev. Snyder of the Christian church at Rushville had charge of the services; interment in the Littleton cemetery.

Rushville Times, January 1922
  Once more death has come into our midst and claimed one of our well-known citizens.
  Mr. Uriah Sloan, son of James and Elizabeth Sloan, was born in Schuyler County, January 20th, 1858 and departed this life, December 30, 1921; aged 62 years, 11 months and 10 days.
  Just three weeks ago Mr. Sloan was stricken with that dreaded disease known as paralysis, and all was done that loving hands could do, but our hands could not stay the hand of death and God saw fit to take him home.
  Mr. Sloan resided near his birth-place in Schuyler county all his life, with the exception of four years.
  On the 22d of July 1884, he was married to Mrs. Emma Sloan and to this union were born two children - Fred L. and Lelia May, who at the age of three years, while yet a bud was taken from their house and she {he} has gone to join her.
  Besides his wife and son, Fred, who resides near Littleton, he leaves to mourn his los, two step-sons, Charles W. and James F. Sloan, both residing in Ottumwa, Iowa; and two brothers, Jamesm who resides in Rushville and Frank, who resides in Watertown, South Dakota.
  He was the sixth child of a family of nine, namely: Mrs. Jennie Montooth, George W. John Lewis, Thomas J., James K., Samuel F., Nathan and Mrs. Emma Garrison, all have preceeded him to the great beyond, with the exception of James and Frank.
  Altough Mr. Sloan was ot a member of any church, we all know he lived a life preparing to meet his Saviour.  He was a kind, loving husband and father, always thinking of the welfare of his family and was a kind neighbor, always ready to lend a hand in the time of need and he will be sadly missed in the community where he has resided for sixteen year.
  He had set his house in order, and he passed away peacefully to the home which was waiting for him.  He displayed in his life here his christian spirit, and we all know that no one could have done the acts of kindness and benevolence he did unless he had the christian spirit.
  Card of Thanks - We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness shown to us during the sickness and in the death of our husband and father. - Mrs. Emma Sloan, Fred Sloan and family, Charles Sloan and family and James Sloan and family.
Obituary of Cecil E. Spillers
unknown paper, February 4, 1987
Cecil Spillers of Galesburg Dies
  Cecil E. Spillers, 67, of Galesburg died Sunday, Feb. 1 at his home.  He was a former resident of Schuyler County.
  Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday (today) at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel, the Rev. David Campbell officationing.  Burial will be in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens.  Memorials may be made to his church building fund, the Red Cross or a charity of the donor's choice.
  Born June 15, 1919, in Frederick to Virgil and E. Pearl Rittenhous Spillers, he married M. Katherine Fletcher in Davenport, Iowa, Sept. 6, 1940.  She survives.
  Also surviving are his mother of Beardstown; two sons, Brian of St. Louis, and Duane of Kansas City, Mo.; three granddaughters; one brother, Clyde of Marietta, Ga.; and two sisters, Velma Ashcraft of Beardstown and Glena Tomlinson of Bloomington.
  He was a conductor on the Burlington Northern Railroad for 40 years, retiring in 1981.  He was a member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, American Legion Post 285, and a member and past chairman of the United Transportation Union 195.  He was a Navy veteran of World War II and a volunteer driver for the Red Cross in Galesburg.
Obituary for Verna Mae Wilson Stambaugh
Eagle Publications, December 19, 2002
Verna Mae Stambaugh
  Verna Mae Stambaugh, 72, Astoria, died at 4:52 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2002, at Memorial Medical Center, Springfield.
  She was born Dec. 22, 1929, in Vermont, the daughter of Amos and Hazel (Renner) Wilson. She is survived by three nephews and four nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Wilma Kessler and Shirley Bottorf; and a twin brother, Ernie Wilson.
  She worked for K.K. Stevens Publishing Company and the Stevens family for over 40 years, retiring in 2001. She belonged to Rebekah Lodge #53 of Vermont for over 30 years and was a past Noble Grand.
  Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 14, 202, at Astoria Church of the Brethren, with Pastor Gary Schultz and the Rev. Marian Stone officiating. Burial was in Salem Cemetery, Astoria.
  Memorials may be made to the Astoria Rescue Squad, American Cancer Society or Cass-Schuyler Hospice.
  Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, was in charge of arrangements.
  Note: She was married to Marvin Edmon Stambaugh.
Obituary of Joseph Stremmel
died: March 17, 1917
Joseph Stremmel, An Aged Citizen Victim of Pneumonia - Passed Away Saturday Afternoon
  Joseph Stremmel died at his home in this city Saturday at 1 o'clock from pneumonia after a week's illness. He was aged 73 years, 8 months and 12 days.
  His wife is also confined to her bed with the same illness, but it is now believed that she will recover.
  The deceased was born near Jefferson, York County, Penn., and came to Illinois April 8, 1869.  He was united in marriage to Miss Sarah Schisler in 1887. There were no children.
