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LOUELLA P. (SHOEMAKER) SANDERS
, daughter of Joseph S. and Elizabeth Brubaker Shoemaker , was born in Dakota, Ill., May 20, 1897; died at Eureka, Ill., Nov. 11, 1987; aged 90 y. On June 10, 1919, she was married to W. Russell Sanders, who died on July 31, 1957. She was a member of Freeport Mennonite Church, where funeral services were held on Nov. 14, in charge of Robert E. Nolt; interment in Freeport Mennonite Cemetery. Gospel Herald -Volume 81, Number 4 - January 26, 1988, page 69, 70
WILLIAM RUSSELL SANDERS
, son of Francis and Sarah ( Hornsby) Sanders, was born Oct. 2, 1889, at Galena, Ill.; died in a Freeport, Ill., hospital July 31, 1957, after an extended illness; aged 67 y. 9m. 27 d. He had been a member of the Freeport Mennonite Church since 1916. On June 10, 1919, he was married to Louella Shoemaker , and since then they made their home on the J. S. Shoemaker homestead. Surviving are his wife and 2 sisters (Clara-Mrs. Harry Freise, Shiremanstown, Pa.; and Mrs. Addie Carey, Warren, Ill.). Two brothers and 4 sisters preceded him in death. Funeral services held at the Freeport Church on Aug. 3 were in charge of Richard Yordy and A. C. Good, with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Gospel Herald - Volume L, Number 35 - August 27, 1957 -page 759
CAROLINE SCHROEDER
, 77, former resident of Freeport, died Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bertha Winne, at Schenectady, N. Y. Mrs. Schroeder, who left Freeport two years ago, had been living in Schenectady since that time. Born in Pommern, Germany, August 17, 1859, she came to this country forty-one years ago and resided in Freeport for thirty-nine years. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Bertha Winne, Schenectady, N. Y.; Mrs. Charles Thies, Belvidere, Ill.; Mrs. Boyd Duth and Mrs. Henry Peters, both of Freeport. A sister, Mrs. Carl Leverenz, Rockville, Conn.; ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive. Two daughters, Mrs. Anna Lease and Emma Schroeder, and her husband, John Schroeder, preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Immanuel Lutheran church, of which Mrs. Schroeder was a member and a prominent worker in the Ladies' Aid society for more than forty years. Rev. Otto Schumacher, pastor, will officiate at the funeral service, and burial will be in Oakland cemetery.
EDWARD C. SCHROEDER
, 77, of 718 South Chicago avenue, retired Illinois Central engineer who piloted a combination passenger-freight train which made the last run on the Dodgeville line of the Illinois Central railroad on July 24, 1942, passed away about 5:45 o'clock this morning in a Freeport hospital, which he entered a few hours earlier following a heart attack. When Mr. Schroder stepped down from the engineer's seat following that last run on the Dodgeville line it marked his last run on the road, completing 42 years of service with the Illinois Central company. He entered the service as a painter in the local shops, later becoming a fireman and then an engineer. Edward C. Schroeder was born in Freeport, Jan. 9, 1868, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Simon Schroeder, and on Oct. 9, 1919, was united in marriage to Miss Mabel Summers. He is survived by his widow, one daughter, Mrs. Lloyd Bolt, of Freeport; one brother, Henry Schroeder of Reno, Nev. and two sisters, Mrs. Sophia Guemmer, of Sioux Falls, S. D., and Mrs. Samuel Lions, of Freeport. Mr. Schroeder was a member of Oak Avenue Evangelical church and of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Funeral services will be held at 3 o'clock Monday afternoon at the Walker Mortuary. Rev. W. A. Stauffer will officiate and burial will be made in Oakland cemetery. Friends may call at the Walker Mortuary.
FRANK SCHROEDER
, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and not WIlliam Schroeder, died suddenly the first of the week at his home. The mistake arose over the fact that William had been in failing health. Frank was born in Freeport 56 years ago and is survived by his widow and two brothers, Harry, of Indianapolis, and William Schroeder, Of Tulsa.
HENRY SCHROEDER
, 62, a lifelong resident of Freeport, died early today at the home of his siter, Mrs. William Herbig, 834 East Pleasant street. His death resulted from a heart affection. Funeral services will be held at the Walker mortuary, West Main street, at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon. Rev. O. Schumacher, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran church, will conduct the services and interment will be made in City cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home.
