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Obituary for Larry E. Lung I
Eagle Publications, July 20, 2000
Larry E. Lung Sr.
  Larry E. Lung Sr., 62, of RR #1 Rushville, Ill. died at 3:10 a.m. Monday, July 10, 2000 in Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, Ill.
  Larry was born December 27, 1937 in Alton to Kenneth and Margaret (Goldbourgh) Lung. He married Glenna Grafton on November 28, 1959 in Alton - she survives.
  Mr. Lung was an Army Veteran. He was a member of the NRA and was an avid hunter and outdoorsman and wildlife lover. Larry was a member of the Augusta Christian Church. He retired in 1993 from Olin-Winchester Co. as a machinist in Alton.
  Survivors include: two sons, Larry Lung Jr. and wife Claudia of Jerseyville, Ill., and Kenneth Lung and wife Kathleen of Rushville; one daughter, Misty Lung of Quincy; six grandchildren, Jessica Lung, Sarah Lung, Larry Lung III, Marcus Ellison, Bubba Ellison, and Jade Lung; three brothers, Tim Lung of Camp Point, Charles Lung of Oklahoma City, Ok., and Mike Lung of Quincy; one sister, Alice Dean of Carthage; three step brothers, and one step sister. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Clifford Lung.
  Funeral Services were held at the Augusta Christian Church with reverend Matt Haberman officiating. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Augusta. Hamilton Funeral Home held visitation. Memorials may be made to the Augusta Christian Church.
Obituary for Reverend R. C. Matthews, Doctor of Divinity
Rushville Times, Rushville, Schuyler County, Illinois, November 24, 1881
Death of Dr. Matthews
  Rev. R. C. Matthews, D. D., of Monmouth, died suddenly of neuralgia of the heart on Tuesday evening of last week, at his residence in that city.  Dr. Matthews will be remembered as the old gentleman who took part in the fiftieth anniversary of the organization of the Presbyterian church in Rushville, one year ago last January.  In alluding to his death the Review says:
  Tuesday he was on our streets, and was feeling better than usual and more cheerful as to his future health.  He has so much improved in his general health and strength, that on Sabbath last he preached twice - morning and evening.  Tuesday afternoon he out in the lot at his residence with his son, John and one or two others, who were shooting at a mark and shot with them.  About four o'clock he complained of pain and a smothering sensation about the heart.  Medical aid was immediately called, but he only lived about an hour after being taken sick.  No death in this community, among our prominent men, has ever caused such universal sorrow as the demise of Dr. Matthews.  He was beloved and revered by all classes, and no pastor ever had a stronger hold upon the affections of his flock than he had.  He was in every particular the true, straight-forward, consistent christian gentleman, and the most richly honored and adorned his profession and the cause of his Master.
  His place in the church will not easily be filled for there are but few like him as a citizen, a neighbor, and a christian, and his loss to his congregation is almost irreparable.  Dr. Matthews was born in Sheperdstown, Virginia, April 2d, 1822.  He came to Monmouth in December, 1851, and took charge of the First Presbyterian church, and continued as its pastor till the day of his death, nothing occurring during all these long years to mar the harmony or shake in the least the confidence that existed between him and his congregation, which continually grew and strengthened under his wise administration.  We believe this was the first congregation he was ever chosen to preside over and minister to, and he faithfully continued to the end.  It was his great desire to see the new and handsome church building erected this summer completed and dedicated, then he expected to quickly lay his armor by to enjoy the rich rewards of a well-spent life.  But it has been otherwise ordered.
Obituary of Verna Tippey McCody
Canton Daily Ledger, January 6, 1983
Verna McCody
  Astoria - Verna McCody, 79, of Astoria, formerly of Minneapolis, Minn., died at 12:35 a.m. today, Jan. 6, 1983, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital, Rushville.
  She was born April 3, 1903, in Kerton Township, the daughter of Ellsworth and Lillie (Beaty) Tippey. She married James McCody in August 1942. He died in April 1952. Three brothers also preceded her in death.
  Surviving are her sister, Mrs. Pearl Fisk of Peoria; and several nieces and nephews.
  Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria. Friends may call Friday afternoon and evening at the memorial home. Burial will be in Astoria Cemetery.
Obituary for Robert E. McDougall
Eagle Publications, October 28, 2004
Robert E. McDougall
  Robert E. McDougall, 95, Rushville, died at 1:15 p.m., Monday, Oct. 25, 2004, at Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home, Rushville.
  He was born June 23, 1909, in Rushville, the son of Edward Walter and Maude (Beatty) McDougall. He married Verna Annabelle Jackson May 15, 1938 in Keokuk, Iowa. She preceded him in death April 4, 1983. He later married Alleyne (Strong) McDougall June 6, 1986 in Hannibal, Mo. She survives.
  He was preceded in death by one brother, Ralph McDougall. He owned and operated McDougall Plumbing, Rushville, for many years before retiring.
  Cremation has been accorded.
  Graveside memorial services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 29, 2004, at the Rushville City Cemetery with the Rev. Ray Greenfield officiating.
  There will be no visitation.
  The Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville, is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Kendall "Kenny" Alan Melvin
Eagle Publications, March 14, 2002
Kendall Alan "Kenny" Melvin
  Kendall Alan "Kenny" Melvin, 56, of Rushville, formerly of Augusta passed away at 10:50 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, 2002 in the home of his sister, Kathy Hillyer near Camden.
  He was born April, 26, 1945 in Macomb the son of Glenn and Elva (Harrison) Melvin. He was first married to Carol Melvin. He later married Lorinda Surratt, which was the mother of his two daughters. He then married Sarah Wells.
  He is survived by his mother, Elva Melvin of Augusta; two daughters, Melinda Kruegel and her husband (Daniel) of Milwaukee, Wis. and Holly Toland and her husband (Todd) of Rushville; four grandchildren, Rachel and Brandon Kruegel, Derrick and Thomas Toland; one brother, Steve Melvin and his wife (Karen) of Macomb; two sisters, Kathy Hillyer and her husband (Alvin) of Camden and Suzann Witt and her husband (Danny) of Bowen; Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
  He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Ronald Melvin.
  He had owned and operated K&L Gas Service in Augusta. He was later employed by Lens Auto Body in Rushville, and had most recently worked at Excel Corp. in Beardstown. He was a 1963 graduate of Augusta High School and was of the Methodist faith. He was an avid NASCAR racing fan and was instrumental in the formation of the demolition derby at the Hancock County Fair.
  Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2002 in the Hamilton Funeral Home in Augusta, with the Rev. Mike Cooper as the officiate. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Augusta.
  Memorials may be made to the Cass-Schuyler Hospice.
Obituary for June Burton Moon
Eagle Publications, March 7, 2002
June Moon
  June Moon, 86, Colchester, died at 3:58 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2002, at McDonough District Hospital.
  She was born Oct. 25, 1915, in Littleton, the daughter of Chester and Ella Bryan Burton. She married Everett E. Moon Jan. 16, 1936, in Springfield. He survives.
  She is also survived by two sons, Dan (Helen) Moon, Chardon, Ohio, and Jerry (Carol) Moon, Colchester; one daughter, Kathryn (Leonard) Jarrett, Colchester; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Marjorie Elder, Texas.
  She was preceded in death by her parents.
  She was a member of the Blandinsville Eastern Star and Colchester United Methodist Church.
  Cremation rites were accorded. Graveside services were conducted Saturday, March 2, 2002, at Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Colchester, with the Rev. Sondra Newman officiating.
  Memorials may be made to Colchester United Methodist Church.
  Jones Mortuary, Colchester, was in charge of arrangements.
Death Notice for Anthony "Tony" Moshak
Eagle Publications, January 18, 2005
Anthony "Tony" Moshak
  Anthony "Tony" Moshak, 77, Beardstown, died Dec. 29, 2004, at Memorial Medical Center, Springfield. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, at Christian Neck Cemetery, Rushville, with Kent Higgins officiating. Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville, is in charge of arrangements.

Rushville Times, January 5, 2005
"Tony" Moshak
  Anthony "Tony" Moshak, 77, of Beardstown, died Wednesday, December 29, 2004, at the Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
  He was born May 12, 1927, in Mishawaka, Ind., the son of Anton J. and Olga A. Stasula Moshak.  He married Shirley Ann Hopkins, Feb. 4, 1961 in Rushville.  She died Nov. 9, 1991.
  Surviving are, two brothers, William Moshak of Mishawaka, Ind., and John Moshak of Skokie; two sisters, Tillie Winrote of South Bend, Ind., and Ann Grzeskowiak of Mishawaka, Ind.; two half sisters, Rosa Mitchell of Mishawaka, Ind.; and Mary Hacker of South Bend, Ind.
  Four sisters preceded him in death.
  He served in the U. S. Merchant Marines during World War II.  He worked for the Merchant Typewriter and Adding Machine Co. and later at Bohn Aluminum in Beardstown before retiring.
  Cremation has been accorded.  Graveside services will be held Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, at 11 a.m. at the Christian Neck Cemetery, northeast of Rushville with Kent Higgins officiating.  the Worthington Funeral Home of Rushville is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Herriet Bennett Newberry
Rushville Times, February 18, 1897
  Herriet {Harriet?} Bennett was born in Washington county, Ohio, Oct. 16, 1812 and died Thursday, Feb. 11th, '97 at the home of her son-in-law, Thomas Smedley; aged 85 years and 4 months.
  She was married to Joseph Newberry Feb. 11, 1831.
  To this union ten children were born, four of whom are living.
  She was converted at the early age of 16 years and joined the Methodist Church, remaining a consistent member until her death.  Her suffering was very great for several months, but it was borne with christian fortitude.  She was conscious till the last moment, was ready and waiting to go, as she often expressed a desire to be at rest.
  Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Blaylock at Independence Hall at 10:30 p.m. Feb. 13, to a large concourse of relatives and friends.  The remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Gillet {Gillette?} cemetery beside her husband, who preceded her to the better land more than twenty years ago.
Obituary for Ruth A. Ulm Painter
Eagle Publications, December 6, 2001
Ruth Painter
  Ruth A. Painter, 83, of Rushville, formerly of London Mills, died at 2:18 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2001, at Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home.
  Born Oct. 7, 1918, near London Mills to Fred T. and Ada Lewis Ulm, she married Dwight H. Painter on Dec. 24, 1938, in London Mills. He died Aug. 31, 1973.
  She also was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.
  Surviving are one daughter, Deanna (David) Peterman of Astoria; one grandson, Jeffrey (Dena) Wilcoxen of Abingdon; five step grandchildren, including Penny (Rodney) Bollinger of Marquette Heights; 12 step great-grandchildren; 10 step great-great-grandchildren; 14 nieces and nephews.
  She worked at Gale Products in Galesburg and C&R Market in London Mills before retiring in 1980. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2001 at West Midway Cemetery near London Mills with the Rev. John Simpson officiating.
  Arrangements were in charge of Worthington Funeral Home.
  Memorials may be made to London Mills United Methodist Church or Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice, 331 S. Main Street, Virginia, IL 62691.
Obituary of Loren "Buz" Ned Ashwood
Peoria Journal Star, February 22, 1997, Page: D9
Loren Ashwood
  Hanna City - Loren N. "Buz" Ashwood, 81, formerly of Hanna City, died at 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, 1997, at Farmington Country Manor in Farmington.
  Born Feb. 9, 1916, in Ray to Ned and Daisy Robinson Ashwood, he married Minnie Iseli on Sept. 19, 1936, in Winchester. She died Aug. 24, 1991, in Canton. He also was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister.
  Surviving are one son, Larry of Brownsville, Texas; one daughter, Donna Bitner of Trivoli; six grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; nine stepgreat-grandchildren; one brother, Ivan of Orofino, Idaho; and two sisters, Geneva Kaler and Lorine Koelling, all of Canton.
  A lifelong Fulton County farmer, he retired in 1988. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. The Rev. David Lindemer will officiate. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday and one hour before services, both at the funeral home. Burial will be in Brunswick Cemetery in Trivoli Township, in rural Trivoli.
  Memorials may be made to the Logan-Trivoli Fire Department or Farmington Country Manor.
Obituary of Mary Louise Barnhart Ashwood
Peoria Journal Star, February 20, 2002, Page: B04
Mary Ashwood
  St. David - Mary L. Ashwood, 89, of 606 Lincoln died at 5:06 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2002, at Graham Hospital Extended Care in Canton.
  Born Nov. 6, 1912, in Canton to Harry and Alta Sprecher Barnhart, she married Henry A. Ashwood on Jan. 2, 1931, in Peoria. He died March 28, 1949.
  She also was preceded in death by one son, Harry L. Ashwood, one brother and three sisters.
  Surviving are a caregiver, her daughter-in-law, Alberta Ashwood of Canton; eight grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and six great great-grandchildren.
  She worked for Canton Manufacturing for 28 years.
  She was a member of the Chautauqua-Goofy Ridge Gun Club.
  Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home in Canton. Steve Nebergall will officiate. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the memorial home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
Obituary of Minnie Lucille Iseli Ashwood
Peoria Journal Star, August 25, 1991, Page: D5
Minnie Ashwood
  Hanna City -  Minnie L. Ashwood, 76, of 226 S. Pekin Lane died at 10:32 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 1991, at Graham Hospital in Canton.
  Born Aug. 28, 1914, in Canton to John and Mary Slacker Iseli, she married Loren "Buzz" Ashwood on Sept. 19, 1936, in Winchester. He survives.
  Also surviving are one daughter, Donna J. Bitner of Hanna City; one son, Larry of Brownsville, Texas; two sisters, Emma Hedges of Canton and Mildred Johnson of Peoria; two brothers, Fritz Iseli of rural Canton and Raymond Iseli of Lebanon, Pa.; seven grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters.
  Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Oaks Memorial Chapel in Canton, the Rev. Ralph Hill officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the memorial chapel. Burial will be in Brunswick Cemetery in rural Canton.
  Memorials may be made to the Logan-Trivoli Rescue Squad.
Obituary for Dwight P. Atwater
Eagle Publications, January 21, 2003
Dwight P. Atwater
  Dwight P. Atwater, 91, Astoria, formerly of Ipava, died at 6:50 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2003, at Astoria Gardens.
  He was born May 25, 1911, in Ipava, the son of Burleigh and Della (Gilson) Atwater.
  He married Edith Leska Brockley Dec. 24, 1932, in Ipava. She died Jan. 28, 2002.
  He is survived by one son, Charles (Sandra) Atwater, Galesburg; one daughter, Nancy Kleiner, Macomb; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
  In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters.
  He was a section foreman and tower man for C.B.&Q. Railroad and Burlington Northern Railroad for 40 years. He was a member of the Ipava Presbyterian Church.
  Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, 2003, at Shawgo Memorial Home, Ipava, with Cliff Parry officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ipava Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Galesburg Railroad Museum, c/o Charles Atwater, 1240 N. Academy, Galesburg, IL 61401 or c/o Nancy Kleiner, 221 S. White, Macomb, IL 61455
Obituary of Anthony Chris Bader
State Journal-Register, Springfield, IL, October 19, 1994, Page: 10
Anthony C. Bader
  Anthony Chris Bader, 33, of Springfield died Sept. 23 at St. John's Hospital.
  He was born Jan. 1, 1961, in Canton, the son of Billy Burke and Helen B. Heffren Bader.
  Mr. Bader was co-owner and vice president of Bader Elevator and Co. He also worked as a hairstylist in his own business, Anthony B's and was a former model for Nieman Marcus. He was a member of 4-H. Survivors: mother, Helen Bader of Macomb; sister, Maria Lillard of Dallas City; and a niece.
  Remains were cremated. Private family services were held.
  Bisch and Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Peoria Journal Star, October 19, 1994, Page: A3
Anthony Bader
  Peoria - Anthony Chris Bader, 33, of Springfield, formerly of Peoria, died at 12:15 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, 1994, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield.
  He was born Jan. 1, 1961, in Canton to Billy Burke and Helen B. Heffren Bader.
  Surviving are his mother of Macomb; and one sister, Maria Lillard of Dallas City. He was preceded in death by one brother.
  He was the co-owner and vice president of Bader Elevator & Co. He was a hair stylist and owner of Anthony B's and was a former model for Nieman-Marcus. He was a member of the 4-H.
 Cremation has been accorded. Private family services will be held. Bisch & Son Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of arrangements.
  Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Obituary of Bernice "Imogene" Imogene Beghtol Billingsley
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Imogene Billingsley
  Imogene Billingsley, 77 of Rushville passed away at 3:05 a.m. Monday, November 21st, 2005 at the Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home in Rushville.
  She was born on Thursday, August 9th, 1928 in Rushville Twp., Schuyler Co., IL.  She was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Bernice Marie Phillips Beghtol.  She married C. E. "Buss" Billingsley February 15th, 1947 at the 1st. United Methodist Church parsonage in Rushville.  He passed away December 19th, 2003.
  Surviving are four sons, Michael Billingsley & wife Brenda, Terry Billingsley, Jeff Billingsley & wife Gina, Frank Billingsley & wife Kathy all of Rushville; four daughters, Connie Dodd & husband Jim, Lou Ann Norton & husband Dan all of Rushville, Diann Skiles & husband Steve, Gina Cox & husband Ron all of Browning; seventeen grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two brothers, Gailord Beghtol and Eldon Beghtol & wife Margie all of Rushville.
  Imogene was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church of Rushville.  She graduated from Rushville High School in 1946.  Before her marriage she worked at Brown, Lynch & Scott Variety and later worked at the Hill Convalescent Home and Cass-Schuyler Home Health Care Services.
  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 26th, 2005 at the Worthington Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Hall officiating.  Internment will be in the Rushville City Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral Home. 
  Memorials may be given to Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home or the First Southern Baptist Church.  Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to worthing@worthingtonfh.com
Obituary for Marjorie E. Phillips Gallahue Bodenhamer
Eagle Publications, June 27, 2002
Marjorie E. Bodenhamer
  Marjorie E. Bodenhamer, 81, Macomb, died at 12:19 p.m. Sunday, June 23, 2002, at St. John's Hospital, Springfield.
  She was born May 27, 1921, in Bushnell, the daughter of Ralph and Lulu Nall Phillips. She married Duane L. Bodenhamer Nov. 1, 1954, in Rock Island. He preceded her in death Aug. 31, 1995.
  She is survived by one son, Duane "Buddy" Bodenhamer, Macomb; one daughter, Sharon Thrush, Washington; nine grandchildren, Brent Bodenhamer, Tracie Cawthon, Ronnie Gallahue, Susan Bodenhamer, Patrick Bodenhamer, Ryan Gallahue, Randy Thrush, Ricky Thrush and Rod Thrush; three great-grandchildren, T.J. Depoy, Courtney Cawthon and Kelsie Cawthon; and one sister, Charlotte "Babe" Long, Adair.
  In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Ron Gallahue; and two brothers, Barney Phillips and Lavern Phillips.
  She worked at the Macomb YMCA Day Care Center and owned the Farina Restaurant in Farina.
  Graveside services were held Wednesday, June 26, 2002, at the Oakwood Cemetery in Macomb, with the Rev. Ron Green officiating. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.
  Arrangements were made by Sargent-Worthington Funeral Home.
  Note: She 1st married Max Gallahue.