  He has resided in Astoria many years and was a member of the Church of the Brethren. He lead a quiet, unassuming life and allowed nothing to interfere with his devotion to his wife and home.
  Mr. Stremmel was the last surviving member of his immediate family.  Four nieces, Mrs. Michael Lehman, Mrs. A. K. Lerew, Mrs. Wm. Danner, Mrs. Milt Bollinger and six nephews, Andy Stremmel, Eli Stremmel, John, George, Neal and Andrew Mummert of this city, together with many friends, cherish memories of this life and labor.
  The funeral services were held at the Church of the Brethren in Astoria Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Elder Chris Gruber.  Burial in South Fulton cemetery. Following were the pall-bearers: Will Miller, Dave Miller, Charles, John and Sam Kessler and Cyrus Bucher.
Obituary of Sarah Elizabeth Schisler Stremmel
  Sarah Elizabeth Schisler Stremmel, daughter of Henry and Magdalena Schisler was born near Astoria, Ill., Sept 29, 1859. Died Thursday morning, April 12, 1917 at half-past 3 o'clock, of pneumonia, aged 67 years, 6 months and 13 days.
  She was united in marriage to Joseph Stremmel in 1887. No children were born to this union.  Mr. and Mrs. Stremmel resided in Astoria for number of years:
  She was a member of the Church of the Brethren for about twenty-seven years, to which faith she remained faithful until death. Many times, no doubt, she desired to be with people of God.
  When at our homes she loved to view the woodland scenes, the beautiful birds and flowers which seemed to be her joy.
  After her husband's death she desired to be removed to the home of her mother, where she was cared for by a nurse and her sister, Mrs. Fitz. She became better for a while, but a few days ago grew worse and all that loving hands could do was done, but the Death Messenger had called.  Her sufferings were great but she bore them patiently.
  She leaves four sisters, Mrs. Amanda Fitz, Lydia Soars, Mary Rowland, all of Astoria, Rosella Sullivan of Marietta, Ill., and two brothers, Samuel and Edward Schisler of Astoria and many relatives and friends to mourn her departure.
  The funeral services were held at the Church of The Brethren in Astoria, Sunday morning at 10 o'clock, conducted by Elders Walters and Gruber. Burial in the South Fulton cemetery.
  Oh dear sister, can it be
No more thy smiling face we see,
Thine eyes that now are closed in death,
We'll think of thee till our last breath.
  We saw thee suffer, heard thy sighs
With aching heart and tearful eyes,
But now you calmly sleep at last
All pain, all grief; all suffering past.
  God can all our sorrows heal
If we will to him appeal,
He'll lead us until life is past
And unite us in Heaven at last.
Obituary of David Vincent Sullivan
died: June 04, 1945
David Sullivan dies; Funeral to be Friday.
  David V. Sullivan, a well known retired farmer and business man, died Monday at his home in the southern part of town; aged 68 years, 2 months and 5 days.  He had been ill for several months.
  Mr. Sullivan, son of John and Rachel Sears Sullivan, was born March 30, 1871 in Astoria Township and was united in marriage on December 25, 1903 to Miss Rosella Schisler.  To this union were born one son, Roy Sullivan and one daughter, Mrs. Lenore Ames, both of Astoria.
  Mr. Sullivan united with the Church of the Brethren some forty years ago, during an evangelistic service held in the Woodland Church by Elder J. W. Lear.
  Mr. Sullivan was a successful farmer and for seventeen years after his marriage, and after coming to Astoria he engaged in the feed business, operating what was recently known as Sullivan and Son Feed Mill for twenty years, retiring about two years ago.
  He was a kind father and loving husband, always concerned about the welfare of his family, friends and neighbors.  He bore his sufferings with patience and fortitude and greatly appreciated the visits of his many friends and relatives during his illness.
  Mr. Sullivan is survived by his wife, son and daughter, two grandchildren, Norma Jean and Sharon Louise Sullivan, also the following brothers and sister George, Thomas, Lemuel and Mrs. Doris Lind, all of Astoria and Fred Sullivan of Good Hope.  He was preceded in death by one brother, John Sullivan and one sister, Mrs. Flora Lind, both of Astoria.
  Funeral services will be conducted Friday afternoon at 2:30 in the Astoria Church of the Brethren.  Burial will be in the South Fulton Cemetery.
  Note: Stone Inscription: David Sullivan 1877-1945
Obituary of Rose "Rosella" Ellen Schisler Sullivan
died: November 01, 1970
Mrs. Rosella Sullivan dies at age 91 years.
  Mrs. Rosella Sullivan, aged 91 years, a resident of the Astoria area most of her life, died Sunday evening following a lengthy illness.
  She was born near Astoria on August 10, 1879, a daughter of Henry and Magdalena Wise Schisler.
  She was married to David Sullivan on December 25, 1903.  He preceded her in death on June 4, 1945.