Mr. Schroeder, who was known to his friends as "Dick" was born in Freeport March 12, 1879. He received his education at Immanuel Lutheran school and for a number of years was employed as a molder by the Stover Manufacturing & Engine company. He is survived by three sisters, Mrs. William Herbig of Freeport, Mrs. Fred Long of Lombard, Ill., Mrs. J. Herkis, of Milwaukee, Wis. His parents and one brother, John Schroeder, preceded him in death.
HENRY M. SCHROEDER
, 68, a lifelong resident of Freeport, died Friday evening at a Freeport hospital, following an illness of several months. He was born in Freeport, Dec. 12, 1873, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schroeder and received his education in the Freeport schools. Mr. Schroeder was employed as a molder by the Woodmanse Mfg. Co., for many years. For the past several years he had made his home with his sister, Mrs. Anna Rohkar, 728 East Shawnee street. Surviving are twin sons, Harold of Savanna, and Harry of Freeport, and a third son, Carl, of Freeport; the sister, Mrs. Rohkar, and a brother, William E. Schroeder, also of Freeport, One grandchild also survives. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at the Rohkar home, 728 East Shawnee street. Rev. H. I. Newell, pastor of United Brethren church, will officiate and interment will be made in City cemetery.
JOHN SCHROEDER
, 69, passed away at a local hospital early today following several months' illness. He resided with his daughter, Mrs. Ralph Kasten, 824 South Fourteenth avenue. Funeral services will be held at the Walker mortuary, West Main street, at 1 o'clock Thursday afternoon. Rev. O. Schumacher, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran church, of which he was a member, will conduct the services and interment will be made in City cemetery. Friends may call at the mortuary. Mr. Schroeder was born in Germany April 25, 1872, and came to the United States with his parents when a small child. The family settled in Freeport and he had resided here ever since. For many years he had been employed as a moulder by the Stover Manufacturing & Engine Company. He was united in marriage to Aminda Rampenthal Sept. 25, 1893. The wife passed away in 1936. Three children survive, Mrs. S. G. Boynton, Freeport; Mrs. Elme Schopf, West Allis, Wis.; Mrs. Ralph Kasten, Freeport. One brother and three sisters survive, Henry Schroeder, Freeport; Mrs. Fred Long, Lombard, Ill. Mrs. William Herbig, Freeport; Mrs. J. Heerkes, Milwaukee, Wis. There are also ten grandchildren.
CLARENCE M. SCHROEDERMEIER
, 56 years old, who operated a farm four miles east of Freeport, in Lancaster township, passed away at his home Sunday morning. He had been ailing since autumn of 1942. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon, at 1:30 in the Walker mortuary and at 2 o'clock in Zion Reformed church, of which he was a member Rev. Carl M. Grahl will officiate and interment will be in Oakland cemetery. Mr. Schroedermeier was born May 8, 1887, in Rock Grove township, the son of Herman and Ellen Schroedermeier. He came to Freeport with his parents when a young man. On June 22, 1907, he was united in marriage to Ella Klentz and they resided in Freeport until her death in December, 1938. On August 16, 1939 he was united in marriage to Mrs. Edith Weber of Davis, and they had since then lived on the farm in Lancaster. Mr. Schroedermeier is survived by his wife; a stepson, Dale Weber; a brother, Edgar Schroedermeier; an aunt, Mrs. Mary Eggert, of Freeport, and many other relatives. He was a member of Zion Reformed church.
EPHRAIM SHELLENBERGER
, was born in Juniata Co., Pa., June 21 1837; died Feb. 1, 1919; aged 81 y. 7 m. 10 d. He came west with his parents in the year 1857. He was married at Covington, Ohio, March 22, 1862, to Rebecca Zimmerman. To this union were born 1 son and 7 daughters. Two daughters (Ida and Rhoda) preceded him to the spirit world. His wife and the following children survive: Mrs. D. M. Brubaker, Mrs. R. S. Brubaker, Mrs. L. Klontz, Mrs. M. Biseline, and Mrs. W. Havenor, and Lewis Shellenberger). 27 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren also survive. Father Shellenberger was one of a family of eight children, only two of which survive him, Joseph Shellenberger and Mrs. Hannah Yount.