Obituary for Priscilla Dean Dixon Bucher
Eagle Publications, April, 18, 2002
Priscilla Bucher
  Priscilla Bucher, 80, Macomb, died at 7:50 a.m. Monday, April 15, 2002, at The Elms Nursing Home. She was born Oct. 9, 1921, in Sheldon's Grove, the daughter of Earl and Blanche (Osborn) Dixon. She married Bernard Bucher July 19, 1940, in Lewistown. He survives.
  She is also survived by: one daughter, Karen (James) Gray, Macomb; two grandchildren, Todd Gray, Macomb, and Lisa Loffman, Phoenix, Ariz.; three great-grandchildren, Brian and Alex Gray, and Katie Loffman; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Phillip Dixon; and one sister, Delores Jenkins.
  She was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church, Macomb, and served on its administrative board. She was also active in many other church activities. She was one of the original founders of the West Central Illinois Parkinson's Support Group.
  Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at Wesley United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Astoria Cemetery, Astoria. Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
  Memorials may be made to Wesley Village Health Care Center or The Elms Nursing Home.
Death of Noah Warren Busby
Rushville Times, February 4, 1897
  A 11-month old child of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Busby, of Oakland township, died Feb. 1st.
  Note: Son of Joseph Fabian Busby and Rosetta "Rosa" Jennings.
Obituary for Earline I. Ingles Campbell
Eagle Publications, April 25, 2002
Earline I. Campbell
  Earline I. Campbell, 85, Macomb, died at 4 p.m. Monday, March 18, 2002, at the Elms Nursing Home.
  She was born April 20, 1916, in Industry, the daughter of Earl and June (Brand) Ingles. She married Ralph Campbell June 14, 1933. He preceded her in death Sept. 20, 1992.
  She is survived by two sons, Michael (Anita) Campbell, Decatur, and Jon Campbell, Davie, Fla.; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one sister, Maxine Goldburg, Marion, Ind.
  In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brother and one sister.
  She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Macomb.
  A graveside memorial service was held Saturday, April 20, 2002, at Oakwood Cemetery, with the Rev. William Brown officiating. Cremation was accorded.
  Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church or to the charity of the donor's choice. Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Lorena Ryan Hightower Davis
Eagle Publications, April 1, 2003
Lorena R. Davis
  Lorena R. Davis, 98, Rushville, died at 12:30 p.m. Friday, March 12, 2003, at the Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home in Rushville.
  She was born Friday, Sept. 2, 1904, in Brooklyn Twp., Schuyler Co., IL, the daughter of Rolla Sr. and Minnie (Ryan) Hightower. She married Ernest Davis Jan. 22, 1925, in Quincy. He preceded her in death April 19, 2001.
  She is survived by one son, Merle (Audrey Maxine) Davis, Havana; one daughter, Louise (Edward L.) Ward; eight grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; ten great-great-grandchildren; four brothers, Joseph Hightower, Colchester, Bernard Hightower, Macomb, Rolla Hightower Jr., Macomb, Robert Hightower, Kirksville, Mo.
  She was preceded in death by her parents; five sisters; and four brothers.
  She was a member of the Ripley Church of God and taught children's Sunday school at the Poe Baptist Church near Timewell for many years. She also was a member of the Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital Surgical Dressing Committee and the ABC Community Club.
  Services were held Monday, March 24, 2003 at the Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville, with the Rev. Dr. E. Ambrose stump officiating. Burial was in the Mt. Horeb Cemetery near Golden.
  Memorials may be made to Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice or Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home.
Obituary for Richard J. Easley
Eagle Publications, August 15, 2002
Richard J. Easley
  Richard J. Easley, 67, Astoria, died at 6:41 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, 2002, in Culbertson Memorial Hospital, Rushville.
  He was born Oct. 1, 1934, in Beardstown, the son of Frank J. and Hattie M. (Walters) Easley. He married Linda Poppenhager Oct. 3, 1953, in Palmyra, Mo. She survives.
  He is also survived by a daughter, Shelly Saunders, Ocala, Fla.; three sons, Jay (Sally) Easley, Reddick, Fla., Rich (Gayle) Easley, Astoria, and Kyle (Jill) Easley, Astoria; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Jim (Brenda) Easley, Petersburg, and Ed (Pat) Easley, Waterloo.
  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two grandsons, Antonino and Jakob, and one brother, Don.
  He was a coal miner for Amax Coal Company for 35 years, retiring in 1997. He ran quarter horses for 25 years and loved to fish. He was a member of the Vermont Masonic Lodge #116 AF & AM, ANSAR Shrine Temple, Valley of Springfield, UMWA Local #1337 and UMWA Dist. 12, #1791.
  Services were held Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2002, at the Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, with the Rev. Marian Stone officiating. Interment was at Summum Cemetery, Summum.
  Memorials may be made to the Stroke Center at OSF St. Francis Hospital, 530 NE Glen Oak Ave., Peoria, IL 61637.
  Arrangements were made by Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria.
Obituary of Lawrence "Lammy" L. Fulks
Peoria Journal Star, October 3, 1991, Page: C6
Lawrence Fulks
  Littleton - Lawrence "Lammy" Fulks, 94, of Jacksonville, formerly of Littleton, died at 11:35 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, 1991, at Passavant Hospital in Jacksonville.
  Born Feb. 21, 1897, in Littleton Township, Schuyler County, to Charles and Nora Langner Fulks, he married Opal Elliott on Sept. 15, 1920, in Littleton.
  She survives along with one son, Reggie of Jacksonville; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Two brothers preceded him in death.
  A World War I Army veteran, he was a lifelong farmer retiring in 1975. Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville, the Rev. Gene McIntosh officiating. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 tonight at the funeral home. Burial will be in Littleton Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Littleton Baptist Church.
Obituary of Mary F. Green Hobson Fulks
Peoria Journal Star, April 7, 1992, Page: D5
Mary Fulks
  Rushville - Mary F. Fulks, 92, of Rushville died at 1:20 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 1992, at Culbertson Long Term Care in Rushville.
  Born Sept. 23, 1899, in Littleton to Frederick and Maude Bartlow Green, she married William Hobson on June 18, 1928, in Littleton. He died Dec. 12, 1948. She later married Harold "Doc" Fulks on Oct. 16, 1971, in Rushville. He died Sept. 29, 1988.
  Surviving are one son, William G. Hobson of the Domincan Republic; one stepson, Robert Fulks of Rushville; one grandson; one stepgrandson; and one sister, Frederica Winteringham of Aurora.
  She was a member of Littleton United Methodist Church. She taught in elementary schools in Littleton, retiring in 1965. Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Worthington Funeral Home. The Rev. William Hesseldenz will officiate. Calling hours will be after noon today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Littleton Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
Obituary of Opal R. Elliott Fulks
Peoria Journal Star, October 16, 1991, Page: D6
Opal Fulks
  Littleton - Opal R. Fulks, 94, of Jacksonville, formerly of Littleton, died at 9:48 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, 1991, at Jacksonville Convalescent Center.
  Born Sept. 22, 1897, in Littleton Township, Schuyler County, to William and Lucentia Pickard Elliott, she married Lawrence Fulks on Sept. 15, 1920, in Littleton. He died Oct. 2, 1991. Two sisters also preceded her in death.
  Surviving are one son, Reggie of Jacksonville; three grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren.
  She attended Gem City Business College in Quincy and was a member of Littleton Baptist Church.
  Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville, the Rev. Gene McIntosh officiating. Visitation will be from 7 to 8:30 tonight at the funeral home. Burial will be in Littleton Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to her church.
Obituary for Maxine Mummert Hankins Gain
Eagle Publications, December 19, 2002
Maxine (Hankins) Gain
  Maxine Gain, 88, Pampano Beach, Fla., formerly of Astoria, died Friday, Dec. 13, 2002, at her home.
  She was born Feb. 10, 1914, in Astoria, the daughter of Jonas E. and Ella (Shields) Mummert. She married Earl Hankins, who preceded her in death on Sep. 28, 1975, and then married Raymond Gain on Feb. 29,1980, in Pampano Beach, Fla.
  She is survived by her husband and three nephews, Robert Mummert, Astoria, Jon Mummert, Browning, and Jim Mummert, Riverside, Calf.
  Services were held Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2002. Burial was in Astoria Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Astoria Fire and Rescue Squad.
Obituary for Minnie E. Hightower Gallaher
Eagle Publications, Ocotber 17, 2002
Minnie E. Gallaher
  Minnie E. Gallaher, 89, Colchester, died at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, 2002, at McDonough District Hospital, Macomb.
  She was born March 9, 1913, in Huntsville, the daughter of Rolla and Minnie E. (Ryan) Hightower. She married Joseph Dale Gallaher April 2, 1932, in Colchester. He preceded her in death Sept. 10, 1992.
  She is survived by four brothers, Joseph Hightower, Colchester, Bernard Hightower, Macomb, Rolla Hightower Jr., Macomb, and Robert Hightower, Kirksville, Mo.; and one sister, Lorena Davis, Rushville.
  In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Kenneth, Harold and two infants; and four sisters, Lilly Resch, Clarice Vencent, Geraldine Downs and Betty Hightower.
  She and her husband operated the Mindale Store in Schuyler County for many years; she later was a cook at the Colchester Cafe.
  She was a member of the Church of God Abrahamic Faith, Macomb.
  Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct. 12, 2002, at Jones' Mortuary, Colchester, with the Rev. David Cheatwood officiating. Burial was in Hutchinson Cemetery, Tennessee. Memorials may be made to McDonough County Red Cross Transportation.
Obituary for Bessie Mabel Bryan Graves
Eagle Publications, November 14, 2002
Bessie Mabel Graves
  Bessie Mabel Graves, 98, Sciota, died at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, 2002, at Avon Nursing Home.