  Mrs. Sullivan is survived by one son, Roy, of Pekin; one daughter, Mrs. Lenore Ames of Astoria; two grandchildren; four great-grand children, four sisters and four brothers preceded her in death.
  She was a member of the Astoria Church of the Brethren and the Astoria W. C. T. U.
  Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Astoria Church of the Brethren with Rev. D. Arnold Naff officiating.  Burial will be in the South Fulton cemetery.
  Note: Stone Inscription: Rosella Sullivan 1878-1970
Obituary for Zelma Aten Teel
Eagle Publications, Macomb, Illinois, October 8, 2004
Zelma Teel
  Zelma Teel, 89, Macomb died at 1:30 a.m., Tues. Oct. 5, 2004, at her home.
  She was born June 2, 1915 in Camden, the daughter of Guy and Mabel (Nixon) Aten. She married Willard Teel, Jan. 15, 1933 in Carthage. He preceded her in death Jan. 4, 1999.
  She is survived by three sons, Roger (Esther) Teel, Monmouth, Robert Teel, Holdenville, Okla., David (Tammy) Teel, Macomb; eight daughters, Barbara Houston, Galesburg, Rose (Richard) Padilla, Galesburg, Ann (Buster) Guest, Shamrock, Texas, Sue (Lynn) Carey, Camden, Karen (Charlie) Bateman, Shamrock, Texas, Joyce (Charlie) Gallegos, Perryton, Texas, Janice Pearson, Perryton, Texas, Vickie (Marlin) Wilcox, Perryton, Texas; many grandchildren including Melissa Teel, whom she raised; many great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren; one brother Donald (Kay) Aten, Milan; three sisters, Marie (Robert) Carroll, Beardstown, June Bolin, Milan, Erma Chandler, Milan; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
  In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Willard Teel; six grandchildren, one great-grandchild; four brothers; and three sisters.
  Zelma had lived several years in Monmouth and the rest of her life in the Vermont and Table Grove area. She had taken care of the elderly in her home and had worked at several area nursing homes; she retired in 1973. Zelma had attended the Assembly of God Church, Macomb.
  Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday Oct. 8, 2004 at Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home, Macomb, with the Rev. Chuck Peterson officiating.
  Memorials may be made to McDonough District Hospital Hospice Program. 210 S. Randolph, Macomb, IL 61455, (309) 837-4428
Obituary of Gladys Crable Thompson
Rushville Times, Schuyler County, Illinois, Thursday, Janurary 27, 1977, Page 3, First Section
Rites Held in Havana For Gladys Thompson, 81
  Services for Gladys Thompson, 81, of Havana, who died Monday, Jan. 24 in St. Francis hospital, Peoria, were held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Havana Church of Christ.
  The Rev. Robert Florence officiated and burial in Astoria cemetery.
  She was born in Schuyler county on April 23, 1895, a daughter of Norman and Nellie Shaw Crable. She married Chester O. Thompson Aug. 26, 1915, in Fulton county. He died Jan. 19, 1975.
  Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Andrew (Nellie) Larson of Havana; and five sons, Merritt of Havana, John of Jacksonville, Ben of Orange, Tex., Francis of Edelstein and David of Carrollton.
  Also surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Wayne Wherley of Canton, Mrs. Roy Clayton of Astoria and Mrs. Constance Painter of Bath; 24 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
  One son, one brother and one sister preceded her in death.
  Mrs. Thompson was a member of Havana Church of Christ.
Obituary for Ethel I. Schisler Thurman
Ethel I. Thurman
  Abingdon - Ethel I. Thurman, 92, 705 Washington St., died at 3:40 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 15, 2000) in OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.
  She was born Jan. 14, 1908, in Abingdon, the daughter of Martin and Lucinda Derry Schisler.
  She married Everett Thurman on Aug. 9,1926, in Galesburg. He died in 1966.
  Surviving are two sons, LaVerne Thurman and Donald Thurman, both of Abingdon; one daughter, Lucille Robinson, Shannon; one brother, Charles Schisler, Tigard, Ore.; two sisters, Naomi Thurman, Abingdon, and Ruby Ralston, St. Augustine; 17 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, Paul Thurman and Lawrence Thurman, and by three brothers, two sisters and two grandchildren.
  She was a seamstress at the former Blue Bell Manufacturing Co. plant in Abingdon for 25 years, retiring in 1965.
  She was a member of First United Methodist Church for more than 50 years, and was a member of its Esther Circle.
  Funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel, Abingdon, with Eleanor Landon officiating. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Abingdon Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Community Hospices of America.
  Note: Thurman, Ethel I (Schisler); 92; Abingdon IL; Abingdon Argus; Published 2000-10-19; clbates.  Thurman, Ethel I (Schisler); 92; Abingdon IL; Abingdon Argus; Published 2000-10-26; clbates.  Thurman, Ethel I (Schisler); 92; Abingdon IL; Journal Star; Published 2000-10-17; evallie
Obituary for Cline Hayes Toland
Eagle Publications, January 13, 2005
Cline H. Toland
  Cline H. Toland, 81, Industry, died at 9:56 a.m., Monday, Jan. 10, 2005, in Macomb.