The deceased was ordained to the ministry in the year 1880, in the capacity of which he labored faithfully over 38 years, during which time he not only served his home congregation, but various congregations in the state of Kansas. He also did much visiting among the various congregations in a number of states. He was of a cheerful disposition, and his greatest joy was to meet with the believers in religious services, enjoying the fellowship of the saints, and breaking to them the Bread of Life. His sunny disposition and words of exhortation and encouragement will continue to be cherished in the memories of those who have lived in close touch with him in Christian fellowship.
Funeral services were held at the Mennonite Church near Freeport, Ill., on Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 5, conducted by S. E. Graybill and A. C. Good. Text, Lk. 2:29: "Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to the word."
BENJAMIN ZIEGLER SHOEMAKER
, was born in Montgomery County, Pa., to George & Anna Shoemaker, March 2, 1825, and died at his home, near Freeport, Ill., June 1, 1905, aged 80y., 2m., 20d. He was united in marriage to Veronica Shellenberger in Juniata Co., Pa., Jan. 27, 1853. To this union were born five children, as follows: Joseph S., Geo. E. and Charles C. Shoemaker; Martha Rozella, wife of J. V. Fortner; and Emma, wife of A. J. Meck, all of Freeport and vicinity. He united with the Mennonite church in 1855, and remained a faithful member until death. His quiet and unassuming life and staunch adherence to the principles of the Gospel won him a warm place in the hearts of all who knew him. God, in His infinite wisdom, saw fit to remove from among us one whose influence did much to mold the character of his family and his congregation. Though dead, his influence still lives; and fondly we do look forward to the time when we may meet him on the other shore. For years he has been afflicted with shaking palsy, and gradually grew feebler with age, being unable to rise from his bed during the last six or eight months. He bore all his afflictions patiently expressed a desire to depart, and with a firm hope in the Rock of his salvation, he peacefully fell asleep. He leaves a widow, three sons, two daughters, 21 grandchildren and one great-grandchild, and many friends to mourn his departure. May God comfort them in their bereavement. Funeral services were conducted at the house by Simon Graybill and at the church by John Nice and Daniel Kauffman. Text, Rev. 14:13.
The Gospel Witness - Volume 1, Number 11 - June 14, 1905, page 84
ELIZABETH SECHRIST (BRUBAKER) SHOEMAKER
, daughter of Rudolph and Elizabeth Brubaker, was born on the old Brubaker homestead near Freeport, Ill., on Sept. 2, 1856. She passed away at her late home in Dakota, Ill., Sept. 25, 1931; aged 75 y. 23 d. She was united in marriage to Joseph S. Shoemaker on Dec. 6, 1877. They lived together in happy wedded life just a few months less than 54 years. To this union were born three sons and six daughters, all of whom survive her except one daughter, Fannie E. Mumaw, who proceeded her mother in death. Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her passing the following children; Cora B. Buzzard, Goshen, Ind;' Edwin B., Dakota, Ill.; Elta M. Unzicker, Freeport, Ill.; Bertha Sieber, Filer, Ida.; Arthur C., Dakota, Ill.; Charles B., Scottdale, Pa.; Stella R. Kreider, Bluffton, O.; Louella P. Sanders, Dakota, Ill.; also 28 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. A sister and two brothers also survive; Mrs. D. L. Ebersole, D. M. Brubaker and Rudolph Brubaker, all of Freeport. Six brothers preceded her in death; Abram, John, Jacob, Andrew, Benjamin, and Henry. Sister Shoemaker united with the Mennonite church a few months after her marriage. Throughout the years she has been a faithful, devoted member of the Church. Her Christian life was a life of rare beauty and devotion which was known by all who knew her. For the past ten years she has suffered much because of rheumatism. For two years she has been practically an invalid, moving about the house on her wheel chair. Through all her suffering she maintained a spirit of patience and cheerfulness. She was always very appreciative of every kindness shown toward her. And one of her greatest joys was to be doing something for others. These