  She was born Sept. 23, 1904, in Sciota, the daughter of Carey Ahas and Annie (Bycroft) Bryan. She married Roscoe Lemuel Graves Dec. 31, 1925, in Monmouth. He preceded her in death Aug. 20, 1984.
  She is survived by one daughter, Mary Anne Huff, Sciota; two grandchildren, David Huff, Sharpsburg, Ga., and Jane Chapin, Cuba; two great-grandchildren; one step great-grandchild; and one brother, Kenneth Bryan, Greeley, Colo.
  In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and two grandchildren, Ruth Anne Huff and Gary James Huff.
  She was a homemaker and a member of Sciota United Methodist Church.
  Graveside services were held Monday, Nov. 11, 2002, at Glade City Cemetery, Blandinsville, with the Rev. Sondra Newman officiating.
  Memorials may be made to Avon Nursing Home or to the donor's choice.
Obituary for John G. Greene
Eagle Publications, April 1, 2003
John G. Greene
  John G. Greene, 95, Rushville, died at 7:05 p.m. Thursday, March 20, 2003, at the Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home, Rushville.
  He was born Monday, Jan. 20, 1908, in Bainbridge Twp., Schuyler Co., IL, the son of Edgar and Mary (Bonser) Greene. He married Doris Allen Oct. 16, 1937, in Quincy. She preceded him in death Oct. 17, 1978. He later married Lela Wriston Drake Oct. 10, 1979, in Hannibal, Mo. She preceded him in death in 2002.
  He is survived by two grandchildren, John Mark Greene, Hot Springs, Ariz., Jane Lynn Greene, Ft. Collins, Colo.; one daughter-in-law, Ann Greene, Arkadelphia, Ark.; and several nieces and nephews.
  He is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Robert Greene; and one sister, Esther Viola Leezer.
  He was a member of the First Christian Church "Disciples of Christ" of Quincy. He was a machinist at Caterpillar Tractor Company in East Peoria for 33 years, retiring in 1970.
  Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, 2003, at the Greenmount Cemetery, Quincy, with the Rev. Dr. E. Ambrose Stump officiating. There will be no visitation. The Worthington Funeral Home of Rushville is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Mary Maree Bovey Hanning
Eagle Publications, July 11, 2002
Mary B. Hanning
  Mary B. Hanning, 71, of R.R. #1, Huntsville passed away at 7:50 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2002 at the Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home in Rushville.
  She was born on Thursday, June 4, 1931 in Rushville to the late Joseph and Pauline (Greenleaf) Bovey. She married Glen R. Hanning Sept. 27, 1952 at the First Christian Church in Rushville. He survives.
  She is survived by: three daughters, Bonnie (David) Childress, Danville, Peggy (Michael) Dillon, Gaffney, S.C. and Nancy (Richard) Willis, Clinton, Iowa; two sons, Danny (Janet) Hanning, Huntsville and Robert Hanning, Macomb; twelve grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one brother, John Bovey of Iowa City, Iowa.
  She attended Ill. State University in Normal and graduated from Western Ill. University in Macomb. She taught varies grades at Southeastern School Dist. and Schuyler School Dist. in Rushville many years before retiring. She was a member of the First Christian Church "Disciple of Christ" of Rushville, teaching Sunday school for many years. She was a charter member & secretary for many years of the Ill. Association for advancement of Archaeology, a member of Siloam Springs Earth Science Club serving as secretary, president, vice president, and editor, a member of Geodeland Earth Science Club serving as director and secretary, a member of Midwest Federation of Mineralogical and Geological Societies serving as president, vice president, state director and presently serving as secretary, a director of American Mineralogical and Geological Societies, a member of Two Rivers Archeological Societies serving as secretary, a member of Mississippi Valley Archeological Society serving as secretary, gave programs on rocks and minerals for many school classes and civic groups. She also taught square dancing classes for Spoon River College and many 4-H Clubs.
  Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2002 at the First Christian Church in Rushville with Mr. David Haney officiating. Burial was in the Huntsville Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home or the Schuyler Education Foundation.
Obituary of Mary M. Dimmick Heaton
Macomb Daily Journal, February 14, 1922, page 5, col. 4
Heaton
  Mrs. Samuel Heaton, died at her home near Sciota, at 8 o'clock this morning of bronchial pneumonia, after an illness lasting about two weeks.  Her husband is very seriously ill and it is expected that he will pass away at any time.  As a result funeral services have not yet been arranged.
  A more extended obituary will appear later.

Macomb Daily Journal, February 16, 1922, page 5, col. 2
Heaton
  Mary M. Dimmick, daughter of John and Elizabeth Dimmick, was born near Wadsworth, O., April 9, 1839, and died at her home near Sciota at 8 o'clock on Monday evening, Feb. 13, 1922, aged 82 years, 10 months and 5 days.
  About two weeks ago she contracted a cold which developed into bronchial pneumonia.  She was too weak to withstand the ravages of the disease because of her advanced age.
  She resided until the fall of 1864 in Ohio, when she, with her husband and two sons, then small children, came to Illinois and settled on a farm northeast of Sciota where she resided until her death.
  On March 23, 1859, she was united in marriage with Samuel A. Heaton, who followed her in death one day later.  The following children survive: John D. of Sciota, George J. of Ferris, Ill., Mrs. Mertle E. Rush of Axtel, kan., Frank J., ...... ten granchildren and two great-grandchildren.  Also one sister, Mrs. Myra Johnston of Manhattan, Kan., who is the only surviving one of the family.
  A good many years ago she united with the Baptist church in Sciota, to which faith she remained a consistent member until her death.
  She, with her husband, were among the early settlers on McDonough county and endured many hardships of a semi-pioneer life, which added strength to an already strong character.  One whose many services to the community have been invaluable.
  She was a true, noble citizen, with strong affiliations for home and community.  An affectionate wife, a kind and loving mother, who will be greatly missed.
  In her early days she was always ready to help the sick and needy.
  Funeral services will be held at the home Thursday at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. Jones of Macomb.  Interment in the Good Hope cemetery.
Obituary of Samuel A. Heaton
Macomb Daily Journal, February 15, 1922, page 5, col. 6
Heaton
  Samuel A. Heaton died at his home near Sciota at 3 a.m., this morning of pneumonia, 85 years.
  His wife died at 8 a.m. yesterday of the same disease, aged 82 years.
  A double funeral will be held at 2 p.m., tomorrow (Thursday) at the home, conducted by Rev. Jones of Macomb.  Interment in Good ...

Macomb Daily Journal, February 16, 1922, page 5, col. 2
Heaton
  Samuel A. Heaton, son of David and Mary Heaton was born Nov. 12, 1835, in Buck county, Pa., and passed away at his home in Sciota township, Wednesday morning, Feb. 15, 1922, aged 86 years, 3 months, and 3 days.
  He had been in failing health for some time and the shock of the death of his wife which occurred a day previous caused his rapid decline.
  Mr. Heaton moved with his parents to Ohio when about four years of age.  On March 23, 1859, he was united in marriage to Mary Dimmick and in the fall of 1864 with his wife and two older sons moved to Illinois and settled on a farm northeast of Sciota, where he resided until his death.  He is survived by the following children: John D. of Sciota, George J. of Ferris, Ill., Mrs. Mertle E. Rush of Axtel, Kan. Frank J., Mrs. Clara Barker, and Mrs. Hattie E. Warntz, all of Sciota, together with 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.  Also one brother, Joseph F. Heaton of Higginsville, Mo., the only one surviving the family.
  As one of the pioneers of the country he saw and held clearly in mind all the great changes that took place in the country.  He served the township in a political way at numerous times.
  His was the perennial spirit of youth and no one who had talked with him in the last few weeks could deny that the fires of adolescence still burned brightly within.
  Every phase of government, every step in the development of his business at farming was weighted in the balances of his judgement and were unstintingly commended or as unstintingly condemned as they found favor of disfavor.
  No flowery language was used to give voice to his comments but plain Anglo-Saxon which none could misunderstand.  Every worthy community movement received from him financial as well as oral support.
  His adivice was sought by all members of his family in their affairs.
  With the essayist he believed that "your goodness must have some edge else it is none."
  "Take him for all in all, he was a man, I shall not see his like again."
  Funeral services will be hold at the home Thursday at 2 p.m.
  It will be a double funeral of husband and wife, and burial at the same time in Good Hope cemetery.  They plighted theri marriage vows in their Ohio home in 1859.  For over 63 years they shared each others joys and sorrows; hand in hand they walked life's pathway together.
Obituary of James Byron Henderson
died: April 2, 1998
Rushville Times, date unknown
James Henderson
  James Byron Henderson, 86, of Rushville, died Thursday, April 2, 1998, at his residence.
  He was born Aug. 11, 1911, in Bader to the late Robert L. and Minnie M. Malcomson Henderson.  He married Irene Miller Jan 5. 1930, in Mt. Sterling.  She died Aug. 28, 1996.
  Surviving are one son, Robert Henderson of Fullerton, Calif.; two grandchildren, Rita Lyn Gray of Yorba Linda, Calif., and Donald Fred Henderson of Whittier, Calif., two great-grandchildren, Melissa and Matthew Gray; and one sister, Helen Nodulski of Turlock, Calif.
  He was preceded in death by one brother, Harold Henderson and one sister, Mary Arnold.
  He worked at the Bartlow Brothers Packing Company in Rushville in the 1930s.  He moved to California and worked at Helms Bakery in Culver City and was food service manager for the state of California in Norwalk, Calif., retiring in 1977.  He and his wife moved back to Rushville in 1978.  He was a member of the Schuyler Senior Center.
  Funeral services were held Monday at the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville with Rev. Wayne Bonser officiating.  Burial was in the Rushville City Cemetery.