  He was born Aug. 19, 1923, in Bethel Township, McDonough County, the son of Orlando and Phoeba (Hayes) Toland. He married Cecil Pauline Bubb in Macomb. She preceded him in death Oct. 19, 1966. He then married Hazel Price Bainter March 9, 1968, in Industry. She survives.
  He is also survived by two daughters, Becky (K. Joe) Lawyer, Industry and Debbie Harries, Watseka; two sons, Chuck (Debbie) Bainter, Industry, and Steve (Jill) Bainter, Macomb; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, one brother, Clyde (Evelyn) Toland, Industry; and one sister, Nita (Howard) Moon, Macomb.
  In addition to his parents and first wife, he was preceded in death by one grandson.
  He lived in McDonough County all his life and farmed here for 63 years. He was Industry Township Supervisor 32 years. He served on the McDonough County Board.
  He served in the Army in the Asiatic Pacific Theatre from 1945-47. He was a member of the Macomb American Legion Post #6, Macomb Elks Lodge #1009 and the Macomb VFW.
  Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005 at the Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home, Macomb, with Scott Jones officiating. Burial will be in the Industry Cemetery.
  Full military rites will be conducted at the cemetery by the Macomb American Legion and Macomb VFW.
  Memorials may be made to either the Macomb American Legion, Macomb VFW, Pinhook Park or Industry Fire and Rescue Squad.

Eagle Publications, January 18, 2005
Cline H. Toland
  Cline H. Toland, 81, Industry, died at 9:56 a.m., Monday, Jan. 10, 2005, in Macomb.
  He was born Aug. 19, 1923, in Bethel Township, McDonough County, the son of Orlando and Phoeba (Hayes) Toland. He married Cecil Pauline Bubb in Macomb. She preceded him in death Oct. 19, 1966. He then married Hazel Price Bainter March 9, 1968, in Industry. She survives.
  He is also survived by two daughters, Becky (K. Joe) Lawyer, Industry and Debbie Harries, Watseka; two sons, Chuck (Debbie) Bainter, Industry, and Steve (Jill) Bainter, Macomb; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, one brother, Clyde (Evelyn) Toland, Industry; and one sister, Nita (Howard) Moon, Macomb.
  In addition to his parents and first wife, he was preceded in death by one grandson. He lived in McDonough County all his life and farmed here for 63 years. He was Industry Township Supervisor 32 years. He served on the McDonough County Board. He served in the Army in the Asiatic Pacific Theatre from 1945-47. He was a member of the Macomb American Legion Post #6, Macomb Elks Lodge #1009 and the Macomb VFW.
  Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005 at the Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home, Macomb, with Scott Jones officiating.
  Burial will be in the Industry Cemetery.
  Full military rites will be conducted at the cemetery by the Macomb American Legion and Macomb VFW.
  Memorials may be made to either the Macomb American Legion, Macomb VFW, Pinhook Park or Industry Fire and Rescue Squad.
Obituary for James "Jim" Ingram Toland
Eagle Publications, December 11, 2003
James Ingram "Jim" Toland
  James Ingram "Jim" Toland, 57, Plymouth, died at 11:10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, 2003, in McDonough District Hospital, Macomb.
  He was born Dec. 17, 1945, in Macomb, the son of Kenneth "Shorty" and Mary (Bishop) Toland. He married Phyliss Ann Grim on Jan. 10, 1969, in Macomb. She survives.
  He is also survived by one daughter, Mya Hope Clark, Macomb; one grandson, Scott Knowles, Macomb; two half-brothers, Tom Rutledge, Colo. and Billy Aten, Tennessee; two half-sisters, Marie Macombs, Oak Harbor, Wash. and Betty Canavit, Macomb; one aunt, Mrs. Don McCleary, Bushnell.
  He was preceded in death by his parents and a half-sister, Janelle.
  He was a farmer and was employed at Yetter Manufacturing in Colchester. He was a 1963 graduate of Plymouth High School. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was a member of the Macomb VFW and Plymouth American Legion Post #912. He was a Vietnam War Army Veteran. He served in the Army from Jan. 15, 1964 to June 3, 1973. While in Vietnam he received a Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Combat Infantryman Badge and Vietnam service and Campaign Ribbon.
  Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 8, 2003, in the Hamilton Funeral Home in Plymouth, with the Rev. Jerry Taylor officiating. Burial with Military Honors by Macomb VFW Post #1921 was in Round Prairie Cemetery near Plymouth.
  Memorials may be made to the Round Prairie Cemetery Assc.
  Hamilton Funeral Home, Plymouth, was in charge of arrangements.