characteristics endeared her to all who knew her. During the past several months she suffered from complications which hastened her death. On Wednesday, Sept. 23, she was busy with her sewing. That evening she took her bed and passed away unexpectedly but peacefully early Friday morning, Sept. 25. She was eagerly awaiting the time of her departure. She was confident that "to die was gain". Our loss is her eternal happiness. Funeral services were held at the Mennonite Church. A. C. Good of Sterling Congregation preached the sermon from the text. "For me to live is Christ", assisted by Aaron Loucks of Scottdale, Pa., and S. E. Graybill of the home congregation. Music was furnished by the Sterling congregation. Burial in cemetery beside the church. October 8, 1931 - Vol. XXIII, No.28 - page 622, 623, 624
FRANCES (SHELLENBERGER) SHOEMAKER
,(widow of Benjamin) was born in Juniata Co., Pa., July 10, 1830; died Oct. 3, 1908; aged 78 y. 2 m. 23 d. She had been confined to her bed at least a year preceding her death. She was desirous to depart and be with Christ. She was the mother of five children, as follows: Joseph S., Geo. E. and Charles C. Shoemaker; Martha Rozella, wife of J. V. Fortner; and Emma, wife of A. J. Meck, all of Freeport and vicinity, all of which survive her, together with 21 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She united with the Mennonite Church in the year 1853, remaining faithful to her baptismal vow until death. The funeral was held Oct. 6 services conducted by John Nice of Morrison, Ill. Gospel Herald - Vol. I, No. 29 -October 17, 1908 - page 463
JOSEPH SHELLENBERGER SHOEMAKER
, eldest son of Benjamin and Veronica (Shellenberger) Shoemaker, was born in Philadelphia, Pa., Feb. 1, 1854; died at his home in Dakota, Ill., Feb. 6, 1936; age 82 y, 5 d. In 1855 the family moved to near Covington, Otis, and in the fall of 1863 they moved to Stephenson Co. Ill. Here he spent the remainder of his life. Dec. 6, 1887, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Brubaker, who preceded him in death Sept. 25, 1931. To this union were born 3 sons and 6 daughters: Mrs. A. L. Buzzard, Goshen, Ind.; Edwin, Arthur, Mrs.Bertha Sieber, and Mrs. Louella Sanders of Dakota, Ill.; Mrs. W. F. Unzicker, Freeport, Ill.; Mrs. A. E. Kreider, Newton, Kans.; Fannie E. Mumaw, Charles B.., Scottdale, Pa. As a young man Bro. Shoemaker was converted, united with the Mennonite Church, and continued faithful until death. He was ordained to the ministry in June, 1892, and on Dec. 17, 1902, he was ordained a bishop. From the beginning of his Christian life he took an active interest in the service of the Lord. As a minister and bishop he served faithfully as an overseer, as an evangelist, as an instructor in Bible conferences, as a leader in the various activities of the Church; at all times a faithful expounder of the faith. In official life he served frequently as a member of important committees, as a moderator (and sometimes secretary) of conferences; he served for a short time as President of the Mennonite Evangelizing and Benevolent Board, and for many years as Secretary of the Mennonite Board of Missions and Charities. When the Mennonite Publication Board was organized in 1908 he was chosen President of the Board, in which capacity he served faithfully until a few years ago, when because of declining health, he requested to be relieved. Personally and officially he was well beloved, and the vacancies caused by his death will be hard to fill. He was fluent with the pen as well as with the tongue. He wrote frequently for our church periodicals, was editor of our Advanced Lesson Quarterly for several years, and was the author of a valuable book on "The Ideal Home." He is also the author of a number of hymns, to some of which he also wrote the music. He had been in robust health until he was about 75, when he began to fail. He gradually grew weaker and weaker until finally he closed his eyes in death. He leaves 3 sons, 5 daughters, 2 brothers (George and C. C. Shoemaker), 2 sisters (Mrs. J. V. Fortner and Mrs. Emma Meek), 28 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends to mourn their loss.
Funeral services were conducted Feb. 10 at the home and at Freeport Mennonite Church by Simon Graybill, S. C. Yoder, and Daniel Kauffman. Burial in adjoining cemetery. Text, Psa. 116:15.