  Memorials may be given to the Schuyler Senior Center.

In Remembrance
Worthington Funeral Home, 331 W. Washington, Rushville, Illinois

The Twenty-Third Psalm inscribed on inside left page

Right page:
In Loving Memory of James B. Henderson
Born Bader, Illinois August 11, 1911
Passed Away at Rushville, Illinois April 2, 1998
Services Held at Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville, Illinois April 6, 1998, 10:30 a.m.
Clergyman:  Rev. Wayne Bonser
Internment:  Rushville City Cemetery
Memorial gifts may be made to:  Schuyler Senior Center
  From Nancy Pexa <NANPEXA@aol.com>  James is her uncle.
Obituary for Lenora Faith Billingsley Hendricks
Eagle Publications, December 19, 2002
Faith Hendricks
  Lenora Faith Hendricks, 86, rural Mount Sterling, died at 9:10 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2002, at her home.
  Born Jan. 26, 1916, in Ray to Fred M. and Sally Hume Billingsley, she married Chester R. Hendricks Oct. 20, 1937, in Schuyler County. He died April 17, 1994.
  She was also preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters.
  Surviving are four daughters, Dorothy Davis, Galesburg, and Rosalie (Kenneth) Kempster, Shirley Morrell and Frances Wolfe, all of London Mills; two sons, Charles (Janice) of Mount Sterling and Allen, Brookfield; one brother, Wayne Billingsley, Galesburg; 18 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
  She assisted her husband on the family farm.
  Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hendricker Funeral Home in Mount Sterling with the Rev. Steve Caps officiating.
  Burial was in Cooperstown Cemetery in Brown County.
  Memorials may be made to Schuyler County Ambulance Service.
Obituary for Leota May Auld Howard
Rushville Times, March 27, 1902
Obituary
  Leota May Howard, nee Auld, wife of Frank G. Howard, of Jasper, Mo., and daughter of Rev. and Mrs. N. A. Auld, both deceased, who was born June 30, 1879, died Tuesday, Feb. 4, 1902, at the home of her uncle, W. H. Weightman, of near Delmar, Mo., after a severe illness of three weeks, of typhoid fever.
  On Wednesday preceding her death, she was united in marriage to Frank G. Howard believing she was convalescent and would be in a few days be able to go to the home of her husband had prepared for her.
  On Monday following her marriage, she suffered a severe relapse, and despite the fact that the best of medical aid had been procured and that she was carefully nursed by loving hands, died Tuesday morning.  Since the death of her father, Dec. 1, 1901, she had visited her aged grandparents in Illinois; little thinking she would be first called to the bright home beyond.  But only a few days after her return she was stricken with the fever that eventually caused her death.
  During her father's ministry at Stone's Chapel, Mrs. Howard made many friends here.  She was converted and joined with the church at the age of ten, and since has led the life of a true and consistent christian.  One who had known her for years, and who had known her well, has said, "You can say nothing too good about her."  What wondrous words of praise!  Of how few of us can it be said.  At the death of her mother in 1895, she tried faithfully to take her mother's place, both in the church and in the home.  She endeavored to fill her mother's place in the hearts of her two orphaned brothers; and right well did she succeed.
  Mrs. Howard was a college student of considerable ability, having attended some of the best colleges, and having graduated twice.  She was an accomplished young lady in every particular; this fact, together with her sweet and unassuming nature and meek and gentle christian spirit, won for her a place in which cannot be filled.  Only a few hours previous to her death, it is said, she prayed earnestly that the All-wise Father might guide and keep her husband and brothers in the straight and narrow way.
  She was laid to rest by the side of her mother in Stone's Chapel cemetery.  Rev. Gordon, of Clinton, conducting the service.  Pall bearers were Messrs. Theo and Charles Pfost, Arthur Johnson, L. Johnson, R. C. Alexander and Cris Henny.  The two brothers of the deceased, Carroll and Charley Auld, from Garrett, Illinois, and J. Thompson, a brother-in-law, and Miss Emma Howard, sister-in-law from Jasper, attended the funeral.

Howard, Leota May Auld - 1879 - 1902
paper, Henry County, Missouri
  Clinton MO, February 15, 1902 - In Memory of Leota May Howard, nee Auld, who died Tuesday, February 5, 1902 {February 4th}at the home of her uncle, W. H. Weightman of Delmar, after a severe illness of three weeks, of typhoid fever. On Wednesday preceding her death, she was united in marriage to Frank G. Howard, believing she was convalescent and would, in a few days, go to the home her husband had prepared for her. On Monday, following her marriage, she had a severe relapse and tho she was carefully nursed, she died Tuesday morning. She was born June 30, 1879, daughter of the Rev. and Mrs. N.A. Auld. She made many friends here during her father's ministry at Stone's Chapel and, at the death of her mother in 1895, she tried faithfully to fill the mother's place in the hearts of her two orphaned brothers, and right well she did succeed. Mrs. Howard was a college student of considerable ability, having attended some of the best colleges and having graduated twice. Only a few hours before her death, it is said, she prayed earnestly that the All-wise Father might guide and keep her husband and brothers in the straight and narrow way. She was laid to rest by her mother in Stone's Chapel cemetery.

Note: Stone's Chapel Cemetery, Walker Township, Henry County, Missouri: Howard, Leota May Auld, b: Jun 30 1879, d: Feb 5 1902 Henry County, Missouri, spouse: Frank G. Howard; Auld, Maria J., b: Mar 30 1859, d: Jun 30 1895.  Leota May Auld's parents were Rev. Nelson Arnett Auld and Mariah "Maria" J. Weightman. They married in Schuyler County, August 20, 1878.   He was the minister of Stone Chapel Church in Walker Township, Henry County, Missouri and the cemetery is at the church.
Obituary for Dorothy L. Pate Kalb
Eagle Publications, February 21, 2002
Dorothy L. Kalb
  Dorothy L. Kalb, 86, of Oneida, died at 10:45 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002, at University of Iowa Hospitals, Iowa City, Iowa.
  She was born May 5, 1915, in Beardstown, the daughter of Fred Walter and Rosa A. Schmidt Pate.
  She married Robert L. Kalb on Sept. 9, 1947, in Macomb. He died Feb. 3, 1966.
  Surviving are one son, Mike (Celia) Kalb, Oneida; one sister, Alberta Cochran, Rushville; two brothers, Gerald Pate, Versailles, and Freddie Pate, Quincy; three grandchildren, one stepgrandchild, four great-grandchildren and one stepgreat-grandchild.
  She was preceded in death by a son, Steven Paul Kalb, three sisters and a brother.
  She worked in the office at Blue Bell Manufacturing in Abingdon and farmed with her husband near Oneida. She also worked at Gross Galesburg and Pioneer Seed Company in Woodhull.
  She was a member of United Methodist Church and its Methodist Women's groups, Oneida Senior Citizens, Oneida Women's Club and was a past board member of Kalb Corporation in Oneida.
  Graveside services were held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Abingdon Cemetery, with the Rev. Carolyn Weber officiating.
  Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home, Oneida was in charge of the arrangements.
  Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Fund in memory of Robert L. Kalb.
Obituary for Alma A. McKinley Keller Kapp
Eagle Publications, December 6, 2001
Alma A. Kapp
  Alma A. Kapp, 74, Astoria, died at 5:21 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2001, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital, Rushville.
  She was born April 12, 1927, in Schuyler County, the daughter of Lemart and Myrtlena Dye McKinley. She married Edward "Bill" L. Keller in Rushville in December 1946. He preceded her in death in 1958. She then married Chester Kapp June 22, 1974, in Astoria. He survives.
  She is also survived by one daughter, Gartha Keller, Astoria; and one sister, Mary (Clarence) Keller, Macomb.
  In addition to her parents and her first husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, George, Floyd and Daniel; and three sisters, Julia, Ellen and Alta.
  She cared for the elderly in their homes.
  Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 1, 2001, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, with the Rev. Lester Burgard officiating. Interment was in Salem Cemetery, Astoria.
  Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.
Obituary for Mayme Maxine Tuthill Klinedinst
Eagle Publications, January 10, 2002
Mayme Maxine Klinedinst
  Mayme Maxine Klinedinst, 96, Vermont, died at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, 2002, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital, Rushville.
  She was born Dec. 7, 1905, the daughter of Harry L. and Eva Ann (Thompson) Tuthill, in Bernadotte. She married Russell Walter Klinedinst on March 31,1924, in Havana. He preceded her in death Feb. 6,1994.
  She is survived by two sons, Luther (Nina) Klinedinst, Bushnell, and William Klinedinst, Vermont; two daughters, Dorothy Jane (Richard) Parry, Macomb, and Virginia (Harry) Thomas, Littleton; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 24 great-great-grandchildren; one great-great-great-grandchild; and one stepgreat-great-grandchild.
  In addition to her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by one sister.
  Funeral services were held Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2002, at Kost Memorial Home, Vermont, with the Rev. Tim Gilliland officiating. Burial was in Ipava Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Vermont Fire Department.

Rushville Times, Wed., Jan. 9, 2002
Mayme Klinedinst
   Mayme Maxine (Tuthill) Klinedinst, 96, of Vermont, died Saturday, Jan. 5, 2002, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  She was born Dec. 7, 1905, in Bernadotte, the daughter of Harry L. and Eva Ann Thompson Tuthill. She married Russell Walter Klinedinst on March 31, 1924, in Havana. He died Feb. 6, 1994. Survivors include two sons, Luther (wife Nina) Klinedinst of Bushnell and William Klinedinst of Vermont; two daughters, Dorothy Jane (husband Richard) Parry of Macomb and Virginia (husband Harry) Thomas of Littleton; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 24 great-­great-grandchildren; one great-great-great-grandchild; and one step great-great-grandchild.