  NOTE: His stated parents are named incorrectly.  His mother was Mary E. Toland, daughter of Ingram Toland and Sylvia Dugger.  Jim's obit states Kenneth "Shorty" seeming to give his surname as 'Toland'.  Kenneth "Shorty" E. Bishop is the correct name.  See obits of Mary E. Toland Canavit Aten Bishop and Kenneth "Shorty" E. Bishop.
Obituary for Kenneth "Kenny Lee" Lee Toland
Rushville Times, November 17, 2004
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Kenneth Toland
  Kenneth Lee Toland, 63, of Rushville, died Friday, Nov. 12, 2004, at his residence.
  He was born Oct. 15, 1941, in Ray, the son of Kenneth R. and Geraldine Roudebush Toland.  They preceded him in death.
  He married Joyce "Sue Dickman of July 1, 1961, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Meredosia.
  She survives, along with a daughter, Melinda S. Robertson (husband Kevin) of Rushville; two sons, William K. "Bill" Toland and Todd L. Toland (wife Holly) all of Rushville; six grandchildren; a sister, Donna Bollinger of Browning; and a brother, Randall Ray Toland (wife Teresa) of Rushville.
  He was a mamber of St. John's Lutheran Church of Rushville.  He worked at Rushville Motors, Bohn Aluminum, and M & M Vending, retiring in 2001.
  Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 15, 2004, at the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville with Pastor Joe Eckman officiating.  Burial was in the Oakland Cemetery in Meredosia.
  Memorials may be given to the St. John's Lutheran Church of Rushville or the Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice.
  Note: Kenny Lee was born in the bed of his grandparents, Alva and Freeda Montooth Roudebush, Rushville Township, Schuyler County, Illinois.  Alva and Freeda's mailing address was Rural Route, Ray, Illinois.  This was the reason for putting Ray as the place of birth.  Also Kenny and Sue's wedding date is wrong, it was 1962, not 1961.
Obituary for Freida June Settles Bryant Trone
Eagle Publications, October 28, 2003
Freida June Trone
  Freida June Trone, 88, Rushville, died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2003, at the Heritage Manor South Nursing Home, Beardstown.
  Services were held Saturday, Oct. 25, 2003, at the Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville, with the Rev. Lester Burgard officiating. Burial was in the Rushville City Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Rushville Church of the Nazarene.
  Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville, was in charge of arrangements.
  Note: She was born June 01, 1915 Oakland Township, Schuyler County, Illinois, daughter of Earl Robeson Settles and Mary "Alma" Alma Parker.  She married 1st Harold Eugene Bryant, children: Marilyn (Francis)O'Malley, Larry (Lily) Bryant, David (Ruby) Bryant; 2nd Orville Eugene Trone, children: Leslie (Carolyn) Trone, Sharon Trone, Gary Trone, Joyce Trone.

Peoria Journal Star, October 24, 2003, Page: B5
Freida Trone
  Rushville - Freida June Trone, 88, of Rushville died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2003, at Heritage Manor South Nursing Home in Beardstown.
  Born June 1, 1915, in Oakland Township, Schuyler County, to Earl and Alma Parker Settles, she married Harold E. Bryant on Oct. 3, 1933, in Rushville. He preceded her in death.
  She later married Orville Eugene Trone on Aug. 1, 1941, in Palmyra, Mo. He died May 28, 1987.
  She also was preceded in death by three grandchildren and one sister.
  Surviving are four sons, Larry Bryant of Bushnell, Fla., Leslie (and Janie) Trone of Benton and David (and Ruby) Bryant and Gary (and Kathy) Trone, both of Rushville; three daughters, Marilyn (and Francis) O'Malley of Eldridge, Iowa, and Sharon Layne and Joyce (and Mike) Booton, both of Springfield; one brother, Paul Settles of Canton; one sister, Fairy Leezer of Canton; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.
  She was a charter member of Rushville Church of the Nazarene in Rushville.
  Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Worthington Funeral Home. The Rev. Lester Burgard will officiate. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 tonight at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rushville City Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to her church.

State Journal-Register, Springfield, IL, October 24, 2003, Page: 41
Freida J. Trone
  Rushville - Freida June Trone, 88, of Rushville died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2003, at Heritage Manor South Nursing Home in Beardstown.
  She was born June 1, 1915, in Oakland Township, Schuyler County, the daughter of Earl and Alma Parker Settles. She married Harold E. Bryant in 1933 in Rushville; he preceded her in death. She married Orville Eugene Trone in 1941 in Palmyra, Mo.; he died in 1987.
  Mrs. Trone was a charter member of Rushville Church of the Nazarene.
  Survivors: four sons, Larry Bryant of Bushnell, Fla., David (wife, Ruby) Bryant and Gary (wife, Kathy) Trone, both of Rushville, and Leslie (wife, Janice) Trone of Benton; three daughters, Marilyn (husband, Francis) O'Malley of Eldridge, Iowa, Sharon Layne and Joyce (husband, Mike) Booton, both of Springfield; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; a brother, Paul Settles of Canton; and a sister, Fairy Leezer of Canton.