Gospel Herald, February 20, 1936 - Vol. XXVIII, No.47 - page 1006, 100
BERTHA BRUBAKER (SHOEMAKER) SIEBER
, daughter of the late Joseph S. and Elizabeth Brubaker Shoemaker, was born May 22, 1885, near Dakota, Ill. On February 10, 1950, at the age of nearly 65 years, she was rewarded with the perfect life. She was married on Sept. 1, 1908, to Charles Sieber , who preceded her in November, 1920. Through the following thirty years of widowhood, her life was spent in cheerful service for her children, for the many sick who benefited from her expert practical nursing, for her father whom she cared for in his last years, and later for the young people of Goshen College, whom she loved and served from 1937 to 1947 in the role of dietitian and cook. At the time of her death her church membership was with the Goshen College congregation, whose fellowship she appreciated deeply. Since 1947 she made her home with her children, passing from this life in the presence of the oldest, Daniel, of Nampa, Idaho. Also remaining to "arise and call her blessed" are John, of Freeport, Ill.; Charles, Twin Falls, Idaho; Elizabeth-Mrs. Ralph Hernley, Scottdale, Pa.; Ruth-Mrs. Robert Reist, Falfurrias, Tex.; and Miriam-Mrs. Millard Lind, Scottdale, Pa. She also leaves 13 grandchildren, 4 sisters: Mrs. A. L. Buzzard and Mrs. A. E. Kreider, of Goshen, Ind.; Elta M. Unzicker, Freeport, Ill.; and Mrs. W. R. Sanders, Dakota, Ill., and a brother: Charles B. Shoemaker, Scottdale, Pa. Funeral services were held at Nampa, Idaho, in charge of E. S. and Robert Garber, and at Freeport, Ill., in charge of A. C. Good and Howard J. Zehr. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery. Gospel Herald - Volume XLIII, Number 13 - March 28, 1950 ----- page 310, 311.
CHARLES EARL SIEBER
, was born in Mifflin C., Pa., Feb. 25, 1884. He was converted in his early teens, at which time he received baptism and united with the Mennonite Church of which he was a member until death. On Sept. 1, 1908, he was united in marriage with Bertha B. Shoemaker of Dakota, Ill. After a few years they moved to Twin Falls Co., Idaho, of which they were residents ever since. While here Bro. Sieber has gained many friends. His genial disposition and willingness to lend a hand in every good work were much admired by all who learned to know him. On Oct. 23 he took sick with typhoid fever which led to peritonitis, causing his death on Nov. 13 at the age of 36 y. 8 m. 18 d. He leaves his wife, 6 children (the oldest being only 11 year. old), an aged father, 3 brothers, 2 sisters, and many sympathizing friends. In his death the family loses a faithful husband and a loving father; the community, a good friend and neighbor; and the Church, a loyal member and earnest worker. He was a charter member of the Filer congregation and served almost continuously as a member of the board of trustees, as S. S. Supt., and as a leader of song, always being a loyal supporter of all the activities of the Church. The last hours of his life very forcibly portrayed the value and blessedness of having spent his days in the Master's service. When all that human hands could do, seemed of no avail, he requested to be anointed according to Jas. 5 for the healing of the body, if it be God's will. Shortly after this ceremony, however, he received the conviction that the time of his departure was nigh. After calling the family and friends present, one by one, to his bedside he bade them farewell and admonished them to be true to the Word and the Church and to meet him in heaven. He expressed his readiness to go, only wishing he could take his family with him. Death to him was the most blessed experience of his life. The whole scene was one which shall never be forgotten by all present. Funeral services were held in the Filer Church, Nov. 16, by S. Honderich and D. S. Graybill, using Isa. 55:8, 9, after which the body was brought back to Freeport, Ill., for burial. The funeral services were conducted there on Nov. 20, by A. C. Good of Sterling, Ill. Text, Jno. 14:1. Gospel Herald - Volume XIII, Number 37 - December 9, 1920, pages 742, 743
CORALYN B. (RICHARDS) SIEFERMAN
, 72, of 2524 Stephenson Circle, died Sunday morning at her home, following a short illness. (The date was July 19, 1981.) She was an office supervisor at Weise's for many years and a Past Worthy Matron and fifty-year member of the Isabelle Chapter order of Eastern Star at Lena. She was also a fifty-year member of the White Shrine of Jerusalem of Freeport.