  She was preceded in death by one sister.
  Funeral services were Tuesday at Kost Memorial Home in Vermont with Rev. Tim Gilliland officiating. Burial was in the Ipava Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Vermont Fire Department.
Obituary for Sarah Jane Gillenwater Wells Leverton
Eagle Publications, November 15, 2005
Sarah Jane Leverton
  Sarah Jane Leverton, 58, Huntsville, died at 2:45 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, 2005, in Culbertson Memorial Hospital, Rushville.
  She was born June 26, 1947, in Peoria, the daughter of C. Robert and Mary (Emerick) Gillenwater. She first married Dale Wells. She later married Robert Leverton, April 19, 1996 in Schuyler County. He survives.
  She is also survived by her mother, of Macomb; two sons, Monty Wells, and Mark (Randa) Wells, all of Littleton; one daughter, Kelly Trone, Augusta; two stepsons, Cody, and Tom Leverton; four grandchildren, Dalton Wells, Dallas Trone, and twins Jennifer and Jessica Leverton; and one sister Rebecca (Michael) Harber, Sanford, Fla.
  She was preceded in death by her father.
  She graduated from Rushville High School, and was a data entry operator for Bridgeway, Macomb.
  She enjoyed gardening, ceramics, decorating, deer and turkey hunting, fishing and playing with her grandchildren.
  Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 14, 2005, in the Hamilton Funeral Home, Augusta, with the Rev. Ron Cox officiating.
  Memorials may be made to her family.
Obituary of Ann Boyle Malcomson
Rushville Times, Thursday, March 4, 1915
Mrs. James Malcomson Sr.
  Ann Boyle Malcomson, daughter of Hugh and Nellie Boyle, was born near Londonderry, County Tyrone, Ireland, Sept. 15, 1829, and departed this life at her home near Pleasantview, Ill., Feb. 28, 1915, having attained the age of 85 years, 5 months and 13 days.
  Her last illness was of a few days duration, during which time she was unconscious, she having been stricken with apoplexy at noon Thursday while conversing with her family.  Her physician was called and after restoratives were given she regained consciousness for a while and recognized her children and clasped the hand of each one present, but paralysis had stilled the voice that each one loved and longed to hear once more.  After a few hours she sank into a restful sleep, which lasted until the evening twilight of a beautiful Sabbath day when the spirit peacefully and so quietly entered upon the heavenly existence.
  Her ever day life was an example worth following.  During her long life she had garnered many treasures that represent the eternal things of life, and in her home she was a guiding star, ready always to sacrifice her pleasures for the benefit of others.  She had a pleasant smile and a cheerful word for all.
  At the age of twenty-one she and her only sister came to America, and in 1851 she was united in marriage to James Malcomson, who died Feb. 18, 1906.  From New York they moved to Youngstown, Ohio, where they lived thru the period of the Civil War, the husband serving his country three years in the Union ranks, and the wife and mother taking care of four small children with sincere faith in the fatherhood of God during these trying times.  In 1872 they moved to Pleasantview, Ill., where she spent the remainder of her life.  While living in Ohio she was a member of the United Presbyterian Church, but changed her membership by letter to the M. E. church of Pleasantview on moving to Illinois.
  During her last illness two of her daughters, Mrs. R. H. Hamilton, of Bardolph, Ill., and Mrs. J. A. Ballou, were with her assisting her daughter, Florence, in giving her the tender, loving care that only a child can give a mother.  Another daughter, Mrs. Leander Kennedy, of Fort Scott, Kan., could not be present.  Besides those mentioned there remain to mourn her death three sons, James, John, and William, twenty-two grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends who will greatly miss her.
  Funeral services were held at the M. E. church at Pleasantview at 11 a.m. Tuesday by Rev. Chas S. Jupin.  Internment in Messerer cemetery.
  Funeral services were held at the M. E. church in Pleasantview by Rev. C. A. Jupin on Tuesday.  As a scripture lesson Rev. Jupin read the 90th Psalm and from the 23rd Psalm he drew a lesson of love of God and the thought that He is the Father of all and would not that any should perish.  He paid a beautiful tribute to the life of the deceased.
  The floral tributes were beautiful.  That of the family was a large double spray of lovely flowers.  The pall bearers were her grandchildren, John Hamilton, Chester Ballou, Monroe Lenhart, Thomas, Richard and Paul Malcomson.  The body was laid to rest beside the grave of the husband in Messerer cemetery.
  Relatives present from McDonough county were:  R. H. Hamilton and three daughters, Mrs. Howard Smith, Mrs. Glen Walker, Mrs. Perry Walker and Mrs. Chas. Douglas and son James.
  From Nancy Pexa <NANPEXA@aol.com>  Ann is her great-great-grandmother.
Obituary of James Malcomson II
Rushville Times, Thurrsday, April 18, 1946
James Malcomson Died Sunday At Pleasant View
  James Malcomson, 83, dean of newspaper rural correspondents in Illinois, died Sunday morning at home in Pleasant View.  His death, due to a heart attack, came as he would have it, while he was engaged in the daily performance of his work on the farm.  Rising at his usual hour, he had gone out to do the chores, when he was stricken and never regained consciousness.
  Became his passing came so suddenly, it was a great shock to members of his family and his many friends in every section of Schuyler county.  In his passing, the village of Pleasant View lost one of its most stalwart citizens, and The Times its oldest correspondent.
  Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Glen Sims of Golden were held Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Methodist Church in Pleasant View, with burial in Messerer cemetery.
  James Malcomson, a native of Youngstown, Ohio, had been an honored resident of the Pleasant View Community since his boyhood.  In early manhood he was joined in marriage to Miss Addie Dunlap who preceded him in death last January.
  He was always a progressive farmer, with a wide interest in public affairs.  During the many years he served as correspondent to The Times, he was permitted to express his own views in his column.  He wrote chiefly of neighborhood activities, but with a vigorous style which gained wide attention.
  When he reached his eightieth milestone of life, Mr. Malcomson wrote a letter of resignation to The Times, asking to be relieved of his duties, but the popularity of his column made his retirement impossible, and his final news letter appeared in last week's issue of this newspaper.
  The following tribute to Mr. Malcomson has been furnished The Times:
  James Malcomson, son of James and Ann Boyle Malcomson was born at Youngstown, Ohio, July 22, 1862, and departed this life April 14, 1946; having attained the age of 83 years, 8 months and 23 days.  At the age of ten years, he with his parents moved from his birthplace to the Samuel Lowery farm, situated north of Pleasant View, Illinois, where he began what was recognized by all who knew him as a long, brilliant and exceedingly useful life.
  He was educated in the county public and high schools, and later attended Kennedy's Normal and Business college at Rushville.  He was also a student at the Western Normal college at Bushnell.
  His public career was outstanding, and his entire life was devoted to teaching in the public schools, farming, clerk of the M.W.A., correspondent of the Rushville Times for sixty years.  He was the dean of advisors in politics, and was loyal and true to all his many friends and acquaintances.
  On January 9, 1887, he was united in marriage to Addie Nora Dunlap, who preceded him in death Jan. 19th of this year.  To this union was born ten children, two of whom died in infancy.
  Those surviving are: Thomas H. of Burlington, Iowa; Minnie M. Mitchell of Culver City, Calif.; Richard O. of Madison, Ill.; Elizabeth R. Utter of Frederick; Mary E. Drawve of Rushville; Paul C. of Frederick; Estella I. Brown of Rushville; Howard R. at home.
  Also to mourn his passing are eighteen grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.  One sister, Florence Strong, is the only remaining child from this family of nine.  No sacrifices were ever too great for him to meet, if it meant the happiness of his children.
  At an early age he joined the Pleasant View Methodist church under the pastorate of Seth. H. Coates.  He was ever faithful to his religious convictions as was exemplified by his services as a Sunday school teacher, superintendent and later a trustee of the church of his choice.
  "Uncle Jim" was recognized as an outstanding man of keen sagacity, sound judgment, and indefatiguable diligence.  Each step in his career was a forward one, brining him a broader outlook and wider opportunities.
  The community has never been called upon to mourn the loss of a citizen whose death has been more deeply and widely regretted than that of "Uncle Jim" Malcomson.  He was a very popular man and his popularity lay in the sterling worth as manifest in every relation of life.  His social, genial nature and kindly spirit, were constantly manifest in friendly, generous acts.
  His departure was a divine call for which he felt no fear as he "walked thru the valley and shadow" to his immortal home.
  From Nancy Pexa <NANPEXA@aol.com>  James is her great-grandfather.
Obituary for LaVerne France Belville Malott
Eagle Publications, January 7, 2003
LaVerne Belville Malott
  LaVerne Belville Malott, 90, Lewistown, formerly of Astoria, died at 1:20 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 2003, at Prairieview Care Center, Lewistown.
  She was born March 14, 1912, in Woodland Township, Fulton County, the daughter of Guy Everitt and Daisy (Richardson) France. She married Jiles Otto Belville May 23, 1931, in Rushville. He died July 25, 1970. She then married Don Edwin Malott Sept. 8, 1981, in Lewistown. He died Nov. 17, 1988.
  She is survived by one brother, Everitt (Ginevra) France, Macomb; three stepdaughters, Jeanette Slaight, Lewistown, Addie (Jerry) Shaw, Thornton, Colo., and Ada Cluts, Holiday, Fla.; and several stepgrandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren.
  In addition to her parents and her husbands, she was preceded in death by one stepdaughter, Mary Ruth Jones; one brother, Neville France; and one sister, Laura Fresh.
  She had been a factory worker in Astoria, Havana and Peoria.
  Funeral services were held Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2002, at Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria. Interment was in Astoria Cemetery, Astoria.