  Services: 1 p.m. Saturday, Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville, the Rev. Lester Burgard officiating. Burial: Rushville City Cemetery.
Obituary for Robert E. Trone
Eagle Publications, February 22, 2001
Robert E. Trone
  Robert E. Trone, 83, of near London Mills, died at 1:50 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2001 at home.
  He was born Aug. 26, 1917, in Christian Neck, the son of Carol and Mabel Hollenbeck Trone.
  He married Lola Derry on Sept. 2, 1936, in Davenport, Iowa.
  Surviving are his wife; two sons, Jack Trone, Pekin, and Mark Trone, Galesburg; two daughters, Marscella Henshilwood, Galesburg, and Clarsice Bauman, Fairview; two sisters, Marjorie Chenoweth, Green Rock, and Betty Crosier, Canton; one brother, Jim Trone, Canton; 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
  He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and three great-grandchildren.
  He was reared in Christian Neck and lived in Ray, Bader and Cuba. He lived 35 years in London Mills and in Rapatee for the past two years.
  He owned and operated London Mills Feed Store and Possum Bob’s in London Mills.
  An Army veteran of World war II, he served in the occupation forces in Germany.
  He was a member of London Mills United Methodist Church and Cuba American Legion Post 533.
  Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Saturday in London Mills United Methodist Church with Rev. Rick Kerr officiating.
  Burial was in East Midway Cemetery, where military rite were conducted by American Legion Post 533. Corman Memorial Home, London Mills, was in charge of the arrangements.
  Memorials may be made to the Galesburg Rescue Mission and Women’s Shelter and to London Mills United Methodist Church.
Obituary for Terrie Lee Trone
Rushville Times, September 16, 1948
Trone Infant Buried Wednesday Afternoon
  Committal services for Terrie Lee Trone, who died a few minutes after birth at Phelps hospital, Macomb, Monday morning were held at the graveside in Ridgeville Cemetery, Browning Township, Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. , Rev. M. P. Ingram of Industry, officated.
  The child was a daughter of Donald O. Trone and Ruth (Hillyer) Trone, of Industry. She is survived by a small brother, Alan.
Obituary of Clara Bradman Utter
Illinoian Star, Beardstown, IL, November 18, 1959
Mrs. Clara Utter, 89, Dies; Rites To Be Thursday
  Mrs. Clara Bradman Utter, 89, widow of Arthur Frank Utter, died Tuesday afternoon in Culbertson Memorial hospital at Rushville.
  The body was brought to the Cline Funeral home in Beardstown.
  The body was removed to the late home in Frederick this afternoon where friends may call.
  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Christian church in Frederick with the Rev. Leroy Cronkhite, pastor of the Rushville church, officiating. Burial will be in Messerer cemetery near Frederick.
  She was born in Bainbridge township in Schuyler county, August 11, 1870, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Bradman, Schuyler county pioneers.
  She was married to Frank Utter, February 27, 1889. He was among several Schuyler deputy sheriffs killed in 1922 when trying to subdue a riot of Greek section hands near Frederick. The section hands had been imported to lay new railroad tracks during the flood.
  Surviving are three sons: Charles, George and Harry and one daughter, Mrs. Edna Harn all of Frederick township.
Obituary for Dusty Jo Ward
Rushville Times, July 6, 1988
Services Held For Dusty Ward
  Services for Dusty Jo Ward, 17, of rural Rushville were held Tuesday at the Roby Funeral Chapel in Rushville.
  The recent graduate of Rushville High School died Friday night at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb following injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
  The Rev. Michael Fitch conducted services.  Burial was in Rushville Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association.
  He was born Oct. 6, 1970 in Rushville, a son to Jerry and Janie K. Agans Ward.
  Surviving are his parents; one brother, Harold Lee; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Kate Ward; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Agans and one great-grandfather, Alva Roudebush. All reside in Rushville.
  He was a member of the Rushville Christian Church and had been farming with his father.  He was a 1988 graduate of Rushville High School.
Obituary for Mary Emeline Hale Warrington
Rushville Times, February 18, 1897
  Mary Emeline Hale was born in Schuyler county, Ill., March 29, 1864, and died Feb. 11, 1897; aged 32 years, 10 months and 12 days.
  She was married to Charles Warrington Nov. 10, 1880.
  To this union were born seven children, two having died in infancy.
  The husband with three daughters and two sons, the youngest being a babe of five weeks, are left to mourn the loss of a kind and affectionate wife and mother.
  Funeral services were held at Union Chapel, conducted by Rev. Hoffer, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Weightman cemetery.
Obituary of Raymond E. White
Eagle Publications, August 2, 2005
Raymond E. White
  Raymond E. White, 65, Vermont, died at 5:45 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2005, at his residence.
  He was born Feb. 19, 1940, in Hopedale, the son of Benjamin and Dona (Abner) White. He married Margaret M. Geiman Nov. 5, 1966, in Carthage. She survives.