Born July 1, 1909, in Harlem Township, she was the daughter of Carl and Maude (Bunker) Richards. She married Walter Sieferman on December 12, 1931. He died January 18, 1981. Surviving are nephews, nieces and cousins. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents.
Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Schwarz Funeral Home, with Rev. Thomas Dzielak, pastor of St. Thomas Aquinas Church, officiating. Burial will be in Eleroy Cemetery, Eleroy. Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. Tues. at Schwarz Funeral Home.
Arrangements were made by Cramer Funeral Home in Orangeville. A memorial has been established in her name.
WALTER J. SIEFERMAN
, 79, of 2524 Stephenson Circle, died Sunday morning at Freeport Memorial Hospital following a short illness. (The date was January 18, 1981.) He was a retired Union Dairy employee and a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. At one time, he was one of Freeport’s leading bowlers.
Born March 3, 1901 in Lancaster Township, Stephenson County, he was the son of William and Theresa (Sauer) Sieferman. He married Coralyn Richrds December 12, 1931. Surviving are his widow; and two sisters, Mrs. Frances (Ray) Sesterhenn of Rockford and Mrs. Margaret Kenne of Freeport. He was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Schwarz Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Thomas Catholic Church with the Rev. Thomas Dzielak officiating. Burial will be in Eleroy Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home where the scripture will be read at 7:30 p.m. A memorial fund has been established
FRIEDA (HAHN) SIEMS
, 55, wife of John C. Siems of 839 East Pleasant street, passed away at 3 o'clock this morning following a nine weeks illness. Funeral services will be held at the home at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon with services at 2:30 o'clock at Zion Reformed church. Rev. C. M. Grahl will conduct the services and interment will be made at Oakland. Frieda Hahn was born in Freeport Aug. 16, 1882, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Hahn. She was united in marriage to John C. Siems Sept, 14, 1922. Besides her husband she is survived by three brothers, Henry and Fred Hahn, Freeport; William Hahn, Dubuque, Ia. Mrs. Siems was a member of Zion Reformed church and the Ladies' Aid society of that church.
WILLIAM C. SIEMS
, 62 passed away about 8:15 o'clock Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Casford, 830 East Pleasant street. He was born in Freeport Oct. 28, 1876, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Hahn. He moved to Dubuque, Ia., about twenty years ago, working as a machinist for the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul railroad. He returned to Freeport about three years ago. Mr. Hahn was united in marriage to Miss Anna Esslinger Sept. 25, 1901. Mrs. Hahn passed away in 1933. One child died in infancy. Mr. Hahn is survived by two brothers, Henry Hahn and Fred Hahn, both of Freeport. Two sisters preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon from the Walker Mortuary, Rev. Carl M. Grahl will officiate and burial will be made in Oakland cemetery.
JENNIE C. (MANUS) SNETCHER
, 78, of 6822 S. Bolton Road, Shannon, a former schoolteacher, died Tuesday, February 19, 1991 at Freeport Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She began her teaching career in the fall of 1930 and retired in May 1977 from Pearl City School District, having taught in many area rural schools.
She was a graduate of the former Hershey Grade School, Pearl City, and a 1929 graduate of Freeport High School. She attended Illinois State Normal Teachers College at Normal and graduated from Illinois State University with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. She was a charter member of Alpha Mu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma and served as chapter president. A member of Zion United Methodist Church, rural Pearl City, she taught Sunday school and served many years as administrative board secretary.
Born in rural Pearl City on April 6, 1912, she was the daughter of Dirk G. and Clara (Wessels) Manus. She was married to LaVere T. Snetcher of Pearl City on November 25, 1945, at her parents home in South Freeport. She and her husband farmed together near Pearl City and Shannon. Surviving are her husband; one son, Lynden of Shannon; one daughter, Genevra Snetcher of Freeport; grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Agnes Schuman of Pearl City; and one brother, Alvin Manus of Freeport. Preceding her in death were her parents, one grandson, one sister and one brother.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Zion United Methodist Church. The Rev. Decker and the Rev. Eldon Schriver will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Pearl City. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Offenheiser-Schwarz Funeral Home, Pearl City. Memorials have been established for the church and the scholarship fund of Delta Kappa Gamma.
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