  Memorials may be made to Astoria Township Cemetery, P.O. Box 525, Astoria IL 61501
Obituary of Beulah Montgomery Nelson
Canton Daily Ledger, Canton, Fulton Co., Illinois, Monday, February 10, 1930
Death of Mrs. Nelson
  Mrs. Beulah Nelson, wife of former Editor Nelson of the Ipava Tribune, passed away at her home here Thursday, Feb. 6, following some ten years of illness. She had been patiently cared for by her husband during her years of invalidism. She bore her suffering patiently yet the gentle spirit longed to be at rest and meet her Saviour {sic} face to face.
  Besides the faithful husband, Mrs. Gladys Nelson {sic, Mrs. Clanin} of Ipava survives.
  Note: Beulah Montgomery Nelson was born in August 1876 in Rushville, Schuyler Co., IL; she was the daughter of Nathan Stamper Montgomery and Mary Hampton and married C. M. Nelson.
Obituary for Michael S. Newcombe
Eagle Publications, April 1, 2003
Michael S. Newcombe
  Michael S. Newcombe, 48, Chicago, died March 4, 2003, at Loyola University Medical Center.
  He was born in Chicago, Sept. 28, 1954, the son of Forrest Newcombe, now of Macomb, and Carolyn Barkley (Sonny) VanOrder, Vermont. He married MaryLou Maggio in Chicago, Oct. 4, 1980. She survives.
  He is also survived by one son, Jeremiah, Chicago; his sister Michelle (Joseph) Rossmiller; niece and nephews Justin, Thea, and Quentin Rossmiller, Macomb; maternal aunt Ginny (Ted) Doxstader , Macomb; paternal aunts, Mary Kay (Chuck) Gragg, Cheyenne, Wyo. and Judith Stuart, Kansas City, Kan.; and many cousins.
  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Frank and Irene Barkley, originally of Ipava; maternal uncle, Dr. Robert Barkley, Macomb; paternal grandparents, Ernest and Eunice Newcombe, Wichita, Kan.; niece and nephew Margaret Ann and Zachery Rossmiller.
  Interment was in Queen of Heavens Cemetery, Hillside. A memorial service for family and friends in this area is planned for later in the spring. Date and location announcement will appear in this newspaper when scheduled.
  Michael was an animal lover with a special fondness for his mother's dog, Ebony, who was adopted from the animal shelter. He was also a weather spotter with deep concerns for people affected by all weather disasters.
  Memorials can be made to McDonough County Animal Shelter; Macomb Salvation Army Disaster Response Team; Macomb Red Cross Disaster Response Team; or charity of the donor's choice.
Obituary of Calvin Dean Newell
Rushville Times, September 1933
Calvin D. Newell Died Saturday At Tamms
  Calvin D. Newell, who spent the greater part of his life in the vicinity of Rushville, died Saturday morning (Sept. 2, 1933) at the home of his son, Edward Newell at Tamms, IL, in his eighty-third year.
  The remains were brought to the home of his daughter, Mrs. Clarence Illman, in this city on Sunday, and on Monday forenoon at 10 o'clock Rev. H. A. VanHorn, pastor of the Free Methodist Church, conducted funeral services at the Rushville Baptist Church.  Interment was made in the family lot in the Rushville Cemetery.
  Calvin Dean Newell was born in Carol (Carroll) County, Ohio, Sept. 10, 1850, and departed this life Sept. 2, 1933, aged 82 years, 11 months, and 23 days.  He was the eldest of a family of twelve children.  He came to Illinois when a lad and has resided ever since, except three years spent in Nebraska.
  At the age of twenty-two he was united in marriage to Miss Rhoda Adelade Stutsman, who preceded him in death May 9, 1917.  To this union were born five children, three boys and two girls.  Surviving him are two sons, Edward, of Tamms, IL, and Fred, of Mounds, IL; one daughter, Mrs. Carrie Illman of Rushville; 17 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.  Also three brothers, Frank of Topeka, KS, Charles of Rushville, and John of Mounds; besides a host of other relatives and friends.
  In 1874 he was converted and united with the Free Methodist Church and since that time has lived a devout Christian life and leaves the testimony behind that he was ready to meet his Master.
    From: David and Anna Newell
Obituary of Carrie Illman Newell
The Cairo Evening Citizen, December 21, 1962
  Mrs. Carrie Newell, age 71, of Tamms, died Thursday night at the Southeast Missouri Hospital where she had been a patient for two weeks.
  Mrs. Newell was a member of the Elco Pentecostal Church.
  Preceded in death by her husband (William Edward Newell) and one son (Henry Lee Newell), she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Ruth Lessar of Tamms; two sons, Roy of Bradenton, Fla., and Glenn of Tamms: a step-daughter, Mrs. Stella Swain of Tamms; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Bonser and Mrs. Mary Kanous {Knous}, both of Rushville, Ill.; a brother, William Illman of Lewiston, Ill.; 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
  Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Elco Pentecostal Church with Reverend Wayne Bonser officiating.  Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery.
  From: David and Anna Newell: Carrie was born June 17, 1891 in Rushville, IL to George A. Illman and Ina B. O'Neal.
Obituary of William "Edward" Edward Newell
From a Rushville paper, November 1947
Edward Newell, 73, Died at Cape Girardeau, MO.
  Edward Newell, age 73 years and nine months, a former resident of Rushville, died Sunday, Nov. 2, (1947) at a hospital in Cape Girardeau, MO, following an operation.
  Funeral services were held on Tuesday (Nov. 4, 1947) at 2:00 p.m. in the Pentecost Church at Elco.
  He is survived by his wife, the former Carrie Illman, oldest daughter of George Illman of this city and the following four children, Lee, Roy, and Glenn of Elco and Ruth at home.  Also surviving are a sister, Mrs. Clarence Illman of Rushville, who was with him at the time of death; and nine grandchildren.
  Those who attended the funeral services from Rushville were:  George A. Illman, Russell Bonant, Mrs. Roy Boemer, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Bollinger, Chester Illman and Mrs. Truman Estes.
  From: David and Anna Newell: William Edward was born January 2, 1874.  He was also survived by daughter, Mrs. Stella Swain of Eugene, Ore., and a brother, Fred Newell of Bluford, IL.  Burial was in the St. John's Cemetery near Dongola, IL.
Obituary for Olive Sears Nielsen
Eagle Publications, January 21, 2003
Olive Nielsen
  Olive Nielsen, 91, Rushville died at 3:15 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 2003, at the Snyder's Vaughn Haven Nursing Home, Rushville.
  She was born Wednesday, April 26, 1911, in Eldorado Twp, McDonough County, the daughter of the late Leroy Franklin and Myrtle (Wishart) Sears. She married Aubrey Nielsen June 12, 1939, in Winfield, Iowa. He preceded her in death April 9, 1979.
  Surviving is a nephew, Steve Beghtol (Karen) Rushville; two great nieces, Angie Prather (Scott) Rushville and Missy Lawler, San Diego, Calif; one great-great nephew, Jared Prather; one great-great niece, Maggie Prather.
  Two sisters, Evelyn McCarty and Verbel Beghtol; one niece, Karen Lawler, preceded her in death.
  She graduated from Vermont High School in 1929. She was a member of the Vermont United Methodist Church; was past Worthy Matron of the Vermont Chapter, Order of Eastern Star; and was a member of the Vermont American Legion Auxiliary. Olive and her husband owned and operated the Red & White Market in Vermont for 38 years. She was the clerk in the Vermont Post Office 13 years and was an aide in the Astoria School Library 13 years, retiring in Oct. 1994.
  Graveside services were held at 11:00 a.m. Monday Jan. 20, 2003, at the Vermont Cemetery with the Rev. Scott Henley officiating. Burial is to follow. Worthington Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
  Memorials may be given to the Astoria School Library.
Death of Lewis Nooner
Rushville Times, April 3, 1902
Relatives of Lewis Nooner Will Inquire Into Cause of Death
  Harry Nooner returned home last Friday from Colmar, where he went to attend the funeral of his brother, Lewis Nooner, who was killed by the cars {railroad cars}.  Mr. Nooner says the family is not satisfied with the particulars so far known of his death, but will make an investigation of their own.  There is a hint of foul play, as no trace of Mr. Nooner's pocket book or his money has been found, and it is known he had $8 or more when he started homeward the night he met his death.
  Jasper Nooner, a brother who lives at McLeansboro, Ill., remained with Mrs. Nooner to make an investigation of the circumstantial evidence attending the case.
  Harry Nooner gives the Times the following additional facts connected with his brother's death.  He says there are many things that cannot be explained and probably never will be.
  When Lewis Nooner went from Colmar to Colchester he bought a round-trip ticket.  He had business there with a number of persons and they say he was not under the influence of liquor.  He started home at 8 o'clock, and the last person who saw him alive was the conductor of the train, who took up his ticket a short time before the train reached Hill's Grove.  The conductor says he was not under the influence of liquor and appeared in his right mind.
  He was never seen by the conductor or any other person who knew him after that, until his remains were picked up along the track by a freight train at 3 o'clock in the morning.
  It was the "Eli" fast passenger train that struck Mr. Nooner and it passed Hill's Grove at 11:30.  When Mr. Nooner's train stopped at Hill's Grove it is supposed he got off and attempted to walk home.  The engineer of the train that killed him says he never saw a body lay on the track just as Nooner's did.  The body seemed to be all doubled up as tho it had been thrown on the track.  The accident happened on a down grade and the body was literally cut into bits, forty-two different pieces being picked up along the track.  The train didn’t stop until it had reached Plymouth, when news of the accident was telegraphed to Galesburg.
  When the freight crew picked up the remains the body was identified by a receipt from the lodge of Modern Woodmen.  Mr. Nooner carried $3,000 in the Woodmen and $1,500 in the Mutual Protective League.