  He is also survived by two sons, Raymond "Chuck" (Monica) White, Topeka, and Jeremiah White, Vermont; two grandaughters, Kristiana and Kimberly White; three brothers, Royce, Morton, Earl, Tremont, and Hughy, Pekin; and two sisters, Rose Messman, Manito, and Lottie Patterson, Lincoln.
  He was preceded in death by three sisters and one brother.
  He was a US Army Veteran and was a carpenter having worked for Tazewell Builders and was self employed for 20 years. He was a member of American Legion Post #6, Macomb.
  Cremation rites have been accorded and there is no service.
  Memorials may be made to McDonough District Hospital Hospice Program, Macomb.
  Kost Memorial Home, Vermont, is in charge of the arrangements.

Peoria Journal Star, August 1, 2005, Page: B4
Raymond White
  Vermont - Raymond E. White, 65, of 405 W. Second St. died at 5:45 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2005, at his residence.
  Born Feb. 19, 1940, in Hopedale to Benjamin and Dona Abner White, he married Margaret M. Geiman on Nov. 5, 1966, in Carthage. She survives.
  Also surviving are two sons, Raymond "Chuck" (and Monica) of Topeka and Jeremiah of Vermont; two granddaughters; three brothers, Royce of Morton, Earl of Tremont and Hughy of Pekin; and two sisters, Rose Messman of Manito and Lottie Patterson of Lincoln.
  He was preceded in death by three sisters and one brother.
  A member of American Legion Post 6 in Macomb, he was an Army veteran.
  He was a carpenter, first working for Tazewell Builders and then self-employed for 20 years.
  Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no services. Kost Memorial Home in Vermont is in charge of arrangements.
  Memorials may be made to McDonough District Hospital Hospice Program in Macomb.
Obituary of Robert "Bob" R. White
Eagle Publications, July 21, 2005
Robert R. "Bob" White
  Robert R. "Bob" White, 78, died Thursday, July 14, at 1:35 a.m., in his home. He was born January 28, 1927, in Augusta. He was son of J. Frank and Alice (Magill) White. He married Allene Burmood on August 24, 1947 in Bowen. She survives.
  Also surviving are one son, Paul (Ann) White, Minier, Ill.; one daughter, Janet (Jim) Totsch, Burke, Va.; six grandchildren, Bobby Totsch, Jenni Haner, Andrew Totsch, Angie Barton, Emily Estes, and Steve White; one great-granddaughter, Emma Haner; one brother, Dick (Judy) White, Augusta; one sister, Mary Ellen (Jack) James, Sullivan, Ill. Nieces and nephews also survive.
  He was preceded in death by his parents.
  Mr. White was self-employed as Standard Oil Agent in Augusta area for many years, retiring in 1994. He graduated from Augusta High School in 1945. He was a faithful and active member of United Church of Augusta. He was 50 year member and Past Worshipful Master of the Loren E. Hurst Lodge #286 AF&AM. He served as trustee on Woodlawn Cemetery Board for many years. He was also a former membe of the Augusta Fire Department and a World War II Veteran.
  Funeral services were Sunday, July 17, 2005 at United Church of Augusta. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Augusta.
  Contributions may be made to Blessing Foundation for Hospice or United Church of Augusta.
Obituary of Jeannie Marie Crumley Wilkinson
Rushville Times, August 12,1976
Former Resident
  Mrs. Jeannie Crumley Wilkinson, 20, of Canton, former Rushville resident, died Saturday.
  Services were held Wedneday at 11 a.m. at Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home in Canton.  The Rev. S. J. Curry officiated, and burial was in Greenwood cemetery.
  She was born in Rushville February 3,1956, a daughter of Wayne and Shirley Ebbert Crumley.  She was married to Dana Wilkinson on May 10, 1975, at Canton.  He survives.
  Also surviving are her partents of Canton; and one son, Jason Wayne Crumley at home; and three sisters: Mrs. Sherry McCoy, Miss Karen and Miss Tammy, all of Canton.
  She also leaves her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Crumley of Canton, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Ebbert of rural Astoria, and Mrs Helen Davis of Canton.
  Mrs. Wilkinson was a member of the First Baptist church in Canton.  She was a 1973 graduate of Canton Senior High School and attended Mid-State College in Peoria.

Canton Daily Ledger, Aug. 9, 1976
Leukemia claims life of Cantonite
  Funeral services for Mrs. Jeannie Crumley Wilkinson, 20, of 259 West Tamarack St., will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home.
  The Rev. S. Jay Curry will officiate. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the memorial home.
  Mrs. Wilkinson died at 1:25 p.m. Saturday at Graham Hospital.
  She had been ill since last summer, when she was hospitalized for five weeks in Peoria after doctors discovered that she was suffering from leukemia.
  Upon her arrival home, she was greeted last August with a "welcome home" party of friends and relatives.
  Last fall, doctors told her that the disease was in remission, which meant that the cancer cells were no longer growing.