  Mr. Nooner owned a 175-acre farm near Colmar, and with his life insurance his wife can pay the debt on the farm and have the place clear.
Obituary of Bessie M. Johnson Severns Paul
Galesburg Register Mail
  Prairie City - Bessie M. Paul, 94, 240 S. Center St., died at 10:35 a.m. Tuesday (Jan. 21, 2003) at home. Corman Memorial Home, Avon, is in charge of arrangements.

Bessie Paul
  Prairie City - Bessie M. Paul, 94 of 240 S. Center St. died at 10.35 a.m. Tuesday, Jan 21, 2003, at her home.
  Born Dec. 30, 1908, in Cameron to Fred W. and Myra Ray Johnson, she married Frank Paul on Oct. 19, 1937, in Memphis, MO. He died May 5, 1980.
  She also was preceded in death by one infant daughter, one brother and one sister.
  Surviving are three sons, Richard Severns of Avon, Larry Paul of Bushnell and Gary Paul; one daughter, Marilyn Cox of Macomb; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
  Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Corman Memorial Home in Avon, where friends may call after noon today until time of services.  Burial will be in Prairie City Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Prairie City Fire Department.
Obituary of Helen June Croxton Payne
Rushville Times, Wednesday, September 28, 2005, page 5B, column 3
Helen Payne
  Helen June Payne, 78, of Rushville, died Monday, Sept. 26, 2005, at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
  She was born June 1, 1927, in Schuyler County, the daughter of Murlen and Mary Virginia (Phillips) Croxton.  They preceded her in death.  She married Clarence L. Payne on Sept. 7, 1945, in Rushville.  He preceded her in death on Oct. 26, 1998.
  She also was preceded in death by three sisters, Pauline Toland, Alice Zaborac and Nancy Jane Croxton, and two brothers, Richard Lloyd and Murlen Eugene Croxton.
  Surviving are three sons, Ronald A. Payne (wife Linda) of Winchester, Lyle K. Payne (wife Linda) of Bushnell, and Robert L. Payne (wife Shawna) of Rosenberg, Texas; two daughters, Mary L. Manginello (husband Rick) of Decatur and Linda Fitch (husband John) of Bushnell; 11 grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; five sisters, Doris Maxine Rockwell of Quincy, Dora Grace Miller and Donna Boyd, both of Rushville, and Gloria Keller and Marylan Johnson, both of Macomb; and several nieces and nephews.
  A homemaker, she was a member of the Sugar Grove United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, and Church Women United.
  Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29, 2005, at the Wood Funeral Home in Rushville with Rev. Larry Reinke officiating.  Interment will follow in the Messerer Cemetery near Frederick.  Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Wood Funeral Home in Rushville.
  Memorials are suggested to Gambro Healthcare in Rushville or Sugar Grove United Methodist Church.
  Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family online at woodfh@frontiernet.net.
  From: Greg Croxton <gcroxton@logicsouth.com> This is my cousin.
Obituary for Dora Mae Bridgewater Peacock
Eagle Publications, June 22, 2000
Dora Peacock
  Dora Mae Peacock, age 73, of Care Center of Abingdon, died there at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 10, 2000.
  Born December 2, 1926, in Schuyler County to Raymond and Margaret Bailey Bridgewater, she married Jerald L. Peacock on October 14, 1944, in Benton. He died November 8, 1998.
  One granddaughter also preceded her in death.
  Surviving are two sons, Billy and Tim, both of Abingdon; one daughter, Connie Geerdes of Buffalo, New York; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Dorothy Hauser of LaPrairie and Elouise Patton of Timewell.
  She worked at Protexall Inc. in Galesburg for 17 years, retiring in 1981.
  She was a member of the Resident's Council & Welcoming Committee at the Care Center of Abingdon.
  Services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel in Abingdon with Eleanor Landon officiating.
  Burial was in the Abingdon Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Care Center of Abingdon.
Obituary for Thomas H. Peterman
Eagle Publications, October 18, 2005
Thomas H. Peterman
  Thomas H. Peterman, 68, Rushville, died at 3:40 p.m., Friday, October 14, 2005, at St. John's Hospital, Springfield.
  Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005, at the Wood Funeral Home, Rushville, with Pastor Larry DeSha officiating. Internment will follow in the Rushville City Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Schuy-Light Coffee House or P.L.A.Y.
  Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at woodfh@frontiernet.net.
Obituary of Charles "Kent" Kent Peters
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Rushville Times, January 5, 2005
Kent Peters
  Charles Kent Peters, 58, a Macomb small business owner, died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2005, at the McDonough District Hospital in Macomb.
  He was born Oct. 31, 1946, in McLean County.  Three and one-half months later, he was adopted by Lewis and Iva (Ingles) Peters.
  He graduated from Rushville High School in 1964 ans shortly thereafter enlisted in the U. S. Air Force.  He served honorably for four years, including tours of duty in Thailand and Vietnam.  After discharge in 1968, he enrolled at Western Illinois University, graduating with honors in 1972, with degrees in law enforcement and speech.
  He married Karen Beal on June 6, 1970, at the First Bapist Church in Colchester.  In 1974, they moved to the family farm where he engaged in farming for the next 15 years.  While in Schuyler County, he attended the Bethany Community Church, and later the Littleton Baptist Church where he served as deacon.  In 1989, he moved to Macomb where he established Roosevelt Apartments.  He was a member of the Macomb Landlord's Association and active in many community affairs.  He enjoyed boating at Argyle Lake.
  Surviving are his wife of Macomb, a daughter, Michelle Powers of DeKalb, a grandson; and his parents, Lewis and Iva Peters of Macomb.
  He was preceded in death by twin brothers, Donald and Dean Peters.
  Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, at the Wood Funeral Home in rushville with Pastor Durwin Burtz officiating.  Interment will follow in the Rushville City Cemetery with military rites by the Schuyler American legion Post 4.  Visitation will be from 6 - 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Wood Funeral Home in Rushville.
  Memorials may be given to Habitat for Humanity.  Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family online at woodfh@frontiernet.net
Obituary for Robert Allen Phillips
Eagle Publications, October 8, 2004
Robert Allen Phillips
  Robert Allen Phillips, 63, of 212 Little St., Rushville passed away at 11:52 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5th, 2004, at the Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
  He was born on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 1940 in Rushville Township, the son of the late Emery and Dorothy Hiles Phillips.
  He is survived by five sisters, Shirley (Alan) Baker, Golden Valley, Ari., Norma (Robert) Jones, Severna Park, Md., Sara (Al) Conlin, Astoria, Rose Mary (Byron) Root, Pawnee, Lynn Kokenes, Chicago; one brother, Terry Phillips, Rushville; and numerous nieces and nephews.
  He was a livestock handler for Oscar Meyer & Company, Beardstown before retiring. He attended the Mt. Sterling Church of the Nazarene. Cremation has been accorded. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004 at the Hughes Cemetery west of Rushville with the Rev. Dan Taylor officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Worthington Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association.
Obituary for Morris E. Prunty II
Eagle Publications, January 28, 2003
Morris E. Prunty Sr.
  Morris E. Prunty Sr., 82, LaPrairie, passed away at 9:14 p.m. Saturday, Jan, 25, 2003 in the emergency room in Blessing Hospital in Quincy.
  He was born July 26, 1920 near Huntsville the son of Morris E. and Marie (Moore) Prunty. He married Marilyn Louise Robbins on Dec. 3, 1943 in LaPrairie. She died June 11, 2001.
  He is survived by one son, Roger (Cathy) Prunty, LaPrairie; one daughter, Sara Prunty, Quincy; four grandchildren, Ethan Prunty, Davenport, Iowa, Whitney and Kelly Prunty, LaPrairie and Brock Prunty, Quincy; one brother, Jerry Prunty, Colchester and one sister, Louise Kamps, Warsaw. He was preceded in death by a son, Morris Prunty Jr., a granddaughter, Amanda Prunty, two brothers, Jim and Wayne Prunty and a sister, Eileen Clampitt.
  He was a retired farmer and retired Postmaster of the LaPrairie Post Office for many years. He was a graduate of LaPrairie High School and a member of Elm Grove United Methodist Church. He was a member of Golden American Legion Post #801 and Adams County Voiture Local #255. He enjoyed fishing in Minnesota and bowling. he was an avid Cardinal baseball fan. He was a WW ll Army veteran.
  Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2003 in the Hamilton Funeral Home in Augusta with the Rev. Jim Allison officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Augusta. Memorials may be made to Elm Grove United Methodist Church or Augusta Senior Citizens Center.
Obituary for James "Bunny" M. Read III
Eagle Publications, April 25, 2002
James M. "Bunny" Read III
  James M. "Bunny" Read III, 88, of the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy formerly of Bowen passed away at 10:50 p.m. Monday, April 15, 2002 in Blessing Hospital.
  He was born July 31, 1913 near Huntsville the son of James M. and Inez (Moore) Read Jr.
  He is survived by: a sister, Virginia Nelson of Augusta.
  He had farmed with his grandfather in his younger years and worked for the Means Bakery in Lewistown, from 1938 to 1973 he was the head tool crib attendant at the Ford Motor Company's Rouge Plant in Dearborn, Mich. He attended Huntsville school and four years at Chaddock Boys School in Quincy when it was a Military School. He was a member of the Bowen Christian Church and a life member of Amvets Post #21 in Dearborn, Mich. He was member of Augusta VFW Post #9029 and a member of Plymouth American Legion #912 and he was a WWll Army Veteran.
  Funeral Services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2002 in the Hamilton Funeral Home in Augusta with the Rev. Tom Mehaffy officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Augusta. Memorials may be made to the Bowen Christian Church or Augusta VFW Post #9029.


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