  Mrs. Wilkinson was born Feb. 3, 1956, in Rushville, a daughter of Wayne and Shirley Ebbert Crumley. She married Dana Wilkinson May 10, 1975, in Canton. He survives.
  Also surviving are her parents of Canton; a son, Jason Wayne, at home; three sisters, Mrs. Sherry McCoy, Miss Karen and Miss Tammy, all of Canton; and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Crumley of Canton, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Ebbert of rural Astoria, and Mrs. Helen Davis of Canton.
  Mrs. Wilkinson was a member of the Canton First Baptist Church. She was a 1973 graduate of Canton Senior High School. She attended Mid-State College in Peoria and had been employed in data processing.
  Memorials may be made in her name at the church.
Obituary of Susan Hill Carter Williamson
The Rushville Times, January 11, 1912
Mrs. Susan Williamson
  Susan Hill was born in Rushville, Aug. 12, 1819 and died Dec. 9th, 1912, at 5 a.m. the home of Mrs. Mary Teeples.
  She was converted in early childhood and united with the Christian church and lives a devoted Christian until death. In the year 1833 she was married to Pear Carter. To this union were born two girls, one of whom is still living in San Antonia, Texas.
  Her husband died and she was married to David Williamson in 1839. To this union were born seven children, five boys and two girls, three of whom are living - David and Marion Williamson and Mrs. Frank Bell of Rushville.
  Mr. Williamson died forty-six years ago, and after his death she lived among the children, until five years ago, when she became afflicated and went to live with Mrs. Mary Teeples, who cared for her until death.
  Her death was caused by a paralytic stroke, the third one attacking her at 11 o'clock the night before her death.
  She endured all her pains and troubles without a murmur or word of complaint. Her last words were, "I want to go home to heaven.
  Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. by Rev. A. M. Stickney, Rev. Dr. Ennis assisting at the home of Mrs. Mary Teeples; interment in the city cemetery.
Obituary for Edna Josephine VanOrder Wright
Peoria Journal Star, January 17, 2005
Edna Wright
  Edna Josephine Wright 84, of Beardstown, formerly of Farmington, Illinois died January 15, 2005 at Culbertson Memorial Hospital, Rushville, Illinois.
  Born June 13, 1920 at Rushville, daughter of Edward William and Catherine Josephine {Conrad} VanOrder.
 She married Harold V. Wright July 9, 1941 at Palmyra, Missouri.  He died September 3, 2001 at Farmington, Illinois.
  Surviving are one sister, Faye Steal of Joilet, and two brothers, Robert and Joan VanOrder of Glennellen, and Ralph of Burlington, Iowa.
  She was a homemaker.
  Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Tues. at Oakridge Cemetery, Farmington, Illinois.
  Visitation will be from 10 to 11 am Tues. at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Beardstown, Illinois.
 Goodwin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
 Note: Harold was born March 20, 1916. He is also buried in Oakridge Cemetery.
Obituary for Jessie L. McGuire Palmer Wright
Eagle Publications, January 7, 1999
Jessie L. Wright
  Jessie L. Wright, age 93, a resident of Seminary Manor in Galesburg, formerly of Abingdon, passed away at 11:48 a.m. Friday, January 1, 1999, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg, Illinois.
  She was born September 15, 1905 in RR St. Augustine, Illinois the daughter of Fred N. and Birdie May Wickline McGuire.
  She married Claire Palmer in Peoria in 1928. He preceded her in death on December 8, 1950. She married Harold Brady Wright on July 20, 1968 in Abingdon. He died in 1975.
  She is survived by cousins.
  She was preceded in death by her parents.
  She was graduated from Abingdon High School and the former Brown's Business College in Galesburg.
  She was a secretary and bookkeeper for the former Globe Manufacturing Company in Abingdon and later for the Abingdon Pottery until retiring in 1971.
  She was a member of Abingdon Congregational Church since 1923 where she had served as church clerk.
  Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at the Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel, Abingdon with Jon Prain officiating.
  Burial was in the Abingdon Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Congregational Church.
Obituary for Ruby J. Taylor Fife Wright
Eagle Publications, April 15, 2003
Ruby J. Wright
  Funeral services for Ruby J. Wright, Mansfield, were held April 2 at 7 p.m. at the Calvert-Belangee-Bruce Funeral Home, Mansfield. The Rev. Jim Tinzmann officiated.
  Ruby Wright died March 30, 2003, at her Mansfield home.
  A daughter of Harry Taylor and Caroline (Lane) Taylor, she was born April 2, 1932, in Mason County, the youngest of eight daughters.
  She was preceded in death by: her husband, Roger Wright: her parents; a son, Gregory Fife; and four sisters.
  Surviving are: a daughter, Carol Steele, Urbana; two sons, Brent Wright, Champaign, and Roger Fife, Canton; and three sisters, Eula Foster, Springfield, Elsie Huey, Pekin, and Hazel Miller, Roseville.



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